Herlights serves up the coverage women’s sports deserve—from a fresh, laugh-out-loud voice. Host Erin Foley, a stand-up comic and lifelong sports fanatic, tackles everything women’s sports—from hot takes on top stories, to Xs and Os of games, to interviews with trailblazers. Her infectious energy and inspired rants fuel this entertaining weekly show about the fastest-growing (yet under-covered) area of sports.
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EP 289: Former Tennis Pro & USTA President Katrina Adams
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Katrina Adams has done it all in the world of tennis - player, coach, commentator, former CEO and President of the USTA (the first black woman and youngest person ever to hold the position), Chair of the ITF Fed Cup and Executive Director of the Harlem Junior Tennis Education Center. She's the author of the book "Own the Arena" a behind-the-scenes …
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EP 288: Herlights LIVE in Seattle with Coach Laura Harvey & Haley Kopmeyer
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Reign FC Head Coach Laura Harvey and former NWSL goalie Haley Kopmeyer join host Erin Foley onstage in Seattle at Rough & Tumble Women's Sports Bar for the first live episode! Drinks were served and women's sports were celebrated. The perfect kick-off to a five city tour. Foley, Harvey and Kop discuss the changes the NWSL's new CBA will bring to th…
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EP 287: A Bar of Their Own's Jillian Hiscock
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Jillian Hiscock is the owner of A Bar of Their Own — Minneapolis' go to spot for women's sports. Jillian combined her passion for women's sports and her skills as a community organzer to create an inclusive, welcoming spot to watch all the big games. Walk in, grab a seat and get ready to watch ALL WOMEN'S SPORTS — ALL THE TIME. Game. Set. Match. We…
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EP 286: Stand-Up Comic Kaycee Conlee
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Kaycee Conlee (The Tonight Show) and host Erin Foley celebrate one of the greatest times of the year — the WNBA Playoffs! The semifinals are in full swing with the NY Liberty and CT Sun grabbing game one. Foley and Conlee recap Stewy's big night, Plum vs Spike Lee, Mabrey's three-point party and the nerdy excitement for game two adjustments. Also, …
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EP 285: Stand-Up Comic & Actor Cameron Esposito
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Cameron Esposito (ABC's A Million Little Things, Queery) and host Erin Foley plunge into the world of swmming. We discuss Cameron's early days of captaining her high school swim team to becoming a competitive open ocean swimmer. Foley and Esposito also highlight the Olympians - Ledecky, Huske and Walsh as well as icons from past games. And of cours…
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Lesley Feldman is a former UCLA softball national champion, lawyer and co-founder of the Players Collxctive, a management agency focusing on female athletes. She specializes in contract negotiation, athlete brand management, business strategy, and helping brands navigate the women’s sport industry. She provides a unique view of the business side of…
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EP 283: Emmy Nominated Writer/Performer Shantira Jackson
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Shantira Jackson (Big Mouth, The Amber Ruffin Show) and host Erin Foley discuss the WNBA groundbreaking documentary Power of the Dream - the empowering and unlikely true story of how a group of professional women's basketball players took on a WNBA team owner and rallied behind now — Senator Raphael Warnock, forever changing the landscape of their …
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EP 282: Women's Sports Bar Owner Jen Barnes
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Jen Barnes is the owner of Rough & Tumble - Seattle's pub for women's sports. Jen is a life-long athlete, superfan, entrepreneur and tireless champion of women on and off the field. Barnes created a magical hub for women's sports, described as the most intimate stadium experience Seattle has to offer: cold beer within reach, a full menu that knows …
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EP 281: Former Pro Cyclist and Author Kathryn Bertine
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Kathryn Bertine is a retired pro cyclist, author, activist and documentary filmmaker. During her pro career in cycling, she was a three-time Caribbean Champion, six-time national champion of St. Kitts and Nevis (SKN) and raced five years on pro circuit. Off the bike, Bertine is a filmmaker, activist and author of four nonfiction books. As an advoca…
