Bomani Jones is joined by Netflix's Elle Duncan. First, they discuss her broadcasting Alex Honnold's climb of Taipei 101 and what she learned from Alex and the climbing community. Later, they discuss Atlanta's bizarre relationship with Deion Sanders and why Kevin Stefanski may not succeed there. Finally, Elle shares her transition from ESPN to Netflix, reflecting on personal growth and the opportunities that lie ahead. 00:00 - Introduction 03:15 - Inside Elle's experience with Alex Honnold 16:00...
Jan 30, 2026•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, Bomani Jones reacts to the news that Bill Belichick will not be a first ballot Hall of Famer, and what does and does not bother him about that decision. Later in this conversation, Bomani Jones interviews Danny Funt, author of 'Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling.' They discuss the evolution of sports gambling in America, its impact on various stakeholders including leagues, players, and fans, and the challenges of responsible gaming in the era of th...
Jan 28, 2026•1 hr 10 min
In this episode, Bomani Jones and Vinny Goodwill delve into Kobe Bryant's legendary 81-point game against the Toronto Raptors, exploring its significance in NBA history and its impact on Kobe's career over 20 years later. They discuss how Kobe's perception has changed after the 3-peat with Shaq, the signature greatness that led to this performance, and how this game helped reshape his public image. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jan 27, 2026•57 min
Bomani Jones starts off the show by reacting to both the NFC & AFC championship games, and talks about the stakes ahead for both Sam Darnold & Drake Maye. Later, he discusses the Steelers' hiring of Mike McCarthy and how out of character it is for the organization. Finally, he breaks down Deion Sanders' decision to fine his players, Lane Kiffin's insane tweet, and the ongoing crisis in Minneapolis, and why athletes aren't speaking out the way they used to. Learn more about your ad choice...
Jan 26, 2026•1 hr 9 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Mina Kimes of ESPN. First, they break down the third matchup between the Los Angeles Rams & the Seattle Seahawks and what it means for Sam Darnold & Matthew Stafford. Later, they discuss the bizarre situation with the San Francisco 49ers and their rash of injuries. Finally, they air their frustrations with the ongoing Josh Allen-Lamar Jackson discourse and talk about if Jarrett Stidham & the Broncos can shock the New England Patriots in the AFC championship ...
Jan 23, 2026•1 hr 6 min
Nick Wright of FS1's "First Things First" joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss the upcoming matchup between the Seattle Seahawks & the Los Angeles Rams & break down Matt Stafford's bizarre career. Later, they react to Josh Allen's disappointing playoff game against the Broncos, the lack of criticism of him from the media, and where the Bills go from here. Finally, they discuss the possibility of Bill Belichick coaching the Bills, and consider the future of Jalen Hurts & the Philad...
Jan 21, 2026•59 min
In this episode of "The Right Time," Bomani Jones engages in a deep conversation with Howard Bryant about his new book, "Kings and Pawns," which explores the intertwined lives of Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson. The discussion highlights the historical significance of both figures, particularly focusing on Robinson's testimony against Robeson before the House Un-American Activities Committee in 1949. Bryant emphasizes the erasure of Robeson's legacy and the complexities of Robinson's role in th...
Jan 20, 2026•1 hr 4 min
Bomani Jones starts off the show by reacting to the Bills shocking loss to the Denver Broncos, which ultimately lead to them firing head coach Sean McDermott. He discusses the up-and-down play of Josh Allen and why the media continues to defend him despite his shortcomings. Later, he reacts to the Rams beating the Chicago Bears and what it means for both Matthew Stafford & Caleb Williams. Finally, he reacts to CJ Stroud's awful performance against the Patriots, the Seahawks beatdown of the 4...
Jan 19, 2026•1 hr 4 min
Bomani Jones is joined by FS1's Danny Parkins. First, they discuss Caleb Williams' ceiling after his performance against the Green Bay Packers and his matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Later, they break down Josh Allen's opportunity to become the face of the NFL if he can win the Super Bowl this season. Finally, they react to the Giants hiring John Harbaugh and debate whether or not the move makes sense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jan 16, 2026•58 min
In this episode, Bomani Jones and Charles McDonald discuss Mike Tomlin's departure from the Pittsburgh Steelers and the implications for the team's future. Later, they break down Rich Paul's bizarre podcast and what he might benefit from it. Finally, they debate whether Nick Sirriani is actually a good coach, who the Falcons will hire, & if Brian Flores will get another NFL coaching job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jan 14, 2026•1 hr 2 min
On this episode of Time Machine Tuesday, Spencer Hall & Bomani Jones remember Cam Newton's insane 2010 season at Auburn. First, they discuss the origin of the legend of Cam Newton, beginning as a backup at Florida & Blinn College. Later, they discuss him running through the LSU, including his legendary run against LSU & the allegations of Mississippi State offering him $180,000. Finally, they remember his win over Alabama in the Iron Bowl and why his NFL career is still underrated Le...
