Double Drivel

Episode 3 - Selfishness in This Press Conference

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2616343/fan_mail/new] Double Dribble Ep. 3: Early WNBA Standings, Foul Trends, Wings Coaching Critique, and Fever Updates Sylvia and Madeline recap a busy first full week of the WNBA (recorded May 17): no undefeated teams remain, the Aces lead at 4–1, and the Sun are last at 0–4. They discuss elevated foul calls leaguewide, with the Mystics seeing the biggest jump (about 10 more fouls per game, 28 per game). Focusing on the Wings’ close losses to the Dream and Lynx, they criticize Dallas’ defense, Alana Smith’s struggles while wearing a mask, and coach José Fernandez’s public comments about “selfishness,” plus his rotations and reliance on veterans despite Arike’s inefficient 6-point game. They cover the Fever at 2–2, Caitlin Clark’s revised 32-point, 10-assist double-double in an OT loss to the Mystics, Aaliyah Boston’s leg injury, and Indiana’s win over the Storm. They also note Aces vs Dream (85–84), a “This or That” segment, upcoming couch picks, and Sylvia’s retirement announcement. 00:00 Welcome and Week Setup 00:21 Standings and Foul Trends 02:11 Wings Close Losses 04:15 Coach Comments and Rotations 12:45 Lynx Game Officiating 13:38 Fever Recap and Aaliyah Injury 17:07 Storm Win Without Aaliyah 19:38 Aces vs Dream Thriller 23:56 This or That Segment 29:06 Draft Talk and Coach Debate 35:29 Couch Picks This Week 38:52 Swish List and Farewell

EPISODE TWO - Gaga or Bonkers? An Opening Weekend Recap

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2616343/fan_mail/new] Opening Weekend Reactions, New-Fan Q&A, and Early WNBA Stats Sylvia and Madeleine recap Double Drivel’s opening-weekend WNBA coverage, beginning with a correction that Kelsey Mitchell finished fifth (not fourth) in MVP voting. They discuss the Wings’ 107–104 win over the Fever, noting standout scoring from Arike Ogunbowale (22), Paige and Odyssey Sims (20 each), limited minutes for the No. 1 pick (18, 3 points), and minimal use of Li Yuru; they also critique Indiana’s defense and Caitlin Clark’s inefficient shooting, five turnovers (three offensive fouls), and a milestone as the fastest to 1,000 points/250 rebounds/250 assists (54 games). They briefly survey other weekend results, highlight Olivia Miles’ strong rookie line, and launch “Open Gym” to answer new-fan questions about player-only fandom, skipping games, and why watch the WNBA. In “Open Book,” Sylvia reviews early minutes leaders, shot attempts, turnovers, and a notable rise in foul calls (22 per team vs. 17.5 in 2025). They share upcoming “Couch Picks,” celebrate feeling better about the Wings and publishing their first episode, and invite listener emails and follows. 00:00 Welcome to Double Drivel 00:56 Quick Corrections and Word Swap 01:43 Weekend Games Overview 02:06 Wings vs Fever Breakdown 07:44 Fever Takeaways and Caitlin Notes 11:54 Other Weekend Highlights 13:38 Open Gym New Fan Questions 18:18 Open Book Early Stats 19:26 Minutes and Coach Trust 23:10 Shot Attempts and Usage 25:53 Turnovers and Whistle Trends 27:02 Fouls Up Leaguewide 31:37 Couch Picks This Week 32:40 Swish List and Wrap Up

EPISODE 1 - Why Double Drivel?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2616343/fan_mail/new] Sylvia and her 14-year-old daughter, Madeleine, introduce “Double Drivel,” a mother-daughter WNBA podcast for longtime and new fans that avoids gatekeeping, isn’t expert analysis, and rejects hate while prioritizing accuracy.  They explain the name as a play on “double dribble” and “drivel,” while respecting the league’s history and growth. Sylvia traces her basketball fandom from Iowa men’s teams in the late ’80s to the WNBA via Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever; Madeleine became a Dallas Wings fan through Paige Bueckers.  Living in San Diego, they attend Sparks games and plan trips to Portland and Indianapolis to see the Wings and the Fever this season. They discuss offseason moves (Fever re-signing Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston extension, adding Mo Billings and drafting Raven Johnson; Wings additions including Alanna Smith and Jessica Shepard) and other team changes, offer early finals picks, share what they’re excited for, and end with a positive “Swish List” segment.