Gianna Belcastro

Women's Sports Matter

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Women’s Sports Matter is a podcast that is your one-stop shop for all things women’s sports. We cover all the top women’s leagues in the United States, as well as other women’s sports leagues across the globe. The podcast, hosted by Gianna Belcastro, has interviews with professional athletes, journalists, and other people involved in the women’s sports community. Catch episodes every Tuesday at 10 AM Central Time. Remember to go and support your local women’s sports team! Follow us on Twitter: @WSportsMatterFollow us on Instagram: womenssportsmatterFollow us on TikTok: womenssportsmatterLike u...

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Gianna Belcastro

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Latest episode

Aug 15, 2023

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Episodes

So You Want to Learn About the NWHL... 12.01.2021

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women's Sports Matter podcast! In today's episode, I take a quiz to find out which NWSL team I should root for, the history of the NWHL, and the history of the Isobel Cup. Down below is the link to the quiz and the NWHL's website so you can learn more about this awesome league! Remember to tune into Twitch and NBC for Isobel Cup...

Conversation O’Clock with Dean Linke 07.01.2021

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, I interviewed the voice of the North Carolina Courage and North Carolina FC: Dean Linke. We discuss what it's like to be a broadcaster, young NWSL players to watch out for, and advice for people wanting to pursue a career in broadcasting. I was in an episode of Dean Linke's podcast,...

The Ridiculous Episode Featuring My Sister 05.01.2021

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, things get weird. That’s all I have to say. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter. To submit questions, topics, folks I should interview, and more, send me a DM! Want to message me about coming on the podcast or for suggestions? Email the...

My Wishlist for 2021 31.12.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, I discussed my favorite episode of the year, my favorite moments from 2020, and what I want to see happen in 2021. Reminder to all my Georgia friends to go out and vote on January 5th, 2021. I'm very excited about what the New Year will bring for this podcast. As always, thank you so mu...

Off-Topic Discussion: Branching Out with Zach Bernhard 29.12.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women's Sports Matter Podcast. In today's episode, I'm joined by a former classmate of mine, Zach Bernhard. In this episode, we talk about the election, abortion, gay rights, and religion. As promised, the Trevor Project, links about Margaret Sanger, and the podcast Zach recommended are linked down below. Trevor Project: https:/...

The Athletic Should Know Better 17.12.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women's Sports Matter podcast! In today's episode, I discussed how the Athletic should have known better with their best sports moment of 2020. I also take the time to read through some of the quoted retweets of the Athletics Twitter post. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter. To...

Short Off-seasons Aren't New 15.12.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women's Sports Matter podcast! In today's episode, I talked about why people should stop complaining that NBA players only had 71 days off between last season this upcoming one. In the end, I briefly talk about how local news stations need to do better. If you're in the Chicagoland area, join me in emailing these news stations t...

Conversation O'Clock with Chicago Red Stars Assistant Coach Scott Parkinson 08.12.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, we have a very special guest, Chicago Red Stars assistant coach Scott Parkinson! We talked about what it was like growing up in Liverpool, his journey to coming to America, his dream job, and more! Big shout out to Scott for coming on the pod! You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMp...

"Keyboard Warriors" 03.12.2020

Hello and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter podcast! In today's episode, I talked about how impactful Vanderbilt's decision was on getting Sarah Fuller to kick for them, Kristie Mewis' return to the USWNT, and how "keyboard warriors" are basically little boys hiding behind a screen. Like I mentioned in the episode, here is the link for Play Like A Gir...

And We're Back 24.11.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! It's great to be back honestly. I've missed talking on the podcast, but I had to concentrate on school. Now that I'm almost done with my first semester of college, the pod is back! In today's episode, I discuss how school is going, my thoughts on the election, and what you can expect to happen...

Season 1 Finale 14.08.2020

In today’s episode, I end Season 1 of my pod by doing what I do best, talking about sports. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter. To submit questions, topics, folks I should interview, and more, send me a DM! Want to message me about coming on the podcast or for suggestions? Email the podcast here: womenssportsmatterpodcast@gmail.com. Make sure...

Conversation O'Clock with Chicago Red Stars Player Zoey Goralski 07.08.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today's episode, I interviewed fellow Naperville native Zoey Goralski! We talked about UCLA Soccer, who the most competitive NWSL player is, and her favorite restaurants in Naperville. As Zoey and I talked about in the podcast, please continue to support women's sports as much as possible! You can f...

Conversation O'Clock with Matt Ellentuck 04.08.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today's episode, I had a conversation (from April 2020) with my favorite WNBA writer, Matt Ellentuck. Matt talks about his favorite incoming freshman in college hoops, his pick for Rookie of the Year, and why WNBA Twitter admins bully him. If you're a WNBA fan or want to become one, I put a link dow...

Family 23.07.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today's episode, I talked about family, the best Chicago sports team, and why my grandfather is the BIGGEST Chicago Sky fan. Today's episode is basically a thank you to folks that listen to the pod. Shout out to my fam for always being supportive in everything that I do. As I said in the episode, th...

EA Sports and FIFA are Cowards 20.07.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today's episode, I talked about the real issue with FIFA 21, why game developers should focus more on adding teams instead of Ultimate Team, and me ranting about how more women in sports need to be in video games. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter....

#MLSIsBack, Here's Why It Shouldn't Be 16.07.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today's episode, I talked about why the MLS shouldn't be back, how awesome of a job the NWSL is doing in Utah, and why companies should cover the wages of the folks that are opting out of their season because of coronavirus. If you want to read the Players Tribune article that Elena Delle Donne wrot...

Conversation O'Clock with Olympic Silver Medalist Lyndsey Fry 13.07.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, I had on my very first guest on the podcast, Lyndsey Fry! I talk to the Olympic Silver Medalist about the NWHL, her job with the Arizona Coyotes, and what advice she has for folks that want to work in the sports industry. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram...

The NWSL and the National Anthem 09.07.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode I talked about why the NWSL needs to stop playing the national anthem, why other leagues should follow suit, and why saying the pledge of allegiance is stupid. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter. To submit questions, topics, folks I shou...

Story Time: My Life and Sports 06.07.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, I talked about my experiences on and off the playing field, my struggles with mental health, and what coaches and teachers can do for the folks that look up to them. I appreciate you listening to this episode, this is the very first time I’m being more open about myself on this podcast. Thi...

#AsOne Has Won the Bid 02.07.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, I talked about how Australia and New Zealand secured the bid to host the World Cup, reminiscing about the 2019 World Cup, and who I think will win it in 2023. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter. To submit questions, topics, folks I shou...

Sports Media Can Do Better 29.06.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, I talked about the lack of representation of women’s sports in the sports world, sports leagues that need more attention, and how kitchen comments are just a man’s way of saying he doesn’t know how to make a sandwich. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @wo...

The 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup 10.06.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, I discuss my love for the Red Stars, new NWSL jerseys, my hate for the NC Courage, and how I wish the Challenge Cup would be on TV instead of a subscription service. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter. To submit questions, topics, folks...

Equal Play, Equal Pay? 25.05.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today’s episode, I read my essay from my junior year English class where I talk about the WNBA pay disparity. You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter. To submit questions, topics, folks I should interview, and more, send me a DM! Want to message me about com...

The 2020 WNBA Draft 19.05.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! In today's episode, I talked about how bad the WNBA Draft really was. Count how many times I say disrespectful in this episode lol. I said I would name every draftee that didn’t have their name read at the draft, but I’ll do it if we get 100 retweets on Twitter. Follow the podcast @WSMpodcast. Retweet my p...

Training Camps & Alternate Locations 13.05.2020

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of the Women’s Sports Matter Podcast! Today, I talk about missing sports, training camps, Bundesliga coming back, stupid quarantine protests, and more! You can follow me on Twitter and Facebook @WSMpodcast & Instagram @womenssportsmatter. To submit questions, topics, folks I should interview, and more, send me a DM! Want to message me about co...

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