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Life is serious enough, why should our sports be? Noa Pharaoh gives his unique take on the sporting week with pit stops to discuss some of the absurdities of life.

Noa Pharaoh

  • Oct 23, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
  • infrequent NEW EPISODES
  • 33m AVG DURATION
  • 25 EPISODES


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The Lebron James Controversy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 26:49


For the most part LeBron James has said and done the right things in his career, but when he does make a mistake it's time to call him out. Noa takes a look at LeBron's comments on Hong Kong.

The 25th Episode Cleveland Is Full Of Browns

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2019 28:08


When the hell did the Cleveland browns become what we MUST talk about? Oh what a difference a Baker makes. We break down the panic that is consuming Cleveland. We have "Breaking News" Plus Noa plays the "Frozen Envelope Game" this is the game where he gets random questions and answers them in smart ass ways. We talk about Noa Pharaoh's own battles with concussions and so much more your head will

The 24th episode: Vontez And The Family Stone

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2019 20:29


Vontaze Burfict has been playing the game the same way since Arizona State. The problem is the game is bypassed him. Noa Pharaoh will examine this full-season suspension and what it means to Vontaze Burfict. Plus Noa plays the "Frozen Envelope Game" this is the game where he gets random questions and answers them in smart ass ways. Also back by popular demand "The Florida report! "

The 23rd Episode: Danny Dimes Shines And Blind Notre Dame's Lies

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2019 22:54


Lls 23 Notre Dame should never ever ever ever be ranked in the top 10 again. Noa Pharaoh rants about the pendants who believed that Notre Dame had a good showing in their loss to Georgia. Noa plays the "Frozen Envelope Game" this is the game where he gets random questions and answers them in smart ass ways. Also back by popular demand the Florida report! "

The 22nd episode: Is AB Done?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2019 31:48


Antonio Brown went from "genius", to sexual offender, to out of the league in a span of a two weeks. Noa pharoah examines the roller coaster ride that is the AB Saga and what it means for his future

The 21st Episode: Pow... Pow... Power

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 27:11


After two weeks of football we have a bloodbath that is the quarterback position. With up to five Marquee quarterbacks either hurt or benched many are asking the question where are the stars going to come from? Noa Pharaoh has the answer ➖ plus breaking news involving the Maimi Heat ➖ The Pharaoh's Power Rankings ➖ "The Frozen Envelope Game" and much more from the world of sports and life. @noapharaoh @thepharaohking @laughlinesports --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

The 20th Episode: The NCAA One Day Will Bite More Than They Can Chew In Cali

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2019 28:38


We dig deep into they psyche of the NCAA vs California. California has decided to allow athletes to get paid for endorsements and their likeness. The NCAA wants to fight. The California is every bit as Petty and this will be a long battle that the NCAA does not want. Plus we open up the Frozen envelopes where are Noah get random questions and answers them with oozing sarcasm. Also "Breaking News" and "What's Funny This Week" ➖@noapharaoh @laughlinesports @thepharaohking --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

The 19th Episode: There's A Thin Line Between Genius And Bat S*it Crazy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 24:03


Antonio Brown breaks the internet on a daily basis. We ask the question... What's the line between genius and bat sh$t crazy? Plus The Frozen Envelopes Game will be played to perfection - This is the game where Noa will choose Random questions from envelopes and answer them with sarcasm dripping from every response. We have a ridiculous "interview" from Australia where the Basketball World Cup is being played - plus "what made us laugh" over the weekend. And Breaking entertainment news about Bobby Brown! @laughlinesports @thepharaohking @noapharaoh --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

The 18th Episode: MF I'm Magic Johnson 3

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2019 25:37


Two ex Lakers (Josh Hart, Lonzo Ball) are spending a lot of time complaining about being traded from the Lakers. Social media has attacked them for how they feel. As a sports society we expect our athletes to be void of human emotion. These athletes are real people with real feelings, not just names that fuel your fantasy sports team. "Magic Johnson"

The 17th Episode: NFL Predictions - The Pac 12 Smells Like Chitlings.

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2019 36:47


The NFL is here! It's finally here! Noa pulls out his predictions for the upcoming season. There will be surprises! We have the "Breaking News" segment and Noa has some choice words for Pac12 footall. Plus Noa will open the frozen envelopes which will reveal random questions that Noa answers in the ... Only way he knows how - - (smartalicky). ✨ Follow @noapharaoh @laughlinesports @thepharaohking --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

The 16th Episode: Andrew Luck And Football Sucks.

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2019 25:22


Andrew Luck abruptly retires and breaks the internet❗ More players are getting their money and getting out of a sport that destorys even the strongest, toughest of men. Noa Pharaoh holds a mirror to all of the booing Colts fans as well as the "Talking Heads" that defend them

The 15th Episode: Jay-Z... Powerful Pawn? Or Pawn Powerful?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2019 28:12


Jay-Z is a hustler and an activist. A billionare and a "Real One". A Hood dude and The NFL Owner? The oxymorons rain down upon Jay-Z's entire existence which leads us to question his true motivations when it comes to Kap, The NFL and Social justice

The 14th Episode :The Mental Health Episode, 1-800-273-8255

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2019 33:31


Mental health is a subject that is still taboo, especially in sports. However a new wave of athlete has come to break down the walls of silence. Noa Pharaoh examines how Jeremy Lin's emotional breakdown is important to the conversation of sports and of life. As humans we all share the same planet but walk in our own individual universes. This makes it difficult to place ourselves in other's shoes who's actions and emotions we don't understand ➖ Noa also opens up the frozen envelopes and madness ensues!!! ➖ And in Noa's "Final Rant" he gets personal

Rich Paul And The King

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2019 38:16


Would you want a corporation helping to instill values into your college bound son or daughter? The NCAA is a cooperation and they do what corporations do. 1. Make money, 2. Look out for self, 3. See one and two. Noa Pharaoh looks at the proposed "Rich Paul Rule and what it really means for athletes who may go pro. Plus Team USA should be ash and The Frozen Envelope Game! @laughlinesports @thepharaohking @noapharaoh rate, review, five stars ✨ please --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

All The King's Men

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2019 45:46


The great players in history are the most sensitive. From MJ to Serena, John McEnroe to Terrell Owen's greatness seems to hide a sensitive soul that lashes out when it feels attacked. LeBron finds himself under attack from a source he considered a friend. Now his sensitivity and massive ego may just feel the need to crush the NBA. Noa Pharaoh breaks down David Griffin's attack on LeBron and explains what direction this innocent is heading ➖➖ PLUS Frozen Envelopes! Noa responds to series of questions with raw honesty dripping with sarcasm ➖➖ @laughlinesports @noapharaoh @thepharaohking. Please Rate, review, give five stars✨ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

They Call Me Melo Yellow

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2019 30:19


Sometimes the worst enemy of greatness is one's own greatness. Carmelo Anthony is finding this to be his current life's path as he tries to catch on with a team for his last hoorah. Examines his struggle to remain in the NBA and what he's doing to turn back the hands of time. ➖➖Then Noa Pharaoh opens the "The Frozen Envelopes" where there are a series of sports, life and pop culture questions. Please feel free to Follow @noapharaoh @thepharaohking @laughlinesports --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

The NFL And Golden's Tate.

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2019 37:27


CEOs try to control all of the controllables. This is why they are multi billionaires. Noa Pharaoh examines how the NFL attempts to dictate every portion of an athlete's life right down to their sex acts. Don't believe me? Ask Golden Tate. ➖ PLUS! The Frozen Envelopes are ready! Noa will be answering a series of questions from the Frozen Envelopes Of Death. Follow: @Thepharaohking @noapharaoh @laughlinesports --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

Living In The Past: A Dallas Cowboys Story

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019 40:44


Noa foresees trouble in Cowboy Land. The Salary cap it a beastly bed fellow and Noa argues that it may be time for one of the "New Triplets" to go. Unfortunately the one with the most talent might be the odd man out Noa Pharaoh opens the frozen envelopes and answers a serious of sports, personal and cultural related questions. Follow @noapharaoh @thepharaohking @laughlinesports --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

The NBA/NFL... Progressive Or Drunk?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019 40:44


The NBA and NFL have proposed rather radical changes for the future of the prospective Sports. Noa Pharoah discusses the pros and cons behind the proposals and how it may ultimately change the organizations forever. Later, Noa Pharaoh opens the "Frozen Envelopes" and answers a series of sports, personal and cultural related questions. The only rule...? NO FILTER. @laughlinesports @noapharaoh @thepharaohking. Thank you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

Westbrook Is To Melo, As Ketchup Is To Ketchup

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2019 21:55


Noa examines the Russell Westbrook trade and whether or not Russ' unwillingness to change will ultimately find him in the same boat as Carmelo Anthony once his baggage out ways his talent-reward. *ding* The clock is running as Noa Pharaoh opens the frozen envelopes and answers a series of sports, personal and cultural related questions! Thank you Please Rate, review, leave five stars. LOVE. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

Kawhi-Me A River Phoenix Justin Timberlake

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2019 29:39


The entire NBA holds their collective breaths in anticipation of Kawhi’s decision. Noa Pharaoh examines whether or not a small part of Kawhi is enjoying the “All Eyes On Me” treatment while millions of people wait for a decision. Kawhi is pulling the ultimate G move with an ending that would make M. Knight Shyamalan pee himself.   Noa plays the game “Pick A Damn Side,” where he is thrown “aggressive” questions about sports, life and the world at large and he must “pick a damn side” in a timely fashion   Closing Rant: Noa has a petty conversation about a time where petty was the only answer.   @thepharaohking --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

MF I'm Magic Johnson II: The Wrath Of Khan

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019 32:37


Magic Johnson is back! Noa Pharaoh exmines the power that Magic Johnson has even though he is officially off the books. Also Noa plays "Pick A Damn Side" where he answers the hard issues like... Are the Houston Rockets smoking "angel dust homes?" Plus Master P wants to sign Zion to a shoe deal.

MF I'm Magic Johnson!

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2019 59:07


"MF I'm Magic Johnson!" Magic Johnson screams as he torches the Lakers on national TV. Noa Pharaoh, having a Docotrate in Petty Science will examine what drove Magic to this point and why he is right. KD is being all... KD and this is why he'll never be LeBron. Admit it! The NFL swims in pools of hypcracy and Jello and you like it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

Kyrie Is Stephon Marbury With A Lebron James Ring

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2019 45:56


In the middle of all of the Celtic term oil one man stands alone as the "SUPREME SUPER SACRIFICER." That man is... SCARY TERRY?  -- Hmmm, that can't be right. Today's episode Noa Pharaoh examines whether Kyrie Irving is an elit super star or Stephon Marbury with a Lebron James ring -- A "Superstar By Circumstance". Also  Magic Johnson seems to not give a damn!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

Poop, Ty Lue In A Curry Stew

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2019 45:19


Noa Pharaoh examines whether Philly should make major trades that involve more than just Ben Simmons; Championship coach Ty Lue stands up for himself but will it cost him his dream job? PLUS men don't know women just ask Red Table TALK and Ayesha Curry and top three reasons Noa has lost all faith in humanity --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/Thepharaohking/support

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