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    • Dec 8, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    S3 E24: "The Talk"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 133:13


    Time to have the Ryan Day and Diddy discussion. Did the College Football Playoff Committee get it right? Are the Cincinnati Bengals still legit playoff contenders with Jake Browning under center? Are the Bearcats ready to end their losing streak against Xavier at Cintas Center this weekend? The Lake Show actually has a chance to win the NBA's in-season tournament. That & more!!

    S3 E23: "The Corie Blount Episode"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2023 56:14


    We sat down with the newly enshrined University of Cincinnati Athletics Hall of Famer, former Cincinnati Bearcats Basketball Legend & 11 year NBA Vet Corie Blount. Blount was an important piece of the puzzle, who helped lead the Cincinnati Bearcats Men's Basketball program to the 1992 NCAA Final Four & 1993 Elite 8 during his two years on campus. He was selected with the 25th overall pick in the first round of the 1993 NBA Draft, by the then defending NBA World Champion Chicago Bulls. Blount went onto play for several more teams in the NBA during his 11 year NBA career, including the 17X NBA World Champion Los Angeles Lakers. Tap in as we discuss his basketball journey from the University of Cincinnati, through his journey in the NBA.

    S3 E22: "Writer's Block"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 70:40


    Join us as we talk about why the Cincinnati Bengals are the hottest team in the NFL right now, and no one wants to play them. The biggest story currently in college football right now is the alleged sign stealing scandal at the University of Michigan, and whether head football coach Jim Harbaugh will face discipline as a result. We also took time to each come up with our top 3 greatest rivalries in sports history, plus the beginning to the NBA & college basketball seasons.

    S3 E21: "Alright"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 72:06


    We're discussing opening night in the NBA, and getting everyone's early NBA Finals predictions. Plus, on Time Machine Tuesday we want to know what team from the past which did NOT when an NBA title is your favorite. Diving into Jim Harbaugh and That Team Up North aka Michigan's alleged cheating. The Buckeyes won, but something is still off right? Bearcats Basketball has returned as the original Jordan Brand college hoops team, and are the Bengals ready to start hitting their peak against the Niners on Sunday?

    Homecoming Talk With Bearcats Legend Deonta Vaughn

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 41:59


    Join us for a special sitdown during Homecoming week 2023, with the fourth all-time leading scorer in the history of the Men's University of Cincinnati Bearcats Basketball Program Deonta Vaughn. Aka the only player in UC Basketball history to finish his career with 1,800 points & 500 assists.

    S3 E19: "Respond"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 118:21


    oin us as we discuss why it's officially time to panic if you're a Cincinnati Bengals fan, and recap the first quarter of the NFL season. NBA pre-season/training camp has arrived, and the big story across the league is the Milwaukee Bucks acquisition of All-Star PG Dame Lillard via trade. Plus we'll talk the latest college football news, and why Coach Prime & his Buffs may have shown more in last Saturday's loss against USC than in victory!! That and more, tap in!!

    S3 E18: "What's Next?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 98:03


    We're talking Coach Prime and his 3-0 Colorado Buffaloes, can they add another W' against the Oregon Ducks minus injured two-way star Travis Hunter? Plus the biggest upcoming matchup of the weekend matching college football blue blood programs THE Ohio State Buckeyes vs Notre Dame. Also, what's up with HBO canceling "Winning Time" Rise of The Lakers Dynasty? And why the Cincinnati Bengals starting the 2023 season 0-2, is different than last year's 0-2 start.

    S3 E17: "We Coming"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 69:53


    During this episode we discussed the biggest story in college football so far this season, Coach Prime & his Colorado Buffaloes. Is Colorado Buffaloes QB Shadeur Sanders an early Heisman Trophy candidate? We also recapped the rest of the college football landscape & previewed the start of the NFL season.

