Natalie, Zena Keita and Jim Trotter react to Saquon Barkley’s recent comments about his contract situation with the Giants and the NFL owners approving the Washington Commanders sale to Josh Harris. Natalie and Zena discuss Draymond Green’s relationship with his Warriors teammates, Steph Curry’s ‘Underrated’ documentary and James Harden’s status with the Sixers in light of him removing all references to the team from his social media bios. Nat and Zena also discuss the Aces continued dominance a...
Jul 21, 2023•52 min•Ep. 605
Natalie and Kelsey Nicole Nelson react to the recent comments Draymond Green made on “The Pat Bev Podcast” regarding his incident with Jordan Poole and the drama that’s ensued on social media involving Poole’s father. Will Lowery joins the show to discuss Steph Curry’s golf impact on the Black Community and his Underrated Tour. Terrika Foster-Brasby joins the show to discuss Flau'jae and Angel Reese’s new Dormz commercial for Amazon and NIL deals, WNBA All-Star Weekend’s success, Elena Delle Don...
Jul 19, 2023•52 min•Ep. 604
Michael Smith, Mike Jones and Tashan Reed discuss whether Josh Jacobs and Saquon Barkley will reach long-term deals before the NFL franchise tag deadline and the Titans signing DeAndre Hopkins on a 2-year deal. Natalie joins Mike to recap WNBA All-Star Weekend and discuss whether any teams can challenge the Aces in the second half of the season. They also discuss the Suns signing Bol Bol, Bradley Beal being designated as the Suns point guard and Zion Williamson’s Instagram story that raised conc...
Jul 17, 2023•52 min•Ep. 603
Natalie and Kelsey Nicole Nelson react to LeBron James’ ESPY speech that clarified he will not be retiring, Pat McAfee having to write his opening ESPY monologue due to the writers strike and Damar Hamlin honoring the Bills training staff at the ESPYs. They also discuss Nicole Lynn’s latest contract negotiation for Quinnen Williams and some issues that have arisen with the sale of the Commanders. Subria Whitaker joins the show to discuss the WNBA’s partnership with Mielle, Kelsey Plum calling ou...
Jul 14, 2023•52 min•Ep. 602
Michael Holley and Ashley Nicole Moss react to the NBA’s announcement of its In-Season Tournament and new rules next season for flopping and additional coaches’ challenges. Natalie joins the show to discuss some of the backlash to Sabrina Ionescu being selected for the WNBA Edition 2K24 cover over more accomplished players like A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart. They also discuss the Aces dominance of the WNBA this season and Chris Paul’s apparent reluctance to come off the bench for the Warriors....
Jul 12, 2023•52 min•Ep. 601
Natalie and Michael Smith react to Victor Wembanyama’s NBA Summer League debut, Jerry West referring to himself as “a wolf” and West’s Wemby-Bill Russell comparison. Vincent Goodwill joins the show to discuss Wemby’s Summer League performance and other Summer League standouts. Kurt Helin joins to weigh-in on whether Chris Paul will start or come off the bench for the Warriors. Mike, Nat and Kurt also discuss the Blazers and Damian Lillard’s trade demands, whether the Pelicans are still willing t...
Jul 10, 2023•52 min•Ep. 600
Natalie and Zena Keita host the show from Las Vegas and react to Victor Wembanyama’s security slapping Britney Spears. They also react to Damian Lillard’s latest trade demands and the Celtics trading Grant Williams to the Dallas Mavericks. Nat and Zena discuss recent reports on Jordan Poole’s relationship with Draymond Green and other Warriors’ teammates. Kelsey Nicole Nelson joins to recognize the Inaugural National Black Women in Sports Day and to discuss Keke Palmer and her boyfriend’s recent...
Jul 07, 2023•53 min•Ep. 599
Michael Smith and Ashley Nicole Moss react to Michael Rubin’s star-studded 4th of July party and discuss the upcoming Netflix docuseries about Jerry Jones and the Cowboys. Kurt Helin joins the show to weigh-in on Damian Lillard’s trade request and discuss whether Chet Holmgren or Victor Wembanyama will win the 2024 NBA Rookie of the Year Award. They also debate the NBA’s new penalty for flopping. Natalie joins to discuss whether James Harden would be a good fit with the Clippers and react to the...
