Episodes
LaChina Robinson and Terrika Foster-Brasby recap the WNBA Finals and put a bow on the 25th season with special guest and fan favorite- "LaChina's Mom."  The threesome also looks ahead to the upcoming offseason, talks about some key free agents and play a little Q & A, where LaChina's Mom answered some questions submitted by Twitter fans!! 
Published 10/29/21
Published 10/29/21
LaChina Robinson and Terrika Foster-Brasby welcome Monica McNutt to the show to weigh in on the WNBA Finals, where Chicago has jumped out to a 1-0 lead over Phoenix. They recap Game 1, look ahead to Game 2 and throw out some hot takes for the series. Plus, Dream Co-Owner Renee Montgomery makes a special appearance to share her quick thoughts on Atlanta's hiring of new head coach Tanisha Wright.
Published 10/12/21
LaChina Robinson welcomes in ESPN WBB analyst and National Champion Carolyn Peck to weigh in on the first round of the WNBA playoffs. They discuss if Dallas' youth will be a factor against the more experienced Chicago Sky and if the New York Liberty can stop the momentum of the Phoenix Mercury in single game elimination. Plus, who has the advantage in each matchup? Tune in to hear who our expert chose!
Published 09/20/21
Sarah talks to ESPN's LaChina Robinson about growing up as one of 16 siblings, not liking basketball early on, working on the administration side of college sports before falling in love with announcing basketball, calling her first game for ESPN at Madison Square Garden, her women's basketball podcast Around the Rim, and covering the Olympics in Tokyo.
Published 09/14/21
On the latest episode, LaChina Robinson and Terrika Foster-Brasby weigh in briefly on the WNBA "Vote for the GOAT" topic before sharing a snippet of a WNBA Twitter Spaces conversation featuring Robinson, alongside ESPN reporter Holly Rowe and hosted by broadcaster Ros Gold-Onwude. In the snippet, the trio discuss the criteria to be nominated and share the top 5 players leading their GOAT list.
Published 09/10/21
On this Fastbreak episode, LaChina Robinson and producer Terrika Foster-Brasby discuss the pedigree of the Connecticut Sun and LaChina's Top 5 player shout outs of the week, before being joined by women's basketball analyst and PxP announcer Cindy Brunson. Robinson and Brunson take a deep dive into the red-hot Phoenix Mercury including Skylar Diggins-Smith stellar play, how their defense has improved, Brianna Turner's contributions and if they can make a deep run in the postseason. 
Published 09/03/21
LaChina Robinson returns and shares with Terrika Foster-Brasby highlights of her time in Tokyo covering the Olympics. Plus, the two welcomes in espnW WBB writer Mechelle Voepel to discuss the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame induction, recap the Commissioner's Cup and share thoughts on the latest WNBA standings heading into the final stretch of the season. Also, WNBALead editor Drew Ivery joins the show to shed light on the Dallas Wings.
Published 08/26/21
As we resume the last stretch of the WNBA season, Terrika Foster-Brasby helps us get ready for the second half. Terrika shares her thoughts on what to watch for from the Storm, Aces, and Sparks and welcomes in various analysts and writers from around the WNBA to share their expectations for the rest of the league: Dorothy Gentry (Wings), Alexa Philippou (Sun), Cindy Brunson (Mercury), Tony East (Fever), Erica Ayala (Sky), Christy Winters-Scott (Mystics), Myles Ehrlich (Liberty), Brandon...
Published 08/06/21
On the latest Around the Rim Podcast, Terrika Foster-Brasby welcomes in WBB Writer Michelle Smith McDonald and Minnesota head coach (4x WNBA Champion and 2x Olympic gold medalist) Lindsay Whalen to the show. The trio share their thoughts on Simone Biles' decision to withdraw and the pressure placed on Olympic athletes, recap Team USA's win over Nigeria and look ahead to their road to gold, congratulate the 3x3 team for winning the inaugural event and much more.
Published 07/29/21
On the latest Around the Rim, women's basketball analyst and PxP announcer Cindy Brunson drives the show, as the panelists (Winsidr's Rachel Galligan and The IX Newsletter Founder and Editor In Chief Howard Megdal) share their quick thoughts on the WNBA season heading into the Olympic break.
Published 07/09/21
This week, Around the Rim covers a hodgepodge of topics and conversations. First, LaChina Robinson and Terrika Foster-Brasby welcome in espnW writer Katie Barnes to discuss Barnes' ESPN Coverstory piece on Lynx's Layshia Clarendon. Then, we revisit a conversation with WNBA's Sydney Colson surrounding "twitter beef" and the under-representation of some WNBA athletes in media. Plus, this week's "5 Questions with A Legend" segment features WNBA Champion Ticha Penichero.
Published 07/02/21
LaChina Robinson and espnW women's basketball writer Mechelle Voepel weigh in on the upcoming WNBA All-Star game taking place in Las Vegas before going in-depth on their thoughts of Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike's omission from the Women's National Basketball Team for the Tokyo Olympics. Two share the historical perspective of recent selections and discuss the various factors that could have led to the decision and more.
