Smith & Jones

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Smith & Jones episodes

July 17, 2020 July 17: “There is an honour code, we have to hold each other accountable in the bubble”

Eric and Paul are hot under the collar at Charles Barkley picking the Raptors as his ‘sleeper,’ and discuss the disrespect the team gets even as defending champions. Afterwards, Maple Leafs analyst Jim Ralph breaks down the NHL’s return-to-play as well as the Leafs’ week of camp so far, while SN’s Alvin Williams stops by to give his take on the so-called ‘snitch line,’ and players using their platforms to speak out.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
48 min
July 16, 2020 July 16: “Players wearing statements, the NBA is far ahead of other leagues”

Eric and Paul start the show by breaking down the recent statements by Norman Powell and Rondae Hollis-Jefferson on wearing ‘Black Lives Matter’ and ‘Stand Up’ on the back of their jerseys. Afterwards, they’re joined by ESPN’s Bob Harig to discuss the PGA Tour’s ongoing Memorial Championship, as well as CBC Sports’ Morgan Campbell on his piece regarding college athletics in both Canada and the United States.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
47 min
July 15, 2020 July 15: “LeBron, in a lot of ways, knocked down barriers and made it the new normal”

Eric and Paul discuss Marc Gasol’s Zoom call with the Toronto media, before bringing in Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith to break down Blue Jays baseball from Rogers Centre. Afterwards, they speak with Bleacher Report’s Sr. NBA writer Howard Beck to discuss his piece on LeBron James being a catalyst for other athletes speaking up on issues of race and politics.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
47 min
July 14, 2020 July 14: “What Will They Rename The Washington Football Team?”

Smith and Jones kick things off by remembering Tony Fernandez, who the Blue Jays will honour with a commemorative patch this season. They also speak to AP Washington sports writer Stephen Whyno on what the Washington football club will now be called and the reception to the name change in DC, as well as SN590’s own Ben Wagner on how quarantine life is going, and the on-field changes for the Blue Jays.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
48 min
July 13, 2020 July 13: “Don’t judge me, but I got a mini wine fridge coming”

Eric & Paul kick off the show discussing Russell Westbrook testing positive for COVID-19, and Bruno Caboclo “inadvertently” breaking quarantine. The guys then get a taste of life inside the NBA’s quarantine zone in Orlando with ESPN’s Marc Spears and The Washington Post’s Ben Golliver.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
47 min
July 10, 2020 July 10: “But That Doesn’t Mean It’s Going To Work”

Brooklyn Nets play by play voice Ian Eagle joins Eric and Paul to talk about the NBA’s bubble, the injuries the Nets have had ahead of the restart and more. Blue Jays radio voice Mike Wilner chats about the Jays intra-squad game, the new oddities about the game of baseball and how important the pitching will be in a shortened season.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
48 min
July 09, 2020 July 9: “You Have People Going There That Are Already Skeptical”

Sportsnet’s Alvin Williams joins Eric and Paul to talk about making the players comfortable in the bubble, players being creatures of habit and the adjustments players have after body transformations. Blue Jays TV analyst Pat Tabler chats about where Austin Martin fits in the outlook for the Blue Jays, and balancing winning and development.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
47 min
July 08, 2020 July 8: “The Manner In Which He Turned His Back On His Hometown Rubbed People The Wrong Way”

Eric and Paul discuss the postponement of the Ryder and Presidents Cups. ESPN’s Don Van Natta Jr joins the guys to talk about the 10-year anniversary of “The Decision,” his documentary on it and how LeBron James was viewed following his move to Miami. Yahoo Sports’ Frank Schwab chats about Patrick Mahomes’ mega deal, how it may affect other deals and how the NFL moves forward amidst this pandemic.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
48 min
July 07, 2020 July 7: “I Know People Are Nervous”

Eric and Paul react to Patrick Mahomes’ monster contract extension. NHL on Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada’s Elliotte Friedman discusses the amended CBA, the pitfalls of the hub cities for the return-to-play and more. Former All-Star guard Jameer Nelson talks about whether the NBA bubble will work, the league’s return to play and being the father of a young basketball player.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
48 min
July 06, 2020 July 6: “I Like That The Wound Is Open, So We Can Begin To Heal It”

Vanderbilt head coach and former NBA star Jerry Stackhouse kicks off the show with Eric and Paul discussing what he’s been up to during the pandemic, his sit down with Maya Moore and what he needs to do to be better when it comes to social issues. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale stops by to talk about MLB’s testing fiasco, how rule changes for this year might continue beyond this season and more.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
48 min