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Two delusional LA fans giving our unqualified commentary on Lebron, the Lakers and the NBA using the language of our favorite things: the MCU, Star Wars, Batman, LOST, Jack Bauer, Naruto, parallel universes and of course, time travel.

Cliff & Joe


    • May 6, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 191 EPISODES

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    The SBR: Shouting from the Back Row podcast is an absolute gem in the world of sports podcasts. It manages to carve out its own niche by finding the perfect balance between being informative and entertaining. The hosts, Cliff and Joe, have an incredible chemistry that shines through in every episode, making it feel like you're sitting in on a conversation between two close friends. Their discussions are engaging and creative, with a level of authenticity that is hard to find.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the variety of topics and segments they cover. While they primarily focus on sports, they also delve into other areas such as nerd culture, movies, and TV shows. This variety keeps the content fresh and ensures that there's something for everyone. Additionally, their high-level breakdowns of topics like Fortnite show their ability to provide insightful analysis even outside of the sports realm.

    The worst aspect of this podcast is hard to pinpoint because it's truly a fantastic listen overall. However, some listeners may find that they would prefer a more focused approach on sports rather than the mix of different topics. Additionally, while Cliff and Joe's humor is entertaining for most listeners, some may find it too casual or off-topic at times.

    In conclusion, The SBR: Shouting from the Back Row podcast is an exceptional listen for both sports enthusiasts and those interested in nerd culture. The chemistry between Cliff and Joe is infectious, making each episode feel like a breeze even if it goes on for two hours. The informative discussions combined with their engaging banter create a dynamic listening experience that keeps you coming back for more. If you're tired of mainstream sports podcasts and crave something unique and entertaining, give this pod a chance - you won't regret it!



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    Latest episodes from SBR: Shouting from the Back Row

    Who's to Blame for the Laker's first round exit (Blamze Pizza)?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 63:02


    Cliff and Joe play the classic Blamze Pizza to assign blame for the Laker's disappointing first round exit. Also, who's to blame for the Clipper's loss to Denver?

    Can the Lakers come back down 3-1?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 44:44


    Why are the Lakers down and what needs to change? Is Anthony Edwards proving he is a Top-5 player? And what's the point of a 2-minute report and bad calls? We have the fix.

    The Jubilee Appearance Breakdown Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 76:27


    Cliff and Joe discuss the wave of firings following the conclusion of the NBA season and breakdown the Clippers v. Nuggets (11:38) and Twolves v. Lakers (28:35). Also, Cliff interviews Joe about his recent "Surrounded" appearance with Skip Bayless on Jubilee (34:29).

    OKC Vulnerable? BOS inevitable.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 60:26


    What is the biggest challenge to OKC in the West? Does anyone have any chance against BOS in the east?

    SBR Awards 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 80:02


    Hello SBR Nation! This week's ep covers our Annual SBR Awards for the most OP, underrated, overrated, and evil genius characters in the NBA. Cliff and Joe get even more ridiculous than usual in this one. Don't miss it!

    SGA or Jokic for MVP

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 60:26


    Cliff and Joe discuss: Jokic vs. SGA for MVP, Does anywhere make sense for KD, and does Lamelo deserve a winning situation?

    GSW or LAL: Who has a better chance to win it all?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 70:37


    Are the new look Warriors and Lakers true contenders? Are the Knicks? The Bucks? And who's worse off: Phoenix or Philly? And is Cobra Kai a top ten TV show of all time?

    Explaining the Worst Trade of All Time (Luka to LA)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 64:18


    Cliff and Joe finally address the shocking trade that rocked the sports world. Why did Dallas gift Luka to the Lakers? Is there conspiracy involved? Also, why is Jimmy Butler going to be so valuable for Golden State? And will the Kings ever escape perpetual mediocrity? All the answers are here.

    Should the Suns Blow it Up?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 71:06


    In this Episode, Cliff and Joe play Blow Up or Glow Up with the Lakers, Warriors, Suns and Sixers. Also, where can Jimmy go? And should AD and Lebron always be asking for more help?

