Raptor Queens Podcast

A perfect season finale - our Annual Paul Jones episode! With the man who has brought the game to millions with his broadcasting over the years, we got history, we got context, and we have got TEAM AWARDS - MIP, MVP, DPOY, ROTY, and Fan Favorite! Some agreements, some runners-up and acknowledgments all around. The future's so bright, we gotta wear shades. Highlights from 30th anniversary commemoration, and some intriguing playoff story-lines. Thanks to all of our long-time listeners, keep spreading the Raptors word!  You're gonna want to ride this wave!

It's the final round of the tankathon tournament and seven teams are competing HARD for the bottom five spots in the league. Should the Raptors compete harder? What's the game play man?  Opinions are divided.  A hard left turn into a next season forecast: Will Ja'Kobe Walter leap frog Gradey Dick in the rotation? Special Guest Zulfi Sheikh weighs in, and also gives us some insider scoop on Jonathan Mogbo's development and Raptors locker room vibes. Bonus question: which non-Raptor do we want to win a championship this year? 

**JOINED BY SPECIAL GUEST IMMAN ADAN**Craving Raptors content during this AS break? We've got you covered with analysis of the Brandon Ingram trade, stats that highlight his game and his fit with the Raptors. How will the offense look?  Can he co-exist with Scottie in the mid-range? Then we look at the controversies of All Star weekend. It's a weekend for players and fans but somehow the NBA marketing team forgot about the fan part. What worked? What didn't? Of course our feature segment--King of the North and Court Jester. And a free ranging discussion about centers, the 3 ball and media treatment of Joel Embiid. We got thoughts. Join us! Canada's first all women podcast in Season 6 of covering the Toronto Raptors.

We're back! January was an unexpectedly fun month in Raptors Land and we identify some of the factors leading to TOR being one of the hottest teams in the league ATM. Can't NOT talk about the bombshell trade on the weekend: Luka for AD. Who won? Who lost? Our feature segment--King of the North/Joker. Sure is fun to talk about something other than existential crises and politics! 

It's a WINNING STREAK and if you need a excellent pairing with your holiday season hot chocolate, we got you. After a fun week of close and exciting games, we analyze some key contributors--the rookies. In depth looks at Shead, Walter, Mogbo and Battle, their development to this point and what the future might hold. After Scottie's masterpiece against the Pacers, we have The Conversation--about leadership. Does Scottie have it? How does it sync with the Raptors coaching style? Of course, our feature segment King of the North and Joker of the Week. We finish with observations about which NBA is worse than its record. Check us out! Canada's first women led podcast covering the Toronto #Raptors

**Incoming*  The latest Raptors Queens pod has dropped. After RJ Barrett's triple double performance and his 39-piece, we look at the nitty gritty of his transformation from "toxic asset" to offensive centerpiece, how he has developed, how the eventual return of Scottie and IQ will affect RJ and his ceiling. And a simmering debate breaks out between Sarah and Alison about Jakob Poeltl's role in the Raptors eventual ascendance. The only agreement is that time will tell. As always, our King of the North and Joker of the week segment. Some Philly schadenfreude and it's delicious. Finally our predictions for upcoming games. Check us out...our 6th season covering the Toronto Raptors.

Never in a million years did we imagine the team would start 2-6 and we'd be talking about this team in positive terms, but this young Raptors team is a fresh, energized group playing competitive developmental basketball that is FUN to watch!  Let us introduce you to our new players: Jamal Shead, Jonathon Mogbo Davion Mitchell and Ja'Kobe Walter! A look at trends and early returns. Our feature segment--King of the North and Joker of the Week where we roast or toast our players, plus a few NBA storylines. We back for our sixth season of coverage...a labour of love and passion for our Toronto Raptors!

THE ANNUAL PAUL JONES EPISODE! We're joined by legendary Raptors play-by-play broadcaster Paul Jones. Paul has been with the team from its inception and knows a thing or two about franchise history. Who better than Paul than to provide some perspective on the way forward?  On the ferris wheel of the NBA, where are the Raptors now? Lowlights of the season. Highlights of the season. Sports fandom is a weird thing!

