This week Brenda and Lindsay discuss the ways in which institutions enable and protect perpetrators of sexual assault, specifically in regard to new developments with Antonio Brown and the Patriots and the Michigan State football program [5:22]. Then, Jessica interviews two people associated with the new documentary about girls’ and women’s baseball, Hardball: The Girls of Summer -- producer Jewel Greenberg and veteran US Women’s National Team player, Malaika Underwood [26:46]. Then, the dynamic...
Sep 25, 2019•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, Lindsay, Shireen, and Amira talk about the FIBA World Cup (2:25); body image issues for women in sports (6:07); and sports stories that are making us happy, for a change (23:40). Then Shireen interviews Iranian national women's team coach, the Persian football legend Katayoun Khosrowyar (35:32). Then, of course, there's the Burn Pile (50:48), BAWOTW (1:00:32), and what's good. Lindsay's audio is a bit wonky this week, we apologize for the issue, it will be fixed by next week! Le...
Sep 18, 2019•1 hr 9 min
Lindsay Gibbs (BIAD, etc.) talks with Ari Chambers (Bleacher Report, etc.) and Erica Ayala (The Athletic, etc.) about the WNBA playoffs thus far, Dearica Hamby's heroics, WNBA awards, the upcoming WNBA semifinals, and the lottery drawing. There's a lot to cover, so don't believe Lindsay when she says at the beginning that she will make this conversation quick. This is an unedited conversation. You have been warned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 17, 2019•1 hr 5 min
The crew is all together for this LIVE show recorded on September 9, 2019, at the Music City Center in Nashville as part of AMEND Together’s SHIFT Conference, which focuses on challenging and changing a culture that supports gendered violence. (https://www.amendtogether.org/shift) After a short discussion about one wild weekend in sports, [4:10] we dig in by first talking about the ways in which sports culture supports gendered violence and toxic masculinity. [22:37] Then we discuss ways in whic...
Sep 10, 2019•1 hr 3 min
On this week’s show, everybody's on the pod and super excited about BIAD Live in Nashville Monday, September 9th for the Amend Together conference. [4:29] Then we shift gears to consider the significance of NFL free agent Ryan Russell's beautifully penned announcement that he is bisexual. [14:00] Then Jessica chats with the National Lacrosse League's Deputy Commissioner about her new position. [27:18]. Finally, Shireen leads the group in Brenda's favorite game of "What are you watching?" Co-host...
Sep 03, 2019•1 hr 10 min
On this week’s show, Amira, Lindsay, and Jessica get things started by talking about the US Open. [6:17] Then we mix it up a bit. Listen back to a segment from Episode 25 (October 2017). In it, Lindsay, Shireen, Brenda, and Jessica discussed the racial abuse former English national soccer player Eniola Aluko faced from her former coach, the lack of support from other players, and the problems with racism within the English FA generally. [16:11] Then Shireen interviews Aluko, now a Juventus FC su...
Aug 27, 2019•1 hr 15 min
Note: this interview was recorded in 2019 before Frankie de la Cretaz changed their name, however our text and transcriptions have been amended. After discussing the twatwafflery of Barstool Sports at the top of the show, Brenda, Shireen and Jessica talk about the MLS "dumb as fuck" No political display policy. [6:41] Then Brenda interviews sports writer Frankie de la Cretaz about an important story in Iowa girls basketball history [17:56] Finally, the crew delves into the problematic issues aro...
Aug 21, 2019•1 hr 10 min
Jessica interviews women's ice hockey coaching legend Digit Murphy about next week's Aurora Games (https://auroragamesfestival.com/), "a multi-sport, multi-country, multi-day event showcasing the best in women’s sports, entertainment and culture and was created as a platform for “women to take center stage”." The Games will run from Tuesday, August 20, to Sunday, August 25. If you can't make it to Albany to watch The Games in person, ESPNU will be airing them. You can follow them on Twitter: htt...
Aug 17, 2019•17 min
On this week’s show, Lindsay, Brenda, Amira, and Jessica talk about the WNBA fight this past weekend [9:05] before they turn their attention to mental health in sports. [23:59] Then Lindsay interviews former Notre Dame and WNBA Star Devereaux Peters about the launch of her new production company, More than 94, and how to improve the media coverage of the WNBA. [38:16] Finally, the gang discusses cheating in sports. [53:07] Of course, you’ll hear the Burn Pile, [1:04:56] our Bad Ass Woman of the ...
