Hoop Dreams The Podcast is hosted by Arthur Agee and Will Gates, the stars of the original Hoop Dreams Documentary released in 1994. The hosts reflect on their journey since the release of their critically acclaimed film and how it affected them and their families. They take us behind the scenes to explore how the business of basketball has evolved over the years through interviews with past, present and current players, coaches and sports executives. From the high school and college recruiting process, to the draft night experience to the current NCAA controversies and the birth of the Overtime Elite League. The hosts discuss the social inequalities young players face and the pressures from the agents and brands that chase them. This is an exploration into the system of basketball and the lives and work ethic of the young players chasing their own life long Hoop Dreams.
This week on the show we have Washington D.C. native and one of the most sought after NBA shooting coaches, Mr. Chris Matthews aka “Lethal Shooter”. The St. Bonnie's alumni and former pro ball player stops by to chop it up with Agee & Gates about his Hoop Dreams origin story. Chris takes us back to his early days in DC and talks about the obstacles he overcame and some of the coaches and mentors that helped keep him off the streets and pushed him to keep pursuing his basketball career. Since his successful international career including stops in Canada, Russia and China, Chris has built up a stellar roster of NBA and WNBA clients such as Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis and Dwight Howard and his current group of core clients; Domantas Sabonis, Bobby Portis and Grayson Allen and a long list of celebrities including Drake, Future, Polo G and many more. The guys also talk about how he got his own Jordan shoe, his Red Bull sponsorship which will be taking him to Japan this June to shoot against the Toyota Robot and his past trip to Egypt where he became the first person to shoot in front of the pyramids. Don't miss this inspiring interview with a guy who will help you Stay Locked In on Your Greatness. Tune in and Subscribe now to Hoop Dreams on all your podcast platforms. Hosted by William Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarCreated and Written by Matt Hoffar, William Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
Ep.74 On this weeks episode of the Hoop Dreams Podcast we have a classic underdog origin story, or as our guest calls it an "unconventional" origin story. He's a Baton Rouge, Louisiana native, a St. Joseph's alumni, an NBA guard and now a sneaker entrepreneur, Mr. Langston Galloway drops by to chop it up with hosts Will Gates and Arthur Agee. The guys go back to the beginning and talk about his early days at Christian Life Academy in Baton Rouge to his time at St. Joseph's under coach Phil Martelli and then his grit and determination that got him into the league after going undrafted in 2014. Langston gives us a second origin story on Ethics Brand, he and his wife Sabrina's newest venture in the clothing and sneaker business. He talks about where the idea came from, what the brand stands for and the path they have taken launching their first two versions of the sneaker. For anyone out there hustling and grinding through the entrepreneurship life you won't want to miss this story as you will be inspired and will definitely learn a thing or two. Tune in and Subscribe now to Hoop Dreams on all your podcast platforms. Hosted by William Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarCreated and Written by Matt Hoffar, William Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
Ep.73 Part 2 with Ruston, Louisiana native and Arkansas Razorback legend, Scotty Thurman. Will Gates and Arthur Agee continue their conversation with Scotty on Hoop Dreams The Podcast. Scotty hit the game winning three pointer as part of the NCAA Championship team that knocked off Grant Hill and the Duke Blue Devils in the 1994 NCAA Finals. Corliss Williamson and Scotty Thurman were a hard duo to contain under Coach Nolan Richardsons guidance as the Hogs went 16 - 0 at home that season. Scotty went on to play 10 years of pro basketball overseas before going on to work and coach at his alma matter. Scotty now coaches the Senior Boys team at Parkview High School. If you are a basketball fan, especially a college basketball fan, you are going to enjoy this episode. Listen & Subscribe now to Hoop Dreams on all your podcast platforms.Hosted by William Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarCreated and Written by Matt Hoffar, William Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
Ep.72 On this week's episode Ruston, Louisiana native and Arkansas Razorback legend, Scotty Thurman, joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on Hoop Dreams The Podcast for Part 1 of their conversation. Scotty hit the game winning three pointer as part of the NCAA Championship team that knocked off Grant Hill and the Duke Blue Devils in the 1994 NCAA Finals. Corliss Williamson and Scotty Thurman were a hard duo to contain under Coach Nolan Richardsons guidance as the Hogs went 16 - 0 at home that season. Scotty went on to play 10 years of pro basketball overseas before going on to work and coach at his alma matter. Scotty now coaches the Senior Boys team at Parkview High School. If you are a basketball fan, especially a college basketball fan, you are going to enjoy this episode.Listen & Subscribe now to Hoop Dreams on all your podcast platforms.Hosted by William Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarCreated and Written by Matt Hoffar, William Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
EP.71 Part 2 with California native, UCLA Alumni and one of the purest NBA shooting guards the league has seen, Tracy Murray. Tracy continues his conversation with hosts Will Gates and Arthur Agee on the Hoop Dreams Podcast. Tracy was a McDonald's All-American averaging an incredible 44 points a game in his senior season of high school ball catching the eye of numerous Division 1 schools, eventually settling on the UCLA Bruins where he went on to become a 2x All Pac-10 Player of the Year. Tracy was drafted 18th overall in the 1992 NBA draft and went on to play 12 seasons in the league winning an NBA Championship with the 1995 Houston Rockets. Over the course of his career Tracy played with some of the greats including Shaq, Hakeem Olajuwon, Kobe, Chris Webber and Juwan Howard just to name a few. Tracy shares some classic NBA stories and gives young players some great insights as to what it takes to make it in the league. So tune in and enjoy some lessons from a legend. An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com#hoopdreams #nbapodcast #sportstalk #sportspodcast #nbatalk #lifelessons
