Between the Lines with Lisa Leslie
There’s a gap between how people talk about the W and how fans actually experience it. Between the Lines is here to close it. Hosted by the legendary Lisa Leslie, this weekly podcast serves up unfiltered takes, expert insight, and candid interviews for the true fans of the game. Made by people who love the W, for those who can't live without it.
Episodes
October 7, 2025 • 50 mins
Ros Gold-Onwude joins Lisa Leslie on Between the Lines, presented by State Street Investment Management, to break down the latest WNBA storylines. They discuss Cathy’s response to Napheesa Collier’s exit interview and how unified the players are behind Phee. Lisa and Ros dig into the first two games of the WNBA Finals, break down why the Aces bench has been the real X-factor, look at how the Mercury need to slow down the Aces’ Big ...
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October 2, 2025 • 59 mins
Autumn Johnson joins Lisa Leslie on Between the Lines, presented by State Street Investment Management, to break down the biggest storylines heading into the WNBA Finals. They dive into Napheesa Collier’s eye-opening exit interview and what needs to change with officiating across the league. Lisa and Autumn give kudos to the semifinal performances from the Mercury, Lynx, Aces, and Fever, and take a closer look at how Phoenix reinve...
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September 25, 2025 • 56 mins
Ros Gold-Onwude is back with Lisa Leslie on Between the Lines presented by @StateStreetIM_US to break down the dramatic WNBA semifinals! Both series are tied 1-1 and the chase for the Finals is heating up. Lisa and Ros dig into the battle in the paint between Alyssa Thomas and Napheesa Collier, why Nalyssa Smith and Jewell Loyd will be the X-factors for Vegas, and why Indiana need to get Aliyah Boston more intentional touches. T...
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September 16, 2025 • 58 mins
Ros Gold-Onwude joins Lisa Leslie on this episode of Between the Lines to discuss the biggest storylines from the first round of the WNBA playoffs! They break down Phoenix vs. Liberty’s thrilling overtime game, celebrate the Valkyries’ historic season and Veronica Burton’s Most Improved Player award, highlight Atlanta’s cohesive effort all season long, marvel at the Aces’ unstoppable streak, and, of course, weigh in on the hottest ...
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July 23, 2025 • 29 mins
In this very special edition of Between the Lines with Lisa Leslie presented by Eli Lilly, two legends of the game sit down for a heartfelt trip down memory lane. Lisa is joined by her former Team USA teammate and lifelong friend, South Carolina coach Dawn Staley. They reflect on their journey from being “opposites attract” roommates to Olympic gold medalists.
They also dive into what made their on-court chemistry so powerful, th...
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Our first-ever Between the Lines Live Show presented by Eli Lilly hit the stage at WNBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis – and y’all did not disappoint!
All-Star MVP Napheesa Collier joined Lisa to reflect on how becoming a mom has changed her outlook on the game, the ripple effect of Unrivaled across the league, and why her All-Star team was built around more than just talent. Rhyne Howard was all vibes as she repped Atlanta’s st...
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July 17, 2025 • 33 mins
Washington Mystics veteran Stefanie Dolson, aka Big Mama Stef, joins Lisa Leslie on this week’s episode of Between the Lines, where love for the game runs deep! Stef reflects on returning to D.C., the city where her WNBA journey began, and what it means to be the veteran voice for this talented group of rookies.
She shares how her playmaking instincts have made her a consistent force in the W, and breaks down how her nurturing le...
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July 10, 2025 • 46 mins
Washington Mystics rookie and freshly minted 2025 WNBA All-Star Sonia Citron sits down with Lisa Leslie to talk about her swift ascension to WNBA stardom. From playing at Notre Dame to becoming a “Silent Assassin” in the pros, Sonia’s been letting her game do the talking all season long.
In this episode, Sonia breaks the news that she will be competing in the 3-Point Contest at All-Star Weekend and opens up about what’s fueled he...
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July 3, 2025 • 34 mins
onnecticut Sun rookie Aneesah Morrow joins Lisa Leslie to talk about her basketball journey and rookie WNBA season. From growing up hooping in Chicago to being coached by her mom, to first playing at DePaul before transferring to LSU, Aneesah’s journey has taken her across the country and back as she’s established herself as one of the brightest young stars in the game.
Morrow discusses what she learned playing alongside Angel Re...
