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The Coach & The Culture PodcastIt Starts at the Top (That's Finch and Ant on this team)Recorded 11/27, the morning after the Minnesota Timberwolves 'little brother' treatment from their bully brother Oklahoma City Thunder, this episode of The Coach & The Culture gets blunt. Coach Frank and Lance deliver some harsh truths about the hometown hoopers. Mind you, this means this episode was also recorded before word got out of Mike Conley's "mandatory" players dinner meeting in OKC.Lance makes the claim if the Wolves continue to play this way, undisciplined, lacking emotional control, fundamentally and technically poor, then its clear the message is numb to Ant and therefore Finch or Edwards will have to...
2025-11-301h 21
The Coach & The Culture PodcastNot Bad Meaning Bad but Bad Meaning...Good?In this latest edition of The Coach & The Culture podcast, recorded Thursday November 20th, Coach Frank and owner of "Yes!Trees" (trimming and removal) son Lance discuss the Wolves continuing dominance of struggling franchises so far this season. The conversation begins with discussion about the 120-109 child's play over the Wizards Wednesday night. Which, of course, meant talk about Ant's performance and Julius's continued leadership. Then, the father and son tandem get into what went wrong against the Nuggets and how that game actually inspires optimism that the club is about to turn the corner in games vs plus .500...
2025-11-211h 02
The Coach & The Culture PodcastThe Eyes (test) Don't Lie!Coach Frank and Lance are back at it with "The Coach & The Culture" Minnesota Timberwolves themed podcast. On this episode, recorded before the rematch of with the hapless Utah Jazz. The father son duo discuss the Wolves feasting off the bad teams and that meal starting to have a better presentation on the plate. While Lance takes a break coach Frank reminds long time listeners and informs new listeners of how and why The Coach & The Culture is a little different than then other podcasts that cover the team. And why we're worth a continued listen. Then the talk...
2025-11-111h 10
The Coach & The Culture PodcastTimberwolves Start the Season With the Dark Age***Trigger Warning*** The latest episode recorded on Oct 31, 2025 is not one for those who can't handle criticism of the hometown Minnesota Timberwolves (said with a wry smile). The Coach & The Culture podcast features Coach Frank, from Richfield High, and Lance Gardner, former collegiate player and owner of Yes!Trees (Tree trimming and removal). The father-son duo lets the Timberwolves have it this week. Coach Frank gives his usual coach's eye take on the Wolves and one thing a coach has trouble stomaching is poor fundamentals and lack of "winning" effort. Well, the Timberwolves, through 5 games, are full of both...
2025-11-011h 15
The Coach & The Culture PodcastTalking Timberwolves and more with St Paul Central great Juriad HughesOn this episode of The Coach & The Culture podcast, recorded Oct 24, 2025 (before the game vs The Los Angeles Lakers), Coach Frank and Lance (from Yes!Trees) is joined by St Paul Central Hall of Fame basketball great Juriad Hughes. The trio discusses the Timberwolves 118-114 opening night road victory over the Portland Trailblazers, which of course means plenty of Anthony Edwards talk. Then they discuss the Julius and Jaden on court relationship as well as the expected rotation minutes and contribution of TJ Shannon and Jaylen Clark. They also discuss Coach Finch's choice of Bones Hyland over Rob Dillingham...
2025-10-261h 21
The Coach & The Culture PodcastWhat to watch for and Wolves season record prediction with the ACOTYWelcome to The Coach & The Culture Coach Frank solo edition. Coach Frank talks some the evolution (or de-evolution) of the point guard position and how that does or doesn't impact the Wolves. Then, Coach talks about Ant and the midrange, Donte insurance in the form of Juzang, and the Jaden and Rudy affect on the offense (for better and for worse). After starters talk, Coach Frank discusses TJ and his first showing of a wart or two vs Chicago and a few more bench thoughts. Finally Coach Frank ends the episode with a further explanation of his statement last...
