Heads up — this episode may contain references to Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl.” Actually – it definitely will. You’re welcome, Swifties (Caroline). Sorry skeptics (Blake). The NFL’s week 5 delivered on upsets, which has some analysts saying that Drake Maye has arrived, Trevor Lawrence can’t fumble, and Jalen Hurts’ offense needs help. It’s us. We’re analysts. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: A Caroline-approved haiku about week 5, written by Blake AJ Brown not beating th...
Oct 08, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Napheesa Collier went scorched earth. In her season exit interview, she publicly called out Cathy Engelbert and WNBA leadership for their lack of accountability around some of the most pressing issues facing players. Blake and Caroline break down the WNBA drama from last week, starting with Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve’s $15,000 fine and suspension to Collier’s mic-drop moment. With the CBA deadline coming up at the end of the month, time will tell how her statement will affect negotiations – and the...
Oct 01, 2025•51 min
Anna Hall. Simone Biles. Olivia Culpo. The WAGs are defrosting – and we didn’t know how badly we needed it. Simone served sideline looks with her custom Jonathan Owens gear while Olivia got real on her post-baby bod. In other barely sports news, the cast of Bring It On brought it back with a reunion that might have you feeling old. Don’t worry, us too. In this episode of Well Played , we also cover: How much you’d have to pay to run like Harry Styles A’ja Wilson’s reaction to Bam Adebayo giving ...
Sep 24, 2025•58 min
We’re pouring one out for the Bengals’ Joey B, who’s out for the next three months recovering from turf toe. Blake begs the question: why couldn’t it be a sexier injury? Elsewhere in the midwest, the Colts are killing it for the first time in *checks watch* a long time. Some say it’s thanks to the new QB on the block, Daniel “Indiana” Jones. Our verdict? It’s thanks to Carlie Irsay-Gordon, who’s been prepping her whole life for this. Plus, we catch up with former USWNT member, Ali Krieger, about...
Sep 17, 2025•57 min
NFL Week 1 served up more drama than we could chew. Josh Allen & co. pulled off a comeback for the ages (yes, we know it’s only Week 1). Swifties mobilized to defend Taylor’s fiancé after a slap on the field. And a bright green dildo made its NFL debut – cue Caroline’s public apology for potentially playing a part. Plus, Golden State Valkyries star Kate Martin joins us to talk about making franchise history and reacting to Caitlin Clark’s season-ending injury. In this episode of Well Played ...
Sep 10, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Did you miss us? Cause we missed you. We’re inching closer to the end of Honey Deuce season, AKA: the end of the US Open. Coming out of the weekend, convos surrounding Naomi Osaka’s return to dominance flooded our feeds. Her talents brought her this far, but we’re convinced Billie Jean Bling and Althea Glitterson – her sparkly Labubu sidekicks – will bring her to the end. Plus, a recap on the first weekend in college football and a look ahead at week 1 of the NFL season. In this episode of Well ...
Sep 03, 2025•1 hr
It's a love story, baby she said yes. Blake and Caroline hop on an emergency pod recording to chat about the engagement news and what it means for Travis’ 13th season in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 27, 2025•19 min
Swiftie skeptics, this one's for you. Caroline successfully pulled Blake into the buzz around Taylor Swift’s album drop on boyfriend Travis Kelce’s pod, “New Heights”. And spoiler alert: the theories came true after a 10 PM Instagram tease from Miss Swift herself. Doesn’t she know we’re in bed by then? In other sporty-ish news, Cristiano Ronaldo gifted his now fiancée Georgina Rodriguez a rock – not a ring – and Tom Brady edges closer and closer to a mid-life crash out after seeing his statue ou...
Aug 12, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Trinity Rodman is so back. After spending months sidelined with a back injury, the Washington Spirit forward made her return and scored a game-winning goal. Tears, hugs, and a vulnerable celebration ensued. Blake and Caroline also dive into why the women’s Tour de France has some cyclists talking about periods, infertility, and overtraining. In this episode of Well Played , we also cover: Blake and Caroline’s recap of Diana Taurasi’s docuseries premiere in New York The will-they-won’t-they situa...
Aug 06, 2025•51 min
This episode of Well Played was recorded before a shooting in New York City on Monday in which the NFL headquarters may have been the target. Police say a gunman armed with a long gun killed at least five people in a Manhattan office building, including himself. While a motive has not been confirmed, authorities say a note found in the shooter’s wallet referenced the brain disease CTE. We want to note that week’s episode includes conversations about football and the NFL that were recorded prior ...
