

The Right Time with Bomani Jones
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Bomani Jones weighs in on sports, pop culture, social topics and more, with your comments on Mondays, friends of the show on Wednesdays and Domonique Foxworth on Fridays.
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Oct 8, 2025 • 57min
Howard Bryant breaks down One Battle After Another & Highest 2 Lowest | 10.08
Bomani Jones is joined by Howard Bryant to break down Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another,’ starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio del Toro, Regina Hall & Teyana Taylor. They explore themes of capitalism, character representation, and the role of music in film, while discussing many critiques of the film being litigated on social media. Later, they discuss Spike Lee's 'Highest 2 Lowest' starring Denzel Washington. They discuss how it compares to Kurosawa's 'High and Low" and what the movie does and does not say about Black Capitalism.
2:00 - Breaking down "One Battle After Another"
31:50 - Highest 2 Lowest: The High and The Low Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 7, 2025 • 56min
Chiefs blow it vs. Jaguars, Giannis-Knicks trade rumors, ESPN-Paul Finebaum dilemma | 10.07
On a special bonus episode, Bomani Jones reacts to the Chiefs stunning loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, and explains why he still believes Kansas City will make the playoffs. Later, he explores the reports of trade discussions between the Milwaukee Bucks and the New York Knicks and explains why he thinks it is best for Giannis to stay in Milwaukee. After the break, he discusses the awkward situation between ESPN and Paul Finebaum, the upcoming UFC event at the White House, the poor reviews for Taylor Swift's album, and much more!
01:00 - Jaguars Stun Chiefs
15:50 - Why Giannis Shouldn't Want to Be Traded to the Knicks
33:00 - ESPN's Paul Finebaum Problem
41:30 - Taylor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 6, 2025 • 1h 4min
Broncos beat Eagles, Deion Sanders & Bill Belichick struggle, Mark Sanchez Arrested | 10.06
Bomani Jones starts the show by breaking down a jam-packed week 5 of NFL action, including the shootout between Baker Mayfield & Sam Darnold and the Denver Broncos' shocking upset over the Philadelphia Eagles. Later, he discusses Penn State's stunning loss to UCLA and the embarrassing losses suffered this week by Bill Belichick & Deion Sanders. After the break, Bomani reacts to Diddy's sentencing, Mark Sanchez's arrest, Dave Chapelle's controversial comments & much, much more!
00:30 - NFL Week 5 Recap
17:00 - James Franklin & Bill Belichick's shocking losses
33:40 - Diddy Charged, Mark Sanchez Arrested
50:00 - Dave Chapelle's shocking comments
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Oct 3, 2025 • 1h 5min
Domonique Foxworth on A.J. Brown's unhappiness, Potential WNBA labor strife, Shedeur Sanders "comments" | 10.03
Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for another edition of Foxworth Friday. They start the show by discussing the strangely successful Eagles season so far and whether Jalen Hurts can keep AJ Brown happy. Later, they break down Napheesa Collier's harsh criticism of the WNBA commissioner and why they believe the WNBA is heading for a work stoppage. Finally, they react to Shedeur Sanders' silence when being asked about Dillion Gabriel being named the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns.
00:00 - Introduction
06:10 - Eagles' ups and downs
17:00 - Liam Coen vs. Robert Saleh
27:50 - WNBA Labor strife incoming
41:00 - Could Caitlin Clark start her own league?
49:00 - Shedeur Sanders: Mimetime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 1, 2025 • 52min
Lamar Jackson injury concerns, Cowboys' predictable problem, Eagles skepticism | 10.01
The Ringer's Diante Lee joins Bomani Jones to break down everything happening in the first month of the NFL. First, they discuss the resurgence of the disgruntled wide receiver all over the league. Next, they speculate about the future of George Pickens with the Dallas Cowboys and break down the issues facing Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens after a 1-3 start to the season. Later, they break down their trust in Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones, what's next for Anthony Richardson, and if the Philadelphia Eagles are this year's version of the 2024 Kansas City Chiefs.
