The Bragman Breakdown

Welcome to the final episode of NSL Talk! of the 2024 season. On June 22nd at the Arlen Specter US Squash Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the New York City Knights were crowned as the first ever NSL Champions. Today, we have a recap and analysis of the match, followed by an exclusive interview with Knights star player and 2024 NSL MVP Sebastien Bonmalais and New York City Head Coach Sam Scherl to cap off an amazing first season of NSL Talk!  Finals recap and analysis (0:28) Final reflections on an amazing inaugural season of the National Squash League (25:54) Exclusive interview with Sebastien Bonmalais and Sam Scher (30:18)Thank you guys for listening, and  please... Enjoy! Stay informed! Check out the NSL website: https://nslsport.com/Subscribe to the NSL on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NationalSquashLeagueFollow the NSL on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nsl.sport?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==And last but not least, for more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Welcome to episode 4 of NSL Talk! The regular season has just wrapped up and we're less than 2 weeks away from the NSL Finals at the Arlen Specter US Squash Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We have 2 great interviews on today's show, kicking things off with New York City Knights star Matias Knudsen. We talked about growing up playing squash in Bogota, Columbia, deciding to play college squash in the US, his viral trick shots that have taken social media by storm, his first year as a full time professional on the PSA World Tour (It really was a rollercoaster year for the Colombian) and more (4:41). We then welcomed TJ Dembinski of the Newport Dragons onto the show. A 2-time All American and former collegiate National Champion at Yale University, TJ was drafted by the Newport Dragons in the 4th round of this year's NSL Draft. The former Yale Bulldog grew up in New Haven, Connecticut, just down the road from his alma mater. We talked about his longtime friend and teammate (In high school, college, and the National Squash League) Spencer Lovejoy, his National Championship winning season in 2016, his former coach, the legendary Dave Talbott, what it's meant to him to be apart of the NSL's inaugural season, and more (1:04:35). Enjoy! Stay informed! Check out the NSL website: https://nslsport.com/ Subscribe to the NSL on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NationalSquashLeagueFollow the NSL on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nsl.sport?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==And last but not least, for more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Jackson first met Fred Mirbach when he served as the long term substitute teacher for his radio class during his junior year of high school. Since, they've developed an unlikely friendship that's now spanned almost three years, but Jackson realized that he didn't really know Fred's life story. Bits and pieces, sure, but what was he like growing up? Where did his journey take him? How did he become the 74 year old grandfather that he is today? With Jackson being away at school this year, the two shared many phone calls featuring advice, counseling, and gossip, and finally, they were able to sit down in person to discuss the evolution of their relationship through the lens of Fred's life story. Really cool episode, huge thanks to Fred for coming on and opening up the way he did. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Welcome to episode 3 of NSL Talk. Great show for the people today as we are halfway through the National Squash League regular season with 2 huge matches coming up this weekend as the 1-0 Nashville Crushers are set to take on the Derby City Colts this Friday, May 17th and the New York City Knights will do battle with the Chicago Grizzlies this Saturday, May 18th. We have 3 interviews on today's show beginning with 2 gentlemen who both play in the NSL for the Nashville Crushers and Newport Dragons respectively, league cofounders, my bosses, and most importantly, friends of the program Timmy Brownell and Spencer Lovejoy. The Crushers and Dragons are each 1-0 to kick off the season, Timmy and Spencer talked about that and their teams, a little behind the scenes from their opening weekends. They also reflected on how far the league has come from the first ever NSL rules exhibition match in Louisville, Kentucky in May 2023 to the first season of the NSL being so successful with bigger and better days on the horizon (5:59).  Following that 22 year old from Leicester, England that's seen a rapid rise up the PSA World Rankings Simon Herbet joined the show. We heard from Simon about joining the NSL, how it's lived up to his expectations, as well as working with one of squash's most polarizing coaches Rob Owen, who's worked with the likes of former World #1 and current World #2 Paul Coll, current World #4 Nele Gillis, and British Junior Open finalist, the 18 year old phenom Jonah Bryant. The Englishman also told some funny stories of being on tour and answered some rapid fire questions (26:41).  Finally, NSL commissioner Fernando Valdizan joined the show about the NSL's new partnership with US Squash, the early success of the league in its inaugural season, and the future of the NSL (1:09:28).  Enjoy! Stay informed! Check out the NSL website: https://nslsport.com/  Subscribe to the NSL on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NationalSquashLeagueFollow the NSL on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nsl.sport?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== And last but not least, for more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:  Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

