

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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Nov 3, 2023 • 51min
Wemby vs Suns; Embiid-Harden Finale; SKIMS, WNBA Partnership | Brother From Another
Natalie and Callie Lawson-Freeman host Ladies First Fridays. They react to Victor Wembanyama scoring a career-high 38 points in win over the Suns and Draymond Green’s comments on the Warriors’ chemistry last season. They also discuss Joel Embiid’s disagreement with James Harden’s description of his time with the Sixers and the Celtics dominant start to the season. Subria Whitaker joins the show to weigh-in on A’ja Wilson’s SLAM cover and the announcement of SKIMS becoming the official underwear of the WNBA. They also discuss the WNBA halting expansion plans for Portland and Dawn Staley’s Gamecocks preparing to play the first women’s college basketball game in Paris vs Notre Dame. Natalie and Callie preview Sunday’s huge NFL matchups. 00:00 Wemby has monster game; Phenix Suns expectations: Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Bradley Beal 09:04 Draymond throws shade at Jordan Poole; Stephen Curry’s continued dominance 17:31 Joel Embiid reacts to James Harden’s comments that Sixers had him on leash 23:02 Celtics early season dominance -- 25:32 A’ja Wilson leads the way for women’s basketball 30:13 SKIMS becomes official underwear of NBA, WNBA, USA Basketball 36:57 WNBA expansion: Plans halt for Portland, Oakland Black ownership group not allowed to bid 42:45 South Carolina & Notre Dame women’s basketball prepare for Paris game -- 45:21 NFL in Frankfurt: Dolphins vs Chiefs 46:48 NFL Sunday preview: Cowboys at Eagles, Bills at Bengals Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 2, 2023 • 47min
Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry? Harden and new-look Clippers; Bucks bad start
Michael Holley and Liv Moods host the show today! Holley and Liv discuss the Nuggets’ first loss of the season after they fall to the Timberwolves. Liv predicts whether Russell Wilson and the Broncos can make a playoff run this season. Natalie joins the show to debate who the best player in the NBA is. Holley, Liv and Natalie analyze the Bucks’ slow start to the season and project how the duo of Giannis and Damian Lillard will fare long-term. 0:00 Nuggets lose 1st game4:12 Jokic: best player in the NBA?12:38 Russell Wilson and Broncos take down Chiefs--19:49 Stephen Curry: best player in the NBA?27:10 Nuggets and Warriors overlooked29:35 James Harden & new look Clippers36:27 Bucks bad start--41:08 Steelers vs Titans42:13 Commanders vs Patriots43:05 Eagles fans get an upgrade--45:49 Tyreek Hill on Chiefs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 1, 2023 • 48min
McDaniels fired; 76ers next move; Wemby’s comeback; Deion talks robbery
Michael Holley and Vincent Goodwill are hosting the show today! Holley and Vinnie react to the Las Vegas Raiders firing Josh McDaniels. Marc J. Spears joins the show to discuss James Harden’s move from Philly to the LA Clippers and what it means for Joel Embiid. Holley, Vinnie and Marc talk about the Spurs and Victor Wembanyama’s late comeback win against the Suns. Holley and Vinnie give their thoughts on Deion Sanders’ reaction to the Colorado Buffaloes being robbed. 0:00 Raiders fire Josh McDaniels--20:35 James Harden traded to Clippers34:31 Wemby makes comeback vs Kevin Durant39:10 Golden State Warriors hosting 2025 All-Star Game--41:40 Deion and Buffaloes got robbed--47:30 Wedding songs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 31, 2023 • 49min
Chase Young to 49ers; James Harden traded to Clippers; Deion Sanders calls out O-Line
Michael Holley and “The NFL Chick” Reeta Hubbard host the show today! Holley and Reeta react to the NFL trade deadline, including the 49ers’ acquisition of Chase Young. Holley and Reeta discuss the Lions’ victory over the Raiders on Monday Night Football. Mike Hill joins the show and tells us what to look out for after James Harden’s trade to the Clippers. Michael and The NFL Chick talk about Dabo Swinney’s rant against Tyler from Spartanburg and Deion Sanders’ comments on his offensive line. 0:00 Chase Young traded to 49ers6:11 Montez Sweat traded to Bears7:33 Seahawks trade for Leonard Williams9:38 Joshua Dobbs traded to Vikings14:17 Lions def. Raiders on MNF--24:09 James Harden traded to Clippers--40:21 Dabo Swinney’ rant45:08 Deion Sanders calls out O-line--47:55 Happy Halloween! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 30, 2023 • 49min
Purdy, 49ers struggles; Levis shines in Titans debut; A.J. Brown vs Tyreek Hill | Brother From Another
Michael Holley and Michael Smith discuss the 49ers’ 3-game losing streak after losing to the Bengals. They also react to Will Levis’ Titans debut and discuss the teams who passed on DeAndre Hopkins. The brothers debate who the best wide receiver is in the NFL. They also recap the Jets’ ugly win over the Giants and discuss the Dolphins 6-0 record against Bill Belichick and the Patriots. 00:00 49ers vs Bengals: Kyle Shanahan, Brock Purdy struggles13:32 Joe Burrow, Bengals defeat Niners--23:16 Will Levis masterful debut; DeAndre Hopkins31:04 WR debate: A.J. Brown, Tyreek Hill, Ja’Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson--43:38 Jets win over Giants: Zach Wilson, Robert Saleh46:54 Tua Tagovailoa 6-0 vs Patriots, Bill Belichick--48:21 Usher serenades A’ja Wilson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 27, 2023 • 51min
Josh Allen’s Inconsistency; Lillard’s Bucks Debut; NBA’s Record on Domestic Violence | Brother From Another