Jan 13, 2026•1 hr 3 min
Bomani Jones starts off the Show by reacting to the Eagles embarrassing loss to the 49ers & Josh Allen leading the Bills over the Jaguars. Later, he discusses the Matt LaFleur & John Harbaugh coaching rumors & debates whether hiring Harbaugh would be a good idea. Later, he reacts to the ICE shooting in Minnesota and the one piece everyone is missing with that tragedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jan 12, 2026•1 hr 2 min
Domonique Foxworth joins Bomani Jones to discuss everything going on in the NFL. First, they discuss the Ravens' firing of John Harbaugh and what his next move should be. Later, they react to the breaking news that the Dolphins fired Mike McDaniel and break down what went wrong in Miami. Finally, they preview what is on the line for teams in the NFL Wildcard round, and hilarity ensues from there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jan 09, 2026•1 hr
Steven Godfrey of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones to break down everything going on in College Football. First, they break down the chaos in the transfer portal and how the sport has improved and declined over the years. Later, they discuss the Lane Kiffin-LSU relationship, whether it will work, and how Nick Saban influenced Kiffin's decision. Finally, they reflect on the culture of Ole Miss and how it has and has not changed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jan 07, 2026•1 hr 9 min
In the first-ever edition of Time Machine Tuesday, Joel Anderson joins Bomani Jones to discuss the 2006 Rose Bowl, where Texas Beat USC 41-38. First, they break down how USC became the dominant program of the early 2000s and why Reggie Bush might be the most famous college football player ever. Later, they examine the origins of Vince Young and his historic run culminating in a national championship. Finally, they explain why neither school reached these heights ever again. Learn more about your...
Jan 06, 2026•1 hr 6 min
Bomani Jones starts the show by breaking down the insane game between the Baltimore Ravens & the Pittsburgh Steelers & why Lamar Jackson & John Harbaugh need to go their separate ways. Later, he reacts to Pete Carroll, Kevin Stefanski & Raheem Morris being fired, and to why teams might not have better options. Finally, he reacts to the madness happening in the transfer portal, Indiana's beatdown of Alabama in the Rose Bowl & much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Jan 05, 2026•1 hr
The Ringer's Diante Lee joins Bomani Jones. First, they break down Tua Tagovailoa's benching by the Miami Dolphins and where both teams go from here. Later, they discuss Joe Burrow's recent comments and explain why the Cincinnati Bengals will never move off him. Finally, they talk about the pressure on Josh Allen heading into this postseason, a jam-packed slate of week 16 NFL action and the tough decision facing college QBs in the NIL era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
Dec 19, 2025•58 min
Tom Haberstroh of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones. First, they react to the New York Knicks' victory over the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup Final and discuss why the in-season tournament has been a success for the league. Later, they break down the NBA's injury epidemic amongst its star players and how it can be fixed. Finally, they discuss if the Golden State Warriors are letting down Steph Curry and if LeBron James & the Lakers are poised for turmoil as the season progresses. Learn more...
Dec 17, 2025•1 hr 5 min
The Athletic's Jason Goff joins Bomani Jones. First, they break down everything going on with this Sherrone Moore situation and how a "lack of mentorship" could have led to his issues. Later, they react to the news that Phillip Rivers will start another game and to the fact that the Indianapolis Colts must hate the other QBs on their roster. Finally, they discuss Caleb Williams recent excellent play, a league wide quarterback issue and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
Dec 16, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Bomani Jones reacts to Patrick Mahomes ending his season with a torn ACL and discusses what is next for the Kansas City Chiefs. Later, he breaks down everything going on with Sherrone Moore & Michigan and wonders where they both go from here. Finally, he reacts to Phillip Rivers' comeback for the Colts, the Rams big win over the Detroit Lions, Kalen DeBeor saying he is staying at Alabama and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Dec 15, 2025•59 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Alexandra Stapleton, director of "Sean Combs: The Reckoning." First, they discuss 50 Cent's involvement in the documentary and how he helped bring this story to life. Later, they break down the rise of Diddy and Bad Boy Records and how that helped to mold the "Diddy" persona. Finally, Bomani reacts to the possibility that Diddy was involved in Tupac's tragic shooting and breaks down what the documentary tells us about hip-hops place in society. Learn more about your ad ...
