Liberty F.M.

Felicia and Francois discuss the New York Liberty's first matchup against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever: - MVP Stewie is back! - Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's defense on Caitlin Clark - Breanna Stewart & Jonquel Jones disrupting the flow of NaLyssa Smith & Aliyah Boston - Good minutes from Nyara Sabally, Kennedy Burke & Kayla Thornton - The New York Liberty showcase dominance, while Indiana Fever's rebuilding journey continues - What to expect for the New York Liberty's home opener against the Fever FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss New York Liberty's first game of the 2024 WNBA Season against the Washington Mystics: - Jonquel Jones on a MVP level - Sandy Brondello using her bench & figuring out rotations - Turnovers: the Achilles' heel of the NY Liberty - Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, the X-Factor - Sabrina Ionescu's adjustments compared to last season - An exciting close game - Focus on roster cuts: Esmery Martinez & Jaylyn Sherrod - Game preview against the Indiana Fever & the 1st matchup against Caitlin Clark FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Welcome to Liberty F.M. for the premiere of our 2nd Season! In this episode, your hosts Felicia and Francois come back to give you an exhaustive perspective on the New York Liberty's eventful new WNBA season: - Resigning Superstars: Jonquel Jones and Breanna Stewart - Unfinished Business - Roster Revamp Needed (Focus on Kennedy Burke, Leonie Fiebich, Ivana Dojkić and Nyara Sabally) - Focus on rookies: Marquesha Davis, Esmery Martinez and Jaylyn Sherrod) - A challenge for the league: Accelerated Growth - Optimism and Predictions for the Season FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the fourth game of the 2023 WNBA Finals between the New York Liberty and the Las Vegas Aces. A excruciating loss for the Liberty and a back-to-back title for the Aces, a first in 21 years: - The Aces defensive plan: Let Vandersloot shoot and prevent Jonquel Jones to have the ball in the paint - The New York Liberty's struggles - The Aces attacked the paint - Emotional last few minutes - Back to back title for the Aces FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the third game of the 2023 WNBA Finals between the New York Liberty and the Las Vegas Aces: - The Liberty's adjustments defensively - Jonquel Jones the leader of the New York Liberty - Chelsea Gray's injury and how it was covered by ESPN - What adjustments the Aces will have to make if they don't have Chelsea Gray - Keys to winning Game 4 for the Liberty FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the second game of the 2023 WNBA Finals between the New York Liberty and the Las Vegas Aces: - The Aces knock out the Liberty with an incredible first quarter - Jonquel Jones leads an incredible comeback in the second quarter - The meltdown of the guards: Sabrina Ionescu is targeted on defense - What can the Liberty do in Game 3 to keep this series alive? FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the first game of the 2023 WNBA Finals between the New York Liberty and the Las Vegas Aces: - First impressions (0:38) - Marine Johannès and Jonquel Jones shining in the first half (4:00) - The Liberty have no response for Jackie Young and Kelsey Plum (7:01) - Momentum shift in the 3rd quarter (12:28) - Did the Aces target Vandersloot to win this game? (22:29) FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss Game 3 and 4 of the Semifinals between the New York Liberty and the Connecticut Sun as well as the upcoming matchup with the Aces for the 2023 WNBA Finals: - Game 3 (1:00) - Game 4 (14:18) - Preview of the WNBA Finals between the Liberty and the Aces (36:40) FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the second game of the semifinals between the New York Liberty and the Connecticut Sun: - First impressions (0:38) - Jonquel Jones dominating in the paint (5:31) - Connecticut's defense on Breanna Stewart + how she had to adjust (10:38) - Sabrina Ionescu found new ways to attack CT's defense (13:44) - The turning point: The zone defense by the Liberty (16:54) - Betnijah Laney and Courtney Vandersloot: The MVPs of Game 2 (28:05) - Key Factors for Game 3 (32:47) FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the first game of the semifinals between the New York Liberty and the Connecticut Sun with the Sun creating the upset: - First impressions (0:41) - Rebecca Allen back with a vengeance (3:15) - DeWanna Bonner was a problem (4:50) - The Liberty's defense: Not at their normal level (6:09) - Connecticut's defense made adjustments compared to the regular season (11:11) - Kayla Thornton and Marine Johannès brought a different energy (12:56) - The Liberty