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Is Anything Real?Data That Cuts Through the Noise | Ep. 11 with Ryan Stevens (Digital Reference)Too many agencies are drowning clients in dashboards, vanity metrics, and pretty charts that don’t move the needle. Ryan Stevens is here to burn that to the ground.In this episode of Is Anything Real in Paid Advertising?, Adam W. Barney sits down with Ryan, Founder of Digital Reference and the guy agencies call when they want their data to actually tell the truth.We dig into:The difference between “reporting” and real insightHow to kill useless KPIs before they waste your budgetWhy clean attribution is the ultimate trust-builderThe metrics client...
2025-08-2022 minIs Anything Real?Data That Cuts Through the Noise | Ep. 11 with Ryan Stevens (Digital Reference)Too many agencies are drowning clients in dashboards, vanity metrics, and pretty charts that don’t move the needle. Ryan Stevens is here to burn that to the ground.In this episode of Is Anything Real in Paid Advertising?, Adam W. Barney sits down with Ryan, Founder of Digital Reference and the guy agencies call when they want their data to actually tell the truth.We dig into:The difference between “reporting” and real insightHow to kill useless KPIs before they waste your budgetWhy clean attribution is the ultimate trust-builderThe metrics client...
2025-08-2022 min
Uncharted: Navigating Faith and LifeThrough the Fire with Ryan Wickline – Mindset, Suffering, and God's PurposeSend us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, I sit down with Ryan Wickline — host of Through the Fire Podcast, mindset coach, junior high wrestling coach, motivational speaker, and passionate Christ follower.We dive into Ryan’s journey coaching young athletes, how he uses mindset training to help them push past limits, and why it's so important to reject the lies the world tries to sell us. Ryan opens up about the role of suffering in our lives and how God uses it to shape us — not break us. Together, we explore Romans 5:3–4 and discuss the powe...
2025-06-1236 min
SPURZ and SPREADZAdam & Scott finish up their Grand Slams in FL - Patrick Strikes in ALTurkey season is in full swing. Join us as we tell Adam and Scott’s Grand Slam stories from last week in FL, Patricks kill in AL, and Chas has fun with Adam as he grieves over a MS miss.
2024-04-051h 02
PerpetualHow 6AM City Became the Nation’s Fastest-Growing Newsletter-First Local Media CompanyHow does the co-founder of the nation’s fastest-growing newsletter-first media company think about scaling, investing, and running a local media company? Adam sits down with Ryan Heafy, the CEO of 6AM City, to discuss the ins and outs of local media and the challenges and opportunities it presents. Ryan shares how his passion for the local economic development of communities led him to create 6AM City and how the community-led newsletter managed to capture a sustainable local revenue source in the process. What are his top strategies for increasing LTV? How does Ryan think abou...
2024-03-2727 minSPURZ and SPREADZEpisode #6 - The Hunts of our lives! - MS Youth Season! - Wynn Ryan & Brantley Stokes 1st TurkeysJoin us as we get the kids involved! The Hunts of our lives! Wynn Ryan and Brantley Stokes tell us all about their success in the turkey woods this past youth weekend!
2024-03-1454 minPerpetualA Candid Conversation with One of Sports’ Fastest-Growing Media Companies, with Adam White of Front Office SportsThink sports media is mainstream? Meet the company that believes sports media isn’t nearly mainstream enough. It’s Adam v. Adam as Adam White, CEO and founder of Front Office Sports drops by the pod to discuss the future of sports media and reveal how FSO is creating a unique and engaging media experience by merging the brand with the power of its team’s individual personalities. Adam breaks down FSO’s key business pillars and explains their play-by-play approach to thinking about commercial opportunities beyond just advertising. How do they manage to navigate the niche...
2024-03-1320 minSPURZ and SPREADZEpisode #2- COO & Co-Founder Apex Ammunition, Jared Lewis- Adam’s Therapy Session- The “Free Gobble”In this episode we sit down with Jared, one of the visionaries behind Apex Ammunition and discuss the story of how it all got started. Plus enjoy the “Free Gobble” argument, and the guys try to break down what they call “Therapy Session” for Adam
2024-02-1356 minPerpetualKeeping It Weird with SXSW Co-President & CPO Hugh ForrestSXSW is quintessential Austin. So how did this main staple of Austin culture grow to its astounding 36 years of festival success since its initial conception in 1987? Join Adam Ryan as he interviews Hugh Forrest, Co-President & Chief Programming Officer at SXSW, to learn how the organization thinks about creating lasting, impactful cultural moments and what aspects of the festival have had to evolve with the rise of social media. How does SXSW generate one-of-a-kind viral moments while still adhering to its unique brand of authenticity? Hugh discusses the impact of technology startups at SXSW and reveals hi...
2024-01-3130 minPerpetualS4 BONUS EPISODE: The Secret B2B Formula for Conquering Multiple Verticals, with Endeavor Media GroupCEO Chris FerrellFiguring the right marketing fit as a B2B can feel like throwing spaghetti at a wall—sooner or later at least one strategy has to stick… right? But how can you optimize the path to finding the right verticals in the meantime?Join Adam Ryan as he sits down with Chris Ferrell, CEO of Endeavor Business Media, to discuss the ins and outs of the media industry and the strategies behind building a successful B2B brand. From choosing the right verticals to navigating acquisitions, Chris shares his expertise and insights on how to thriv...
2023-11-2233 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordBeef Brothers (Mahorn and Ruland) - 2023 Conference Finals, NBA lottery, Ja Morant and Rick on Isiah - BB6The legendary Beef Brothers (Rick Mahorn and Jeff Ruland) return for episode six.01:49 2023 NBA Draft Lottery - Wemby to San Antonio Spurs06:21 Ralph Sampson (and Bill Walton) - similarities to Victor?07:16 Manute Bol was how old when he joined NBA?! Chuck Nevitt mention!08:37 Bill Garnett ('82 Draft - pick #4) and Jeff Ruland have beef!09:09 Rick offers Jeff tissues to get over the incident!09:33 Ja Morant brandishing a weapon (again) on social media13:27 Lakers and Nuggets - West Finals discussion15:03 Mile-high (in Denver) or just high?16:28 76ers' woes - fallout...
