Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Holmgren

visit: https://www.ysguys.comY's Guys made history with its first-ever remote broadcast, live from the Redmond Farm Store in Orem for Redmond Night with Y's Guys. Dave McCann and Blaine Fowler welcomed a packed lineup of BYU athletes, coaches, and special guests, including Kevin Young, Bruce Branch III, Robert Wright III, Richie Saunders, Bear Bachmeier, Tiger Bachmeier, Todd Miller, Ben Barton, Spencer Steiner, and Michael Johanson.The show opened with Kevin Young and Bruce Branch III discussing Bruce's arrival at BYU, his experience playing for USA Basketball, and the role his mother, Constance, has played in shaping his defensive mindset and team-first approach. Kevin talked about recruiting high-character players, building a family-centered culture, and what makes Bruce different from past BYU stars like Egor Demin and AJ Dybantsa. Robert Wright III also joined briefly, with both Bruce and Robert expressing excitement about playing together this season.Richie Saunders stopped by to talk about his recovery, the NBA Draft, and his hope to return to the court this fall. Richie said the draft process has been exciting and emotional, and he expressed deep gratitude for his wife, Rachel, and Cougar Nation's support during his rehab.Bear Bachmeier and Tiger Bachmeier joined the show together to talk about summer workouts, team bonding, the upcoming season, Notre Dame coming to LaVell Edwards Stadium, the Arizona game, and their first Bear and Tiger Football Camp. Bear emphasized BYU's mission of Christlike service and giving back to kids, while Tiger shared his excitement about playing alongside his brother and potentially catching a touchdown from him this fall.Ben Barton was named the Redmond Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week after winning the NCAA decathlon national championship in Eugene, Oregon. Ben became BYU's first decathlon national champion since Tito Steiner in 1981, scoring a personal-best 8,169 points. Later in the show, Ben joined in person to describe the emotional finish, his wife Clara's sacrifices after the birth of their son William, and what it means to represent BYU and the Church as a national champion.New BYU men's golf head coach Todd Miller joined the show to discuss taking over for Bruce Brockbank, the legacy of BYU golf, and the future of the program. Todd talked about Kihei Akina's historic freshman season, the depth of the team, his father Johnny Miller's influence, and his excitement about building on BYU golf's recent success.The show also included campus notes on BYU track and field, football preseason honors, the Brendan Sorsby eligibility situation at Texas Tech, Michael Rucker's call-up with the Seattle Mariners, and BYU women's volleyball's upcoming schedule. Spencer Steiner from Redmond gave a “Hydration 101” lesson about electrolytes, salt, and why athletes need more than water to stay properly hydrated. Michael Johanson from the BYU Alumni Association closed the guest lineup with thoughts on BYU's Cougs Care service efforts and the growing connection between athletics, alumni, and service.Timestamps (approximate):00:00 — Redmond Night with Y's Guys begins in Orem01:32 — Bruce Branch III and Robert Wright III join the show04:38 — Kevin Young talks BYU basketball culture and Bruce Branch15:19 — Five Questions with Kevin Young and Bruce Branch19:59 — Ben Barton named Redmond Re-Lyte Athlete of the Week22:34 — Richie Saunders discusses the NBA Draft and his recovery28:49 — Bear and Tiger Bachmeier join the show32:43 — Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech, and Big 12 football talk38:53 — Bear and Tiger preview their football camp53:20 — BYU football, track and field, baseball, and volleyball notes1:02:18 — Todd Miller talks BYU golf and Kihei Akina1:24:55 — Ben Barton joins after winning the NCAA decathlon title1:41:35 — Spencer Steiner explains Redmond hydration and electrolytes1:48:56 — Michael Johanson on BYU Alumni service efforts1:54:19 — On This Day, Mike Holmgren quote, and show wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hour 4 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. Eric Spyropoulos, digital writer for NBA.com / Utah Jazz Sports Roulette: Thunder GM Sam Presti defends Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander NBA Finals Game 3

The NBA Finals are starting, we talk about the Spurs vs the Knicks, and Chet Holmgren's Ben Simmons-like breakdown. Then we talk about three players the Sixers could take at #22 in the NBA Draft.The Rights To Ricky Sanchez is presented by Draft KingsBecome a MortgageCS Ricky VIP at mortgagecs.com/rickyAnthony Degli Obizzi is the official Financial Planner of The Ricky, text RICKY to 484-471-4873 to set up a conversationGet 20% off any Body Bio order with the code in the podcast.Surfside Iced Tea and Vodka is the official canned cocktail of The Ricky

