Good Rookies Show

Good Media, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Kevin Pryor @950Kev  • Talk Show Host/Producer 950 Lounge Show   • Partner Backstage Radio Network ( BRN ) • Co-Founder 9 Bridge Network

This episode we introduce Kevin Pryor who is a native New Yorker to give his opinion on New York's NBA talent, how it is as an NBA destination and his thoughts on the Knicks/Nets rivalry. We then provide our NFL playoff predictions and  discuss the outcome of a hypothetical Brady/Belichick Super Bowl matchup. We then highlight Kevin Pryor (9 Bridge Network/950 Lounge) during our FOR THE CULTURE segment where he shares how he started in media, how a NETFLIX cameo on a Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez affected 950 Lounge and his vision to be a part of something new and refreshing in media. We then conclude Episode 67 with THAT’S ABSURD and provide our thoughts on WNBA star Elizabeth Cambage announcing a Only Fans page. 

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Good Draft, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Matthew Maurer @TheDraftReview  •  NBA Draft Historian  • Creator  • Basketball Researcher  https://www.thedraftreview.com/ 

 This episode we introduce Matthew Maurer and get his feedback on  the unforeseen success of the New England Patriots this season. We then discuss Kanye West being denied a meeting with Michael Jordan over his past lyrics "Yeezy jumped over Jumpman ''. We then  discuss Charles Barkley's comment on the role analytics plays in today's NBA and our guest provides some background into the history of analytics.. We then highlight Matthew Maurer (The Draft Review) during our FOR THE CULTURE segment where he shares his passion as a 10 year old child, his breakdown of the draft process and how one draft selection could have affected Carmelo Anthony's career. We then conclude Episode 67 with THAT’S ABSURD with our thoughts on the creator of NBA Jam admitting to making a cheat code to deny the Chicago Bulls a game winning shot vs. the Detroit Pistons. 

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Good Kickback, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Charlie Lindsay  •  NBA Photographer  •  @tier0 https://tierzero.co/ • @kickbackconnect https://shop.kickbackconnect.com/products/blkz-day-donate 

 This episode we introduce Charlie Lindsay and get his feedback on Scottie Pippen's "better than Micheal Jordan" comment and discuss how the skill set of both players makes the comment interesting. We then compare the impact  ex-Raptors Kyle Lowry and Demar Derozan will have on their respective teams this season. We then highlight  Charlie Lindsay (The Kickback Initiative/Tier Zero) during our FOR THE CULTURE to recognize his contributions through photography, his thoughts on technology in photography and also selfies. We then conclude Episode 66 with THAT’S ABSURD with our thoughts on the PSG women's soccer player arrested for hiring a masked man to injure her teammate for more playing time allegedly. (Please note this episode was recorded prior to her being released from custody and being falsely accused by police. )

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Good Diagnosis, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest  Dr. Ben Igwe (@PTPhenomenal) • PHD in Physical Therapy •  MBA • Sport Enthusiast 

This episode we introduce Dr. Ben Igwe to let him express his Laker Love, his opinion on the Lebron James injury and how he feels the Lakers should handle the often injured Anthony Davis. We then break down the Highest Paid Athletes Of All Time List and discuss the dynamics of the players and their respective sport. We then highlight Ken Griffey Jr. during our FOR THE CULTURE to recognize his most recent accomplishment of being named a part of the Seattle Mariners ownership group. We then conclude Episode 65 with THAT’S ABSURD with our thoughts on KAT (Karl -Anthony Towns) saying his Twitter account was hacked after a liked "#FreeKat" tweet.  

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Good Content, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Greg Alston @AlSharpTongue @heygreggie • Lifestyle & Tech Content Creator • YouTube: YouTube.com/ACoolCreative • “Young Black & Bothered” podcast — https://pod.link/1399477683  

This episode we introduce Greg Alston and get his opinion on Kyrie Irving's IG post of Morpheus as we attempt to decipher the message of Kyrie's IG post. We then discuss the comments by Marcus Smart addressing the Boston Celtics, Jaylen Brown and Jason Tatum and how it affects team chemistry. We then highlight Greg Alston during our FOR THE CULTURE segment to discuss his extensive podcast experiences, the origin of the "Young, Black & Bothered" podcast and some inspirations of being a content creator. We then conclude Episode 64 with THAT’S ABSURD with PETA's request to MLB to no longer use the word "bullpen", to be replaced by "arm barn".  

