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Electrified with Eric Lyons

A show that covers everything inside the field of play and outside of it. Come for the game recaps, hot takes, and fun but stay for the hard hitting topics and real world discussions.
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Episodes

Episode 106: Battle For The Bubble

Episode 106 starts off with my stance on the NCAA’s handling of Fall sports which snowballs into the severity of the pandemic’s affect on the country’s school systems (2:27). Transitioning to the NBA I do a league round up including the race for the 8th seed in the Wild West, the death of “MJ Warren”, and all things NBA (20:42). The relationship between social media and pro athletes including Dame vs PG, Dame vs Skip, and KD getting curved (34:37). I wrap with an in depth discussion on certain f...

Aug 12, 20201 hr

Episode 105: Number 1 Stunna

Episode 105 starts off with a break down of the NFL’s Top 100 players list and you already know I’ll be voicing the changes that should’ve been made (3:55). I touch on NFL players opting out of the 20-21 season (20:26) before diving into the NFLPA and NFL’s new agreement moving forward with this season (26:37). Why the bubbles are working so well vs the struggling MLB (35:00). The Black Lives Matter movement in sports (41:26). Finally, is Aaron Rodgers future with the Packers secure? (47:38)

Aug 04, 202057 min

Episode 104: The Boys Are Back

Episode 104 is a NBA restart special. Covering the biggest games from re-opening weekend. Discussing the Western conference and the race for the 8th seed. From the MVP race to who has the best shot at winning it all. Also, this episode was very special because for the first time I was joined by a co-host, Sean Davis of Sports Headlines.

Jul 30, 202043 min

Episode 103: What’s Beef?

Episode 103 is full of beef. Starting off with the September 12th bout between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr (3:10). Then moving on to the fallout between Jamal Adams and Le’Veon Bell after the Adams trade went down (18:00). Staying in the realm of football beef, the NFL top 100 player list caused a stir between Keenan Allen and Mike Evans (25:50). Guess what? More beef. Lou Will and the rest of NBA twitter was on Kendrick Perkins head like an LV skully (31:26). A quick talk about the Miami Marlin...

Jul 28, 202048 min

Episode 102: Y’all Must’ve Forgot

Episode 102 starts off with a discussion on the treatment of women in sports including a breakdown of the Washington Post’s article on the scandalous acts that took place within the football team’s organization and the Elena Delle Donne vs the WNBA (5:20). Switching gears to the NFL and the question on everyone’s mind, will we have a season? (31:58). I’ll tell you why I think the NCCA should shut down Fall sports (42:06), my top 10 running backs heading into the 2020 NFL season (46:00), and the ...

Jul 20, 20201 hr 1 min

Episode 101: Million Dollar Baby

Episode 101 starts off with bag talk! Multimilli Mahomes and Cam inked new deals. (1:25) Staying in the realm of signings, I talk about Makur Maker's decsion to commit to Howard and the potential HBCU renaissance. (15:30) Then I address the Washington football team and their new name change, those against the decision, and my feelings on the question "Why now?". (21:09) Moving on to covid-19 testing in sports and 'whataboutism'. (34:12). And I wrap up with a preview of the three big title bouts ...

Jul 09, 202054 min

Episode 100: 100 Episodes And Running

Episode 100 is finally here! This episode kicks off with a break down of the Bubba Wallace incident. (1:01) Then a look at Mississippi State running back Kylin Hill’s protest against he state flag. (8:20) Is it possible for athletes to use their platform for social injustice and do their jobs? The answer is yes. (17:54) Continuing the conversation on athletes and their platforms I discuss the take a knee movement in the NFL. (22:26) Moving to baseball, the MLB is back! (31:00) Covid in sports. (...

Jun 25, 202050 min

Episode 99: Shock The System

The last episode of the 90’s starts off with NASCAR, that’s right NASCAR. Bubba Wallace, Steve Phillips, and the rest of the NASCAR family pushes for change(2:25:). Switching gears to the NBA, a disgruntled Kyrie sets the table for an emotional segment about the return of the NBA (15:46). Another league is also waiting for the green light to return, the MLBPA is currently at battle with the MLB, further delaying baseball’s return (33:01). As we wait for the NFL season to return, I thought it was...

Jun 15, 20201 hr 2 min

Episode 98: Hate It Had To Be Him

Episode 98 starts off with the weekend update where I look back on top stories from over the weekend (2:23). Then it’s time to get to business and I address Drew Brees, his remarks, and his “apologies” (8:00). To counter the ignorance, Aaron Rodgers and the Packers responded in the best way possible (24:31). Then I move on to an interesting conversation that I touched on back on episode 54. Is an HBCU renaissance possible? (33:53). Why I hate the NBA’s return plans (42:35) and finally wrapping u...