On Part 2 Marquette Golden Eagle alumni and former NBA point guard with the Milwaukee Bucks and Sacramento Kings, Dr. Lloyd Walton, continues his conversation with Will Gates and Arthur Agee on the Hoop Dreams Podcast. Lloyd grew up in Chicago and attended Mount Carmel High School where he was named a Parade All-American before going on to Marquette where he played for legendary coach Al McGuire. After playing 5 years in the NBA Lloyd went on to be an assistant coach and scout at the collegiate and pro level. He has worked in the non-profit sector for The James Jordan Boys & Girls Club & Family Life Center and the Washington Park YMCA in Chicago. Lloyd is currently senior career counsellor for the National Basketball Players Association and runs Life Long Winner a consulting company designed to help athlete's with transition planning and life coaching. Listen and Subscribe to Agee & Gates on Apple, Spotify and YouTube. An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
Part 2 with Antonio Harvey. The former NBA Power Forward, NBA Analyst and currently a successful Cannabis Entrepreneur, Mr. Antonio Harvey continues his conversation with Will Gates and Arthur Agee on the Hoop Dreams Podcast. Antonio is a Mississippi native who played college ball at Southern Illinois, Georgia and Pfeiffer before going on to play 10 years in the NBA and 4 seasons overseas. He played with the Lakers, Grizzlies, Blazers, Clippers, Sonics and the Hawks before going on to an 11 year run as an analyst with the Portland Trail Blazers. He became one of the early pioneers in the legal side of the cannabis business industry in Oregon, starting multiple companies which he eventually merged into Legends Food & Beverage. Antonio talks about his battle with Shaq in college, his famous block on Michael Jordan while with the Vancouver Grizzlies and all the lessons he learned playing alongside some of the greats like Gary Payton, Rasheed Wallace, James Worthy, Shawn Kemp and many others. Antonio talks about how he and his wife took a big risk starting their cannabis business and all the ups and downs during the process and sprinkles in some nuggets of advice and life lessons along the way. If you are a fan of basketball history then don't miss this episode. An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
Ep.68 Solepack Founder Mike Sala and Director of NIL & Athletic Partnerships for Solepack, Willard Randolph Brown III, join Will Gates and Arthur Agee on the Hoop Dreams Podcast to talk about the Solepack origin story and their new NIL initiative Bucket Society. Mike checks in from his hometown of New York and Willard from his stomping grounds of Memphis, Tennessee. Solepack is a designer of unique carry bags built specifically for your basketball shoes. It is the shoe transport backpack for playground ballers and gym rats everywhere. Created to protect your sneakers, keep your gear clean and make your journey to and from the court more stylish and more comfortable. Founded by Mike Sala, a physical therapist and avid ballplayer, who was always carrying his sneakers around in a plastic bag, he felt there had to be a better way and then the idea hit him on the train one day, and the rest is history. You've seen them in The NBA Store, SLAM Magazine, Men's Health, Complex and many other publications and with collaborations in place with NBALAB, NBA All-Star, College and Pro Players, Mike and Willard are set to ride the wave of excitement they've been creating. For any designer, accessory or fashion entrepreneur out there trying to get their idea seen and their product into the market this episode is full of lessons and insight on how Mike has done it so far, some of the pitfalls and how he has navigated the entrpreneurship journey. Listen and learn as Mike and Will share their Hoop Dream journey and give us a little taste of what's next for the company. An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
This week on the podcast, Part 2 with renowned Photographer Mr. Kevin Couliau, a native of Nantes, France and a true fan of the game of basketball and the culture surrounding it. Kevin continues his conversation with Will Gates and Arthur Agee and shares more of his Hoop Dreams journey. Kevin has been chronicling the sport of basketball through his lens for over 20 years all across the world, from Japan to the Philippines to Africa and beyond. He has shot for big name clients such as Nike, SLAM, Henessy, the NBA and many others. On top of that he is an award winning filmmaker known for his documentary “Doin' It In The Park” which was done in collaboration with New York legend Bobbito Garcia which tells the story of New York's historic pick-up basketball culture. If you are a fan of the sport of basketball then do not miss this episode as Kevin shares a truly unique origin story.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten and Created by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
Ep. 66. This week on the Hoop Dreams Podcast, the man with many talents, from DJ, to Radio Host, to Filmmaker, Producer, Author, Sneaker guru and playground basketball legend, he goes by many names, DJ Cucumber Slice, Kool Bob Love and of course Bobbito, Mr. Bobbito Garcia joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee to share his incredible origin story and talk about his new book "Aim High Little Giants, Aim High". Bobbito takes us back to his humble beginnings on the asphalt courts of New York and explains how his deep love for the game of basketball has taken him on any a journey around the world and has opened numerous doors for him. From playing pro ball in Puerto Rico, to his pivotal role as a DJ launching early Hip Hop acts in the 90's, to his passion for sneaker culture and to a career as a filmmaker and author. Sit back, listen and learn as Bobbito drops knowledge on everything from early New York street ball legends, to his relationship with the Rocksteady Crew, to putting the spotlight on unsigned Hip Hop acts that appeared with him and Stretch Armstrong on their radio show before going on to fame and how he got into documentary filmmaking. His passion and energy are infectious. The episode is available now on all your podcast platforms.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten and Created by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
This week on the podcast renowned Photographer Mr. Kevin Couliau, a native of Nantes, France and a true fan of the game of basketball and the culture surrounding it joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee to share his Hoop Dreams journey. Kevin has been chronicling the sport of basketball through his lens for over 20 years all across the world, from Japan to the Philippines to Africa and beyond. He has shot for big name clients such as Nike, SLAM, Henessy, the NBA and many others. On top of that he is an award winning filmmaker known for his documentary “Doin' It In The Park” which was done in collaboration with New York legend Bobbito Garcia which tells the story of New York's historic pick-up basketball culture. If you are a fan of the sport of basketball then do not miss this episode as Kevin shares a truly unique origin story. An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