****Special Guest Tre Heath @Pullup_Tre****Join us for our post deadline episode and our wide ranging discussion about who's in, who's out and what the rest of the year will look like. Why isn't Chris Boucher getting playing time? Why is RJ thriving with the Raptors where he struggled with the Knicks? Will Darko be the Raptors Coach next year? How will the new CBA impact the league and the Raptors moves going forward?  Are the Raptors even worth watching anymore?  (ABSOLUTELY YES AND WE WILL TELL YOU WHY!)    We the North, let's gooooo!!

**Special Guest Zulfi Sheikh @zulfi_sheikh**After 2 years of rumours, Pascal Siakam was traded to the Indiana Pacers. Emotions are high: sadness, betrayal, anticipation, relief...all post-break-up emotions are valid and possible in the biggest Raptors break-up since Demar Derozan. How did it all go wrong? Did the Raptors receive fair returns for an All-NBA player? How are the Raptors positioned? We look at the highlights of Masai's presser...lots of tea leaves to read.  A discussion of our favorite memories of Pascal Siakam both on and off the court - trust us you'll be thinking he's The One Who Got Away.  Our feature King of the North and Jester of the Week. And finally, predictions for the next 4 games. Zulfi sends us off on a note of optimism.

****Special Guest Jamar Hinds**** When all appeared most gloomy, a NY (New Years) miracle happened...a trade. Now the Raptors have a winning streak along with fresh optimism and dare we say it - a balanced roster??  We analyze initial impressions of the trade, impact on the floor and which players will benefit...how we see this roster come together and who might be on the outside looking in. Our feature segment King of the North/Joker where Jamar tells a great story about a fan who will go to any lengths. Of course, a tribute to OG's finest moments as a Raptor.. Hint--he will be missed.Let's keep the faith--WE WILL WIN AGAIN IN TORONTO.

The quarter mark the seasons, and the Raptors are decidedly mediocre. The Front Office is evaluating but what questions are they asking? What questions should they be asking? And what answers are they finding? The Raptors Queens discuss what is ailing the team, the lack of identity, primary issues and where the organization goes from here. Some frustration, some hope, and some musings. This is a sport we love and a team we love and we ride or die with our guys!

We back!  In our 5th year of covering the Toronto Raptors! We've got analysis. We've got fun AND we've got love for the game. First up, our observations as credentialed media for a Raptors home game, behind the scenes. Then a detailed breakdown of early season trends and issues, some worrisome and some positive. Our King of the North and Joker of the Week, where in an unlikely turn of events, the Raptors medical staff gets called out. And the latest from the James Harden saga - how far away is the next trade demand? Then a fun segment on NBA villains - never forget, never forgive. If you love hoops and love the Raptors, you'll probably love us. Spread the word!

Parting is such sweet sorrow. Nick Nurse fired - where did it all go wrong? How to fix it? We discuss roster construction, chemistry, short leashes and long goodbyes. And what's to be gleaned from Masai's post season comments? We've got that too,  along with a look back at Nick's best moments and we give tribute to a bold creative coach.  Thanks to our listeners for all your support and thanks to @jamarbh @Imman_Adan @AdonMoss for joining us as VERY special guests. A special thanks to @FreddieRivas who also joined us for a fabulous episode which we lost to tech issues. Next year Freddie!  Stay Raptors fans!

It's here! End of the season awards for the Raptors and the NBA as handed out by the Raptor Queens. Hard to believe 82 games have been played but now we're focused on the play-in. The 3 keys to a Raptors W and we expect our analysis will age well. Feeling melancholy about what could have been for our team this year? Well, do we have some snarky perspective from around the league for you! And the gambling problem...it's big and it's getting bigger and we don't like it. Join us--Canada's first women led podcast covering your Toronto Raptors

Play-in with our special guest Adon Moss aka "37-year-old Kyle Lowry" from Raptors Republic! We examine potential play-in matchups - which teams are more favorable/less favorable for the Raptors to get into the play-offs? Are season series records with IND, CHI, BKN ATL viable indicators of post-season success? What is the ONE thing the Raptors must do to improve their D.  And of course of feature segment--King of the North/Joker of the week. Then a look at the down and dirty of technical fouls in light of Fred's and Luka's fines. How much does this actually cost a player? How does the league root out referee bias? How is the whistle affecting games? Then predictions on most likely teams in the East and West to grab  a series upset. You know the drill: check out Canada's very first all women podcast covering your Toronto Raptors 

Incoming! New episode with special guest Imman Adan from Yahoo Sports/Dishes and Dimes. We look at the recent 5 game road trip and what went wrong....some fixable, some roster driven and some intangible. Fair criticism with a dash of hope for the future. If you're in a funk over the Raptors season, this segment will lighten the burden of a losing record. Our feature segment, King of the North/Jester...odds of 3 different people making the same choice? And a fun look at under and overrated players in the league aka what do Lonzo Ball,Bradley Beal, and Gordon Hayward have in common? Join us...Canada's first women led podcast covering the Toronto Raptors #wethenorth

New episode alert: with special guest Jamar Hinds. 20 games left and we've got analysis on the Raptors D and O since the trade deadline.  We diverge into analysis of other favorite teams around the league and revisit our preseason predictions: what we got right, wrong and which predictions we are waiting to play out! Some Philly slander - can't help it - and our King of the North segment. Then reflections on the hot mess in Atlanta--who's to blame? We had so much fun with this episode that we had to condense topics...alas, more for next time. Join us, Canada's first all female podcast covering your Toronto Raptors, going strong in our 4th season of content

Incoming Post Trade Deadline Special. We assess the impact of Jakob Poeltl on  the Raptors offence, what he brings and how the schemes might change. How does this trade stack up against the expectations of the fanbase? Is there a grand plan? Did the trades of KD and Kyrie diminish opportunities available for the Raptors to make further moves? We have thoughts. A deep dive into the highlights of Masai's post deadline presser. He may speak like a diplomat but the future is clear as Masai lays it out. Apologies for the delay between episodes...tech issue but we back! #wethenorth

The Raptor Queens latest episode, unscripted as we weigh in on the topic everyone's talking about - The Raptors...Slump. We look at the reasons and yes, we had a lot to choose from, but our answers may surprise you. Trade talk is heating up - Do Bobby and Masai jump on roster moves? History may be the teacher here. Of course, our King of the North segment; disclaimer: Our Court Jester segment veers into the human hierarchy of needs and hygiene products. And finally, who among is doesn't like a big juicy schadenfreude sandwich with plenty of salty condiments....a look around the league at other teams floundering. Misery loves company. We remain loyal fans here at Canada's first all women podcast covering the Toronto Raptors. We believe!#wethenorth

Raptor Queens coming your way to kick-off a slower Raptors schedule for the next 2 weeks. Think the Raptors have been bitten bad by the injury bug? Some surprising context...as bad as you imagined or better than you thought? What happens with OG when Pascal returns? Does his usage return to "normal" or will OG be a featured option in the offence? King of The North and Court Jester of the Week--nobody is wrong here. Around the league, who is likely to be worse than their record would indicate? We love hoops and we hope it shows! Join us - Canada's first women led podcast covering the Toronto Raptors #wethenorth

Raptors Queens incoming with early-seasons trends and analysis. Some positive surprises, and some glaring weaknesses. Who is the Raptors most-impactful player to start the season? There are at least 2 right answers. How has the Raptors offence changed from last season? How is Scottie's role shifting? Also, the first in a periodic series of player tributes - a heartfelt shout-out to Canada's own Chris Boucher. Finally, some props to Milwaukee showing the league how it's done, and well...then there's Brooklyn. Join us - Canada's first women led podcast covering the Toronto Raptors #wethenorth

Holla! Celebrating our 4th season of Toronto Raptors coverage, ad-free. No lawn care or mattress sales, just good vibe coverage of your favorite team.  We kick off the season with an in-depth look at the Raptors first week in action, with a special focus on the young guys - Scottie, Dalano, Precious, Malachi, and rookie Christian Koloko. What do we like and what on earth does Malachi gotta do to get minutes? Return of our regular King of the North and Court Jester segments. Then we cast our eye around the NBA and our picks for the funnest (non-Raptor) teams and the very worst. Historic grudges revealed. Then some wild and hilarious tongue-in-cheek predictions the upcoming year. Join us! Canada's first women led podcast covering the #TorontoRaptors.

What a week!  From 3-0 to 3-2 and a fighting chance. We look at games 3-5, the broad strokes and the standouts, who is winning the battle of the coaches, and of course give kudos to the freshly minted ROTY. Yes, we are all up in our feels. Raptors fans may need therapy, but what about the Philly fans booing their own team and leaving before the end of a playoff game? We got thoughts. And no self-respecting podcast would be complete without acknowledging Boston's sweep of the Nets so we indulge in mockery and slander. Higher ambitions indeed. Join us! Canada's first all women podcast covering the Toronto Raptors.

It's here! The Annual Paul Jones Episode just in time for the playoffs. Paul has been there with broadcast calls and analysis since the Raptors inaugural season and believe us, he's seen it all. Wanna know how the Raptors stand in their first round matchup with the Sixers? We look at both sides of the ball, where the advantage lies on O and on D. Who's got the edge behind the bench?  Big picture--how much pressure is on Philly leadership? Need some slander and defamation? Then you'll love our hard hitting piece on the Lakers. Where does the fault lie? Some may say Rob Pelinka. Some may say too many cooks spoil the broth. Or that the cook was drunk. Or used ingredients that were "off". Hilarity ensues. We end with Toronto Raptors post season awards: Raptors MVP, MIP, 6th Man and a consensus ROTY.  Canada's first women led podcast covering your Toronto Raptors, joined by legend and broadcast statesman, the brilliant and funny Paul Jones.

New episode today with very special guest, THE Samson Folk, beloved #RaptorsRepublic writer and podcaster. A run down of the Raptors record over the past two weeks then we hit the ROTY conversation hard. Samson brings his meticulous attention to detail, brilliant analysis of what makes Scottie Barnes great. One of the Raptor Queens throws in a provocative comparison. But WILL Scottie be ROTY? Then a dive into Precious Achiuwa. What is his ceiling? One of the Queens is taking the cautious approach in evaluating, another is all-in on Precious,  and Samson brings the eloquent reasoning/astute observations. Of course, King of the North and Court Jester. Then we cast our eye around the league and speculate on some of the biggest disappointments to this point. Thrilled to be joined by this Raptors media legend! Join us here at Canada's first women led podcast covering the Toronto Raptors #wethenorth

All Star Week! Our Raptors aren't back in action until Friday night but there's still a lot of ball to talk. A look at where we stand 57 games in, the expectations and the reality. A retrospective with some of our preseason predictions and some of those takes were bang on.  Then we examine the shifting Eastern Conference dynamics and premature playoff predictions following the trade deadline. Who won? Who lost? Who stood pat? Will the elusive "Team Chemistry" give one team an edge. Listener fave feature--King of the North and Court Jester where this time, we each nominate a winner for the season to this point. And some bold predictions for the week's upcoming games. Join us, Canada's first women led podcast covering the Toronto #Raptors #wethenorth

Need an excellent pairing with your morning coffee? Check out the @RaptorQueens for analysis of the 6-game win streak, emerging trends in the half-court, on D, and in the clutch, and standout individual performances. What a streak it has been! The team is coalescing in front of our eyes and we have your coverage along with some pre-trade deadline rumours swirling around both the Raptors and the NBA at large. Our feature segment--King of the North/Court Jester--always fun. Finally we end with predictions and some schadenfreude. Join us, Canada's first women led podcast covering the #Raptors.