Did one bad Game 7 suddenly turn Chet Holmgren into a $240 million mistake?In this episode of On The Ball, Ric Bucher pushes back against the growing wave of criticism directed at Holmgren after the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder fell to the San Antonio Spurs in seven games. Ric explains why Holmgren's struggles were predictable, why comparing him to Victor Wembanyama misses the point, and why media calls for OKC to trade him reveal more about today's hot-take culture than Holmgren's future.Drawing on conversations with Mark Few and Larry Suggs while researching The Value of Being Coachable, Ric explains why Holmgren's track record suggests this playoff disappointment could become the foundation for future growth rather than evidence of failure.Time Stamps00:00 – Why the media reaction to Chet Holmgren feels more like bullying than analysis 02:35 – The dangerous rise of hot-take culture in NBA coverage 04:08 – Why Holmgren's disappointing Game 7 wasn't a surprise 05:05 – The difference between players who learn and players who repeat mistakes 06:20 – Why OKC's investment in Holmgren still makes sense 08:00 – Understanding Holmgren's role in the Thunder offense 10:00 – Why Sam Presti isn't panicking 10:35 – The childhood story that explains who Chet Holmgren really is 12:25 – Why trade proposals involving Holmgren are absurd 13:20 – The hidden challenge of defending an NBA championship 14:40 – Great players who suffered playoff failures before breaking through 17:05 – Why Holmgren isn't built to be a volume scorer 19:40 – The Victor Wembanyama factor nobody is discussing 21:30 – What Holmgren's future really looks like after this setback#NBA #ChetHolmgren #Thunder #OKCThunder #VictorWembanyama #Spurs #NBAPlayoffs #SamPresti #ShaiGilgeousAlexander #OnTheBall #RicBucher #UnitedWeCastSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seth and Sean dive into what Stroud, Anderson and Collins had to say about their contracts, what Nick Caserio said about them, if the Monken-Culley comparison is off-base, and if the Rockets trading Alperen Şengün for Chet Holmgren would pique their interest.

Seth and Sean assess Zach Lowe's idea of an Alperen Şengün for Chet Holmgren trade.

Pat Boyle explains why the Oklahoma City Thunder and Sam Presti should not overreact this offseason by trading Chet Holmgren for Giannis Antetokounmpo, following the young big man's disappointing effort against the Spurs.

Rob and Kelvin tell us if the Oklahoma City Thunder losing in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals was actually good for the NBA, discuss whether OKC should look to move on from All-NBA big man Chet Holmgren after his no-show against Victor Wembanyama, and explain why the addition of AJ Brown will tell us right away if Drake Maye’s breakout season was for real or fugazi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Tuesday. Munaf Manji and Uncle Diamond Dave Essler are back on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed for a stacked Tuesday edition of Cash That Ticket, opening the show with a clean Monday sweep before diving into what may have been the single most active day in NFL offseason history. The guys run the numbers first: May closed at 17-16-2 and down 1.77 units, a modest dip by the pod's own high standards, but the cumulative record now sits at 96-68-2 and plus 21.77 units since launch, with three-star plays running at an 8-2 clip, and Monday's sweep only added to the momentum heading into June. From there, the conversation shifts to the Myles Garrett trade, with Cleveland sending the two-time Defensive Player of the Year and all-time single-season sack record holder to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for Jared Verse, a 2027 first-round pick, a 2028 second-round pick, and a 2029 third-round pick. Munaf walks through a full market breakdown, noting the Rams moved to 6-to-1 favorites at DraftKings, with their NFC odds shifting from plus-390 to plus-310 and their NFC West line dropping from plus-140 to plus-105. Dave offers the more measured take, calling it a fair deal for both franchises while pointing to the AFC North adjustment as the more actionable angle for bettors, since the Rams were already favorites and the division rivals who no longer face Garrett every year are the ones who quietly got better. The second trade brings AJ Brown from Philadelphia to New England in exchange for a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick, reuniting Brown with head coach Mike Vrabel after a well-documented split from the Eagles, and giving Drake Maye a legitimate downfield threat in New England. Dave, a Patriots fan, acknowledges the upgrade while tempering Super Bowl expectations given a difficult 2026 schedule. The main event of the episode is the full NBA Finals series preview ahead of Wednesday's Game 1 tip in San Antonio, where the Spurs enter as minus-205 favorites but the Knicks arrive on an 11-game winning streak with eight days of rest and a road record in the playoffs that no team has matched, six wins all by double digits. Dave goes Knicks in Game 1 at plus four and a half, highlighting the rest edge and wondering aloud whether the Spurs left their best collective effort in the OKC series, while also crediting the Towns-Wembanyama matchup as a more complicated problem for San Antonio than the Holmgren dynamic in the conference finals. Munaf takes the Knicks to win the series outright at plus-170, citing the collective offense, the defensive versatility of players like Anunoby, Bridges, and Hart, and a road dominance that has been consistent and convincing. Both hosts flag OG Anunoby at 40-to-1 and Towns at 20-to-1 for Finals MVP as market signals that the Knicks are being underpriced. The back half of the show covers the full Tuesday MLB card, with looks at Tigers-Rays, Padres-Phillies, Orioles-Red Sox, Guardians-Yankees, Blue Jays-Braves, Giants-Brewers, and Rangers-Cardinals, plus quick angles on the Dodgers-Diamondbacks, Royals-Reds, and Rockies-Angels. Best bets to close: Dave plays the Cubs team total over three and a half with Jameson Taillon facing Athletics rookie Gage Jump in just his second career start, Munaf backs the Giants-Brewers under four in the first five innings with Trevor McDonald and Kyle Harrison both lined up to pitch efficiently after Monday's 16-run blowout, and Dave adds the Royals as a live plus-105 underdog against Andrew Abbott and the Reds as a sharp bonus look. Use promo code NERD50 at pregame.com to get $50 off the Sports Nerd All Access to All-Star Break package and lock in every pick in every sport through mid-July for just $199. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

