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Unsalvageable

A Utah Jazz Podcast, hosted by Utah Jazz beat reporter Sarah Todd and life-long Utah Jazz fan Greg Foster.
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Episodes

Quin, Don't Do It (Plus an All-Star Recap and the Karl Malone Problem)

We're back after the All-Star Break! In this episode of Unsalvageable, the crew breaks down Quin Snyder potentially going to the Hawks, the All-Star Weekend, and breaking down the Karl Malone problem. All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvageable. Today's Unsalvageable was sponsored by Chapters Creative . Chapters Creative creates brand strategies anchored by business-growing content like websites, videos, podcasts, and more. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalva...

Feb 24, 202347 min

Breaking Down the Jazz/Wolves Trade with Chris Hine (Star Tribune)

Did Trader Danny fleece the Timberwolves again? On this episode of Unsalvageable, we sit down with the Star Tribune's Chris Hine to break down the Mike Conley trade. All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvageable. Today's Unsalvageable was sponsored by Chapters Creative . Chapters Creative creates brand strategies anchored by business-growing content like websites, videos, podcasts, and more. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and fo...

Feb 17, 202339 min

Breaking Down the Jazz/Lakers trade with Jabari Davis

As the dust settles from the NBA Trade Deadline, the Unsalvageable crew brings on Jabari Davis from Mad Boosties to get the LA perspective on the Jazz/Lakers trade. All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvageable. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Anderson for the Unsalvageable music...

Feb 14, 202345 min

The Jazz Rebuild Begins (And the Trade Deadline and LeBron Breaks The Points Record)

The Jazz officially start the rebuild after trading Mike Conley, Jarred Vanderbilt, Malik Beasley, and NAW. On this episode of Unsalvageable, the crew chats about why the deal is actually good for the Jazz, the trade deadline moves, and an awesome LeBron James story from Sarah. All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvageable. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageable...

Feb 10, 202355 min

The Finnisher is an All-Star (And Kyrie Asks Out, Trade Deadline Rumor Updates, and more)

Our sweet, sweet Finnish boy is an NBA All-Star! In this episode, we celebrate his win and retrospectively analyze the Lauri/Donovan trade. We also chat about the breaking news of Kyrie trade request, trade deadline rumor updates, and much more. All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvageable. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe...

Feb 03, 202347 min

YG Can't Ball (Our All-Star Predictions and Trade Deadline Update)

We're back after a small break! In this episode, we talk about the Jordan Clarkson/YG interaction, Ochai Agbaji's improvement, the state of the Utah Jazz and how that plays into trade deadline moves, and our picks for the All-Star Team starters. All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvageable. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe...

Jan 27, 202349 min

Donovan Mitchell Homecoming and The Jazz Are Sellers! (w/ Tom Sexton From The Trillbillies)

On this special episode of Unsalvageable, join us and special guest Tom Sexton from The Trillbillies podcast as we all breathe a sigh of relief that is the Donovan Mitchell return game. We also talk about Kentucky basketball, the Jarred Vanderbilt issue, and what to expect at the trade deadline, as the Jazz are expected to be sellers at the trade deadline. All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvageable. Check out The Trillbillies on Twitter ! Do you have a company you'd like to adve...

Jan 13, 202357 min

The Finnisher's All-Star Case (And NBA Mid-Season Awards!)

Lauri Markkanen has a case to be an All-Star, and the Jazz are beginning the All-Star campaign. In this episode, Sarah and Greg size up the Western Conference big-man All-Star competition. The Unsalavegable Crew also talks about the Jazz's losing ways, the Vanderbilt problem, and checking in on NBA mid-season awards. All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvageable. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShamm...

Jan 03, 202342 min

The Jazz Fandom/Racism Problem with Brigham Young Money's Jordan Smith and Angela Charles

In Marc Spears' latest interview with Donovan Mitchell, Donovan opened up about his experience being Black in Utah while playing for the Utah Jazz. This caused another controversy with segments of the Utah Jazz fanbase. In this crossover with Brigham Young Money, friend of the pods Angela Charles joins us to talk Utah's unique racist culture, her experience living in Utah as a Black woman, why Donovan Mitchell might have a point, and more. All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvagea...

Dec 24, 202258 min

ACAB Includes Referees (HeadbandGate, Rudy's Return, and Unspoken Rules of Basketball)

It's been a while, and there's a lot to cover in the past week. On this week's Unsalvageable, we break down Jordan Clarkson's headband fiasco, the return of Rudy, and why unspoken rules are lame. All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvageable. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Ander...

