Show Notes: The NBA and NFL at the same time?! The craziness of this year has provided it and The Review opens up the show by breaking down the Lakers' rise, the Clippers collapse, and the white hot Heat as the Conference Finals roll on in the Orlando Bubble. Then, the boys break down Deion Sanders' hiring as the head coach of Jackson State Football and how his courage could create a sea change in the world of HBCU football. Finally, they go IN on the first two weeks of the 2020 NFL season: inju...
Sep 23, 2020•45 min•Ep. 73
Show Notes: Without a preseason, the NFL season has snuck up on us like a thief in the night, but The Review is ready to go as they are joined by Earl Burnett and Mitch Hughes of KSRN Arizona/KazualSportz.com for roundtable #SavagePreview! First, they answer some burning questions around some teams, players, and the COVID-19 changes going into the season. Then, they wrap things up with playoff and championship predictions! SUPPORT BLACK LIVES MATTER with our friends at Pink Honey Collective! (po...
Sep 07, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 72
Show Notes: As the world turns through the Rona, our society inches closer to big decisions that loom in the world of sports and politics, and The Review back to break it all down in a real way! First, JB illustrates the importance of our upcoming election and what (if elected) the Biden/Harris administration must do in order to make the Black vote have true value towards change. Then, they go in on a myriad of hot topics like Earl Thomas, Nas, Meg Thee Stallion, & more on JB's "You Wit...
Aug 27, 2020•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 71
Show Notes: While this podcast more than any thrives off of football talk, it is becoming increasingly likely that we won't have a College Football season (or at least an altered one!). The Review discusses how this shakeup can affect the decisions and power of players moving forward. Then, they break down The Rock's purchase of the XFL and how it may change the connection between CFB and the NFL. Finally, they salute the red hot Phoenix Suns and break down what it will take to turn them into le...
Aug 10, 2020•54 min•Ep. 70
Show Notes: With the Rona seemingly never ending, it's important to get perspective on the new normal, and who better to break it down than a COVID-19 Survivor! KSRN's Arizona Earl Burnett aka Kazual E discusses his experience with catching the virus, his symptoms and recovery, and how to prevent the spread! Then, the boys break down the MLB's early season stumbles, Alex Smith's future in the NFL, the Jamal Adams trade to the Seahawks, and more! SUPPORT BLACK LIVES MATTER with our friends at Pin...
Jul 28, 2020•48 min•Ep. 69
Show Notes: Throughout the continued Rona madness, The Review stays consistent by giving you that good audio dope! First, JB and Benny break down Patrick Mahomes' new mega-deal and how it will affect future contracts. Then, they address the Washington name change and how the franchise will rise away from its past BS. Finally, they deliver a multi-faceted edition of JB's "You Wit It or Not" segment and finish with NBA Bubble predictions and conspiracy theories! SUPPORT BLACK LIVES MATTE...
Jul 13, 2020•43 min•Ep. 68
Show Notes: We're halfway through 2020 and COVID-19 is still creating large uncertainties within our lives and throughout the world of sports, but The Review is here to make sense of it all! JB breaks down Cam Newton's new deal with the Patriots and why he called the signing all along, while Benny predicts that Colin Kaepernick may very well end up back with the 49ers. Then, they discuss the NBA Bubble, the upcoming NFL season plans, and how sports leagues will adjust week-to-week during the con...
Jul 01, 2020•51 min•Ep. 67
Show Notes: Amid a global pandemic that still rages on, America has experienced possibly the most intense and overt objection to police brutality, racial injustice, and oppression in our nation's history since the Civil Rights Movement. The Review is joined by artist, writer, producer, and co-founder of TrendsCollab.com Chad Carr as he breaks down his experience as a black man in America, and why he's not afraid to lose friends over standing up for what he believes in. Then, JB breaks down Drew ...
Jun 08, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 66
Show Notes: While the Rona continues to delay sports and life in general, the Review is back to breakdown the excellent "The Last Dance" docuseries on Michael Jordan and the Bulls. The boys discuss Michael's "bully" rep, being real and the code of sports, and ask why Mike forgot how to dress after the 90s. Then, they introduce their new "What Had Happened Was" segment discussing Joe Biden's attempt at humor and walking back his "You Ain't Black" interview ...
May 26, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 65
Show Notes: In these uncertain times filled with no sports, too much Netflix, and not enough workouts, the Review is back just in time to provide you with the quality content you need to make it through! On this episode, the Savage Duo is joined by JB's friend, former teammate, and 15 year NFL vet Lorenzo Alexander! After a Mother's Day and Quarantine check-in, Lorenzo breaks down his upbringing in Oakland, watching the culture change as he played for the Cal Bears program, going undrafted and d...
