<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Fast Breakdown: Women’s Hoops Coverage brings you all things women’s basketball — from the WNBA to NCAAW to Unrivaled, and everything in between. Each week, we break down the latest games, highlight standout players, and explore basketball storylines.<br /><br />Whether you’re a die-hard fan, a rising player, or just love the game, The Fast Breakdown gives you insights, hot takes, and all the stats you need.<br /><br />🎧 New episodes every week. Find us on TikTok, Spotify, and Youtube!</p>]]></description><link>https://riverside.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:31:17 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/a06evLdn.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></author><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:15:26 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Basketball]]></category><itunes:author>The Fast Breakdown: Women&apos;s Hoops Coverage</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Fast Breakdown: Women’s Hoops Coverage brings you all things women’s basketball — from the WNBA to NCAAW to Unrivaled, and everything in between. Each week, we break down the latest games, highlight standout players, and explore basketball storylines.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you’re a die-hard fan, a rising player, or just love the game, The Fast Breakdown gives you insights, hot takes, and all the stats you need.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;🎧 New episodes every week. Find us on TikTok, Spotify, and Youtube!&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>The Fast Breakdown: Women&apos;s Hoops Coverage</itunes:name><itunes:email>thefastbreakdownwbb@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Sports"><itunes:category text="Basketball"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[Is Team USA About to LOSE the FIBA World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the FIBA Women's World Cup performance, team analysis and predictions, and rule differences in FIBA basketball. The hosts discuss the performance of the US team, analyze the strengths and weaknesses of various teams, and highlight the differences in rules between FIBA and WNBA basketball.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>FIBA Women's World Cup performance</li><li>Team analysis and predictions</li><li>Rule differences in FIBA basketball</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 FIBA Women's World Cup Performance</li><li>03:10 Team Analysis and Predictions</li><li>20:56 Rule Differences in FIBA Basketball</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8601fef1-33e1-48dc-8d9a-e4f394c581b5</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:13:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d6dc7154bb5ddaa638dbb21bce9337da54551e7691098e203a8ee1aa708f6107/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4NjAxZmVmMS0zM2UxLTQ4ZGMtOGQ5YS1lNGYzOTRjNTgxYjUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE5ZmIwYjMxZmUyYmU0OTE3OTNhYzBkL3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby0yMDI2LTktOF9fNi01Mi0zNS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="42456441" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/8601fef1-33e1-48dc-8d9a-e4f394c581b5/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the FIBA Women&apos;s World Cup performance, team analysis and predictions, and rule differences in FIBA basketball. The hosts discuss the performance of the US team, analyze the strengths and weaknesses of various teams, and highlight the differences in rules between FIBA and WNBA basketball.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;FIBA Women&apos;s World Cup performance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Team analysis and predictions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rule differences in FIBA basketball&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 FIBA Women&apos;s World Cup Performance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;03:10 Team Analysis and Predictions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;20:56 Rule Differences in FIBA Basketball&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:22:07</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:title>Is Team USA About to LOSE the FIBA World Cup?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Dallas Wings Are in SERIOUS Trouble…]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Since the All-Star Break, the WNBA playoff picture has completely changed—and some teams are trending in VERY different directions.</p><p></p><p>The Dallas Wings, who entered the break as the No. 4 seed, have struggled to find their footing, going just 2–7 since the break and falling all the way to No. 8. Meanwhile, teams like the Washington Mystics, Indiana Fever, and Chicago Sky have been gaining momentum and making their push up the standings.</p><p></p><p>So what’s behind these dramatic shifts? Which teams are legitimate playoff contenders, and which ones are starting to fall apart at the worst possible time?</p><p>In this episode of <b>The Fast Breakdown</b>, hosts <b>Medha Sunkara and Ria Abraham</b> break down the biggest post-All-Star trends, rising teams, falling teams, and what these results could mean for the final stretch of the WNBA season. 🏀</p><p><b>Who do YOU think is making the biggest playoff push? Let us know in the comments!