    S3 E16: "Football Season"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 78:33


    We're talking high school, college, and pro football as America's favorite sport returns. Join us as we discuss are College Football Playoff & Super Bowl sleepers, who will win the Ohio State Buckeyes QB job between Kyle McCord & Devin Brown, and reflect on some of most memorable Super Bowl moments of our lifetime. That and much more as we get you ready for the start of football season.

    S3 E15: "Told Ya So"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 65:20


    This episode is called "Told Ya So," because I Am Pharaoh correctly predicted the masterful ass whooping Terence "Bud" Crawford bestowed upon the great Errol Spence Jr during their undisputed welterweight title fight this past Saturday. We also discussed why the smart thing for Bengals QB Joe Burrow and his agent to do, would be to make sure he does not step on the field again without his new contract extension signed. Plus, took another look at the ever changing landscape of college athletics, as it relates to more conference re-alignment taking place. Lastly, don't miss the guys' epic rant on why dating sucks in 2023, and people need to conduct themselves with more honesty/integrity when dealing with other's time.

    Fish Fry Bud Crawford Vs Errol Spence Jr Preview Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 76:53


    Join us as we discussed & previewed next Saturday's (July 29th) undisputed welterweight title boxing match between Errol Spence Jr & Terence "Bud" Crawford. We were also joined by Cincinnati native, former pro boxer & Silver Medalist in the 2000 Sydney [Australia] Olympics Ricardo Williams to get his thoughts on the upcoming mega fight.

    S3 E13: "Grew Up Together" feat Blacc Goose aka Dre Evans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 67:42


    Before he was blazing tracks as a recording artist under his stage name Black Goose, we grew up with brother Andre Evans in the same neighborhood, schools, and hoop courts across Cincinnati, OH. Join us as we discussed his life's journey from Shroder High School, transferring to North College Hill HS & teaming up with future NBA players OJ Mayo and Bill Walker to become a two-time OHSAA Div III State Champion, to his life now as a hip-hop artist living in Atlanta.

    Season 3 Episode 12: "In The Trenches" feat Cincinnati Bearcats Legend & Former NFL DT Ronnie Dixon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 53:24


    We sat down with I Am Pharaoh's friend former University of Cincinnati Bearcats Football Legend and NFL Defensive Tackle Ronnie Dixon to hear about his life on campus & in the NFL. Big Ronnie was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the 6th round of the 93' NFL Draft, and spent 9 seasons with them, the Cleveland Browns, Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets, and Kansas City Chiefs. He played for legendary coaches like Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells, and find out why he believes Barry Sanders was better than Emmitt Smith during this tell all episode!!

    Season 3 Episode 11: "Bonus Track"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 83:49


    Join us as we discussed how Nate's Celtics came up short of making history, falling to the Miami Heat in Game 7 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals. Plus, we talked more on the upcoming July undisputed welterweight title boxing showdown between Terence "Bud" Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. Musically, I Am Pharaoh wants to know if you had the opportunity to be in charge of any record label past or present which record label would you choose? Also, we had a serious discussion about the benefits of staying independent vs going with a major for both podcasters and musicians.

    S3 E9: "Tank Dawg" feat Cincinnati Bearcats Legend Terry Nelson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 103:47


    We were joined by Cincinnati Bearcats Men's Basketball Legend & current Bearcats Radio Analyst Terry Nelson this episode. T-Nel discussed his son's current recruiting process as one of the top high school football prospects in the greater Cincinnati area, and of course talked Bearcats hoops past and present. Don't miss our recap of the Tank Davis vs Ryan Garcia boxing match from last Saturday, and NBA Playoffs break down as T-Nel agrees Memphis Grizzlies' Dillon Brooks is a fake tough guy also. Of course we talked about Mr. Discount Double Check aka Aaron Rodgers finally landing in NYC after being traded to the Jets. Plus, the NFL Draft is upon us, and don't miss why I Am Pharaoh believes the report of an anonymous NFL GM's concern regarding former Buckeyes QB CJ Stroud's Wonderlic Test score of 18 is nothing to be worried about.

