The GIST of It Podcast 
The hits keep coming: The latest on Deshaun Watson and more golf drama
On today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz are diving into a story we’ve covered extensively on the pod — the latest surrounding Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who is now facing 24 (and potentially soon to be 26) civil sexual misconduct lawsuits. El and Steph break down the most recent news and look ahead to how the NFL might respond.*
Then after the break, we’re returning to the sports story that dominated headlines last week — the ongoing feud between the PGA and the controversial LIV Golf tour. The U.S. Open tees off today and will feature golfers from both sides of the divide, meaning there’s about to be major drama on the links. Spicy.
*Content warning: Today’s episode does include mention of sexual assault. Please take care while listening.
It’s been a busy stretch in the sports world, so today’s episode of The GIST of It has a little bit of everything. First, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz discuss the future of the NCAA softball Women’s College World Series (WCWS) tournament given recent controversy surrounding the state of Oklahoma’s anti-choice legislation. Will the tourney remain in its famed Oklahoma City–based stadium or is it time for a change in venue?
Then after the break, it’s preview time! The Stanley Cup Final begins tomorrow night, so El and Steph have everything you need to know about this high-powered battle of the elements between the Colorado Avalanche and the two-time defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning. Thanks for tuning in!
Buckle up, because today’s episode of The GIST of It is a doozy. Today marks the start of LIV Golf, a Saudi Arabian–backed event intended to rival the PGA tour. But the event is in the headlines for all the wrong reasons with allegations of sportswashing thanks to Saudi Arabia’s atrocious human rights record. Co-hosts Ellen and Steph will break it all down.
Then after the break, we have a major update to an important story — approximately 90 survivors of sexual abuse by former Team USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar are seeking $1 billion from the FBI for the organization’s failure to intervene.*
*Content warning: Today’s episode does include mention of sexual assault. Please take care while listening.
