As states start to reopen, death tolls increase. Details of Ahmaud Arbery’s murder are revealed. A spit spat goes viral.  Michael Flynn gets a pass and Mike Pence gets caught with a hot mic. We pay our respects to two music legends and a Vegas Showman.  Pablo and Bomani get an extension, Jason Whitlock trolls Lebron and Kendrick Perkins wants all of the smoke. Earl Thomas finds himself in a pickle and the NFL schedule is released.

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Consumers go wild over wearing masks. VP Pence goes maskless at the Mayo Clinic. A Chicago son’s foolishness puts his front-line worker mom at risk. Joe Biden demands an investigation while 45 makes a declaration. The Last Dance dominates TV as Homeland says farewell. “Mr. Kardashian” shows receipts. Clone Wars? The Peacock Network is here and Sham’s excited. The US Women’s National Soccer Team takes a HUGE “L.” “Crab legs” and Andy Dalton get new deals.

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White House briefings come to a close but Sham isn’t buying it. Strong opinions arise as the public speculates Joe Biden’s running mate. A much anticipated Verzuz battle breaks the IG record--TWICE--but not without epic failure, memes and elite-level shade. A new movie becomes a Netflix hit while a Showtime favorite bids us adieu. Moms put their stamp on the NFL Draft, which went without a hitch. The NBA contemplates resuming its season.

The US Navy saga continues as a high-ranking authority steps down and the Surgeon General makes a blunder. While two similar incidents in Maryland cause major concern, a new area is predicted as the next COVID-19 hotspot. Bernie drops out and Uncle Joe’s past extracurriculars are brought to the forefront. In entertainment, Lori Loughlin’s case heats up and we welcome the return of one of our favorite animated programs. Ex NFL RB Chris Johnson gets caught slippin’, the NFL fears the worst on Draft Day, and CJ McCollum’s article brings light to an NBA issue.

Uncle Tony beefs up his security as a Navy Captain gets a raw deal. Social Media entertainment gets a boost as quarantine battles heat up. Tiger King wins the streaming wars and the anniversary of Nipsey Hussle’s death makes us reflect. The USWNT gets an apology, inducts its new class, COVID causes a few NFL contracts to collapse, and sports commissioners gear up for a call with the POTUS.

As #QuarantineandChill becomes the new normal, we discuss its impact on our nation’s leaders. At the White House briefings, 45 and Anthony Fauci create “must-see TV” while state governors put words into action. Nostalgia hits the forefront as folks are rewatching their favorite shows and movies, and we have a hard chuckle as D. Wade and Carmelo reflect on “Super ‘Bron.” In sports, the IOC finally presses pause on the 2020 Olympics, the US Women’s National Soccer Team hits a hurdle on their quest for equal pay, and NFL free agency opens with huge moves.

We continue the discussion about the pandemic that sweeps the globe. Uncle Joe and Bernie shine in the interim as Andrew Gillum finds himself in a peculiar situation. An Olive Garden employee takes action and HIV is cured for the second time. The Fast and Furious franchise takes a hit while Johnny Depp seamingly gets a win. The BBC proves why they are superior as cancellations due to COVID-19 rock the entertainment and sports worlds. The NCAA toys with the idea of releasing the bracket despite tournament cancellations.

The episode starts with a coronavirus discussion and reflection on the results of a McDonald’s touchscreen test. Privilege rears its ugly head as racist backlash targets a new business. Chris Matthews and Mick Mulvaney get the ax and Michael Bloomberg's exit from the democratic primary race leads to really bad math. In entertainment, we question Nicki Minaj’s decision-making and applaud Halle Berry's. Shaka gets excited for two new movie releases and we finally weigh in on "Megxit." In sports, NFL free agency offers some intrigue, James Harden is salty, the Chuck/Draymond saga continues, and Spike Lee gets shown the right door.

In this Super Tuesday edition of the pod, we discuss “Syringe Man” and how the impending Coronavirus epidemic causes 45 to pass the buck. Trials wrap up for two big names while another big name gets a lucky break. Fans say their final good-byes to Kobe while LeBron outthinks himself and D. Wade shares his life with the world. We reminisce about our past as Lark Voorhies makes a rare TV appearance and Flavor Flav gets “fired.” Finally, in sports we share our thoughts on NBA All-Star Weekend, the new NFL CBA and more.

The New Hampshire Primary has the country buzzing. Charlamagne tha God puts pressure on SC voters. Post-impeachment antics make news while Michael Avenatti goes down. Snoop makes a u-turn as “Cheaters” excites Shaka with a new host. The Power finale brings many questions...and spin-offs. NBA All-Star weekend is underway and NCAA Basketball heats up. The Raiders threaten a huge play for Tom Brady and the Houston Astros face the music while their newly hired manager carries the weight.