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EP 280: Former USWNT Goalkeeper Saskia Webber
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Saskia Webber - NCAA All-American, Olympian, '99er, ACFC Investor and NWSL analyst - there isn't anything she hasn't accomplished in the soccer world. Her amazing career has helped paved the way for generations of USWNT players. We discuss the gold medal game against Brazil, Emma Hayes' special sauce, what it takes to be a success in goal, coaching…
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EP 279: Sirius XM Sports Reporter Michelle Beadle
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Michelle Beadle has done it all in the world of sports reporting — from bull riding to basketball and everything in between. She not only survived but thrived in a male dominated arena. She's co-hosted ESPN's SportsNation, SportsCenter, Get Up and NBA Countdown. You can listen to her talk sports on Sirius XM's "Beadle & Decker" every day from 12-3p…
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EP 278: Olympic GOATS with Stand-Up Comic & TV Host Trish Suhr
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Host Erin Foley welcomes stand-up comic and host of A&E's Find My Country House, Trish Suhr! We're back covering the Olympics - all things Simone Biles & Gymnastics, the epic Women's Rugby Sevens bronze medal match, USWNT vs Japan, Sha'Carri Richardson, Katie Ledecky and of course, the nails. Plus, the feel good moment of the week! Watch on Youtube…
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EP 277: Hashtag Not My Drone with Stand-up Comic Bridget McManus
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Host Erin Foley welcomes comic-writer-drone specialist Bridget McManus! We're covering the Olympics this week - hot takes on the Opening Ceremony, the Canadian Women's Soccer drone scandal, USWNT games against Zambia and Germany, Rugby, Women's Diving, Swimming and also...aliens. The podcast went off the rails so buckle up Herlighters. Plus, the fe…
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Host Erin Foley recaps her epic roadtrip to Phoenix, AZ for the WNBA All-Star Weekend. From Allisha Gray's skills challenge and 3-point contest victories to the WNBA All-Star's win over Team USA, Foley brings you all the inside scoop. Arike, Clarke, Reese, Wilson, Taurasi - it was 116 degrees on and off the court. Plus, the feel good moment of the …
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EP 275: The World Cup You Never Heard Of with Comedian Dana Goldberg
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Dana Goldberg, comedian and co-host of The Daily Beans podcast, joins host Erin Foley in the studio to discuss COPA 71 — an incredible documentary about the unofficial 1971 Women's World Cup in Mexico, a moment virtually erased from the history of soccer. Filmmakers Rachel Ramsay and James Erskine use player interviews and archival footage to share…
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EP 274: A Fun Hang with Sports Journalist Sarah Spain
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Sarah Spain is a rockstar. She's an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning sports journalist for the last two decades, with a dozen-plus years at ESPN, working as a radio and podcast host, television personality, producer and writer. Spain is on the Gatorade Women's Advisory Board and was formerly a minority owner of the Chicago Red Stars of the National W…
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EP 273: Tossing the Candy with UCLA Softball Coach Kirk Walker
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Host Erin Foley welcomes UCLA Softball Associate Head Coach Kirk Walker! Kirk has helped guide UCLA to seven NCAA Championships and 17 Women's College World Series appearances. We talk about his coaching career, the state of softball and the incredible legacy of being the first openly gay Division I NCAA coach. Plus, the feel good moment of the wee…
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Host Erin Foley recaps the week's biggest stories in women's sports. USWNT Olympic roster picks, Head Coach Casey Stoney out at San Diego, WNBA Commissioner's Cup, WNBA upsets, USA Gymnastics injuries and the NY Liberty mascot Ellie the Elephant. Enjoy! Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Herlights Email the show: erin@herlights.com Erin Fol…
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EP 271: All Things WNBA with National Sports Writer Lyndsey D'Arcangelo
