The Mike Roach Podcast

In this episode of The Mike Roach Podcast, Mike breaks down Adam Silver's latest press conference where he emphasized the NBA as a highlight league and urged fans to catch the best moments on social media. Discover why the NBA is positioning itself as a highlight league and how social media will shape what fans see and when they see it. Mike Roach breaks down Adam Silver's statements, the implications for broadcasters, teams, players, and you—the passionate NBA fan.

U.S. political commentator and conservative activist Charlie Kirk, aged 31, was tragically killed in a shooting while attending a public event in Utah. Former President Donald Trump confirmed Kirk's death in a statement posted on his Truth Social platform, expressing condolences and noting Kirk's significant influence within conservative circles.

New details have emerged about Kawhi Leonard's controversial exit from the Toronto Raptors in 2019, and it's shaking up the NBA! Reports reveal that Leonard's camp, led by his uncle Dennis Robertson, allegedly made "absurd" demands, including a $10-15M no-show endorsement deal, part ownership of the Toronto Maple Leafs, and more. These requests mirror the ongoing NBA investigation into Leonard's $28M "no-show" deal with the Clippers.#KawhiLeonard #TorontoRaptors #NBAScandal #Clippers #nba2025

On this episode of The Mike Roach Podcast, Mike dives deep into the 5 crucial life lessons he wishes someone had drilled into me before he turned 25. Whether you're in your early 20s grinding through life or reflecting on your own journey, this one's packed with raw, no-BS advice straight from Mikes experiences.If you're loving the podcast, smash that like button, subscribe for weekly drops, and drop a comment: What's ONE thing you wish you knew earlier? Hit the bell for notifications so you never miss an episode.

ESPN analyst Ryan Clark issued a public apology to colleague Peter Schrager after a tense on-air confrontation during "Get Up" on September 5, 2025. The dispute arose while debating the performances of NFL receivers CeeDee Lamb and A.J. Brown, with Clark dismissing Schrager's opinion by calling out his "non-player" background. Schrager fired back, defending his perspective. Clark later apologized on X, citing regret for both on-air and off-air interactions. ESPN! #NFL #ESPN #RyanClark #PeterSchrager

Ben Simmons has been dropped by his agent, Bernie Lee, as he remains a free agent in the 2025 offseason. With rumors swirling about potential retirement and limited interest from teams, what does this mean for the former No. 1 pick and three-time All-Star?

In a disturbing case out of Markham, Ontario, a 12-year-old boy from Toronto has been charged with attempted murder following a daylight shooting on August 14, 2025. York Regional Police arrested the youth, who was already on bail for unrelated violent offenses, after a man was shot and injured near McCowan Road and 14th Avenue. The boy faces multiple charges, including discharging a firearm with intent and breaching release orders. Released on bail again, the case has sparked heated debate over Canada's bail laws and youth crime. Join us as we dive into the details of this shocking incident, the ongoing investigation, and calls for justice system reform.#CTV News#TorontoNews #CrimeNews #YouthCrime #MarkhamShooting #BailReform

In a pivotal moment for public safety discussions in Canada, the Toronto Police Association (TPA)—the country's largest municipal police union, representing over 8,000 officers and staff—sat down with key Liberal cabinet ministers to address the pressing issue of bail reform.

Kawhi Leonard is making headlines for all the wrong reasons! A bombshell report by Pablo Torre alleges that the Los Angeles Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer paid Leonard $28 million for a "no-show job" with a now-bankrupt company, Aspiration, to circumvent the NBA salary cap. The NBA is now investigating these serious claims. What does this mean for Kawhi, the Clippers, and the league? #KawhiLeonard #NBA #Clippers #NBAScandal

A family, having built a life in Canada for over ten years, is now confronting deportation next week, shocked by what they describe as a severe ruling from Canada's immigration authorities.

Mike emphasizes the value of pursuing your dreams, explaining their significance, offering practical steps to achieve them, and highlighting the risk of lifelong regret if you don't act.

Mike discusses the reasons behind the poor performance of collegiate sports in Canada and proposes steps to begin reforming the system.

In Brampton, Ontario, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre unveiled the 'Stand on Guard' principle during a press conference, proposing amendments to the Criminal Code to protect Canadians from prosecution for defending their homes, families, and themselves.

Mike discusses the story of Daniel Amalathas, a 19-year-old student killed in a shooting at Scarborough Town Centre on August 21, 2025. This video explores the details of the incident and the arrest of two 17-year-old suspects charged with second-degree murder.

