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Join Brian Cullen (NBA credentialed media member) and Clayton Stevens (guitarist in Touché Amoré and Entry) as they merge the worlds of sports and punk rock. Twice a week they discuss the league's headlining acts, explore the underground network, have ton

Brian Cullen, Clayton Stevens


    • Oct 6, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Return: Some Of The NBA's Biggest Stars Are Back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 64:35


    As preseason rolls along, the NBA is welcoming back some of it's best players after missing all of last season. Which ones are convincingly BACK? Who has the most important return? Plus, a couple rising stars and a visit to the alter!This episode's music:Algernon Cadwallader: https://algernoncadwallader.bandcamp.com/album/parrot-flies Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA

    How's Tour Going?: A Look At Great And Rocky Starts For NBA Teams

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 42:02


    The NBA season is here! Media Day has wrapped and team's are starting their preseason schedules! As 30 “bands” head out on tour, who is having the best start so far?This episode's music:Rain: https://www.discogs.com/artist/1088273-Raein   Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA

    Coaches On The Move Pt.2 : Every Western Conference Head Coach's Job Security

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 61:12


    It's time to look at the NBA head coaches in the Western Conference and discuss whether or not they're calling to rent a U-Haul this seasonWe support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Big Eyes: https://bigeyes.bandcamp.com/album/stake-my-claim  Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA

    Coaches On The Move Pt.1 : Every Eastern Conference Head Coach's Job Security

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 73:12


    The NBA offseason drama surrounding Kevin Durant and Steve Nash raises a larger question: which head coaches are at risk of losing their jobs this season? Who is untouchable and who is calling professional movers in the Eastern Conference?We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Loma Prieta: https://roklokrecords.bandcamp.com/album/last-city Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA

    WPAWB: What Players Are What Bands, Donovan Mitchell Trade with Zach Pugh

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 50:18


    Comedian and diehard Cavs fan Zach Pugh returns to the show! Fresh off the release of his new standup special he talks about Donovan Mitchell joining the Cavaliers and plays a round of What Players Are What Bands!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Zach's New Special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poXgDo-XtDESubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA

    Stepping Out: Relegating The NBA Before The Season Starts

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 59:05


    A month before NBA training camp starts it's time to look at the Alts relegations from the end of last season and see if anyone is moving up or down. Chet Holmgren is injured and Patrick Beverley has a new home; how will that affect the leagues?We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Ekkaia: https://www.discogs.com/artist/1012349-Ekkaia Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA

    Schedule Me In: The NBA Schedule Drops, A Look At Some Of The Big Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 43:51


    The NBA announced the schedule for the 2022-2023 season! Opening night, Christmas Day, and some other marquee dates are out, but do they make sense? Plus a look at some of the new scheduling highlights and travel changes!

    King Of The Tyrone Hill with Jamel Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2022 67:41


    Comedian, cohost of the Air Buds Podcast, and diehard Washington Wizards fan Jamel Johnson joins The Alts! He discusses growing up a Wizards fan, his thoughts on their upcoming season, how he got into standup comedy and much more!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Icon A.D.: https://www.discogs.com/release/823081-Icon-AD-Let-The-Vultures-Fly-EP Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA

    Appreciate Greatness with Bob Shedd

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 85:51


    Bob Shedd, host of Axe To Grind and In Search of Tracks podcasts, one of the founding creators of Sound And Fury Fest, and all around rad dude jumps in the Alts studio to discuss his path to hardcore, creating a label, loving sports as a punk, the future and past of the NBA and so much more!https://www.jkebrns.com/ We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Toner: https://tonerca.bandcamp.com/ Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA

    NBA Design with Jake Barnes: NBA Design Style, Player Cultural Impact, Music Influence On The Aesthetic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 55:43


    Jake Barnes, freelance designer that works with NBA players and teams, joins the show to discuss his beginnings in LA, the cultures that influenced his design work, upcoming drops, players/teams with the best style and much more!https://www.jkebrns.com/ We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Adult Books: https://adultbooksca.bandcamp.com/album/grecian-urn-2  Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro2:04 Jake Barnes Interview52:50 Adult Books- Innocence (song)

