Ep 11: The Bay and The Violet Wave
Oct 7, 202522m0
The Golden State Valkyries created a movement bigger than themselves. Today, we’ll hear about the "Violet Wave" on the Finale of Bounce: The Valkyries' 1st Season in the Bay.
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BOUNCE Season 2 chronicles the Golden State Valkyries' first season in the Bay. In this podcast, KALW considers the increasing popularity of women's sports, the persistent inequities, the emerging celebrities, and the impact of top athletes on the community. It's all set against the backdrop of the team's debut season unfolding in real time.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.
KALW hosts BOUNCE: The Valkyries' 1st Season in the Bay, a sports show with 28 episodes published.
The Golden State Valkyries created a movement bigger than themselves. Today, we’ll hear about the "Violet Wave" on the Finale of Bounce: The Valkyries' 1st Season in the Bay.
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