

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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Apr 12, 2023 • 51min
Warriors vs Kings Playoff Preview; Dawn Staley’s Gamecocks headline WNBA Draft | Brother from Another
Zena Keita and Kelsey Nicole Nelson host Brother From Another on Women’s Wednesday. Zena and Kelsey discuss the 2023 WNBA Draft, five players being drafted from Dawn Staley’s program, the Orange Carpet outfits, increased WNBA Draft viewership and upcoming changes for the WNBA season. Jim Trotter joins to discuss the altercation between Clippers’ teammates Bones Hyland and Mason Plumlee and preview the playoff matchup between the Clippers and Kevin Durant’s Suns. Marcus Thompson also joins the show to discuss the NorCal battle between the Warriors and Kings and recap the NBA Play-In game between the Lakers and Timberwolves and the Atlanta Hawks upset over the Miami Heat. Zena and Kelsey react to Brittney Griner’s announcement that she is writing a memoir about her imprisonment in Russia. 00:00 Dawn Staley building a dynasty: Aliyah Boston drafted no. 104:35 WNBA Draft Orange Carpet: Zia Cooke, Brea Beal, Haley Jones07:04 WNBA Talk: Draft viewership; charter flights--17:18 The NBA’s getting chippy: Bones Hyland, Mason Plumlee, Trae Young, Rudy Gobert23:24 Suns are betting favorites27:19 Warriors-Kings series preview29:51 Clippers vs Suns playoff matchup--32:47 Battle of North California: Warriors vs Kings39:52 Lakers beat Timberwolves in play-in46:44 Hawks upset the Heat--49:16 Brittany Griner announces she’s writing a memoir Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 11, 2023 • 51min
Giannis says he’s MVP; Lamar Jackson recruited OBJ | Brother from Another
Michael Holley and Ashley Nicole Moss discuss the Knicks-Cavaliers playoff matchup, Carmelo Anthony’s legacy with the New York Knicks and Giannis Antetokounmpo’s latest MVP remarks. Mike Jones joins the show to discuss the Ravens signing Odell Beckham Jr. and whether that will be enough to keep Lamar in Baltimore. Kurt Helin also joins and weighs in on Damian Lillard’s unwillingness to rebuild with the Blazers and to preview the NBA’s play-in matchups. Michael and Ashley react to criticism about Halle Berry’s social media post and Aliyah Boston drafted 1st overall by the Indiana Fever. 00:00 Knicks-Cavaliers playoff matchup preview01:38 Carmelo Anthony ruined the Knicks?10:32 DeMarcus Cousins’ speaks out on Jokic as MVP14:14 Giannis says he’s more focused on winning a championship than MVP--21:21 Lamar Jackson reportedly recruited OBJ32:52 Cardinals troubles continue--35:31 Dame is unwilling to rebuild in Portland39:40 Timberwolves at Lakers play-in preview; Rudy Gobert suspension47:09 Hawks at Heat play-in preview; Jimmy Butler on Heat being underestimated --48:51 Halle Berry criticized for posting nude on social media 49:57 Aliyah Boston drafted 1st overall by Indiana Fever Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 10, 2023 • 51min
Lamar Jackson supports Ravens OBJ signing; Doncic’s future with Mavs | Brother From Another
Michael Holley and Michael Smith discuss whether the Ravens signing Odell Beckham Jr. to a 1-year deal will persuade Lamar Jackson to re-sign. Natalie joins to discuss Luka Doncic’s future with the Mavericks and the NBA’s investigation of the Mavs actions in their game against the Bulls. Vincent Goodwill joins the show to discuss the Golden State Warriors chances at winning the championship in comparison to other playoff hopefuls like the Nuggets, Suns and Lakers. Connor Rogers joins to breakdown his new mock draft, the Jets and Aaron Rodgers trade talks and OBJ signing with the Ravens. Holley and Smith debate Carson Palmer’s take that Joe Burrow is better than Patrick Mahomes. 00:00 Odell Beckham Jr. signs with Ravens -- 10:23 Luka Doncic’s future; NBA investigates the Mavericks possible tanking 22:27 Western Conference playoff race: Nuggets, Kings, Suns, Clippers, Warriors, Lakers 30:59 Timberwolves Rudy Gobert suspended for punching teammate -- 39:17 Jets GM ensures Aaron Rodgers trade is happening 41:08 Connor Rogers discusses his mock draft and QB prospects: Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud 45:07 OBJ signing may convince Lamar Jackson to stay -- 49:00 Carson Palmer believes Joe Burrow is better than Patrick Mahomes Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 8, 2023 • 50min
