FOURTH & BONILLA

•Intro: Shoutout to the top leaders in the pool
• Winner of the Week, Michael, joins Fourth and Bonilla.
• Commish Bros Discuss NFL Week 4
• I was THIS CLOSE
• The Fade Bros give you Lock of the Week and Long Shot of the Week

Fourth and Bonilla Podcast: Week 3

•Intro: Weekly Newsletter on Substack, Podcast available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcast and Squad Ride!!!

• Winner of the Week, Dave, joins Fourth and Bonilla.
• Commish Bros Discuss NFL Week 3
• The Fade Bros give you Lock of the Week and Long Shot of the Week

• Intro
• Winner(s) of the Week, Dom and Rob, join Fourth and Bonilla.
• Commish Bros Discuss NFL Week 2
• The Fade Bros give you Lock of the Week and Long Shot of the Week

Week 1 kicks off strong with the Commish Bros beyond excited to be back!

• The League: Record membership, Weekly Winner, Season Winner, Weekly Newsletter, Weekly Pod Episode with Weekly Winner and NFL Red Zone Host Scott Hanson kicks off La Familia Pick Em Pool!

• Rookie Roll Call: All New Joiners get their flowers for joining the best football pool. (Existing members feel free to skip)

• Winner of the Week, Ryan Luddy, joins the Fourth and Bonilla.

• Commish Bros Discuss NFL Week 1

• The Fade Bros give you Lock of the Week and Long Shot of the Week

We sat down with former New York Jet Matt Simms, son of the Giants legend Phil Simms, to discuss his football journey—from growing up in a famous football family to playing in high school, college, and the NFL, as well as his post-playing career in sports media.

Key Topics Covered in the Episode:

• High School Career: Starred at Don Bosco Prep in New Jersey, where he won a state championship and put up massive numbers.
• College Career: His path through Louisville, El Camino Community College, and the University of Tennessee.
• NFL Experience: His time in the NFL, including playing for the New York Jets, as well as stints with the Buffalo Bills and Atlanta Falcons.
• Post-Professional Sports Career & Media: Transitioning out of playing football into sports broadcasting, radio appearances, and leading thre Simms Complete program and podcast.

n this episode, Scoop B, shares his incredible journey from a young radio host to a prominent sports journalist, revealing behind-the-scenes stories from his career, insights into NBA trades, and how culture influences sports reporting. Discover how curiosity, authenticity, and a passion for storytelling can shape a successful media career.

Recorded on June 25th 2026

Key Topics:
-Scoop B's origin story and nickname
-Early career in radio and NBA locker rooms
-Influence of family and Harlem history
-Behind-the-scenes NBA trade insights
-Approach to interviewing and storytelling
-Culture's impact on sports journalism
-Notable interviews and memorable moments
-Future of NBA trades and team strategies

Sound Bites
"My mom always tried to have conversations with me."
"NBA players are people, not robots."
"Charles Oakley has an open invite from the Knicks."

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and episode overview
02:31 The origin of Scoop B nickname and early career
04:20 Family influence and Harlem's rich history
11:05 Starting Net Slammin Planet and early NBA experiences
19:14 Passion for media and key influences
22:24 Memories of growing up around basketball legends
29:41 Approach to unique interviews and cultural insights
43:29 Interviewing NBA legends and team dynamics
50:48 Charles Oakley, Knicks, and team rivalries
58:55 The Pull Up with Scoop B and future projects
01:02:50 Favorite Jay Z album and personal inspiration

The Original Jordan Stopper and Former New York Knicks' Gerald Wilkins joins Fourth and Bonilla Podcast.

He shares his incredible NBA journey, legendary matchups, and insights into the current NBA Finals with the Knicks and Spurs. Discover stories from the 80s and 90s, legendary matchups, and his thoughts on today's game.