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Award-winning author and journalist Lyndsey D'Arcangelo joins host Erin Foley in the studio to talk all things WNBA. We hit all the hot topics — Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, USA Basketball Olympic Roster, Highlights and Lowlights of the '24 season as well as predictions for the Finals. Plus, the feel good moment of the week! Enjoy! Watch on Youtube:…
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EP 270: The Dream Sequence with Football Icon Dr. Jen Welter
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Host Erin Foley welcomes football icon Dr. Jen Welter to the show. Welter is the first woman to coach in the NFL and play in a men's professional football league. She's a two-time gold medalist for the Women's US Tackle National Team, earning a PHD in psychology along the way. We spoke about her journey in football and the opportunities she helped …
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EP 269: Making the Cut with USWNT legend Tish Venturini Hoch
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Hall of Fame soccer player Tish Venturini Hoch joins host Erin Foley in the studio. We cover the USWNT's games against South Korea, Coach Emma Hayes' Olympic roster decisions, Tish's investment in ACFC and taking home gold in the '96 games. Plus, the feel good moment of the week includes Tish, Kristine Lilly and Mia Hamm! Enjoy! Watch on Youtube: h…
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Host Erin Foley welcomes ESPN journalist Alyssa Roenigk, who heads to Paris next month to cover the Olympics. Our conversation provides insights into the world of Olympic coverage and the challenges faced by journalists. We also do a deep dive on USA gymnastics, the inclusion of new sports, and the excitement for upcoming events like surfing and sk…
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Host Erin Foley relays all the fun stories from attending the ACFC/San Diego Wave soccer match, along with being one of the 19K fans at the LA Sparks/Indiana Fever basketball game. Plus, a deep dive into NCAA Softball – the WCWS is finally here! Foley ends the episode with the feel-good moment of the week, inspired by a women’s sports bar in Minnea…
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Host Erin Foley and guest Shelagh Ratner (NBC's Last Comic Standing) discuss the new ESPN four-part documentary series Full Court Press, featuring basketball superstars Caitlin Clark, Kamilla Cardoso, and Kiki Rice. Foley and Ratner highlight the show's balance between on-court performances and off-court struggles, and the impact it has in creating…
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EP 264: Women's Sports Are Having A MOVEMENT
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Host Erin Foley discusses the impact of Caitlin Clark while celebrating the historical moments and individuals that have contributed to the growth of women's sports. Plus five WNBA storylines heading into the 2024 season, NWSL coverage and the feel good moment of the week. Enjoy! 1:03 Women's sports are having a moment 7:00 Five WNBA storylines 20:…
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Trish Suhr joins me in the virtual booth to talk sports, life and the life of sports in 2020. Bubbles, empty seats, new relationships, senior communities and a championship for Trish's Dodgers. This episode has it all! Happy Holidays! #ladypower Erin Foley: IG @erinkfoley, Twitter @erinfoleycomic Trish Suhr: IG @TrishSuhr www.sportswithoutballs.com…
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SWB EP 262: NASCAR Reporter Kelly Crandall
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Kelly Crandall, NASCAR beat reporter, joins me in the studio! Whether you enjoy NASCAR or don't know much about it (like myself)this episode is a winner. Crandall talks event coverage, car vs driver, the role of women on and off the track and re-opening on May 17th. Enjoy! #ladypower Erin Foley: IG @erinkfoley, Twitter @erinfoleycomic Kelly Crandal…
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#261: Graham Elwood aka Mr. WNBA joins me in the studio! After a brief hiatus, SWB is back and we're talking all things WNBA. 2020 draft highlights, players on the move, season predictions and Foley's pitch to get these amazing athletes back on the court. Enjoy! #wnba #ladypower Instagram @erinkfoley, Twitter @erinfoleycomic www.sportswithoutballs.…
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SWB EP 260: Matthew Temple & Jewel Greenberg: Documentary Filmmakers highlight Women's Professional Baseball
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#260: For the record, women play professional baseball! I was so excited to talk to Matthew & Jewel about their documentary - Hardball: The Girls of Summer. The film follows the top female baseball players, all members of the globally ranked US National Team, highlighting their fight for equality, recognition, and acceptance in a sport that continu…
