On this episode we discuss the passing of John Madden and his influence on all of us (18:55), AB's leaving the field mid-game against the New York Jets on Sunday (30:46), Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson returning to the NBA (45:22) and more! Also, we have officially launched on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/wakeupandwinpod)! Our first tier is only $5 a month so please subscribe. You will get WEEKLY bonus content by subscribing to our first tier which is titled "Just win, baby"! Happy New Year!...
Jan 07, 2022•53 min
On the final episode of 2021 Criss Partee of Deadspin joins to discuss Steph Curry surpassing Ray Allen for all-time 3-pointers made (6:15) Do the Bucks have a Big 3? (27:34), Oregon Ducks Football hire Dan Lanning as their new Head Coach (43:33), Damian Lillard expresses his increased lack of trust in the media (50:57) and more!
Dec 17, 2021•1 hr 19 min
On this episode we discuss Mario Cristobal leaving Oregon and where do they go from here?(14:48), Neil Olshey firing and our tiredness of reports surrounding Dame (35:31)DeVon and Spencer's experience at the Thundercat show (51:32), Drake withdraws his grammy nominations (1:00:46) and more! P.S. And yes, I know Jeff Van Gundy coached Mark Jackson with the Knicks and not the Pacers. Things happen when you talk too much!
Dec 10, 2021•1 hr 17 min
On this episode we discuss the rise of West Coast college basketball (7:35), The passing of Virgil Abloh and his impact on sports (25:50), NBA talk (50:06), and the recipient of the "Takin L's" segment is Enes Kanter Freedom (1:06:34)
Dec 03, 2021•1 hr 25 min
On this episode we dive into the current state of the Portland Trailblazers and some of the controversy surrounding them (8:20), the unfortunate passing away of hip-hop artist Young Dolph (23:45), Drake and Kanye make-up? (38:50) and more! P.S. We will be taking next week off of the podcast due to the Thanksgiving holiday! Happy Thanksgiving/ Indigenous People's Day
Nov 19, 2021•51 min
On this episode actor Myles Bullock AKA "Slick" from the hit 50 Cent produced TV show "BMF" on Starz joined to discuss his journey to become Slick, the respect he's earned from 50 Cent during this journey, his viral death scene on the show and more!
Nov 12, 2021•42 min
On this episode Justin Myers of Rip City Radio joins to take a victory lap after the Atlanta Braves won the world series (11:05), shares his thoughts on the Portland Trailblazers (31:34), his experience witnessing his best friend Troy Polamalu being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (41:00). After the Justin conversation the guys discuss Henry Ruggs massive mistake (57:22), Aaron Rodgers tests positive for Covid-19 and is unvaccinated (1:09:27) and more!
Nov 05, 2021•1 hr 36 min
On this episode the guys discuss DeVon's trip to Atlanta DJ'ing for Symba at the A3C Fest (12:47), Comedian Brian Hooks joins to discuss what to expect at his comedy show in Portland tonight and shares his thoughts on the Dave Chapelle controversy (22:39), NBA on TNT no longer broadcasting on Thursday's during NFL season and what that could mean? (38:45) and more!
Oct 29, 2021•49 min
On episode 150, Dave Zirin of The Nation joins discuss his newly published book "The Kaepernick Effect" (7:08), he shares his thoughts on Jon Gruden and the Washington Football Team Investigation (27:15), addresses Kyrie Irving criticisms (35:00)and more! Lastly, after the Zirin interview, the fellas put their NBA predictions "on wax" as the new season is now underway(50:13)!
Oct 22, 2021•1 hr 20 min
10:55 Jon Gruden resigns as Head Coach of the LAs Vegas Raiders after emails were leaked. 45:10 Dave Chappelle controversy after latest Netflix comedy special 59:58 NBA Talk (Ben Simmons returns to Philly, Kyrie speaks out, Predictions leading up to this season)
Oct 15, 2021•1 hr 31 min
On this episode we discuss Marshawn Lynch becoming the NFLPA Cheif Brand Ambassador (21:36), DeVon takes a solidarity stance with victims of the Portland Thorns after being sexually harrassed and coerced by their former coach (27:21), Portland Street Response update (35:33) and more!
