The Ryen Russillo Podcast
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Each week, Ryen Russillo will break down the biggest topics in sports.
Episodes
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Jun 20, 2024 • 2h 8min
Dan Hurley on the UConn Draft Prospects and NBA Flirtation, Plus a Big NBA Draft Preview With Sam Vecenie
UConn head coach Dan Hurley discusses draft prospects and Lakers job interest. NBA draft analyst Sam Vecenie previews lottery picks and talks about Bronny James. Life advice segment with Ceruti and Kyle on hitting on girls at the gym.
Jun 18, 2024 • 1h 43min
Celtics Are Champs With Scott Van Pelt, Plus Drama at the U.S. Open
Scott Van Pelt joins Russillo to discuss Celtics' dominance, Kyrie's image rehab, and drama at the U.S. Open. Life advice segment on moving past breakups. Various topics covered include golf, playoff drafts, luxury possessions, and personal game experiences.
Jun 13, 2024 • 1h 33min
Celtics Up 3-0, and the Turn on Luka Has Started. Plus, Howard Beck on Tatum Polarization and Remembering Jerry West.
NBA analyst Howard Beck joins to discuss player legacies, Finals insights, and remembers Jerry West. Russillo breaks down Celtics' 3-0 lead and offers life advice on restoring a beat-up van for national park visits.
Jun 11, 2024 • 1h 7min
Hurley Turns Down the Lakers and What Makes a Great NBA Coach. Plus, Life Advice and More With Joy Taylor!
Host and guest dissect why Dan Hurley rejected the Lakers job, evaluate NBA coaching dynamics, share life advice. Topics include successful coaching transitions, analyzing coaching effectiveness, emotional attachment to sports, relationship dynamics, and reclaiming joy in sports.
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Jun 7, 2024 • 1h 38min
Can the Mavs Fix the Game 1 Problems? Dan Hurley’s Fit With the Lakers. Plus Raja Bell Talks Guarding Luka, Kyrie, and Tatum.
Former NBA player Raja Bell joins to discuss guarding Luka, Kyrie, and Tatum. They talk about Dallas's offense, public overreactions to Game 1s, and player matchups. Plus, Life Advice segment with Ceruti and Kyle.
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Jun 4, 2024 • 1h 51min
What NBA Front Offices and Coaches Think About the Mavs-Celtics Finals, Plus Van Lathan on the Caitlin Clark Coverage
Van Lathan joins to discuss NBA Finals matchup, Kyrie's image, and Caitlin Clark media coverage. Insights on strategic player matchups, Kyrie's redemption arc, and promoting women's sports. Plus, NBA Finals betting analysis and personal anecdotes on golf and relationships.
May 30, 2024 • 1h 44min
Austin Rivers on Rudy Gobert’s Image Problem and Playing With KAT and Ant. Plus, Settling the NBA Vs. NFL Players Debate.
NBA player Austin Rivers clarifies comments about NBA players in the NFL. Discussion on Rudy Gobert's image problem, playing with KAT and Ant. Plus, contrasting skill sets between basketball and football, and predictions for the Mavs vs. T-wolves game.
May 23, 2024 • 1h 13min
Mavs' Big Game 1 Win and What’s Up With Ant? Plus 49ers All-Pro Linebacker Fred Warner!
Fred Warner, 49ers All-Pro linebacker, discusses Super Bowl loss takeaways, becoming a better player, and 49ers defense. Russillo recaps Mavs' Game 1 win and talks about Anthony Edwards. Plus, Life Advice segment with Ceruti and Kyle.
May 21, 2024 • 1h 28min
Conference Finals Previews and Ranking the Four Best Players Left With Tim Legler, Plus Life Advice
ESPN analyst Tim Legler joins the podcast to preview the Conference Finals, rank the best remaining players, and give life advice. They discuss defensive challenges in the playoffs, analyze key matchups, and debate the performance of top players. The episode also includes betting predictions, college choices, and a reflective conversation among friends.
May 16, 2024 • 1h 26min
Mavs Take Control, Boston Advances, and NBA Obituary Season, Plus Bob Ryan Talks Jokic Historically and Not Trusting These Celtics
Bob Ryan from The Boston Globe joins to discuss Jokic's dominance, Celtics criticisms, and media changes. Life advice on avoiding dad smells is shared. Don't miss out on exclusive clips and live streams!
