That 617 Life

The sports world is buzzing after the the first 2 episodes of the Michael Jordan/Chicago Bulls documentary, "The Last Dance." This week the crew shares their thoughts about the series so far.0:40 - Leroy's talks about how the documentary has already taught us about how ego can destroy something good.18:38 - Cerrone talks about mental toughness needed to play in the NBA back during Jordan's reign. Is it the same today, or have things changed?27:00 - Shanda touches on the relationship of MJ and his brother Larry, what competition did for MJ and his future. She also sheds some light on the business of sports through her eyes, after it is revealed why Scottie Pippen asked for a trade.

This week the crew talks about NASCAR driver Kyle Larson, and the impact Brady's departure will have on the way the Pats do business during the off season. 2:45 NASCAR driver Kyle Larson uses a racial slur during a virtual race, and ultimately was fired by his team!20:15 Brady's gone, so how much impact will his leaving have on how the Pats handle their business during the off season?

In this episode Leroy holds it down for the crew, and speaks from the heart. If we ever needed sports, it's now. Not having it hurts!

This week the crew was unable to get together due to practicing social distancing during the Coronavirus pandemic. However, despite being isolated, each member of the crew was able to record themselves talking about whatever it is that's on their minds concerning sports, the pandemic, and more.0:50 - Cerrone talks about the long term affect the Coronavirus could have on the world of sports.15:18 - Leroy expresses his frustration with fans of the Pats overdoing it when it comes to crying over Tom Brady leaving the Patriots.33:00 - Shanda covers the craziness that's still going on in the world of sports while dealing with COVID-19.

Tom Brady says goodbye, and the crew sits back to discuss, reminisce, and celebrate almost 20 years of excellence from Tom Brady. 5:00-What are the expectations from the Patriots next season now that Tom Brady is gone? 10:00- Will Brady find success with another team? 22:00- How will Brady leaving impact Patriots nation? How many fans will leave with Tom Brady?

This week on That 617 Life, our crew reacts to Mike Tyson saying he questions his existence now that he’s no longer a boxer. Cerrone sounds off on why load management in the NBA is a joke, and teams no longer value their fan base. Lastly, has Tom Brady’s popularity passed that of the Patriots, and if so, is that a good thing? 1:30- reaction to Mike Tyson questioning his existence now that he’s no longer a boxer. What do athletes do when they no longer have their sport? 11:35- Cerrone's “Cold cuts & hot takes” load management in the NBA is a joke 15:40- Has Tom Brady’s popularity passed that of the Patriots, and if so, is that a good thing?

Our 617 Life crew discusses Marc Spears article regarding what it’s like to be a black player in Boston. Has Boston evolved? Why we should stop the discussion about Ray Allen's number being retired by the Celtics. 1:00 – Reaction to Marc Spears article, From Russell to KG to today’s Celtics: Being a black player in Boston 9:00 – How much has Boston changed regarding racism? 22:30 – Let’s stop the discussion of having Ray Allen’s number retired by the Celtics 24:00- What Celtics players would you put up before Ray Allen?

This week the crew talks about the bloody beat down of Deontay Wilder by Tyson Fury. Are you ready to call Jayson Tatum a superstar? Plus the world gets a chance to say good-bye to Kobe Bryan 4:00 – Reaction to Fury/Wilder, what does this mean for the sport of Boxing? 13:20 – Jayson Tatum once again goes off, is the world ready to call Jayson Tatum a superstar? 24:24 – Reaction to the Kobe memorial service

On this episode the crew looks back at the 2020 NBA All-Star weekend and talk about the highs and the lows. Plus, they ask the question, “Why can’t Boston get the All-Star weekend?” That plus Cerrone brings the heat with “Cold Cuts & Hot Takes” 1:00 – Recapping the best and the worst from the NBA All-Star weekend 4:30 – NBA big men showed off the skills they don’t get credit for 6:00 – Biggest differences between old school 3-point/ dunk contest and now. What can the NBA do differently to make them better? 10:00 – Cerrone explains why he doesn’t think that Aaron Gordon got robbed in the dunk contest 13:00 – Would we have felt better if the dunk contest ended in a tie? 17:30 – Should other leagues look to change their All-Star games like the NBA has? 20:00 – What were the lowlights of All-Star weekend? 24:00 – Cerrone's “Cold Cuts & Hot Takes” explains which Boston Celtics players he owes an apology to for his preseason predictions.

