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Double Drivel

Double Drivel

By: Double Drivel
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Summary

Double Drivel is a mother–daughter podcast about the WNBA, basketball fandom, and watching the game together across generations.


We’re fans, not experts. One of us likes patterns, context, and the occasional stat. The other goes by vibes, highlights, and how the game feels. Together, we talk WNBA hoops from the couch — what we’re noticing, what we’re learning, and what keeps us coming back.


This isn’t a show for hot takes or gatekeeping. It’s a space for thoughtful, curious conversations about women’s basketball, made for longtime fans and people just finding the league.


No experts.


No gatekeeping.


Just hoops.

© 2026 Double Drivel
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Episodes
  • EPISODE TWO - Gaga or Bonkers? An Opening Weekend Recap
    May 13 2026

    Opening Weekend Reactions, New-Fan Q&A, and Early WNBA Stats

    Sylvia and Madeleine recap Double Drivel’s opening-weekend WNBA coverage, beginning with a correction that Kelsey Mitchell finished fifth (not fourth) in MVP voting. They discuss the Wings’ 107–104 win over the Fever, noting standout scoring from Arike Ogunbowale (22), Paige and Odyssey Sims (20 each), limited minutes for the No. 1 pick (18, 3 points), and minimal use of Li Yuru; they also critique Indiana’s defense and Caitlin Clark’s inefficient shooting, five turnovers (three offensive fouls), and a milestone as the fastest to 1,000 points/250 rebounds/250 assists (54 games). They briefly survey other weekend results, highlight Olivia Miles’ strong rookie line, and launch “Open Gym” to answer new-fan questions about player-only fandom, skipping games, and why watch the WNBA. In “Open Book,” Sylvia reviews early minutes leaders, shot attempts, turnovers, and a notable rise in foul calls (22 per team vs. 17.5 in 2025). They share upcoming “Couch Picks,” celebrate feeling better about the Wings and publishing their first episode, and invite listener emails and follows.

    00:00 Welcome to Double Drivel

    00:56 Quick Corrections and Word Swap

    01:43 Weekend Games Overview

    02:06 Wings vs Fever Breakdown

    07:44 Fever Takeaways and Caitlin Notes

    11:54 Other Weekend Highlights

    13:38 Open Gym New Fan Questions

    18:18 Open Book Early Stats

    19:26 Minutes and Coach Trust

    23:10 Shot Attempts and Usage

    25:53 Turnovers and Whistle Trends

    27:02 Fouls Up Leaguewide

    31:37 Couch Picks This Week

    32:40 Swish List and Wrap Up




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    34 mins
  • EPISODE 1 - Why Double Drivel?
    May 9 2026

    Sylvia and her 14-year-old daughter, Madeleine, introduce “Double Drivel,” a mother-daughter WNBA podcast for longtime and new fans that avoids gatekeeping, isn’t expert analysis, and rejects hate while prioritizing accuracy.

    They explain the name as a play on “double dribble” and “drivel,” while respecting the league’s history and growth. Sylvia traces her basketball fandom from Iowa men’s teams in the late ’80s to the WNBA via Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever; Madeleine became a Dallas Wings fan through Paige Bueckers.

    Living in San Diego, they attend Sparks games and plan trips to Portland and Indianapolis to see the Wings and the Fever this season. They discuss offseason moves (Fever re-signing Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston extension, adding Mo Billings and drafting Raven Johnson; Wings additions including Alanna Smith and Jessica Shepard) and other team changes, offer early finals picks, share what they’re excited for, and end with a positive “Swish List” segment.

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    21 mins
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