Streets First (SF) is the first and only podcast to merge the world of basketball with the world of entertainment. Every ball player has a street story and every entertainer has a story about the sport. SF is hosted by Street Ball Legend Adrian AKA “A Butta” AKA “Hollywood A” Walton. A Butta gives…
“LOUISVILLE FINEST” RUSS SMITH JR breaks down his STORY with Streets First Host A BUTTA. Scoring 81pts in a SINGLE game PROFESSIONALLY, hitting the FRESHMAN WALL at LOUISVILLE, Avg 61.4 OVERSEAS & the DIFFERENCE between OVERSEAS & G-LEAGUE‼️
“GLOBALLY KNOWN STREETBALL FINEST” Bone Collector sat down with Streets First host A Butta to discuss TRAVELING GLOBALLY ENTERTAINING FANS, working out GAME SON & other CELEBS, relationship with CHRIS BROWN & much MORE!!
“We The Best Artist & Harlem’s Very Own” VADO sat down with Streets First Host A Butta to discuss his latest collaborations with DAVE EAST, working with CAMRON to now being signed to DJ KHALED, growing up in HARLEM seeing CELEBS on the regular effect shaping his MUSIC!!
"TOP 5 DEAD OR ALIVE" LEGENDARY RAPPER, Jadakiss sat down with A Butta to discuss one of his "Beanie Seagal Moments", growing up in YONKERS, working with NOTORIOUS B.I.G., collaboration with FABULOUS and MUCH MORE!!
NYC LEGEND MYSONNE listen to the BRONX LEGEND breakdown his opinion on Hip-Hop, growing up in the BRONX, standing with Colin Kaepernick & MUCH MORE!! Tell a FRIEND and GET IN TUNED!! Streets First Social: IG: www.instagram.com/StreetsFirstPodcast FB: www.facebook.com/StreetsFirstPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/StreetsFirstPC
Streetball Legend Joe "The Destroyer" Hammond, sat down with Streets First's A Butta to discuss his HISTORY growing up in HARLEM being DRAFTED by the LAKERS, playing in the BACKCOURT with PEEWEE KIRKLAND, matches against DR JAY and so much MORE!! According to Hammond, “I Let The Crowd Down If I Had Less Than 40pts”.
“SEAN BELL COACH RAH” Southside Jamaica Queens Representer sat down with Streets First host A Butta to discuss what it means to him to CONTINUE to keep QUEENS on the map, ALL the players thru-out his CAREER he’s helped take their GAME to the next LEVEL, winning the tournament for HALF MILLION, building a GYM for the NEXT GENERATION and so MUCH MORE!!
BROOKLYN GERSH PARK, CEO Damian “DP” Pitts and Fly Ty, sat down with Streets First Host A Butta to discuss how they are changing the look for Brooklyn. They are just trying to bring peace and positivity to East New York. Sometimes BK gets a bad title but Gersh Park is changing that. The only tournament sponsored by Nike and Jordan Brand.
“Legendary Trainer” JERRY POWELL sat down with Streets First Host A Butta to discuss some of the NBA Players he helped trained, growing up in HARLEM then relocating to LONG ISLAND, now coaching a GIRLS AAU program and MUCH MORE.
Archbishop Molloy HS Alumni, Yatta Gaines sat down wit Streets First host A Butta to discuss his big shot against the Cavs, playing in the NBA, being the 3rd ALL-TIME scorer at Archbishop Molloy, playing overseas, the difference in lifestyles, and much more. Every story is different make sure you listen!!
Jae Millz, former Young Money Artist, now POTENT Entertainment CEO sat down with A Butta to set the record straight about Lil Wayne & the Young Money Crew. Growing up in HARLEM and learning from the ones before him, not signing Dave East, recovering his voice, his NEW PODCAST (The Potent Hour) and sooooo much more!!
Cappie “WNBA SuperStar” of the Chicago Sky sat down with Streets First’s host A Butta to discuss life in Chicago, traveling the world playing basketball, being on a VIDEO GAME, her experience with the USA Olympic team & so MUCH MORE!! Stay Focused, We have more fire on the way. Streets First Social: IG: www.instagram.com/StreetsFirstPodcast FB: www.facebook.com/StreetsFirstPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/StreetsFirstPC
"Chicken Noodle Soup Wit A Soda On Da Side” HARLEM’S own DJ WEBSTAR sat down with Streets First’s host A Butta to discuss his history growing up, making it in the rap industry, spending money fast, being mentored by Puff Daddy / Diddy, the NY KNICKS, breaking down why there is NO UNITY in NYC and MUCH MORE!! Many more great interviews to come! Follow us: IG: www.instagram.com/StreetsFirstPodcast FB: www.facebook.com/StreetsFirstPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/StreetsFirstPC
“The Drama King Is In The Building” The Legendary DJ KAYSLAY, sat down with A Butta to discuss staying on top of the radio industry, breaking Nas’ “Ether”, dropping his album THE BIG BROTHER, the music industry and much more. Stay Tuned, Stay Focused, We have more heat on the way.
BROOKLYN’s own Maino sat down with Streets First’s A Butta to discuss growing up in BROOKLYN, learning how to RAP while being incarcerated in the BOX, learning the music business, coming home, getting signed and almost losing it all again. Streets First has more heat on the way, stay tuned. Maino – PARTY AND PAIN OUT NOW!
“BATTLE RAP KING” MURDA MOOK sat down with Streets Firt's A Butta to breakdown his history, growing up in Harlem, battle rap changing the future, the BET cypher, signing with Busta Rhymes, Allen Iverson being the BEST player EVER & MUCH MORE!!
The Money Teams Own JAMES MCNAIR aka POP aka P-REALA sat down with Streets First’s A Butta to discuss his HISTORY growing up in HARLEM, connecting with FLOYD MAYWEATHER, being a BUSINESS MAN building different brands and so much MORE!!
NCAA CHAMPION" TALIEK BROWN sat down with Streets First’s A BUTTA to discuss: his HISTORY at UCONN, growing up in LEFRAK QUEENS, while at UConn playing with NBA players, becoming the all time assists leader in UConn history, playing overseas, and returning to start his OWN program to help the NEXT GENERATION!!
"The Winningest Coach In NY State and NYC" Ron Naclerio sat down with Streets First’s A Butta to discuss his LEGACY in coaching as well as never leaving the inner city community. Coach Naclerio explains the importance of helping our youth, some of the players that have been a part of his system and gone onto the NBA. A little history lesson as well, his father saved Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life. You never know what you will learn on Streets First. Subscribe, Stay Tuned, Comment! IG: StreetsFirstPodcast
"Harlem BORN Queens RAISED" OKC Assistant Coach & FORMER NBA player ROYAL IVEY sat down with Streets First’s A Butta to discuss his HISTORY growing up in NYC playing HS ball at Cardozo, picking TEXAS over PROVIDENCE & ST. JOHNS, playing on same team as MVP RUSSELL WESTBROOK to NOW COACHING HIM!!
"Former #1 HS Player in America LENNY COOKE" sat down with Streets First’s A Butta to discuss his HISTORY growing up in NYC playing basketball for various AAU programs, street ball and getting caught up by the "CULTURE VULTURES"!! Playing against some of the top NBA talent, Lebron James, Carmelo Anthony and his relationship with Joakim Noah. Lenny wants to make sure the next generation does not make the same mistakes.
"Sixth Man Of The Year As A ROOKIE" Mount Vernon's FINEST BEN GORDON “BG7” sat down with Streets First A Butta to discuss his history growing up in Mt. Vernon, winning at UCONN, NBA MEMORIES (career high 48pts, NBA Sixth Man as a rookie), and opening his own sports rehabilitation & recovery gym. ANOTHER CLASSIC!
WHO!? MIKE JAMES interview out now, “Amityville Horror” sat down with Streets First’s very own A Butta to discuss growing up in Long Island, playing in the league, being a part of the 2004 Detroit Championship backcourt with Lindsey Hunter aka the Pit Bulls. Getting into it with Brendan Haywood Washington and the Gilbert Arenas locker room situation. He’s doesn't start situations but never back down. Almost getting into with Shaq but NOT having a game plan if it did go down. His thoughts on LaVar Ball, and the current state of the NBA. Make sure you listen!
"UNDRAFTED" CHARLOTTE'S FINEST ANTHONY MORROW sat down with Streets First’s A Butta to discuss growing up in Charlotte, tearing up the Warriors summer league after not being drafted, playing with Westbrook, KD, and Kyrie providing him with some valuable advise.
“Crossover to God”. One of the World’s Best Ball Handlers, Shammgod sat with Streets First’s A Butta, live from 145th and Lenox Park. Shammgod discussed his upbringing in Harlem, choosing La Salle HS, making a name in the NCAA tournament, playing in the NBA, winning MVP in China with Yao Ming, signing with Roc Nation and working with the Dallas Mavericks as a player development coach. Understand your journey and never force it.