    Season 3 Episode 8: "Madville OG's"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2023 60:25


    We welcomed our friend, cousin, high school classmate/teammate, and Navy Veteran Kory Chapell aka Brewski to the show this episode. I Am Pharaoh asked the guys first what advice would they give their 18 yr old selves if possible? Then we discussed what current and historical NBA teams come to mind, when thinking about teams who missed their window of opportunity to win an NBA title. Followed by going around the room to see which NBA player comes to mind, when thinking about the most UNDERRATED playoff performers of all-time? As the NFL Draft approaches we discussed whether the 2X defending AFC North Champion Cincinnati Bengals, should part ways long-time running back Joe Mixon. Also the guys gave their picks for who was the Bengals biggest draft day steal of all-time. Plus, Pharaoh was curious from skills and ability standpoint as a GM given the ability to draft any NFL QB ever to start your franchise. How many QB's would select ahead of Tom Brady?

    Season 3 Episode 7: "Handle That"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 89:57


    Coach Kam & Tone joined the show in place of Big Jon who was away this episode attending to personal matters. We asked the age old question which do you prefer, Loyalty or Respect? Plus, discussed the latest twist in the Lamar Jackson saga with the Ravens, and took an updated look at the Bengals free agent class since last episode after the acquisition of former Chiefs 4x Pro Bowl left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. And who's the number one pick in next month's NFL Draft, Ohio State's CJ Stroud or Alabama's Bryce Young? Also even if His Airness aka Michael Jordan does sell his majority ownership stake in the Charlotte Hornets, we discussed why his legacy as a player still remains unchanged despite Colin Cowherd and others trying to connect his legacy as an owner to it. Couldn't help but also get Tone and Coach Kam's picks for the winner of the upcoming super fight between undefeated lightweight boxers Tank Davis & Ryan Garcia. Lastly now that the fellas are all over the age of 30, who's your current favorite Hip-Hop artist currently active today?

    Season 3 Episode 6: "Adapt"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 54:21


    Joined by special guest original Factual Opinions Podcast co-founder Curt Jus Chillin, we dove right into recapping the busy start to NFL free agency this offseason. Have the Cincinnati Bengals been aggressive enough to remain one of the elite teams in the AFC? Plus, we shared our opinions on the circus around the contract negotiations between former NFL MVP QB Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens. Will Aaron Rodgers end up being a New York Jet by the start of the season? In the NBA it looks like the MVP Race is between the 76ers Joel Embiid & reigning Nuggets MVP Nikola Jokic. We also made our way to early NBA Finals sleeper picks for this June. Plus, don't miss who each of us is picking to win next month's mega boxing match between undefeated lightweights Gervonta "Tank" Davis & Ryan Garcia!!

    S3 E5: Speak On It

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 90:43


    Is there anything that can be done to save to the NFL Pro Bowl and NBA All-Star Game from the ridiculous lack of competitiveness on display now days? Does the concept of Load Management indirectly fuel the lack of competitive nature in sports now? The NFL Combine is upon us, and Pharaoh has a message for those criticizing former Buckeyes QB CJ Stroud as he prepares for the upcoming 23' NFL Draft. Also, the guys took some time to acknowledge the Los Angeles Lakers VP of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka's trade acquisitions that have the Lakers roster looking like a better fit going forward. The first big Boxing match of the year is on the way, as undefeated lightweights Tank Davis & Ryan Garcia will square off come April 22nd. But the majority of our attention was spent on the Eric Bieniemy situation, and why this former NFL running back & KC Chiefs Super Bowl winning offensive coordinator ended up taking the same position with the Washington Commanders recently. He's been the leading head coaching candidate every year since 2019, yet has not landed the head coaching gig. Also, we had Ice Cube's back as everyone agreed Billboard's recent ranking of him as the 18th greatest Hip-Hop artist of all-time was way too low!

