Bomani Jones is joined by The Ringer's Van Lathan. First, they dive into the escalating Stephen A. Smith vs. Jason Whitlock feud and why media beef keeps pulling people in. Later, they discuss the chaos at Atlanta’s airport as TSA lines spiral out of control across America. Finally, Van shares hilarious stories about working with Joel Anderson on The Ringer Tailgate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 25, 2026•1 hr
Bob Costas joins Bomani Jones to discuss his new role on "The NBA on NBC". Bob tells Bomani incredible stories about Pat Riley, Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal, Bill Walton, O.J.Simpson, Ahmad Rashad, and much more! Later, Bob explains why the NBA on NBA did things differently than its competitors and why he believes that still resonates with fans today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 24, 2026•42 min
Bomani Jones breaks down everything happening in March Madness. He starts with Bill Self in another classic Bill Self game, Rick Pitino back in the Sweet 16, and how Pitino suddenly has a chance to be the hero we need when St. John’s takes on Duke. Later, he digs into the rumors that UNC might fire Hubert Davis after blowing a 19-point lead to VCU. Bomani explains how it fell apart, what that VCU loss reveals about Carolina’s current reality, and why the way it’s being handled says as much about...
Mar 23, 2026•59 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Charles McDonald of Yahoo Sports to break down another wild stretch of NFL storylines. They start with the Dolphins clearing out weapons around Malik Willis and ask the obvious question: What exactly is Miami trying to build? Then they get into the Kyler Murray conversation, why some teams keep giving away starting-caliber quarterbacks, and what the Vikings and Falcons are really doing at QB. Later, they discuss the Ravens backing out of the Maxx Crosby deal, why NFL te...
Mar 19, 2026•1 hr 7 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Vinnie Goodwill to talk through the biggest NBA storylines right now. They break down what’s going wrong with Kevin Durant and the Rockets, why Luka Doncic has the Lakers rolling, and whether Los Angeles can really survive with its defensive flaws. They also get into Victor Wembanyama’s absurd impact, the Western Conference playoff race, LeBron’s future in Los Angeles, and what NBA expansion could mean for the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
Mar 18, 2026•1 hr 1 min
Bomani Jones is joined by DJ Wally Sparks for another Time Machine Tuesday, this time breaking down the state of West Coast rap in 1996. They dive into Tupac’s transformation into the ultimate California rap star, Dr. Dre and Snoop struggling without each other, the rise of The Doggfather and Aftermath, and why Ice Cube’s Westside Connection run mattered so much. Plus, they show love to Too Short, E-40, Ras Kass, the Bay Area movement, and explain how the West Coast sound had the whole country i...
Mar 17, 2026•58 min
March Madness is here, and Bomani Jones has one message for the people: it’s time to hate Duke again. On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani breaks down why the tournament is better when everybody unites against the Blue Devils, and how his Duke hatred has never changed, even though his relationship to college basketball has. Plus, Bomani dives into the Lakers’ rise in the West, Luka’s clutch stretch, and why LA might still be the playoff matchup everybody wants. He also gets into Oklahoma Ci...
Mar 16, 2026•57 min
On this episode of Foxworth Thursday, Bomani Jones and Dominique Foxworth break down Bam Adebayo dropping 83 points in a historic performance—but will anyone remember it like the legendary scoring nights from players like Kobe Bryant? The guys debate how impressive the game really was and why context matters when we talk about huge scoring totals. Later, the Baltimore Ravens reportedly backed out of a trade for Maxx Crosby, leaving the Las Vegas Raiders in a strange position after the deal colla...
Mar 12, 2026•53 min
On this episode of The Right Time with Bomani Jones, Bo is joined by Danny Parkins of "First Things First" to break down one of the wildest nights in sports. First up: the unbelievable 83-point performance from Bam Adebayo. Bo and Danny discuss how it happened, why it sparked debate across the NBA, and whether a night fueled by 43 free throws belongs among the greatest scoring performances ever. Then they shift to the NFL where the Baltimore Ravens shocked the league by backing out of their trad...