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June 26, 2025 • 53 mins
Washington Mystics forward Aaliyah Edwards joins Lisa Leslie on Between the Lines powered by Microsoft Copilot to discuss her comeback from injury, leading the Mystics’ young core, and what it’s like to be part of the UConn sisterhood (and group chat) in the WNBA.
Aaliyah talks about the Mystics’ early-season success and how rookies Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron have put the WNBA on notice. She also discusses her former teammate ...
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June 19, 2025 • 44 mins
WNBA Champion and Los Angeles Sparks star Kelsey Plum joins Lisa Leslie on Between the Lines powered by Microsoft Copilot to discuss her first year in LA, how she’s grown as a player, her time on the Aces, what it’s like guarding Caitlin Clark, her advice to WNBA rookies, and much, much more.
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June 12, 2025 • 47 mins
Phoenix Mercury star Satou Sabally sits down with Lisa Leslie on Between the Lines presented by Microsoft Copilot to discuss her new chapter in Phoenix and the WNBA today.
The two cover Satou’s offseason trade from the Wings, why she believes Phoenix can contend, which other players she admires in the WNBA, her style of trash talk, training with Jimmy Butler, and much more.
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June 6, 2025 • 44 mins
Chiney Ogwumike joins Lisa Leslie on the first episode of Between the Lines presented by Microsoft Copilot to discuss the biggest trends and storylines of the WNBA season so far. They breakdown the New York Liberty’s hot start, how the Indiana Fever can adjust without Caitlin Clark, which teams on the bottom of the standings surprise them, why this Rookie of the Year race might be tighter than anyone expected, and much more.
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May 9, 2022 • 38 secs
Snacks is back! Sam Mewis and Lynn Williams are NWSL champions, USWNT teammates, Olympic medalists, and former roommates. Through candid (and often humorous) conversations with their teammates and friends, Snacks with Lynn and Sam gives listeners unprecedented insight into two of soccer’s biggest stars as they navigate life, sports and everything in between.
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April 14, 2022 • 50 secs
The Players’ Pod features candid conversations with some of the biggest names in women’s sports. Hosted by two-time World Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist Kelley O’Hara, The Players’ Pod takes you behind the scenes and into the minds of the movers and shakers on the frontiers of the space. These are Olympians and World Champions, pioneering executives and legends of their sport, sharing the untold stories behind their success...
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March 23, 2022 • 75 mins
Coach Staley is joined by South Carolina great and WNBA All-Star A’ja Wilson to talk about the Gamecock’s path to the Sweet Sixteen, Wilson’s advice to the current team for surviving and advancing, plus who she is looking forward to seeing in the WNBA. Then, USC President Harris Pastides joins the podcast to discuss the importance of college sports to the university, his support of NIL policies, and he and Coach bond over what they...
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March 18, 2022 • 28 mins
On the eve of March Madness, Coach Staley chats with Team USA teammate and friend Teresa Edwards about the 2022 NCAA Tournament bracket, the evolution of the tournament over the years, and what true equity in college hoops would look like. Plus, Teresa provides insight into what it’s like being a student athlete during the month of March.
Host: Dawn Staley
Guest: Teresa Edwards
Producer/Editor: Ambre Moton
Executive Producer: Alexy...
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March 16, 2022 • 74 mins
Coach Staley is joined by friend and former teammate Teresa Edwards to reflect on their time on Team USA. Then, retired Army General Martin Dempsey joins the podcast to discuss his role as the Chairman of USA Basketball’s Board of Directors, his favorite Team USA moments, and how his military service relates to hoops. Plus, he shares a personal story about interacting with Bill Bradley on the basketball court.
Host: Dawn Staley
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March 9, 2022 • 76 mins
Coach Staley reflects on the SEC Tournament and looks ahead to March Madness before being joined by hoops legend Sheryl Swoopes. The two basketball greats and long-time friends reminisce about their time on Team USA, discuss Becky Hammon’s future coaching the Aces, and explain the power behind the Air Swoopes.
Host: Dawn Staley
Guest: Sheryl Swoopes
Producer/Editor: Ambre Moton
Executive Producer: Alexys Feaster
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March 2, 2022 • 95 mins
Coach Staley discusses the college basketball postseason before being joined by a pair of special guests. First, former President Bill Clinton stops by to talk about being a #GirlDad, some secrets of Air Force One, and the keys to being a good leader. Then, former Obama staffer and Duke basketball and football player Reggie Love joins NETLIFE to talk about introducing President Obama to Jay-Z, debating paying college players with N...
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