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High School Football News for AtlantaATL High School Football Roundup: Standout Performances and Storylines of the 2024 SeasonIn the vibrant world of Atlanta high school football, the 2024 season has been nothing short of exhilarating. Here are some of the standout stories and performances that have captivated fans across the region.### Stellar PerformancesApalachee running back Favian Williford stole the show with an impressive 269 yards and three touchdowns, even though his team fell to Loganville. New Hampstead quarterback Rashawn Truell had a night to remember, throwing for 500 yards and five touchdowns in an upset victory over Ware County. Telfair County’s Bradyn Cook also made headlines with 216 yards and two touchdowns, leading his team to...2024-11-2203 min
The Mountain-Ear PodcastRetrospective Episode 4: Van Powell from Vanimal Kingdom and Joslyn Hampton from Joslyn and the Sweet Compression (Plus Updates on Front Range Fires)Send us a textBefore the episode starts, the host takes a minute to address the various fires that have started in the Front Range, including his personal experience, and reminds everyone to stay safe and follow the fire restriction guidelines.Vanimal Kingdom started as a writing project by bass player Van Powell during his time at the University of Arkansas. Drummer Aaron Sandry, who has known Van for about ten years, helped him compile the original lineup of the band by finding members online and compiling them from other groups. While the lineup has...2024-08-0126 min
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastWeek 3 NFL PreviewThe guys are back to talk about Trey Lance's future with the 49ers. Is a marriage with San Francisco and Aaron Rodgers on the horizon? Then we take a look at if the Tua performance was real or an aberration. We then look at the Week 3 games. Enjoy!2022-09-221h 19
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastThe Chicago Bears are (not) who we thought they wereThe guys are back together lol after shutting down the podcast to talk NFL. Both Emmette (49ers) and Rashawn's (Bears) teams faced off, with a surprising result. We talk that game, recap Week 1 and talk more about Lamar Jackson turning down his most recent contract offer.
Enjoy!2022-09-121h 40
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastFinal episode, part 2 with Emmette and KeithLast one! We discuss Kyler Murray's new deal. What it means for other QBs looking for new deals, including Lamar Jackson. We also discuss the NFL landscape, again discuss the bizarre Jimmy Garrapollo and Trey Lance situation and evaluate PFF's top 50 list. Enjoy!2022-07-261h 18
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastFinal Episode, part 1 with Emmette, Keith and BrayWe are shutting down the Rashawn Franklin podcast. We thank you so much for listening and being a part of this ride. It was a great thing to do with my friends and also learning how to host a show. I appreciate my friends for being there to do this and I enjoyed doing it... a lot. We broke the final episode down in two parts. First, we will discuss the Kevin Durant possibly to Boston report and then we discuss Draymond's assertion that the 2017 Warriors would beat the 1998 Bulls in a 7-game series. It was a good/fun...2022-07-261h 05
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastFournette's weight, Madden WR ratings and DMitch tradesThe guys are together to discuss Leonard Fournette's apparent weight gain and where the Bucs go from here. We then talk about the Madden WR ratings and discuss the issues with them. We then head to the NBA and talk Donavan Mitchell and his likely move to the New York Knicks. Enjoy!2022-07-191h 21The Rashawn Franklin PodcastDurant destinations, Mayfield to CAR and Best NFL WR corps with Emmette and KeithThe Kevin Durant trade demand saga is still taking shape and so the guys came on to discuss exactly what's happening and where we expect him to end up. We then turn our attention to the NFL and discuss the Baker Mayfield trade and what that means for Jimmy Garrapollo. We also debate who has the NFL's best WR corps, the Saints or the Bengals. Enjoy!2022-07-081h 10
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Free Agency 2022The gang is together to talk about NBA Free Agency, aliens, Le'Veon Bell vs Adrian Peterson in a boxing match, and going on your first date out of town. Enjoy!2022-07-011h 55The Rashawn Franklin PodcastIs Steph Curry now a top-10 all-time player? With Emmette and KeithHello! We discuss Drake's album, the Golden State Warriors title and Steph's place among the all-time greats in this latest pod. Enjoy!2022-06-1946 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastWhat's going on with Trey Lance?We discuss the 49ers handling of Trey Lance, what will happen with Jimmy Garrapollo and who the locker room prefers. We then discuss Lamar Jackson's unwillingness to attend voluntary minicamps and does he deserve Deshaun Watson's contract. We then talk Bears' schedule and how long it will take for them to become competitive again. Enjoy!2022-06-0554 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastAre the Warriors cooked? (Spoiler... yes) w/ Emmette and KeithThe outlook for the Warriors in this series is grim and Emmette and Keith come on to discuss it. We talk about the matchups, why it looks so bad for them and compare Boston to other past champions. Enjoy!2022-06-0533 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastKyrie and Brooklyn headed for divorce, plus Conference Finals recap with Bray and EmmetteFirst, we recap the conference finals. We recorded this before last night's game where Boston took a 3-2 lead against the Heat to push Miami to the brink of elimination. We discuss the bad bets made on Dallas and also which team we think will be champion at the end. We then turn our focus to the situation in Brooklyn and try to determine how the situation with Kyrie Irving and Brooklyn will play out. Enjoy!2022-05-261h 09The Rashawn Franklin PodcastTatum Outplays Durant, Bulls Aren't Good Enough and more NBA PlayoffsThe guys are together to discuss everything that has happened so far in the NBA Playoffs, including: Has Tatum surpassed Durant? What does it say about the Bulls that they are getting blown out by a short-handed Bucks team? And we discuss every other series as well.
Enjoy!2022-04-261h 00The Rashawn Franklin Podcast2022 NBA Playoff Preview with Emmette and BrayIt's time for the NBA Playoffs! And we are excited to embark on one of the most unpredictable playoffs in a very long time. We start of discussing the Lakers and their firing of Frank Vogel and the outlook of the team. After that, we discuss every series and predict who we think will make the FInals. Enjoy!2022-04-121h 29The Rashawn Franklin PodcastFinal Four preview, Kentucky Basketball's future with Jon SchuetteThe Rashawn Franklin podcast's first guest is back! With Kentucky basketball in flux, I called on a fellow Kentucky Sports Radio alum, Jonathan Schuette, to talk about it all. We talk through the entire season, the players, the loss to Saint Peter's, whether Calipari will change, and where we go as a program from here. We also talk about the Final Four and betting angles for the game and pick our winners. Enjoy!2022-03-2939 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastKyrie goes crazy, NBA title picks and Deshaun Watson landing spotsEmmette, Keith and Bray join the pod to discuss the happenings of the past couple weeks in the NBA. We also discuss some football and where Deshaun Watson could end up after Houston. Enjoy!2022-03-161h 17The Rashawn Franklin PodcastSenior Bowl Recap with @BRobNFLWith the end of the NFL season on the horizon, it's time to focus on the NFL Draft. This past weekend, the Senior Bowl took place and football coach Brandon Robinson (@BRobNFL), who attended the practices and game, joins the show to discuss what he saw at the practices. We thoroughly discuss the QB class, including Malik Willis, Kenny Pickett, Desmond Ridder, Sam Howell, and Carson Strong. We also discuss the Bears offseason and how long it will take for them to be serious contenders again. We then get into Super Bowl talk and Brandon gives his best Super...2022-02-1054 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastJim Harbaugh's weird winter and other NFL musings with Emmette and KeithWe review Jim Harbaugh's return to Michigan and look at the QB landscape heading into the NFL draft. Enjoy!2022-02-0749 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastJames Harden and Ben Simmons swap? And other nonsense with Emmette, Keith & BrayWith news from Shams about the possibility of a Ben Simmons and James Harden deal being on the table before the NBA Trade Deadline, the guys discuss what that could look like. We also discuss the Lakers, Dame and Portland's future and NBA championship contenders.2022-02-052h 00The Rashawn Franklin PodcastRecapping the NFL Divisional Playoffs and talking NBA tradesAll the guys are together to talk about the crazy NFL weekend and also talk about the overall landscape of the NBA at about the halfway point of the seaosn.2022-01-251h 19The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNFL Divisional Playoffs 2022: Predictions, breakdown and picks2022 NFL Divisional Playoffs: Emmette, Keith and Rashawn breakdown this upcoming weekend's action. First discussing Rams at Buccaneers, then 49ers at Packers. We then venture over to the AFC, where we determine that Bills at Chiefs is the de facto AFC title game. We finish up with the toughest to determine game this weekend in Bengals at Titans. Enjoy!2022-01-201h 03The Rashawn Franklin PodcastWeek 14 NFL PicksEmmette and Keith join to discuss this week's slate. We talk a lot about our individual teams (Chicago Bears, Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers) before giving our expert opinions on this week's spreads. Enjoy!2021-12-121h 15The Rashawn Franklin PodcastChicago Bulls 2021: State of the Madhouse on Madison and the other NBA thingsThe additions of Lonzo Ball, DeMar Derozan and Nikola Vucevic, in addition to Zach Lavine have made the Chicago Bulls legitimate contenders in the NBA's Eastern conference. The guys are together to talk about their outlook and other things in the NBA like the Brooklyn Nets, Los Angeles Lakers and a possible James Harden for Ben Simmons swap.2021-12-111h 21The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Free Agency Reaction with Emmette and KeithThe guys are back together to discuss all the signings and deals that has happened over the last 24 hours. We start off discussing the Russell Westbrook deal, then we get into free agency signings around the league, including the Bulls and discuss what type of team are they hoping to be. We end with some NFL talk. Good late-night episode. Enjoy!2021-08-031h 17
NC HC Soccer PodAppalachian FC Season FinaleI break down the final game of the season against Chattanooga FC. I also interview Franklin Joyce, Kevin Arguello, Rashawn Kellman, Thierry van den Bergh, and Alexander Render.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nchcsoccerpod/support2021-07-2316 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Finals recap, Dame destinations, Cleveland name changeRashawn, Emmette and Keith connect again to discuss the latest in sports news. Enjoy!2021-07-2350 min
The Noble NegroesEcho Talk with The BoysYour favorite podcasting duo is back with a special guest. @SirWesleyThe1st and @PopeSnogginheim welcome @RFranklinPod (of The Rashawn Franklin Podcast) to the festivities to discuss being a sports professional, faking it 'till you make it, clothing trends, getting clowned, 'cism in society, and the NBA finals with Phoenix and Milwaukee. Give it a listen!If you enjoy this episode (which you will), check out The Rashawn Franklin Podcast wherever you get podcasts!2021-07-121h 39The Rashawn Franklin PodcastUFO/Alien talk, The American Left, NFL preview, NBA Finals talkThe guys are together again to talk about a gambit of topics, including: UFO/Alien talk, Are we living in a simulation?, Does America have a left?, we take a look at our favorite NFL teams and discuss the rosters, and preview the rest of the NBA Finals. Enjoy!2021-07-111h 30The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNIL talk, Sha'Carri Richardson, Ben Simmons' value with Emmette and KeithThe guys are back together to talk NIL, Sha'Carri Richardson, Ben Simmons' value and CP3 with a chance to win his first joint. Enjoy!2021-07-0255 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Playoff Recap: Lakers done, Damian Lillard out?, Celtics Moves, BK-MIL previewThe guys are together to discuss the recent happenings in the NBA. We discuss the Lakers-Suns series, where LAL goes from here and how much effect the bubble had on their performance. We also talk about Dame Lillard's IG post and possible landing spots for him, if traded. We discuss the Boston Celtics and what the move for Brad Stevens really meant. We also give predictions on next round matchups and a lengthy preview of Bucks-Nets. Enjoy!2021-06-041h 29The Rashawn Franklin PodcastBitcoin Breakdown: Elon's Tweets, Altcoin season with Bray, Em and KeithThe guys discuss the crypto market, what Altcoins we like, and speculate what Elon's endgame is.2021-05-171h 25The Rashawn Franklin PodcastDuncan or KG, Kobe HOF, NBA Playoff Preview with Em, Keith & BrayThe guys are together to talk about a historic NBA Hall of Fame class and look at possible matchups in the NBA playoffs. Great talk. Enjoy!2021-05-151h 36The Rashawn Franklin PodcastFirst Round NFL Mock Draft with Emmette and KeithThe guys are back and do a mock (28.43) of the first 15 picks of this week's draft. There is a surprise trade that Rashawn predicts for his hometown Bears.
NFL Mock Draft Justin Fields Trevor Lawrence Trey Lance Zach Wilson Chiefs Ravens trade Orlando Brown2021-04-261h 45The Rashawn Franklin PodcastMVP race, Steph's tear, Bitcoin's dip with Bray, Emmette & KeithThe guys are back to discuss the MVP race in which Nikola Jokic is leading the pack, but Rashawn believes Joel Embiid is the best player in the league at this very moment. We talk about Stephen Curry's recent play, Brooklyn without LaMarcus Aldridge. We also discuss Bitcoin's latest fall and rise. Enjoy!2021-04-192h 14The Rashawn Franklin PodcastMac Jones at No. 3, NFL Draft QB evaluations and more with Emmette and KeithThe guys are back to discuss even more NFL Draft talk and hone in on the 49ers decision as it looks as if Mac Jones will be their guy. We discuss the ramifications of that for Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch if this fails.2021-04-071h 32The Rashawn Franklin PodcastReaction to 49ers trade with EmmetteOur resident 49ers fan Emmette reacts to the blockbuster trade that took place on Friday.
Trey Lance Kyle Shanahan San Francisco 49ers Justin Fields Miami Dolphins Trevor Lawrence Zach Wilson 2021-03-271h 28The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Trade Deadline, Kawhi Leonard destinations, NFL roster look with Emmette and KeithNBA Trade Deadline 2021
Nikola Vucevic Kawhi Leonard Victor Oladipo Aaron Gordon Orlando Magic Andre Drummond Wendell Carter Jr. Otto Porter Jr. Lou Williams, Rajon Rondo Kyle Lowry Los Angeles Clippers Los Angeles Lakers Chicago Bulls Zach LaVine LaMarcus Aldridge Andre Drummond
We took a look at the Chicago Bulls moves 18:30
Zach Lavine as a franchise cornerstone 23:002021-03-261h 21The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNFL Draft talk, Trey Lance breakdown, Watson situation with Emmette and KeithThe guys are back to discuss everything going on around the sports world, including: the Deshaun Watson situation, they evaluate a mock draft and breakdown film of Trey Lance.2021-03-222h 17The Rashawn Franklin PodcastBrees retires, Bears want Russ, Blake (and possibly Drummond) to BK with Emmette and KeithThe guys are back!2021-03-152h 09The Rashawn Franklin PodcastMarried at First Sight Recap and Russell Wilson to Bears? (Solo Dolo)The guys are off doing their own thing this week, so I did a short solo pod on the show "Married at First Sight" and talked about Russell Wilson to the Bears. Enjoy!2021-02-2721 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastZach Wilson or Trevor Lawrence, Wentz to IND, NBA look-in with Emmette and KeithThe guys are back again to discuss the recent report that multiple teams have Zach Wilson ranked ahead of Trevor Lawrence on their draft boards. We also take a look at the Wentz trade, decide where the Bears go from here and decide if Brooklyn beating the Lakers at Staples means anything for NBA title purposes.2021-02-201h 23The Rashawn Franklin PodcastSB Recap, Brady vs. Jordan, Russell Wilson wants out with Emmette and KeithThe guys are back together for a football-centric pod. We put the Super Bowl to bed, discuss Tom Brady vs. Michael Jordan as GOATs and discuss the Russell Wilson situation in Seattle. Enjoy!2021-02-152h 13The Rashawn Franklin PodcastRanking Kanye's albums with Wesley RobinsonWesley Robinson again joined the Rashawn Franklin Podcast... this time to rank Kanye's. We both came to the conclusion that Kanye has the best discography of anyone in the history of music. The nigga is incredible. Thanks again to Wesley for coming on!2021-02-082h 55The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNets Big 3, Texans vs. Deshaun, Stafford trade and more Super Bowl talk with Emmette and KeithThe guys are back again to talk about all of the dealings in sports this week. Enjoy!2021-02-031h 16The Rashawn Franklin PodcastReview of Netflix's "The Night Stalker" and NFL Wrap-up with Carly Thomas, Emmette and KeithSpecial episode of The Rashawn Franklin Podcast. I asked What A Crime to Be Alive's Carly Thomas to come on to discuss what I think is the creepiest documentary I've ever watched Netflix's "The Night Stalker". She brought all of her expertise to the pod and it was a great segment. I also had Keith and Emmette on to wrap-up the weekend in the NFL and give predictions on the goat vs. the baby goat.
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2021-01-2656 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastTrump out, Biden and Kamala in, the State of America with Emmette and KeithThe guys join me after a change at the top of the country. We discuss everything that comes with that and we even throw sports at the end. Enjoy!2021-01-231h 22The Rashawn Franklin PodcastMore Brooklyn Trade Talk and Divisional Playoff Predictions with Keith, Emmette and BrayWe've got a full house and this was likely one of best episodes. We dissect the Brooklyn trade from every angle and discuss if the Lakers should be scared about the prospect of facing this team in the Finals. We also pick this weekend's Divisional Playoff games. Enjoy!2021-01-141h 25The Rashawn Franklin PodcastQuick Reaction: James Harden to BrooklynJAMES HARDEN IS A BROOKLYN NET. I did a quick solo reaction pod... take a listen.2021-01-1312 min
Good In The Hood PodcastEp.55 | "Too Connected" (with Rashawn Franklin)On this episode of the GOOD IN THE HOOD Podcast (the first episode of 2021), with Juice is joined by the homie Rashawn Franklin!Topics include: Embracing "white rappers" (from Eminem & Mac Miller to Russ & Jack Harlow), Charlamagne says "The Drake Era is Over", R.I.P. MF Doom, Most Anticipated Albums of 2021, and much more is discussed!!This episode is powered by the Blank Kanvas Creatives Network!Join the conversation by following Good In The Hood: https://linktr.ee/goodinthehoodpod2021-01-121h 24The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNFL Wildcard Weekend Recap and OSU vs. Bama predictions with Keith and EmmetteThe guys are back together again to discuss all the happenings of the NFL Wildcard Weekend and cap it off talking about Monday's National Championship game. Enjoy!2021-01-111h 07The Rashawn Franklin PodcastJustin Fields or Trevor Lawrence, Urban Meyer to JAX and more football with Keith and EmmetteThe guys are back again to discuss the College Football Playoffs, Urban Meyer possibly as the next coach of the Jaguars and the NFL playoff landscape. Enjoy!2021-01-041h 04The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNFL Playoff Picture, Possible Steph Trades & Clippers suck with Keith and EmmetteEmmette and Keith join Rashawn to discuss Week 16 of the NFL season and the outlook of the playoffs. We then switch over to NBA to talk the first couple weeks of the season, if Steph can stand all the losing, and a 50-point Clippers loss. Enjoy!2020-12-291h 17The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Preseason talk with Keith, Bray and EmmetteAfter watching the Brooklyn Nets destroy the Celtics (albeit in preseason) I had some hot takes and wanted to get the guys together to discuss them. They remind me of the historically great offensive Cavs teams of Bron's 2nd stint with the team, but with a better version of Kyrie and a better 3rd piece fit in Caris LeVert. We talked about so much other stuff too. Take a listen:2020-12-2057 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastKawhi leaving Clippers, Bulls roster, and Super Bowl predictions with Emmette and KeithThe guys are back to discuss PG's new contract and one of the most under-discussed situations in the NBA in Kawhi being a free agent after this season. We debate whether we'd rather have the Bulls or Hornets roster of young talent and look ahead to what teams could possibly make a Super Bowl run.2020-12-141h 11The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA vaccine mandate, Harden sitch, ESPN top 10 list, with Emmette and KeithEmmette and Keith are back to discuss the James Harden situation, the NBA vaccine situation and give our takes on the ESPN Top 10 list. Really good pod. We are really good at this. Enjoy!2020-12-1144 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastThe state of UK Athletics with Jonathan SchuetteThis pod was supposed to be a preview of Kentucky vs. Kansas, but then the Wildcats lost to Richmond at home on Sunday. Losses like this have happened too often in the past couple years with Kentucky so I called up my former KSR colleague Jonathan Schuette to discuss everything, including if the game has passed John Calipari by. We also talk about everything the football program has been through this year, discuss Mark Stoops' deficiencies as a coach, and discuss the college football season.2020-11-3057 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastEnd of the GSW Dynasty with Bray, Emmette and KeithWith news of Klay's Thompson injury this week, the guys got together to discuss the future for the Golden State Warriors. We talk Klay Thompson's ability going forward, favorite moments of the dynasty, where the franchise goes from here. With so much other NBA news, we talked about other stuff as well, including Jrue to MIL, favorite NBA Draft selections and try to figure out what the Sixers are doing. Enjoy!2020-11-211h 27The Rashawn Franklin PodcastCP3 to the Suns, Harden to BK?, and NBA Draft with EmmetteEmmette joins Rashawn to discuss the recent trade of Chris Paul to the Suns and