The Old Man and the Three

BREAKING NEWS: ThreeFourTwo Productions has a new family member - introducing "The Long Shot"! Close friend of the pod and fellow NBA star Duncan Robinson joins the show to discuss his brand new podcast called "The Long Shot", presented by 'ThreeFourTwo Productions', which he co-hosts with Davis Reid. The guys break down what the show will be about and dive in with some helpful tools of the trade to help Duncan on his way. Then the pod takes another great turn when renowned author and podcaster Malcolm Gladwell joins the show to share his thoughts on what it's like to host a podcast, dealing with with the 'start-struck' factor, and how to be a great interviewer and more. Plus, Malcolm gets the floor to explain his snarky comment he recently made about D-III College hoops and more specifically, Duncan's alma mater Williams College. And lastly, there's a TOP 5/Draft that will leave you asking the question "who the hell is THAT guy??". We're looking at you, Mr. Gladwell. 

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Duncan Robinson

Duncan discusses his new podcast "The Long Shot" and joining the 'ThreeFourTwo Productions' family

Reflecting on how his life has changed since last October

How the defenses have adjusted to him as his star has risen

On dealing with a prolonged shooting slump and what gets him out of it

Dealing with trade rumors for the first time

Malcolm Gladwell

Malcolm breaks down what he's been up to over the last few months

Tips for being a great interviewer

Does he ever get nervous or star struck with a guest

Malcolm explains his case to Duncan about the comment he made about D-III basketball and Williams College

Duncan explains his thoughts on D-III basketball

Malcolm asks why Duncan went to Williams College

On Duncan being mic'd up in the playoffs

TOP 5/DRAFT

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In this second installment of the OM3 Leadership Series, JJ and Tommy are joined by the Executive Chairman of The Walt Disney Company, Bob Iger. In this outstanding interview, Iger discusses his incredible journey, from his humble beginnings in the studios of ABC to the top of the mountain as the CEO of Disney, all the while holding nothing back and delivering honest and compassionate answers on what it takes to make it in worlds of entertainment, business, and life.

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On his relationship with Chris Paul and his involvement in making the NBA bubble happen

On the importance of a daily workout routine 

Using your workouts to increase focus and declutter your mind

What was it about the moment of being named Chairman of Disney that peaked his confidence

Managing the balance of ego, confidence, and praise - and the danger of becoming overconfident

What made him step down as CEO of Disney

On harnessing talent and utilizing people the right way

Looking back on the purchase of Marvel and is he surprised at how successful it's turned out

Does he consider himself a storyteller

Breaks down his role at his first job at ABC

Would things have been more difficult if it was spent in this current social media landscape

On keeping an eye on the company stock

Did his view of successful company performance change over the years with different jobs

On striving for and obtaining perfection

If he had to identify his 'talent', what would it be

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It's easy to see that J.J. Barea is a unique player. As evidenced by his 14 year NBA career, his on-court tenacity and drive exude a much larger imprint on the game than his physical stature does. Never one to back down from a challenge on the court, JJ opens up in this highly entertaining and fun interview and delivers answers with the same passion that helped him win a championship in Dallas and persevere through the highs and lows of a long career run. Then to cap things off and take the pod to yet another level, JJ and Tommy welcome in Josh Hart for the draft, which features a highly controversial pick at the number one spot.

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J.J. Barea

Discusses his current contract and release

On still wanting to play and enjoying the ride

On meeting JJ in the 2003 U19 World Championship

Where his mindset is at this point in his career

When did he realize he can truly make it in the NBA

How playing in Dallas was the perfect fit for him

On working the pick and roll with Dirk

Is there a difference between practicing dribbling and shooting

Winning the championship in 2011

Talks about all the run-ins he's had over the years

Whether he flopped or not and utilizing his defensive tactics

How Dirk took his game to another level in that 2011 Final

Did the Heat underestimate J.J. in the finals

On not coming back to the Mavs after that championship year

What was playing for Marc Cuban like and his relationship with him

His first impression of Luka

On the differences in training between the young NBA player the older

On the partying that went on after the championship 

Josh Hart

Congrats to Josh on his engagement

How the proposal went down and why it was filmed

On the heat that Josh is taking for his snug pants in his engagement video

TOP 5/Draft

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It's no secret that Brandon Ingram's presence on the court is that of a multi-tool, all star talent. But when it comes to his presence off the court, "secret" might just be the most opportune way to describe him. A notoriously quiet star, B.I. sits down with JJ and Tommy and opens up about many topics on and off the court, including the NBA magic in his hometown of Kinston NC, his laid back persona, his transition from a small town to the global power of the Lakers, his awkward final season in LA, and much more. Plus, it's a very Merry Top 5/Draft that includes a highly questionable pick by Mr. Alter that once again leaves JJ in disbelief.