For the last 14 years, alongside his cohost Dr. Trey Franklin, Jeff Peck has served as the host of the Still Real to Us Show and this week he returned to The Bragman Breakdown podcast.  The first time we had Jeff on was a year and a half ago to talk about CM Punk's now infamous media scrum following AEW All Out 2022, so this time Jackson had to ask him his thoughts on Punk's, more recent, explosive shoot interview on the MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani in the leadup to WrestleMania a few weeks ago. Before that, however, the gents recapped WrestleMania 40 from Philadelphia and discussed the current state of WWE creative with Vince Macmahon out of the company and the dawn of the Paul Levesque era in WWE. Great show today, huge thanks to Jeff for making time for us. Make sure to catch him and Dr. Trey every Thursday on the Still Real to Us Show, wherever you get your podcasts. Enjoy!For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Dr. Ken Jackson is an English Professor at Wayne State University specializing in Shakespeare, religion, continental philosophy and literary theory and this week he's back on The Bragman Breakdown for the third time. Dr. Jackson shares his thoughts on parenting and early childhood development in 2024, and what the future holds for Gen Z. Huge thanks to Dr. Jackson for making time for us and we hope to have him on many more times in the future. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Welcome to episode 2 of NSL Talk! We have a stacked show for the people today, as Jackson Bragman and Sean Choi are back to chronicle an eventful draft weekend in Nashville, Tennessee. Jackson and Sean kickoff the show by recapping their truip to Nashville and analyzing the brand new NSL rosters by power ranking all 6 teams (13:23).  Next, they chat with New York City Knights 4th round pick and college squash legend Sam Scherl on how his minimalistic warmup gives him a leg up in the NSL format, beating Moustafa Asal in juniors, and his excitement to be back playing competitive squash (53:52). Finally, the gents interview the first pick in the history of the NSL Draft, the Atlanta Tornado's Youssef Ibrahim about what it means to be the first draft selection in NSL history, his fandom for American sports, and how his team stacks up to the competition across the league (1:11:41). Enjoy!  To keep up with the NSL, for information on how to attend this weekend's draft (and/or any other future events), head to the NSL website: https://nslsport.com/Subscribe to the NSL YouTube Channel so you never miss a match: https://www.youtube.com/@NationalSquashLeagueFollow the National Squash League on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/nsl.sport?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==And last, but not least, for more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Attention!!! Squash University is now streaming on its own podcast page, wherever you. Click here to subscribe to Squash U on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vYwalf9Kmufl4peQUKw8V?si=5abd04192139455b Or go to the explore page and search "Squash University" wherever you get your podcasts! The University of Pennsylvania Quakers are your 2024 CSA Men's National Champions! After an amazing season full of talking about teams across college squash, this episode is all about our guy Gilly and his boys hoisting the Potter Cup for the first time in school history, and what better way to do it than live, in person, at the Arlen Specter US Squash Center in the heart of Philadelphia, PA, the site of Penn's National Title win less than a week prior. Gilly tells Jackson how it feels to finally win a National Championship for the school he played for almost 2 decades ago and what it means for the Penn Squash program before the gents welcome on Penn team captain Roger Alber Baddour to recount the team's trials and tribulations throughout the year and how they were able to avenge their 2 regular season losses, to Princeton and Trinity, in the National semifinals and finals. It was so cool to record live from the Specter Center during last week's CSA Individual Championships. Huge congrats to our brand new CSA Women's Individual National Champion, Harvard's Saran Nghiem and the men's champion, Trinity's Mohamed Sharaf. Huge thanks to Roger for joining us and congrats for helping lead his team to its first ever National Championship. Enjoy! 