    Season 3 Episode 4: "Ohio Love"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 65:19


    The owner/lead reporter of Front Office News JT Smith was our special guest this episode. We recapped the Kansas City Chiefs victory over the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII, and how the dust has settled in the NBA post trade deadline. Lakers VP of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka totally re-worked their roster, and we paid homage to Ohio's own LeBron James passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all-time leading scorer. Lastly we tapped into JT's insights and thoughts on the current progress of University of Cincinnati Men's Basketball head coach Wes Miller, and his quest to return the program to elite status. Also, we looked ahead to the changes Buckeyes Football head coach Ryan Day has made headed into spring practice.

    Season 3 Episode 3: Window Of Opportunity

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 56:16


    We recapped the Cincinnati Bengals 2022 season, which ended with a heartbreaking 23-20 loss in the AFC Championship against the Kansas City Chiefs. Plus talked about Pharaoh's correct prediction before the season started, being that the Philadelphia Eagles would win the NFC an d advance to the Super Bowl. Also with a rough past weekend for officials/referees across all sports, we posed the question whether it's time for professional sports leagues to start issuing fines and public reprimands for egregious blown/missed calls which alter games by officials? Don't miss our discussion on why it has become some commonplace in sports/music (hip-hop) in particular to disrespect legends, OG's, and GOAT's of the game/music industry in today's microwave society.

    Season 3 Episode 2: Playoff P feat Cincinnati Bengals Radio Network Host Wayne Box Miller

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 47:33


    Cincinnati Bengals Radio Network Host Wayne Box Miller joined us once again to recap the Bengals wildcard round playoff victory over the Baltimore Ravens. Don't miss our insights into what made the Bengals successful, and previewed what they must continue to do in order to get a win on the road against the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round matchup Sunday. We also asked Mr. Miller for his opinion on the criticism around Ravens QB Lamar Jackson sitting out last Sunday's game due to injury. Plus, Mr. Miller couldn't resist giving I Am Pharaoh the business about his Buckeyes losing to That Team Up North aka Michigan Wolverines for the second straight season this past November.

    Season 3 Episode 1: Peace Flygod

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2023 63:48


    Joined by special guest, our friend, educator/personal trainer & A Little About Alot Podcast co-host Will Johnson we discussed the aftermath of the unfortunate Monday Night Football situation when Bill safety Damar Hamlin collapsed going into cardiac arrest. Now that the young man is on the road to recovery, we looked at the AFC playoff picture and how the Cincinnati Bengals in particular fared following the NFL owners decision on how to proceed following this past Monday's suspended Bills/Bengals game. Also, we gave our opinions on whether it's even possible to make the game of football safer. Ahead of this coming Monday's College Football Playoff National Championship game between TCU & Georgia, we recapped the CFP Semi-Final games focusing in on the two Big Ten Conference teams who came up short (Ohio State Buckeyes & Michigan Wolverines). Plus, don't miss our top jams of all-time Hip-Hop/R&B that we'd to start dancing to no matter where we're located if played.

    Season 2 Episode 24: Be Thankful

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2022 73:54


    We discuss whether Saturday's contest is the most important edition "The Game" ever as the undefeated No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes take on the unbeaten No. 3 ranked Michigan Wolverines. Why Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is the frontrunner for NFL MVP, and why no one should sleep on the defending AFC Champion Cincinnati Bengals. Plus we dig into why Larsa Pippen the estranged wife of former Bulls Legend Scottie Pippen, is OUT OF POCKET for hanging out with/dating former teammate Michael Jordan's son Marcus Jordan. Sticking with basketball we also talked about whether Kyrie Irving is being treated fairly in the fallout of his latest controversy, and if Father Time has really caught LeBron James. Don't miss more of our favorite moments from the iconic Fresh Prince of Bel-Air too!!