Kevin Durant mocks CBA; Angel Reese will visit Biden | Brother From Another
Michael Holley, Michael Smith and Natalie discuss Draymond Green and Kevin Durant’s response to the new CBA 65-game requirement. Kurt Helin joins in to discuss how the new CBA requirement will impact NBA Awards and whether Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic can still win MVP. Charles Robinson joins the show to discuss whether the Panthers will draft Bryce Young, the Ravens interest in Anthony Richardson, and the dysfunction in the Cardinals organization. Natalie returns to react to our viewers comments on whether Angel Reese and her LSU teammates should visit the White House and the new reports surrounding Ja Morant. 00:00 Draymond Green, Kevin Durant respond to new CBA rules 14:41 Potential MVP upset: Can Joel Embiid be overtaken? 20:41 The Miami Heat are dangerous in the Eastern Conference -- 23:30 Panthers poised to pick Bryce Young 27:48 The Ravens may replace Lamar Jackson with Anthony Richardson 37:21 Cardinals dysfunction -- 41:18 Angel Reese accepts invitation to the White House 47:41 Has Ja Morant learned his lesson? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 6, 2023 • 51min
Lamar Jackson saga; Mavs struggles; Embiid leads MVP race | Brother from Another
Michael Holley and Natalie talk about the Dallas Mavericks’ collapse this season and Nat identifies Luka Doncic and Mark Cuban as the Mavs’ biggest issue. The Clippers beat the Lakers for the 11th straight time and Natalie defends her take that the Golden State Warriors’ road record is fake. Charles McDonald joins the show to discuss the current NFL QBs that Cam Newton is willing to backup, Lamar Jackson’s status with the Ravens and his Mock Draft that omits Hendon Hooker in the first round. A. Sherrod Blakely also joins the show to share his thoughts on the NBA MVP race and the playoff picture in the Eastern and Western Conferences. 00:00 Mark Cuban on Mavs’ struggles post Kyrie Irving trade10:32 Lakers 11th straight loss to the Clippers14:23 Warriors’ road record and Andrew Wiggins’ return--17:34 Cam Newton shares the 12 QBs that he’s willing to backup for22:31 Baltimore Ravens refuse to answer questions about Lamar Jackson31:48 Charles McDonald’s Mock Draft--35:17 NBA MVP: Embiid vs. Jokic vs. Giannis41:54 Eastern Conference vs. and Western Conference: Warriors, Celtics, Nuggets, Bucks--50:01 Damian Lillard Freestyle Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 5, 2023 • 51min
Angel Reese Rejects Jill Biden’s Apology; Embiid MVP Case; Rodgers to 49ers? | Brother From Another
Reeta Hubbard "The NFL Chick" and Kelsey Nicole Nelson host this Women's Wednesday. They discuss Angel Reese’s rejection of Jill Biden’s apology and the record TV ratings for the NCAA Women’s Championship. Vincent Goodwill joins them to discuss the NBA MVP race and how the new NBA CBA rules will impact players. They also discuss Andrew Wiggins' return to the Warriors. Natasha Paul joins the show and weighs in on the chances of an Aaron Rodgers trade to the 49ers, the Patriots and Bill Belichick potentially trading Mac Jones, and the top quarterbacks in the 2023 NFL Draft. Reeta and Kelsey also react to MLB player Anthony Rendon’s suspension after his altercation with a fan. 00:00 Angel Reese explains reasons for rejecting Jill Biden’s apology 07:06 NCAA Women’s Championship record TV ratings--17:55 Doc Rivers declares Joel Embiid the NBA MVP, but what about Giannis and Jokic?24:09 New NBA CBA gives more freedom to players29:00 The race battle in basketball 32:31 NBA Awards require players to play in 65 games 33:42 Andrew Wiggins returns to the Golden State Warriors--35:55 Packers talk to other teams about Aaron Rodgers besides Jets40:54 Patriots shop Mac Jones45:47 The top QBs in the NFL Draft--49:07 Anthony Rendon suspended after altercation with fan Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 4, 2023 • 51min
Jill Biden wanted to invite Iowa to the White House; Double standards for Angel Reese| Brother From Another
