Laughter Permitted with Julie Foudy

It's "Story Time with Tara!" Legendary Stanford women's basketball coach Tara VanDerveer joins Laughter Permitted to tell stories from her 45-year coaching career. Tara shares how she was once a mascot, what she said to her team after becoming the winningest coach in NCAA basketball history, what it was like coaching the 1996 gold medal-winning Olympic team and how she's drawn inspiration from her players. Plus, three former Stanford stars join the fun and ask Tara for behind-the-scenes stories. Be prepared to never look at "one second" the same again.If you have a question for Questions Permitted, send Julie and Lynn an email at laughterpermittted@gmail.com.

In the Season 11 premiere, two-time World Cup champion and NWSL champion Ali Krieger joins Laughter Permitted to talk about her life in the early days of retirement from professional soccer, the incredible ride Gotham FC took to win last year's NWSL title and how her teammates rallied around her in spectacular fashion the day news broke of her divorce. Ali shares how she's approaching retirement by trying new ventures, including broadcasting, and she and Julie discuss the future of the USWNT. Plus, Ali explains why she's open about her personal journey of healing. And don't miss Ali shouting out her youth soccer team the Sparklers by singing the team's cheer.Do you have a question for Julie and Lynn? They'd love to hear from you! Send them an email at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.

Laughter Permitted is back! Julie and Lynn share highlights of Season 10 and hand out some Dopie Awards.Do you have a question for Julie and Lynn? Send them an email at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.

Class with Flash is in session! Mental skills expert Dr. Colleen "Flash" Hacker returns to Laughter Permitted to talk about the importance of wins in life. Dr. Hacker shares how celebrating wins impacts the neuroplasticity of our brains, washes our brains in neurochemicals and creates a habit loop. Dr. Hacker, Julie and Lynn then celebrate wins of their own from 2023, and Dr. Hacker gives tips on how to do this in your life, particularly if you're reticent to do so. Stay tuned for Julie's response to the whole experience.Share your wins from 2023 with Julie and Lynn by emailing them at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.

Erin Matson, the youngest Division 1 head coach to win a national championship, discusses her coaching approach and applying for the job. They also discuss Erin's sideline style, a listener answer to the straw hole debate, and Season 10 takeaways.

Paralympic track and field star Scout Bassett joins Laughter Permitted to talk about her journey from a government-run orphanage in Nanjng, China to representing the United States in the Paralympics. Scout shares what it was like being adopted and moving to the United States as a child, why she was initially hesitant to wear a prosthetic leg that would allow her to compete in track and field and how sports ultimately transformed her life. Plus, learn the meaning behind the title of Scout's book "Lucky Girl" and what her hopes are as the next president of the Women’s Sports Foundation. In Questions Permitted, Julie offers her thoughts on Emma Hayes being named the next head coach of the U.S. women's national team, and Julie and Lynn talk about mental health during the winter and holiday seasons.Hey, Dope Village. Email Julie and Lynn at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.

Two-time WNBA MVP and two-time WNBA champion Breanna Stewart returns to Laughter Permitted and begins the episode by telling one of the best stories in the history of the podcast about the birth of her second child. (It's up there with the Mia Hamm Split Pants Story.) Stewie goes on to share what her first season with the New York Liberty was like, how she continues to evolve her game and what she wants to see for the future of women's sports. Plus, find out Stewie's thoughts on trash talking, and in Questions Permitted, Julie and Lynn share ideas on how each of us can help women's sports grow.If you have a question or deep burning thought, send Julie and Lynn an email at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.Producer's note: Please excuse horrendous singing off the top of the episode. We seem to be getting worse as the seasons go by...

Three-time Olympic gold medalist bobsledder Kaillie Humphries joins Laughter Permitted to talk about how she got into the sport of bobsleigh and the experience of leaving her home country of Canada to compete for the United States at the 2022 Winter Olympics. Kaillie also candidly shares the challenges she's faced with endometriosis and fertility. In Most Pressing Questions, learn about Kaillie's tattoos and the love she has for her dog. Questions Permitted features emails from listeners offering their personal experiences regarding height and Julie and Lynn answer an interesting "Would you rather" prompt.Do you have a question for Julie and Lynn? Relate to something from the podcast? Know any good jokes? Email Julie and Lynn at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.

WNBA Rookie of the Year Aliyah Boston joins Laughter Permitted to talk about her stellar first season with the Indiana Fever, how she carved out a path of her own at the University of South Carolina and the intention behind her hair. Aliyah also shares why she's so comfortable being herself and Aliyah and Lynn bond over being tall. In Questions Permitted, Julie delves deep into whether fake plants in the house are a “no no.”Have a comment or question for Julie and Lynn? Email them at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.

Ultramarathon trailblazer Courtney Dauwalter joins Laughter Permitted to talk about how she got into running ultras, what went into winning three 100-mile races in the span of 10 weeks and how she reframed the "pain cave" in her mind. Courtney also shares how her training schedule is completely dependent on what her body and brain are telling her. Plus, we learn what it actually feels like crossing the finish line of a 100-mile race, and perhaps most importantly, what Courtney's donut of choice is.Email Julie and Lynn a question and/or your favorite joke at laughterpermitted@gmail.com.