    Tamp, Sealed, Delivered: NBA Board Of Governors Meeting, Harden's Discount and Mitchell On The Move

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 51:44


    The NBA has no offseason as the headlines continue to roll! What new rules have the owners approved? Should Harden's discount be investigated? Where will Donovan Mitchel be traded? Plus an offseason Start Today and Summer League Three Pack!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Exit Order: https://exitorder.bandcamp.com/album/seed-of-hysteria Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro4:50 Headliners31:00 Start Today43:02 Three Pack49:44 Exit Order- Seed Of Hysteria (song)

    Free Agents and Trades: NBA Free Agency, Big Time Trades, New Faces At Summer League

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 57:28


    After a brief hiatus, The Alternates are back! Which players have found new homes in NBA Free Agency? Who has been traded and who is better for it? As Summer League begins are there any takeaways from some of the upcoming rookies?We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Jeniferever: https://www.discogs.com/artist/323472-Jeniferever Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro6:10 Love/Hate Free Agents21:34 Trade Winners and Posers46:34 Summer League52:38 Jeniferever- Sparrow Hills (song)

    Wrap It Up: Warriors NBA Title Thoughts, NBA Draft Night Speculation, Potential Free Agency Buzz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 43:49


    The NBA Finals are over and the Golden State Warriors win title number 7! Whose legacy had the biggest impact from The Finals? Which teams will be making moves at the NBA Draft? Some big players look to be entering free agency; is it real, or just smoke?We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Cross Stitched Eyes: https://ruinnationrecords.bandcamp.com/album/no-ii-cd Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternatehoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro3:18 Headliners31:12 Duo Jam34:10 Start Today36:38 Bet Brains42:52 Cross Stitched Eyes- Cross (song)

    Do Or Die: Warriors Take The Series Lead, Boston In A Corner, New Offseason Trades!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 38:35


    The Golden State Warriors are one game away from a championship. Does Boston have a shot? Who is the current stud? Plus, trades and Game 6 bets!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Destiny Bond: https://destinybandusa.bandcamp.com/releases Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro6:25 Headliners31:36 Bet Brains36:54 Destiny Bond- Baby Bloom (song)

    Old & New It's 1 & 2: Celtics Take The Series Lead, Old Heads Are At It Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 47:26


    After a big win in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, The Celtics take a 2-1 series lead! Alfred Brown IV, singer for Dangers and owner of the gym Gate 14, joins the show to break it all down. Timelord's incredible defense, Draymond's stinker, coaching fumbles and more! Plus, a Poole Part Three Pack and bets for games 4 and 5!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Shin Joong Hyun & Yup Juns: https://repsych.bandcamp.com/album/shin-joong-hyun-yup-juns-1974-korean-blues-psych-rock Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro3:43 Headliners28:15 Three Pack34:20 Bet Brains36:52 Shin Joong Hyun & Yup Juns- Long Long Night (song)

    Modern Miracles: The NBA Finals Are Tied, Warriors And Celtics Adjustments, Quin Snyder Quits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 40:21


    The Celtics and Warriors split the first two games of the NBA Finals! Who has been great? Who has struggled? Who needs to adjust and who is getting the biggest overreaction? Plus a front court edition of Duo Jam and much more!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Alien Nosejob: https://aliennosejob.bandcamp.com/album/hc45-2 Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro3:18 Headliners27:56 Duo Jam36:52 Alien Nosejob- Opinionated F*ck (song)

    History In The Making: An Historical NBA Finals Begins!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 40:56


    With the NBA Finals starting, it's time to look at it's historical significance, potential adjustments, X factors, and matchup numbers! Plus, some NBA Finals trivia and bettings lines through the first few games!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Civilised Society?: https://www.discogs.com/release/471572-Civilised-Society-Scrap-Metal Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro3:01 Headliners27:50 Three Pack33:05 Bet Brains38:27 Civilised Society?- Blotted Paper For Breakfast (song)