Dec 13, 202245 min

The Jazz Break The Losing Streak (Mike Conley = The Team MVP?)

The Jazz take a tumble of a five-game losing streak while we went on Thanksgiving break. How important is Mike Conley to this team, and what should the Jazz do in light of his importance to the team? Also, the Unsalvageable crew has a *very* important conversation about Thanksgiving and pies (*spoiler alert*, Matt likes pumpkin pie, to no one's surprise.) All of this and more in the latest edition of Unsalvageable. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open!...

Dec 02, 202242 min

The Jazz Come Back Down to Earth (AKA It's Simone Time)

The Jazz find themselves in the middle of a losing streak! In this episode of Unsalvageable, Sarah and Greg discuss the losses, the Rudy Gay/Simone of it all, and the next two weeks of games where the Jazz might be in trouble, continuing their losing ways. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Ander...

Nov 18, 202242 min

The Jazz Are For Real (AKA Surviving LA and ATL Nightlife)

We said we'd see what happens after 20-25 games, but after the Jazz survive LA and ATL nightlife and pull off a three-game-LA and Atlanta sweep, we have concluded that the Jazz are, at this point in the season, too good to tank. In this episode of Unsalvageable, we break down why the Jazz's floor is a play-in game, how the Jazz can improve, and how they haven't skipped steps in their rebuilding process. We discuss all of this and more in this episode of Unsalvageable! Do you have a company you'd...

Nov 12, 202245 min

This Week in the National Bummer Association (And Can The Jazz Keep This Up?)

Kyrie Irving. Ime Udoka. Kevin Durant. Josh Primo. What the hell is going on in the NBA? Also, we break down the Jazz's surprising start and ask the question: "Should the Jazz go all in?" Greg and Sarah break down the possibilities on this week's edition of UNSALVAGEABLE. We discuss all of this and more in this episode of Unsalvageable! Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables...

Nov 04, 202257 min

A Quick Look at the 4-1 Utah Jazz and the Topsy Turvy NBA

A couple of weeks of games are in the books, and the Jazz are continuing their winning ways while teams like the Sixers, Nets, and Lakers are struggling. In this episode, we look ahead at what to expect for these teams' future and ask ourselves – why is there a Karl Malone award? We discuss all of this and more in this episode of Unsalvageable! Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalv...

Oct 28, 202236 min

The Jazz Shock The NBA. Can The Winning Ways Last?

In this episode, Sarah and Greg break down the Jazz's first two games. Can the Jazz keep this up? Is winning a good thing for the Jazz's tanking prospects? Are the New Orleans Hornets sabotaging Sarah's wi-fi? We discuss this and more in this episode of Unsalvageable! Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to...

Oct 23, 202243 min

The 2022-23 Utah Jazz Lineup Is Set (Reaction Mini-Show)

All of the lineup cuts have been made – some surprising, some not. In this episode, Sarah and Greg react to the Jared Butler, Stanley Johnson, and Cody Zeller cuts and what to look forward to with the regular season around the corner. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Anderson for the Unsalvagea...

Oct 17, 202219 min

The 2022-2023 NBA/Jazz Prediction Show!

It's that time of year! In this episode of Unsalvageable, Sarah and Greg give their reactions to the Jazz/Spurs preseason game and give their predictions for the upcoming NBA season. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Anderson for the Unsalvageable music and Matthew Nanes for producing....

Oct 14, 202253 min

Pre-Season Halfway Point Check-In with The Salt Lake Tribune's Eric Walden

We're halfway through training camp and pre-season! We're without Greg today so we brought in The Salt Lake Tribune's Eric Walden to chat: Will Hardy's rotations – what will stick? Stanley Johnson's upside Our prediction on who gets cut Also, Matt asks the burning question – what does Eric Walden think about The Smashing Pumpkins? TUNE IN TO FIND OUT. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and ...

Oct 07, 202256 min

Media Day and First Practice Round-Up (And Farewell Bogey)

Sarah's back from vacation! We get a vacation report and say farewell to Bogey. Also, we talk about all things Media Day and get a first-day-of-training camp report and look forward to the upcoming season. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Anderson for the Unsalvageable music and Matthew Nanes f...

