Podcasts about Barclays Center

1. HEART OF THE MATTER 1A. Record-Breaking Missionary Numbers — Pres. Oaks at New Mission Leader Seminar At the 2026 Seminar for New Mission Leaders (June 18–21, Provo MTC), President Dallin H. Oaks announced that the Church will soon have the largest number of full-time missionaries in its history, surpassing the current 87,000+ serving worldwide. The surge is driven by the first wave of 18-year-old sister missionaries (following the November policy change lowering the minimum age from 19) and the addition of 55 new missions in July, bringing the global total to 506. President Oaks outlined three characteristics defining the restored Church: (1) the fulness of doctrine (including eternal marriage between a man and a woman); (2) priesthood authority and keys; and (3) a unique testimony of Christ grounded in modern revelation and the First Vision. Sister Kristin Oaks also spoke, sharing six core truths missionaries teach. Source: Church Newsroom, June 20, 2026 Note: Strong potential for discussion on what ‘only true and living church’ means in a pluralistic world — Richie angle? 1B. New Hymn ‘Welcome Home’ — The Story Behind It Composer Andrea Brett explains how a 2017 encounter with Demetrius O’Neal — a recent convert serving as a greeter at a Spokane ward on a snowy Sunday morning — inspired her hymn ‘Welcome Home,’ now published in the new Hymns for Home and Church. Brett submitted 10 pieces when the global hymnbook was announced in 2018; this was the only one she’d written before the call. She received confirmation of its selection in February 2025, then had a full-circle moment when she and O’Neal sat near each other at the April 2025 General Conference as the Tabernacle Choir performed it. O’Neal’s name appears in the hymn’s tune name as a tribute. The hymn is now translated and sung globally. Source: Church Newsroom / Richie’s document 1C. Family History Records Are a ‘Sacred Thread’ — Elder Bragg at International Archivists Congress Elder Mark A. Bragg, General Authority Seventy and executive director of the Church’s Family History Department and FamilySearch International, was a keynote speaker at the III Congress of Archivists: Digital Archive Expo (DA-EXPO), held June 8–12 in Astana, Kazakhstan. He called family history records ‘the thin but sacred thread’ tying people together across generations, and argued that records are ‘in a very real sense, witnesses.’ Elder Bragg framed the digital revolution in genealogy in moral terms: for most of history, access to records was shaped by ‘proximity, resources and specialized knowledge,’ but today a record created in one place can be preserved in another, indexed in a third, and discovered by someone on the other side of the world. ‘The reach is astonishing. The speed is breathtaking. The possibilities are almost beyond measure.’ He also said that ‘access is an act of kindness’ — records only fulfill their divine purpose when they are found, understood, and used. His core message: preserving memory is an act of hope. ‘It says that the past is not dead to us and that the future deserves more than fragments.’ Source: Church News, June 17, 2026 Angle: Great ‘quiet but meaningful’ story — LDS family history going global and leveling the playing field for genealogy worldwide. 1D. America Gives — All 50 States Receive Food Donations The Church completed a milestone in its ‘America Gives’ initiative by delivering a shipping container of food to Hilo, Hawaii — marking all 50 states reached. The initiative aims to deliver 250 truckloads of food nationwide in 2026 to celebrate the U.S. 250th anniversary. In Hawaii, the food went to The Food Basket, distributed to 10 local nonprofits. Notably, 42% of residents on the island of Hawaii face food insecurity — the state’s highest rate. Rosie Rios, chair of America 250 and former U.S. Treasurer, praised the milestone. Local Methodist pastor Ted Lesnett said recipients will know ‘when they were hungry, someone cared.’ Source: Church Newsroom / Richie’s document 1E. Church Donates $250,000 NZD to Christchurch Anglican Cathedral Rebuild The Church announced a NZ$250,000 donation (June 19, 2026) toward the restoration of Christchurch’s iconic Anglican Cathedral — damaged in the February 2011 earthquake. Elder Peter F. Meurs (Pacific Area President) and Anglican Bishop Peter Carrell presided at the announcement. The donation comes as the project faces a $45M funding shortfall and an overall $219M budget. The Christchurch City Council has offered $15M contingent on government and Anglican Church matches. Notably, a New Zealand Buddhist community made a similar gift in 2023 — the LDS donation continues a cross-faith pattern of support for the heritage project. Source: Richie’s document Angle: Rare and heartwarming — LDS funds an Anglican cathedral. Good interfaith story. 1F. Central America Humanitarian Blitz — 5 Projects, 500,000+ People In late May and early June 2026, the Church announced five humanitarian projects across Central America (with Sister J. Anette Dennis, First Counselor in the Relief Society General Presidency, representing the Church). Projects include: the ‘Windows of Light’ eyecare program in El Salvador (350,000+ screenings to date); safe water access for 250,000+ in Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua (with UNICEF); nearly 750 computers/tablets donated to 66 educational institutions in Guatemala; and medical equipment for the ‘La Mascota’ children’s hospital in Nicaragua. Source: Church Newsroom, June 2026 2. FAITH & DOCTRINE 2A. President Christofferson in Philadelphia & Toronto A busy week of ministry for President D. Todd Christofferson: He offered the invocation at Becket’s Canterbury Medal Gala in Philadelphia (multifaith event celebrating religious liberty), alongside Elder Gary E. Stevenson and others. The group also visited the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall — fitting, ahead of America’s 250th. Christofferson reflected on D&C 101 and the Constitution’s purpose to protect ‘all flesh.’ From Philadelphia, he and Sister Christofferson traveled to Toronto, meeting 250+ missionaries in the Canada Toronto Mission weeks before it divides into three missions (Toronto West, Toronto East, and Montreal). He also spoke to hundreds of LDS youth, with one — Amelia Fischer — saying ‘no amount of words can describe how I felt tonight.’ Source: Richie’s document / Church Newsroom 2B. BYU Scholar Study: Religion Adds 7.6 Years to Life The BYU Wheatley Institute is releasing three reports analyzing 3,000 of the most scientifically rigorous studies (culled from 60,000+ papers by Duke University) on religion and health. Key findings: 33/34 studies show improved social health; 10/11 show improved mental health; 7/8 show improved physical health. Regular worshippers live an average of 7.6 years longer (up to 13.7 years longer for African Americans). A ‘landmark finding’: 256 studies show religion prevents/aids recovery from substance abuse (vs. 6 showing negative impact). Author Loren Marks recommends public health frameworks treat religious involvement like exercise recommendations. Source: Richie’s document 2C. Elder Soares Testifies in the Philippines Elder Ulisses Soares completed a two-week ministry in the Philippines (mid-May 2026), meeting with 600+ young single adults in Cebu, 450+ in Quezon City, and 340+ missionaries at the Philippines MTC. His recurring message: ‘His arms are extended to all of us.’ The Philippines has more than 905,000 Latter-day Saints — the Church’s fourth-largest national membership. Two new temples were also dedicated in the Philippines this month: the Davao Philippines Temple (Elder Renlund, May 3) and the Bacolod Philippines Temple (Elder Andersen, May 31). Source: Church Newsroom, June 17, 2026 3. CULTURE & CURIOSITIES 3A. LDS Author in Everyman’s Library — A First BYU biology and bioethics professor Steven L. Peck has reportedly become the first Latter-day Saint author included in the prestigious Everyman’s Library series (publishing canonical English fiction since 1906). His 2012 novella A Short Stay in Hell — a philosophical horror story about a Mormon man condemned to an afterlife library containing every possible book — went viral on BookTok and found a new audience. A literature historian noted: ‘No Mormon or Mormon-adjacent writer that I know of has ever been featured in this prestigious series.’ The Salt Lake Tribune covered the story, noting the irony that a theological horror story marks one of the most significant moments in LDS literary history. Source: Salt Lake Tribune / Richie’s document 3B. The Sasine Family — 40 Countries Before Age 1 Keith and Chelsea Sasine, an LDS couple stationed in Germany (Keith is an Army oral surgeon), made history in November 2025 by taking their youngest daughter Mia to 40 countries before her first birthday (March–November 2025), using a Honda Odyssey for European road trips. The family of six (including Izzy, 10; Abby, 9; and John, 4) attends local wards wherever they travel — a faith anchor the couple says strengthened their testimony and taught their kids the importance of the Sabbath globally. They’re planning a move to Colorado Springs in 2026. Source: Richie’s document 3C. Jen Affleck (Secret Lives of Mormon Wives) Expecting Baby #4 Jen Affleck, 27-year-old star of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and Dancing with the Stars alum, announced June 18 that she and husband Zac Affleck are expecting their fourth child. She shared the news on Instagram captioned ‘Chapter Four.