</b></p><p></p><p><b>#paigebueckers #caitlinclark #indianafever #dallaswings #wnba #basketball #washingtonmystics #angelreese #fyp #college</b></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b0060763-a051-4979-b2fd-07184380f679</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 06:56:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/dab53afb39c4cca45c5e2d6cd2af5188675ad53e91d45007fd0215f89718057c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiMDA2MDc2My1hMDUxLTQ5NzktYjJmZC0wNzE4NDM4MGY2NzkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE4MmEwYTdiMDU3ZTQzZDI1OTI3MmI1L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTgtMTdfXzctNDgtMjMubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="35416337" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/b0060763-a051-4979-b2fd-07184380f679/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Since the All-Star Break, the WNBA playoff picture has completely changed—and some teams are trending in VERY different directions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Dallas Wings, who entered the break as the No. 4 seed, have struggled to find their footing, going just 2–7 since the break and falling all the way to No. 8. Meanwhile, teams like the Washington Mystics, Indiana Fever, and Chicago Sky have been gaining momentum and making their push up the standings.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;So what’s behind these dramatic shifts? Which teams are legitimate playoff contenders, and which ones are starting to fall apart at the worst possible time?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;b&gt;The Fast Breakdown&lt;/b&gt;, hosts &lt;b&gt;Medha Sunkara and Ria Abraham&lt;/b&gt; break down the biggest post-All-Star trends, rising teams, falling teams, and what these results could mean for the final stretch of the WNBA season. 🏀&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Who do YOU think is making the biggest playoff push? Let us know in the comments!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;#paigebueckers #caitlinclark #indianafever #dallaswings #wnba #basketball #washingtonmystics #angelreese #fyp #college&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:18:27</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:title>The Dallas Wings Are in SERIOUS Trouble…</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside Aanya Hotha's Path to Penn Volleyball]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into Aanya Hotha's volleyball journey, from her early start in the sport to her recruitment process for college volleyball. It explores her transition to volleyball, considerations for college volleyball, recruitment process, college selection criteria, volleyball career highlights, balancing academics and sports, pregame rituals and preferences, and the topic of diversity in volleyball.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Starting the Volleyball Journey</li><li>00:37 Exploring Different Sports</li><li>01:33 Transitioning to Volleyball</li><li>02:26 Considering College Volleyball</li><li>03:41 Recruitment Process</li><li>05:14 College Selection Criteria</li><li>08:38 Volleyball Career Highlights</li><li>10:09 Balancing Academics and Sports</li><li>16:32 Pregame Rituals and Preferences</li><li>22:18 Diversity in Volleyball</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d5aca2df-bf12-4b05-9725-6702795b7c80</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f78df75bb2f8f401e0cde23e017fb8948ae6652a3f54b8052da51480586535c3/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkNWFjYTJkZi1iZjEyLTRiMDUtOTcyNS02NzAyNzk1YjdjODAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE2ODQ2NmJiNjM5ODI1ZGU2MGNmZGFiL3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTctMjhfXzgtNC0yNy5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="39086855" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/d5aca2df-bf12-4b05-9725-6702795b7c80/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into Aanya Hotha&apos;s volleyball journey, from her early start in the sport to her recruitment process for college volleyball. It explores her transition to volleyball, considerations for college volleyball, recruitment process, college selection criteria, volleyball career highlights, balancing academics and sports, pregame rituals and preferences, and the topic of diversity in volleyball.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Starting the Volleyball Journey&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:37 Exploring Different Sports&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;01:33 Transitioning to Volleyball&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;02:26 Considering College Volleyball&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;03:41 Recruitment Process&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:14 College Selection Criteria&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;08:38 Volleyball Career Highlights&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;10:09 Balancing Academics and Sports&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;16:32 Pregame Rituals and Preferences&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;22:18 Diversity in Volleyball&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:20:21</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:title>Inside Aanya Hotha&apos;s Path to Penn Volleyball</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[We Predicted Every WNBA Postseason Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>A'ja Wilson 5x MVP? Olivia Miles for ROTY? The conversation covers predictions for various WNBA awards, including MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, Sixth Player of the Year, and Most Improved Player. The hosts discuss the top contenders for each award and provide insights into their performances and impact on their respective teams.