Mar 11, 2026•58 min
In this episode of The Right Time , Bomani Jones and Jason England continue their discussion of Hip=Hop in the year 1996. From classic albums by A Tribe Called Quest and De La Soul to the massive breakthrough of The Fugees, the conversation explores how 1996 produced some of the most important rap records ever made. But it was also the moment when hip-hop started shifting—from a culture-driven scene to a more commercial industry. Bomani and Jason break down why albums like Beats, Rhymes and Life...
Mar 10, 2026•1 hr 3 min
Bomani Jones kicks off the show by reacting to the news that the Baltimore Ravens traded 2 first round picks for Maxx Crosby. He roasts the Las Vegas Raiders' draft history and discusses how the Ravens and Lamar Jackson are all in for this season. Later, he breaks down how Donald Trump continues to meddle in sports and the hypocrisy surrounding it. Finally, he reacts to more bad AI news, domestic travels and Logan Paul drama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Mar 09, 2026•58 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated. First, they discuss Donald Trump's roundtable discussion on the future of college athletics and how difficult that problem is. Later, they break down the priorities for fixing college sports and what they would like to see changed. Finally, they react to a story of a Cal State Bakersfield College Basketball coach moonlighting as a pimp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Mar 06, 2026•55 min
Bomani Jones is joined by San Antonio Spurs Legend Bruce Bowen. First, they discuss the Spurs' season and whether Victor Wembanyama can lead them to an NBA title. Later, they break down other Western Conference contenders and discuss the disappointing seasons that Luka Doncic and the Lakers are having. Finally, they react to Jayson Tatum potentially coming back for the Boston Celtics and if that is a good idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Mar 04, 2026•1 hr 6 min
In this episode of Bomani Jones 1996 Hip Hop Series, Bo and DJ Wally Sparks examine the origin of Southern Hip Hop that year. First, they discuss the Geto Boys and how they were the genesis of Southern Rap. Later, they break down Outkast's "ATLiens", how it differs from their first record, and the incredibly adult themes explored by two teenagers. Finally, they examine the influences of No Limit & Master P on New Orleans and Three 6 Mafia on Memphis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Mar 03, 2026•1 hr 9 min
Bomani Jones reacts to a stacked weekend of NBA action, including the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. the Detroit Pistons, the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. the Denver Nuggets, the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. the Denver Nuggets & the San Antonio Spurs vs. the New York Knicks. He argues that the NBA season is finally heating up, and we should get excited about the regular season stretch run. Later, he discusses how the NFL Combine is for dorks and that teams like the Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steel...
Mar 02, 2026•59 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Corey Erdman, Together they delve into the world of boxing, discussing the upcoming fight between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, the implications of age on performance, and the financial motivations behind fighters' comebacks. They explore the current state of boxing, the cultural impact of celebrity fights, and the evolution of drug culture in sports. The discussion also touches on hockey's national identity and the intersection of sports and politics, after the ...
Feb 27, 2026•1 hr 6 min
Bomani Jones is joined by the Ringer's Jason Goff. First, they discuss how both Luka Doncic & LeBron James have had disappointing careers with the Los Angeles Lakers and what's next for both superstars. Later, they discuss Victor Wembanyama's ability to destroy the NBA & AJ Brown's unhappiness with the Philadelphia Eagles. Finally, they discuss the potential QB "competition" between Deshaun Watson & Shedeur Sanders for the Cleveland Browns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Feb 25, 2026•1 hr 8 min
In the latest episode of The Right Time's 1996 Hip Hop Series, Bomani Jones and Jason England break down Notorious B.I.G.'s impact on the year 1996 despite not putting out an album. Later, they discuss Biggie's imprint on artists like Jay-Z, Nas, Redman and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2026•56 min
Bomani Jones breaks down the NBA’s tanking problem and explains why the real issue might be that the regular season just doesn’t feel like it matters anymore. He also dives into USA Hockey’s gold medal moment, why America’s relationship with hockey is actually healthy, and what makes certain sports hit differently culturally. Plus, Floyd Mayweather’s return, Sam Altman’s wild AI comments abd TSA PreCheck chaos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Feb 23, 2026•58 min
Bomani Jones is joined by ESPN's Vinnie Goodwill to break down all the second-half storylines for the NBA. First, they discuss the ALL-Star game's issues, which are fixable and which are not. Later, they break down the Western Conference race, whether the Rockets have issues beyond the Kevin Durant Files, the emerging Spurs-Thunder rivalry, and whether Anthony Edwards or Nikola Jokic can drag their teams to the NBA Finals. Finally, they discuss the potential insanity of Jayson Tatum returning to...
