In this final All The Smoke Unplugged of 2024, Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson reflect on an unforgettable year in sports and culture. Matt pays tribute to baseball icon Ricky Henderson, who passed away this past weekend. Watch as Stak reveals a stunning Winner of the Year pick, followed by their breakdown of the electric Juju Watkins vs. Paige Bueckers matchup. The duo revisits their most memorable All The Smoke episodes of 2024, and Matt sits down with sports storyteller Frank Hrelja to discus...
Dec 24, 2024•28 min
Originally aired June 8th, 2023 On this week's episode of ALL THE SMOKE, Matt & Stak welcome back rap legend Lil Wayne to chop up the latest in the NBA and music world. Weezy shares his opinion on the JA Morant situation, picks who his NBA GOAT is, opens up about his music career and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min
In this powerful and candid conversation, NBA veteran Keyon Dooling breaks his silence in his first interview since his release. Dooling opens up about the NBA health insurance fraud case that made headlines and shares his personal perspective on the events that unfolded between 2017-2020, including his time in federal prison and the lessons learned during this challenging period. In an emotional segment, Dooling courageously discusses his mental health journey and advocacy work, sharing his sto...
Dec 19, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Buckle up for an explosive episode of Unplugged that pushes the boundaries of sports commentary and social discourse. This isn't just another podcast – it's a no-holds-barred deep dive into the most pressing conversations that others are afraid to have. Matt brings the heat with a razor-sharp critique of Washington Mystics owner Sheila Johnson's controversial comments about Caitlin Clark, exposing the real issues beneath the surface. We take a deep, unflinching look at racist incidents pla...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 4 min
*Originally aired Nov 30, 2023* NBA champ, Hall-of-Famer, and basketball legend, Dirk Nowitzki looks back on his incredible career, including tough playoff losses in 06' and 07', winning the 2011 title after beating Kobe, KD, and Lebron, and playing in the golden era of power forwards. Plus, he talks current-day Mavs and Luka Doncic taking over his mantle, Germany winning the FIBA world cup, his journey form getting discovered to winning NBA MVP, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener ...
Dec 14, 2024•1 hr 6 min
From the hardwood to Hollywood, ALL THE SMOKE has you covered with the biggest guests. This week, Matt and Stak are joined by the multi-talented actor, Omari Hardwick. Best known for his role as Ghost in POWER, Omari lets loose on his journey playing the iconic character and reveals if we will ever see Ghost again. Hardwick also dives deep into his upbringing in Georgia, from being a 3-sport athlete to becoming an actor. He speaks on the impact of his family and his experience as a father. See o...
Dec 12, 2024•1 hr 25 min
Matt and Stak are back with another episode of All The Smoke Unplugged, breaking down the latest in sports and culture. This week, they go deep on Gervonta Davis' potential retirement in 2025, debate the best NBA player to never win a championship, and dissect Juan Soto's massive deal with Mets. Andrew Schulz's controversial moment with Kendrick gets the full treatment, while the Neighborhood Hater delivers a classic Lakers roast. From Chris Paul's historic assist milestone to Stephen A. Smith's...
Dec 10, 2024•42 min
In the latest electrifying episode of ALL THE SMOKE, Cedric the Entertainer joins Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson for an explosive conversation that's part stand-up comedy, part insider storytelling. Ever wondered about the most hilarious take on the infamous Malice at the Palace? Cedric's got the joke that even Stak can't help but laugh at. Dive deep into Cedric's legendary comedy career as he shares untold stories about comedy icons like Bernie Mac, Redd Foxx, and Dick Gregory. But the laughs ...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 16 min
Drake vs. Kendrick just got legal so Matt linked up with DJ Hed to dissect the latest on their beef. They also debate who's the next face of hip-hop. Stak is back to discuss the NBA's crazy viewership drop, Bill Simmons claiming Caitlin Clark as the biggest young sports star in America under age 30, and Anthony Edwards calling the Timberwolves soft. They also dive into the Ohio State-Michigan brawl and Coach Prime's killer second season at Colorado. Another week of unfiltered All The Smoke conte...
Dec 03, 2024•57 min
Hip-hop's hidden architect finally tells his story. Matt and Stak sat down with The D.O.C. to discuss his journey through West Coast hip-hop’s most notable period. From his near-fatal car accident that changed his voice forever to navigating the complex dynamics of NWA, Suge Knight, and Death Row, D.O.C. reveals never-before-shared stories about his relationships with Dre, Cube, Snoop, and Eazy-E. H He opens up about his connection with Erykah Badu and teases upcoming projects. His voice might h...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Matt and Stak are back with another fire episode of All The Smoke Unplugged. This week, they dive into Kendrick's "GNX" album, sharing raw reactions and unfiltered takes. Stak spills on the top artists he's sitting on unreleased tracks with and teases exciting future collabs. Plus, our brand-new "5 with 5" segment makes its debut, where we rank the top 5 NBA players who can rap. And, as always, Neighborhood Hater Geno pulls up to deliver his hilarious Lakers roast. Stick around for an exclusive ...