00:00 - Introduction
05:00 - The return of the diva WR
16:00 - Concerns about Lamar Jackson & Baltimore Ravens
25:00 - Do you believe in Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones
34:00 - Buying the Eagles changes to repeat as Super Bowl champs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 29, 2025 • 1h 6min
Chiefs beat Ravens, Cowboys-Packers tie, Bad Bunny playing Super Bowl halftime show | 09.29
Bomani Jones reacts to a crazy week 4 of NFL action. He breaks down the Kansas City Chiefs beating the Baltimore Ravens 37-20 and explains why he has more questions for John Harbaugh at this point than Lamar Jackson. Later, he lays out his frustrations with the Packers-Cowboys tie and discusses why things haven't changed much for the New York Giants after naming Jaxson Dart the starter. Finally, he gives his thoughts on Bad Bunny being named the halftime performer for the 2026 Super Bowl, Alabama's impressive win over Georgia, Jimmy Kimmel coming back on the air for ABC, and much more.
00:00 - Introduction
01:00 - Chiefs beat the Ravens
16:10 - Cowboys & Packers Tie
35:30 - Bad Bunny headling Super Bowl 2026
39:12 - Alabama takes down Georgia
49:20 - Jimmy Kimmel back on the air Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 26, 2025 • 1h 11min
Elle Duncan on UGA vs. Alabama rivalry, Arch Manning's struggles, Russell Wilson benched by Giants | 09.26
On today’s episode of The Right Time, Elle Duncan of ESPN joins Bomani Jones to discuss the upcoming massive matchup between Alabama vs. Georgia this weekend & the struggles the Falcons had against the Panthers last Sunday. Later, they discuss Arch Manning's struggles at Texas, Russell Wilson's benching for Jaxon Dart, & the upcoming matchup between Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes
00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - Elle learns about the world of WWE
07:00 - Alabama & Georgia's weird rivalry
25:30 - Is Arch Manning in his own head?
30:52 - Should Russell Wilson turn heel?
49:30 - Lamar Jackson vs. Patrick Mahomes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 24, 2025 • 1h 9min
Spencer Hall on Deion Sanders' crazy comments, Lane Kiffin trolls, Bruce Pearl retires from Auburn | 09.24
Spencer Hall joins Bomani Jones to discuss a predictably eclectic array of topics. They start by discussing Deion Sanders recent comments on the "New Heights" podcast and break down why Deion might be the worst person to give Shedeur advice. Later, they discuss Lane Kiffin's daughter announcing her relationship with an LSU football player ahead of the LSU-Ole Miss game this weekend. After the break, they react to the news of Bruce Pearl retiring from Auburn, talk about their favorite players in college football this season and explain why Fran Brown is the DMX of college football coaches.
00:00 - Introduction
03:00 - Deion Sanders keeps Shedeur from the Ravens
19:20 - Lane Kiffin somehow becomes likable
30:28 - Bruce Pearl retires from Auburn
43:54 - Fran Brown: College Football's DMX
59:30 - Will Kalen DeBoer survive the year at Alabama
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Sep 22, 2025 • 1h 13min
NFL Week 3 reaction, Jimmy Kimmel suspended by ABC, Kawhi-Clippers controversy | 09.22
Bomani Jones reacts to a crazy week 3 of NFL action. He breaks down how the most shocking thing of the early NFL season is the success of Daniel Jones and the Indianapolis Colts. Later, he breaks down the Dallas Cowboys and how their lackluster defense could haunt them all year long. After the break, Bomani gives his extended thoughts on Jimmy Kimmel being indefinitely suspended by ABC, and what it means for people in his profession going forward. He closes out the show by discussing the latest news in the Kawhi Leonard/Clippers scandal, the 50 greatest rap songs about sex, and listens to a few viewer voicemails. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 19, 2025 • 1h 13min
Joel Anderson on Dabo Swinney's Likable Tirade: How Nick Saban Integrated the SEC, Is Miami Football Back? | 09.19
Bomani Jones is joined by The Ringer's Joel Anderson. First, they discuss Dabo Swinney's press conference and debate whether or not they find the Clemson coach likable. Later, they break down how Nick Saban integrated the SEC, Black people's experience with college football fandom, & if Miami is finally back under Mario Cristobal.
00:00 - Introduction
01:00 - Is Joel a Hater?
05:00 - Has Dabo become likable?
18:53 - Can Kirby keep up his success?
22:40 - How Nick Saban integrated the SEC
32:20 - Black College Football fandom
48:00 - How Alabama integrated college football
57:50 - Is Miami back? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices