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The Bounce Off PodcastCouture, Controversies & Call-OutsP and V are back for a between-season bonus episode because, frankly, there’s just too much happening.
We kick things off with V’s finicky Oilers fandom (P is not letting it slide), then celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a nod to standout Asian athletes... and, naturally, bidets.
Next up: the ultimate sports-fashion crossover. P breaks down the Met Gala with a special shoutout to Lewis Hamilton for centering Black women on one of fashion’s biggest nights.
We also get into the NFL's latest headlines—from White House visits (and snubs) to Saquo...2025-05-2301 minThe Bounce Off PodcastHot Takes from Tokyo, Politics at the Plate, & Golf GossipIt’s a special hiatus episode, and The Bounce Off is still bouncing. V is officially on maternity leave, and P just got back from Japan with stories to tell—starting with her firsthand account of the MLB Tokyo Series, Ohtani mania, merch madness, and a personal quest for the perfect cap.
P breaks down the cultural curveballs of attending a pro baseball game in Japan and weighs in on the Dodgers’ recent White House visit. (Spoiler: we’ve got notes, and the Dodgers should probably listen.)
We then tee off into the world of golf: Ti...2025-04-2351 minThe Bounce Off PodcastWhite House Woes, WNBA in the North, and Maternity MovesP and V are here to ask the big questions: Should White House invitations still be a thing for sports champions? Will political drama mess with next year’s FIFA World Cup? And is Serena Williams’ WNBA expansion to Canada just a genius business move—or also some lowkey trolling of Drake?
Meanwhile, P is fired up about the LA Dodgers getting a docuseries (sorry, Yankees fans), and we break down how sports leagues are stepping up on maternity leave—but is there a catch? Plus, if you’ve been keeping track, it’s time to make a Bounce Off...2025-03-1058 minThe Bounce Off Podcast4 Nations Fallout, Full Swing Flop, and Fan Identity CrisisIn this episode, P and V kick things off with a hot tip—listen closely to The Bounce Off, and you might just win some cash (hint: steeplechase fans, this one’s for you).
P shares her formula for what makes a sports documentary actually good—and explains why Full Swing completely misses the mark. Speaking of golf, we both agree it’s time for the PGA Tour to rethink its whole brand if they want to survive.
We also finally wade into the drama of the 4 Nations Face Off final and the controversies it stirred...2025-03-031h 11The Bounce Off PodcastAnthems, Athlete Safety, & NBA SOSIn this episode, P and V dive into the Four Nations Face Off, including V’s PSA to all Americans wondering why Canadians are booing the U.S. national anthem. We also break down the list of 2024’s top-paid professional athletes—who’s worth the paycheck, and who’s just coasting?
Then, we tackle a critical issue in women’s sports: athlete safety. What’s being done, and what actually needs to change to protect female athletes?
As part of our fan mini-series, we’re joined by writer, podcaster, and NBA superfan Tod Goldberg. He gives us his unf...2025-02-241h 24The Bounce Off PodcastHalftime Hype, Philly Fails, and Tiger TroubleIn this episode, P and V break down the Super Bowl—just not the game itself. Instead, we explore the bigger questions: Was there censorship at play? Who is the halftime show really for? And why aren’t we giving performance coaches the love they deserve?
V calls out Philly fans (and honestly, many North American sports fans) for their chaotic celebrations. P’s phone is now fully convinced she’s Canadian, which is perfect timing as we’re already giving the 4 Nations Face Off a gold medal over the NHL’s traditional All-Star format.
Meanwhile, T...2025-02-181h 15The Bounce Off PodcastTrades, Trials, and Toxic TiesWe start with a new weekly tracker - is P watching sports again?! V and P break down the massive NBA trade of the week, putting on their business strategy hats to analyze the moves. Meanwhile, national anthems at sporting events have somehow entered the ongoing "trade war" between the U.S. and Canada—will anyone think of the children?!
We also dive into the Super Bowl’s ongoing knack for reminding us just how problematic the NFL can be. P and V get personal, sharing their past breakups (and reluctant reconciliations) with the league.
Else...2025-02-1056 minThe Bounce Off PodcastSuper Bowls, Super Fails, and Super OverhaulsP and V break down everything you need to know about the Super Bowl—including how to engage if you give zero f*cks. V makes her case for why P should cheer on the Eagles, and we ask the real question: Can Kendrick Lamar actually follow up Beyoncé Bowl?
Things take a serious turn as we react in real-time to the tragic plane crash in DC involving figure skaters—turns out, we can’t make sense of it either. P also explores how politics might shape immigration policies ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
And if...2025-02-031h 03The Bounce Off PodcastSmoke, Swings, and So Long, JanuaryIn this episode, P and V tackle a tough January, starting with the devastating impact of the LA wildfires and how sports fandom provides a unique escape during challenging times. P and V also dive into their different approaches to engaging with sports—do you read every stat to escape, or do you just barely watch the highlights?
V shares her surprising enthusiasm for TGL’s fresh take on golf (spoiler: it’s all about Tiger Woods for her), while P delivers a spicy update on Yankees fans’ behavior that only adds fuel to the "are they the wors...2025-01-271h 02The Bounce Off PodcastBig Deals & Bigger Feels: Wrapping Up the 2024 Sports YearIn this episode, P and V wrap up the 2024 sports year with a deep dive into the biggest money moves of the year and the growing influence of finances in women’s sports—including the rise of gambling. We explore the exciting new energy fueling the WNBA, relive the breakout (and broke down) moments of the Paris Olympics, and tackle a wild new debate about animals in sports.