The new look XFL made it’s debut over the weekend, and the crew talks about the leagues pros, cons, and if it will even last. 2:00 – Leroy, Shanda, and Cerrone give their personal opinions of what they thought about the debut of the new XFL. 7:00 – What things did the XFL do that we think the NFL should start adapting. 16:00 – What can other sports do to create more engaging content for their fans? 22:00 – Should teams/owners embrace their players using social media?

The NBA trade deadline came and went without Danny Ainge and the Celtics getting in on the action.This week the crew talks about the fan reaction to the Celtics not making any moves before the trade deadline. Gayle King catches heat for asking some uncomfortable questions about Kobe Bryant, and Cerrone teaches us all why the Mookie Betts trade wasn't the "Boston way."1:14 Celtics trade deadline talk12:52 Shanda Sounds Off (Gayle King, Lisa Leslie and the late Kobe Bryant)18:18 Cold Cuts & Hot Takes (Trading Mookie Betts isn't Boston like.)

The 617 Life crew honors Kobe Bryant. As a group of die hard Celtics fans, they explain how the respect for Kobe Bryant went beyond the rivalry with the Lakers. They relive Kobe’s career from start to finish and how he earned everyone’s respect through his hard work and incredible talent on the court.

1:30 - Pats still the talk of the NFL during the conference championships, and will continue to be during the Super Bowl between KC and SF. 12:00 - In this week's Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, Cerrone argues that the NFL stands for "Not For Long", so crowning the Chiefs the new "Kings" of the NFL is crazy.17:34 - Shanda Sounds Off on Tyreek Hill marking his territory, OBJ making it rain at the wrong time, and AB hitting the stage.25:25 - Netflix released its newest docuseries about Aaron Hernandez and all eyes were on it.

Why is bad QB play getting so much credit around the NFL? Would the Patriots have been in a better spot if they decided to keep Jimmy Garoppolo? Cerrone Battle explains why he doesn’t think keeping Jimmy was the solution. How will the Alex Cora cheating scandal impact the MLB, does the MLB actually like the attention?2:00 - Cerrone blasts all the Ryan Tannehill supporters, why is bad QB play getting so much credit for winning?5:00 - Some Patriots fans regret losing Garoppolo, Cerrone explains why keeping Jimmy G wouldn’t have fixed the Patriots woes.13:00 - Cerrone explains why he doesn’t trust any other QB than Tom Brady.15:30 - AFC/NFC Championship weekend predictions19:00 - “Shanda Sounds off” The “U” is a hot mess, Russell Wilson looks out for his wife, and Edelman gets into trouble24:00 - MLB cheating scandal is taking over, but how much cheating is going on in the other sports?29:00 - Does the MLB actually like the attention it is getting regarding the cheating scandal?34:00 - “Playas Call” AB once again making news with his latest social media post

The crew talks about the Pats early playoff exit, and the future of Tom BradyIt's been 2 decades of excellence from the Patriots, but did their playoff loss to the Titans signal the end of the relationship between the Pats, Brady and the fans? 1:00 The shock of the Pats losing to the Titans, and a recap of the game.4:40 What's going to happen to Tom Brady?17:38 Cold Cuts & Hot Takes "Brady is the reason for the season"22:26 Is there drama behind the scenes with the Pats?35:40 "Playa's Call" Dwight Howard and Jaylen Brown

Former Patriot Patrick Pass joins the crew of that 617 to discuss why he’s not worried about the Patriots offense, why he remains confident in this team for the playoffs. The crew also reacts to Steph Curry trending for non NBA reasons, and KG’s comments about breaking LeBron James.1:00 - Cerrone details his crazy work story. SPOILER ALERT it’s awkward.4:00 - 3X Super Bowl Champion Patrick Pass joins the show5:30 - What does Patrick think about Tom Brady not making the Pro Bowl?7:00 - Patrick Pass gives his reason for Tom Brady and the Patriots offense struggling9:00 - Pass explains why Julian Edelman was robbed by not making the Pro Bowl11:30 - If Brady played in a dome like Drew Bree’s does, would he have even more success?13:45 - Pass explains why he remains confident about the Patriots in the playoffs15:00 - Shanda sound’s off: Steph Curry is trending and not for basketball reasons20:00 - What to make about KG’s comments saying that the Celtics broke LeBron

On this week's episode of "That 617 Life", Shanda Foster and Cerrone Battle are joined by Kyle Draper from NBC Sports Boston to talk about the Celtics tough losses in Indiana and against Philly, plus how they are feeling about the team as they get a short five day break.Also, we debate whether the Celtics are CON-tenders or PRE-tenders in the NBA landscape.

