Bomani Jones is joined by Jason England to kick off his series on 1996, one of the greatest years in the history of rap. On this episode, he discusses how 1996 was the year of Tupac. Together, they discuss Tupac's explosive musical output following his release from jail, his rivalry with Biggie Smalls, and the cultural significance of his work. They also reflect on Tupac's personal struggles, his charisma, and the lasting legacy he left on hip hop and beyond.

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Bomani Jones reacts to the Seattle Seahawks beating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX. First, he discusses Drake Maye's tough performance and how Seattle's dominant defense means we got very few answers about Sam Darnold going forward. Later, he discusses Bad Bunny's halftime show, what made it such a great time & why the "backlash" to the performance was so contrived. Finally, he breaks down Giannis' disappointing decision, a bizarre performance enhancer, & learns about a white Labron.

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Bomani Jones is joined by The Ringer's Diante Lee. First, they discuss the upcoming matchup between the Seahawks and the Patriots and why Diante believes Seattle has a significant edge in this game. Later, they discuss Sam Darnold's incredible career turnaround and wonder why people aren't honest about his early struggles. Later, they discuss the pressure the Philadelphia Eagles face this offseason and what people continue to get wrong about the Rooney Rule

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Bomani Jones is joined by the Ringer's Joel Anderson.  First, they break down the trade of James Harden from the Los Angeles Clippers to the Cleveland Cavaliers.  They discuss Harden's continued playoff shortcomings and where he ranks among the NBA's all-time shooting guards.  After the break, Bomani and Joel have a heated conversation over the state of college sports, who is at fault, and why it won't be fixed.

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Bomani Jones is joined by Shannon Penn, a former producer of The Right Time and currently at ESPN. They delve into the history and cultural significance of the Dallas Cowboys and their 1990s dynasty. They break down the cultural significance of Michael Irvin and Deion Sanders while pondering what is keeping the Cowboys from returning to their past success.

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Bomani Jones kicks off the show by reacting to the NFL filling none of its 10 head coaching openings with a black candidate.  Later,  he discusses the Giannis trade sweepstakes and why he believes he needs to be more forceful in demanding a trade.  Finally, he reacts to Steve Tisch being named in the Epstein files, Bitcoin's price plummeting, and Lauyrn Hill's shockingly punctual performance at the Grammys.

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Bomani Jones is joined by Netflix's Elle Duncan. First, they discuss her broadcasting Alex Honnold's climb of Taipei 101 and what she learned from Alex and the climbing community. Later, they discuss Atlanta's bizarre relationship with Deion Sanders and why Kevin Stefanski may not succeed there. Finally, Elle shares her transition from ESPN to Netflix, reflecting on personal growth and the opportunities that lie ahead.

00:00 - Introduction

03:15 - Inside Elle's experience with Alex Honnold

16:00 - What Elle learned in Netflix's broadcast

25:00 - Atlanta's frustrations with hiring Kevin Stefanski

31:30 - Inside Elle's Exit from ESPN

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In this episode, Bomani Jones reacts to the news that Bill Belichick will not be a first ballot Hall of Famer, and what does and does not bother him about that decision. Later in this conversation, Bomani Jones interviews Danny Funt, author of 'Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling.' They discuss the evolution of sports gambling in America, its impact on various stakeholders including leagues, players, and fans, and the challenges of responsible gaming in the era of the smartphone.

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In this episode, Bomani Jones and Vinny Goodwill delve into Kobe Bryant's legendary 81-point game against the Toronto Raptors, exploring its significance in NBA history and its impact on Kobe's career over 20 years later. They discuss how Kobe's perception has changed after the 3-peat with Shaq, the signature greatness that led to this performance, and how this game helped reshape his public image.

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Bomani Jones starts off the show by reacting to both the NFC & AFC championship games, and talks about the stakes ahead for both Sam Darnold & Drake Maye. Later, he discusses the Steelers' hiring of Mike McCarthy and how out of character it is for the organization. Finally, he breaks down Deion Sanders' decision to fine his players, Lane Kiffin's insane tweet, and the ongoing crisis in Minneapolis, and why athletes aren't speaking out the way they used to.

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