    Season 2 Episode 23: Lemonade

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 57:16


    When life serves you lemons, you better learn how to turn it into lemonade. We'll talk college football and this weekend's Southeastern Conference Eastern Division showdown between the unbeaten Tennessee Football Vols and Georgia Football Bulldogs. Ohio State Football & Michigan Football appear to be on a collision course to face off undefeated in Columbus come that last Saturday in November. NFL wise are the Bengals in trouble without Uno, and is the NFC East the best division in the NFL currently? I Am Pharaoh speaks on the Los Angeles Lakers 1-5 start to the season. Also, in a tip of the cap to 90's pop culture we each reflect on our all-time favorite moment/episode from 90s sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. All that and more on S2 E23: "Lemonade"

    Season 2 Episode 22: Keep It Pushin

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 64:21


    Has Rocky Top aka Tennessee Vols Football returned back to elite status after their victory over Roll Tide last Saturday? Deontay Wilder's right hand is still DANGEROUS!! The Cincinnati Bengals are back at .500 (3-3), while the Philadelphia Eagles remain undefeated. Has Draymond Green worn out his welcome in the Bay Area with the Warriors? Who's your all-time favorite NBA duo NOT named Jordan & Pippen or Shaq & Kobe? Verzuz battle between So So Def Recordings (Jermaine Dupri) & Bad Boy Records (Puff Daddy aka Diddy) and much more discussed this episode.

    S2 E21: "Primetime"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 59:26


    Will the Cincinnati Bengals even their record at 2-2 vs the Dolphins tomorrow on TNF in their first game debuting the white tiger striped helmet? Are the Eagles the team to beat in the NFC? Do we have a potential QB controversy brewing in Big D' before Dak Prescott returns from injury? Who's your Heisman Trophy favorite so far in college football (CJ Stroud, Bryce Young, Caleb Williams?) Media days in the NBA took place this week, as we preview some of the storylines heading into the upcoming season. Plus, who is the better hire all-time for University of Cincinnati Athletics: Bob Huggins or Luke Fickell? Plus much more will be discussed during S2 E21: "Primetime"

    Season 2 Episode 20: "Dub"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2022 53:50


    Wth happen with Joe Burrow on Sunday? Super Bowl hangovers for Rams & Bengals? Is it over in Big "D" already for America's team without Dak? Did your favorite college football team survive the upset bug last weekend? Anyone see Le'Veon Bell knock out Adrian Peterson? Is the all Great Britain Heavyweight Title fight between Anthony Joshua & Tyson Fury next up? Surprised Davante Adams finished with more receiving yards in week 1 than the entire Green Bay Packers WR core? You're hating on Rams CB Jalen Ramsey, but can you name 5 NFL CB's better than him? That and more is discussed during S2 E20: "Dub"

    Season 2 Episode 19: Top Of The List

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2022 59:36


    We dove right into previewing week 1 of the 2022 college football season, and debated the NFL Top 100 List. Specifically why is Cooper Kupp ranked ahead of Davante Adams? Boxing was a hot topic also as we discussed Lineal & WBC Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury informing the WBC he is NOT retiring, what's holding up the contracts being signed for the much anticipated undisputed Welterweight Title fight between Errol Spence Jr & Terence "Bud" Crawford, and ESPN's latest Pound 4 Pound list which did NOT include Tank Davis or the Charlo twins in it's top ten. Plus, NBA news as the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Patrick Beverley via trade from the Utah Jazz, and why you better appreciate the greatness of LeBron James while he's still playing. Lastly on the music tip we all selected one Hip-Hop or R&B group which is NOT currently active, that we'd like to hear one more album from.

