Podcasts about Kobe Bryant

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“If you are questioning what I'm doing, then why not get it from the source?” When you've consistently done the work to be one of the best, it's not just the on court respect and praise that is earned, it's how your voice resonates beyond the game and no better example of this than Kevin Durant. In this powerful and candid conversation, NBA superstar Kevin Durant sits down with Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder, and Fred Taylor to open up like never before. From his early days in Prince George's County to becoming one of the most dynamic scorers in NBA history, KD reflects on his journey through every team he's played for — the Thunder, Warriors, Nets, and Suns — and what each chapter taught him about loyalty, leadership, and growth. He opens up about overcoming devastating injuries, finding balance off the court, and the evolution of his mindset through success, criticism, and reinvention. He doesn't shy away from the questions surrounding his choices, his direct demeanor on social media and describes how he sees his iconic career vs. how it's viewed by the world. Revealing the darkness he experienced from his injuries to rediscovering the light from his time away from the game, KD's love and appreciation for the camaraderie, the intense competition and the high demands of the sport. He shares how special Olympic moments have been, how winning a championship doesn't define his legacy and lets us in on his bond with players around the NBA, especially Anthony Edwards, who he sees a lot of himself in and compares their relationship to a similar one he shared with the late Kobe Bryant. Durant also talks deeply about family, sharing heartfelt stories about the impact of his mother, Wanda, and his relationship with his father, Wayne, and how thier love and lessons shaped the man he is today. The conversation turns to business and life beyond basketball — from his ventures in media and tech with Boardroom to his vision for empowering the next generation of athletes and creators. And of course, KD keeps it real about being a lifelong Washington Commanders fan — the highs, lows, and that unwavering DMV pride. It's vintage Durant: honest, thoughtful, competitive, and always evolving. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button, like and comment- we love hearing from you Pivot family! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alan Stein Jr is an internationally renowned corporate keynote speaker and performance coach who spent ore than fifteen years working with some of the highest performing athletes on the planet including NBA superstars Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry, and Kobe Bryant. He delivers a powerful, high-energy message from the stage, and his client list includes many of the most recognized brands in the world such as Pepsi, Charles Schwab, American Express, Spotify, and Starbucks.Download my FREE Coaching Beyond the Scoreboard E-book www.djhillier.com/coach Download my FREE 60 minute Mindset Masterclass at www.djhillier.com/masterclassDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: www.djhillier.com/40booksSubscribe to our NEW YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetAdvantagePurchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdFollow me on Instagram: @deejayhillierConnect with me on my website: www.djhillier.com

Notes and Links to Shea Serrano's Work         Shea Serrano is an American author, journalist, humorist, and former teacher. He is best known for his work with the sports and pop culture websites, The Ringer and Grantland, as well as his books, including The Rap Year Book, Basketball and Movies, all of which were The New York Times best-sellers. Buy Expensive Basketball   Shea Serrano's Wikipedia Page   Expensive Basketball Review and Interview for San Antonio Express   At about 2:00, Shea notes his accomplishments involving having multiple bestsellers as a Mexican-American writer At about 3:30, Pete remarks on the intensive research process that Shea undertook for this book and notes a possible “typo” At about 5:15, Shea responds to Pete's question about which writers inspired him as a kid, and Shea transitions into talking about writing as an untapped career  At about 6:30, Shea gives background on how Chuck Klosterman's work amazed him and inspired him to become a writer, as well as how Bill Simmons' work proved aspirational for Shea At about 8:45, Shea responds to Pete's question about what texts his middle-school students enjoyed, and he details some interesting lessons and points and connections he would teach, and Pete is surprised to learn that Shea taught science At about 10:40, Shea makes an interesting point about why he decided to teach science At about 11:35, Shea highlights his journey in knowing and working with Bill Simmons At about 13:35, Shea expands on the definition of the book's title, Expensive Basketball At about 16:00, Shea details the chapter in the book about Tim Duncan At about 18:20, Shea talks about his chapter on Kobe Bryant and being “overcome with emotion” during Kobe's last game At about 22:10, more about “Timmy” and all that could have been with the 2010s Oklahoma Thunder At about 23:20, Shea expands on “the coolest basketball player in the world” in Allen Iverson At about 26:05, Pete wonders about Sue Bird's staying power, and Shea expands upon being drawn to the WNBA through the dynamic 2018 Playoffs At about 28:25, Pete and Shea discuss different types of trash talk and trash talk preferences At about 30:00, Shea waxes poetic about the “before” and “after” for Ajá Wilson   At about 34:45, the two discuss why and why not for Vince Carter's dunk on Frederic Weis as the greatest dunk ever At about 36:05, Shea names his best dunk of all-time At about 36:40, Pete highlights a great dunk from Michael Jordan At about 37:30, the two stan Reggie Miller-both as a broadcaster and a player At about 40:00, Steph Curry's “beautiful” shot is discussed, as well as his possible sunset as a beautiful player At about 41:30, Shea traces the incredible ending of the 2024 Olympics Basketball gold medal game and Curry's   At about 43:35, Shea discusses the pain and pleasure of the book's “Grail and Ghost Stories”  At about 44:35, Pete highlights the “Miscellaneous” chapter in the book, and Pete and Shea lament the horrors of Robert Horry's dagger  At about 46:55, Pete complains about Jason Williams, despite his  At about 47:45, Shea responds to Pete's questions about how to properly write about Shaq and his dominance, highlighting the ways in which even the greats talked about their awe of Shaq At about 51:25, The two discuss connections between the 1993 Charlotte Hornets and Steve Urkel, as well as the chapter about this team and its resonance  At about 54:00, The two reflect on the singlemindness of the greatest of the great At about 55:10, Pete hits Shea with some rapid-fire questions, and Shea responds with the “0.4 Seconds Game,” Derek Fisher hate, a controversial take on Drake's “Forever,” “off-the-wall bars,” the best concerts he's ever been to, and “Remember[ing] Some Guys”      You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. His conversation with Hannah Pittard, a recent guest, is up at Chicago Review.     Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl      Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, DIY podcast and extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content!    This month's Patreon bonus episode features an exploration of flawed characters, protagonists who are too real in their actions, and horror and noir as being where so much good and realistic writing takes place.    Pete has added a $1 a month tier for “Well-Wishers” and Cheerleaders of the Show.     This is a passion project, a DIY operation, and Pete would love for your help in promoting what he's convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.     Please tune in for Episode 307 with Nicole Cuffy, the author of Dances, longlisted for the PEN/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel. Her chapbook, Atlas of the Body, won the Chautauqua Janus Prize and was a finalist for the Black River Chapbook Competition. Her 2025 critically-acclaimed novel is O Sinners!    The episode is out today, October 28.    Please go to ceasefiretoday.org, and/or https://act.uscpr.org/a/letaidin to call your congresspeople and demand an end to the forced famine and destruction of Gaza and the Gazan people.

