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It’s been another exciting week in Sports and some Hot Topics too! Mo shares her experience from #DayInVegas music festival here in Las Vegas over the weekend, talks about any changes that may have derived from the tragedy at AstroWorld.  Mel got “talked” into watching “Man in the Arena”, the new Tom Brady docuseries on ESPN.  The ladies also give their take on the DaBaby Drama & hopes for all women out there to just be out! #NFL week 10 came with even more Underdog surprises, Cam Newton is back and made his presence known!   Mo’s Raiders and Mel’s Seahawks both took tuff losses but Mel’s team is having one of its worst starts to their season in years, maybe the "Manning Curse" is to blame, at least for one game.  The Lakers have really been showing their age, and coincidence the Bulls blow them out and the next day Staples Center announces a Christmas Day name change? Crypto .com WHAT!   Plus NFL #week11 picks, #SneakerDrops and a welcome back #girlpower. We are #LIVE on Facebook

Mo & Mel are back at it #WestCoastWednesday, tonight the ladies touch upon the #AstroWorld Festival fiasco, Mo gives her thoughts on being a regular festival goer and how things may look differently at future ones, while both question some of those in attendance & give ideas on how those that do attend can be more aware & careful.  #HotTopics continue as the ladies chime in on petty Scottie Pippen and his “media tour” bashing of the GOAT Michael Jordan, the Jokic vs Morris brothers beef and Mel’s road trip to get a #FanDuel account! And what is really the deal with the “light” fines to #AaronRodgers and the Green Bay Packers for the deception & disregard for NFL Covid protocols. Plus the ladies are excited to announce they will be guests on Vegas PBS “Nevada Week” this Friday at 8pm pst (channel 10 on all cable/satellite stations) and again on “Nevada Week in Person” this Saturday at 630pm pst.  Special thank you to Nevada Week host, Kip Ortenburger and the entire crew at Vegas PBS f

*Please bare with us, as Mo has some connection issues this episode lol* The ladies are joined by Tampa Bay’s own Cary “The Guru” Mcmillian on this episode.  Between Mo’s freeze frames & cutting out (which some of the stills are pretty hilarious) its still a great show!  Guru and the ladies get started with #HotTopics of Derrik Henry’s injury and the fate of the Titans, can AP keep the running game going? Aaron Rodgers with the “QB Sneak” as he catches COVID and we all later learn he is not Vax’d and may possibly have been in violation of unvaccinated players protocol from the NFL.  Plus the heart breaking news & unfortunate decision making by former Raiders, Henry Ruggs III in the fatal DUI he had earlier this week.  Prayers and thoughts go to all parties involved especially the young women, Tina Tintor and her dog, who ultimately lost their lives. The question of the show has to be getting this die hard Bucs’ fan opinion on what he would have asked for in return for Tom Brady’s 6

With Halloween weekend upon us, the ladies decided to dress up a little and celebrate!  Mo & Mel get right into some #HotTopics and first off with the “alleged” 5min man, DK Metcalf, and his “lady caller” who reports having spent time with the player as well as being turned down for DK wanting a 4some.  Plus listen in to see what it would take Mo to give back the Tom Brady 600th TD ball to him, and she is wanting way more than what the actual fan received, bitcoin and all! Plus Mo talks about her aged Lakers team, the injuries and altercations affecting the teams cohesiveness.  Mel gets a change to brag about her 4-0 Chicago Bulls and just how this new & young team has really come together.  And who knew Mike Leach was such a candy aficionado, #NoCandyCorn. Mo & Mel also discuss the ever funny, #MNF with Peyton & Eli and their guests this past week.  Plus #NFL week 7 highlights (and lowlights in Mel’s case) and give their Week 8 picks!  Plus you know the ladies go

Mo & Mel are back…and so is the NBA! The season has officially started, for Mel’s Bulls its going good and for Mo’s Lakers, the new “elders” of the NBA took a L to the Warriors.  We get a good look at the Bucks’ new Championship Ring, and its a game changer!  Mo’s Dodgers are trying to keep hope alive vs the Atlanta Braces in the NLCS but losing the series.  NFL week 6 brought even more injuries, that combined with a 6-team Bye week, has made some stressful times for Fantasy Football owners. The ladies congratulate the Chicago Sky on their 1st WNBA Championship and discuss videos that have circulated of the “parade” in the city to celebrate.  Plus Hot Topics of Ben Simmons, Deshaun Watson and WSU Football Coach canned over vaccine.  Plus Mo talks about her Raiders much needed win over the Broncos, while Mel still isn’t sold on Ge-NO Smith nor her injured Seahawks for an upcoming MNF vs the Saints.  And of course the ladies talk #SneakerDrops, #girlpower and this episode, show

