Unmasked

Is Sam Ehlinger in town for Texas-OU? Because Unmasked is baaaaaaack! Jordan and Zach have made time in their busy schedules to dive into the first quarter of the NFL season: waiver wire pickups, injury replacements, start 'em sit 'ems + more. Why you should buy low on Damien Harris and CeeDee Lamb but sell high on Deebo and the Browns offense! Then, the guys talk about the NBA preseason buzz and why the Warriors may have the best shot out West to knock off LeBron and the Lakers. All of that plus: Sammy D, Cadillac, Zach Denn Moss, Can't Possibly Lose ML Parlay, Cap of a GM Survey, Short-Lived Brees, and a huge HBD to Bruno/Damon/Grayson/Monty! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach debrief the Finals and the impact on the legacies of Giannis and Chris Paul. Should CP3 be considered a top-5 PG all-time? Will he ever win a ring? Then, the crew takes a deep dive on the upcoming NBA Draft with a mock of the lottery selections. Also: KD vs. Curry, Red, White, and Blue Struggles, Franz Draft Preparation, Rick's American Café, B16, Lori Laughlin Sternblitz, & more on the 27th episode of Unmasked! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach are back (again) to dive into an exciting but odd NBA Playoffs that has been plagued by injuries. Does this champion deserve to be crowned the best team in the league? Can Paul George be the best player on a championship team? Also: Best Dame Trades, Pop + Simmons, Aaron Brooks Fan Club, 7'3" Latvians, Cherry Limeades, Zach's not a businessman he's a BUSINESS, MAN, & more on Episode 26 of Unmasked! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to Season 2 of Unmasked! Jordan and Zach are back to recap NBA Free Agency, talk some postseason, and dabble in the world of (legal) sports gambling. Also: An Ode to LA, No More in the 700 Club, Suns or Clips, 60 on +600, Curry for MVP? + more on THE RETURN OF UNMASKED! Stay tuned for an NFL Draft Preview next week! On a serious note, we also want to send our prayers to Terrance Clarke and his family as well as BJ Boston and everyone involved in the tragic scene yesterday. We taped just before the news broke and it's heartbreaking to think about what his career could have been. Sending love. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this special Mamba Edition/Episode 24 of Unmasked, Jordan and Zach debrief the All-Star festivities (and questionable player selection) before previewing what's sure to be an exciting trade deadline in the NBA. What Texas team could Vuc be headed to? Any Love in Big D? How about Drummond boosting the frontcourt in Hollywood? We hash it all out, plus: Who's The Best Luka, Dak Love, Wilt & Pete Make History, DEROZAN SNUB, J Cole Hot Take, and the 2021 Nets in 2013 over everybody & more on Episode Mamba! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach are back to flying solo as they break down the recent announcements of the NBA All-Star starters and make predictions on the reserves and rest of the NBA season. They also discuss Carson Wentz being shipped to Indy and the QB carousel that will likely ensue in the NFL. Also: Texas Blizzard, A Dame Soliloquy, Zach Lavine Love, Parlay SZN, Rick Ross Bachelor Time! #FinalFour, and much more on this edition of Unmasked! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach are joined by the dynamic duo of Jori (USA Today reporter, Cowboys & NFL) and Zach (Dunkaholic, Hillel/UT Women's Basketball/Westbrook enthusiast) Epstein to preview Super Bowl LV and reflect on the 2020 NFL season (19:35). From Dak's contract, to Tompa Bay's chances, to a guide to keeping Shabbat as a professional in the sport industry, this episode has it all! Also: Welcome to AA, dog bites, Coach Jason Witten, the Other Terry Bradshaw, and Bachelor Recap!!! We also talked to Jori about her new book, The Upstander, which will be out in March but is already available for pre-order! To hear more about the book, listen here (1:14:38). Click here to pre-order: https://www.amazon.com/Upstander-Surviving-Holocaust-Glaubens-Dismantle/dp/1642937843/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+upstander+jori+epstein&qid=1612382952&sr=8-1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach sit down to digest the recent Harden trade (3:13) and NFL playoffs #HenneThingIsPossible (12:15) as well as hash out Fantasy Basketball advice (17:35). The guys are then joined once again by resident Mavs expert and Smoking Cuban contributor Noah Rubinstein to discuss the rocky start to the Mavs' season (26:30). Why it may not be time to necessarily panic, but trade talk needs to be in the air. Also: Is Cheez Whiz A Condiment, Bachelor Review, Cousy vs. Petit, Kobe's greatness, Congrats to Joey B and Kamala, and I'm really sorry for messing up your name Amanda Gorman, you're amazing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach are joined by the voice of UT sports and certified Washington sports fanatic Jake Herman to discuss the playoff scenarios ahead of the NFL's Week 17 action (9:13). Who's winning the NFC East? What about the AFC Wild Card situation? Later, Jordan's Dad hops on for an edition of Fatherly Figures where he attempts to identify (mostly) average NBA players (56:44). Also: Washington FC or Red Tails, HBD GOATs, Undefeated Magic, Sexland, Fantasy Basketball, State Farm MVP Race, Brodie4Life, and more on Unmasked's 20th episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach are BACK to preview the 2020-2021 NBA season with MVP, MIP, ROY, DPOY, 6MOY, COY, Playoffs, Finals, and All-Star predictions ahead of Tuesday night's season opener. Plus a return from Air Adam as he updates us on the turbulent skies of his senior year! Also: Tiger & Son, RIP Tank for Trevor, CFP got it right, Love for LaMelo, Eddy Curry, Michael Thomas Killing Fantasy Dreams, Melo Isn't the King of NY, HBD Ted Cruz the Zodiac Killer, and Pop Smoke & Euros on the 19th episode of Unmasked. ---------------------- Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWjWvj51BAC9FjEMhZBX-Ng/featured Follow us on Insta & Twitter (@unmaskedpods), TikTok (@unmaskedpodcast), and Facebook (Unmasked)! Email all questions, comments, and suggestions to unmaskedpodcast1@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach round out their NBA Free Agency Preview with one move each team in the Northwest and Central divisions should make once Free Agency kicks off at 6pm ET today, Nov 20 (17:53). Why a Westbrook/Blake pairing in the Motor City and a Kevin Love homecoming is the entertainment we need! Plus how the Bucks can salvage the Bogi disaster by sneaking in a different scoring guard. Also: Zach is a champion, Miracles in Tulsa, Philly Please Treat Seth Curry Well, 2K T-Wolves, Zach Luh-VEEN, the Ball Family Circus In Charlotte, Luke Ridnour's unbreakable record, and a BIG HBD to Prez-Elect Joey B! All of that and more on the 18th episode of Unmasked! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On Part 2 of our NBA Free Agency Preview, Jordan and Zach go coast-to-coast to break down one move for each team in the Atlantic and Pacific divisions (9:30). Westbrook in the Big Apple or back home in LA? Buddy in the Bay? KD, Kyrie, and Hayward? Why all these free agency possibilities plus more make sense just a week before the frenzy begins! Also: HAPPY BIRTHDAY AIR ADAM, are the DeRozan rumors hurting Zach's feelings, Andre Drummond is boring, Bob Petit (Zach is an old soul), Malice at the Palace, Michael Bibby, and more on a superb 17th episode of Unmasked. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

With the free agency quickly approaching, Jordan and Zach gear up for what's expected to be an exciting NBA offseason. On Part 1 of One Move Your Team Should Make, the guys break down the Southeast and Southwest Divisions, and it's sure to raise some eyebrows. LA back to Rip City? Trading Joel Embiid or Ben Simmons? Could the Wizards be buyers? All of that answered, plus: Garrett Gilbert Circa 2010, Hammer BYU, Gee-Yannis, Davante Came Through, Eatzi's Salmon Burger Thursday, Election Madness, and We Miss You Adam. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach celebrate Unmasked's 15th episode in stride by debating Bleacher Report's bold NBA trade ideas and providing a thorough preview of Week 8 in the NFL. Would a trio of Embiid/Luka/KP really help the Mavs? Is a Dame homecoming to the Bay as elite as it sounds? Plus, breakdown on fantasy, betting, and real-world implications for key NFL Week 8 matchups like Steelers/Ravens, 49ers/Seahawks, Dolphins/Rams (#TuaTime), and Cowboys/Eagles (#BenDiNucci -- just kidding don't watch this game). Also: The Chad Henne Express, Herbert's Heroics, Please Move The Cowboys-Eagles Off Of SNF, Kyle Lowry's Uniqueness, GIANNIS TO DALLAS, and H39thBD Ivanka I guess?? All of that and more on our Learner's Permit episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Return! After a brief hiatus, Jordan and Zach are BACK with a jam-packed Week 5 Fantasy Football Preview. Start ‘Ems, Sit ‘Ems, waiver wire adds, locks of the week, and survivor picks round out a comprehensive look at the NFL action ahead this weekend. Also: AD>D-Wade, Bengals +13, Teddy Two-Gloves, Steve from Blue's Clues, Lil Skies, and RIP Big Tex (this episode goes out to you). Start 'Ems (14:52) Sit 'Ems (24:12) Waiver Adds (33:35) (Drew) Locks (39:08) Survivor (41:35) October 9 (44:04) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach sit down with Dallas Stars Radio Host Bruce LeVine (15:01) to discuss the 2020 Stanley Cup Final between the Stars and Lightning. With the series tied 1-1, Bruce gives his expert analysis on the Stars' success up to this point and offers keys to bringing the Cup home to Dallas. Also: an injury-riddled NFL Week 2, AD for 3, Zach's Fantasy Team, Barry Bonds Without a Bat, Philly TE Lineage, Bruce, Bruce, & Moses, and much more on the barmitzvah episode of Unmasked! Go Stars! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach unpack an exciting weekend in sports before sitting down with 14-time Emmy winning Freelance Producer and Director, "Dr." Bob Steinfeld (Fox Sports Southwest Spurs/Pelicans, CBS Sports CBB, NBC Olympics, MLB and World Cup Soccer on ESPN, Cotton Bowl, and much more). Between Earl Campbell's introduction to Austin, intimate conversations with Duncan and Popovich, and orchestrating the A-Rod-Cal Ripken position swap, Bob shares some incredible stories you won't want to miss. Also: Cowboys gonna Cowboys, Russell "88.6%" Wilson, Alec Miller no-no, Steve Kerr vs. Steve Kerr, inside the parkers, plus a lot more on a loaded new episode of Unmasked! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

"KIVIRANTA SETTING UP IN FRONT, HE SHOOTS, HE SCORES! A HAT TRICK AND THE GAME 7 OVERTIME WINNER FOR JOEL KIVIRANTA OF THE DALLAS STARS, WHO MOVE ON TO THE WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS!" Jordan and Zach sit down less than 10 minutes after this legendary Kenny Albert call and decompress while also providing a top-notch 2020 Fantasy Football preview filled with sleepers, busts, and overall NFL season predictions. Come for the Stars hype and stay for fantasy draft essentials. Also: OG 0.5, Trez, Scotty Miller the new Julian Edelman, Zachtthew Berry, H40BD SCHMIDT, and Dream Crazy. All of that and more on one of our most exciting episodes of all time. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach are joined by Ari Temkin, Host of Dallas Cowboys Radio Network and SiriusXM Big 12 Football, to talk Cowboys season expectations as we near opening week. Also, Zach finally finds a fellow Spurs fan who shares his passion for the Popovich Dynasty, as Ari discusses his past covering the Spurs. Plus: Jackie Robinson Day in the MLB, Tom Brady : Tim Duncan, 4 years, $72 million, Nolan the GOAT, and Earl Thomas? All of that and more on the 10th -- yes, double digits -- episode of Unmasked! On a more serious note, as Jordan and Zach state, Unmasked stands in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement and all those who have been affected by the racial injustice and police brutality in this country, most recently with the shooting of Jacob Blake. We support the athletes who have boycotted in order to use their platform to further the movement and will continue to strive to educate and fight against the racial injustice plaguing our country. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A day after the 2020 NBA Lottery order was decided, Jordan and Zach sit down, put on their GM hats, and make the picks for the top 14 selections in this year's draft class. Also: NBA Playoffs Round 1 check-in, Adam the D.J. Augustin stopper, LET'S GO STARS, the Ball Family Circus coming to a town near you, Wilt's greatness, an unretire plea for Usain Bolt, and an ode to Mike Evans. All of that and more on a special NBA Draft Lottery edition of Unmasked! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach give an extensive playoff preview heading into Day 1 of the NBA postseason in the Orlando Bubble. Then Noah Rubinstein, the newest contributor for The Smoking Cuban (Dallas Mavericks FanSided Blog), joins the crew (22:08) to run through Bubble impressions, Mavericks season review, and his thoughts on the upcoming 2 vs. 7 matchup out West between the Mavs and Clippers. Also: Doomed Divac and the 2018 Draft, All-Time Yavneh Starting 5, Jordan's Bubbie's 78th birthday, Michael Scott vs. Ben Simmons, and It Goes For The Win Jordan Poole A Freshman Wins It For The Wolverines. All of that and more on a fantastic eighth episode of Unmasked! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As the dust settles on a crazy week for former Washington State receiver Kassidy Woods, he joins Unmasked to offer his perspective on the events leading up to his release from the team last Saturday. Kassidy also provides insight on the #WeAreUnited movement and how it is affected by the recent Big 10 and Pac 12 season postponements. Also: Sizzlin' Suns yet again, Drake in the bubble, Jarrett Allen poster (sorry Kass), Minshew Mustache Madness and his jorts, wise words from Mike Leach, and becoming Tik Tok famous (HBD Dixie). All that and much more on a powerful and enlightening new episode you won't want to miss! If you want to help show your support for Kassidy and college athletes around the country, please post or share #Woods1mPAC7 and #WeAreUnited, as well as follow him on Twitter @Kassidy7Woods. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach sit down with Texas Rangers Radio Network and Texas Legends TV play-by-play announcer Jared Sandler to discuss his initial impressions on the MLB season, the challenges of broadcasting during COVID-19, and how to successfully take a charge on DeAndre Jordan. Also: Sizzlin' Suns, "He Can't Guard Me," Devonte' Graham MIP love, The Sandlot, and Kylie Jenner's impressive Starting 5. All of that and more on an exciting sixth edition of Unmasked! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

An ELITE, jam-packed Episode 5, as Jordan and Zach sit down to select lottery picks for the All-Time 3-Point Shooters Draft. And have no fear, the Red Rocket/Mamba will appear. Also: Parks and Rec, TJ (MJ?) Warren, Nikola Bird, HBD FlightReacts, KAJ, Sooners QBs, and Mike Trout from Subway. All of that and much more on this edition of Unmasked! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On Episode 4 of Unmasked, Jordan and Zach unpack an exciting first weekend of Bubble basketball, including the surging Spurs, sitting Zion, and a dominant Kyle Lowry performance on the boards. And a big congrats to the newest navigator of the skies, our very own Air Adam! Also: PAC-12 athletics, Sabrina Ionescu's ankle, a Unicorn turns 25, Replacement Refs, and where in the world is Yoenis Céspedes? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Zach are joined by guest Kyle Schultz, founder of Major League Wiffle Ball (8:19), as he talks about the origin, expansion, and future of MLW. From SportsCenter Top 10 to Barstool Big Cat wanting to buy the league, Kyle has interesting stories you won't want to miss. Also: MLB season predictions, Lou Will and Johnny Football, DJ Strawberry, Happy Birthday Manu, and Pancheros Mexican Grill, plus much more on Episode 3 of Unmasked. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's Opening Day for Major League Baseball! Jordan and Zach discuss last night's season openers as well as debate the Top 10 NBA teams in the Orlando Bubble ahead of next week's restart (7:06). Also: Kraken vs. Football Team, Mike Tyson or Nate Robinson, Bol Bol, and a happy birthday to Barry Bonds, plus much more on Episode 2 of Unmasked. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On the very first episode of Unmasked, Jordan and Zach go in depth on the top rising stars you'll see in the NBA restart next week in Orlando. Also: AB's sudden retirement, the Blue Jays trying to find a home, Tamika Catchings vs. Michael Jordan one-on-one, and much more on our inaugural episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app