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 MVP Predictions</li><li>02:37 Rookie of the Year Predictions</li><li>04:48 Defensive Player of the Year Predictions</li><li>06:34 Coach of the Year Predictions</li><li>08:42 Sixth Player of the Year Predictions</li><li>11:41 Most Improved Player Predictions</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e36c4ca8-0ed4-433a-896e-b033564daf5a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 01:46:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d1c81d1e48f20e243c9b702cc0410b9dc3b265d490277f4795114b023c3e002c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlMzZjNGNhOC0wZWQ0LTQzM2EtODk2ZS1iMDMzNTY0ZGFmNWEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1OWI2YWM5NzY3OWFmMmU0ZmE3Y2Y4L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTctMTdfXzYtNTktMjQubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="27497682" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/e36c4ca8-0ed4-433a-896e-b033564daf5a/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;A&apos;ja Wilson 5x MVP? Olivia Miles for ROTY? The conversation covers predictions for various WNBA awards, including MVP, Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, Sixth Player of the Year, and Most Improved Player. The hosts discuss the top contenders for each award and provide insights into their performances and impact on their respective teams.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 MVP Predictions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;02:37 Rookie of the Year Predictions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;04:48 Defensive Player of the Year Predictions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;06:34 Coach of the Year Predictions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;08:42 Sixth Player of the Year Predictions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:41 Most Improved Player Predictions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:14:19</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:title>We Predicted Every WNBA Postseason Award</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every WNBA Team Ranked (No Mercy)]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are the Lynx winning it all? Will the Aces repeat? What are the Indiana Fever doing? This podcast episode covers a comprehensive ranking of WNBA teams and their performance, categorizing them into tiers such as 'Winning It All,' 'Championship Caliber,' 'Playoff Pretenders,' 'Try Again Next Year,' and 'Tank Commanders.' The hosts discuss each team's strengths, weaknesses, and prospects for the postseason.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Ranking WNBA Teams</li><li>00:23 Championship Caliber Teams</li><li>08:23 Playoff Pretenders</li><li>15:03 Try Again Next Year</li><li>22:35 Tank Commanders</li></ul><p>#caitlinclark #paigebueckers #wnba #aces #lynx #fever #wings </p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">8928f563-e049-4c0e-b384-0e0810935f1d</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b0fe52257732cebf19b3bb3c6cd303b57ca4290ded43d540aec7075e8b16b1bb/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4OTI4ZjU2My1lMDQ5LTRjMGUtYjM4NC0wZTA4MTA5MzVmMWQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1ODhlMDRmZTM2ZGU3OTU1YTg2ZDEzL3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTctMTZfXzktNTMtMzkubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="54052301" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/8928f563-e049-4c0e-b384-0e0810935f1d/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Are the Lynx winning it all? Will the Aces repeat? What are the Indiana Fever doing? This podcast episode covers a comprehensive ranking of WNBA teams and their performance, categorizing them into tiers such as &apos;Winning It All,&apos; &apos;Championship Caliber,&apos; &apos;Playoff Pretenders,&apos; &apos;Try Again Next Year,&apos; and &apos;Tank Commanders.&apos; The hosts discuss each team&apos;s strengths, weaknesses, and prospects for the postseason.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Ranking WNBA Teams&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:23 Championship Caliber Teams&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;08:23 Playoff Pretenders&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;15:03 Try Again Next Year&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;22:35 Tank Commanders&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;#caitlinclark #paigebueckers #wnba #aces #lynx #fever #wings &lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:09</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:title>Every WNBA Team Ranked (No Mercy)</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The WNBA's Caitlin Clark Dilemma]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Today, we cover the topics of All-Star snubs, controversial players, political involvement, and physicality in the league. We delve into the reasons behind certain players being snubbed from the All-Star team, the involvement of political figures in the league's affairs, the controversy surrounding specific players, and the discussion of physicality in the league.