

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 6, 2023 • 51min
Bay Area Welcomes WNBA; Bears Upset Commanders; WNBA Finals Preview | Brother From Another
Natalie and Zena Keita react to the WNBA’s announcement that they plan to expand with a new team in the Bay Area and discuss the Golden State Warriors chemistry heading into the new season. They weigh-in on Dearica Hamby filing a gender discrimination complaint against the WNBA, Las Vegas Aces, and Becky Hammon. Lauren Dreher joins the show to preview the WNBA Finals. Natalie and Zena react to the Bears defeating the Commanders on Thursday Night Football and snapping their 14-game losing streak. 00:00 WNBA announces expansion team in Bay Area 14:23 Warriors depth heading into 23-24 season: Stephen Curry, Chris Paul, Andrew Wiggins -- 26:00 Dearica Hamby files discrimination complaint against WNBA, Aces, Becky Hammon 31:47 WNBA Finals Preview: Liberty vs Aces -- 42:53 Bears crush Commanders on TNF; Dick Butkus’ passing -- 49:09 Zena’s new podcast, The Athletic Women’s Basketball Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 5, 2023 • 51min
Jrue Holiday emotions; Evan Neal calls fans “sheep”; Cowboys vs Bears preview
Michael Holley and Lawrence Jackson host the show today! Lauren Holiday speaks out on how her husband Jrue learned about being traded and how it affected them emotionally. Holley and Lawrence react to Evan Neal referring to Giants fans as “sheep.” Connor Rogers joins the show to preview Commanders vs Bears, Jets vs Broncos, and Justin Fields’ future. Holley and Lawrence discuss Marshawn Lynch’s relationship with Pete Carroll and Russell Wilson. Deion Sanders calls out the media. 0:00 Jrue Holiday emotions after trade10:13 Evan Neal calls Giants fans sheep--23:17 Commanders vs Bears preview26:27 Must win for Bengals vs Cardinals28:55 Justin Fields’ future33:19 Jets vs Broncos--37:14 Marshawn Lynch on Russell Wilson47:02 Deion Sanders calls out media--49:55 Taylor Swift coverage Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 4, 2023 • 51min
James Harden vs 76ers, Cowboys vs 49ers preview | Brother From Another
Michael Holley and Ashley Nicole Moss host the show today! Holley and Ashley discuss James Harden’s drama with Daryl Morey and the 76ers. Holley and Ashley debate whether NBA players like Giannis Antetokounmpo should train with their competition. Mike Jones joins the show to preview Cowboys vs 49ers on Sunday Night Football. Anthony Davis says he “can’t wait” for a Nuggets rematch and Aaron Rodgers calls Travis Kelce, “Mr. Pfizer.” 0:00 James Harden & Daryl Morey drama 16:12 Giannis doesn’t train with NBA opponents--23:17 Cowboys vs 49ers preview--40:23 Anthony Davis wants the Nuggets rematch43:05 If the Knicks win…44:32 Denver Nuggets are spicy46:18 Aaron Rodgers’ “Mr. Pfizer” comment--50:00 Beyoncé’s tour makes millions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 3, 2023 • 50min
Seahawks dominate Giants, Taylor Swift Conspiracy, NBA Media Day | Brother From Another
Michael Holley and “The NFL Chick” Reeta Hubbard host the show today! Holley and Reeta react to the New York Giants’ awful performance on Monday Night Football. Charles McDonald joins the show to discuss the Taylor Swift conspiracy, Josh Allen’s impressive showing vs Miami, and the Ravens sitting atop the AFC North. Natalie comes on to talk about NBA media day, the Phoenix Suns and whether the Bucks or the Celtics are Eastern Conference favorites. 00:00 Seahawks stomp Giants06:55 Russell Wilson Trade Aftermath--20:54 Taylor Swift conspiracy28:19 Bills outmatch Dolphins33:12 Ravens rule the AFC North--37:57 NBA Media Day43:12 New look Phoenix Suns45:17 Eastern Conference favorites--49:26 Warriors prediction Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 3, 2023 • 50min
Zach Wilson outplays Mahomes in loss; Deion Sanders, Colorado vs USC; Jrue Holiday traded to Celtics | Brother From Another
Holley and Smith discuss Bill Belichick’s legacy after the Patriots blowout loss to the Dallas Cowboys. They also react to Zach Wilson’s surprising performance on Sunday Night Football vs the Kansas City Chiefs. Mike Hill joins the show to discuss USC vs Colorado, the Jets on SNF, rookie quarterbacks CJ Stroud and Bryce Young, and Jimmy Butler’s new look and his emotional state at NBA Media Day. The Michaels discuss Jrue Holiday’s trade to the Celtics. Michael Holley bids farewell to Tim Wakefield. 00:00 Patriots are ruining Belichick’s legacy; Mac Jones14:40 Zach Wilson surprises on SNF; Patrick Mahomes 22:27 Deion Sanders & Colorado finding their identity31:38 SNF: Zach Wilson34:30 Rookie QBs: CJ Stroud, Bryce Young 39:40 Jimmy Butler’s new look represents his emotional state 42:10 BEST OF (Damian Lillard)43:26 Jrue Holiday trade; Best team in East: Celtics or Bucks; Giannis Antetokounmpo49:55 RIP Tim Wakefield Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 29, 2023 • 51min
Lions Dominate Packers; Lillard’s Messy Split; WNBA MVP Voting Controversy | Brother From Another