**Audio disclaimer: Due to some technical issues, Brandon's microphone unfortunately didn't bring it's 'A' game, but it's still a great interview so enjoy.

​What's behind his quiet and laid back personality 

What makes his hometown (Kinston) so special in creating NBA players

How did he end up at Duke

On the importance of Jerry Stackhouse to the Kinston community

How important is winning to him

When did he get a full grasp on the mental aspects of the NBA game

What it felt like being a small time kid going to a global franchise in the Lakers

On learning to lead and the process of reading players

Who his favorite player was and who he tried to emulate growing up

On the uniqueness of Kevin Durant and how the NBA fan might've taken him for granted

How strange was his last season in LA (first year of LeBron)

On finding out that he was traded

On being able to relate to his teammates in NO​

Putting basketball first over everything else

On improving his 3 point shooting over the last year

What were his emotions when he realized he was getting a 5 year max contract

Who are some of the young guys in the league that he watches and likes

The first time JJ met B.I. and how ​he's wired differently

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It's double the pleasure on today's OM3 pod as JJ and Tommy start things off with the incredibly impressive Swin Cash, the current vice president of basketball operations and team development for the New Orleans Pelicans. The hoops legend takes us through her journey to the NBA, her Hall of Fame career, what was it like playing for Gino Auriemma, the challenges of dealing with NBA players, and more. Following that, the guys welcome in the planet's hottest tech reviewer Marques Brownlee - as well as professional ultimate frisbee player - to give us the lowdown on whether the perfect tech product exists, and also breaks down why his videos are so popular. Lastly, he joins JJ and Tommy in a TOP 5/Draft that focuses on tech gadgets we all wish were real. So grab you Jet-Pack and join in.

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Swin Cash

​On her first impressions of SVG

The difference between good coaches and great coaches

On dealing with superstar talents who push the envelope

What was it like playing for Gino Auriemma and what's his secret

Discusses practicing against the top level talent at UCONN and how it translated to games

On the generational connection with past and future UCONN players - both men and women

What is her hope for the Pelicans this year

Was the opportunity to build a culture down in N.O. a reason for coming

On playing a pivotal leadership role within the organization

On what drove her to play basketball 

Reflects on the accomplishment of making the women's HOF and being nominated for the Naismith HOF

What has surprised her the most about working with NBA players on a daily basis

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Marques Brownlee

What makes his videos so popular and why do they connect with the public so well

Where and how did he obtain all of his tech information

Is there a perfect tech product out there

TOP 5/Draft

Talks about the Pro Frisbee Football league he is in

Breaks down what is so great about YouTube

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Buckle up and pray that your basketball IQ is up to date because there are your normal hoop discussions... and then there's what takes place on this very special episode of the Old Man and the Three. Joining JJ and Tommy today is all 'everything' NBA superstar and close friend Chris Paul of the Phoenix Suns, and pretty much nothing is off limits. CP3 tackles just about everything in this hilarious but intimate and in-depth discussion where they deep dive into x's and o's, his history with JJ, how he's settling in with the Suns, the important leadership role he plays within the NBA, and so much more.   

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How he's settling in to Phoenix

On his influence on the younger NBA generation

What made Phoenix an attractive destination for him

Discusses Monty Williams and reconnecting with him

JJ talks about being wired the same as CP3

Discusses how efficient the Clippers were when they were together

When in his career did he reach that level where he could manipulate the game in his favor

Breaking down drop coverage

On the defensive scheme when was in Houston

Does he think about getting so close to the finals in his first year with the Rockets

On preparation and the shift and transition he made in his training

How the league is advancing in training and prep 

How having control over your body and feeling healthy changes everything

Discusses how the OKC team last year adopted his personality 

Is there ever a way to turn his competitiveness off

On CP3 and JJ going against each other in college and having a history when they first met

Delving into the JJ/CP3 vitriol in the early years 

On being a part of the NBA's leadership and what he's faced over the last year

How hard was it to focus and compartmentalize everything playing both sides

On the difficulty of looking out for every NBA player and their respective situations 

TOP 5/Draft​

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Many factors go into being successful: intelligence, experience, street smarts, luck... they all play a part. But there's always more to the story than what the public sees. With that in mind, JJ and Tommy bring you this inaugural episode of "The Old Man and the Three - Leadership Series". In these bonus episodes, you will be taken behind the curtain and given a look at how some of the most successful people in the world made their mark, and the unique qualities and traits that lead them down their respective paths.

In today's wide ranging interview, the guys sit down with co-founder and co-executive chairman of the American private equity firm 'The Carlyle Group' David Rubenstein.

