This week Hosts Cathryn and Freddie launch the new show Tempo check. For all things related to The Toronto Tempo. They use this first episode to introduce themselves to new and old fans alike, and share their origin story, and excitement for the Toronto Tempo. 
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<description>A new spin-off show all about the TORONTO TEMPO!
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A new spin-off show all about the TORONTO TEMPO!
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Tempo Check – LAUNCH!

This week hosts Cathryn &amp; Freddie discuss the team USA Basketball camp and all the young talent they invited. Who is a lock to make the next Olympic team, and who did they miss? Then they discuss the latest CBA negotiations. They react to the new revenue share numbers revealed and discuss why these negotiations aren&#8217;t moving and ask if the league is playing fair. Then in our FFQ (Freddie&#8217;s Fun Question) we ask if we had to go actual camping with three players from team USA who would we pick. 
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<description>USA Camp, New CBA Intel &amp; more
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USA Camp, New CBA Intel & more
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USA Camp, New CBA Intel & more

This week hosts Cathryn and Freddie discuss revelations that Sophie Cummingham is dating Michael Porter Jr after comments that he could&#8217;ve beat a WNBA Player in 8th grade. Then they discuss Paige Bueckers interview saying she doesn&#8217;t think the CBA will be finalized by the next deadline, could a lockout be looming? The A&#8217;ja Wilson is Time Magazine&#8217;s Athlete of the year. She discusses the media coverage around Caitlin Clark and how she feels it affected the league. Then in our FFQ (Freddie&#8217;s Fun Question) inspired by A&#8217;ja&#8217;s &#8220;unshakable resume&#8221; we ask who else in entertainment has an unshakeable resume. 
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A'ja Athlete Of The Year, Lock Out Looming & More
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A’ja Athlete Of The Year, Lock Out Looming & More

This week Hosts Cathryn and Freddie announce a new show TEMPO CHECK, launching December 12th 2025 for all things Toronto Tempo! Then the dive into the latest with the CBA negotiations. Focusing on longer seasons, and how that will affect other leagues and opportunities. The Rookie contracts and housing. Then in our FFQ (Freddie&#8217;s Fun Question) we ask how we would stall a negotiation. 
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Launching A New Show! CBA Talk & more
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Launching A New Show! CBA Talk & more

This week hosts Cathryn &amp; Freddie discuss the draft lottery results. What does this mean for Dallas and who else came on top. Plus, with the player presence at the draft, how optimistic are they with the league coming to a deal? Then they discuss Project B and their growing roaster. What does this mean for the W and the players who join. Then in our FFQ (Freddie&#8217;s Fun Question) they are tasked with inventing a Project C, what would it look like, and where would it take place? 
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Draft Lottery Results, Project B Picking Up Steam and More
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Draft Lottery Results, Project B Picking Up Steam and More

Comedians Freddie Rivas & Cathryn Naiker discuss their love for WNBA Basketball. They discuss the latest games & storylines. Plus debate their rival faves, dive into the history of the league, name a few roller coasters after the stars and so much more. Join us all year round as we get into it just like a game of pick-up.

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