2023-05-2328 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordBeef Brothers (Mahorn and Ruland) - 2023 Playoffs (round one winds-up), Rick and Jeff's fun / frivolities - BB5The legendary Beef Brothers (Rick Mahorn and Jeff Ruland) return for episode five.01:12 2023 NBA Awards thus far03:23 Rick Mahorn nominated for Washington Wizards President?!05:12 Players who find a great fit on the right team06:23 Kyrie conundrum06:37 Jeff and Rick's role on 1980s Bullets08:55 2023 Playoffs - 76ers, Nuggets and Suns advance to round two09:47 Trae Young shocks Boston (Game 5)10:30 Celtics vs 76ers / Heat vs Knicks (round two preview)11:50 Heat's reliance on Jimmy Butler - who else can help?12:45 Importance of good health in the playoffs, Embiid's return14:18 Dillon...
2023-04-2833 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordAdam on Hard Quiz (TV). Michael Jordan, Scouts Australia, The Incredibles and Penny Farthings - AIR131Watch Adam's TV debut. Or, listen to this audio and learn how his adventure went. Can he justify his self-proclaimed title of Michael Jordan / NBA-history obsessive?!I recently made my first - and perhaps last - appearance on television. I was a contestant on Australia's top-rated game show, Hard Quiz. The Australian Broadcasting Corporation's on-demand TV streaming service, ABC iview, describes Hard Quiz thusly: "Not satisfied with winning the 2022 AACTA Award for Best Comedy Entertainment Program, Tom Gleeson has combed the nation to find a new bunch of self-nominated experts willing to undergo the HARDEST test there...
2023-04-2634 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordBeef Brothers (Mahorn and Ruland) - 2023 Playoffs, Jeff denies MJ ('84) and Zeke punches Rick ('90)! - BB4The legendary Beef Brothers (Rick Mahorn and Jeff Ruland) return for episode four.00:50 NBA reg-season recap (best records, league leaders)01:18 NBA MVP picks for 2023 season02:41 League parity04:03 Did Suns win Durant trade?04:52 Will Kyrie and Luca remain a duo, win a title?06:28 Dwane Casey's replacement as Pistons coach07:17 Josh's Giddey nether regions / Beef Brothers inflicting pain08:13 Fashion sense (or lack thereof) in today's NBA09:47 2023 Play-in Tournament (last two games)11:43 2020 NBA Playoffs - Round one preview15:28 Wizards' outlook / free agency across the NBA18:59 Beef Brothers washing uniforms...
2023-04-1829 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordBeef Brothers (Mahorn and Ruland) on All-Star Game fixes, Rick's Pistons trade (1985) and Jeff's 1984 ASG - BB3The legendary Beef Brothers (Rick Mahorn and Jeff Ruland) return for episode three.- NBA season thru Mar 1, 2023- All-Star Game fixes?- Rick's trade from the Washington Bullets to Detroit Pistons (1985)- Jeff's 1984 All-Star Game memories- Listener-submitted questionsPlease note that Rick was absent from part of this recording (when Jeff recalls his ASG memories and responds to listener feedback).Watch conversations online - episodes live on the Beef Brothers' YouTube channel. There's 24 minutes of video from episode three. The remainder is a separate audio-only upload.
2023-03-2139 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordBeef Brothers (Mahorn and Ruland) on today's NBA, Paul Silas, Manute Bol and more - BB2The legendary Beef Brothers (Rick Mahorn and Jeff Ruland) return for episode two.- NBA season thru Dec 11, 2022- Rick and Jeff's iconic Beef Brothers photo shoot- Paul Silas' recent passing (3x NBA Champ)- Manute Bol memories (2x Block Champ)Watch conversations online - episodes live on the Beef Brothers' YouTube channel. Though there's no (full) video of episode two, select clips will be added soon.We encourage your interaction - ask questions or add comments on YouTube and the Beef Brothers will respond in future episodes. If...
2022-12-2638 min
PerpetualPerpetual: Series TrailerThe world of Media is moving faster and faster. Media executives have more to process than ever before and need to know what’s working today, while keeping pulse on tomorrow.Perpetual peels back the curtain on what media executives are doing to stay at the top of their game, combined with rigorous predictions on the future..Hosted by Adam Ryan, Co-Founder and CEO of Workweek, the show zooms in on how executives are executing their playbooks. Guests are world-class at what they do, coming from companies like 6AM City, Dirt, and Se...
2022-12-0301 min
PerpetualS4 E5: Adam's Hot Take: Ben Smith CommentaryWhat makes Ben Smith different from so many journalists? He’s not reporting the news, he’s breaking it.Adam takes 5 minutes to deep dive into exactly what this means, how it sets Ben up as the go-to journalist in media, and why he has an athlete mindset.And if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into media: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetualAnd if you love listening to Perpetual please leave me a...
2022-11-2306 min
PerpetualS4 Ep2: How Elon Musk Will Create The Best Ad Platform In The WorldIf you’re a media operator looking for a fresh take on the Elon/Twitter story, you’ve found it here.Adam Ryan runs through the issues from a media perspective, digging into Elon’s proposed changes to advertising on the platform and how it’s likely to squeeze out the likes of Meta. Searing analysis, great commentary and all inside 5-minutesAnd if you want to get into it further, follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper i...
2022-11-0804 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordRick Mahorn and Jeff Ruland - Meat the Beef Brothers (new series) - BB1The debut episode of a new series featuring the legendary Beef Brothers, Rick Mahorn and Jeff Ruland.Our goal is to regularly release episodes of 45 minutes or less. Rick and Jeff share their opinions on today's NBA, before we go back in time to explore the wonders of NBA history. The Washington Bullets' Beef Brothers were arguably the NBA's most-fearsome duo from 1982 through 1985. They teamed with Greg Ballard (RIP) to form an imposing front-line.Select episodes may feature special guests, Bullets-era teammates or adversaries from the halcyon days of Rick's and Jeff's careers. The audio...
2022-10-3033 min
The Business Cloud60. Adam Ryan: From President of The Hustle to becoming the Founder of WorkweekWe have an extraordinary guest in Adam Ryan, the CEO and Co-Founder of Workweek on the podcast. We cover a wide range of topics like Adam starting Camp Kesem while in college, starting his career in teaching, and then pivoting into media once he found his true calling. It's an exciting conversation as Adam has a wealth of knowledge in media, content creation, and entrepreneurship.