Jun 08, 202052 min

Episode 97: The Return

After two long months I’m back again *Soulja Boy voice*. Episode 97 takes a look at a few things I missed during my hiatus. Starting off with the Aaron Rodgers vs Drew Brees all-decade team debate. 2:39) Which took me to Aaron Rodgers vs his own team and the relationship with LaFleur and Gute. (11:33) A look at the so called “enhanced” Rooney Rule. (26:17) I’ll tell you who won the new wave of NFL uniforms. (33:26) A breakdown of the 2020 NFL schedule. (45:15) Sports with no fans and how it has ...

Jun 01, 20201 hr 15 min

Episode 96: As The World Turns

Closing in on 100 episodes as we’ve reached episode 96! This episode features a full breakdown of the NFL free agency frenzy along with a talk about life without sports, recommended 30 for 30’s, and a look at Canelo vs GGG lll

Mar 21, 202044 min

Episode 95: Best Of Electrified

Episode 95 is a celebration! As we near episode 100 I thought now would be a good time to look back on a few of my favorite segments through 94 episodes. Over two hours of content! The segments are in order of list of appearance on this episode, enjoy! 1. 2019 NBA Finals recap - Ep 40 (21:41) 2. War on the Warriors medical staff - Ep 42 (10:11) 3. AB, mental health, and social media - Ep 85(14:26) 4. Kaeperknick’s workout fallout - Ep 72 (34:29) 5. The rise and fall of HBCU football - Ep 54 (11:...

Mar 13, 20202 hr 18 min

Episode 94: Who Run The World?

Who run the world? Girls, that’s who! On the 94th episode of Electrified we will celebrate International Women’s month starting of with a recap of UFC 248 including how Weili Zhang and Joanna Jedrzejczyk stoke the show(4:41). Then we’ll go full woman power and discuss topics like Title ix, greatest women in collegiate sports history, the Final Five, Serena’s impact, Danica Patrick, Ronda Rousey, and women in WWE(12:10). Transitioning from the queens I’ll get to the king as in King James and why ...

Mar 10, 202049 min

Episode 93: Shooters Shoot

It’s the first episode of the month and we’re balling like it’s March Madness! Episode 93 starts off with how the coronavirus is impacting the world of sports(3:40). As an AJ Bouye trade to Denver looms, I look back on the 2017 Jaguars team that was one drive away from beating the Patriots to advance to the Super Bowl (17:33). Speaking of the Patriots, could a New England reunion happen in the Bay? Addressing the rumor of Brady signing with the 49ers (31:06). Switching gears to basketball for my...

Mar 06, 20201 hr 5 min

Episode 92: The King Stay The King

Episode 92 starts off with an in depth breakdown of the NFL CBA (3:04) then I tell you why the 2020 receivers class is the best ever (19:10). After that I shift into basketball and the mistreatment of women in hoops (26:13) continuing with the NBA playoff race (34:0) and why LeBron is my MVP (41:00). Then I move into WWE SSD fallout (45:28), boxing news (53:41), and how the Astros are being bullied at Spring training (60:08)

Feb 28, 20201 hr 4 min

Episode 91: You Had One Job

Episode 91 starts off with the full recap of Wilder vs Fury ll and the fallout from the fight, why Laila Ali’s return to boxing would be perfect for the sport, a brief appreciation of Floyd’s greatness. Then I transition to football and breakdown the current CBA beef then I look at the XFL’s progress over three weeks.

Feb 25, 202044 min

Episode 90: Highest In The Room

The 90th installment of Electrified kicks off with a look at the different crimes and punishments from the Houston Astros and Manchester City scandals (2:33), an in depth discussion on racism in soccer and the real world (15:12). I revisit the Myles Garrett saga and Mike Tomlin’s stance (28:26). A recap of NBA All-Star Weekend (38:00) and a comparison of the NBA ASG and NFL Pro Bowl (47:19).

Feb 18, 202051 min

Episode 89: Hey Now, You’re An All-Star

On the 89th installment of Electrified I’ll break down everything from week one in the XFL (3:02) then we’ll get into Kaeperknick vs the XFL (12:21). I’ll express my frustration with the Taysom Hill comparisons to Lamar (20:00), what’s next for Brady, Brees, and Rivers (30:07). Could Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia be getting in the ring soon? (41:09), I express my dissatisfaction with 2020’s road to WrestleMania (45:30) and I wrap with a look at the new MLB playoff format proposal (52:45).

