Brother from Another

Natalie and Dawn Montgomery host Women’s Wednesday! Shalise Manza Young joins the show to discuss Jim Trotter’s exit from NFL Media Group and what it means for Black media members. Shalise also explains why Lamar Jackson deserves to be paid. Chris Williamson joins the conversation to discuss Dawn Staley’s criticism of media coverage of the NCAA Women’s tournament and its players and break down the different biases at play with coverage of Women’s March Madness and Women’s Basketball at-large, including the WNBA.

00:00               Roger Goodell says he had nothing to do with Jim Trotter being let go from NFL Media

16:40                  Lamar Jackson’s fight for guaranteed money

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21:40                 Athletes’ mental health matters: Ja Morant, Ben Simmons, Andre Drummond and more

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36:39                Media coverage Women’s Basketball players: Aliyah Boston, Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark, A’ja Wilson

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50:26                 No coffee for the Commanders

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Michael Holley and Jim Trotter talk about the lack of Black representation in NFL Media and Jim’s departure from NFL.com. Reeta Hubbard “The NFL Chick” joins us to break down the teams that Lamar Jackson could land with next season. Ashley Nicole Moss joins the show to discuss the current narratives surrounding Joel Embiid and this year’s NBA MVP race as well as the lack of parity in coverage of Women’s March Madness as compared to the Men’s NCAA Tournament.

0:00             Jim Trotter addresses his departure from NFL.com and the lack of diversity in NFL Media

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16:39             Lamar Jackson’s possible landing spots

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35:11             NBA MVP race turned negative this year

44:08        NCAA Men’s Final Four: Ashley and Jim rep their schools, FAU and SDSU

47:15           Dawn Staley calls out media coverage of Women’s March Madness

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50:28             Good-bye

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Michael Holley and Natalie talk about Lamar Jackson’s trade request and what his trade market looks like. Holley and Natalie react to the news of Jonathan Majors’ arrest.  Mike Jones joins the show to tell us what he thinks will happen with Lamar Jackson and how he thinks the Buccaneers will do after Tom Brady’s retirement.  Kurt Helin comes on to talk about Lebron James’ return, the Timberwolves’ comeback vs the Warriors, and if the Warriors will play better in the playoffs. Caitlyn Clark drops a historic triple double.

00:00                Lamar Jackson publicly requests trade from Ravens

12:51                  Jonathan Majors arrested

**END SEGMENT EARLY** OUT: Holley: “Shared some of your story with us”

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20:53                  Lamar Jackson trade request

30:08                  Todd Bowles and the Buccaneers confident without Brady

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32:27                  Lebron James returns from foot injury

36:19                  Timberwolves beat Warriors in wild finish

37:57                  Can the Warriors turn it around in the playoffs?

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47:39                  Caitlyn Clark goes off for a 40-point triple double

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Michael Holley and Vincent Goodwell discuss how toxic conversations around the NBA MVP race have become. Tom Haberstroh joins the show to discuss ref officiating in the NBA and whether the league needs to be more transparent about punishments and the impact NBA awards have on the relationship between the players and the voters. Mike Jones joins to react to the NFL’s memo restricting teams from having discussions with Lamar Jackson’s uncertified representatives. Mike Jones breaks down C.J. Stroud and Bryce Young’s Pro Days. Vinnie and Mike Jones have a heated debate over Boyz II Men vs Jodeci. Vincent Goodwill expresses disappointment with Michigan State's loss to Kansas State in the NCAA Tournament.

00:00:00             NBA MVP debate heats up: Jokic, Embiid, Giannis

00:17:36             Vincent Goodwill’s MVP pick

                            Break

00:18:42             NBA ref officiating

00:30:09             How NBA award affect players’ pay

00:33:48             Tom Haberstroh’s MVP pick

                            Break

00:35:18             NFL’s memo on Lamar Jackson’s uncertified rep

00:42:10             Reaction to C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young Pro Days 

00:45:56             Boys II Men or Jodeci?

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00:48:48             Michigan State’s loss to Kansas State in NCAA Tournament

00:50:11             Vinnie vs Boys II Men 

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Michael Holley and “The NFL Chick,” Reeta Hubbard, discuss Ozzie Newsome’s comments about Lamar Jackson’s contract negotiations and how Deshaun Watson’s contract has posed problems. Marc J. Spears comes on to talk about the problem with NBA referees, including Monty Williams’ rant as well as Marc Cuban and the Mavericks protesting their loss to the Warriors.  Charles McDonald breaks down his AFC and NFC Power Rankings.

00:00                  Lamar Jackson contract was complicated by Deshaun Watson’s guaranteed money

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17:33                  Monty Williams was heated at the refs after the Lakers draw 46 free throws vs the Suns

24:13                   NBA Western Conference Playoff Picture: Kings, Lakers, Warriors

30:31                   Ja Morant plays first game after being reinstated

35:10                   NBA MVP race

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38:48                  Are the Chiefs still the team to beat?

44:35                  How good can the Lions be in 2023?

