Podcasts about Bobbito Garcia

Bobbito Garcia is an influential New York DJ, author, filmmaker, radio host, and park hooper. He grew up in the city obsessed with the game of basketball, especially the unique culture of New York City outdoor pickup. He discusses his new memoir, Bobbito's Book of B-Ball Bong Bong!: A Memoir of Sports, Style, and Soul, and listeners share stories about their time spent playing pickup ball in New York.

17 year NBA veteran and current LIU head coach Rod Strickland joins Bobbito Garcia and Eric Newman as Rod shares many of his basketball influences, NYC hoops origins, and finding his way from NYC to Oak Hill Academy and then Depaul University in Chicago. He also shares memories of being part of the 1989 Bomb Squad Knicks coach by Rick Pitino, his biggest NBA career regret and much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former NBA Slam Dunk Champion, former Boston Celtic and 12 year NBA veteran Dee Brown joins Bobbito Garcia and Eric Newman for this episode of B-Ball Radio. Brown shares his Florida basketball origins, memories of his rookie year with the Celtics in 1991, shooting contests with Larry Bird, signing with Reebok, becoming Captain of the Raptors with Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady as teammates, being the father of WNBA stand out Lexie Brown and much more in this dynamic interview.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

B-Ball Radio welcomes Basketball Hall of Fame inductee, Dennis Page, publisher of SLAM Magazine as he shares how the magazine was created, the evolution of basketball on television, how SLAM become part of the culture, the most impactful covers, his favorite basketball films and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chicago basketball legend Ronnie Fields joins B-Ball Radio as he reflects on his Farrgut Academy dominance alongside Kevin Garnett, Chicago playground legends, his Chicago and NBA influences, coaching high school in the present at Hope Academy and much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join us on B-Ball Radio as we welcome Professor and Author David Hollander, who dives deep into the themes of his NYU course and his thought-provoking book, How Basketball Can Save the World. As the creator of World Basketball Day and Assistant Dean of Real World Experiences at the Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport, David brings a unique perspective on the impact of basketball beyond the court. Tune in for engaging conversations about the intersection of sports, culture, and global change. Don't miss out—subscribe to explore how basketball can inspire a better world!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

B-Ball Radio returns for its 2025 debut as Bobbito and E-New are joined by legendary author and journalist Robert "Scoop" Jackson. Scoop reflects on being five years removed from Kobe Bryant's passing, takes us back to the impact Kevin Garnett & Ronnie Fields had on Chicago basketball at Farragut 30 years ago, drops gems on how he got started at SLAM Magazine and SLAM's induction into the basketball hall of fame and much more. An incredible episode you don't want to miss! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

B-Ball Radio continues to look back at some of the most impactful single season teams in NBA history as Bobbito & E-New highlight the lasting impact of the '86 Celtics & '87 Lakers while also looking ahead to the NBA Cup Quarter Final match-ups as eight teams now have their eyes on the NBA In-Season Tournament Championship.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

B-Ball Radio continues their weekly coverage of the NBA In-Season tournament as Bobbito & E-New discuss the greatness of Nikola Jokic, the upcoming group play matchups in the western conference featuring the Rockets, Wolves, Lakers and Clippers along with spotlighting the basketball cultural impact made by the 2017 Golden State Warriors and 1996 Chicago BullsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the latest episode of B-Ball Radio, Bobbito & E-New recap week one of the NBA In-Season tournament (and uniforms), preview upcoming matchups, and layout their own bracket featuring the best championship teams over the last five decades. Not to be missed!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