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>All-Star Snubs</li><li>Controversial Players</li><li>Political Involvement</li><li>Physicality in the League</li></ul><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e1f30703-8ef2-4d88-ad30-9bfe36557efd</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/7f16d8d72755189c3fe4b522bb9c079aae87a88c70405899699645d4f644c0be/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlMWYzMDcwMy04ZWYyLTRkODgtYWQzMC05YmZlMzY1NTdlZmQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE0ZjUzMTEwYjA0MmViNjExY2ZiZTQ3L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTctOV9fOS01MS00NS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="39728840" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/e1f30703-8ef2-4d88-ad30-9bfe36557efd/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Today, we cover the topics of All-Star snubs, controversial players, political involvement, and physicality in the league. We delve into the reasons behind certain players being snubbed from the All-Star team, the involvement of political figures in the league&apos;s affairs, the controversy surrounding specific players, and the discussion of physicality in the league.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;All-Star Snubs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Controversial Players&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Political Involvement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Physicality in the League&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:20:41</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:title>The WNBA&apos;s Caitlin Clark Dilemma</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our WNBA All-Star Picks: Who's In, Who's Out?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the surprises and challenges in the All-Star voting process, highlighting unexpected player rankings and the difficulty in selecting the best candidates for the All-Star team.</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3f09505e-b08c-4480-b19a-f4d4410341df</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:00:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/7c19ddbea96c076cf89393c49242fe2440459df63c9039d5ec93ea68108082ce/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzZjA5NTA1ZS1iMDhjLTQ0ODAtYjE5YS1mNGQ0NDEwMzQxZGYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE0Mzg0MDMxMWUyZmZlOTZlMDNlMjI0L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMzBfXzEwLTUzLTIzLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="31918019" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/3f09505e-b08c-4480-b19a-f4d4410341df/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the surprises and challenges in the All-Star voting process, highlighting unexpected player rankings and the difficulty in selecting the best candidates for the All-Star team.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:16:37</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:title>Our WNBA All-Star Picks: Who&apos;s In, Who&apos;s Out?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Project B Compete with the WNBA?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the introduction of Project B, its accessibility, player recruitment and salaries, season format and player commitment, league structure and international expansion, and the impact on women's basketball and player movement. Project B is a new off-season league featuring WNBA and international players, offering high salaries and raising questions about player commitment and league structure. The league's international expansion and impact on women's basketball are also discussed.</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9f876a05-5729-45a5-b56a-a19f7de575f5</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:58:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ec47de3fc85f179145d0ce686655763c8d011e31ef05e884804f6cd3694a2fcd/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5Zjg3NmEwNS01NzI5LTQ1YTUtYjU2YS1hMTlmN2RlNTc1ZjUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE0Mzc4NzY1MjRmNzU5YTMzMGNiNzVjL3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMzBfXzEwLTQtNi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="16624892" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/9f876a05-5729-45a5-b56a-a19f7de575f5/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the introduction of Project B, its accessibility, player recruitment and salaries, season format and player commitment, league structure and international expansion, and the impact on women&apos;s basketball and player movement. Project B is a new off-season league featuring WNBA and international players, offering high salaries and raising questions about player commitment and league structure. The league&apos;s international expansion and impact on women&apos;s basketball are also discussed.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:08:39</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:title>Can Project B Compete with the WNBA?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best and Worst Contracts in the WNBA]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the evaluation of WNBA player contracts, highlighting overpaid and underperforming players, as well as identifying the best contracts in the league. The discussion emphasizes the relationship between contract value and player performance, shedding light on the impact of contracts on team dynamics and success.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Evaluation of player contracts is crucial for understanding the impact of contract value on player performance.</li><li>Identifying overpaid and underperforming players is essential for assessing the value of player contracts.