Jul 05, 2023•53 min•Ep. 598
Michael Holley and Michael Smith discuss Damian Lillard’s trade request. Sam Amick joins the show and breaks down the different trade options for Portland and Dame. They also discuss James Harden’s request to be traded from the Sixers, likely destinations and what this means for Joel Embiid. Gary Washburn joins to provide a status update on the Celtics since trading Marcus Smart and acquiring Kristaps Porziņģis and weigh-in on the trade rumor that the Celtics may have interest in acquiring Lilla...
Jul 03, 2023•53 min•Ep. 597
As Black Music Month comes to an end, we revisit one of the more heated ongoing music debates we had on Brother From Another. Yahoo Sports’ Vincent Goodwill and our own Michael Smith had some very interesting takes on the popular 90’s R&B group Boyz II Men. Natalie wasn’t feeling ANY of what they had to say and offers her own POV on the group.
Jun 30, 2023•5 min
Natalie and Kelsey Nicole Nelson host Ladies First Fridays. They react to Victor Wembanyama being drafted first overall by Spurs in the NBA Draft, international and G-League players taking over the top of the draft and Hornets fans unwelcoming reaction to drafting Brandon Miller. They also weigh-in on Malika Andrews receiving backlash after mentioning Miller’s incident at Alabama during draft coverage, Scoot Henderson picked #3 by the Trail Blazers, and if Damian Lillard will stay loyal to Portl...
Jun 23, 2023•53 min•Ep. 596
Michael Holley and Michael Smith weigh-in on the Celtics trading Marcus Smart to the Grizzlies and acquiring Kristaps Porzingis from the Wizards. Vincent Goodwill joins them, moments after the Warriors-Wizards trade involving Chris Paul and Jordan Poole. They also discuss the potential of more trades on NBA Draft night and Victor Wembanyama’s potential as the expected #1 pick. Kurt Helin joins the show to weigh-in on Wemby’s Rookie Of The Year chances and if Chris Paul will mesh with Golden Stat...
Jun 22, 2023•53 min•Ep. 595
Michael Holley and Ashley Nicole Moss react to Victor Wembanyama showing that he’s wise beyond his age, as well as his first pitch fail at Yankee Stadium. Kurt Helin joins them to weigh-in on top NBA draft prospect Brandon Miller calling Paul George his GOAT, and if the Clippers are willing to trade PG13. They also discuss NBA trade rumors circulating ahead of the draft and if Chris Paul should sacrifice salary for a shot at a Championship. Holley and Ashley also react to Jonathan Majors making ...
Jun 21, 2023•52 min•Ep. 594
Michael Holley and Reeta Hubbard “The NFL Chick” react to Patriots’ cornerback Jack Jones’ arrest for gun charges and his attorney’s claim(s) of institutional racism for how he’s being portrayed in the media. Kurt Helin joins the show to react to the Chris Paul and Bradley Beal getting trade. They also discuss Draymond Green’s future after he opts out of his contract with the Warriors and whether Damian Lillard will be traded by the Trail Blazers. Jim Trotter joins the show to discuss the pay di...
Jun 20, 2023•52 min•Ep. 593
Natalie and Zena Keita host Ladies First Fridays today on BFA. They discuss WNBA influencer Ari Chambers’ coverage of women’s sports and the two Hashtag Sports Awards that she recently won, A’ja Wilson’s reaction to President Biden’s tweet about the Vegas Golden Knights, and the WNBA’s expansion of its travel policy to include public charter flights after Brittney Griner was confronted at the airport. Michael Smith and Marcus Thompson join the show to react to Ja Morant’s 25-game suspension for ...
