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All The Smoke

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Apr 3, 2025 • 1h 19min

Jason Wilson Unpacks Pro Athlete Mental Health Crisis & His Proven Recovery System

Jason Wilson, founder of the Cave of Adullam Transformational Training Academy, shares his powerful journey of overcoming trauma after his father's lynching. He discusses how therapy and martial arts helped him heal, and emphasizes the necessity of emotional vulnerability in redefining masculinity. Wilson presents his transformative '4 R's' methodology, aimed at breaking destructive cycles and fostering resilience in young Black men. He highlights the importance of mentorship and emotional expression in nurturing deeper connections and healing generational wounds.
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Apr 1, 2025 • 45min

Pistons Want ALL THE SMOKE, White Boy Dark Alley MVPs & Final Four Previews

Keyon Dooling, a former NBA player and media personality, joins the crew for an engaging discussion. They dive into the recent brawl between the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves, sharing hilarious stories from past NBA clashes. The conversation steers towards the McDonald’s All-American Game, spotlighting future stars AJ Dybantsa and Alijah Arenas. With March Madness approaching, they make bold predictions for the Final Four, reflecting on the competitive spirit in college basketball and reminiscing about legendary players like Baron Davis and Tracy McGrady.
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Mar 27, 2025 • 46min

Chris Mullin's Journey from Rehab to Hall of Fame, Untold Dream Team Story & That Infamous Practice

Chris Mullin, a former NBA star celebrated for his time with the Golden State Warriors and the US Olympic teams, shares hilarious untold stories from the Dream Team era. He reminisces about signing legendary players and transformative moments in Golden State's history. Mullin opens up about the unforgettable 1984 Olympics and his experiences with iconic figures like Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan. Listen in as he discusses the team dynamics, intense practice sessions, and the exceptional work ethic that set the greats apart.
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Mar 25, 2025 • 37min

Vernon Maxwell IS BACK! High School Kobe, Trash Talking Magic Johnson & the Transfer Portal MESS

Vernon Maxwell, a former NBA player known for his outspoken nature, returns to share wild stories from his career. He reminisces about a young Kobe Bryant crashing a 76ers practice and recounts his unforgettable trash talk with Magic Johnson. The discussion shifts to the modern NBA, tackling the playoff prospects of the Houston Rockets and OKC Thunder, plus the astonishing $6.1B sale of the Boston Celtics. They also delve into the turmoil of the NCAA transfer portal, pondering how college basketball can regain its stability.
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Mar 20, 2025 • 3h 23min

Most Insane March Madness Stories Told by the Players Who Lived It | All The Smoke Compilation

Experience March Madness like never before through the eyes of basketball's greatest collegiate legends on ALL THE SMOKE. This definitive compilation brings together the most electrifying, heartbreaking, and unforgettable NCAA Tournament moments, told by the very players who lived them. From Grant Hill breaking down Christian Laettner's miraculous buzzer-beater to Carmelo Anthony reliving his freshman championship run at Syracuse, these stories capture the essence of college basketball's most prestigious tournament. Witness CJ McCollum's recounting of Lehigh's historic upset over Duke, hear Cheryl Miller's perspective on dominating women's basketball with back-to-back national championships, and relive iconic Final Four performances that changed the course of basketball history. This collection features over 30 captivating stories from former champions, underdogs, and Hall of Famers who transformed March into true Madness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mar 18, 2025 • 31min

KAT & Draymond want ALL THE SMOKE, March Madness is completely BROKEN & Lakers without LeBron

The HEAT is ON as Matt and Geno break down Draymond Green's mind games with Karl-Anthony Towns and why KAT's own teammates were dapping up Draymond after the game. Jimmy Butler and Luka Dončić are on fire with their new squads, and the guys analyze what's behind their dominant performances. Plus, Matt and Geno dive into the LA Sparks' controversial advertisement for male practice players that has the basketball world talking. Matt drops some bars about the NCAA's broken system - how the combination of NIL deals, transfer portal chaos, and agent influence is DESTROYING college basketball. What's the solution to fix the game we love? We also give an exclusive preview for an interview Ryan Garcia opens up to Ak and Barak in a tell-all interview dropping this week, revealing the personal struggles behind his controversial year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mar 13, 2025 • 1h 2min

Cheryl Miller on Caitlin vs. Angel vs. JuJu, the 105-Point Game & Who Wins a 1v1 vs. Reggie Miller?

