Hoops Crew

THIS IS A SILY EPISODE. You have been warned! We are back for our signature breakdown of the big game, and we are joined by friend of the show Kyra Corradin who shares her annual Costume Review of the Super Bowl. We make our picks for the game, we discuss peeing your pants, sexual awakenings, and Montgomery Ward. It's an instant classic. Zoom on in here!

Nice. It's a very special episode, and the gang is all here! Beep beep, vroom vroom. This week, we talk about the NFL championship games, Coach Brian, and Ulysses S. Grant. We also take a trip to Madame Chloe's Football Astrology Tent. Other topics include Usher's set list and Draymond Green. Goo goo ga ga!

It's turbo time! Break out the t-shirt cannons and buckle up. It's another episode of the Hoops Crew, and it's a doozy! We talk about the NFL playoffs, and we talk about our ten picks for the Quiet as Kept All Stars. We also talk Detroit style pizza, the other Hoops Crew, and the gang makes a shocking announcement about the coach of the Chicago Bears. It's a truly delightful episode. Get on in here, y'all!17:00 - 1st Quarter / The Chlo Zone

Super wildcard weekend! All star voting! QB tiers! A voicemail from Chloe! Booing Jerry Krause's widow! A confession from Frank! This episode has it all. It's a jumbo slice episode of Hoops Crew this week, and we made it with extra love just for you. Smash that play button and get to listening!08:00 - 1st Quarter / NFL Playoffs

Happy Brand New-uary! It's the first episode of 2024, and we open by looking back on our 2023 resolutions. We also debrief a wild end to the fantasy football season, and we look ahead to 2024 by calling what is in and what is out. Spoiler alert: Paul Giamatti and Facebook are IN. It's the best episode of the year, so far! Join us, why don't ya?09:00 - 1st Quarter / Fantasy Therapy

Happy Hondadays! It's our last episode of 2023, and Matt, Chloe, and Frank are here to provide a look back on Week 15 of the NFL season, as well as a look back on the hoopers and poopers of the year of our Lorde 2023. It's our first ever award show! Topics include a lengthy discussion of Draymond Green, as well as an unexpected nomination for the Pope. Frank also has a colossal and embarrassing brain fart, sort of like when John Travolta said Adele Dazeem! It's a great episode and you're great for listening.ALSO: Our very own Chloe Mikala has been nominated by the Chicago Reader for best stand up comic, and her comedy group My Best Friend is Black is also nominated for best comedy show. If you have a minute, vote here to show her some love!

Huge news broke this week that our beloved Washington Wizards and Capitals are planning to move to Potomac Yard in Virginia in the not so distant future, breaking the hearts of many fans in the process. Frank, Greg, Matt, and special guest Mike Sparacino gathered on a late night call to discuss how we got here, what happened, and how we're feeling. We talk about the culture of basketball in DC, and the impact of the move on the community of the city. We share some history about Abe Pollin, Washington vs DC, MD and DC vs VA, and Greg shares live crime updates as he drives through the city. Frank also shares his perspective on the DC sports misery index, ranking which fanbase is most miserable right now. It's the best DC sports episode that you haven't listened to yet. Get on in here.

Get on your feet! Get up and make this podcast happen! Matt, Greg, and Frank are here to talk all of the important issues, such as Jaxon de Ville and swine flu. They also share thoughts on fantasy football as we head into the playoffs, and they make picks for the in-season tournament. We also get a voicemail from friend of the show Isaac! What are you waiting for? Get up and make this podcast happen!

In this episode Matt and Frank do the unimaginable - they drink ten beers. We discuss strategy on how to drink ten beers in one day, the odds that Frank falls asleep, new poses for the national anthem, and the new Steelers offensive coordinator, Chloe Mikala. We shotgun beers on air, we talk about gambling, and we react to Carrie Underwood live on air. It's the episode that will have you high fiving all over the place. This is our legacy. #TenBeerSunday00:30 - 1st Quarter / Ten Beer Sunday

We're back y'all! The gang is all here! We talk about lots of important stuff, such as the bar Seacrets in Ocean City. We also listen to a sped up version of the theme song that honestly rips. Then we talk about Tyler Pickett and Charlie Villanuevo. We check in about the Commanders a year after the potential sale was announced, and Frank does some fantasy therapy. Then, we wrap up our game of Art, Fart, or Shart with the definitive rankings of the NBA In-Season Tournament courts. Come spray away with us!10:30 - 1st Half / Chlo Zone Week 10

What up crew! This week, we talked the new crew of commentators, including Doc Rivers and Bob Meyers. We also talk the early season NBA hoopers and poops, and we introduce a new segment: Art, Fart, or Shart. Click here to follow along at home! Is this episode art, fart, or shart? Listen at home and let us know!