This week Marquette Golden Eagle alumni and former NBA point guard with the Milwaukee Bucks and Sacramento Kings, Dr. Lloyd Walton, joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on the Hoop Dreams Podcast. Lloyd grew up in Chicago and attended Mount Carmel High School where he was named a Parade All-American before going on to Marquette where he played for legendary coach Al McGuire. After playing 5 years in the NBA Lloyd went on to be an assistant coach and scout at the collegiate and pro level. He has worked in the non-profit sector for The James Jordan Boys & Girls Club & Family Life Center and the Washington Park YMCA in Chicago. Lloyd is currently senior career counsellor for the National Basketball Players Association and runs Life Long Winner a consulting company designed to help athlete's with transition planning and life coaching. Listen and Subscribe to Agee & Gates on Apple, Spotify and YouTube.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
Former NBA Power Forward, NBA Analyst and currently a successful Cannabis Entrepreneur, Mr. Antonio Harvey joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee to talk about his origin story and Hoop Dreams journey. Antonio is a Mississippi native who played college ball at Southern Illinois, Georgia and Pfeiffer before going on to play 10 years in the NBA and 4 seasons overseas. He played with the Lakers, Grizzlies, Blazers, Clippers, Sonics and the Hawks before going on to an 11 year run as an analyst with the Portland Trail Blazers. He became one of the early pioneers in the legal side of the cannabis business industry in Oregon, starting multiple companies which he eventually merged into Legends Food & Beverage. On this episode Antonio talk about his battle with Shaq in college, his famous block on Michael Jordan while with the Vancouver Grizzlies and all the lessons he learned playing alongside some of the greats like Gary Payton, Rasheed Wallace, James Worthy, Shawn Kemp and many others. Antonio talks about how he and his wife took a big risk starting their cannabis business and all the ups and downs during the process and sprinkles in some nuggets of advice and life lessons along the way. If you are a fan of basketball history then don't miss this episode. An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
On our second Director's Cut, hailing from the Southside of Chicago, Writer and Director Daniel Willis joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee to share his Hoop Dreams origin story. His short films and television projects have screened at festivals including Urbanworld Film Festival, The Global Impact Film Festival, The LA Film Festival, The Chicago International Television Festival and many others. Daniel's latest short film, Wednesday, was a finalist in the HBO Short Film Competition and was licensed by HBO. Daniel's TV directing credits include, Freeform/Hulu's Cruel Summer, ABC's The Rookie and Grey's Anatomy, NBC's The Blacklist, Chicago Fire and Chicago Med and Big Shot on Disney+. On the writing front, Daniel recently served as Writer/Producer for the Lena Waithe produced comedy series: Twenties. Sit back and enjoy Daniel's journey as he drops a few gems for any up and coming aspiring filmmakers. Listen & Subscribe now on all your podcast platforms.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
This week on Agee & Gates we have a crazy Hoop Dreams journey with the grandson of the man who Rucker Park was named after and who is the founder of the clothing brand, The Rucker Brand. Mr. Chris Rucker joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on the show to give us his origin story and to share some history on one of the most famous street ball courts in the world, Rucker Park in New York.Chris goes way back and shares his grandfather Holcombe Rucker's origin story and his contributions to basketball which led to Rucker Park adopting his name. Chris also talks about his business partner in The Rucker Brand, Dexter Gordon, and how they came together to build Rucker Brand and some of the plans they have for the future. The guys get into the famous names who have played, coached and been to Rucker Park and what the park means to basketball fans worldwide. Don't miss this episode if you are a true basketball fan because if you don't know about Rucker Park then you better read up. Listen & Subscribe now on all your podcasts platforms.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
EP.61 Ohio native, Louisville Cardinal Alumni, former Professional Football player and currently a Speaker, Actor and Director, Mr. T.C. Stallings sits down with Will Gates and Arthur Agee to chop it up about his Hoop Dreams origin story. TC was born and raised in Cleveland's inner-city and started playing football at a young age. He went on to play college ball at Louisville where he is known for a famous touchdown which is featured in his new documentary called "24 Counter: The Story Behind The Run". He got his first break in TV winning Season 2 of a reality show called Animal Planet's King of The Jungle which led to an opportunity as a fitness model for Russel Athletic. He has gone on to star in multiple movies, including Courageous, War Room, God's Compass and Unbridled among others as well as appearing in multiple TV commercials. TC is also a licensed minister and spokesperson and brand ambassador for technology company ClearPlay, which helps to provide clean family entertainment. Don't miss another great episode of Agee and Gates on the Unlearning Network.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
EP.60 California native, UCLA Alumni and one of the purest NBA shooting guards the league has seen, Tracy Murray joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on the Hoop Dreams Podcast. Tracy was a McDonald's All-American averaging an incredible 44 points a game in his senior season of high school ball catching the eye of numerous Division 1 schools, eventually settling on the UCLA Bruins where he went on to become a 2x All Pac-10 Player of the Year. Tracy was drafted 18th overall in the 1992 NBA draft and went on to play 12 seasons in the league winning an NBA Championship with the 1995 Houston Rockets. Over the course of his career Tracy played with some of the greats including Shaw, Hakeem Olajuwon, Kobe, Chris Webber and Juwan Howard just to name a few. Tracy shares some classic NBA stories and gives young players some great insights as to what it takes to make it in the league. So tune in and enjoy some lessons from a legend. An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
EP.59 Wisconsin native and former NBA great, Jim Chones, joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on the Hoop Dreams Podcast. Jim was an All-American ball player at Marquette University where he wore number 22 (one of the reasons Will Gates chose to wear number 22 at the same school). Jim was only the second player ever to leave college early to go pro when he joined the New York Nets of the ABA, in 1972, where he went on to be a member of the ABA All-Rookie Team. In 1975 he joined the Cleveland Cavaliers of the NBA where he played 5 seasons before winning a championship with the LA Lakers in 1980. Jim is portrayed by actor Newton Mayenge in Adam McKay's Winning Time on HBO. Jim takes us back to his childhood where he grew up in a tough neighbourhood with a volatile home life and discusses the lessons he learned through the good and bad experiences of dealing with his father. After retiring from the NBA Jim has spent many years as part of the Cleveland Cavaliers broadcast team. Jim has raised 5 children who were all NCAA athletes and his kids are still involved in basketball to this day. His daughter Kaayla played for the Washington Mystics of the WNBA and his daughter Kareeda works for the Milwaukee Bucks. Sit back and listen to a piece of basketball history on this weeks episode. Listen & Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and all your podcast platforms.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