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2022-09-0531 min
PerpetualS3 EP6: Core Competencies: Why Media Companies No Longer Have to Stay In Their LaneThe days of single focus media businesses are declining. Adam Ryan explains why multiple core competencies are opening up huge opportunities for media companies.Adam dives straight in with a look back at how traditional media companies operated, focused almost exclusively on one part of their business - like advertising. But with barriers to areas like distribution getting lower, media companies are jumping on the opportunity to spread their wings and explore diverse business opportunities, like Barstool’s ghost kitchen. And if you’re building a media business, this 5-minute breakdown is going to be...
2022-09-0104 min
PerpetualS3 EP4: Why Media Companies Should Avoid the Lowest Common DenominatorIs low signal content really the answer for follower engagement? Adam Ryan has some strong feelings around playing to the lowest common denominator. Find out more.Adam gets straight into a subject all media companies should be talking about. In this 5-minute episode he talks clickbait, creating content with one person in mind, and how negative signaling and the lowest common denominator go hand-in-hand.You’ll also hear Adam’s take on vanity metrics and why they clash with Workweek’s values.Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to...
2022-08-2504 min
PerpetualS3 EP3: How Often Can You Push Products To Your Audience?How do you get the right balance between pushing your products and keeping on the good side of your audience? In this 5-minute teardown, Adam Ryan takes you through his thoughts on getting it right, with some practical examples thrown in along the way. If you’re running a media company, a creator or building audiences of any kind, this is the episode for you.Follow Adam on Twitter:https://twitter.com/AdamRy_n and sign up to the Perpetual newsletter, where he dives deeper into subscription models: https://workweek.com/brand/perpetualAnd...
2022-08-2307 min
PerpetualMedia Moves: Season 3 Trailer - Content to CommerceThe media landscape is changing fast and content to commerce is the number one topic on the minds of media operators.Ever since Penn Gaming bought a stake a Barstool, media companies have sat up and decided they want some skin in the game.Media Moves understands the playbook inside out and every week listeners can expect to hear from high-quality guests for their ONE play to help businesses leverage the content to commerce dynamic.Hosted by Adam Ryan, Co-Founder and CEO of Workweek, the show will delve deeper into topics like how...
2022-08-0201 min
PerpetualS2 EP17: The Problem With Media Subscription Models And The Shocking StatisticsThis is a spicy one. Why don’t subscription models work? Because they rely on subscription sleepers. Adam Ryan, digs into what that means for media companies.Adam pulls no punches in this 5-minute episode. Find out just how many subscribers become inactive the day after sign-up and why a subscription model should never be your sole play.You’ll also hear Adam’s thoughts on media companies setting the cancellation barrier so high and why Workweek has taken a completely different approach to subscription.And if you wa...
2022-07-2805 min
PerpetualS2 EP16: Adam’s Hot Take: Why Informa Bought Industry Dive And What it Means For MediaWhy would a huge European event business snap up a relatively unknown media company? In this 5-minute tear down, Adam Ryan has the answers.Join Adam as he shares his personal experience talking to Industry Dive CEO Sean Griffey, why Informa has done the math, and some of the challenges they’ll face going forward.You’ll hear Adam’s spicy takes on whether this vertical play will convert, why media is always an execution game, and why going deeper with the audience is Informa’s next challenge.To hea...
2022-07-2607 min
PerpetualS2 EP14: 3 Ways to Retain Talent and Stop Creators GraduatingHow do you retain talent and keep your creatives in-house? It’s a question that’s plagued media operators for years, and Adam has the solution.In fact, he has 3. Join Adam, as he takes a 5-minute run through on ways to create the kind of work environment that encourages and nurtures your top talent.You’ll also hear Adam’s hot takes on the creator economy and relatable examples. One to take note of.Don’t forget to subscribe and join Adam for season 3 as he asks media operators for their...
2022-07-1906 min
PerpetualS2 EP9: How Adam’s Thinking About a RecessionWith a 50% chance of recession in the next two years, it’s time to get into the circle of success. Adam Ryan explains.Join Adam as he takes a 5-minute run at explaining how to succeed during a recession. While not all industries are recession-proof, you can give yourself the best chance of survival by creating a smaller circle of success.How? By knowing your short and long term bets. Plenty of insights drawn from experience, give this one a listen.And if you love listening to Me...
2022-06-2906 min
PerpetualMedia Moves: Season 2 TrailerMedia operators know the challenge of executing in a competitive market. It’s tough getting ahead, and it’s even tougher staying ahead in a constantly moving industry.A well-timed prediction can help you smoothly navigate what’s coming around the corner. And that’s what we are lasering in on with season 2 of Media Moves.I’m Adam Ryan, Co-Founder and CEO of Workweek. On this show we’re zooming in on the future of the media industry, both short and long term. Here’s what to expect. Firs...
2022-05-0602 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMemorable NBA Games: Detroit's Dumars dazzles in Cleveland (Apr 18, 1989) - Pistons at Cavaliers - AIR130We journey back to 1989 and discuss a key matchup between Central Division rivals, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons.Let's welcome a new friend to the show – Ryan Van Dusen – an archivist and curator of Detroit Pistons and NBA-history content at-large. Over 80,000 fans already subscribe to Ryan's YouTube channel.It’s the final week of the 1989 NBA regular season. This contest had significant implications on postseason play. For added context, we cover a few incidents that happened earlier in the season that had an impact on this game – including a late-January fight between the Cavs’ Brad Daugh...
2022-05-0255 min
PerpetualMedia Moves: Season 1 TrailerThe world of Media is moving faster and faster. When executives have more to process than ever before, how do you stay ahead of what’s coming around the corner?I’m Adam Ryan, Co-Founder and CEO of Workweek. And as a media executive I know how hard it can be to keep up with our perpetually changing industry. That’s why I started Media Moves: To deliver the latest news, moves and predictions media executives need to know to stay at the top of our industry.Our conversations have two parts. First we zoom in on...
2022-02-2501 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordAdam on 200 episodes and how fans can support the showHey, it's Adam here. A quick podcast update for you as we near the end of 2021.It's official. My recent conversation with the great Jerry Colangelo was episode number 200 overall. It was the 127th edition of 'In all Airness'. The remaining episodes are a combination of detailed season-recaps, short-form stories and a few podcast updates.My great mate Aaron Stehn has featured regularly throughout the history of the show. We released a 30-episode series called #NB85 (devoted to Michael Jordan's rookie season). Our #NB86 series (you guessed it, chronicling the 1986 NBA seaon) is comprised of 15...