    Season 2 Episode 18: School's In Session

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2022 46:07


    During this episode we reflect winning/losing as it applies to both sports and life in general. Also speak on this Saturday's upcoming unified Heavyweight Title boxing rematch between Oleksandr Usyk & Anthony Joshua, plus give our thoughts and well wishes to former world champion & Cincinnati native Adrien Broner who pulled out of his scheduled comeback fight for mental health concerns. College football is back and we discussed the pre-season Associated Press rankings released earlier this week, which ranked The Ohio State University Buckeyes No. 2 to begin the season. Not to mention the Big Ten Conference's new $7 billion media rights deal finalized with NBC, CBS, Fox Sports, and Peacock beginning in 2023. Lastly, on the music tip the guys revealed who our top 3 favorite hip-hop record labels of all-time are and more.

    Season 2 Episode 17: "Football Is Back," feat Bengals Radio Network Host Wayne Box Miller

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2022 38:52


    We are joined by Cincinnati Bengals Radio Network pre-game, half-time, and post game host Wayne Box Miller this episode. Tap in as we preview the start to the upcoming 2022 NFL season. More specifically Mr. Miller offers insight into what he's seen from the defending AFC Champion Cincinnati Bengals so far during training camp. Plus we speak on the relative lack of respect the Bengals still seem to be facing by national media/pundits around the country, and which new players may step up and have a big impact this season. Also don't miss our top storylines for the Bengals headed into the 22' season, our predictions for the Bengals regular season record, and Mr. Miller offers up his opinion what makes Bengals QB Joe Burrow so special.

    Season 2 Episode 16: Alot

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 56:14


    We covered alot this episode starting with latest in college athletics, as another huge conference realignment move took place when USC and UCLA left the Pac 12 joining the Big Ten Conference. Is it good or bad for the current landscape/direction of college sports? Plus we talked NBA, and the current buzz around superstars Kyrie Irving & Kevin Durant both potentially being traded by the Brooklyn Nets this offseason. Also, in NFL news everyone picked one sleeper team from both the AFC & NFC to make noise during the upcoming 2022 season. Music wise I Am Pharaoh, Nate & Big Jon each chose which singer's voice we'd love to be able to emulate if possible. Another debate ensued later when trying decide who's the best dancer between Michael Jackson, Chris Brown, and Usher Raymond.

    Season 2 Episode 15: The DerMarr Johnson Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2022 52:28


    We caught up with the former Cincinnati Bearcats Basketball Legend & current Director of Player of Development for the University of Cincinnati Men's Basketball program, former NBA & Big 3 League veteran DerMarr Johnson this episode. DerMarr gave his take on the 2022 NBA Finals, and from his personal experience which player was the toughest to defend on the court between Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James. We also discussed his time at UC as a player where he was named the 2000 Conference USA Freshman Of The Year, before entering the 2000 NBA Draft and being selected 6th overall by the Atlanta Hawks. Additionally DerMarr gave us some insight on his current position as Director of Player Development at UC, and which players have stood out so far during summer workouts. With football season on the horizon, we even engaged in some college and pro football talk with Brotha DJ and what he expects from his beloved NY Giants this year. Plus, tune in and find out who some of DerMarr's favorite hip-hop and r&b artists are he used to listen to before basketball games to get him prepared to play & more.

    Season 2 Episode 14: Summer Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 57:10


    The Factual Opinions Podcast crew takes time out from the sports talk, to address the recent increase in gun violence and mass shootings around the country. We also discussed Darvin Ham being named as the 28th head coach in Los Angeles Lakers franchise history, and gave our analysis on the NBA Finals so far. We talked a little NFL action, and how the NFL pundits still seem to not be ready to give any respect to the defending AFC Champion Cincinnati Bengals headed into the 2022 NFL season. Boxing was on deck as we recapped the Tank Davis and Devin Haney fights over the past few weeks, plus still ready for the actual contracts to be signed for the much anticipated undisputed welterweight title fight between Errol Spence Jr & Terence "Bud" Crawford. Lastly on the music tip don't miss our starting five picks in hip-hop all time for a lyrical battle/diss track creation in the booth!