V sets up our Bounce Off holiday guide and shares her must-watch picks for the holiday break, while the hosts reflect on the millennial generation’s complicated relationship with nostal...2024-12-171h 05The Bounce Off PodcastCharged Emotions: A Tale of Two Cities and One TeamIn this episode, V introduces Berto, her husband and lifelong Chargers fan, as we continue our fan series. Berto takes us through the emotional journey of the Chargers’ move from San Diego to LA, exploring the ripple effects of a team’s relocation on its community and how the NFL’s business decisions often clash with fan loyalty.
We also dive into pressing issues in sports today: V highlights the lack of research behind injuries and rehabilitation in women’s sports, and we bring you a Bounce Off first—a fan guide to the PWHL. Meanwhile, we begrudging...2024-12-0900 minThe Bounce Off PodcastWhat’s the Deal with College Sports? NIL and Game-Changing DramaIn this episode, P introduces Dan, her husband and the spark behind her lifelong sports obsession, as we continue our fan series. Dan dives into the evolving world of college sports, including NCAA football, and unpacks how the “transfer portal” and NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) rules are rewriting the playbook for players, colleges, and fans alike.
We also explore the growing wave of female motorsports fans and why P’s love for racing is part of this trend, celebrate the launch of an exciting new track and field league, and hear V reflect on how a legend...2024-12-021h 15The Bounce Off PodcastBehind the Buzzer: Staying Well and Rising Above the NoiseIn this episode, P lays down the unspoken rules of trolling, and we dish out a hot take on the Tyson vs. Paul fight that you won’t find anywhere else. We also tackle how climate change is reshaping sports and dig into V’s latest gem: a surprising research study about young girls and the state of sports.
Joining us is Dr. Ronald Kimmons, Vice President of Player Wellness for the Utah Jazz (NBA), to talk about what it takes for players to hit peak performance, the dark motivators that drive them, and how social media and...2024-11-251h 13The Bounce Off PodcastA Special 1-on-1 Matchup: Legends, Laughs, & How to Build the Ultimate Fan ClubIn this special episode, P and V share some 1-on-1 time, diving into:
The staggering paycheck Carrie Underwood gets for the Sunday Night Football theme.
Christine Sinclair’s emotional retirement and Lindsay Vonn coming out of retirement because she can, dammit.
Incredible female athletes in their 40s proving age is just a number.
Giving props to Detroit and their fanbase.
V’s ultimate breakdown: CFL and the Grey Cup vs. NFL and the Super Bowl.
WNBA coaching turnover and creative ideas for making sports spaces more welcoming for female fans.
We wrap it all up with our week...2024-11-181h 09The Bounce Off PodcastMascot Mania: Big Leagues & Ballpark DreamsIn this episode, P retracts a previous Yankees claim, V unpacks the Raygun controversy (one last time), and we discuss the excitement around two new women’s pro sports leagues. We also explore toxic masculinity and homophobia in male sports, sparked by the latest Jason Kelce drama, and consider how recent U.S. election results might shape sports in the future.
In the second episode of our fan mini-series, we’re joined by writer, comedian, and baseball superfan Ali Liebegott to share dreams of becoming a Major League mascot, the lengths fans go to get close to the...2024-11-111h 08The Bounce Off PodcastPassion, Fandom, & Feuds: A Superfan’s Guide to Women’s SoccerP and V gush about the Dodgers (Fernando Valenzuela, Dave Roberts, Freddie Freeman) and break down their World Series win. Then, they gush some more (Kiké Hernandez).
In the first episode of our fan mini-series, soccer expert and superfan, Ash Schwedt, joins the podcast to discuss soccer dramz and aligning sports fandom with personal values.
We wrap, as always, with a debrief and our current obsessions.
Watch the video and bonus clips on: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBounceOffPodcast
Music credit:
https://www.instagram.com/jesse_judies/
2024-11-041h 12The Bounce Off PodcastBrains, Birdies, & Bold Women with Dr. Mat ParkP and V bounce off about sports fan couple goals, more love for Rafael Nadal and what he's done to elevate women in tennis, Frances Tiafoe and tennis etiquette, and who V should root for this week: Dodgers or Yankees.
Sports psychologist Dr. Mat Park joins to discuss the mindset of a successful golfer, gender representation in the professional world, and how to make golf exciting again.
We wrap, as always, with a debrief and our current obsessions.
Watch the video and bonus clips on: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBounceOffPodcast
Music...2024-10-281h 16The Bounce Off PodcastSkating, Fame, & Teenage Hormones with Patrick ChanThe Inaugural Episode of The Bounce Off!
Pallavi & Vaneeta discuss the relevance of the Tournament of Roses, the groundbreaking new NHL assistant coach, hockey goalie deals, and the chilling sports connection to the Menendez Brothers story (and not the one you think).
We chat with legendary figure skater Patrick Chan about growing up male in a mostly female sport, what mainstream sports can do to win over the figure skating audience, and how he got set up for life as a retired athlete. Vaneeta spills the tea on her blind date with Patrick, while Pallavi...2024-10-211h 15The Bounce Off PodcastWelcome to The Bounce OffThe Bounce Off was born in a Lyft in Vegas when our driver (if this was you in the white Tesla, thank you!) listened to our absurd but entertaining conversation and said: "You girls are so fun to listen to. You bounce off each other really well."
The Bounce Off Podcast is a fun chat between two Brown girls, Vaneeta and Pallavi, plus amazing guests, about thrilling moments in sports.
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