Basketball royalty joins ALL THE SMOKE as Matt and Stak sit down with the incomparable Cheryl Miller for a conversation that our fans have been asking for for years. In this must-watch episode, Miller takes us through her extraordinary journey that changed women's basketball forever. She breaks down the current explosion of the women's game, offering perspective on superstars Caitlin Clark and JuJu Watkins from someone who revolutionized basketball decades before them. Miller shares what it was like coaching these rising stars at the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game and gives her unvarnished take on the league's newest competitor, Unrivaled. The conversation goes deep into Miller family lore, with Cheryl revealing intimate stories about her relationship with brother Reggie Miller, including his reaction to her historic 105-point game. Beyond personal stories, Miller delivers a basketball education, reminiscing on the pioneers who built women's basketball and offering expert analysis on international talent revolutionizing both the NBA and WNBA. She even settles the eternal debate, ranking Jordan, Kobe, and LeBron with the authority only a true basketball savant can provide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mar 11, 2025 • 29min

LeBron & Stephen A. Want ALL THE SMOKE over Bronny comments | ATS Unplugged

The smoke is THICK this week as Matt and Geno dive into LeBron James' heated confrontation with Stephen A. Smith. Can the Lakers make a real title run this year? Geno is cautiously optimistic about their chances, but what does LeBron battling through a groin injury mean for their playoff push? Former NBA veteran Keyon Dooling joins to analyze the suddenly red-hot Warriors, the Clippers finding their groove with Kawhi and Harden, and USC sensation JuJu Watkins dominating women's basketball. Plus, the crew previews March Madness, reacts to Rick Pitino's controversial recruiting strategy, and breaks down Steph Curry's surprising new assistant general manager role at Davidson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mar 6, 2025 • 50min

Barry Bonds’ wild Rookie Hazing, Getting ignored by Michael Jordan & Don’t call me the GOAT

Barry Bonds, baseball's all-time home run leader and seven-time MVP, shares his candid journey through MLB, from his father's influence to becoming a hitting legend. He dives into rookie hazing stories, revealing competitive dynamics with icons like Michael Jordan. Bonds discusses the psychological aspects of batting and highlights modern challenges for Black representation in baseball. He reflects on today's game, including Shohei Ohtani's dual dominance, and emphasizes mentoring the next generation while confronting the evolving landscape of the sport.
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Mar 4, 2025 • 47min

Pistons’ Rise & Suns’ Collapse, Untold Kobe Stories from an NBA Icon

ATS UNPLUGGED is back, with Matt and Stak revisiting the viral ALL THE SMOKE episode featuring Vernon Maxwell. Mad Max's unfiltered tales of NBA chaos are still breaking the internet—from locker-room mayhem to his battles with Michael Jordan that cemented his legendary status. The guys then pivot to today's hottest headlines: analyzing the Phoenix Suns' alarming decline and the potential destinations for Devin Booker and Kevin Durant, decoding Detroit's shocking surge in the Eastern Conference standings, and reacting to LeBron James' comments on Anthony Edwards' reluctance to embrace the face of the league role. Matt also sits down with NBA photography legend Andrew Bernstein for an intimate career retrospective. Discover how Bernstein captured the Magic vs. Bird rivalry, immortalized Jordan’s greatness, and developed a transformative bond with Kobe Bryant—including never-before-shared stories about the Mamba’s obsessive work ethic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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