Nov 26, 2024•36 min
Brandon Jennings joins All The Smoke to share his raw, unfiltered journey. From his roots in Compton to shaking up the game by skipping college for Italy, Jennings opens up about his move that changed basketball forever. He reflects on being Under Armour’s first signature basketball athlete, going head-to-head with Derrick Rose at Oak Hill, and his iconic 55-point game as a rookie in Milwaukee—against Steph Curry. Plus, did you know Stak was Jennings’ vet in Milwaukee? Matt and Stak dive deep wi...
Nov 21, 2024•55 min
In this episode of All The Smoke Unplugged, Matt Barnes opens up about his $600K in NBA career fines, from shoving Greg Stiemsma to the time Kobe Bryant covered his damages. Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. joins us to share his experience calling the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight and comparing his own Tyson bout to Jake's performance. Plus, Roy analyzes the Serrano-Taylor fight and discusses how Jake Paul can earn respect in the boxing world. We also hit the batting cages to put Geno and Ray to the...
Nov 19, 2024•37 min
All The Smoke Unplugged is back with another star-studded episode! First up, Matt is joined by NBA champ Trevor Ariza to dive into the latest NBA buzz, starting with two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo. Has Giannis cemented his spot as the NBA's newest villain? And with rumors swirling, is it time for the Bucks to trade their star player? The duo explores what a potential mega-trade could look like and who the top suitors might be. Next, they discuss the explosive rise of Anthony Edwards, who’s t...
Nov 12, 2024•32 min
Matt Barnes returns with another episode of All The Smoke Unplugged, joined by media personality Van Lathan. Van brings his trademark cultural commentary to unpack the intersection of sports, entertainment, and politics. The duo tackles Joel Embiid's 3-game suspension, the ramifications of Donald Trump winning the 2024 presidential election and Lil Wayne’s Super Bowl snub. Resident hater Geno stops by for his weekly appearance, bringing the heat with his unfiltered takes on the Dodgers' World Se...
Nov 07, 2024•42 min
Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson welcome NBA champion turned media sensation Kendrick Perkins for a raw and unfiltered conversation about his journey from the hardwood to becoming one of ESPN's most prominent voices. Big Perk opens up about his new multi-year ESPN contract and takes us behind the scenes of his typical NBA season week, sharing the screen with legends like Stephen A. Smith and Pat McAfee. Never one to hold back, Perk addresses recent controversies including the Celtics Ring Night d...
Nov 05, 2024•55 min
Matt and Stak sit down this week with Dana and David Pump – the OG architects of youth basketball who've been spotting and developing generational talent before it hits the mainstream. The Pump brothers pull back the curtain on their game-changing journey, dropping knowledge about their groundbreaking foundation and revealing untold stories of their deep connections with basketball royalty. From stories about Kobe Bryant to their game-changing relationships with industry titans like Sonny Vaccar...
Oct 31, 2024•34 min
Vice President Harris discusses the importance of voting, combating misinformation, and her commitment to supporting communities nationwide. She addresses recent misleading ads and emphasizes the power of truth and community engagement. The VP also shares her plans for economic support, including initiatives for small businesses and minority-owned enterprises. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 29, 2024•16 min
All The Smoke Unplugged returns with a bang! Three-time NBA champion Trevor Ariza joins Matt Barnes to keep it real on the league's biggest headlines.They get into everything from Embiid sitting back-to-backs to the D-Wade statue fiasco in Miami. Ariza, drawing from his 18 years in the league, breaks down Jimmy Butler's potential next move and the drama in Denver after Jokic called out his teammates. Raw, unfiltered, and straight from the source – this is the NBA talk you won't hear anywhere els...
Oct 29, 2024•38 min
Much love to 'The City Of Brotherly Love' who showed OUT for our ATS live tour! On the latest ALL THE SMOKE, Matt & Stak are joined by Gillie and Wallo to talk shop, share some incredible stories, and have some fun in front of a sold out Philly crowd! The guys reflect on their podcasting journeys and explain how they met. They also speak on Gillie's rap career, debate who won the beef between Kendrick Lamar & Drake, give their take on Diddy's current situation. Plus, they answer a ton of...