what that means for franchise moving forward. We also discuss the possibility of James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets to team up with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving and finally we discuss this week's NBA draft and if LaMelo Ball is really contender for number 1 overall. Enjoy!2020-11-161h 03The Rashawn Franklin PodcastRuss trade, HOU future, NBA Draft preview with Bray, Emmette and KeithBray, Emmette and Keith join the pod to talk about the NBA offseason so far. We talk Russell Westbrook requests a trade, HOU's future, Demar Derozan on the Lakers and an NBA Draft preview2020-11-1456 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastBiden wins, Racism in America, Kamala as Pres with Emmette and KeithDonald Trump has been voted out and Emmette and Keith joined me to discuss. We recap the election, discuss racism in America, figure out when Kamala Harris might take over and discuss if Davante Adams is the best WR in the NFL.2020-11-091h 43The Rashawn Franklin PodcastRanking Jay-Z's albums with Wesley RobinsonWesley Robinson joined the Rashawn Franklin podcast to rank Hov's albums. The idea was spawned from a discussion around 4:44 and where it ranks in Jay-Z discography... so we just decided to rank them all. It was a fun exercise that we will likely do again in the future. If you love hip-hop this a great listen and I promise you will enjoy it. Thanks to Wesley for coming on!2020-11-022h 15The Rashawn Franklin PodcastDak's future, AB to TB, Ravens trade and NBA BeefWelcome back! Today, Rashawn Franklin, Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthy discuss Antonio Brown to the Bucs, the Ravens trading to beef up their pass rush in anticipation of running into the Chiefs again, Dak Prescott still paid by the Cowboys and NBA Beef. Enjoy!2020-10-261h 47The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Trade Scenario Pod with Emmette, Keith and BrayRashawn Franklin, Josh Bray, Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthy discuss NBA Trade scenarios as the offseason begins.... And the shit is fun! Enjoy!2020-10-221h 30
Good In The Hood PodcastEp.33 | "The Summer of 2013" (feat. Rashawn Franklin)On this special bonus episode of the GOOD IN THE HOOD Podcast, Juice JVP is joined by a special guest!Rashawn Franklin (of the Rashawn Franklin Podcast) joins Juice for some unfiltered Hip-Hop talk, as the two discuss Benny The Butcher's new 'Burden Of Proof' album , the future of lyricism in Hip-Hop, and their criteria for "classic albums" while analyzing the catalogs of Jay-Z, Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, & J.Cole.This episode is packed full with hot takes!!Join the conversation by following Good In The Hood: https://linktr.ee...2020-10-181h 05The Rashawn Franklin PodcastTy Lue over Doc, CP3 to LAL?, GSW possibilities and NFL Week 6Rashawn Franklin, Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthy discuss Ty Lue taking over for Doc, CP3 possibly to LAL and the Warriors are lurking... pissed that LeBron won another title. We discuss who they will acquire with all the assets they have accumulated. Also look at NFL Week 6. Enjoy!2020-10-182h 07The Rashawn Franklin PodcastA Lupe Fiasco Appreciation Pod with Justyn PolkThe Westside-Southside CHI LINK UP!!!! Justyn Polk, founder of the Good in the Hood Podcast, joins Rashawn to discuss the best lyricist... probably ever, in Lupe Fiasco. We discuss if the westside or southside can claim him, our favorites from his catalog and even review Westside Gunn's newest project "Who Made the Sunshine." Enjoy!2020-10-1539 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastLeBron's Legacy, LA's future, Title contender odds, Ranking Jimmy, Sleeper NBA teamsRashawn Franklin, Josh Bray, Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthy discuss LeBron's legacy after winning his fourth title, the Lakers' future, discuss the 2021 title odds and pick sleeper teams for next season. Enjoy!2020-10-132h 14The Rashawn Franklin PodcastLakers drop GM 5, Jimmy's clutch, Bears beat TB, Week 5 outlookRashawn Franklin, Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthy discuss the Lakers dropping game 5 to the Heat, Another great Jimmy Butler performance, Bears beating the Bucs and TB and a Week 5 outlook2020-10-101h 28The Rashawn Franklin PodcastJimmy goes nuts, AD over Bron for Finals MVP and the NFC LeastRashawn Franklin, Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthy discuss Jimmy Butler's historic performance, who will end up Finals MVP, and recap Bears, Ravens and 9ers. Enjoy!2020-10-051h 51The Rashawn Franklin PodcastChiefs roll, Doc is out, and LAL-MIA preview with Emmette and KeithRashawn Franklin, Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthy discuss the Chiefs destroying the Ravens, and if this is the best offense ever. We discuss the news of Doc Rivers and the Clippers parting ways, decide if the Heat have a chance against the Lakers and talk about social media's influence over the election and what happens if Trump gets reelected.
