Valkyries, Say Less

Vanessa & Raina

English Basketball Sports

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Episodes 22

Avg. Duration 37m

Activity Highly Active

Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (40)

Since May 2025

Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule

Every 2 Weeks

Format

Episodic

Consistency

19%

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About This Podcast

🎙️ Valkyries, Say Less

Hosted by Vanessa Hutchinson-Szekely & Raina Mast

Two former high school/D3 hoopers turned San Francisco teachers, moms, artists and entrepreneurs (we're tryin!) team up to bring you the podcast you didn’t know you needed — all about our brand-new hometown WNBA heroes: the Golden State Valkyries.

We’re here for the vibes, the victories, and whatever’s cooking at concession! Whether you’re a WNBA superfan or just here to figure out which Valkyrie to cheer for, this is your go-to pod for:

🏀 Player + coach back stories and behind the scenes

🍔 Chase Center eats + recs

🗞️ Bite-sized basketball updates (no ESPN deep scroll required)

🎧 Tidbits, laughs, and insider energy only Ballhalla locals can bring

“Valkyries, Say Less” is where Bay Area pride meets courtside fun. Press play and hang with us! It’s going to be a good time.

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Recent Episodes

S2E5 🎙️ Season 2, Episode 5: Player Interviews, French Connections & Watch Party Excitement

Jun 04, 2026 27m

Send us Fan MailSeason 2, Episode 5: Bonus Pop-Up Episode | Player Interviews, French Connections & Watch Party ExcitementIn this special bonus pop-up episode (okay, it’s really just Episode 5!),…

S2E4 🎙️ Season 2, Episode 4: Kiah Stokes Brings Championship Energy to the Valkyries

May 25, 2026 48m

Send us Fan MailValkyries, Say Less — Season 2, Episode 4Season 2, Episode 4 is a good one.This week, we spotlight the incredible Kiah Stokes in our latest player profile. Kiah comes to the Golden…

S2E3 🎙️ Season 2, Episode 3: Bienvenue Gabby Williams + Join us for Watch Party at Rikki's 5/8

May 07, 2026 37m

Send us Fan MailThis Is — Season 2, Episode 3Bienvenue, Gabby Williams!Our first player profile of Season 2 is here, and we’re kicking it off with one of the most dynamic two-way players in the game:…

S2E2 🎙️ Season 2, Episode 2: Recap Of Preseason Home Opener Game Vs Seattle Storm 4/25/26

Apr 27, 2026 26m

Send us Fan MailSeason 2, Episode 2 of Valkyries, Say Less is here, and we’re recapping the incredible preseason matchup between the Golden State Valkyries and the Seattle Storm on April 25,…

S2E1 🎙️ Season 2, Episode 1: THE LAUNCH!

Apr 20, 2026 30m

Send us Fan MailHurrah, huzzah! It’s time. It’s now!Welcome to Season 2 of “Valkyries, Say Less.” We’re launching on the very same day that WNBA training camp begins, and you can feel it… the season…

S1E16 🎙️ Season 1, BONUS VSL EPISODE 16: Mid Post-Season Update!

Jan 23, 2026 53m Transcript

Send us Fan MailAfter two months of pure hanging out without hitting record, we finally reunited in our glorious Bunkbed Studios for a mid post-season check-in. It felt so good to be back together.…

🎙️ Season 1, Special Feature: Coach Natalie Nakase on "Section 415" with Kerry Crowley

Nov 04, 2025 27m Transcript

Send us Fan MailExciting news!We’ve teamed up with Section 415, the brand-new Bay Area sports podcast from The San Francisco Standard, to share their latest episode featuring an interview with Golden…

S1E15 🎙️Season1, Episode 15: “Kaitlyn Chen, the Valkyries' Biggest Joy Burst AND... our Season Finale for this Historic Inaugural Season!"

Oct 20, 2025 53m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode is our last episode of this year's historical inaugural season for the Golden State Valkyries. We're gonna talk about so many things...where the players are going in the…

S1E14 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 14: “Kaila Charles Joins the Valkyries Mid Season then Starts in the Playoffs!

Sep 26, 2025 34m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights Kaila Charles, our dynamic guard/forward, and former Maryland standout, wearing jersey #6. She joined us mid season and has definitely left a big mark on our…

S1E13 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 13: “From the French National team to the Valkyries: Iliana Rupert”

Sep 17, 2025 39m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights Iliana Rupert, our talented French center, rocking jersey #12, the same number her father wore. Not only has this player one a WNBA championship with the Las…

S1E12 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 12: “Ceci Zandalasini: Italy’s Finest Joins the Valkyries”

Sep 10, 2025 50m

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights Cecilia Zandalasini, our incredible Italian player, sporting jersey #24. During this season she stepped away for a few games to return to Europe where she won…

S1E11 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 11: “More French Fire: Janelle Salaün Lights Up the Valkyries”

Sep 04, 2025 49m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights Janelle Salaün, one of the Valkyries’ French stars, sporting jersey #13. She has played on the French National Team and recently in Eurobasket. Though she is a…

S1E10 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 10: “Valkyries Queen: Laeticia Amihere Rules the Court”

Aug 11, 2025 40m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights Laeticia Amihere, the Valkyries’ dynamic forward known as The Black Queen, rocking jersey #3. A national champion with South Carolina under Dawn Staley, a 2023…

S1E9 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 9: “Tiffany Hayes: Veteran Legend of the Valkyries”

Jul 20, 2025 40m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights one of the Valkyries’ most experienced leaders: Tiffany Hayes, wearing jersey #15. A UConn champion turned WNBA All-Star, Hayes spent over a decade dominating…

S1E8 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 8: "All About Mo – Monique Billings, our Valkyries Renaissance Woman"

Jul 04, 2025 48m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights one of the Valkyries’ finest players: Monique Billings, wearing jersey #25. From dominating at UCLA to making her mark in Atlanta, and now rocking black and…

S1E7 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 7: “Big Vet Energy for the Valkyries from Small Town Gal, Kayla Thornton!"

Jun 24, 2025 38m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights one of the Valkyries’ real-deal anchors: Kayla Thornton, wearing jersey #5. She’s an incredible defender and an experienced vet. Best accomplishment this year…

S1E6 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 6: « Kate Money Martin Brings her Team Spirit Glue to the Valkyries »

Jun 14, 2025 44m

Send us Fan Mail This episode highlights the one and only, Kate Martin. She's the energetic spark plug and our glue now rocking the Golden State Valkyries jersey #20. From her 6-year run at Iowa…

S1E5 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 5: “2025 MIP or MVP?! Veronica Burton Rules Ballhalla”

Jun 06, 2025 35m

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights Veronica Burton, the clutch playmaker now rocking the Golden State Valkyries jersey #22. From Northwestern stardom to her seasons with Dallas and Connecticut,…

S1E4 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 4: “Temi Fagbenle: Experienced Leadership for the Valkyries”

May 29, 2025 29m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights Temi Fagbenle—the seasoned vet, Olympic baller, and newest powerhouse joining the Golden State Valkyries wearing jersey #14. From London roots to Harvard halls…

S1E3 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 3: “Bonjour, Carla Leite: The Valkyries’ French Phenomenon”

May 24, 2025 20m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThis episode highlights Carla Leite—the fearless 19-year-old guard from France who’s now suiting up for the Golden State Valkyries wearing jersey #0. From dominating the court in Lyon…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Valkyries, Say Less have?

Valkyries, Say Less has published 22 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Basketball, Sports.

Is Valkyries, Say Less still active?

Valkyries, Say Less is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 37m.