    The Finals Countdown: Warriors And Celtics Close Their Series And Head To The NBA Finals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 42:59


    The NBA Conference Finals are over! A look at the Warriors, Mavs, Celtics and Heat through their respective series'. Plus a new underground coaching tree emerges and duo jams are picked!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:BIB: https://bibhc.bandcamp.com/album/delux Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro2:47 Headliners25:48 Underground Network34:13 Duo Jam39:46 BIB- The Fool (song)

    The Pain Delay: Warriors Want To End The Mavs, The Heat Need To Try And Stop The Celtics

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 39:50


    As the Conference Finals continue in the NBA, the Warriors fail to put away The Mavs and Boston has erased Miami's offense. Studs, Duds, Theories, and Floods! Plus, Jayson Tatum trivia and new weekend bets!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Beastmilk- https://beastmilk.bandcamp.com/ Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro2:20 Headliners23:54 Three Pack30:45 Bet Brains36:57 Beastmilk- Death Reflects Us (song)

    Oh The Humanity: NBA Playoff Studs and Duds As The Conference Finals Continue

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 37:50


    Three games into the NBA Conference Finals and one series has the answers while the other is riddled with questions. Who's getting down, who's letting down, and much more! Plus a trip to the Alter of The Basketball Gods and a new round of Duo Jam!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Linda Susan- https://lindasusan.bandcamp.com/track/i-do-what-i-want  Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro2:57 Headliners23:44 ATBG29:36 Duo Jam33:54 Linda Susan- I Do What I Want (song)

    Threes And D: The Conference Finals Have Started In The NBA Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 55:37


    After a long NBA playoffs, the Conference Finals are here! After the Game 1s, who looked believable, who can bounce back, and who is in the biggest trouble? Plus a Conference Finals Three Pack and weekend betting lines!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:William Onyeabor: https://williamonyeabor.bandcamp.com/album/atomic-bomb Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro2:33 Headliners21:28 Three Pack40:09 Bet Brains45:14 William Onyeabor- Better Change Your Mind (song)

    The Dud Flood: The NBA Semifinals Are Over And The Conference Finals Begin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 39:55


    As the NBA Playoffs continue, four teams get eliminated from the Semifinals and four teams move on to the Conference Finals! After round two who came out a stud, who was a dud, and who gets the flood? Some of the picks might surprise you! Plus a look at the next round and a new run of Duo Jam!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Justus Proffit: https://justusproffit.bandcamp.com/album/double-magic Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro1:53 Headliners21:28 Start Today33:52 Duo Jam37:28 Justus Proffit- Afraid To Die (song)

    The Minivan: All The Playoff Series In The NBA Semifinals Are 3-2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 39:55


    It's the 3-2 episode! Every series in the NBA Playoffs are at 3-2. Which ones already look decided and which ones are still hard to call? Plus, a fun round of Basketball Reference Nicknames Three Pack and weekend betting lines in Bet Brains!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Contravene: https://contravene.bandcamp.com/ Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro2:58 Headliners20:36 Three Pack25:39 Bet Brains29:53 Contravene- The Gift Of Life? (song)

    To Two Too: Bucks, Celtics, Heat, Sixers all Tie up their series in the NBA Playoffs Semifinals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2022 32:12


    Things are getting spicy in the NBA Playoffs! Three series in the Semifinals are tied and the Warriors take a 3-1 lead in a chippy round 2. Is Jordan Poole dirty? Are the Sixers taking over? Should the Suns be worried? All that plus a new trivia segment and thing week's Duo Jam!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:The Bananas: https://thebananas.bandcamp.com/album/a-slippery-subject  Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro3:23 Headliners18:02 Clayton Goes To Trivia25:15 Duo Jam29:53 The Bananas- Mercenary (song)