Hoopy Halloween! Frank Severfinger is joined by MC Murder, Chloe Mikiller, and Matt "The Gabaghoul" Sparacino to discuss the first week of the NBA and week 8 of the NFL. Then, the gang gets a strange letter from their Great Auntie Dame and draft two All-SCAR Teams. Press that play button and get on in here!05:30 - 1st Quarter / Chlo Zone Week 8

We're back! And we're getting wild in the west! The crew talks about frisky teams, our top 4 teams, and starts to tip their toes into controversial waters with thoughts on LeBron and Kawhi. Tell your mom! It's a great episode!

Yo ho ho and a bottle of FUN! We're back for our annual traditional - the Eastern Conference Over/Unders. We throw ass all over the place on this ep. We rank the east, we coin a new nickname for the Wizards rookie, and Frank sneezes three times. Do you believe in magic? Well, you will after this episode! Abracadabra!04:00 - Eastern Conference Over/Unders06:00 - Washington Wizards12:00 - Chicago Bulls15:30 - Atlanta Hawks19:00 - Brooklyn Nets23:30 - Charlotte Hornets25:15 - Cleveland Cavaliers29:45 - Miami Heat32:00 - Detroit Pistons36:00 - Indiana Pacers40:00 - New York Knicks 42:00 - Orlando Magic 46:00 - Philadelphia 76ers50:15 - Toronto Raptors54:30 - Boston Celtics57:15 - Milwaukee Bucks1:00:00 - Eastern Conference Rankings1:06:00 - Hoopers & p00pers

The gang is all here, again! This episode is brought to you by Panera/Panero's/Chipolte. We discuss Jean ValJean, the Commanders, a great spread of snacks, and the best helmets in the league. If it sounds like a great episode, that's because it is. Get on in here, ya dang fool!10:00 - 1st Quarter / Chlo Zone Week 5

The gang is all here! Join us this week for a comprehensive tutorial on how to raise your hand on Zoom. Also, we discuss sending Matt Canada to Canada, floppy disks/dicks, and the Dame/Jrue trades. Plus, we read a letter from our recent guest, Isaac! It's an unforgettable episode with practical information that you can apply to your every day life. Get on in here!

Our newly appointed Colorado correspondent Isaac Camargo of the Gridiron Throne joins the Crew to talk about the Colorado-pacalypse this weekend. We also talk about his Denver Nuggets, and Frank asks the important question: What does it feel like to win? Isaac tells us about Brock Purdy's brother, and we talk about the real reason why the Nuggets won last year (Ish Smith). Once Isaac leaves, we ask the question: Did Isaac like us? If you're listening on Spotify, vote below! Get on in here. It's a mile high of fun!

Boomshakalaka! We're back, baby! Our summer movie series has ended and the show returns to our classic format. Join us for Chloe's live reaction to Aaron Rodgers's injury, as well as our first trip into the Chlo Zone for this season. We also talk FIBA, the WNBA, and we assign ourselves some new teams to root for this football season. It's the greatest podcast of all time. Blast it from the rooftops, baby!

Jamaica we have a podcast team! And what a team it is. Join Frank, Greg, and Matt with special guest Pedro as we discuss the 1993 classic, "Cool Runnings". It's a song of ice and fire - a Jamaican bobsledding team. We also discuss Chewbacca and the most iconic slow clap of all time. Plus, for the first time in Hoops Crew history, someone cries on air! It's our longest episode yet, and we don't cut corners. Smash that play button and get on in here!

This is a five quince episode! Join Chloe, Matt, Greg, Frank, and special guest Ashley Arnold as we discuss the 1992 movie "White Men Can't Jump". And boy, is there a lot to discuss! We talk about how hot Wesley Snipes is, the lewks that are served in this movie, and the vibes of the film. We also talk about stems, flamethrowers, and, of course, the Stucci brothers. What is a great episode? It's this one, of course! Smash that play button and get on in here!

