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The NBA playoffs have had some great basketball. High-level competition, big time shots, and tough defense are everything you can ask for in hoops. Unless you're a fan of the Memphis Grizzlies and Miami Heat, you gotta love this kind of basketball.

So, in this episode, I give my reviews of what happened in round 1 (my predictions were about 100% accurate) and tell you how round 2 is going to play out.

You'll also want to hear my take on why kids should learn from Ja Morant, how James Harden is in a category all by himself, and why Lakers have to get rid of LeBron if they want to win a championship anytime soon.

Tap in!

KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

1:18 - Ja Morant is a great example for youngsters

8:40 - LeBron is holding the Lakers hostage

15:25 - James Harden is one of one when it comes to big games

22:16 - Houston should build around Amen Thompson aka (Scottie Pippen 2.0)

26:52 - Does Pat Riley get a lifetime pass with the Heat?

29:04 - Milwaukee is old and Giannis is still limited

42:18 - Why Denver will send OKC home early

MUSIC BY: Mat Jeanius

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Welcome back to Sports & The Real Sh*t!

It's the most wonderful time of the year!

The playoffs are here and it's time for the big boys to come out and play. 

In this episode, I break down each first round series and tell you who's going to win. Can the Bucks come back against the Pacers? The Celtics don't really need Jason Tatum to win. Luka and the Lakers getting exposed by the Timberwolves. Michael Porter Jr. is getting paid by the Nuggets to do nothing. Jaren Jackson Jr. playing soft is killing the Grizzlies. And Houston, we have a major problem.

And after one game, I ruin the drama of the playoffs by telling you who's going to win the championship.

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Welcome back to Sports & The Real Sh*t!

Welcome back to Sports & The Real Sh*t!

The NBA regular season is winding down, and the playoffs are right around the corner. It’s almost time for the big boys to show up—now is the time for real contenders to step up and show they’re built to win it all.

The problem? If you just look at the standings, you’d think half the league is championship-ready. But let’s be real—only a couple teams are actually built for a deep run. In this episode, I break down who the true title threats are… and who’s just making noise without real bite.

Before we get into all that, though, I’ve got some thoughts on Adam Silver and the direction of the NBA. Spoiler alert: he’s losing control, and I’ve got some ideas on how he can fix it...again.

Tap in!

KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

2:16 - NBA players embarrassing Adam Silver

14:24 - Can Giannis and Dame carry the Bucks?

19:41 - Jalen Brunson needs help

 22:56 - The Celtics are going to repeat aren't they?

27:31 - Cavs can't be trusted

33:57 - Anthony Edwards follows my podcast and can win it all if he listens to me

42:38 - The Joker is still scary but can he carry?

47:00 - Are the Lakers really that good?

52:25 - Should OKC be scared of the Lakers?

MUSIC BY: Mat Jeanius

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The Eagles won the Super Bowl! Not really my squad, but me and most of America are celebrating anyway.

So in this episode, I break down the Super Bowl and how the Eagles smacked the Chiefs. I admit I was wrong about Jalen Hurst, even though it wasn't my fault. And I also take a look at the conversations around quarterbacks which lead to people like me and those in the media giving the QB too much credit and blame for wins and losses. 

I also dive into Jalen's Hall of Fame case and whether the GOAT talk is dead for Patrick Mahomes. 

KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

4:35 - My bad for doubting you, Jalen

10:37 - Hall of Fame conversations already?

13:43 - Mahomes lost the game and GOAT status

20:27 - Chiefs front office acting like casuals

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Welcome back to Sports & The Real Sh*t!

The Chiefs and Eagles are matching up in the Super Bowl again. 

But before we get there, I take a look back at some of the headlines from the playoffs. Josh Allen and the Bills hit a wall again. Lamar Jackson proves his haters right. The Chiefs are the NFL's favorite and most hated team.

In the NBA, I talk about why the Timberwolves are mid, but everyone's making all the wrong excuses. Adam Silver’s back at it with a new gimmick to boost ratings, and Terry Rozier’s making headlines for allegedly gambling on himself.

It’s all here—hot takes, real talk, and everything in between. Tap in!  

KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

4:49 - Mahomes is Jordan & Josh Allen is Karl Malone

11:28 - Is Josh Allen a Hall of Famer?

13:49 - Do Bills fans have it the worst?

17:38 - Maybe the NFL is rigged for the Chiefs

21:09 - Lamar Jackson is not a playoff bus driver

25:52 - Has Anthony Edwards regressed?

38:38 - Adam Silver doesn't know what he's doing

44:41 - NBA is tempting dudes like a strip club

MUSIC BY: Mat Jeanius

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Welcome back to *Sports & The Real Sh*t!

Sports are *supposed* to be fun. As a kid, what’s better than running around with your friends, no parents in sight, just playing for the love of the game?  

But these days, it’s a different story. For a lot of kids, sports feel more like a job than a game. It’s endless practices, drills, and pressure-filled games with crowds yelling before they even know what they’re doing. 

The youth sports scene in the U.S. is broken. It’s all about the money now. What used to be a tool to help kids develop athletic and life skills is gone and nobody’s really talking about it.  

That’s why I’m sitting down with Summer Montabone—a former D1 track star turned pro athlete, teacher, elite trainer, best-selling author, and mindset coach. We’re keeping it real about what’s gone wrong with youth sports, how the right coaching can actually make it fun again, and the unique challenges girls face in the game.  

Summer also drops some gems on how we can set ourselves (and our kids) up for success—not just in sports, but in life.  

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Welcome back to Sports & The Real Sh*t!

Every champion has a backstory. My guest, Scarlett O'Connor's story is crazier than most. From being kicked out as a teen to getting pregnant to getting beat up by a cop to a life-threatening car accident to 2x bikini bodybuilding champion.

A path that would've broken most people led her to become the best in the world...TWICE!!!

Call it resilience. Call it mental toughness. Scarlett's story will inspire you to face your challenges and setbacks head-on. Literally, as long as you're still alive, there is nothing that can stop you from achieving your dreams.

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PODCAST: You're Not Crazy. It's Your Trauma.

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"You have to let go of your past to achieve purpose." That's what most of us have been taught.

Is that really how it's supposed to work? Is it possible that we spend so much time dealing with our past that we miss out on living in our purpose...right now?

In this episode, I talk with author Mark Delaney about the keys to living in the present and achieving success regardless of past failures.

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Welcome back to Sports & The Real Sh*t!

Even though the NFL games had three times the viewers (and Beyonce), the NBA clearly had the better product on Christmas - close games, physical defense and tough shots. Meanwhile, both NFL games were blowouts.

In this episode, I wonder why did the NFL feel comfortable putting games on Christmas anyway? Is Adam Silver going to fight back or is he satisfied with collecting checks from overseas? 

Speaking of Christmas games, while Steph and LeBron put on another show, it's clear that both guys are done winning chips and are playing for the love of the game. But if you owned the Lakers and Warriors, would you push them out the door or keep piling up the cash?

And to wrap things up, it looks like Lamar is going to win the NFL MVP again. But should he? What's the criteria for winning the MVP?

 

KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

1:04 - How can the NBA fight back against the NFL?

16:49 - Steph Curry and LeBron are on the same level

26:55 - Wemby has to get in the paint to reach his full potential

37:55 - Lamar Jackson is turning into the Nikola Jokic of the NFL

MUSIC BY: Mat Jeanius

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Welcome back to Sports & The Real Sh*t!

The NFL regular season is winding down and Lamar Jackson is in the conversation to win his third MVP. But with all those awards, his performances in the playoffs have been real suspect and leaves many of us wondering if he's just a great regular season quarterback. 

Is Lamar the James Harden of the NFL? 

My guest, Chad Smith, a hardcore Baltimore Ravens fan thinks time is running out on Lamar as the starter for the team, even with his stats, highlights and individual trophies.

On the topic of quarterbacks, we also discuss how AI is replacing humans and whether sports is next, how you can use AI to grow your business, and the best marketing advice for 2025. 

KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

1:38 - Lamar Jackson not championship quarterback?

30:57 - From trainer to gym owner to master marketer

1:01:39 - Using AI to grow your business

1:23:22 - Can AI play in the NFL?

1:40:35 - Simple social media strategy to grow your business

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