

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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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

Sep 17, 2025 • 1h 6min
Burrow's fatal flaw. Tom Brady's bizarre behavior, Michael Vick to Virginia Tech? | 0917
Charles McDonald of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss Joe Burrow's injury and whether his aggressive play style is potentially to blame. Later, they react to Tom Brady's weird post-career decision to be both an NFL broadcaster and part-owner of the Las Vegas Raiders. They also discuss the potential ban on the Tush-push and the possibility of Michael Vick becoming the next coach at Virginia Tech.
00:00 - Introduction
01:20 - Falcons take down Vikings
06:00 - Remember when Dak Prescott got his ass whipped?
09:00 - Is Joe Burrow to blame for his continued injuries?
32:20 - Tom Brady has too many jobs
49:25 - Michael Vick to Virginia Tech? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 15, 2025 • 57min
Eagles beat "No Fun" Chiefs, Dolphins Disaster, Crawford dominates Canelo Alvarez | 09.15
Bomani Jones reacts to a jam packed week 2 of NFL action. First, he discusses the Eagles beating Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs and why the Chiefs are "no fun" to watch anymore. Later, he reacts to the firings of UCLA coach DeShaun Foster and Virginia Tech coach Brent Pry and why it could spell bad news for Mike McDaniel and the Dolphins. He then break down Terence Crawford's huge win over Canelo Alvarez, Brian Kelly snapping at a reporter after LSU's win over Florida, Clipse playing a concert at the Vatican and much more!
00:00 - Introduction
00:35 - Eagles beat Chiefs
18:00 - Why College Football firings could be bad news for Mike McDaniel
33:13 - Terence Crawford beats Canelo Alvarez
41:00 - What was Clipse doing at the Vatican? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 12, 2025 • 1h 3min
Mina Kimes on Eagles-Chiefs rematch, 49ers injury concerns, Arch Manning Mania | 09.12
Bomani Jones is joined by Mina Kimes of ESPN & Omaha Productions. They start by discussing the upcoming Super Bowl rematch between the Philadelphia Eagles & the Kansas City Chiefs. They later discuss the issues, discussing Lamar Jackson & the Ravens, how big of a deal Brock Purdy's injury is, and if the Lions are in trouble. Finally, they discuss Tebowmania, the Shedeur Sanders discourse and what's next for Arch Manning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 10, 2025 • 1h
Caleb Williams struggles vs Vikings, Russell Wilson Cooked, Tyreek Hill trade rumors | 09.10
Bomani Jones & Nate Tice of Yahoo Sports react to the Minnesota Vikings' comeback win over the Chicago Bears. Bomani says he has a few significant concerns about Caleb Williams' future.
Later, they discuss how Russell Wilson's career might be over with the Giants, the highs and lows of Aaron Rodgers' debut with the Steelers, Tyreek Hill trade rumors, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 9, 2025 • 1h
Bill Belichick-Patriots beef, Melo & HOF Class of 2025, Canelo vs. Crawford | 09.09
Bomani Jones reacts to Bill Belichick's ongoing feud with the New England Patriots and gives Dwight Howard and Carmelo Anthony their flowers after being inducted into the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame. Later, he is joined by Corey Erdman of DAZN Boxing and Ring Magazine to breakdown the upcoming superfight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford on Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 8, 2025 • 58min
Bills stun Ravens, Packers beat Lions, Rodgers balls out vs. Jets | 09.08
Bomani Jones reacts to a jam-packed week 1 of NFL action. First, he discusses the wild win for the Buffalo Bills, and why Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry should not be blamed for the improbable loss. Later, he discusses the Kansas City Chiefs losing to the Los Angeles Chargers and why time might be running out on the Chiefs Dynasty. He wraps up the show by breaking down the Lions loss to the Green Bay Packers, Aaron Rodgers first win as a Pittsburgh Steeler, and much much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 5, 2025 • 53min
Foxworth Friday Chiefs seek revenge, Bills vs. Ravens, Aaron Rodgers last stand | 09.05
On the latest edition of Foxworth Friday ahead of NFL week 1, Bomani Jones and Domonique Foxworth break down how the Chiefs can get to their 4th straight Super Bowl, the pseudo rivalry between Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, if this is the last stand for Aaron Rodger and Mike Tomlin and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 3, 2025 • 1h 2min
Jason Goff on Bears-Caleb Williams concerns, Lions expectations, Jayden Daniels year 2 | 09.03
Bomani Jones is joined by Jason Goff of The Ringer. They discuss the concerns for Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears heading into year 2, expectations for the Detroit Lions, whether Jayden Daniels can improve after his insane rookie season and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