2021-12-0204 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordDave Cowens: Hall of Fame legend, 2x NBA Champion, MVP, 8x All-Star and Boston Celtics great - AIR125I’m excited to welcome Basketball Hall of Fame legend, Dave Cowens. The first NBA Most Valuable Player to appear on the podcast. In this fun, insightful and wide-ranging conversation, Dave discusses his days at Newport Catholic HS and run-ins with the assistant principal, who also doubled as his basketball coach. Dave details his recruitment to Florida State University – where he was a four-year standout with the Seminoles.Dave recounts an intriguing letter he wrote to Celtics legend – and then-Cincinnati Royals coach, Bob Cousy – ahead of the 1970 NBA Draft. Cowens was a busy man in the lead-up to his r...
2021-10-071h 26
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordAdam's 1994 NBA Tour: Iconic arenas and countless memories. Where's MJ?Approximately 20 basketball crazies here in Australia, flew to the USA for two weeks of NBA experiences we’ll never forget. It was an amazing time that I’ve occasionally mentioned throughout the course of this podcast’s existence.You’re about to hear me reflect on that trip, enhanced with additional research and select audio clips. I also share a few unexpected twists and turns that I guarantee even the most ardent fans of the show have never heard before.Once you’ve listened to this episode, I recommend venturing into the podcast archive. A great mate...
2021-07-2120 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordAdam on future episodes, new website and how you can support the showSend Adam a text message.Hey, it’s Adam here. A quick podcast update for you as we near the end of the first week of July, 2021. Here’s a snapshot of what’s happening behind the scenes.I have recorded - but not yet released - part one of my conversation with Wali Jones. He starred in college at Villanova, before entering the NBA and earning an All-Rookie selection in 1965 and winning an NBA championship in 1967 as a key member of one of the most-dominant teams in history - the Philadelphia 76ers. Wali discusses his me...
2021-07-0602 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordBob Ryan: 1976 NBA Finals - Game 5 (3OT) - [45th anniversary - Suns v Celtics] - AIR119Last week marked the 45th anniversary of Game 5 (3OT) of the 1976 NBA Finals. Phoenix Suns at Boston Celtics. It's often called The Greatest Game Ever Played.Let's welcome back legendary Basketball Hall of Famer, Bob Ryan. Plus, my good pal from Phoenix (who lives in Los Angeles) - Suns Super Fan - Adam Beechen. We discuss the iconic game, the series in general and numerous other topics from NBA history.Though it was the early hours of June 5th here in Australia, for Bob and Adam, our conversation was held on the afternoon of June 4...
2021-06-0834 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordAdam guests on NBL Pocket Podcast - AIR118My friend, Joseph Corr - host of NBL Pocket Podcast - invited me on his show. We recorded this evergreen conversation in August of 2019. The episode was released on his podcast feed in early 2020.This is my edit of the hour-long episode that Joe released. Fans of my show may be interested to hear me mention a few guest episodes that have not yet come to fruition. We also discuss plenty of 1990s NBA topics.Joe's podcast is primarily focused on Australia's National Basketball League (NBL). Our league gained global recognition recently due to its...
2021-05-0545 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMessage from Adam - 2021 updateHey, it's Adam here. A quick update for you on the lack of podcast episodes over the past month or two. My health hasn't been great recently, so I chose to take a break for the first time in more than eight years. New episodes will return later this month and I plan to be back bigger and better than ever. Thanks for including my show in your podcast rotation. Remember, you can always reach me via e-mail. All the best and thanks once more for being a listener of the show.
2021-04-0700 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordBob Ryan: Legendary Boston Globe columnist and Basketball Hall of FamerLet's welcome iconic Boston Globe columnist and Basketball Hall of Famer, Bob Ryan. His excellent book, Scribe: My Life in Sports (2014), will be the framework of our multi-part conversation.In this first instalment, we cover Bob’s early life in New Jersey - his parents’ influence on his love of sports, the first column he released as an 11-year old, his transition to grade school and on to Boston College where he’d first meet recently-retired NBA star, Bob Cousy - and a few years hence - the legendary Red Auerbach. Bob chats about calling the Eagles’ basketba...
2021-01-2341 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordAdam's 2020 updateSend Adam a text message.Hey, it’s Adam here. A quick podcast update for you as we near the end of 2020 – a year like no other in our living history.To the super fans out there – I won’t single anyone out, but I’m confident you know who you are – your messages of support, podcast reviews and appreciation over the past eight years continue to stoke my passion for the show.I am asked from time to time how fans can monetarily support the podcast. Now, this is a possibility. Completely optional, of...
2020-12-0801 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordGreat NBA Games: Michael Jordan returns - Chicago Bulls at Indiana Pacers (Mar 19, 1995) - AIR094Adam and Aaron dissect Michael Jordan’s comeback game at Indiana - March 19th, 1995 - the Pacers hosted the visiting Bulls, at Market Square Arena.We discuss the circumstances behind Jordan's return, uncover great tidbits that preceded this much-hyped match-up and of course, offer an in-depth recap of the game itself. We chat about Michael's post-game presser, too.In the podcast archives, you’ll find numerous guest episodes that add even deeper context to this conversation. Bill Wennington, Luc Longley and Corie Blount played for the Chicago Bulls in this game. Legendary reporter, Peter Vecsey, and...
2019-04-161h 06
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's fourth NBA season - December 5 through 18, 1987 - NB88-5Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's fourth season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- December 5 through December 18, 1987- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyNotable:- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar‘s streak of 787 straight double-figure scoring games ends- Larry Jordan (Michael’s brother) drafted by the IBA’s Chicago Express- Ralph Sampson traded from Houston to Golden State for Joe Barry CarrollLinks discussed:* Chicago versus Houston - Rockets trade Sampson after...
2019-03-0629 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordAdam guests on Forgotten Maverick (Dallas Mavs Archives) - AIR088My friend, Mike Fraler, host of Forgotten Maverick (now Mavs Archives) invited me on his show.We discuss how our podcasts came to be and reminisce about our love of NBA history. I also discuss my 1994 and 1995 trips to the USA, and how luck wasn’t on my side – both times I visited the States, Michael Jordan was in the midst of his first retirement. Fancy some NBA trivia? Listen in and test your knowledge against mine.As the name of Mike's podcast cleverly suggests, he chats with Dallas Mavericks players of years gone by. Mike...