"Sports & Entertainment" HARLEM's Own CAM'RON sat down with A Butta to discuss Life. Growing up in Harlem, coming from an era of very talented people, transitioning from Basketball at Manhattan Center HS to Rapping, Kevin Garnett, Jay-Z, Mase, Biggie, among others! THANK YOU TO ALL THAT SUPPORT AND STAY TUNED MORE TO COME!! Thank you CAM'RON!!
“The Best Kept Secret” Kareem Reid sat down with Streets First’s very own A Butta to discuss: streetball, the bidding war between Jay Z and Fat Joe, playing at The Rucker, going against some of your favorite NBA players, Mousey’s Dream Team, Terror Era, NBA great Baron Davis, Cam’ron, St. Raymond, life in France, All Time Assist leader for the Arkansas Razorbacks, going back to get his college degree and more. You DON’T want to miss this one!
"DUKE TANGO & AL CASH" The BEST DUO ANNOUNCERS sat down with A Butta to bring back the memories, discuss the initial concept of Streetball, current changes, dynamic players (Skip, Terminator, Bone Collector, Future), NBA players that have blessed the courts, nicknames they gave out ALL OVER THE WORLD, the AND1 Tour, and the EXCITEMENT they brought together to RUCKER PARK.
Rod Strickland: NBA All-Star, one of the NBA Top Assist Leaders, sat down with Streets First's A Butta. Listen to the NBA VETERAN breakdown his HISTORY. From Center Court of Gauchos Gym he takes us back to playing basketball in NYC, going back to college to get his degree, goes into his days of playing in the NBA, Lavar Ball, growing up with Kyrie Irving's dad and much more...
It's Finally Here!!! A Butta aka Whole Lotta of Game sat down to share his own history, the decisions he made, not attending the University of Miami, his cousin Cam'ron, and much more. You heard bits and pieces from our previous guests (Tony Rosa, TSpoon, Smush, Steve Canal), now get the full story. He wants to set an example for future generations. Listen as he discusses other NBA players that got "that work".
Leader of the new school, David "Cha-Ching" Teele is bring change to the game. Listen as he sat down with Streets First’s A Butta, to discuss: streetball, players he has named, Rucker Park, Dyckman, Hoops In The Sun, top High School players, ESPN, and what’s come. Cha-Ching knows where he is heading and the art of studying before each game.
New Show Alert!!! Kenny “Chibbs” Anderson sat down with A Butta to discuss his documentary “Mr. Chibbs” and provide the listeners with additional insight on being a kid from NY to becoming an NBA All-Star. Learn your history Kenny Anderson, NY City Basketball legend and former NBA 1st Round 2nd pick. Kenny faced tons of obstacles throughout his life/career and feels its time for others to understand his path. Special Thanks to Loaded Lux on the new intro!
The Father’s Day Special! Any man can have kids but Future is telling us the true meaning being a father. Future and Jalen sat with A Butta, to discuss a couple of things: basketball in NYC, being the SON OF A LEGEND, building his own path, basketball basic, making it to the NBA for his father, and understanding it takes a village to raise a child. Jalen has a bright Future! This episode is dedicated to all the real fathers.
The start of Dyckman Basketball is right around the corner. Commissioner Kenny Stevens sat down with Streets First, to discuss the impact Dyckman Basketball has on the sport, the history of the tournament, what we can expect for the upcoming season, remind the nonbelievers Dyckman Basketball is 25 years strong and "ALL ROADS LEAD TO DYCKMAN".
Streets First continues to bring you REAL basketball talk. The Cruz Brothers sat down w/ A Butta to discuss the History of Hoops In The Sun. The NBA Players (Tracy McGrady, Metta World Peace, Ben Gordon, Joakim Noah, and others) that have been a part of this tournament, along w/ some interesting changes occurring this year; new sponsor, new courts, and some of the players that will be participating this year. Exclusively on Streets First!
"Christ The King QUEENS PLAYER OF THE YEAR" JOSE ALVARADO. LISTEN to JOSE speak on his transition from PUBLIC SCHOOL to CATHOLIC SCHOOL, getting ready for GEORGIA TECH as well as being coached by special guest COACH HEC from RENS AAU BASKETBALL PROGRAM! This young man has a lot of responsibilities, listen as he shares his story only on Streets First.
Boobie Smooth, sat down with Streets First, to discuss how he became the #1 announcer in streetball. The concept behind "Icey White Wednesday's" and the impact he had at Rucker Park and Kingdome. Boobie tells us he studied the culture to make a difference.
Streets First sat down with "Riverside Church" COACH DERMON PLAYER. LISTEN to the LEGENDARY coach talk about all the PLAYERS he coached at a young age to now coaching some of their KIDS!! We can name a few but you should listen for yourself.
Co-Founder & Hall Of Fame Coach Dave McCollin, of the world famous New York Gauchos. Listen to the legendary coach speak on coaching ROD STRICKLAND, JAMAL MASHBURN and other NBA Stars. Coach Dave helped build the Gauchos program and his focus was keeping kids off the streets. You don't wanna miss this!
"It's Not Just A Team, It’s A Family” The GODFATHER of NYC BASKETBALL, COACH BINGO. Hear the legendary coach discuss Team Nike, the lack of community centers, building Bingo's All Stars from the ground up, NYC baskeball, coaching KEVIN DURANT at Dyckman, much more. You don't want to miss this one, learn your history.
Coaching legend! Listen as Tony Rosa discuss winning over 30 Championships across NYC, coaching numerous NBA players: Joakim Noah, Lance Thomas, Ben Gordon, Metta World Peace, Theo Ratliff, and who he thinks is the best HS player in the city. Coach Rosa is regarded by streetball players as one of the best and his story speaks to his legacy. He coached with the hand he was given and made adjustments.
The WAIT IS OVER... Tyrone Grant is not known for being quiet. He sat down with Streets First to discuss basketball. How he began playing ball, what led him to St. Johns, playing with Ron Artest (Metta World Peace), making a great living playing overseas, and his nonprofit organization. You don't want to miss this one!
Family business! Anthony Mason JR sat down with Streets First to discuss St. John's Red Storm, playing with DWade & Lebron in Miami, music, video production, clothing designer, and most importantly his father [Anthony Mason Sr]. Listen as he describes the impact Mason Sr continues to have in his life.
Reggie "High Five" Freeman discusses with Streets First the impact of NYC Basketball, Rice High School, playing for the Texas Longhorns, setting university records, and his journey after college. The NBA is not the end all be all, he was able to establish a long basketball career overseas. aka JAMES HARDEN before JAMES HARDEN
"FIRST DOMINICAN TO BE DRAFTED IN THE 1st ROUND OF THE NBA DRAFT IN 1998, FELIPE LOPEZ." Listen as Felipe discusses migrating from the Dominican Republic, the high level of competition in High School, Sports Illustrated, being drafted, and the key to success is giving back.
"Ladies First" Streets First sat down with Swin Cash. Listen as the 3x WNBA Championship, 2x GOLD Medalist, 2x NCAA Women's Champion, and 2x WNBA All-Star MVP; discusses bringing CHANGE to the game of BASKETBALL for WOMEN! Follow us: IG: www.instagram.com/StreetsFirstPodcast FB: www.facebook.com/StreetsFirstPodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/StreetsFirstPC
"The Legacy of EBC at RUCKER PARK" The commissioner of the EBC (Rucker Park), Greg Marius, sits down with Streets First to discuss the history of Rucker Park basketball, most memorable moments, NBA players/Street Ball Legends: Allen Iverson, Kobe, Metta World Peace, Prime Objective, Future, the famous Black Out (Terror Squad: Fat Joe vs Rocafella: Jay Z). Changes in the game of street ball and how the tournament continues to flourish during these changes. Follow us: IG/FB: @StreetsFirstPodcast Twitter: @StreetsFirstPC
"VALENTINE DAY SPECIAL" Role Models Swin Cash & Steve Canal. Check out their PERSPECTIVE on "Love, Basketball, and Business". Relationships/Marriages are built on a support system, find out why... IG: www.instagram.com/streetsfirstpodcast FB: www.facebook.com/streetsfirstpodcast
Today Is The Day... KENNY SATTERFIELD Interview!! He loves his city and he mentioned players, programs, teammates, which have all been a part of his professional career!! Make sure you continue to follow us, provide feedback. STREETSFIRST has more fire on the way!! IG: www.instagram.com/streetsfirstpodcast FB: www.facebook.com/streetsfirstpodcast
Happy New Year, 2017 is here and so are we! Streets First (A Butta and B Bowen) sat down w/ Reggie Freeman & "Lebron Before Lebron" Felipe Lopez to discuss Top 3 at Rice HS, Rice HS being stacked with talent and more... Follow us: IG www.instagram.com/streetsfirstpodcast
The Stage Has Been Set! Mousey, Head Coach for Terror Squad & Bad Boy. Discusses: Mousey’s Dream Team, Coaching at The Rucker, Tri-State Classic, Jordan Brand, The Green Truck, THE BLACKOUT, The NBA and coaching history. Find out about "The Other tournament" only here on Streets First w/ A Butta & B Bowen Follow us: IG www.instagram.com/streetsfirstpodcast