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Air Buds

Air Buds is a basketball lifestyle podcast hosted by Jamel Johnson, Peter Moses, and Mike Benner where they have stupid smart discussions about the NBA.We are now releasing all full episodes at patreon.com/airbudspod!

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Episodes

WNBA Playoff Action w/Nia Symone

The Buds are joined by Nia Symone from the In The Clutch Podcast to discuss all things Wubble including League superlatives, Finals predictions, and integrated marketing schemes. Plus Jamel remembers a brief interaction with league MVP A’ja Wilson. Enjoy!! AirBudspod.com Support The Buds! Buy a shirt! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 21, 202047 minEp. 190

Five Finger Liq Picks w/Trey Kerby

The Buds are joined by Trey Kerby of No Dunks to talk about the Heat beating the Celtics to take a 2-0 lead, Lakers versus Nuggets WCF, and Trey chooses his Five Finger Liquids. It’s a fun Friday bonus baby! AirBudsPod.com Support the Buds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 18, 202044 minEp. 189

TE1: Travis Kelce (2013-2020)

On his new Podcast TE1, Seattle Seahawks Tight End Greg Olsen talks to current and former players who help change the position from extra lineman to modern superstar. On this episode, he talks with freshly minted Super Bowl Champion Travis Kelce about growing up in Cleveland Heights, running the wildcat at University of Cincinnati, and how his experience as a QB helped shape his transition to the tight end position. Travis tells some amazing stories about getting picked off on his only pass atte...

Sep 15, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 188

Code BUDS

The Buds get together for a weird one! They talk about the Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets stretching their series to game 7 against the Clippers, John Wall’s Blood birthday at Bucky Beese, and NBA twins. Go to Manscaped.com and use code BUDS to get 20% off plus free shipping! AirBudspod.com Support The Buds! Buy a Shirt! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 14, 202055 minEp. 187

Raptors vs. Celtics, Dion Waiters' Diamond Choker, and Danuel House Pops the Bubble? (Patreon Preview)

Happy basketball! In this episode, the Buds talk about the Raptors and Celtics' thrilling 2 overtime game, make predictions for Lakers and Rockets, debate which team has the finest coterie of white ballers, and Danuel House's mysterious bubble activities. Subscribe to the Air Buds' Patreon to hear the whole episode! Support the Buds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 10, 202016 minEp. 186

Playoffs Playoffs Look At Them Go!

The Buds dive head first into the second round of the NBA Playoffs by discussing NBA Commercials and how Jamel accidentally ended up at Peter’s apartment. Then they dig into LeBron looking good, PJ Tucker being the Rockets MVP and Giannis slander for everyone’s liking. Be sure leave a five star review so the buds can read whatever you say live on the show. Happy Basketball! AirBudsPod.com Support The Buds! Buy a shirt! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted o...

Sep 07, 202051 minEp. 185

Rockets, Scott Foster, and Hello Miami (PATREON PREVIEW)

Buds coming at you with a Patreon preview babayyyyyyy. Rockets over OKC, Scott Foster is always the star of his own movie and a whole lot more. Listen to the entire episode on our Patreon where we donate the majority of the proceeds to BLM related causes and organizations. Happy Basketball! Subscribe to Patreon Here, babayyyy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 03, 202019 minEp. 184

Rooftop Reunion

The buds put down their first in person episode in over half a year. The boys talk about Jamel's east coast exploits, the suffering Sixers, predictions for the upcoming games... and so much more. Pardon are technical difficulties, but we still think we threw together a good one! Happy Basketball! patreon, t-shirts and everything else at AirBudsPod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 31, 202050 minEp. 183

Sixers Get Swept and White Boy Problems with Adam Friedland

Jamel and Benner welcome returning guest Adam Friedland (Cumtown Podcast) to talk about the Sixers getting swept (Benner is in a funk about it), controversial Judeo-Christian rappers and what they have done to their bodies, as well as Montrezl Harrell calling Luka Doncic a white boy. It’s a fun one! AirBudsPod.com Buy a shirt! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 24, 202046 minEp. 182

Cats, Celtics & Bubble Talk with Sam Jay

The incredible Sam Jay (SNL, Netflix) steps through to talk about her favorite young Celtic, hating Philadelphia, why we all kind of hate Giannis now, and why her cat is now Haitian. If you haven’t watched it already, Sam’s newly released Netflix special “3 In The Morning”, much like Dame in the bubble, is appointment TV. Playoffs here we come! Happy Basketball! Buy a shirt! AirBudsPod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Aug 17, 202056 minEp. 181

Shaqaroni Time w/Zak Toscani (Patreon Preview)

The Buds welcome the hilarious Zak Toscani to talk about Damian Lillard, why American tennis isn’t good anymore, and the eastern conference playoff picture before settling in for an in-depth review of Papa John’s Shaqaroni pizza. Is it good? Is it bad? Does our rating system make sense? Listen in and decide for yourself! Subscribe to our Patreon! Purchase a shirt! AirBudsPod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Aug 13, 202023 minEp. 180

Suns 🔥, Dame ⌚️ & Sixers 🏩

The Buds attempt to figure out who plays for the right to lose to LeBron, why PG thinks he can fuck with Dame and ponder if the Suns ever lose again. They also come up with a new version of Peleton where someone chases you for exercise. It’s a real one! Happy basketball, babies. Thanks again to our sponsor Deal Dash. Use our link and enter the code "BUDS" to receive an extra 100 free bids upon signup. https://dealdash.fm/BUDS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices H...