2018-12-1940 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's fourth NBA season - November 21 through December 4, 1987 - NB88-4Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's fourth season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- November 21 through December 4, 1987- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyNotable:- Petur Gudmundsson – career-high 21 points- Mark McNamara – career-high 22 rebounds- Franklin Edwards – career-high 16 assistsLinks discussed:* Travelin’ Bulls (Higher Ground)* Jordan jabs Jazz: “Was he big enough?”This episode continues our coverage of the 1987-88 NBA season. If you enjoy the content, please share it wit...
2018-11-1430 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's fourth NBA season - November 7 through November 20, 1987 - NB88-3Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's fourth season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- November 7 through November 20, 1987- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyNotable:- Larry Bird opens the season with an amazing performance at Washington- Artis Gilmore returns to Chicago (last played for the Bulls in 1982 season)- Chicago wins its 500th game in franchise history- Darren's day(e). Bird-less Celtics, down 28, beat Knicks at the buzzer...
2018-09-2533 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan’s fourth NBA season - 1987 Hall of Fame Game (Bulls v Lakers - preseason) - NB88-2Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's fourth season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- 1987 NBA Hall of Fame Game - Bulls versus Lakers- The origin story of Michael Jordan's 'Come Fly with Me' dunk- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyLinks discussed:* Chicago Bulls v L.A. Lakers – Hall of Fame Game (87-88 preseason)* 1988 Bulls Luncheon – Jordan, Pippen & Oakley All-Star presserThis episode continues our coverage of the 1987-88 NBA season. If you...
2018-09-0425 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan’s fourth NBA season - pre-draft / 1987 Draft, 1987-88 Bulls training camp and preseason games - NB88-1Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's fourth season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Off-season news, notes and quotes- 1987 NBA Draft- Chicago Bulls 1987-88 training camp and preseason games- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyWe’re back with a new series (#NB88). Following a brief visit to April of 1987, we head to early-to-mid June, discussing a wide array of interesting topics and happenings from the NBA’s off-season.We cover the 1987 NBA Draf...
2018-08-181h 22
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - 1987 Playoffs through Finals - NB87-13Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Playoffs through 1987 NBA Finals (April 23 through June 14)- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyThe ultimate episode of #NB87. Notable milestones:- Magic Johnson - named Most Valuable Player / Finals MVP- Chuck Person - named Rookie of the Year- Ricky Pierce - named Sixth Man of the Year- Michael Cooper - named Defensive Player of the Year
2018-08-0759 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - March 31 through April 19, 1987 - NB87-12Adam and Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – March 31 through April 19, 1987- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyNotable milestones:- Trent Tucker - career-high 34 points-John Salley - career-high 28 points- Kenny Walker - career-high 26 points- John Paxson - career-high 14 assists- Nick Vanos - career-high 13 reboundsLinks discussed:* Jordan throws down some classic dunks versus th...
2018-07-0641 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - March 16 through 30, 1987 - NB87-11Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – March 16 through 30, 1987- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyNotable milestones:- Jeff Malone - career-high 48 points- Darrell Walker - career-high 39 points- David Wingate - career-high 28 pointsLinks discussed:* MJ delivers a classic leaner, Bulls dominate Clippers* Johnny ‘Red’ Kerr‘s tribute to Julius ErvingThis episode continues our cove...
2018-05-1141 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - March 1 through 15, 1987 - NB87-10Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – March 1 through 15, 1987- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyNotable milestones:- Jeff Malone - career-high 48 points- Darrell Walker - career-high 39 points- David Wingate - career-high 28 pointsLinks discussed:* MJ scorches the Pistons for a Silverdome-record 61 pointsThis episode continues our coverage of the 1986-87 NBA season. We encourage your interaction. Fe...
2018-02-1636 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - February 14 through 28, 1987 - NB87-9Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – February 14 through 28, 1987- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyNotable milestones:- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar - surpassed 36,000 career points- Sidney Moncrief - surpassed 10,000 career points- Gerald Wilkins - career-high 43 points- Buck Williams - career-high 35 points- Michael Jordan - seventh-highest scoring game ever (58 points)- Nate McMillan - career-high 25 assists...
2018-01-2236 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordAdam and Lisa's USA holiday - Christmas Day NBA, meeting Bernard King and more - AIR080My lovely wife Lisa joins me to discuss the highlights / basketball-related experiences from our recent USA holiday. We visited the States for three weeks - Dec 20, 2017, through Jan 10, 2018.Hear about my first (in-person) NBA game in 23 years, Lisa's first-ever NBA game, meeting Hall of Fame legend Bernard King, catching-up with previous podcast guests and plenty more.Send Adam a text message or voicemail.Support the showListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | OvercastFollow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookAdam's free Substack
2018-01-1225 minNBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMessage from Adam - on holidays - episodes return, mid-to-late January, 2018Hey, it’s Adam here. A quick note to advise you that I’ll be away on holidays for the next-three weeks. As I record this here in Australia, it’s December 19th, 2017. My wife and I fly to the USA tomorrow. We’re visiting New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you live near any of those cities and would be interested in meeting-up for a quick coffee, I’m all for it. Our first stop is New York - we’ll be attending the 76ers @ Knicks game on Christmas Day @ Madison Square Garden. My podcas...
2017-12-1800 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - January 30 through February 13, 1987 - NB87-8Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – January 30 through February 13, 1987- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyNotable milestones:Ron Harper - career-high 40 pointsMike Woodson - season-high 37 pointsManute Bol - (then) career-high 12 blocksLinks discussed:* Jeff Hornacek's miracle shot versus the Pistons* Charles Oakley breaks Paul Mokeski's noseThis episode continues our coverage of the 1986-87 NBA se...
2017-09-1530 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - January 15 through 29, 1987 - NB87-7Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – January 15 through 29, 1987- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyNotable milestones:Alex English - season-high 46 pointsWalter Davis - career-high 45 pointsCraig Ehlo - season-high 26 pointsArtis Gilmore - career-high 25 reboundsFat Lever - season-high 36 pointsJohn Paxson - season-high 25 pointsMike Brown - season-high 17 pointsTerry Porter - (then) team-record [Blazers] 18 assistsLinks discussed:* Mi...
2017-09-0135 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - December 31, 1986, through January 14, 1987 - NB87-6Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – December 31, 1986, through January 14, 1987- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1986-87 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played five games in this span – four wins and one loss.Notable milestones:Rolando Blackman - season-high 41 points Brad Sellers - first-career start (27 points [12/14 FGs] and 12 rebounds) Alvan Adams - season-high 25 poin...
