The Side Out Society Podcast

The Side Out Society is your front-row seat to the culture, stories, and personalities of women’s volleyball — from NCAA powerhouses to the pros and Team USA. Hosted by Tiffany Oshinsky and Lindsay Harwood, we cover the matches, moments, and behind-the-scenes vibes every fan (and volley-curious newcomer) needs to know. Whether you’re here for the big plays, the inside stories, or the community, welcome to the coolest club in volleyball.

The Side Out Society Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Side Out Society, with 53 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Side Out Society hosts The Side Out Society Podcast, a sports show with 53 episodes published.

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  Episode #53

  Ep 48: Kenna Wollard: Purdue’s Breakout Power, Purpose & Future Smile Maker

  Aug 12, 202635 min

  How does a former competitive swimmer from Illinois become one of the most lethal attackers in college volleyball? Purdue AVCA All-American Kenna Wollard sits down with Side Out Society to discuss building confidence under pressure, playing for Dave Shondell, and why this year's Boilermaker squad is hungrier than ever. From house family dinners and roommate dynamics to her secret tumbling talents and reality TV guilty pleasures, Kenna shares what keeps her grounded on and off the pin. Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sideoutsociety Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sideoutsociety

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  Episode #52

  Ep 47: Tatum Thomas: National Champion, Locker Room Magic, and ESPN Life

  Aug 5, 202644 min

  What does it take to pull off one of the most electric NCAA Tournament runs in volleyball history? Fresh off winning a National Championship with Texas A&M, libero Tatum Thomas sits down with Tiff and Lindsay to talk about that amazing run and reveal what really happened behind the scenes during that legendary upset over Nebraska, including a dig kill for the ages and floor-shaking pressure. Tatum shares the mental routine that keeps her calm in high-stakes moments, the secrets behind her family's competitive sports legacy, and how she transitioned from national champion to her new gig at ESPN. Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sideoutsociety Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sideoutsociety

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  Episode #51

  Ep 46: Sam Erger: On Being Chalant, the Ultimate Mom Multitasker, Raising the Bar to make Roster Magic

  Jul 29, 202645 min

  What does it take to transform a program into a national powerhouse in record time? In our very first interview with a college head coach, SMU’s Sam Erger joins Tiff and Lindsay to break down her rise through the coaching ranks, her "full throttle" approach to roster-building, and how she balances high-stakes ACC volleyball while raising three young kids. Plus, Sam opens up about carrying on her family’s coaching legacy, what SMU looks for in top recruits, and her take on SMU’s massive upcoming showcase events. Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sideoutsociety Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sideoutsociety

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  Episode #50

  Ep 45: Brooklyn DeLeye: Multi-Sport Roots, Championship Hunger, Family Bonds, and Kentucky’s Next Run

  Jul 22, 202654 min

  With just 30 days standing between us and the start of the 2026 college volleyball season, Tiff and Lindsay reunite to sit down with one of the most explosive, dominant forces in the sport: Kentucky outside hitter Brooklyn DeLeye! Brooklyn opens up about the Wildcats' unbelievable, globe-trotting non-conference slate, from kicking off at the AVCA First Serve in Milwaukee to making history outdoors at Wrigley Field (and her hilarious fears about playing in the Chicago elements) before jet-setting to the Bahamas. She takes us behind the scenes of Head Coach Craig Skinner’s wild group chats, reflects on how her multi-sport background built her elite athleticism, and shares the deep family bonds that drive her. Plus, Brooklyn reveals her quirky pre-game whiteboard ritual, her go-to pre-match comfort food, and her ultimate travel bucket list in a hilarious, rapid-fire Side Out Sprint! Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sideoutsociety Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sideoutsociety

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  Episode #49

  Ep 44: The Great Roster Migration—LOVB’s 2027 Roster Drop, MLV Defections, and VNL Finals Hype

  Jul 15, 202617 min

  Tiff is out this week, so Lindsay is taking the mic solo for a massive, jam-packed breakdown of the biggest pro volleyball shakeups of the summer! First up, Lindsay breaks down Team USA's absolutely electric performance at the VNLs, including an unforgettable, dominant sweep that locked up the top seed heading into the quarterfinals. But the real chaos is happening off the court. LOVB just dropped their highly anticipated 2027 team rosters, and the shakeups are real. From a legendary superstar coming out of retirement to a massive wave of big-name player defections between leagues, Lindsay debates which franchise just built the ultimate super-team and who won the free agency wars. Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sideoutsociety Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sideoutsociety

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