Fanning the Flames

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Fanning the Flames episodes

December 01, 2023 Fanning the Flames - Did You Guys Hear DA Got Traded?
It's been a long hiatus, but we're back for our first episode of Fanning the Flames since the season started and, indeed, since Deandre Ayton was traded by the Phoenix Suns (yes... it's been THAT long).
Dan and Justin break down the season so far, who has impressed us, who has disappointed us, and what things look like for the Suns moving forward.
1 hr 3 min
September 15, 2023 Hanging with the New Voice of Your Phoenix Suns, Jon Bloom
Sit down with us and get to know the new voice of your Phoenix Suns, Jon Bloom, a little better. Bloomer joins us to talk the journey he took to his new gig, incorporating his love of music into his calls, Devin Booker's new signature shoes, and the upcoming Phoenix Suns season.
2 hr 24 min
August 02, 2023 New Uniforms and Offseason Happenings
There's been a lot of activity in the world of the Phoenix Suns since the last episode of Fanning the Flames, so we have plenty to cover in this one. Topics include:
- Our thoughts on the Suns' new uniforms;
- Who's going to be the fifth starter?
- Is Deandre Ayton going to change the narrative?
- Who we are most excited to see in action out of the Suns' minimum contract players.
That, and more, on this episode of Fanning the Flames.
Make sure to follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Dan (@danduarte1), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.
The Bright Side of the Sun Podcast Network is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play - and if you use one of those podforms, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review.
Until next time!
59 min
June 23, 2023 Bradley Beal, Deandre Ayton, CP3, and... Ish Wainright?
The Phoenix Suns landed Bradley Beal in what many call a fleecing of the Washington Wizards, but how will he fit alongside Devin Booker and Kevin Durant? We think just fine.
In addition to diving into that on this episode of Fanning the Flames, we also discuss:
- whether Deandre Ayton will be back with the team next year.
- Chris Paul being traded to the Golden State Warriors.
- what Daniel has against Ish Wainright
Make sure to follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Dan (@danduarte1), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.
The Bright Side of the Sun Podcast Network is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play - and if you use one of those podforms, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review.
Until next time!
59 min
June 08, 2023 Comings and Goings of the Phoenix Suns
It's been a busy week for the Phoenix Suns, and we hit it all on this episode of Fanning the Flames, as we discuss:
- Our Paul is back, but the Suns' (Chris) Paul may not be.
- The coaching staff is coming into shape with the hirings of Frank Vogel and David Fizdale, and the retention of Kevin Young.
- Final thoughts on the departure of Monty Williams.
- What the heck is the team going to look like next season?
Make sure to follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Dan (@danduarte1), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.
The Bright Side of the Sun Podcast Network is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play - and if you use one of those podforms, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review.
Until next time!
1 hr 15 min
May 18, 2023 We Bid Adieu to the 2022-23 Season
We are one week removed from the Phoenix Suns being eliminated from the NBA Playoffs in embarrassing fashion (again) by the Denver Nuggets, and a lot has already changed for Planet Orange. We cover it all on this episode of Fanning the Flames, as we discuss:
- Our take on my Williams being fired;
- What the options are for his replacement and how feasible those options might be (Ty Lue?);
- What other front office moves might be coming this off-season (Bob Myers?); and
- What the roster might look like come the 2023-2024 season.
Make sure to follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Dan (@danduarte1), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.
The Bright Side of the Sun Podcast Network is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play - and if you use one of those podforms, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review.
Until next time!

1 hr 3 min
May 05, 2023 Time to Protect Our House
The Phoenix Suns are down 2-0 to the Denver Nuggets. Ideal? No. Dire? Not just yet. The Nuggets did their job in Denver. Now, it's time for Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and company to do the same in Phoenix.
On this episode of Fanning the Flames, we preview Game 3, discuss who we think may step it up for the Suns, and delve into our standard nonsense.
Make sure to follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Dan (@danduarte1), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.
The Bright Side of the Sun Podcast Network is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play - and if you use one of those podforms, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review.
Until next time!
1 hr 3 min
March 16, 2023 Fanning the Flames - Can We Chill?
The Phoenix Suns have lost three in a row without Kevin Durant. Again... WITHOUT Kevin Durant.
But if you're freaking out and trying to find reasons not to, you've come to the right place. So, come chill with us on this episode of Fanning the Flames
Make sure to follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Dan (@danduarte1), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.
The Bright Side of the Sun Podcast Network is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play - and if you use one of those podforms, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review.
Until next time!
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1 hr 18 min
March 11, 2023 Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast - Kevin and Devin.
The Kevin Durant era has begun and no one has benefitted more than Devin Booker! Booker won Player of the Week, had a historic first half performance, AND Suns fans got to watch the Suns beat the Mavericks in a rivalry cementing classic. A good week was had by all... except for Kevin Durant's ankle, but we'll talk about that later.
You can be a part of the show every Saturday at 10am CST/ 11am EST LIVE on YouTube (youtube.com/@TheValleyPHX)
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Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast
(Hosted by Philip Russell, Ryan Shutt, and Ethan Shutt)
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57 min
March 08, 2023 Fanning the Flames - The KDBook Era is Off to a Hot Start
Paul is back! And so are the rest of us as we break down the 3-0 start to the KDBook era of the Phoenix Suns. In addition to the hot start, the guys discuss:
The performance of the guys off the bench;
The Mavs game and Luka's meltdown; and
The national media retractors still hating on the Suns.
Make sure to follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Dan (@danduarte1), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.
The Bright Side of the Sun Podcast Network is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Play - and if you use one of those podforms, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review.
Until next time!
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1 hr 15 min