B-Ball Radio spotlights the opening of the NBA In-Season Tournament as Bobbito & E-New look at their favorite team groupings in each conference, the special edition courts that standout most, the exciting matchups ahead this week between western conference contenders including Klay Thompson's return to the Bay and their own unique lens on Donovan Mitchell, God Shammgod and much more on this special edition episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Educator, author and former Saint Michael's College head coach Josh Meyer joins Bobbito and E-New as he shares his experiences from his coaching journey around social justice, his players being featured in the Nike "You Can't Stop Us" ad, the realities of college basketball, the impact of Harvard head coach Tommy Amaker, the importance of education and much more in the is very insightful episode of B-Ball Radio. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this special episode of B-Ball Radio Bobbito and E-New celebrate the classic basketball film, Hoosiers. From the soundtrack, their own personal connections to the story, favorite scenes and appreciation for the acting talents of Gene Hackman, Barbara Hershey and Dennis Hopper, join us for this basketball cinema episode of B-Ball Radio. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Photographer and Filmmaker Kevin Couliau joins B-Ball Radio sharing his basketball odyssey from behind the lens from France to NYC. Kevin shares his experience connecting with Bobbito Garcia as he was growing Bounce Magainze, which eventually led to their filmmaking collaboration on the feature documentary "DOIN IT IN THE PARK". Bobbito Garcia and Eric Newman delve into the New York city basketball community and culture in the mid-2000s as Kevin shares how he created "Heart & Soul of New York City" documenting the summer basketball NYC and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

B-Ball Radio welcomes Arthur Agee and William Gates the co-stars of Hoop Dreams to the show as Bobbito and E-New explore all things Chicago basketball, the impact of Hoop Dreams as it celebrates it's 30th anniversary, the greatness of Isiah Thomas, Benji Wilson, Ronnie Fields, KG, and much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chicago native and former college basketball coach turned author Rus Bradburd joins Bobbito and E-New as he shares his journey recruiting Tim Hardaway to UTEP, the history of Chicago guards in the NBA, coaching under Don Haskins, his insightful review of the film Glory Road, and reflections on the five books he's authored including collaborating with the great Nolan Richardson and a preview of his latest novel Big Time. This is a B-Ball Radio basketball history lesson you don't want to miss!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this special 8-24 episode of B-Ball Radio celebrating Kobe Bryant, Bobbito and E-New share never heard before Black Mamba stories featuring Bobbito's Lower Merion High School connection and his interviews with Kobe, Kobe's visits to Rucker Park, including the 2010 Nike World Basketball Festival, and Kobe's legendary All the Smoke interview in 2019.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Professor joins Bobbito and E-New sharing gems from his legendary basketball journey including his street ball origins, the AND1 tour, going viral on youtube, becoming a global iconic basketball content creator and influencer, his most memorable 1v1 story, and much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As the Olympics begin in Paris Bobbito & E-New take a tour of Olympic Basketball past and present highlighting the impact of the 1992 Dream Team, Puerto Rico v Team USA moments, Redeem Team stories, the 2024 competition and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2008 NBA champion and current NBC Sports Boston analyst Eddie House joins Bobbito and E-New as they talk current and past Celtics, Bay area hoops, the greatness of a young LeBron James, how he ended up starring at Arizona State including his record breaking 61 point game and much more!

Bobbito and E-New are joined by legendary DJ and former McDonald's HS All American Rich Medina who shares memories of dunking on future NBA stars Rick Fox and Hubert Davis when his Cornell U. squad went up against nationally ranked UNC. Medina also discusses his favorite tunes for a lay-up line, and the influence his HS basketball coach had on his musical career.

Bobbito and E-New are joined by NY Times bestselling author Jesse Washington who wrote the memoir I Came As A Shadow for legendary Georgetown coach John Thompson as well as Lucky Me for Lebron James' business partner Rich Paul. Special segments include "1-on-1," "The Park Is My Church," "Lay-Up Line," and a trivia moment where all three personalities get stumped!

B-ball Radio is a podcast hosted by NAB Radio Hall of Fame inductee Bobbito García and Eric W. Newman, filmmaker/producer whose work includes Kevin Garnett: Anything Is Possible and All The Smoke. The duo will explore basketball culture's past, present and future in a “mixtape” format with quick segments, trivia, and interviews, covering everything from the NBA to the local outdoor pick-up run with featured guests from all backgrounds including players, coaches, storytellers and contributors.