Bare with the ladies on this EXTENDED show, but there was a lot to unpack this past week in sports.  Mo & Mel welcome friend & LGBTQ Leader in the Las Vegas & Nevada Community, André Wade.  André Wade is the Nevada State Director or Silver State Equality.  The ladies discuss with André the impact of the emails of former HC of the Raiders, Jon Gruden, his homophobic, sexist & racist language found in emails from 2011-2018.  André not only speaks on the queer aspect but also black aspect, along with Mo.  A informative & organic discussion that you don’t want to miss. Mo & Mel also talk about the NHL Season Opener they attended between the Vegas Golden Knights & Seattle Kraken.  Mo talks about her Birthday Raiders game she attended with a loss to the Bears, after initial emails of Gruden were reported. And Mel discusses the LV Aces game 5 loss to the Mercury, as well as her Seahawks detrimental injury to QB Russell Wilson.  Plus Mo’s Dodgers are head

The ladies are joined by Amateur MMA Champ, Michelle “The Wild One” Montague on the show.  Michelle talks about her journey from Rugby to eventually MMA, after viewing YouTube videos back in 2015 or Ronda Rousey.  Michelle shares about the pandemic restrictions still being faced in her home, New Zealand and the shares the struggle its been to return home through their “lottery”.  However Michelle continues to train and has her sights set on the World Championships this winter. Mo & Mel multi-task this episode with the LV Aces playing during the show in game 4 of the WNBA Semifinals, eventually winning to push a game 5 this Friday.  Mo’s Dodgers were also playing in the NL Wild Card and boy what an ending to that game.  Mel is happy over her Seahawks win over the 49rs, but with a short week, the team has a tuff match for Thursday Night Football with another Divisional opponent.  Mo breaks down how her Raiders did not show up for their MNF matchup vs the LA Chargers and is read

They ladies welcome to the show Maggie Hendrickson, National writer for Bally Sports.  Mel had the pleasure of meeting Maggie during the LV Aces vs Phoenix Mercury Semifinal game 1, and was instantly drawn to her love of not only WNBA but all sports!  Maggie discusses with Mo & Mel her start in Sports Journalism and talks about the changes she has seen within the predominately male dominated career.  She talks about the importance of helping other women & women of color who are coming up in the field to continue to strengthen the number of women in media.  Mel & Maggie chat about that WNBA game 1, with the Aces coming out strong and taking the win, along with some discussion on Diana Taurasi, Coach Laimbeer’s coaching decisions into the playoffs and what we can expect for this best of 5 series. Mo & Mel then discuss Hot Topics; with the Bucs adding two former Seahawks (which Seattle could definitely had used), because who wouldn’t want to play with TB12, right? The ladies a

The ladies are back from a week off, Vacay & Life is Beautiful recaps.  Mo chats on her time at #LifeIsBeautiful here in Las Vegas & Mel discusses her trip to Barbados.  Plus Hot Topics like the NFL's taunting rule, the break down at at the Linq's #HighRoller and week 2 QB's injuries causing more #FantasyFootball woes.  Mo gives Derek Carr his flowers & discussing her Raiders 2-0 record, while Mel is disappointed in her Seahawks week 2 issues vs the Titans.    A "discussion" on the GOAT MJ being spotted in some Mids, which we all know Mo loathes! The #WNBA Playoffs start today and AP Awards are in and a new Las Vegas Aces has the honor of 6th Woman of the league! Plus Mel shares her experience at the #LeaguesCup with her hometown Seattle Sounders.  Of course the ladies chat & share the latest & upcoming #SNKR drops and a special #GirlPower that is well deserved! We are #LIVE on Facebook LIVE each Wednesday through the GirlChatSports YouTube & Facebook

The time has finally come! NFL Season opener is officially here, with Dallas Cowboys taking on Tampa Bay Bucs Thursday Night!!!  Mo & Mel are excited (ok probably more so Mel) but the ladies are fresh off their Fantasy Football Drafts & ready to see the start of the season and really get a feel for the Teams!  Since preseason was mostly 2nd-3rd string players, we have yet to really see the capabilities of most of the teams which makes the ladies 1st Week NFL Pick-em’s that much harder!  Mo & Mel discuss their fantasy drafts, some picks and who they are looking out for this week.  The ladies talk the covid vaccine mandates that are starting to pop up around the country for stadiums. Plus some WNBA talk with the Top 25 being announced, discussion on the LV Aces and still playing their starters with playoffs clinched and wondering if there will be any rest before playoffs begin.  Mel gets a chance to share one of her favorites, Gridiron Heights, is back with a special episode