2025-10-2053 min
The Coach & The Culture PodcastWolves be about it & Lance from the pumpkin patch.Coach Frank and YesTrees! Lance are back at it again. In this second episode of the Minnesota Timberwolves 2025 preseason Coach Frank and Lance discuss the preseason games vs the Pacers and Knicks. Themes that come up are Timberwolves' old habits, playing faster (or not), the turnover bug, and how Coach Frank feels the Wolves can overcome their shortcomings to get to the next level. Sprinkled in is a little Rob, TJ, and Jaylen talk and the episode ends with a warning to Coach Finch. Tune in and listen to Minnesota Timberwolves analysis from a former college player and coach's...
2025-10-1258 min
The Coach & The Culture PodcastThe Wolves are back to work! (And so is The Coach and the Culture)The Coach & The Culture returns!!! Now award winning (MHSBCA Boys Basketball Assistant Coach of the Year 2024-2025) and Yes!Trees owner and former collegiate Basketball player Lance Gardner are back with our first podcast episode since last January. The father and son duo catch up on all the Timberwolves progress- beginning with a recap of last season and quickly moving the conversation into the season to come. They break down some media day nuggets, some comments by Coach Finch that raise Coach Frank's brow during his Minnpost interview with Britt Robson, and return to a familiar theme- it comes...
2025-10-031h 21
The Coach & The Culture PodcastTo Whom Much is Given...Much more is expected! Coach Frank & Lance are back again to talk Timberwolves hoops on The Coach & The Culture podcast. The latest episode, recorded on Sunday Dec 1, 2024 finds the father and son hoops duo discussing the hometown team closing out November by losing 4 straight before a 1 point win over the Los Angeles Clippers. Coach Frank and Lance talk about the recurring theme in each of those loses and agree this may just be the Ant, Jaden, Julius, Rudy experience. However, while Lance is doom and gloom on the Wolves right now, Coach Frank points to some reasons for optimism...
2024-12-031h 33
The Coach & The Culture PodcastLance isn't convinced that the Wolves have found (a) senseCoach Frank and Lance are back to discuss the 2-2 week that was for our Minnesota Timberwolves. After back to back losses vs the suddenly pesky Trailblazers the Wolves right the ship a little with wins against the short handed Kings and the even shorter handed Phoenix Suns. The Wolves season long bugaboo of turnovers and lackluster energy did them in during their first in-season tournament game in Portland. Coach Frank has plenty to say about that. Then Lance chimes in with another Wolves nemesis, blowing big leads, as he tells us why the Sacramento win wasn't as impressive...
2024-11-191h 35
The Coach & The Culture Podcast3 steps forward, 1 step backConsistency is a beautiful thing! The latest episode (our 3rd Tuesday release in a row) of The Coach & The Culture Timberwolves centric podcast has Coach Frank and Yes!Trees Lance discussing the 3-1 week that was for our MN Timberwolves. The duo recap wins over Charlotte, Chicago and Portland with some spotlight conversation on electric performances by Ant and steady work by Julius and Rudy. Then the conversation gets to the Miami game and all the ugly inconsistencies that haunt the Wolves resurfaced in the disappointing loss. Intensity, turnovers, execution and decision making- in short, maturity- always seem to...
2024-11-121h 08
The Coach & The Culture PodcastCoach Speak and Culture rAnt!Oh boy! On this latest episode of the Coach and the Culture podcast, recorded Nov 4 (before the Wolves v Hornets) Coach Frank and Lance break down last weeks 1-2 record and overall 3-3 record with the most Coach and Culture rant ever. Trigger warning: If you believe Ant is untouchable for criticism you may want to find your zen place before listening to this episode. This week's talk centers around the Wolves inability to consistently play clean basketball. A volatility led by Ant's lack of culture setting when it comes to doing the "winning things" and Jaden's struggles on...
2024-11-051h 38
The Coach & The Culture PodcastFrom California Ugh to Minnesota LoveThe Coach and The Culture podcast is back for week one of the season. Coach Frank and Lance talk Timberwolves hoops father and son style. In our latest episode we talk about the season's first 3 games. The team is still trying to find its groove on both ends of the court and in true midseason form, the conversation is heavy on "the kids" (Ant and Jaden). Julius Randle is doing Julius Randle things after a passive season debut and Rudy is doing Rudy things- continuing to be the reliable anchor on defense. Coach Frank and Lance talk about these...
