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If Sports Feel Intimidating, Listen To This Before Your Weekend

Memorial Day weekend bound.

Memorial Day weekend might secretly be the best sports weekend of the year...and we’re breaking down everything you actually need to know before the group chat, barbecue, or pool party starts.

In this episode of the Last Night’s Game podcast, Amy and Scott cover the Indy 500, the Coca-Cola 600, Formula 1 schedule drama, French Open storylines, and the absolutely chaotic world of cheese rolling in England. From why Indy winners drink milk to why the French Open still refuses to fully embrace technology, this is your approachable guide to the biggest sports conversations of the weekend.

We also talk:

Katherine Legge is attempting the legendary racing “Double”
Why the Indy 500 is called “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing”
Carlos Alcaraz withdrawing from the French Open
Coco Gauff and the American women dominating tennis
The dangerous internet-famous cheese rolling competition
Why Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kickoff to sports season

Whether you love sports or just want to sound smarter at brunch, this episode gives you the sports news you’ll want to spill.

The Last Night's Game podcast is here to take the awkwardness out of the conversation and help you join the sports conversation, even if you don't know the first thing about sports. We break down what's happening in sports in an easy-to-understand, fun way without all of the statistics and jargon, so you never have to exit stage left when the chatter at the office, dinner table or networking event switches to sports.

You can always catch us between podcasts at www.lastnightsgame.com or on social media. If you love us, leave us a review wherever you listen to your podcasts. And if you have feedback or questions, you can email us at theteam@lastnightsgame.com.

Tennis 101: What Everyone Gets Wrong About The Sport (And How It Actually Works)

Wait…what’s the score?

If tennis scoring has ever felt confusing, this episode is your starting point.

We break down tennis scoring in a simple, approachable way, explaining what “love” means, how points, games, sets, and matches work, and why the system feels so complicated at first. If you’ve ever wondered how tennis scoring works, this is your clear, beginner-friendly guide.

We also explore what makes tennis one of the most demanding sports, from the constant global travel to the impact of different court surfaces, such as clay, grass, and hard courts.

You’ll also walk away with key storylines and players to know, including the GOAT conversation featuring Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer, along with the next generation led by Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka.

Whether you’re watching Wimbledon, the US Open, or just trying to follow along in conversation, this episode helps tennis finally make sense.

Why The WNBA Is Exploding: Caitlin Clark, A'ja Wilson + Big Money

Let’s go, girls.

The WNBA enters its 30th season with momentum that’s impossible to ignore. Bigger player salaries, new expansion franchises, celebrity ownership groups, rising stars like Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, and more national coverage have transformed the league into one of the most exciting stories in sports.

In this episode of the Last Night’s Game podcast, Amy and Scott break down what casual fans need to know about the 2026 WNBA season. They explain the league’s salary boom, why new teams in Portland and Toronto matter, how the WNBA compares to the NBA, and why this version of women’s basketball is must-watch.

Whether you’re already a fan or simply WNBA-curious, this episode gives you everything you need to sound smart when sports come up.

How Women's Sports Are Winning

Olympic Gold, the rise of flag football + pay the players

If you want a real-time snapshot of progress during Women’s History Month, look at women’s sports.

In this episode of Last Night’s Game, Amy and Scott break down the state of women’s sports in 2026, from Olympic gold medals to professional league expansion, rising participation, record-setting salaries, and meaningful revenue growth.

We cover:

U.S. women dominating the Winter Olympics
The continued rise of the PWHL
Women’s flag football’s explosive growth ahead of the 2028 LA Olympics
The WNBA’s revenue-sharing milestone and league expansion
Unrivaled basketball’s record-setting pay structure
Softball’s Olympic return and a new professional league
Pro volleyball’s national expansion
Women’s March Madness is continuing to grow in viewership

This isn’t about potential - this is proof. The leagues are here, the talent is present (and winning), and it’s all being built right before our eyes.

PS: Want to support women’s sports? Buy tickets or merch, follow on social and celebrate their accomplishments from the rooftops.

