Valkyries, Say Less

🎙️ Valkyries, Say Less

Hosted by Vanessa Hutchinson-Szekely & Raina Mast

Two former high school hoopers turned San Francisco moms, teachers, and entrepreneurs 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, a mom looking for community, 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 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.

Co-host

Raina Mast

Raina Mast is a multimedia artist, educator, former high school/college basketball player, and musician based in San Francisco. Born in Philadelphia, she is the daughter of Eddie Mast, a former professional basketball player for the New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks in the 1970s. Eddie earned accolades in the Eastern Professional Basketball League and was a coach in the Lehigh Valley basketball community before his passing in 1994.

Raina’s artistic journey spans ceramics, painting, and music. She creates handmade, functional, and sculptural pieces that emphasize beauty and joy in daily life. With a deep commitment to teaching and community engagement, Raina inspires others through her work. A passionate educator, she continues to connect with communities through her art, music, and teaching, leaving a lasting impact. And, she loves the Valkyries!

https://www.rainamast.com