May 11, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 64
Show Notes: The Review's Podcast Anniversary is here and to make it extra special, the Savage Duo of JB and Benny Blue are joined by their friends and streaming partners at KSRN Arizona/ KazualSportz.com for their live stream of the 2020 NFL Draft First Round! Money Makin' Mitch, Javon "J-Luv" Adams, Earl "Kazual E" Burnett, and "Greasy" Sean McConnell join the panel to go in on some pre-draft questions as well as breakdown the final KSRN Mock Draft. Then, the boys ...
Apr 26, 2020•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 63
Show Notes: Have you ever wanted to go back and slap the sh*t out of the GM of your favorite team for drafting (or not drafting) a player that ended up having an amazing career?! Well, The Review can relate, especially the 185th overall in the SIXTH round pick, 10 year NFL vet Jeremy Bridges! After a quick Quarantine check-in with our Special Boxing Correspondent and the Ultimate Savage™ Kevin Robinson, JB breaks down the NFL's flawed evaluation process, how he fell to the sixth round, and where...
Apr 13, 2020•43 min•Ep. 62
Show Notes: The world is under Corona Virus Quarantine, so what better time than now to start The Review's patented "Be Real With Your Grind™" Interview Series! On this episode, the boys talk to Jeremy Kenyel aka Jeremy Strong! They discuss his new music and creative process, his passion for dance and working with major stars like Jason DeRulo, and staying fit during these uncertain times. Finally, they wrap up by discussing his beloved Atlanta Falcons and the team's outlook for the 20...
Apr 07, 2020•53 min•Ep. 61
Show Notes: While on our bi-weekly recording schedule, the madness of COVID-19 aka "The Corona Virus" has virtually stopped the world, and brought the sports world especially to a grinding halt. In an effort to better connect with our listeners, The Review decided to record Episode 150 of the podcast on IG Live, discussing the topics The Reviewers wanted to hear. The boys go in on the Arizona Cardinals major offseason moves, NFL Free Agency (Philip Rivers, Tom Brady, and more), Tiger K...
Mar 30, 2020•51 min•Ep. 60
Show Notes: The Review may be on its bi-weekly schedule, but that doesn't stop the world from turning, especially in these NFL streets! The Savage Duo opens the show up by breaking down the new NFL Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Players and the Owners. They discuss what the owners want, what the players want, and what the stars of the league may have to risk in order to get an equal piece of the pie for everyone. Then, the boys break down the much anticipated matchup and make their ...
Feb 23, 2020•56 min•Ep. 59
Show Notes: The NFL season is officially over and the question on everyone's mind is: Will The Review talk about the XFL? Well, you're in luck as the Savage Duo breaks down the rules, history, teams, and keys to success for the second version of Vince McMahon's professional football league. Then, the moment has come -- following a recap of the fantastic SBLIV, the winner of #SavagePicks for the 2019/2020 NFL season is revealed!! Get Your OG Review Podcast Shirts Right Now! Unisex Fitted 100% Com...
Feb 11, 2020•57 min•Ep. 58
Show Notes: On this episode of The Review, the Savage Duo is joined by JB's star OL pupil and winner of our "For The People" NFL.com Fantasy Football League Mike Lonski! We discuss his fantasy team strategy, training with JB and learning multiple offensive line positions, playing for the rising Western New Mexico Mustangs program, and his beloved NY Giants! Then, they all break down the 2019 NFL Season and make their patented predictions for Super Bowl LIV! Get Your OG Review Podcast S...
Feb 03, 2020•53 min•Ep. 57
Show Notes: The Review returns to deliver one of the hardest episodes to record in the show's history. JB and Benny are back to discuss the untimely and tragic death of Kobe Bryant along with his daughter GiGi and others on board of their crashed helicopter. They discuss his impact both on and off the court, reflect on his greatness, and how tragic events should inspire people to seek forgiveness and reflect on what is most important in life. Get Your OG Review Podcast Shirts Right Now! Unisex F...
Jan 27, 2020•37 min•Ep. 56
Show Notes: On this episode of the Review, the boys open up by shouting out LSU on their CFB Playoff Championship win and discuss the hypocrisy of the college football, followed by JB taking a moment to address some of society's ills as we move into the new decade. From there, they come in HOT for the 4th Edition of the #DontBeDumb Awards, handing out the busts to the dumbest athletes, teams, and individuals from 2019! Finally, they recap the wild NFL Divisional Weekend and go IN on NFL Champion...
Jan 20, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 55
Show Notes: Due to unforeseen circumstances (which JB eloquently breaks down in our intro), the Review was gone for NFL Wild Card weekend, but they return like the Mack for a brand new high quality podcast episode! First, JB and Benny discuss the recent NFL head coach hirings and the affect (or lack there of) that the Rooney Rule has had on providing coaches of color an opportunity to run a team. Then, with the stakes at their highest all season, they recap the WILD, Wild Card Weekend and choose...
