Good Rookies Show

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

We start episode 135 introducing Matthew Mauer to the podcast discussing some sleepers in the NCAA Tournament, the impact a strong March Madness showing can have on NBA draft selection and some context to the most highly touted NBA 2023 draft entries this year. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Matthew Mauer (NBA Draft Review, On The Wire w/ Matthew Mauer Podcast) where he discusses his interactive NBA Draft museum to preserve NBA Draft history, the effects of social media on the NBA Draft and how segregation has historically affected NBA draft evaluation. We then conclude episode 135 with THAT'S ABSURD to discuss a tweet from Lebron James stating his son Bronny James is better than some of the league's current players after watching League Pass.    

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Updated*** We start episode 134 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the postgame rant on the current state of NBA refereeing from Toronto Raptors' PG Fred VanVleet and the effect sports betting has had on the league. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Charmaine Crooks (Canadian athlete, 5x Olympian, Current Interim President for Canada Soccer Association) where we discuss her road to success from the track to the boardroom, some factors leading to her achievements being overlooked and how her experiences have helped her beat the odds in a male dominated leadership sports industry. We conclude episode 134 with THATS ABSURD where we discuss an unfortunate gun incident involving retired NBA star Shawn Kemp.  #nba #canadasoccer #shawnkemp   

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We start episode 134 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the postgame rant on the current state of NBA refereeing from Toronto Raptors' PG Fred VanVleet and the effect sports betting has had on the league. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Charmaine Crooks (Canadian athlete, 5x Olympian, Current Interim President for Canada Soccer Association) where we discuss her road to success from the track to the boardroom, some factors leading to her achievements being overlooked and how her experiences have helped her beat the odds in a male dominated leadership sports industry. We conclude episode 134 with THATS ABSURD where we discuss an unfortunate gun incident involving retired NBA star Shawn Kemp.  #nba #canadasoccer  #shawnkemp  

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We start episode 133 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the gradual decline of interest in the NBA All Star game, some factors leading to fan disappointment and solutions to make the All Star game more enjoyable. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Dawn Staley (Hall of Fame player and coach/current Head Coach of South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball) and discuss her achievements and influence on women’s game. We conclude episode 132 with THATS ABSURD where we discuss Orlando Commanders QB Quinten Dormady was cut for allegedly gave the opposing team his playbook.  

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Good Habits, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Dr. Joel Kerr @thehealthinstitute @dr_j_speaks  • Founder and Director of Therapy At The Health Institute  • Strength and Conditioning Coach  • Motivational Speaker  •  http://www.thehealthinstitute.ca/

This episode returning Dr.Joel Kerr shares his analysis on the injuries of a few NBA stars known for having recurring injuries.  We then highlight Dr. J (Founder and Director of  The Health Institute) during our FOR THE CULTURE segment to highlight his contribution to the community through his insights into health and lifestyle options. We also highlight some of his upcoming ventures ranging from speaking engagements to family based health training.  Episode 132 concludes with THAT’S ABSURD where we discuss the new Power Slap league that Dana White created, and the dangers for those who participate.

We start episode 131 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the launch of a new OVO x NFL collection tailored for some of the NFL's biggest teams and the influence NFL team brands have on the culture. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight the new Women Premier League (WPL) in India, where the value of a starting franchise exceeds $100 Million, we also discuss the status of women's sports leagues globally and some factors that make women's cricket positioned for success. We then conclude episode 131 with THAT'S ABSURD to discuss a middle school that served chicken and waffles with watermelon at school to celebrate the start of Black History Month

Good Programs, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest  @Kevin Francis @diversified_youth  • Founder • Executive Director • Community Leader • Sports Enthusiast • Diversified 

We start episode 130 with special guest Kevin Francis to discuss the most intriguing trades at the NBA trade deadline, the teams that upgraded and list some of the contenders for the remainder of the NBA season, In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Kevin Francis (Founder, Diversified Youth Initiative) where he shares the details of his Skill Set programs, some programs run through York Memorial HS (a notable Toronto high school) and discuss some success stories of graduates of Diversified Youth Initiative. We then conclude episode 130 with THAT'S ABSURD to discuss an alleged incident with an entourage of Ja Morant pointing a red laser at the Indiana Pacers team bus which has been thought to be a gun.

We start episode 129 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the upcoming Super Bowl LVII matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs, the historic 1st head to head facing of black quarterbacks and provide some black QB trivia. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Nicole Lynn the 1st black woman to represent a Super Bowl QB (Jalen Hurts), highlight her qualified road to success and the role Klutch Sports provided to make this possible. We then conclude episode 129 with THAT'S ABSURD to discuss a bottle of sand from the location of Tom Brady's retirement announcement bidding online for over 100K.