The Pick Up - A WNBA Podcast
Episodes
Top 10 WNBA Moments Of The Year! Epic Schedule Rollout! Commissioner’s Cup Format Change & more
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Top 10 WNBA Moments Of The Year! Epic Schedule Rollout! Which team made the best video? Commissioner's Cup Format Change to resemble NBA success, will...
WNBA Draft Lottery! Caitlin Clark to Indy? Tiffany Hayes Retires and more!
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cathryn meets Jewel Lloyd via Bleacher Report! Tiffany Hayes retires from the WNBA, Mystics might move to Virginia? WNBA Draft Lottery reactions. Will...
Angel Reese, NIL for Players, Rhyne Howard & more
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Angel Reese 4 days off due to mental health, NIL for Players in the NCAA, how does this affect the WNBA? Rhyne Howard becomes a coach with the Florida...
Candace Parker’s Future, Caitlin Clark’s Rise, Media Relations & More
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Candace Parker's Future, Caitlin Clark's Rise, Media Relations & More Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Aces Celebrate With Usher, Major Expansion Update, Early Free Agency Talk & More.
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Aces celebrate their championship win with Usher!! Plus Portland is officially out of the running for expansion, who's next? Very early free agency ta...
LIVE Post Game Reaction ACES ARE CHAMPIONS!!
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We react to the Aces becoming back-to-back WNBA champions in game 4. Aces fighting back after losing Chelsea Grey and Khia Stokes in a thrilling game ...
LIVE Postgame reaction! Ace’s Humiliate the Liberty. Expansion & more
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
LIVE Postgame reaction! Ace's Humiliate the Liberty in a stunning victory. Teresa Weatherspoon becomes the new coach of the Sky. The Bay Area becomes ...
WNBA Finals Preview! & More.
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we preview the epic showdown between the Aces and Liberty. We congratulate our ROY, Tom Brady becomes a part owner and Freddie's fun questio...
Playoffs Round 2!! Bay Area Expansion & More!
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie go deep into the Bay area expansion news. Plus the second round of the playoffs. Talk under dogs vs. favourites. C...
ENCORE: LaChina Robinson Interview
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy an Encore presentation of our interview with ESPN broadcaster, WNBA Analysts, the Host of the Huge Fan podcast, Wake Forest University alumni & ...
PLAYOFF PREVIEW EPISODE!! & More
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we break down every playoff series. Before that, we touch on the recent domestic violence cases affecting the WNBA. Plus Our Bad Ass Players...
The Playoff Seating Race! Stewie & Thomas Breaking Records & More!
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Playoff Seating Race 4 through 9 is tighter than ever! Stewie & Thomas Breaking Single Season Records & More! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...
Aces vs Liberty Recap, First Round Upsets? Charter Flights Update & more
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Aces vs. Liberty Season Series Recap, We Look At Who Could Be A First-Round Upset? A Charter Flights Update, Which Is Not Good & more Brought to you B...
A’ja 53, Sabrina’s Shoes, Who’s gonna make a big leap forward?
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A'ja scores 53 points against the Dream, Sabrina's Shoes get stolen, Who's gonna make a big leap forward? & more Brought to you By: The Sonar Network ...
Special Guest Mackenzie Green
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week's special guest Mackenzie Green host of the L. A Comic Con Podcast "The World Needs Nerds" joins us to talk about being a WNBA nerd! Brought...
Skylar Diggins Smith, Liz Cambaige explosive interview reaction & more
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Skylar Diggins Smith feud with the Mercury, Liz Cambaige explosive interview reaction & more Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetw...
Diana Taurasi 10K, Love for Defence, BG Takes A Break & more.
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Diana Taurasi is about to score 10K in the WNBA, Love for Defence, Host Freddie makes his case, Brittney Griner Takes A Mental Health Break & more. Br...
ALL STAR BREAKING RECORDS!! Bigger Trophies & more with guest Crina Mustafa
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All-Star Weekend Highlights, Expantion talk, and more with Special Guest Crina Mustafa Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.co...