have to better start 3rd quarters (15:32) - Breanna Stewart's shooting efficiency (19:45) - Betnijah Laney and Breanna Stewart get All-Defensive Teams accolades but should the voting system change? (28:38) FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the second game of Round 1 of the 2023 WNBA Playoffs between the New York Liberty and the Washington Mystics with the Liberty advancing to the semi-finals: - First impressions (0:40) - Natasha Cloud is on a mission (1:38) - The Liberty rely on Jonquel Jones and Breanna Stewart (6:13) - 2nd half struggles for the Liberty (8:27) - Sandy Brondello relied a lot on her starting five to get the job done (14:07) - 4th Quarter: a rollercoaster of emotions (19:58) - The Liberty are taking care of business in Overtime (28:24) - Natasha Cloud's postgame conference (35:27) - What to expect for the Semi-Finals (40:54) - Amazing Liberty crowd at the Barclays (45:36) FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the first game of Round 1 of the 2023 WNBA Playoffs between the New York Liberty and the Washington Mystics: - The Mystics find their way offensively (0:45) - There is no title hope without Betnijah Laney (3:23) - Jonquel Jones is the X-Factor (12:23) - Sabrina Ionescu took over the 2nd half (15:34) - Jonathan Kolb and the Liberty's journey to new hopes (22:00) - Keys to Game 2 (30:42) FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the 3 games that the New York Liberty played this past week against the Dallas Wings on August 28th, the LA Sparks on September 5th and the Washington Mystics on September 10th: GAME against the DALLAS WINGS (0:44) - A battle that had a playoff feel - Breanna Stewart shows why she's the Win Shares leader - Betnijah Laney's versatility helps the Liberty GAME against the LA SPARKS (12:22) - A tough start for the Liberty and a tough defense from the Sparks - Stefanie Dolson is a Bucket - Sabrina gets her groove back and beats Diana Taurasi's 3pt record GAME against the WASHINGTON MYSTICS (29:31) - A game without consequences - The crowd lifts the Liberty - Natasha Cloud and Brittney Sykes ruin the day for the Liberty - What are the keys to this Playoff Matchup? FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the 3 games that the New York Liberty played this past week against the Las Vegas Aces on August 28th, the Connecticut Sun on September 1st and the Chicago Sky on September 3rd: GAME against the LAS VEGAS ACES (0:43) - The New York Liberty team has grown - Sabrina Ionescu is climbing the WNBA's ladders - Liberty Unlocked: Betnijah Laney, potential DPOY - Defense and Versatility: the ingredients of New York Liberty's success GAME against the CONNECTICUT SUN (23:00) - Betnijah Laney and Marine Johannès cover for Sabrina Ionescu's absence - The fast tempo and the defense of the Liberty are too much for the Sun GAME against the CHICAGO SKY (37:44) - A bit of complacency in the first half - Courtney Vandersloot: MVP performance FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the 2 games that the New York Liberty played this past week against the Connecticut Sun on August 24th and against the Minnesota Lynx on August 26th as well as an update on the MVP Race and a projection into potential Playoffs Matchups: GAME against the CONNECTICUT SUN (0:40) - Connecticut's defense and DeWanna Bonner challenge the Liberty - Second half adjustments: small ball and playing more with Jonquel Jones - Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu step up at the perfect time GAME against the MINNESOTA LYNX (26:28) - Breanna Stewart on a MVP Level - Great overall performance - Han Xu finally get some playing time KEY FACTORS for the game against the Aces on August 28th (36:44) HEAT CHECK on the MVP Race (44:10) POTENTIAL PLAYOFFS MATCHUPS for the New York Liberty (51:00) FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the 3 games that the New York Liberty played this past week including the Commissioner's Cup Final and a regular season game against the Las Vegas Aces and finally a game in Phoenix against the Mercury on August 18th: COMMISSIONER'S CUP FINAL (0:46) - Jonquel Jones and Marine Johannès: the key players to Liberty's win - The Liberty are closing the gap with the Aces REGULAR SEASON GAME against the Las Vegas Aces (25:49) - The Aces made the adjustments and played with a chip on their shoulder - Deciding factor: Jonquel Jones foul troubles - Why is Marine Johannès not playing more? - Should we be worried about Vandersloot? - Is there a rising tension between the Liberty and the Aces? GAME against the Phoenix Mercury (55:50) - Betnijah Laney and Marine Johannès: the MVPs of the game - Sabrina Ionescu is getting closer to a record 3pt shooting season FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod

Felicia and Francois discuss the 2 games that the New York Liberty played this past week against the Chicago Sky on August 11th and the Indiana Fever August 13th as well as upcoming games and the MVP Race: GAME against the CHICAGO SKY (2:01) - The New York Liberty are not the same team since the last matchup against the Sky - Sabrina Ionescu is more than just a three point shooter (11:03) - The atmosphere at the Barclays Center and a growing fanbase (17:44) GAME against the INDIANA FEVER (26:38) - High tempo first quarter - Breanna Stewart on Superstar Mode (27:45) - There is no easy game in the WNBA (33:00) - The Liberty just like the Aces are on course to beat statistical records (40:21) UPCOMING GAMES for the Liberty against the Las Vegas Aces and the Phoenix Mercury (44:44) WNBA MVP DEBATE: Who should get the crown between Breanna Stewart, A'ja Wilson and Alyssa Thomas? (48:26) FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod/

Felicia and Francois discuss the 3 games that the New York Liberty played this past week against the Los Angeles Sparks on August 1st, the Minnesota Lynx on August 4th, and against the Las Vegas Aces on August 6th: GAME against the LOS ANGELES SPARKS (0:44) - Courtney Vandersloot carrying the torch for the Liberty GAME against the MINNESOTA LYNX (10:32) - A challenging first half - Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones: the dominant forces of the 2nd half GAME against the LAS VEGAS ACES (20:45) - The New York crowd came to support - A 1st quarter living up to the hype - Jonquel Jones' flagrant foul 1 against A'ja Wilson - Sabrina Ionescu on a mission - The defensive plan against A'ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray - A 3rd quarter dream performance for the Liberty FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod/

Felicia and Francois discuss the 4 games that the New York Liberty played this past week against the Seattle Storm on July 25th, the Atlanta Dream on July 27th, the Minnesota Lynx on July 28th and against the Los Angeles Sparks on July 30th: GAME against the SEATTLE STORM (0:41) - Jewell Loyd and the Storm have figured something out - Jonquel Jones and Sabrina Ionescu: the leaders of the comeback GAME against the ATLANTA DREAM (12:43) - Is this game on everybody's calendar? - Jonquel Jones continues her MVP week - A plan to stop Rhyne Howard - MVP performance from Breanna Stewart in the first half - Queen Bee, Betnijah Laney, finishes the job in the 4th GAME against the MINNESOTA LYNX (30:15) - Off night for the Liberty? - Minnesota's defense and contributions from their rookies - A late push by the Liberty that is not enough GAME against the LOS ANGELES SPARKS (41:21) - Marine Johannès and the Liberty like the LA stage - The incredible comeback story of Dearica Hamby EXPECTATIONS FOR UPCOMING GAMES (54:54) FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod/

Felicia and Francois discuss the 2 games that the New York Liberty played against the Washington Mystics on July 21st and against the Indiana Fever on July 23rd: GAME against the WASHINGTON MYSTICS - Jonquel Jones back to her MVP level - Sabrina Ionescu: the team's conductor - Turnovers still an issue for the Liberty - Sabrina and Stewie vs the Mystics' guards - Marine Johannès playing with more joy GAME against the INDIANA FEVER - A record first quarter for the Liberty - "Betnijah is a Bucket" - Jonquel Jones and Marine Johannès stopped overthinking - The Liberty had a plan against Aliyah Boston - Teamwork makes the dream work for the Liberty FOLLOW LIBERTY F.M. ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/libertyfmpod/