Mike talks about the six individuals stealing from an LCBO store in Kitchener, Ontario, with bags containing stolen alcohol.

Mike interviews Nicholas Ashakah, an alumnus little brother from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto. They discuss Nicholas's reasons for joining the program, its impact on his life, the value of quality mentorship, challenges facing youth today, and his pitch to recruit more volunteers for the 400+ children on the waitlist.

Mike discusses the case of Jeremy McDonald, a Lindsay, Ontario resident arrested for defending himself after a career criminal armed with a deadly weapon broke into his home.

Mike Roach is back with a new episode discussing Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment's decision to extend Bobby Webster's contract and appoint him as head of basketball operations for the Toronto Raptors.On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers.

Mike shares powerful insights and practical tips to help you break free from feeling stuck and unmotivated in life. Discover actionable steps to move forward, regain your spark, and create a brighter future!

Mike Roach dives into the tragic case of a 14-year-old charged with second-degree murder in the death of 71-year-old Shahnaz Pestonji, in what authorities describe as an unprovoked attack. On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

Mike Roach drops truth bombs on the surging violence in the Black community, where kids are dying for no reason. He breaks down the why, the how, and the gritty timeline to flip the script and spark real change.#canada #change #culture

Mike examines the transformative influence of Masai Ujiri as President of the Toronto Raptors: "He ignited our hope."On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

Mike Roach returns after a brief hiatus to dive into all things Toronto Raptors! In this video, he discusses the future of the organization, the roster moving forward, and what fans can expect.

On this episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, I sit down with former NBA player Alvin Williams for an inspiring and candid conversation. From his humble upbringing to the life lessons instilled by his parents, Alvin shares how he stayed grounded while chasing his dreams. We dive into his journey to the NBA, the challenges he faced, and the hard-earned wisdom that shaped his career and life. Don't miss this heartfelt discussion filled with insights, resilience, and real talk! Subscribe, like, and share for more stories that motivate and inspire. #MikeRoachPodcast #AlvinWilliams #NBAStories #lifelessons

In this episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, Mike joins Nationwide 90FM Live in Jamaica to discuss the New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers matchup. They also debate which team has the deepest roster remaining in the postseason and whether Denver or Oklahoma City will advance, along with other topics.#nba #newyork #jamaica

In this episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, Mike joins Nationwide 90FM Live in Jamaica to discuss the NBA Playoffs. They explore whether Cleveland and Boston can rebound in their series, if Golden State can succeed without Stephen Curry, the outcome of the Thunder vs. Nuggets matchup, and the future of LeBron James and the Lakers.#nba #playoffs #basketball

In the newest Mike Roach Podcast episode, Mike joins Nationwide 90FM in Jamaica to discuss the NBA Playoffs. They explore whether the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James should part ways, the on-court incident involving Tyrese Haliburton's father and Giannis Antetokounmpo, and whether the Knicks or Cavaliers can reach the NBA Finals.#nba #lakers

On this episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, Mike welcomes TSN NBA Analyst Leo Rautins. They dive into the Raptors acquisition of Brandon Ingram, the influence of standout rookies, Scottie Barnes development, perspectives on tanking, team identity, and more.

Carney warns of global financial risks from US trade war. Join Mike for an exclusive interview with Canadian Member of Parliament Rechie Valdez as they dive into the leadership of Mark Carney, Canada's new Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader. In this episode, they explore why Carney's background as a central banker equips him to navigate the ongoing trade war with the United States, how his lack of elected political experience shapes his leadership, and what specific policies he's proposing to tackle the housing crisis, cost-of-living challenges, and rising crime. They also discuss Carney's strategies for unifying Canadians amidst regional divisions, his global experience in handling U.S. relations under President Trump, and his vision for diversifying Canada's economy to benefit workers and businesses. #canadianpolitics #markcarney On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

In this episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, Mike dives into the Nico Harrison controversy following the Luka Doncic trade, Trae Young's frustration with the play-in tournament, why the NBA should stop rewarding losses, and Anthony Edwards fine for offensive remarks toward the Lakers crowd in Game 1 of the playoffs.#nba On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

In this episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, Mike shares his insights on the Canadian Federal election candidates debate. He discusses his opinions on the debate format, suggesting improvements for future debates, evaluates whether the candidates connected with undecided voters, and more.#canada #vote

In the latest episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, Mike discusses the Toronto Raptors struggles this season and shares why it was ultimately worthwhile for the future.#toronto #raptors #nba On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