Natalie and Terrika Foster-Brasby host Ladies First Fridays. They react to the Bills beating the Buccaneers and discuss whether Josh Allen is playing up to MVP standards. They also weigh-in on Damian Lillard’s debut with the Bucks and the NBA’s investigation of James Harden’s absence from the 76ers. Nat and Terrika also discuss the Lakers defeating the Suns. Callie Lawson-Freeman joins the show to weigh-in on the NBA’s record on domestic violence after Charles Barkley questioned NBA Commissioner Adam Silver over the league’s policy. Nat, Terrika and Callie also break down the double standard around the way the sexual assault case filed against Dwight Howard is being discussed. Natalie and Terrika react to the growth of women’s sports and Usher responding to A’ja Wilson’s invitation to the Aces’ victory parade. 00:00 Bills vs Buc on TNF; MVP Race: Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson, Tua Tagovailoa13:45 Damian Lillard shines in Bucks debut; chemistry with Giannis19:10 Sixers lose to Bucks; NBA’s investigation into James Harden’s absence23:51 LeBron James’ minutes restriction; Durant carrying offense without Devin Booker, Bradley Beal--31:28 Barkley questions Adam Silver on DV: Miles Bridges; Dwight Howard sexual assault case--46:28 Trash talk in women’s sports; growth of women’s sports--49:57 Usher invites A’ja Wilson to attend Vegas residency Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 26, 2023 • 51min
Deion, Buffs Bowl Path; Wemby's Debut; Raheem Mostert Interview
Michael Holley and Mike Hill host the show today! Holley and Hill look ahead to the Colorado Buffaloes remaining schedule and whether Deion Sanders can help them reach a bowl game. They also react to Michael Penix Jr. and Caleb Williams taking a hard fall in the Heisman race. Holley and Hill dive into Michigan’s sign stealing scandal. Cerrone Battle joins the show to break down the Celtics’ narrow victory over the Knicks and Victor Wembanyama’s NBA debut. Raheem Mostert also joins the show to discuss being a part of the NFL’s fastest offense, what it will take for the Dolphins to get to the Super Bowl, and his excitement to play in Germany against the Chiefs. 0:00 Deion and the Buffaloes off a bye week; UCLA matchup9:05 Heisman race shake-up: Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr.13:52 Michigan sign-stealing scandal--24:14 Celtics vs Knicks: Kristaps Porziņģis; Jayson Tatum will win MVP30:23 Victor Wembanyama debut--37:47 Raheem Mostert Interview--49:15 My Bets Your Money: Bills vs Bucs50:00 NCAA players vs Wemby Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 25, 2023 • 50min
Nuggets crush Lakers; Bucks and Celtics top of the East; Suns def. Warriors
Michael Holley and Liv Moods host the show today! Holley and Liv react to the Nuggets dominant victory over the Lakers on NBA Opening Night. Jeff Johnson joins the show to discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s new contract, how Damian Lillard fits on the Bucks, Celtics championship aspirations, and the Suns win over the Warriors. Liv Moods comes for the neck of Bills Mafia! 0:00 Nuggets roll over Lakers--21:17 Bucks ceiling 27:29 Celtics projections32:06 Suns shine vs Warriors--40:46 Liv Moods vs Bills fans--48:45 Richard Roundtree, Rest in Power Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 24, 2023 • 51min
Brock Purdy exposed; NBA Power Rankings; Aces parade gets spicy
Michael Holley and Natalie host the show today! Holley and Nat react to Brock Purdy and the 49ers’ loss against the Vikings on Monday Night Football. Natalie explains how the Eagles have been overlooked this season. Kurt Helin joins the show to discuss Lebron James’ cryptic comment on his critics, James Harden’s absence from Philly, and Natalie’s NBA Power Rankings. The Las Vegas Aces don’t hold back in their championship celebration.0:00 Vikings upset 49ers9:43 Eagles getting slept on15:30 Brock Purdy poor performance18:59 Vikings played it safe--22:14 Lebron James on trash talkers26:42 James Harden’s absence34:00 Bucks championship goals36:31 NBA Power Rankings--42:52 Las Vegas Aces celebration48:31 Greg Popovich on Steve Kerr--50:01 Michigan caught cheating Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 23, 2023 • 48min
Ravens Humble Lions; Belichick, Patriots Upset Bills; Eagles Impress vs Dolphins | Brother From Another
Michael Holley and Reeta Hubbard react to the Ravens’ blowout win against the Lions, Lamar Jackson’s promising performance and the Patriots shocking win over the Bills. Mike Jones joins the show to break down Sunday Night’s game between the Eagles and Dolphins and NFL referee issues. Michael and Reeta discuss Mike Tomlin and the Steelers’ win over the Rams, AFC standings and Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. They also quickly preview Rangers-Astros Game 7. 00:00 - Ravens dominant win over Lions 08:31 - Lamar Jackson’ great performance 13:36 - Patriots shocking win over Bills; Belichick reaches 300 wins 16:25 - Bill Belichick’s lucrative contract extension with Pats 17:58 - Bills need to find answers after bad loss; Josh Allen 22:32 - Eagles bring toughness in win over Dolphins; Jalen Hurts, Nick Sirianni 26:53 - Dolphins offense faded against Eagles; Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill 33:35 - Breaking News: Eagles trade for Kevin Byard 29:16 - NFL referee questionable calls in week 7: Colts-Browns 37:21 - Steelers 4-2 after win over Rams; Mike Tomlin 42:19 - AFC Standings 45:14 - Mahomes, Travis Kelce combo is sharp; Chiefs defense steps up 47:20 - Rangers force game 7 against Astros in ALCS Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