We have an important court case to settle. WHO actually deserves the credit for the Patriots success? Judge Shanda Foster hears from both Leroy and Cerrone, who defend their sides on who made who.5:00 - Court is in session: Shanda is the judge. Leroy defends his client Bill Belichick. Cerrone defends his client Tom Brady.6:40 - Cerrone gives his opening statement on why Tom Brady deserves the credit for the Patriots success. 9:10 - Leroy gives his opening statement on why Bill Belichick deserves all the credit for the Patriots success. 11:46 - In Cerrone's Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, he questions whether or not the explosion of insane individual numbers this season is good for the NBA.17:33 - Leroy explains why there would be no Tom Brady without Bill Belichick.24:40 - Cerrone gives his counter argument, explaining how Brady has contributed to the Patriots dynasty and how he has been able to win regardless of who Belichick has given him to throw to.35:20 - This week, Shanda sounds off on the Globetrotters continuing to one-up their own trick shots, Antonio Brown's new musical project with Sean Kingston and on some comments made by Kevin Garnett.

Shanda, Leroy and Cerrone bring you the hottest topics in Boston Sports right now. If you were Kraft, would you take Antonio Brown back? Let's be honest on who America's team REALLY is. Is the rest of the world getting a glimpse of the Celtics true potential?3:00 - If you were in Robert Kraft’s shoes, would you take back Antonio Brown?9:30 -Cerrone brings you his ‘Cold cuts and hot takes’ where he breaks down who is really America’s team. The Patriots or the Cowboys?20:00 -Shanda sounds off: Bill Russell finally accepts Basketball Hall of Fame ring24:00 -Reacting to Terrel Owens confronting Stephen A. Smith over Colin Kaepernick28:00 -Did this Celtics West Coast trip prove to the doubter that the Celtics are legit?32:00 -Players Call, we give a shot out to people who deserve some love

3:38 - Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone discuss the Patriots upcoming game vs. the Eagles and wonder if the beating they took vs. the Ravens is a sign of things to come for the remainder of the season.9:23 - In this week's Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, Cerrone Battle discusses the perception of black quarterbacks in the NFL. He argues that while the stereotype is supported statistically, it doesn't excuse teams from not developing black quarterbacks into pocket passers.19:25 - Shanda sounds off on former Houston Astros pitcher Mike Fiers for snitching on the organization for illegally stealing signs in 2017. She also sounds off on Jay-Z's potential role in the workout being held for Colin Kaepernick.29:09 - Social media exploded with opinions after Myles Garrett ripped off Mason Rudolph's helmet and hit him in the head with it. Should we even be having the "who started it" argument when something this egregious happens?37:23 - In this week's Playa's Call, Shanda shouts out Austin Rivers, Leroy shouts out Red Shaydez and Amanda Shea and Cerrone shouts out Disney Plus.

(4:09) - Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone give their takes on the issue of load management in the NBA and debate if non-injured players should be missing games.(11:41) - Cerrone gives his Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, arguing that athletes that have been wronged and the fans who support them need to stop comparing professional sports to slavery. Shanda and Leroy react.(19:34) - Shanda sounds off on Matt Barnes and his ex-wife Gloria Govan, Trevor Booker for complaining about his time with the Wizards and Chase Young from Ohio State being suspended for accepting a loan.(27:40) - Leroy takes us through his experience at his first Bruins game and talks about how intimidating it can be for a person of color.(35:59) - In this week's Playa's Call, Cerrone shouts out Joejuan Williams, Shanda shouts out Kalin Bennett from the Kent State men's basketball team and Leroy shouts out Pedro Martinez and his wife Carolina.

4:56 - Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone debate if the current Patriots defense is the best in NFL history or if it's too early to tell.11:10 - In this week's Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, Cerrone gives some love to the Patriots offense, which he argues hasn't been receiving enough credit for the Patriots 8-0 record this season. Shanda and Leroy give their take.17:42 - Shanda sounds off (positively) on the WWE having it's first ever fight in Saudi Arabi, the University of Pittsburgh's assistant director of player personnel played a prank on his players and the fight between Joel Embiid and Karl Anthony Towns.23:46 - Were people actually giving up on the Celtics after their opening-night loss to the 76ers? Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone talk about how this squad isn't about to let teams like the Bucks intimidate them.30:19 - In this week's Playa's Call, Leroy shouts out a local Pop Warner football coach, Shanda shouts out Stephon Gilmore and Cerrone shouts out Gordon Hayward.

4:26 - A handful of players have come and gone in Foxboro this season. Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone debate whether or not the Patriots should be so ruthless with getting rid of players.13:33 - In Cerrone's Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, he talks about how the end is nearing for LeBron James and if he really deserves to be called "The King" anymore.20:49 - Shanda sounds off on Patrick Beverley being fined by the league for throwing the ball into the stands, Tyronn Lue snubbing Rich Paul and Jaylen Ramsey's love life in Los Angeles.26:33 - After just one game Celtics fans are already going crazy about the team underperforming. Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone discuss the reason for their overreaction.36:49 - In this week's Playa's Call Leroy shouts out Aaron Monteiro, Shanda shouts out Lisa Leslie and Cerrone shouts out the new Call of Duty game.

5:26 - Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone talk about the knee injury Patrick Mahomes suffered vs. the Broncos, how it affects the Patriots chances to win the AFC and what it means for the marketability of the league.13:04 - Cerrone Battle gives his Cold Cuts and Hot Takes, NBA-preview style. 23:24 - Shanda sounds off on Michael Stahan's wife seeking child-support money, Myles Garrett being punched in the face by a fan and the pettiness of Detroit Lions fans after their controversial loss to Green Bay.31:41 - The Madden Curse is real and Patrick Mahomes being injured Thursday night proves it. Who are the few players who have actually escaped their fate?37:02 - In this week's playa's call, Leroy calls out Shaq, Shanda calls out Damien Williams and Cerrone calls out Michael Jordan.

2:50 - The crew react to the Patriots win over the New York Giants, Antonio Brown expressing desire to return to the Patriots and they discuss Rob Gronkowski's much talked about on-air debut as an NFL analyst10:48 - Cold Cuts and Hot Takes: Cerrone goes off about the strength of the Patriots schedule and how fans waited until they were 6-0 to start pointing out how easy the schedule has beencccc19:48 - Leroy and Cerrone reveal the surprising truth they discovered about the NBA and the NFL34:03 - Shanda Sounds Off: Shonda covers several topics including the XFL, Ewa Brodnicka's crazy weigh in and what you missed from the Lakers/Nets China game42:15 - Playa's Call - Cerrone, Shanda and Leroy each give their weekly shoutouts.

1:20 - We're four weeks into the NFL season, but how exciting has it really been? The guys discuss if the NFL product is losing its entertaining factor and whether or not the NBA can take over as the number one professional sports league7:15 - Cold Cuts and Hot Takes: Cerrone goes off about everyone being so on board with the Red Sox possibly trading Mookie Betts. Is he the second best athlete in Boston after Tom Brady?15:20 - Shanda Sounds Off: Shonda covers several topics including Darren Rovell's comments on the NCAA payment laws, a Percy Harvin interview that had Golden Tate responding on social media and Uncle Luke's comments on Jennifer Lopez and Shakira headlining the Super Bowl Halftime Show this year23:36 - The trio discuss Marcus Smart's comments about dealing with the grief of losing his mother last year. Are athletes giving themselves enough time to grieve and deal with their mental health or are they under too much pressure to return to the game?31:38 - Playa's Call - Cerrone, Shanda and Leroy each give their weekly shoutouts.

The "That 617 Life" crew of Cerrone Battle and Leroy Irvin discuss Kyrie Irving's comments at Nets Media Day, ESPN's Top 100 NBA Players list and the expectations for this years Celtics team2:25 - Kyrie Irving spoke for the first time as a member of the Brooklyn Nets and he had a lot to say about the Celtics. How do you feel about what he had to say?11:33 - Cold Cuts & Hot Takes - Cerrone has added an NBA player to his all-time overrated list after this player ranked #49 on ESPN's Top 100 NBA Players list17:51 - Four Celtics players appeared on ESPN's Top 100 NBA Players list, do you agree with where they ranked? Also what are the expectations for this years Celtics team as the start of the season approaches? 29:15 - Playa's Call - Cerrone and Leroy give their weekly shoutouts.