Feb 20, 2026•55 min
Bomani Jones is joined by ESPN's Domonique Foxworth. They start the show by reacting to Tony Clark's resignation as MLBPA director after an alleged relationship with his sister-in-law. Later, they discuss Jesse Jackson's life after his death earlier this week and what people don't understand about the Civil Rights Icon. Finally, they react to Kevin Durant's reportedly vented frustrations with current & former teammates and coaches and what makes them so funny. Learn more about your ad choice...
Feb 18, 2026•1 hr 6 min
In this episode of The Right Time , Bomani Jones and DJ Wally Sparks break down why 1996 was one of the greatest singles years in hip-hop history. From UGK, Twista, and DJ Screw to Camp Lo, Bone Thugs, and Busta Rhymes, they explore how regional rap scenes, Rap City, and the role of DJs shaped an era before streaming changed everything. It’s a deep dive into the songs, the culture, and the moment when hip-hop still belonged to the cities that made it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
Feb 17, 2026•1 hr 8 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Howard Bryant. They discuss the many issues with the Halls of Fame across all sports and what makes the Pro Football Hall of Fame so difficult to get into. They also discuss whether Klay Thompson should be in the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame and whether Eli Manning will ever make it despite winning 2 Super Bowl MVPs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 13, 2026•56 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Yahoo Sports' Tom Haberstroh. First, they discuss Victor Wembanyama's insane game against the Los Angeles Lakers and why he is already an MVP-level player. Later, they discuss the brawl between the Pistons and the Hornets & why the NBA needs more players like Isaiah Stewart. Finally, they react to the league-wide tanking epidemic and postulate that the NBA needs to get rid of the draft once and for all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Feb 11, 2026•1 hr 11 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Jason England to kick off his series on 1996, one of the greatest years in the history of rap. On this episode, he discusses how 1996 was the year of Tupac. Together, they discuss Tupac's explosive musical output following his release from jail, his rivalry with Biggie Smalls, and the cultural significance of his work. They also reflect on Tupac's personal struggles, his charisma, and the lasting legacy he left on hip hop and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
Feb 10, 2026•1 hr 5 min
Bomani Jones reacts to the Seattle Seahawks beating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX. First, he discusses Drake Maye's tough performance and how Seattle's dominant defense means we got very few answers about Sam Darnold going forward. Later, he discusses Bad Bunny's halftime show, what made it such a great time & why the "backlash" to the performance was so contrived. Finally, he breaks down Giannis' disappointing decision, a bizarre performance enhancer, & learns about a white ...
Feb 09, 2026•1 hr 3 min
Bomani Jones is joined by The Ringer's Diante Lee. First, they discuss the upcoming matchup between the Seahawks and the Patriots and why Diante believes Seattle has a significant edge in this game. Later, they discuss Sam Darnold's incredible career turnaround and wonder why people aren't honest about his early struggles. Later, they discuss the pressure the Philadelphia Eagles face this offseason and what people continue to get wrong about the Rooney Rule Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Feb 06, 2026•55 min
Bomani Jones is joined by the Ringer's Joel Anderson. First, they break down the trade of James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Cleveland Cavaliers. They discuss Harden's continued playoff shortcomings and where he ranks among the NBA's all-time shooting guards. After the break, Bomani and Joel have a heated conversation over the state of college sports, who is at fault, and why it won't be fixed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Feb 04, 2026•1 hr 10 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Shannon Penn, a former producer of The Right Time and currently at ESPN. They delve into the history and cultural significance of the Dallas Cowboys and their 1990s dynasty. They break down the cultural significance of Michael Irvin and Deion Sanders while pondering what is keeping the Cowboys from returning to their past success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 03, 2026•1 hr 7 min
Bomani Jones kicks off the show by reacting to the NFL filling none of its 10 head coaching openings with a black candidate. Later, he discusses the Giannis trade sweepstakes and why he believes he needs to be more forceful in demanding a trade. Finally, he reacts to Steve Tisch being named in the Epstein files, Bitcoin's price plummeting, and Lauyrn Hill's shockingly punctual performance at the Grammys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Feb 02, 2026•1 hr 3 min
