Podcast appearances and mentions of Michael Jordan

My new book Own Or Be Owned is about building a business that makes more money without needing more of you. Grab your FREE ticket to the live launch, get our scaling tool, and enter for a shot at $1 MILLION in cash and prizes: https://contrarianthinking.biz/bigdeal-strength You've been telling yourself the same story: nobody can do it as well as you, your clients need you specifically, and if you step back, everything will fall apart. But most people don't fail because they pick the wrong business. They fail because they become the bottleneck, mistaking being needed for being successful. This episode breaks down the three types of bottlenecks that destroy businesses and the four-step framework for escaping the trap of heroism. From Sam Walton's obsession with control to Michael Jordan learning to trust his team, you'll learn why your business can only grow to the size of your current self, and how to finally grow beyond it. In this episode, you'll learn: The three bottlenecks killing your business: decision, delivery, and direction, and how to identify which one is choking your growth right now Why Henry Ford lost half his market share by doubling down on control while Alfred Sloan built GM into the number one company for 77 straight years using four simple principles The rescue tally framework: how tracking every time you jump in to save the day reveals the hidden cost of being the hero and why that addiction to being needed is destroying your freedom Why businesses without owner dependency are worth 4.5 times profit while owner dependent businesses are worth almost nothing, and how doing less can make your business worth millions more The amputation principle: how cutting yourself out of daily operations isn't losing control, it's gaining leverage, and why the best operators know that being irreplaceable makes you worthless ___________ (00:00:00) Introduction: Sam Walton's Tape Measure and the Trap of Being a Hero (00:00:44) Don't Be a Hero: Why Superman Thinking Kills Your Business (00:02:04) The Necker Island Story: When I Chose My Business Over Richard Branson (00:04:18) Henry Ford's Market Share Collapse: When Control Becomes Your Enemy (00:05:47) Alfred Sloan's Four Principles: How GM Beat Ford for 77 Years Straight (00:06:55) Steve Jobs, Travis Kalanick, and the Elevator Fire Test (00:08:39) The Three Bottlenecks: Decision, Delivery, and Direction (00:10:43) Why Most Systems Suck and How the 12P Diagnostic Fixes That (00:12:50) The Amputation: Cutting Your Identity Away From Your Company (00:13:33) Michael Jordan's Triangle Offense: Six Rings by Trusting the System (00:15:39) The Chief of Staff Hire: How Azad Saved Me $62K a Month in 90 Days (00:18:14) The Owner Dependency Tax: Why Being Irreplaceable Costs You Millions (00:20:10) The Ultimate Life Hack: Just Decide You're Not Doing That Again ___________ MORE FROM BIGDEAL

In this episode Kent brings together Princess Diana, Dolly Parton, Night Train Lane, and Bob Knight in one sharp, funny, and off-the-cuff conversation about fame, legacy, sports, and the strange stories that stick with us. If you like your podcast with Texas flavor, old-school opinion, and a few surprises along the way, this one is for you. Kent opens with a memorable saying from Princess Diana, then moves through the public lives of iconic figures who stayed above the political fray and earned broad respect for it. From Diana's humanitarian work to Dolly Parton's country-music legacy and Michael Jordan's famous line about shoes, this episode keeps circling back to what makes public figures endure. You'll hear stories and commentary on: Why Princess Diana still resonates nearly three decades after her death How Dolly Parton became a beloved ambassador for Nashville, country music, and her own roots The wild origin story of Night Train Lane, including the moment that helped cement his legend Why Bob Knight inspired zero undecided opinions Stupid-criminal headlines, from a Chuck E. Cheese fight to a child with access to a gun College football chaos, including early-season surprises, quarterback pressure, and the latest rule fights Kent Hance also touches on university rankings tied to job outcomes, the hardest positions in sports, a stolen Picasso left behind like it was nothing, and the strange ways public figures, athletes, and even criminals end up making headlines. The result is part sports talk, part cultural commentary, part newspaper riff — and completely unpredictable. What makes this episode worth your time is the range: one minute you're hearing about Diana's legacy and the next you're in the middle of a classic Texas-style detour that lands on football, city naming debates, or the latest absurd news story. It's a reminder that the best storytellers can turn almost anything into something worth listening to. Perfect for listeners who enjoy candid opinions, Texas sports chatter, and stories with personality, attitude, and a little bit of bite.

Hey Heal Squad! It's Friday, we fooled them again, and somehow made it through another week. It's another RGF Heal Squad Weekend Edition, coming to you from across the pond, where Kev is living the Lonely Guy life in London. We talk about punk rock hair, haunted hotels, soccer with billionaires, flat Diet Coke and stale pretzels, and why sometimes feeling better isn't another life hack….it's getting outside, finding some sunlight, and maybe letting the ocean knock you on your ass once in a while.We talk radio disappearing, doom scrolling versus actually learning something, and whether every minute really needs to be productive. Plus, with Mercedes chasing history, why presentation matters, what Michael Jordan understood about looking the part, and how sometimes showing the world your value starts with remembering it yourself. Plus, the $70 econo suit, Ziploc bag travel hacks, and proof that no matter how important the room, Regular Guy Kev can still rock it like a United flight attendant. Happy Friday. We'll Talk Shawtly! Join us at our Canyon Ranch 2026 Retreat: https://www.canyonranch.com/lenox/retreats/heal-retreat-maria-menounos HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy's Page: Shop My Macy's Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Welcome to PTBN Pop's Movie Review of The Day! Every weekday we will be reviewing a movie whether it be currently in theaters, featured on streaming or just a film that we hold near and dear to us. On today's episode, Andy Atherton is reviewing “Space Jam” from 1996 starring Michael Jordan, Wayne Knight, Bill Murray, Bugs Bunny & Danny DeVito.

ESPN Goes On A HATING SPREE By Predicting The Lakers To Be One Of The NBA's Most Disappointing Teams, Stephen Jackson Removes LeBron James From The GOAT Debate With Michael Jordan For Joining Philly, Major News Reveals Lakers' Roster Expectations Go to https://kachava.com and use code DREAMERS for 15% off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben gives a behind-the-scenes look at Kevin O'Connell joining the Vikings radio broadcast while actively coaching, the guys discover the fascinating story of Jacob Thomas and debate another Power Trip trip to Vegas. Headlines remembers Tim Curry and somehow gets into Michael Jordan conspiracies and dinosaur denial.

Jason Mayden walked into Jordan Brand in 2001 as its first design intern. He designed the Air Jordan 2009 and the Jordan CP3.II, left in 2014 to build his own companies, and came back a decade later to run design for the entire brand. This past May he stepped out of that job into one that did not exist until he took it, VP of Jordan Visioneering and LA28 Creative Lead.We talked about the Air Jordan 41, and about almost everything except the spec sheet.He explains what he had to unpack coming back into the building, and lands on the line that frames the whole conversation, that this is a reverential era and not a referential one. He responds to what Leo Chang and Donald Kelsey found on the road this year, six months of research across three continents where not one young athlete asked for the heritage colors. He makes the case that the women's game is where the next real change in basketball footwear comes from, and explains why he studies technical boxing to think about design.He talks about the Air Jordan XX3 and working alongside Mark Smith, Tinker Hatfield, and Tom Foxen when the fight was over solvent free glue. He talks about the crew building the game shoe now, and what it was like to watch them come into their own. He talks about criticism, and why indifference is the only reaction that would bother him.And he tells the story of being seven years old in a hospital bed, fighting a blood infection, imagining himself as Lucius Fox working for Michael Jordan, who he thought was Bruce Wayne. That is where the word visioneering comes from.One line from this conversation has stayed with me since we recorded it. You never really finish an Air Jordan, you just run out of time.Nick Engvall has worked in the sneaker industry for over two decades. He built the original Eastbay Blog during his time at Sole Collector, led the first dedicated sneaker team for Complex, led the first UGC and seeding programs for Finish Line, was employee number 9 at StockX, and was Sr. Director at Stadium Goods.The Sneaker Newsletter: https://www.thesneakernewsletter.comSole Collector: https://www.solecollector.orgSmall Luxuries: Sneakers, out October 2026 from Motorbooks: https://bookshop.org/a/122044/9798317900854SUPPORT THE SHOW:Donate Through Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/sneakerhistoryBuy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/nickengvallSupport On Patreon: https://patreon.com/sneakerhistoryIf you are interested in advertising to our audience, contact us: podcast@sneakerhistory.com[Links contain affiliate links; we may receive a small commission if you purchase after clicking a link. A great way to support the pod!]Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

The 94 WIP Morning Show discusses Jalen Hurts' contract leverage and debate if he will remain the Eagles' starting quarterback through 2027. They also evaluate Victor Wembanyama's potential to reach Michael Jordan's level and conduct an "Other People's Players" draft for Philly teams. 01:00 - OPP Draft Picks 02:36 - Wembanyama Vs Jordan 04:54 - Hurts Contract Leverage 08:42 - Future Quarterback Poll 14:56 - Hurts Comparison Wentz

¿Y si el arte no fuera solo una pasión, sino la herramienta financiera más poderosa que existe? En este episodio de Dimes y Billetes hablamos con Filippo Giusti, artista italiano radicado en San Miguel de Allende, sobre por qué decidió romper el mito del "artista bohemio pobre" para convertir su obra en un negocio serio. También cuenta su historia personal: de crecer con dislexia y sentirse "el seis más triste de la historia" en la escuela, pasar por una carrera fallida como actor en Roma, mudarse a México por amor y llegar a la Ciudad de México justo antes del terremoto de 2017, hasta descubrir su vocación como pintor.Prueba café el Capitalhttps://cafeelcapital.com/s/08a4840:00 – "El arte es un bien de lujo, es un negocio" 1:43 – El origen histórico del negocio del arte: Van Gogh, el MoMA y el mito del "artista bohemio pobre"4:10 – Por qué el mito del "pintor pobre" es un sistema de creencias limitante 4:59 – El Renacimiento: Miguel Ángel y los mecenas que financiaban el arte 6:16 – Su visión: el arte como bien de lujo y estilo de vida sofisticado 6:43 – Por qué rompió el patrón del artista pobre para ser financieramente exitoso 8:12 – "Véndeles lo que quieren, dales lo que necesitan": su filosofía de negocio 9:03 – Los dos tipos de coleccionistas: los que buscan belleza y los que buscan inversión 11:02 – Su colaboración con el banco Kimber 12:23 – Cómo transformó los desayunos de "perspectivas económicas" en exposiciones de arte 16:40 – Su estrategia con museos: exponer en espacios de prestigio sube el valor de su obra 10–15% 18:44 – La triada ganadora: el artista, el capital y la institución artística 20:13 – Por qué apalancarse del mercado no "mancha" al artista 21:06 – Los dos extremos del arte: el 100% comercial vs. el purista 23:07 – Su niñez: bueno en arte, "malo" en matemáticas según la escuela 25:15 – La fórmula que escribió: Máximo Potencial = Pasión + Propósito 26:46 – Cómo encontró su propósito: promover la empatía a través de sus retratos 29:36 – El Renacimiento revisado: cómo la Iglesia y los Medici usaban el arte como branding 31:34 – "El arte es una imprenta de dinero": el valor subjetivo del arte 33:16 – El uso controversial del arte para deducir impuestos 34:44 – Por qué el arte abstracto no tiene reglas objetivas de valor 36:58 – La analogía de la firma de Michael Jordan: el valor de la historia detrás del objeto 39:39 – Por qué decidió no depender de galerías y ser dueño de su propia marca 41:36 – San Miguel de Allende: su lista de espera de dos años 46:50 – Su historia: nace en Livorno, Italia, y el choque con las expectativas de sus padres 47:56 – Su etapa como actor en Italia y por qué tocó fondo 52:21 – Cómo conoció a Paulina, su prometida, y la decisión de mudarse a México 53:25 – Llegar a México justo antes del terremoto de 2017 55:51 – El negocio de pieles que fracasó (y por qué fue una bendición) 56:35 – Descubrir Fábrica La Aurora: la comunidad de artistas que le cambió la vida 59:47 – Su rutina: pintar hasta 10 horas al día 1:00:33 – Su dislexia y el aprendizaje autodidacta en YouTube 1:09:45 – Su mentor Yago Partal, el escultor hiperrealista italiano 1:12:54 – La filosofía de Yago: "el verdadero éxito es no vender todo" 1:14:19 – Su estrategia de mantener su obra como inventario que se aprecia con el tiempo 1:18:31 – El caso de la familia Rothko: cuando el coleccionista gana más que el artista 1:19:32 – El coleccionista que le enseñó a compartir la plusvalía con el artista 1:21:41 – Su próxima serie "Mentores": retratos de quienes lo inspiraron 1:24:12 – Cómo contactarlo y su próxima exposición en Nueva York

Brian pays tribute to the passing of Dolly Parton at 80, reflecting on her decades-long marriage, her genuine kindness, and closing the hour with nine of her most striking public statements about prayer, faith, and heaven. He shares a bizarre and troubling story of four Georgia pastors publicly apologizing after sending anonymous packets falsely accusing another pastor of plagiarism, reflecting on the need for churches to hold themselves to a higher standard. Brian digs into John Piper's teaching on "the pleasure trap" — how earthly pleasures are meant to point our hearts toward God rather than become idols — and shares Alan Noble's Gospel Coalition piece arguing that a Christian's suffering, while mysterious, is never meaningless. He closes reflecting on financial anxiety and contentment after reading about a Michael Jordan jersey expected to sell for $10 million alongside rising healthcare cost anxiety among ordinary Americans, along with the surprising power of nostalgic worship music to remind us of God's faithfulness over time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fair & Biased Hour 4: John Lund breaks down all the hottest national news, John Gruden back on the mic, Michael Jordan jersey for 100 mill, & Puka Nacua likes McDonald's over In-N-Out (what an idiot). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Teague Sends LeBron James Fans Into A Rage After Saying Heat Are Better Than Sixers, LeBron James' Agent Claims LeBron James Is A Level Above Michael Jordan And Kobe Bryant, VJ Edgecombe Addresses LeBron James Potentially Stunting His Growth, Evidence Says Jordan Faced More Finals Talent Go to https://kachava.com and use code DREAMERS for 15% off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Daily Quiz - Sports and Leisure Today's Questions: Question 1: What sport is Scotland widely considered to be the home of? Question 2: With which sport is Steffi Graf associated? Question 3: What is the name of the classic game where players take turns placing black and white stones in an attempt to capture areas of the board? Question 4: With which sport is Michael Jordan associated? Question 5: The 100-meter butterfly and 100-meter freestyle are both events in what Olympic sport? Question 6: With which sport is Rafael Nadal associated? Question 7: What sport would you associate with The Copa del Rey? Question 8: Who was first to win the US Masters five times? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Going against Ceedee and GP is prepping me for what I need to be at my best." Caleb Downs  On the road, hitting all the Training Camps and had to make it to Oxnard to check out the rookie sensation- Caleb Downs who joins us for a conversation during his first NFL training camp with the Dallas Cowboys, stepping into the league as a first-round pick with expectations already sky-high. Caleb opens up about making the transition from college football to the NFL, the pressure that comes with being a highly touted first-rounder, and what it means to now wear the Cowboys star. He talks about going against elite teammates like CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens every day at practice, learning what separates NFL players, and the intensity of competing against the best in the world. He opens up on his immediate bond with Defensive Coordinator Christian Parker and what he sees in his new coach that can take the defense to the next level. The conversation also goes back to his championship-winning college career, his time playing for Nick Saban, and the lessons he took from one of football's greatest coaches. Caleb reflects on playing alongside stars like Jeremiah Smith, the competitive mindset that helped him win at the college level, and how those experiences prepared him for Sundays in the NFL. He shares how the upsets and losses are just as important as the wins in maintaining a championship mindset. Caleb tells the guys that since he was young, he's studied some of the greatest athletes from Kobe Bryant to Tom Brady to Michael Jordan not because of their skill set but because of their habits and uses his findings in his everyday life. Caleb also gets personal about family, the pride of following those who came before him, and what it means to have a brother already playing in the NFL while continuing a football legacy of his own. From winning in college to earning his place in Dallas, Caleb Downs gives The Pivot an inside look at the mindset, expectations and family foundation behind one of football's rising young stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Sports Guyz Only... The boys are back from Game Fair, Nathaniel is out for the week, and it doesn't take long for things to get contentious. After wondering why any college athlete making millions in NIL money would ever want to leave campus, the guys dive into the completely normal world of college quarterbacks making more money than most professional athletes—and whether college football has basically become pro football with classes on the side. Then comes the argument that nearly breaks the podcast: Josh Allen vs. Tom Brady. When Gavin makes the case that Josh Allen could be the best quarterback of the last 20 years based on pure talent, everyone immediately pushes back. Is Allen actually a more talented quarterback than Brady? How much should mobility, arm strength, accuracy, durability, football IQ, coaching, and supporting cast factor into the conversation? And at some point, don't Brady's seven Super Bowls have to matter? What starts as a quarterback ranking turns into a full-blown debate over how we judge greatness in sports. The guys compare Brady's ability to win in impossible situations with Allen's physical gifts, argue over fourth-quarter comebacks, drag Matthew Stafford into the discussion, and inevitably end up at Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James. By the end, the horse isn't just dead—it's been beaten into the ground. Elsewhere, the crew debates the best defensive linemen of the last 20 years, including J.J. Watt, Aaron Donald, Myles Garrett, Julius Peppers, and Jared Allen, before diving deeper into the increasingly ridiculous money surrounding college sports. With massive NIL valuations, constant transfers, enormous coaching salaries, and rosters costing tens of millions of dollars, the guys debate whether college football finally needs its own version of a salary cap. Plus: •Why college stars would ever leave for the NFL •Fixing the transfer portal •The value of NFL preseason •Myles Garrett vs. the greatest pass rushers of the last 20 years •The Vikings' greatest defensive linemen •MLB salary cap talk and the Dodgers' spending •The Twins somehow still drawing fans •The absurd money in college coaching It's GOAT debates, questionable statistics, college football money getting completely out of control, and one Josh Allen take that turns a friendly quarterback discussion into an all-out war. Thanks so much for listening to Sports Guyz Only and be sure to subscribe and review!    Join Flyways Hunt Club and get 1 month free! Flyways Hunt Club New Waterfowl Film out now! Out West | Waterfowl Hunting in Montana Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP

Dave Hyde and Joe Rose discuss the Dolphins' joint practice with the Giants, including the strong play of center Aaron Brewer and how he's making the guards around him better. Plus, the guys take a trip down memory lane to the Dolphins' 1980s teams, discussing Dwight Stephenson, the Don Shula-Bill Walsh rivalry, Miami's iconic Monday Night Football win over the undefeated 1985 Bears, and classic stories involving legends like Buddy Ryan and Mike Ditka. They also debate which legendary figure they'd most want to interview, with Dave choosing Paul McCartney and Joe picking Tiger Woods and Michael Jordan

Submit your questions or life advice to Nothing Major through the fan participation section at https://www.nothingmajorshow.com/On this Thursday episode of Nothing Major, Sam, John, and Stevie sit down with director Jason Hehir (The Last Dance) to break down his new Amazon feature doc Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter. Hehir explains how the project began in 2017, how he came aboard in 2023, the challenges of filming a story unfolding in real time, and why the original concept “The Two Novaks” evolved into The Wolf in Winter. They also discuss the trust-building process with Novak, the similarities and differences between Djokovic and Michael Jordan, and what surprised Hehir most about Novak as a father and competitor.Plus, the guys launch a new Sam segment: a snake draft of current top-100 players they least want on their team in a pool-table bar fight. Finally, they preview Roger Federer's upcoming Hall of Fame induction, sharing behind-the-scenes stories about how approachable and normal Roger is off court.00:00 Show Intro and Preview01:26 Jason Hehir Joins01:48 How the Doc Began04:56 Tennis Background and Early Career06:35 Building the Story Live11:32 Budget and Scope Choices13:17 Why Wolf in Winter17:12 Novak Off Court19:46 Mindset and Self Rivalry21:45 Jordan vs Novak Comparisons27:15 Final Cut and Notes29:56 Crashing the Big Three Party31:55 Interview Wrap and Reactions34:31 Sam Bar Fight Draft36:07 Nice Guys Draft Picks36:35 More Soft Picks37:38 Novak Debate38:26 Colman Wong Pick41:55 Federer Hall Of Fame43:33 Federer Stories45:38 Exhibition Travel Tales49:17 Who Introduces Roger49:59 Wrap Up And Rage Bait

Steak and Sandy debate whether Michael Penix Jr. should get the start in the final preseason game against the Dolphins and examine the Falcons' defensive depth. They welcome Todd Graffagnini to discuss the wild training camp brawl between the Saints and Cowboys and the performance of New Orleans' roster. The discussion also features a look at the Braves' hitting struggles and Michael Jordan's unparalleled competitive nature. 02:20 - Tua Tagovailoa and Falcons Defense 05:40 - Michael Penix Jr. Preseason Role 08:43 - Kirk Cousins on College Recruiting 16:12 - Braves Rotation and Hitting Slump 18:43 - Todd Graffagnini on Saints Brawl 30:21 - Three Strikes TV Sports Favorites 33:06 - Rory McIlroy and LIV Golf Value 36:01 - Michael Jordan's Pickup Game Fire

Stake and Sandy discuss the future of the Tour Championship at East Lake on The Steakhouse while reacting to Rory McIlroy's strong stance against LIV Golf players. They also recount an incredible Jamal Crawford story highlighting Michael Jordan's unmatched competitive spirit during summer pickup games. 01:43 - East Lake Golf Future 05:15 - LIV Golf Controversy 08:04 - Michael Jordan Stories

Everybody around you says the same thing: get your kid into travel baseball now, or he falls behind forever. Matt Hannaford spent 25 years as an agent, and his answer starts with one question most parents never ask.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN Travel baseball is a tool, not a verdict. It can be expensive and worth it, demanding and worth it. What decides which outcome you get is why you're playing in the first place. This episode answers three questions parents actually sent in. When does an 11-year-old need travel baseball? How you tell a broken program from a bad experience? Whether a nine-year-old who plays a year-round schedule is starting too early. Matt walks through what to protect at each age: development from 9 to 14, competition at 14 to 16, exposure at 16 to 18. He explains why one bad season is not proof the whole system failed you, and how to vet a new program without getting sold the same story twice.   EPISODE SUMMARY Matt Hannaford and producer Mike open on a follow-up to their travel baseball episode, where Matt argued the whole thing is a tool a family either uses well or wastes. Parents wrote back with real situations, and this Q&A works through three of them. Whitney in Fort Collins has an 11-year-old in rec ball and keeps hearing he'll never catch up if he doesn't jump to travel now. Matt's answer: at 11, a D1 scholarship isn't on the table yet, so that can't be the reason. What travel baseball does at that age is show you where your son stands and give the development pieces a place to grow. Go to events, but go for the right reason, not because everyone else is going. Hector in Albuquerque did one year of travel baseball, called it a money grab, and his wife is ready to quit for good. Matt draws the line between a broken program and a bad choice. One or two disappointing events isn't enough time to judge. A full season with no development plan you were promised is. He warns against jumping to the next team just because it promises a higher likelihood to send players to D1, since the program may have had little to do with those commitments. Denise in Savannah has a nine-year-old already being recruited for a year-round schedule and worries about cost and burnout. Matt reframes the worth-it question: decide what would make it worth it for your family, then build around it. Mix a national tournament with regional ones so a young player gets real competition without being thrown to the wolves. Protect his joy for the game, but don't protect him from failure. Matt closes with Michael Jordan getting cut, Wayne Gretzky's missed shots, and his former client Joey Votto, who learned to climb out of failure at every level. The obstacle is the way through.   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 — Travel baseball as a tool 3:28 — Whitney: does an 11-year-old fall behind 4:23 — Get clear on why you're playing 9:35 — Overcoming other parents' pressure 14:00 — Hector: broken program or bad team 14:40 — How much time a program earns 23:21 — Denise: is nine too early 23:56 — Protect the joy, not from failure 30:31 — Jordan, Gretzky, and Joey Votto   Have a travel baseball question you don't know who to ask. Send it to matt@mostvaluableagent.com. Matt reads every email and answers families directly, even the ones that don't make it on air. If this one helped you, pass it to a family who needs it.   Email your question: matt@mostvaluableagent.com   #TravelBaseball #YouthBaseball #BaseballParents #PlayerDevelopment #MVAPodcast

LeBron James Fans Lose It After Former NBA Players Rank Grant Hill And Penny Hardaway Over Him, Pablo Torre Unloads On LeBron James For Constantly Ring Chasing To Catch Michael Jordan, Former NBA Player Reveals Victor Wembanyama Is Building A Superpower In The Shadows Go to https://kachava.com and use code DREAMERS for 15% off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Roddick breaks down Iga Świątek's red-hot run heading into the US Open, what's changed in her game, and why she may be the player to beat in New York. Andy also dives into Ben Shelton's continued rise and what it will take for the young American to make the jump from contender to Grand Slam champion. Then, Emmy-winning director Jason Hehir joins Andy and Jon Wertheim to go inside his new Novak Djokovic documentary “The Wolf in Winter,” from Novak's battle with retirement and relentless pursuit of greatness to the fascinating parallels between Djokovic and Michael Jordan. In this episode: - Why Iga Świątek is surging at exactly the right time - What Świątek's form means for the US Open - Ben Shelton's next step toward becoming a Grand Slam champion - Jason Hehir on making Novak Djokovic: Wolf in Winter - Djokovic's complicated relationship with retirement - What Novak is still chasing this late in his career - The similarities between Novak Djokovic and Michael Jordan - What Jason learned about Djokovic after getting behind the scenes COMMENT BELOW: Which tennis player should get a documentary next?

The WIP Morning Team discusses whether they believe in Alec Bohm's turnaround late in the season and whether it is something that will stick. They also share what is going on around the MLB, reacting to news from other teams. The team then guesses how much a Michael Jordan jersey is selling for and also predicts what will happen with the Eagles and Patriots joint practice this week.

The WIP Morning Team discusses the news around Major League Baseball teams. They also discuss what to expect from the Eagles joint practice with the Patriots. They preview the AJ Brown reunion and try to guess how much a Michael Jordan jersey is being sold for.

Don Roberto is in the glass and somehow we end up explaining why Joel Embiid is basically a BMW — looks great, costs a lot, and is constantly in the shop.This week we get into Ryan Clark's exit from ESPN and why being good at your job might not matter if you don't build relationships with the people who can fire you. Fauci and COVID somehow making it back into the conversation, whether LeBron would eat Michael Jordan alive one-on-one, and perhaps our most responsible sports discussion yet — could a team of middle school boys beat a WNBA team?Probably nothing controversial in here at all.Pour something up and enjoy Episode 271 of The Carbon Footprint Podcast.

Are you letting ego or arbitrary goals dictate your personal growth and career? In this episode, Ethan sits down with executive and strategist Ryan Hanley to explore how letting go of perfectionism can completely shift your trajectory. They dive deep into the dangers of survivor bias, how to find true alignment in your daily work, and why shifting your mindset from self-serving metrics to being in service of others unlocks sustainable success. Ryan also breaks down how to reframe failure into valuable lessons and why acting as the person you want to become changes everything. Want more actionable insights from Ethan? Subscribe to his newsletter athttps://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribeSHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00:00 - Process vs. Perfection00:02:00 - Aligning Work with Your Identity00:06:05 - The Venn Diagram of Success and Satisfaction00:10:15 - Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, and Survivor Bias00:14:56 - Overcoming Ego When Pivoting Careers00:20:10 - How Ego Impacts Fitness and Dieting Goals00:24:43 - Living in Service of Others00:31:37 - Reframing Failure into Lessons00:37:54 - Applying "Act As If" to Daily Life00:45:34 - Managing Stress and Releasing Emotional Tension Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seeing your life clearly doesn't mean seeing it harshly.In this episode of Mindful Mondays, we explore how mindset and reframing shape not just how we think - but how our nervous system experiences the world.Many neurodivergent and highly sensitive people live with a loud inner commentary. Thoughts can feel convincing, critical, and fixed - yet thoughts are not facts.Together, we explore:* Growth mindset through a neurodivergent lens* Why reframing supports nervous system safety (not toxic positivity)* How meaning - not circumstances - shapes our experience* Why challenges often deepen, rather than diminish, a meaningful lifeDrawing on wisdom from thinkers and creatives including William James, Hugh Mackay, Tina Turner, Joan Rivers, Kurt Vonnegut, and Michael Jordan, this episode invites a gentler, truer way of seeing yourself.You'll also be guided through a reflective visualisation - The Gallery of Your Life - offering a new relationship with past moments, old judgments, and the stories you live inside.This is not about fixing yourself.It's about learning to see yourself in a way that supports you.Our Sponsors:

Get comfy and settle in: It's another story time with Stud ep! She tells her crazy-cool encounter with the one and only Michael Jordan, we all take a trip to the WI State Fair in search of "Sporkies" and JK reveals why he's in gay heaven. There's also a new edition of POPs you don't want to miss! Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notsupergreatpodcast Eat the delicious Bad Johnny's Pizza at The Longroom: https://www.badjohnnys.com/ Go to the places we record at: The Wolfhound https://wolfhoundchicago.com/ Web Pub https://www.webpubbucktown.com/ The Longroom https://www.longroomchicago.com/ Carol's Pub https://www.carolspub.com/ Wrigleyville North https://www.WrigleyvilleNorthChicago.com/  

Seeing your life clearly doesn't mean seeing it harshly.In this episode of Mindful Mondays, we explore how mindset and reframing shape not just how we think - but how our nervous system experiences the world.Many neurodivergent and highly sensitive people live with a loud inner commentary. Thoughts can feel convincing, critical, and fixed - yet thoughts are not facts.Together, we explore:* Growth mindset through a neurodivergent lens* Why reframing supports nervous system safety (not toxic positivity)* How meaning - not circumstances - shapes our experience* Why challenges often deepen, rather than diminish, a meaningful lifeDrawing on wisdom from thinkers and creatives including William James, Hugh Mackay, Tina Turner, Joan Rivers, Kurt Vonnegut, and Michael Jordan, this episode invites a gentler, truer way of seeing yourself.You'll also be guided through a reflective visualisation - The Gallery of Your Life - offering a new relationship with past moments, old judgments, and the stories you live inside.This is not about fixing yourself.It's about learning to see yourself in a way that supports you.Our Sponsors:

In this clip, the hosts react to the release of the Washington Wizards' new NBA schedule and preview their October 21st home opener against the Milwaukee Bucks. After years of the franchise being a "tough watch," the guys express renewed excitement for the upcoming season, breaking down the betting odds for game one and enthusiastically predicting a 2-0 start. Plus, Michael Jordan's agent, David Falk, drops by with his thoughts on A.J. Dybantsa.

In this clip, the hosts react to the release of the Washington Wizards' new NBA schedule and preview their October 21st home opener against the Milwaukee Bucks. After years of the franchise being a "tough watch," the guys express renewed excitement for the upcoming season, breaking down the betting odds for game one and enthusiastically predicting a 2-0 start. Plus, Michael Jordan's agent, David Falk, drops by with his thoughts on A.J. Dybantsa.

In this clip, the hosts react to the release of the Washington Wizards' new NBA schedule and preview their October 21st home opener against the Milwaukee Bucks. After years of the franchise being a "tough watch," the guys express renewed excitement for the upcoming season, breaking down the betting odds for game one and enthusiastically predicting a 2-0 start. Plus, Michael Jordan's agent, David Falk, drops by with his thoughts on A.J. Dybantsa.

In this clip, the hosts react to the release of the Washington Wizards' new NBA schedule and preview their October 21st home opener against the Milwaukee Bucks. After years of the franchise being a "tough watch," the guys express renewed excitement for the upcoming season, breaking down the betting odds for game one and enthusiastically predicting a 2-0 start. Plus, Michael Jordan's agent, David Falk, drops by with his thoughts on A.J. Dybantsa.

Joe Rose breaks down the importance of Malik Willis' running ability to the Dolphins this season and why Miami believes he has the potential to become a frontline quarterback. The guys also evaluate Miami's wide receiver room, with Caleb Douglas emerging as the clear No. 1 and Malik Washington at No. 2, while Willis continues building chemistry with his new targets. Plus, Joe explains why De'Von Achane doesn't need to play much tonight. The guys also discuss the Jayden Daniels-LSU feud dominating the D.C. sports media, Daniels' playing style and slender build, and how running quarterbacks like Josh Allen have dealt with the risk of injury. Hollywood's Headlines covers the wild “Indiana Bears” report, an injury to Colts special teams coach Brian Mason, Troy Aikman's comments about the Dolphins and the sports-card market's continued obsession with Michael Jordan.

Hollywood's Headlines covers a wild report about the Bears potentially moving to Indiana and becoming the “Indiana Bears,” an injury to Colts special teams coach Brian Mason during a preseason game, and Troy Aikman's comment that he won't have any Dolphins conflicts of interest on Monday Night Football because Miami doesn't have any games this season. Plus, Hollywood takes a look at the latest high-value sports cards, with Michael Jordan continuing to dominate the market.

What separates the best from the rest? In any profession, you have your elite performers… the top 5%... who seem to naturally differentiate themselves from everyone else. The question then becomes, “What makes them special?” I got the answer from Rockstar sports psychologist Gio Valiente, and last week, I shared it with the thousands of agents at my annual Success Summit. Today's Tom Ferry Podcast Experience delivers an excerpt from that session, exploring five traits common to those extraordinary individuals. In it, you'll learn: The reason why most people underperform compared to their potential Beyond talent and work ethic, why it's critical to own your unique perspective How elite performers turn best practices into habits and repeatable processes Why letting go of the “control freak” mentality is crucial to your success, and more!   Here's the harsh truth – all of us are capable of so much more than we actually achieve. If you're ready to tap into your full potential, this is a can't-miss episode! To catch up on the rest of the Success Summit main stage presentations, go to: https://store.tomferry.com/products/ondemand-summit-2026/  Social Copy   “You are not performing to your full potential.”

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Hockey Cards Gongshow podcast we start with Get To Know Your Hockey Hall of Famers, this time looking at the life, hockey career, and hobby market for hockey hall of famer, Yvon Cournoyer (12:06).  Next, we chat with NHL legend Theoren Fleury about hockey cards, collecting growing up, the importance of a great autograph, the hall of fame and stories from his incredible career (33:41).  In hobby news, Upper Deck's signed Michael Jordan box sells for huge money, what is Alt doing?, and a "Frankenstein" Honus Wagner sells at auction (1:32:42).  California Dave shares his five favorite PC cards (1:46:41). In new product releases, we give some current hobby box value plays (1:58:59), then end the show by sharing recent personal pickups (2:08:39).  Our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/HockeyCardsGongshowPartners & SponsorsThe Upper Deck Company - https://www.UpperDeck.comGongshow Breaks - https://www.GongshowBreaks.comGongshow Reloaded - https://www.GongshowReloaded.comHockeyChecklists.com - https://www.hockeychecklists.comSlab Sharks Consignment - http://bit.ly/3GUvsxNSlab Sharks is now accepting U.S. submissions!GP Sports Cards - https://gpsportcards.com/Total Sports Cards - https://totalsportcards.comSign up for Card Ladder - https://app.cardladder.com/signup?via=HCGongshoFollow Hockey Cards Gongshow on social mediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/hockey_cards_gongshow/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@hockey_cards_gongshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/HockeyCardsGongshowTwitter - https://twitter.com/HCGongshowThe Hockey Cards Gongshow podcast is a production of Dollar Box Ventures LLC

¿Cuánto se gana realmente en la WWE? ¿Qué tan actuada es la lucha libre? ¿Y por qué a los luchadores les cambian el nombre cuando firman contrato?En este episodio de Dimes y Billetes hablamos con Ángel Garza, luchador de tercera generación y estrella de la WWE, sobre su camino desde debutar a los 16 años en Monterrey hasta dar el salto al "sueño americano". Platicamos del negocio real detrás de las máscaras y las historias del ring, cuánto se gana en distintos niveles de la industria, cómo invierte en bienes raíces entre México y Estados Unidos, y las estafas que lo marcaron en el camino. Cierra con reflexiones muy honestas sobre crear una familia, criar hijas y qué herramientas quiere dejarles para un mundo con inteligencia artificial.Conoce más información de Brújula Comercial en:https://materiaconsulting.com.mx/Prueba café el Capitalhttps://cafeelcapital.com/s/08a4840:00 – El poder real (y los límites) de un luchador dentro de la industria 1:13 – Bienvenida: presentan a Ángel Garza 3:10 – Crecer en una familia de luchadores de tercera generación 4:20 – La vida en los vestidores: ver a los luchadores sin máscara de niño 7:26 – El peso de ser "hijo de": el caso Michael Jordan vs. LeBron y Bronny 9:14 – Debutar a los 16 años bajo presión y crítica de la industria 11:57 – Sus primeros años entrenando en la Arena Coliseo de Monterrey 14:04 – ¿Qué tanto es actuado en la lucha libre? La verdad detrás del ring 15:16 – Cómo funciona la "coreografía" e improvisación de una lucha 18:17 – Las historias y rivalidades: el guión detrás de la lucha libre20:39 – Ser "contratista independiente": el poder real que tiene un luchador 22:38 – Por qué peleó tanto por quedarse con el apellido "Garza" 24:27 – Cuando la empresa le pone tu personaje a otro luchador 25:00 – Sus primeros sueldos: 35 pesos por función 28:29 – Cómo el "exposure" en redes lo llevó a un reality y a quitarse la máscara 30:14 – El salto económico: de cobrar poco a ganar $20,000-30,000 por fin de semana a los 19 31:37 – El origen histórico de las máscaras en la lucha libre mexicana 39:54 – La lucha libre está en su punto más alto de popularidad: ¿por qué? 40:23 – Cómo la compra de Triple A por WWE profesionalizó la industria 43:29 – El salto a la WWE: 4 años de negociación 44:38 – Las pruebas físicas y de micrófono para entrar a la WWE 47:24 – Cómo lo eligieron: hablar inglés fue la clave53:47 – Formar una familia en Estados Unidos vs. en México 56:59 – Cómo invierte en bienes raíces entre Florida y México 59:36 – La regla financiera que hizo con su esposa para evitar los lujos 1:07:57 – ¿Cuánto se gana en la WWE? Los rangos reales de contrato 1:10:07 – Por qué el mexicano invierte distinto al americano (ladrillo vs. bolsa) 1:20:17 – ¿Educar a sus hijas en México o en Estados Unidos? 1:28:36 – Qué herramientas le quiere dejar a sus hijas para un mundo con IA 1:36:52 – La estafa que lo marcó: la inversión fallida en diamantes 1:41:22 – Su experiencia esquivando esquemas piramidales y multinivel 1:46:27 – La sociedad de negocio que terminó mal: el salón de eventos 1:53:44 – Por qué en México la ley protege más al inquilino que al dueño 1:57:23 – Su consejo final: "nadie aprende de consejos, se aprende de experiencias" 1:59:08 – Qué viene para Ángel Garza y el regreso de Los Perros del Mal 2:01:37 – Triple Manía en la Ciudad de México y despedida

Lakers Net Worth Grows To $12.5 Billion After LeBron James Leaves, Michael Wilbon Reveals ESPN Panicked Over Michael Jordan Joining NBC Sports, LeBron James' Former Teammate Says Michael Jordan Is Greater, ESPN LeBron James Shill Compares Knicks-Sixers Opener To NBA Finals Game 4 Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code CLNS to get $50 in daily fantasy lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back and probably not quite as good as last week's epic show! Please forgive us. We go over the winners and losers from NASCAR's trip out to Iowa. We look ahead to Richmond and make our picks as we move closer to the end of the regular season. IndyCar was in Portland over the weekend. They now go to Ontario and race around an all-new street course. Thanks for tuning in! 

The Idiots have a blast from the past guest and try not to rehash Ted's failures.  Ted once again tip lying over the truth.  AIrline flight is great if you aren't luggage.  Brad Pitt is a jagoff, according to Ted.

0:00 Intro 1:18 Scott provides his thoughts on Collin Gillespie's career development with the Suns 2:04 Scott pays tribute to his dear friend & former teammate Stacey King 3:31 Would Stacey King throw jabs back at Michael Jordan? 6:03 Can Nick Nurse manage all the egos & talent inside the Sixers locker room? 10:06 Should VJ Edgecombe come off Philly's bench? 11:11 Did Scott Williams see LeBron going on to have the career that he did? 13:02 Scott shares his thoughts on Giannis & the new look Miami Heat 16:47 Scott's early thoughts on Bulls top rookie Caleb Wilson 19:12 Does the NBA need a dynasty franchise or is it good to a different champion year to year? 22:14 Any memories of Phil Jackson playing mind games with Scott back in the day? 26:06 What teams or offseason moves really caught Scott's attention this Summer? 29:14 Is there going to be too much pressure on Rudy Gobert in Minnesota? 31:05 What frustrates Scott about today's era of NBA basketball? 36:05 Scott on the former NBA players declaring for the WNBA draft 38:15 Scott shares his thoughts on Michael Malone being the new Tar Heels head coach 40:30 What the Duke/UNC rivalry is like 44:32 Scott on the passing of his former coach Don Nelson 47:34 As a broadcaster what does Scott try to bring that stands out? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On episode 149 of the BJJ Balance Podcast, Mat and Kenny cover a little bit of everything: coaching a student to a second place finish, why "no-gi guys" get labeled emotional, and an honest, no-filter conversation about past steroid use, bodybuilding culture, and knowing when to walk away from it. They dive into the male period, showing vulnerability as a man, and why having a group of like-minded guys to talk to matters. From there it's straight into the GOAT debates: Michael Jordan's case as the greatest basketball player ever, and why GSP and Jon Jones are the two names that matter most in MMA history. They also talk BJJ gym culture and cross-training, how the internet changed jiu jitsu instruction forever, respect for old-school professors who had no resources to learn from, and shoutouts to Pantcho, B-Mac, and Craig Jones for their influence on the BJJ Balance brand. Plus: casting a BJJ Balance biopic, celebrity look-alikes, white boy stereotypes, conspiracy theory rabbit holes, and a wild story that gets saved for the After The Roll bonus segment. If you're into BJJ podcast content, jiu jitsu culture, MMA GOAT debates, and grappling community talk, this episode has it all.This episode is brought to you by Optiva Wellness. Head to OptivaWellness.com and use code BJJBALANCE10 to save 10% on your entire order.In this episode, Kenny & Mat dive intoPlease Follow BJJ Balance on all of our socials:IG: @BJJBalanceDiscord: discord.gg/bjjbalanceTik Tok: @BJJBalanceYouTube: YouTube.com/@BJJBalanceKenny IG: @FreakPartyBJJMatt IG: @oss_nation_bjj

We start with Fast Track and debate whether we'd want to see our future. Plus, who should call their own replays, Scottie Pippen's claim about his relationship with Michael Jordan, and the guys try to explain the science behind Skubal's nasty changeup. We also debate the NFL's international games before closing with Game of Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hollywood's Headlines covers Jacob Wilson setting an MLB record for consecutive games without an error, Ben Simmons working toward a return to basketball, and the latest twists in the Kyle Shanahan car accident story. Plus, Hollywood shares a bizarre jury-duty scam targeting an elderly man and another massive sports memorabilia sale involving a Michael Jordan jersey.

Hour 2 features the latest from Dolphins training camp, where Miami continues quietly making roster moves as players are cut and new faces are brought in, reinforcing that the roster is far from finalized. Joe and the crew then debate whether the Marlins have reached their ceiling with their current roster and spending approach, when Miami will seriously invest to build a contender, why the team wasn't a buyer at the trade deadline, and whether an MLB lockout could be looming. Plus, Joe shares a story about an accidental garage sale, the guys talk about the first day of school across South Florida, and Caleb Douglas' strong start to camp before Hollywood's Headlines covers Jacob Wilson's MLB record, Ben Simmons' potential return, the changing Kyle Shanahan car accident story, a bizarre jury-duty scam, and a major Michael Jordan memorabilia sale.

Jalen Brunson is now an NBA champion, a Finals MVP and a New York Knicks legend — and Ric Bucher argues that the decision that helped make it possible reveals an uncomfortable truth about what most NBA players actually value.On this episode of On The Ball, Ric revisits Carmelo Anthony's admission that he wouldn't have left $113 million on the table the way Brunson did. Melo's comments aren't quite as damning as they initially appeared, but they raise a bigger question: How many NBA stars are truly willing to sacrifice money, comfort and personal interests for the singular pursuit of a championship?Brunson did. And now he has the ring to show for it.That discussion leads Ric into why championships require more than talent — and why he remains skeptical that stars such as Anthony Edwards, Ja Morant, Joel Embiid and potentially Luka Doncic have demonstrated the single-minded discipline necessary to lead a team all the way.Ric also tackles another NBA obsession: LeBron James. Looking back at the controversial 2015 Finals MVP vote, he examines why LeBron's enormous statistical production didn't translate into winning and arrives at a larger theory about his place in basketball culture: attention and excellence have become increasingly difficult for fans and media to separate.Finally, Ric explains why Warriors fans waiting for another blockbuster move may be waiting for something that isn't coming. Golden State's realistic goal is relevance, not another championship — and the idea of rebuilding around a 39-year-old Steph Curry is, in Ric's view, pure fantasy.TIMESTAMPS00:00 — Welcome to On The Ball01:23 — Carmelo Anthony, Jalen Brunson and the $113 million question02:00 — Brunson joins the exclusive club of championship-leading stars02:14 — Why Tony Parker shouldn't have won the 2007 Finals MVP03:21 — Revisiting Andre Iguodala's controversial 2015 Finals MVP04:21 — Why Steph Curry received zero Finals MVP votes05:13 — LeBron's incredible 2015 numbers vs. what actually decided the series06:32 — The LeBron James dilemma: historic statistics, but not enough to win07:46 — How Brunson unexpectedly sparked a LeBron epiphany09:15 — Why LeBron generates more attention than anyone in NBA history09:51 — Attention isn't the same thing as excellence11:13 — LeBron's real superpower beyond his basketball talent12:03 — Why Steph Curry doesn't command attention the way LeBron does13:31 — Back to Brunson — and his place among NBA legends14:17 — The real context behind Carmelo Anthony's Brunson comments15:09 — The harsh reality: winning isn't most NBA players' No. 1 priority16:27 — What Brunson actually sacrificed for the Knicks17:20 — Why winning a championship requires an almost obsessive commitment18:32 — Ric on career ambition, fatherhood and changing priorities19:13 — Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, Bill Russell and unforgettable NBA experiences20:31 — What championship teams require beyond talent, health and luck21:14 — Why personal discipline matters for championship leaders22:04 — Anthony Edwards, Ja Morant, Joel Embiid and Luka Doncic: can they lead a champion?22:41 — The question Warriors employees keep asking Ric23:15 — Who can Golden State realistically add? Nobody who changes everything23:40 — What Warriors fans should realistically expect this season24:03 — The Warriors' critical mistake after the 2022 championship25:04 — Why rebuilding around Steph Curry makes no sense anymore25:47 — Curry, LeBron and Durant are still great — but you don't build around them now26:44 — Closing thoughts#NBA #JalenBrunson #Knicks #NewYorkKnicks #LeBronJames #CarmeloAnthony #StephCurry #Warriors #GoldenStateWarriors #NBAFinals #LukaDoncic #AnthonyEdwards #JaMorant #JoelEmbiid #Basketball #OnTheBall #RicBucherSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a new exciting Davey Mac Sports Program as we welcome Billy Mitchell (a.k.a. "The Greatest Video Game Player Of All Time") to the show!   We talk to Billy about controversies in the video game world, jealous people, beating up others trying who are trying to interfere in record attempts, human centipedes, and more!   Plus, we look at a dumb Brian Cashman decisions, a stupid Angel Reese comment, a moronic take from Colin Cowherd on Michael Jordan, and more!   It's a banger of an episode in this 443rd show of the award-winning* Davey Mac Sports Program that you need to experience!   BOOM!

Rog is joined by Leeds United manager Daniel Farke to discuss overcoming the challenges Leeds faced last season, changing to the 5-3-2 formation, and the unlikely sources he draws inspiration from (including Michael Jordan). Plus, the qualities of new signing Harry Wilson, and the expectations of being Leeds manager. Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Winning once can be luck. Winning repeatedly demands that you become someone different after every loss. AJ and Johnny sit down with elite performance coach Tim Grover to unpack the mindset behind sustained success. Drawing on his work with Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and other top performers, Tim explains why failure should change you, why focus matters more than time management, and why the smallest details often separate good from unstoppable. You'll learn how to manage your own mind, eliminate distractions, build trust through results, and stop searching for someone else's blueprint. This conversation is a direct look at the discipline, self-awareness, sacrifice, and relentless evolution required to keep winning long after the first success. Episode resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://elitehumandynamics.com/theos Chapters 00:00 – How Tim earned Michael Jordan's trust07:15 – The mindset behind repeated winning10:40 – Why failure must change you18:20 – How elite performers think differently22:50 – Reading people through small details28:10 – Controlling the battlefield in your mind31:10 – The truth about the Mamba mentality37:05 – Manage focus, not time40:20 – Why balance requires subtraction47:35 – The role of selfishness in success52:25 – Why there is no universal formula57:15 – Tim's strongest mental advantage A Word From Our Sponsors Get $250 off select AirDoctor air purifiers by using promo code CHARM at ⁠⁠⁠AirDoctorPro.com⁠⁠⁠. Shopify is where you go to start your business, and everything you need to sell is already there from day one. Start your free trial by going to ⁠⁠⁠SHOPIFY.COM/charm⁠⁠⁠ Connect with top talent ready to help your business grow by going to ⁠⁠⁠UPWORK.COM⁠⁠⁠. This year, skip breaking a sweat AND breaking the bank. Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mintmobile.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ mental toughness, winning mindset, peak performance, focus, resilience, self discipline, failure, success habits, elite performance, leadership, motivation, confidence, personal growth, high performance, mindset, productivity, time management, self awareness, competitive mindset, professional development Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices