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This podcast consists of sports news, debates, and discussions around social issues in the US intertwined with the sports we love.

Miles Johnson


    • Oct 16, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 17m AVG DURATION
    • 183 EPISODES


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    Dion Waiters on playing with LeBron-Kyrie, KD-Russ, Heat culture, Philly roots, and Syracuse days | Legends Live Forever S2 Ep1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 124:31


    Welcome to Legends Live Forever, a new series from Real Talk with MJ, presented by Be The Renaissance. In this episode, we sit down with NBA veteran Dion Waiters as he reflects on his journey from the streets of Philly to the bright lights of the NBA. Dion opens up about his time at Syracuse, the pressures of the NBA Draft, playing alongside LeBron James, and winning a championship with the Miami Heat. He also shares personal stories about overcoming adversity, the lessons he's teaching his son, and his mantra to "bet on yourself and double down." This episode is packed with raw emotion, untold stories, and inspiring insights from a true legend. Tune in for an unfiltered look into Dion's life, his rise to the top, and how his legacy continues to inspire.

    Knicks Overrated, Eagles' Cooper Dejean must start, NFL Week 5 Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 24:42


    In this episode of Real Talk with MJ, we're breaking down the latest in Philly sports and beyond. Eagles GM Howie Roseman has made some questionable offseason moves, but why is he avoiding criticism? I'll dive into why he should be held more accountable for the team's struggles. I'm also calling for Cooper DeJean to start in the slot over Avonte Maddox—his skills could be the game-changer the Eagles need. Shifting to basketball, the 76ers have high hopes for Jared McCain, but is he ready to make an impact? Meanwhile, the Knicks are getting a lot of hype, but I'll explain why I think they're overrated. Plus, stick around for my NFL Week 5 predictions, including a few surprises. Tune in for all the real talk and expert analysis you've come to expect!

    Nick Sirianni Coaching Meltdown, Hurts Over Dak & Lamar, Defense Showing Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 24:40


    In this episode, MJ discusses Nick Sirianni's inexcusable decisions on offense, Jalen Hurts being more clutch than Dak Prescott and Lamar Jackson, and the Eagles' defense showing up with their backs against the wall.

    Eagles look a lot like last year, Nick Sirianni's struggles, and Jalen Carter rant

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 25:47


    In this episode, MJ dives into the Philadelphia Eagles' similarities to last year's squad, examining their weaknesses after week two. MJ also tackles head coach Nick Sirianni's struggles, and what they mean for the team's future. Finally, MJ gives a passionate rant about rookie standout Jalen Carter and the former rookie standout reportedly being late to a team meeting, which was why he didn't start against the Falcons.

    Saquon to Philly, Jason Kelce retirement, Cowboys "zoo" comments, and Eagles free agency | Philly Phrenzy #5

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 32:57


    In this episode of Philly Phrenzy, MJ opens with Jason Kelce's retirement and how much Jalen Hurts will be under to be the face of the franchise. MJ gives his take on who should be the Eagles next running back between Sequin Barkley or D'Andre Swift. And MJ says why he wants CJ Gardner-Johnson and Justin Simmons as his dream safety scenario. There bonus NBA topics about the Sixers, Celtics and Clippers at the end! Social Platforms: https://linktr.ee/realtalkwithmj Beats: https://matthewwalkeriv.cargo.site/

    Sirianni needing Big Dom, Haasan Reddick trade, Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown criticism | Philly Phrenzy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 17:49


    In episode 4 of Philly Phrenzy, MJ talks about reports that Nick Sirianni needs Big Dom on the sidelines, Haasan Reddick's trade status and developing stories circling around Jalen Hurts leadership and AJ Brown beef with Philly media.

    Rayquan Smith Episode | S2 Ep 3 | Real Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 28:36


    Rayquan "King of N.I.L." Smith joins Real Talk with MJ for season 2 episode 3. The "King of N.I.L. with over 80 deals shared his secret sauce in how he accumulated so many partnerships, the life of a college athlete, his time at Virginia Union, advice for athletes and more!

    49ers the new Cowboys, Mahomes vs. Brady GOAT debate, Kelce bumps Reid | Philly Phrenzy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 27:51


    On episode 3 of Philly Frenzy, MJ reacts to the Chiefs defeating the 49ers 25-22. MJ says the 49ers are the California Cowboys, gives his take on Patrick Mahomes vs. Tom Brady debate and reacts to the Travis Kelce hate.