    Is OKC the team to beat?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 92:03


    Can anyone in the West stop OKC? Are the bucks a legit contender in the East? Is there a trade that can fix the Wolves or Nuggets? Where is the ideal landing spot for Lavine, Butler, Fox? Are Lebron and Steph teaming up?

    Are the Twolves in Trouble?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 59:31


    In this Episode Cliff and Joe check in the Lakers, OKC, Philly and the Twolves. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Are the 15-0 Cavs Legit?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 50:15


    Cliff and Joe check in on early season storylines. Are the Cavs and Warriors legit? Are Philly and Milwaukee going to turn it around? Are the Lakers true contenders? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    2024 NBA Top 50: THE TOP TEN

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 68:16


    Cliff and Joe conclude their top 50 list of NBA Player Ranks for the 2024-25 NBA season with their TOP TEN. Controversially included in this tier: The Future of the NBA and TWO Boston Celtics --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    2024 Top 50 (#20-11)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 55:21


    Cliff and Joe continue their top 50 list of NBA Player Ranks for the 2024-25 NBA season. Included in this tier: TH, King Dad, and the Most Valuable Whiner. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    2024 Top 50 (#30-21)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 43:36


    Cliff and Joe discuss their top 50 list of NBA Player Ranks for the 2024-25 NBA season. Included in this tier: Zion, Swipa, and Mr. Buckets. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    2024 Top 50 (#50-31)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 79:23


    Cliff and Joe discuss their top 50 list of NBA Player Ranks for the 2024-25 NBA season. Included in this tier: The Beard, The Klaw, Boston's best player, and the GOAT. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    NBA Dynasty Rankings (Tier List)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 84:27


    Cliff and Joe rank all the teams in the NBA according to their chances of contending for a championship over the next 3 seasons. You WON'T BELIEVE who Joe has in his A-Tier... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    '24 Summer Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 82:19


    Cliff and Joe recap the Summer Moves and Olympic Basketball with the return of Chef's Kiss/Bland Dish/Idiot Sandwich and Blazem/Blamez Pizza. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Finals Game 5 Reaction (It's Over)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 64:00


    In this episode Cliff sulks while Joe tries (unsuccessfully) to give unbiased analysis. It's unhinged fun. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Finals Game 4 Reaction (So you're saying there's Chance?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 47:54


    In this episode, Cliff and Joe react to Game 4 and discuss whether Dallas has figured something out and what their chances are moving forward. Are Jaylen and Jayson too focused on FMVP? Can Dallas be the first team EVER to come back from a 3-0 deficit? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Finals Game 3 Reaction (Does this HURT Tatum's Legacy?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 48:50


    In this episode, Cliff and Joe react to the Celtic's dominant, almost-choke, but ultimate win in game 3 of the NBA Finals. Is this the darkest timeline? Are the refs to blame? Has this Finals actually hurt Tatum's legacy? Are these C's a dynasty? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Finals Game 2 Reaction (Is Kyrie broken?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 40:42


    Cliff and Joe give their reaction to Game 2 of the Finals (105-98 Celtics W). Will Tatum get back on track? Can the Mavs get a win at home in Game 3? Will Kyrie ever break the curse the Celtics put on him? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Finals Game 1 Reaction (Will the Celtics Sweep?)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 51:46


    In this Game 1 NBA Finals reaction, Cliff and Joe give their takes based on Game 1 of the series. Will the Celtics sweep after their dominant performance in Game 1 or is there still hope for the Mavs? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    The Old Guard and New Legacies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 66:54


    In this episode, Cliff & Joe discuss the takeaways from the Conference Finals and look forward to the Finals. Will the Twolves be back? Should they trade KAT? Has Boston's run to the finals been the softest of all time? Is the Old Guard (Lebron, Steph, Kawhi, KD) officially dead? How will this Finals shape the legacies of Luka, Kai, Jayson & Jaylen? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Which Young Star has the Most to Gain (Conf Finals)?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 62:11