Oct 08, 2021•51 min
In this episode host DeVon Pouncey tries to make sense of a vaccination narrative in the NBA that makes San Francisco and New York seem hypocritical and DeVon disagrees (15:10) Manny Pacquiao retires from boxing (35:03), Oregon Ducks Head Football Coach Mario Cristobal clip goes viral chewing out his player and DeVon reacts (39:28) and "Takin L's" segment (51:48)
Oct 01, 2021•57 min
On this episode the guys discuss recent historic successes of women in sports media (18:25), Lamar Jackson bounces back on SNF (33:30), Manny Pacquiao running for president of the Philippines (42:57), Ben Simmons wants out of Philly (52:52), Diddy Verzuz Jermaine Durpri (65:22), "Takin L's" segment (74:41), "Fantasy Rewind" segment featuring Doug (86:50) RSVP for Street Roots Family Breakfast Broadcast Edition 2021: https://secure.givelively.org/event/street-roots/street-roots-family-breakfast-b...
Sep 24, 2021•1 hr 40 min
On this episode Criss Partee of Deadspin joins the guys to discuss the Oregon Ducks upset win over Ohio State (12:15), Can the NFL sustain the success of week 1 for the remainder of the season? (20:03), Fat Joe Verzuz Ja Rule (31:25), "Takin L's segment" (57:07) On this episode we also introduce a NEW SEGMENT called "The Fantasy Rewind" where DeVon's fantasy football opponents will call-in to the show after competing against each other to put their bragging rights on display! And his first oppon...
Sep 17, 2021•1 hr 26 min
On this episode Tyson Alger of the I-5 Corridor joins to discuss mental health in sports media (4:40), What is the I-5 Corridor? (13:15), preview of Ohio State Buckeyes Vs. Oregon Ducks this Saturday (17:54), Damian Lillard running it back in PDX (24:22), "Certified Lover Boy" Vs. "Donda", and more!
Sep 10, 2021•34 min
On this episode co-founders (Casey Trujeque and Molly Kline) of the newly launched Sport Source appwhich is easily described as the AirBnb for sports joined to discuss all things about the app(2:07). Casey is also Payton Prtichard's trainer, so we discuss Pritchards 92-point performance in the Portland Pro-am (25:48) and more!
Aug 23, 2021•38 min
On this episode Duke University lecturing fellow and co-host of "End of Sport" podcast Nathan Kalman-Lamb joins to discuss all things Name, image and likeness (NIL), his podcast and more! His stance on NIL (1:55) The downside of NIL being the exclusive form of compensation for college athletes (15:42) How working at Duke impacted Nathan's outlook on College Sport (25:10) The forming of "End of Sport" podcast (43:28)
Aug 05, 2021•55 min
Criss Partee of Full Press Coverage joins the show in-studio to discuss Simone Biles withdrawal from the Olympics (7:40), Valerie Cleary leaves Portland State for the MAC (19:00), The Lox Verzuz Dipset predictions (40:53), new NFL Covid-19 Memo (50:00), and "Takin L's" segment (1:04:05).
Jul 29, 2021•1 hr 16 min
On this episode we discuss the Milwaukee Bucks winning the NBA title and is Giannis now the best basketball player in the world? (12:30) "Wake Up and Win" inaugural guest Malika Andrews becomes the youngest ever host of the NBA Championship trophy presentation (29:37), LeBron becomes the first active NBA player to become a billionaire (40:30), Sha'Carri Richardson/Beats/Kanye ad collab (46:16), "Takin L's" segment (55:25) and more!
Jul 23, 2021•1 hr 2 min
On this episode Tim Moore Jr., owner of World Series Company joined to discuss his HBCU experience and the significance of celebrity support for them 1:35, the intention of his apparel company World Series Company 13:55, NBA Playoffs 23:36, the "6th man" 46:03 and more!