In this episode of the SCBWI Podcast, we are joined by Bobbito Garcia!NYC native Bobbito García is a visionary creative who has put an indelible footprint on multiple urban movements.During the 1990s, the legendary air personality was one-half of the “Stretch and Bobbito” program on WKCR. The duo introduced the world to an unsigned Nas, Biggie, and Wu-Tang, as well as an unknown Jay-Z, Eminem, and the Fugees. The total record sales for all the artists that premiered on their platform exceed 300 million. In 1998, the Source Magazine voted them as “The Best Hip Hop Radio Show of All Time,“ and in 2023, they were inducted into the NAB Radio Hall of Fame.As the progenitor of sneaker journalism, García penned his landmark Source article “Confessions of a Sneaker Addict” in 1990, then in 2003 became the critically acclaimed author of Where'd You Get Those? NYC's Sneaker Culture: 1960-1987 (Testify Books). In 2005, ESPN's “It's The Shoes” series, hosted by Bobbito, became the first show on the subject in broadcasting history. A founding member of the Kennedy Center's Hip Hop Culture Council and a 2018 Wesleyan University “Distinguished Alumni Award” recipient,  "Kool Bob Love” currently produces his b-ball tournament Full Court 21™ in four continents, co-produces Stretch & Bobbito + The M19s Band music, is a DJ/Host on Apple Music Hits' “Stretch and Bobbito Radio,“ and is the proud author of his first children's book titled Aim High, Little Giant, Aim High!www.koolboblove.comFollow Bobbito on Instagram @koolboblove Buy Aim High, Little Giant, Aim High! here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/aim-high-little-giant-aim-high-bobbito-garcia/20576498?aid=79539&ean=9798888901533&listref=books-i-ve-authored-c15b87e5-577b-482c-8763-8ef0ed6c1ac7&and check out his bookshop:https://bookshop.org/shop/koolbobloveRegister for the 2024 In-Person Conference Here: https://www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi-in-person-winter-conference-2024SCBWI on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scbwi/SCBWI on Twitter: https://twitter.com/scbwiBecome an SCBWI member today: https://www.scbwi.org/join-scbwi/Shop the SCBWI Bookshop.org page: https://bookshop.org/shop/SCBWISupport the show

Cette semaine SLurg & Bachir vous emmènent du coté de Brighton Brooklyn pour une spéciale Wee Bee Foolish, collectif composé des rappeurs Yeshua Da Poed, Siah, Ken Boogaloo et leur Dj Bless. Tout commence pour eux au début des années 90 en tant que fans de rap avec pour idoles Special Ed, Big Daddy Kane et Guru. Les hommes vont très vite se faire remarquer dans l'underground New Yorkais en se produisant régulièrement au Nuyorican Poets Cafe. C'est là qu'ils feront la rencontre de Bobbito Garcia qui leur fera sortir leur premier disque sur son label, véritable joyaux de cette période. S'en suit une flopée de maxis, un album et des collaborations qui en plus d'être de qualité viendront cristalliser ce qu'était le rap underground indépendant à New York dans la deuxième moitié des 90's. Kickeurs studieux et iconoclastes, Wee bee foolish méritaient un mix spécial sur Grünt Radio.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Garcia are two of the most surprising contributors to Black radio. This Jewish and Puerto Rican duo turned Columbia University's college radio station WCKR into hip-hop's first radio-safe haven. Every Thursday from 1am -to 5am, The Stretch and Bobbito Show was a place where up-and-coming rappers like Nas, Eminem, Wu-Tang Clan, and Big L played their latest records or showed off their lyrical freestyles. In the process, a format was born that hip-hop shows imitated for years to come. These pioneers of hip-hop had one nemesis…the birth of Hot97, hip-hop's very first radio station dedicated to only rap. Not only did Stretch and Bobbito survive but they thrived and left an undeniable legacy on Black radio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of New Music Seminar MC Battle For World Supremacy, our last episode for season 2, we focus on the years; 1993 and 1994! I recount the stories I heard about 1993 with MF Grimm, Mad Skillz, and the '93 champion, Supernatural. As for '94, I explain how my writing for local Chicago publication The Flypaper, created a lane for me to have some “involvement” and a front-row seat to many of the key happenings at the seminar that year, including getting a chance to interview Bobbito Garcia, The Artifacts, Count Bass D, Hard 2 Obtain, Zev Love X, and Muddbones (Cage and Masai Bey) for an article in The Flypaper, which never came out, and ultimately inspired Caught In The Middle magazine, that I started planning with J-bird only weeks after the seminar. And, I share the memories of being at a showcase that had Indigenous Theory, Keith Murray, Rampage The Last Boy Scout, Notorious B.I.G, Craig Mack, and Original Flavor with Jay-Z. Plus, some insight on the actual MC battle itself, which was won by Judgemental from Chicago, who I was in town with. It's an action-packed episode!! Follow all of Kevin's work here: https://linktr.ee/kevinbeacham21 Follow Stony Island Audio here: https://www.instagram.com/stonyislandpods/?hl=en