Natalie and Terrika Foster-Brasby react to the Lions’ win over the Packers on Thursday Night Football and the reported details about the relationship between Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers. Subria Whitaker joins the show to weigh-in on the WNBA MVP voting controversy. Natalie and Terrika discuss Deion Sanders’ detractors and preview Colorado vs USC. Nat and Terrika also react to reports that the Warriors will be hosting NBA All-Star Weekend in 2025 and are finalizing an agreement to bring a WNBA team to the Bay Area. 00:00 Lions defeat Packers on TNF: David Montgomery, Jared Goff, Jordan Love 11:36 Damian Lillard and Trail Blazers’ messy divorce; Giannis Antetokounmpo -- 21:26 WNBA MVP voting controversy: A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Alyssa Thomas -- 43:16 Deion Sanders weighs in on his detractors; Colorado hosts USC -- 48:17 Bay Area news: Warriors to host 2025 All-Star weekend, WNBA expansion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 28, 2023 • 51min
Dame’s “Farewell”; Taylor Swift effect; Saleh changes tune | Brother From Another
Michael Holley and Natalie host the show today! Holley and Nat react to Damian Lillard’s new “Farewell” rap song as he leaves Portland after 11 seasons. Taylor Swift creates a massive boost to Travis Kelce’s brand. Vincent Goodwill shares his analysis of the Lillard trade and projects which teams will be in the running for Jrue Holiday. Connor Rogers joins the show to discuss Robert Saleh and the Jets’ lack of options at quarterback. 0:00 Dame D.O.L.L.A says farewell17:42 Taylor Swift effect on Travis Kelce--23:23 Bucks adjustments after trade29:06 Jrue Holiday landing spots--37:44 Jets QB options--49:13 Deion Sanders and USC get along Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 27, 2023 • 50min
Damian Lillard traded to Bucks! WNBA MVP controversy | Brother From Another
Michael Holley and “The NFL Chick” Reeta Hubbard host the show today! Mike Smith makes a surprise appearance to discuss Damian Lillard’s shocking trade to the Bucks. Robert Mays joins the show to analyze the Eagles offense, Justin Fields, and the Broncos future. Natalie comes on to talk about where the Bucks rank in the NBA, the WNBA MVP controversy, and if Deion Sanders has made Colorado into “Black America’s Team.” 00:00 Dame to the Bucks--20:17 Eagles ceiling24:22 Bears tanking for Caleb Williams?29:48 Broncos future after historically bad week vs Dolphins--34:25 Bucks now the Eastern favorites?39:58 WNBA MVP controversy46:59 Deion Sanders making “Black America’s Team”--49:20 Josh Dobbs got his jersey! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 26, 2023 • 51min
Joe Namath eviscerates Zach Wilson; Taylor Swift boosts Kelce’s Jersey Sales; Deion Sanders, media and race
Michael Holley and Mike Hill host the show today! Holley and Hill react to Joe Namath’s strong criticism of Zach Wilson. Mike Hill explains how Travis Kelce’s life can change after being publicly involved with Taylor Swift. Dr. Jason Johnson illustrates how race can be playing a factor in Russell Wilson’s criticism. Holley, Mike Hill and Dr. Johnson discuss how Deion Sanders’ media coverage is influenced by race. 0:00 Joe Namath slams Zach Wilson17:24 Taylor Swift boosts Travis Kelce jersey sales--24:19 Russell Wilson’s Broncos are 0-338:18 Deion’s coverage influenced by race45:13 Writers’ strike is over--46:47 Damian Lillard to the Raptors?48:43 Jalen Hurts flu game Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 25, 2023 • 51min
Deion Sanders’s Cinderella Story; Broncos Embarrassment; Pop Stars and Quarterbacks
Michael Holley and Michael Smith talk fairytales and history, beginning with Colorado’s first loss of the season to Oregon. Miami Head Coach Mike McDaniel has the Dolphins offense in high gear after a 70-20 blowout that left Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton defensive in his postgame press conference. Nick Hamilton joins the duo to react to R&B superstar Usher being named as the next Super Bowl Halftime Show headliner. They also discuss Taylor Swift’s appearance in Arrowhead Stadium to watch the Chiefs and Tight End Travis Kelce. After two impressive wins to start the season, the Cowboys fell back to Earth after their upset loss to the Cardinals. Holley and Smith also wonder if Justin Fields will ever have success in Chicago, and question how long the Jets can afford to stay with Zach Wilson as their starting QB. Holley and Smith close the show trying to understand a pair of questionable coaching decisions from the Raiders Josh McDaniels and Chargers Head Coach Brandon Staley that reminded them of their Madden video game playing days.(00:00) Colorado loses 1st game of season to Oregon(05:48) Deion Sanders Cinderella Story(11:06) The Colorado Story is far from over(13:22) Dolphins score 70 points against Broncos(17:16) Broncos embarrassing loss in team’s worst performance in history(22:10) Dolphins offense looks unstoppable(25:15) Usher to perform at halftime of Super Bowl LVIII(30:44) Taylor Swift attends Chiefs game amid Travis Kelce dating rumors(34:55) Dak Prescott on shocking loss against Cardinals(42:50) Justin Fields future with Chicago Bears(46:25) Zach Wilson struggles again(48:02) Sauce Gardner claims Mac Jones hit him in the “private parts”(50:23) Raiders HC Josh McDaniels on failed short field goal decision Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