D-Lo & KC wrap up their conversation with James Ham, share some words on the passing of Kings legend Rick Adelman and then talk Thunder.

Seth and Sean react to all the shade being thrown at OKC's Chet Holmgren on the heels of him disappearing in the Western Conference Finals and his team subsequently being eliminated.

Seth and Sean react to and assess what Mike Renner, JP Acosta, Tone Digs and Chris Simms had to say about the Texans' offseason, do an entire mini PettyCast to hear the shade thrown at Chet Holmgren, see what the people think the Texans should do with some new cap space after restructuring Nico's deal, and see what the question of the day is with Reggie and Lopez.

Brandon Scott takes a look back at Alperen Sengun's second straight All-Star season for the Houston Rockets, but first breaks down Zach Lowe's Sengun-for-Chet trade idea.Support the show

DJ & PK deabted if the Utah Jazz should be concerned about the second overall pick in the NBA Draft as the history of the pick isn't stellar.

Chris Russell breaks down the hypothetical scenario of Chet Holmgren being traded to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Anthony Davis, arguing why the move could at least be framed as logical from a roster-building standpoint. He points to Davis' well-documented lack of long-term commitment to Washington as a potential factor in any high-level negotiation, while also highlighting the broader talent disparity between the Eastern and Western Conferences - particularly at the center position, where elite depth often tilts competitive balance. Russell further evaluates Holmgren's overall trajectory, noting that outside of his most recent playoff stretch, his development profile, versatility, and defensive upside make him an intriguing long-term piece for a rebuilding team like Washington, even if the short-term optics of the deal would be highly debated.

The final hour opens with Chris Russell breaking down a hypothetical blockbuster trade scenario sending Chet Holmgren to the Wizards in exchange for Anthony Davis, exploring why the move could make sense for both sides from a roster construction and timeline perspective. The conversation then shifts to the NHL, where Chris examines the ongoing controversy surrounding Golden Knights goalie Carter Hart and the questions it raises about his situation and the broader league response. The hour wraps with insight from David Blough on Titans tight end Chig Okonkwo, as the discussion highlights his development, offensive role, and what makes him an increasingly important piece in Tennessee's passing game.

This episode features an in-depth discussion on Game 7 of the Spurs-Thunder series, the unprecedented playoff run of Victor Wembanyama and San Antonio Spurs, what's next for the OKC Thunder, a preview of the Spurs-Knicks NBA finals and much more Chapters00:00 Introduction and Context01:08 San Antonio Spurs' Unprecedented Journey07:57 Impact of Youth and Inexperience14:36 Victor Wembanyama vs. Chet Holmgren21:12 Oklahoma City's Future and Decisions28:39 Finals Preview: Spurs vs. Knicks35:13 Defensive Matchups and Challenges38:22 Victor's Performance and Conditioning41:12 Coaching Strategies and Experience42:04 Excitement for the Finals42:39 NFL Trades and Team Dynamics45:13 AFC vs NFC: Quarterbacks and Teams47:37 AJ Brown Trade and Philadelphia's Future49:42 Nick Sirianni's Coaching Challenges52:36 Jalen Hurts: Potential and Pressure

