All The Smoke

Gilbert Arenas joins Matt Barnes on ALL THE SMOKE: Unplugged to react to the shake-up in Dallas as the Mavericks part ways with GM Nico Harrison after a turbulent start to the season.

 Is Nico the scapegoat for deeper issues inside the organization? What role did ownership and front office politics play in this move? And how does Luka Doncic's early success with the Lakers play into the latest moves.

PLUS: The guys dive into the latest NBA betting scandals involving Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and more.

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Charlie Sheen has lived a life unlike anyone else, filled with wild highs, public lows, and a comeback story that’s still being written. That’s exactly why he’s the perfect guest for ALL THE SMOKE. After Matt ran into Charlie at the Crawford vs. Canelo fight, he shot his shot and landed one of America’s most iconic and unpredictable actors for one of our funniest episodes yet.

Charlie opens up about his journey toward redemption, his love for the NBA, and his one-of-a-kind Hollywood run. From his 2-on-1 game against Michael Jordan to working with Chris Tucker on Money Talks and starring in classics like Platoon, Wall Street, and Major League, this episode is full of hilarious stories and vintage Charlie Sheen energy. We also surprise Charlie with a reunion with his longtime friend Vernon Maxwell, revisit his Santa Monica High School days with Robert Downey Jr., Sean Penn, and Rob Lowe, and talk about his brother Emilio Estevez and the moments that made him a Hollywood legend.

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Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes pulls up to ALL THE SMOKE and delivers a moment.

The American Nightmare looks back on his decades-long journey, from growing up with Dusty’s wrestling legacy, carving his own path, and competing on the biggest stage in WWE. Cody talks locker-room culture, the lessons he learned from John Cena, Logan Paul’s impact, and makes a major announcement about his WWE future.

Plus, Matt reacts to the latest drama around Ja Morant in Memphis, potential landing spots if things go left, and the 2025 World Series.

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When it comes to cool, few ever matched George “Iceman” Gervin. The Hall of Famer pulled up to ALL THE SMOKE for a sit-down with Matt to talk through every era of his basketball journey, from the ABA to today’s game. Ice reflects on his early days teaming up with Dr. J on the Virginia Squires, the punch that ended his college career, and the lessons that made him one of the greatest scorers ever. He breaks down how he perfected his signature finger roll, recalls the 1978 scoring race with David Thompson, and opens up about being teammates with a young Michael Jordan, including the controversy that surrounded their 1985 All-Star Game. Off the court, Gervin shares stories about his Detroit roots, his friendship with Marvin Gaye, and how Nike stole him from Adidas. There’s only one Iceman, and his story is just as smooth as his game.

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The NBA’s latest gambling scandal has the league on notice 😳

Matt Barnes sits down with Keyon Dooling, former player, coach, and someone who’s been through his own battle with controversy, to unpack the shocking allegations surrounding Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and the crime family connections rocking the basketball world.

Plus, the guys sound off on the biggest headlines from Week 1: Wemby’s rise, Embiid’s frustration, Jaylen Brown’s new look, and more from around the league.

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Gavin Newsom is bringing ALL THE SMOKE.

The Governor of California doesn’t hold back: from calling out Donald Trump and warning about America’s direction, to addressing crime in Oakland, NIL in college sports, and the future of the Democratic Party.

Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson sit down with Newsom for an unfiltered conversation about leadership, values and what’s really at stake in America’s next chapter. He sounds the alarm on where the country’s headed, and why 2026 could define the future.

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Our two guests today impacted the game of baseball with their hitting prowess in different ways. Sammy Sosa brought baseball back to life with his charisma and home run magic, while Ryan Howard embodied the modern power hitter, leading a new generation of sluggers who could change the game with one swing.

Sosa opens up about his journey from the Dominican Republic to becoming one of the faces of baseball in the 90s, competing with Mark McGwire, what it was like sharing Chicago with Michael Jordan, and the truth behind his iconic home run hop. He also reflects on his legacy, the toughest pitchers he faced, and his thoughts on today’s MLB.

Howard joins the show to talk about his rise from the minors to becoming an MVP and World Series champion, the brotherhood with Jimmy Rollins and Chase Utley, the heartbreak of his 2011 Achilles injury, and how he’s carrying the game forward through media and mentorship. Two of the most feared hitters of their eras. Two stories that shaped modern baseball.

This is Sammy Sosa and Ryan Howard on ALL THE SMOKE.

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All The Smoke is back and going LIVE for the 2025-26 NBA season preview 🔥 Matt, Stak & Vernon Maxwell break down the biggest offseason moves, team shakeups, and who’s really built for a title run. Tap in and join the convo — it’s about to get real.

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Before Victor Wembanyama, there was Ralph Sampson, the original unicorn. One of the nation’s first super recruits, Sampson appeared on six Sports Illustrated covers in four years at the University of Virginia and once more as a member of the Houston Rockets. Matt and Stak sit down with the Hall of Famer to reflect on his legendary career, from NBA brawls and battles with Michael Jordan and Dr. J to facing greats like Moses Malone and teaming up with Hakeem Olajuwon. He shares wild stories about receiving death threats in college, Bob Knight smacking a cop while coaching Team USA, running into Mad Max in jail, and the Puma deal that became a lifetime contract. Sampson remains one of the most under appreciated talents in basketball history, and this conversation proves why.

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Tupac like you’ve NEVER heard before.

New York Times bestselling author Jeff Pearlman discusses his groundbreaking biography Only God Can Judge Me, the most in-depth look ever at Tupac Shakur — his rise through West Coast hip-hop to his time at Death Row Records, movies like Juice and Poetic Justice, and the myths that still surround his murder.

In an ALL THE SMOKE exclusive, we’re also joined by Davonn Hodge, the real-life baby from Tupac’s iconic song “Brenda’s Got a Baby.” For the first time, he shares his story and how his life connects to one of the most powerful songs in rap history

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