Holla! Raptor Queens have your week of coverage and what a week it was! 6-0 winning streak comes to a halt with a loss against the Suns but we have your coverage of the games vs Jazz, Bucks and Pels too. Let us tell you, there was lots to talk about, not the least of which is your #NBAAllStar #FredVanVleet. Could he even be in the **gasp** MVP conversation? Should he? Our fun King of the North/Court Jester segment where the obvious isn't always obvious. Then a look at the current trade talk. Will it be a quiet trade deadline or a frenzy? Finally, predictions for the upcoming games vs DET MIL MIA. Join us in our 3rd season...Canada's first all women podcast covering the Toronto Raptors. Ad-free, as always. This is a labour of love.

Welcome special guest @AdamCorsair, podcasting legend and host of @southofthe6ix! The Raptors team is fully healthy for the first time all season, so of course, the first question we need to ask is: "Who do you trade? FVV, Siakam or OG?"  Agreement is hard to come by. Predictions and hopes to the All-Star Break: Will FVV be an all-star? Where will the Raptors sit in the standings? And which Raptor won't be a Raptor any longer?  The takes are hot, and altogether inconsistent with the takes given just moments ago. Our feature segments -King of the North and Court Jester, followed by a break from the Raptors as we look at interesting stories from around the League. Finally predictions for this week's games. Join us for this special podcast! #rtz

It's that time of the year....Report Card Time. We're one quarter of the way into the 2021-22 NBA season. The Raptors are the youngest team in the league, full of potential and aspirations, fronted by a leadership group led by Masai Ujiri. And we all remember what Masai promised: "We will win again in Toronto." Today we look at the players and assign performance grades. The Raptors Queens seldom agree and the First Quarter report is no different. Who gets an A+? Who gets a C? Then we look at First Q King of the North and Court Jester. Then predictions for upcoming games vs OKC, NYK and SAC. Join us--Canada's first female led podcast covering the Toronto #Raptors.

End of week 4 in the NBA and the Raptor Queens have analysis for the Boston, Philly and Detroit games...what we saw, who stood out and who showed out. Is the Casey Curse a thing? An in-depth look at Fred VanVleet and his evolution into a premier PG, his growth and his leadership qualities. A distinction between hard work vs. effort, and the effortless of Scottie Barnes.  And it's not just Fred - the whole Raptors experiment is ballsy! Then our King of the North/Court Jester segment. Hint: the funniest thing came with a price tag. A look at league fisticuffs and an interesting theory by @kalillionaire. We end with predictions for this week's upcoming games. Join us this week and every week! Canada's first women led podcast covering the Toronto #Raptors #wethenorth

3 weeks into the 2021-2022 NBA season, the Toronto Raptors are turning heads, breaking ankles and busting out WWF moves. We've got just the coverage you need. We start with a look at the games vs NYK, Washington, Cleveland and Brooklyn, what we saw, the stats and the standout performances. A couple of concerns too. Were our predictions correct? Our King of the North/Court Jester segment where @kalillionaire slyly slides in an honourable mention. That's what happens when we're so excited to have hoops back in Canada and are so stoked for the growth of this team! Return of the Rapid Fire Quiz--Sarah on the hotseat today. Did NOT expect to be speculating on Adam Silver's undergarments. And what does a successful return for Pascal look like this year? We have definite ideas and we are ALL aboard the Pascal Revenge Train. Finally, predictions for the upcoming games. Uncharacteristic indecision but ultimately a prediction against an old friend, now foe. Join us! We're now in our third season--Canada's first women led podcast covering the Toronto #Raptors #wethenorth #rtznow

What a week! The Raptor Queens are here to analyze a surprisingly successful week as the Raptors faced Chicago, Orlando and Indiana (twice), going 3-1 over the week for a 4-3 record overall. Lots of positives, encouraging signs and standout performances. What we saw, who excelled and who needs reps. Our regular King of the North and Court Jester segment. Then a fun rapid fire quiz with Alison Hope on the hotseat: how irritating is GTJ to play against, fav All Canadian NBA lineup and more smart and funny questions. Then top 3 non-Raptor NBA players we are cheering for. Finally next week's predictions...somebody is bold. Join us here on Canada's first female led podcast covering the #Toronto Raptors #BallisLife #wethenorth