    The Flagrant Two: The NBA Playoffs Get Interesting As The Semifinals Continue

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 42:51


    With the NBA Semifinals all having played two games it's time to take a look at the best and worst series in the second round of the playoffs. Can the Warriors survive without Gary Payton II? Can the Grizzlies last Brooks' suspension? Do the Mavs or the Sixers have a shot? Plus a fun Three Pack and some weekend bets!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Masshysteri: https://www.discogs.com/master/277774-Masshysteri-Masshysteri Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro1:29 Headliners26:00 Three Pack34:22 Bet Brains31:59 Masshysteri- Välkommen Till Verkligheten (song)

    The Raging Semis: The NBA Playoffs Semifinals Begin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 35:24


    The first round of the NBA Playoffs come to a close and the Semifinals begin! Who makes this week's Stud? Who came up a dud? Where will the Flood of overreactions head? Plus, a trip the The Basketball Gods and a Round 2 inspired Duo Jam! Including a tribute to Gabe Serbian and music from his band The Locust.We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:The Locust- https://thelocust.bandcamp.com/ Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro2:52 Headliners19:06 ATBG25:23 Duo Jam31:59 The Locust- Twenty-Three Lubed-Up Schizophrenics With Delusions of Grandeur (song)

    Only Four Left: The Heat, Bucks & Warriors Advance In The NBA Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 36:49


    Three teams advanced in the NBA's first round and we take a look at the winners and losers of those series' and long with who's left and their chances! Then, as an ode to Jokic's elimination it's a trivia segment for the big man and weekend bets! Plus, music from Limp Wrist and Initial State!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Limp Wrist- https://limpwrist.bandcamp.com/album/thee-official-limp-wrist-discographyInitial State: https://www.discogs.com/master/91079-Initial-State-Abort-The-SoulSubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:32 Initial State- Pagan Prayer (song)2:12 Welcome!3:50 Headliners18:15 Three Pack26:19 Bet Brains35:12 Limp Wrist- I Love Hardcore Boys, I Love Boys Hardcore (song)

    The Pressure Is On: The NBA Playoffs Spice Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 45:57


    The NBA Playoffs have gotten interesting and it's time to see who's in trouble! A new stud, a new dud, and a new flood are named. Plus a look at the bracket as one team advanced and a champ is crowned!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Summer Vacation- https://laurenrecords.bandcamp.com/album/conditionHagar The Womb: https://hagarthewomb.bandcamp.com/album/hagiographySubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:58 summer vacation- Last Summer (song)2:35 Welcome!8:19 Headliners26:05 Start Today39:41 Duo Jam46:30 Hagar The Womb- Dressed To Kill (song)

    The Dud

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 39:01


    As the NBA Playoffs roll on The Alternates take a look at the first round stud, dud, and open the overreaction flood! Plus some Play-In trivia and weekend bets!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Accidente- https://accidente.bandcamp.com/album/pulso Mil-Spec: https://mil-spec.bandcamp.com/ Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:48 Accidente- Pulso (song)2:46 Welcome!5:38 Headliners22:08 Three Pack30:34 Bet Brains36:59 Mil-Spec- Parade (song)

    Game 1 Reactions and NBA Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 41:51


    Every team in the NBA Playoffs has played a game 1! It's time to pick a stud, a dud, and open the flood. Reactions to the opening games and shuffling the Slayoffs, Playoffs, and Layoffs. Plus NBA Award Finalists and much more!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Spy: https://spyhc.bandcamp.com/album/service-weapon Alternative: https://www.discogs.com/master/408996-Alternative-In-Nomine-Patri Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:43 Spy- Violent Majority (song)2:22 Welcome!4:43 Headliners23:34 Out Of Step32:40 Duo Jam38:17 Alternative- Anti Christ (song)

    NBA Playoff Eliminations Begin

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2022 48:24


    The NBA Play-In is in full swing, playoffs are starting, and Clayton is back from tour! A look at the first round of the Play-In tournament and what it means for the teams left. Plus, some first round predictions, Timberwolves trivia, and weekend betting lines for Game 1s!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Ritual Veil: https://ritualveil.bandcamp.com/album/wolf-in-the-night Soft Kill: https://anopendoor.bandcamp.com/ Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:41 Ritual Veil- Gray Filter (song)3:33 Welcome!7:50 Headliners29:29 Three Pack35:46 Bet Brains44:59 Soft Kill- Press Play (song)

    The Play-In Episode with Natasha Dye

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 41:44


    As the NBA's regular season wraps up, Natasha Dye returns to discuss the Play-In Tournament, Lakers firing Frank Vogel, Luka Doncic's rescinded tech and subsequent injury, and Adam Silver's concern around star players resting. Plus, a 76ers Underground Network, a new-look Start Today, and of course Duo Jam!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Remains of the Day: https://alertaantifascistarecords.bandcamp.com/album/aa134-remains-of-the-day-hanging-on-rebellion-lp 1905: https://exoticfever.bandcamp.com/album/voice Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTikTok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:38 Remains Of The Day- Dreaming Drowning (song)3:37 Welcome!6:34 Headliners20:14 Underground Network34:08 Start Today33:06 Duo Jam38:51 1905- Fall (song)

    Spurs In, Lakers Out, Bulls Down with Alfred Brown IV

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 54:29


    Vocalist of the band Dangers, Alfred Brown IV, joins the show to discuss the Spurs making the Play-In Tournament, the Lakers season and what it could mean moving forward. Plus, a look at Al's favorite team, The Bulls, what their postseason could look like without Lonzo Ball and maybe some Zion news? Then a trip to the Basketball Gods, a round of trivia and a visit to the casino for some weekend bets!Al's gym and work:https://www.gate14.nethttps://www.culturalmaterials.comWe support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Dangers: https://wearedangers.bandcamp.com/ Comadre: https://comadre.bandcamp.com/ Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:44 Dangers- Softer Science (song)2:16 Welcome!6:37 Headliners24:19 Ask The Basketball Gods33:07 Three Pack40:34 Bet Brains51:22 Comadre- Drag Blood (song)

    Hall Of Slay: Hall of fame finalists, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award, Ben Simmons grievance, and look at the playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 54:32


    Natasha Dye returns to the show to discuss the 2022 Hall Of Fame, the new Kareem Abdul-Jabbar award and Ben Simmons' filing of grievance against the 76ers. Plus, a playoff edition of Out Of Step and a special Duo Jam!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Oroku: https://inimical.bandcamp.com/album/living-through-the-end-timeSmall Brown Bike: https://oldpointlight.bandcamp.com/album/the-river-bed Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:44 Oroku- Vulture (song)2:27 Welcome!9:29 Headliners29:36 Out Of Step45:25 Duo Jam51:18 Small Brown Bike- A Declaration Of Sorts (song)

    Reply Guy and the Perfect Guy w Steven Louis: Heat Fight, Julius Randle Fines, NBA Activism

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 52:37


    Miami Heat gets in a bench scuffle, Julius Randle has paid six figures in fines, Michael Malone gets love, and Kyrie gets a nice kickback from the Yankees! We're joined by writer, organizer and Director of Development at Edifeye Steven Louis to discuss it all. Plus a look at the current lawsuit against the Mavs and the ongoing investigation of Robert Sarver in the scope of the post-Sterling and post-Bubble NBA. To learn more about Edifeye and find ways to get involved visit their site at https://www.edifye.org/We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Entry: https://entrysl.bandcamp.com/album/detriment Glocca Morra: https://gloccamorradied.bandcamp.com/album/just-married-2 Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:55 Entry- Your Best Interest (song)1:59 Welcome!4:16 Headliners16:44 Underground Network34:12 Three Pack39:19 Bet Brains49:17 Glocca Morra- Broken Cigarettes (song)

    He's Bae w/ Natasha Dye: Saddiq Bey's 50, LeBron Passes Malone, Wiseman's Injury, Nurkic The Phone Guy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 49:47