Ep.57 Part 2: Virginia native, U Mass Alumni, former NBA Power Forward and 2005 NBA Champion, Tony Massenburg drops by the Hoop Dreams Podcast to share both some legendary stories and important life lessons with hosts Will Gates and Arthur Agee. Tony grew up in Sussex County Virginia where he starred at Sussex Central before playing 4 years at the University of Maryland Terrapins where he averaged 18 points and 10 rebounds in his Senior Season. After being drafted by the San Antonio Spurs in the second round of the 1990 NBA Draft Tony went on to play 13 seasons in the league with 12 different NBA teams, including both Canadian expansion teams. After retiring from the NBA Massenburg and fellow Maryland alum Walt Williams co-authored a book entitled “Lessons from Lenny: The Journey Beyond a Shooting Star.” In the book, Massenburg describes what U Mass legend, Len Bias, meant to him in life and even in death. Tony crossed paths with his idol in 1885/86 while Tony was being recruited by U Mass and just before Len was drafted by the Boston Celtics in the 1986 Draft. Don't miss Part 1 with Tony Massenburg as there are too many lessons to count and too many stories, about all the NBA greats he played with over the years, crammed into this episode to miss. Watch, Listen and Subscribe now to Hoop Dreams The Podcast on all your podcast platforms.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
Ep.57 Part 1: Virginia native, U Mass Alumni, former NBA Power Forward and 2005 NBA Champion, Tony Massenburg drops by the Hoop Dreams Podcast to share both some legendary stories and important life lessons with hosts Will Gates and Arthur Agee. Tony grew up in Sussex County Virginia where he starred at Sussex Central before playing 4 years at the University of Maryland Terrapins where he averaged 18 points and 10 rebounds in his Senior Season. After being drafted by the San Antonio Spurs in the second round of the 1990 NBA Draft Tony went on to play 13 seasons in the league with 12 different NBA teams, including both Canadian expansion teams. After retiring from the NBA Massenburg and fellow Maryland alum Walt Williams co-authored a book entitled “Lessons from Lenny: The Journey Beyond a Shooting Star.” In the book, Massenburg describes what U Mass legend, Len Bias, meant to him in life and even in death. Tony crossed paths with his idol in 1885/86 while Tony was being recruited by U Mass and just before Len was drafted by the Boston Celtics in the 1986 Draft. Don't miss Part 1 with Tony Massenburg as there are too many lessons to count and too many stories, about all the NBA greats he played with over the years, crammed into this episode to miss. Watch, Listen and Subscribe now to Hoop Dreams The Podcast on all your podcast platforms.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
This we week we have former NBA Center Ike Austin on the Hoop Dreams Podcast. The big man hailing from Gridley California sits down with Will Gates and Arthur Agee to talk about his origin story. He takes us through his basketball journey from his High School days at Las Plumas, to playing Ju Co at Reedley and eventually becoming a standout at Arizona State. Ike was part of the 1991 NBA Drat Class and went on to play 9 seasons in the league where he won the 1997 Most Improved Player award while having a big season with the Miami Heat. He talks about the wisdom Karl Malone passed on to him while with the Utah Jazz, his experiences with Pat Riley and his time playing with the expansion Vancouver Grizzlies. Since retiring from pro basketball in 2004, after finishing up with a couple seasons overseas, Ike has Coached and owned an ABA team and invested in real estate and tech businesses. There's a lot of life lessons to unpack in this interview so we split it over 2 parts. So sit back, get your notepaper and a pen out and listen close. An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
This we week we have former NBA Center Ike Austin on the Hoop Dreams Podcast. The big man hailing from Gridley California sits down with Will Gates and Arthur Agee to talk about his origin story. He takes us through his basketball journey from his High School days at Las Plumas, to playing Ju Co at Reedley and eventually becoming a standout at Arizona State. Ike was part of the 1991 NBA Drat Class and went on to play 9 seasons in the league where he won the 1997 Most Improved Player award while having a big season with the Miami Heat. He talks about the wisdom Karl Malone passed on to him while with the Utah Jazz, his experiences with Pat Riley and his time playing with the expansion Vancouver Grizzlies. Since retiring from pro basketball in 2004, after finishing up with a couple seasons overseas, Ike has Coached and owned an ABA team and invested in real estate and tech businesses. There's a lot of life lessons to unpack in this interview so we split it over 2 parts. So sit back, get your notepaper and a pen out and listen close. An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
EP.54 Wisconsin native and former NBA great, Jim Chones, joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on the Hoop Dreams Podcast. Jim was an All-American ball player at Marquette University where he wore number 22 (one of the reasons Will Gates chose to wear number 22 at the same school). Jim was only the second player ever to leave college early to go pro when he joined the New York Nets of the ABA, in 1972, where he went on to be a member of the ABA All-Rookie Team. In 1975 he joined the Cleveland Cavaliers of the NBA where he played 5 seasons before winning a championship with the LA Lakers in 1980. Jim is portrayed by actor Newton Mayenge in Adam McKay's Winning Time on HBO. Jim takes us back to his childhood where he grew up in a tough neighbourhood with a volatile home life and discusses the lessons he learned through the good and bad experiences of dealing with his father. After retiring from the NBA Jim has spent many years as part of the Cleveland Cavaliers broadcast team. Jim has raised 5 children who were all NCAA athletes and his kids are still involved in basketball to this day. His daughter Kaayla played for the Washington Mystics of the WNBA and his daughter Kareeda works for the Milwaukee Bucks. Sit back and listen to a piece of basketball history on this weeks episode. Listen & Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and all your podcast platforms.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com