2017-07-1924 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - December 16 through 30, 1986 - NB87-5Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – December 16 through 30, 1986- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1986-87 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played seven games in this span – four wins and three losses.Notable milestones:Magic Johnson - career-high 46 points James Bailey - career-high 35 points Kenny Gattison - career-high 29 points Sidney Green - care...
2017-04-1943 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - December 1 through 15, 1986 - NB87-4Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – December 1 through 15, 1986- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1986-87 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played eight games in this span – three wins and five losses.Notable milestones:Pat Riley - won his 300th game as coach Dominique Wilkins - scored an equal career-high 57 pointsLinks disc...
2017-04-0435 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - November 16 through 30, 1986 - NB87-3Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – November 16 through 30, 1986- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1986-87 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played five games in this span – two wins and three losses.Notable milestones:Don Nelson - won his 500th game as coachLinks discussed:* Michael Jordan saves the day, as Bulls nix...
2017-02-2532 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - October 31 through November 15, 1986 - NB87-2Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season – October 31 through November 15, 1986- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the first 16 days of the 1986-87 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played eight games in this span – five wins and three losses.Michael Jordan ensured Doug Collins' coaching debut was a memorable one. Jordan registered his first 50-point game at New York and his scintillating form led C...
2017-01-2044 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's third NBA season - pre-draft / 1986 Draft, 1986-87 Bulls training camp and preseason games - NB87-1Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's third season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Off-season news, notes and quotes- 1986 NBA Draft- Chicago Bulls 1986-87 training camp and preseason games- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyWe're back with a new series. Starting early-to-mid June, 1986, we discuss a wide array of interesting topics and happenings, from the NBA's off-season.We cover the 1986 NBA Draft and how the Bulls planned to retool for the upcoming season. We recap...
2017-01-061h 06
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - Guest: Mike Carey (1980s Celtics beat writer) - 1986 series finale - NB86-15Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Mike Carey - covering the Boston Celtics on a daily basis- Marvin Barnes' importance to the success of the 1986 Celtics- What is was like to travel with the Celtics throughout the season- How Mike and Danny Ainge first heard news of Len Bias' tragic death- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyThe ultimate episode of #NB86. We finish...
2016-11-1748 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - 1986 Playoffs through Finals - NB86-14Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Playoffs through 1986 NBA Finals (April 17 through June 8)- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyThe penultimate episode of #NB86. We discuss numerous happenings from the 1985-86 NBA season. This time, the Playoffs through NBA Finals. Make sure you stay tuned for our final episode, when award-winning (1980s) Celtics beat writer, Mike Carey, joins the show.Notable milestones:* Larry Bird - won his third-consecutive Most...
2016-11-051h 24
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - March 24 through April 13, 1986 - NB86-13Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - March 24 through April 13, 1986- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the 1985-86 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls finished the regular season with ten games in twenty days – six wins and four losses.Michael Jordan - who buoyed his Bulls' chances of returning to the playoffs - led Chicago in a tug of war against th...
2016-08-3057 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - March 9 through 23, 1986 - NB86-12Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - March 9 through 23, 1986- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1985-86 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played eight games in this span – three wins and five losses.Michael Jordan returned to the court in an effort to drive the Bulls into the NBA Playoffs. Tune in to hear this an...
2016-08-1159 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - February 7 through 21, 1986 - NB86-10Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - February 7 through 21, 1986- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1985-86 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played six games in this span – two wins and four losses.Michael Jordan sought second (and third) opinions on his broken foot, before ultimately making the difficult decision to postpone his would-be (February) co...
2016-06-2740 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - January 23 through February 6, 1986 - NB86-9Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - January 23 through February 6, 1986- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1985-86 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played eight games in this span – two wins and six losses.The Michael Jordan-less Chicago Bulls were struggling to keep its head above water. Could they weather the storm, prior to the on...
2016-06-1338 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - January 8 through 22, 1986 - NB86-8Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - January 8 through 22, 1986- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1985-86 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played six games in this span – one win and five losses.We chat about the Bulls' continued struggle to remain competitive, in the absence of (still injured) Michael Jordan. Conversely, the Boston Celtics an...
2016-05-3036 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordPhoenix Rising - Suns: 1968-69 through 1993 NBA Finals - AIR071Adam and Adam discuss the evolution of the Phoenix Suns. From the franchise's 1968-69 inception, through to the 1993 NBA Finals.We cover a wide range of topics. You'll soon learn why Adam is a true Phoenix Suns ‘Super Fan’. When he was a young boy, the Suns were Phoenix's only professional sports team. We chat about the 1976 season and the Suns' improbable first trip to the NBA Finals. That 1976 team was lovingly referred to as the 'Sunderella Suns'. Earlier this year, Tom Leander released a fantastic documentary - of the same name - devoted to the 40th anni...
2016-05-1959 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordGreat NBA Games: Indiana Pacers vs Chicago Bulls (May 31, 1998) - AIR069Adam andJeffdiscuss Chicago's must-win Game 7, to clinch the Eastern Conference andmake a sixth trip to the NBA Finals - May 31st, 1998 - the Bullstake on the visiting Pacers, at the United Center.We cover all the key aspects of thegame. We discuss the NBC broadcast and its commentary team of BobCostas, Doug Collins, Isiah Thomas, Ahmad Rashad and Jim Gray. Wechat about Indiana's rookie coach, the iconic Larry Bird, and hisdrive to give the Pacers their first-ever trip to the NBA Finals.Conversely, Phil Jackson dubbed this 1998 season, The Last Dance.Something had to give. We talk...
2016-04-181h 07
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - December 24, 1985, through January 7, 1986 - NB86-7Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - December 24, 1985, through January 7, 1986- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1985-86 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played six games in this span – three wins and three losses.Legendary Philadelphia 76ers Public Address Announcer, Dave Zinkoff, passed away on Christmas Day. Julius Erving remained in Philadelphia to attend the fu...
2016-04-0442 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - November 24 through December 8, 1985 - NB86-5Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - November 24 through December 8, 1985- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1985-86 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played nine games (all on the road) in this span – two wins and seven losses. 18 of the Bulls' first 24 games, were away from home.We chat about the increased productivity of Chicago's Qu...
