

Brother from Another
Michael Holley and Michael Smith
Longtime friends and journalists Michael Holley and Michael Smith discuss the latest across sports, culture, entertainment, and politics.
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Oct 20, 2023 • 51min
Aces, Liberty Rivalry Forming; Mercury Hire Nate Tibbetts; Tua vs Hurts| Brother From Another
Natalie and Kelsey Nicole Nelson host Ladies First Fridays! Kelsey reacts to the Aces repeating as back-to-back WNBA Champions and advocates for Nike to give A’ja Wilson a signature shoe. Dawn Montgomery and Subria Whitaker join the show to weigh-in on the Liberty’s Finals loss and Kelsey Plum’s comments about the Liberty’s team chemistry. They also discuss Nate Tibbetts being introduced as the head coach of the Phoenix Mercury and becoming the highest paid coach in the WNBA. Natalie and Kelsey react to Terry Stotts resigning as the Bucks head assistant coach after a reported argument with head coach Adrian Griffin. Nat and Kelsey also preview the Dolphins at Eagles on Sunday Night Football. 00:00 Aces go back-to-back; Game 4 ratings; LeBron says A’ja deserves signature shoe 08:14 Liberty players react to loss: Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, Jonquel Jones 15:11 Kelsey Plum’s throws shade at Liberty 23:35 What’s next for Aces & Liberty? -- 27:15 Is Nate Tibbetts qualified to be the Mercury head coach? -- 38:12 Terry Stotts resigns; Impact of Stotts resignation on Damian Lillard -- 41:51 SNF Preview: Dolphins at Eagles; Jalen Hurts & Tua Tagovailoa reunited Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 19, 2023 • 50min
Aces win WNBA Finals; A’ja Wilson receipts; James Harden absent
Michael Holley and “The NFL Chick” Reeta Hubbard host the show today! Natalie joins the show to react to the Las Vegas Aces winning the WNBA Finals, A’ja Wilson’s excellence and Breanna Stewart’s shortcomings in the series. Mike Hill comes on to discuss James Harden’s conflict with Daryl Morey and the 76ers, Brian Daboll’s job security, Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes seeking bowl appearance. Holley and Reeta give their Thursday Night Football predictions.0:00 Aces defeat Liberty in the WNBA Finals--20:33 James Harden is not who he used to be28:12 Brian Daboll on the hot seat?34:08 Colorado Buffaloes looking to bounce back--41:14 Jaguars vs Saints43:05 Texans on the come-up46:36 NFL players at MLB playoffs--49:00 Senator Joe Manchin doesn’t like College players getting paid Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 18, 2023 • 47min
Will and Jada saga; Micah Parsons vs critics; Kevin Porter Jr. charges
Michael Holley and Dr. Jason Johnson host the show today! Holley and Jason dissect Will and Jada’s drama, NFL coaches that should be on the hot seat, and Jim Jordan’s failure to become House Speaker. Liv Moods joins the show and gives her best bet for the week and reacts to Micah Parsons’ complaint that the Cowboys get criticized more than other teams. Jason and Liv discuss whether Russell Wilson is the reason for the Broncos’ failures. Natalie comes on to explain her stance on how the NBA has handled Kevin Porter Jr.’s domestic violence charges. Natalie looks ahead to the WNBA Finals elimination game between the Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty. 0:00 Will and Jada drama6:32 NFL coaches on the hot seat12:21 Jim Jordan 14:38 NBA season starting soon--17:15 Liv’s bet of the week19:56 Micah Parsons tired of Cowboys treatment25:19 Russell Wilson under scrutiny30:56 Kevin Porter Jr. domestic violence charges--41:37 WNBA Finals: Aces vs Liberty--45:20 Pras Michel’s AI attorney Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 17, 2023 • 51min
Justin Herbert worth his contract? Can Aaron Rodgers return this season?
Michael Holley and Lawrence Jackson are in studio to host the show today! Holley and Lawrence evaluate Justin Herbert and his contract after he threw a game-losing interception on Monday Night Football. Dak Prescott and the Cowboys come away with a victory in a game they called a “must-win.” Connor Rogers joins the set to discuss the Jets’ 3-3 start to the season, and if Aaron Rodgers will be able to return this year. Holley asks if the media goes too far with their Caleb Williams expectations. Holley and Lawrence react to Deion Sanders’ Colorado Buffaloes comeback loss to Stanford. 0:00 Justin Herbert’s Value11:48 Dak Prescott “must-win game”--19:50 Jets & Aaron Rodgers28:26 New England moving on from Bill Belichick34:55 Caleb Williams stock falls--40:51 Deion Sanders and Colorado suffer a comeback defeat--49:39 Lamar Jackson for MVP? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 16, 2023 • 49min
Eagles, 49ers Suffer First Loss; Bill Belichick’s Future with Pats, Lions going to the Super Bowl? | Brother From Another
Michael Smith and Michael Holley react to the 49ers’ and Eagles first losses of the NFL season. They also discuss what beating the Eagles means for the Jets. Holley and Smith weigh-in on Bill Belichick’s future with the Patriots and discuss Tyreek Hill’s historic hot start to the season. The Michaels are all-in on the Lions and discuss how they have emerged as one of the top teams in the NFC. The brothers preview Monday Night’s game between the Cowboys and Chargers. (00:00) – Eagles and 49ers both suffer first loss of the season (04:04) – Browns defense gave Brock Purdy and the Niners fits (10:02) – Jets defeat Eagles in stunning win; Jalen Hurts struggles (18:20) – Aaron Rodgers walking without crutches (20:19) – Patriots’ offense struggled once again in loss to the Raiders (25:18) – Bill Belichick’s future with the Patriots (34:28) – Tyreek Hill breaking records; Tyreek for MVP? (37:40) – Tyreek Hill on pace for best start ever for a wide receiver (39:51) – Lions are atop NFL standings after big win against Buccaneers (44:39) – Lions are becoming America’s team (48:30) – Cowboys / Chargers MNF preview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 13, 2023 • 51min