All Star Weekend, Vegas Baby! A new League?!?, Rhyne Howard & more
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All-Star Weekend is upon us, Vegas Baby! Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier ‘Unrivaled’ A new League?!?, Rhyne Howard & more Brought to you By:...
James Wade Leaves Chi-Town, Natasha Cloud, All Star Reserves, & More!
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James Wade Leaves Chi-Town for Toronto, Natasha Cloud goes off on Twitter, All-Star Reserves are announced, & More! Brought to you By: The Sonar Netwo...
All Stars are in, Nygaard out, Alyssa Thomas Triple Double Queen.
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All-Star votes are in, Vanessa Nygaard fired from the Mercury, and Alyssa Thomas is the new Triple Double Queen. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network ...
The Pick Up, 40 point games, chartered flights, ejections & more
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
3 players scoring 40 points in a game, who's next? Who's the best shot creators in the league are today? An update on chartered flights; does JSK give...
The Pick Up, Jersey Retirements, Griner & Airport safety, All-Star early votes & more!
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jersey retirements of Sue Bird and Sylvia Fowles!! Plus Britney Griner was harrassed by a loser at the Dallas Airport. What does this mean for the saf...
The Pick Up, ACES are loaded, Gabby Williams, Fever win & more!
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ACES are loaded, Gabby Williams and playing overseas, and Fever win first game in almost a year! Bad Ass Player of the Week & more! Brought to you By:...
WNBA Canada Recap, Becky Hammon suspension & more
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
WNBA Canada Recap, Becky Hammon was suspended 2 games and the Aces lost their 2025 draft pick. New season rules, and more Brought to you By: The Sona...
LaChina Robinson Interview
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining us today is ESPN broadcaster, WNBA Analysts, the Host of the Huge Fan podcast, Wake Forest University alumni & basically the coolest person ev...
Becky Hammon to the Raptors?? Griner Press conference, MET Gala & more!
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is Becky Hammon to the Raptors?? Brittney Griner has her first Press conference since coming home, MET Gala & more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Netwo...
WNBA Draft Recap, Caitlin Clark, BG Memoir
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
WNBA Draft Recap, Should the WNBA be able to draft Caitlin Clark early?, Brittney Griner announces new Memoir & more. Brought to you By: The Sonar Ne...
NCAA Woman’s Final with guest Chelsea Leite
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NCAA Women's Final LSU vs UCONN. Angel Reese, Caitlin Clarke & more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Tom Brady & The Aces, Lack of Black Female Coaches & More
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Brady becomes a new part owner of The Aces, the Regular season schedule is out, Deadspin does a deep dive on the lack of black female coaches, Ath...
WE GOT TICKETS!!! & more
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tickets for Toronto Pre Season game locked in. Plus Liz is back, Early MVP and scoring champ debates. and more. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network ...
Griner is Back, Barkley teams up with A’ja Wilson & more!
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brittney Griner is Back with the Phoenix Mercury and so is Diana Taurasi, Charles Barkley teams up with A'ja Wilson and Ruffles chips & more! Brough...
Free Agency Recap & More
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Free Agency Recap. Two new Superteams emerge! Aces under two investigations & more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
BLOCKBUSTER TRADE!!! Plus Stewie’s cryptic tweets & more!
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The BLOCKBUSTER TRADE that sent Jonquel Jones to the Liberty. Plus Stewie's cryptic & Very direct tweets are a message to the whole league & More! Bro...
Free agency & more!
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Free Agency, Kelsey Plum vs the NBA, Record Ratings & more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Brittney plans to play again, Top 10 moments & more
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brittney Griner plans to play again, TOP 10 Moments of the Year, Mercury gets new ownership & more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://theso...
Celebrating the release of Brittney Griner
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Cathryn Naiker and Freddie Rivas celebrate the release of Brittney Griner. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
BRITTNEY GRINER IS FREE!!! Reactions & More.