Aug 13, 2019•1 hr 18 min
On this week's show Amira, Brenda, and Lindsay discuss the decades of abuse allegations against former UCLA Track Coach Conrad Mainwaring [3:00]. Shireen interviews women's soccer expert, Meg Linehan who provides updates and insights on the NWSL and USWNT [18:55]. Then the crew indulges Amira's curiosity about sports mascots and talk about the funny, the scary, the offensive and the truly strange ones[39:12]. Of course, you'll hear our Burn Pile [51:30] our BAWOTW [57:35] and tell you what's goo...
Aug 07, 2019•1 hr 5 min
On this week’s show, Amira, Brenda, and Shireen discuss WNBA All Star-game [6:00] Then they discuss the history of sport and colonialism in the US in light of Puerto Rican protests [22:30] Brenda interviews Júlia Belas, a Brazilian journalist, who explains the landscape of media and diversity in Brazil, what's happened since WWC, and Pia Sundhage as new head coach [33:22] Finally, the crew discusses their excitement over the Pan-Am and Para-Pan Games in Lima Of course, you’ll hear the Burn Pile,...
Jul 31, 2019•1 hr 1 min
On this week’s show, Lindsay, Brenda, Shireen, and Jessica talk about Dan LeBatard calling out ESPN’s no-Politics policy. [8:32] Then they turn their attention to women’s soccer in the wake of the World Cup. [24:08] Finally, the gang discusses domestic violence policies in sports leagues. [41:41] Of course, you’ll hear the Burn Pile, [51:03] our Bad Ass Woman of the Week, starring Li Na, [54:56] and what is good in our worlds. [1:00:24] To help support the Burn It All Down podcast, please consid...
Jul 24, 2019•1 hr 2 min
On this week’s show, Brenda, Lindsay, Shireen and Jessica talk WNBA All-Star rosters. [2:42] The crew discusses the exciting happenings of Wimbledon. [7:23] Lindsay interviews Anne Orchier, an organizer with Nolympics LA, about their quest to stop the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, and the upcoming transnational gathering of anti-Olympics organizers in Tokyo. [22:39] And to round out the episode, the team talks about a fascinating sports tournament: the World University Games. [40:01] Of course, ...
Jul 16, 2019•1 hr 13 min
On this week’s show, Shireen, Brenda, Amira, Lindsay, and Jessica make an announcement about our next live recording in Nashville on Monday, September 9. [4:02] Then we do our Women’s World Cup wrap up. [39:05] And Shireen interviews former sports journalist Naasira Mohammed who is now the Full-time Media Officer West Indies Women's Cricket team, and holds the same position part-time with the men's cricket team, about the Men’s Cricket World Cup. [58:53] Of course, you’ll hear the Burn Pile, [1:...
Jul 08, 2019•1 hr 24 min
Shireen, Brenda, and Jessica preview the Women's World Cup final and 3rd place game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 06, 2019•25 min
On this week’s show, Shireen, Brenda, Amira, and Jessica talk about what other sports than the Women’s World Cup they are watching. [6:40] Then the gang discusses the intersection of women’s soccer, colonialism, race, and racism at the WWC. [24:11] Brenda interview Dr. Jennifer Doyle about Video Assistant Referees (VAR) and the gender politics of it all. [45:02] And they talk about their takeaways, so far, from the WWC. [57:49] Of course, you’ll hear the Burn Pile, [1:07:40] our Bad Ass Woman of...
Jul 02, 2019•1 hr 18 min
The whole squad is together again! Jessica, Lindsay, Shireen, Brenda, and Amira dive right into a discussion about VAR (video assisted referee)technology and penalty kicks. [3:02] Jessica interviews pro-beach volleyball player Geena Urango about how she got into the sport, the mental aspect of the game, how you find a partner to play beach volleyball with, and pay equity. [20:27] Then the crew discusses the Women's World Cup and Activism. [31:42] Of course, you’ll hear the Burn Pile, [43:04] our...
Jun 26, 2019•1 hr 6 min
Hot Take: BBC Sport Africa's Janine Anthony on Africa's success in the Women's World Cup by Burn It All Down Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 22, 2019•30 min
This week, Lindsay and Amira hold down the fort and review the NBA and NHL finals (1:54), talk goal celebrations and phenomenal goalkeepers at the Women's World Cup (21:04), and then Amira talks to Eileen Murray about the brand new Premiere Ultimate League and discusses the ways in which they are striving for equity and inclusion in the sport of Ultimate Frisbee(36:55). Of course, there's the Burn Pile (54:50), BAWOTW (1:01:00) and What's Good (1:04:09) To help support the Burn It All Down podca...