Bomani Jones reacts to Spurs vs. Thunder Game 7 and explains why Victor Wembanyama is turning neutral fans into Spurs fans. On this episode of The Right Time, Bo breaks down Wemby vs. Chet Holmgren, what made the San Antonio Spurs so compelling, and why the Oklahoma City Thunder are still better than a lot of people want to admit. Then Bomani dives into the NBA's new draft lottery reform and what it means for tanking, team-building, and why the league is trying to stop late-season embarrassment. After that, Bo gets into the New York Giants drama surrounding Jackson Dart, Abdul Carter, Donald Trump, and Jameis Winston's completely chaotic comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason declares the Indiana Fever organization has undermined its franchise superstar, Caitlin Clark. After the 2024 season, Indiana changed its front office and coaching staff. From that point until today, the changes seemed to personify the old adage “fitting a square peg in a round hole.” Saturday night, Fever Coach Stephanie White and Caitlin Clark having an explosive exchange during a time-out on the bench set social media on fire. Also, Jason contends that we as Americans should be cheering the New York Knicks and Jalen Brunson over Victor Wembanyama. Steve Kim, Jay Skapinac, and Dre Baldwin join Jason to discuss the NBA Finals, Chet Holmgren disappearing, the ongoing Jaxson Dart/Abdul Carter political kerfuffle, and Shedeur Sanders banking stacks for endorsement deals. ​​Today's Sponsors: Patriot Mobile Patriot Mobile isn't just a wireless provider. Switching is easier than ever—activate in minutes. Keep your number, keep your phone, or upgrade. Take a stand today. Go to https://PatriotMobile.com/FEARLESS or call 972-PATRIOT and use promo code FEARLESS for a FREE MONTH of service! ➢ Follow Our GUESTS https://www.youtube.com/@DreAllDay https://www.youtube.com/@skap_attack https://x.com/SteveKim323 ➢ Subscribe to Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/JasonWhitlock?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockClips?sub_confirmation=1 ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/JasonWhitlock  https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Kostos rips Chet Holmgren for his miserable Game 7 performance against Victor Wembanayama.

The Action Network's Matt Moore joins the show to discuss Spurs vs. Thunder, Chet Holmgren's performance, and the NBA Draft!

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the fallout from the Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 7 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals, including: why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is unlikely to ever win another NBA MVP award, whether OKC can count on Chet Holmgren moving forward as they try to navigate a Western Conference playoff race featuring Victor Wembanyama, why the emergence of Cason Wallace could lead to guys like Lu Dort and Aaron Wiggins getting traded, how the NBA's dreaded 2nd Apron could derail the Thunder's 'dynasty' before it ever really started, whether disgruntled superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is a realistic trade option for the Thunder, and much more! #OddCouple Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 3 of the show, Ben Maller talks about how the Thunder could possibly have a Chet Holmgren problem in OKC. Plus, Ben goes over the NBA Finals matchup between the Spurs and the Knicks, the lesson from Shedeur Sanders making 17.7 million in merch sales, we play Insta-Advice Line, and more!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Sports Daily covers Game 7 of OKC/Spurs, what was the difference, does OKC blow their team up, what in the world happened to Chet Holmgren, and plenty of stats and info about the game and series. Music written by Bill Conti & Allee Willis (Casablanca Records/Universal Music Group)  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(1) It's decision time for the Oklahoma City Thunder. What to do with Holmgren? (2) Jason Smith asks...can the Knicks pull an upset in the Finals?

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Holmgren was a no-show in Game 7 against the Spurs, and may be dealt to free up some cap space

6/1/26 - Whoa Canada, Is Chet Holmgren a cautionary tale? What killed the Tigers' season? Are these comments about Bryce Underwood something or nothing?

We continue or discussion about Chet Holmgren's future in Oklahoma City

7:00 HOUR: Is Chet Holmgren a cautionary tale? What killed the Tigers' season?

start Weekend shenanigansTrolley NightOuri spotUS Figuring Skating National Tour00:10:00 Spurs advance to NBA FinalsSGA's impressive Game 7Wembanyama arrivesChet Holmgren's strugglesWhat do the Thunder do next?00:48:00 Gary ParrishWemby's impressive seasonWhat should the Thunder do now?Chet does not compare to Wemby01:16:00 HOT MESS EXPRESSCaitlin Clark and Stephanie Clark dust upSoftball dramaMariners fans are anti Thunder

Hughley: "STOP Comparing Stroud's Tough Postseason to Chet Holmgren's!"; + The NBA Finals are SET! Knicks. Spurs. For it ALL + Weekend's Best, Weekend's Worst-According to THE DRIVE!