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Good Books, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Bryan Walker @HBCUPrepSchool • Co-Founder & COO HBCU Prep School  • https://hbcuprepschool.com/15% off all products, DISCOUNT CODE: GOODROOKIES for all online sales channels, active from today until Nov 9.  

This episode we introduce Bryan Walker and get his opinion on Kevin Durant's "We aint sh!@ without Kyrie" comment and how a new NBA rule change may have affected James Harden's slow start. We then discuss Zaire Wade being drafted by the Salt Lake City Stars (Utah Jazz G-League affiliate), our thoughts on his father Dwayne Wade being a part owner of the franchise and the probability of Mexico having an NBA team now that they have been awarded a G-League team for the 2021-22 season. We then highlight Bryan Walker (Co Founder & Publisher of hbcuprepschool.com) during our FOR THE CULTURE segment to discuss the importance and accomplishments of HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities), his children's book "The ABC's of HBCUs" and the importance of HBCUs building programs through athletics.  We then conclude Episode 63 with THAT’S ABSURD to discuss Lavar Ball's relaunch of the BBB brand with his high end athletic shoes in the price range of $695-$800.   

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Good House, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Randy Holcomb @AlfredsHouse • 9 Year Pro Basketball Player (NBA, Libya) • Businessman • Founder of Alfred's House & Run Sports 

This episode we introduce Randy Holcomb and get his opinion on the ongoing saga involving Ben Simmons, Daryl Morey and the Philadelphia 76ers. We then breakdown our predictions for the MVP, Most Improved and Sixth Man of the Year awards. We then discuss the NBA TOP 75 and provide our replacements for the questionable players on the list. We then highlight Ran during our FOR THE CULTURE segment to discuss Alfred's House, his ventures and some of his experiences playing professional basketball overseas for many years. We then conclude Episode 62 with THAT’S ABSURD to discuss the Chicago Sky bringing the door Diana Taurasi broke to the parade celebration. 

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Good Recovery, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Rolanda Coe @BrnSugar34 • Sport Enthusiast  • Toronto Native  

This episode we start by introducing Rolanda Coe to the podcast with a group discussion on Kyrie Irving and his decisions regarding vaccination. We then discuss the Tyson Fury/ Deontay Wilder heavyweight trilogy and how the fight affects boxing going forward. We then discuss Las Vegas Raiders former coach Jon Gruden and his derogatory remarks from his past emails. We then highlight Lewis Hamilton during our FOR THE CULTURE segment to discuss his initiative to hire 150 black STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) workers. We then conclude Episode 61 with THAT’S ABSURD to discuss the "Luka, Trae, Ja those guys like that ... I feel my name should be in that category too" comment from Tyler Herro.  

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Good Finance, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Arman Vakili @officiallyarman • Founder • Estate Planner • Asset Manager • Insurance Broke • https://nahesh.com/ "Get free financial strategy session, they are also hiring"  

This episode we start by introducing Arman Vakili to the podcast with his opinion on the Los Angeles Lakers, the rivalry of LA and his experience as a Laker Fan. We then talk about the LA Rams, our predictions of the team and the $!B relocation lawsuit on the LA Rams from the City of St. Louis. We then discuss the new proposed WFL (World Fighting League) and the pros and cons of the new fighting league and his experiences. We then highlight Arman during our FOR THE CULTURE segment where he shares the origin story of his road to helping others through financial literacy, his experiences performing Martial Arts and a gem of how to balance business and life. We then conclude Episode 60 with THAT’S ABSURD to discuss the tattoo on the middle finger of Tyron Woodley after losing to Jake Paul, which Paul may not honor a rematch.  

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Good Protocol (2) featuring your co-hosts Faheem @Faheem4TheWin and Nelly J  @Nelly_Licious   

This episode starts with the GOOD Rookies discussing the Super Bowl Halftime lineup featuring Dr.Dre, Snoop dogg, Eminem, Mary j Blige and Kendrick Lamar.  We then discuss the NBA vaccination protocol along with the effects of the vaccine in sports and the Hungarian soccer team that was penalize and fined by FIFA due to racial abuse towards the England players during the World Cup that occurred earlier this month. We then highlight Fred Van Vleet during our FOR THE CULTURE segment to discuss the "Heart of the City" initiative with Penny Appeal Canada and how philanthropy influences others. We then conclude Episode 59 with THAT’S ABSURD to discuss  Cowboys' La'el Collins attempted bribe of an NFL drug-test collector.   

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