The Sports Stories Of 2025 That Took Over Group Chats

The moments that made sports unavoidable

What made sports in 2025 feel impossible to ignore?

In this episode of Last Night’s Game, we look back at the sports moments that defined the year — not by stats or standings, but by the stories people actually talked about.

From Rory McIlroy’s long-awaited Masters win and Coco Gauff’s French Open breakthrough, to the Oklahoma City Thunder’s championship run, the Eagles ending the Chiefs’ Super Bowl streak, and Wrexham’s historic promotion, these were the moments that traveled far beyond the field.

We also unpack the business side of sports, including the growing conversation around WNBA saying “pay us what you owe us,” and why college football coaches earning massive buyouts became such a lightning rod in 2025.

If you want to understand sports without having to follow every game, this episode gives you the context, confidence, and conversation starters that make it easy to join in.

Sports Romances Straight From The Hallmark Channel

Power couples of the sports world

This week on the Last Night’s Game podcast, we’re leaning into cuffing season with a sports twist. Think sports love stories, athlete relationships, and celebrity–athlete couples that feel straight out of a Hallmark movie.

Amy, Scott, and Maddie share the most fun, screen-worthy pairings to talk about at happy hour, on a date, or in the group chat, including:

Singer–athlete couples like Madison Beer + Justin Herbert, Klay Thompson + Megan Thee Stallion, and Cardi B + Stefon Diggs
Super-athletic power couples Livvy Dunne + Paul Skenes, Ben Shelton + Trinity Rodman, and Azzi Fudd + Paige Bueckers
The surprisingly emotional world of athletes and their dogs, featuring Shohei Ohtani’s viral dog moment, Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens’ dog spa room, Lewis Hamilton’s beloved bulldogs, and Kirk Herbstreit’s on-the-road pups

It’s the perfect episode for someone who likes sports as a way to connect, loves a good love story, and wants easy sports conversation starters that feel natural, not nerdy.

The Feel-Good Episode: Athletes Giving Back

Big paychecks, bigger hearts

Craving something uplifting? This episode rounds up the most heartwarming stories in sports, from children’s hospital visits and fan-powered fundraisers to grants, food bank partnerships, and even the story of 19 shelter dogs saved. You’ll leave with conversation-ready nuggets and simple ways to pay it forward this season.

What you’ll hear:

How fans turned jersey numbers into major donations
The quiet generosity of JJ Watt and Shaq (bring tissues)
Caitlin Clark’s community grants & food-bank support
Why the Walter Payton Man of the Year is a big deal
A feel-good push to try your own random act of kindness

Your Shortcut To Talk College Hoops

Your crash course in college basketball so you can sound like a fan without pretending to be one.

New season, new conversation starters. In this episode of the Last Night’s Game Podcast, Amy and Scott make college hoops approachable so you can chime in confidently at the office, on Slack, or over school drop-off.

What we cover (fast, fun, and useful):

College vs. NBA, simplified: Why men’s college hoops uses two 20-minute halves and how that changes game flow.
Conference realignment reality: Cross-country travel, time zones, and why win rates dip when teams hop coasts.
NIL era, explained: How dollars drive today’s recruiting and what that means for rosters.
Prop-bet bans: The push to protect college athletes from harassment and conflicts of interest.
G-League → campus: Why some pros-in-waiting are choosing (or returning to) college.
Women’s watchlist: Rising stars and a crucial WNBA storyline shaping the season ahead.

Nightmares in Sports: The Scary, The Spooky + The Seriously Weird

Your courtside crash course.

This week on the Last Night’s Game podcast, Amy and Scott head into the dark side of the sports world where stalkers slide into DMs, “fans” cross the line, and a single mistake can haunt a player’s career.

From Wimbledon’s behind-the-scenes threat team to the bizarre coincidence that links two football legends decades apart, this episode is equal parts eerie and entertaining.

If you love your sports with a side of pop culture and a sprinkle of “wait, that really happened?” — this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen now and share it with the friend who loves a good creepy story (or who needs a new icebreaker at the office).

