Nkwa Asonye - Podcast Details

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In My Bag with Nkwa Asonye#TheCrossover Ep. 3 - Skubie MagezaThe third edition of #TheCrossover features ESPN host Skubie Mageza where he revealed what he listens to before a show (3:54), when he decided he wanted to work in sports (12:06), and his favorite moment working at ESPN (19:50). Follow Skubie on Instagram! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inmybag/message 2023-06-2325 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeMake It Work (ft. Skubie Mageza)To kick off the season's third episode, Nkwa talked about the MLB relocation drama in Oakland (1:08) and reflects on what he's learned about Juneteenth (23:30). ESPN's Skubie Mageza pulled up to #TheCrossover (9:15) to talk about his journey to Bristol...and his favorite music to get his going before he goes on-air. Follow Skubie on Instagram! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inmybag/message 2023-06-2129 min

In My Bag with Nkwa Asonye#TheCrossover Ep. 2 - Tye Brown & Cam FletcherNkwa welcomes producers Tye Brown and Cam Fletcher to the second edition of #TheCrossover where they unpacked a "legendary" basketball church league story (1:06), talked about their musical inspirations (11:23), Cam's reaching #1 on the iTunes charts last summer (25:52), and decried load management in the NBA (32:49). ⁠Follow Tye on Instagram!⁠ | ⁠Follow Cam on Instagram! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inmybag/message 2023-06-1641 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeIf You Know You Know (ft. Tye Brown & Cam Fletcher)In the season's second episode, Nkwa had words for PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan after he skipped out on an event at his alma mater with zero notice (1:21) and laments what's happening to the industry in light of the layoffs at The Athletic (32:30). #TheCrossover welcomed producers Tye Brown and Cam Fletcher to talk about their start in music...and a not-so-verifiable basketball story. Follow Tye on Instagram! | Follow Cam on Instagram! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inmybag/message 2023-06-1339 min

In My Bag with Nkwa Asonye#TheCrossover Ep. 1 - Brandon SherrodNkwa welcomes basketball player and Yale alum Brandon Sherrod to the first-ever edition of #TheCrossover. They covered how (and why) Brandon took a gap year to sing (1:13), how he got started in music (9:35), how NIL affects the Ivy League (16:50), and why the Celtics are so...disappointing (23:50). Edit: Brandon Jennings committed to Arizona before hooping in Australia, not UCLA. At least it was a Pac-10 school. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inmybag/message 2023-06-0934 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeLet It All Work Out (ft. Brandon Sherrod)In the first episode of the season, Nkwa talks about why it took so long to bring the show back (1:05), how the NBA Finals are a blast from the past (7:58), and shares a personal story involving the late Rev. Tim Keller (39:38). Basketball player and Yale alum Brandon Sherrod was the first guest on #TheCrossover segment (22:10) where he talked about his start in music off the court. Follow Brandon on Instagram! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inmybag/message 2023-06-0651 min

The Trail Babblers22 • Draft night live coverage with Nkwa AsonyeNkwa Asonye of Fox61 in Hartford, CT joins Andy and Joe for coverage of the top half of the NBA draft. Join us live as we are disappointed by the Blazers' and Knicks' decision making.2022-06-241h 43

Grading the World47 • Joy in MudvilleWith Darryl still in California, Joe and Matt are joined by Nkwa Asonye of Fox61 in Hartford to celebrate breaking Jeopardy news, along with a sadder discussion of Trevor Bauer, framing athletes' mental health issues, the Malice in the Palace documentary, and back to school concerns.2021-08-2358 min

LNBT: Trash Talk PodcastBeyond Budden & Don't Try to Save People at the Strip ClubEvan and Joel, are joined by Natalie Peña & Nkwa Asonye their LNBT cohost debut (and Patrick joins from the road in the second half). They discuss the broader issues of workplace harassment that Joe Budden demonstrated in his actions at his podcast network and why dudes gotta stop trying to "save" women at the strip club and beyond.2021-06-021h 27

BeHeard TalkBiden’s First 100 Days: The Beginning of Change or More of the Same?Black voters showed up for Joe. Now is he showing up for us? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Nkwa Asonye, Evan Mastrondari, and special featured guest Diallo Brooks, a Civil Rights Leader and Senior Director of Outreach at People for the American Way, evaluate President Joe Biden’s first 100 days in office and how he’s handled key issues like police reform, the pandemic, and the economy.2021-05-031h 00

Award Tour: The PodcastPolitics As Usual Vol. 3 (ft. Meghan McPeak)After a tumultuous week off, the guys regrouped to make sense of it all. Washington Mystics play-by-play broadcaster Meghan McPeak joined the show to dive into the WNBA's political impact, especially regarding the Senate runoff races in Georgia (1:03). Nkwa and Bryan then recounted their takeaways from the week for "Tell Me Something I Don't Know" (40:34) and handed out their awards (1:02:32). You can follow Meghan on Twitter and Instagram! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awardtour/message 2021-01-141h 18