Holla! The Toronto Raptors are 3 games in to the 2021-22 season and the #RaptorQueens are here with breakdowns of last week's games vs WAS, BOS and DAL. We look at the good, the bad, the ugly and the very ugly, but there are plenty of silver linings. Our favourite moments from the home opener after 600 days of absence, what didn't work and the big picture. And who doesn't love a win over the Celtics?Of course, our King of the North and Court Jester segment with surprisingly sentimental choices. Then we look Around the League at the drama in LAL, BKN and Philly. One of the Raptor Queens reminds us of her assessment of "The Spectacle" last year and was she right! We love hoops and we think it shows! Come and join us. We're Canada's first women led podcast covering the #TorontoRaptors #wethenorth

Welcome back to Raptors Basketball, and welcome to the 3rd season of Raptor Queens Podcast!  Fresh off the news about a full house at Scotiabank Arena, we are stoked to start off with our impressions about the Raptors entirely renovated roster. It's an entirely new look and @kalillionaire and @canoegirrl discuss their observations. Hint: the words "fun" and "exciting" may have been used. In the feature Raptors segment, the @raptorqueens identify a skill/attribute that they see as an area of improvement for each roster player. One source of agreement and some sharp eyed takes. Up next, an analysis of the Eastern Conference hierarchy, prima donna drama and is a 2020/21 player with MVP type play for real? Who is it? You'll have to check it out. Fun, passionate and smart--that's us. Join us! We're Canada's first women led podcast covering the #TorontoRaptors #wethenorth #rtz

Rested and refreshed! Raptor Queens latest episode drops with a our fondest memories of the GROAT, Kyle Lowry. Some obscure observations, some funny reminiscing, some all time standout performances...we got you with our memories of what Kyle meant to us. Off season moves and a caution about expectations.   And the key free agency signing, Masai Ujiri--exactly why is Ujiri so deeply loved and what are his standout leadership qualities? Then we look around the league at some puzzling FA moves and the latest in the Ben Simmons drama. Know where there's no drama??  @raptorqueens that's where. Join us, Canada's first women led pod covering the Raptors. Ball is indeed life #wethenorth#rtz

Raptor Queens are thrilled to be joined by Freddie Rivas, host of Confederacy of Dunks Podcast! A comedian, a gardener and an all around fun guy.  We start off by looking at the LAL, LAC, WAS and MEM games--what we saw, what we liked, didn't like. Some analysis of the young prospects. Had a little fun with a hypothetical game that all fans can play. We'd love to hear your questions. Of course, King of the North and Court Jester...some shade thrown Adam Silver's way. Then we turn our attention to the play-in teams. Who is likely to be the toughest out, in each conference? A little Masai conjecture then we finish with predictions. What a year it's been...Tampa, injuries, COVID. As bad as it's been, many people and countries have actually suffered. It's all about context. It's a game--the game we love so join us!

We back! We hope you missed us and we sure did miss you. Today we discuss changes to the team over the past 8 weeks.  The #Raptors have been remade and  @kalillionaire and @canoegirrl break down their observations. Is this still Kyle's team? Who is the heir apparent?  What are Malachi's strengths? Fred? Where is the future? And the Queens analyze the C spot. What are they seeing? Looking to the future, who is unlikely to return next year and an interesting question that provokes a difference of opinion. And reflections on the momentous Derek Chauvin murder verdict. Change is gonna come. And finally predictions for upcoming games. And an unlikely somebody is AUDACIOUS in her predictions. Join us! Celebrating our Toronto Raptors every day of the year! #wethenorth