Jun 16, 2023•52 min•Ep. 592
Natalie and Chris Williamson host Brother From Another today. They react to Michael Malone trolling Lebron James’ possible retirement and the Nuggets’ championship parade in Denver. They also discuss Nikola Jokic’s all time rank among NBA Centers. Natalie and Chris weigh-in on the Denver dynasty talks and whether Jokic has surpassed Giannis Antetokounmpo as the best player in the world. They also react to Karl-Anthony Towns’ comments about changing the game and Zion Williamson and Bradley Beal t...
Jun 15, 2023•53 min•Ep. 591
Ashley Nicole Moss and Liv Moods host BFA today. They discuss the Nuggets’ potential to become the next NBA dynasty. They also react to Chris Mannix’s recent comments on the Nuggets and Nikola Jokic. Ashley and Liv discuss trending NFL topics including, Stefon Diggs tension with Josh Allen and the Bills, DeAndre Hopkins meeting with multiple teams and Saquon Barkley’s frustration with the Giants over his contract. They also weigh-in on the latest Baby Gronk video with his father. Vincent Goodwil...
Jun 14, 2023•53 min•Ep. 590
Michael Holley and Michael Smith react to the Nuggets winning their first NBA championship in franchise history. Natalie joins the show to debunk some of the Nikola Jokic narratives during the NBA season. Kurt Helin joins them to weigh-in on whether the Nuggets are the next dynasty team, Nikola Jokic’s legacy and ranking among NBA greats and what’s next for the Heat after another Finals loss. Dr. Jason Johnson joins Holley and Smith to answer for his prior Nikola Jokic takes. They also review ‘S...
Jun 13, 2023•53 min•Ep. 589
Michael Holley and Michael Smith discuss whether the Heat can extend the NBA Finals and force a Game 6 against the Nuggets. David Aldridge joins them and discusses how the new CBA will impact teams like Denver, potential free agent moves this NBA off-season and reacts to Lil Wayne declaring LeBron James the GOAT over Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Holley and Smith react to a video of Brittney Griner being harassed by a right wing provocateur while traveling with the Mercury. They also discuss A...
Jun 12, 2023•52 min•Ep. 588
Natalie and Zena Keita host Ladies First Fridays on Brother From Another. They react to Jimmy Butler saying the Heat will win Game 4 against the Nuggets and Nikola Jokic’s nonchalance when it comes to his individual stats. They also discuss the impact of Tyler Herro’s absence. Natalie and Zena discuss Adam Silver’s comments on Saudi investment in sports and Subria Whitaker joins the discussion to break down what Saudi investment would mean from the WNBA perspective. They also discuss DeWanna Bon...
Jun 09, 2023•46 min•Ep. 587
Michael Holley and Ashley Nicole Moss discuss the city of Miami’s dominance of the sports world, Dalvin Cook’s release by the Vikings and Lionel Messi’s move to MLS to join Inter Miami. Liv Moods joins them to react to Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray’s dominant performance in Game 3 against the Heat. Holley and Ashley weigh-in on Chris Paul’s future in the NBA and Adam Silver’s latest comments on Ja Morant. Michael and Ashley react to Zion Williamson’s off-court drama. 00:00 Miami dominating the s...
Jun 08, 2023•53 min•Ep. 586
Michael Holley and Vincent Goodwill discuss the Miami Heat’s resilience in these playoffs and compare them to underrated teams such as the 2004 Detroit Pistons. They also react to the NBA Finals ratings after two games and Vinnie gives his Game 3 prediction. Marc J. Spears joins the show to discuss whether the Heat can stop Nikola Jokic and whether the Nuggets will bounce back after facing some adversity. Doug Smith joins the show to weigh-in on the PGA Tour and LIV Golf merger fallout after the...
Jun 07, 2023•52 min•Ep. 585
Michael Holley and Reeta Hubbard “The NFL Chick” react to the PGA Tour merging with LIV Golf. They also discuss the NFL’s investigation of Colts’ cornerback Isaiah Rodgers for a potential violation of the league’s gambling policy. Natalie joins the show and weighs-in on whether Steve Kerr’s comments about the Heat were indirectly targeting the Warriors’ young players and to preview Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Michael and Reeta break down the MLB Power Rankings and react to Tim Scott’s appearance o...