Chiefs, Broncos Struggles; Can Aces Sweep Liberty?; Miles Bridges Arrested | Brother From Another
Natalie and Terrika Foster-Brasby react to the Chiefs offensive struggles on Thursday Night Football and if Sean Payton or Russell Wilson is to blame for the Broncos unsuccessful season. They also discuss how the Eagles are facing their own defensive struggles even being undefeated this season and how coverage of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship has taken over Chiefs game broadcasts. Lauren Dreher joins the show to weigh-in on the Aces dominance and if the Liberty will be able to avoid the sweep. Natalie and Terrika react to Miles Bridges being arrested for violating a protection order and discuss if he should be able to play in the NBA. 00:00 Chiefs defense defeats Broncos on TNF 18:04 Eagles defense struggles 20:55 Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift’s coverage continues on TNF -- 23:29 WNBA Finals: Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart, A’ja Wilson, Kelsey Plum, Jonquel Jones -- 44:08 Miles Bridges arrested for violating protection order -- 50:21 Colorado vs Stanford prediction Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 12, 2023 • 51min
A’ja Wilson taking over; Eagles and 49ers are undefeated; Will and Jada drama
Michael Holley and “The NFL Chick” Reeta Hubbard host the show today! Natalie joins the show to discuss A’ja Wilson’s dominance in the WNBA Finals as the Las Vegas Aces take a 2-0 lead over the New York Liberty. Lawrence Jackson comes on to talk about the Eagles being 5-0 despite not playing their best. Holley, Reeta, and Lawrence predict Chiefs vs Broncos on Thursday Night Football. Jada Pinkett Smith reveals that Chris Rock asked her out before Will Smith slapped him. 00:00 A’ja Wilson Dominance20:46 Liberty going down--23:07 Eagles and 49ers are 5-028:36 Kirk Cousins Trade Market33:00 Chiefs vs Broncos on TNF--38:22 Chris Rock asked Jada out--49:21 Orioles get swept Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 11, 2023 • 51min
Deion & Shedeur dominating culture; Brady defends Bill Belichick
Michael Holley and Mike Hill host the show today! Holley and Hill discuss the success that Deion Sanders has brought to Colorado football and Jada Pinkett Smith’s separation from Will Smith. Connor Rogers joins the show to talk about Tom Brady’s defense of Bill Belichick amidst the Patriots 1-4 start. Holley and Hill react to the NBA GM survey, and the love that Erik Spoelstra received in it. 0:00 Deion & Shedeur Sanders 15:13 Jada and Will separated--24:30 Tom Brady defends Bill Belichick34:42 Giants are falling--42:43 NBA GM survey--49:54 Micah Parsons says its personal Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 10, 2023 • 51min
Russell Wilson to blame? Cowboys still better than the Eagles?
Michael Holley and Liv Moods host the show today! Holley and Liv react to the Raiders' win on Monday Night Football. Liv debates Holley about the Denver Broncos’ struggles and who deserves the blame there. Ashley Nicole Moss assesses the Dallas Cowboys' performance against the 49ers on Sunday Night Football, and debates whether a teams performance should be weighed more than a teams record. Holley, Liv and Ashley discuss the Eagles remaining undefeated and the Patriots falling to 1-4. Liv rants against the Lakers and Shedeur Sanders. 0:00 Raiders win on MNF9:56 Russell Wilson to blame in Denver?--21:52 Cowboys vs 49ers reaction27:33 Eagles are 5-033:59 Where do Cowboys stand?38:05 Patriots get shut out by the Saints--42:33 Nuggets disrespect49:21 Shedeur Sanders needs to be humbled--50:23 BFA on TikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 9, 2023 • 48min
Belichick era is over; 49ers better than Eagles?; Lions are legitimate | Brother From Another
Holley and Smith discuss Week 5 in the NFL. They react to the Patriots getting blown out by the Saints, Mac Jones getting benched again, and weigh-in on Bill Belichick’s future with the Pats and in the NFL. They also discuss the San Francisco 49ers, whether they have a franchise quarterback in Brock Purdy, and debate who the best team in the NFC is: Eagles or 49ers. The Michaels also talk Detroit Lions and their place in the NFC, flip-flopping on the Bengals after their win vs the Cardinals, and Nathaniel Hackett’s victorious return to Denver. They also break down Coach Mario Cristobal’s decision-making in the Miami Hurricanes loss to Georgia Tech. 00:00: The Patriots are the worst team in the NFL15:54: Brock Purdy is a franchise QB; Philadelphia Eagles or Niners best team in the NFC?25:40: Detroit Lions have arrived: Jared Goff, Aidan Hutchinson33:28: Ja’Marr Chase really IS always open; Bengals go as Joe Burrow goes38:15: Broncos vs Jets: Sean Payton, Nathaniel Hackett, Zach Wilson, Robert Saleh, Russell Wilson41:25: Mario Cristobal can’t be trusted as a coach45:35: AFC contenders: Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills47:48: Goodbye! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


