
Light Years: A Golden State Warriors Pod
Light Years is dedicated to talking Golden State Warriors Basketball, the NBA, and everything else -- hosted by experts Saam Esfandiari and Andy Liu from WarriorsWorld.
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Apr 9, 2025 • 52min
Warriors Win Against Miserable Suns
Sam and Tommy react to the Warriors win against the most pathetic looking Suns team. Luckily, it meant the starters got to rest. (7:24) They talk Bradley Beal wasting away and the bad culture in Phoenix, (20:36) Mike Malone’s surprise firing, why things could go downhill for Denver and where Kerr stands in a hectic coaching landscape. Finally (36:52) they discuss next coach to reach Kerr's longevity and Coach of the Year.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com.⛳️ PXG: Golf club innovation unboxed. Save up to 20% off your first order at PXG.com/lightyears🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! https://bit.ly/viialightyears💊 TimeLine: Improve your cellular health with Mitopure. Get 10% off your first order of Mitopure at timeline.com/lightyears

Apr 7, 2025 • 54min
Warriors v. Rockets Post Game
Sam and Andy recap a frustrating loss to the Houston Rockets where Steph and Jimmy didn't assert enough. A reason to worry or just one of those games? Why there's reasons to be happy: played four playoff teams and beat three of them.Did they look a little old against the Rockets? Plus, do we believe that Jimmy can rise up when needed?Next (38:51) we look at playoff seedings and opine on if the Warriors have an easy or tough path. Lastly (44:22) has the Warriors recent hot streak brought back the old boo birds?Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com💪 BodySpec: Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! for just $45 using promo code LIGHTYEARS45. Discover detailed data about your body composition, bone density, and more. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa🍺 SurfSide: Visit DrinkSurfSide.com to find participating retailers near you. 🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears💊 TimeLine: Improve your cellular health with Mitopure. Get 10% off your first order of Mitopure at timeline.com/lightyears

Apr 5, 2025 • 1h 15min
Warriors v. Nuggets Post Game - Are The Warriors Title Contenders?
Tommy and Andy recap a massive Warriors win against the Nuggets. They discuss the continual excellence of Steph Curry — How many more seasons can he play at this level? (19:34) Sam joins to discuss Draymond's DPOY case and Podz's taking an offensive leap.(36:17) Later, Ethan Strauss stops by to offer his perspective on all things Warriors and an overall outlook of the rest of league.Host: Tommy Gunn, Andy Liu, Sam EsfandiariGuest: Ethan StraussProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com💪 BodySpec: Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! for just $45 using promo code LIGHTYEARS45. Discover detailed data about your body composition, bone density, and more. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears💊 TimeLine: Improve your cellular health with Mitopure. Get 10% off your first order of Mitopure at timeline.com/lightyears

Apr 4, 2025 • 53min
Warriors v. Laker Post Game: Best Win Yet?
Sam and Tommy recap the Warriors' best win yet. The Luka trade couldn’t have been better for the Warriors and the two timelines win - Podz playing with extra juice vs Austin Reaves? (12:21) Kuminga laid the blueprint for playoffs and (19:36) Draymond DPOY.Later (30:28) Daman Rangoola joins the show for insight on the Lakers perspective and playoff landscape.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnGuest: Daman RangoolaProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com🍺 SurfSide: Visit DrinkSurfSide.com to find participating retailers near you. 🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears💪 BodySpec: Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! for just $45 using promo code LIGHTYEARS45. Discover detailed data about your body composition, bone density, and more. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa

Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 5min
Warriors vs Grizzlies Postgame: Steph The Savior in Memphis
Sam and Tommy discuss the Warriors big win against the Grizz and our growing confidence in this team. (9:55) We discuss the ageless Steph Curry and an iconic 52/10/8 performance. Next (20:02) we discuss Looney 3's and rotation choices. Finally (33:55) we take listener questions. Can the Warriors get the 4th seed? Would you rather face OKC earlier or later? Are Grizz a rival? and more!Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com💪 BodySpec: Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! for just $45 using promo code LIGHTYEARS45. Discover detailed data about your body composition, bone density, and more. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears💊 TimeLine: Improve your cellular health with Mitopure. Get 10% off your first order of Mitopure at timeline.com/lightyears

