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Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #90: Breaking Down the Brian Flores Situation (and much more) with Chris Alvarez (NFL Emergency Pod)Welcome back to the ninetieth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! Yesterday afternoon, Brian Flores announced a series of allegations against the Miami Dolphins, Denver Broncos, and New York Giants. He has currently filed a lawsuit against these three teams and the NFL itself. In this emergency episode of the pod (recorded several hours after these developments were reported), Chris and I break down the entire situation. We primarily focus on four topics: what is Brian Flores specifically accusing in the lawsuit, what's next for the NFL, our thoughts on how this situation will develop in the coming...
2022-02-0233 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #89: NBA 2021-2022 Midseason Awards, Trade Deadline Teams to Watch For, and (much) more with Micah Goldstein (NBA Mega Pod Part II)Welcome to the eighty-ninth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, the process of giving out more NBA midseason awards continues with myself and Micah. In this second part of a two-part recording session, we'll go over the rest of the major award ballots (ROTY, DPOY, COY, 6th Man of the Year, and all the others). Additionally, we'll spend nearly 45 minutes talking about all things Trade Deadline. We'll go back-and-forth talking about the teams, players, and moves to watch out for the most as head towards the All-Star Break and the Trade Deadline. Today's guest(s...
2022-01-271h 03Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #88: NBA 2021-2022 Midseason MVP and All-NBA Ballots with Micah Goldstein (NBA Mega Pod Part I)Welcome to the eighty-eighth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! Micah and I are back for another fantastic NBA recording session featuring season awards and all the big narratives for the NBA. For the second time this season, we'll both be doing another round of award ballot debates. In this huge two-part episode, we'll give our picks for all the major awards and then focus on the almighty Trade Deadline (and much, much more). For now, this episode is entirely dedicated to our MVP and All-NBA selections only. We'll start by going over our MVP ballots, making the...
2022-01-251h 03Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #87: NBA 2021-2022 All-Star Ballot Debate and Trade Deadline Preview with Liam GriffinWelcome to the eighty-seventh episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Liam and I focus on two of the biggest topics for any NBA season: the All-Star Game and the Trade Deadline. We'll start off with the All-Stars, listing off each of our ballots for this year's All-Star Game. We'll begin in the Eastern Conference, going back and forth on players that we view as All-Stars for this season, debating who should ultimately make our ballots, and (ultimately) picking our All-Star Game starters. We'll then do the same thing for the Western Conference. Lastly, we'll look...
2022-01-1856 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #86: NFL (Super) Wild Card Weekend Preview and Drafting Super Bowl Winners with Austen McDonaldWelcome to the eighty-sixth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Austen and I focus on all things NFL playoffs. We'll start off by breaking down each of the six wild card games taking place this weekend. Is this just the beginning of a run for the Raiders? Are the Bengals the "dark-horse" Super Bowl winner this season? How heavy of a favorite are the Chiefs? What should we make of round three of Bills versus Patriots? Are the Cowboys already in trouble? Who of the 49ers, Rams, and Cardinals will make a deep run? Are...
2022-01-151h 03Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #85: NBA 2021-2022 (Very) Very Early Under-the-Radar Season Narratives with Colin BockWelcome to the eighty-fifth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode (recorded all the way back on November 24th, 2021), Colin and I break down some of the "under-the-radar" narratives from the NBA's 2021-2022 season. We define "under-the-radar" as things within this NBA season that have generally been overlooked or underappreciated so far. The goal of this exercise is to discuss players, teams, and other NBA topics that aren't mainstream, seeing what aged or didn't age well heading into the 2022 calendar year. The goal is also to shed light on playrs, teams, and storylines that haven't been...
2022-01-1247 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #84: NBA 2021-2022 Miami Heat Mid-Season Review, including Jimmy/Bam Injuries, Lowry the All-Star?, Herro's Resurgence, the Scorching Bench, and more with Matthew BryanWelcome to the eighty-fourth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! With the midpoint of the NBA season drawing near, Matthew and I talk about all things Heat basketball yet again. In this episode, we'll look at everything there is to know so far about the 2021-2022 Heat, things that have stood out so far, where this team is going, and more. Topics covered include Bam Adebayo's extended absences, Jimmy Butler's MVP but injury-plagued season, Tyler Herro's emergence, Kyle Lowry's stability, the acquisitions of Lowry and P.J. Tucker, the rise of role players like Max Strus and Gabe...
2022-01-1044 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #83: NBA 2021-2022 Quarter Mark Awards, Team Categories, Season Narratives, Contender Talk, and (much) more with Micah Goldstein (NBA Mega Pod Part II)Welcome to the eighty-third episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, the process of giving out more NBA quarter mark awards continues with myself and Micah. In this second part of a two-part recording session, we'll go over the rest of the major award ballots (ROTY, DPOY, COY, 6th Man of the Year, and all the others), some self-created awards for teams (example: most surprise/disappointing team, among others), major season narratives and talking points, outlook on the current contenders, and much (much) more. Today's guest(s): Micah Goldstein
2022-01-071h 10Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #82: NBA 2021-2022 Quarter Mark MVP and All-NBA Ballots with Micah Goldstein (NBA Mega Pod Part I)Welcome to the eighty-second episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! For the second year in a row, Micah and I go back-and-forth on our MVP and All-NBA ballots around the quarter marker of the NBA season. In this huge two-part recording session, we'll go over all the major league awards, as well as some team-based award categories, contender analysis, big season narratives, and much (much) more. For now, this episode is entirely dedicated to our MVP and All-NBA selections only. We'll start by going over our MVP ballots, making the case for our candidates, deciding on the order...
2022-01-061h 03Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #81: NFL Road to the Playoffs, including Title Titans?, Cowboy Concerns, AB Leaves TB, LA/LV Winner-Take-All, Wild Card Weekend Outlook, and more with Alex EismanWelcome to the eighty-first episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! As the last week of the NFL approaches, Alex and I look at the current playoff picture heading into Week #18. We'll start in the AFC and talk about Tennesee's legitimacy as a Super Bowl contender, Cincinatti's upside moving forward, concerns with Buffalo, where Kansas City fits into the mix, Las Vegas continuing to stay in the playoff hunt in the post-Gruden era, the rest of the AFC playoff bracket, and much more. Then, we'll shift gears to the NFC, talking about concerns with Dallas, questions over Arizona, the...
2022-01-0444 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #80: NBA 2021-2022 Western Conference Quarter Mark Season Grades and Team Analysis with Liam GriffinWelcome to the eightieth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this final part of a two-part segment, we'll be finishing up our exercise of giving out letter grades to all 30 teams in the NBA for their performance in the 2021-2022 season so far. In this episode, Liam and I tackle all the teams in the Western Conference. Both of us will go back and forth on our letter grades, seeing where we are grading these teams relative to our own pre-season expectations. Topics we'll discuss include Memphis' excellent start to the season, Westbrook's and AD's struggles with...
2021-12-3042 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #79: NBA 2021-2022 Eastern Conference Quarter Mark Season Grades and Team Analysis with Aidan LevinWelcome to the seventy-ninth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this first of a two-part segment, we'll be giving out letter grades to all 30 teams in the NBA for their performance in the 2021-2022 season so far. In this episode, Aidan and I tackle all the teams in the Eastern Conference. Both of us will go back and forth on our letter grades, seeing where we are grading these teams relative to our own pre-season expectations. Topics we'll discuss include Washington's fast start, the important acquisitions of Miami and Chicago, New York's descent from last year's success...
2021-12-2851 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #78: NBA Christmas Special! 10 Questions Heading into 2022, Christmas Day Preview, and much (much) more with Micah GoldsteinWelcome to the seventy-eighth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this special holiday episode of the pod, Micah and I answer 10 questions regarding the 2022 season, specific teams, player legacies, and fun NBA basketball stuff in general. Topics include the legacies of Steph Curry and Kevin Durant, the current MVP race, our favorite "Staples Center" game ever, distressed assets on teams, offseason takes we wish we could take back, "tank" candidates, whose historical standing would rise the most if they won the championship, and so much more. They also look ahead to the slate of Christmas Day games...
2021-12-251h 17Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #77: NFL Christmas Catch Up, including Chiefs/Packers, Win or Go Home Games Galore, the Demolition Dolphins, Urban's Flameout, Week #16 Predictions, and more with Wyatt MillerWelcome to the seventy-seventh episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this very important NFL episode, Wyatt and I take a look at the latest week of action across the league, especially as the playoffs are set to begin in less than a month. We'll start in the AFC and run through all the big games from Week #15, including the Chief's OT win against the Chargers, the Colts upsetting the Patriots, the Browns falling short to the Raiders, and more. We'll also discuss the Ravens (and the rest of the AFC North), the Dolphins' six-game win streak, the...
2021-12-2452 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #76: NBA Early Season "Surprise" Teams, including the Warriors, Grizzlies, Cavs, Heat, Lakers, Wizards, Bulls, Pelicans, and more with Jose CobiellaWelcome to the seventy-sixth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Jose and I run through all of the NBA's biggest surprise teams to start this 2021-2022 season (in this exercise, a "surprise team" could be defined as a team that has defied expectations or fallen short of said expectations). We'll take turns going back-and-forth on teams that we believe fit this criteria. Topics we'll discuss include the Bulls' fast start, the Wizards' new roster, Westbrook's fit with the Lakers, Miami's contender upside, the Zion-less Pelicans, Golden State's bounceback from last season, and much more. Today's...
2021-12-2145 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom NBA Emergency Pod: NBA News Galore, including the NBA's COVID Outbreak, Zion/AD Injuries, Kyrie/Klay Returns?, Trade Season Begins, and more.Welcome to an emergency episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this short pod, I'll be running through the major headlines from the past couple of days in the NBA. We'll start by discussing the recent surge of COVID-19 cases and a number of players being forced to comply with the NBA's Health and Safety Protocols. Then, we'll talk about Zion's latest injury update, Anthony Davis' sprained MCL and his absence, Kyrie's return to the Nets, Klay's (hopefully) inevitable return to the Warriors, trade season officially commencing in the league, and more. Today's guest(s): none.
2021-12-1929 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #75(!!!): Drafting Our All-Time NBA Legends Fantasy Teams with Colin Bock and Micah Goldstein (NBA 75th Anniversary Special)Welcome to a special seventy-fifth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! To commemorate the NBA's 75th Anniversary season and this podcast's 75th episode, the three of us will take turns drafting our all-time teams featuring some of the greatest to ever play in NBA history (I received the first pick, followed by Colin and Micah, respectively). While simple, the exercise followed a couple of rules and guidelines, including:
1. When you select a player, you must select a particular season for that player (for instance, if you take Michael Jordan, which season of Michael Jordan? 1988? 1992? 1996? You get...
2021-12-151h 29Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #74: NBA 2021-2022 Season Headlines, including Blazers Mania, Pacers Rebuild?, Simmons Saga Continued, MVP Race, Zion in Limbo, All-Star Outlook, and more with Micah GoldsteinWelcome to the seventy-fourth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Micah and I yet again discuss some of the big news headlines of the NBA from the past week or so. We'll start off with the latest on the Trail Blazers, as there hasn't been a shortage of news out of Portland. What's the current status of this franchise? Will Damian Lillard stay in Portland or be dealt at the trade deadline? What's the next move to shake up this team? Why has this team been stuck in NBA purgatory? What challenges lie ahead for t...
2021-12-1354 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Film Friday Special: Recount (2008) with Chris AlvarezWelcome to another episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast. In our next "Film Friday Special", Chris and I go to the state where it all comes down to in Florida as they find themselves in the midst of the 2000 election recount in this movie starring Kevin Spacey, Laura Dern, Denis Leary, Bob Balaban, and others.
What is a "Film Friday Special"?
"Film Friday Specials" are episodes in which guests are brought on to the Dunkin' with Dom podcast to talk about some of their favorite movies of all time. Guests on the pod as...
2021-12-101h 14Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom NBA Emergency Pod: Blazers News Mania, including GM Neil Olshey Fired, Dame Extension Complications, CJ's Injury, Lillard Trade Possibilities, the Franchise's Future, and more.Welcome to an emergency episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! A lot of news has developed out of the Portland Trail Blazers within the past 48 hours or so. In this short but very important emergency pod, I'll be breaking down all the latest news. This includes the firing of former General Manager Neil Olshey, the attempts to find a new GM, Dame's future in Portland, Lillard's struggling play this season, C.J. McCollum's injury update, what direction the franchise is heading in, trade possibilities, what this all means for the 2021-2022 season, and more. Today's guest(s): none.
2021-12-0926 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #73: NFL Week #12 Analysis, including DAL/LV Thanksgiving Classic, Friskiest Teams, Drama for Division Crowns, Injuries Galore, BUF/NE Preview, and more with Austen McDonaldWelcome to the seventy-third episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! Another day, another round of NFL coverage on the pod. In this episode, Austen and I run through the latest week of NFL action, breaking down all the key games, moments, teams, and narratives. We'll start with the three Thanksgiving games, including another big loss for Dallas (although they did beat New Orleans last night), the Raiders surviving the post-Gruden era, Buffalo's lack of a signature win this season, and more. Then, we'll run through some of the other big games from the week, including NE/TEN, PIT...
2021-12-0352 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #72: NBA News Galore, including the Bombshell Robert Sarver Report, Zion, Simmons, Heat/Bulls Tampering, Walton Fired, Injuries, LeBron/DET Fight, and more (Solo News Segment)Welcome to the seventy-second episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In yet another NBA solo news segment (the first since August), I'll be going through some of the crazy, jaw-dropping narratives from the NBA season so far that we haven't covered yet so far on the pod but are still extremely important to talk about. We'll start at the top of the show by breaking down the report of racist and misogynistic allegations against current Phoenix Suns Owner Robert Sarver. We'll list off some specific examples, contextualize this with the NBA itself, see how this compares with what...
2021-11-3039 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #71: NFL Week #11 Analysis, including Upsets Galore, False #1 Seeds, Middle Class Teams, MVP Betting Odds, Current Playoff Picture, Week #12 Outlook, and more with Riley WallWelcome to the seventy-first episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Riley and I look at the latest action from the NFL, breaking down all the key games and analyzing the current playoff picture. We'll start out by discussing some of the major upsets from this past week, including wins by the Colts, Texans, and Vikings over the Bills, Titans, and Packers, respectively. Then, we'll hit on some of the other major narratives from the past week, including the Cowboys' solid play against Kansas City, the Chiefs' rise, the race towards the bottom of the AFC...
2021-11-2551 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #70: SU Psi Upsilon Protest Rewind, including a Complete Timeline, Takes and Thoughts, SWSSU's Rise, IFC Incompetence, Broadcast Journalism Benefits, and more with Jake MorelWelcome to the seventieth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! Just over two months ago, hundreds of Syracuse University students took to the streets on a Tuesday night (September 21st, 2021) to protest alleged allegations of sexual assault by a member of the fraternity Psi Upsilon. In this episode (recorded on September 29th, 2021), Jake and I sit down for nearly an hour to discuss the event itself, contextualizing everything that happened that night, providing our own perspectives, and sharing our thoughts on what it was like to cover it as members of CitrusTV. We'll start off by talking about...
2021-11-2252 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #69: NFL Mid-Season Playoff Picture Analysis, including #1 Seed Battles, Postseason Pretenders, Notable Bubble Teams, and more with Bryn Ostby. Plus: Rodgers' Vax SituationWelcome to the sixty-ninth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Ozzy and I focus on the current NFL playoff picture, breaking down everything from the top seeds in both conferences to fringe playoff contenders. Before that, we'll first briefly discuss the situation over Aaron Rodgers' vaccination status and recent comments, including what happened, the NFL's response, and what this means for the league. Then, we'll start our NFL postseason discussion. We'll start at the top and focus on the NFC's battle for first place between the Packers, Cardinals, Cowboys, Bucs, and Rams. We'll also discuss...
2021-11-1949 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #68: NFL Mid-Season Thoughts, including the Pats Win Streak, AFC Frisky Contenders, DET/PIT Dud, the NFC Power Five, Cam's Return, OBJ to LA, and more with Quinn LangdonWelcome to the sixty-eighth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! With our last NFL podcast episode being over three weeks ago, Quinn and I catch you up on the latest around professional football. Given that we are over halfway done with this regular season, we'll focus on the past couple weeks of NFL action and look forward to what's next when it comes to key games, the contenders, potential playoff matchups, division battles, and more. We'll start in the AFC and focus on some of the big narratives there, including the Patriots' mid-season turnaround, the Bills finding their...
2021-11-1841 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #67: NBA Early Season "Panic" Teams, including Celtics Confusion, Hawks and Bucks Slow Starts, Zion goes MIA, Lost Lakers, Dame Trade Possibility, and more with Tyler MelitoWelcome to the sixty-seventh episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Tyler and I focus on the early-season standings, looking at teams that have underwhelmed to start the year. This includes the Celtics, Hawks, Bucks, Lakers, and more. In this segment, we'll answer some of the big questions out there with these teams. Can Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown co-exist together? What are our thoughts on Marcus Smart's comments? How can Boston improve their roster? Is it too early to start panicking on the Hawks? Are they suffering from "too many cooks in the kitchen" syndrome...
2021-11-1646 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #66: NBA Early Season Hot Takes, including MVP Trae, Nets Playoff Ceiling, Sleeper Contenders, Porzingis Trade Rumors, All-Star Berths, and more with Mike BrownfeldWelcome to the sixty-sixth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Mike and I dedicate some time to discuss a few early hot takes and/or narratives for this 2021-2022 NBA season. We'll start off by mentioning the take itself, then follow that up by going back-and-forth on the likelihood that it will occur. Topics include Trae Young's MVP candidacy, Brooklyn's playoff seeding, Jokic's MVP campaign, first-time All-Star candidacies for youngsters, Kristaps Porzingis' future in Dallas, the Knicks' championship contender ceiling, and more. Today's guest(s): Mike Brownfeld
2021-11-1140 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #65: NBA 75th Anniversary Team Talk, including General Thoughts, Roster Takes, the Challenges of Comparing Eras, Issues with Criteria, Team Snubs, and more with Pablo PugaWelcome to the sixty-fifth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! With the official release of the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team, Pablo and I take an entire episode to break it all down. We'll start by generally talking about how far the NBA has come, where it's going, how it got here, and what were some of the challenges along the way. Then, we'll talk about what makes picking the NBA's "best" 75 players ever, including the challenging of defining "the best", difficulties comparing across eras, shifts in styles of play/rules, the older versus newer debate, valuing individual versus...
2021-11-0938 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Film Friday Special: Argo (2012) with John LeeWelcome to another episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast. In our next "Film Friday Special", John and I tackle the best bad idea ever in a movie as they watch six Americans get rescued during the apex of the 1979 Iranian Revolution starring Ben Affleck, Bryan Cranston, Alan Arkin, John Goodman, and others.
What is a "Film Friday Special"?
"Film Friday Specials" are episodes in which guests are brought on to the Dunkin' with Dom podcast to talk about some of their favorite movies of all time. Guests on the pod as well as myself...
2021-11-051h 01Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #64: NBA Early Season Headlines, including the Upside-Down East, Lost in LA, Jazz/Heat Big Picture Takes, Contender Concerns, NBA 75 Debate, and more with Micah GoldsteinWelcome to the sixty-fourth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Micah and I provide an in-depth analysis of all the major players, teams, and storylines that have dominated headlines early on for this NBA season. We'll start out East and focus on some of the notable teams in that conference, including Charlotte's strong start, the (for now) successful offseasons of Chicago and New York, Miami's upside, concerns with the Nets, questions about Philly, Giannis' dominance, and more. Then, we'll shift out West and run through an assortment of topics, including Russell Westbrook's questionable fit with...
2021-11-0155 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #63: NFL Weeks #6-7 Complete Analysis, including the Chiefs Struggles, Frisky Bengals, Doomsday in Detroit, AFC's versus NFC's "Middle Class", and more with Peyton PrzygodaWelcome to the sixty-third episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! Despite all the NBA action taking place, we still can't forget about the NFL! In this super-duper quick episode, Peyton and I catch you all up with the latest in professional football. We'll start out by talking about some of the biggest games, including the Titans' blowout of the Chiefs, Cleveland got a huge win over Denver, Cincinnati staying hot over the Ravens, Detroit's continued struggles, Dallas looking like a dark-horse contender, and more. Then, we'll start with the AFC and then move to the NFC, looking at...
2021-10-2827 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #62: NBA Opening Week! Early Surprises and Disappointments, including Woes with Westbrook, Bulls Start Hot, Curry versus Giannis, Brooklyn Blunders, and more with Alex EismanWelcome to the sixty-second episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! With the 75th season of the NBA underway, Alex and I provide our thoughts on the first week of action. We'll start by talking about the Lakers, Westbrook's questionable fit with the team, LeBron's durability, and how probable this team could make the playoffs while avoiding the play-in game. Then, we'll shift out East and talk about strong starts from both the Hornets and the Bulls, how sustainable this is, and if both these teams could be playoff threats down the road. Finally, we'll run through both conferences...
2021-10-2746 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #61: NBA 2021-2022 Miami Heat Regular Season Preview, including Lowry's Impact, Bam's Progression, Herro's Bounceback?, X-Factors, Playoff Upside, and more with Matthew BryanWelcome to the sixty-first episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! With the NBA's 75th Anniversary season underway, the Miami Heat are set to kick off with their thirty-fourth season in the league. In this episode, Matthew and I talk about all things Miami. We'll start off with what went wrong last season, particularly when it came to roster limitations, lack of improvement, and our embarrassing defeat against the Bucks in the postseason. Then, we'll focus on this season, including the Heat's best players, potential lineups, strengths, weaknesses, x-factors, and more. Lastly, we'll contextualize how good this Miami Heat...
2021-10-2238 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #60: The NBA is Back! NBA 2021-2022 Eastern and Western Conference Regular Season Standing Predictions with Liam GriffinWelcome back to the sixtieth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! With the NBA's "Opening Night" officially over, Liam and I use this opportunity to predict how we think the regular season will play out across the league. We'll start out East and rank all the teams in order (from first place to fifteenth place), providing our rationale over teams were confident in, scared of, or confused by. We'll also categorize all teams within tiers, especially around the confines of the contenders, playoff teams, play-in candidates, and the rest of the field. We'll then proceed with the same...
2021-10-2042 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #59: NBA 2021-2022 Western Conference Regular Season Over/Under Line Predictions with Zack DietlWelcome to the fifty-ninth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! With opening night for the NBA just moments away, it's time to make our regular season predictions. In the second of back-to-back episodes, Zack and I will make our predictions for every Western Conference teams' over/under lines for the 2021-2022 regular season. We'll run through all fifteen teams out West, state their respective over/under lines for regular season wins, and then go back-and-forth on every team's status, strengths, weaknesses, and general thoughts as we make the case to each other for our selections. By the end...
2021-10-1845 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #58: NBA 2021-2022 Eastern Conference Regular Season Over/Under Line Predictions with Aidan LevinWelcome to the fifty-eighth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! With opening night for the NBA just moments away, it's time to make our regular season predictions. In the first of back-to-back episodes, Aidan and I will make our predictions for every Eastern Conference teams' over/under lines for the 2021-2022 regular season. We'll run through all fifteen teams out East, state their respective over/under lines for regular season wins, and then go back-and-forth on every team's status, strengths, weaknesses, and general thoughts as we make the case to each other for our selections. By the end...
2021-10-1854 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #57: Breaking Down the Jon Gruden Situation. Plus: NFL Week #5 Complete Analysis, including Wilson's Injury, Key Division Battles, Week #6 Outlook, and more with Michael RuizWelcome to the fifty-seventh episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Michael and I start off on a very serious and important note by discussing the latest regarding (now former) Raiders head coach Jon Gruden. We've got the latest on his firing, the "in the moment-ness" that took place during the broadcast of Monday Night Football, what this means for relations between the players and upper-NFL management, how unprecedented this situation is, why this is a horrific look for the NFL, what's next for the Raiders, and much (much) more. After all that, we'll break down...
2021-10-1454 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #56: Debating the NBA's Most Controversial Offseason Trades, Signings, Acquisitions, and Teams with Andres FreneroWelcome to the fifty-sixth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this throwback pod (recorded all the way back in August), Andres and I debate some of the most polarizing moves from the 2021 NBA offseason. We'll start out East and focus on teams such as the Bulls, Heat, Knicks, and Sixers. Then, we'll round out our conversation with the Eastern Conference before shifting our attention to the Western Conference with teams such as the Lakers, Warriors, and Trail Blazers. Additionally, we'll also be going back-and-forth on why we do or don't agree with certain signings, takes, and/or...
2021-10-1251 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Film Friday Special: Mean Girls (2004) with Hannah GardnerWelcome to another episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast. In our next "Film Friday Special", Hannah and I return to high school and soon find out that the limit indeed does not exist in this teen comedy classic starring Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Tina Fey, Tim Meadows, and others.
What is a "Film Friday Special"?
"Film Friday Specials" are episodes in which guests are brought on to the Dunkin' with Dom podcast to talk about some of their favorite movies of all time. Guests on the pod as well as myself will watch the...
2021-10-081h 04Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #55: NFL Week #4 Complete Analysis, including Urban Meyer's Downfall, Rookie QB Struggles, TB vs. NE, NFC West Juggernauts, Division Standouts, and more with Jagger KachmarykWelcome to the fifty-fifth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Jagger and I discuss the latest action from Week #5 of the NFL. We'll start out talking about Urban Meyer's situation in Jacksonville, the Jaguars' continued misery, and what's next for a franchise stuck in mediocrity. Then, we'll discuss rookie quarterbacks that have struggled across the league, including Justin Fields in Chicago, Mac Jones in New England, and Tua Tagovailoa in Miami. Lastly, we'll bounce around the league and talk about all the big games, teams that surprised us, critical matchups in Week #6, the MVP race...
2021-10-0734 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #54: NBA 2020 Bubble Basketball Rewind, including the All-Time First Round Battles, the Clippers Collapse, LA versus MIA, Player Legacies, Best Games, and more with Bryn OstbyWelcome to the fifty-fourth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! As we come close to the one-year anniversary of "The NBA Bubble", Ozzy and I rewind the clock back to 2020 and talk about all things Bubble Basketball. We'll start off by talking about the NBA mid-season shutdown and the process of the league trying to restart itself amidst the pandemic. Then, we'll spend nearly forty minutes talking about the NBA Bubble's best moments, including the Nuggets coming back down 3-1 in multiple series, Miami's unexpected Finals run, the Clippers struggles against Denver, Giannis' evolution, LA's dominance, the disappointing...
2021-10-0651 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #53: NBA 2021-2022 Championship Contenders Talk, including the Favorites, the Dark Horses, the Pretenders, and more with Carlos GarciaWelcome to the fifty-third episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In our first NBA episode in just over a month, Carlos and I will go back-and-forth on who we think are the teams most capable of winning the title for the 2021-2022 season. We'll start out in the Eastern Conference and focus on teams like the Bucks, Nets, Sixers, Heat, Hawks, and Celtics. Then, we'll shift out to the Western Conference and dedicate time to the Lakers, Warriors, Nuggets, Mavericks, Clippers, Suns, and Jazz. Topics of interest we will focus on include playoff upside, strengths, weaknesses, player rankings...
2021-10-0154 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #52: NFL Week #2 and #3 Complete Analysis, including Dolphin Deficiencies, KC's Slow Start, Overrated Contenders, Super Stafford, the NFC (L)east, and more with Chris AlvarezWelcome to the fifty-second episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Chris and I will run through some of the key games from the past two weeks of action in the NFL. We'll talk about all the best moments, teams, and players from Week #2 and #3. Additionally, we'll also focus on the big picture when it comes to all the teams we talk about, specifically those that have struggled out of the gate, those that have overachieved, and noticeable flaws for some of the league's most notable franchises. Lastly, we'll run through each division and discuss what...
2021-09-3044 minDunkin' with DomFilm Friday Special: BlacKkKlansman (2018) Full Walkthrough with Nardeen SaleepWelcome to another episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast. In our next "Film Friday Special", Nardeen and I follow the path of black Colorado police officer Ron Stallworth as he attempts to take down "The Organization" in a story that is indeed "based upon some fo real fo real shit" starring John David Washington, Adam Driver, Topher Grace, Laura Harrier, and others.
What is a "Film Friday Special"?
"Film Friday Specials" are episodes in which guests are brought on to the Dunkin' with Dom podcast to talk about some of their favorite movies of...
2021-09-241h 21Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #51: NFL Week #1 Complete Analysis, including TB/DAL and BAL/OAK Opening Classics, Rodgers' Struggles, Mac versus Tua, NFC West Dominance, and more with Wyatt MillerWelcome to the fifty-first episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! Week #1 of NFL football is officially in the books. In this episode, Wyatt and I will run through every game from last week's action, talking about the big stats, storylines, narratives, and more. Additionally, we'll also answer some questions, as well as go back and forth on various topics. What's going on with Aaron Rodgers and the Packers? Are the Saints legit? Despite the loss, did the Browns prove that they could compete against the NFL's best? What are our thoughts on the young quarterbacks in the league...
2021-09-1951 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #50(!!!): A Complete Walkthrough of Game 6 of the 1998 NBA Finals with Trey Redfield (History on the Hardwood Series "Pilot" Episode)Welcome to a special fiftieth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In the first of many "History on the Hardwood" episodes, Trey and I are winding the clock back to 1998, talking about what is seen by many to be Michael Jordan's most important and best-played game ever. We'll be talking about all things Game 6, breaking down one of the most legacy-defining games in NBA history. Today's guest(s): Trey Redfield
"History on the Hardwood" is a series in which I'll be covering some of the most career-altering, league-changing, historic games ever in the NBA. For every g...
2021-09-161h 18Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #49: NFL 2021 MVP, Division Winners, Playoff Odds, and Super Bowl Betting Lines Debate with Austen McDonaldWelcome to the forty-ninth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In another NFL-related episode of the pod, Austen and I will look to all the betting lines for some of the most notable things regarding this NFL season. We'll start with the MVP lines, talk about what stands out, best value bets, stay-away players, super-duper sleepers, and more. Then, we'll break down each division and talk about who is the most likely to win in conjunction with what is the best team to bet on for each division. Lastly, we'll expand our scope out to the whole league...
2021-09-1444 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #48: NFL AFC Over/Under Lines Debate, including the Frisky East, the Topsy-Turvy North, the Chiefs and Not-So-Wild West, Disarray in the South, and more with Chris AlvarezWelcome to the forty-eighth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In the second of back-to-back episodes, we'll be taking the time on the pod to run through every NFL team, breaking down and debating the betting lines for total regular season wins and deciding whether a particular team will reach or fall short of their designated total regular season wins number. In today's episode, we'll be focusing exclusively on the AFC, running through each division and running through all the over/under lines that we both agree and disagree on. With Sunday football action officially returning, Chris and...
2021-09-101h 02Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #47: NFL NFC Over/Under Lines Debate, including the Juggernaut West, Questions Galore Down South, the Comeback Cowboys?, the Notables up North, and more with Riley WallWelcome to the forty-seventh episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In the first of two episodes, we'll be taking the time on the pod to run through every NFL team, breaking down and debating the betting lines for total regular season wins and deciding whether a particular team will reach or fall short of their designated total regular season wins number. In today's episode, we'll be focusing exclusively on the NFC, running through each division and running through all the over/under lines that we both agree and disagree on. With football officially returning in just a handful...
2021-09-0752 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #46: The NFL is Back! Introduction to the 2021 NFL Season, including Major Storylines, the League's Status, Division Breakdowns, Playoff Outlook, and more with Anthony AlandtWelcome to the forty-sixth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! As professional football is set to return in about a week for the first time in over seven months, Anthony and I dedicate nearly an hour to discussing all things NFL. We'll start at the top by discussing some big-name issues that the league has had to deal with, including the addition of a seventeenth game (and its ramifications) and the conflict over vaccination efforts. Then, we'll spend nearly fifty minutes breaking down every division in the NFL, including our thoughts on every team, where they stand within...
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Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #45: NBA Eastern Conference Offseason Winners, Losers, and Questionables with Aidan LevinWelcome to the forty-fifth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In another NBA offseason episode, Aidan and I run through all of the Eastern Conference teams and determines if we considered their entire offseasons (the totality of the draft, free agency, and trades) as worthy of being classified as winners, losers, and questionables. Again, we will be focusing exclusively on the Eastern Conference and give our takes on every team, every signing, every contract, and every major move. Additionally, we'll also go back-and-forth on teams we disagree with and contextualize their offseasons within the framework of how these...
2021-08-3053 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #44: NBA Western Conference Offseason Winners, Losers, and Questionables with Jesse CookWelcome to the forty-fourth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In another NBA offseason episode, Jesse and I run through all of the Western Conference teams and determine if we considered their entire offseasons (the totality of the draft, free agency, and trades) as worthy of being classified as winners, losers, and questionables. Again, we will be focusing exclusively on the Western Conference and give our takes on every team, every signing, every contract, and every major move. Additionally, we'll also go back-and-forth on teams we disagree with and contextualize their offseasons within the framework of how these...
2021-08-2357 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #43: Grading Every Major NBA Offseason Trade with Liam Griffin. Plus: Draft Talk, 2022 Outlook, Offseason Disagreements, and more (NBA Mega Offseason Pod, Part II)Welcome to the forty-third episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast. Continuing from where we left on in our last episode, Liam and I will carry on with our NBA offseason discussion. In part two of this lengthy recording session, we'll be focusing on the big trades that took place during the offseason, especially but limited to the following: Russell Westbrook to the Lakers, Lonzo Ball and DeMar DeRozan to the Bulls, Jonas Valanciunas to the Pelicans, Josh Richardson to the Celtics, and others. After all, Liam and I will discuss all thing related to the NBA Draft. What...
2021-08-1749 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #42: Grading Every NBA Free Agent Signing and Contract Extension with Liam Griffin (NBA Mega Offseason Pod, Part I)Welcome to the forty-second episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this first part of a two-part recording session, Liam and I will hand out letter grades to every major NBA free agent move. In this segment, we'll provide our own opinions behind the grades, thoughts on how said player's contract, and the context of that player within certain teams. We'll also clash over disagreements we have with certain moves. What is Miami's upside in the Eastern Conference in 2021-2022? Is Kyle Lowry worth his new contract? How much should Duncan Robinson get paid? Did the Bulls give...
2021-08-0950 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #41: NBA Western Conference Free Agency Full Analysis, including the Lakers' New Big Three, CP3 Gets Paid, Golden State Stays Pat, Pelicans Delusion, and more with Zack DietlWelcome to the forty-first episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, we'll pick up right where we left off in the last episode, this time focusing on all the major free agent signings and trades made in the Western Conference. Zack and I will spend the first part of this podcast talking about the Lakers and their retooled roster. How will Russell Westbrook fit alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis? Should the Lakers have traded for Buddy Hield? Can the new Lakers' role players overcome questions regarding age, fit, and play style? After that, we'll focus...
2021-08-0554 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #40: NBA Eastern Conference Free Agency Full Analysis, including the Ultra-Retooling Heat, Idiotic Bulls, Blundering Knicks, Stand-Still Sixers, and more with Pablo PugaWelcome to the fortieth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! After a crazy first two days of free agency, Pablo and I will focus our attention on the Eastern Conference and the teams that have stood out to us the most, including Miami, Chicago, New York, and others. In this episode, we'll start off by talking about the Heat, including the acquisition of Kyle Lowry, his fit with the rest of the roster, Miami's chances at a title, Jimmy Butler's huge contract extension, and more. Then, we'll focus on two teams whose moves have provided nothing but concern...
2021-08-0458 minDunkin' with DomFilm Friday Special: Space Jam (1996) Full Walkthrough with Dan Capelli and Hannah GardnerWelcome to another episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast. In our next "Film Friday Special", Hannah, Dan, and I team up with the NBA's GOAT and the Looney Tunes to take on the Monstars in this movie starring Michael Jordan, Wayne Knight, Danny DeVito, Bill Murray, and more.
What is a "Film Friday Special"?
"Film Friday Specials" are episodes in which guests are brought on to the Dunkin' with Dom podcast to talk about some of their favorite movies of all time. Guests on the pod as well as myself will watch the movie...
2021-07-301h 13Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #39: NBA Pre-Draft Expectations, Pels-Grizz Trade, Rumors Galore, 2021-2022 Dates Released, New Rules, and more (Solo NBA News Segment)Welcome to the thirty-ninth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In our first solo NBA news segment in over a month, I'll be going over some main storylines in regards to the NBA Draft. Specifically, I'll be detailing my predictions, teams to watch out for, opportunities for teams to move up (and down) in the draft, and more. Additionally, we'll also discuss the ramifications of the first big trade of the offseason between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Memphis Grizzlies, as well as other rumors regarding superstars, key players, and other assets. Lastly, we'll talk about some...
2021-07-3034 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #38: NBA Mega Offseason Preview, including Superstar Trade Sweepstakes, Draft Day Scenarios, Free Agency Questions, Teams to Watch For, and more with Jose CobiellaWelcome to the thirty-eighth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Jose and I will be introducing all the major storylines, trade opportunities, and team situations in regards to the NBA Draft, free agency, and more. We will be spending most of our time focusing mainly on three key sections of this year's offseason: potential superstars that could be on the move, scenarios that could take place on the day of the NBA draft that could make or break certain franchises, and the upside (and in some cases, downside) of free agents on specific teams. Additionally...
2021-07-2846 minDunkin' with DomFilm Friday Special: Marriage Story (2019) Full Walkthrough with Nardeen SaleepWelcome to another episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast. In our next "Film Friday Special", Nardeen and I will look to speak our minds and answer the question of "What I Like About?" this movie starring Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Laura Dern, and others.
What is a "Film Friday Special"?
"Film Friday Specials" are episodes in which guests are brought on to the Dunkin' with Dom podcast to talk about some of their favorite movies of all time. Guests on the pod as well as myself will watch the movie up for discussion beforehand...
2021-07-231h 09Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #37: The Bucks are Champions! NBA Finals Game 6 Recap with Bryn Ostby. Plus: Giannis' Legacy, Offseason Expectations, Contract Uncertainties, Draft Questions, and more.Welcome to the thirty-seventh episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! An up-and-down NBA season plagued by uncertainties, problems, injuries, and a pandemic finally comes to a close as the Milwaukee Bucks are the 2020-2021 NBA Champions. In this episode, Ozzy and I will talk about Game 6 and its implications, including how Milwaukee won the series, why the Suns couldn't outhustle the Bucks, what this win means for Giannis' all-time resume, our thoughts on the series as a while, what's next for both teams, Chris Paul's future, and more. Additionally, we'll focus our attention on the upcoming offseason and w...
2021-07-2255 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #36: NBA Finals Game 5 Recap with Zack Dietl. Plus: Lakers Uncertainty, Dysfunction in Dallas, Kawhi's Contract, Frustrations in Portland, and more Offseason News.Welcome to the thirty-sixth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Zack and I will focus our attention mainly on Game 5 of the NBA Finals, including some of our big takeaways from the game. Specifically, we'll talk about Milwaukee's near-perfect game, Jrue Holiday rediscovering his offense, Giannis' superb play, Chris Paul's inconsistencies, and what Phoenix could do (if anything at all) to get back in this series. Next, we'll touch upon some more offseason news and answer some important questions about current players, teams, and situations. Who can the Lakers sign and/or trade for to...
2021-07-1850 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #35: NBA Finals Games 3 and 4 Recap with Aidan Levin. Plus: Kawhi Injury Confusion, Ben Simmons Uncertainty, Trade Scenarios Galore, Team USA Struggles, and more.Welcome to the thirty-fifth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, we'll be discussing Games 3 and 4 of the NBA Finals. Specifically, we'll focus on Giannis' continued dominance, Milwaukee's resurgence (especially on defense), adjustments Phoenix could make, should Suns fans be fearful of CP3's recent offensive struggles, and more. Additionally, we'll provide some outlook for the rest of the series, including our thoughts on what Game 5 could look like and the path both teams need to follow in hopes of winning a title. After all that, we'll touch upon some notable offseason news. How serious is...
2021-07-1650 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #34: NBA Finals Game 2 Recap with Pablo Puga. Plus: The Rachel Nichols-Maria Taylor Controversy, Draft Rumors, Offseason Questions, and more.Welcome to the thirty-fourth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In this episode, Pablo and I will center our attention on Game 2 of the NBA Finals and discuss some of our notable takeaways and thoughts. Specifically, we'll focus on Giannis looking a lot like his older self, Milwaukee's supporting cast continuing to struggle (especially Jrue Holiday and Khris Middleton), Phoenix's hot shooting from the three-point and foul lines, CP3's consistency, Devin Booker's elevated play in the postseason, and Deandre Ayton's role in the Finals as an x-factor. After that, we'll spend some time talking about the recent...
2021-07-0953 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #33: NBA Finals Game 1 Recap, including Hobbled Giannis, Flamethrower CP3, Milwaukee's Lackluster Bench, and more with Ryan Lindblom. Plus: The "Nothing-Burger" CelticsWelcome to the thirty-third episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! As the Finals start to get underway, Ryan and I will focus exclusively on talking about Game 1 and some of our notable takeaways and thoughts. We'll spend much of our time talking about Phoenix's dominance, especially from the free throw line, tempo, taking advantage of clear mismatches, and forcing Milwaukee to take some difficult shots on offense. We'll also talk about Giannis' limitations regarding his knee injury, Chris Paul's ability to kill the Bucks' bigs in pick-and-rolls (and why he's clearly the runaway frontrunner for Finals MVP already...
2021-07-0738 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #32: 2021 NBA Finals Complete Preview with Chris Alvarez and Matthew Bryan. Plus: Player Narratives, Trouble in Portland, Dame Destinations, and moreWelcome to the thirty-second episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! With the first game of the NBA Finals set to tip off just shortly, we'll be focusing nearly this entire episode on previewing the NBA Finals itself, including both franchises and what's at stake for Milwaukee and Phoenix, the big-name players in this series, key takeaways, series expectations, and more. We'll be covering every game from the NBA Finals on the pod, but this episode will hopefully frame the NBA Finals within the context of this postseason, including which players will be most affected if they win the...
2021-07-0641 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #31: The Valley Oop, Replay Recklessness, Bucks versus Hawks Preview, Ben Simmons Slander, Post-Lottery Thoughts, and more with Liam GriffinWelcome to the thirty-first episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In another NBA news episode, we'll be focusing on some of the more recent headlines from the league the past couple of days. We'll start out with the postseason and focus our attention there, including a miracle win for the Suns in Game 2, the questionable calls made by the referees, the problems with the NBA's "Instant Replay", and more. We'll also focus on the Hawks versus Bucks series, including Milwaukee's contender ceiling, why people shouldn't count out Atlanta just yet, and more. After that, we'll shift our attention...
2021-06-2445 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #30: NBA Draft Lottery Live (!!!) Reactions with Bryn Ostby. Plus: Chris Paul's Legacy, Bucks versus Suns Finals Odds, Draft Scenarios, and moreWelcome to the thirtieth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In our first ever live episode, Ozzy and I will be covering various NBA topics while also reacting live to the NBA Draft lottery taking place. Before the lottery starts, we'll talk about a wide range of things, including Ben Simmons, Milwaukee's championship potential, Chris Paul, and more. Then, we'll shift into some of the possible scenarios that could've taken place during the NBA Draft lottery, especially when it came to picking movement (out of the first eight picks, three had the potential of changing hands to other...
2021-06-2344 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #29: Postseason Update, Walker-Horford Trade, LeBron's Twitter Rant, Coaching Vacancies Galore, All-NBA Reactions, and more (NBA Solo Edition)Welcome to the twenty-ninth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In another NBA news episode, this time a solo edition, I'll be talking about a lot of the major news headlines from the past two weeks that we haven't covered yet. We'll first start off by talking about the upcoming postseason series, including multiple Game 7's in the Eastern Conference and the upcoming Suns-Clippers matchup. Then, we'll be touching on the first of what's to be many offseason trades, as Al Horford returns back to Boston while Oklahoma City continues to build upon their collection of draft capital...
2021-06-1937 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Film Friday Special: The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) Full Walkthrough with Julian Delamaza and Vicente SanchezWelcome to another episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast. In our next "Film Friday Special", Julian, Vicente, and I will look to sell me this pen and this movie starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill, Margot Robbie, Matthew McConaughey, Kyle Chandler, and others.
What is a "Film Friday Special"?
"Film Friday Specials" are episodes in which guests are brought on to the Dunkin' with Dom podcast to talk about some of their favorite movies of all time. Guests on the pod as well as myself will watch the movie up for discussion beforehand, take notes...
2021-06-181h 21Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Film Friday Special: The Imitation Game (2014) Full Walkthrough with Miranda Newman and Nardeen SaleepWelcome to another episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast. In the first of many "Film Friday Specials", we'll be trying to crack the enigma code of this award-winning film starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley, Matthew Goode, Mark Strong, and others.
What is a "Film Friday Special"?
"Film Friday Specials" are episodes in which guests are brought on to the Dunkin' with Dom podcast to talk about some of their favorite movies of all time. Guests on the pod as well as myself will watch the movie up for discussion beforehand, take notes, and engage...
2021-06-041h 12Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #28: Reminiscing Over Miami's Cinderella-Like 2020 Bubble Run and the Heat's Up-and-Down 2021 Season with Matthew Bryan and Michael RuizWelcome to the twenty-eighth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! In another multi-guest podcast, we'll be focusing nearly all of our attention on the Miami Heat, specifically what went wrong for the team during this NBA season, and highlighting some of our favorite players, moments, and games during the team's title run the previous season amidst the creation of the "NBA Bubble." Was it feasible for Miami to trade for James Harden in order to boost up the offense? Was it the right idea the run nearly the same roster as last season back for this season? What...
2021-06-0359 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #27: In-Depth Analysis of Every NBA Playoff Series, Postseason Takeaways, Future Playoff Bracket Outlook, Title Contender Uncertainties, and more with Micah GoldsteinWelcome to the twenty-seventh episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! As the playoffs continue to get underway, Micah and I spend nearly ninety minutes (!!!) talking about all of the NBA postseason matchups up to this point. Starting out West and then shifting out East, we'll be focusing on our thoughts for each series up to this point, adjustments teams can make, things that have surprised us so far, how each of these matchups affects the larger playoff bracket, and much more. Is the matchup between the Suns and Lakers the most consequential for the entire Western Conference playoff...
2021-06-011h 19Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #26: Eastern Conference First Round Playoff Thoughts, including Milwaukee's Ultra-Revenge, Brooklyn's Dominance, the NYK/ATL Rivalry, Philly's Upside, and more with John LeeWelcome to the twenty-sixth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! As the First Round of the NBA Playoffs starts to get underway, John and I will be focusing on each of the different series, this time shifting out East and focusing on the Eastern Conference. Specifically, we'll be focusing on some of our notable takeaways from each of the different series. Why is Miami struggling so much to score, especially their big-name superstars? Is Milwaukee the new team to beat out East? What's wrong with Boston? Has Brooklyn finally started to answer some of the questions that have...
