Deep Thoughts With Mascots

The NBA’s premiere volume writer, Blake Murphy joins the podcast to discuss the Raptors outlook into next year, LeBron James deeds for humanity, the proper attire for baseball managers, and a little bit of music. Sam and Aleg put Blake through a grueling bit of: “What’s in the box?!”, and Blake convinces everyone why they should watch wrestling. Enjoy.

Aleg and Sam discuss the muddied history of XXXTENTACION... RIP. Then they hop into a rabbit-hole discussing psychology questionnaires and datasets. Enjoy the sports lull, and hopefully you like pseudo-science.

Sam and Aleg hop into the studio to debate which of Kanye's 4 affiliated albums reigns supreme. Sam desperately tries to persuade Aleg to see the genius in Kids See Ghosts, and the podcast largely circles around the ideas that are implemented in each album. Aleg loving the bass-heavy, trap laden beats from Ye and Daytona, Sam pushing for the alt-rock infused Kids See Ghosts

Noel Aito joins the podcast to discuss all the happenings between the Warriors and Cavs. Afterwards, the gang comes up with ideas on how to change the world for the better... so listen close if you want to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Enjoy!

Longtime collaborator and friend: Christian Shyaka joins the podcast to layout his top 5 verses of all time. Of course, Aleg and Sam join along, and for extra listening enjoyment, the fellas recite the verses themselves... cover your ears and enjoy!

Social Media post: RaptorsRepublic Staff Writer, Anthony Doyle joins the podcast to discuss all the Raptors drama, with a fond look back at Travis Outlaw in England, and OG Anunoby's path to stardom. Towards the end, Sam and Anthony touch on the latest political scandals gracing the sports world.

Aleg and Sam talk about the Conference Finals in their current state and breakdown some of the optics of the respective series. Also touching on the Mad Pooper. All the segments are there as well. Enjoy.br /

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Sam and Aleg link up with VBND once more to catch up on his latest ventures, including his new single and the making of his upcoming album along with what inspired him, his aspiration to grow the popularity of neo-soul locally, and his amusement with standing pants. Hope you enjoy the conversations as much as we did

Sam and Aleg link up to discuss Kanye's string of MAGA tweets, and the backlash from it. Sam starts describing far-left ideologies as opposed to far-right ideologies, and how they've each been terrible in the past (Sam, relax). Can Black people be Republican? Yes, but they talk about that. A new segment called This guy's good, talk about him where a superstar and role player are discussed. Your favourite segments are of course included. Enjoy the episode

Staff Writer at Raptorsrepublic, BBallbreakdown contributor, and film critic at scenecreek, Joshua Howe stops by the podcast to discuss the growing game of DeMar DeRozan, Jonas Valanciunas' ever evolving ability to be productive, and the chaotic play of the Raptors bench mob.