Feb 13, 20201 hr 1 min

Episode 88: The Godfather

Happy Friday! On this episode I break down the madness that was the NBA trade deadline and why Pat Riley won. I’ll also tell you why this is shaping up to be the worst NBA All Star Weekend ever. A brief talk about the Red Sox and Dodgers trade, a look at week 1 in the XFL, and then I conclude with the controversial question. Is Eli Manning a hall of famer?

Feb 07, 202051 min

Episode 87: And New...

Happy Black History Month! On the first episode of February and the 87th all time, I break down the awesome Super Bowl we witnessed on Sunday and I’ll tell you why the 49ers won’t be back in that position next season. Then I get into the new generation of quarterbacks, a break down of the NFL Awards and a quick look at NFL free agency 2020.

Feb 04, 202042 min

Episode 86: Mamba 4 Life

Episode 86 is very simple. An in depth Kobe tribute which features respects paid to the other souls lost. A breakdown of this Sunday’s Super Bowl matchup with help of a few friends.

Jan 31, 202050 min

Episode 85: Return Of The Mac

Episode 85 starts off with a powerful talk about AB’s continuing saga and how it ties in with mental health issues, social media, and more. (2:20) I break down Conor McGregor’s return to the octagon and why he’s the biggest star in UFC history (16:45) staying in the lane of combat sports I give my reasons why boxing and mma’s relationship feels forced (24:42). I preview the two big boxing matches featuring the return of Danny Garcia and Jarrett Hurd (32:22) which leads us down the path of more b...

Jan 23, 20201 hr 7 min

Episode 84: The Young And Retired

The 84th installment of Electrified is 60 minutes! Starting with a topic that’s very sensitive, Isaiah Humprhies lawsuit against Penn State (2:23) then a breakdown of the WNBA’s new CBA agreement and how great this is for the women of the WNBA (12:21) moving on to the controversy surrounding LSU’s celebration after the national title game (19:12) along with an in depth discussion on Luke Kuechly’s surprising retirement (24:45) then its football time! A close look at the week 10 matchup between t...

Jan 16, 20201 hr

Episode 83: Come At The King You Best Not Miss

On the 83rd installment of Electrified I recap the games from divisional weekend, I address the Ravens fans, haters, and former Raven Bernard Pollard. I’ll also get you briefed on the Houston Astros scandal that’s rocking the baseball world.

Jan 14, 202035 min

Episode 82: The Last Gunslinger

The 82nd installment of Electrified is jam packed. Starting with the coaching carousel and why it’s time to retire the idea of the Rooney Rule. An in depth recap of NFL wild card weekend which includes a heated take on the NFL OT rules. Brady and Brees were both eliminated and soon to be free agents is this the end of an era? A preview of the divisional round matchups, Claressa Shields fight, and the big CFB championship game on Monday.

Jan 10, 202052 min

Episode 81: 2020 Vision

Happy New Year! On the first episode of 2020 I break down all four matchups from wild card weekend and the CFB national title. Fights I want to see this year and great players who may retire by the end of this decade.

Jan 03, 202031 min

Episode 80: Ball Drop

The last episode of 2019! On episode 80 I discuss the difficulties of being a Black coach or senior operations executive in the NFL. A recap of Black Monday, week 17, and the Davis vs Gamboa fight. Wrapping up with a look back at the best moments of the decade.

Dec 31, 201943 min

Episode 79: A December To Remember

The last episode of the 70’s! On this episode I discuss all playoff scenarios and key matchups as we engage in week 17 in the NFL. A preview of Davis vs Gamboa, a look at the controversial NFL all time quarterbacks list, and much more!

Dec 28, 201942 min

Episode 78: Tis The Season

Happy holidays from me to your families! This episode is a quick run down of week 16 in the NFL, Christmas Day in the NBA, and a recap of the Harrison vs Charlo fight. Enjoy this episode and enjoy the holidays!

Dec 24, 201933 min

Episode 77: Run That Back, Turbo

A preview of the big rematch between Jermell Charlo and Tony Harrison for the WBC super welterweight champion, the big NFL games on Saturday, the week 16 NFL pick 4. Why the Browns players are saying “come get me”, Josh Gordon suspended..again, has AB finally lost it? Like for real this time. And a look at the NFLPA’s beef with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Dec 19, 201947 min
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