One of Hip Hop's most beloved radio hosts, authors, and directors joins Ali to talk about his new children's book, “Aim High, Little Giant, Aim High”. You can find Bobbito's new book here: https://wearelittlegiants.com/products/aim-high-little-giant-aim-high-by-bobbito-garcia This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers  To hear episodes early and ad-free, plus get access to exclusive music, videos, speeches, and bonus content by Brother Ali: https://www.brotherali.com/join  Buy Travelers Podcast merchandise: https://www.brotheralistore.com/collections/travelers-podcast

Alvin and German conduct a great conversation with Slapbox Creative's President, Jonathan Lopez.'06. An internationally published sports creative, he has shot the Olympics and other sporting events around the world. Through video and stills, his client list includes Nike, FIBA, NBA, Red Bull, Wilson, Basketball Hall of Fame, SLAM Magazine, Bobbito Garcia, Jordan Brand, Kicks USA, and many more. A cinematographer, he served in that role for Doin' It In The Park: Pick-Up Basketball, NYC an independent documentary directed by Bobbito Garcia and Kevin Couliau. While at Colgate he was a student athlete, involved with LASO, WeFunk, and Brothers, a dorm Resident Advisor, and also attended study group in London. He received his Bachelor of Arts in English, with an emphasis in Creative Writing.

From 1990 to 1998, WKCR broadcast The Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Show, hosted by DJ Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Garcia. The show served as an alternative to commercial hip hop radio, airing mostly obscure, unsigned artists, a number of whom would later dominate the hip hop scene in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The show has been credited with introducing the world to Biggie Smalls, Eminem, Jay-Z, Big L, Big Pun, Fat Joe, Wu Tang Clan, Mobb Deep, and the Fugees, among others.[51][52][53] The Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Show was voted the "best hip-hop show of all time" by The Source in 1998.[54] WKCR's transmitter was destroyed on September 11, 2001, when a hijacked plane destroyed the North Tower of the World Trade Center. For the next two years, the station broadcast from its backup transmitter atop Carman Hall. Its range was severely reduced, its signal barely reaching past a 20-mile radius until 2003, when the station was able to set up a new antenna at 4 Times Square, where it remains today.[55] PICTURE: https://tunein.com/radio/WKCR-FM-899-s30119/ LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzyAwZGTgAdonBKhTxUiC2Q

This week on the podcast, Part 2 with renowned Photographer Mr. Kevin Couliau, a native of Nantes, France and a true fan of the game of basketball and the culture surrounding it. Kevin continues his conversation with Will Gates and Arthur Agee and shares more of his Hoop Dreams journey. Kevin has been chronicling the sport of basketball through his lens for over 20 years all across the world, from Japan to the Philippines to Africa and beyond. He has shot for big name clients such as Nike, SLAM, Henessy, the NBA and many others. On top of that he is an award winning filmmaker known for his documentary “Doin' It In The Park” which was done in collaboration with New York legend Bobbito Garcia which tells the story of New York's historic pick-up basketball culture. If you are a fan of the sport of basketball then do not miss this episode as Kevin shares a truly unique origin story.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten and Created by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com