Well folks, here it is. The most chaotic episode of all time. We had hosts coming and going, internet problems, and a crashed recording. The gods did not want us to bring you this episode, but we were able to salvage it after all. And there is some treasure to be found here. Join Frank, Greg, Chloe, Matt, and friend of the show Mitch Lerner as we discuss the 1997 classic "Air Bud". We talk about British judges, unrealistic expectations for Golden Retrievers, and all of the other films in the Air Bud Cinematic Universe. Bob Iger even drops by for a little bit! It's a cursed episode, and one of the greatest of all time. We hope you enjoy it.09:00 - 1st Quarter / Chloe Corner

Who is your daddy? Hoops Crew is your daddy! Our summer movie series continues with the great 2000 move "Remember the Titans". Join us as we discuss all of the great things about this movie, including the soundtrack, the daddy/daughter relationship, the power of sports to bring people together, and pronouncing the name "Gerry" as "Gary". Left side, strong side! Smash that play button, and you will remember the day that you listened to this podcast!And join us next week as we revisit the 1997 film "Air Bud" with friend of the show Mitch Lerner!

Quack, quack, quack! This week, our summer movie series continues with the 1992 box office hit "The Mighty Ducks". We get into flying V formation and break down all things Ducks, including Aaron's distrust of Hans, the clothes, the rollerblading, and drinking while driving. Featuring a very special appearance by the Minnesota North Star's own Basil McRae! Lace up your skates and get ready for the knucklepuck of podcasts. Get on in here!

Where's the D? It's right here. We're back for our second movie in our 2023 summer movie series, and we have another classic for y'all: "Love & Basketball". Join us us for Chloe's notes on sex scenes, Frank's notes on curfew, and Greg's thoughts on wings. We're podcasting for your heart. Smash that play button and let's play some basketball!09:50 - 1st Quarter / ‘Love & Basketball' ❤️

Our summer movie series is finally here, and we're kicking it off with a classic: "The Sandlot"! This is a movie that Frank, Greg, and Matt remember fondly, but our guest Ali has never seen before. Join us to talk all things baseball, specks, who owns the treehouse, and the other (excellent) movies of 1993. Warm up a s'more, smash that play button, and join us for the ultimate summer movie!12:00 - 1st Quarter / ‘The Sandlot' ⚾️35:00 - 2nd Q / You're Killing Me, Smalls

Howdy pardners! Gather round for the Hoops Crew! This week, we are talking all things NBA free agency with Greg Twomey and Mary Catherine Curran. Also, we talk about our summer movie series (voting closes tomorrow, as of this release!) and we talk about Amelia Bedelia. NO SKY GUYS ALLOWED.Our summer movie series starts next week! Don't forget to vote here for your favorite flicks, and we will watch the top nine as a part of our podcast this summer! 

Top of the morning to ya! It's hot pod summer and we are broadcasting live from the Wizarding World of Washington, DC. This week we are previewing all things ahead this summer and looking back on the week where the Wizards were the main characters of the NBA. Shout out to the whales!Also! This summer, the Hoops Crew is doing our first ever summer movie series, and we are letting the audience vote on which movies we will watch. It's hot pod summer, and we need your help to determine the ten movies that we will watch as a part of our summer movie series! Vote on your favorite flicks in this form, and we will watch the top ten as a part of our podcast this summer! 

Hibachi! This episode is cookin'. Bradley Beal has been traded from the Washington Wizards, and Matt, Greg, and Frank have gathered to discuss the trade within the context of Washington Wizards history. Frank gives a brief history of the team, and the boys have a little therapy session to discuss our feelings. We also discuss Michelob Ultra, Thanos, active listening, Al Pacino, and Jim Stewart. Plus, we have a voicemail from a listener. Get on in here, you sea dogs!13:00 - 1st Half / Washington Wizards Franchise History

Happy Boxing Day everyone! Uncle Jeff is coming to town, and he has a championship ring! Join Frank, MC, Greg, and Matt as they discuss the 2023 NBA Champions: The Denver Nuggets! We also discuss Conor McGregor punching the Heat mascot in the face, the many former Wizards who are now NBA champions, and Jokic's love of horsies! This episode is powered by Ben & Jerry's Americone Dream (non-dairy version, 1030 calories, 94g of sugar). Get on in here!

G'day mates! The crew is back after a week off and we have a jam packed agenda. We break down the Conference Finals matchups, and give a preview of the NBA Finals. We also break down the most important thing of all: the mascot matchup. Want to know whether Junior Soprano was a basketball fan? Want to hear about chicken nuggets? Well then come on down under and smash that play button!

Heyo! We are out of Round 2 and we are on to the Conference Finals. And we like (some of) these teams! We talk about all sorts of things, like revoking Doctor Strange's degree and diarrhea. Oh, we also talk about hoops! Frank finally works up the courage to ask what the different positions in basketball mean. Finally, we play out first ever round of the Zodiac Killers. It's an episode you won't want to miss. GO TEAM GO, BABY!09:30 - 1st Quarter / Conference Semis Recap

Awwww yea. This episode is piping hot...almost TOO hot. We begin by discussing famous #2s, and go on to discuss our feelings about the refs. Greg pitches a million dollar idea, and we give some love to James Harden. We also discuss Ishbia vs Jokic. It's all of this and more. Get on in here and smash that play button!08:45 - 1st Quarter / Western Conference Semis

Oh boy! The crew is back and to be Giannis with you, this is a great episode. We unplug the beam, we discuss Steph Curry, we discuss the Bucks and the concept of failure, and you get our live reaction to Celts v Sixers. Plus, we play the first ever round of "Who Dat?" and Jack Nicholson drops by for a bit! Get on in here, let's hoop!09:00 - Tipoff / Round One In Memoriam

Howdy ho! We have another great one this week. The gang first discussed whether cats are real pets. We then talk about Tucker Carlson, love for the Knicks, hate for Dillon Brooks. We also pay tribute to all the injured players. It's a hoops crew for the ages. Smash that play button!09:30 - 1st Quarter / First Round Series Rankings

The full crew is here and we are ready to get frisky! We draft the round one playoff matchups in order of which series we find most interesting. Chloe is back (!) and we talk football (of course). We lament the injuries that have befallen some of the stars of the playoffs. And we play a little game of hoops trivia. This episode will echo through history. Smash that play button and come join the crew!10:00 - 1st Half / NBA Playoffs First Round

We're back! We are breaking down all of our picks for the 2023 NBA playoffs, and recapping all of our wins (and losses) in our pre-season over/unders. Plus, Frank debuts a new segment and Chloe leaves a message to share with the crew. This is essential listening. Get on in here, let's get to hoopin!06:40 - 1st Quarter / NBA Win Total Over-Under Results

Grab a pair of shades, pop in your headphones, and let's get down to biznass. After a spring break last week, the hoops crew is back to talk about the Final Four in the Women's and Men's basketball tournaments, to announce the winners of the bracket pool, and to check in with the NBA before the playoffs start next week. This is an episode you will be talking about for years to come. Smash that play button, baby!Also check out Jason Consolacion's new album New Addition! Here's a link to the album on Spotify.

The gang is all here and we are officially in the season of Madness! We talk about UVA's loss (sorry Chelsea), Purdue's much more embarassing loss, MC getting into a fight, the UMD women's team, Angel Reese, and Hillbilly Kobe. Get on in here! This one's a good one!07:30 - 1st Quarter / March Madness Go-Round

This is, and you are, the Hoops Crew. Welcome! It's the most wonderful time of the year. March Madness is upon us. This week we are talking about all things Madness and we fill out our Women's and Men's tournament brackets. We also discuss how we love Oral (Roberts), purple teams, and the billiken.Want to play along in our tournament brackets? Click on the links below to enter:Women's tournament poolMen's tournament pool

We're back! The whole gang is here to talk about the balls that are baskets. We get an update on Chloe's new year resolutions, and then the gang talks big NBA stuff like: Kevin Durant's greatness, Russ on the Clippers, and carding people for T shirts. Then we discuss the 2023 NBA All Hunk Team. Now this is my kind of content! Stop reading and get on in here you silly goose!10:30 - 1st Quarter / Zards & Bulls