Jul 29, 2025•43 min
The WNBA All Stars made a statement with just six words on a black shirt that read, “Pay Us What You Owe Us.” The tension continues to mount between the league and its players, who are asking for better pay and work conditions in their new CBA. But after an awkward press conference – where one All Star threw another under the bus – fans were left wondering what the strategy is and how they’ll accomplish it without some solidarity. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: A long recap of Ca...
Jul 22, 2025•50 min
Meg thee Stallion is the newest NBA WAG. While we love to see our girl happy, we’re a little concerned about what it all means for Hot Girl Summer going forward. Across the pond, Swiatek and Sinner swept the Wimby finals, and the Royal family got first-row seats to the action…except for seven-year-old Prince Louis, who respectfully declined to show face. He’s not beating the iPad kid allegations. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: A quick intro about our guest host, Greydy Diaz WNBA ...
Jul 15, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Wimbledon’s serving more than just tennis. Celebs donned their Wimbledon whites while several top-seeded players bid us a “pip-pip cheerio” in early exits. Only three Americans remain, including Ben Shelton, who’s racking up wins and admirers – just ask Trinity Rodman. In other tennis news, Iga Swiatek shared her favorite post-game meal of strawberry and sour cream pasta. Naturally, Blake and Caroline had to try it live. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: The literal bloody hell mome...
Jul 09, 2025•45 min
This week in Pretty Boys of the NFL, Tom Brady apparently hit it off with Sydney Sweeney at the Bezos-Sànchez wedding across the pond in Venice. Blake begs the very important question — can Tom Brady even flirt? Back home, Tight End University kicked off, where players came for the football and stayed for an impromptu Taylor Swift concert. Thanks, Travis. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: A recap of our time in the Stubhub suite for a recent Liberty game Kelsey Plum sharing the real...
Jul 01, 2025•55 min
It was a winning week for Gen-Z ballers. Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd finally hard-launched their relationship on Instagram after months of speculation. Then, the Oklahoma City Thunder won the NBA Championship with an average roster age of 24.7. Subtract a couple of pandemic years (girl math), and they’re basically 22. Their post-win celebration? Let's just say it reflected their age. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: The only woman who could get Stephen A. Smith to… stop talking Ho...
Jun 24, 2025•47 min
Emma Watson swapped scripts for sports on a certain Oxford University athletic team. Caroline has some words for her, if that gives you any clue about which sport it is. Also across the pond, the Kelce boys take Cannes Lions Festival to talk about the success of their podcast, New Heights. But the real star of the show? The outfit Jason wore in his panel there.The dad vibes are strong with this one. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: How the midwest brought Caitlin Clark and Tyrese H...
Jun 17, 2025•42 min
Coco Gauff made history with her victory at Roland Garross, despite controversial comments from her opponent after the match. And did you see her tiny trophy - what was that all about? Meanwhile, Alex Cooper’s new documentary dropped and her story from playing soccer in college is worth hearing. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: Carlos Alcaraz matching Rafa Nadal’s championship pace Aaron Rodgers signed with the Steelers, but his ring finger is what has us talking The WNBA initiativ...
Jun 10, 2025•53 min
Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs was caught on video giving a mysterious bag of pink powder to women on a yacht – and he still managed to hard launch on IG with Cardi B. Meanwhile, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Runway Show featured some of our favorite athletes – hi, Jordan Chiles – and one of the most infamous Housewives of the wine-mom variety. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: Who’s taking the post-Knicks loss harder, Samantha Jones or Kylie Jenner? The certifiably most rand...
Jun 03, 2025•43 min
After the Knicks stumbled in the Eastern Conference Finals, we have just one question: is Timothée Chalamet okay? From Haliburton’s choke celly to KAT’s revenge tour, the NBA playoffs are delivering. Blake and Caroline chat about all the sports today (yes, even ultramarathons) and are joined virtually by Ilona Maher to talk rugby, body acceptance, being chronically online. In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: Why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is making Caroline’s “Mount Rushmore of Perfect H...
May 27, 2025•48 min
Men and women’s pro-hoops popped off last weekend. The Knicks upset the Celtics to make their first final four appearance in over 20 years. Meanwhile, the WNBA saw record crowds, a Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese showdown, and their foul-filled play everyone’s still talking about. Blake and Caroline break down the play and ask: if Caitlin and Angel moved on, why can’t we? In this episode of Well Played, we also cover: The latest rumor out of the Jordon Hudson and Bill Belichick saga How we know a ...