Sep 28, 202248 min

While Sarah's Away, The Boys Will Play (Robert Sarver Saga/Donovan Mitchell Press Tour)

Sarah's on vacation, but does that mean Unsalvageable goes on hold? Nay! In this episode, Greg and Producer Matt man the helm and talk about the Robert Sarver Saga, dissect the Donovan Mitchell Press Tour, ruminate on Danny Ainge's offseason cajones, and speculate on who stays in a Jazz uniform this season. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscri...

Sep 16, 202245 min

A Cavalier Conversation with The Athletic's Cavs Beat Writer Kelsey Russo

In this episode, the Unsalvageable crew brings on The Athletic's Cavs beat writer Kelsey Russo (@kelseyyrusso) to chat all things Donovan Mitchell going to the Cavs and what we can expect from Collin Sexton, Lauri Markkanen, Ochai Agbaji, and more. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Anderson for ...

Sep 07, 202239 min

RIP The Pig (Donovan Mitchell Trade Reaction!)

The moment we all knew was coming is here: Donovan Mitchell is finally traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers. This week, the Unsalvageable crew break down the deal from all sides: How the Knicks lost the deal What this means for the Jazz going forward How Donovan makes the Cleveland a contender Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download....

Sep 02, 202235 min

Bye, Bye, Bev. (Patrick Beverley Trade Review, KD Trade Aftermath, Chet Injury)

The Jazz give Patrick Beverley what he wants and trade him to the LA Lakers. In this episode, the crew breaks down the trade and what it really tells us about the future of the Jazz. We also talk about: The KD trade that wasn't Chet Holmgren's season-ending injury and more Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special than...

Aug 26, 202240 min

Everyone's Back From Vacation (Don Trade Talks Resume and 2022-23 Schedule Breakdown)

Danny Ainge and Scott Perry are back from vacation and ready to make a deal. Will it get done? Also, the Unsalvageable crew talk: The newly announced Utah Jazz's 2022-23 schedule A potential TV/streaming deal A check-in with our sweet baby boy, Jordan Clarkson, and more We also pay tribute to one of Jazz Twitter's favorite members, John English (@Jermsguy). If you'd like to contribute to his GoFundMe, donate here . Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open!...

Aug 19, 202232 minSeason 1Ep. 10

We Stan a King (Bill Russell Tribute, Don Update, and The Drew League)

In this episode, the Unsalvageable crew pays their respects to Bill Russell, one of the NBA's GOATs. We also break down: NBA cracking down on tampering The latest in the Donovan Mitchell trade talks The Drew League Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Anderson for the Unsalvageable music and Matthe...

Aug 04, 202235 minSeason 1Ep. 9

No Donovan News, No Problem (Summer League, Jason Terry Hire, Simone Signing)

While we wait for more Donovan Mitchell news, in this episode, the Unsalvageable crew gives their take on the latest non-Don Jazz news. Summer League takeaways Jason Terry hire Simone Fontecchio signing And most importantly, an update on our favorite thick-jacked king, Jarrell Brantley Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very...

Jul 22, 202229 min

Donovan Mitchell Trade Talks and Mailbag!

Utah Jazz and New York Knicks are in trade talks for Donovan Mitchell, and we break down what that means for the Jazz. Also, we take listener questions! Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Anderson for the Unsalvageable music and Matthew Nanes for producing....

Jul 14, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Rudy Gobert Trade Roundtable w/ Star Tribune's Chris Hine

In this episode, we chat with special guest Star Tribune Timberwolves beat writer Chris Hine about the Rudy Gobert/Timberwolves trade, how Rudy makes Minnesota better, and what's next for the Utah Jazz. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Anderson for the Unsalvageable music and to Matthew Nanes f...

Jul 04, 202251 min

New Jazz Coach Will Hardy, NBA & Roe v. Wade, Free Agency, and Summer League

In this episode, we go deep on the new Utah Jazz Head Coach Will Hardy, the potential consequences of the Roe v. Wade decision on the NBA/WNBA, how NBA free agency will affect the Jazz, and what to look for in Summer League. Do you have a company you'd like to advertise on Unsalvageable? Our DMs are open! DM and follow us @NBASarah , @DadShammdad , @swansofnever , and @Unsalvageables . Like, rate, review, subscribe, and download. Very special thanks to Bryan Anderson for the Unsalvageable music ...

Jun 30, 202247 minSeason 1Ep. 4
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