Jun 06, 2023•52 min•Ep. 584
Michael Smith and Michael Holley react to the Heat’s win over the Nuggets in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. They also discuss whether Shaquille O’Neal is a Top 10 NBA player all-time and reports that Kyrie Irving is trying to recruit Lebron James to the Mavericks. Kurt Helin joins the show to break down the Heat’s strategy in Game 2 to turn Nikola Jokic into a scorer. Former NFL Head Coach Eric Mangini also joins the show to discuss his football camp and expectations for the Giants and Jets this upco...
Jun 05, 2023•53 min•Ep. 583
Natalie and Reeta Hubbard “The NFL Chick” host Ladies First Fridays. They react to the Nuggets victory over the Heat in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Nekias Duncan joins the show to break down what Jimmy Butler and the Heat need to do to overcome the Nuggets. They also discuss the Suns hiring Frank Vogel as their next head coach, gatekeeping within WNBA media, the need for diverse voices, as well as the need for the way women’s basketball is covered by the media to evolve. Nat and Reeta discuss Ange...
Jun 02, 2023•53 min•Ep. 582
Michael Holley and Dr. Jason Johnson react to Monty Williams becoming the NBA’s highest paid head coach after reaching a record-breaking deal with the Detroit Pistons and Brad Stevens’ announcement that Joe Mazzulla will return as the Celtics head coach next season. Sam Amick joins the show to preview the NBA Finals between the Heat and Nuggets. Holley and Jason weigh-in on The Little Mermaid and the racist backlash in response to the Disney movie starring Halle Bailey. They also react to the ne...
Jun 01, 2023•53 min•Ep. 581
Michael Holley and Natalie discuss Bob Myers stepping down as the Warriors’ President and General Manager and how his departure will impact the Warriors’ dynasty. They also weigh-in on whether the Celtics future includes Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum together. Tom Haberstroh joins the show and gloats about his Jimmy Butler and Miami Heat prediction from the Eastern Conference Finals. Tom also helps to preview the Heat-Nuggets Finals. Holley and Nat discuss Clayton Kershaw’s comments regarding th...
May 31, 2023•53 min•Ep. 580
00:00 Intro 01:21 Miami Heat Triumph over the Celtics 15:55 What will the Celtics do with Jaylen Brown? 20:26: Celtics come up Short 28:06 A Sherrod Blakely joins the show and they discuss what’s next for the Boston Celtics 40:09 NBA Finals are Set 43:12 Kurt Helin Joins the show and previews Nuggets, Heat Finals; Jokic figures everything out 45:05 Bob Myers Steps down as Warriors GM 47:59 LeBron Stirring the Pot 50:17 NBA Investigation into referee Eric Lewis 52:07 Join us Thursday for the BFA ...
May 30, 2023•52 min•Ep. 579
0:00-8:23 - Comeback Celtics? 8:23 - 16:09 This Could be Denver’s Year 16:09 - 23:10 WNBA’s Super Team Era 23:10 - 29:44 WNBA’s Rookies vs Veterans 29:44 - 37:30 - NBA’s Potential Rule Changes 37:30 - 41:16 - A New Face for the Wizards 41:16 - 43:34 - NBA’s Best Players of All Time 43:34 - 47:21 - Jimmy G’s Surgery and DHop’s Release 47:21 - 52:20 - Remembering Tina Turner
May 26, 2023•52 min•Ep. 578
Michael Holley and Michael Smith are together on this busy Thursday. To open, they discuss whether the Celtics can force a Game 6 vs. the Heat, Kyrie Irving’s comments on free agency and whether there’s a need for rules against flopping in the NBA. They also weigh-in on the NFL’s new fair-catch kickoff return rules and react to comments from QB’s Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes made during OTA’s. Brandon Krisztal joins the show to discuss Sean Payton’s OTA presser and the Nuggets reaching the ...
May 25, 2023•54 min•Ep. 577