Jun 19, 2019•1 hr 8 min
All the fun seems to be in France this week as Amira, Lindsay, and Brenda chat about the French Open and the start of the Women's World Cup! Plus Shireen interviews Canadian Soccer Star Erin McLeod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 13, 2019•1 hr 14 min
On this hot take, we took our Women's World Cup group stage previews from Episode 107 and Episode 108 and merged them together for a one big WWC Group Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 06, 2019•52 min
On this week’s show, Lindsay, Shireen, Brenda, and Jessica first quickly talk about the French Open [7:06] before our GIANT Women’s World Cup preview what we think will be the biggest storylines, group stage games we are looking forward to, predictions on who will win the golden boot, and which surprise teams will make it to the knockout round. [41:02] Then we have TWO huge interviews. First, Shireen talks with Ayisat Yusuf, a former Nigerian international and Olympian. This decorated Super Falc...
Jun 04, 2019•1 hr 43 min
On this week’s show, Shireen, Amira, Lindsay, and Jessica talk about the Raptors [7:11] before previewing groups D, E, F of the Women's World Cup in France. [31:22] Then Amira talks to professional softball player AJ Andrews, former college softball standout at LSU and the first woman to receive the Rawlings Gold Glove award. They chat about softball as a revenue sport, the National Pro Fastpitch’s lack of professional options and the importance of role models of color in the game. [46:38] Then ...
May 28, 2019•1 hr 25 min
In this Hot Take, Amira chats with softball superstar, AJ Andrews, about the NCAA College Softball Postseason, including teams and players to watch and why the SEC keeps on dominating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 26, 2019•12 min
Lindsay Gibbs chats with two of her favorites, Ari Chambers of We Are Jayla, and Erica Ayala of The Athletic and the NWHL. They break down each team's 2019 prospects. They forget to talk about the Leilani Mitchell saga, please forgive them. Follow @WeAreJayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearejayla/ Subscribe to The Athletic's new WNBA vertical, which Lindsay and Erica are both contributing to, as beat reporters for the Washington Mystics and New York Liberty, respectively. https://th...
May 24, 2019•1 hr 26 min
On this week’s show, the gang's all here! Amira, Brenda, Jessica, Lindsay, and Shireen preview groups A, B, C of the Women's World Cup in France [6:09], Brenda interviews legendary Brazilian soccer player, Sissi, the Golden Boot winner of the 1999 World Cup to talk about her memories of that tournament and the state of women's soccer in Brazil [34:29]; and we get excited about the WNBA happenings, including hiring a commissioner and Liz Cambage's trade! [51:32] Of course, you’ll hear the Burn Pi...
May 21, 2019•1 hr 24 min
Brenda and Shireen are joined by the indomitable Stephanie Yang for a Hot Take on the Women's World Cup. Recorded at New York University's Institute of Public Knowledge for the 2019 Women's World Cup Symposium on Thursday, May 16, 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 19, 2019•40 min
On this week’s show, Shireen, Brenda, and Jessica are joined by guest co-host and show favorite, Shakeia Taylor. After the gang talks about Adam Silver stating that he’d like more women refs and coaches in the NBA, [5:45] they turn their attention to the Champions Leagues, both the men’s and women’s. [18:57] Then Amira sits down with Hilary Malatino to talk about the Rock Climbing Organization they co-organize, HomoClimbtastic, which hosts the largest Climbing Convention of LGBTQIA+ climbers eve...
May 14, 2019•1 hr 9 min
Amira and Shireen talk about the significance of Mother's Day, acts of mothering, athletes who are Moms, the complications of this day and how it can be difficult for a lot of people, and a lot more. The co-hosts reflect on their journeys as Mamas. Happy Mother's Day from the BIAD Team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 12, 2019•30 min
At the top of the show Shireen, Jessica, and Lindsay talk about Halima Adan on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue [2:16], the show features an interview from Episode 52 with Dr. Katrina Karkazis (7:40), they get into the decision to reject the appeal of South African runner Caster Semenya [29:14] and then the crew dives into the complexities about the women's hockey collective that is boycotting women's hockey leagues in North America. [42:77] Then, of course, we have the Burn Pi...
May 08, 2019•1 hr 18 min