Broadcasting to you LIVE from Bum City, USA, it's the Hoops Crew! We've got a great episode this week. This week, we discuss green beans, delusion meeting talent, the Capital City Go-Go, and obscure mascots like Keggy the Keg. We close the episode with a musical guest appearance by Damian Lillard. Buckle up and get in on here!07:10 - 1st Quarter / Wizards & Bulls

It's our smoothest episode ever. No doubt. In a decision that is bound to make this our most controversial episode ever, Frank plays smooth jazz underneath almost the entire episode. Despite that, the gang soldiers on. We talk about which coach should go in the dunk tank, we recap the All Star weekend, and we talk about Mac McClung. Maclunkey! You're on the outside, looking in. Get in here and listen to the hoops crew!

WELP. Another big week. The Super Bowl happened. Plus, the gang finally gets to discuss Kevin Durant's trade to the Suns, and why Frank doesn't like Luka. And (for real) Chloe was there the night that Lebron broke the scoring record! This an action packed episode you won't want to miss. Pack it up, pack in it, it's time to begin the hoops crew!07:30 1st Quarter / Super Bowl Chlo Zone

The Super Bowl is upon us and so we present to you a VERY special episode, with appearances by Adele, Bradley Cooper, Lebron James, and Justin Timberlake. We discuss our guest Joe's history with Philly sports. We then discuss the costume matchup in Kyra's Costume Corner. Other topics include: textiles, throat singing, horse poop, crab poop, and coffee beans that have been pooped. It's the greatest episode yet, and one that you will never forget. Get on in here - it's hoops crew time!18:00 1st Quarter / Life of a Philly Sports Fan

The gang is all here to discuss a Very Serious Matter: The Worst Missed Call of All Time. We also bring in two very special guests: LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo. We discuss the NBA All Star Starters (which we totally called btw). We also discuss the NFL Conference Title games, as well as whether the Joker would be good on a basketball team. It's an unforgettable episode that the nation will be talking about for years to come. Get on in here and have some fun!11:30 - 1st Quarter / NBA All-Star Starters

Hello everyone and welcome back! This week, we are mansplaining what it is like being a Wizards fan in reaction to the Rui Hachimura trade. We received our first ever listener voicemail (!). We also talk more about the Green Turtle, a recent UMD basketball game, and so much more. It's the episode you've all been waiting for. Come on in, let's get to it!

The gang is all here! Join us for a rollicking discussion. Topics include: Has Eli Manning ever had sex? An idea for a new segment called Punchable or Lunchable. A live report from Wizards/Warriors. We also break down some big moves in the WNBA, honor the career of Maya Moore, and so much more. There's a new Chris in town, and her name is Chloe. Don't know what that means? Press play to find out more!

Hello one and all and welcome back to the crew! Chloe, Matt, Greg, and Frank gather this week to discuss some very important issues, such as Aaron Rodgers's profile photo and Kirby. We also discuss Week 18 of the NFL season, and cast our ballot for the NBA All Star team. Frank teases his animosity towards Luka Doncic, foreshadowing an epic debate on a future episode. It's the Serial of basketball podcasts, and the true crime would be if you don't listen! So get on in here and press play!

New year, new hoops crew! MC, Greg, Matt, and Frank all gather together to talk through a pig deal: the new Commanders mascot, Major Tuddy. They also answer a listener question (shoutout to Ashley from DC), and discuss some new years resolutions for themselves, the pod, and their teams.This pod ends on a somber note as the crew contemplates in real time the ramifications of Damar Hamlin's injury. Shout out to Damar Hamlin - here's to a full recovery.

It's a holiday season miracle! The hoops crew is joined by a very special guest: Basketball Santa. They also discuss two genuinely wonderful things: John Wall's return to DC and (more importantly) Britney Griner's return to the US. We then draft characters from holiday season lore to play for Santa's basketball team. It's the most wonderful episode of the year - get on in here!

It's our true crime episode and everyone is a suspect...even YOU! Gather around, gumshoes. This week, the crew (minus Chloe) is here to talk through our Hoops Crew 10, the week in the NBA, and to talk about that one time that a soccer player died on the pitch. It's a spinetingling episode that will leave you guessing until the very end. Get in here, everyone is a suspect!