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Identifying Overpaid Players</li><li>05:48 Contract Value and Performance</li><li>12:03 Value and Performance</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">39447d35-05c0-471b-b23d-1735fa73598a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:23:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a7b55f8d6354238da19dad73a7128899cfd1fd460ef1022ccf1a0a66b6cdff17/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzOTQ0N2QzNS0wNWMwLTQ3MWItYjIzZC0xNzM1ZmE3MzU5OGEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEzY2UxYzk1OGY3NDU4NTRmOWUxNTUxL3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMjVfXzEwLTctMzcubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="48929793" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/39447d35-05c0-471b-b23d-1735fa73598a/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the evaluation of WNBA player contracts, highlighting overpaid and underperforming players, as well as identifying the best contracts in the league. The discussion emphasizes the relationship between contract value and player performance, shedding light on the impact of contracts on team dynamics and success.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Evaluation of player contracts is crucial for understanding the impact of contract value on player performance.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Identifying overpaid and underperforming players is essential for assessing the value of player contracts.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Identifying Overpaid Players&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:48 Contract Value and Performance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;12:03 Value and Performance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:25:29</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:title>The Best and Worst Contracts in the WNBA</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every WNBA Team's Secret Weapon Revealed]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Fast Breakdown discusses the WNBA rosters, highlighting the struggles and potential of various teams. The conversation covers the Phoenix Mercury, Connecticut Sun, Seattle Storm, Chicago Sky, Washington Mystics, Los Angeles Sparks, Indiana Fever, and New York Liberty. The conversation covers the performance and potential of various WNBA teams, highlighting key players and game-changing factors. It also discusses the impact of injuries, player consistency, and the overall standings of the teams. The conversation emphasizes the unexpected success of certain teams and the potential for improvement in others.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Struggles of top teams</li><li>Impact of key players Team performance is influenced by the consistency and potential of key players</li><li>Injuries and player availability can significantly impact team performance</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Struggles of Top Teams</li><li>07:21 Seattle Storm and Rebuilding Phase</li><li>14:12 Washington Mystics and Young Team Dynamics</li><li>21:16 Indiana Fever and Coaching Strategy</li><li>27:02 Team Performance and Potential</li><li>32:15 Portland Fire's Surprising Success</li><li>41:13 Las Vegas Aces' Player Performance and Potential</li><li>48:36 Atlanta Dream's Fourth Quarter Performance and Game Changers</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fe57b95f-ef86-4fd1-9c6f-ba38998c8530</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:39:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6c3d873506f04a5b816f2ee3a84934e85bb08b89c81b5ca47a07ded990f95d1c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmZTU3Yjk1Zi1lZjg2LTRmZDEtOWM2Zi1iYTM4OTk4Yzg1MzAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExZTk0Y2QyNGJmZjgzYzE4OWQxZWM5L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMl9fMTAtMzEtOS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="102092530" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/fe57b95f-ef86-4fd1-9c6f-ba38998c8530/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The Fast Breakdown discusses the WNBA rosters, highlighting the struggles and potential of various teams. The conversation covers the Phoenix Mercury, Connecticut Sun, Seattle Storm, Chicago Sky, Washington Mystics, Los Angeles Sparks, Indiana Fever, and New York Liberty. The conversation covers the performance and potential of various WNBA teams, highlighting key players and game-changing factors. It also discusses the impact of injuries, player consistency, and the overall standings of the teams. The conversation emphasizes the unexpected success of certain teams and the potential for improvement in others.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Struggles of top teams&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Impact of key players Team performance is influenced by the consistency and potential of key players&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Injuries and player availability can significantly impact team performance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Struggles of Top Teams&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;07:21 Seattle Storm and Rebuilding Phase&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;14:12 Washington Mystics and Young Team Dynamics&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;21:16 Indiana Fever and Coaching Strategy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;27:02 Team Performance and Potential&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;32:15 Portland Fire&apos;s Surprising Success&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;41:13 Las Vegas Aces&apos; Player Performance and Potential&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;48:36 Atlanta Dream&apos;s Fourth Quarter Performance and Game Changers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:53:10</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:title>Every WNBA Team&apos;s Secret Weapon Revealed</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Olivia Miles the ROTY?