    Natasha Dye makes her return to the show! She joins to discuss Saddiq Bey's huge performance, LeBron's legacy, the Warriors big man and his future, Nurkic making the weekend highlights and more! Plus a new champ is crowned and duos are picked!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Holy Cow!: https://hlycw.bandcamp.comScowl: https://scowl831.bandcamp.com/album/reality-after-realitySubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:55 Holy Cow!- The Answer's No (song)2:34 Welcome!5:11 Headliners20:52 Start Today35:01 Duo Jam48:32 Scowl- My Turn 2 Play (song)

    It's The 60's w/ Natasha Dye: KAT, Kyrie Irving Go For 60, Donovan Mitchell's Big Third, Steph Curry's Injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 42:55


    Reporter Natasha Dye joins the show to discuss HUGE games from Karl Anthony Towns and Kyrie Irving. Plus, a look at the scoring title race between LeBron, Embiid and Giannis. Then, a KAT themed trivia, a trip to the Alter of the Basketball Gods, and weekend bets!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Zounds: https://www.discogs.com/release/674663-Zounds-Demystification The Mob: https://www.discogs.com/master/195103-The-Mob-Let-The-Tribe-Increase Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:48 Zounds- Demystification (song)4:13 Welcome!10:13 Headliners21:50 ATBG28:10 Three Pack31:54 Bet Brains39:21 The Mob- I Wish (song)

    The Greats with Zach Pugh: Popovich the All Timer, Garnett Number Retirement, Alex Caruso Comes Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 41:44


    Comedian Zach Pugh returns to the show to discuss Popovich breaking the all time winning record, Kevin Garnett's legacy and Alex Caruso helping the Bulls! Plus, it's time for relegation in Out of Step and this week's Duo Jams are selected! We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Pink Film: https://pinkfilmdc.bandcamp.comKrimewatch: https://krimewatch.bandcamp.comSubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:38 Pink Film- Firm Against The Teeth (song)2:15 Welcome!4:57 Headliners16:14 Out Of Step33:28 Duo Jam40:37 Krimewatch- No Sympathy (song)

    On The Road- Lu Dort's Injury, Kyrie Irving's 50 and Devin Booker Carrying The Suns

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 35:32


    Both hosts are out of town, but set aside some time to jump online and breakdown the latest around the NBA. In this audio-only episode we take a look at the headlines, play a Luka Doncic inspired Three Pack, and lay down some money on the weekend games in Bet Brains!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Demonios: https://1753.bandcamp.com/album/demonios Spectres: https://spectresvancouver.bandcamp.com/album/nostalgiaSubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:57 Demonios- Escapar (song)2:27 Welcome4:21 Headliners14:44 Three Pack23:40 Bet Brains32:39 Spectres- Pictures From Occupied Europe

    Roaring 50s with Tyler Ross: LeBron and Tatum go for 50, Oladipo Returns, Brook Lopez Is Near, NBA Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 61:50


    Today NBA photographer, photo assistant, and all around amazing dude Tyler Ross joins the show! Huge performances from the stars, returning players for the playoffs and more! Plus, a new champ in Start Today, Pelicans praise, and Duo Jam!Tyler's work:https://instagram.com/tylerossity?utm_medium=copy_linkhttps://www.atrossityphotography.com/We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Crow People: https://www.discogs.com/master/1428205-Crow-People-Cloud-Songs  Thirdface: https://thirdface.bandcamp.com/album/do-it-with-a-smile-2  Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:47 Crow People- Alone Again (song)4:45 Welcome!17:51 Headliners28:02 Underground Network33:22 Start Today47:57 Clayton Checkin50:51 Duo Jam1:00:23 Thirdface- Local (song)

    Leaving Home with Zach Pugh: Durant's Return, DeAndre Jordan's Sixers, Punishing the Utah Jazz

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 33:44


    Kevin Durant makes his return, the Utah Jazz promote hate, and Zach Pugh (comedian, host of What Things Are What Things) joins the show to talk about it! Plus, Cavs trivia, Westbrook resurrection, and much more!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Drunk Uncle: https://drunkuncleatx.bandcamp.com/Short Days: https://shortdays.bandcamp.com/Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:49 Drunk Uncle- Postwork Drink (song)3:02 Welcome!5:41 Headliners12:30 Ask The Basketball Gods17:38 Three Pack25:38 Bet Brains31:42 Short Days- Antisocial (song)

    Return and Rise: Markelle Fultz, Michael Porter Jr return | Harden rises | Dejounte Murray the star!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 47:59


    The Alternates take a look at some much awaited injury updates! Plus, Harden is destined for greatness in Philadelphia, Dejounte Murray's case for superstardom, teams to watch in relegation, and this week's duo jam!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Hank Wood and the Hammerheads: https://hankwoodandthehammerheads.bandcamp.com/ Generacion Suicida: https://generacionsuicida.bandcamp.com/ Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:38 Hank Wood and the Hammerheads- Concrete (song)2:14 Welcome!6:30 Headliners18:21 Underground Network27:07 Out Of Step40:24 Duo Jam45:50 Generacion Suicida- Dices (song)

    Bleak Future: Kemba's Knicks, Zion's Pelicans, LeBron's Lakers, NBA Nicknames, Weekend Bets!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 42:18


    NBA Games resume and The Alternates have you covered! A look at the Goran Dragic signing, Kyrie's good news, Zion as a teammate, and LeBron's next move! Plus some players' nickname trivia and weekend bets!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Karma Sutra: https://www.discogs.com/master/1655829-Various-God-Save-Us-From-The-USA S.L.I.P.: https://sorrystaterecords.bandcamp.com/album/slippy-when-wet Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:54 Karma Sutra- Let Them Eat Samosa (song)4:00 Welcome!6:16 Headliners27:00 Three Pack33:05 Bet Brains40:42 S.L.I.P.- There's No Hope For The USA

    All-Star Games: NBA Playoff Picks, All-Star Changes, Trivia, and Pistons-Suns Duo Jam

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 45:22


    While the NBA is on All-Star break The Alternates give you games to watch! A new champion is crowned in Start Today, the Gods are asked for ASB reform, Three Pack featuring Anthony Davis and Nate Robinson, and Duo Jams are picked!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Ausencia: https://verdugodiscos.bandcamp.com/album/cuantas-vidas-7Alpinist: https://alpinist.bandcamp.com/album/minus-menschSubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:49 Ausencia- Mi Corazon Lloro (Song)2:49 Welcome!10:23 Start Today24:34 Ask The Basketball Gods31:33 Three Pack37:05 Duo Jam42:16 Alpinist- A Is For Army Of Slaves (song)

    Alt Stars: Derozan Breaks Records, First Annual Alt Star Picks, and NBA All Star Weekend Bets

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 34:14


    Heading into the NBA All Star Weekend, The Alternates look at the latest headlines, pick teams for the first annual Alt Stars, and take a trip to the Casino of Clayton to win some weekend money!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Accidente: https://accidente.bandcamp.com/album/amistad-y-rebeli-nCorrode: https://corrodehc.bandcamp.com/album/age-of-ruinSubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:55 Accidente- A Cambio De Que? (Song)2:50 Welcome!6:31 Headliners14:39 First Annual Alt Stars26:19 Bet Brains32:35 Corrode- Suffocation (song)

    On The Move: Bulls, Kings, Knicks, Celtics

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 51:35


    Today on The Alternates we look at some of the recent Bulls and Bucks injuries, a broken record, the stealth Timberwolves, and more! Which teams will survive relegation? Who will Duo Jam between the Pelicans and the Hornets?We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Uranium Club: https://fashionableidiotsrecords.bandcamp.com/album/the-cosmo-cleanersPanacea: https://nnnw.bandcamp.com/album/humanity-is-heading-for-nowhereSubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:41 Uranium Club- Definitely Infrared Radiation Sickness (Song3:35 Welcome!8:17 Headliners17:36 Underground Network23:33 Out Of Step41:27 Duo Jam47:03 Panacea- Lost (song)

    Winners and Posers from the NBA Trade Deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 39:57


    With the adrenaline still pulsing from the NBA trade deadline The Alternates take a look at who the winners and posers are coming out of it! Unsuspecting winners, some obvious posers, and a big incomplete. The Kings, Pelicans, Knicks, Lakers and more go under the microscope. Plus, an unbelievable Three Pack and some weekend betting lines!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Battle Of Wolf 359: http://www.zegemabeachrecords.com/12inches/rwp12inch-kay3rForming: https://vitriolrecords.bandcamp.com/album/forming-s-t-7Subscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comTik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:48 Battle Of Wolf 359- Anfal (song)3:43 Welcome!7:13 Headliners25:03 Three Pack31:27 Bet Brains37:04 Forming- The Night Before (song)

    The Harden They Fall: Caris LeVert and Norman Powell fit in new (old) homes, Harden loses leverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 45:49


    With trade season in full swing The Alternates looks at the trades from the weekend. Does Caris LeVert take Cleveland to another level? How does Norman Powell and Robert Covington fit on the Clippers? Then a look at James Harden needing the Nets. Plus a champion is crowned in Start Today and Duo Jams are picked!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Strangers: https://lastrangers.bandcamp.com/Arcane: https://arcaneseattle.bandcamp.com/musicSubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/thealternatesContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comSocials:@brianscullen@clayton_stevens Follow on Tik Tok: @TheAlternatesNBA0:00 Intro0:41 Strangers- Where Do We Go? (song)2:07 Welcome9:04 Headliners17:02 Underground Network23:53 Start Today36:13 Duo Jam41:32 Outro42:16 Arcane- Ashes (song)

    The Block Contest

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 42:42


    On the latest from The Alternates respects are paid to Bill Fitch, Joerger's return is celebrated, and the ROTY convo gets some competition! Plus an offering at the alter of the Basketball Gods, trivia about the future face of the league, and a boisterous trip to the Casino!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:GLOSS: https://girlslivingoutsidesocietysshit.bandcamp.com/album/demoFried E.M.: https://friedem.bandcamp.com/album/modern-worldSubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYcv...Contact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comSocials:@brianscullen@clayton_stevens 0:00 Intro1:20 GLOSS- GLOSS (We're From The Future) (song)2:43 Welcome5:29 Headliners20:26 Ask The Basketball Gods27:41 Three Pack34:57 Bet Brains40:17 Wrapping it up41:12 Fried EM- Lobotomy (song)

    Budz Talkin' Nugz

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 43:21


    Today on The Alternates your hosts dive into the league after a weekend of screaming, celebrations, and…tennis?! An MVP emerges, but is he safe? Storms in the east, relegation, and jams! Plus some songs to kickstart your week!We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:No Parade: https://www.discogs.com/release/1427173-No-Parade-Ceaseless-FireJungbluth: https://jungbluth.bandcamp.com/musicSubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYcv...Contact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comSocials:@brianscullen@clayton_stevens 0:00 Intro0:42 No Parade- Ceaseless Fire (song)2:00 Welcome5:21 Headliners12:47 Underground Network17:04 Out Of Step34:36 Duo Jam39:20 Outro40:04 Jungbluth- Looks Like Freedom (song)

    Getting Sac'd

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2022 31:38


    It's been an unbelievable few days in the NBA; some good some bad. The Headliners follows a story that's been years in the making, Three Pack focuses on a young man that made history, and Bet Brains might help Brian build his $5 fortune.We support independent music and you should too!This episode's music:Trainwreck: https://trainwreck5.bandcamp.com/musicTherapy: https://therapysd.bandcamp.com/musicSubscribe to The Alternates on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYcvZVRwyeTG9B_74bxDLLwContact us!Email:thealternateshoop@gmail.comSocials:@brianscullen@clayton_stevens 0:00 Intro1:19 Trainwreck- Like Weeds (song)3:00 Welcome5:10 Headliners18:31 Three Pack24:23 Bet Brains29:22 Outro29:59 Therapy- Omen (Song)

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