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Sue Wicks, WNBA All-Star & HOF, joins me in the studio. Wicks dominated on every court - from Rutgers University to European Leagues to the New York Liberty. She's a Hall of Famer, a gay icon and now an oyster farmer in Long Island! Her stories are epic. Grab a beer and hit play - you're going to love this one. #ladypower To see a video of the podc…
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Alyssa Roenigk, ESPN Senior Writer, joins me in the studio! For the past 16 years Alyssa has covered the Olympics, X Games, Tennis Grand Slams and everything in between. We talk about her writing process from pitch to paper, life on the road, the coverage for women's sports and our mutual love for Ace Ventura: Pet Detective! She's the best. Enjoy! …
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Ruth Harker is a trailblazer in Women's Soccer, playing on the first USWNT in 1985, which led to the inaugural Women's World Cup in 1991. She's a member of the UMSL Soccer Hall of Fame and will be inducted into the St Louis Soccer HOF this fall. She's a goalkeeper. She's a badass. She's a pioneer. Enjoy! For more SWB, go to www.patreon.com/sportswi…
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Meghan Klingenberg, 2015 World Cup Champ & 2017 NWSL Champ, joins me in the studio! We talk Portland Thorns, USWNT, her love of Pittsburgh, our appreciation for Jeff Van Gundy and her new lifestyle brand RE-INC. She's truly one of my favorites on and off the pitch. Enjoy! For more SWB, go to https://www.patreon.com/sportswithoutballs Instagram @eri…
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Serena DeJesus, the Southpaw Outlaw, joins me in the studio to talk all things MMA. Serena walks me through the dynamics of MMA - Grappling, Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu - her skill set is unreal - and how the sport has helped her battle autism. Her story in and out of the octagon is incredibly inspiring! Lady Power! For more SWB, go to patreon.com/sportswith…
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SWB EP 254: Live from Portland w/ Jen Kober & Caitlin Murray
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Caitlin Murray, sportswriter and author of the book "The National Team" and stand-up comic Jen Kober (Netflix, The Purge) joined me on stage at the Funhouse Lounge for the Portland Queer Comedy Festival. We covered soccer, tennis and ice hockey in Louisiana! Enjoy! For bonus content and to support the show go to patreon.com/sportswithoutballs Insta…
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Michele Smith, 1996 & 2000 Olympic Softball Gold Medalist & ESPN commentator, joins me in the studio! Michele is a softball superhero- we discuss her fight to get the sport back in the Olympics, her playing days in Japan, highs/lows, commentating for ESPN and how nobody should ever swing at a rise ball. I love this episode! Enjoy! To see a video of…
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SWB EP 252: Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak
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Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak, 1999 World Cup Champ & Olympic Gold Medalist, joins me on the big show! We talk USWNT, World Cup v Olympics, coaching the UCF Women's soccer team, raising two girls and her work with the US State Dept's Sports Envoy Program. Coach Tiff's stories were amazing. Enjoy! For more SWB, go to patreon.com/sportswithoutballs Instag…
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Rennae Stubbs, six-time Grand Slam tennis champ, joins Erin Foley in the studio! We talk all things tennis - doubles championships, partners, the slams, the highs/lows, and her path from the court to the broadcasting booth. Plus, the Foley Five! Enjoy! To see a video of the podcast and for more SWB, go to patreon.com/sportswithoutballs! Instagram @…
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Lori Lindsey, former professional USWNT soccer player, joins me in the studio to talk all things soccer - World Cup, pre-game routines, Olympics, commentating, plus the Foley Five! Enjoy! To see a video of the podcast and for more SWB, go to patreon.com/sportswithoutballs! Instagram @erinkfoley, Twitter @erinfoleycomic www.sportswithoutballs.com Pl…
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Katie Sowers, San Francisco 49ers assistant coach, joins me in the studio! Sowers is only the second woman to coach in the NFL and the first out LGBT coach. We talk football, coaching, the Women's Football Alliance and the lift sequence in Dirty Dancing. Enjoy! For more SWB- including bonus content and ways to donate: patreon.com/sportswithoutballs…