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the performance of standout rookies, teams exceeding expectations, teams underperforming, and the impact of reffing on the game. It delves into the standout rookies in the running for Rookie of the Year and the All-Rookie team, the performance of the Sky, Mercury, and Fever, and the impact of stricter reffing on the game's dynamics.</p><p></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">4e98487c-4bb2-41b9-9758-0e4b9280b658</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 08:34:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/76a5a2425c83fde1d2d8ce248c9fbda8f4ccb79cab1bb200b4b72c4425848efd/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0ZTk4NDg3Yy00YmIyLTQxYjktOTc1OC0wZTRiOTI4MGI2NTgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwZDZmNDllODA0YWFhNTU4M2VjNDZiL3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTUtMjBfXzEwLTIyLTMzLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="56601852" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/4e98487c-4bb2-41b9-9758-0e4b9280b658/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the performance of standout rookies, teams exceeding expectations, teams underperforming, and the impact of reffing on the game. It delves into the standout rookies in the running for Rookie of the Year and the All-Rookie team, the performance of the Sky, Mercury, and Fever, and the impact of stricter reffing on the game&apos;s dynamics.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:29:29</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Is Olivia Miles the ROTY?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ranking EVERY team in the WNBA from best to worst]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>As the 2026 season approaches, we’re breaking down every team in the WNBA and ranking them from title favorites to rebuilding squads. Based on roster moves, star power, team chemistry, and last season’s performance, these rankings set the stage for who’s ready to contend—and who still has work to do.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e565e6a5-e801-4924-aecd-cebc95a6988a</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:21:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/bc9eb584df7f5b7780be3514b94dab829384cb7bfd16113dc33e94445c6443a2/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlNTY1ZTZhNS1lODAxLTQ5MjQtYWVjZC1jZWJjOTVhNjk4OGEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmMzFiZmY2NWZjNmFiN2ZiNThlMzg0L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMzBfXzExLTgtMTUubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="51761049" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/e565e6a5-e801-4924-aecd-cebc95a6988a/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;As the 2026 season approaches, we’re breaking down every team in the WNBA and ranking them from title favorites to rebuilding squads. Based on roster moves, star power, team chemistry, and last season’s performance, these rankings set the stage for who’s ready to contend—and who still has work to do.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:26:57</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Ranking EVERY team in the WNBA from best to worst</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[NCAA Predictions, CBA Moratorium, and Unrivaled Viewership]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In the premiere episode of "The Fast Breakdown," co-hosts Medha Sunkara and Ria Abraham break down prospects for top NCAA teams and their upcoming matchups, the uncertain future of the WNBA under the current conditions, and their view on how the Unrivaled season will play out.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">84f70d87-9fb4-44ec-89bc-efae0e6791a7</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:41:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/aa7048fd9a063371b8bb42bfc5d361d458d24597589e480da7b0d273555c3bd0/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4NGY3MGQ4Ny05ZmI0LTQ0ZWMtODliYy1lZmFlMGU2NzkxYTciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk2YTAwMjgwYjZmNTFjZmQ0YTFhMDc0L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTEtMTZfXzEwLTgtNTYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="40774365" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/84f70d87-9fb4-44ec-89bc-efae0e6791a7/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In the premiere episode of &quot;The Fast Breakdown,&quot; co-hosts Medha Sunkara and Ria Abraham break down prospects for top NCAA teams and their upcoming matchups, the uncertain future of the WNBA under the current conditions, and their view on how the Unrivaled season will play out.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:19</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>NCAA Predictions, CBA Moratorium, and Unrivaled Viewership</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[A deep dive into the WNBA's biggest rivalry]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the WNBA careers and performances of Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark, the comparison between the two players, the impact of WNBA team dynamics on player performance, and the significance of off-season activities for player development. Additionally, the discussion touches on free agency and future prospects for the players and teams.