2024-10-291h 24
The Coach & The Culture PodcastThe Trade, The (Lynx) FInals, The Kids and the kidKAT's in the Big Apple and Donte and Julius are in the Minneapple. The preseason is here and the regular season is near. The Lynx are in the WNBA Finals with an Empire State sized challenge. The Kids, Ant and Jaden are out of runway to take-off into basketball maturity and there's a new kid on the 1st avenue block. The Coach & The Culture father and son team is back to talk about it all. Listen in on the conversation as we give our unique coach and player insight on the MN professional hoops teams we love.
2024-10-171h 19
The Coach & The Culture PodcastCoach Frank and Lance return!It’s been quite a while since The Coach & The Culture Timberwolves centric podcast checked in. The Wolves WCF defeat was just too much to stomach so we went in to summer hibernation. Ok, just kidding. But, it had been a few months since our last recording. So this one is FULL. Listen in as Coach Frank and Lance revisit the Western Conference Finals, talk about the Wolves summer moves and summer league, and finish the podcast with some Olympic Ant and Napheesa Collier talk as well as a few overalll Lynx thoughts. It’s good to be back at i...
2024-08-251h 43The Coach & The Culture PodcastThe Nugs are cashed! On to the Mavs for the Western supremacy!Coach Frank and Lance do their first ever post game podcast as the Minnesota Timberwolves did what Coach Frank (and Perk) predicted they could do- win game 7 in Denver. Listen to The Coach & The Culture podcast duo recap the game, reiterate their stance on Jaden McDaniels, talk about the Wolves’ second hall defense, and how staying true to their “winning style” got them back in the game and ultimately prevailed. The duo closes the episode with their thoughts on the upcoming matchup with the Mavericks. Listen to why Coach Frank says Wolves in 6 and Lance says Wolves in 5. Both, howeve...
2024-05-2059 min
The Coach & The Culture PodcastA defensive performance for the ages (but it ain't over)In this latest installment of The Coach & The Culture podcast, Coach Frank and Lance discuss the Wolves suffocating defense so far in the Nuggets series so far. They talk about how the Wolves have pressured the execution out of Denver and, perhaps even more important, are controlling the psyche of the defending champs. Coach Frank talks about how a MN championship playing this style could create a shift in basketball style and philosophy, from youth to pro, not seen since the Steph, Klay, KD Warriors. Coach Frank explains how Denv...
2024-05-0857 min
The Coach & The Culture PodcastHowl at the Suns and Smoke some NugsCoach Frank and Lance are back with their first podcast recording in over a month. Coach Frank has been busy hosting the hottest Thursday night open MIC jam in the Twin Cities and Lance has been busy welcoming his first child in the world. The Wolves? Well, they were busy burning out the Phoenix Suns and their offensive stars and now they prepare to dig in on the defending champion Denver Nuggets. Listen in as Coach Frank and Lance discuss how the Wolves defense and playing style could be seen coming f...
2024-05-011h 28
The Coach & The Culture PodcastWho Will Stand Atop of the West?Who will stand atop the west? Frank and Lance are back from their two week hiatus, and boy do they ever have a lot to talk about! Kat's injury, Rudy's bumps and bruises, and the ins and outs of other role players. Through all the unfortunate injuries, the Timberwolves are still finding ways to win games. Due in big part to Anthony Edwards dominance and growth as a decision maker. They also discuss the surge of Naz Reid's performances since receiving KAT's minutes and NAW being a key contributor toward the team's continued success. Listen in as they break...
2024-03-181h 13
The Coach & The Culture PodcastStill #1Recorded 2/25/2024: Still in first place! Listen in as Frank and Lance congratulate Mike Conley on a well deserved extension. The two also break down the continued questions on Anthony Edwards maturity level as the Wolves leader failed to have a sense of urgency in one of their bigger games of the year against the Bucks. Following that discussion they express their pleasure with the kids at the end of the Brooklyn game and hopes that it's a sign of things to come.