Dec 12, 2025•54 min
Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss the College Football Playoff committee and the mistakes they have made along the way. Later, they break down Notre Dame's decision to skip a bowl game and whether or not they will attempt to disrupt college football's postseason structure. Finally, they react to Lane Kiffin sending his LSU staff back to Ole Miss to coach in the College Football Playoff and to Utah's decision to get into bed with private equity money. Learn m...
Dec 10, 2025•55 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Danny Parkins of FS1's "First Things First". They start the show by reacting to the Eagles overtime loss to the Los Angeles Chargers and discuss why Jalen Hurts is the most confusing quarterback in the NFL. Later, they discuss Shedeur Sanders being named the Browns' starting quarterback for the rest of the season and consider why he is such a polarizing topic. Finally, they react to the news of Phillip Rivers potentially returning to the Indianapolis Colts even though h...
Dec 09, 2025•55 min
Bomani Jones starts the show by reacting to the Kansas City Chiefs losing to the Houston Texans in a topsy-turvy AFC. Later, he reacts to Notre Dame being left out of the College Football Playoff and explains why the whole system was broken from the start. Finally, he breaks down Shedeur Sanders' best performance of the season and discusses the incredible Sean Combs documentary on Netflix. 01:00 - Chiefs lose to Texans 21:12 - College Football Playoff disaster 39:00 - Shedeur Sanders Sabotage? 4...
Dec 08, 2025•1 hr 1 min
ESPN's Domonique Foxworth joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers and whether this will be Mike Tomlin's final year as their coach. Later, they break down the noise surrounding Shedeur Sanders & whether the Milwaukee Bucks will trade Giannis. Finally, they discuss if the Kansas City Chiefs can turn their season around with a win over the Houston Texans. 05:50 - Is Mike Tomlin on the hot seat? 25:05 - Shedeur Sanders nonsense 36:00 - Time to trade Giannis? 45:00 - Do o...
Dec 05, 2025•57 min
Bomani Jones is joined by ESPN's Vinnie Goodwill. First, they react to the Clippers sending Chris Paul home and reflect on the 20-plus-year career of the star point guard. Later, they break down LeBron's disappointing return to play and discuss the NBA's ongoing injury problem. Finally, they discuss the Oklahoma City and how their run of NBA supremacy might just be getting started. 03:06 - Chris Paul Sent home 19:30 - Is LeBron going out sad? 29:20 - The NBA's BIG problem 41:20 - Thunder's dynas...
Dec 03, 2025•58 min
In this episode, Bomani Jones and Spencer Hall discuss LSU hiring Lane Kiffin & whether both parties will regret this decision. Later, they break down other coaching carousel news and why the current college football calendar makes no sense. Finally, they discuss the pressure on Kalen DeBoer & Alabama Football ahead of the SEC title game and the lack of pressure on Ryan Day & Ohio State. 02:45 - Lane Kiffin wants to ride the tiger 22:00 - Other College Football coaching moves 30:00 -...
Dec 02, 2025•56 min
Bomani Jones kicks off the show by breaking down Lane Kiffin's "clown move", leaving Ole Miss to become the head coach at LSU. He explains why this is typical behavior for Kiffin and why both he and LSU may have made a mistake with this move. Later, he reacts to the Cowboys beating the Chiefs on Thanksgiving and the Bears beating the Eagles on Black Friday. Finally, he reacts to Shedeur Sander's second start for the Cleveland Browns and listens to a few listener voicemails. 2:40 - Lane Kiffin's ...
Dec 01, 2025•54 min
The Ringer's Joel Anderson joins Bomani Jones. First, they break down Lane Kiffin's continued flirtation with LSU & Florida and discuss the real reason he might be looking to leave Ole Miss. Later, they break down Ryan Day's chances of breaking his 4-game losing streak to Michigan and debate whether Ohio State fans would rather beat Michigan or repeat as National Champions. Finally, they discuss the Texas-Texas A&M Rivalry, the Ryan Lizza-Olivia Nuzzi drama and Bill Belichick & Jordo...
Nov 25, 2025•1 hr 2 min
In this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones breaks down the beginning of "Shedeur Mania" after Shedeur Sanders led the Cleveland Browns to a win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Later, he discusses the Eagles shocking loss to the Dallas Cowboys and other storylines following week 12 of NFL action. Finally, he reacts to the reports of Lane Kiffin's "decision", Zohran Mamdini's visit with President Donald Trump and a few listener voicemails. 00:45 - Shedeur Sanders Mania begins 18:40 - Eagles embar...
Nov 24, 2025•54 min