    Trade Embiid, Hurts leadership, Super Bowl prediction | Philly Phrenzy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 27:23


    In the second episode of Philly Phrenzy, MJ clarifies his statement on why the Philadelphia Sixers should look into trading Joel Embiid, discusses questions about Jalen Hurt's leadership, and gives his official prediction of who will win the Super Bowl.

    Embiid's injury, Maxey 50 ball, thoughts on Eagles' new coaching staff | Philly Phrenzy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 28:33


    In the first official episode of Philly Phrenzy, MJ talks about Joel Embiid tearing his meniscus after coming back from injury, Tyrese Maxey dropping 51 points in a close win over the Utah Jazz, and the Philadelphia Eagles' new coaching staff hires. Social Platforms: https://linktr.ee/realtalkwithmj Beats: https://matthewwalkeriv.cargo.site/

    DeWayne Carter | S2 Ep 1 | Real Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 52:33


    Duke football's first ever three-time captain, DeWayne Carter, joins Real Talk with MJ for a special bonus episode.

    Mo'Ne Davis Episode | S2 Ep 1 | Real Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 53:14


    This is the first episode of season 2 of Real Talk with MJ! The special guest for this episode is none other than Mo'Ne Davis. You may know Mo'Ne as the 13 year old girl who shocked the world with her dominance in the Little League World Series in 2014, but here we dive into competitive edge is stronger than ever. Social Platforms: https://linktr.ee/realtalkwithmj Follow Mo'Ne Twitch channel: https://www.twitch.tv/moneyybag_mo Beats: https://matthewwalkeriv.cargo.site/

    Episode 152 OGDaBeast talks Philadelphia Eagles, Jalen Hurts and NBA GOAT debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 82:48


    In episode 151, OGdaBeast Sports aka "Chris Walker" joins Real Talk with MJ for a Philadelphia Eagles special. OG talks about the Eagles expectations this season, whether or not Jalen Hurts will take that next step and at the end of the episode gets in a fierce debate with MJ and Kobe about who is the GOAT between LeBron James and Michael Jordan. Follow OGdaBeast Sports: https://www.instagram.com/ogdabeast_sports/ Real Talk Talk social platforms: https://linktr.ee/Realtalkwithmj Co-host Kobe Scales: https://www.instagram.com/kobescales.media/ Beats: https://matthewwalkeriv.cargo.site/

    Episode 150 Treasure Wilson aka ‘Stat Baby' on “It Is What It Is,” networking in industry, being a woman in sports and hoops!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2023 46:41


    n episode 150, Treasure Wilson aka ‘Stat Baby' joins the podcast to talk about how she became host of “It Is What It Is,” what made her choose sports journalism, advice she has for women navigating a male-dominated industry, her growth as a journalist and hoops.

    Episode 149 Tyreek Hill 2,000 yards, NBA Cup, Start/Bench/Cut

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2023 58:17


    In episode 149 of Real Talk, MJ and Kobe talk about WNBA All-Star weekend coverage, HBCU players in summer league, Tyreek Hill saying he will have 2,000 yards, give a couple of start bench cuts and more!

    Episode 148 Damian Lillard to Warriors, Dillon Brooks contract, can Gregg Popovich unlock Wemby?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2023 56:25


    In episode 148, MJ and Kobe talking about reports that Damian Lillard was interested in the Golden State Warriors, top five players in the game right now, Dillon Brooks making 10x more than Russell Westbrook and much more!

    Episode 147 2023 NBA Draft takeaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 12:31


    In this episode MJ gives his NBA Draft takeaways. He talks about Victor Wembanyama, Brandon Miller and Scoot Henderson. MJ also talks about Damian Lillard potentially leaving the Portland Trailblazers and what direction either party should go in.

    Epiosde 146 The Sixers know what they're doing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 10:58


    In this episode, MJ talks about the Sixers reportedly having a very high asking price for Tobias Harris. MJ says that Daryl Morey is playing the long game and that he knows what he is doing. Miles also gives his take on the future of the 76ers next season.

    Episode 145 The Sixers have to bring James Harden back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 13:06


    In this episode MJ explains why the 76ers have to bring James Harden back. The biggest reason is because there aren't much offseason moves to make that improve the Sixers roster from last season. The Sixers have to hope that Nick Nurse can bring out the best in Tyrese Maxey and he continues to ascend to become an all-star.