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This is Andy's second episode where he talks about Kobe Bryant and his life.

Hi everyone and welcome back to TT. This week, I am honored to welcome J Ryan of the Late Night Playset and founder of the Good Vibes breakfast club in Los Angeles.J is best known for the two things above as well as going adventures in his yellow 997 911. Based on the name of his show, it is clear that he is also a fan of older late night TV. We chat about working for Conan O'Brien back in his youth, why David Letterman is such a big inspiration, driving in Deloreans with Kobe Bryant and so much more.Additionally, what I really loved about this episode is that it's very different from anything we have done in the past. This was a very vulnerable conversation and J and I really opened up about life, things from when we were growing up and of course, we have to talk about his lovely late wife, Nicole.I hope this episode can serve as a reminder that life is fragile, short, yet beautiful. And remember to always try and live it to the fullest, like Nicole did. And that people will be there along the way to help you, encourage you and you are not alone in this life. I am incredibly grateful to J for sharing everything he shared with me, and I can honestly call him a friend after this and a man I very much admire. Cheers to you J, and cheers to Nicole.Follow J on social media @porschelife111 where you can find him on another massive road trip as we speak.Those who we love that pass on are always with us. They live through us, so let's make them proud.

MAMBA MENTALITY: THE JOB'S NOT FINISHED, YOU HAVE WORK TO DO Special thanks to:Lewis HowesValuetainmentTom Bilyeu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson chats with Gary Parrish at Big Ten Media Days. 0:15 Handling extreme expectations 0:40 Comps to Kobe Bryant, Derrick Rose 1:40 How he describes his game 2:00 Coach Self calling him most talented freshman he has had 2:55 Relationship with AJ Dybantsa 3:50 Getting Kansas back to where it has been 4:45 Goal to be #1 overall pick? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hoy nos metemos de lleno en una de las rivalidades más intensas y legendarias de la NBA: Shaquille O'Neal y Kobe Bryant. Dos gigantes que dominaron juntos el inicio de los 2000 con los Lakers, pero cuyo choque de egos terminó separándolos antes de tiempo. Analizamos cómo su relación cambió la historia del baloncesto y cómo, pese a todo, dejaron una huella imposible de borrar.Después, viajamos a Charlotte para conocer la historia de una de las franquicias más jóvenes y con más altibajos de la liga: los Hornets. Desde su fundación, sus ídolos y su arena, hasta la actualidad, repasamos cómo esta organización busca finalmente su identidad en la NBA moderna.En el mundo del fútbol, nos vamos hasta la CDMX para hablar del Estadio Azteca, el mítico Coloso de Santa Úrsula. Un escenario con alma, testigo de mundiales, finales legendarias y momentos que marcaron generaciones. Te contamos su historia, su misticismo y por qué sigue siendo una joya rumbo al Mundial del 2026.En Fórmula 1, analizamos todo lo sucedido en el GP de Estados Unidos 2025, donde Max Verstappen volvió a meter presión a los McLaren de Lando Norris y Oscar Piastri, dejando el campeonato al rojo vivo. Además, hacemos la previa del Gran Premio de México, donde la emoción, el color y la pasión de los aficionados prometen convertirlo en una auténtica fiesta.Y cerramos con una historia de grandeza olímpica: Lee Kiefer, la tres veces campeona olímpica estadounidense de florete. Una atleta ejemplar que ha elevado la esgrima femenina a otro nivel con su disciplina, talento y constancia.#PodcastDeportivo #NBA #Formula1 #Futbol #JJOO #ShaqYKobe #EstadioAzteca #LeeKiefer #McLaren #Verstappen #HornetsSíguenos en nuestras redes sociales:Instagram: https://instagram.com/loscasillasoficial?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loscasillasoficial?mibextid=LQQJ4dTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/loscasillasoficial

In this gripping episode of the Exceptional Sales Leader Podcast, I welcome back Stephen Oommen after an eight-month hiatus to explore powerful concepts in sales leadership and personal development. Recorded against the backdrop of Stephen's journey from Microsoft to entrepreneurship, the episode delves deep into the principles of the "Mamba Mentality" as inspired by Kobe Bryant. It articulates the significance of relentless self-improvement, financial stewardship, and the importance of building meaningful human connections within the sales landscape. Focusing on sales as a form of dedicated problem-solving, this episode explores the impacts of mindset and strategy on achieving sales success. Attuned to the latest technological evolution with AI, Stephen discusses its implications on the sales industry while championing the irreplaceable value of genuine human interaction and continuous learning. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone committed to excelling in sales leadership by absorbing the mastery reflected in sports legends like Kobe Bryant and applying similar dedication to their career. To connect with Stephen and to learn more about what he does, please go to: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenoommen/

The hour opened with a tribute to Kobe Bryant's legendary mindset and work ethic — “Job's not done.” Bellio shared memories from her time working with Lakers greats like Kobe, Shaq, and the late Chick Hearn. The tone shifted as Los Angeles agreed to pay an $828 million settlement over new sexual abuse claims. Conway then lightened things up with some wild Vegas roommate stories, and the hour wrapped with news that Jack in the Box sold Del Taco — and took a financial hit in the process.

I happen to catch the "I like me" documentary about #JohnCandy on Netflix, directed by Colin Hanks.  It's a wonderful trip down memory lane.  In my case, I studied at Second City in Chicago (took classes for a semester) before I moved to LA.  I joined a group of improv actors in the Harvey Lembeck workshop, but was an avid fan of SCTV during my years at Boston University and beyond. Charles Grodin and I had that in common - he loved Johnny LaRue (John Candy) and all the other characters, and late in life, Chuck would make DVD copies of his favorite bits and send them to his pals. I have a dozen or so.  As a film director I got to meet a bunch of people... and in this interview with John - you'll hear that I don't say the last name of the actors that I'm referring to, because it's more fun if Jennifer gets them accurately. And she does (once I let her know who we're talking to.) I had just watched the documentary, so the people in it are #SteveMartin (who needs to lighten up on the sobriety), #MartyShort (get your heart checked), Dave Thomas, Andrea Martin (who never changes),  Joe Flaherty, #EugeneLevy (the skeptical one) #CatherineOHara (the dreamer he's visited) Harold Ramis... #BillMurray, #DanAykroyd, #JohnBelushi, #TomHanks... I remembered to mention his lovely wife Rosemary and his two children, both whom are very touching in the doc.  (Sorry I didn't mention his brother in case he views this.)  I asked these questions without Jennifer knowing who I was talking about (except she saw Tom Hanks and saw Bill Murray when I said their first names.  That happens.   So this is an extreme yet excellent example of what we've been doing for  every week for over ten years.  See the film HACKING THE AFTERLIFE on Gaia or Amazon prime for examples.  Jennifer doesn't know anything about the doc about John's life, doesn't know anything about John Candy's life - and I made some errors, like giving Harold Ramis credit for directing Stripes which he cowrote (Ivan Reitman directed it) Harold directed him in Caddyshack, National Lampoon's Vacation.  (A movie that John Hughes told me in person he hated the film but clearly he like John in the film).  As noted, I went to high school with John Hughes, and he was pals with my brother, and super close friends with his wife - who was close to both John and Nancy.   My brother was also pals with Bill Murray in high school, and although I didn't say it in the podcast, I'll say it here - Bill Murray gave me - a brother of his high school pal - free tickets to the dress rehearsal at SNL for years.  I mean - for years -I took friends, including Luana Anders to the show.  And once, had the chutzpa to wait to see him after the show, give him a bottle of wine, and introduce him to Luana...  It was funny because he really didn't know me - I was just there to thank him for leaving tickets for "Elvis Martini" for all those years, and I think he was miffed I'd stuck around to thank him. Little did he know that the Luana he met - the very same Luana - is the moderator of our podcast from the flipside. If I was going to point to one show that demonstrates the ability of Jennifer talking to people offstage - it's this one. She works with members of the FBI, NYPD, LAPD on missing person cases, works pro bono a third of her practice, has been doing this for a long time, and indeed, they're making a show about her on Fox as we speak. I've written 13 books about the flipside, I do offer guided meditations, and Jennifer does these "wine and spirits" evenings in Manhattan beach that anyone can attend and isn't expensive, or they can book her directly. She works with members of Steve Jobs and Kobe Bryant's families - and they've given her permission to say so. So sit back, watch her talk to John Candy about all his pals onstage and off, mock Tom Hanks, tease Steve Martin, make fun of Bill Murray's golf game - all of it is not coming from me or Jennifer. I don't know how else to say it - have been filming people talking to their loved ones for over 15 years via hypnotherapy, guided meditation or mediums like Jennifer.  The story never changes. They aren't gone; they just aren't here.  Enjoy. 

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Benjamin Kenyon. A veteran NBA performance coach and founder of Client Performance Coaching.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Benjamin Kenyon. A veteran NBA performance coach and founder of Client Performance Coaching.