Jan 12, 2020•59 min•Ep. 54
Show Notes: The 'ol Ball is about to drop on a new decade, but The Review never fumbles when it comes to giving you quality content! The boys kick things off by going in on the 2019 CFB Bowl Season, including JB's SMTTT (So. Miss) against rival Tulane, Blue's UofM against Bama, and the CFB Playoff matchups (Geaux Tigers!) Then, they roll into the most contested week of 2019 NFL #SavagePicks -- Week 17!! Get Your OG Review Podcast Shirts Right Now! Unisex Fitted 100% Combined Cotton -- go to jban...
Dec 30, 2019•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 53
Show Notes: The Holidays are here and the Review is back to give you the best gift of them all -- a quality podcast episode! The boys kick things off with another edition of JB's PATENTED #JBsBurning! He goes in on the recent sex tape/pictures leaked of ASAP Rocky and Steph Curry, and why women should slow their role when it comes to poppin' s*** about sex! Then, they ride smooth into a crucial Week 16 of 2019 NFL #SavagePicks! Get Your OG Review Podcast Shirts Right Now! Unisex Fitted 100% Comb...
Dec 23, 2019•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 52
Show Notes: Season's Greetings from the Review as the Savage Duo rolls in smooth with another quality episode! They kick things off by discussing Joe Burrow's journey to the Heisman, Brother Nature getting ALL the smoke he wanted in his diner fight, and why Lizzo's cheeks at Lakers game represents attention seeking and not female empowerment! Then, they go DEEP into 2019 NFL Week 14 & Week 15 and break down the AFC/NFC playoff pictures, Hot Seats for Coaches, and which teams could possibly m...
Dec 17, 2019•55 min•Ep. 51
Show Notes: After discussing what happened to social media sensation and friend of the podcast Brother Nature, the Savage Duo faces the hard truths and encouraging signs from JB's AZ Cardinals on their patented "State of the Birdgang" Segment! Then, they discuss the jank ass COWBOYS, the untimely firing of Riverboat Ron by the Panthers, and go into a playoff implicated week of 2019 NFL Savage Picks! Get Your OG Review Podcast Shirts Right Now! Unisex Fitted 100% Combined Cotton -- go t...
Dec 10, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 50
Show Notes: After their annual bye week and a glorious Thanksgiving, the Savage Duo is back and joined by special guest Dr. Timothy J. Tinkle to discuss the death of Michigan Football, and why Jim Harbaugh is a lot closer to the Cowboys' Jason Garrett than people may think, and officially announce it's time for Ol Khaki Man to go. Then, they discuss the hot start for Tim's Lakers and why JB does not mess with teams like the Warriors at all. Finally, they recap the last two weeks of football befo...
Dec 02, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 49
Show Notes: On this episode of the Review, JB takes some time to burn on the latest drama circling the NFL, including the incomplete and inaccurate narrative around the Myles Garrett/Mason Rudolph incident during the Steelers/Browns TNF Game. Then, the boys break down Colin Kaepernick's scheduled and subsequently altered workout for NFL teams and why it just might not be meant for him to play in the league anymore. Finally, the Savage Duo rolls into an abridged version of NFL Week 11 #SavagePick...
Nov 18, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 48
Show Notes: The Review is back and this time, the Savage Duo is joined by friend of the podcast, former D1 football player, and fast rising actor Chido Nwokocha from BET's new hit show "Sistas"! They discuss his transition from football to acting, the struggles of finding a footing in Hollywood, his role as Gary Marshall Borders on the show, and his borderline delusional outlook for his beloved Dallas Cowboys remaining 2019 season! Then, the boys recap their somewhat smart but mostly r...
Nov 12, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 47
Show Notes: The 2019 NFL season is halfway through, and the Birdgang (AZ Cardinals) are showing signs of growth! The Savage Duo is joined once again by official Cardinals correspondent Sean McConnell ("The Neutral Zone" on KSRN Arizona/KazualSportz.com) to discuss the Kenyan Drake signing, Kyler & Kliff's dynamic, Most Improved/Most Shaky Cardinals players, and the remaining schedule! Then, the boys ride HIGH into Week 9 of 2019 NFL #SavagePicks! Get Your OG Review Podcast Shirts R...
Nov 04, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 46
Show Notes: With so many goofy ass things happening in the world today, it's only right that the Savage Duo come in HOT with a new edition of JB's patented "You Wit It Or Not?" Segment! They discuss Gronk's willingness to un-retire for CBD in the NFL, Bronx natives running "Joker" fanatics off of their block, Pastor Kanye, Two Dick Tank, and more! Then, JB looks to take the lead as the boys roll into Week 8 of 2019 NFL #SavagePicks! Get Your OG Review Podcast Shirts Right Now...
Oct 28, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 45
Show Notes: Sometimes it's so hard to say goodbye, but the Savage Duo do what needs to be done and officially BURY the 2019 Yankees and the 2019 Michigan Wolverines Football squad (yes, despite still having the rest of the season to go!) after not living up to expectations! Then, before going in on Week 7 #SavagePicks, the boys discuss the much maligned NFL officiating over the season thus far, including missed and mis-interpreted calls, accounting for human error, and more! Get Your OG Review P...
Oct 21, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 44