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Charlamagne Tha God sat down with Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday (October 15) for a live interview, billed as "We The People: An Audio Town Hall with Kamala Harris." Charlamagne hosted the Democratic candidate for president in Detroit, Michigan, for an hour-long interview that was broadcast on iHeartRadio stations across the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr
On today's episode of ALL THE SMOKE, the legendary Larry Johnson shares incredible stories in front of a sold out NYC crowd. Johnson looks back on his time as one of the faces of college basketball at UNLV. He reflects on the Runnin' Rebels blowout win over Duke in the 1990 NCAA Championship and winning the Naismith College Player of the Year in 1991. But it wasn't all glory during his time at UNLV. NCAA probes against the UNLV players and coaches were constant. Johnson opens up on what was real...
Oct 17, 2024•1 hr 17 min
On the latest episode of ALL THE SMOKE, 6-year NBA vet and 2000 NCAA champion, Mateen Cleaves, joins Matt & Stak for an energy filled sit down. Cleaves looks back on his high school and college days as a highly touted prospect, including playing in the 1996 McDonald’s All-American game with Kobe and winning the National Title over Florida in 2000. Plus, he explains what it was like playing under Tom Izzo and what makes him such a special coach. Also, he reflects on his NBA career, including ...
Oct 10, 2024•51 min
The Black Effect Presents... All The Smoke! NFL legend Lawrence Taylor joined us for an intimate and wide-ranging conversation about his extraordinary life and career. LT takes us on a journey from his early days playing pickup basketball at UNC to becoming the most dominant defensive player in NFL history. He shares candid stories about his relationships with coaching giants Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells, and reflects on how he revolutionized the game of football. Taylor also opens up about ...
Oct 06, 2024•52 min
On the latest episode of ALL THE SMOKE, former 2-time NBA All-Star and 2014 Defensive Player of the Year, Joakim Noah, sits down with Matt for an honest conversation. Noah remembers the legacy of a man who was larger than life, Dikembe Mutombo, and explains what he meant to African basketball. Plus, he reacts to his former teammate Derrick Rose officially retiring and looks back on Rose's one-of-a-kind career. Also, he shares the story of when he hooped with President Obama, discusses the growth...
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 19 min
On a very special edition of ALL THE SMOKE, Matt and Stak sit down for an exclusive interview with current Vice President and Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential election, Kamala Harris. Vice President Harris shares her plan to boost the economy and her perspective on America’s progress on social justice. Plus, she discusses her Bay Area roots, how she deals with personal character attacks, cannabis legislation and more. This interview was recorded on Tuesday, September 24th at the Vice...
Sep 30, 2024•49 min
'The Crossover King' has entered the chat. On this weeks episode of ALL THE SMOKE, Matt and Stak are joined by 2022 Hall of Fame inductee, Tim Hardaway Sr. to talk all things hoops. Hardaway weighs in on the current state of the Miami Heat and looks back on his time with the franchise. Plus, he discusses Tim Hardaway Jr. playing in the NBA Finals and being so close to winning a title with the Mavericks this year. He also shares stories from winning a gold medal at the 2000 olympics and talks abo...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 15 min
One of basketball's greatest and most influential players EVER, Oscar Robertson, joins Matt and Stak for a rare interview on the latest episode of ALL THE SMOKE. The Hall of Famer reflects on his NBA lawsuit that led to the creation of free agency and changed the game forever. Plus, he explains what it was like playing in the same era as the legendary Wilt Chamberlain and Bill Russell 'The Big O' also shares stories about being a prominent athlete during his time, from being threatened by the KK...
Sep 19, 2024•53 min
ALL THE SMOKE delivers a double feature this week with NFL legend Marshawn Lynch. In this live episode, 'Beast Mode' joins Matt and Stak for a candid conversation spanning his illustrious career. Lynch revisits his Super Bowl triumphs and heartbreaks, including the controversial play call in Super Bowl 49. He reflects on winning a championship and his potential Hall of Fame future. The discussion extends beyond football, touching on financial literacy, life after retirement, and giving back to t...
Sep 10, 2024•55 min
ATS fam, we are BACK and bigger than ever! Season 6 starts with a bang as Matt and Stak are joined by NBA legend and Hall-of-Famer, Dominique Wilkins. 'The Human Highlight Film' discusses the 2024 Olympics, his own experience on the ’96 team and gets deep about the evolution of the NBA game. Wilkins slams Anthony Edwards’ 'old generation' comments and explains why he doesn't understand the current players’ criticisms of past eras. Also, he shares his experience playing in the 80's with Magic Joh...
Sep 05, 2024•1 hr 20 min