Chapters:

Gerald Wilkins' family and early basketball influences
1985 Draft night experiences and rookie year stories
Playing alongside legends like Patrick Ewing and Bernard King
Memories of Madison Square Garden and iconic games
The dunk contest and legendary dunks
Current NBA Finals (Knicks Legendary Run) and the energy in New York City
Defending Michael Jordan and the 'Jordan Stopper' story
The evolution of NBA basketball
Goat Talk: Jordan vs. Lebron
Gerald Wilkins' legacy and final thoughts

ohn Oates, former Boston College Stretch Big, joins Fourth and Bonilla Podcast.

He shares his incredible journey from the court to the creative world of digital media. After stepping away from the game, he transformed his love for storytelling and creativity into a successful career by being the 7th employee at VaynerMedia and becoming the Founder of JPO Digital.

Stories Told:
-Fondest Memory of Bosco
-Story about Legend Coach Devo
-Break in Vegas (recognized by College Scouts) and Recruitment story to Boston College with Al Skinner (Flowers: Tom Konchalski)
-Oates as the First Stretch Big (Flowers: Coach Ed Cooley and Coach Al Skinner, Sean Williams)
-John Oates from Bench to 3 year starter
-Big East to ACC (Welcome to the ACC Moment)
-Crazy North Carolina Story, RIP
-Cameron Indoor Stadium Experience (Duke Stadium)

• Where was the hardest place to play in ACC? (Clemson & Maryland)
  

-Sweet 16 Journey
-Al Skinner and Boston College: how coaching worked.
-Jared Dudley Story
-Funny Jared Dudley Story
-Funny Craig Smith "the Rhino" story
-Overseas Basketball
-Conversation with Dad to Hang up jersey
-How Oates got hired by Gary Vee and became the 7th or 8th employee at VaynerMedia
-Inside Story on Gary Vee, Good Guys Finish First
-Oates Joins Dr. Oz
-How you buy an Emmy for Top Show on TV
-Dr. Oz conversation to John Oates

• Oprah Story On Oz
  

-TBT Tournament (Promoted the event)
-Ice Bucket Challenge association to Boston College
-JPO Digital Advantage with Infrastructure:
-Which Teammates Oates has the strongest bond with
-Who was the toughest player you played against?
-Best Trash Talker? (Jared Dudley)
-Don Bosco Prep Basketball Rushmore
-Boston College Basketball Rushmore

Music: Thorb feat. Doss - Already On

NFL Miami Dolphins' Leonte Carroo Joins Fourth and Bonilla Podcast with Commish Papi and Commish Bonez to discuss:-Why Carroo decided to attend Powerhouse Don Bosco Prep High School-Coach Toal Story-Bosco Rushmore-Being a Scarlet Knight: Rutgers All-Time WR Receiving TD Record (29)-NFL Draft Day Experience (Draft Party, Bill Belichick Story, NFL Combine, IMG Academy, Brian Gaine) -Experience as a Miami Dolphin (Jarvis Landry Welcome, 74 Yard TD Story, Coach Ben Johnson)-Life after NFL, Full Circle Bosco Moment-Mental Health for Athletes -Special Announcement

Tyrell Biggs joins Fourth and Bonilla Podcast and shares his legendary basketball career from Riverside to Don Bosco Prep to becoming the Number 1 team in the nation at University of Pittsburgh to professional success overseas. In this genuine conversation, Biggs shares:The intense environment of the tri-state basketball scene in the early 2000s, breaking down the legendary camps, rivalries, and unforgettable moments that defined an era.The inside story of navigating one of the most competitive high school leagues, facing off against future NBA stars, and leading Bosco to new heights.The behind-the-scenes journey of NCAA recruitment, the pressures of being a top-100 player, and what it truly takes to succeed at the highest levels, including trials in the summer league with the Chicago Bulls.His overseas adventures—from Greece to Lebanon to Lithuania—where the passionate fans, wild atmospheres, and cultural experiences amplified his love for the game and teach lessons in resilience.Lastly, his full circle moment as he returns to Don Bosco Prep to coach the future basketball stars.

Song Credit: Thorb feat. Doss: Already On