Jun 25, 2021•52 min
On this episode Gina Mizell of Suns.com joined host DeVon Pouncey to discuss Chris Paul being out due to covid protocols (1:21), Gina's experience covering her hometown team during a historic run (7:00), the Suns socio-political impact in Phoenix during the last year (11:38), Monty Williams Coach of the Year snub (19:43), the viral Video of Suns fan fighting Nuggets fan (27:40), Jazz Vs. Clippers series (38:43) and much more!
Jun 18, 2021•52 min
On this episode Mike Richman of NBC Sports Northwest and "Locked on Blazers" podcast joins host DeVon Pouncey to discuss the Portland Traiblazers vs. Denver Nuggets playoff madness (2:34), terrible fan behavior in NBA arenas (19:24), NBA Playoff landscape at-large (23:35), Naomi Osaka withdraws from the French Open due to her mental health (30:25), and "The Sixth Man" segment on NBA reporters (40:57).
Jun 03, 2021•46 min
On this episode Kavitha Davidson of The Athletic joins host DeVon Pouncey to discuss the New York Knicks bringing NBA playoff basketball back to Madison Square Garden & NBA playoffs at large (8:20), Tony La Russa and his stance on the unwritten rules of baseball (23:51), her appearance on "Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel" and how the lack of sports has negatively impacted youth athletes mental health during the pandemic (35:30), "The 6th Man" Segment on female sports figures (47:11)and more!
May 27, 2021•1 hr 2 min
On this episode Dr. Jules Boykoff joins host DeVon Pouncey to discuss his latest New York Times opinion piece demanding cancellation of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics (8:19). Is the city of Portland ready for a Major League Baseball team(37:19)? Thoughts on the NBA playoffs (51:50).
May 21, 2021•1 hr 5 min
On this episode DeVon Pouncey is joined by the new Portland State Univeristy Men's Head Basketball Jase Coburn. Time Stamps below: 0:47- Origin story, how growing up in a dojo and being a black belt correlates to him becoming a Division 1 College basketball head coach 7:20- The Process of becoming the New HC at Portland State University (MBB)after former Head Coach Barrett Peery left to Texas Tech 10:20- Going Viral after his introductory Press Conference 14:43- Having the opportunity to be a He...
May 03, 2021•44 min
On this episode the guys react to the Derek Chauvin verdict- 6:26, Steph Curry brilliance and MVP conversation- 23:57, DMX and Black Rob passes away - 41:03 and more!
Apr 22, 2021•59 min
GPII discusses Historic tournament run for Oregon State (1:05) DeVon and GPII reflect on days together as AAU teammates (6:17) Gary Payton influence on GPII (9:25) GPII wins G-League DPOY and his chosen career path (16:04) Reflects on "Uncle" Kobe Bryant (23:19) Relationship with Damian Lillard (26:26) The "Sixth Man" Segment: Greatest Defenders of All-Time (28:23) A word for the youth (35:55) and more! P.S. Since the recording of this episode Gary Payton II has signed with the Golden State Warr...
Apr 09, 2021•42 min
12:50 LeBron becomes part owner of the Red Sox 26:47 Jason Verrett re-signs with 49ers 34:25 High school commentator says racist slurs with hot mic 38:15: Asian attacks in ATL and beyond 49:34 Portland Police Association president steps down after false allegations against Portland City Commissioner Joann Hardesty 101:10 Cahoots Bill introduced to Congress 105:03 Damian Lillard goes for 50! 118:40 Grammy’s recap and more!
Mar 19, 2021•1 hr 28 min
On this episode actor, comedian, director and "3 Strikes" star Brian Hooks joined to discuss his independence within the film industry (0:44), mental health within comedy (14:16), the importance of comedy in today's society (34:16), his relationship with E-40 (43:10) and more! We also introduced a new segment called "The Sixth Man" segment (45:49)
Mar 11, 2021•56 min
On this episode we discussed the reported single car accident of Tiger Woods (9:33), Vanessa Bryant calls out Meek Mill for Kobe Bryant reference in leaked song (32:25), Cam Newton gets in verbal back and forth with youth football player (45:43), NBA All-Star Snubs (54:52) and more!
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 15 min