Mar 31, 2025 • 51min
Warriors v. Spurs Post Game
Sam and Andy discuss the Warriors’ rout of the San Antonio Spurs, what Kuminga’s injury means for him and playoff rotation. (23:37) Later they talk playoff outlook and insights on the Grizzlies collapse and who they’d rather play; Lakers or Nuggets. (38:30) Finally, they discuss the Warriors potential picks from March Madness like Walter Clayton Jr.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com💪 BodySpec: Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! for just $45 using promo code LIGHTYEARS45. Discover detailed data about your body composition, bone density, and more. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa🍺 SurfSide: Visit DrinkSurfSide.com to find participating retailers near you. 🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears💊 TimeLine: Improve your cellular health with Mitopure. Get 10% off your first order of Mitopure at timeline.com/lightyears

Mar 29, 2025 • 45min
Warriors v. Pelicans Post Game
Tommy and Andy recap the Warriors win against the Pelicans. They discuss the team having to readjust and some recent struggles on offense. (19:58) Next, they discuss Steph’s first game back and how he’s still playing at a high level. (25:15) Later, they analyze how Kuminga's performed since coming back from injury. (39:43) Finally, they wrap up with standings watch.Host: Tommy Gunn and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com🍺 SurfSide: Visit DrinkSurfSide.com to find participating retailers near you. 🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST be 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears💊 TimeLine: Improve your cellular health with Mitopure. Get 10% off your first order of Mitopure at timeline.com/lightyears

Mar 26, 2025 • 46min
Warriors v. Heat Post Game - Jimmy Returns to Miami
Sam and Tommy react to disappointing loss to the Heat. How much was Steph missed versus how flawed is roster? Next (20:02) is the Jimmy Butler glow wearing off or is this just a blip on the radar? (33:35) Finally, goon calls on favorite Warriors that Steph helped get paid.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Tommy GunnProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com🍺 SurfSide: Visit DrinkSurfSide.com to find participating retailers near you. 🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! https://bit.ly/viialightyears💊 TimeLine: Improve your cellular health with Mitopure. Get 10% off your first order of Mitopure at timeline.com/lightyears

Mar 23, 2025 • 57min
Warriors v. Hawks: Mini Slump or Mirage?
Sam and Andy discuss Warriors lose in Atlanta, cause for concern or just a mini slump without Steph? Next (20:08) we discuss the curious case of Kuminga. Lastly (35:32) we discuss Onyeka Okongwu and 2020 draft blues and (45:20) the standings.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com.🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST BE 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears🍽 Factor: Chef made gourmet-ready to eat meals delivered to you by Factor. Use code FactorPodcast to receive 50% off your first box of meals at factormeals.com/factorpodcast💪 BodySpec: Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! for just $45 using promo code LIGHTYEARS45. Discover detailed data about your body composition, bone density, and more. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: http://bodyspec.sjv.io/QyRgZa

Mar 21, 2025 • 48min
Jimmy Butler Saved Us
Sam and Andy discuss Jake Fischer’s Jimmy Butler article and Mike Dunleavy the GM. Is this a honeymoon or can they go all the way? Next (23:14) we discuss how we feel about the current team versus 2022 and 2015. Lastly (37:22) we make cases for biggest reason we are optimistic or pessimistic in the playoffs.Host: Sam Esfandiari and Andy LiuProducer: Tim AnganSpecial Thanks To Our Sponsors:🎯 PrizePicks: Daily fantasy sports made easy! Get started with a $50 bonus when you deposit $5 using promo code LIGHTYEARS at PrizePicks.com.🌿 Viia: Use code LIGHTYEARS at checkout for 15% off your order and receive a free gift of your choice after purchase. Take control of your wellness journey today! MUST BE 21+ https://bit.ly/viialightyears🍽 Factor: Chef made gourmet-ready to eat meals delivered to you by Factor. Use code FactorPodcast to receive 50% off your first box of meals at factormeals.com/factorpodcast
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