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Bleav in the W

Bleav in the W

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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.2026 Bleav Basketball
Episodes
  • Olivia Miles is running away with Rookie of the Year | How having the great Lindsay Whalen help her has put her in the orbit of MVP conversations

    Olivia Miles is running away with Rookie of the Year | How having the great Lindsay Whalen help her has put her in the orbit of MVP conversations
    Jun 19 2026

    Olivia Miles has all but locked up the WNBA's Rookie of the Year award by leading the Minnesota Lynx to the top of the standings. The IX Basketball's Terry Horstman joins Tyler Byrum to discuss how Miles' pairing with Lynx assistant coach Lindsay Whalen is leading to this incredible first season.

    We also go back through the past several years of point guards to don a Minnesota jersey, with an update and prediction on when 5x WNBA All-Star Napheesa Collier will return from injury.

    Read Terry's story, "Olivia Miles and Lindsay Whalen: Two point guards in a pod:" https://www.theixsports.com/the-ix-basketball-newsroom/wnba/minnesota-lynx/olivia-miles-and-lindsay-whalen-two-point-guards-in-a-pod/

    Follow Terry Horstman on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/terryhorstman.bsky.social

    Follow Tyler Byrum on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetylerbyrum.bsky.social


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    32 mins
  • WNBA expands schedule to 50 games | The WNBA is now asserting itself but is expansion always a good thing?

    WNBA expands schedule to 50 games | The WNBA is now asserting itself but is expansion always a good thing?
    Jun 17 2026

    The WNBA announced that its schedule will grow from 44 games to 50 games starting in the 2027 season. It marks a massive increase in games, which was 34 in 2019. From TV ratings, to increased television network inventory to conflicts with other women's basketball leagues, we dive into the biggest topics surrounding the move. This includes Tyler Byrum's reservations on why less is more when it comes to sports leagues and their schedules.

    Follow Tyler Byrum on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetylerbyrum.bsky.social


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    21 mins
  • A'ja Wilson scores her 6,000th point | She's the best women's basketball player in the world and she's on track to pass Diana Taurasi as the best ever in more ways than one

    A'ja Wilson scores her 6,000th point | She's the best women's basketball player in the world and she's on track to pass Diana Taurasi as the best ever in more ways than one
    Jun 10 2026

    Las Vegas Aces superstar A’ja Wilson became the fastest player to reach 6,000 career points. There's no more debate; she's the best player in the world right now, and this is another record that proves she's on the path to becoming the best women's basketball player ever.

    In many ways, the 4x MVP has already passed Diana Taurasi. Wilson is on track to achieve it in every way possible.

    Follow Tyler Byrum on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetylerbyrum.bsky.social


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    18 mins
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