Published 06/29/21
LaChina welcomes ESPN basketball analyst Christy Winter-Scott to talk about the bottom half of the WNBA standings where a LOT of movement is happening. After that, LaChina introduces to the fans the new Head Coach of the Seattle Storm Noelle Quinn. The two talk about Noelle’s career path and how she’s adjusting to all her new responsibilities as a head coach. Then, Minnesota Lynx Assistant Coach Katie Storm joins the show for 5 Questions With A Legend.  
Published 06/10/21
LaChina Robinson and producer Terrika Foster-Brasby welcome in sports psychiatrist and founder of Mental Healthletics Dr. Dawn Brown, MD., who shares her opinion as a mental health expert on the effects of media interactions on athletes, in wake of the recent events surrounding tennis star Naomi Osaka. The three weigh in on the challenges some athletes face. how media members can adjust to be more considerate of these challenges, the impact of race on mental health and more.
Published 06/04/21
LaChina Robinson and Terrika Foster-Brasby discuss the injuries around the league and a few players already making the MVP conversation. Also, WNBA's Sydney Colson joins the duo to weigh in on the hot topic of offensive language in light of the news surrounding Aces Liz Cambage and Sky head coach James Wade. Plus, 2x WNBA Champion and Connecticut Sun star Dewanna Bonner joins the show and we introduce a new segment, "5 Questions With a Legend" featuring Delisha Milton-Jones this week.
Published 05/28/21
LaChina Robinson welcomes in ESPN WBB analyst Andraya Carter to recap the opening week of the WNBA and weigh in on each team's first impression and much more. Plus, women's basketball writer Erica L. Ayala joins the show to give a deep dive into the New York Liberty and their hot start. Also, Terrika Foster-Brasby sits down with One Brand Agency founder Alexis Robinson for a new segment, "How It Started, How Its Going" to discuss the start of the WNBA League Pass gifting.
Published 05/21/21
After announcing her retirement from the WNBA, Sparks Assistant coach and future Hall of Famer Seimone Augustus sits down with LaChina Robinson to discuss her decision to retire, how the '96 Olympic team fueled her love for basketball, the formation and evolution of the Minnesota Lynx dynasty team and much much more.
Published 05/21/21
The Final Four set and the ATR previews the upcoming matchups with WBB writer Michelle Smith McDonald, Hartford Courant's Alexa Phillipou and guest host Pac-12 Network's and PxP announcer Cindy Brunson. The crew weighs in on each semifinal contest, discuss the excitement surrounding the Pac-12, share the keys each team can use to move into the national championship and of course, make predictions!
Published 04/01/21
It's NCAA Tournament time! LaChina Robinson welcomes in a few friends of the podcasts and women basketball analysts and PxP announcers to share insight into what we should watch for from teams across the field. Voices include: Christy Thomaskutty, Christy Winters-Scott, Monica McNutt, Brooke Weisbrod, Brenda VanLengen, Andraya Carter, Charlotte Carroll, Carolyn Peck, Michelle Smith McDonald, Tiffany Greene and Mariluz Cook,
Published 03/15/21
LaChina Robinson welcomes in espnW Bracketologist Charlie Creme to give us insight on the NET rankings, the criteria the NCAA selection committee considers, the uniqueness of this season in selecting the field and more. Plus, he shares the secret to his seeding system and his thoughts on the Final Four in Texas.
Published 03/10/21
espnW's Around the Rim presents: I'm Speaking, a new series hosted by women's basketball analyst LaChina Robinson where she chats with various Black women in the fields of sports, business, entertainment and etc. to get their stories and experiences in dealing with race, social justice, society and other life challenges that Black women face . On the first episode, LaChina is joined by WNBA Champion Natasha Cloud and Netflix Chief Marketing Officer Bozoma Saint John.
Published 03/02/21
LaChina Robinson welcomes ESPN Big 12 WBB analyst and PxP announcer Brenda VanLengen to the show, who shares insight into all the happenings of the Big 12. The two discuss Baylor's position as a top team in the country, Natasha Mack's season at Oklahoma State, how teams shouldn't sleep on West Virginia, the explosiveness of Ashley Joens and Madi Williams and much more. Plus, we share a quick bracketology update and a few tidbits to help you get to know Texas' Charli Collier.
Published 02/24/21
This week, Around the Rim shares LaChina Robinson's ESPN Daily podcast interview with Pablo Torre, in which they discuss Paige Bueckers' freshman year, the landscape of women's basketball heading into the tournament and WNBA Free Agency. Plus, a special "Fast Break" with UCLA's Charisma Osborne, who gives us the scoop on the Bruins' season, her journey in basketball, her relationship with teammate Michaela Onyenwere and so much more!
Published 02/18/21
On this special Fast Break episode, producer and Co-Host Terrika Foster-Brasby welcomes in ACC WBB analyst Monica McNutt and SEC WBB analyst Andraya Carter to break down the No. 1 South Carolina vs. No. 2 UCONN OT thriller. The three weigh in Paige Bueckers' 31-point outing despite going 1-6 from behind the arc, both teams' defensive performances, some interesting comments from Coach Dawn Staley, if UConn will be the new No. 1 and how each team can move forward with the tournament nearing...
Published 02/11/21