    Episode 144 The Suns made a mistake trading for Bradley Beal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2023 10:58


    In this episode Miles gives his reasons as to why the blockbuster trade to bring Bradley Beal to the Suns will not work. He explains why lack of defense, playmaking and solid bench players will be the reason the Suns will not win a championship.

    Episode 143 Ja Morant 25-game suspension, Michael Jordan to sell Hornets, NBA Offseason Moves w/ Kobe Scales

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2023 24:52


    In this episode, MJ and Kobe discuss the NBA giving Ja Morant a 25-game suspension for flashing a gun on Instagram live a second time. The duo also touch on the great Michael Jordan and his decision to sell the Charlotte Hornets. And finally, at the end of the episode they touch on a couple of NBA offseason moves to look out for this summer.

    Episode 142 The Nuggets are the 2023 NBA Champions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 18:01


    In this episode, MJ gives his reaction to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets capturing their first NBA championship in franchise history. MJ talks about why the Nuggets were the best team all year, why Jokic is best player in the world, why the Lakers should run it back, why Michael Porter Jr. is the key to the Nuggets becoming a dynasty, why Jimmy Butler is a star, not a superstar and more!

    Episode 141 Damian Lillard should stay in Portland and Ja Morant should be suspended for the whole NBA season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2023 10:12


    In this episode Miles talks about Damian Lillard staying in Portland and why he thinks Ja Morant should be suspended for the entire season.

    Episode 140 Nuggets take 2-1 finals lead, CP3 gets waived by Suns, Travis Rudolf acquitted of all charges

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 18:40


    In this episode Miles talks about the Denver Nuggets winning game 3 in Miami to take a 2-1 lead in the finals. Miles talks about the brilliance of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, putting up historical numbers this postseason. Later, Miles discusses Chris Paul's buyout with the Suns and the potential landing spots for the future hall of fame Lastly, Miles ends the podcast talking about former Florida St. and Giants wide receiver, Trevor Rudolf, being acquitted of all charges after he killed a man at his home in an act of self defense.

    Episode 139 Nakobe Dean Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 39:12


    Philadelphia Eagles linebacker, Nakobe Dean stopped by Real Talk with MJ for a special episode. Nakobe and Miles talk about the Eagles Super Bowl run, his relationship with Jordan Davis, being mentored by Eagles' vets, why he chose to join Omega Psi Phi fraternity Inc. and more!

    Episode 138 Takeaways From Heartbreaking Super Bowl Loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 25:01


    This is a sad day for Miles Johnson and Philly sports fans. Miles breaks down what went wrong for Philly in this game.

    Episode 137 Eagles are headed to the Super Bowl! Live Postgame Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2023 22:52


    Miles gives his live reaction immediately after the Eagles vs. 49ers NFC Championship game

    Episode 136 The Eagles demolish the Giants to head to the NFC Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2023 14:11


    In this episode, Miles gives his reaction to the Philadelphia Eagles defeating the New York Giants 38-7 to head to the NFC Championship. The Birds will play either the Dallas Cowboys or the San Francisco 49ers.

    Episode 135 The Eagles will blow the breaks off the Giants

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2023 12:04


    In this episode Mile will give his prediction for the Eagles vs. Giants divisional round game on Saturday night.

    Episode 134 Samuel Brown Rise to Collegiate Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 53:42


    Miles interviews Samuel Brown, starting running back for Rutgers University. Sam talks about how he stayed positive despite having season ending injury, his growth and development, support from his family, his faith in God that has guided him along the way and much more!

    Episode 133 The Eagles secure the #1 seed in the NFC!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2023 18:43


    In this episode Miles talks about the Eagles' successful season and how special Jalen Hurts is.

    Episode 132 Eagles vs. Giants Preview | Must win for the Eagles?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023 12:39


    In this episode, Miles talks about what the Eagles must do to win against the Giants and what they are battling against. Miles talks about the possibility of Jalen Hurts coming back and the loss of Lane Johnson and how that has affected this team dramatically. Miles answers the question on whether or not this game is a must win for the Eagles to secure the #1 seed.

    Episode 131 Reaction to James Harden reportedly seriously considering coming back to the Houston Rockets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2022 11:47


    Miles talks about why James Harden and his camp leaked this information to Adrian Wojnarowski.

    Episode 130 What we learned from Eagles vs. Cowboys

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2022 17:48


    In this episode, Miles talks about Gardner Minshew and the Philadelphia Eagles losing to the Dallas Cowboys 34-40.