47:24                  Should Falcons pick up Lamar Jackson

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50:49                   Ezekiel Elliot’s top 3 teams to go to

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Natalie and Zena Keita host Women’s Wednesday! Nat and Zena talk about Ja Morant’s return to the Grizzlies and the changes he is making off the court to focus more on his mental health.Marcus Thompson and Jim Trotter join the conversation on mental health in the Black community and confront the stigma against therapy among Black people.  Kelsey Nicole Nelson comes on the show to speak on the passing of Willis Reed and highlights the growth and success of Women’s March Madness.  Nat and Zena address Damian Lillard not wanting to be a part of a rebuilding team.

00:00                  Ja Morant says he’s ready to be more responsible

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9:39                     Stephen Jackson’s comments on Ja Morant’s counseling

25:05                  Andrew Wiggins’ relationship with fans

33:46                   Javon Hargrave’s comments on Brock Purdy and Stephen Curry

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35:33                   Rest in Peace, Willis Reed

38:09                   Women’s March Madness gaining traction

49:05                   Cam Newton throws at Auburn’s Pro Day

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50:45                   Damian Lillard doesn’t want to rebuild

51:49                   Paul George timetable

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Michael Holley and Michael Smith run the hurry-up offense to hit many topics across the NFL and NBA.  J.A. Adande joins us to talk about Ja Morant’s reinstatement, Michael Jordan’s legacy after his potential sale of the Hornets and gives his favorite memory of Willis Reed. Tashan Reed breaks down the biggest issues in the NFL regarding Black coaches.

00:00                  Austin Ekeler says he is underpaid

06:53                  Lamar Jackson not getting as much interest as he should

11:38                  Cam Newton will be throwing at Auburn’s Pro Day

17:22                  Javon Hargrave says NFC Championship game would’ve been different vs Brock Purdy

18:34                  CJ Gardner-Johnson talks up the Lions

20:56                  Magic Johnson joins bid to buy Commanders

22:03                   Roger Goodell gets a raise

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24:16                   Ja Morant practices with the Grizzlies

31:02                   Michael Jordan set to sell the Hornets

35:00                   Rest in peace, Willis Reed

37:25                   NBA MVP race

40:22                   USA vs Japan in WBC Final

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42:58                   The NFL’s issue with Black Coaches

49:14                   Jimmy G signs with the Raiders

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51:12                   Schedule for the Week

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Michael Holley and Michael Smith discuss the possibility of the Patriots making a move for Lamar Jackson. Charles Robinson comes on and projects what the Carolina Panthers will do with their #1 overall pick, Odell Beckham Jr.’s free agency and how Brandin Cooks will fit in Dallas. Kurt Helin joins us to talk about Dillon Brooks’ beef with Klay Thompson, Austin Reaves’ heroics in LA and the Knicks’ playoff hopes.

00:00                  Patriots pursuing Lamar Jackson?

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12:14                  Panthers’ plan with first pick in the draft

23:58                  Washington Commanders to sell the team soon?

29:21                  Odell Beckham Jr.’s market

32:16                  Brandin Cooks traded to the Cowboys

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35:44                  Klay Thompson vs Dillon Brooks

36:54                  Austin Reaves is leading the Lakers

38:52                  How far can the Kings go?

41:20                  How serious should we take the Knicks?

44:31                  Is Nikola Jokic falling off in the MVP race?

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Michael Holley and Michael Smith react to Michael Jordan being in talks to sell the Charlotte Hornets and what it means for Black ownership in sports. Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald join us to break down Aaron Rodgers’ relationship with the Packers, Austin Ekeler’s trade request and Baker Mayfield’s chances of having a good season in Tampa Bay. Vincent Goodwill comes on to talk about Ja Morant’s break from the Grizzlies, parity in the Western Conference and the NBA MVP race.

00:00                  Michael Jordan set to sell the Charlotte Hornets

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16:53                  Aaron Rodgers break-up with Packers

26:29                  Austin Ekeler trade market

29:54                  Odell Beckham Jr.’s future

31:26                  Baker Mayfield’s chances to succeed in Tampa Bay

38:11                  Jonah Williams wants out of Cincinnati

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40:20                  Vinnie Goodwill’s new podcast

42:33                  Has Ja Morant taken enough time away?

45:54                  NBA Western Conference

48:04                  NBA MVP

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Michael Holley and Michael Smith talk about Aaron Rodgers’ possible trade to the Jets and question if the deal is as close to “done” as people think it is.  Connor Rogers joins us to explain where the leverage stands between the Jets and Packers amid trade talks for Aaron Rodgers. Shalise Manza Young joins the show to express her Aaron Rodgers fatigue, talks about Juju Smith-Schuster’s signing with the Patriots and more. Natalie comes on to discuss Ja Morant’s 8-game suspension and his sit-down interview with Jalen Rose.

00:00                  Rodgers vs Packers

25:43                  Jets not interested in Lamar Jackson?

27:42                  Jalen Carter Draft Stock

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30:02                  Aaron Rodgers fatigue

35:52                  Patriots sign Juju Smith-Schuster

38:23                  Projecting Lamar Jackson’s future

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40:41                  Ja Morant interview with Jalen Rose

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51:25                  RIP Bobby Caldwell

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