With just a few more days until the 2026 NBA Draft, fans will soon know exactly where each prospect their begin his professional careers. Following the NBA draft combine and weeks of pre-draft workouts, front offices will soon finalize their decisions. After our conversations with folks around the league, we have more intel on when each prospect might hear their name called during draft nights at Barclays Center on June 23 and June 24.Check out Episode #615 as @JaiHov , @JEasley84 , @Lock_Tha_Great and @FSP_Wezzy completing our 2026 NBA Mock Draft #FSPSTYLE  **Full Sport Press Episode #615 Breakdown**00:00-Intro7:15- Weezy's Yellow Box of Cereal Award: Jaylen Brown The Streamer11:45- 1st Half Intro12:30-2026 NBA Finals Winners/ Losers27:50-Brendan Sorsby submitting name to Supplemental Draft, foregoing Senior Year of college football 32:20-SGA switching from Converse to Nike. Big Deal, Little Deal or No Deal?36:50- FSP HALFTIME- ICYMI-Caitlin Clark Unveils Signature Sneaker. 41:50- 2nd Half: 2026 NBA Mock Draft

​We are officially 48 hours away from Tuesday night's 2026 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. While the Giannis trade rumors continue to shake up the backrooms, today we are focusing entirely on the court. We break down the absolute "Big Three" of this draft class: AJ Dybantsa's historic scoring freshman year at BYU, Darryn Peterson's elite two-way backcourt upside out of Kansas, and the consensus National Player of the Year, Duke's Cameron Boozer. Plus, we look at the deep sleeper guards in the back half of the first round that could completely steal the draft.Smash that follow button on Spotify! Dont miss more NBA and CFB news coming soon!

The Knicks just wrapped up the title, but there is zero time to breathe. We are officially one week away from the 2026 NBA Draft at Barclays Center, and the trade market is completely exploding. Today, we're breaking down the massive Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors—is it a two-team race between Miami and Boston, or is a wild third team about to crash the party? Plus, we break down the consensus top talent at the top of the board, including AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, and look at the major All-Star names whose names are swirling in trade talks ahead of next Tuesday night.

In this episode of The Knight Report podcast, hosts Mike Broadbent, Richie O'Leary, and Alec Crouthamel discuss the latest commitment to Rutgers Basketball in transfer guard Rasheed Jones from Coastal Carolina. 0:00 – Intro & Today's Topic 3:15 – Rasheed Jones: Who Is He? 5:00 – How Rutgers Landed Jones 6:30 – Film & Stats Breakdown 10:00 – Advanced Metrics Deep Dive 13:00 – Roster Fit & Point Guard Concerns 16:00 – Building the Starting Five 21:00 – Bench Rotation Discussion 27:30 – Julius Mays Connection & Jones Family Background 29:00 – Dylan Harper Playoff Praise 32:00 – Football QB Recruiting: Logan Flaherty to Florida State 36:00 – New QB Board Reset & Targets 39:00 – Rutgers vs. Syracuse at Barclays Center 41:30 – St. John's Exhibition & NIL Incentives 43:00 – Rutgers Rowing Update Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LIVE  - April 27, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. ETThe W is back, and we are RIGHT here for it.

Training camp is open, and the New York Liberty look nothing like the team that lost in the first round to Phoenix a year ago.Brian is LIVE on the scene as the DeMarco era officially begins at Barclays Center — and we have a lot to talk about.

Pop the Trunk Presents: Knock 'Em Out the Box — Bonus Episode (Ep. 206)This is not a Pop the Trunk episode — this is the one the Knocker Nation has been asking for. After a long hiatus, Vinnie and Brendan are back in their corners for a bonus round of Knock 'Em Out the Box, the boxing podcast that started it all. No guests, no hip-hop detours — just straight boxing talk, picking up at Episode 206 right where they left off. On tap: Boots Ennis vs. Xander Zayas at Barclays Center, Bivol's mandatory defense, the sanctioning body circus, Vito Mielnicki Jr. at Boardwalk Hall, the state of UK heavyweight boxing, and a thorough breakdown of why Barclays Center needs this fight more than it lets on. These bonus episodes will live on the Pop the Trunk feed and will drop when the fight calendar demands it — this one was too good to skip.

This is the 4pm All-Local update on Sunday, April 5.