    In this episode Cliff and Joe discuss which remaining star (Ant, Luka, Tatum or Haliburton) has the most to gain from a championship and the implications of another year without a repeat champion. Also is X-Men '97 the GOAT of Marvel TV? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Are the Top 5 still Alive?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 60:12


    In this episode Cliff and Joe discuss the takeaways and thoughts through the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Are the top 5 players in the NBA still playing right now? Has the guard officially changed? And can JJ Reddick change the future of the Lakers? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Ant's Antics, Heat Culture, Embiid's Mangekyo, Lakers Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 57:51


    In this episode Cliff and Joe discuss the takeaways and thoughts through the first couple weeks of the playoffs. Is Spo the GOAT? Is Ant the future? And what should the Lakers do now? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Do KD, Luka, Dame or Embiid have any shot? (Playoffs Week 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 63:51


    In this episode Cliff and Joe discuss the chances for anyone other than Denver and Boston to break through in the West and East. Is it Luka's time to rise? Can Dame turn it on in Mil? Will Embiid's body hold up? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    2024 SBR Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 63:04


    In this episode Cliff and Joe give out their end of year awards. Who is the most overrated / underrated player of 2024? Who is the most OP? Who's the mastermind? The best newcomer? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Is a Celtics-Nuggets Finals Inevitable?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 48:40


    In this episode Cliff and Joe discuss the likelihood of any team getting in the way of Celtics in the East or the Nuggets in the West. Are the Lakers a threat? Can Jimmy stop the C's? Are there any other legit contenders? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    What All-Star reveals about NBA Culture & Doc Rivers Excuses

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 49:32


    In this episode, Cliff and Joe review the utter terribleness of the 2024 all star game (and weekend) and Doc Rivers' various excuses. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Are the Bucks Cray Cray for hiring Doc?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 39:17


    In this episode, Cliff and Joe go All Day or Cray Cray on the Heat getting Scary Terry, the Bucks coaching moves, and the Suns suddenly surging. Also, Wemby or Chet for ROY? This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Is it Finally Time for the OKC Thunder to Trade Their Bazillion 1st Round Picks?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 75:20


    In this episode, Cliff and Joe play a new game (Stash it or Cash it) revolving around the question: What should the Knicks, Spurs, Jazz and Thunder do with their boatloads of picks? Also, Blazem Pizza time for the Lakers! Who's to blame for their recent woes? This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    All Day or Cray Cray - The C's Won't Make the Finals

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 75:00


    Can the C's win the Finals? Is Zion the problem with the Pelicans? Are the IST champion Lakers actually contenders? This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    How bad does Lebron wanna be the IST MVP?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 54:38


    Will the Lebron win the inaugural In-Season Tournament MVP so he can forever have something that Jordan can never achieve? Are the surprisingly good-looking Twolves, Magic, and Thunder Authentic Art or A.I. generated? This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Harden Traded to Clips & In-Season Tourney

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 61:25


    Does acquiring James Harden make the Clippers favorites to win the West? What is the in-season tournament and does it matter? Also: Is Wemby for real? This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    SBR Top 50 NBA Players 2023-2024 Part 5 (1-10)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 73:19


    This is Part 5 of SBR's NBA Top 50 List (#1-10). It's the top ten. Does Embiid deserve a top ten spot? Which WWE wrestler is Luka most like? Who is the heir apparent to Kobe's legacy? And where in the top ten will Rudy Gobert feature? Find out! This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    SBR Top 50 NBA Players 2023-2024 Part 4 (11-20)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 77:27


    This is Part 4 of SBR's NBA Top 50 List (#11-20). It's the tier of players moving on up and moving on out. Can Lebron move back into the top 10? Can Ja save his career from implosion? Is PG's podcast any good? Find out. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    SBR Top 50 NBA Players 2023-2024 Part 3 (21-30)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 54:31