2016-02-2935 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordAdam on holidays - episodes return late February, 2016Hey, it’s Adam here. A quick note to advise you that I’ll be away on holidays for the next three-plus weeks. As I type this, it’s late at night - here in Australia - January 31st, 2016.My podcast will return to its relatively-normal release schedule, in late February, 2016. My goal is for fortnightly episodes at worst, weekly, at best. Most likely – reading this - you already subscribe to my show. Thanks so much for continuing to listen and supporting my passion. I have plenty of great guests lined up as the year progresses. Numerous topic-ba...
2016-01-3101 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordPeter Capolino: Founder, Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia CompanyFounder of Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia Company, Peter Capolino.We talk about Peter's family and its relationship to sports. Peter's father, Sisto - later renamed James, by original founders, Frank Mitchell and Charles Ness - began work with Mitchell & Ness (1917), at just 13 years of age. In the early 1950s, Sisto purchased the business, bringing Peter into the fold.Peter describes the meticulous research conducted, allowing Mitchell & Ness to produce such high quality, throwback uniforms. Countless hours were spent, combing through archival newspapers, visiting libraries, museums and numerous sporting halls of fame. We discuss the advances in...
2016-01-1444 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - November 9 through 23, 1985 - NB86-4Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - November 9 through 23, 1985- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the second 15-day block of the 1985-86 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played eight games in this span – three wins and five losses.We chat about the Bulls' transition from its heavy reliance on (recently injured) Michael Jordan. Chicago was trying to adapt to not ha...
2016-01-0738 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - October 25 through November 8, 1985 - NB86-3Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - October 25 through November 8, 1985- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the first 15 days of the 1985-86 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played seven games in this span – three wins and four losses. Without doubt, the biggest news of the young season, was Michael Jordan's fractured left foot - initially reported to be a 'jammed ankle' - su...
2015-12-1932 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - Cavaliers (Oct 25), Pistons (Oct 26) at Bulls - 1985 - NB86-2Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Cleveland at Chicago - October 25, 1985- Detroit at Chicago - October 26, 1985In this episode, we discuss the first two games of MJ's second season. We were fortunate to have access to the game DVDs, giving us plenty of topics and moments to talk about. In our first game for review, Chicago needed an overtime session to determine their fate, against the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers. Next, we chat about a remarkable contest between the...
2015-11-1341 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's second NBA season - pre-draft / 1985 Draft, 1985-86 Bulls training camp and preseason games - NB86-1Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's second season in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Off-season news, notes and quotes- 1985 NBA Draft- Chicago Bulls 1985-86 training camp and preseason games- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyWe're back with a new series. Starting mid-June, 1985, we discuss a wide array of interesting topics and happenings, from the NBA's off-season.We chat about the Chicago Bulls' moves to sign a new head coach, in the wake...
2015-11-0648 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - Guest: Bill Hazen (broadcaster) - 1985 series finale - NB85-30Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Bill Hazen's broadcasting career with the Chicago Bulls (1983-85)- Never-before-told accounts of Michael Jordan's rookie NBA season- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyThe ultimate episode of #NB85. We finish our series with an in-depth interview, inviting Bill Hazen on the show, to talk about his experiences covering the Chicago Bulls (1983-85). Bill was the play-by-play man for more than 50 of Michael Jordan's rookie games....
2015-10-2358 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - 1985 NBA Finals - NB85-29Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- 1985 NBA Finals (May 23 through June 9)- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyThe penultimate episode of #NB85. We discuss numerous happenings from the 1984-85 NBA season. This time, The Finals. Make sure you stay tuned for our final episode. We have a tremendous guest joining us, to finish the series in style.NBA Finals: L.A. Lakers v Boston CelticsThis episode continues our coverage of...
2015-10-1623 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - 1985 Conference Finals - NB85-28Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- 1985 NBA Playoffs - Conference Finals (May 11 through 22)- 1985 NBA Draft Lottery - "The Patrick Ewing Sweepstakes"- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the 1984-85 NBA season. This time, the Conference Finals and 1985 NBA Draft Lottery.East: Boston Celtics v Philadelphia 76ersWest: L.A. Lakers v Denver NuggetsThis episode continues our coverage of the 1984...
2015-09-2925 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordGreat NBA Games: Chicago Bulls vs Boston Celtics (March 31, 1991) - AIR061Adam, Aaron and Todd discuss a classic double-overtime game featuring Michael Jordan and Larry Bird - March 31st, 1991 - the Celtics take on the visiting Bulls, at Boston Garden.We discuss all the key aspects of the game. We talk about the NBC broadcast and its commentary team of Marv Albert, Mike Fratello and Ahmad Rashad. We chat about the great regular season that each team was enjoying, as the Playoffs approached. We talk about each team’s roster and our memories and opinions on this exciting match-up.As per usual, the conversation is scattered wi...
2015-09-0151 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - 1985 Playoffs (Round 2) - NB85-27Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- 1985 NBA Playoffs - Round 2 (April 27 through May 10)- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the 1984-85 NBA season. Whilst the Chicago Bulls were eliminated in the first round, we continue our coverage of the playoffs. This time, the conference semifinals.East: Philadelphia 76ers v Milwaukee Bucks | Boston Celtics v Detroit PistonsWest: L.A. Lakers v Portland Trail Blazers...
2015-08-1834 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMemorable NBA Games: Dominique Wilkins returns to Atlanta (Mar 25, 1994) - Clippers at Hawks - AIR060Adam and Aaron discuss Dominique Wilkins' first-game back in Atlanta, as an opposition player. Nique dropped 36 points on his former team, as the L.A. Clippers defeated the Atlanta Hawks by three points. This game took place just four weeks after the Hawks' blockbuster trade, that sent Dominique to the Clippers, in exchange for two-time NBA All-Star, Danny Manning.We discuss all the key aspects of the game. We talk about the SportSouth broadcast and its commentary team of Tim Brando and Mike Glenn. Bob Weiss is overlooked in this story-line. He was now coaching the Clippers...
2015-08-0633 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - 1985 Playoffs (Round 1) - NB85-26Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- 1985 NBA Playoffs - Round 1 (April 15 through 28)- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the 1984-85 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls took on the Milwaukee Bucks - Jordan's first foray into the postseason. The Bucks prevailed, winning in four games (3-1). We also cover each and every series, across both conferences.East: Boston Celtics v Cleveland Cavaliers | Philadelphia 76ers v Washington...
2015-07-2537 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - March 10 through 24, 1985 - NB85-24Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - March 10 through 24, 1985- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1984-85 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played yet another, schedule-stuffing nine games, in this span – four wins and five losses.We chat about Jerry Reinsdorf becoming the Chicago Bulls' majority owner. Then, cover Bernard King's very serious, career-altering knee injury. We al...
2015-06-0339 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - February 23 through March 9, 1985 - NB85-23Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - February 23 through March 9, 1985- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1984-85 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played a schedule-stuffing nine games, in this span – five wins and four losses.We chat about Chicago's run to a possible-playoff appearance, by making the most of seven games at home. We also ta...
2015-05-2037 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - Bulls at Celtics (Mar 6), vs Clippers (Mar 8), vs Jazz (Mar 9) - 1985 - NB85-22Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Chicago at Boston - March 6, 1985- L.A. Clippers at Chicago - March 8, 1985- Utah at Chicago - March 9, 1985In this episode, we discuss the sixty-first, sixty-second and sixty-third games of MJ's professional career. We were fortunate to have access to the game DVDs, giving us plenty of topics and moments to talk about. In our first game for discussion, the Bulls travel to the storied Boston Garden. Next, we chat about...
2015-05-1250 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - Lakers at Bulls (Feb 19), vs Celtics (Feb 22) - 1985 - NB85-21Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- L.A. Lakers at Chicago - February 19, 1985- Chicago vs Boston (at Hartford) - February 22, 1985In this episode, we discuss the fifty-third and fifty-fourth games of MJ's professional career. We were fortunate to have access to the game DVDs, giving us plenty of topics and moments to talk about. In our first game for discussion, the visiting Lakers make their one and only trip to the Windy City. Next, we chat about the Bulls...
2015-04-2942 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - February 8 through 22, 1985 - NB85-20Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - February 8 through 22, 1985- Insightful minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1984-85 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played five games in this span – one win and four losses.We chat about the impending (majority) ownership of Jerry Reinsdorf and his (not-too-distant) personnel moves that would change the face of Chicago's franchise. We al...
2015-04-2229 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - Bulls at 76ers (Feb 1), vs Pistons (Feb 12) - 1985 - NB85-19Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Chicago at Philadelphia - February 1, 1985- Detroit at Chicago - February 12, 1985In this episode, we discuss the forty-seventh and fiftieth games of MJ's professional career. We were fortunate to have access to the game DVDs, giving us plenty of topics and moments to talk about. In our first game for discussion, Jordan's Bulls visit Philadelphia to take on the 76ers. Then we cover what is often referred to as the 'Revenge Game'. (Allegedly) spurned...
2015-04-1548 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - 1985 All-Star Game (February 10) - NB85-18Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA All-Star Game - February 10, 1985In this episode, we break down the NBA's thirty-fifth All-Star Game. The game was played at the Hoosier Dome in Indianapolis, Indiana, in-front of a then-record NBA crowd of 43,146. We were fortunate to have access to the game DVD, giving us plenty of topics and moments to talk about, including the alleged 'freeze-out' of Michael Jordan, supposedly led by Isiah Thomas.We chat about Alex English and his humanitarian...
2015-03-0926 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - December 25, 1984, through January 8, 1985 - NB85-15Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- NBA regular season - December 25, 1984, through January 8, 1985- Insightful early-season minutiae, all but lost to the annals of basketball historyIn this episode, we discuss numerous happenings from the next 15-day block of the 1984-85 NBA season. The Chicago Bulls played just five games in this span - two wins and three losses.We discuss Bernard King's 60-point explosion on Christmas Day - still not enough to deliver cheer to Knicks' fans...
2015-01-2631 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - Spurs (Nov 13), 76ers (Nov 17) at Bulls - 1984 - NB85-11Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- San Antonio at Chicago: November 13, 1984- Philadelphia at Chicago: November 17, 1984In this episode, we discuss the ninth and eleventh games of MJ's professional career. We were fortunate to have access to the game DVDs, giving us plenty of topics and moments to talk about. In our first game for discussion, Jordan lights up the Spurs with one of his seven, 40-plus (point) games of the 1984-85 NBA season. Following that masterclass, MJ's Bulls are...
2014-12-2256 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - Sam Smith - There Is No Next: NBA Legends on the Legacy of MJ - NB85-7Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Sam Smith's book: There is No Next: NBA Legends on the Legacy of Michael JordanIn another special episode, we are joined by Bulls.com columnist, New York Times best-selling author (The Jordan Rules) and former podcast guest, Sam Smith. We deep dive into a great discussion of Michael Jordan's rookie NBA season (1984-85) and the Chicago Bulls franchise itself. We ask Sam all about his new book, which is part oral history / part narrative. Sam...
2014-11-0436 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball RecordMichael Jordan's rookie NBA season - MJ's Chicago Bulls regular-season debut - October 26, 1984 - NB85-6Adam & Aaron celebrate the 30th anniversary of Michael Jordan's (1984) arrival in the National Basketball Association. This episode covers:- Michael Jordan's NBA regular-season debut with the Chicago Bulls (October 26, 1984)In this special episode, we detail Michael Jordan's regular-season debut in the NBA. Until very recently, specifics of MJ's first professional game have been scarce. Wait no more, as we break down the entire contest - from pre-game, to quarter-by-quarter discussion and post-game statistics.You may be surprised to learn that His Airness only just avoided serious injury in the game's first half, after...
2014-10-2745 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball Record1988 NBA All-Star Game - AIR038Adam and Aaron discuss the 1988 NBA All-Star Game - one of the greatest ever. Michael Jordan scored 40 points, en route to Most Valuable Player honors. We devote an entire episode to our favorite All-Star Game, ever.We cover a multitude of topics, including how and when we first watched this game - plus, its ongoing effect on our NBA-fandom. We talk about the CBS television coverage, pre-game player introductions and national anthem; Adam freely admits to choking up, before the game even commenced. We chat about the vast array of (future) Hall of Fame players, who competed...
2013-12-1854 min
NBA History Conversations: Basketball Record1995 NBA Draft - AIR029Adam and Reece discuss the 1995 NBA Draft - one of the strongest 1990s draft classes in terms of player longevity. We break down the top 10 picks, notable players selected and all-things in between. Plus, yet another defenseless, possible guest is likely added to the list that will never chat with Adam.Send Adam a text message or voicemail.Support the showListen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | OvercastFollow: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | FacebookAdam's free Substack / newsletter | Buy Adam...
2013-08-2134 min