Aug 10, 202054 minEp. 179

Parity reigns down on the Bubble (minus the Sixers)

The Buds react to the first weekend of “Christmas Everyday” basketball. It turns out basketball is still tight as hell. They touch on the contenders for the play-in tournament, the shitty Pelicans and Kings, LeBron’s motivation after beating the Clippers and did Jonathan Issac fly too close to the Bubble sun. Buy a t-shirt and happy basketball! Thanks to our sponsor Deal Dash. Use out code " BUDS " to receive 100 free bids upon signup. https://dealdash.fm/BUDS Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Aug 03, 202050 minEp. 178

Real Life Basketball is Back & A Special Song (PATREON PREVIEW)

Actually Happy Basketball! The Buds crack some brews and break down the real NBA games that kicked off from the bubble. They talk about Iggy not putting any respect on Ariel Powers' name, KD's potentially sly defense of his old teammate, Jamel gives great advice on how to distribute Zion's minutes, Battle of LA recap and Peter sings an amazingly terrible song. It's Christmas every day now so let's rock! To Listen to the Full Episode subscribe to the Patreon here. NBA AAU Bubble T-Shirts can be p...

Jul 31, 202021 minEp. 177

SPECIAL REPORT with Magic City Food Investigator Decatur Dan

Lou Williams went to Atlanta and everyone lost their gawd damn minds. This Air Buds Special Report features music video director and producer Decatur Dan (Daniel Hall) who takes us deep inside the inner-workings of the Magic City kitchen experience. From breaking down the Lou Williams food order to shooting Future's music video "Magic" on the roof of the establishment, Dan gives you an understanding of the NBA Bubble scandal you will not get on any other podcast. We are journalists now. Happy Ba...

Jul 28, 202028 minEp. 176

Meet me in the Wubble with Sabreena Merchant

The Buds are joined by SB Nations’ Sabreena Merchant to break down all things WNBA as they tip off with real actual basketball games. They chat about how the WNBA social justice message leads by example and adorable kids sitting court-side before breaking down all 12 teams and their playoff chances. It’s a good one! Stay safe and Happy Basketball!... ... Be sure to grab your NBA National Championship T-Shirts and Join the Patreon at AirBudsPod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

Jul 27, 20201 hr 4 minEp. 175

Patreon Preview: Bol Bol is Bubble MVP, Christmas Every Day & Mike Activates the Militia

The Buds react to watching basketball in a Disney hotel ballroom, how to create Bol Bol on 2k (hint: impossible) and what it's going to feel like to have Christmas basketball everyday for fifteen straight days. Subscribe to the Patreon to hear the whole Episode. Grab an exclusive NBA Bubble T-Shirt here. @airbudspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 23, 202039 minEp. 174

Braids, Popeyes & Group Economics

The Buds turn up the heat as the bubble action approaches. In this weeks episode they ask themselves important questions like “How are we supposed to enjoy the NBA right now?”, “Is the NBA Bubble Barbershop an elaborate cover up?” and “What is the NBA Bubble Twitter account gonna get suspended for?” They also touch on Scottie’s braids, LeBron’s secret abode and of course James Hardens face mask. Happy Basketball! @AirBudsPod AirBudsPod.com Golden Goal Podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podc...

Jul 20, 202044 minEp. 173

Poppin’ Beers in the Bubble w/Errol Chatham

On today’s episode we welcome the very funny Errol Chatham (Odd Future affiliate, Jasper & Errol’s First Time) to chat about Woj’s bomb, JJ Redick shotgunning beers, Ben Simmons refusal to shoot, Jamel getting in trouble at a Wegman’s, and LeBron deciding to put “James” on the back of his jersey. It’s a fun one! Follow us @AirbudsPod & subscribe to our Patreon for even more exclusive content. Thanks again to our sponsor BetOnline.ag Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

Jul 13, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 172

Patreon Preview: WNBA's Got A Donald Sterling & Oh No Stephen Jackson

PATREON PRVIEW: The Buds recap an eventful basketball week without any basketball. WNBA has a terrible owner, Stephen Jackson broke our hearts, dabble on a little bit of the Barstool drama and so much more. Be sure to hop into the patreon to join our Slack community and listen to the rest of this episode! Happy Basketball ya crazy kids! Patreon.com/Airbudspod @airbudspod airbudspod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Jul 10, 20202 hr 6 minEp. 171

House of Stavs w/ Stavros Halkias

Pod Don’t Lie and Cumtown Podcast’s Stavros Halkias ( @stavvybaby ) joins the buds for a classic. They talk second bubble madness, which NBA player breaks the bubble rules first, Stav’s future family and reality TV show and the possibility futuristic AI/Tron style NBA season. Happy National Cookout Day, Happy Basketball and Stay safe! All patreon proceeds going to BLM affiliated causes. Sign up and grab swag at AirBudsPod.com Follow us at @AirBudsPod on everything and leave a 5-star review so Mi...

