Annie Costabile, Senior Women’s Basketball Writer at The Athletic, joins Cari and Jemele for a conversation about the WNBA’s current challenges and successes. Annie discusses the league's role as an advocacy-driven space, the pressures of increased visibility, and the complexities of race and coverage in women's sports. They touch on the culture wars surrounding the WNBA, the importance of local journalism, and how players and reporters navigate criticism and public scrutiny. Plus, Annie shares what she’s working on.

<p>Annie Costabile, Senior Women&rsquo;s Basketball Writer at The Athletic, joins Cari and Jemele for a conversation about the WNBA&rsquo;s current challenges and successes. Annie discusses the league's role as an advocacy-driven space, the pressures of increased visibility, and the complexities of race and coverage in women's sports. They touch on the culture wars surrounding the WNBA, the importance of local journalism, and how players and reporters navigate criticism and public scrutiny. Plus, Annie shares what she&rsquo;s working on.</p>

Former ESPN hosts and best friends Cari Champion and Jemele Hill debate the buzziest topics of the day in women’s sports, culture and beyond, three days a week. A home for all the drama behind the headlines, this show comes with no filters, and lots of laughs.

<p>Former ESPN hosts and best friends&nbsp;Cari&nbsp;Champion and&nbsp;Jemele&nbsp;Hill debate the buzziest topics of the day in women&rsquo;s sports, culture and beyond, three days a week. A home for all the drama behind the headlines, this show comes with no filters, and lots of laughs.</p>

Flagrant and Funny with Cari Champion and Jemele Hill

The Challenges and Triumphs of the WNBA with Annie Costabile

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