2024-02-271h 02
The Coach & The Culture PodcastRodney Dangerwolves: No RespectRecorded Monday, February 19 the latest episode of “The Coach and The Culture” MN Timberwolves talk podcast find Coach Frank and Lance discussing the All-Star weekend. The duo talk at length about Karl-Anthony Towns performance, the Anthony Edwards not so performance, and the All-Star weekend in general. Included in the conversation is Coach Frank, talking about the possibility of signs that Anthony Edwards is getting a little irritated with the lack of respect toward the Timberwolves, and the overall lack of respect for Towns’s 50 point per performance. After All-Star talk, Coach Frank and Lance discuss the four game winning streak...
2024-02-201h 19
The Coach & The Culture PodcastWolves Yo-Yo towards the breakRecorded Sunday February 11th, the latest episode of The Coach & The Culture Timberwolves centric podcast finds Coach Frank and Lance Gardner recapping the tilts against the Rockets, Bulls, and Bucks. The conversation is centered around the contrasts between when the Wolves play well, like they did against the Rockets and Bucks and, when they lose intensity and focus like they did in the second half against the Bulls. The conversation shifts to a Chris Finch and his ability to manage teams throughout his Timberwolves coaching tenure. They always seem to yo-yo back up after a tough loss or tough...
2024-02-131h 13
The Coach & The Culture PodcastUh oh. Dad seems mad. (It’s the kids)Recorded on February 4th 2024, the latest episode of “The Coach & The Culture” Timberwolves centric podcast, Coach Frank and Lance give their take on the week that was and yet another 4th quarter stall for the Timberwolves offense. A week that began with a gutsy win over the Thunder in Oklahoma City ended with a disappointing late game collapse at home against the Orlando Magic. Coach Frank and Lance talk about the determine factors in the two games being the excellent play of Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels in the 4th at OKC and the glaring mistakes the duo made in t...
2024-02-071h 22
The Coach & The Culture PodcastThere’s Water in the Glass (or Timberwolves souvenir cup)Title: There’s Water in the Glass (or Timberwolves souvenir cup) Recorded Sunday January 28th, the latest episode of The Coach & The Culture podcast welcomes back Lance as he and Coach Frank break down the 4 game week that was. A home loss to the lowly Charlotte Hornets, followed by uninspiring wins over the hapless Washington Wizards and the Brooklyn Nets preceded another fourth-quarter meltdown in a road loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Coach Frank and Lance both offer up rare criticism of Coach Finch and his absence of fire or 4th quarter management. The duo also has a le...
2024-01-291h 19The Coach & The Culture PodcastDecisions, Details, & Defense of Finch (with receipts!)Recorded Sunday January 21 the latest episode of “The Coach & The Culture” podcast featured Coach Frank breaking down the 3–1 Timberwolves week that was. Coach Frank explains why he feels the near meltdown against the Clippers and the lackluster back to back wins against Detroit and Memphis served as foreshadowing of the Oklahoma City loss. Coach Frank gives an honest assessment on Ant vs Shai and Devin Booker in the Western Conference battle for young guard supremacy. Coach Frank then goes on a strong defense of Coach Finch. He talks about the players role in their struggles and why Coach Finch is act...
2024-01-221h 17
The Coach & The Culture PodcastSurvive and Advance!Recorded Sunday January 14th, the latest episode of The Coach & The Culture Timberwolves focused podcast finds Coach Frank and Lance discussing the end of the “rugged 16”. The stretch where the Timberwolves played 16 straight against above .500 teams- 11 on the road. The duo discusses the bittersweet 9-7 record during those games, the ones that got away, and the challenges of closing games against some of the league’s best players. The episode ends with a preview of the Wolves first look at the new look LA Clippers and of course our “Concerning Trends and Hope it Never Ends” segment. Give The Coach & Th...