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Cathryn Naiker and Freddie Rivas celebrate the release of Brittney Griner. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Kelsey Plum & Equal Pay, Schedule is out, Diamond Miller & more.
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Pick Up Episode 36, Kelsey Plum & Equal Pay, Schedule is out, Diamond Miller & more Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.c...
2022-11-23, 6.04 PM
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie & Cathryn talk about Candace Parker announcing her return! Does the Sky have what it takes to win a championship?!? Brought to you By: The Son...
Diana Taurasi is back, Caching Carousel, Brittney Griner, & More!
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
WE'RE WINNERS BABY! Our show is the winner of 2 Canadian Podcasting Awards! We talk about Diana Taurasi announcing she's coming back for another seaso...
Brittney Griner appeal rejected, Curt Miller Joins the Sparks & More!
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie 7 Cathryn discuss Brittney Griner's appeal being rejected and what that means for her going forward. We do a lot of frustrated venting and try...
Free Agency Preview, Prioritization, Tiffany Jackson, and more!
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie & Cathryn first congratulate Team USA & Canada after the FIBA world cup. Then they talk about the latest prioritization contract rules and how...
The Aces Are Champs! Biden Meets Griner’s Family & More!
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie & Cathryn celebrate the Las Vegas Aces are their first championship. We talk about their dominant run and how far they came after the off-seas...
WNBA CMOING TO CANADA! Plus, WNBA Finals, Robert Sarver, WNBA2K rankings, and more!
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cathryn and Freddie get excited about the WNBA playing an exhibition game in Canada for 2023!!! Also, they acknowledge the 'egg on their face' for the...
Aces to the Finals, Sue Bird retires, Game 5 predictions & more
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie & Cathryn discuss the thrilling series between the Aces and the Storm, plus the Sky & the Sun heading into game 5. Plus Swm Cash is headed to ...
Semi Finals so far, WNBA Awards, Team name changes & more.
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie and Cathryn are deliriously tired but they bring you their best! They recap the first 2 games of the WNBA playoffs semi-finals plus they go ov...
Playoff First Round Recap, Dennis Rodman to the rescue? Badass Player of the week & more!
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie & Cathryn recap the first round before the Wings/Sun game and predict the Semifinals. Plus Dennis Rodman is traveling to Russia to help free B...
PLAYOFF PREVIEW, Liz Quits the league, Sylvia Fowles takes a final bow.
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie & Cathryn announce the podcast is going weekly for the playoffs! Then they pay tribute to the great Sylvia Fowles as she retires from Basketba...
Brittney Griner 9 years, Travel Woes, Playoff Picture & More
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we talk about the Sparks sleeping in Dulles Airport after canceled flights! and the players union outcry for private plains. Plus we discuss...
Liz Cambaige QUITS! Commissioners cup, Brittney Griner Update & More
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Pick-Up WNBA Podcast has been nominated for the Canadian Podcasting awards! Plus Liz Cambaige abruptly quits the L.A Sparks! This comes after a lo...
Brittney Griner Pleads Guilty, WNBA All Star Game & more!
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie & Cathryn talk about Brittney Griner's Guilty Plea and what that really means. The overall frustration and lack of consistency in the coverage...
Brittney Griner, All Star Selections, Tina Charles & More
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Freddie Rivas & Cathryn Naiker first open up with an update/reaction about Brittney Griner's detainment being extended an additional 6 months. T...
Derek Fisher, Brittney Griner delays continue, Sabrina Ionescu, WNBA’s Best Stories So Far & More
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie Rivas and Cathryn Naiker discuss The LA Sparks Firing Derek Fisher, and their disappointing season so far. Plus we talk about the feel-good st...
Early Season Surprises, Expansion. Brittney Griner’s Wife on Good Morning America, & More.
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
IT'S THE ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE PICK UP! Hosts Cathryn and Freddie Look at the WNBA season standings so far and say what we are most surprised by...
Expansion vs Salary Cap, Early surprises, Brittney Griner Trial Extended, & More
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Freddie and Cathryn talk about their early team surprises and disappointment to start the season, complain about League Pass, talk expansion vs renego...
Season Preview & Predictions! ESPN’s Top 25, WNBA Branding & more!
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Freddie Rivas and Cathryn Naiker talk about the new WNBA season which starts May 6th and we're letting you know who our new home teams are going...
WNBA Draft, Brittney Griner Update, Fantasy & More.
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the WNBA draft and highlight the broadcast and the overall feel of it, the WNBA finally acknowledging the situation surrounding Brittney Gr...
Brittney Griner Status, Sue Bird 60 Minutes, Free Agency Update & More
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode hosts Freddie and Cathryn discuss the latest with Brittney Griner, We recap Sue Birds 60 minutes interview and give an update on fr...
Free Brittney Griner, Charter Flights & Equal Pay, Season Schedule and more!
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode hosts Freddie Rivas and Cathryn Naiker discuss Brittney Griner detained in Russia over an alleged drug charge. Then they discuss New Y...
Free Agency Winner and Losers. Liz Vs The Aces, Pay Inequity and more!
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today Hosts Cathryn Naiker and Freddie Rivas talk about Liz Cambaige leaving the Aces to join the Sparks. Becky Hammon's pay and the pay gap between h...
A New League?!?, Free Agency, Vanessa Nygaard, and more!
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week Freddie and Cathryn discuss Vanessa Nygaard as the new coach of the Phoenix Mercury, do we think she is a good fit? Brought to you By: The S...
Becky Hammon, Sue Bird Doc, Free Agency, Liberty & More
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Cathryn Naiker & Freddie Rivas discuss Sue Bird running it back one more year with a new documentary to boot. Then we discuss Becky Hammon takin...
Coaching Carousel – College Basketball – WNBA Draft
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Cathryn Naiker and Freddie Rivas talk about the new WNBA season schedule, the WNBA Draft, college basketball, and Freddie's Fun Question it's al...
Drake Wants In! Napheesa Collier, New Playoff Format & More!
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This Week Freddie & Cathryn catch up on all the exciting off-season stories so far. Napheesa Collier is expecting a newborn baby with Fiance Alex Bazz...
Chicago Sky win!! Diana Taurasi vs Anger Management and more!
24 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pick Up – Episode 9 – Chicago Sky win!! Diana Taurasi vs Anger Management and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwo...
Phoenix Rising, Aces in Retrograde, Atlanta Dream Brawl & Finals Preview
09 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pick Up – Episode 8 – Phoenix Rising, Aces in Retrograde, Atlanta Dream Brawl & Finals Preview Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://th...
WNBA Playoffs, Liberty vs Mercury? Top 25 All Time & More!
25 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pick Up - Episode 7 - WNBA Playoffs, Liberty vs Mercury? Top 25 All Time & More! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Storm in the White House, Liz Cambaige and the Suns are glowing
04 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pick Up – Episode 6 - Storm in the White House, Liz Cambaige and the Suns are glowing Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwo...
Commissioners Cup
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pick Up - Episode 5 - Commissioners Cup Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Team USA Team Canada, Simone Biles
01 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pick Up - Episode 4 - Team USA Team Canada, Simone Biles Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
The Drop
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pick Up – Episode 3 – The Drop Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Team USA, All Stars, Snubs, and Pride Month
03 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pick Up – Episode 2 – Team USA, All Stars, Snubs, and Pride Month Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
Inauguration, Beefing & Title Favourites
19 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this first-ever episode of The Pick-Up Freddie and Cathryn talk about the history of their WNBA fandom and how they picked their homer teams. Broug...
Introducing The Pickup – A WNBA Podcast
13 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Comedians Cathryn Naiker and Freddie Rivas explore the world of the WNBA from a fan perspective. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesona...