Bleav in the W

Bleav in The W with Tyler Byrum is your go-to podcast for comprehensive coverage of the WNBA and the rapidly growing world of women’s sports. From breaking news and game analysis to player storylines and league trends, Tyler Byrum brings informed, engaging takes on everything happening across the W. Each episode dives into WNBA matchups, team performances, standout players, and key moments shaping the season — while also spotlighting the broader impact of women’s basketball and the continued rise of women’s sports at every level. Whether you’re following stars like A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Caitlin Clark, or tracking your favorite WNBA team, Bleav in The W delivers consistent, insightful coverage for dedicated fans and new listeners alike.

Bleav in the W is a sports podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 45 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Bleav in the W, a sports show with 45 episodes published.

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  Episode #43

  Top-seeded Lynx are eliminated and A'ja Wilson gets into it with a fan | Recapping Tuesday's WNBA playoff action with Sabreena Merchant

  Sep 29, 202641 min

  Tuesday's WNBA Playoff action was a far cry from what transpired on Saturday. Caitlin Clark led the Indiana Fever to a strong win over the Aces to force a Game 3, while the eighth-seeded New York Liberty stunned the No. 1 seed Minnesota Lynx in a sweep. The Athletic's Sabreena Merchant joined Bleav in the W to recap the action. Top storylines we discuss include how the Minnesota-New York matchup was more about it being a bad matchup than a declaration on either team; Napheesa Collier's future in Minnesota; the Liberty gearing up for a deep run; the good Caitlin Clark showed up; A'ja Wilson held without a shot in a quarter; Wilson's interaction with a Fever fan; and previewing Wednesday's action as the first round continues. Read Sabreena Merchant's stories on The Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/sabreena-merchant/ Follow Sabreena Merchant on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sabreenajm.bsky.social Follow Tyler Byrum on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetylerbyrum.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #42

  A series of blowouts to start the WNBA Playoffs | Recapping Super Sunday with Rob Knox

  Sep 27, 202640 min

  A stunner in New York, a masterclass from A'ja Wilson, a fun battle in Atlanta and a dominant Valkyries performance all highlighted the first day of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs. The IX Sports' Rob Knox joined Bleav in the W's Tyler Byrum to discuss the storylines from the first day. Answering questions from is New York a legitimate championship contender? to Can the Indiana Fever win a title with Caitlin Clark's current brand of basketball? to our picks for the remainder of the first round. Follow Rob Knox on X/Twitter: https://x.com/knoxrob1 Follow Rob Knox on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/knoxrob1.bsky.social Follow Tyler Byrum on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetylerbyrum.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #41

  What to watch for in the final week of the WNBA regular season | Playoff seeding is on the line

  Sep 22, 202621 min

  From the Minnesota Lynx and Indiana Fever's two-game set to a critical matchup between the Atlanta Dream and New York Liberty, there are plenty of games of consequence in the final week of the WNBA's regular season. Every seed is on the line with just three days left in the regular season. Tyler Byrum breaks down all the implications and scenarios. He also projects the 2026 WNBA Playoff seeding and previews the potential matchups from there. Follow Tyler Byrum on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetylerbyrum.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #40

  How good can the Mystics be in the WNBA Playoffs? | Playoff prognostications with Jenn Hatfield

  Sep 18, 202653 min

  The Washington Mystics have been one of the more pleasant surprises of the 2026 WNBA season. Will they continue to be a surprise in the WNBA Playoffs? Bleav in the W's Tyler Byrum and the IX Sports' Jenn Hatfield answer some of the most burning questions surrounding the Mystics as they begin to make their playoff push. From how the Mystics got to the postseason on the backs of Shakira Austin and Sonia Citron to figuring out what to do with Georgia Amoore, Tyler and Jenn discuss just how far this team can go in October. Follow Jenn Hatfield on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jennhatfield.bsky.social Follow Tyler Byrum on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetylerbyrum.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #39

  Who gets to add DeWanna Bonner? Future Hall-of-famer agrees to buyout with Phoenix Mercury

  Aug 24, 202618 min

  Two-time WNBA champion and 17-year veteran DeWanna Bonner was waived after she and the Phoenix Mercury agreed to a buyout of her contract. The move comes after the Mercury were eliminated from the postseason and will allow the 39-year-old to pursue another championship in what could be her last WNBA Playoffs. Who are the frontrunners for Bonner and which teams does she make sense for if she clears waivers? Statements from Phoenix general manager and DeWanna Bonner: https://x.com/PhoenixMercury/status/2091927699594051804 Follow Tyler Byrum on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetylerbyrum.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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