2024-01-1657 min
The Coach & The Culture PodcastIt’s Jaden! (For Better and for Worse)Title: It’s Jaden! (For Better and for Worse) Also, Happy New Year! Recorded Jan 8 2024, the latest episode of The Coach & The Culture is the first of the new year and Coach Frank and Lance recap the last couple weeks. When we left our listening audience on Dec 26th the Jaden McDaniel vibe was high and the Wolves were rolling through their 16 game stretch vs above .500 teams. In this latest episode Coach Frank and Lance discuss the Timberwolves limping to the finish line if the stretch and Jaden McDaniels vibes couldn’t be lower. What does Jaden need to do t...
2024-01-1050 min
The Coach & The Culture PodcastHere Comes Slim MacRecorded Sunday Dec 24th, The Coach & The Culture podcast returns at Coach Frank and Lance recap the 3-1 week that was. The duo discusses the road wins against Miami and Sacramento that bookend a road loss at Philly and a home win over the King James-less Lakers. The defense and Mike Conley remain a recurring theme but the surge of Jaden MacDaniels on both sides of the ball- and mostly him being on the floor- has been a welcomed sight. Coach Frank finishes the episode with our weekly “Concerning Trends and Hope it Never Ends” segment and a brief ment...
2023-12-251h 16The Coach & The Culture PodcastSkillmatic Still!!!Recorded on Sunday Dec 17th. Coach Frank and Lance are back in The Dream Shop to discuss our first place Minnesota Timberwolves. On this week’s episode we discuss: -The Wolves 3 games this week (NO loss, wins at Dallas and home vs Indiana). -KAT’s dominance of late. -Injuries and how they have and haven’t affected the team. -Rick Carlisle’s comments via Jon Krawzinski from “The Athletic” - Responses to a couple listener requests from Twitter -The upcoming week - Our “Concerning Trends and Hope it Never Ends” segment Coach Frank and Lance end the show with a preview the up...
2023-12-191h 17
The Coach & The Culture PodcastRudy, A-Rod, and the rugged 16Recorded Sunday, December 10, the latest episode of “The Coach & The Culture” podcast jumps in with their thoughts on Rudy Gobert’s dominance, highlighted by a couple of 20 rebound games, destructive, Defense, and high energy. The duo discusses what they believe is the difference between Rudy’s play this season and last season as a recap last weeks games again San Antonio and Memphis. After so brief shake, Milton talk, Lance shares his thoughts about Alex Rodriguez‘s impact on the players mindsets, and the culture the soon to be new owners are trying to build. The conversation, then moves to the upc...
2023-12-111h 29
The Coach & The Culture PodcastWon’t apologize for 1st placeIn the latest episode, recorded Sunday Dec 3rd, Coach Frank and Lance revisit some views expressed last spring and summer that foreshadowed this year’s Wolves being good, being defense minded, and needing to stay the continuity course. A little “tooting our own horn” shall we say. Then the duo gets serious and discuss the week that was for your MN Timberwolves. Troy Brown’s heroics against OKC, NAW’s big night against Utah, and the clutch that was Conley against the Hornets. After a little Edwards and MacDaniel return and upcoming schedule discussion, the show closes with our “concerning t...
2023-12-051h 21
The Coach & The Culture Podcast1st and Finally (home) DefeatedTitle: 1st and Finally (home) Defeated Recorded Sunday Nov 26th, Coach Frank And Lance talk about the Wolves weeks that was. Victories over New York, a no JoJo Philly squad and the injured and suspended Memphis Grizz cushion the blow of a first home loss against the Sacramento Kings. Within all the positives Coach Frank and Lance discuss at length how the Wolves being 4th from the bottom of the NBA in offensive rebounds allowed and turnovers per game is still a concerning trend for the hometown team. This in addition to Shake Milton’s struggles. On the positive, ho...
2023-11-281h 27
The Coach & The Culture PodcastKAT and The Road (weary) WolvesRecorded Sunday Nov 19, at The Dream Shop, Coach Frank and Lance Gardner review the Wolves 4 road games from the previous week. Beginning with a two game series in the Bay Area against Golden State the duo discuss how while the Wolves played two different Warriors teams, the energy needed to beat the Warriors twice was equally mentally and physically taxing in both. The duo then discuss how (and why) Chris Finch was clearly not allowing his obviously gassed group to make excuses on the second half of a back to back against a rested and ready Phoenix Suns squad...
2023-11-201h 12
The Coach & The Culture PodcastThere can be no ‘OFF’ switchRecorded Sunday Nov 12: This episode of The Coach & The Culture podcast Lance Gardner joins Coach Frank to discuss the previous week’s Minnesota Timberwolves games against Boston, New Orleans, and San Antonio. The duo shares their thoughts on how Anthony Edward’s performance against the Celtics not only put the league on notice but also his teammates. And how that game exampled the synergy between star player and Head Coach. The conversation moves to Chris Finch keeping his starters on the floor late in the win against New Orleans and why Chris Finch can’t have an ‘OFF’ switch with this...
2023-11-131h 20
The Coach & The Culture PodcastCoach Finch and His Beautifully Boring BallersRecorded Sunday Nov 5th at The Dream Shop:Coach Frank is once again joined by Lance Gardner of Yes!Trees tree trim and removal as they discuss last week’s trio of games. They toggle between the good and the bad about games vs Atlanta, Denver and Utah. Then the episode settles into a conversation about Ant’s challenges in learning how to play winning, 5 v 5, high stakes basketball. The conversation then switches to the duo’s thoughts about fan (X) criticism of Coach Finch. Along with their takes on Finch, the conversation slides into how the Wolves...
2023-11-071h 12
The Coach & The Culture PodcastPathway To Winning With Style{Recorded:10-29-23 } Coach Frank discusses the Timberwolves first two games. The common denominators suggest they have a pathway to a repeatable winning style. It ain’t pretty but it could prove very effective. Coach Frank also talks KAT’s obvious discomfort and Ant putting his play where is mouth is from gm 1 to gm 2. Plus, why Kyle, Mike, Naz, Rudy seem so comfortable. Naw and TBJ look predictably streaky and Shake along with KAT look most uncomfortable. Coach Frank closes with some things to look for vs Atlanta and week 2 in general. Have the Wolves found their “winning style”...
2023-10-301h 13
The Coach & The Culture PodcastThe Desperation Dozen: Season Preview Marathon CastRecorded Sunday Oct 22 Coach Frank begins the episode with a raucous freestyle poetic monologue. He follows that by giving flowers to a few members of the Timberwolves podcast community before sharing his thoughts on the impact of the 12 Timberwolves who will determine their 2023-2024 basketball fate. From Coach Chris Finch to Anthony Edwards Coach Frank calls out the “desperate dozen” one by one. Then Coach Frank gives his win-loss prediction and a short take on the Western Conference in general. This one’s a long one but well worth the listen. Share your thoughts with a DM on @coachcrooner on “X”...
2023-10-231h 55
The Coach & The Culture PodcastThe " Mayoress" Onika CravenRecorded on Monday Oct. 9 The Coach & The Culture Podcast welcomes, Minneapolis native former U of M-Morris guard, actress, educator, sports photojournalist, and MN Lynx super fan Onika Craven to the program. Coach Frank and Onika discuss her experiences as a Black woman in sports journalism. The duo then talk lots of MN Lynx basketball past, present and future, plus, what makes Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve so good. After a little WNBA Finals talk, the conversation moves to the MN Timberwolves and why the casual fans can be so hard on bigs- especially the KAT/Rudy pairing. Take a listen...
2023-10-101h 39
The Coach & The Culture PodcastCoach Speak and Media DayRecorded Thursday Sept 28., The Coach & The Culture Podcast returns after a month long hiatus. In this episode Coach Frank gives more showers to Coach Cheryl Reeve and the MN Lynx season. Then the attention turns to FIBA and what the coach would like to see from Ant. Coach Frank closes by sharing thoughts on the talk and demeanor of the coaches and players during media day- and how that needs to look when translated to the court. Take a listen to The Coach & The Culture and share your thought or topics you’d like to hear analyzed from a co...
2023-10-021h 05
The Coach & The Culture PodcastEdwards! LEAVE-NO-DOUBT!Recorded Aug. 21, Coach Frank explains why Steve Kerr will be present in 20 yrs when 1st ballot Hall of Fame inductee Anthony Edwards delivers his speech. Plus, why all the Wolves players playing for international teams are in great situations for their mental state coming into the season. Check out the latest The Coach & The Culture podcast on Apple, Spotify, ITunes, and other podcast streaming platforms.
2023-08-2257 min
The Coach & The Culture PodcastDefense, Defense, DefenseRecorded July 31st, in this episode of The Coach & The Culture Coach Frank and Lance open the show by giving flowers to Lynx Head Coach Cheryl Reeves. Then, they dive into revisiting the Rudy trade and share their current views (Coach Frank’s views haven’t changed at all). Next Coach Frank discusses how the free agent signings send a clear smoke signal that the team is diving into an identity of strong perimeter defense- not just leaning on Rudy on that end. Coach Frank then explains the difference between shot “selection” and shot “choice” and how this year’s offense may a...
2023-08-021h 22
The Coach & The Culture PodcastThe Squad is Set!Recorded on July 12th this latest episode of The Coach & The Culture podcast Coach Frank welcomes back Yes!Trees Owner and former collegiate hooper Lance Gardner. After some brief roster “run it back” recap from Lance’s first visit Coach Frank and Lance discuss the free agent signings of Shake Milton, Troy Brown Jr, and the return of NAW. Then they segue to talk about summer league and the performances of Leonard Miller, Josh Minott, Wendell Moore, and Brandon Williams. Coach Frank then discusses Chris Finch’s appearance on Dane Moore’s NBA podcast and some comments that Coach Finch made...
2023-07-141h 17
The Coach & The Culture PodcastNaz Reid- SkillmaticRecorded on Sun June 25, in the latest episode of The Coach & The Culture Coach Frank discusses the impact of the signing of Naz Reid and the role the Wolves may have sold him on, as well as, Naz’s proof positive of the Wolves current developmental program. How might Naz’s signing impact the growth of the last two draft classes. Coach Frank then assess what he likes about this year’s draftees while cautioning fans that these are second round picks- that rarely means big things even if Miller and Clarke have some “special” qualities. Coach Frank finishes the episode...
2023-06-261h 19
The Coach & The Culture PodcastStyles make Fights (and fit)Recorded Saturday June 10th, Coach Frank predicts Denver finished Miami in 5 and talks about why he felt all along that would be the case. Then he pivots to why the Wolves, fully healthy, would be and would have been the most difficult matchup for Denver, personnel wise- but why Denver’s continuity would still be the difference. Then, in keeping with the continuity theme, Coach Frank shares his thoughts as to why the Wolves could be very good next season. Then he talks arguments for not trading KAT even with awareness of the new CBA and what type of pl...
2023-06-151h 08
The Coach & The Culture PodcastYes!Trees and No Trade! Featuring Lance GardnerRecorded on May 24th the latest episode of The Coach & The Culture podcast welcomes guest Lance Gardner, former collegiate basketball player Owner of Yes!Trees tree trimming and removal service. Lance joins Coach Frank to discuss what makes a good coach and how coach and business ownership has parallels. Then the discussions turns to all the “trade KAT” chatter and why the Wolves should gamble on keeping KAT and dealing with the finances later. Next Coach and Lance discuss the similarities between the Denver Nuggets and the Wolves (yes there are quite a few). The podcast ends with predictions on a...
2023-05-261h 09
The Coach & The Culture PodcastTrust (?) Fall!Recorded Monday May 8th, before the closing of the NBA playoffs Eastern and Western conference series, Coach Frank officially introduces the new moniker of the show formerly known as "The Coach & the Crooner". In this episode of the show now titles The Coach & The Culture" Coach Frank discusses the Wolves series ending game 5 loss to Denver. Then producer Lloyd and Coach Frank talk about the keys to winning basketball at any level and the importance of "trust" and how difficult that was for the Wolves given all the changing dynamics. The show ends with producer Lloyd and Coach Frank...
2023-05-151h 07
The Coach & The Culture PodcastOne and Done?After winning a game in the series, has the Timberwolves found a formula to make this playoff round interesting? Or Nah?COACH: @fsentwali Tech Producer: @lloydleonvision
2023-04-281h 18
The Coach & The Culture PodcastLift Off!!In the latest episode the Coach and the Crooner talk Anthony Edwards, coming off his big night against Houston, as well as, the significance of Finch going to Ant over DLo for the last possession of the Utah game. The Crooner asks about the back up 5’s and how the combination of Naz, Knight, and Garza give a little of KAT and a little (less) of Rudy. The show closes with the return of the “Concerning trends” and “Hope it never ends” segment as well as a brief dialogue about opportunity knocking for the Injury riddled Wolves in the messy, mud...
2023-01-241h 00
The Coach & The Culture PodcastAscension Of "Slow Mo"The Coach (Frank Sentwali) and The Crooner (Julius Collins) discuss the increased role of Kyle "Slo Mo" Anderson. The two host also debate which point guard should have the ball in clutch moments. COACH: @fsentwali & CROONER: @juicevox @ juicevox0007 (IG)Tech Producer: @lloydleonvision
2023-01-111h 10
The Coach & The Culture PodcastEpisode 5: Big Bro vs. Lil BroIn Episode 5 of The Coach & The Crooner Podcast the duo sit down after Friday’s loss to the Celtics and discuss “the little things” that are plaguing the home squad. From rebounding to game plan discipline to overall inconsistency, could it be we as a fan base underestimated the reality of how young some key Wolves players are? Maybe Big Brother Beverly and his culture setting ways carried more weight than we realized? Can Finch find answers this season whether a love is made or not? Check out episode 5 for these discussion topics and more from The Coach & The Croone...
2022-12-291h 03
The Coach & The Culture PodcastEpisode 4: No BoundsThe Coach and the Crooner Podcast returns! In Episode 4 the Crooner asks, “What’s the deal with the Timberwolves rebounding problems”? Then we discuss the polarizing player that is D’Angelo Russell. Is he the style of point guard the Wolves need? The Crooner wants different and the coach says “different” better mean “better”. Lastly, the Coach is the one with the optimism for the season? Tune in to The Coach and the Crooner podcast to find out why and hear the rest of the banter about Timberwolves basketball.COACH: @fsentwali & CROONER: @juicevox @ juicevox0007 (IG)Tech Producer...
2022-12-1351 min
The Coach & The Culture PodcastEpisode 3: Energy LanguageThe 2022-2023 Minnesota Timberwolves season has begun and the Coach (Frank Sentwali) and the crooner (Julius Collins) break down the first 6 games as only they can. The hometown hoopers are 4-2 and The Coach & The Crooner Podcast team have plenty to assess. They focus in on the three primary phases of the game- offense, defense, and rebounding- as they discuss what’s been good, bad, and down right ugly so far this season. They conclude the podcast by debuting a new segment titled: “Concerning Trends” and “Hope it Never Ends”. Tune in to episode 3 of The Coach & The Crooner podcast. T...
2022-11-011h 27The Coach & The Culture PodcastEpisode 2: Showtime!MN Timberwolves regular season basketball is here! The bench mob is DEEP! DLo’s the key to the whole thing? KAT is gonna show everyone exactly how dominant he is on offense! Can Ant be efficient AND engaged? What happens if the starters don’t start? OKC’s not gonna tank! Coach Frank and Julius, the crooner, discuss these topics and more during episode 2. -- COACH: @fsentwali & CROONER: @juicevox @ juicevox0007 (IG)Tech Producer: @lloydleonvision
2022-10-2000 min
The Coach & The Culture PodcastEpisode 1: New EraThe Coach (Frank Sentwali) & The Crooner (Julius “Juice” Collins) debut podcast featuresdiscussion about their excitement for Wolves basketball, off-season acquisitions and theirimpact on the culture and on-court play of the 2022-2023 T-Wolves squad, and the dualdefense dilemma of “drop” and “High Wall”. The episode concludes with some thoughts aboutthe first two preseason games from a coach’s perspective as well as some lesser talked aboutpredictions and things to watch for as the upcoming season plays out.The Coach and The Crooner podcast will f...
2022-10-1059 min