Michael Holley and Jim Trotter discuss San Diego State’s loss to UConn in the Men’s NCAA National Championship. They then also react to Jill Biden’s suggestion to invite Iowa to the White House. Olayemi Olurin joins the show to speak on the race narrative and double standard applied to Angel Reese and Women’s basketball. Kurt Helin also joins the show and weighs in on who should be the next NBA MVP and the NBA Western Conference standings. 00:00 UConn defeats San Diego State in the Men’s NCAA Tournament10:32 Jill Biden says she wants to invite Iowa to the White House with LSU--18:42 How race plays a role in the comparison of Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark’s taunting22:21 Caitlin Clark addresses the reaction to Angel Reese’s taunt25:06 The new era for women’s basketball and women’s sports--35:07 NBA players Steph Curry and Dame Lillard pick Joel Embiid for NBA MVP42:59 Current NBA West standings: Andrew Wiggins returning to Warriors--49:42 Lil’ Wayne and Flaujae collab coming soon? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 3, 2023 • 50min
Angel Reese and Dawn Staley Call Out Media; NBA’s new CBA rules | Brother From Another
Michael Holley, Michael Smith and Natalie react to LSU defeating Iowa in the NCAA Women’s National Championship. They also discuss the public’s reaction to Angel Reese’s taunting of Caitlin Clark and Dawn Staley’s Final Four postgame comments on the media coverage of the Gamecocks throughout the tournament. Terrika Foster-Brasby joins the show to further discuss the media’s portrayal of Black athletes in Women’s basketball in comparison to their white counterparts. Sam Amick also joins the show to discuss the NBA and NBPA’s new CBA deal and the reaction to it from players such as Draymond Green. 00:00 LSU defeats Iowa; Angel Reese criticism-- 21:23 Dawn Staley defends her team against critics31:01 Reaction to Angel Reese mocking Caitlin Clark--37:19 NBA, NBPA new CBA deal--43:37 Wembanyama dunks his own 3-point rebound Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 31, 2023 • 51min
Meg Thee Stallion’s pitch; NCAA Women’s Final Four; Jonathan Majors Update | Brother From Another
Michael Holley and Michael Smith react to Megan Thee Stallion’s first pitch, the MLB’s new pitch clock, Shohei Ohtani’s dominant first start and a failed Dodgers fan proposal. Natalie joins the show to discuss Daniel Bard and other athletes’ battle with mental health and Jonathan Majors’ domestic assault allegations. Dr. Jason Johnson joins the show to analyze the NFL’s mistreatment of race, Lamar Jackson’s contract struggles and Donald Trump’s indictment by a grand jury. Natalie returns to discuss the Celtics dominance over the Bucks, the NCAA Women’s Final Four and whether Dawn Staley's Gamecocks can remain undefeated. Holley and Smith react to Lebron James’ tweet about paying for blue checkmarks on Twitter.00:00 Megan Thee Stallion throws first pitch at Astros game05:22 Impact of MLB pitch clock07:41 Shohei Ohtani dominates in first start10:56 Dodgers fan gets tackled on field during proposal15:05 Natalie’s reaction to Megan Thee Stallion’s first pitch16:21 Rockies place Daniel Bard on IL while he’s working through anxiety21:02 Jonathan Majors was arrested for domestic violence--27:01 Jim Trotter’s comments on the NFL 31:59 Lamar Jackson continues looking for a contract34:22 Donald Trump indicted by grand jury--37:51 Celtics dominate Bucks again41:55 NCAA Women’s Final Four preview: Aliyah Boston, Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese--49:46 Lebron James reacts to paying for blue checkmarks on Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 30, 2023 • 51min
Lamar and Rodgers trade standoffs; Kevin Durant’s Legacy; Luka and Kyrie’s Mavs struggles | Brother From Another
Michael Smith and Michael Holley talk Aaron Rodgers’ standstill with the Jets and Lamar Jackson’s trade request. Vincent Goodwill joins the show to talk: about the Sacramento Kings making the playoffs, current NBA West standings, whether Kyrie Irving plays a role in the Mavericks’ recent struggles and Kevin Durant’s legacy. Newly engaged Connor Rogers also joins to discuss quarterback draft prospects: Anthony Richardson, Bryce Young, and Hendon Hooker. 00:00 Aaron Rodgers to the Jets trade at a standstill 10:33 Lamar Jackson requested a trade, and no one made a move to get him--21:32 Sacramento Kings clinch 1st playoff berth since 2006276:31 Kyrie and the Mavs could miss the playoffs29:57 Kevin Durant says “I don’t care about legacy”--38:42 Connor Rogers is engaged!40:32 QB Anthony Richardson participates in Florida Pro Day 44:35 Connor Rogers ranks his top QBs in the 2023 Draft: Bryce Young, Anthony Richardson & Hendon Hooker--49:58 Bill Belichick walks back “Last 25 years” comment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


