The boys are back after a brief hiatus. In this week's episode we recap the first week of March Madness action and preview the weekend ahead. Jamaal recaps VCU's 2011 run to the Final 4 during Q&A w/ J&J. Later we profess our love for Markquis Nowell as we dive into the damage he's done thus far in the tournament. We have some fun discussing NYC Point Gods of the past as well as our "All Vibes" players and coaches. Then we revisit inclusivity in the NHL before a discussion on Connor McDavid's stellar season and future. We close out the pod with stories of sports pain seen through the lens of sports parents as JK shares some hilarious stories about his dad prowling the bleachers.

(01:12) - March Madness Upsets

(08:34) - Q&A w/ J&J: What are your most memorable March Madness moments?

(30:17) - Sweet 16 picks

(33:34) - March Madness "All Vibes" Team

(53:42) - NCAA Basketball Coaching Carousel and Rick Pitino's shenanigans

(01:20:38) - NHL: Inclusion and Connor McDavid's elite status

(01:33:42) - Parenting: Sports parents behaving badly

Notes and Corrections:

• Julian Strawther hit the game winning shot for Gonzaga vs. UCLA
• A Paladin is a knight known for heroism and chivalry
• 2010-2011 Kansas Men's Basketball team roster
• Tom Gugliotta went to North Carolina State University
• Sue Bird is actually the same age as Jamaal not Justin: 42
• Inigo Montoya vs. Jaime Jaquez Jr.
• Alternate titles for this episode: "He has a great base" and "I can feel it in my Plumlees"

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Hosts: Justin Kelly and Jamaal Cox

Producer: Jamaal Cox

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JK and JC begin this episode with a recap of their experience at the University of Victoria's Mens' Basketball game vs. Winnipeg before diving into some analysis about the Vikes' style of play and their chances of winning it all in Antigonish this weekend. Next, Justin talks about his second favorite runner from Black Creek, Cam Levins (11:55). There's Vancouver Whitecaps banter before diving into Canadian Tire's sponsorship of a new Women's soccer league in Canada.

The guys discuss inclusion in the NHL (25:26) before turning their attention NCAA Basketball and a recipe for success when watching the tourney (30:50). Jamaal talks about Novak Djokovic's absence from Indian Wells and Rafa Nadal's legacy (43:26). Q&A with J&J focuses on favorite films to rewatch (50:03). Justin and Jamaal round out the pod with heartwarming parenting stories.

Notes and Corrections:

• UVic defeated Winnipeg 95-80
• Jamaal said Earl "The Pearl" Monroe but meant to say Dwayne "Pearl" Washington
• The Whitecaps defeated Real Espana on Wednesday
• Jamaal's favorite song in 2005 was "Drop it Like it's Hot"

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The boys are back with a megapod this week. Justin kicks things off with an epic Vancouver Canucks rant (0:55) before transitioning into some NHL Trade Deadline news (13:23). Next, there's some discussion of the Vancouver Whitecaps season opener, Apple + purchasing the MLS' television rights, and an update on the Canadian Women's Soccer Team (17:25).

Jamaal provides his take on the developments of the Men's Tennis season thus far (26:39) including Medvedev's resurgence, Djokovic's dominance, Alcaraz's return, Fritz's chances to repeat at Indian Wells, the state of Canadian Tennis, sleeper picks for Indian Wells, Arthur Fils' breakthrough, and Justin discusses Djokovic's penchant for a very rare cheese.

"Q&A with J&J" focuses on memorable live sporting event experiences including Jamaal's trip to L.A. and Justin's trips to Ann Arbor, Austin, and Berkeley (47:20). The guys finish off with some laughs about Jamaal's parenting adventures this week.

Notes and Corrections:

• Jonathan Quick is from Milford, Connecticut
• Jamaal said "moratorium" but meant "eulogize" when referring to the Chicago Blackhawks
• There is currently a 12-hour time difference between Dubai and Indian Wells, CA
• Yes, Jamaal and Joe dined at Pine and Crane before the Clippers game
• Pule cheese consists of 60% Balkan donkey milk and 40% goat milk

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The self-proclaimed Jamaalstradamus starts this week's episode with a recap of Mac McClung living his best life at NBA All-Star Weekend (0:30). Next, the guys profess their love for Dame Lillard (7:00) and make a request to fix the broken All-Star game. JK and JC preview the start of the Major League Soccer season (12:48) as they discuss why everyone should watch the MLS, Justin's Vancouver Whitecaps fandom, and Vanni Sartini's sartorial choices.

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Justin and Jamaal kick off this week's show with some parenting talk. Jamaal breaks down his weekend of solo parenting and the anxiety of a Saturday morning tennis and swimming lessons double-header (0:35). Next, Justin discusses his parenting adventures (11:45) before some men's health talk (15:25). The boys recap the Super Bowl with their thoughts on officiating, Hurts v. Mahomes, and Rhianna's performance (17:58). Then, they shift gears to chat about the Canadian Women's National Soccer team's fight for equality (34:18). JC and JK close out the show with a discussion of All-Star Weekends (44:15), before focusing on this weekend's NBA All-Star Weekend festivities.

Corrections from the show: We said Troy Murphy, but meant David Lee who is married to the lovely Caroline Wozniacki. Also, Bradberry was penalized for pass interference instead of holding.

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In their inaugural episode Justin and Jamaal introduce themselves before diving into an analysis of Super Bowl LVII (02:22). They discuss the quarterback matchups, Andy Reid vs. Nick Sirianni, the Kelce brothers facing off, and AJ Brown's impact for the Eagles. The guys also discuss Philadelphia sports fandom (24:40) before making their picks (28:10). Then, there's conversation about sports franchises that should change mascots (29:20). The guys wrap up the Super Bowl chat with Rhianna's halftime show, Super Bowl food, and Justin's love for queso.

In the second half of the episode, Justin and Jamaal talk about Lebron James' legacy (45:34), NBA trade deadline news (59:51), and NCAA basketball as we inch closer to March Madness (1:17:21).

Hosts: Justin Kelly and Jamaal Cox

Producer: Jamaal Cox

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