In this special podcast episode, Mariah hits the road to attend three of the biggest events in sports — all in one unforgettable week. From on-the-ground athlete interviews and exclusive behind-the-scenes access to fan experiences and celebrity sightings, this episode gives you an inside look at:

✅ 2025 MLB All-Star Weekend with exclusive interview of Aaron Judge and more!
✅ 2025 WNBA All-Star Game & Festivities + Being on the StudBudz stream!
✅ The 2025 ESPY Awards Red Carpet & Highlights

Whether you're a die-hard sports fan or just love great stories, this episode is packed with energy, insight, and unforgettable moments.

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The WNBA is breaking records — viewership is up, arenas are packed, and new expansion teams are on the way. So why are WNBA players STILL drastically underpaid? In this explosive episode, Mariah digs into the truth behind WNBA salaries, the myths about league revenue, recently announced WNBA team expansions and the fight brewing over the upcoming CBA negotiations.

🎙️ This is more than sports — it’s a battle for respect, equity and the future of women’s basketball.

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Tyrese Haliburton has done everything right — he's an NBA All-Star, an Olympic Gold Medalist and just led the Indiana Pacers to the 2025 NBA Finals. Yet somehow... he’s still being called overrated by fans, media and even some NBA insiders.

Is it fair criticism or just hate? Mariah digs into the numbers, the narratives and the noise surrounding one of the league’s most polarizing young stars.

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The 2025 NBA Finals are HERE — and it's a showdown NO ONE expected but EVERYONE is talking about! The Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder have defied the odds to reach the biggest stage in basketball. In this must-watch preview, Mariah break down the top storylines, key matchups, superstar battles and smaller details that will determine who takes home the Larry O’Brien Trophy - while giving you her prediction on who will win!

WHAT TO EXPECT:
✅ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP run to bring the Thunder to the Finals
✅ Tyrese Haliburton’s rise to superstardom after being called "overrated"
✅ Chet Holmgren vs. Myles Turner in the paint
✅ Jalen Williams, Josh Giddey and the Thunder’s youth movement
✅ Pascal Siakam’s veteran impact for Indiana
✅ Coaching chess match: Mark Daigneault vs. Rick Carlisle

🏀 Whether you're a Pacers fan, Thunder faithful or just a Hottie wanting to stay up-to-date with basketball, this is your go-to breakdown before Game 1 tips off!

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The future of the NBA is NOW! With the wild NBA Playoffs going on, Mariah speaks on the rising and established young stars who are set to take over the league and potentially become the next face of the NBA over the legendary names like LeBron James, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant. 

From dominant bigs to elite playmakers, the future of basketball is STACKED with talent — but who will truly lead the next era? Players like:

🏀 Victor Wembanyama – 7'4" phenom with a skill set we’ve never seen
🏀 Anthony Edwards – Electric scorer with franchise-leader energy
🏀 Luka Dončić – Already a global icon… but is he the one?
🏀 Jayson Tatum – Polished, proven, and still just entering his prime
🏀 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – Quiet killer who’s becoming a household name especially after winning the MVP
🏀 Tyrese Haliburton – Elite playmaker and rising floor general who is putting the hoop world on notice
🏀 Jalen Brunson – Underrated star turning the Knicks into contenders
🏀 Giannis Antetokounmpo – Already dominant, but can he truly BE the face?
🏀 Nikola Jokić – MVP-caliber brilliance and playoff dominance so why isn't he the face?

...and more! Check out the full episode now and let us know who YOU think would be the best player to be the new face of the NBA! 

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Get ready for the most anticipated WNBA season in basketball history! In this episode, Mariah breaks down everything you need to know about the 2025 WNBA season - including game-changing roster moves, rising superstars and must-watch matchups.

We’re talking Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, A’ja Wilson, Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart, Paige Bueckers, Hailey Van Lith, Aliyah Boston and more —and how they’re set to dominate this year. From the New York Liberty’s title defense to the Indiana Fever’s breakout potential - we’ve got all the inside scoop.

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Deion Sanders and his sons, Shedeur and Shilo, have been in the spotlight for years — but with their recent NFL draft headlines, the criticism has only intensified. Why does the public and media love to hate on this family? In this episode, Mariah breaks down the real reasons behind the backlash, the pressure of fame and how the Sanders family continues to rise above the noise.

From Coach Prime’s outspoken personality to his sons' undeniable talent, there’s more to this story than meets the eye. Are they being unfairly targeted — or is it just the price of greatness?

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In this episode, we’re diving into everything you need to know about the 2025 NBA Playoffs AND giving you the ultimate WNBA Draft recap where Mariah were live and direct, interviewing the stars of the future like Paige Bueckers, the first overall pick to the Dallas Wings! From breakout stars to bold predictions, it's all here.

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College basketball is changing fast — and not everyone is happy about it. In this episode of Hoops for Hotties, Mariah break down how Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals are turning college hoops into a business, ruining team loyalty and creating chaos in the recruiting world - especially on the heels of a crazy March Madness!

From multi-million dollar contracts for unproven players to top talent jumping schools for the bag right after March Madness has completed, we explore how NIL is damaging the integrity, passion, and purity that made college basketball so electric in the first place.

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Mariah reacts to the LeBron James' sit-down interview with Pat McAfee where he does not hold back! The King himself gets unfiltered as he talks about his career, personal life, his recent beef with Stephen A Smith, how he really feels about his son Bronny playing in the league, living up to the expectations as the face of the NBA and surpassing Michael Jordan as the GOAT in recent eras and nd the untold truths behind his legendary journey. This interview was REAL but Mariah gives you all the touchpoints for you to be in the loop! You don’t want to miss LeBron's raw and honest thoughts on the NBA, his legacy and what drives him to keep pushing year after year.

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