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">86ce56fc-bf78-47ec-86a7-44eac6aa4e7e</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:40:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/81098b7bf1be4c5d305826a7d4d885dec42ea2190874207318eefdf33ebc58b8/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4NmNlNTZmYy1iZjc4LTQ3ZWMtODZhNy00NGVhYzZhYTRlN2UiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk3OWFjMWY4YTFmYjFkMTRlYmNiNTM0L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTEtMjhfXzctMjYtMzkubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="34223481" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/86ce56fc-bf78-47ec-86a7-44eac6aa4e7e/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the WNBA careers and performances of Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark, the comparison between the two players, the impact of WNBA team dynamics on player performance, and the significance of off-season activities for player development. 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The hosts also share their Winter Olympics follow-up, discussing figure skating, ice hockey, and other sports. Lastly, they explore the WNBA season and player participation, addressing the decision of players to play in Europe during the off-season and the upcoming playoffs of Unrivaled.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>College basketball updates</li><li>Unrivaled 1-on-1 Tournament</li><li>Winter Olympics follow-up</li><li>WNBA season and player participation</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 WNBA Season and Player Participation</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">7d418ac7-6f69-49b9-a307-4262957a2369</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:38:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/70f3ff9e1aedaa839678e4845c197c6148de9b87a926c193d86242329dccc126/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3ZDQxOGFjNy02ZjY5LTQ5YjktYTMwNy00MjYyOTU3YTIzNjkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5YmMyZTg0NTc1YjUxZmJhNjk2NzI2L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTItMjNfXzQtMC01Ni5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="50760246" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/7d418ac7-6f69-49b9-a307-4262957a2369/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers college basketball updates, including team performances and player analysis. It then transitions to a discussion about the Unrivaled 1-on-1 Tournament, highlighting standout players and match outcomes. The hosts also share their Winter Olympics follow-up, discussing figure skating, ice hockey, and other sports. Lastly, they explore the WNBA season and player participation, addressing the decision of players to play in Europe during the off-season and the upcoming playoffs of Unrivaled.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;College basketball updates&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Unrivaled 1-on-1 Tournament&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Winter Olympics follow-up&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;WNBA season and player participation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 WNBA Season and Player Participation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:35:15</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Breaking Down the Unrivaled 1v1 Tournament and March Madness Prospects</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our WNBA Free Agency and Draft Predictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the surprising draft picks, team fit vs. talent, and draft trades and surprises. It delves into the analysis of various draft picks, including the rationale behind the selections and the potential impact on the teams. The discussion also highlights the unexpected trades and the impact of the draft on the teams involved.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Surprising Draft Picks</li><li>Team Fit vs. Talent</li><li>Draft Trades and Surprises</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and First Pick</li><li>05:03 Kiki Rice to Indiana Fever</li><li>11:06 Raven Johnson to Indiana Fever</li><li>16:36 Gianna Kneepkens to Connecticut Sun</li><li>22:25 Serah Williams and Rori Harmon</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">12718146-4320-4a4f-b85f-70b2e86f78a0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:36:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/5c944582427ee70038594a06c9f25feec3080cc6114cabf9aac6b3ffafa1d18a/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxMjcxODE0Ni00MzIwLTRhNGYtYjg1Zi03MGIyZTg2Zjc4YTAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkZTA2MjI1YTk2NGI4N2M4OWIwN2U0L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMTRfXzExLTE3LTIyLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="37766312" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/12718146-4320-4a4f-b85f-70b2e86f78a0/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the surprising draft picks, team fit vs. talent, and draft trades and surprises. It delves into the analysis of various draft picks, including the rationale behind the selections and the potential impact on the teams. The discussion also highlights the unexpected trades and the impact of the draft on the teams involved.