May 21, 2025•48 min
Over the weekend, rumors swirled that Bill Belichick’s 24-year-old girlfriend was banned from UNC football facilities. The school shot that down quickly. But between the post-CBS interview shakeup to Jordon’s recent Miss Maine competition, TBD if either of them will even make it to week one of the season. Plus, Allison Kuch joins us to talk about life since husband left the NFL – and how she got her “pink” back. In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover: Whether the Mavs got first pick th...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 13 min
Met Gala Monday showed us just how much influence athletes have on culture. From Simone Biles and Angel Reese serving on the host committee to even the least fashion-forward (hi, Joe Burrow) showing up to the carpet, the intersection of sport and fashion is hard to ignore. And we’re here for it. In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover: A recap of Blake and Caroline’s trip to Tampa covering DICKS Varsity Team debut Which athletes served (and which didn’t) on the Met Gala carpet How to pa...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 1 min
As women athletes show up more and more in the zeitgeist, so do their husbands and boyfriends. But Blake and Caroline couldn’t help but wonder: do HABs get the same treatment as WAGs? Plus, 2 Dope Queens host and comedian Phoebe Robinson answers the question: should you date someone in your run club? In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover: How Shadeur Sanders failed to nepo-baby his way through the NFL draft Why some think Travis Kelce unfollowed Ryan Reynolds this week on IG A soft-la...
Apr 29, 2025•55 min
Swifties just about lost it when the organizer of a Kentucky Derby gala announced plans of a potential Taylor tour. In other “barely sports” news, Blake explains why the baddies are taking over the Knicks courtside seats, and what to make of the Stanley Cup exuding single girl energy on Instagram. In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover: Why Blake is putting down the mic to pursue an athletic career (it’s not a goodbye, it’s a see you later) Whether Trinity Rodman is eying a bigger move...
Apr 22, 2025•47 min
Caroline and Blake attended the WNBA draft last night and have many thoughts. While Blake beefed with the Dallas Wings mascot, a controversial celeb gave a nod to Caroline. Plus, we get an inside look at the orange carpet from content creator Aliyah Funschelle, who joins us in the studio to chat about exclusive interviews with athletes (and Paige Buecker’s after party with Nike). In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover: Whether pro-women golfers will ever see a Masters tournament of the...
Apr 15, 2025•45 min
Paige Bueckers and co. brought UCONN’s women basketball to its first March Madness win in almost a decade. After tearful celebrations, Coach Geno Auriemma shared some choice words for the NCAA. Something to the tune of “you don’t care about student athletes”, especially the women. In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover: The $2.8 billion NCAA settlement that’ll potentially fund Caroline’s wedding The one thing connecting Geno Auriemma and Caroline’s mom (mama mia!) Who told Caitlin Clar...
Apr 08, 2025•55 min
LeBron is not holding back anymore on all his foes. Caroline and Blake take a chance to react to their favorite details from his latest ESPN interview. Meanwhile, March Madness is (mostly) a snoozefest and we know why. Turns out it has something to do with…chalk? In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover: The controversial Torpedo bat that has the Yankees playing better than ever The Women’s Final Four and Paige Buecker’s eye-popping statline Whether the Tush Push is about to be banned in...
Apr 01, 2025•57 min
Blake and Caroline predicted a Trinity Rodman and Ben Shelton hard launch, but Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump? Not on our bingo cards. Several couples made their relationships IG official this week, and there might be a potential power couple budding between JuJu Watkins and Jayden Daniels. That is, unless Jayden’s mom can help it. In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover: Which famous athlete took credit for connecting Trinity and Ben Lindsey Vonn's triumphant milestone How many billions...
Mar 25, 2025•33 min
Before Simone and Suni came Shawn Johnson, the Olympic gold medalist who shot to fame during the Olympics 17 years ago. Yup, we feel old too. Shawn joins Blake and Caroline in the studio to talk about fans literally crawling under bathroom stalls to get her autograph, why she couldn’t go back to high school, and her biggest piece of advice to teenaged athletes on the brink of stardom. In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover: March Madness 101 and how to fill out your bracket The Cowboys...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Last week Blake and Caroline wondered which sports league would take the lead on supporting players’ families, and the Women’s Tennis Association said “allow me.” The WTA clinched a historic win for its players who are now eligible for 12-months of maternity leave, grants for fertility treatment, and more. In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover: Yay or nay: the PDA between Kylie and Timothée Chalamet Why LeBron gave lip readers everywhere something to chew on after scolding Stephen A. ...
Mar 11, 2025•55 min
