EPISODE 5 - Shepard for MVP?

EPISODE 5 - Shepard for MVP?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2616343/fan_mail/new] Wings Stun Aces, Fever Slide, and Commissioner’s Cup Preview | Double Drivel Ep. 5 Sylvia and Madeleine recap episode five of their WNBA podcast with game highlights, league stats, a Commissioner’s Cup preview, “Says Who,” and couch picks/swish list. The Wings beat the defending champion Aces 95–87 behind Jessica Shepard’s 22-point, 20-rebound, 10-assist triple-double, with strong games from Azzi (22) and Paige (20); they discuss Alanna Smith’s absence/struggles and praise Shepard as a key addition. The Fever went 0–2 (now 4–4), losing a close road game to the Valkyries and getting blown out 100–84 by Portland, with foul trouble, tense coaching exchanges, and bench scoring as a bright spot. They run through standings and league leaders (including Shepard in rebounds, Engstler in blocks, Clark in assists), play a quote-guessing game, explain Commissioner’s Cup rules/prizes, and pick upcoming games (Wings over Storm/Sparks; Fever vs Dream and at Liberty). 00:00 Welcome and Agenda 00:32 Wings Upset the Aces 02:34 Social Media and Attitude Talk 04:26 Portland Fire Rising 05:26 Illness and Lineup Shifts 08:14 Shepard as Wings MVP 08:49 Fever Week Recap 09:17 Valkyries Close Loss 10:44 Portland Blowout Breakdown 13:15 Fouls and Flopping Debate 15:55 Bench Bright Spots 18:31 Standings Check In 20:43 League Leaders Data 24:13 Shooting and Threes Leaders 25:56 Liberty lineup talk 27:32 Says Who game 32:07 Becky Hammon quotes 35:06 Commissioners Cup primer 36:33 Couch picks week 40:20 Wish list wrap

EPISODE FOUR - You Like That?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2616343/fan_mail/new] Wings Surge vs Liberty, Fever Win Streak, and a WNBA ‘Who Am I?’ Game Sylvia and Madeleine open their Double Drivel WNBA podcast with news that the long-form CBA has been signed, then recap games: the Dallas Wings go 3–1 in a four-game week (wins over the Mystics 92–69, Sky 99–89, and Liberty 91–76; loss to the Dream 86–69). They highlight Azzi’s breakout vs New York (rookie three-point record, 24 points) alongside Paige’s 24, and discuss José Fernández’s rotations, Allana Smith’s foul trouble, Arike’s inconsistency (1–11 vs Atlanta), and interest in shooters like Awak Kuier and Naliya Rue, plus frustration over JJ not playing. The Indiana Fever win twice (vs Portland 90–73 with Caitlin Clark out; vs Valkyries 90–82 with Clark returning amid chippy play), cover roster moves, standings, Satou Sabally’s head shave story, and Sparks upsetting the Aces. They play a “Who Am I?” guessing game, preview upcoming matchups, and share swish-list highlights. 00:00 Welcome and Agenda 00:26 CBA Signed Update 00:54 Wings Week Recap 01:33 Azzi and Paige Shine 03:22 Dream Loss and Rotations 05:30 Arike and Odyssey Consistency 11:34 Bench Bigs and JJ Minutes 14:12 Jose Fernandez Debate 16:34 Fever Wins and Caitlin Sits 19:51 Roster Moves and Waivers 22:42 Valkyries Game and Trash Talk 28:02 Myisha Hines-Allen Love 29:34 Standings and Early Season Chaos 31:15 Satou Shaved Head Context 31:53 Sparks Upset Aces 32:28 Cam Brink Trade Rumors 33:22 Salary Cap Trade Math 34:17 Who Am I Game Begins 36:58 Rapid Fire Player Guesses 44:49 Couch Picks Next Games 46:46 Swish List Highlights 47:51 Wrap Up And Where To Follow

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.