This week on the pod Dante, Courtney, Malik & Syd go over the current state of NY baseball, the Fernando Tatis Jr. lawsuit, Ketel Marte's fan incident & more!
Pierce Rob and Chris predict this weekend's Crown Jewel show in Saudi Arabia, plus Extreme Rules 2009.
We don’t know about you lot, but we certainly didn’t expect the Brazilian clubs to dominate the Club World Cup, yet, here we are.
Join Tosin and Deen for the latest from the least most wanted summer tournament ever, the transfer window, and the Gold Cup.
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Coach takes a quick look at the first 10 fixtures of Arsenal’s 25/26 season with some thoughts on how our transfer activity may be affected by these games. Tap In!
On the latest episode of the Some Dude… Podcast, hosts Mike B and J.R. Bang deliver an entertaining mix of humor, debate, and nostalgia as they tackle hot topics from music to sports and beyond.
The episode kicks off with a spirited discussion about Jim Jones' appearance on Club Shay Shay with Shannon Sharpe, where Jones stirred controversy by claiming Nas wasn’t relevant in today's music landscape. Mike and J.R. dissect Jones’ claims, questioning if he suffers from “OGYN Syndrome” and debate the boundaries between confidence and trolling.
Next, they are joined by HipHopWired’s managing editor, Weso Omar, to break down the 2025 XXL Freshman List. Weso offers insider knowledge about the up-and-coming artists making waves, such as Jello and Ian, while sharing which selections surprised him and which overlooked talents deserved recognition.
Shifting gears, the duo takes a hilarious trip down memory lane with retro 1-900 phone commercials. From LL Cool J’s hotline to Freddy Krueger’s chilling bedtime stories, Mike and J.R. reflect on the absurdity and cultural impact of these relics from the 1980s.
The excitement builds as they explore the Clipse's highly anticipated musical renaissance. The hosts express their hype for the legendary duo’s upcoming project, speculating on Pharrell's production and the group’s return to top form.
Finally, the podcast delves into sports as it celebrates the Oklahoma City Thunder’s NBA championship victory. Mike praises the team’s patience and development, while J.R. shares his concerns about their ability to maintain championship hunger.
Packed with humor, personal takes, and cultural insights, this episode offers a perfect blend of nostalgia and contemporary relevance that fans won’t want to miss.
This week on the pod the guys kick of the show talking about Hov possibly dropping a new album & performing at the Super Bowl which leads to a convo about which albums have a top 10 Hov song. Also with closing arguments coming up is Puff getting ready to go to jail? Scott also tells the never heard story of the D-Wade button up.
The season finale of I'm Not Gon Hold You Hosted by Scott Lewis
Today's crew: J.R. Bang, Courtney Collabro, Pavy & Tosin
(WE WILL BE BACK IN AUGUST)
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
5:58 - Have NBA title celebrations gotten huff?
18:05 - Game 7 recap
26:51 - SGA’s all time season
33:32 - Can the Thunder run it up?
45:09 - Tyrese injury/Future of the East
55:55 - KD is a Rocket
1:03:56 - Bold NBA offseason predictions
1:06:42 - Club World Cup reactions
1:17:38 - MLB talk with Courtney
The Art of the promo was in full view on last Friday’s SmackDown: John Cena brought his own pipe bomb while Cody said nothing. Which one meant more in the long run? Goldberg vs. Gunther is official but will Goldy even make it to Saturday Night’s Main Event on July 12th?
Liv Morgan injured her shoulder on Raw so who will need to pick up the slack?
We preview Night of Champions and our Do We Care Segment in this week’s #theFBCPod
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The Friday edition of I'm Not Gon Hold You Hosted By Scott Lewis
Today's crew: J.R. Bang, Dante Miles & Courtney Collabro
Guest: Jack M Silverstein
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
6:07 - Chicago sports historian Jack Silverstein pulls up
6:42 - Bang NOT GUILY on Jud Buechler charges
10:37 - Favorite championship “others”
14:13 - Jack on the state of Chicago sports
26:02 - Game 6 recap/OKC in trouble?
39:05 - Game 7 preview
54:46 - Ramifications of Lakers sale
1:15:52 - Bron’s more ring culture issue
1:34:04 - Speeding Shedeur
1:35:05 - Right Wing Stephen A
Dante, Malik, Courtney & Syd recap the Devers trade to the Giants, what's their outlook for the rest of the season & much more.
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
3:40 - Devers traded to Giants
14:00 - New look Giants
22:10 - Shohei returns to the mound
37:00 - Weekend series to watch
Scott reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers being sold for 10 BILLION dollars.
Summer’s typically the time for footy obsessives to take a break from club football to devote their divided attention to international tournaments and non-footy interests, but FIFA, in all its wisdom, decided to launch the Club World Cup. Great.
Join Tosin and Deen for a brisk trip through all the goings-on in world football over the last week, from the USMNT snapping a 4-game losing streak in their CONCACAF Gold Cup opener, to the sparsely attended and South American devoted Club World Cup.
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Oh hey! Didn’t see you there but we’re back. Join Coach and Deen (with an assist from Brazil Scout) for an informal scouting session on two fantastic players that have been linked to Arsenal in the current transfer window: Ajax’s Jorrel Hato and Lille’s Alexsandro Ribiero. We discussed each player’s qualities, how they compare to Arsenal’s current options, and where they might fit into Arteta’s project. Tap in!
Scott, Bang & Pav kick off the pod with Scott giving his controversial take on being a club head in your mid to late 30's, the Clipse are back as the guys react to the 2 new singles & new video, is World War 3 happening & more!
The Monday edition of I'm Not Gon Hold You Hosted By Scott Lewis
Today's Crew: J.R. Bang, Courtney Collabro & Pavy
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
7:33 - Desmond Bane trade reaction
19:14 - Is Ja next?
25:48 - KD’s wish list
35:03 - Did Pacers blow their shot?
46:44 - Carlisle defends Scott Foster
51:43 - Game 5 preview
59:01 - Barber’s Chair Ad
59:30 - Courtney joins
1:00:45 - Devers trade reaction
1:17:49 - Giants outlook
The First Black Champ Podcast kicks off by discussing Jey Uso’s surprising loss of the WWE World Heavyweight Title and reflect on his reign. Speculation is high about Gunther facing Goldberg at Saturday Night’s Main Event on July 12, with the duo sharing their thoughts on this potential clash of dominance.
Ron Killings, known by fans as R-Truth, takes center stage. Recent comments reveal his desire to return with a more serious edge, shedding his comedic image. His declaration of identity as "The Truth" sparked a conversation about his legacy and what this could mean for his future.
The podcast also previews the highly anticipated Night of Champions event. Matchups like Sami Zayn or Randy Orton vs. Cody Rhodes, and Roxanne Perez or Jade Cargill vs. Alexa Bliss, fuel plenty of predictions and debates. CM Punk’s rumored Saudi Arabia payday is also up for discussion.
The episode wraps up with the "Do We Care" segment, examining the Bella Twins’ potential comeback, Bayley’s triumphant return, and Charlotte Flair’s puzzling losing streak. From title shifts to potential returns, this episode delivers a packed hour of wrestling insights.
Dante & Malik give the state of the union address for the Atlanta Braves & Texas Rangers.
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
2:00 - Buyers or sellers??
7:40 - Braves/Rangers dilemmas
30:45 - Weekend series to watch
The world's most inconsistent podcast is back at it! Scott, Bang, Merk & Pav recap what they've been up to the last month, the guys then pay their respects to Ananda Lewis, the BET Awards finally getting it right, ICE wildin & much more