The "That 617 Life" crew of Shanda Foster, Cerrone Battle and Leroy Irvin discuss Friday afternoon's breaking news that the Patriots released wide receiver Antonio Brown, after 11 days of off the field noise. Also in this week's episode - Cerrone on why local high school athletes never choose a local college like B.C., and the NBA announcing tighter rules on tampering. Plus, as always, Shanda Sounds Off and Playa's Call.

1:53 - With the image of the Patriots organization continuing to take hits, what will it take for fans to turn on the team? Do we prioritize winning over integrity and morality when it comes to the teams we follow?11:07 - Cold Cuts and Hot Takes - Cerrone riffs on the new California bill that allows student athletes to be paid for their likeness. Is this a key step forward to college athletes being paid to play?18:07 - Shanda Sounds Off - Shanda talks about a handful of headlines that caught her attention, including Joe Johnson in the Big 3, Gronk thinking he's been 'fixed,' and Ernestine Bayless releasing a new book.25:02 - The trio come up with some advice to give future athletes who are coming to Boston for the first time. Leroy has a couple stories about his potential Arena Football career and meeting Sony Michel.33:53 - Playa's Call - Cerrone, Leroy and Shanda give their weekly shoutouts.

2:00 - With the Steelers coming to town on opening night for the Patriots, Leroy, Shanda and Cerrone talk about what makes this matchup so competitive and fun to watch.9:46 - Cerrone's Cold Cuts and Hot Takes - Cerrone gives his take on Jemele Hill's comments made in her column on student athletes returning to historically black colleges and universities.17:54 - Shanda Sounds Off - Shanda rolls though a variety of recent topics that have piqued her interest, including Simone Biles making a statement about the charges placed on her brother, Chris Jericho losing his title belt and ESPN's body issue.22:50 - Leroy hosts a 'Family Feud' style game called 'Fan Feud.' Shanda and Cerrone have 20 seconds to answer five football-based questions. Whoever has the most points wins!30:53 - Playa's Call - Cerrone, Shanda and Leroy each give their weekly shoutouts.

In this week's episode of "That 617 Life" with Leroy Irvin, Shanda Foster and Cerrone Battle, lots of talk on Gronk partnering with CBD's, Bronny James, Kanter high on Kemba, and Carli Lloyd seriously trying out for the NFL.Off the top, Leroy has had quite a week, including getting a tooth pulled and thinking he was Kerry Washington on Friday morning. (4:00) Rob Gronkowski announced he has partnered with a CBD medical company. Shanda has some very personal experiences with CBD and it's place in sports. (13:05) In Cerrone's "Cold Cuts, Hot Takes", Bronny James, Zaire Wade and other children of superstars are all over IG in their teens, and he is not a fan. (23:00) Shanda 'Sounds Off' on Naomi Osaka, Ciara becoming a pro sports owner, and Demarcus Cousins legal issues. (32:24) The crew talks about Enes Kanter's comments on the Celtics chemistry last year with Kyrie and how he'd much rather have Kemba Walker. (43:24) Also, some great debate on whether US Women's National team star Carli Lloyd deserves a chance at an NFL kicker job.

In the premiere episode of "That 617 Podcast" with Shanda Foster, Cerrone Battle, and Leroy Irvin, man do we have a lot to get through!Off the top, we discuss the Patriots third preseason game against Carolina, including how Tom Brady looked, Jakobi Meyers with an uneven game, plus what to expect from Josh Gordon this season.(15:31) Shanda sounds off on the tattooed Larry Bird mural, Carmelo Anthony and the Lakers, and James Harden's magical beard powers.(21:51) Patrick Chung got in some hot water over a possible cocaine charge...lots to unpack of what happened at his New Hampshire house.(28:25) Cerrone's "Cold Cuts and Hot Takes" calls out Carmelo Anthony for not taking the hint and going away.(32:34) Jay-Z and the NFL announced a partnership this week, and there's been a lot of chatter on social media relating to Colin Kaepernick. A great discussion from the crew on this topic.(46:11) We finish out the sho with "Playa's Call", including an unlikely choice from Shanda.

NBC Sports Boston is proud to bring you 'That 617 Life' podcast - a refreshing take on everything Boston sports and culture. Cerrone Battle, Shanda Foster and Leroy Irvin talk about Boston's local teams and what's going on in the community.Make sure to subscribe, tell a friend to subscribe, etc. Look for Episode 1 to drop this Friday, August 23rd!