For this episode of Randomly Selected, we sit down with the legendary Bobbito Garcia! We talk about everything from his origins in the basketball and sneaker communities and his impact on Hip Hop all the way to his current endeavors as an author of the children's book "AIM HIGH, LITTLE GIANT, AIM HIGH"! Robert "Bobbito" Garcia (born September 25, 1966), also known as DJ Cucumber Slice and Kool Bob Love, is an American DJ, author, streetball player, streetball coach, and member of the Rock Steady Crew. He is known as a former co-host of hip hop radio show The Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Show, alongside Adrian "Stretch Armstrong" Bartos, from 1990 until 1999. In 2015, Showtime premiered a feature-length documentary on Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives, directed and written by Garcia. The film includes interviews with Jay-Z, Nas, Eminem, Common, Fat Joe, Rosie Perez and DJ Premier, among others. In 2018, Garcia released his third documentary, Rock Rubber 45s. It serves as his most personal film to date. You don't want to miss this one!

Hip hop icon and author, Bobbito Garcia shares his thoughts and experiences in promoting his book, “Aim High Little Giant”, while working with an independent publisher. 

Bobbito García is an NYC native who has put an indelible footprint on multiple urban movements. The critically acclaimed author of Where'd You Get Those? NYC's Sneaker Culture: 1960-1987 (Testify Books) is also a world-renowned DJ who co-hosts “Stretch and Bobbito Radio” on Apple Music Hits. As an award-winning filmmaker, García has directed Doin' It In The Park: Pick-Up Basketball, NYC (PBS), Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives (SHOWTIME), and NY Times “Critics' Pick” Rock Rubber 45s.Connect with Bobbito Garcia:Instagram:     https://www.instragram.com/KoolBobLoveTikTok:             https://www.tiktok.com/KoolBobLoveFacebook        https://www.facebook.com/KoolBobLoveTwitter:            https://www.twitter.com/KoolBobLoveWebsite:          https://www.KoolBobLove.comLearn more about “Aim High Little Giants”:Instagram:       https://www.instagram.com/WeAreLittleGiantsWebsite:          https://www.AimHighLittleGiants.comRegister for Free Online Financial Literacy Courses:https://maliksfirstjob.banzai.org/wellness/collections/teaching-kids-financesPurchase Malik's First Job: Financial Principles for Teens:www.maliksfirstjob.comFollow Malik's First Job on Social Media Facebook:       https://www.facebook.com/maliksfirstjobInstagram:       https://www.instagram.com/maliksfirstjobTwitter:            https://www.twitter.com/maliksfirstjob

Ep. 66. This week on the Hoop Dreams Podcast, the man with many talents, from DJ, to Radio Host, to Filmmaker, Producer, Author, Sneaker guru and playground basketball legend, he goes by many names, DJ Cucumber Slice, Kool Bob Love and of course Bobbito, Mr. Bobbito Garcia joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee to share his incredible origin story and talk about his new book "Aim High Little Giants, Aim High". Bobbito takes us back to his humble beginnings on the asphalt courts of New York and explains how his deep love for the game of basketball has taken him on any a journey around the world and has opened numerous doors for him. From playing pro ball in Puerto Rico, to his pivotal role as a DJ  launching early Hip Hop acts in the 90's, to his passion for sneaker culture and to a career as a filmmaker and author. Sit back, listen and learn as Bobbito drops knowledge on everything from early New York street ball legends, to his relationship with the Rocksteady Crew, to putting the spotlight on unsigned Hip Hop acts that appeared with him and Stretch Armstrong on their radio show before going on to fame and how he got into documentary filmmaking. His passion and energy are infectious. The episode is available now on all your podcast platforms.An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten and Created by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com

This week on the podcast renowned Photographer Mr. Kevin Couliau, a native of Nantes, France and a true fan of the game of basketball and the culture surrounding it joins Will Gates and Arthur Agee to share his Hoop Dreams journey. Kevin has been chronicling the sport of basketball through his lens for over 20 years all across the world, from Japan to the Philippines to Africa and beyond. He has shot for big name clients such as Nike, SLAM, Henessy, the NBA and many others. On top of that he is an award winning filmmaker known for his documentary “Doin' It In The Park” which was done in collaboration with New York legend Bobbito Garcia which tells the story of New York's historic pick-up basketball culture. If you are a fan of the sport of basketball then do not miss this episode as Kevin shares a truly unique origin story. An Unlearning Network ProductionHosted by Will Gates and Arthur AgeeProduced by Matt HoffarWritten by Matt Hoffar, Will Gates and Arthur AgeeEditing by: Matt Savagewww.unlearningnetwork.com

As hip-hop found its rhythm in the late 80s and early 90s, artists had to grapple with the scars of violence the drug war was causing within the community, using music videos like “Self Destruction” to hold each other accountable, and trying not to unravel in the face of what was happening in the streets. This is also when hip-hop began to expand outside of New York, to Los Angeles, where California's own policies and structures were shaping the rise of gangsta rap. These movements culminated in the so-called “golden age” of hip-hop, a time of maturing and sophistication in the music.  But along with that maturity came uncertainty from national leaders, and a new wave of commercialization that threatened to unravel this political artform.On this episode of “Street Disciples,” Trymaine Lee hears from: Daddy-O from the hip-hop group Stetsasonic, rapper and producer The D.O.C., Video Music Box's Ralph McDaniels, radio host Bobbito Garcia, writer Nelson George, and journalist Davey D.Note: this episode contains several instances of profanity. Follow and share the show on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, using the handle @intoamericapod.Thoughts? Feedback? Story ideas? Write to us at intoamerica@nbcuni.com.For a transcript, please visit our homepage.For More: Street Disciples: The Concrete JungleStreet Disciples: Broken Glass Everywhere

Hip Hop and Sports Entertainment at it's Finest!!!

As the holidays approach and schools close for the winter break, all week we are joined by authors of recently released children's books. Today, we speak with author Bobbito Garcia, a born and raised New Yorker, hip-hop radio host, filmmaker, and pickup basketball enthusiast. His book is called Aim High, Little Giant, Aim High!, which tells the story of 9 year old Taína, a Brooklyn kid who starts practicing basketball, and learns some valuable lessons along the way.

The podcast is back for Year 3, and so is music and sneaker legend Bobbito Garcia aka @KoolBobLove Host: Jon Ratner jratner@gmail.com @headzaintredee @sneakerdads Beats: Chili Banks

On this episode of Ruff Talk VR our hosts Dscruffles and Stratus interview Alannah Forman, the producer for Vinci Games, the team behind Blacktop Hoops VR! With an awesome demo already on the app lab store, this game is currently fundraising on Kickstarter with some sweet rewards! Aiming tor release next year, this game takes elements of street basketball games and bring them to VR! With single player, multiplayer, great physics, and fun artwork, this game is going to be a hit! Listen for all the fun!Blacktop Hoops VR Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/blacktop-hoops/blacktop-hoops-multiplayer-vr-basketball-for-the-metaverseIf you enjoy the podcast be sure to rate us 5 stars and subscribe! Maybe even become a podcast supporter and help us make the dream of full-time podcasting become a reality! Join our official subreddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/RuffTalkVR/Ruff Talk VR Discord: https://discord.gg/9JTdCccucSThis podcast was sponsored by Kiwi Design - the premier company for Oculus Quest accessories. Visit our affiliate link below to shop for your VR accessories including knuckle straps, lens protectors, head straps, link cables, and more while also supporting the podcast!Affiliate Link: https://www.kiwidesign.com/?ref=RuffTalkVRGet 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code RUFFTALKVR at MANSCAPED.com!Get 25% OFF @trueclassic with promo code RUFFTALKVR at https://trueclassictees.com/RuffTalkVR! #trueclassicpod*We are paid a commission through affiliate links to help support the podcast on the Kiwi links abovePodcast support link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rufftalkvrBlacktop Hoops VR Store Link: https://www.oculus.com/experiences/quest/4416817901687071/Store Description: Blacktop Hoops is a streetball-inspired multiplayer VR basketball game. Players can chain together flashy dribble tricks, shots, and high-flying dunks to finish off opponents around the globe in epic games of VR basketball. The game was designed to have the most realistic basketball mechanics ever built for virtual reality. Play against dynamic AI with mocap animations from some of the best pro streetballers and dunkers in the world. Ball out to an original 90s-inspired soundtrack with narration from legendary emcees Bobbito Garcia and WNBA legend Renee Montgomery. Unlock 30+ kicks from leading indie brands and shoe designers. Become the Greatest of All Time. Support the show