Hola! New episode up! The Raptor Queens pull out their magnifying glasses and examine the details of three impressive wins over the Bucks, the Bucks and the 76ers. We breakdown what we saw and review all three games in all of their glorious detail. Also shine a light on the Bucks? Is it dysfunction we see? King of the North and Court Jester of the Week here for you. @bosslady26 dishes on our Tea Time Segment. Chris Boucher, 6MOTY or MIP or both? And what do we think about the All Star Game? Finally, predictions? One game down since we recorded, another tonight and one Raptor Queen is on track with her predictions? Wonder who? Join us! Canada's first all women podcast covering the #Raptors #wethenorth

New episode incoming! @kalillionaire and @canoegirrl examine the ORL, BKN, ATL and MEM games, broad strokes and details that caught our eyes. One of the Raptor Queens has been critical of Fred. What's she saying now? The Queens serve up some juicy observations about those Nets. Then a closer look at Deandre' Bembry, his tenure in ATL and what he brings. Is he displacing a teammate with similar skills? Of course #1 - King of the North and #2 - Court Jester of the Week. So good to have several possible candidates for #1. #2? You'll just have to check it out. Tea Time...best selling Raptors jersey in a faraway market, KLOW's home for sale, Nikola Jokic mocks himself and which NBA coach will be the first to be fired. Finally, is Philly for real? We got opinions. Check us out! Canada's first women led podcast covering the Toronto Raptors! #RTZ #wethenort

We are delighted to reveal our special guest, LOUIS ZATZMAN. Louis is a multi-talented writer for the #RaptorsRepublic --be sure give him a follow if you haven't already. The Queens hear the latest on the Raptors post game scrum With Nick Nurse... some interesting reporting here. Louis provides a report card on the first quarter of the season bright lights, dim bulbs and his thoughts on possible trade. Next up? All things OG Anunoby and some wildly fun speculation. Ever wondered why you can't pick out double-how screens at game speed? Louis explains why. And of course , the KING OF THE NORTH and JOKER of the week rapid fire style. Finally we conclude our segments with Around the League where we each identify a team that we think is better than its record. Thanks again Lous--- we forgot to mention, the contract is out in the mail- we are committing you to an annual episode.

Another Raptors podcast for your listening pleasure. Sarah Kalil @kalillionaire and Alison Hope @canoegirrl examine the Raptors 5 games home-stand--the big picture and the details around the edges. Did you see the same trends/rough spots as the Queens? A look at Fred with an opinionated take. And of course King of the North and Court Jester of the week. Tea Time features a look at some big men past and present who really shouldn't be pointing any fingers. A look at the seismic trade that changed the roster on 4 teams...where will the dominoes fall? Our predictions for next week's games. Do the optimistic and the pragmatist agree? Join us, Canada's first female led podcast covering the Toronto #Raptors.

Perplexing week and the Queens are here for it. We review the Raptors 5-game-in-7-day stretch and analyze the trends, who impressed and who needs reps. Are we hitting the panic button? Our feature segments, King of the North and Joker of the Week. We don't usually agree so is this week any different? Around the League, we look at attrition from both injuries and COVID. The Queens are wondering what's going on in Brooklyn. Isn't everyone? Finally, predictions for the weeks upcoming games. We're Canada's first women led podcast covering your Toronto #Raptors. Join us!#RTZ

Episode 41 drops now! #Raptors fans looking for solid balanced analysis while #RTZ Twitter is freaking out? We got you. As always, we break down the week that was....big picture and the smaller moving parts. How ugly is it? And what about Pascal's struggles? Fan favorite segments King of the North and Joker of the Week--what we saw. Tea Time with some quirky stories, absent any strip club indiscretions (LAC and HOU

