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Who are the StudBudz? The basketball duo behind the 72-hour WNBA All-Star livestream
WNBA fans got an unprecedented glimpse into the league's All-Star Weekend thanks to a 72-hour livestream from basketball duo the StudBudz. And if you don't know them by now, you're definitely going to want to change that. Who are the StudBudz? Courtney Williams and Natisha "T" Hiedeman both play for the Minnesota Lynx. Earlier this year, they put their friendship to work in a new way by starting up a Twitch channel called StudBudz, where they've streamed game reactions, casual interviews with other players, or just hanging out. What sets StudBudz apart from any other attempts to cover the WNBA is, of course, that the call is coming from inside the house. Who better to bring fans on a journey into the league than actual WNBA players? It isn't just that Williams and Hiedeman know the game, but they know the players. They've got a perspective that's unrivaled—and the fact that they're damn entertaining has certainly played a role in how quickly their channel was growing even before All-Star Weekend. "I think that me and Courtney just embrace who we are as people, who we are as athletes," Hiedeman previously told Forbes. "And I think that's kind of where the name came from. For sure, we're just two stud buds hanging out." Court Williams Williams' college career saw her playing for the South Florida Bulls all four years. She was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in the first round of the 2016 WNBA draft, chosen eighth overall. She was quickly traded to the Connecticut Sun the same year, where she played through the 2019 season. After that, she spent time with the Atlanta Dream, went back to the Connecticut Sun, played a year with the Chicago Sky, and finally landed with the Minnesota Lynx in 2024. Natisha "T" Hiedeman Hiedeman joined the WNBA in 2019 after spending her college years playing for the Marquette Golden Eagles in Milwaukee. She was actually initially drafted by the Lynx before getting traded (and waived by) the Sun. After a little more moving around, she ultimately played her first WNBA game with the Sun after all and, like Williams, signed with the Lynx in 2024. StudBudz livestreaming WNBA All-Star Weekend Williams was chosen for the All-Star roster, and Hiedeman opted to tag along to help run a 72-hour livestream of the event. That meant they weren't just covering gameplay, but everything going on over the weekend, from parties to hallway chats to hotel room pranks. For fans interested in the sapphic side of the WNBA, that meant a whole lot of relationship theories got confirmed (or as close to confirmed as we can get), and new theories may even have formed. But a lot of the best moments, and what captivated viewers to the point that StudBudz were all anyone was talking about for most of the weekend, were just players and other WNBA figures being themselves, cutting loose, and having a great time with their pals. The WNBA didn't need humanizing—fans have long been invested in the people behind these games—but it did offer a deeper dive and a more intimate look behind the curtain than we ever could have hoped for. This article originally appeared on Pride: Who are the StudBudz? The basketball duo behind the 72-hour WNBA All-Star livestream RELATED Watch this comic HILARIOUSLY break down exactly why WNBA is undeniably better than the NBA 11 rookie fits that slayed at the 2025 WNBA Draft From elephants to purple aliens, ranking the WNBA mascots by how Sapphic they are
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‘Coldplaygate' And Why Romance Thrives At Work, Despite Policies
Chris Martin of Coldplay inadvertantly outed an affair at a concert last week. This photo is from a ... More previous concert (Photo byfor SiriusXM) The viral Coldplay concert video, showing former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and his HR chief caught in an intimate moment, was viewed by over 100 million people. Despite the interest in the alleged affair, office relationships are incredibly common, and the workplace is one of the most frequent settings for extramarital affairs. The concert incident highlights how little control organizations have when it comes to managing workplace relationships. In case you somehow missed the viral video, Astronomer CEO Andy Byron was caught hugging his firm's HR officer, Kristin Cabot, on the jumbotron at a Coldplay concert in Massachusetts. Once they realized they were on screen, the couple sprang apart. Cabot covered her face, and Byron ducked from view. One TikTok video of the incident has garnered over 123 million views. After the pair appeared flustered by their appearance on the large screen, Chris Martin, Coldplay's lead vocalist, quipped to the crowd, 'Wow, what? Either they're having an affair, or they're just very shy. I'm not quite sure what to do.' Once the encounter was posted online, internet sleuths quickly detected the identity of the duo, and the encounter was deemed particularly inappropriate given Byron is married. According to the company, Byron has resigned as a result of the