    Episode 129 Gardner Minshew and the Eagles will UPSET the Cowboys

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2022 12:15


    Miles predicts Gardner Minshew and the Philadelphia Eagles to upset the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas Eve.

    Episode 128 The World Cup Final was the Greatest Sports Game Ever

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 15:26


    In this episode Miles talks about how France vs. Argentina 2022 World Cup Final was a classic and showed why soccer is the best sport in the world.

    Episode 127 Jalen Hurts MVP case, Dak holding back the Cowboys and Lamar sitting out the rest of the season

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 55:13


    Miles and Kobe talk about the NFL season including: Jalen Hurts case to win MVP over Patrick Mahomes, Dak possibly holding back the Cowboys and the reason why

    Episode 126 Reaction to Deion Sanders Leaving Jackson State

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2022 10:39


    In this episode Miles gives his reaction to Deion Sanders announcing he will leave Jackson State and will coach at Colorado. Miles says this is a sad day for HBCUs.

    Episode 125 Messi and Argentina Upset, USA Draws to Wales, Ben Simmons Makes his Return to Philly and Jalen Hurts Leads a Game-Winning Drive

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 28:04


    In this episode Miles reacts to Lionel Messi and Argentina being upset by Saudi Arabia in the World Cup opener. The United States draw Wales 1-1 after giving up a late penalty kick to Gareth Bale. Ben Simmons makes his return to Philly and Jalen Hurts shows why he is on his way to becoming an elite quarterback in the NFL with his late game heroics against the Colts in Week 12.

    Episode 124 The Commanders ruin the Eagles Undefeated Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 13:21


    In this episode Miles gives his takeaways on the Washington Commanders defeating the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday night, 32-21. Miles says that the Eagles should feel good about this loss given what happened in the game.

    Episode 123 Joel Embiid Makes History vs. the Utah Jazz

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 15:40


    Joel Embiid made history as the first player in NBA history with 50 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 blocks. Miles reacts to Embiid's all time great against against the Jazz Sunday night.

    Episode 122 Miles Response to Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets Debacle

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 24:27


    Kyrie made a mistake, but the Nets are overdoing it. In this episode, Miles lays out all the facts of the past 2 weeks involving Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets. Later in the episode, Miles gives his opinion on where Kyrie went wrong and where the Nets went wrong.

    Episode 121 Reaction to the Philadelphia Phillies and Union Losing the World Series and MLS Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2022 23:11


    November 5th, 2022 will go down as the worst day in Philly sports history.

    Episode 120 Eagles first 8-0 Start in Team History and Phillies Lose a Nail Biter in Game 5 of the World Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 21:19


    In this episode Miles talks about the Eagles improving to 8-0 for the first time in franchise history and the Phillies losing to the Astros 3-2 in game five of the World Series.

    Episode 119 Steve Nash's firing was long overdue!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 12:34


    In this episode, Miles gives his reaction to Steve Nash's firing earlier today.

    Episode 118 Ben Simmons has Actually Gotten Worse

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2022 14:55


    In this episode, Miles talks about why Ben Simmons looks worse in Brooklyn than he did in Philly. Miles details the issues that the Nets have which resulted in why Ben Simmons looks bad after five games played this season.

    Episode 116 The keys to the Phillies Beating the Astros in the World Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2022 16:17


    In this episode, Miles talks about how the keys for the Phillies to beat the Astros to win the World Series. Miles says that it starts with the Phillies offensive firepower still being able to have success against the Astros' lethal pitching lineup.

    Episode 117 Takeaways from the Sixers First Win of the Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 11:21


    In this episode Miles gives his takeaways to the Sixers beating the Pacers and getting their first win of the season.

    Episode 116 The keys for the Phillies to win the World Series against the Astros

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 1:19


    The Phillies are in the World Series! In this episode I talk about what it means to Philly for the Phillies to come this far, and what are the keys for Bryce Harper, Rhys Hoskins and the rest of the crew to beating the Astros in a best of seven series.

    Episode 115 Takeaways from the Sixers First Game of the Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 14:04


    In this episode Miles reacts to the Sixers loss against the Celtics 126-117 Tuesday night. Miles talks about the Sixers' lackluster defense in the second and third quarters specifically.

    Episode 114 The Nets vs. Sixers Pre-Season Game Showed Us A Lot

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 13:07


    In this episode I talk about Ben Simmons first game back and how he looked, as well as how the Sixers looked overall in their first pre-season game.

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