# #554: Elle Duncan is geeking over WNBA tipoff

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Podcast: [The GIST of It](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-gist-of-it-744020)
Published: 2026-05-07T09:00:18+00:00
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## Resource

At long last, we’re just one day away from the start of the highly-anticipated WNBA season. To celebrate, we have an extra-special treat: Acclaimed sports broadcaster and women’s basketball expert Elle Duncan sat down with The GIST’s Senior Editor Lauren Tuiskula to talk about her move to USA Sports, spill her spiciest women’s sports takes, and share insight into balancing fandom and professionalism in sports journalism. Sporty spices, this one’s for you. Show notes: Kim Ng surprises Elle Duncan with the first Golden Ticket of the 2026 season The GIST: 📰 Newsletter: Subscribe to The GIST ✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz

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