The CSA National Team Championships are in the books and the women of Trinity College, and Gilly's men of the University of Pennsylvania each hoisted their respective trophies this Sunday at the home of this years competition, the Arlen Specter Center. Gilly and Jackson will breakdown the exciting National Championship weekend next week live in person when the gents are back at Specter for the Individual National Championship competition, but in the meantime, congrats to Gilly and his boys, as well as Wendy Bartlett and the Trinity on amazing seasons. This week's show features 2 amazing interviews conducted last week that we haven't been able to upload until now, but still think are enthralling and wanted to share with all of you. First, the guys were joined by CSA All-American and University of Rochester #1, from India, Yash Fadte. Yash joined us days after his team won the Hoehn Cup, the second division in men's college squash to finish 13th in the country. Yash was fantastic and extremely candid about the roller-coaster of a season he's had with U of R this season, which ultimately ended on a high note and Hoehn Cup victory. Next was Columbia head men's and women's coach Chris Sachvie. Gilly and Chris reminisced about their first ever match, Gilly a senior for Penn at the time, playing Chris a freshman at Cornell and the, perhaps overly, lively home crowd in attendance in Philly. Chris also spoke about his men's and women's teams, their seasons thus far, and preparing for the Nationals competition last weekend. Fun episode this week. Huge thanks to Yash and Chris and, once again, huge congrats to Trinity and Penn, our brand new CSA National Champions. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown/College Squash Show content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Franklin & Marshall just wrapped up an intense weekend at the CSA Divisional Team Championships, which saw 5 out of the 6 matches for the Diplomats men's and women's teams end in 5-4 results. Meanwhile F&M head coach Gavin Jones has just concluded his 13th season in Lancaster, PA, making him one of the longer tenured head coaches in the CSA. Jones joins The College Squash Show this week to provide a recap of last weekend's Divisional Championships, discuss the F&M women's team being promoted to Division 1 status next season, his thoughts on player conduct in CSA over the years, what qualities he looks for in potential team recruits, and the legendary story of his 2013 men's team beating Saint Lawrence in the first round of the National Championships.  Coach Gavin is a class act. Huge thanks to him for joining us and we can't wait to have him back on the show. Enjoy episode 7 of The College Squash Show with Gavin Jones! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

With the NSL Draft in Nashville, Tennessee just one week away, Jackson Bragman and Sean Choi are here to preview the event with exclusive player and owner interviews, as well as a player mock draft. First, Jackson is joined by Nashville Crushers owner and NSL co-founder Jonathan Dyke to talk about his squash fandom, how he got involved with NSL, and his draft strategy heading into next weekend (7:10). Next, Jackson and Sean chat about heading to Nashville next weekend to provide commentary for the USA Vs. The World NSL exhibition match on Friday night, as well as the draft on Saturday, before jumping into a mock draft where they each select one player projected to be selected in the draft range of each of the 4 rounds for their teams (22:28). Finally, Jackson sits down with two of the most exciting, fastest rising players in squash today, Colombia's Matias Knudsen and India's Veer Chotrani. After discussing Matias' viral trick shots of the last several months, as well as Veer's preparation for the upcoming CSA Nationals competition, the gents talk about their excitement for the first ever NSL season, how their playing styles will fare into the NSL format, who they would draft with first overall pick (1:08:55). To keep up with the NSL, for information on how to attend this weekend's draft (and/or any other future events), head to the NSL website: https://nslsport.com/Next weekend's exhibitions on Friday and Saturday, and the draft itself will be streaming live on the NSL YouTube channel. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss it: https://www.youtube.com/@NationalSquashLeagueFollow the National Squash League on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/nsl.sport?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==And last, but not least, for more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

This week Jackson and Gilly are joined by former Bates and Hobart/William Smith head squash coach Pat Cosquer and former George Washington squash coach and founder of the Mid Atlantic Squash Conference (MASC) Anderson Good to preview this weekend's three major CSA conference championship tournaments, the Liberty League, MASC, and NESCAC, in addition to talking about the inception of these conferences and their importance for the long term success of college squash. Before being joined by Pat and Anderson, Gilly and Jackson recap the previous weekend which saw Gilly's U Penn boys clinching a share of the Ivy League Championship and Jackson being awarded Liberty League Rookie of the Week! Huge thanks to Pat and Anderson who have been major advocates for the growth of college squash and we hope you guys enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Gilly is back on the show after a huge 7-2 win for his U Penn boys over Harvard over the weekend. Gilly and Jackson recapped the Quakers win over the Crimson, talked about the importance and prestige of the Ivy League Championship, which Penn can potentially clinch at least a share of this weekend, discussed the other men's and women's results around college squash, and previewed the big week of matches ahead.  

Connecticut College head men's and women's squash coach Scott Brown joins The College Squash Show this week. Scott graduated from Conn in 2019 and returned to coach his Alma Mater in November 2022. As a student, Scott kept busy in his time at Conn serving as a player and captain for the squash team, a player and assistant coach for the tennis team, and, off the court, a co pitch for his a cappella group, the Conn Artists (nice). As a coach, Scott is energetic, passionate, and  is  building the foundation of a very strong culture in New London. It was really a pleasure talking to someone so passionate about squash and coaching young minds. Huge thanks to Scott for taking the time to join us this week. This week's episode is a bit shorter as Gilly was feeling a bit under the weather and was unable to join us, so we don't have a full open, but that will be back next episode with Nationals fast approaching. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

2 of the top players on the PSA World Tour and college squash legends Timmy Brownell and Spencer Lovejoy joined Gilly and Jackson on The College Squash show this week. They talked about their experience playing college squash, why more and more top juniors around the world are coming to the US to play college squash, their best memories, what they loved and what they'd change about the CSA, and finally their new project, The National Squash League, which is about to embark on their inaugural season. Before chatting with Timmy and Spencer, Gilly and Jackson recapped the holiday's and New Year with their families and discussed the CSA Winter Training period and its importance for every program. Then they recapped some of the men's and women's college matches from the last 2 weeks of play. Enjoy! If you have any topics you'd like Gilly and Jackson to discuss on the show, reach out to us on Instagram with any suggestions : https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Much like many of his peers, “All Ego” Ethan Page has clawed his way to the top of the professional wrestling industry. Ethan talked everything from his run in with the Miz, to his Karate Man gimmick, to working with the Hardy Boys, to how he is just now beginning to truly understand wrestling. This was a fun one! Subscribe to Ethan's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@EthanPageVlog?si=mWja5Op5-2D3eMzcAnd follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official_ego?igsh=MXMxaGdyZjlnNG5tNQ==Thanks for an amazing year everyone, and here's to an amazing 2024, we hope you all enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

What better way to celebrate the holidays that with a bonus pod for the people! After Jackson a long day of star studded NBA action and Chinese food for Jackson on Christmas Day, he's primed and ready to share his thoughts and get everyone up to speed on the state of NBA basketball.  Happy Holidays to everyone and we hope you all enjoy!For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

On episode 2 of The College Squash Show, Gilly and Jackson recapped the last weekend of the first semester of college squash, highlighting a couple key men's and women's matchups ahead of the winter break from play. They then discussed the US Junior Open taking place last weekend and Gilly's experience watching and scouting some of the world's top juniors, as well as mingling with some of the Nation's best coaches. In the second half of the podcast, Georgetown Women's squash coach Tim Lasusa joined the show to talk about his college squash playing career at St. Lawrence, helping the Saints to a National Championship finals appearance in 2015, before discussing his first 3 years at Georgetown and how he's built up the program with their newly established varsity status. If you have any topics you'd like Gilly and Jackson to discuss on the show, reach out to us on Instagram with any suggestions : https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Happy Holidays to everyone and we hope you all enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Aaron Resnick (a.k.a AMR Hoops) returns to The Bragman Breakdown to recap the first ever NBA In-Season Tournament. Aaron joins Jackson in discussing the the Lakers win and LeBron's standing is in the NBA today, the Tyrese Haliburton led Pacers' rise to the limelight, Milwaukee's head coaching issue, New Orlean's Zion problem, and more. Huge thanks to Aaron for making time for us this week, make sure to click the links below to check out AMR Hoops on YouTube and Tik Tok. Always fun getting back into some NBA analysis and we hope you all enjoy! Subscribe to AMR Hoops on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@amrhoops?si=79u_rALhomUvGgmsFollow AMR Hoops on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amrhoops?_t=8iHArf4yFp9&_r=1For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