    Season 2 Episode 13: Family Ties feat special guest Young Yo'da

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 45:40


    Cincinnati based hip-hop artist/mogul and relative of I Am Pharaoh, Young Yo'da stops through to discuss his career in music, sports, and life lessons he's learned on the way to maturing more in adulthood.

    Season 2 Episode 12: Griselda Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 61:55


    We went hard at Brooklyn Nets Superstar Kevin Durant for taking his frustrations out on the fans, and members of the media like Sir Charles Barkley. Plus we debated whether when constructing a team is it more important to have superstars, or pieces that simply fit together and can play alongside one another? All three of us had different grades for the Cincinnati Bengals 2022 NFL Draft class, and is it possible the New York Jets had the best draft of any team in the NFL? Pharaoh, Big Jon, and Nate also each gave their own definition of what they consider a "bandwagon' sports fan to be. Musically we ruffled some feathers by providing our own NOT Top 5 lists of Hip-Hop artists, who like them musically or not would never make our personal top 5 lists. Also, bonus topic if you could choose between Love or Fortune which would you select?

    Season 2 Episode 11: The Show Must Go On

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 57:54


    The crew recapped unified welterweight boxing champion Errol Spence Jr's victory over Yordenis Ugas this past weekend, and set the table for why his next bout should be an undisputed title fight against current undefeated WBO welterweight champ Terence "Bud" Crawford. Plus we previewed this Saturday's bout between lineal and WBC heavyweight champ Tyson Fury and fellow UK countryman Dillian Whyte. Also we gave our thoughts on the 2020 Ohio Mr. Football award winner Cincy's own former Roger Bacon HS running back Corey Kiner leaving LSU after one season, and transferring home to the University of Cincinnati earlier this week. Revisited Pharaoh and Big Jon's trip to The Ohio State University last Saturday to attend the Spring Game. Of course NBA playoffs talk was on the agenda, and we each ranked our top four AFC quarterbacks entering the 2022 NFL season.

    Season 2 Episode 10: Feelin' Chippy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2022 50:07


    During this episode we finally gave our takes on the Will Smith/Chris Rock incident at the Oscar's. Also directly address former Miami Dolphins linebacker & current host of the Pivot Podcast Channing Crowder's reasoning for calling Broncos QB Russell Wilson a "Square." Recapped the men's college hoops national title game from Monday evening, and gave a special congrats to former University of Cincinnati men's basketball head coach Bob Huggins for his being selected as an inductee into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class of 2022. Plus more...

    Season 2 Episode 9: Spring Forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 56:45


    We're joined by Life In The Jungle Podcast co-host Coach Kam, as we discuss the start to NFL free agency. The Cincinnati Bengals upgraded offensive line, the rest of the AFC trying to keep pace, along with some NBA & March Madness action. Musically we talked about some of our favorite albums released so far in 2022.

    Season 2 Episode 8: The Yancy Gates Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 61:09


    We caught up with Cincinnati Public Schools & University of Cincinnati Bearcats Basketball Legend Yancy Gates, for some fun recapping his individual basketball career/time at UC. Also discussed his opinions on the game of basketball and how its continued to evolve, his time playing professionally overseas/internationally, and in honor of March being Women's History Month we each disclosed who our all-time favorite women's basketball players are.

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    Season 2 Episode 7: Full House

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 75:40


    The crew recaps the Cincinnati Bengals heartbreaking 23-20 loss in Super Bowl LVI against the Rams, and previews some of the Bengals suspected offseason moves ahead of the 2022 NFL season. Plus we breakdown the Pro Bowl and NBA All-Star weekend 2022, what will it take to bring the same kind of competitive spirit back to these all-star games which used to exist? Musically we discuss our reactions the Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show, Snoop Dogg acquiring ownership of Death Row Records, and who would win a Verzuz battle between the legendary hip-hop producers/moguls Dr. Dre and Puff Daddy?