Beyond The Headlines with Renee WashingtonBe true to yourself, you can pave your own path.Nkwa Asonye on his multi-talented career and path, staying true to himself as a Christian, musician, on-air talent, and coach.Spilling the Beans with Michaila McAnuff on LA Police arresting a man who threatened to shoot and kill Biden supporters if he won.In Will's Fantasy Footballers, Will recaps the week Terri McLaurin had before making his pick for a player or players to watch this week in Fantasy Football.Subscribe and listen to the show each week on Fox Sports Radio and all streaming platforms!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.f...2020-11-2035 min

Award Tour: The PodcastU Don't KnowEverybody claims not to know something these days. This week, the boys discussed the strange circumstances of former men's basketball head coach Pat Chambers' resignation from Penn State and why the University of Texas' school song needs re-examining. For "Tell Me Something I Don't Know," they each picked an athlete who never gets the respect they deserve. Nkwa also lent a few words in support of the #EndSARS movement. Once again, shoutout to DJ for submitting an award nomination through Anchor's Voice Messages! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awardtour/m...2020-10-221h 28

SportIToodSportITood Sep. 21, 2020 - Chopping It Up with Nkwa Asonye Jr.Nwka joins the show to talk everything from podcast names to NBA, NFL, MLB, WNBA and more.2020-09-2257 min

Award Tour: The PodcastIf You Know You Know (ft. Dez)Of course they would release an episode on Opening Day that covers baseball - particularly MLB's emphatic social media response defending their players kneeling for the anthem. Even their guest, rapper Dez, was a baseball standout in college. He spoke with the guys about his former career and the inspiration behind his debut album (32:00). For national favorite "Tell Me Something I Don't Know," Nkwa and Bryan disclose what childish things they have not yet set aside (22:15). Submit your award nominations using the hashtag #AwardTourPod or with Anchor's Voice Messages! Stream Dez's debut album, Dreams Come True Nightmares...2020-07-231h 25

Award Tour: The PodcastGenius Buckets (ft. Shakeia Taylor)The boys evaluate Kyrie Irving's comments about the NBA resuming the season (0:55-18:00) and examine Oklahoma State's saga and what it says about the power dynamic between NCAA student-athletes and coaches (28:12-44:18). This week for "Tell Me Something I Don't Know," Bryan and Nkwa reminisce on how they stumbled into sportscasting (18:04-28:01). Baseball writer Shakeia Taylor (44:21-1:17:37) also joined the program to talk about MLB's response - or the lack thereof - to the national racial climate. Catch up on all Shakeia's work: http://bourbonandcookies.com/ Support the Black Play-By-Play Broadcaster Grant Program: https://www.a...2020-06-181h 31

Scoop B Radio | #SCOOPBRADIO | Brandon RobinsonBrandon ‘Scoop B’ Robinson appears on "In My Bag" with Nkwa Asonye | May (2019)A repost of “In My Bag” recent episode.To wrap up Season 2, NBA reporter and podcast host Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson joined the show to talk about his start in the business and…what exactly is going to happen in NBA free agency. *wink-wink*Check out all of his latest work on ScoopB.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-251h 00

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeBack To The Basket (ft. Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson)To wrap up Season 2, NBA reporter and podcast host Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson joined the show to talk about his start in the business and...what exactly is going to happen in NBA free agency. *wink-wink* Check out all of his latest work on ScoopB.com!2019-05-241h 02

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeChurch Therapy (ft. Danny Hamilton)Photographer, minister, and entrepreneur Danny Hamilton joins Season 2's penultimate episode to talk about his creative vision, marriage (or the potential thereof), and the relationship between ministry and the arts.2019-05-111h 07

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeJust Do It. No Swooshes. (ft. Amy Tietjen)"The title 'life coach' is awful, and everyone knows it." Spoken like someone who truly owns the role. Amy Tietjen joins this week's episode to talk about dealing with pressure, the beauty of stillness...and yet another reason why cheerleading is a sport. You can learn more about Amy's work at https://metamorphosislifecoaching.net/2019-04-1940 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeEducate, Hussle & Motivate (ft. Olivia Roach)In a (rare) sports-free episode, educator and activist Olivia Roach joins the show to discuss activism's role in the classroom, the legacy of late artist Nipsey Hussle (RIP), and America's ongoing religious identity crisis.2019-04-0558 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeSimon Says (ft. Zach Simon)Digging into the vault this week, Philadelphia-based podcast host Zach Simon took a trip earlier this month to talk about some former MVP that signed a big contract. (And no, not the one in Los Angeles.) Follow Zach on Twitter (@HotStoveCast) and visit his website for all episodes of his project, HotStoveCast.2019-03-221h 05

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyePatience, Prayer, and Planning (ft. Jaime Vozo)Producer, singer, and songwriter Jaime Vozo joins the show to talk about quarterbacking his first project (18:17), his newest song (44:52), the importance of patience in the creative process (1:09:26), Grammy-winning organist Cory Henry’s controversial tweet involving the church (1:36:53)...and the ultimate recruiting pitch for Kevin Durant. (2:04:45) (And yeah, you'll never know that number.) Jaime's Instagram: jayvozo Check out his newest song "He's All I Need" across all streaming platforms on Tuesday, March 12th.2019-03-082h 44

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeWhose House (ft. Cody Pierre-Gilles)Lawrence Woodmere varsity boys' basketball assistant coach Cody Pierre-Gilles joins the show to talk about the state of the game today - and why he's glad Manny Machado went to San Diego.2019-02-2237 min

In My Bag with Nkwa Asonye60 Degrees of Tommy (ft. Tommy Versailles)Singer-songwriter Tommy Versailles joins the show to discuss her new EP The Broken Palace, the rise of women in the industry, and the true love of her life - hockey. Taped at Complete Music Studios in Brooklyn, NY. Tommy's Instagram: tommyversaillesmusic 2019-02-0857 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeMaster of All (ft. Alyssa Burgos)Brooklyn-based artist and actress Alyssa Burgos joins the show to talk about balancing professional aspirations, being your own best friend, and growing up around the beautiful game of baseball - without having to pick a side. (Still wondering how that happened.) Alyssa's Instagram: aroseburgos 2019-01-251h 10

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeDegeneration X (ft. Xavier Whittington)New Year, new show! (Not really.) Vision Scope Entertainment Founder and writer Xavier Whittington rides shotgun for the season premiere. His new series First World Problems will debut on Facebook and YouTube in June. TRIGGER WARNING - Sexual assault is mentioned in this episode from 3:50-17:05.2019-01-111h 21

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeHome Is Where The Hatred IsLe'Veon Bell probably can't go back home. Those who consider The George Washington University home feel the same way after yesterday's news. So let's talk about it. GW news: https://deadspin.com/the-real-story-behind-the-lewd-video-and-bitter-feud-th-1830223615 2018-11-1627 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeThe Killer B'sBallots! (Go vote? Maybe?) Butler. (A chance to go back home to Houston.) Balderdash. (UMD's Board of Regents thinks we're stupid.) And...(sigh) Boston.2018-11-0235 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeBONUS - Sitdown with Dustin PetzoldAh, when friends get together. Dustin Petzold, editor-in-chief of Crooked Scoreboard, sat down to talk about the reboot of the site and the romanticism of baseball. Visit his work: https://crookedscoreboard.com/2018-09-1526 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeOn the Road AgainMust travel? Bring microphone. Besides, where else can you get the US Open, New York Fashion Week, and a tribute all in the same podcast?2018-09-1124 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeBONUS - Sitdown with Loren (LIVE PERFORMANCE)When you put an tech entrepreneur, author, and singer/songwriter in the same room, what do you get? You get Loren. "Crystals" and "Cold Kingdom" were performed live on-site. (Music begins at 16:01) Band: Guitar - Asim Barnes, Cajon - Tariq Ballard Her new EP "Cold Kingdom" is available on all streaming platforms! Raif and Rose: The Death Letter (via Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/Raif-Rose-Death-Letter-Second-ebook/dp/B07CSJBT9K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1536289994&sr=8-1&keywords=raif+and+rose+the+death+letter 2018-09-0727 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyePlatforms, A Fest, and Kanye West (ft. Loren)This week, Colin Kaepernick wins the NFL off-season and LeBron James loves LA. Two acts who likely SHOULD have been the headliners stole the show at Made In America, and...the jury's still out on one Kanye Omari West. Artist and entrepreneur Loren joins the show to talk about her newly released EP Cold Kingdom, available on all streaming platforms.2018-09-0450 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeBONUS - Sitdown with NYJMany tangents. More fun. The extended interview from Episode II with budding NY lyricist NYJ. Song @ 1:02:03 - "First Breath" (Available on Spotify)2018-08-311h 06

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeCro$$over (ft. NYJ Music)The ladies take centerstage this episode. We bid adieu to ESPN figurehead Jemele Hill, have an ever-so-slight change of hears about Nicki Minaj, and try to settle the WNBA salary dispute once and for all. Rapper NYJ Music joins the show to discuss trends and influences in hip-hop. References: WNBA Salary Database - https://highposthoops.com/2018/08/15/wnba-salary-database/ Forbes Article - "Basketball's Growing Gender Gap" - https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidberri/2017/09/20/there-is-a-growing-gender-wage-gap-in-professional-basketball/#56e58a4c36e0 Special thanks to High Post Hoops' Howard Megdal for both articles.2018-08-2845 min

In My Bag with Nkwa AsonyeThree Nights In TokyoWhat would the very first episode be without an ode to baseball? Why are college athletics administrators allergic to accountability? Does "based on a true story" really mean anything? And if you're a creative in or around New York, what does any of this have to do with you? Answer: just click play. (Here's the "link in the description": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOZxT9MHAJU&t)2018-08-2237 min

Sports Take RayEpisode 1 - The Premiere! (Ft. Dominique Wilkins and Shabazz Muhammad)Hosts Nkwa Asonye and Raymond Mora - with producer Jeremy Epstein - are joined by NBA legend Dominique Wilkins and Timberwolves swingman Shabazz Muhammad. Topics include the NFL Draft's First Round, the Mark Cuban-OKC beef, and why computer trolls should just stop typing. #MoreThanMean 2016-04-3057 min