After months in the making, the College Squash Show is here. University of Pennsylvania Men's Head Squash Coach Gilly Lane will join me bi-weekly, to Breakdown the latest happenings, news, and updates, from the world of college squash. In episode 1, Jackson and Gilly open the show with a discussion about the current landscape of college squash, analyzing the brand new 12 team National Championship bracket and chatting about Jackson's weekend in Lancaster Pennsylvania, playing 3 matches for Denison University against Dickinson College, Wesleyan University, and Franklin and Marshall College. Then, they get into their conversation with Tufts men's and women's squash coach Joe Raho. Joe was teammates with Gilly at U Penn over a decade ago and is still one of his best friends. Jackson asks the pair about their coaching philosophies, coaches in other sports they look up to, and much more. Great opening episode of a series Gilly and Jackson are incredibly passionate about and hope to grow in true coming weeks months and years and we hope you all enjoy! 

Gabe and Goose are back to join Jackson in previewing the college football Conference Championship Weekend. They start with The Michigan Vs. Ohio State game which they were all in attendance for, before covering the other major conference title games and discussing Playoff implications of the games. They wrapped up by chatting about a couple other major college football storylines including Mark Stoop short lived run as Texas A&M Head Coach and Colorado's early offseason drama. Fun and insightful chat with the boys and we hope you all enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Peter Vanderkaay is a 3 time Olympian, a 2 time bronze medalist, a 2 time gold medalist, and now a guest on The Bragman Breakdown. Vanderkaay joined Jackson to chat about how he first started out in swimming, his time swimming at University of Michigan alongside Michael Phelps before they became teammates on the Olympic relay team, swimming for world renowned coach Bob Bowman, the day to day role of a swimming coach at the Olympic level, how he stays motivated through training, what it feels like to win a gold medal, and more. Really fun chat this week. We want to send a huge thank you to Peter for his time and we hope you all enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

The gents are back with a (slightly late) NBA preview for the ages. Jackson and Goose predict the top 6 seeds in both conferences and analyze the league's top teams before giving their individual award picks. Good bants this week and we hope you all enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Gabe and Goosey are back and it feels oh so good. The gents analyzed the Travis Kelce/Taylor Swift saga before discussing the red hot Detroit Lions, the EA Sports Miami Dolphins, Gabe's top quarterbacks in college football, Deion Sanders' impact on Colorado and the world of college football, Michigan's early dominance without Jim Harbaugh, and ponder if Nick Saban has lost his touch. It was good to have the gang back together this week and we hope you all enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

At 38 years old, Gilly Lane has taken the college squash world by storm and has turned the University of Pennsylvania into a perennial National Championship contender. He joined the show this week to discuss his time playing number one on the ladder for four years at Penn 2 decades ago, his love and admiration for the school, entering the coaching world at a such young age, his recruiting process, how he builds strong team culture, the one compliment that means the most to him from a former player, and more. Fun chat this week with a quality guy and a staple of the college squash and US squash communities. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Loaded show for the people this week! First, Jackson chatted with Detroit broadcasting legend and National Radio Hall of Fame nominee, Tom Carballo (AKA Mojo) the host of the ‘Mojo in the Morning' show. The two reminisced about Jackson's internship with Mojo last summer before Mojo opened up about the most important lesson he learned as an intern over 30 years ago. Mojo also discussed his start in broadcasting, his controversial interview with Justin Bieber, the one person throughout human history that he would most like to interview, and more. Jackson closes out the episode by recapping his trip to Detroit last Saturday night to see SummerSlam at Ford Field and he shared his thoughts on Roman Reigns and the state of WWE Universal Championship. Enjoy! Follow the Mojo in the Morning Show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/mojointhemorn?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

On this week's edition of Movie Club, Hayden Buckfire joins Jackson to discuss the cinematic phenomenon that's taken the world by storm: Barbenheimer. Greta Gerwig's 'Barbie' and Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' were both released on July 21st of this year, with both films already amassing hundreds of millions of dollars at the box office. Hayden and Jackson talk about how the Barbenheimer phenomenon came to be.  They then breakdown both movies before closing with a conversation on if blockbusters are making a comeback. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

This week… Detroit Lions safety Tracy Walker! Since being selected by the Lions in the 2018 NFL Draft, Tracy has made a name for himself as one of the best open field tacklers in football, leading the Lions in that category by a wide margin in 2021. 2022, however, was a different story as Tracy tore his Achilles tendon in week 3 against the Minnesota Vikings. Following intense rehab, Tracy made a full recovery in a mere 6 and a half months and is 100% cleared for Lions training camp. On this week's pod, Tracy talks about being sidelined for the majority of last season and how he was still able to help his team win, his excitement and expectations for the 2023 season (including the Lions season opening Thursday Night Football game in Kansas City against the defending Super Bowl champs), and much more. Tracy is a class act and it was a pleasure having him on the show. Enjoy!  Follow Tracy on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/itstracywalker?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Good one for the people today as the world ranked #50, and world ranked #72 players on the PSA World Tour Timmy Brownell, and Spencer Lovejoy join The Bragman Breakdown this week. The pair are training partners at the new state-of-the-art home base for US Squash, The Arlen Specter Center in Philadelphia Pennsylvania, and they're both former guests on the show. It was great catching up with Timmy and Spencer about playing one another at the B & R Toronto Open this season and what it's like playing your friends on tour, their commentary of last year's college squash National Championships, and this year's US Junior Open with Squash TV commentator Paul Johnson, their founding of The National Squash League, which just had their first exhibition event, and so much more. Huge thanks to Timmy and Spencer for making this happen. Enjoy!Follow Timmy on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/timmybrownell/?hl=en  Follow Spencer on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/spencerlovejoy/?hl=enFollow the NSL on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/nsl.sport/?hl=en For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

With the NBA Draft and free agency in the books, Jackson and Goose reveal their NBA Power Rankings from bottom to top. Plus, Goose reacts to Damian Lillard's inevitable trade request. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Jackson and Gabraham Lincoln recap the 2023 NBA Draft. Between Victor Wembanyama heading to San Antonio, Scoot Henderson falling to Gabe's Portland Trail Blazers at number 3, Orlando's 2 puzzling lottery picks, and more, there was much to discuss. They also touched on Chris Paul heading to the Golden State Warriors and how that affects the Western Conference next season. Good poddy, please enjoy!For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

NBA Draft expert Thomas Stapleton makes his third appearance on the show this week to preview the 2023 NBA Draft. Thomas has been covering the draft for years for The Wrightway Sports Network, and he brings his insight to the pod this week to breakdown the games of Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson, and more of this year's top prospects on episode 101 of The Bragman Breakdown. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

What a ride it's been. From, the Franklin Park Gazebo, to Jackson's bedroom, to The now famous Double Tree Hotel interviews, we made it to 100 episodes. This week, we brought back a fan favorite, the NBA Who Am I? game, which featured Gabe and Goose putting their NBA knowledge to the test. At the end of the episode, we have a special compilation of some of our favorite Breakdown moments. Huge thanks to everyone who's supported us over the years. Here's to 100, no, 1,000 more bangers. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Jackson, Goose, and Gabe get together to recap the NBA Conference Finals matchups between the Miami Heat and the Boston Celtics, and the Denver Nuggets Vs. the Los Angeles Lakers. They also talk about what Boston and LA should do this offseason to bolster their rosters and preview the finals matchup between Jimmy Butler and Nikola Jokic. Fun one this week, hope everyone enjoys! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

After almost a year of Monday Movie Club magic, Jackson finally discussed the film that sparked his love for movies, Damien Chazelle's 2016 Oscar-nominated film La La Land. He's joined by Hayden Buckfire to discuss the movie's themes,  performances, stunning cinematography, and more on this very special episode of Monday Movie Club. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

From Warriors/Kings to Bucks/Heat, NBA analyst Aaron Resnick joined The Bragman Breakdown this week to break down the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

The first four days of March Madness are over and we've seen crazy upsets, heartwarming stories, and high-level basketball all week. Jackson and Goose broke down everything from the shocking Purdue and Arizona first-round losses to the top-seeded teams headed to the Sweet 16. Really good one for the people today and we hope you guys enjoy! 