Don't compare Stroud and Chet's playoff performances! -Says Ron THE SHOW Hughley..

Could the Chicago Bulls make a blockbuster move for Chet Holmgren if the Oklahoma City Thunder ever made him available? Haize breaks down the full Facts or Cap debate on whether trading for Chet makes sense for the Bulls' rebuild, how he would fit next to Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis, and Coby White, and why his elite rim protection, shooting, and age timeline could completely change Chicago's future.But there's a major catch: the cost.Would the Bulls be willing to include Matas Buzelis? Would multiple first-round picks be too much? And with Chet's future max contract looming, would Chicago be putting itself in a dangerous salary-cap situation before the roster is ready to contend?Haize also reacts to Kevin Young entering the Bulls head coaching search, why the BYU head coach's NBA background makes him a very serious candidate, and what his player development resume could mean for a Bulls team expected to add multiple young pieces this offseason.Plus, voicemails hit on Lu Dort's possible fit in Chicago, whether the Bulls should wait until after the draft before targeting win-now veterans, and why players like Brayden Burries or Yaxel Lendeborg falling to No. 15 could be an absolute steal.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Chet going MIA in Game 7, Spurs and Knicks Finals rematch, Cam Boozer possible #1 pick, Suns beat the Sparks and Haley Van Lith signs with Suns development roster Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 0:00 - A bettor flipped $2500 into 1.7m today after the Spurs won Game 722:26 - Analytics guys in every office have Cameron Boozer as the number 1 draft pick34:02 - Suns beat Sparks38:54 - Haley Van Lith signs with Suns’ developmental roster58:39 - Q & Aaayyy (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elias and Fuad are back for another edition of 3 in the Key! The fellas discuss the rise of Wemby and the Spurs as they head to their first NBA Finals since 2014. The guys also dive into the possibilities OKC can take to improve their team heading into next season. 

The NBA Finals matchup is officially set, and Bubba Dub has A LOT to say about it!

Enjoy episode 39. Markus is playing hooky, so Chris and Mike Holmgren ramble on about woodturning and what they have been working on lately. Chris is working on getting his shop dialed in and recently turned a massive Monkey Puzzle bowl. Mike is a 3D printing madman and has been turning his ash off…Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-woodturners-journey/id1727042194Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6a8YdbJZfBt4NVqcQTI0UT?si=4DUOBk6ZStWe4O4sUFk7RgRSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/65a70f72224eec0017895999 Please email us at: AWoodturnersJourney@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram at: www.instagram.com/awoodturnersjourneyChris - www.instagram.com/hiramwoodworking & www.instagram.com/whatwoodyouturnMarkus - www.instagram.com/redchairwoodworksMike - https://bodiedesigns.shop/ USE CODE “PODCAST” FOR 15% OFF ORDERS OVER $50 & https://www.instagram.com/bodiedesignswwGO SEE MARKUS AS MORIARTY: https://coastertheatre.com/shows/ken-ludwigs-moriarty/Please subscribe, listen to the episode, and let us know what you think with a comment or a 5-star review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt la Fleur contemplating a roster without Josh Jacobs? Jordan Love ready to turn a corner? Who steps up in the absense of Micah Parsons? Kieran caught up with former Green Bay Packer and Pro Bowl Offensive Lineman Mike Wahle to talk about his incredible journey to the league, getting a nudge from Bill Belichick's Dad, holding out on Mike Holmgren, and a Packers team that's loaded with offensive talent but has questions to answer on special teams and defense. Our friends at QuinnBet have great odds on the GAA Championships, amazing Acca Bonuses, Acca Insurance & many other daily specials. Find out more at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.quinnbet.com/uk/sports/specials⁠⁠⁠⁠. Remember it's 18+ T&Cs Apply - Always Gamble Responsibly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Menschwarmers received an anonymous tip last year that a rising star in the NBA has Jewish heritage. We dug into it, and are the first to report that it is true: basketball star Chet Holmgren is ethnically Jewish. Holmgren, the seven-foot centre for the reigning league champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, comes from a long line of deeply involved Jewish community members in Minneapolis, by way of his mother, Sarah Harris. Her father is Ray Harris, a prominent and respected developer who passed away in 2025; his celebration of life was held at Temple Israel Minneapolis, a Reform synagogue. (Ray's father—Holmgren's great-grandfather—was Leo Harris, a Polish Jewish immigrant who arrived in 1870 and wound up founding a company that dredged the Mississippi River locks.) Ray Harris's delightfully quirky obituary mentions his daughter Sarah and grandson Chet. Ray Harris's late wife, Alta Harris—Chet's maternal grandmother—passed in 2019, and her obituary also directs donations to Temple Israel. In case there was any doubt that the whole Harris clan is Jewish, Chet's maternal uncle Dan Harris (brother of Sarah, son of Ray and Alta) also explicitly calls himself Jewish in a travel blog from 2016. So there is no doubt that Chet Holmgren is ethnically, halachically Jewish. Whether or not he considers himself a member of the tribe is another question. Currently playing in the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, the 24-year-old is coming off a breakout season, in which he was named an All Star, Third Team All-NBA and First Team All-Defense—all for the first time in his young career. Having helped the Thunder win the championship title last year, Holmgren has found himself under an enormous spotlight fairly quickly. Being openly Jewish, or even discussing his Jewish heritage, could invite hateful backlash. Holmgren got a taste of this last summer when a video emerged online of him working out at the gym of Shalhevet High School, an Orthodox Jewish school in Los Angeles, where many NBA stars like to practice, due to its high security and premium hardwood courts. (Jayson Tatum, Joel Embiid and James Harden have all worked out there.) In the video, Holmgren is seen shooting hoops with some Israeli flags in the background, leading to an onslaught of online insults, assumptions about his political leanings, and the epithet "Chetanyahu". The CJN reached out to the Oklahoma City Thunder multiple times, but never received a response. Given's Holmgren's immense success, the Menschwarmers felt it appropriate to celebrate Holmgren's heritage, and bring some Jewish joy to fellow Jewish NBA fans watching OKC's possible road to a repeat championship. In this episode, they break down what they learned about his family tree, discuss why it's understandable that he prefers to avoid the subject—and express hope that he will embrace it publicly. Credits Hosts: James Hirsh and Gabe Pulver Producer: Michael Fraiman Music: Coby Lipovitch (intro), chēēZ π (main theme, " Organ Grinder Swing ") Support The CJN Follow the podcast on Twitter @menschwarmers Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to Menschwarmers (Not sure how? Click here )

