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For Episode 006 we return with Part 2 of Luke Tadashi's discussion with Professor David Hollander where they take a deep dive into his book (@howbasketballcansavetheworld) — Centered around 13 principles that are fundamental to understanding basketball as not just a game, but as a structure for reimagining what's possible in the 21st century.

In his 15th year at NYU, David Hollander is Assistant Dean of Real World and Clinical Professor with the Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport. One of NYU's most popular professors, Hollander is the recipient of NYU's highest faculty honor, 2019 NYU Distinguished Teaching Award. He's also been recognized with highest NYU School of Professional Studies Honors: Award for Teaching Excellence (2018, 2012) and Award for Outstanding Service (2021, 2016) (only full-time faculty to win either award twice). Hollander's signature innovative experiential program Real World is one of the hottest programs at NYU, partnering with 45 A-list organizations like Nike, Porsche, JetBlue, Ace Hotel, Samsung. Axios called Real World "the future" of higher education. His only-of-its-kind humanities course "How Basketball Can Save the World" received international media attention including features from CBS News, SLAM, The Associated Press, The Washington Post and The New York Times. On Good Friday, April 12, 2022, major Italian media – la Repubblica, Corriere della Serra – credited Hollander and his class for helping sway the Vatican to recognize the first-ever Patron Saint of Basketball! For his extraordinary efforts in that cause, Hollander was awarded a “key to the city” by the Mayor of Porretta Terme.

Jack Karuletwa is the Founder & CEO of Silverback Coffee. Jack joins the show to speak about basketball serving as a tool to free his mind, his experience being the last man cut from two NBA rosters, and creating a coffee business to support to local farmers in Rwanda.

Kevin Carroll is an author, and instigator of inspiration. He brings a playful curiosity, a keen understanding of human nature and a lifelong love of competition to all of his endeavors. Kevin spent 8 years at Nike as a “Creative Katalyst” turning ideas into reality. He was One of the first African-American head athletic trainers for an NBA team (his hometown 76ers). He believes that play is serious business!

Vasu Kulkarni is an entrepreneur turned VC and professional pickup basketball player. He is the Founder of Krossover, and Partner at Courtside Ventures. Vasu Kulkarni joins the show to talk about skipping out on his sister's wedding for the final four, universal symbols on the court, sport being the great equalizer, and President Obama owing him a game of horse.

Luke Tadashi is the Founder of Bristol Studio. Luke joins the show to speak about finding his sanctuary on the basketball court, how the game inspired him to start a clothing brand, and its greater impact on culture.

Isaiah Moss is a professional basketball player for the Brisbane Bullets. He played college basketball for Iowa and Kansas. Isaiah joins the show to speak about what led him to transfer from Iowa to Kansas, and also talks more in depth about what it was like to have March Madness cancelled due to Covid19.

Vic talks with Jake about how he developed his identity as a defensive minded player. Vic also speaks about what it takes to fight back from an injury.

Tino Malnati is a graduate assistant for the University of Oklahoma Men's Basketball Team. Tino played college basketball at Northwestern University. He speaks with Jake and Vic about his experience shifting from playing to coaching. The guys also discuss their picks for March Madness.

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Charlie Hall returns to the show for a third time. He speaks with Jake and Vic about the upcoming Super Bowl, the best teams in the NBA, and his new TV show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bryce Cotton is a professional basketball player for the Perth Wildcats. Bryce joins the show to talk about playing for the Utah Jazz, leading the Big East in scoring with a torn meniscus, and finding success in the NBL. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jake speaks with Vic about how he is staying ready with NBL games getting postponed due to covid. The guys discuss the rise of the Chicago Bulls this NBA season, as well as all of the players that have been getting call-ups due to the outbreak. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Vic speaks with Jake about his experience exhibiting at ComplexCon Long Beach. Vic also speaks about his upcoming return to the court. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Michael Frazier is a basketball player for the Perth Wildcats. Michael played college basketball at the University of Florida. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode, Jake talks with Vic about his experience quarantining in Australia for the second time. Jake and Vic talk about the current situation with Kyrie Irving and other NBA headlines leading up to the 2021-2022 season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Austin Reaves is a professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers. He played college basketball for Wichita State and Oklahoma. Austin joins the show to talk about his journey that put him in position to earn a two-year NBA contract. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Khliaq is a tattoo artist, born and raised in Los Angeles. He joins the show to speak about his experience with the game, and how he became a tattoo artist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Vic speaks with Jake as he gears up for his return to Australia. Jake and Vic talk about the upcoming contenders for the 2021-2022 NBA season and the return of NFL football. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Andrew Archer is an illustrator and art director who was born in Auckland, New Zealand and currently resides in Melbourne, Australia. Andrew joins the show to speak about his connection to basketball and his creative process. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nathan Sobey joins the show to speak about his recent experience winning a Bronze Medal with the Australian men's basketball team at the Tokyo Olympics. He also speaks about his decision to play college basketball at the University of Wyoming, and his thoughts on Vic joining the Perth Wildcats. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Vic speaks about his experience playing with the LA Lakers in the NBA Summer League. He talks more about his decision to go back to the NBL and his goals for the upcoming season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Greydy Diaz is a freelance journalist. Her work has been featured on ESPN, The Undefeated, Sports Illustrated, and many more publications. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Vic speaks with Jake about joining the LA Lakers. Vic talks about the deciding factors that led him back to the NBA and his goals with his new team. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Raeana is currently the Design Director at Dreamville Apparel, and works with recording artist J.Cole as his stylist and designer. Raeana Anaïs is a designer and stylist with a conceptual approach to curating narratives through fashion. She graduated from Parsons School of Design, and studied textile design at Parsons Paris. She was also trained in artisanal fur craftsmanship at the world's foremost creative laboratory for developing new ideas in fur - The Saga Furs Design Centre. Her diverse experiences include teaching future creatives at the The High School of Fashion Industries in New York City, designing the Arthropoda collection- a sculptural body of work inspired by beetle elytra, and editorial styling for print, commercial, and music videos. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jake and Vic break down their lists of the 30 best NBA players to ever play the game. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

J. Lee is an actor, writer, and musician. J. is known for playing Lt. John LaMarr in The Orville. He joins the show to speak about his experience breaking into the entertainment industry. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Miller Kopp is a basketball player for the Indiana Hoosiers. Miller joins the show to speak about his experience declaring for the NBA Draft, and his decision to transfer to Indiana University. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Charlie Hall is an actor and screenwriter. Charlie joins the show to share his opinions on the 2021 NBA Playoffs and what it's like to be on a tv production set during the pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Brandon Wimbush is a former QB for the University of Notre Dame and the University of Central Florida. Brandon joins the show with his business partner, Ayden Syal, to speak about their company MOGL, a platform that works to helps collegiate athletes monetize their name, image, and likeness. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mamadou Bah is the founder and creative director of C'est Bon. Mamadou joins the show to speak about his journey and some of the exciting projects he has in the works. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ben Fainlight is the founder of LPD New York. Ben is also the Director of Global Cultural Marketing at StockX. He joins the show to discuss his goal in creating his own brand, and how he met Luke Tadashi (Creative Director, Bristol Studio). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ben Skowronek is a wide receiver for the LA Rams of the NFL. He played college football at Northwestern and Notre Dame. Ben joins the show to speak about growing up in a basketball state, and how he developed his work ethic that got him to the NFL. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Vic Law reflects on living and playing in Australia. Vic talks about the most valuable lessons he learned and how he plans on using his newly acquired knowledge in his uncertain future. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Miles Boykin is a wide receiver for the Baltimore Ravens of the NFL. He played college football at the University of Notre Dame. Miles joins the show to speak about his journey to the NFL and his plans for once he finishes his career. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cameron Fuller is an actor and producer. Cameron is known for his roles in Barely Lethal, The Last Ship and Rim of the World. Cameron joins the show to talk about how he got started in Hollywood. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nick Greene is a contributing writer at Slate Magazine. Nick joins the show to speak about the current state of the NBA and the release of his new book: "How to Watch Basketball Like a Genius." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jake talks with Vic about his season ending ankle injury. Vic also talks about his uncertain future and how he plans to spend his time while sidelined. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sam Lerner is an actor who is most known for his roles in The Goldbergs, Monster House, and Project Almanac. Sam joins the show to discuss what it was like for him to be a child actor, navigating the entertainment industry, and what it's like to be attached to a major tv network. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Johnny Hooper is professional water polo player. He joins the show to talk about how he got started in the sport, his college experience, and his time playing with Team USA leading up to the Tokyo Olympic Games. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Taylor Takahashi is an actor, who made his acting debut in the movie Boogie. Taylor joins the show to share his crazy journey that led him from playing basketball at a junior college in San Diego to the big screen. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Duncan Robinson is a professional basketball player for the Miami Heat of the National Basketball Association. He played college basketball for the NCAA Division III Williams College and the NCAA Division I Michigan Wolverines. Duncan joins the show to discuss his first college basketball experience and his first three years in the NBA. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David Hollander is a Clinical Associate Professor with the Preston Robert Institute for Global Sport and Assistant Dean of Real World. One of NYU's most popular professors, Hollander is the recipient of NYU’s highest faculty honor, 2019 NYU Distinguished Teaching Award. Hollander's signature innovative experiential program Real World has become one of the most sought after programs at NYU, partnering with A-list organizations like Nike, Porsche, JetBlue, Ace Hotel, CNBC and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Greenberg is a television anchor, television show host, radio show host for ESPN and ABC, and novelist. At ESPN, he hosted the weekday evening, most often Monday, SportsCenter and previously ESPN Radio's Mike & Mike show with Mike Golic. He joins the show to talk about Northwestern sports and what it was like to cover Michael Jordan in his prime. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Henry Hall is a musician, who recently released his debut album Neato. He joins the show to talk about his process and all the things he has learned along the journey. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jake taps in with Vic to learn more about some of the adjustments he's made transitioning from the NBA to the NBL. Vic discusses how he stays focused in the moment while also thinking about the future of his basketball career. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Orlando Johnson is a professional basketball player for the Brisbane Bullets of the NBL. He joins the show to discuss what it was like to play in the NBA playoffs as a rookie, and his journey that has taken him all over the world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Artist Victor Solomon’s “Literally Balling” project is an on-going exploration of the icons of basketball. Victor joins the show to discuss his journey from Boston to Los Angeles, and how he ended up working with the NBA to re-design a new set of trophies for the league. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Camille Buxeda is currently a Senior Content Producer at SLAM where she heads up their women’s basketball content. She joins the show to talk about her professional experience and the future of the WNBA. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Devon Dotson is a professional basketball player for the Chicago Bulls. He is currently on a two-way contract with the Windy City Bulls of the NBA G League. Devon played college basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Charlie Hall is an actor and screenwriter. Charlie played college basketball at Northwestern University. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.