Participation Trophy Podcast

The guys kick off the show by discussing the new Tekashi 6ix9ine documentary series and how he used social media and shock to rise to prominence (1:35). We also weigh in on the beef between Charlamagne tha God and LaKeith Stanfield (23:45). In Open Gym, we talk the Wizards’ win streak (fun while it lasted!), DeMarcus Cousins on the move, and a coaching change for the Minnesota Timberwolves (37:50). In Theater, Jamal reviews Sound of Metal and Nomadland (1:03:30). Finally, we throw smart-mouth kids, science-deniers, and stat nerds in Detention (1:25:05).

The guys kick off the show with their Valentine’s Day recaps (1:05) and a good discussion on the banner year of 1996 in Hip-Hop (8:45).  In Open Gym, we talk John Wall’s much-anticipated return to DC with the Rockets, the Mark Cuban National Anthem controversy, and why the NBA should can this year’s All-Star Game (28:28).  In Theater, Zain reviews Cobra Kai and The Wilds, while Jamal reviews Judas and the Black Messiah (spoiler-free!). (1:06:00).  We close by throwing Marcus Jordan and Twitter thieves in Detention (1:30:35).  

To mark our 20th episode, the guys welcome a special guest, Chef Brent Hughes.  We talk Brent’s upbringing in Virginia, his days as a Howard University football player, and how he grew to love cooking (2:35).  We cap things off with a special edition of You Eating That? (32:35) In Open Gym, we (once again) dream about Masai Ujiri coming to save the Wizards franchise (50:50), and then pivot to the NFL to talk the Matt Stafford trade and the latest on Deshaun Watson (1:11:00).  Finally, in Detention, Courtside Karen took shots at the King...and missed (1:22:18) 

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The first big snowstorm of the season is heading toward the east coast and Jamal starts the show with tips to help you prepare (1:30). In Open Gym, we talk about how bad the Wizards are, how we got here, and what may happen at the end of the season (12:50). We also recap Championship Sunday and give our Super Bowl picks (38:20). In Theater, Jamal catches us up on WandaVision (1:05:00) and Zain runs down some great new films he discovered on his recent movie binge (1:12:00). Finally, we wrap with an old face and someone new in Detention (1:26:00).

The guys open the show sharing their thoughts on the inauguration of President Biden and what the nation’s change in tone means to them (0:36).  In Open Gym, we recap the NFL divisional playoffs, some noteworthy player retirements, and our picks for Championship Sunday (27:25).  In Theater, we chat about the series finale of “Tiger” and give a hat tip to the excellent Disney+ series “WandaVision” (1:13).  We wrap with dropping into Detention the worst people to quote MLK and anyone who went to see Bow Wow perform during a pandemic (1:28).

The guys open the show reflecting on last week’s riot at the U.S. Capitol and what’s ahead for the next administration (1:00). In Open Gym, we give our thoughts on NFL Wild Card weekend and make our picks for the divisional round, hint: age ain’t nothing but a number (13:25). In Theater, Jamal talks episode 1 of the Tiger Woods docuseries and what he can make so far of “Heaven’s Gate: Cult of Cults” (53:50). Finally, Chase Claypool and Kyrie Irving make their way to Detention (1:13:40). 

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We got a newborn baby, God! Abdullah opens the show by welcoming his newborn daughter (live on the set) to the Participation Trophy family (0:45). We then give our responses to the recent XXL Mag poll of Hip Hop artist choices in various categories (17:55). In sports, we talk about the drama of Week 17 and give our picks for Wild Card Weekend (59:40). Finally, in our most bizarre Detention ever, we talk alligator conspiracies, amateur graphic design, and...more babies (1:40:40).

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Zain kicks off the show by reading the results of our best Christmas song listener poll (1:55). (Hint: you probably heard it this week). In Open Gym, there may or may not be trouble brewing in Washington, but only for the Football Team (26:45). We’re optimistic about the Wizards going into this season (1:04:45). In Theater, Jamal discusses the excellent Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom (1:16:35) and the really bizarre Baby God (1:20:55). Finally, Tyrese makes his first (and certainly not last) appearance in Detention (1:41:05).

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With less than two weeks remaining before the big holiday, we discuss the results of our listener poll on favorite Christmas movies (0:50). We then move to Open Gym and talk about Washington being a serious bet to win the NFC East (30:25), other takes from NFL Week 14 (48:10), and our impressions of the Wizards in their first preseason game (54:45). In Theater, Jamal talks “Industry” and “Your Honor” (1:06:00), while Zain runs down a host of movies and series he’s watching (1:13:50). We wrap with throwing puppy scammers in Detention (1:24:40).

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The guys kick off the show by sharing what holiday experiences were like during their childhoods (0:45). We then jump into Open Gym (20:10) where we discuss all things John Wall trade (we’re gonna miss you, John!), Washington’s stunner over Pittsburgh (38:40), and Errol Spence, Jr.’s much anticipated return to the ring (1:03:15). In Theater, Jamal talks Netflix’s “Trial 4” (1:09:05) and we wrap with a full Detention room (you can probably guess who’s back; 1:22:30).

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