On Episode 09 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Chiene talks about her trip to Cuba with Bobbito Garcia and Full Court Peace. Later she shares how she first got into basketball in her hometown of New York and how she got into coaching and refereeing. Chiene then talks about "Grow Our Game" and the empowerment of girls in New York City through the game of basketball. The podcast ends with Chiene and Fernando sharing some thoughts on the WNBA season and the Brittney Griner situation. Book Recommendations: Chiene Joy Jones: "A Taste of Power" by Elaine Brown Fernando Cardenas: "Women's Liberation and the African Freedom Struggle" by Thomas Sankara Social Media: Chiene Joy Jones: Instagram: @chienejoy @growourgame Facebook: Grow Our Game Twitter: @growourgameny https://www.growourgame.org VITAL HOOPS: Instagram: @vitalhoopspodcast Facebook: @vitalhoopspodcast Twitter: @vitalhoopspod Contact us @vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com VITAL HOOPS is 4 The Kulture

If you were a hip-hop fan in the ‘90s, Stretch Armstrong & Bobbito Garcia had the ultimate and craziest college radio show to ever live. Before everyone had social media, Stretch and Bob were the go-to source for the next up-and-coming rap artist. Biggie, Jay-Z, Wu-Tang, Eminem, Big Pun, Big L, Mobb Deep—and, yes, even Nas—are just some of the unsigned names who rhymed on the air to the delight of rap fans lucky enough to be listening. Nas, Minya, Stretch and Bob had a blast reliving those wild hip-hop nights. Bobbito and Stretch even surprised Nas by reciting some of his old rhymes that never appeared on any album. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bobbito Garcia is a legendary Producer/DJ, Filmmaker, Radio/TV host, Author, Sneaker designer, Ballplayer, and so much more. His journey is spectacular and he just keeps growing. Listen to this inspiring conversation about the souls that open doors and spaces for him to thrive.

Are traditional teaching methods outdated?Can hip hop culture be leveraged in the classroom to increase student engagement?How does student trauma impact focus in the classroom?John Robinson is an entrepreneur, creator, label-runner, educator, and author.  John Robinson began his career in the mid '90s as Lil' Sci of Scienz of Life—a group with his brother ID 4 Windz and their late comrade Inspector Willabee. The group Scienz of Life caught the attention of Bobbito Garcia, co-host of the legendary Stretch Armstrong & Bobbito Show. Bobbito helped release the group's music through Fondle ‘Em Records. With a career that spans over 25, he has worked with several prominent artists, including the late MF DOOM, Blu, Emanon (Exile and Aloe Blacc), Ta'Raach, Wise Intelligent and C.L. Smooth. In addition to his career as an artist, John Robinson is also an educator. He co-wrote Youth Power Culture: A #HipHopEd Guide to Building Teacher-Student Relationships and Increasing Student Engagement with Dr. Jason Rawls, also known as producer J. RAWLS. His hands-on work in communities, classrooms and board rooms around the country, touch on all that he's learned in his career—specifically how the elements of hip-hop can be localized in the classroom and globally.Follow John Robinson on Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter): @JohnRobinsonMusicPurchase the book, Youth Culture Power: A #HipHopED Guide to Building Teacher-Student Relationships and Increasing Student Engagement (Hip-Hop Education)https://jayare.bandcamp.com/merch/youth-culture-power-autographed-bookPurchase Malik's First Job: Financial Principles for Teens:www.maliksfirstjob.comStart your own podcast with Buzzsprout https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1847701Follow Malik's First Job on Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) @MaliksFirstJob