He was the 2nd overall pick in the 1981 NBA Draft, a 12 time NBA All-Star, a 2 x NBA Champ with the Detroit Pistons and a Member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, Mr. Isiah Lord Thomas III, joins hosts Will Gates and Arthur Agee to talk about his origin story. Isiah takes the hosts back to his days growing up on the Westside of Chicago, playing for Coach Bobby Knight and the Indiana Hoosiers, to his incredible run in the NBA with the Detroit Pistons. The guys talk Chuck Daly, Michael Jordan and the Dream Team controversy and about his post playing career. Buckle up and enjoy the ride. Listen, Download & Subscribe on Apple, Spotify and YouTube. Hosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeAn Unlearning Network Productionwww.unlearningnetwork.com
We go international this week with Mr. Matt Beyer, the CEO of the East Asia Super League (EASL). Matt sits down with Will Gates and Arthur Agee to give us both his Hoop Dreams origin story, about how a guy from the Midwest ended up overseas and also the origin story behind the EASL. He talks about his first job translating for the Bucks, he breaks down for us how the league works, which countries are involved, how his NBA investors Metta Artest, Baron Davis and Shane Battier got involved and just how much talent is out there and how big the market is for basketball in Asia. With a loyal fan base in Japan, Korea, Philippines and Greater China this league could grow very fast. So kick back, listen and learn.. oh and get your passport so you can get to Manila in March for the EASL Championship. Listen, Follow & Subscribe to Agee & Gates The Podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and all your podcast platforms.Hosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeAn Unlearning Network Productionwww.unlearningnetwork.com
This week, former three-time all-American soccer player from LaSalle University, and currently a reporter and analyst with ESPN, Renee Washington, joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee to talk about her Hoop Dreams origin story on the Podcast. At LaSalle she led the soccer team to four NCAA tournament appearances before going on to receive her Masters in Education from Lehigh University. She is also the founder of Planted Not Buried, an organization built to empower young athletes, students and entrepreneurs. The guys dive into Renee's origin story, talk about her family and their influence on her, hear about some of her goals in life, and learn just how competitive this “Jersey Girl” is whether its' Spades, Monopoly or Air Hockey, you don't want to mess with her. So kick back, relax and listen to Renee drop some knowledge.Listen, Follow & Subscribe to Agee & Gates The Podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and all your podcast platforms.Hosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeAn Unlearning Network Productionwww.unlearningnetwork.com
This week on Agee & Gates, Actor and former ball player, Newton Mayenge drops by to talk about his Hoop Dreams origin story. The Charlotte native is currently featured in Adam McKay's hit show Winning Time on HBO Max where he plays former Marquette legend and NBA Champ with the LA Lakers, Jim Chones. Newton appears as a part of the star studded cast alongside such greats as Wood Harris, John C. Reilly, Sally Field, Jason Segal, Adrian Brody, Spencer Garrett and many others. Newton talks with Will Gates and Arthur Agee about his early years growing up in Charlotte, how he ended up playing pro-basketball in Germany and the car accident that changed his life and put him on the path to acting. Don't miss this episode as Newton gives some serious life lessons for listeners looking to pursue any career where the competition is high and grind is real. Listen and Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and all your podcast platforms.Hosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeAn Unlearning Network Productionwww.unlearningnetwork.com
On this weeks episode, Texas native and current Brand Director for AND1 Basketball and Co-CEO of The Rucker Brand, Dexter Gordon sits down with Agee & Gates to talk about his Hoop Dreams origin story. From his days growing up in Galveston, to college in New York to his pursuit of basketball and how he broke into the business side of the industry when his playing days ended. Dexter talks about how his partnership with Chris Rucker of the Rucker Brand came about and how he landed at AND1. For anyone looking to break into the industry this episode has lots to learn from. So sit back and listen as Will Gates and Arthur Agee reveal another classic origin story. Hosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeAn Unlearning Network Productionwww.unlearningnetwork.com
On this week's episode of the podcast Director, Writer, award-winning Filipina-Canadian filmmaker and Vancouver native, Kathleen S. Jayme, joins Agee & Gates to talk about her Hoop Dreams origin story. Kat's documentary Finding Big Country was the winner of the 2018 VIFF People's Choice Award and the #MustSeeBC Award, and has been programmed by Telus, ESPN, ABC, Amazon, Rogers Sportsnet, NBA TV, and Air Canada. Jayme has since gone on to direct for the CBC, NBA, ESPN, and Crave. Her latest film The Grizzlie Truth premieres October 1st and explores the unsolved mystery around the 2001 disappearance of the NBA's Vancouver Grizzlies right out from under the nose of the city of Vancouver and it's basketball faithful. The movie is a love letter to one of the worst pro sports teams in history and an exploration into the deep roots of sports fandom. Join Will Gates and Arthur Agee as they learn about Kat's long family history in film, her journey to becoming a film maker, her love of all basketball collectibles and she hints at what might be next in her personal Hoop Dreams journey. Listen, Subscribe and Follow on all your podcast platforms.Hosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeAn Unlearning Network Productionwww.unlearningnetwork.com
This week Mike Farah, the Chief Executive Officer of Funny Or Die, sits down with Will Gates and Arthur Agee to talk about his origin story. Mike has been with FOD since 2008, starting as its first producer, rising to President of Production, and then taking over the reigns as CEO in 2016. This past year, Mike oversaw FOD's acquisition by the prominent business leader and social activist Henry R. Muñoz III, with the vision of growing from a successful production company into a full-service independent studio. Select credits include two-time Emmy-winner Between Two Ferns, the Emmy-nominated Billy on the Street, and the PeabodyAward-winning American Vandal. Mike is from Ann Arbor, Michigan where he grew up a huge Fab Five fan. He is a graduate of Indiana University and began his career in entertainment as a food expeditor at The Standard, Hollywood. Funny Or Die (FOD) is a premiere entertainment brand and independent comedy studio that creates award-winning premium content with today's biggest stars and tomorrow's exciting voices. Funny Or Die reaches a global audience of more than 40 million people across all our social platforms. Funny Or Die was founded in 2007, with Will Ferrell, Adam McKay and Chris Henchy's infamous “The Landlord” video, and has since become a comedy juggernaut. In May 2021, it was announced that Funny Or Die had been acquired by Henry R. Muñoz III, a nationally respected business leader, philanthropist and activist. Hosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeAn Unlearning Network Productionwww.unlearningnetwork.com
This week on the show Will Gates and Arthur Agee sit down with former semi-pro basketball player, actor and legendary streetball player, The Professor, to explore his Hoop Dreams origin story. Born Grayson Scott Boucher, the Oregon native rose to fame as one of the early stars of the AND1 Mixtape Tour. He has honed his game by playing and training with some of the great NBA ball players and streetball legends like Rafer “Skip to My Lou” Alston. He talks about his days on tour, how he made the team, the cities he was fortunate enough to visit through the tour and the friends he made along the way by being a part of history. Grayson discusses the recent Untold Documentary, the Netflix movie Hustle with Adam Sandler and his new project, Global Hoopers and Layer12 Studio and what the next chapter is in his #hoopdream. Sit back and soak up a little bit of basketball history with Agee & Gates on the Unlearning Network. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and please subscribe now on YouTube. Give us a follow on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok #streetball #and1#mixtapetour #newpodcast #newpodcastepisode #hustle #netflix #adamsandler#layer12studio #globalhooper #unlearning #hoopdreams #hoopdream #originstory Hosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeAn Unlearning Network Productionwww.unlearningnetwork.com
We kick off Season 2 with a true legend on Hoop Dreams The Podcast, he was the 2nd overall pick in the 1981 NBA Draft, a 12 time NBA All-Star, a 2 x NBA Champ with the Detroit Pistons and a Member of the Basketball Hall of Fame, Mr. Isiah Lord Thomas III, joins hosts Will Gates and Arthur Agee to talk about his origin story. Isiah takes the hosts back to his days growing up on the Westside of Chicago, playing for Coach Bobby Knight and the Indiana Hoosiers, to his incredible run in the NBA with the Detroit Pistons. The guys talk Chuck Daly, Michael Jordan and the Dream Team controversy and about his post playing career. Buckle up and enjoy the ride. Listen, Download & Subscribe on Apple, Spotify and YouTube. Hosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeAn Unlearning Network Productionwww.unlearningnetwork.com
Will Gates and Arthur Agee travel to Las Vegas to interview the founder of the St. Joe's Legacy Foundation, vascular surgeon, Dr. Tej Singh. When Will and Arthur's historical former high school, St. Joe's, closed down for good in 2021 Dr. Singh went to work buying the gym floor and all the memorabilia that went along with it and recreating a version of the gym in Las Vegas. Will and Arthur took a trip down memory lane as they sat with Dr. Singh on the very floor featured in the Hoop Dreams Documentary and where they and NBA Hall of Fame guard, Isiah Thomas, used to play basketball. They talked to Dr. Singh about what St. Joe's meant to them all as alumni and what Dr. Singh's vision is for the St. Joe's Legacy Foundation. Listen to a very special episode of Hoop Dreams The Podcast on the Unlearning Network. Available on Apple, Spotify, Google, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. This Special Episode was recorded on location in Las Vegas.Hosted by William Gates and Arthur Agee Created by Matt Hoffar, William Gates and Arthur Agee Written and Produced by Matt Hoffar Associate Producers: Matt Savage, Daniel Hernandez and Dennis Thompson Directed by Daniel Hernandez and Dennis Thompson Director of Photography Daniel Hernandez, Dennis Thompson and Dominic Edwards Hoop Dreams Theme Song by BlvecassoSound Engineering and Editing by Matt SavageField Producer: Chris VistoAn Unlearning Network and LVLS Creative Production www.unlearningnetwork.com
We are joined on this weeks episode of Hoop Dreams The Podcast by California native and veteran actor, with over 30 years in the business, Spencer Garrett. He currently appears in HBO Max's Winning Time, chronicling the rise of the LA Lakers where Spencer plays legendary Lakers broadcaster Chick Hearn. Spencer dives into his origin story with Will and Arthur, and talks about growing up in a household of actors and how his love of TV and Film came early in life. You've seen him in numerous films from Air Force One to 21, All The Way, Front Runner and Quentin Tarantino's, Once Upon A Time in Hollywood. Spencer also drops some wisdom on the path into show business and how tough it can be. This one was so good we had to break it up into two parts. Sit back, listen and enjoy.
This week on the show we have television showrunner, producer and writer Jason Ganzel. He talks with Will and Arthur about his origin story and breaking into show business. Jason began his career as a member of the production staff on several television series, including Married to the Kellys, Kevin Hill, So Little Time, and The Ellen Show. In 2004 he joined the writing staff of Desperate Housewives and spent seven years there, finishing out the series. Since then, he has served as writer and co-executive producer on several hit series including Graceland, Queen of the South, Grey's Anatomy, and Dynasty. He is currently working on Naomi for the CW Network, developing the sports drama Broken Rim with former L.A. Laker Matt Barnes, Findlay Prep with Peter Dinklage and Carmelo Anthony, IMG Academy with Vice and Untitled, and show running Soul and Fury, a project with Debbie Allen and Terrence Howard. Jason grew up in Reno, Nevada and was a standout in track and field before shifting those skills over to basketball and eventually writing and producing. For anyone trying to figure out how to get your foot in the door of the TV industry you can definitely pick up a few insights from this episode of Hoop Dreams. Sit back, listen and learn. Listen and subscribe now at www.unlearningnetwork.com An Unlearning Network Production Hosted by: Arthur Agee & William Gates Written by Matt Hoffar, Arthur Agee & William Gates Produced by Matt Hoffar
We are joined on this weeks episode of Hoop Dreams The Podcast by California native and veteran actor, with over 30 years in the business, Spencer Garrett. He currently appears in HBO Max's Winning Time, chronicling the rise of the LA Lakers where Spencer plays legendary Lakers broadcaster Chick Hearn. Spencer dives into his origin story with Will and Arthur, and talks about growing up in a household of actors and how his love of TV and Film came early in life. You've seen him in numerous films from Air Force One to 21, All The Way, Front Runner and Quentin Tarantino's, Once Upon A Time in Hollywood. Spencer also drops some wisdom on the path into show business and how tough it can be. This one was so good we had to break it up into two parts. Sit back, listen and enjoy.
This week on the show we have television showrunner, producer and writer Jason Ganzel. He talks with Will and Arthur about his origin story and breaking into show business. Jason began his career as a member of the production staff on several television series, including Married to the Kellys, Kevin Hill, So Little Time, and The Ellen Show. In 2004 he joined the writing staff of Desperate Housewives and spent seven years there, finishing out the series. Since then, he has served as writer and co-executive producer on several hit series including Graceland, Queen of the South, Grey's Anatomy, and Dynasty. He is currently working on Naomi for the CW Network, developing the sports drama Broken Rim with former L.A. Laker Matt Barnes, Findlay Prep with Peter Dinklage and Carmelo Anthony, IMG Academy with Vice and Untitled, and show running Soul and Fury, a project with Debbie Allen and Terrence Howard. Jason grew up in Reno, Nevada and was a standout in track and field before shifting those skills over to basketball and eventually writing and producing. For anyone trying to figure out how to get your foot in the door of the TV industry you can definitely pick up a few insights from this episode of Hoop Dreams. Sit back, listen and learn. Listen and subscribe now at www.unlearningnetwork.com An Unlearning Network Production Hosted by: Arthur Agee & William Gates Written by Matt Hoffar, Arthur Agee & William Gates Produced by Matt Hoffar
On this week's episode of Hoop Dreams The Podcast, hailing from the north, Ontario, Canada native, Vincennes University and Kentucky Wildcats alumni, former JUCO All-American and #NBA Guard, Mychal Mulder, joins the show for Part 2. Being named after NBA great Mychal Thompson, you know Mulder was born to ball. As a Top 10 Canadian prospect coming out of Catholic Central High School, his talents took him across the border to Vincennes University in Indiana where he excelled and sparked the interest of D-1 coaches from across the country. Mychal selected the Kentucky Wildcats where he got to play alongside NBA greats such as Jamal Murray, De'Aron Fox, Bam Adebayo and others. After going undrafted in the NBA he was selected 9th in the G-League draft where he honed his game with the Windy City Bulls and Sioux Falls Sky Force which earned him roster spots on the Golden State Warriors and Orlando Magic, where he got to learn from legendary veterans like Steph Curry and Draymond Green. Mulder, who recently signed a 2 way deal with the Miami Heat, breaks down the intricacies of a G League contract, gives us some insight as to how he got noticed as a kid from Canada and the feeling he got seeing his name on the back of an NBA jersey for the first time. Sit back and enjoy as Myke chops it up with Will Gates and Arthur Agee and talks about the next chapter in his Hoop Dream. Listen and subscribe now at www.unlearningnetwork.com An Unlearning Network Production Hosted by: Arthur Agee & William Gates Written by Matt Hoffar, Arthur Agee & William Gates Produced by Matt Hoffar #MychalMulder#JUCO #collegehoops #Vincennes #kentuckywildcats #warriors #Golden State#miamiheat #gleague #hoopdreams
On this week's episode of Hoop Dreams The Podcast, hailing from the north, Ontario, Canada native, Vincennes University and Kentucky Wildcats alumni, former JUCO All-American and #NBA Guard, Mychal Mulder, joins the show. Being named after NBA great Mychal Thompson, you know Mulder was born to ball. As a Top 10 Canadian prospect coming out of Catholic Central High School, his talents took him across the border to Vincennes University in Indiana where he excelled and sparked the interest of D-1 coaches from across the country. Mychal selected the Kentucky Wildcats where he got to play alongside NBA greats such as Jamal Murray, De'Aron Fox, Bam Adebayo and others. After going undrafted in the NBA he was selected 9th in the G-League draft where he honed his game with the Windy City Bulls and Sioux Falls Sky Force which earned him roster spots on the Golden State Warriors and Orlando Magic, where he got to learn from legendary veterans like Steph Curry and Draymond Green. Mulder, who recently signed a 2 way deal with the Miami Heat, breaks down the intricacies of a G League contract, gives us some insight as to how he got noticed as a kid from Canada and the feeling he got seeing his name on the back of an NBA jersey for the first time. Sit back and enjoy as Myke chops it up with Will Gates and Arthur Agee and talks about the next chapter in his Hoop Dream. Listen and subscribe now at www.unlearningnetwork.com An Unlearning Network Production Hosted by: Arthur Agee & William Gates Written by Matt Hoffar, Arthur Agee & William Gates Produced by Matt Hoffar #MychalMulder#JUCO #collegehoops #Vincennes #kentuckywildcats #warriors #Golden State#miamiheat #gleague #hoopdreams
It's the Hoop Dreams Podcast Final Four Preview brought to you by MyBookie. After another weekend of close games and upsets the Final Four is set. On one side of the bracket it's the first tournament meeting for two old rivals as the Duke Blue Devils and the North Carolina Tar Heels square off and on the other the Villanova Wildcats meet the last Number 1 seed standing in the Kansas Jayhawks. Will and Arthur breakdown the matchups and give their insight to help you make your picks.
March Madness, week 2, the dance continues. After a weekend of upsets and close games the dust has settled and so many brackets are broken. It's time for the Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight. Who has the Peacocks going this far? What happened to Baylor? Were the Michigan Wolverines really an underdog or was Juwan Howard and his squad just not gettin' enough respect? Will Duke take Coach K on a ride into the sunset with one last rung? And did you see Coach Sampson partying with the shirt off? Lookin' lean! So many questions to answer. Join Will Gates and Arthur Agee as they give you some answers, break down the games and hit you with their Final Four selections on Hoop Dreams The Podcast on the Unlearning Network.
March Madness, the best part of college basketball season. It's time to fill out your brackets and place your bets. The guys from Hoop Dreams The Podcast have you covered as Will Gates and Arthur Agee breakdown the first two rounds and make their picks as who will be left standing in the Sweet Sixteen. Tune in and get the inside scoop so that you don't end up with a busted bracket.
This week on the show a member of the legendary “Flyin Illini”, author, basketball analyst and broadcaster and host of Bardo's Breakdown, Stephen Bardo joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on Hoop Dreams The Podcast to talk about his origin story. He gives us a raw and unfiltered take on his childhood, his days at Carbondale High School in Illinois, to his time as a member of the Illinois men's basketball team where he teamed up with Nick Anderson, Kenny Battle, Marcus Liberty and Kendall Gill to get to the 1989 Final Four against Glen Rice and the Michigan Wolverines. Stephen dives into the recruitment process, his NBA draft class, playing professionally overseas and his current pursuits as a broadcaster and analyst and building his own show Bardo's Breakdown. Lock in and listen to an amazing story teller and teacher.
This week on the podcast we have a special guest. The multi-talented Mr. Terry Crews sits down with Will Gates and Arthur Agee to talk origin stories. Mr. Crews is an actor, author, artist and former NFL player amongst many other talents. He grew up in Flint, Michigan and parlayed his skills as an illustrator into an opportunity to go to Western Michigan University where he worked his way on to the football team which led to chance to play in the NFL. He then shifted his focus, after a six year football career, to acting, where he's appeared in some of your favorite movies and TV shows. From titles such as Friday after Next, to Training Day, White Chicks, The Longest Yard, Everybody Hates Chris, Brooklyn Nine-Nine and many others. He is now the host of America's Got Talent and author of a new book called Tough. Terry is also an illustrator, avid runner and also finds time to speak on topics close to his heart. Don't miss this episode as there's no doubt you will learn and be inspired by Terry's story.
We have a unique Hoop Dreams story this week. UCLA Bruin quarterback and Hutto High Hippos alumni Chase Griffin joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on Hoop Dreams The Podcast. Chase was the star quarterback at Hutto High, part of the greater Austin area, where he threw for over 11,000 yards and 123 touchdowns and was named Gatorade Texas State Player of the Year and Ford Built Tough Player of the year. Chase graduated high school early and committed to UCLA where he was able to complete his degree in just 2 and 1/2 years while playing quarterback for the Bruins. Chase has become a pioneer in the NIL space, signing multiple brand deals and is now working on his masters degree while continuing to pursue his football career. Check out this episode and get ready to learn a little something from a future leader.
Chicago native and Illinois Fighting Illini legend, Deon Thomas, joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on Hoop Dreams The Podcast. Deon led his team to a Chicago Public League title, was named Mr. Basketball and still holds the title as The University of Illinois all-time leading scorer. He takes us through his early days growing up in Chicago to his college days and dives into the world that basketball opened up for him after University. Deon had a 14 year career overseas playing in Spain, Turkey, Bulgaria and also Israel where he met his wife and obtained citizenship. Sit back, relax and listen to an incredible Hoop Dreams Story.
Chicago native and Illinois Fighting Illini legend, Deon Thomas, joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on Hoop Dreams The Podcast. Deon led his team to a Chicago Public League title, was named Mr. Basketball and still holds the title as The University of Illinois all-time leading scorer. He takes us through his early days growing up in Chicago to his college days and dives into the world that basketball opened up for him after University. Deon had a 14 year career overseas playing in Spain, Turkey, Bulgaria and also Israel where he met his wife and obtained citizenship. Sit back, relax and listen to an incredible Hoop Dreams Story.
We got a good one this week as Chicago native, DePaul Basketball alumni and former NBA 1st Round Draft pick, of the Orlando magic, joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on his week's episode of #HoopDreams. Steven went on to play 9 years in the NBA. He got to play for some great teammates in Allen Iverson, Steve Nash, Tracey McGrady, Grant Hill, Patrick Ewing, Amare Stoudamire, QRich, and many more. Steven takes you from his early days growing in the Chi, to the NCAA basketball experience and through his time in the league. He also talks about his personal life, his families experience and raising their son with autism and how that led to his role as an advocate for people that have been diagnosed with it. Listen and learn Stevens origin story.
We got a good one this week as Chicago native, DePaul Basketball alumni and former NBA 1st Round Draft pick, of the Orlando magic, joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee on his week's episode of #HoopDreams. Steven went on to play 9 years in the NBA. He got to play for some great teammates in Allen Iverson, Steve Nash, Tracey McGrady, Grant Hill, Patrick Ewing, Amare Stoudamire, QRich, and many more. Steven takes you from his early days growing in the Chi, to the NCAA basketball experience and through his time in the league. He also talks about his personal life, his families experience and raising their son with autism and how that led to his role as an advocate for people that have been diagnosed with it. Listen and learn Stevens origin story.
We got a real one on the show this week. A Chi town legend, author, journalist and the man with one of the coldest nicknames in the game, Robert “Scoop” Jackson. Unfiltered is the best way to describe this episode as Scoop sits down with Will and Arthur on Hoop Dreams The Podcast to dive deep into his origin story, from growing up in South Shore, where he still lives today, to hooping all over the city of Chicago. His mother's focus on education for her children led to him going to four different grammar schools by the time he was in grade 8, which means he basically went to school with everybody! He talks about the power basketball can provide for youth and how his love for the game, combined with the confidence his mother instilled in him, helped him to fit in and make friends when he was the new kid at a new school. Scoop reflects on his mothers integrity and compassion for kids in the neighborhood and the influence that had on him growing up. He shares stories about his days at Xavier University and receiving a Masters in Arts degree from Howard. His passion for writing, basketball and hip hop eventually led to a career as a journalist covering sports for publications such as SLAM, ESPN, The Source, Vibe, USA Today and many others. Nike even commissioned him to write Sole Provider: 30 Years of Nike Basketball chronicling the inside story of Nike and its influence on the sport. Sit back and strap in for Part 2 of what will go down as a classic Hoop Dreams episode.
We got a real one on the show this week. A Chi town legend, author, journalist and the man with one of the coldest nicknames in the game, Robert “Scoop” Jackson. Unfiltered is the best way to describe this episode as Scoop sits down with Will and Arthur on Hoop Dreams The Podcast to dive deep into his origin story, from growing up in South Shore, where he still lives today, to hooping all over the city of Chicago. His mother's focus on education for her children led to him going to four different grammar schools by the time he was in grade 8, which means he basically went to school with everybody! He talks about the power basketball can provide for youth and how his love for the game, combined with the confidence his mother instilled in him, helped him to fit in and make friends when he was the new kid at a new school. Scoop reflects on his mothers integrity and compassion for kids in the neighborhood and the influence that had on him growing up. He shares stories about his days at Xavier University and receiving a Masters in Arts degree from Howard. His passion for writing, basketball and hip hop eventually led to a career as a journalist covering sports for publications such as SLAM, ESPN, The Source, Vibe, USA Today and many others. Nike even commissioned him to write Sole Provider: 30 Years of Nike Basketball chronicling the inside story of Nike and its influence on the sport. Sit back and strap in for Part 1 of what will go down as a classic Hoop Dreams episode.
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