Happy First Anniversary to us, Canada's first women led podcast covering the Toronto Raptors. We are delighted to bring you year two of analysis, game breakdowns, fan favourites King of the North, Court Jester, Tea Time and Around the League. Join us for Season 2! @Kalillionaire @BossLady263 @canoegirrl discuss Week 1 for the Toronto Raptors. What did we see? Are we concerned? How does Coach Nurse orchestrate and optimize the roster? Observations now that Giannis is off the board...hint, it's not all gloom and doom. King of the North is fun with one of the Queens choosing her perennial favourite, one choosing a standout player and the third Raptor Queen breaking the tie. Gotta say, Around the League is an absolute riot as the Queens rip on the only NBA player who sees "no big deal" with a 51 point loss. Narcissism? Personal accountability blindspot? We dish. Sonali is on fire, Alison is outraged and Sarah moderates the hilarity. Each Queens highlights NBA teams who have made impactful roster moves. And finally predictions for upcoming games---PHI, NYK, NOL. Join us! Canada's first all women #Raptors pod where we're smart and funny and we know it #humblebrag #wethenorth #RTZ

The pre-season is underway and the Raptor Queens have some things to say. We cover the new Raptors Roster - who we'll miss and what we're looking forward to - and share our wild predictions for the upcoming season. Which Raptors will be traded? Who will have a break-out season? Why aren't those front office contracts signed yet? Around the League - drama ensues: would you sign James Harden to the Raptors? Which team messed up the most during the off-season? The Queens kick off the season with all things Raptors, and look forward to everything to come!#RTZ #wethenorth #Raptors

We're BACK! Missing hoops, sharpening our pencils and looking hard at free agency. Who is a good fit and why? Do the Raptors bet on Fred? The Raptor Queens are divided. Team Time...hot rods, hot threads, and...is there a doctor (PhD) in the house? Catch the latest Raptors updates. Then, the Queens roll up their sleeves and get down to work on some delicious Clippers slander. Kawhi - regrets? Pass the wings! It gets a little saucy. Any mutual interest between the Raptors and Demar? We pay due respect to a Raptors legend and identify some landing spots. Hint: not Toronto. Welcome to @AngelaC928 who joins @auxiliarythings and @canoegirl. Angela's got the chops and real eye for hoops. East side Raptor Queens shout out our West Side sisters. #RTZ #wethenorth #Raptors

Last pod of the season. Personal reflections of the EC Semi. A lotta grief, a little optimism from an unexpected source. Then a Raptors report card as the Raptor Queens grade each rotation player over the season and for the playoffs. A little trade speculation on the side. What about draft targets? What is Masai looking for? Around the League is a delicious tapas of salty Clipper tears, a sweet PG creampuff, slightly overdone Kawhi with a bitter meringue and the Rockets...recommended by the sommelier---vague on the palate, with notes of over ambition and unfulfilled promise. It may be the end of the Raptors season but it's not the end of the Raptors Queens. Watch for draft coverage, free agent signings, Masai Watch and training camp news. The future is uncertain, our world is in flux but one sure thing - Canada's first women-led Raptors podcast is here with you, for you. Stay safe! #RTZ #wethenorth #Raptors

Incoming! Latest Raptor Queens pod has dropped. Anchored by @kalillionaire, the Queens breakdown the defensive coverages by the Raps and look into the Celtics hand of cards. (Hint, we're not seeing a royal flush). Sarah and @canoegirl each identify what they see as the key to containing Boston. King of the North and Court Jester are always fun. Alison goes all in the Raptors GOAT....once again. Bubble Tea Time with some team wholesomeness and unbearable cuteness. Does having family in the Bubble help or hinder? Around the League, the Queens examine the other 3 series and OF COURSE we have opinions. Join us! Canada's first women led #Raptors pod, where we're smart and funny and we know it #humblebrag

Welcome to the Raptors Queens Clean Sweep Pod. Join us for jubilation, exaltation and virtual high-fives. The Queens recap the series against the Nets and discuss the future of the Raptors Round 1 opponent. A whole lotta Nick Nurse love and a celebration of his COTY award. Our regular features - King of the North and Jester of the Week - we've got laughs. And of course, a Boston preview: like match-ups, coverages, and our predictions. Wondering about Playoff P? The Queens roast a poseur to the title. LUKA! Join 4 smart women who know and love hoops. Right here. Right now.