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What was Duke like when he went there in the 60's

Why he ended up there

On Coach K and how he has transformed the university

Following Coach K's legacy

A deep dive into JJ's tattoos

David breaks down his book and his curiosity to ask questions 

What are the most important characteristics of leadership

EQ (Emotional intelligence) vs IQ

How to manage ego

On being able to pivot and handling failure

How to spread the word about what you're doing

Because of social media, is it harder now to be a leader

Is having a chip on your shoulder a common factor in being successful​

On the challenges of being a woman trying to lead

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On this episode of the Old Man and the Three, JJ and Tommy welcome in Miami Heat sharpshooter Tyler Herro. Tyler tackles questions about his trash talking, his swagger and where it comes from, the experience of flipping from the hometown Badgers to the Kentucky Wildcats, the Heat's title run, and much more. (Maybe a budding rap career??) Plus, there's the TOP 5/Draft that centers around the city of Miami and features many familiar names and faces - and... some not so familiar. (We're looking at you Mr. Alter.)

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​​Tyler brings us up to speed on what he's been doing

Discusses his new tattoo

Talks about the differences between him and Duncan Robinson

On his unique style of play and how quickly he picks up on new moves

Who did he model his game after while growing up

On being compared to other NBA players

Where his swag comes from

How the whole Heat team feeds off that type of attitude 

On the importance of leaning on Jimmy Butler throughout his rookie year

Does he use the "chip on the shoulder" approach for motivation

Where does he get his confidence from

When he feels the Heat really started to trust him

What was it about Kentucky that made him go there

Does he carry any animosity after de-committing from Wisconsin to Kentucky 

On his high School mix tapes

Breaks down how his shot has changed over the years

When did he get into fashion

Talks about his 'rapping'

How did he connect with Jack Harlow

What does year 2 look like for him

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As a soccer superstar, Megan Rapinoe is beloved and admired worldwide. But as her millions of fans know, it's not just because of what she does on the pitch. A well known activist, she has been outspoken and a leading voice on several topics like salary payscales, gender inequality, and police brutality. She has also written a book titled "One Life" detailing her experiences in these particular areas, and in this episode she sits down with JJ and Tommy to discuss all of that and more. To cap it off, they all dig into a Top 5/Draft that will surely leave your mouth watering.   

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Megan discusses her motivation behind writing her new book

Was it difficult to truly open up during the writing process

On her and Sue's tweets that broke the internet

Reflecting on this personal wave of good fortune that she is presently​ experiencing 

Does she ever take a step back to recognize her legacy

What motivates her to keep competing 

When did she learn how to focus as a professional

Is it difficult to compartmentalize her life 

Breaking down the pay scale/inequality issue in women's soccer

Undertanding how the players fighting for equal pay today will likely never see the benefits in their careers

Did she fully understand/expect the backlash of siding with Colin Kaepernick 

Discussing inequality in sports in general

Has she ever second guessed herself and does she feel vindicated now

On being keenly aware of the noise around her and the release of running through it to win it all

How can the World Cup fandom translate over to the domestic league

What play or moment stands out the most in her career

TOP 5/Draft 

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It's another double dose of star power on this week's 'Old Man and the Three'. First, JJ and Tommy welcome in Oscar winning actor Matthew McConaughey to discuss his new book "Greenlights", as well as his "Give Thanks" campaign with Wild Turkey, career highlights and lowlights, making friends with mountain lions, and much more. Then, to cap things off, WNBA superstar and reigning MVP A'ja Wilson joins the program to talk about WNBA news, current and past coaches Bill Laimbeer and Dawn Staley, her foundation for Dyslexia, and the TOP 5/Draft. 

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Matthew McConaughey

Explains the "With Thanks" Wild Turkey campaign

Talks about his new book

Discusses a moment in rehearsals that changed his professional life

On understanding the process of acting and what makes a take successful

Retells a story about taking Peyote in Mexico and sitting with a mountain lion. 

Where does his curiosity in life come from

Is there a time where he exceeded his dreams and expectations

How his journal has played such an integral part in his life - through good and bad

JJ brings up one of MM's not so known films Reign of Fire

How prevalent are existential crisis' in Hollywood

Who has he worked with that he felt just really had it all together

There's no secret sauce to acting, sports, etc. It's preparation and the basics

On getting fully into character and having cast-mates do the same

Breaking down Interstellar and it's impact​

A'ja Wilson

​What her offseason plan is looking like and what she is expecting for next year

Was the game different for her in the bubble

On the current conditions and how next season will be effected

Putting the WNBA MVP award in context within her career achievements

What impact did being benched in her freshman year have on her career

On the level of trust between her and SC Coach Dawn Staley

What is Bill Laimbeer like as a coach

Does the social justice movement help ratings in the WNBA as well as awareness​

The importance of having the top players lead the movement by example

Discusses her foundation for Dyslexia https://www.ajawilsonfoundation.org

TOP 5/Draft

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