    Check out Part 3 of SBR's NBA Top 50 List (#21-30)! Q's in this ep: Has KAT changed the PF position forever? Is Kai Walter White or Walter Blanco? Does The Beard still deserve to be this high up? Find out. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    NBA Top 50 Part 2 (31-40)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 76:54


    Check out Part 2 of SBR's NBA Top 50 List (#41-50)! Also: Do Dame and Giannis make the Bucks the title favorites? Did the Celtics and Suns get better? This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    NBA Top 50 Part 1 (41-50)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 72:01


    This is Part 1 of SBR's NBA Top 50 List (#41-50). Spoiler Alert: Zion is somewhere on today's episode. And you won't believe #41. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    What's Worse: Secret Invasion or KP to the C's

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 48:46


    In this episode Cliff and Joe discuss the the new additions of the Warriors, Celtics, Grizzlies and Wizards. Do these deals make sense? And Joe has a new conspiracy theory having to do with the Writer's Strike. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Summer Check In

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2023 48:18


    In this episode Cliff and Joe discuss the Nuggets future, The New Look Suns, next season's contenders, and whether or not Shakira cursed Jimmy Butler in the Finals. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Jimmy is Himmy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 68:25


    In this episode Cliff and Joe discuss the surprises from the 1st Round of the Playoffs including injuries, the surprisingly good Knicks with Jalen Brunson, Devin Booker looking like the best player in the NBA, and Jimmy Butler going absolutely godmode on Giannis and the Bucks. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Are the Lakers doomed? Is Sac for real? 2023 NBA Playoff round 1 preview!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 43:36


    In this episode Cliff and Joe discuss the West Teams entering the first round of the playoffs. Will the Lakers upset the Grizz? Who will win the battle of Nor Cal? Will the Klaw be able to stop KD? Also, the Nuggets are playing. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Insanely Hilarious Hot Takes w/ Dan Iwao

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 56:01


    In this episode Cliff and Joe invite one of their most active fans / haters and friend of the pod: Dan Iwao. This guy has some wild hot takes you have to hear to believe. Non-stop hilarity in this one. You will not be disappointed. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sbr/support

    Are the New Look Lakers True Contenders?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 71:24


    In this episode Cliff and Joe ask the question: Who are the True Contenders? The West is wide open due to all the injuries and off court issues. Are the Lakers capable of not just making the playoffs but making some noise once they get there? Meanwhile, the East is looking stacked. Who should be considered the team to beat: The Bucks, The Celtics or the Sixers? Other topics include: The rise of Mikal Bridges, Is Sac a real contender, and can Golden State get it together? This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sbr/support

    Who is the Best PG in the league?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2023 62:12


    In this episode Cliff and Joe ask the question: Who is the best PG in the league? Is it Kyrie? Dame? Luka? Steph? Westbrook? (Spoiler: It's not Westbrook but we do talk about him) This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sbr/support

    Craziest Trade Deadline OAT

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 75:13


    In this episode Cliff and Joe recap the craziness of the trade deadline! Will Kyrie finally find his bliss? Is Sean Marks a bad GM? Are KD and Book now the title favorites? Did the Lakers get better? And should we feel bad for Anthony Davis? This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sbr/support

    Why Does Lebron CAP so Much?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 66:54


    In this episode Cliff and Joe answer the questions that many of the early surprises and disappointments of the season have posed including: Is Luka Magic the 2nd best player in the NBA right now? Is Rudy Gobert the 18th best player in the NBA? Are the Warriors or Twolves more disappointing so far? And why the heck does Lebron cap so much? This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sbr/support

    Should the Nets Burn it all Down and Start Over? (Eastern Conference Preview)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2022 69:22


    In this episode Cliff and Joe discuss how the Eastern Conference will play out based on weeks 1 and 2 of the NBA season. Can anyone stop the Bucks? How good can the Celtics be? Are the Cavs the real deal? And does firing Steve Nash fix the Bkn Nets or is it just more of the same? This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use our link to get a free audio book on us! https://www.audibletrial.com/SBRpod --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sbr/support

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