Bill Rhoden On Sports (brospod)

Bill and Jamal talk to University of Texas men's basketball coach Shaka Smart. The three discuss Texas's season so far and their recent loss to Duke (2:32), Smart's recruiting philosophy (6:50), and the challenge of keeping the "student" in student-athlete (14:00). Smart also touches on being a role model to his players (16:05), the recent FBI investigation into college basketball recruiting (24:00), his issues with the one-and-done rule (26:25), coaching a talent like Mohamed Bamba (43:30) and much more. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#

Bill and Jamal are joined by OKC Thunder beat writer Erik Horne and discuss the first month of the NBA season, OKC's evolution, UCLA basketball shoplifting in China and much more. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill and Jamal are live on site on different coasts and talk about Deshaun Watson's season ending injury, the 2017 World Series, MLB's lack of leadership in response to the Gurriel/Darvish incident, Colin Kaepernick's continued unemployment and much more. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill and Jamal are joined by SB Nation national columnist, Thomas George. George discusses his fascinating new book, Blitzed: Why NFL Teams Gamble On Starting Rookie Quarterbacks. The three discuss the tough decision NFL teams make when deciding whether to immediately start or sit a highly touted rookie quarterback, the big hits and big misses over the years, and quarterbacks that have simply been pleasant surprises, such as Tom Brady or Dak Prescott. Thomas, Bill and Jamal also talk again about the Colin Kaepernick effect and the current state of player protest in the NFL, how it has evolved since Kaepernick first took a knee in 2016, and how Kaepernick's and other players' protests will be viewed in the history books. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden,

Bill and Jamal are joined by Bleacher Report senior writer Howard Beck to talk about the start of the 2017-18 NBA season, the gruesome injury to Gordon Hayward, and Carmelo Anthony's trade from the Knicks to Oklahoma City. The three also discuss whether the protests that have consumed the NFL will seep over into the more progressive NBA. In the second half of the podcast, attorney and Acting Executive Director & General Counsel for the Track & Field Athletes Association, Jill Pilgrim, joins the show to discuss the legal ramifications of Colin Kaepernick's collusion grievance and other issues involving the NCAA and Track & Field. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brosp

Bill and Jamal are joined by FS1 college basketball analyst, attorney and former NBA player, Len Elmore. The three discuss the recent college basketball scandal, which involved federal indictments of four assistant coaches and an Adidas executive (3:00), Rick Pitino's dismissal (11:34), and why/how all four of the assistant coaches who were indicted happen to be African American (12:58). They also talk about the current atmosphere of social injustice protest and how/if it will translate to the upcoming college basketball and NBA seasons (15:50). All of this and more on the latest episode of Bill Rhoden On Sports. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Pr

Live from Met Life Stadium in New Jersey, Bill and Jamal talk about a football Sunday that was dominated by protests (or non protests) in response to more "locker room talk" from the president. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the latest Bill Rhoden On Sports, Bill and Jamal wrap up sports happenings in September and discuss the controversial Triple G vs Canelo fight (4:00), Kyrie leaving LeBron for Boston (8:45), and Sloane Stephens' U.S. Open championship (20:00). They also discuss what boxing legend Jack Johnson's twitter feed would look like (8:00), NFL happenings with Ezekiel Elliott (30:10) and Tom Brady's support for Colin Kaepernick (33:35), and Jamal takes a look at the Week 2 performances of all the horrible quarterbacks who have a job while Kaepernick sits at home. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr

Bill and Jamal are back just in time to talk about the big Floyd Mayweather/Conor McGregor fight, the NFL's on going collision with social justice and much more. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill and Jamal talk with San Antonio Spurs beat writer for the San Antonio Express-News, Jabari Young, about the Spurs/Warriors series and Game 1 (3:18), ZaZa Pachulia's "dirty" play, Kawhi Leonard's resulting injury and Gregg Popovich's angry reaction (14:11), and the three revisit James Harden's disappearing act in Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals and his decision to party at the Travis Scott concert after his horrible performance (26:26). Finally, the guys discuss everyone's favorite topic, LaVar Ball, and provide a different take on Lonzo Ball's outspoken father and CEO of Big Baller Brand (38:37). We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS P

Bill and Jamal are back from a hiatus to talk to NYC, NBA and Chinese basketball legend, Stephon Marbury. The three talk Marbury's professional basketball resurrection in China, what he learned from his tumultuous stint with the New York Knicks and what loyalty means to him. Marbury also takes issue with Michael Jordan and his high priced sneakers (37:17), makes his case for Russell Westbrook being the MVP (41:35), responds to rapper Cam'ron's one-on-one challenge (43:13), speaks on the Lavar Ball/LeBron James controversy (47:49) and much more. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice

Bill and Jamal are back talking March Madness, who they like to cut down the nets, Lonzo Ball and his father, and the relationship between HBCU's and the 16th seed. The two also discuss Andre Iguodala's recent controversial comments to the media and the NBA's reaction. Finally, they talk NFL free agency and debate why Colin Kaepernick is still available and whether a team will take a chance on the outspoken quarterback. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill and Jamal welcome Bill's nephew, Kyle Dudley, assistant coach at Middlebury College. Dudley tells us what March Madness is like for Division III schools, such as his, the upcoming DIII National tournament, and the opportunities for student athletes at that level. They then move on to talk about the upcoming Division I NCAA Tournament, UCLA's Lonzo Ball and his father (37:40), and choose between Coach K and Rick Pitino in a big game (39:22). Finally, Bill talks about his recent coverage of the CIAA Tournament in Charlotte, North Carolina, the historic conference tournament for HBCU's and one of the largest college basketball events in the nation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill and Jamal are joined in studio by broadcasting legend and current Seattle Mariners voice, Dave Sims. The three discuss Sims's amazing career, the never ending Charles Oakley/Knicks feud, and the lack of African American representation in baseball and sports broadcasting. They also discuss the Kevin Love/Carmelo Anthony trade rumors, New England Patriots' players skipping the White House visit and debate whether Tom Brady is indeed the best quarterback ever. All this and more on the latest episode of Bill Rhoden On Sports. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.

Bill and Jamal discuss the recent Knicks' dysfunction, including the Phil Jackson/Carmelo Anthony feud as well as the infamous James Dolan (or Knicks' security) Charles Oakley confrontation. They also discuss their thoughts on last week's Super Bowl result, Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, the Alanta Falcons' choke job and more. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill and Jamal discuss Bill’s recent visit to San Jose State University for “Words to Action,” the inaugural symposium for the University's new Institute for the Study of Sport, Society and Social Change, led by renowned sociologist Dr. Harry Edwards. The two listen to and comment on some of the topics discussed during the panel, which included Jim Brown, Chris Webber, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Tommy Smith, Anquan Boldin, and Takeo Spikes. Brown discusses his controversial meeting with Donald Trump, Abdul Jabbar talks about the need for athletes to work together economically, and Webber talks about what he sees as the hypocrisy of the NCAA. Bill also talked to Brown and Dr. Edwards separately after the panel and we bring you some of those exclusive interviews. Brown again gives his thoughts on the criticism he has received for meeting with Trump and gives a pointed critique of President Obama. Dr. Edwards discusses the mission of his new Institute and the significance of the project. Listen to all this and more on

Bill and Jamal are joined by Jonathan Jones, National NFL writer for SI.com. The three discuss Jones’s recent career move, his time covering the Carolina Panthers and Cam Newton, as well as his most recent column on the Atlanta Falcons and their culture change post Michael Vick. They also discuss the upcoming league championship games, Antonio Brown’s Facebook Live post and more. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BROS Pod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill and Jamal are back from a one week New Year hiatus to talk about what's new in the world of sports. Bill calls in from the road in Texas, heading towards Las Vegas via Tampa, Florida, the site of Monday night's College Football National Championship game. The two talk about Clemson’s thrilling win over Alabama, but focus on the continued lack of a minority presence off of the field of play, from positions of power to event production, a sharp contrast to the representation seen on the playing field. Bill and Jamal also discuss the NFL playoffs, Odell Beckham Jr.’s trip to Miami, and look ahead to this weekend’s match-ups, including Green Bay vs. Dallas. Finally they discuss the Knicks sudden, yet predictable, implosion, Derek Roses’s mysterious disappearance, President Obama’s farewell speech, Trump’s scary press conference and more. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We

Bill and Jamal welcome Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and former Editor of Newsday, Les Payne, along with his son Jamal Payne. They discuss a wide range of topics, including Payne's dangerous work abroad (3:17), his take on Election 2016 (13:57), diversity in the media (44:25), white America's denial when it comes to racism (46:14) and what black cops need to do to change the racist departments they work in (54:31). The four also discuss Jim Brown's recent meeting with Donald Trump (1:17:39), Colin Kaepernick (1:24:25) and end with Les Payne reminding us of African Americans' integral place in America's history and future. We hope that you enjoy our podcast. Please subscribe on iTunes, follow on Soundcloud and like and comment on both, as we would love to get and incorporate your feedback. We encourage you to contact us via email at: brospod@gmail.com and follow us on social media. Twitter: @BROSpod, @WCRhoden, @Blacketologist Facebook page: Bill Rhoden On Sports (@BROSpod) Instagram: @brospod YouTube: BRO

Bill and Jamal record their 100th podcast and talk about a milestone of much greater proportion. Andrew Maraniss, author of the New York Times Best Seller, Strong Inside: Perry Wallace and the Collision of Race and Sports in the South, joins the crew along with Perry Wallace, the subject of the book. The four discuss the book, which documents how Wallace integrated the Southeastern Conference in basketball, becoming the first African American basketball player to play in the conference at Vanderbilt in 1967. We hear from Wallace what it was like to live through such a monumental experience and Maraniss discusses why he decided to write the book and what he learned from the endeavor. Wallace talks of why he likened the big time college athletic scene to a plantation (24:55) and tells the story about his encounter with Adolph Rupp that ultimately contributed to the NCAA outlawing the dunk (1:09:34). Finally, Maraniss discusses this week's release of Strong Inside: Young Readers Edition and Jamal announces a pro