We are back in a new month with more intriguing action from England to Australia and we're ready to preview it and go over some fight news and more on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and newsletter go over it all.They start with the preview of Saturday's MF Pro/DAZN card at London's O2 ArenaDeontay Wilder vs. Derek Chisora, 12 rounds, heavyweights. Do either of them have anything left. Will we get a big brawl from these older veterans that cannot get out of the way? There are takes.On the undercard Poland's Mateusz Masternak vs. Viddal Riley, 12 rounds, IBF cruiserweight eliminator and for Masternak's European title. Plus, British star Denzel Bentley vs. Endry Saavedra, 12 rounds, for vacant WBO interim middleweight title.Next, preview Saturday night's No Limit PBC on Prime Video in Wollongong, AustraliaTim Tszyu vs. Denis Nurja, 10 rounds, middleweights. Tszyu spoke with Dan earlier in the week and now risks a future fight with Errol Spence that will pay him much more wih this one. Preview MVP's Sunday ESPN+ card in LononCaroline Dubois vs. Terri Harper, 10 rounds, WBC/WBO women's lightweight unification. Should be a highly entertaining bout with Dubois on the rise.   NewsXander Zayas set to defend unified 154 titles against Jaron 'Boots' Ennis on June 27 at Brooklyn's Barclays Center on DAZN PPV, it was announced Monday. This has a lot of intrigue.Next, the negotiations for a May 30th unification fight between WBO welterweight titlist Devin Haney and WBA titleholder Rolando Romero have fallen through.... SHOCKER, unless it's not. Now, what for Haney?Also, rising heavyweight star Moses Itauma is supposed to be back in action in July in England but after that Frank Warren told Dan that the plan is to bring him to fight in the U.S. in September. Let's hear it for actvitiy!  And, the IBA looking to put on Dmitry Bivol-Artur Beterbiev III, but that will be late this year at the earliest. They discuss.And, per Dan's sources, welterweight contenders Shakhram Giyasov and Jack Catterall have reached an agreement to meet for the vacant WBA “regular” welterweight title on the undercard of lineal and unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk's defense against Rico Verhoeven on May 23 (DAZN PPV) at the Pyramids in Giza, Egypt.We go over it all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

We are back in a new month with more intriguing action from England to Australia and we're ready to preview it and go over some fight news and more on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and newsletter go over it all.They start with the preview of Saturday's MF Pro/DAZN card at London's O2 ArenaDeontay Wilder vs. Derek Chisora, 12 rounds, heavyweights. Do either of them have anything left. Will we get a big brawl from these older veterans that cannot get out of the way? There are takes.On the undercard Poland's Mateusz Masternak vs. Viddal Riley, 12 rounds, IBF cruiserweight eliminator and for Masternak's European title. Plus, British star Denzel Bentley vs. Endry Saavedra, 12 rounds, for vacant WBO interim middleweight title.Next, preview Saturday night's No Limit PBC on Prime Video in Wollongong, AustraliaTim Tszyu vs. Denis Nurja, 10 rounds, middleweights. Tszyu spoke with Dan earlier in the week and now risks a future fight with Errol Spence that will pay him much more wih this one. Preview MVP's Sunday ESPN+ card in LononCaroline Dubois vs. Terri Harper, 10 rounds, WBC/WBO women's lightweight unification. Should be a highly entertaining bout with Dubois on the rise.   NewsXander Zayas set to defend unified 154 titles against Jaron 'Boots' Ennis on June 27 at Brooklyn's Barclays Center on DAZN PPV, it was announced Monday. This has a lot of intrigue.Next, the negotiations for a May 30th unification fight between WBO welterweight titlist Devin Haney and WBA titleholder Rolando Romero have fallen through.... SHOCKER, unless it's not. Now, what for Haney?Also, rising heavyweight star Moses Itauma is supposed to be back in action in July in England but after that Frank Warren told Dan that the plan is to bring him to fight in the U.S. in September. Let's hear it for actvitiy!  And, the IBA looking to put on Dmitry Bivol-Artur Beterbiev III, but that will be late this year at the earliest. They discuss.And, per Dan's sources, welterweight contenders Shakhram Giyasov and Jack Catterall have reached an agreement to meet for the vacant WBA “regular” welterweight title on the undercard of lineal and unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk's defense against Rico Verhoeven on May 23 (DAZN PPV) at the Pyramids in Giza, Egypt.We go over it all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

*Recorded March 19th, 2026* Women's basketball is experiencing a massive surge in popularity—and new leagues like Unrivaled are helping push the game to new heights. In this episode of Hoopsology, we're joined by Jeff Johnson, on-air talent and producer for TNT Sports, to break down the current state and future of women's basketball. Jeff shares his firsthand experience attending an Unrivaled event at Barclays Center, explaining how the league's transition from a studio setting to a packed arena elevated the energy, presentation, and overall fan experience. We dive into: What makes Unrivaled unique compared to the WNBA The importance of presentation, storytelling, and fan engagement How the 3-on-3 format connects with everyday basketball fans The challenges of building rivalries without city-based teams The business side of women's basketball, including costs and expansion The rise of multiple leagues like Athletes Unlimited and Project B Whether more leagues help or hurt the growth of women's hoops The impact of player branding, endorsements, and media exposure We also explore key issues like injuries in women's basketball, the importance of cross-training for young athletes, and how overuse may be affecting player health. Plus, Jeff gives insight into the upcoming WNBA season, including free agency, CBA negotiations, and what fans should be watching as the league continues to evolve. This is a must-watch episode for fans of basketball, sports business, and the rapidly growing world of women's sports.

Shoutout to Brooklyn's own Nvious for coming on my show for an interview! Nvious discussed his new releases, his Resorts World Casino residency in Queens, and meeting Jim Jones at the Byrdgang Press Conference. He talked about his most known song Egyptians, performing outside the Barclays Center, and partnership with the Brooklyn Nets. Nvious also spoke about his upcoming performances, working with DaBaby, and more. Stay tuned! Nvious' music is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/nvious/1437724902.  Follow Nvious on Instagram: @nviousmusic Shoutout to Lizzy Chanel for connecting us! Follow Lizzy on Instagram: @lizzychane1 Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html. Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html. MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096. Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg. Nvious on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjj8V4sUyaw. 

Episode 231 - March 22nd, 2026 - Arrogantly Modest - Violation Counter - DJ Intence - 0 x Walt - 1 x Ceddy - 3 - Artist still remaining HUMBLE - Artist not having Structure - Donald Trump WAR on Gas Prices & Global Policies  - Morocco vs Senegal AFCON Cup Appeals - RIP Robert Mueller III - Jay-Z Slander with the Brooklyn Nets & the changing of Downtown Brooklyn, NY - NBA Expansion - A mother who wrote a CHILDREN's book, was just CONVICTED of murder of husband - New York State Long Island, NY DMV CDL Scandal - Afroman wins his Court Case - Wise Guy's Segment - Dirty Talk Make Him Climax Fast….Help?!?!?!- Wise Guy's Segment - Females complaining that a MAN isn't needed in the HOUSE….

Off of a controversial wekend in Vegas, where it ended up that Jai Opetaia of Australia was NOT the IBF champiion any longer for fighting the Zuffa Boxing main event, we're ready to recap his victory in the ring, have some other fight news and more on the 'Fight Freaks Unite Recap" Podcast!Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter have their insight on it all.They begin with the background of the IBF stripping Opetaia just before the bout in Las Vegas with American Brandon Glanton- a fight that the Aussie won easily over 12 rounds. It was still for the Ring Magazine version of the crusierweight crown and  for Opetaia's lineal cruiserweight title, but Dan wants to konw- WHAT ARE WE DOING HERE?!The guys have thoughts, including the ramifications for Opetaia down the road, etc.Also, there's a recap of former WBA featherweight titlist Mauricio Lara scoring a TKO2 over Mexican countryman Rafael Rosas on Saturday night in the main event of the Boxstrs/Chiquita Boxing card that headlined the ESPN "Knock Out" telecast.  Then, some news:WBO welterweight titleholder Devin Haney and WBA titlist Rolando Romero are negotiating a unification fight targeted for May 30 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. The bout would be PBC on Prime Video PPV and Dan has also latest.Next, undisputed junior featherweight champion Naoya Inoue will defend his crown against three-division titleholder Junto Nakatani in the long-expected and highly anticipated showdown on May 2nd at the Tokyodome in Tokyo, Ohashi Promotions announced at a news conference on Friday in Tokyo. This is a tremendous all Japanese matchup that we are looking forward to for May.We have more on Friday's announcement of the Most Valuable Promotions/ESPN deal that is long term for women's boxing to regularly be part of ESPN's linear channel and their other platforms over a multi-year deal. Alycia Baumgardner headlines the first U.S. show in April.The WBC has ordered junior welterweight titlist Dalton Smith to make his first defense against mandatory challenger and former titleholder Alberto Puello. A purse bid on April 3rd will happen, if no deal is reached before then.And, Mario Barrios announced that he will move up to junior middleweight in the wake of losing the WBC welterweight title by near-shutout decision to Ryan Garcia last month.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Off of a controversial wekend in Vegas, where it ended up that Jai Opetaia of Australia was NOT the IBF champiion any longer for fighting the Zuffa Boxing main event, we're ready to recap his victory in the ring, have some other fight news and more on the 'Fight Freaks Unite Recap" Podcast!Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter have their insight on it all.They begin with the background of the IBF stripping Opetaia just before the bout in Las Vegas with American Brandon Glanton- a fight that the Aussie won easily over 12 rounds. It was still for the Ring Magazine version of the crusierweight crown and  for Opetaia's lineal cruiserweight title, but Dan wants to konw- WHAT ARE WE DOING HERE?!The guys have thoughts, including the ramifications for Opetaia down the road, etc.Also, there's a recap of former WBA featherweight titlist Mauricio Lara scoring a TKO2 over Mexican countryman Rafael Rosas on Saturday night in the main event of the Boxstrs/Chiquita Boxing card that headlined the ESPN "Knock Out" telecast.  Then, some news:WBO welterweight titleholder Devin Haney and WBA titlist Rolando Romero are negotiating a unification fight targeted for May 30 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. The bout would be PBC on Prime Video PPV and Dan has also latest.Next, undisputed junior featherweight champion Naoya Inoue will defend his crown against three-division titleholder Junto Nakatani in the long-expected and highly anticipated showdown on May 2nd at the Tokyodome in Tokyo, Ohashi Promotions announced at a news conference on Friday in Tokyo. This is a tremendous all Japanese matchup that we are looking forward to for May.We have more on Friday's announcement of the Most Valuable Promotions/ESPN deal that is long term for women's boxing to regularly be part of ESPN's linear channel and their other platforms over a multi-year deal. Alycia Baumgardner headlines the first U.S. show in April.The WBC has ordered junior welterweight titlist Dalton Smith to make his first defense against mandatory challenger and former titleholder Alberto Puello. A purse bid on April 3rd will happen, if no deal is reached before then.And, Mario Barrios announced that he will move up to junior middleweight in the wake of losing the WBC welterweight title by near-shutout decision to Ryan Garcia last month.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

We have a special episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way!  Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones are joined by Myles Ehrlich (Pull Up with Myles & Owen podcast) to discuss the latest in Unrivaled. Myles was on the scene in Brooklyn as the semi-finals were played in Barclays Center on Monday night. He shares his impressions of the atmosphere before the guys dig into the matchups and preview Wednesday's final.  To close the show, they discuss this year's MVP and All-Unrivaled teams and talk through their voting process and toughest omissions.  If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com.  1:38 Unrivaled in Brooklyn -- the atmosphere  5:43 Phantom-Vinyl recap 12:55 Mist-Breeze recap 23:40 Phantom-Mist preview 32:35 MVP discussion 37:30 All-Unrivaled teams discussion Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:

An extra special day on the pod – our friend Jacob Hill returns for a new episode of our special edition series, Any Given Redraft! And we've got a doozy this time: the 2023 NBA Draft, inarguably one of the worst in league history. It's the year Anthony Bennet went number one, the year only one All Star was picked in the lottery, the year the Bucks drafted one of the greatest players of all time just after, and the year that the Podfather, Bill Simmons, went undefeated on ESPN's broadcast. We begin by breaking down how the night unfolded at Barclays Center, with David Stern going full heel and riling up the Brooklyn crowd. Naturally, we discuss Bill Simmons' big night, including his iconic reaction to Cleveland's selection of Anthony Bennett, Victor Oladipo's case for the number one pick, Giannis' upside, CJ McCollum's Patriot League representation, just to name a few. We also hit on the numerous lottery disappointments, from Nerlens Noel to MCW to Shabazz Muhammad. Finally, we get to our redraft, where we each draft teams of 8 players. Along the way, we marvel at Giannis' accomplishments to date, debate the selection of McCollum vs. the Stifle Tower, wonder at Oladipo's ceiling if health hadn't failed him, and slog through some abominable bench selections towards the back end. This one's for the sickos. Enjoy. Cheers to Bill Simmons and David Stern!

Sports reporter Priya Desai joins us to discuss the Knicks' playoff push, Team USA women's hockey's gold medal run with two local players, and Unrivaled bringing elite women's basketball to Barclays Center. Plus, WNYC's James Ramsay weighs in on the dress shoe revival and what footwear says about being a “real” New York

NoSo Takeover is back with Episode 17 as JT, Aaron and Jenny break down one of the most pivotal nights in NXT history — NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III from August 19, 2017. From championship showdowns to shocking debuts, Brooklyn once again proves why it's NXT's signature battleground. The crew dives deep into the emotional main event as Drew McIntyre challenges Bobby Roode for the NXT Championship, marking Drew's triumphant return to WWE glory. They also discuss Asuka vs. Ember Moon, a clash that caps off Asuka's historic undefeated streak and dominant reign as NXT Women's Champion. Plus, the hosts analyze the unforgettable arrival of Adam Cole, whose shocking debut and alliance with Kyle O'Reilly and Bobby Fish reshaped NXT overnight. Other highlights include Johnny Gargano vs. Andrade “Cien” Almas in a breakout performance, the chaotic Authors of Pain vs. SAnitY Tag Team Championship match, and Aleister Black's continued rise. JT, Aaron and Jenny cover match quality, storytelling, crowd reactions at Barclays Center, historical significance, and how this TakeOver helped define the next generation of WWE superstars. Whether you're reliving the glory of peak TakeOver or watching along for the first time, this episode delivers the ultimate retrospective on one of NXT's most influential events. NoSo Takeover, NXT TakeOver Brooklyn III, NXT TakeOver Brooklyn 2017, Drew McIntyre NXT Championship, Bobby Roode Glorious, Adam Cole debut NXT, Asuka vs Ember Moon, Johnny Gargano Andrade Almas, Aleister Black NXT, Authors of Pain SAnitY, NXT podcast, WWE NXT review, WWE podcast, wrestling podcast, WWE TakeOver Brooklyn, Adam Cole Bay Bay debut, Barclays Center NXT, WWE 2017 review, NXT history, JT Aaron Jenny podcast, NoSo podcast network, WWE retrospective, wrestling review podcast

Women's sports delivered chaos, clutch moments, and history this week. At the Winter Olympics, Chloe Kim battled through a torn labrum to grab silver in snowboard halfpipe, while 17-year-old Gaon Choi shook off a scary slam and came back flying to win gold. Talk about Gen Z nerves of steel.NCAA softball is officially back. Duke Blue Devils softball stack ranked wins over Texas A&M and LSU for a solid start at the Clearwater Invitational. Head coach Marissa Young continues building a powerhouse in record time.In Unrivaled action, the Point Gawd reminded everyone why she owns the nickname. Chelsea Gray stormed back to take the 1v1 crown, securing the $200K championship win in a trophy-stacking year. Next stop: Unrivaled playoffs at Barclays Center.In NCAA women's basketball, the madness is already here. Vanderbilt beat Texas behind a scoring explosion from Mikayla Blakes. South Carolina took down LSU in Dawn Staley's 500th win. The Top 16 reveal is out, but if this week proved anything, the bracket is far from settled.Tap in for the full breakdown, bold takes, and everything you need to stay ahead of the women's sports conversation.If you rate Women's Sports Weekly 5 stars, send a screenshot and you will receive a sticker!SUBSCRIBE TO WOMEN'S SPORTS WEEKLY YouTubeSpotifyApple Podcasts  FOLLOW WOMEN'S SPORTS WEEKLY ON SOCIALInstagramTikTokCONTACTWomensSportsWeeklyPod@gmail.com Women's Sports Weekly is created, produced, edited, and hosted by Carolyn Bryan and Danielle Bryan. Research by Madeline Schallmoser. Music is by the talented ⁠Melvin Alexander Black. 

Send a textIn this episode of Grown-Ass Kids Club, Andrea and Ryan break down their recent trip to Disney on Ice.We discuss the surprisingly relevant storyline, the unpredictable audience behavior, and the characters we fully expected to see — but didn't. Equal parts nostalgic, funny, and mildly alarming, this is Disney on Ice through a grown-ass lens.Follow us @grownasskidsclub

Mikey started Watching Lincoln Lawyer on Netflix makes me appreciate using credit cards and scanning to get into the gym!! When both single parents are dating who get the kids on Valentine's Day?It's some sick people in world Maryland Man Accused of Removing 10-Year-Old's Shoes and Smelling Their Feet at Arcade.Ring Cancels Flock Safety Partnership After Super Bowl Ad Backlash Amazon's Security Giant Backpedals on Surveillance Partnership After “Dystopian” Ad Sparks Public OutrageLaRussell talks Lil Wayne after signing to Jay Z. "I had grown a disdain for Wayne just because I started listening to everything like I started maturing as a human and I'm like damn, this nigga wasn't talking about nothing." Chicago attorney celebrates with her client after a not guilty verdict, when he had been facing up to 30 years for a shooting CHELSEA GRAY IS THE ONE The Point Gawd wins the Unrivaled 1-on-1 Tournament. Unrivaled semifinal games to be held at Barclays Center on March 2The Intuit Dome is allegedly 95% empty during the NBA Rising Stars game; total capacity is 18,300.Homeland Security (ICE) responds to Cardi B's mention of “Jumping Ice” if they come for her fansRandy Moss' has officially trademarked the popular catchphrase “You Got Moss'd”“Mossed” has been a popular saying for 20+ yearsNYC mother frustrated, speaks out after paying $3,000 in rent for a freezing apartment with kids inside Gloss Up reveals that Brorilla is still mad at her because she wouldn't let her inside her house when she was getting shot at49ers' Keion White was reportedly shot in the ankle following an argument with Lil Baby hours after the Super Bowl, police sayMichelle and Barack Obama are currently sitting courtside at the NBA All Star game and being loved on.The NBA is planning to invite over 200 influencers to All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles to help create content across broadcasts, in-arena entertainment, competitions, and fan activationsDJ Akademiks called J. Cole performative for driving a Honda Civic in 2026 despite being worth hundreds of millions of dollars.”DaBaby reveals rappers were mad at him for working with NBA YoungBoy while he was on house arrest, despite all of them secretly listening to his music"GOAT" star Gabrielle Union talks about how heartwarming it is bringing her daughter to see Angel Reese play

Evan finally tapping out on winter, then immediately pivots into the strangest market story in New York sports right now: why Los Angeles Lakers at New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden has turned into a premium ticket that is somehow bigger than recent LeBron visits and even other historic regular-season moments. Evan challenges the idea that this is about a “last chance” to see LeBron James at MSG, arguing there is no real Garden legacy the way Michael Jordan had, and questioning why the cheaper Barclays Center option does not scratch the same itch. Then the twist: a caller insists the real draw is Luka Dončić, not LeBron, which sends the crew into a full LeBron vs Luka demand debate, including the “iconic player, iconic venue” argument and whether paying that kind of money is actually worth it years later. From there the segment veers into pure Nets anxiety. A caller asks for a sanity check on reports and speculation linking Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Brooklyn Nets, and Evan goes off: if the Nets chase Giannis right now while tanking, he wants heads to roll. He breaks down what is real reporting versus dot-connecting, why offseason timing matters, and why Brooklyn should only be involved as a facilitator for assets, not as a desperate buyer. The rant brings back an all-time flashback to Evan's on-air reaction to the James Harden trade, and he warns that a Giannis move would make that meltdown look tame.

The first On Da Mark Wrestling Podcast of 2026 is here!

We're back with our first preview show of 2026 with a heavyweight main event in Germany and a world junior welterweight title fight in Brooklyn, NY to discuss on the "BFW Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and NewsletterThey begin with a Preview of the Saturday Queensberry/DAZN card from Oberhausen, GermanyAgit Kabayel vs. Damian Knyba, 12 rounds, for Kabayel's WBC interim heavyweight title. Kabayel is little known in the U.S. but can position himself for a serious payday and possible world title fight with a win. Plus, Jadier Herrera vs. Ricardo Nunez, 12 rounds, for vacant WBC interim lightweight title. Dan hss more on Herrera's potential.Then, they talk Saturday's Fresh Productions PPV card from Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY (yes we've not heard of them either)Subriel Matias vs. Dalton Smith, 12 rounds, for Matias' WBC junior welterweight title. Will the hard hitting Matias get the best of the unbeaten Brit? And, some newsDan is reporting on lineal/unified light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol's and his plans to return in April following back surgery in August. Plus, whom is he looking at fighting?Next WBA junior lightweight titlist James "Jazza" Dickens, whose defense on the Night of the Samurai card last month was canceled last minute due to opponent injury, will make his first defense against former IBF titlist Anthony Cacace on March 14 (DAZN). This fight is on St. Patrick's Day weekend — at 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland, Queensberry Promotions announced the show. Also, Canelo Alvarez and now, Jaime Munguia have both turned positions to fight Osleys Iglesias for the vacant IBF super middleweight title. Who will Iglesias end up fightiing?And, Tuesday's IBF final heavyweight eliminator purse bid for the fight between Frank Sanchez and Richard Torrez Jr. postponed because they are close to a deal for the fight to likely land on a February or March on a PBC PPV card. Dan has more.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

We're back with our first preview show of 2026 with a heavyweight main event in Germany and a world junior welterweight title fight in Brooklyn, NY to discuss on the "BFW Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and NewsletterThey begin with a Preview of the Saturday Queensberry/DAZN card from Oberhausen, GermanyAgit Kabayel vs. Damian Knyba, 12 rounds, for Kabayel's WBC interim heavyweight title. Kabayel is little known in the U.S. but can position himself for a serious payday and possible world title fight with a win. Plus, Jadier Herrera vs. Ricardo Nunez, 12 rounds, for vacant WBC interim lightweight title. Dan hss more on Herrera's potential.Then, they talk Saturday's Fresh Productions PPV card from Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY (yes we've not heard of them either)Subriel Matias vs. Dalton Smith, 12 rounds, for Matias' WBC junior welterweight title. Will the hard hitting Matias get the best of the unbeaten Brit? And, some newsDan is reporting on lineal/unified light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol's and his plans to return in April following back surgery in August. Plus, whom is he looking at fighting?Next WBA junior lightweight titlist James "Jazza" Dickens, whose defense on the Night of the Samurai card last month was canceled last minute due to opponent injury, will make his first defense against former IBF titlist Anthony Cacace on March 14 (DAZN). This fight is on St. Patrick's Day weekend — at 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland, Queensberry Promotions announced the show. Also, Canelo Alvarez and now, Jaime Munguia have both turned positions to fight Osleys Iglesias for the vacant IBF super middleweight title. Who will Iglesias end up fightiing?And, Tuesday's IBF final heavyweight eliminator purse bid for the fight between Frank Sanchez and Richard Torrez Jr. postponed because they are close to a deal for the fight to likely land on a February or March on a PBC PPV card. Dan has more.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Vinnie and Brendan discuss this weekend's tilt between Subrial Matias and Dalton Smith at the Barclays Center. Tune in for that and much more on this episode of KEOTB. Write to us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠keotbboxing@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page @KEOTBPodcast. Remember to like, subscribe, and review the show!!!

¡Hoy WWE RAW arranca el 2026 con un episodio ESPECIAL tipo STRANGER THINGS desde el Barclays Center en Brooklyn, NY!

Recorded on December 22: Mike and Laureen reflect on the eight days of Chanukah and what it means for the Jewish community to be a light in a darkening world. From 18,000 people gathering at Brooklyn's Barclays Center to massive Chanukah solidarity events in Amsterdam and controversy in London as the city's mayor attempted to halt a vigil for the Bondi victims — the week underscored both resilience and resistance. Amid rising threats, the FBI thwarted a New Year's Eve terror plot involving multiple bombings in the Los Angeles area, while Australian authorities intercepted seven men en route to Bondi Beach, highlighting the global scope of ongoing security concerns. This week's guest, Benham Ben Taleblu of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, warns that Iran and its threat to Israel are not getting the attention they deserve because attention is being diverted to Venezuela. The hosts also examine troubling moments of antisemitism at the Turning Point USA conference, where Ben Shapiro pushed back against the rhetoric, and unpack Tucker Carlson being named Antisemite of the Year by Stop Antisemitism — along with other notable figures and incidents making headlines. Thank you for listening, sharing and subscribing to The Third Opinion Podcast.

UConn women's basketball kept rolling on Saturday, taking care of business against No. 11 Iowa with a 90-64 victory in the Champions Classic at Barclays Center. With the Huskies winning big despite not putting in their best performance, we look for areas they could improve going forward and why they could really benefit from legitimate competition. We also get into the top performers, discuss whether UConn's point guard play has been up to the par and then create a Christmas wish list for the team.Chasing Perfection is presented by the UConn WBB Weekly. Sign up to get the best coverage of the Huskies all season long. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com

After years of stalled plans and unfulfilled promises of affordable housing near the Barclays Center, David Brand, housing reporter for WNYC and Gothamist, reports on a new plan for housing at Atlantic Yards. 