Mike and Jesse analyze the recent trends in the sports card market, focusing on the rising values of iconic players from legends like Kobe Bryant, and Ken Griffey Jr., to Willie Mays. But they're not the only ones whose market is up. The guys also delve into the factors driving these changes. Today's discussion also covers the impact of modern players such as Patrick Mahomes and the role of investment groups in shaping card values. We also take a look at a cool promotion from Arena Club featuring a $100,000 2003-04 Jordan Exquisite patch auto super grail. Be sure to use code SCN20 on your first Arena Club purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the shaking in your life isn't turbulence, but a transfer? In this episode, Pastor Mike Kai challenges leaders to see disruption as God's strategy for refinement and preparation. From ancient biblical wisdom to modern-day business lessons, he reminds us that we were born for such a time as this. In this powerful episode of Pound for Pound Leadership, Pastor Mike Kai unpacks why Inspire Church carries its name and vision for the future (00:16). He shares how God uses shaking, whether in economies, politics, or even personal challenges, to position us for growth and greater purpose (02:32, 04:21). Drawing from the story of Joseph (08:33) and the biblical wisdom of the men of Issachar (07:36), Pastor Mike highlights the importance of discerning the times and stewarding influence well (16:04). Listeners will also hear practical lessons from business and culture, including the faith-driven foundations of companies like Chick-fil-A and In-N-Out (17:14), and even the “Mamba Mentality” of Kobe Bryant as an example of pushing through pain with purpose (24:52). Through personal stories of setbacks, denials, and God's redirection (27:10, 30:36), Pastor Mike reminds us that every leader was built to multiply, advance, and steward for the Kingdom (31:44). This is a message of faith, resilience, and vision that will inspire you to see beyond the shaking and step fully into your Kingdom assignment. __________________ 00:16 Pastor Mike thanks everyone for coming to the lunch in and shares the story of how and why they changed the name of the church to Inspire Church when it was once called Hope. 00:26 Its about going home and being inspired and living an inspired life that God has for us. They did not rebrand it was a vision for what would become 25 years later. The meaning of the word in greek means breath of God, 01:27 Pastor Mike recognizes his wife Lisa Kai and thanks her for all of her support 02:32 so I believe with all of my heart that we were built for a moment like this, to survive shaking economies, political uncertainty or AI disruption. We're here to thrive. We're here to go beyond what we're seeing right now today. 02:55 The shaking is strategic- there is alot of shaking going on. Example during 2020 when covid took place the church shook your business 03:33 the book of Haggai chapter 2”6-9 is referenced 04:21 This is not turbulence its a transfer economically worldwide. God uses shaking to refine us and raleigh us and revelea things are shaken in your life. 04:53 Were you doing something in the past that Go says you dont need for the uther of yor business or your ministry? Is there something that you need to let go of? 05:06 Pastor Mike references his space shuttle example. Two solid fuel rocket boosters to catapult that space shuttle into its own orbit but it would release the rocket boosters. If you dont let it go its not going to take you where you need to go 05:47 what is in your life right now that you need to cutt off? 06/13 Pastor Mike shares he recently was in WA DC whiule the president was making alot of moves in the middle east. And how alot of CEO's were flow out to the middle east. Something is going to happen and we need to be ready for it 06:56 Pastor mike talks about the price of xrp ripple skyrocketing, and bitcoind and gold. 07:36 men of Isaka in the bible referenced. 12 tribes in Israel Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and his 12 sons. 07:58 we must understand the signs of the times. 08:33 it is going to take the anointing and the favor of one of my favorite people. Joseph in the old testament one of jacobs sons was sold into slavery by his brothers beacuaes they were jeolous of him. The book of genesis is devoted to his story. 09:13 Pharoah had a dream and none of his people could interpret his dream but someone remembered Joseph who was in prison that could interpret dreams. And because he was able to tell him what his dream meant he was elevated and no longer in prison but they used him for his prophetic skills 10:36 Do you know what things are going to look like for you paST 2026? Sometimes you can tell by the people around you. 10:51 Pastor Mike suggested speaking to elders and look at history to forecast too. 11:00 a book by Titus Cone was referenced tells a story about him arriving to Hawaii by 1836 and led one of the greatest revivals in history of the world. And we because the most literate people on the planet by 1830 13:57 Apostolic system was created by Joseph to prepare for the famine. 14:48 every influence that Pastor Mike has and that we all have is to influence change in the islands. 15:07 Pastor says that he gets told all of the tie on instagram to stay in his lane. 15:52 You are a business leader for Jesus, you understand the kingdom assignment. 16:04 What are you doing to influence society? 16:22 Deuteronomy chapter 8 verse 18 is referenced. Your prophet is the fuel for Gods purpose. Your success is the confirmation of his calling on you. 17:14 Pastor Mike shares the story of Chick-fil-a and how the founder didnt just build a fast food empire he built a company of biblical values. And in-n out, alaska airlines was also a christian owned business. And shared their corporate purpose. 19:05 Pastor Mike shares how he used to work for the airline and he used to look down at his job until a coworker said this to him: (you are on the ramp for Jesus) 22:33 The bible says without faith it is impossible to please God so stick your neck out. 22:49 mathew 25 references the parable of the talents. God knows the capacity of every person that he was working with. If given alot even more wil be required. Even when your big can you stil be faithful in the little? 24:52 April 12 2013 lakers vs warriors he talks about when Kobe Bryant tore his achilles, and talked about his rant on facebook and the mamba mentality. Even in pain im still in purpose. Sometimes pain is proof that youre still in teh game. 27:10 The call he got 10 years ago from the bank telling him he did not get approved for the 10 acres and how upset he was. He wanted to blame everybody. But God blessed them with another church to buy and a developer that is now opening their Kapolei location. 30:36 Sometimes a denial is actually a delay whether in your business or personal. Pastor mike encourages you to put Jesus first. Churches 10% is for God. 31:44 you were born for such a time as this. Multiply advance and stewart. You were built for this. Why because youre doing it for the kingdom 32:34 Prayer in closing

Send us a textWhat if the real secret to success, manifestation, and self-mastery wasn't talent — but repetition?In this episode, I'm breaking down why repetition is the ultimate superpower behind every success story — from Kobe Bryant to JK Rowling — and how you can use it to reprogram your mind, master any skill, and consciously create your dream reality through the Law of Assumption.We'll explore: 

What do Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and elite performers have in common? Mindfulness coach George Mumford helped them master presence, resilience, and transformation. In this powerful episode, George reveals how mindfulness fuels transformation, why asking the right questions matters, and how reinvention is key to lasting success. His lessons go beyond sports, offering anyone tools to thrive under pressure.Discover lessons in courage, toughness, and purpose that apply far beyond the cockpit. Read her book “Flying in the Face of Fear” to dive deeper.Read his book “Unlocked: Embrace Your Greatness, Find the Flow, Discover Success” to discover science-backed strategies for focus, resilience, and authentic leadership that will help you thrive under pressure and achieve lasting success.

Are you chasing money or pursuing excellence?In this raw, late-night reflection, I unpack what it truly means to control what's within your reach and commit to a life of *purposeful excellence*. Inspired by a podcast with Dr. George C. Fraser and a powerful quote from Kobe Bryant, I dive deep into how I'm reframing failure, shifting my mindset, and learning to lead from a place of integrity, not outcome.Want more leadership mindset content? Subscribe to the Leader's Lens content here: ⁠⁠⁠https://raymondwhite.net/perspectiveshift⁠⁠⁠___________________How can I help you?Pick up my first book, Advocacy In Action, here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://raymondwhite.net/shop/aiabook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Do you need a speaker who can help your team sustain a robust organizational culture or equip student leaders to be prepared to lead in the real world? Visit Ray's website to book Ray to speak! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠raymondwhite.net/raywhitespeaks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Ray White on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!#ExcellenceMindset #LeadershipGrowth #ControlWhatYouCan #KobeBryantWisdom #BlackLeaders #RaymondWhite #PersonalGrowth

Join us for a transformative conversation with John Gallagher, Founder & CEO of Growing Champions Coaching & Consulting.In this episode, John unpacks the core of the Champion Mindset—inspired by sports legends like Kobe Bryant and Tom Brady—emphasizing perseverance, discipline, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Discover the profound impact of Servant Leadership on corporate culture, drawing from John Maxwell's philosophies.John shares actionable insights for personal growth, including intentional success habits and how to prioritize value-adding activities to enhance health, finances, and relationships. Learn how to overcome limiting beliefs and build a lasting legacy through positive mentorship. A must-listen for anyone seeking effective leadership and executive coaching strategies.Listen to the full episode at the Podcast Show Doing Business with a Servants Heart https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ax0zSvSw7uA&t=5s.Connect with the Host, Steve Ramona:NEWSLETTER: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64e2b9...SERVING JOURNAL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSNSY1M1PODCAST SWAG: https://millions.co/doing-business-wi...#servantleadership #ChampionMindset #johngallagher #GrowingChampions  #executivecoaching  #leadershipdevelopment  #businessexcellence #JohnMaxwell #Discipline #perseverance  #intentionality  #habits  #personalgrowth  #leadership  #legacy  #uncommonleaderpodcast Thanks for listening in to the Uncommon Leader Podcast. Please take just a minute to share this podcast with that someone you know that you thought of when you heard this episode. One of the most valuable things you can do is to rate the podcast and leave a review. You can do that on Apple podcasts, or rate the podcast on Spotify or any other platform you listen. Did you know that many of the things that I discuss on the Uncommon Leader Podcast are subjects that I coach other leaders and organizations ? If you would be interested in having me discuss 1:1 or group coaching with you, or know someone who is looking to move from Underperforming to Uncommon in their business or life, I would love to chat with you. Click this link to set up a FREE CALL to discuss how coaching might benefit you and your team) Until next time, Go and Grow Champions!!Connect with me

Kobe Bryant once shot four airballs in five minutes in a playoff game against the Utah Jazz. But that failure had a direct impact on Kobe becoming one of the greatest players of all time.CREDITSRick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voiceJacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher MUSIC"Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers"Horizons" by Roa SPORTS HISTORY NETWORKsportshistorynetwork.comsportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/basketball-history-101/ FACEBOOKm.facebook.com/Basketball-History-101-103801581493027/ BUSINESS CONTACTbballhistory101@gmail.comMentioned in this episode:Sports History Network Theme SongThis theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

Get AudioBooks for FreeBest Self-improvement MotivationKobe Bryant's Top 40 Motivational Speeches to Change Your LifeDiscover Kobe Bryant's most powerful motivational speeches. Learn his mindset, work ethic, and success lessons that will transform your drive and ambition.Get AudioBooks for Free⁠We Need Your Love & Support ❤️https://buymeacoffee.com/myinspiration#Motivational_Speech#motivation #inspirational_quotes #motivationalspeech Get AudioBooks for Free Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What were the big themes and takeaways we had from this series? What specifically players changed in our minds and why? We reflect on the series, rankings in general, p layer synergies and more before discussing our best offensive players and overall players from the series. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketballBubble : Jimmy Butler, Paul Pierce, Ray Allen, Paul George'03 Jason Kidd [21-32]'17 Russell Westbrook [20-32]'25 Jayson Tatum [20-28]'11 Dwight Howard [17-28]'16 Draymond Green [18-26]'05 Manu Ginobili [17-24]'21 Joel Embiid [11-23]'19 James Harden [13-25]'24 Luka Doncic [12-24]'20 Anthony Davis [12-23]'03 Tracy McGrady [10-24]'25 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander [7-20]'09 Dirk Nowitzki [7-19]'05 Steve Nash [8-19]'14 Chris Paul [6-17]'17 Kawhi Leonard [7-16]'16 Kevin Durant [7-15]'22 Giannis Antetokounmpo [6-15]'08 Kobe Bryant [6-15]'09 Dwyane Wade [4-11]'03 Tim Duncan [2-10]'25 Nikola Jokic [2-9]'04 Kevin Garnett [2-9]'17 Steph Curry [1-8]'01 Shaquille O'Neal [1-6]'13 LeBron James [1-3]

Feeling “behind” after 40—what if this is your most powerful chapter?In this inspirational, motivational conversation, Broadway star, musician, three-time bestselling author and mentor Troy Horne shares how to reinvent your purpose after 40 and rebuild yourself in the second half of life and your confidence when life changes. From Star Search to Rent on Broadway, interviewing legends like Kobe Bryant, and launching books that help families and creators.Troy opens up about his transformation from musician and Broadway performer to self-published author selling over 300,000 books, including Mental Toughness for Young Athletes and his upcoming book Middle Management: How to Thrive in the Second Half of Life.Troy reveals the mindset, discipline, and faith that fuel a second act. If you've battled self-doubt, burnout, or the fear of starting over, this episode is your motivational speech to refocus, take action, and ignite your dream—no matter your age.Learn the truth about resilience in entertainment, why brand > talent for career impact, how to balance family and ambition (without chasing “perfect”), and the daily habits that keep you purpose-driven. This is motivation for anyone ready to move from “maybe someday” to now.If you're over 40 and juggling career changes, family, or a stalled dream, you're not alone. This episode connects your current struggles—burnout, rejection, fear of starting over—to practical steps for a purpose-driven, motivated life rooted in identity, faith, and daily action.TakeawaysSecond-Act Blueprint: How to clarify purpose, build momentum, and create an aligned brand that opens doors (even if you're starting late).Resilience & Mindset: Tools to reframe rejection, stay motivated through setbacks, and turn discipline into confidence.Daily Systems That Stick: Simple morning routines and focus habits to protect energy, reduce anxiety, and keep you moving toward your dream.Hit play now to get Troy's step-by-step, real-life strategies for reigniting your purpose and building unstoppable momentum—starting today.Troy's contact info:Mental Toughness For Young Athletes Book: Amazon.com: Mental Toughness For Young Athletes: Eight Proven 5-Minute Mindset Exercises For Kids And Teens Who Play Competitive Sports eBook : Horne, Troy, Horne, Moses: Kindle StoreInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/troyhorneofficialFacebook https://www.facebook.com/TroyHorneOfficialWebsite: https://www.troyhorne.cominspirational, motivatioSend us a textSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Facebook: realtalkwithreginaldd Twitter Real Talk With Reginald D (@realtalkRegD) / TwitterWebsite: Real Talk With Reginald D https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - Merchandise

El veto al traspaso de Chris Paul a Los Angeles Lakers en 2011 es uno de los episodios más polémicos en la historia reciente de la NBA. Durante años se habló de que la liga, y en particular David Stern, habían bloqueado el movimiento para evitar que los Lakers formaran un súper equipo junto a Kobe Bryant. Pero… ¿qué tan cierto fue eso?En este podcast Álvaro Martín repasa el contexto, explica cómo funcionaba la estructura de propiedad de New Orleans Hornets en ese momento, qué rol tuvo realmente la NBA en la negociación y por qué la narrativa de que “Stern vetó el traspaso” no es del todo cierta. Una historia con rumores, malentendidos y una buena dosis de mito.

Kobe Bryant used a strategy to make the switch mentally to get him focused on the task at hand. What are you doing to flip the switch?

Loss shapes us. It gives us a new perspective and a new way to approach situations we face. John lost both of his parents at different stages of his life. How he defined winning at first was through his success. If he were successful, people would stay in his life. So there was that risk. But unlearning his old definition of winning took real work, and he shares part of that journey today.   In this episode, you'll discover…  Key trait to win at home and at work (0:58) Defining what ‘winning' means (1:36)  How John tried to control how people felt about him  (9:18) Are you actually successful? (13:45)   John's Bio:  John Olinger's journey from Nike marketing executive to purpose-driven leader began with a single question: What will matter most when I get to the end of my life? After spending a decade creating breakthrough campaigns for Nike and Jordan Brand—including three years leading Global Marketing for Kobe Bryant—an unexpected loss changed everything. Today, John combines his strategic marketing expertise with hard-won wisdom to help others win where it matters most.   What's Next?  NEW!! Join the new RISE community. Check out my newest book, 'Rise and Go', HERE!

In this episode of Payrollin', Matt Vaadi sits down with Alan Stein Jr., a renowned keynote speaker and former performance coach for NBA legends like Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry. Topics Covered:The "Next Play" mindset and how it applies to business and leadershipLeadership strategies learned from coaching NBA superstarsHow to manage change, both imposed and initiated, in your life and businessAlan's insights on turning setbacks into opportunities for growthThe importance of controlling your response to situations for better outcomesAlan shares his game-changing strategies for overcoming setbacks and leading through change. Drawing from his extensive experience in elite sports and leadership, Alan discusses the principles of his “Next Play” framework, focusing on how businesses and individuals can thrive through life's transitions.Alan also dives deep into the power of accepting reality, staying focused on what's within your control, and making intentional shifts in mindset to drive success. Whether you're navigating challenges in your personal life or business, this episode offers practical insights for making your next move the best one yet.

Episode 207 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything!  This week we are joined by the Founder of Real Branding and Lead Editor at The HitLab Creative Studios, Cole Thurman!Episode in a Glance:In this episode of The Hitstreak, I get to discuss the evolving landscape of social media and content creation with Cole Thurman, the lead editor here at HitLab Creative Studios. We explore the importance of storytelling, the power of short-form content, and the strategies behind successful social media engagement. Our conversation emphasizes the need for brands to own their content, leverage their hits, and understand their audience's needs to drive engagement and sales. With insights on the role of AI in editing and the balance between quality and quantity, this episode serves as a guide for anyone looking to enhance their digital presence and connect with their audience effectively. We emphasize the value of strong client relationships, the challenges faced in the journey, and the necessity of having a clear strategy in social media marketing. We end the episode with the impact of integrity and consistency in business practices, as well as the excitement for future developments in our content strategy.Key Points:- Winners find a way to succeed in their endeavors.- Short-form content is crucial for social media success.- Reposting successful content can significantly increase engagement.- Quality content is essential for standing out in attention media.- Understanding your audience is key to effective marketing.- AI tools can enhance content creation but require skill to use effectively.- Frequency of posting can lead to greater brand recognition.- Growth often comes with challenges and growing pains.- A clear strategy is essential for effective content creation.- The future of content strategy is bright and full of potential. -Social media is a powerful tool for business transformation.About our guest: Cole Thurman, often called the “Kobe Bryant of video editing,” is the founder of Real Branding and Lead Editor at The HitLab Creative Studios. With a track record of generating hundreds of millions of views for clients, he has become a trusted partner for entrepreneurs, influencers, and thought leaders such as Brad Lea, Jessie Lee Ward, Gabby Bernstein, and Nick Hiter.Cole is known for creating high-quality edits and captivating content that doesn't just entertain—it converts. His approach blends creativity, strategy, and precision, helping brands grow their influence and revenue online. Based in Marceline, Missouri—the boyhood home of Walt Disney—Cole draws inspiration from storytelling and legacy while raising his three children.Follow and contact:Instagram: @mrcolethurmanhitlabstudio.comSubscribe to Nick's top-rated podcast The Hitstreak on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/NickHite⁠rFollow and Rate us on Spotify: ⁠https://spotify.com/NickHiter⁠Follow and Rate us on Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/NickHiter⁠Follow and Rate us on iHeartRadio: ⁠https://www.iheart.com/NickHiter

He's captured Magic Johnson's smile, Michael Jordan's flight, and Kobe Bryant's fire. In this episode of Hoopsology Podcast, we welcome NBA Hall of Fame photographer Andy Bernstein — the man behind some of basketball's most legendary images and the creator of NBA Photos. Bernstein opens up about:

Grading your dynasty fantasy football trades from last week—did you win or lose?  

Summary In this episode, Donny discusses the concept of branding in various aspects of society, including politics, social issues, and cultural events. The conversation covers the current political landscape, the impact of government shutdowns, rising anti-Semitism, women's workforce participation, censorship in literature, and the cultural significance of events like the Super Bowl halftime show. Additionally, the episode highlights trends in the music industry, Broadway's financial struggles, the nostalgia for landlines, and the popularity of subtitles in streaming. The episode concludes with a look at wedding trends and Halloween costumes, emphasizing the evolving nature of branding in contemporary society. Takeaways Everything today is a brand. Both parties lose, the American public loses. Anti-Semitic incidents worldwide rose by 340%. More women are leaving the workforce. Stephen King is the most banned author in US schools. ICE does not belong at the Super Bowl. Taylor Swift's album drops today. Broadway musicals may be in peril. Landlines are making a comeback. October is now the biggest wedding month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tristan Darshan (IG: https://www.instagram.com/tristandarshan/), Fulfillment Director at Men of Action 00:00 - Introduction to the Q&A session 00:46 - Speculating on why club culture is dying 01:29 - The transition from girl-centric to male-centric clubs 03:26 - The prioritization of "dollars per square foot" 04:36 - The vanishing Los Angeles nightlife scene 05:40 - The impact of corporate influence on nightlife 06:48 - The importance of making clubs female-centric 07:50 - The strangling of the "golden goose" 09:16 - The problem of clubs being male-centric before the economic downturn 10:24 - What makes a club "girl-centric" vs. "guy-centric" 12:29 - The role of social media in nightlife and dating 13:17 - The golden rule of prioritizing women over money 14:26 - The paradox of dying clubs vs. top-tier clubs 15:47 - The unsustainable business model of paying DJs millions 16:51 - The impact of social media and dating apps on women's need to go out 19:35 - The ineffectiveness of dating apps for the average man 20:53 - The discrepancy in social media validation between average women and men 22:20 - The importance of social circle over cold approach 25:06 - The origins of girl-centric clubs 27:40 - The definition of the "best club" 29:04 - The future of nightlife and the shrinking of inventory 30:22 - The "coagulation" of attractive women in a few venues 31:07 - The effect of obesity on the number of "perfect tens" 32:41 - The benefits of being on the "other side" of nightlife 34:46 - Using nightclubs as a training ground 37:04 - Overcoming common challenges in nightclubs 39:03 - The feeling of empowerment after mastering a difficult environment 40:15 - A discussion on the death of Charlie Kirk and the "Kobe Bryant effect" 42:36 - The narcissism of celebrating someone's death 45:19 - The failure of "cancel culture" 47:04 - The different forms of censorship 48:42 - The issue of "gatekeeping" in media 51:07 - The importance of difficult conversations 52:56 - The victimhood mindset on social media 53:52 - The red pill movement as a response to hopelessness 55:27 - The truth about gender norms and hypergamy 57:56 - The concept of the "red pill" as a lens, not an identity 59:22 - The red pill straw man argument and the 80/20 rule 01:03:08 - Describing a double standard without condoning it 01:05:28 - Why "mid-women" are more difficult to deal with 01:10:29 - Why average men have a harder time meeting attractive women 01:12:35 - The "grenade" friend and the mid-woman 01:14:48 - How to handle mid-women and the importance of surrounding yourself with high-value people 01:17:03 - Concluding the Q&A segment and call for future questions ————————————————————

Austin Reaves Forced to Say LeBron James Is Better Than Kobe Bryant, Skip Bayless Accuses LeBron of Secret War with Lakers, Bombshell Audio Exposes Clippers Seizing Ramona Shelburne's Mic, Stephen A. Smith Blasted for Fake Super Bowl Outrage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't miss these fantasy football stashes for Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season.  

What a crew. This week's episode features Austin Reaves and Jake LaRavia of the Los Angeles Lakers, Lakers superfan Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and The Ringer's Ryen Russillo.They obviously talk all things Lakers, including incredible stories from Austin and Flea about Luka Doncic and the night he was traded, Kobe Bryant, and more. Flea also shares some of his best and worst moments as a fan, including the time he almost got into a fight at the Boston airport, talking trash with Chris Paul, and what it's like being courtside. They also have fascinating discussions about talent and becoming and remaining great in both the basketball and music world. There's so much more basketball and music talk as well that you just need to hear. Let's go!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Legendary primatologist Jane Goodall has died at 91, a reminder of how pets feel like family. On the sports front, Shohei Ohtani powered the Dodgers with a record 117.7 mph leadoff homer and a 454-foot blast to seal Game 1 of the Wild Card — with Game 2 ahead. Investigations continue into the January 7th fires, while Taylor Swift made history as the first female artist to surpass 100 million albums sold. The show also touched on football pools, top-selling music artists, and hospital visit etiquette — with Conway advising against it. Later, Patrick Mahomes made headlines after a woman stole a child's headband, Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh launched his 60th home run, and Bellio revealed she owns a game-worn Kobe Bryant sleeve. Plus, LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne is dating Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes. 

Hollywood's Headlines include Kirill Kaprizov getting an NHL record 8-year $136M contract extension with the Minnesota Wild. That contract wouldn't even put him in the top 100 for highest paid NBA players. A Babe Ruth rookie card is up for $7M and a Kobe Bryant jersey sells for $900k.

As the Canes prepare for FSU, Joe and Hollywood take a look around the ACC. Dolphins cut former second round pick CB Cam Smith after Tyreek Hill suffers a season-ending injury. Hollywood's Headlines include an NHL record contract, a Babe Ruth rookie card, and a Kobe Bryant jersey selling for $900k.

Find out which 7 trade targets you should buy or sell in Week 5 for fantasy football.  

What if giving up alcohol didn't mean giving up fun, friends, or success—but instead made you wealthier, healthier, and more productive? That's exactly what happened to James Swanwick, today's guest on The Root of All Success. James is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, and former ESPN SportsCenter anchor who went from interviewing stars like Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, and Kobe Bryant… to helping high achievers transform their lives through his Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Project 90 programs. He's also the founder of Swanwick Sleep, known for their famous blue-light-blocking Swannies glasses that improve sleep quality. In this episode, James and I discuss how ditching alcohol unlocked his energy, confidence, and clarity—ultimately fueling his success as an entrepreneur and coach to thousands of executives worldwide.

Charles Barkley Explains Why He Ranks Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant Over LeBron James, Charles Barkley Calls Today's NBA Players a Disgrace for Turning Their Backs on Fans, Former ESPN Analyst Destroys the Los Angeles Lakers for Giving JJ Redick a Contract Extension Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do we make sense of small samples and outlier signals in the playoffs? How much should specifically good or bad matchups influence playoff “performance?” We discuss some titanic big men, their coaches, environments, teammate synergies and how much we should care about their individual scoring numbers in the postseason. Support at www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketballPreviously discussed players and their ranges:Jason Kidd [21-32]Jayson Tatum [20-28]Dwight Howard [17-28]Draymond Green [18-26]Manu Ginobili [17-24]James Harden [13-25]Luka Doncic [12-24]Tracy McGrady [10-24]Anthony Davis [12-23]Joel Embiid [10-23]Shai Gilgeous-Alexander [7-20]Dirk Nowitzki [7-19]Chris Paul [6-17]Steve Nash [8-19]Kawhi Leonard [7-16]Kevin Durant [7-15]Giannis Antetokounmpo [6-15]Kobe Bryant [6-15]Dwyane Wade [4-11]