Jul 06, 202059 minEp. 170

Disney Police and Dion Waiters with Chinedu Unaka

The Buds welcome back returning champ Chinedu Unaka ( @chineducomedy ) to get them hyped for the NBA national AAU tournament. They talk Dion Waiters, Pelicans, Vince Carter's Hall of Fame argument and old Karl Malone. Plus, listen to Chinedu find out Gordon Hayward rolls with "all lives matter" in real time. Happy Basketball! This month all proceeds from the Patreon are going to BLM causes. @AirBudsPod AirBudsPod.com Patreon.com/AirBudsPod The podcast is brought to you by BetOnline.ag Learn more...

Jun 29, 202053 minEp. 169

The Bursting Bubble and Suge Knight Stories with Josiah Johnson

Buds welcome in NBA Twitter royalty Josiah Johnson ( @KingJosiah54 ) to the show. They talk about their desire to see ball against their fear of people getting sick, Josiah's dad's experience at a Donald Sterling Christmas party, the Ringers diversity problem, and personal stories about Suge Knight. Truly an all-timer, so much great tuff in this episode. Be sure to subscribe on Apple and leave us a five-star review so Mike will be forced to read it on the air. Stay safe and Happy Basketball! Pat...

Jun 25, 202047 minEp. 168

To Bubble or Not To Bubble + Madame Secretary Jersey Talk

The buds wonder if this bubble is going to actually happen. Is America fucking up sports right now for the foreseeable future? Will the Lopez brothers break into Disney World regardless? Jamel raises some concerns about John Wall’s public speaking plus so much more. A great episode for not so great times. Happy Basketball! Join the Patreon and grab some merch at AirBudsPod.com Survey Link: https://bit.ly/2Ybr18V Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast...

Jun 22, 202054 minEp. 167

Kyrie's Revolt with Young Nut

On today's episode, the Buds welcome rapper Young Nut to talk about Kyrie Irving's concerns about the NBA returning, the roster of absolute hotties on the Phoenix Suns, and golf-related pornography. As a reminder, we're donating all Patreon monies to Black Lives Matter and related causes, so head on over to Patreon.com/AirBudsPod if you wanna donate AND get exclusive content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Jun 15, 202058 minEp. 166

NBA: Les Miserables (Patreon Preview)

Buds are here for a packed Patreon episode. They discuss an Elizabeth Warren style restaurant business model, the group of NBA players considering backing out of the upcoming NBA AAU Tournament, who the police of Disney World are, who the fake police of the Disney Universe are, was Kanye Snape-ing this whole time, Harry Potter magic used correctly and so much more. To listen to the whole episode head to patreon.com/airbudspod . All proceeds from our Patreon will be going to donated to Black Live...

Jun 11, 202023 minEp. 165

Sexy Protests & All-Star Fairy Tales with Yusuf Ali

The world is still on fire, but the buds remain committed to the pod. They welcome comedian Yusuf Ali to the program to talk about his fairy tale all-star weekend in Cleveland ’97, Disney World lock-out for NBA families, and Jamel reveals a surprising connection to Birthday Boi Allen Iverson. Happy basketball and keep protesting. AIRBUDSPOD.COM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 08, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 164

Drew Brees, Bill Simmons & Boogie Cousins, NBA AAU MVP (PATREON PREVIEW)

In this PATREON PREVIEW, Jamel, Mike and Peter do their best to keep the laughs rolling while the world remains on fire. The buds discuss Drew Brees, the trash talk and sneaker squeaks during the NBA AAU experiment, and Boogie Cousins getting justice with a single tweet. Later on we dive into why we've been on the "No thanks, Bill Simmons" train for years now. All proceeds from this podcast this month (Ads and Patreon) are going towards Black Live Matter - LA and COVID relief funds for protestor...

Jun 05, 202034 minEp. 163

Stories About Cops with Carl Tart & Clark Jones

This week Jamel, Clark Jones and Carl Tart to talk about cops fucking with them. Stay safe and remember that government and their institutions have failed all of us. @airbudspod & airbudspod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 01, 20201 hr 2 minEp. 162

MJ vs. LeBron with Tim Baltz

The great return of Tim Baltz (Righteous Gemstones, Veep)! They buds reminisce with him growing up in the prime of the Bulls run before getting into a hearty MJ v. Lebron debate. They get stat and era crazy before talking about the most important thing… Tim’s appearance as a Christian police officer on Chicago P.D. A great time for one and all. Happy Basketball! AirBudsPod.com for any and everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast....

May 25, 20201 hr 13 minEp. 161
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