Utah Jazz forward Kyle Anderson speaks with the media after the Utah Jazz's 123-110 win over the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on December 4, 2025

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen speaks with the media after the Utah Jazz's 123-110 win over the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on December 4, 2025

Jake Scott and Tim Lacomb break down all the action from the Utah Jazz's 123-110 win over the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on December 4, 2025

The Islanders have gone from 2nd in the metro, to 6th. But in hindsight; it could be worse. Right? Anyway Dan shares his views on the Islanders previous home in Brooklyn and compares Barclays Center with UBS Arena   This podcast is supported by Belly Up Sports and Belly Up Media Like, Follow and Subscribe to the Show on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok Subscribe to our page for new Episodes of Time to BS Podcast, Seahawks Sessions, Isle of BS, and BS Sessions New episodes of Time to BS released on Wednesdays New episodes of Seahawks Sessions released on Saturdays, Postgame shows released the day after Seahawks Games New Episodes of Isle of BS released on Mondays     Tags:   #Islanders #NYIslanders #Hockey #Isles #BellyUpSports #BellyUpMedia #ComedyPodast #RealTalkPodcast #Podcast   Social Pages:   Twitter/X: @stanielsmooth, @TimetoBSPodcast, @BellyUpSports, & @BellyUpMedia   Instagram: @stanielsmooth, @TimetoBSPodcast, @BellyUpSports, & @BellyUpMedia   Threads: @stanielsmooth & @timetobspodcast   TikTok: @stanielsmooth   Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TimetoBSPodcast?utm_source=linktree_admin_share

This week this the guys kick things off discussing Thanksgiving food (1:05). Second lines in New Orleans (17:38), what type of cologne you use (25:55). Ja Rule allegedly jumped backstage at the Barclays Center (33:46). Jobs are considered non professional under the Trump administration (36:51). Hollywood Nicky addresses the fans of former guest, recording artist Dstrong504 (49:47) Campbell soup CEO recorded saying disparaging things about the product (57:55). Ask Fresh for advice segment (1:01:20). Ray J in hot water (1:09:02). NLE Choppa dissing NBA Young Boy yet again (1:11:57) and much more so tune in......https://linktr.ee/ToxicMasculinityIssues

Right out the gate, the Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast tackles major personal drama. Real Housewives of Atlanta star and Xscape member Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker confirm their split after 11 years of marriage. Hosts dissect the announcement—including Kandi’s focus on preserving peace and co-parenting, while stepping into a new professional chapter. Next up, the spotlight shifts to Ray J who declares he’ll “never be in love” with his girlfriend, sparking a deeper conversation about public relationships and vulnerability in the spotlight. The RSMS team unpacked Ray J’s candid stance, his history, and the potential impact on his brand. The money talk heats up as financial expert Jini Thornton joins to break down smart holiday spending: setting budgets, avoiding impulse buys, and aligning finances with one’s personal values. Her insights help listeners prepare for the season without stress. The final heat-check comes from Ja Rule addressing a backstage altercation during the The Boy Is Mine Tour at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. With video circulating and Max B denying involvement, the crew takes the clip apart, examines security lapses, and wonders if this tour conflict could shift momentum for everyone involved. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ja Rule addresses a backstage altercation during the The Boy Is Mine Tour at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. With video circulating and Max B denying involvement, the crew takes the clip apart, examines security lapses, and wonders if this tour conflict could shift momentum for everyone involved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00) A t-shirt sent by a listener is a huge hit! Fred got himself a new table, but doesn't want to build it. Then they poke fun at Nick's rear-end.WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: (18:06) The Celtics beat the Brooklyn Nets, 113-99 at the Barclays Center.(32:48) If you ask the guys what they think about Thanksgiving, they'll tell you what everybody's afraid of saying: It sucks! Plus, Lebron made Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Garden Report goes LIVE right after Celtics vs Nets as CLNS Media's Jimmy Toscano and A. Sherrod Blakely break down the game right after with Noa Dalzell & Bobby Manning joining from the the Barclays Center with postgame reaction. 00:00 Instant Reaction 18:07 The Garden Report is moving 20:15 Bobby Checks in from Brooklyn 28:00 Joe Mazzulla Postgame Interview 34:15 More reaction 36:00 Jordan Walsh vs Nets 42:00 Jaylen Brown vs Nets, only 10 min in 1H 44:00 Sam Hauser Postgame 47:25 Noa joins from Brooklyn 52:00 Jaylen Brown's game 57:20 More on Jaylen Brown 1:05:00 Anfernee Simons lack of minutes 1:14:15 The Brownie Award The Garden Report on CLNS Media is Powered by:

Watch or listen to episode 308 of the Digital and Social Media Sports podcast, in which Neil chatted with Dan LaTorraca, Director of Marketing at Zoomph and sports business veteran. Dan discusses the insights picked up throughout his career, including stints at the Carolina Panthers, Brooklyn Sports and Entertainment (Brooklyn Nets, Barclays Center, and more), … Continue reading Episode 308: Dan LaTorraca on Leading Marketing and Brand at Sports Teams and Creating + Measuring Value

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Experience NBA YoungBoy's unstoppable 2025 resurgence with Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect, dissecting the October 16 announcement of his ninth studio album Slime Cry, dropping November 28 via Never Broke Again/Motown Records. Just four months after MASA (July 25 release) debuted #6 on Billboard 200 with 69M first-week streams and features from Playboi Carti and Mellow Rackz—his 16th Top 10 tying Jay-Z and Nas—YoungBoy channels post-pardon fire. Freed from house arrest in April and pardoned by President Trump in May, he launched the 45-date MASA Tour on September 2 (Dallas) through mid-November (Seattle), hitting Crypto.com Arena, Barclays Center, United Center, Kaseya Center, and State Farm Arena with openers DeeBaby, EBK Jaaybo, and K3 (tickets $89+ via Live Nation). Singles like "Where I Been," "Shot Callin," "Top Tingz," and "Finest" set the tone for Slime Cry's southern bounce, 808-heavy introspection on loss, loyalty, and redemption. Dive into his quote: "If you don't show up for my tour, don't bump my music no more"—a raw call for authentic engagement amid trending hashtags #NBAYoungBoy2025 and #MASATour. Unpack why this redemption arc cements him as rap's resilient force in a streaming era. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Coming up on Saturday night October 18th, former two-division champion Danny "Swift" Garcia ends a 13-month layoff and will headline his own Swift Promotions card at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Garcia will meet Daniel Gonzalez in a 10-round junior middleweight bout in what is billed as his “Farewell to Brooklyn”However, before he steps into the ring once more, Garcia spoke at length to our insider Dan Rafael, who wanted to know more about why comeback? Why do it now and is he really serious about continuing to fight on after this bout?Hear the very interesting answers to it all on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Yet another light week in the the ring, but we have plenty to go over and a former 2 time world champ joins us for a conversation too on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael return to go over it all.First, a previewSaturday in Lilliestram, Norway on "UFC Fight Pass," Ema Kozin vs. Cecilia Braekhus, for Kozin's WBC/WBO women's junior middleweight titleThis is the announced farewell fight for Cecilia Braekhus at home in Norwway. She is the former longtime women's undisputed welterweight champion and one of the best female boxers of all time. She made 25 welterweight title defenses during her 2009 to 2020 title reign.The guys talk her brillant career. Then, a DANNY GARCIA interivew with DanFormer two-division champion ends a 13-month layoff and will headline his own Swift Promotions card at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, vs. Daniel Gonzalez, a 10-round junior middleweight bout later this month. It is billed as “Farewell to Brooklyn” for Garcia. NewsThe 2026 International Boxing Hall of Fame ballots are out. Dan has the details on new editions in the various categories that will be voted on later in the year.Next, Canelo Alvarez is now set for left elbow surgery on Oct. 23. We have the latest on the injury and does it impact his 2026 and beyond??Next, it's official this week: Paramount+ and Zuffa Boxing announced their expected rights deal that will add Zuffa events to the streamer, which in August also announced a seven-year, $7.7 billion deal to acquire all U.S. broadcast and streaming rights for sister company UFC.Paramount+ will stream 12 Zuffa Boxing events in 2026 “with plans to grow that number in subsequent years.” The deal is for rights in the United States, Canada and Latin America. There is discussion.Per Dan's reporting, Issac "Pitbull" Cruz vs. Lamont Roach is a PBC PPV and will be Dec. 6 at the Frost Bank Center, which is the home arena of the NBA's San Antonio Spurs.And, WBO featherweight titlist Rafael Espinoza will make his fourth defense against Arnold Khegai in the headliner of a Zanfer Promotions card on Nov. 15 in San Luis Potosi, per multiple sources. Various other Top Rank fighters on the show including: Lindolfo Delgado, etc.Finally, a little NostalgiaOct. 2, 2004 — 21 years ago on Thursday – Felix Trinidad exits a 2½-year retirement and returned to face fellow former welterweight and junior middleweight titlist Ricardo Mayorga in a middleweight bout at Madison Square Garden. Was a great battle, great KO, sick atmosphere. Big Dan was ringside and remembers it all well.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.

