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REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonAFC North Showdown: Analyzing Steelers, Ravens, Browns, and Bengals with Jai ShieldsWe remember Malcolm Jamal Warner and honor Adam Shine's father in a heartfelt opening discussion about the impact of father-son relationships and how these special bonds affect us throughout our lives.• Philip Rivers retiring as a Charger sparks debate about his Hall of Fame credentials• Cincinnati Bengals analysis reveals concerns about offensive line protection despite securing Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase• Cleveland Browns quarterback situation suggests Joe Flacco will start while rookie Shedeur Sanders develops• Pittsburgh Steelers' acquisition of Aaron Rodgers questioned due to his age and team's offensive line issues• Baltimore Ravens emerge as...2025-07-221h 02REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonThe AFC West Breakdown w/ Raider Est and Chad in CaFour old friends reunite to break down the AFC West and share passionate takes on their favorite teams heading into the 2024 season.• Discussing the Home Run Derby and MLB All-Star selections, including surprising performances and notable snubs• Breaking down each MLB team's current status at the All-Star break, with particular focus on the Braves, Dodgers, and Red Sox• Analyzing the AFC West quarterback situations with predictions for Justin Herbert, Bo Nix, and Geno Smith's statistics• Debating whether any team can challenge the Chiefs for divisional supremacy this season• Naming the three greatest players in Broncos...2025-07-151h 11REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonBraves Slump, Dodgers Struggle, and NBA Trading FrenzyDoc and Marlon check in after the Fourth of July holiday weekend to discuss the latest developments across major sports leagues.• Atlanta Braves struggling at 13.5 games back in their division with a disappointing 2-8 record in their last 10 games• Los Angeles Dodgers showing unexpected vulnerability despite 56 wins, including being swept at home by Houston• Seattle's catcher breaking home run records previously held by legends like Johnny Bench and Ken Griffey Jr• Significant NBA free agency moves including DeAndre Ayton to the Lakers and Lonzo Ball to the Cavaliers• Milwaukee Bucks waiving Damian Lillard raises que...2025-07-0832 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonA Deep Dive with Chad in CA on NBA, MLB, and NFL LandscapesWe talk with our special guest Chad about all the latest happenings across major sports leagues, from the NBA Finals fallout to MLB trades and NFL draft predictions.• OKC Thunder won the NBA championship with outstanding defense and selfless play from stars like SGA and role players like Alex Caruso• Kevin Durant's trade to Houston raises questions about whether the Rockets gave up too early on their promising young core• The Lakers' ownership change may not dramatically alter their approach, as they've always been aggressive in pursuing stars• NBA Draft features standout prospects like Cooper F...2025-06-241h 15REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonNBA Finals Recap, Othani's Debut, Bills Predictions and Crawford/Canelo Preview w/ Twizzy in CAThree sports enthusiasts dive into a passionate discussion about basketball, baseball, football, and boxing, covering everything from playoffs to potential dynasties and all-time greats.• Analyzing the NBA Conference Finals with OKC poised to close out Indiana in Game 6• Debating whether OKC has the ingredients to form the next NBA dynasty• Assessing potential landing spots for Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo• Discussing the Lakers' future and whether investing in aging stars like LeBron is wise• Breaking down Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers pitching debut and his impressive velocity• Examining the Buffalo Bills' championship prospects and how to keep...2025-06-181h 19REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonFrom Tennis Grand Slams to NBA Finals: This Week's Biggest Sporting MomentsTennis takes center stage with epic championship matches at Roland Garros that captivated fans across the globe. Coco Gauff overcomes world #1 Aryna Sabalenka despite dropping the first set, showcasing her defensive prowess and mental toughness to secure her second straight Grand Slam title.• Carlos Alcaraz defeats Jannik Sinner in a five-hour marathon final that recalls the glory days of McEnroe vs. Borg• Sabalenka's post-match comments raise eyebrows as she fails to give proper credit to Gauff's victory• Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers battle Florida Panthers in the NHL Stanley Cup Finals• Tom Thibodeau's shocking...2025-06-1048 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonFather-Daughter Sports Talk on Real Talk!Doc's daughter Morgan joins us for our milestone 50th episode, bringing fresh insights on basketball and sharing the father-daughter sports connection that spans generations.• Morgan analyzes the NBA playoffs with sharp criticisms of coaching decisions and player performances• Morgan explains why JJ Reddick's limited rotation exhausted the Lakers against Minnesota• The Thunder are poised to win it all according to Morgan's breakdown of their advantages• Father and daughter share WNBA insights, with Morgan specifically highlighting why the Angel Reese vs. Caitlin Clark "rivalry" is manufactured• Morgan addresses the concerning issue of racism affecting WNBA playe...2025-05-2845 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonPete Rose, WNBA & Knicks/Pacers & OKC/TWolves Preview. Schedule Release w/ @TheJShieldWe welcome special guest Jai from Baltimore to discuss the most heated topics across the sports landscape including Pete Rose's Hall of Fame controversy, NBA playoff predictions, and NFL schedule analysis.• Pete Rose deserved Hall of Fame induction while alive, MLB's posthumous consideration through a "historical committee" is disgraceful• The Braves have bounced back from an 0-7 start to get within four games of first place despite key injuries• Baltimore Orioles are struggling at 15-30 after questionable offseason moves by management• WNBA's continued growth with stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese entering their second s...2025-05-201h 13REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonMavs/Cooper Flagg, Jayson Tatum, NBA and NFL Schedule Preview W/ Jase aka @CoffeeAndHoopsSports injuries are changing the landscape of professional athletics as elite training regimens may be pushing athletes beyond their physical limits. We examine Jason Tatum's devastating non-contact injury and its implications for the Boston Celtics' championship hopes.• NBA Draft Lottery surprise gives Dallas the first pick with just a 1.8% chance, sparking "rigged" conspiracy theories• Cooper Flagg likely heading to Dallas creates intriguing possibilities for the Mavericks' future• NBA Playoffs breakdown covering the Nuggets-Thunder, Timberwolves-Warriors, and Knicks-Celtics series• All-time starting lineups for Seattle SuperSonics and NY Knicks reveal basketball history and fan sentiment• Shedeur Sanders' f...2025-05-131h 02REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonThe Padres, Chargers, and NBA Playoff Breakdown w/ Tom In MontanaWe dive into San Diego sports with special guest Tom from Montana, exploring the current Padres season and their impressive bullpen that's fueling playoff optimism.• The Padres are showing promise with a 22-11 record and a remarkably strong bullpen posting a 1.65 ERA• Fernando Tatis Jr. is demonstrating improved plate discipline while maintaining power, hitting around .340 with 8 home runs• We debate the all-time greatest Padres, with Tony Gwynn unanimously recognized as the franchise icon• The Chargers' draft picks align perfectly with Jim Harbaugh's run-first philosophy, selecting RB Amarion Hampton and WR Trey Harris• Junior Seau, Dan...2025-05-0657 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonWho Won the Draft ? Shedeur Controversy w/ @BKirmsThe NFL Draft reveals surprising falls, strategic picks, and controversial decisions that may reshape the league's competitive landscape for years to come.• Doc passionately discusses Shedeur Sanders' fall to the fifth round, calling it a "disgrace" given his 4,138 yards and 38 touchdowns last season• The panel analyzes top draft grades, highlighting the Giants, Patriots, Falcons, Chargers, and Packers as teams that significantly improved their rosters• Travis Hunter's selection by the Jaguars sparks debate about whether his 188-pound frame can handle playing both offense and defense in a 17-game NFL season• Cowboys' offensive line prioritization receives mixed re...2025-04-2948 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonThe Final Doc Mock. NBA/NHL First Round and Dodgers outlook with @RaiderEstDoc, Marlon, and special guest Est deliver an entertaining, knowledge-packed sports roundtable covering playoff hockey and basketball, NFL draft predictions, and early baseball season observations.• Est shares his Stanley Cup predictions, initially favoring Edmonton and Carolina but now leaning toward LA Kings and Tampa Bay based on hot goaltending• The hosts debate hockey greatness, with Wayne Gretzky still holding the crown despite Alex Ovechkin's impressive career• Lakers' disappointing playoff performance against Minnesota gets analyzed, with Est expressing frustration as a longtime fan• OKC and Boston emerge as consensus NBA Finals favorites, though Doc makes a case f...2025-04-231h 11REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonMcIlroy's Masters win, NBA playoff predictions, and Bills / NFL draft & more with @CloverInTexas and @MikeFromOCWe dive into the Masters, NBA playoffs, and NFL draft prospects while welcoming guests to break down the Buffalo Bills' offseason and college football's changing landscape.• Rory McIlroy finally captures his Masters victory after ten years of waiting, completing his career Grand Slam• Lakers secure the third seed in the NBA Western Conference with strong late-season performance under JJ Redick• Debate over whether Cleveland Cavaliers or Boston Celtics will emerge from the Eastern Conference playoffs • In-depth analysis of all-time great NBA draft classes, with 1996 (Kobe, Iverson) and 1984 (Jordan, Olajuwon) receiving highest praise• Los Angeles Ang...2025-04-151h 07REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonOvechkin Gets To 895. Florida / UCONN. Mt Rushmore of Coaches. Mike Malone. & More W/ Chef YakuThe hosts welcome Chef Yaku to discuss Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky's scoring record and analyze the NCAA basketball championships, including Florida's comeback win over Houston and UConn's dominant performance in women's basketball.• Alex Ovechkin's remarkable achievement of 895 goals breaks Wayne Gretzky's previously untouchable NHL record• Florida's resilience in the NCAA men's championship, overcoming a 12-point deficit against Houston• Duke's collapse in the Final Four considered more embarrassing than Houston's championship loss• UConn women winning their 12th championship under coach Geno Auriemma with Paige Beckers leading the way• Debate over the Mount Rushmore of sports...2025-04-091h 01REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonNew NFL Rules, Final 4 Matchups, Ovechkin Closer to History & more with Eric in Long IslandReal Talk dives into heated sports debates with special guest Eric from Long Island, covering MLB disappointments, NFL rule controversies, and NCAA tournament predictions.• Doc vents frustration about the Braves' 0-5 start and Jerickson Profar's 80-game PED suspension• Eric predicts the Texas Rangers to win the American League and the Dodgers to take the National League• Discussion of Alexander Ovechkin approaching Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goal record• Passionate debate about NFL's potential ban of the "tush push" play popularized by the Eagles• Analysis of NFL overtime rule changes and the controversial move of touchbacks...2025-04-0234 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonJuJu Watkins, Breaking Down the Brackets, Russell Wilson, NFL Draft Talk with @Casey_OhmanThe devastating ACL injury to USC's basketball sensation JuJu Watkins takes center stage as our panel examines the far-reaching impact on women's college basketball and USC's championship hopes. This crushing blow to one of the sport's brightest stars could sideline her for nearly a year, dramatically altering the tournament landscape.We dive deep into March Madness with a comprehensive region-by-region breakdown of the men's tournament. The Duke Blue Devils emerge as our consensus championship favorite, with Cooper Flagg leading a squad that ranks top-five nationally in both offensive and defensive efficiency. Our experts analyze surprising early exits...2025-03-2650 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonMarch Madness Predictions: Upsets, Snubs, Doc Mock 22-32 & More w/ @BigAnt5432We dive deep into March Madness bracketology, breaking down tournament snubs, bracket analysis, and championship predictions with special guest Big Ant. The committee's questionable decisions like placing Michigan below Wisconsin despite head-to-head results and Louisville's surprising eight-seed placement spark heated debate.• Region-by-region analysis reveals Duke, Florida, Auburn, and Tennessee as our Final Four picks• Compelling upset predictions including Yale over Texas A&M and Drake over Missouri• Cooper Flagg's injury status could impact Duke's championship hopes• NFL Draft discussion focuses on the Giants' options at pick #3, with Travis Hunter emerging as a potential selection• Ya...2025-03-181h 12REAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonNFL Free Agency is Underway!We dive into the whirlwind of NFL free agency moves and how they're reshaping the league landscape for the upcoming season.• Chargers sign Najee Harris for one year at $9.25 million• Raiders trade for Geno Smith, reuniting him with Pete Carroll and extending Max Crosby• Justin Fields gets a fresh start with the Jets on a two-year, $40 million deal• Josh Allen becomes highest-paid player in NFL history with $330 million deal• Rams make splashy move acquiring Davante Adams for two years, $46 million• Seahawks surprising three-year, $100 million commitment to Sam Darnold• Patriots making significant moves with mul...2025-03-1136 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonDOC MOCK 1.0, Joey Bosa Released, Deebo Trade, NFL Free Agency & more With @MarkBCaliAn explosive episode awaits as we tackle the latest NFL developments, which includes the unexpected release of Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa. This pivotal moment has sparked wide-ranging discussions about Bosa’s future, what it means for the Chargers' roster, and the broader implications for free agency across the league. Our hosts unpack the potential landing spots for Bosa and speculate whether his next chapter will take him to a rival team or back home to connect with his brother. The narrative transitions to the veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers and the swirling rumors of his next destination. With int...2025-03-061h 04
Commotion with Elamin AbdelmahmoudP.K. Subban and the state of the NBA, and the new doc series Court of GoldWith P.K. Subban’s criticisms of the NBA going viral, and Netflix releasing a new documentary and a comedy series - both centered on basketball, guest host Rad Simonpillai is joined by CBC Senior Sports Contributor Morgan Campbell, and culture critics Marlon Palmer and Andrea Williams to discuss these stories and basketball’s place in pop culture right now.2025-02-2827 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonNFL Draft Talk, Bears / Cubbies w/ @ChampinMNJoin us for a lively discussion packed with insights about the Chicago Bears and Cubs as we navigate through their respective seasons and anticipate what's next! We are thrilled to welcome Champ, a passionate Bears and Cubs fan, who brings a wealth of knowledge and excitement to the conversation. We'll delve into the Bears' rocky road last season, examining the coaching mistakes and the brilliance yet to be unlocked in quarterback Caleb Williams. Champ shares his hopes for the future while speculating about draft picks, emphasizing the importance of fortifying the offensive line to support Williams. We a...2025-02-2641 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonNBA All-Star Game Critique, LeBron's Absence, March Madness Picks & NFL Draft InsightsWhat happened to the NBA All-Star Game's magic? We're not just reminiscing—we're sounding the alarm on what was once a fiercely competitive showcase of basketball's elite. With Doc, we dissect the lackluster new format and question the commitment of today's stars, pointing a finger at LeBron James' last-minute absence. It’s time to consider borrowing a page from other sports like the NFL, which has successfully revamped its all-star events. Together, we brainstorm ways to bring back the excitement and prestige that icons like Kobe, Jordan, and Magic once embodied, hoping to reignite the fire that made us all...2025-02-1923 minREAL TALK! with Doc and MarlonEagles Dominate! Jalen Hurts Shines. Luka / Lakers. NFL Prospects & More W/ @CaliChad1Is the Eagles' defense the new gold standard in the NFL? Get ready for a thrilling recap of the recent Super Bowl showdown, where the Philadelphia Eagles delivered a defensive spectacle that left Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs scrambling. We're joined by Chad from California, who shares his predictions and reactions to the Eagles' unexpected dominance, with standout performances from Jalen Carter, Josh Sweat, and Jordan Davis. Listen as we scrutinize the Chiefs' lack of offensive adjustments and question Andy Reid's game strategies.""Jalen Hurts silenced his critics with an unforgettable Super Bowl performance, showing...2025-02-1156 min