    Season 2 Episode 6: Cincy vs Everybody

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 55:35


    Don't miss out on us previewing the Cincinnati Bengals matchup against the LA Rams in Super Bowl LVI. Also, we'll touch on the Brian Flores lawsuit vs the NFL and the ongoing diversity discussion within the NFL. Pharaoh, Big Jon, and Nate also each gave their Top 5 historical sports moments of all-time we'd change if we could. Musically we're discussing the upcoming Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show, and our top three albums we can play without skipping a track.

    Season 2 Episode 5: The Tony Bobbitt Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 114:42


    University of Cincinnati men's basketball legend and former NBA player Tony Bobbitt joins the show as a special guest this episode. Tony Bobbitt gives a raw /unfiltered version of his basketball journey from Mainland HS in Daytona Beach, FL as the 1998-99 Florida HS 5A State Player of the Year, to his juco experience, becoming a star at the University of Cincinnati, his time in the NBA with the Los Angeles Lakers and much more!!

    Season 2 Episode 4: 2022 Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 71:54


    The crew welcomes in the new year by discussing the college football bowl games, and providing a recap for both the Cincinnati Bearcats & Ohio State Buckeyes post-season results. We also take time to acknowledge the newly crowned 2021-22 season AFC North Division Champion Cincinnati Bengals. Plus, we delivered a special congrats to former Bengals offensive tackle Willie Anderson, who was named 1 of 15 finalists for possible selection into the class of 2022 Pro Football Hall of Fame. Why it's officially time to panic in LA for Lakers Fans, and yes we offered up our initial thoughts on the latest Antonio Brown situation in Tampa. Musically the crew was split on who/if anyone could truly stand a chance against Jay-Z in Verzuz Battle!!

    Who's The G.O.A.T.? Part 1: Season 2 Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2021 68:48


    S2 E3: "Who's The G.O.A.T.? Don't miss who Pharaoh, Nate, and Big Jon have on their personal Greatest Of All-Time lists in sports and music. Plus we discuss the Jacksonville Jaguars firing of former head coach Urban Meyer, and his legacy going forward. Also converse on the potential re-emergence of HBCUs being able to attract top tier talent to come play college football at their schools again.

    Nitty Gritty: Season 2 Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2021 73:15


    I Am Pharaoh, Big Jon, and Nate are joined by Curt as we discuss the final College Football Playoff rankings released this past Sunday. Also we dive into the ever-changing coaching carousel in college football, salute former Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Tackle Willie Anderson for being selected as a semi-finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2022, the MLB's current lockout, and whether or not the Golden State Warriors are the team to beat in the NBA so far this season. On the music side we recapped last week's Verzuz battle between Bone Thugs N Harmony vs Three Six Mafia.

    The Relaunch: Season 2 Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 68:48


    The Factual Opinions Podcast crew discusses the hip-hop tragedy of Memphis rapper Young Dolph's murder last week, our favorite album release of 2021, favorite new artists, and the Dec 2nd Verzuz battle between 3-6 Mafia & Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. On the sports tip we recap last Saturday's Welterweight Title boxing match between Terrence "Bud" Crawford & "Showtime" Shawn Porter. The Los Angeles Lakers slow start this early NBA season, and dive into the current College Football Playoff Rankings.

    Episode 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2018 66:59


    Tune in as the crew discusses the latest in sports and music.

    Nicki Minaj and the GARBAGE Quarterbacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2018 61:45


    Kick it with the crew as we pay RESPECT to the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, discuss all the Nicki Minaj drama, and talk about everything going on with the NFL. Tune in and enjoy!

    Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2018 64:52


    Tune in as Curt and Pharaoh give their takes on the latest in hip hop and sports news.

    Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2018 100:14


    In this episode, we sit down to discuss the most recent rap albums to drop so far this summer. We discuss Drake, Kanye, The Carters and much more. Then we transition and discuss the latest in the NBA, Terrell Owens, and the latest tweets made by yals President.

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