Send us Fan MailWe size up Spurs vs Thunder with Game 6 on the line, focusing on what has to change for San Antonio to force a Game 7 and what OKC must repeat to close. We lay out the X-factors, the injury context, and the effort stats that decide tight playoff games. • Wembanyama needing 30-plus points to put the Spurs in control • De'Aaron Fox needing to score with pace and leverage the pick-and-roll • Secondary Spurs scoring from Barnes or Keldon Johnson • Thunder availability questions around Jalen Williams and AJ Mitchell • SGA's workload and late-game steadiness if OKC is short-handed • Holmgren and Hartenstein rebounding and rim protection as the counter to size • Spurs needing to win hustle battles and stop OKC runs • What a close Game 6 means for a potential Game 7 psyche please make sure to hit that like and subscribe button. Comment on anyone who's anyone about the show. please make sure to like, subscribe, comment, tell anyone who's anyone about the show Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!

Get your tickets for the Plant Cunning Conference here: Plant Cunning Conference – In-Person in New York – July 24-26, 2026Today on the show, Isaac & AC welcome David Holmgren, co-originator of the Permaculture concept.In this episode, David describes life at Melliodora in Central Victoria with three semi-autonomous households sharing work and produce, and recounts how he came to the “plant path” through plant ID, foraging, and early research for Permaculture One. He tells the story of meeting Bill Mollison in 1974 and how the idea of agriculture functioning like a forest became a seed of permaculture, while reflecting on Mollison's charisma and difficulty. The conversation explores holistic thinking versus reductionism, DIY self-reliance, cycles of skill loss and renewal, COVID's impact on interest in permaculture and RetroSuburbia, “enlightened self-interest,” energy descent and relocalization, household-scale resilience including health capacity, and where to find Holmgren's essays and websites.02:11 Meet David Holmgren03:47 Finding the Plant Path06:04 Chance Meeting with Bill Mollison08:15 Permaculture Seed Idea12:12 Working with a Charismatic Genius15:31 Patterns vs Practice21:13 DIY Skills and Tasmania Culture24:27 Cycles of Self Reliance28:17 COVID and RetroSuburbia Spike30:07 Enlightened Self Interest Explained37:29 Humans as Keystone Species38:26 Hierarchy and Elite Corruption40:35 Predators and Power41:25 Fossil Fuel Hierarchy42:42 Globalists vs Sovereigntists44:11 Household Resilience Basics45:35 Health as Weak Link47:44 Bigger Households Work52:17 Household Beats Consensus55:23 Food Growing Mindset59:09 Jack of all trades, Master of One01:03:06 Why Intentional Communities Fail01:06:49 Brown Tech Uncertainty01:08:32 Tower of Babel Reality01:12:35 Long Descent Balance01:16:29 Essays and Resources01:19:30 Final Thanks and Wrap

0:00 ... Ross Geiger says hello and introduces co-hosts Bruce Bernstein and Michael "World B" Freer.  Show #250 is dedicated to Trey Jemison of the Knicks, who wears #50 for the newly crowned NBA Eastern Conference Champs. 1:07 ... Knicks fan World B shares his thoughts on his team making the Finals after a 26 season drought. 2:10 ... World B had predicted the Knicks to make the Finals in his preseason picks and his aim was true! 3:39 ... Ross tees up a discussion on how the Knicks have grown so much as a team. 4:24 ... Bruce is happiest for Knicks head coach Mike Brown who has led the team to record breaking performances in the playoffs.  And they didn't really want to hire him to replace Tom Thibodeau prior to the season but all the other coaches they wanted to interview were not given permission from their teams to speak to New York about the job.   So Brown was hired by default and it was a move that has succeeded wildly. 6:16 ... World B gives Brown credit for retooling the Knicks' offensive system and he reels off the numbers that prove it. 8:47 ... Ross wonders whether the Knicks upcoming layoff (as they wait for their Finals opponent) will kill their great momentum?  Both Bruce and World B feel like the Knicks are sitting pretty.  Ross is concerned how they'll handle any offensive dry spells against the Spurs and Thunder. 13:49 ... If the Spurs beat OKC and play New York in the Finals, Bruce feels like the Knicks will use Karl Anthony-Towns to draw Victor Wembanyama away from the hoop on defense which could allow New York to operate successfully closer to the hoop. 14:48 ... Bruce marvels at how Wemby guards the entire opposing team and how God must be a Spurs fan with Wemby succeeding Tim Duncan and David Robinson as the latest generational big man in San Antonio. 16:37 ... World B reacts to the Spurs big win in game 4 with Wemby leading the way once again. 18:09 ... Bruce points out how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has struggled offensively against the Spurs and with two key teammates like Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell battling health issues, the Spurs will continue to "throw the kitchen sink" at SGA if they miss more action.  The result will be to wear SGA down and that will mean big trouble for OKC.  Ross adds some perspective to the OKC offensive struggles. 20:11 ... World B explains how the return of De'Aaron Fox has been really important as far as the offense running smoothly.  Ross feels like game 5 is a "must win" game for the Thunder. 22:40 ... Bruce points out that all the NBA awards have been announced except for Coach of the Year and he hopes his preseason prediction of Mitch Johnson winning the award might come true with a trophy presentation prior to game 6 in San Antonio. 24:09 ... The All-NBA Teams were announced over the weekend and the crew does a lightning round commenting on all the members of the first team.  Cade Cunningham, SGA, Nikola Jokic, Wemby, and Luka Doncic make up the first team.  Bruce has a big issue with one of the first teamers. 29:31 ... The All NBA Second team consists of Jaylen Brown, Jalen Brunson, Donovan Mitchell, Kevin Durant, and Kawhi Leonard.  The guys wondered if aging Kawhi Leonard can have another All-NBA season at age 34 after this season's great performance. 36:53 ... The All-NBA third team consists of Tyrese Maxey, Jalen Johnson, Jamal Murray, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Duren.  Duren making the third team could really affect his contract negotiations with the Pistons due to the honor making him eligible for a Super Max contract worth $48 million more than he would have qualified for had he not been honored as an All-NBA performer. 45:16 ... We examine the All Defensive teams for the season.  The first teamers are Wemby, Holmgren, Ausar Thompson, Derrick White, and Rudy Gobert.  Bruce has a summer assigmnent for Thompson. 49:29 ... The second teamers are Scottie Barnes, Cason Wallace, Bam Adebayo, OG Anunoby, and Dyson Daniels. 52:39 ... Final Thoughts: Bruce on how Wemby's main "superpower" cannot be measured by analytics.  World B on how the Orlando Magic's search for a new coach is still wide open with many potential great candidates in the mix.  Ross closes with his thoughts on two former NBA players facing off in an MMA match in Las Vegas over the weekend. 56:56 ... Ross wraps it up and says goodbye. TRT 57:13           Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Garry Galley (1:37) joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert ahead of his call of Game 4 of the Western Conference Final to discuss how Vegas has gotten to this point, how John Tortorella has impacted their playoff success thus far, the goaltending issues for Colorado and the success of Carter Hart, whether Mitch Marner is playing the best hockey of his career, and much more. Then, NBA TV's Mo Dakhil joins the show (28:50) to tee up Game 5 between the Spurs and Thunder. They discuss how Wemby has continued to evolve, what the Thunder need from Holmgren, and much more. They end things off discussing their latest FPG Conn Smythe updates! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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The guys think the might have found a cheat to deal with the cheat code that is Wemby. Taylor has another rule from soccer that he wants to bring to American sports. When Izzy steps out, the guys take the opportunity to talk NFL QB's.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3:This episode is a must-listen for any sports fan, as Murph and Markus dive into the world of basketball, baseball, and more. From the thrilling performance of Victor Wembanyama to the surprising trade of Patrick Bailey, this episode has it all. In this episode, Murph and Markus discuss the Western Conference Finals, where Victor Wembinyama's historic performance stole the show. They also talk about the beef between Wembayama and Chet, which dates back to the 2021 FIBA Under-19 World Cup. The guys also share their thoughts on the NBA's ABS system and how it's changing the game. Additionally, they discuss the Diamondbacks' surprising start to the season and the Giants' struggles to find their footing. Murph and Markus also share some personal stories, including a hilarious anecdote about a fan's meltdown at Disneyland. The guys also pay tribute to the legendary Bob Brenley, who joins them for a chat about the Diamondbacks' season and the state of the National League West. If you're a sports fan looking for a dose of humor, insight, and expert analysis, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Murph and Marcus break down the latest news and trends in the world of sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3:This episode is a must-listen for any sports fan, as Murph and Markus dive into the world of basketball, baseball, and more. From the thrilling performance of Victor Wembanyama to the surprising trade of Patrick Bailey, this episode has it all. In this episode, Murph and Markus discuss the Western Conference Finals, where Victor Wembinyama's historic performance stole the show. They also talk about the beef between Wembayama and Chet, which dates back to the 2021 FIBA Under-19 World Cup. The guys also share their thoughts on the NBA's ABS system and how it's changing the game. Additionally, they discuss the Diamondbacks' surprising start to the season and the Giants' struggles to find their footing. Murph and Markus also share some personal stories, including a hilarious anecdote about a fan's meltdown at Disneyland. The guys also pay tribute to the legendary Bob Brenley, who joins them for a chat about the Diamondbacks' season and the state of the National League West. If you're a sports fan looking for a dose of humor, insight, and expert analysis, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Murph and Marcus break down the latest news and trends in the world of sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Timeout with Dwyane Wade, Dwyane and Bob welcome Udonis Haslem to break down the playoffs. UD comes in with two stories that say everything about his championship mindset, playing through a broken finger in 2012 and snatching Jeremy Lin’s shoe out of Dwyane’s hand mid-game because he was “seeing red.” On the East, they focus on how Cleveland will try to wear down Jalen Brunson, the paint battle between Mobley, Allen, KAT, and Mitchell Robinson, and give Donovan Mitchell his flowers for bouncing back in Game 7. Out West, Dwyane says Wembanyama has no weaknesses on either end while UD breaks down why OKC’s trio of Holmgren, Jaylin Williams, and Hartenstein are built to handle him. They also debate Anthony Edwards walking off with eight minutes left and praise SGA’s back to back MVPs. Music Credit: Khari Mateen.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ What We Discussed: 00:00 Introduction 01:10 Unbreakable Bond And Post-Retirement Collaboration 03:23 Knicks’ “Final Or Bust” Expectations 06:35 The Rest Vs Rust Debate In The Playoffs 09:16 Playing Through Pain: UD’s Broken Finger Story 10:57 Donovan Mitchell & The Cavaliers’ Game 7 Response 15:04 Transitioning To Media And Handling Player Reactions 19:15 Knicks Vs Cavaliers Matchup Breakdown 25:25 The Role Players & X Factor 30:10 Praising SGA’s Back To Back MVPs 35:31 The Wemby Effect On The Timberwolves 37:31 Debating Anthony Edwards Walking Off & The Jeremy Lin Shoe Story 44:14 Wemby Vs Chet & The Spurs Vs Thunder Matchup 52:42 Championship Desires & The Pain Of Winning 58:17 Dealing With Knicks Fans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson, Iso Joe Johnson and Antione Walker react to the Ant Man’s return in Timberwolves win over Spurs, Knicks take Game 1 over Sixers and Chet Holmgren calls Rui Hachimura the Japanese MJ Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NIGHTCAP 2:21 - Wolves beat Spurs31:55 - Knicks beat 76ers 54:40 - Chet Holmgren calls Rui Hachimura the Japanese MJ (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.