Pocket Pancakes + Plastic Rats: October Sports You Can Talk About

Your cozy-sweater guide to smarter small talk all month

October is peak “Sportstober”—and we’ve got your cheat sheet. In this fast, fun roundup, Amy and Scott cover F1 under the lights (Singapore, Austin, Vegas), MLB playoff storylines (including the Brewers’ “pocket pancakes”), the NBA’s new media maze (NBC/Peacock/Amazon) and end-of-quarter shot rule, NHL opening week and the Panthers’ plastic-rat tradition, plus why college football’s 12-team playoff keeps more fan bases alive.

Consider this your cozy-sweater guide to smarter small talk all month.

What’s Hot In Sports Right Now + DWTS Preview

Hit play, grab your conversation starters and go win the small talk.

Fall vibes + pop-culture sports talk. In this week’s episode, we trade the deep dive for what’s hot right now: from Dancing with the Stars (hello, Jordan Chiles) to the WNBA Playoffs, MLB’s playoff push, the Ryder Cup drama, and the Chiefs’ bumpy start.

In this episode, we dive into:

The DWTS athlete watchlist (and the Swiftiverse connections you’ll casually drop at work)
What to say to sound smart about the WNBA Playoffs, no stats degree required
Why the Ryder Cup is the most chaotic, patriotic golf weekend of the year
A one-liner for your office baseball fans as the MLB postseason nears
The quick take on the Chiefs’ rough start and the Kelce/Worthy storyline

If you’re sports-curious and time-crunched, this one’s your weekly cheat sheet. Subscribe for more sports-as-small-talk tips.

Alex Schlereth On Sports, Media + Making A Pivot You Love

From stadium kid to storyteller

From growing up with NFL and MLB in the family to making her own mark in sports media and Hollywood, Alex Schlereth has lived a one-of-a-kind career. She takes us behind the scenes at Fox Sports, explains how highlights are created, and shares why sports, like a Taylor Swift concert, are the ultimate connection builder.

We also dig into the growth of women in sports media, the WNBA effect and what it really takes to break in and carve your own lane. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just sports curious, you’ll walk away with stories, context, and confidence.

Listen now and follow Alex on Instagram @AlexandriaSchlereth.

Gold Thongs, Chicken Parm + Dirty Drawers: Inside Sports Superstitions

Gold undies and four-sauce chicken parmesan.

Gold thongs, table smashing, and four-sauce chicken parmesan.

Nope, not a new Vegas act, just a few of the superstitions we’re talking about in this week’s episode of Last Night’s Game. Join Amy and Scott as they unpack the wildest athlete routines and fan rituals, from Sidney Crosby’s no-mom rule to Tom Brady’s pregame naps.

We’ll cover:

The difference between a tradition and a superstition
Why fans refusing to move from the couch might be the real MVPs
The smelly, strange, and sometimes sweet logic behind pregame routines
Easy ways to spot and join in fan culture when you’re at a game

Whether you're superstitious or just a little stitious, this episode is full of fun, facts, and stories to steal for your next social gathering.

Who Owns Your Favorite Team? Inside The Celebrity Sports Team Takeover

Team Owners, But Make It Famous

From Tom Brady’s all-in on Las Vegas to Serena Williams buying into a new WNBA team, this week’s episode dives into the surprising list of athletes (and a few entertainers) who are calling the shots off the field.

We’re talking:

What it takes to buy into a sports team (spoiler: sometimes just oranges at halftime)
Why eSports is the new frontier for investor-athletes
How fan loyalty makes NASCAR a business worth watching
The smart plays behind Angel City FC, Inter Miami, and Wrexham

If you’ve ever watched a game and wondered who owns this team?, this one’s for you.

Monaco, Milk + McEnroe: The Ultimate Memorial Day Side Dishes

Your weekend just got a lot more interesting.

This week on the Last Night’s Game podcast, we’re gearing up for the wildest weekend in sports. Amy and Scott break down Memorial Day weekend's biggest events, including the iconic Monaco Grand Prix, the milk-soaked madness of the Indy 500, and NASCAR’s grueling Coca-Cola 600. They’ll also preview the French Open’s fresh faces, talk NBA and Stanley Cup playoffs, and explain why you might see tennis fans dressed like carrots. Whether you're in it for the action or just want to sound like you are, this episode is your shortcut to the summer sports scene.

The Girls of Summer Are Back — WNBA 101

This season isn’t just one to watch, it’s one to talk about.

The WNBA season is officially here — and it’s coming in hot. From rookies going straight from March Madness to pro-level matchups, to the debut of the Golden State Valkyrie and full-season charter flights (finally), this year is a game-changer. Amy and Scott break down what to watch, who to follow, and why this could be the most important season in league history.

Whether you're already an Aces fan or just figuring out who Caitlin Clark is, this episode gives you everything you need to join the conversation — fast.

Cookies, Championships + C-Sections: Moms Who (Literally) Run The World

When Your Kid Calls You the Worst… And You’re Winning Anyway

This Mother's Day, we’re celebrating the fiercest competitors on and off the field — moms. From Olympic gold medalist Allyson Felix rewriting corporate maternity policy to soccer star Sophia Smith balancing pregnancy with game-day prep, we spotlight the athlete moms who are changing sports for the next generation. Amy and Scott break down powerful stories, hard-earned wins, and the realities of being a mom in a game that often wasn’t built for you.

The Billion-Dollar Rise of Women’s Sports—And Why It’s Just the Beginning

It’s not a trend, it’s the norm.

Women’s sports are on the rise, and the numbers show it. From record-breaking March Madness viewership to billion-dollar investments, this is the sports story you need to pay attention to.

🏀 March Madness is finally paying women’s teams after last year’s women’s championship outdrew the men’s by 3M viewers.

⚽ Private equity firms, billionaires and celebs like Serena Williams and Patrick Mahomes are investing big in women’s sports.

🏈 The NFL now has a record-breaking 15 female coaches, with a third of teams hiring women on staff.

🏐 New women’s pro leagues in volleyball, hockey and softball give top athletes career opportunities beyond college.

🥎 Tom Brady’s niece, Maya Brady, just went pro in softball, proving that athletic greatness runs in the family.

If you’re not watching women’s sports yet, you’re missing out. Get caught up on all the biggest stories—listen now!

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Sports Curious, presented by Last Night's Game, is here to take the awkwardness out of the conversation and help you join the sports conversation, even if you don't know the first thing about sports. We break down what's happening in sports in an easy-to-understand, fun way without all of the statistics and jargon, so you never have to exit stage left when the chatter at the office, dinner table or networking event switches to sports.

From Banned To Backed: How Cannabis + Sports Are Changing The Game

“Weed is like wine”

Just a few years ago, talking about marijuana in sports was a controversy waiting to happen—now, it's part of the conversation on athlete health, pain management, and performance recovery.

In this episode, Amy and Scott dive into how major U.S. pro leagues are rethinking drug policies, why marijuana is treated like alcohol in some leagues (but still banned in the Olympics), and how athletes like Kevin Durant and Travis Kelce have pushed for change.

Plus, we chat about Aaron Rodgers’ psychedelic journey and retired athletes cashing in on cannabis businesses (hello, Mike Tyson's edibles shaped like an ear).

It's a topic of discussion at happy hours, and if you're like us, your family dinners, so join in on the conversation.

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From the Ilona Maher To Mike Tyson To Caitlin Clark: The Sports Year That Was

The good, the bad and the Olympics.

As we wrap up 2024, let's dive deep into the year’s biggest sports moments that are set to influence the future of athletics. In this episode, Amy and Scott discuss groundbreaking performances at the Olympics, the revolutionary success of women’s rugby and the historic 12-team college football playoffs. They also highlight the rise of new WNBA stars and the cultural impact of figures like Simone Biles, Caitlin Clark, Stephen Nedoroscik, Mike Tyson and Ilona Maher. Whether it’s Olympic gold or the evolution of sports viewership, this episode celebrates a year of transformation in sports.

PS: Yes, we're a little early this week, but we wanted to ensure you were covered for the holidays.

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