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Ticha Penicheiro, WNBA Champion & four-time WNBA All-Star, joins me in the studio to talk all things basketball and her recent induction into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame. She ranks 2nd all-time for most career assists and it was so fun re-living her magic on the court! To see a video of the podcast and for more SWB, go to patreon.com/sports…
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Kristine Lilly, World Cup Champion & Olympic Gold Medalist, joins me in the studio to talk all things soccer and her new book, "Powerhouse: 13 Teamwork Tactics that Build Excellence and Unrivaled Success" (https://tinyurl.com/y6dcgypx) Happy SWB Re-Launch Day! Enjoy! Links: Patreon: www.patreon.com/sportswithoutballs Instagram @erinkfoley, Twitter …
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SWB EP 246: Big D Energy w/ Fortune Feimster
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Fortune Feimster (Netflix, Life In Pieces, Mindy Project) joins Erin Foley to highlight the highlights. Soccer: USWNT preps for the World Cup. Basketball: 2019 WNBA season kicks off. Softball: NCAA Super Regionals. Plus, Fortune and Foley discover their Big D Energy. Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to give us a 5 star review on iTunes and we will read…
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Best Of: The Sklar Brothers & Trish Suhr
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The Sklar Brothers join Erin Foley & Trish Suhr in the studio to celebrate SWB's 200th episode! MLB: Jenny Cavnar's play by play makes history, Cards, Mary Foley's Tampa report. NFL: Draft Predictions. Plus tennis, parenting and Suzyn Waldman impressions! Best episode ever. Thank you for all your support!! Please take 5 seconds to give us a 5 star …
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EP 240: Snake Shots & Tom Collins w/ Kelsey Cook
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Kelsey Cook joined the show a couple of months ago to talk FOOSBALL! This happened! We took a deep dive into the world of competitive foosball and it was one of my favorite episodes! Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to give us a 5-star review on iTunes and we will read it on the podcast! And subscribe! Links: Patreon: www.patreon.com/sportswithoutballs…
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SWB returns with Erin and Aaron in the booth to talk NCAA softball, WNBA, Foley’s Rockford Peaches fantasy baseball team, NHL, plus the feel good moment of the week! Enjoy!Av Erin Foley
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SWB EP 244: Epic Joy w/ Dana Goldberg
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Dana Goldberg (Showtime, Advocate)joins me in the booth to relive an epic night of soccer joy. USWNT v Belgium, '99ers honored. Hoops: Final Four Madness, Baylor tops Notre Dame. Plus, the feel good moment of the week! Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to give us a 5 star review on iTunes and we will read it on the podcast! And subscribe! https://itunes…
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SWB EP 243: Crux of the Biscuit w/ Shelagh Ratner
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Shelagh Ratner (NBC's Last Comic Standing)joins Erin Foley back in the booth. NCAA March Madness weekend of dreams, NWHL eyes Canada, Luna Bar's big payout to the USWNT and the Gov of KY is back on the bus! Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to give us a 5 star review on iTunes and we will read it on the podcast! And subscribe! https://itunes.apple.com/u…
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SWB EP 242: Puck These Dudes w/ Kaycee Conlee
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Kaycee Conlee (Not From Here Podcast)joins Foley back in the booth via Skype from Florida! Hockey: NWHL amazing finale, Stecklein in OT, Caps take the Isobel. Hoops: NCAA March Madness Brackets. MLB: Rockford Peaches draft. And there's a tie for the feel good moment of the week! Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to give us a 5 star review on iTunes and …
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SWB EP 241: Medicinal Madness w/ Jonny Loquasto
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Jonny Loquasto, stand up comic/physical therapist/awesome human joins Erin Foley in the booth to talk sports and more sports. It's time for March Madness - hoops, hockey and weed! Plus a back on the bus segment and the feel good moment of the week! Enjoy! Please take 5 seconds to give us a 5 star review on iTunes and we will read it on the podcast!…
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