2021-05-2830 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #25: Western Conference First Round Playoff Thoughts, including the Lakers' Struggles, Luka's Brilliance, Jokic versus Lillard, Jazz Uncertainties, and more with Aidan LevinWelcome to the twenty-fifth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom podcast! As the First Round of the NBA playoffs starts to get underway, Aidan and I will be focusing on each of the different series exclusively in the Western Conference and focusing on some of our notable takeaways after the first couple of intense games. In order, we'll be analyzing the Suns versus Lakers, Clippers versus Mavericks, Jazz versus Grizzlies, and Nuggets versus Trail Blazers. What's wrong with Anthony Davis? Does this prove that the Suns are legit championship contenders? Are the Clippers on upset alert already? Will Luka's...
2021-05-2637 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #24: NBA Play-In Tournament Preview, First Round Matchups, Postseason Scenarios, and more with Liam GriffinWelcome to the twenty-fourth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! After a long season plagued with COVID absences, superstar injuries, and unexpected results, the NBA playoffs are finally back! In this episode, Liam and I will be discussing each of the four different play-in games, our thoughts about each of the teams, and where they stand within the context of the postseason bracket. Additionally, we'll also run down some scenarios in the event that certain teams win the play-in game at certain respective points. Lastly, we'll be briefly discussing the First Round matchups that are already set in...
2021-05-1839 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #23: NBA 2021 Awards Show, including MVP Ballot Debate, All-NBA Arguments, Other Major Awards, and more with Micah GoldsteinWelcome to the twenty-third episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! To celebrate the end (well, almost the end) of this NBA season, Micah and I will spend over an hour discussing this year's potential for winner for MVP as well as the rest of our MVP ballot, answering all of the tough questions along the way. Is Jokic the clear frontrunner? Where should Steph Curry rank on the ballot, if at all? Is Giannis' case criminally underrated? Should one of Chris Paul or Rudy Gobert be recognized for their respective impacts? Additionally, we'll also be running through each...
2021-05-131h 09Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #22: 2021 NFL Draft, including Quarterback Selections, Notable First Rounders, Winners and Losers, Sleepers, and more with Seth Golden and Austen McDonaldWelcome to the twenty-second episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this multi-guest pod, Seth, Austen, and I will be talking about this year's NFL draft. We'll spend the first part of so discussing all the quarterbacks taken off the board, including Trevor Lawrence's fit in Jacksonville, Zach Wilson's upside (and/or downside) with the Jets, Trey Lance's opportunity in San Francisco, Chicago landing a steal in Justin Fields, and the Patriots taking a gamble with Mac Jones. Additionally, we'll also look at some of the notable selections in the first round, including Kyle Pitts, Penei Sewell, and...
2021-05-1249 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #21: Contender Talk, Playoff Outlook, Team Questions, Pretender Upsides, and more (NBA Solo Edition)Welcome to the twenty-first episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this solo edition of the pod, I'll be sharing my thoughts about this postseason, especially when it comes to the legit contenders and outsiders looking into the playoff picture. Specifically, I'll be talking about all sixteen teams currently in the playoff picture and deep-dive teams that I believe have a legit shot at winning a title this season. What should I make of Brooklyn's chances given their lack of defense and continuity? Should the Sixers and Bucks be taken more seriously? Are the Lakers on upset alert...
2021-05-1039 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #20: Steph Curry Goes Nuclear, Play-In Game Frenzy, Playoff Seeding Insanity, Finals Betting Lines, MVP Questions Galore, and more with Bryn OstbyWelcome to the twentieth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In another jam-packed NBA episode, Ozzy and I will be focusing our attention on the playoffs as this season starts to wind down. Our first portion of the pod will highlight the play-in game and some of the upside potential for teams like the Warriors, while also showcasing how important it is this year to have a top-six seed in both conferences. We'll also break down how the play-in game works and how this will affect both teams inside and outside of this year's postseason picture. Additionally, we...
2021-04-2959 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #19: The Last Dance Walkthrough, including MJ's Retirement, the '93 Finals, Trash Talk Stories, the "Layup-Steal-Jumpshot" Sequence, and more with Michael Ruiz (Part II)Welcome to the nineteenth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In our second part of a multi-part special, we'll be tackling the last five episodes of "The Last Dance" documentary series. Specifically, we'll be focusing on some of the notable historical moments in the episodes as well as some of the best MJ games ever in his career. Was his performance in the '93 Finals the best championship series performance of all-time? What factors led to his first retirement? What's the deal behind "The Flu Game?" Are the '96 Bulls the best single-season team ever? How important was...
2021-04-2655 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #18: The Last Dance Walkthrough, including MJ's 63-point game, the Early Bulls Era, Pippen's Contract, the Phil-Krause Feud, the Bad Boys, and more with John Lee (Part I)Welcome to the eighteenth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In our first of a multi-part episode, John and I will be breaking down the first five episodes of the ten-part documentary "The Last Dance", which was released just over a year ago. Specifically, we'll be focusing on contextualizing the documentary, highlighting what aged well in TLD, and discussing some of the major plotlines from the first half of the series. What made MJ such a dominant basketball legend and cultural icon? Why was this considered the "last dance" for the Bulls? What were some of the best...
2021-04-2151 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #17: NBA Bubble Hangover, Injuries Galore, Post All-Star Break Narratives, Playoff Battles, Kobe's Final Game Anniversary, and more with Aidan LevinWelcome to the seventeenth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In another jam-packed NBA episode, we'll be talking a lot about some recent NBA news, including Jamal Murray's season-ending injury and how that affects the outlook of the league moving forward. Additionally, we'll also be focusing our attention on what narratives will define the rest of this NBA season. Is Harden now the clear favorite for the MVP? Is this the worst Rookie of the Year race this century? Who of Philadelphia, Brooklyn, and Milwaukee can claim the first seed out East? Can Boston and Miami pull off...
2021-04-1551 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #16: Lockdown Reflection, Quarantine Boredom, Road to Normalcy, Vaccine Distribution Hell, and more with Hannah GardnerWelcome to the sixteenth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode, looking back at the period of nationwide "lockdowns" that were taking place around this time over a year ago, Hannah and I will be talking about the lockdowns themselves, including trying to become more entertained while we were all stuck at home, not being able to see friends, dealing with COVID-19 in two hot spot states (New York and Florida), transitioning to online school, and more. What habits did people start picking up during this time period? In retrospect, what made this point in time...
2021-04-1336 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #15: Struggling Lakers, Playoff Seeding Discussion, Holiday Extension, Harden's MVP Case, Lottery Talk and more with Liam GriffinWelcome to the fifteenth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode, we'll be tackling some of the latest headlines from around the NBA, including the Lakers continuing to struggle without their two best players, Jrue Holliday signing a massive contract extension with the Bucks, and more. Additionally, we'll also be talking about some important questions regarding playoff seeding. Where will the Lakers fall within the playoff picture? Which team out East will end up as the first seed in the whole conference? Is Boston better off trying to play against Philadelphia over other teams like Brooklyn...
2021-04-0643 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #14: New Faces in New Places, Post-Deadline Thoughts, NBA MVP Odds, and more with Micah GoldsteinWelcome to the fourteenth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In another great NBA segment, we'll be touching upon some of the more recent NBA headlines of the last week, including Andre Drummond signing with the Lakers, LaMarcus Aldridge taking his talents to Brooklyn, and more. Additionally, we'll also be touching on some of the very magnifying deals from the trade deadline from more of a team's perspective. Should Miami be taken more seriously as a contender? How does the Vucevic deal affect Chicago's short-term and long-term future? Does the Gordon move put Denver over the top? Does...
2021-04-0146 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #13: NFL Free Agency Deals, Pre-Draft Trades, Quarterback Changes Galore, 2021 Outlook, and more with Austen McDonaldWelcome to the thirteenth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode, we'll be discussing the recent pre-draft day trades involving the Dolphins, 49ers, and Eagles. Did San Francisco make the right choice in moving up? Why did Miami choose to trade back later in the first round? Is the Eagles part of this trade completely overlooked? Additionally, we'll be running through each of the NFL divisions, highlighting some of the most important roster changes, quarterback swaps, and other offseason headlines. Will the Patriots' offseason spending spree help turn the team around? Should the Jets keep Sam...
2021-03-3051 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #12: NBA Trade Deadline Full Breakdown, Reactions, and Detailed Analysis with Chris AlvarezWelcome to the twelfth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! On this very special episode, Chris and I will be breaking down all nineteen of the player transactions that took place at or near the NBA's trade deadline, including All-Star Nikola Vucevic being shipped off to Chicago, Miami bolstering its roster up on all fronts, Orlando selling high on all of its best players, and more. How did each team at the deadline fare? Can Vucevic and All-Star Zach Lavine form one of the best 1-2 offensive punches in the league? Will Miami's new acquisitions be impactful on...
2021-03-2752 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #11: March Madness Bracket Analysis, Sweet Sixteen Predictions, Tournament Thoughts, and more with Geoffrey Goose. Plus: Elgin Baylor TributeWelcome to the eleventh episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode, we'll be focusing solely on the NCAA March Madness Tournament as of this point. First, we'll talk about all of the first and second round matchups and storylines, including Gonzaga's dominance, Syracuse's cinderella story, Oral Roberts' historical upsets, Florida State's upside, and more. Additionally, we will also be briefly running down each of the different matchups in the Sweet Sixteen. Lastly, due to recent news regarding the passing of Elgin Baylor, I'll be doing a quick tribute to his career by reading a small selection...
2021-03-2547 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #10: NBA Contender Talk, Deadline/Buyout Candidates, Playoff Outlook, and more with Pablo PugaWelcome to the tenth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode of the pod, with the NBA playoffs less than two months away, we'll be taking a look at the teams that we think have the most realistic chance of winning an NBA title if everything plays out in their respective way. We look at the strengths and weaknesses of each team's roster, gauge some moves contenders could make to bolster their roster, predict how realistic a deep postseason run is, and more. Topped over all of that, we'll be providing some trade candidates (and buyout...
2021-03-2459 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #9: 2021 March Madness First Round Matchups, Predictions, and Upsets. Plus: Updates, Upcoming Topics, and OutlookWelcome to the ninth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In our very first solo segment of the pod, I'll be breaking down the Round of 64 of this year's March Madness bracket. Specifically, I'll be looking at each of the different matchups, briefly talking about each team, and then deciding who I think will move on to the Round of 64. What are we supposed to make of the 8-9 and 7-10 matchups? Are any of the first, second, and third seeds on upset alert already? Are teams like UVA, Villanova, and Creighton already on the hot seat? All...
2021-03-1925 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #8: March Madness East and West Regions Discussion, Prescott's Extension, Saints' QB Situation, and more with Riley Wall. Plus: Solo NBA News Heat CheckWelcome to the eighth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode, we'll be breaking down the other half of the March Madness bracket, focusing our conversation on how the teams in the East and West Regions will fare in the March Madness tournament. Is Michigan the worst of the one-seeds? Could Gonzaga's perfect regular season come back to haunt them later in the tournament? Could the East Region be the most impossible to predict? Is Florida State this year's "Dark Horse" March Madness team? All that and more will be answered. Additionally, we'll also touch on...
2021-03-1657 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #7: March Madness is Back! South and Midwest Region Discussion, Syracuse's Cinderella Potential, Brees' Retirement, and more with Mike OstrowskiWelcome to the seventh episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! For the first time in nearly two years, we can safely say that March Madness has returned to all our lives! In this episode, Mike and I will be breaking down half of the March Madness bracket, providing some basic discussion about the different teams in the South and Midwest Regions. Is Villanova on upset alert in the First Round? How legit are Baylor and Illinois as one-seeds? Can Syracuse pull a 2016, defy the odds, and make a deep postseason run as an eleventh seed? Can Wisconsin or...
2021-03-1535 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #6: College Admissions Chaos, Confusion, and Catastrophe with Nardeen Saleep and Juha Schraden. Plus: "The Gobert Game" One-Year AnniversaryWelcome to the sixth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In an episode that features our first multi-guest lineup and our first non-sports topic, we'll be spending close to an hour talking about the college admissions process, how it impacts students in the United States, and what are some of its' many flaws. Nardeen, Juha, and I will share some of our own experiences and provide examples to back up our claims. Topics that we will be covering include inconsistencies in SAT Testing, the College Board's monopoly over the admissions market, application essays that are unnecessary, GPA inflation...
2021-03-121h 00Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #5: NBA MVP Ballots, All-NBA Arguments, Jazz Talk, and more with Micah GoldsteinWelcome to the fifth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode, Micah and I will be breaking down who is on our respective NBA MVP ballots, making the case for each of the guys on our list. We'll also briefly touch on some candidates who just missed the cut as well as what has made making an MVP ballot this year so challenging. Is Embiid the clear frontrunner? How legitimate is LeBron's case? Does anyone else really have a shot? How do inflated scoring efficiency, COVID-19 absences, and other factors influence our ballots? Additionally, we'll also...
2021-03-091h 07Dunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #4: J.J. Watt Heads West, NFL 2020 Recap, Miracle Browns, Quarterback Questions, 'Cuse Basketball Struggles and more with Anthony Alandt. Plus: Solo NBA News Heat CheckWelcome to the forth episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode, we'll be analyzing the breaking news of J.J. Watt signing with the Arizona Cardinals in free agency. Does this move make the Cardinals a playoff lock? Did Arizona overpay for Watt? Would he have been better off on another team like Cleveland, Buffalo, or some other NFC franchise? Next, we'll be looking back at some of the best teams of the 2020 NFL season, including the Magical Browns, the Surprise Dolphins, the Up-and-Coming Bills, and more. Additionally, we'll also be talking about the Deshaun Watson...
2021-03-0459 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #3: Super Bowl LV Recap, 2021 Outlook, QB Carousel, Offseason Decisions, and more with Wyatt MillerWelcome to the third episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode, we'll be recapping Super Bowl LV about one month after the fact with the goal of looking at the game from a current-day point of view. Additionally, we will also be touching on a bunch of quarterback questions. Is Matthew Stafford the answer for the Rams? Can Carson Wentz take the Colts to the promised land? What's going to happen to Deshaun Watson? Lastly, we'll be looking at some big-name free agents and focus our attention on which of these individuals can turn pretenders into...
2021-03-0259 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #2: Trouble in T-Wolves Town, Big-Name Buyouts, Realistic Trade Deadline Moves, and All-Star Reserve Reactions with Liam GriffinWelcome to the second episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode, we run down some major NBA news headlines from the last week, including the Timberwolves cutting ties with Ryan Saunders, DeMarcus Cousins getting cut by the Rockets, and the current situations of Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin. Additionally, we'll also be briefly talking about what's gone wrong for the Celtics and Heat this season, as well as some big-name moves that fringe contenders could make to better their championship odds come playoff time. Lastly, we'll be giving our reactions to the announcements of the All-Star...
2021-02-2554 minDunkin' with DomDunkin' with Dom Episode #1: Debut! Surging Sixers, NBA Surprises and Disappointments, All-Star Talk, and more with Aidan LevinWelcome to the first episode of the Dunkin' with Dom Podcast! In this episode, we'll be talking about all things Sixers, including Philly's rejuvenated roster, Joel Embiid's MVP case, and potential trade deadline moves. We will also be looking at teams that have both surprised the expectations of most as well as those who have underperformed throughout the season. Lastly, we'll be reacting to the NBA's announcement of the All-Star starters in addition to picking who we think should be selected as All-Star reserves. Today's guest(s): Aidan Levin
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