The ladies chat racing w/ Special Guest Toni Breidinger, first female Arab-American NASCAR driver.  At just 22yrs old, Toni is already the all-time winningest female in United State Auto Club (USAC) driver and made her first appearance at Daytona in February.  Mo & Mel hear of the racers start in go-karts at age 9yrs and her transition into the ARCA Menard Series.  She’s already partnered with Triller for the rest of the 2021 season, has multiple sponsor & endorsement deals & has her eyes set on the future, making Professional racing a goal & accepting for the younger generation of girls! Listen in to hear about her story, her pet “Fetty Hop”, he goals for her racing future as well as the inclusion of women & minority women in a (Caucasian) male dominated sport! Plus Mo & Mel chat Hot Topics; Cam released by the Patriots, the NBA vaccination policy for New York & San Francisco, Las Vegas Aces star tests positive for Covid & Mel’s disappointment with Hard Knocks e

Mo & Mel have a full on discussion on this insane fad, “Milk Crate Challenge” and discuss some of the videos they have seen, of course some Gen Z stuff.  #HotTopics are addressed like Dell & Sonya Curry’s divorce news, the reported cheating and just how is dating at almost 60yrs old?  Plus Mo finally watched Malice in The Palace, so the ladies have a discussion on this moment in time in 2004, the Netflix documentary, the difference in how we receive news in 2021 vs 2004 and thoughts on Ron Artest’s mental health and the end of Jermaine O’Neil. The Las Vegas Aces have clinched the playoffs this season, shout outs to Liz Cambage, Kelsey Plum and Kobe Bryant on their birthdays this past week.  The ladies got some good laughs at Evan Fournier’s expense and his NBA2K avatar, plus what is with the Seattle Storm’s White House fashion?  Of course Mel wants to chat HBO’s Hard Knocks and episode 3, which Mel has titled “Jerry Jones Money”.  Mel also talks about some news on her Seattle

#BEASTMODE show!  The Ladies were happy to have Brandee & Marreesha Lynch-Sapp on the show tonight.  Brandee & Marreesha run the Beastmode Store here in Las Vegas.  Both the ladies were at the Raiders vs Seahawks game this past week, as was Mel, so they discussed their game experience & of course the two Raider fans (Mo & Mar) went up against the two Seahawks fans (Brandee & Mel) lol.   Mar & Brandee talk about the crowds they had at the store this weekend, since Mar’s brother Marshawn Lynch was a favorite member of both the Raiders & the Seahawks.  Marshawn hosted a pre-game party at the Luxor Beer Garden & the whole Lynch family was out to support and enjoyed the suite life at the game.  Mel discussed her thoughts on the incredible stadium, the disappointing tailgating & the lack luster Black Hole for preseason and looks forward to seeing that change come regular season. Mo & Mel also talk about their weekend attending the LV Aces games,

The ladies had the pleasure of having professional football player & entrepreneur, Adrienne Smith on the show.  Adrienne is a Champion Football Player, both tackle & flag, amongst her many accolades is a 2x Women’s football Gold Medalist & 3x National Champ.  Her most recent championship just took place at the end of July, and Adrienne’s team, the Boston Renegades, where the team was flown in Robert Kraft’s Patriots team plane.  Mr. Kraft even offered the plane to them himself.  Adrienne shares with Mo & Mel, growing up playing football with her cousins, loving all sports but ultimately deciding on football as her way to go.  She is first woman to score a touchdown in the American Football Women’s World Championship!  But Adrienne isn’t just a football player, she is also the founder of Blitz Champz, a football-themed card game for kids & families, Gridiron Queendom, a sports media enterprise dedicated to women & girls worldwide who play tackle or flag foo

Mo & Mel are delighted to welcome Kelsey Nicole Nelson to the show tonight. Kelsey is the host of “Listen in with KNN” on Fox Sports Radio and “The Fit” & “The Life” part of the Washington Football Team digital broadcast team, part of their “Unfiltered Series”.  The ladies learn from Kelsey about her sports background & sports oriented family growing up in the DMV area and her love of sports that lead her to Sports Journalism.  Kelsey speaks on her Beauty Pageant background, her studies at the University of Maryland and Georgetown along with her internship experience with NASCAR.  Kelsey speaks on her thoughts of the Washington Football Team & NFL Training camp, the NFC East division, Ray Lewis and the Tokyo Olympics.  Mo & Mel also are amazed at Kelsey and her ability to speak without pausing for a breath, similar to the hard work this phenom has put in to her trade & the dedication to her craft is clear! Mo & Mel also get to share this episodes #SNKR Drops com

