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Content warning: Today’s episode contains mention of sexual assault.

Settle in for a quintessential The GIST of It episode. First up, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz sadly have to start with a hockey WTF — a second player filed a lawsuit against the Chicago Blackhawks alleging the team’s former video coach sexually assaulted him during the 2009-10 season. El and Steph dig into the horrific details, and the disturbing pattern in hockey culture.

Then for part two, it’s over to the hardwood for some good vibes. The new NCAA basketball season tipped off yesterday and El and Steph have all the storylines you need to know as the road to March Madness begins. Hoop yeah.

Hello, November!

Let’s race into the new month with two very different stories. First on today’s episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz chat through the latest news that Saudi Arabia will be the likely host of the 2034 FIFA (men’s) World Cup, deepening the sportswashing country’s reach into both the beautiful game, and international sports more broadly.

Then after the break, producer Lauren Tuiskula sits down with a legendary American marathoner, Kathrine Switzer, who in 1967 became the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon. Switzer shares her thoughts on this Sunday’s NYC Marathon, a race she won in 1974, and what running has meant to her and the next generation of women, like Lauren, that she paved the way for. A literal trailblazer.

Happy Halloween!

Today’s episode of The GIST of It is filled with tricks and treats. First up, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz chat through the wild sign-stealing scandal unfolding within the University of Michigan football program. El and Steph detail the allegations, the investigation, and how the team is responding.

Then part two brings the treats: a preview of the WTA Finals, which are currently underway from Cancun, Mexico with tennis’ best serving it up. Happy listening!