In this episode we are joined by guest, Zuhirah Khaldun-Diarra an award winning global branding and communications specialist, with over 20 years of experience in the creation and execution of powerful and impactful marketing and communications initiatives and events. Before focusing on improving the world developing marketing and communications strategies for cause related organizations such as UNICEF USA and the National Urban League, Zuhirah began her career as a Hip Hop publicist representing Jay-Z, the Roots, De La Soul, Ludacris, Redman & Method Man, and Ja Rule among others at Geffen, Tommy Boy, and Island Def Jam Music Group. Zuhirah shares her experience booking Jay Z on his first ever Saturday Night Live appearance and balancing securing magazine covers for some of the top hip hop artists in the world. After forming her own agency Zuhirah worked with clients such as the Bronx Museum of the Arts' “One Planet Under A Groove: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art,” exhibit, Bobbito Garcia on his seminal sneaker book on St. Martin Press, “Where'd You Get Those: New York City Sneaker Culture 1960 – 1987, and Converse before she joined in-house as Brand Infusion Lead, helping to bring the American icon and home to the Chuck Taylor All Star sneaker back from bankruptcy and yield an investor return of 2400%. Developing the PR strategy and managing all entertainment marketing and product placement for Converse, Zuhirah produced media tours, influencer events and product placements with top celebrities such as Avril Lavigne, Pitbull, 50 Cent, Nas, Jay-Z, Lenny Kravitz, Snoop Dogg (facilitating his appearance for Footlocker's Times Square store Grand Opening on behalf of Converse), The Strokes, Erykah Badu, Kelis, Ludacris, and Eminem's “Anger Management Tour.” A native New Yorker, Zuhirah spent time growing up in Bermuda and currently resides in Hudson, New York. Zuhirah holds a master's in Cultural Analysis from the University of Amsterdam and graduated from Barnard College, Columbia University with a BA in Economics where she was music director of WBAR and co-host on WKCR. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sole-chronicles/message

Bobbito Garcia aka @koolboblove joins SneakerDads (part 2/2) to discuss the connection between basketball, sneakers and hip-hop. He also talks about Air Force Zeros, which rappers had a nice sneaker game, helping Raekwon with the track “Sneakers” from the album Immobilarity, the state of the sneaker game today, working with @stretcharmstrong, Instagram lives, and shares some great stories only Bobbito could tell. Host: Jon Ratner @headzaintredee jratner@gmail.com Beats: Chili Banks

Bobbito Garcia aka @koolboblove joins SneakerDads to talk about how many sneakers he really owns, what he wears, the origins of sneaker journalism, exposing his son to sneakers and music, parenting during the pandemic, stepsies, and much more. (Part 1 of 2) Host: Jon Ratner @headzaintredee jratner@gmail.com Beats: Chili Banks Photo: Imani Vidal

Spring has sprung, the NBA Playoffs approach, and the podcast where Basketball and Life are One is in full bloom as we welcome the widely revered cultural curator Bobbito Garcia,… The post Los Hermanos Del Baloncesto appeared first on PRESS.

The Complex Sneakers Podcast is co-hosted by Joe La Puma, Brendan Dunne and Matt Welty. This week they have Bobbito Garcia whose contribution to sneaker culture is undeniable. He gets into the history of the Air Force 1's, why he thinks the Jordan 1 is wack and what it was like owning the first sneaker boutique. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.