The Tuff Juice Podcast with Caron Butler

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On this edition of The Tuff Juice Podcast with Caron Butler, we are featuring the third NBA Together Virtual Roundtable Series which explores the rise in anti-Asian discrimination and violence during the coronavirus pandemic. Participants include Founder of Humanity Forward Andrew Yang, president and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights Vanita Gupta, 2019 NBA Champion Jeremy Lin and Vera Institute of Justice board member and lifelong social justice and criminal justice reform advocate Caron Butler as moderator. Unpacking the rise of these incidents, the conversation explores topics such as anti-Asian violence and hate speech, mental health and the impacts of xenophobia on Asian-American people and families, the importance of allyship and actions we all can take to confront racism.

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On this edition of The Tuff Juice Podcast, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson discusses his book 'Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America' dissecting this moment of racial and social justice advancements - or lack thereof - in 2020. 

Dr. Michael Eric Dyson is a Georgetown University sociology professor, a New York Times contributing opinion writer, and a contributing editor of The New Republic, and of ESPN's The Undefeated website.

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After winning the NBA Finals with the Los Angeles Lakers, making it his 3rd in the last four seasons, 12-Year center Javale McGee discusses his NBA journey that began with Caron Butler and has now flourished into titles with the Golden State Warriors and the Lakers.

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Gimlet… RESISTANCE. 

Inspired by this summer’s protests, these are new stories from the front lines of the movement for Black lives, told by the generation fighting for change. Hosted by Saidu Tejan-Thomas Jr., RESISTANCE is out now on Spotify. 

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This podcast is sponsored by an exciting new podcast out from Gimlet… RESISTANCE. 

Inspired by this summer’s protests, these are new stories from the front lines of the movement for Black lives, told by the generation fighting for change. Hosted by Saidu Tejan-Thomas Jr., RESISTANCE is out now on Spotify. Take a sneak peek listen here.

This week's episode:

Political consultant famous for running the campaign for Bill Clinton to be elected President twice James Carville reacts to the Presidential debate, shares an optimistic outlook on the election and our nation's future overcoming our divisions.

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This podcast is sponsored by an exciting new podcast out from Gimlet… RESISTANCE. 

Inspired by this summer’s protests, these are new stories from the front lines of the movement for Black lives, told by the generation fighting for change. Hosted by Saidu Tejan-Thomas Jr., RESISTANCE is out now on Spotify. Take a sneak peek listen here

This week's guest:

Former NFL guard Willie Colon discusses his rags to riches story of persevering to ultimately win Super Bowl XLIII with the Pittsburgh Steelers and how he gives back today to give opportunities to those who need it through his foundation. Caron and Willie discuss social justice and race issues at length as we approach a pivotal election in this country. Follow @williecolon66 on twitter and instagram, and don't miss him on 'Barstool Breakfast' on SiriusXM 85, The 2Biggs Podcast and Going Deep on Barstool.

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12-year veteran NBA shooting guard Rex Chapman talks about race in America, and specifically, BLM and his privilege as a white man growing up in the deep south. Rex takes us step by step through his rise to playing for Kentucky and getting drafted in 8th overall to the new franchise, the Charlotte Hornets. He shares stories of his pro playing days from coming in 3rd in the slam dunk contest, his 'almost' All-Star appearance braking his ankle the same day he was confirmed to making the elite squad, and getting elbowed in the sternum as payback for putting up 38 points on Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls only 2 weeks prior.

The conversation turns to a six years sober Chapman sharing his previous struggles with addiction to pain killers following a surgery he had in retirement which has led him to be a beacon of light for those who find themselves in a similar situation. Lastly, they discuss Rex's social media boom to full blown influencer status as a random tweet of his about dolphins paved the way for his meme 'Block or Charge' to become an internet sensation and TV show.

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12-year veteran NBA shooting guard Rex Chapman talks about race in America, and specifically, BLM and his privilege as a white man growing up in the deep south. Rex takes us step by step through his rise to playing for Kentucky and getting drafted in 8th overall to the new franchise, the Charlotte Hornets. He shares stories of his pro playing days from coming in 3rd in the slam dunk contest, his 'almost' All-Star appearance braking his ankle the same day he was confirmed to making the elite squad, and getting elbowed in the sternum as payback for putting up 38 points on Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls only 2 weeks prior.

The conversation turns to a six years sober Chapman sharing his previous struggles with addiction to pain killers following a surgery he had in retirement which has led him to be a beacon of light for those who find themselves in a similar situation. Lastly, they discuss Rex's social media boom to full blown influencer status as a random tweet of his about dolphins paved the way for his meme 'Block or Charge' to become an internet sensation and TV show.

21-year veteran MLB pitcher LaTroy Hawkins discusses his passion for being healthy and making a difference in the world through staying informed and voting at the state and local levels. He discusses his mentors who guided him toward success, his friendships in the sport of baseball which helped him succeed, giving back to the Minnesota Twins organization as a Special Assistant in the Front Office, and his godson Patrick Mahomes who won the Super Bowl MVP earlier this year.

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Santia Deck is way more than an athlete, and she shares her thoughts on her faith, the social justice movement and Kamala Harris becoming the next Vice President of the United States. The 28-year-old former track star, and Olympian rugby player is now the face of professional women's tackle football, set to launch next year. After a successful fitness career growing her brand as the 'Queen of Abs' and the first female athlete to launch her own sneaker company, TRONUS.

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Hall of Famer Terrell Owens is one of the greatest wide receivers to ever play football — and he has no problem telling you that! Known for his big talent, big personality, and big ego, T.O. is also incredibly disciplined and dedicated, traits that took him from a small school and doubting he had pro ability, to wearing the prestigious gold HOF jacket. On this episode of “The Tuff Juice Podcast,” T.O. talks with Caron Butler about his version of Kobe Bryant’s Mamba Mentality, the importance of recognizing his deficiencies, teaching younger receivers, the impact of George Floyd’s murder on him, his experiences with racism in the NFL, how he wants to see the league change, the effect of Patrick Mahomes’ play and contract on Black QBs, his expectations for Cam Newton on the New England Patriots, and more. Plus, T.O. makes a BIG claim when comparing his hoops game to an NBA player. You don’t want to miss this!

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