Mackey and Judd hit on The Latest Minnesota Timberwolves News! Starting with Anthony Edwards reportedly studying the midrange and post games of Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan; Plus, Chris Finch discusses the different ways the Minnesota Timberwolves can improve in 2025-26; And the Timberwolves are bringing back the old tree trim uniforms! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mackey and Judd hit on The Latest Minnesota Timberwolves News! Starting with Anthony Edwards reportedly studying the midrange and post games of Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan; Plus, Chris Finch discusses the different ways the Minnesota Timberwolves can improve in 2025-26; And the Timberwolves are bringing back the old tree trim uniforms! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the latest Tin Foil Hat episode with Joey Haim, the discussion spirals deep into claims that Charlie Kirk's shooting was all AI — no new angles, no evidence, just a digital narrative projected on the airwaves. They go on to insist that Kobe Bryant's crash was faked: “no black smoke to be found,” they say, as if that absence alone debunks the whole event. And when Trump appears? This definitely ain't the real one — they argue the personality, the aura, everything is “completely total different,” a puppet, a placeholder, a misdirection. From there Joey and Sam jump into the idea that aliens running the earth are using black magic and witchcraft to fool us and push agendas through veiled rituals and hidden codes. Pro and college sports aren't what they seem either: fully scripted by magik, not by mere humans, especially when you bring gematria into the mix — every jersey number, every schedule, every televised scandal, they claim, is a piece of some grand esoteric puzzle. It's equal parts high paranoia and metaphysical theatre, the kind that leaves you looking at every headline with suspicion and every fixture in the sports calendar as coded ritual.  Thank you for your support! Please subscribe to the new Tin Foil Hat youtube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@TinFoilHatYoutube Please check out Sam Tripoli's 3rd Crowd Work Special "Barbecued: Live From Kansas City" on Sept 20th!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwVX5MkcYR0 Grab your copy of the 2nd issue of the Chaos Twins now and join the Army Of Chaos: https://bit.ly/415fDfY Check out Sam "DoomScrollin with Sam Tripoli and Midnight Mike" Every Tuesday At 4pm pst on Youtube, X Twitter, Rumble and Rokfin! Join the WolfPack at Wise Wolf Gold and Silver and start hedging your financial position by investing in precious metals now!  Go to samtripoli.gold and use the promo code "TinFoil" and we thank Tony for supporting our show. CopyMyCrypto.com: The ‘Copy my Crypto' membership site shows you the coins that the youtuber ‘James McMahon' personally holds - and allows you to copy him. So if you'd like to join the 1300 members who copy James, then stop what you're doing and head over to: https://copymycrypto.com/tinfoilhat/ You'll not only find proof of everything I've said - but my listeners get full access for just $1 LiveLongerFormula.com: Check out https://www.livelongerformula.com/sam — Christian is a longevity author and functional health expert who helps you fix your gut, detox, boost testosterone, and sleep better so you can thrive, not just survive. Watch his free masterclass on the 7 Deadly Health Fads, and if it clicks, book a free Metabolic Function Assessment to get to the root of your health issues. Want to see Sam Tripoli live?  Get tickets at SamTripoli.com: Ventura, Ca: Headlining the Gigi's Cocktails Lounge on Sept 24th https://bit.ly/3KhUrN7 Tulsa, Ok:  Tin Foil Hat Comedy Is Headlining the Bricktown Comedy Club on Oct 10th https://bricktowntulsa.com/shows/310746   Oklahoma City, Ok: Tin Foil Hat Comedy Is Headlining the Bricktown Comedy Club on Oct 11th https://www.bricktowncomedy.com/events/112032   Austin, Tx:  Headlining The Fat Man At Comedy Mothership Oct 17th-19th https://samtripoli.com/events/?paged=2   Las Vegas, NV:  Tin Foil Hat Comedy Live At The Virgin Hotel Nov 21st https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/95279813/tin-foil-hat-comedy-with-sam-tripoli-and-eddie-bravo-las-vegas-24-oxford   Minneapolis: Headlining The House Of Comedy Dec 11th-13th https://samtripoli.com/events/?paged=3   Morris Plains, NJ: New Year's Eve At The Dojo Of Comedy Dec 31st https://www.tiffscomedy.com/events/121228   Please check out Joey Haim's internet: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@totalcoincidenceyoey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coincidenceyoey Twitter: https://x.com/joeyhaim   Please check out Sam Tripoli's internet: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/samtripoli Please Follow Sam Tripoli's Stand Up Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@SamTripoliComedy Please Follow Sam Tripoli's Comedy Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/samtripolicomedy/ Please Follow Sam Tripoli's Podcast Clip Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samtripolispodcastclips/        

What separates the best of the best from everyone else? In this episode, I sit down with performance coach and bestselling author Alan Stein Jr., who shares habits behind NBA icons like Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, and Kobe Bryant, and how the same principles apply to business, leadership, and life. We talk about standards vs. goals, blending confidence with humility, purposeful practice in the “unseen hours,” and why discipline creates freedom. Alan also shares the strategies to reduce stress, escape stagnation, and prevent burnout, including my traffic gratitude hack. Get ready to master your craft with daily choices that build tomorrow's results. In This Episode, You Will Learn Why STANDARDS > GOALS and how today's choices build tomorrow's results. Why DISCIPLINE creates FREEDOM in every area of life. How purposeful PRACTICE and REPETITION lead to mastery. Steph Curry's FREE-THROW STANDARD that separates the greats. How HUMILITY and COACHABILITY fuel continuous growth. Why KIND SELF-TALK and VULNERABILITY build unshakable confidence. Resources + Links Get your copy of Alan's “Sustain Your Game” HERE⁠ Learn more about Alan at ⁠alansteinjr.com⁠ & ⁠strongerteam.com⁠  Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/monahan Download the CFO's Guide to AI and Machine Learning at NetSuite.com/MONAHAN. Want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic? Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/MONAHAN. Get 10% off your first Mitopure order at timeline.com/CONFIDENCE. Get 15% off your first order when you use code CONFIDENCE15 at checkout at jennikayne.com. Call my digital clone at 201-897-2553!  Visit heathermonahan.com Sign up for my mailing list: heathermonahan.com/mailing-list/  Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  If you haven't yet, get my first book Confidence Creator Follow Heather on Instagram & LinkedIn Alan Stein Jr. on LinkedIn⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, Instagram & X

Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant were both voluminous score on and off-ball. We discuss Durant's playoff scoring, the impact of his gravity, his floor-raising in Oklahoma City and his more mobile Thunder defense. Then, we upend Kobe Bryant's “inefficiency” narrative, contextualize his problem-solving and huge scoring numbers without dominating the ball. Support atwww.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball