Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines

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Necessary Conversations is an all inclusive podcast. Topics will include sports. Specifically NBA basketball, NFL football, and collegiate football. Music is also a topic of discussion. Life as a parent and just every day situations within society and culture. If a conversation is necessary it will…

Kadeem Gaines


    • Mar 1, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 48 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines

    State of the Lakers (Recorded 02/28/2022)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 61:36


    Kadeem, Marlin, and Jeff air out their Frustrations with the Purple and Gold! An hour conversation with a few passionate fans. Please follow Kadeem Gaines on Spotify Greenroom @kadeemgaines

    Fictional Football Player Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 35:56


    Kadeem Gaines, Forrest Reed, Gary Frazier, and Marlin Lewis (Draft Order) Give you an entertaining 7 player (8th player added + a Coach) draft that features Movie and TV Show football players! There's a brief conversation about Aaron Rodgers and his future as well as Tom Brady! Please tune in and share Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines and be sure to follow the Spotify Greenroom at kadeemgaines 

    Recap Super Bowl 56 with Gary Frazier and Forrest Reed

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 44:02


    No introduction necessary! The goon squad does a brief recap of the super bowl, the halftime show, and a look ahead at the 2022 football season! Follow Kadeem Gaines on Greenroom @ kadeemgaines. 

    Brady Retires/Championship Wknd Recap/SB Winner?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 61:41


    The Goon Squad Pod (Kadeem Gaines, Gary and Gabrion Frazier, Marlin Lewis, Devin Leitka, Jeff Cheatwood, and reoccurring regular Forrest Reed) is back with another loaded Greenroom audio conversation! Tom Brady retires after an illustrious 22 year career! We look back on what made him the GOAT as well as our favorite memories. Next, a deep dive into the championship conference games and why KC and San Fran lost their respective games. Lastly, Super Bowl winner prediction! Follow the Greenroom @kadeemgaines Please rate, share, and subscribe to Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines

    Fire Frank? + Football Talk +

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 82:31


    Audio recorded via Spotify Greenroom! The Goon Squad Pod! First Kadeem and Gary discuss Covid and the symptoms. Later they're joined by Devin Leitka to further discuss Covid and the impact he had on the 2 of them. Then things get less serious and the gloves come off. The Frank Vogel hot seat is discussed and everything football! NFL and Collegiate! This loaded podcast featured Gary Frazier, Devin Leitka, Jeff Cheatwood, Gabrion  Frazier, and Forrest Reed. Follow the Greenroom @kadeemgaines + rate, share, and follow Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines.

    Patriots @ Bills Companion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 47:28


    Marlin and Jeff join in to discuss the first quarter of the Patriots @ Bills first Quarter! This conversation was recorded in GreenRoom! Be sure to give Greenroom a follow @kadeemgaines jcheat02 and mlewis0410! We are aware of the final score, again, this is a first quarter beginning of the 2nd conversation! 

    NFL SZN RECAP!!!! Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 27:23


    In Part 2 of the NFL SZN RECAP the guys discuss Super Bowl picks, Bold Predictions for 2022 and finish with a new segment called Shoot the Sh**! Listen to part one of this podcast and all other episodes! 

    NFL SZN RECAP!!! Pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 30:41


    No introduction music! Just a no holds barred NFL discussion! Featuring Marlin Lewis, Forrest Reed, and Jeff Cheatwood! This episode was so loaded that it had to be a two-parter! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and Share! Do Not  Miss Part 2!

    Top 10 All Time? (Phone Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 4:18


    Life is predicated on opinions. Agreements and disagreements. Men lie. Women lie. But, Numbers, Numbers do not lie! In this episode I want to present numbers and objective statistics and you as the listener can determine if this player is an all timer! Please rate, share, and review! (Forgive the audio this is directly from the phone speakers.)

    How to Fix Series: (NY Giants) + Around the NFL

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 58:22


    Kadeem and Forrest are tasked with the mere impossible! They are going to fix the bottom feed New York Football Giants! A blueprint is discussed on how to get this once prominent franchise back to those days of glory! After the Giants discussion,  a no holds barred conversation about the 2018 #1 overall pick is had + conversations about the NFL in general. Lastly, Super Bowl predictions are made! Please make sure you subscribe to Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines! Rate and Share. 

    No Way Home, And Sports Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 26:04


    Kadeem returns to do a brief review of Spider-Man, No Way Home! After the review the Urban Meyer debacle, NFL covid-19 protocols. Next, Russell Westbrook and his ineptitude as a Lakers player and finishes with what's to come for the podcast in the future! Make sure you share, rate, and subscribe to Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines!! 

    GRIEF

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2021 15:42


    In episode 37 Kadeem discusses one of the most dreaded parts of life, Grief. Kadeem goes into detail on his father's recent passing. How coping with that and not coping with that has affect him in every way possible. This is a conversation about mental health and relationship health.  

    Top 10 NFL Quarterbacks of 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 42:18


    Kadeem has reoccurring guest Forrest Reed on for a discussion of who they believe are the top 10 quarterbacks going into the NFL for the 2021-22 season! Then they have a discussion on what 3 quarterbacks they believe will be standouts in 2024. Lastly, things are wrapped up with a review of episode 1 of Hard Knocks with the Dallas Cowboys! Please make sure you rate, share, and subscribe Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines.

    Free Agency Frenzy!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 36:34


    Kadeem and reoccurring guest Marlin and Jeff discuss everything NBA Free Agency! Who they think made the best signings. Winners and losers as far as teams and players. A deep dive into the Dennis Schröder situation! Who are the top 8 seeds in the conferences, and lastly, The Lakers win/loss record. Please rate, subscribe, and share!

    Brodie, Bron, Brow

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2021 13:15


    In this quick reaction podcast, Kadeem gives his thoughts on the Los Angeles Lakers acquiring Russell Westbrook. Pros and Cons. As well as what the future holds for this new "Big 3"! Please rate, subscribe, and share Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines. 

    Rumor SZN

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 48:11


    The Big 3 (Kadeem, Marlin, and Jeff) return to discuss the swirling NBA rumors. Make bold predictions on players the Lakers will or will not sign. Lastly, the fellas talk about some NFL and college football! Surprise Super Bowl contenders, Aaron Rodgers, Deshaun Watson, and finish with the SEC expansion. Please rate, share, and subscribe to Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines!

    Mental Health is Wealth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 9:33


    In this quick episode I touch on the topic of mental health. Checking on your strong friends and making sure you try to find your peace in life! Please make sure you subscribe, rate, and share!!!

    Lakers Breakdown (Pun Intended)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 73:12


    In Episode 32, Kadeem speaks with frequent guest Marlin Lewis (Host of Devil's Advocate podcast) and Jeff Cheatwood about everything Lakers. The good, the bad, and the injuries! Players they'd like to see stay and guys that can go home! Please rate, subscribe, and share! Marlin's podcast can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and Google Play!

    Lakers in 5!(?)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 10:19


    In this brand new episode Kadeem does a brief rundown of the Lakers playoff game against Phoenix! A quick rundown of other games and scores! Be sure to share, rate, and subscribe!

    Kobe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 15:36


    Kadeem reflects on the tragedy that took place January 26th, 2020 killing Kobe and Gianna (Gigi) Bryant, and 7 others. Kadeem does a celebration of Kobe's life and his many accomplishments. As well discusses the meaning of the Mamba Mentality! RIP Kobe and Gianna Bryant, John Altobelli, Keri Altobelli, Alyssa Altobelli, Christina Mauser, Sarah Chester, Payton Chester and Ara Zobayan. Follow Kadeem on Twitter @kadeem_gaines and please rate, subscribe, and share Necessary Conversations.

    Lakers Bubble Talk 3.0 *July 2020*

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2020 38:48


    An old episode Kadeem, Marlin, and Jeff discussed the Lakers at the time of the NBA bubble getting underway and what they expected from the New look Lakers with the acquisitions of Markieff Morris, Dion Waiters, and JR Smith. This is prior to the play in games and the finals!

    8:46

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2020 27:14


    Kadeem is back with a brand new episode of Necessary Conversations! In this latest episode Kadeem gives a review of the Dave Chappelle special. Talks about the Breonna Taylor case. Continuing the push for racial equality, the NBA, and more! Be sure to rate, share, and subscribe.

    Enough is Enough

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 23:06


    Rest in Peace, George Floyd. Kadeem has a no holds barred, Necessary conversation about the events that are transpiring in America. *Be warned, there is a lot of cursing* Nothing is sugarcoated in this episode! Please share, rate, and subscribe!

    The Last Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 30:27


    In episode 25, Kadeem does a brief recap of ESPN's The Last Dance! Also a breakdown of the Bulls franchise Post Michael Jordan. Later, Kadeem talks about the NBA returning, Young Money Radio, and Joe Rogan joining Spotify! Lastly, movie suggestions, the 10,000 hour method, and a commencement speech for 2020 graduates.

    Draft Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 68:05


    In Episode 24, Kadeem has reoccurring guest Forrest Reed on for a segment known as 2nd & 18! Kadeem and Forrest discuss the NFL draft and touch on when/if they think the 2020 NFL season will begin. Subscribe to the Youtube channel. Also subscribe to Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines on Apple Podcast and Spotify.

    Last Dances and Love Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 32:37


    In episode 23 Kadeem is back to discuss college football players that were special on Saturday, but didn't quite live up to the hype on Sunday! Answering social media questions. A brief recap on The Last Dance documentary. Lastly, new book recommendations and a discussion about Love and how to love. Be sure to rate, share, and subscribe!

    Quarantined with Kadeem

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 35:29


    In episode 22, Kadeem brings in a special guest to discuss the quarantined lifestyle. Movie and tv show reviews and recommendations! Homeschool life and much more! Next Kadeem takes questions from social media (21:15) from Twitter and IG. JCheatwood2, f.reed (IG), eklassb51, and codystanford3515 (IG) please share, rate, and subscribe!

    COVID19 Pandemic Podcasting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 34:10


    Kadeem Gaines returns for his first podcast of 2020 to discuss the coronavirus! Has the covid19 been here prior to the outbreak, and most importantly Social distancing.Brief thoughts on the passing of Kobe Bryant. Tom Brady is headed to Tampa Bay. Kadeem's top 5 NFL quarterback, running backs, and wide receivers of all. Lastly Kadeem introduces a new segment called Biggest Sell Out!

    NFL Week 6 Predictions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 30:01


    Forrest Reed and Kadeem discuss their predictions for the NFL week 6! They also do a brief recap of week 5 and discuss what's going on with the Browns and much more!

    NFL Week 5 Predictions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2019 43:20


    Forrest Reed is back for NFL Week 5 Predictions! Kadeem and Forrest discuss week 5 of the NFL and recap the week 4 games and Thursday night football. Forrest gives a thorough explanation on why Jay Gruden should no longer be the Head Coach of the Washington Redskins and a brief tangent on Gruden's alleged off the field views. Tune in this is a loaded episode! Make sure you share, subscribe, and rate!

    NFL Week 4 Pick'em!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019 39:14


    Kadeem and reoccurring guest and 2nd & 18 colleague Forrest Reed make their week 4 predictions in a segment called Pick'em! Also, a brief recap of week 3 in the NFL.

    NFL Week 3 Recap with Jeff Cheatwood

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2019 39:49


    Kadeem brings in reoccurring guest Jeff Cheatwood to break down Week 3 of the NFL. Including Tom Brady and his reign, the Patriots being 3-0 and their defense, Baker Mayfield vs. Daniel Jones and more! Rate, Subscribe, and Share!

    NFL Week 2 Predictions with Forrest Reed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2019 30:16


    We're back! Week 2, Forrest Reed and Kadeem Pick'em for the 2nd week! Kadeem and Forrest discuss week 1 the surprise winners, losers, and all things NFL! Share, Rate, Subscribe!

    The NFL Is Back! Week 1 Predictions with Forrest Reed

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2019 41:29


    Necessary Conversations 2nd & 18 segment guest Forrest Reed is back for the first week of the NFL discussion! Kadeem and Forrest give their winners and losers, and make Super Bowl predictions!

    College Football is Back!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2019 22:39


    College football is back! Kadeem discusses week 1 of CFB! And, some NFL discussion. The big trades, Andrew Luck's retirement, and a couple of Bold Predictions!

    All Things Discussed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2019 35:50


    After a stint away from the podcast Kadeem Gaines is back! Episode 13 is all inclusive! Talking NFL, NBA, Popeyes Chicken, and much much more! Make sure you rate, share, and subscribe to Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines.

    Parenthood Pt. 2 - School Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2019 22:45


    Kadeem discusses the school life! What the thought process of being a parent of a kid going to school for the first time is! As well as a kid that has been going to school for several years! The ends and outs of being the dad of a young daughter attending school for the first time and much more! This is an exciting time, but it's also an anxious time! School is back in session!

    Lakers Talk 2.0

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2019 52:54


    Episode 11! Kadeem returns to discuss everything Lakers with Jeff and Marlin! They discuss the Lakers offseason acquisitions and their thoughts on the upcoming season! Season outlook and who wins MVP! Make sure you subscribe to Marlin's podcast BMW WWE and follow Jeff on Twitter @ JCheatwood2

    GOAT Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2019 43:54


    Episode 10 of Necessary Conversations is here! This time Kadeem is joined by his big brother, Eugene Young! (2:00) Kadeem goes down memory lane with his brother about Eugene's outstanding high school athletics and collegiate career. They discuss growing up in not ideal situations. Overcoming those situations, and what the driving forces behind Eugene's success.

    Parenthood - Pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2019 33:44


    Kadeem breaks down what being a parent means to him and how drastically his life changed with children. How privileged children learn to deal with adversity and loses. Also, how to motivate and challenge kids and much more!

    Lack-There-Of - Blacks in Major League Baseball

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2019 37:05


    Episode 8 of Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines is here! Kadeem breaks down the lack of black players in Major League Baseball. Some theories as to why the number is so low, and what can be done to increase the numbers! This episode was made to create a dialogue so feel free to provide feedback and any suggestions!

    Episode 7 *Emergency*

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2019 43:44


    Episode 7 of Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines is here, and it's in EMERGENCY form! Kadeem breaks down the Blockbuster trade between the Los Angeles Lakers and the New Orleans Pelicans with 2 life long Laker fans Marlin Lewis (host of the podcast BMW WWE) and Jeff Cheatwood! (1:45). They give their reactions, what they think is the next move for the Lakers, and much more! Be sure to share, rate, and subscribe to Necessary Conversations. Also for wrestling fans check out BMW WWE on Apple Podcast!

    Episode 6 - Conversation with Forrest Reed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 53:55


    Episode 6 of Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines is here! Kadeem is back from his brief podcasting hiatus with his thoughts on the NBA finals and Kevin Durant's achilles injury. Kadeem is joined by Forrest Reed (1:44) for a segment they call Carpool Chronicles to discuss the NBA finals. Next they talk about Forrest's experience rupturing his achilles and the recovery process. The offseason and the potential Anthony Davis trade!

    Episode 5

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2019 43:49


    Episode 5 of Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines is here! Kadeem breaks this podcast into 3 segments. Reflection, Perspective, and Supportive. Kadeem gives his story of unknowingly dealing with depression and unfulfilled promises. Next, Kadeem discusses why the birth of his young daughter and mother being ill gives him a new perspective on life. Lastly Kadeem speaks on having a strong support group and why supportive attitudes are needed. Make sure you subscribe and share Necessary Conversations!

    Episode 4 - Conversation with Mitch Kulow

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2019 49:36


    Episode 4 of Necessary Conversations with Kadeem Gaines is here! Kadeem talks NBA playoffs. Specifically Golden State and their continued greatness without Kevin Durant. Kadeem also discusses his theory why Damian Lillard is struggling in the series and speaks on the Lakers new Head Coach hiring. Then, Kadeem is joined by longtime friend and entrepreneur Mitch Kulow (9:33). They discuss Mitch's University of Michigan fandom, basketball, baseball, and much more!

    Ep. 3 - Conversation with Gary Frazier

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2019 43:37


    On Episode 3 of Necessary Conversations, Kadeem Gaines is joined by collegiate football coach and personal trainer Gary Frazier (3:53). Kadeem and Gary discuss 405 Fitness, and what the gym experience includes. Next, they discuss Gary's remarkable athletic career, his mindset during competition, recruiting, how he became a coach, and much more! Be sure to subscribe share and rate Necessary Conversations!

    Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2019 43:34


    Episode 2 is here! In this Episode Kadeem discusses the outstanding playoff performances by Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Kawhi Leonard. The bizarre game 3 from Steph Curry and more NBA news. A few new music suggestions, book suggestions, and lastly a movie suggestion. Then Kadeem calls Gabrion Frazier! They discuss music and how Gabrion got started in music. Favorite rappers and plenty more! Please follow Gabrion on twitter @GabrionFrazier also his clothing line zephirxmip.bigcartel.com

    Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2019 40:24


    Episode one is here! In this episode Kadeem pays homage to the late, Great, Nipsey Hussle! Next Kadeem speaks on the NBA. His views on the postseason and his choice for MVP. Then Kadeem calls Forrest Reed and they discuss the OKC Thunder, and speak about football in a segment known as "2nd and 18".

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