With the 2023 Academy Awards less than a week away, Hayden and Jackson joined forces for a special  Oscars edition of Monday Movie Club. The guys break down all of the nominees for Best Picture before Hayden gives his predictions for the winners of the major categories. This week was a fun twist to Monday Movie Club and we hope everyone enjoys! 

Dr. Ken Jackson is a tenured professor of English and Shakespeare at Wayne State University and this week, he joined The Bragman Breakdown! Dr. Jackson chats with Jackson about a wide range of deep philosophical topics including the role religion plays in society's code of ethics, what makes a good person, and the impossibility of the gift. Really fun pod this week. Huge thanks to Dr. Jackson for coming on and I hope you guys enjoy!  For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Hayden Buckfire joins Jackson on this edition of Monday Movie Club to talk about Martin McDonagh's latest movie, The Banshees of Inisherin. The film has received nine 2023 Oscar nominations and is gaining momentum in the Best Picture race. Really fun chat this week about one of the most acclaimed movies of 2022. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Over a year after his first appearance on The Bragman Breakdown, Nathan Lake has returned for a brilliant chat with Jackson on episode 92. Jackson and Nathan caught up on everything that's happened in Nathan's life since they last spoke, including his move to Chicago, his wedding, and playing for Team England. Really fun catching up with one of the nicest, most down-to-earth guys in the world of professional squash. Enjoy! Follow Nathan on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/squashnathan?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

The Columbian Cannonball Miguel Angel Rodriguez joins The Bragman Breakdown this week to discuss his legendary career as one of the greatest Latin American squash players of all time. Miguel tells Jackson about his great week at the Tournament of Champions in New York City last month, how he's playing at such a high level at 37 years old, his legendary run at the 2018 British Open, and more. Really fun interview and I hope you guys enjoy!Follow Miguel on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/miguelsquash?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

The Acrobat and PSA World #15 Gregoire Marche joined The Bragman Breakdown for a great in person interview spanning from the state of French squash and the PSA to his favorite professional golfers and Formula 1 drivers. Great chat with Greg and I hope you guys enjoy! Follow Greg on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/greg.marche?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Goose and Jackson join forces to reveal their official 2022-2023 NBA All-Star ballot. Jackson makes the picks for his 12 all-stars in the East, while Goose handles the West. Really fun pod this week where the statistics, insight, and chemistry, were all flowing. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

As we reach the midway point of the 2022-2023 NBA regular season, Jackson and Goose give their midseason NBA award picks before revealing their respective highly anticipated NBA top 5 favorite players lists. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Welcome to The Bragman Breakdown podcast! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Light episode today as Hayden Buckfire made his return to the podcast to breakdown Rian Johnson's latest film "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery" before an exhilarating appetizer draft with the Jackson, Goose, and the whole Efros family. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Jackson hops on the pod to break down each of the 5 exciting basketball games on Christmas Day this year. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

NBA Draft expert Thomas Stapleton joins TBB to share his first NBA Draft Big Board for the 2023 cycle. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

A big one this week on The Bragman Breakdown. We got the Kiwi Paul Coll to join us for episode 84! Paul tells Jackson about his rise to becoming PSA World #1 last season and now that he's back in the number 2 spot, how he envisions himself getting back to the peak of the mountaintop. Informing, engaging, and entertaining interview with Superman himself Paul Coll on episode 84 of The Bragman Breakdown podcast. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1

Jackson joins forces with the Goosinator to deliver some scorching NBA Hot Takes for the people as we are about a fifth of the way into the 2022-2023 NBA season. Enjoy! For more Bragman Breakdown content, follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/bragmanbreakdownpod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bragman_breakdown?_t=8UTfP6R9XgM&_r=1