In the latest episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, Mike sits down with independent Canadian journalist Harrison Faulkner. They delve into the election showdown between Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre, explore key factors influencing voters, consider what outcome Donald Trump might prefer, discuss why Maxime Bernier's message hasn't gained traction, and analyze the situation with Jagmeet Singh and the NDP, among other topics.#canada #pierrepoilievre #markcarney On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

Mike expresses his frustration over Chris Boucher not having played a game since late February.#toronto #raptors #nba #canada On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

The NBA is investigating an incident from Tuesday night's game between Western Conference rivals, where Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant appeared to use his hands and arms to imitate firing a gun toward the Golden State Warriors' bench, according to sources who spoke to ESPN on Wednesday. Additionally, the league's inquiry will examine a gesture made by Warriors guard Buddy Hield prior to Morant's finger-gun actions, sources indicated.#nba #sports #memphis

In this EXPLOSIVE episode, Mike dives into Mark Carney's swearing-in as Canada's NEW Prime Minister, spills the tea on why Carney admires Donald Trump's bold economic moves, and drops a GENIUS fix for the NBA's tanking crisis

On this episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, we dive into the groundbreaking announcement that tennis legend Serena Williams has become a part owner of the Toronto Tempo!

Mike shares his views on the Liberal government's plan to implement the Black Justice Strategy, an initiative aimed at tackling systemic racism.https://www.junonews.com/p/trudeau-government-releases-implementationOn The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

Mike delves into Doug Ford's remarks about reinstating the death penalty for specific crimes.

In the latest episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, Mike delves into Doug Ford's remarks about reinstating the death penalty, explores the potential benefits of adopting DOGE in Canada, and covers Drake's dramatic toss of DeMar DeRozan's jersey off stage in Australia, among other topics.#doge #canada #trump On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

On the latest episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, Mike sits down with former NBA point guard Alvin Williams to discuss the Toronto Raptors acquisition of Brandon Ingram at the trade deadline. They delve into Ingram's overall game, his potential impact on the team, and what this revamped Raptors squad could achieve.*Sorry about my audio issue*On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order last week prohibiting transgender women and girls from competing in female sports.

Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison has reportedly received death threats ahead of the NBA team's first home game since trading star point guard Luka Dončić.

In the latest episode of the Mike Roach Podcast, Mike discusses several hot topics, including Nico Harrison receiving death threats after trading Luka Doncic, President Trump's stance on banning men from women's sports, immigration challenges in Canada, and the new format for the NBA All-Star Game.On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.#nba #trudeau #trump #dallasmavs

The Toronto Raptors acquired Brandon Ingram from the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Bruce Brown and Kelly Olynyk. The Raptors sent a heavily protected first-round pick as well as a second-round pick to the Pelicans. Ingram has been sidelined since early December due to an ankle injury. He's averaging 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 5.2 assists over 18 games this season.On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

Mike gives his opinion of Adam Silver saying he is a fan of 10 minute quarters.

Detroit musician and influencer Dank Demoss, whose real name is Dajua Blanding, has initiated legal action against rideshare company Lyft after an incident involving alleged weight discrimination by a driver. The story has gained widespread attention, igniting outrage and discussions about size discrimination.

Mike discusses the shocking trade between the Lakers and Mavericks involving Anthony Davis and Luka Doncic.

In the latest episode of The Mike Roach Podcast, Mike discusses the shocking trade between the Lakers and Mavericks involving Anthony Davis and Luka Doncic. He also covers Dank Demoss's lawsuit against Lyft for weight discrimination, shares Adam Silver's thoughts on the potential for 10-minute quarters, and touches on the onset of a tariffs trade war between Canada and the United States. On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.

In the latest episode of The Mike Roach Podcast, Mike interviews Clayton Campbell, President of the Toronto Police Association. They discuss several pressing issues, including the rising crime rate in Toronto, Donald Trump's concerns about Northern borders, the shortcomings of the "bail not jail" system, a lack of confidence in the Trudeau Liberal Government, and Campbell's message to Pierre Poilievre. On The Mike Roach Podcast, Roach shares his acclaimed perspective, going beyond sports to address important topics in entertainment, pop culture, society, business, and politics. Listeners can catch his unfiltered takes on the biggest headlines, along with candid interviews featuring industry leaders, innovators, and influential thinkers. The Mike Roach Podcast promises to entertain, inform, and inspire everyone who listens.