Two curious social science teachers analyze books, articles, documentaries, shows, and cultural issues from an independent perspective.
John and Shukri talk basketball, Hello Kitty jerseys, and summer interests.
John and Shukri discuss the history of baseball, shows that offer multiple points of view, and what's going on in the NBA and NFL.
John and Shukri discuss how coffee impacts their lives.
Shukri talks about the NBA playoffs, the NFL draft, and the start of the baseball season, and reviews the film, The Penguin Lessons.
Shukri explains the evolution of the WWE product and vents about the current state of professional wrestling.
John and Shukri discuss the Shaq and Penny Orlando Magic.
John and Shukri discuss tv, books, sports, and other culture topics on this episode of The Class X Podcast.
Shukri discusses the new series, Ludwig, and why he isn't a fan of the new season of All Creatures Great and Small.
Shukri reviews the book, Holy Toledo: Lessons From Bill King, Renaissance Man of the Mic.
Shukri reviews the final season of Cobra Kai and reflects on the series in its entirety.
We were able to fix a podcast from a few months ago. In this episode, we discuss the Mr. McMahon documentary, Mike Tyson, and a little fantasy football.
Shukri and John continue their conversation about the NFL and discuss a few more sports-related topics.
Shukri and John discuss an NFL Films documentary that examines how quarterbacks throw the football.
Shukri and John discuss sports and reality television in part 2 of this podcast episode.
Shukri and John talk Rickey Henderson and and general sports talk in part 1 of a 2-part podcast.
John and Shukri discuss the male need for fantasy football. They also examine the Detroit Lions and the tragedy that is the Sacramento Kings.
Shukri reviews Aaron Rodgers: Enigma and discusses how the veteran athlete is dealing with the end of his career.
Shukri discusses the debate over teaching novels in a modern school setting. Are students still able to read books? Are the classic texts vital to a good education? Let's see what you think.
Shukri reviews the Netflix documentary, Mr. McMahon.
Shukri discusses the ideas behind the famous Charlie Brown, Great Pumpkin special.
Shukri discusses President Biden's apology to Native Americans and how it represents a secure society.
Shukri discusses the film, Swing Vote, and reflects on our current state of politics.
Shukri and John discuss the 90's hit show, "Are You Afraid of the Dark". The Class X guys also converse about the final Oakland A's game at the Oakland Coliseum.
Shukri discusses the 2024 New Orleans Saints.
John and Shukri discuss the ESPN 30 for 30, American Son.
Shukri discusses the pros and cons of taking a family to Disneyland.
John and Shukri discuss season 2 of House of the Dragon.
Shukri discusses summer baseball, Blake Snell's no-hitter, and why he appreciates the game.
Shukri discusses the Inside Out film series, and a few shows that he's watching this summer.
Shukri and John discuss the top ten quarterbacks in the NFL. Sorry for the lack of music. We are publishing our podcast through a different website at the moment.
Shukri discusses the life of Bill Walton and analyzes ESPN's documentary on "the luckiest guy in the world." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
John and Shukri discuss why they have changed their rooting interests. Both are starting to cheer for their local teams, and both hosts are beginning to accept the Oakland A's decision to move to Las Vegas. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri and Jonathan discuss the Netflix documentary, "Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult". This podcast explores universal issues that arise in cults, while analyzing the themes of the documentary. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri reviews the PBS show, Mr. Bates vs. The Post Office-a show that seeks to explain a dystopian event that occurred in England during the early 2000's. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
John and Shukri review "The Great Heisman Race of 1997". After discussing the ESPN documentary, the Class X guys discuss NBA basketball, and the works of Morgan Spurlock. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri and Jonathan discuss why NPR is losing its core audience. Is it political? Is it market-based? These questions and more will be discussed on this episode of The Class X Podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri reviews the documentary: The Incomparable Mr. Buckley. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri discusses the topic of should versus want, or the balance that we must strike when making decisions. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
John and Shukri discuss TikTok and what they are currently watching on television. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri and his brother-in-law, Zac, discuss what it's like to fast during the month of Ramadan. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri reviews Netflix's Loudermilk and Cunk on Earth. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
John and Shukri discuss the Super Bowl, the NBA playoffs, and a little golf. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri reviews Miss Scarlet and The Duke, and Belgravia. Plus, he discusses why it's hard for shows to reach a large audience in 2024. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri and John discuss painful playoff losses, the importance of momentum, and choking in pressure situations. Plus, both guys give their super bowl predictions. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri discusses how "All Creatures Great and Small" tackles the issue of PTSD. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri discusses the pros and cons of the smart phone and analyzes an NY Times article about switching to a flip phone for a month. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri examines the life of Franklin Roosevelt with a focus on what made him such a great leader. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri discusses the documentary "Bye Bye Barry", which examines the life and unexpected retirement of Barry Sanders. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri discusses the traits of a skilled conversationalist on this episode of The Class X Podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri discusses what the Oakland A's mean to him, and reflects on the connection of this working class team to himself and the fan base of Northern California. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message
Shukri discusses utopian communities as he reflects on an episode of Morgan Spurlock's show, 30 Days. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/classxpodcast/message