incident. Despite the internet sensation caused by the outing of the alleged couple, a significant percentage of extramarital affairs begin in the workplace. Estimates range from 44% to 85% of extramarital affairs are with a coworker. Paul Keable, the Chief Strategy Officer at Ashley Madison, a dating site for people seeking extramarital affairs says, "Our biggest competitor isn't other dating services—it's the workplace. It's where many people spend most of their time and energy and where people present their best selves. Naturally this creates an environment where lines can become blurred and affairs tend to take place.' Psychologists have found additional reasons for why romance is more likely to spark in the office. For example, simply being around someone repeatedly, like in the workplace, can increase our attraction to them. This phenomenon is called the mere exposure effect. In a classic study, participants rated photos of faces more favorably the more frequently they had seen them. Another experiment showed that even brief encounters can increase attraction. In the context of work, repeated contact with colleagues will likely increase romantic interest over time. Most people don't act on this interest, but according to a 2025 Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) survey, more than half of workers have participated in a workplace romance at some point in their career. To make things worse, organizational bans on workplace romance may have the unintended effect of making these relationships even more tempting. Researchers have found that forbidden love can increase desire and make the relationship seem more desirable, simply because it's off-limits. The same dynamic applies to extramarital affairs, where the forbidden nature makes them seem more appealing. In many cases, workplace romances can be effectively managed by an organization, but transparency is key. Disclosing a romantic relationship to management or human resources allows the organization to monitor the situation to ensure that there is no favoritism. But most people don't disclose their workplace romances. A 2024 survey by SHRM revealed that only 22% of those involved in workplace relationships disclosed the relationship to their employer. Another survey found that for Gen X, the percentage was even higher, with 86% keeping their relationship secret. 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Nonetheless, they have released a statement on X, saying, 'Our leaders are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability, and recently, that standard was not met.' It's unlikely that any policy would have prevented the alleged romance at Astronomer. When the head of HR, the very person responsible for enforcing professional boundaries at work, is involved, it underscores the difficulty in controlling these relationships. Generally, it's unreasonable for organizations to expect that workplace romances won't happen, even if they have policies forbidding them. And when they do happen, if they are extramarital or subordinate-superior relationships, it's unreasonable to expect that the romance will be disclosed. For organizations, it's often a no-win situation.
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Joe Rogan Called 'Disrespectful' for Skipping Major Event
Joe Rogan Called 'Disrespectful' for Skipping Major Event originally appeared on Men's Fitness. Joe Rogan's absence from the commentary booth for UFC 318 has left fans scratching their heads in confusion, calling the decision "disrespectful." Mixed martial arts' top promotion returns to Louisiana on July 19 for UFC 318, where Dustin Poirier will step into the Octagon for the final time. As MMA Junkie shared in an Instagram post, Jon Anik, Paul Felder, and Daniel Cormier will be holding down commentary for UFC 318. Rogan doesn't travel to international events, but with this one being a U.S.-based pay-per-view event, UFC fans were shocked to see Rogan not attending. According to Bloody Elbow, this would mark Rogan's first absence for a U.S.-based pay-per-view event since 2022."Damn…kinda sad we won't see Rogan interview DP for his final fight. I think that's kind of disrespectful honestly. DP is a legend, the card may not be the best but respect what this man's done," one Instagram user wrote on MMA Junkie's post. "No f------ way Joe Rogan is gonna miss DPs retirement fight," another user commented. But, some have come to Rogan's defense, speculating that he may be in the crowd for the event rather than on the mic. "I wouldn't be surprised if Joe is there to watch Dustin fight one last time with his boy Theo. Actually enjoy watching one of the greatest fighters ever wrap up his career with his friends," CBS and Showtime analyst Josh Thompson tweeted. After a nearly 20-year MMA career, Poirier will face Max Holloway for his retirement match at UFC 318. It will be their third matchup, taking place near Poirier's hometown of Lafeyette, Rogan Called 'Disrespectful' for Skipping Major Event first appeared on Men's Fitness on Jul 16, 2025 This story was originally reported by Men's Fitness on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