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Surprising Draft Picks&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Team Fit vs. Talent&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Draft Trades and Surprises&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction and First Pick&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;05:03 Kiki Rice to Indiana Fever&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:06 Raven Johnson to Indiana Fever&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;16:36 Gianna Kneepkens to Connecticut Sun&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;22:25 Serah Williams and Rori Harmon&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:26:14</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Our WNBA Free Agency and Draft Predictions</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Most Explosive WNBA Free Agency Yet]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we break down the most explosive WNBA free agency yet and what it means for the title race. From superstar relocations to underrated pickups and risky bets, we dive into the moves that could define the entire season.<br /><br />Which teams made bold pushes for contention? Who completely reshaped their roster? And which moves could quietly change the balance of power? We cover it all with reactions, analysis, and what to watch heading into the new season.<br /><br />The WNBA landscape has changed and we are breaking down everything you need to know.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">eb11251c-8245-4e3b-a572-46082e4150ce</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:35:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/dd5004785eec1aedc6949ff4b42cbe97ba130d0dd55579bdf727ae44ec2e98cb/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlYjExMjUxYy04MjQ1LTRlM2ItYTU3Mi00NjA4MmU0MTUwY2UiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkZjRiZTdlZjE0ZjRiZjBjNjRhNmYxL3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMTVfXzEwLTI3LTE5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="45086450" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/eb11251c-8245-4e3b-a572-46082e4150ce/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we break down the most explosive WNBA free agency yet and what it means for the title race. From superstar relocations to underrated pickups and risky bets, we dive into the moves that could define the entire season.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Which teams made bold pushes for contention? Who completely reshaped their roster? And which moves could quietly change the balance of power? We cover it all with reactions, analysis, and what to watch heading into the new season.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The WNBA landscape has changed and we are breaking down everything you need to know.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:19</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Most Explosive WNBA Free Agency Yet</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who Won (And Who Didn't) at the WNBA Draft]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Get ready for a full breakdown of the WNBA Draft! ] In this episode, we dive into the biggest picks, surprise selections, and which teams came out as the biggest winners and losers. From top prospects to under-the-radar steals, we analyze how each move could shape the upcoming season and the future of the league.<br /><br />We also discuss team needs, draft strategy, and which rookies could make an immediate impact. Plus, we give our early predictions on who’s set up for success and which teams still have work to do. <br /><br />Whether you're a longtime WNBA fan or just getting into the league, this episode has everything you need to know from draft night.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b30fd23f-b605-4884-8454-66fab896d904</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[The Fast Breakdown: Women's Hoops Coverage]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:17:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b23ffec9fe6207faaab67031b423e27b51e09e35ac4622c4e7f6e9382f9f9d30/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiMzBmZDIzZi1iNjA1LTQ4ODQtODQ1NC02NmZhYjg5NmQ5MDQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3MDUzZjVjYi0wOGUzLTQ2YmQtOGU4My03MzIxNTlkNWI3Y2UiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY0OTc5MmZhOWE5YWE4NzVhYWNjNjciLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkZTA2MjI1YTk2NGI4N2M4OWIwN2U0L3RoZS1mYXN0LWJyZWFrZG93bi13b21lbnMtaG9vcHMtY292ZXJhZ2VzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTQtMTRfXzExLTE3LTIyLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="37766312" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/episodes/b30fd23f-b605-4884-8454-66fab896d904/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Get ready for a full breakdown of the WNBA Draft! ] In this episode, we dive into the biggest picks, surprise selections, and which teams came out as the biggest winners and losers. From top prospects to under-the-radar steals, we analyze how each move could shape the upcoming season and the future of the league.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;We also discuss team needs, draft strategy, and which rookies could make an immediate impact. Plus, we give our early predictions on who’s set up for success and which teams still have work to do. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Whether you&apos;re a longtime WNBA fan or just getting into the league, this episode has everything you need to know from draft night.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:26:14</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7053f5cb-08e3-46bd-8e83-732159d5b7ce/logos/cc360cd9-9654-432c-b9ef-6a7809b4940b.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Who Won (And Who Didn&apos;t) at the WNBA Draft</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>