The Women’s World Cup kicked off on Thursday in Australia and New Zealand. And it's on track to become the most attended standalone women’s sporting event in history, according to FIFA. What sets this year’s contest apart?

• Plus, "Oppenheimer" brings painful memories for New Mexico Hispanics.
• And, Wesleyan University becomes the latest to end legacy admissions.

Guests: Axios' Jeff Tracy and Russell Contreras.

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