This week on Brown Ambition, Mandi sits down with Cheryl McKissick Daniel — President and CEO of McKissick & McKissick, the oldest Black- and women-owned design and construction firm in the U.S. With five generations of legacy behind her, Cheryl has literally changed skylines while paving the way for women and people of color in an industry that wasn’t built for us. In this inspiring conversation, Cheryl shares: The journey behind her new book, The Black Family Who Built America: The McKissicks, Two Centuries of Daring Pioneers. How her mother courageously took over the family business after tragedy struck. Lessons from navigating a male- and white-dominated industry while building relationships and leading with integrity. The power of resilience, prayer, and community when starting from scratch in New York. Personal stories of overcoming health scares and why legacy and family history matter more than ever. From stories of scrappy entrepreneurship in a Manhattan walk-up to multimillion-dollar projects like the Barclays Center and JFK Airport, Cheryl offers both blueprint and inspiration for anyone determined to build their own table—and their own legacy. Key Takeaways: Legacy isn’t inherited, it’s built—brick by brick, generation by generation. Relationships and integrity are as valuable as technical skills in business. Women have always been at the forefront of resilience and innovation, even when history tries to erase them. Creating your own family tree can be a powerful way to honor where you’ve come from and inspire the next generation. Resources & Mentions: Cheryl McKissick Daniel’s book: The Black Family Who Built America McKissick & McKissick projects: Barclays Center, Harlem Hospital Center, JFK Terminal One See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Good Follow: Ros is joined by the host of In Case You Missed It with Khristina Williams and WNBA insider, Khristina Williams! They break down the significance of both Defensive Player of the Year winners, Minnesota Lynx's Alanna Smith and Las Vegas Aces' A'ja Wilson. Next, how do they both handle the pressure of having a media vote for the End of Season Awards? Then, Breanna Stewart plays Game 2 against the Phoenix Mercury after spraining her MCL. Should she have stayed off the court? What was the weird energy in Barclays Center? Finally, Ros and Khristina give Seattle Storm's Dominique Malonga her flowers and her efforts to force a Game 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on Good Follow: Ros is joined by the host of In Case You Missed It with Khristina Williams and WNBA insider, Khristina Williams! They break down the significance of both Defensive Player of the Year winners, Minnesota Lynx's Alanna Smith and Las Vegas Aces' A'ja Wilson. Next, how do they both handle the pressure of having a media vote for the End of Season Awards? Then, Breanna Stewart plays Game 2 against the Phoenix Mercury after spraining her MCL. Should she have stayed off the court? What was the weird energy in Barclays Center? Finally, Ros and Khristina give Seattle Storm's Dominique Malonga her flowers and her efforts to force a Game 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

0:00 ... Show open, introduction of the panel, and explanation of the "Two-a-Day" series. 1:10 ... Brooklyn Nets discussion ... The good news for the lowly Nets is that this will be their 50th NBA season after joining the league as one of the former ABA teams who joined the NBA for the 1976-'77 season.  But that may be it for good news this season in Brooklyn. 2:37 ... World B feels the Nets are not "tanking," they're "rebuilding." 4:06 ... Cam Thomas returns to the team on a "lowball" qualifying deal after averaging 24 points last season.  Will he be a problem as he looks to score a lot in hopes of being paid next season?  Nic Claxton is one of the few players on the team with trade value, so perhaps he may be moved to a good team before the trade deadline. 6:06 ... There should be plenty of good seats available at Barclays Center this season for fans whose favorite teams are playing the Nets! 6:41 ... Golden State Warriors discussion ... this could be their last chance to make noise out west as they have an aging team with key players like Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green in their late 30s.  Butler will need to score more consistently to help Curry with the scoring load if the team is to approach 50 wins. 9:02 ... Bruce feels the Warriors are the most "unsettled" team in the league, mainly because of the Jonathan Kuminga free agency standoff.  Bruce feels that Kuminga may be risking alienating his teammates since the Warriors can't move forward to fill out their roster until he makes a decision on how much money he'll be willing to accept this season.  This is affecting players like Al Horford and De'Anthony Melton whose personal situations are impacted by Kuminga's saga. 10:38 ... Ross feels Kuminga may be traded (before the February deadline) once his contract is settled.   Bruce feels like the age of the Warriors increases the potential for injuries. 13:19 ... World B feels like the Dubs really need Kuminga because he is a young player with talent. 14:54 ... Ross wraps up the show and teases the next show. TRT 15:21    

It is a cool 95 degrees in the city today, a perfect backdrop in Brooklyn, New York where 59 players are going to hear their names called in the next two days. We are gettng you ready for the 79th annual NBA draft tipping off tonight from the Barclays Center. You know the Man, but do you know the MAINE MAN? In true Marty Smith fashion, we get an INSIDE look at the tiny village that shaped the top pick in tonight's draft. Seth's superlatives. Mr Greenberg spotlights the top shooter, defender, handler, and scorer in tonight's draft. You don't wanna miss this list. What EXACTLY are we in store for tonight? Could there be any surprises that send shockwaves across the league landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices