Valkyries, Say Less

Vanessa & Raina

English Basketball Sports

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Episodes 17

Avg. Duration 38m

Activity Moderate

Since May 2025

Latest Episode Jan 2026

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Every 2 Weeks

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Episodic

Consistency

24%

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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 moms, teachers, 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

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

Jan 23, 2026 53m Transcript

Send a textAfter 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. Way…

Special Feature: Coach Natalie Nakase on "Section 415" with Kerry Crowley

Nov 04, 2025 27m Transcript

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

Oct 20, 2025 53m Transcript

Send a textThis 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 off…

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

Sep 26, 2025 34m Transcript

Send a textThis 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 🎙️ Episode 13: “From the French National team to the Valkyries: Iliana Rupert”

Sep 17, 2025 39m Transcript

Send a textThis 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 Vegas…

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

Sep 10, 2025 50m

Send a textThis 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 a…

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

Sep 04, 2025 49m Transcript

Send a textThis 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 🎙️ Episode 10: “Valkyries Queen: Laeticia Amihere Rules the Court”

Aug 11, 2025 40m Transcript

Send a textThis 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 WNBA…

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

Jul 20, 2025 40m Transcript

Send a textThis 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 in…

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

Jul 04, 2025 48m Transcript

Send a textThis 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 violet…

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

Jun 24, 2025 38m Transcript

Send a textThis 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 is…

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

Jun 14, 2025 44m

Send a text 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 (remember…

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

Jun 06, 2025 35m

Send a textThis 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 🎙️ Episode 4: “Temi Fagbenle: Experienced Leadership for the Valkyries”

May 29, 2025 29m Transcript

Send a textThis 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 to…

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

May 24, 2025 20m Transcript

Send a textThis 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 to…

S1E2 🎙️ Episode 2: "Valkyries Coach Natalie Nakase — We’re Officially Obsessed"

May 16, 2025 30m Transcript

Send a textThis episode highlights the Coach Natalie Nakase—head coach for the Golden State Valkyries and our new personal hero. We get into her journey from playing ball at UCLA to coaching overseas…

S1E1 🎙️ Episode 1: “Meet the Valkyries (and Us)”

May 13, 2025 19m Transcript

Send a textEpisode 1: “Meet the Valkyries (and Us)”In our debut episode, we introduce ourselves—two former hoopers turned SF educators, moms, artists and entrepreneurs—and share why we’re all in on…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Valkyries, Say Less have?

Valkyries, Say Less has published 17 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Basketball, Sports.

Is Valkyries, Say Less still active?

Valkyries, Say Less is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 38m.