Mo & Mel have the night to themselves & there is lots of sports Hot Topics to cover (Simone Biles, Aaron Rodgers, USA Mens basketball & Marc-Andre Fleury).  The Tokyo Olympics have brought on some varied emotions and lessons; Mental Health is important, 3x3 is official, 13yr olds can win Gold, greatness doesn’t guarantee Gold & stay ready, don’t have to get ready!  The ladies are excited for our local Las Vegas Aces Kelsey Plum & Jackie Young on winning gold for Team USA 3x3 for its inaugural year.  Mo & Mel also debate on what seems to be the toughest sport between swimming 1500m or water polo, and are impressed by all the athletes that have shown out thus far.  Plus NFL Training Camp is back, so is Mr. Rodgers for the Packers and the ladies discuss the added NFL Covid policies and fines.  Plus MLB is now in the Playoff push as we are seeing trades happen for teams trying to increase their changes to make the end of season goal!  Vegas had its first real

Mo & Mel are joined tonight by Pro Wrestler, Amber Rodriguez.  Amber talks with the ladies about the match she watched as a kid that made her fall in love with Wrestling and know this is what she wanted to do, her path to becoming a Pro and her BOOKED schedule through October!  Amber’s next match is July 24th in St. Chalmette Louisiana with Elev8 Pro, which can be seen in FITE TV.  Mo & Mel get to know the reasons behind Amber’s 4yr break from wrestling, joining the military, giving birth to her daughter & dealing with depression.  She is a true fighter through and through and excited for her rebranding that will be showcased in this weekends match.  Amber also talks about her Esthetician licenses, her love for making women love their bodies & the transformation and her beauty business with her sister, AshleyReneeBeauty. Mo & Mel have some great #HotTopics with Giannis’ 50 piece game & nuggets, Maria Taylor split from ESPN, Malika Andrews killing it in the NBA

The Olympics are just around the corner, and what better time to have Jordan Larson on the show.  Jordan has been a member of the US Women’s National Volleyball team since 2009, she has won Silver with the team at the 2012 Olympics and Bronze in the 2016 Olympics.  The Team USA Volleyball team is headed into Tokyo looking to get their first ever Gold Medal in Indoor Volleyball.  Jordan is a Nebraska Cornhuskers Alumni, 3x All American, with accolades & medals a plenty in her 13yr professional career.  Mo & Mel talk with Jordan about her start in Volleyball, her growing up in a small town of Nebraska and her travels from playing International Volleyball. She talks about the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, the preparation, the time in quarantine (plus engagement), her “seasoned” status and her role as a veteran on the team and the secret power behind her VKTRY insoles.  The Olympics will look much different this year with no fans or family, but the team and her are looking at the posit

The ladies had the pleasure of having Jamie Mittelman, host of the Flame Bearers podcast, on tonights show!  The Flame Bearers podcast shares the rarely heard stories of the women of the Olympics & ParaOlympics.  The platform is a microphone for women who are true masters of resiliency and use sports as a vehicle for issues such as racial justice, disability bias or pay equity.  Jamie shares stories from previous guests, their challenges, struggles, successes & empowerment through the pandemic.  She also shares, and officially announces that Flame Bearers will be back for season two for the Beijing Olympics. Mo & Mel then get into some #HotTopics; Dallas Cowboys on Hard Knocks, Big3 & Team USA basketball are both in Las Vegas, Sha’Carri Richardson & the Rachel Nichols and Maria Taylor controversy.  Plus the MLB All-Star game is next week in Denver along with the WNBA All-Star game here in Las Vegas.  Mo & Mel also address the insane news of

Cancer Season in is full effect & today landed on Mel’s birthday, a Wednesday for podcast night! Mo & Mel are at a “secret” location in Las Vegas for a little Birthday #Staycation, but with great views of the strip & Las Vegas Ball Park.   Viewer/Listener warning…Mel does not usually drink, and she had a few seltzers at the pool (shout out to #BudLightSeltzer for the pool day libations).   The ladies get right into Hot Topics; Bill Cosby is let free, NBA adds 2 new black Head Coaches, the Atlanta Hawks are full of surprises this playoffs & the NCAA is about to allow players to get paid for their likeness, image & name.  Mo & Mel share there thoughts, all while dealing with the in’s and out’s of a live show in front of friends! Plus Mo would like to make it clear that Mel had put her in the bathroom for the show & Mo shares her chronicles of her bathroom location with the viewers & listeners.  Mel’s mom pops in to show her daughter some birthday love, and the