Enjoy!2020-09-292h 24The Rashawn Franklin PodcastBulls hire Billy, Lamar vs. Vick, Must-see players, NFL Week 3Rashawn Franklin, Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthy discuss Lamar and Vick, Box office players, the 3 big NFL games this week, Can Nick Mullens take the starting job for good and is Jimmy Garrapollo worth the money? Enjoy!2020-09-252h 47The Rashawn Franklin PodcastGiannis or Jokic, Lakers should coast, Big 3 look back and NFL RecapRashawn Franklin, Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthy discuss whether they'd want Giannis or Jokic going froward. Decide if this is the easiest road LeBron has had in the final four. Talk about who is to blame for Miami only coming away with 2 titles. We also recap the week 2 of the NFL. Enjoy!2020-09-221h 51The Rashawn Franklin PodcastClippers Collapse with Keith and EmmetteThe guys are back to discuss a pretty historic Clippers collapse. We get into what the team will do going forward, predictions on LAL-DEN and MIA-BOS and how college basketball failed Kenny Payne, one of the best player developers the sport has ever seen.2020-09-1639 minThe Rashawn Franklin Podcast9ers SB hangover, Trubisky's comeback, NFL ownership and Black coaches, Brady looks bad and Denver forces a GM 7Emmette and Keith are back to recap Week 1 of the NFL season. We discuss San Fran's Superbowl hangover, Brady's terrible Bucs debut, Trubisky's comeback win and why ownership refused to hire Black coaches. We also look ahead to Game 7 of LAC-DEN and predict MIA-BOS. Enjoy!2020-09-141h 29The Rashawn Franklin PodcastAFC Preview: Chiefs repeat?, Talented young QBs, Steelers defense, Ravens SB run, Joe Burrow's outlookThe NFL kicks off tonight!!! Emmette and Keith are back discussing the AFC this time. Among the topics:
--Who is most responsible for this historic offense -- Mahomes or Reid?
-- Do the Chiefs repeat and who wins tonight between them and HOU?
-- How much does Clowney help the Titans and who wins the South?
--Bill praising Cam like a scorned ex and who wins the East?
-- Can the Ravens win a SB with this type of offense? Big Ben’s return. And who wins the North?
E...2020-09-101h 25The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNFC Preview with Emmette and KeithWith the NFL coming back this week, we decided to look across each conference on two separate podcasts. First, we looked at the NFC and discussed:
-Bears picking Trubisky over Foles
-Was the Khalil Mack trade worth it?
- How much does Yannick Ngakoue help the Vikings
-Who wins the NFC North
-Who is the best QB in the NFC South and overall best team
-Clowney possibly to the Saints
-Dak vs. Wentz who would you rather have going forward?
-Who wins the N...2020-09-081h 31The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Playoffs: The Bucks are in trouble, Jamal or Donovan going forward?, HOU vs. OKC G7 and the Champs on the ropesEmmette and Keith are back. Rashawn starts off expressing his displeasure seeing how great Jimmy Butler is performing in the playoffs and no longer a Bull. We recap DEN-UTA game 7 and choose between Jamal Murray and Donovan Mitchell going forward. We preview DEN-LAC and HOU vs OKC game 7 and decide how much trouble the Raptors are in (hint: A LOT). Enjoy!2020-09-021h 06The Rashawn Franklin PodcastReactions to the NBA Players' Strike with Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthyEmmette and Ketih join Rashawn again to discuss the NBA postponing Wednesday's games. This action was led by the Milwaukee Bucks, because in Kenosha, Wisc. unarmed Black man, Jacob Blake, was shot in the back seven times by police as he walked away from a situation. We talk about the state of the country, how historic this protest is and still discuss some basketball on the back end. Enjoy!2020-08-281h 21The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Playoff Preview with Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthyThanks to my good friends Emmette Knuckles and Keith McCarthy for coming on to talk NBA playoffs. They are starting, like, right now... but we break down each series. And it is really good, so enjoy!2020-08-171h 03
True North Views PodcastEpisode 118 | "Silent Table"• PRE POTPOURRI. What’s new in the mind, body, heart, and soul? We also talk about our experience collaborating with the Rashawn Franklin Podcast (5:03).
• MUSIC POTPOURRI. We speak on the 2020 XXL Freshman class list (13:33). Spotify Day 1 Club: who are the artists we’ve been bumping the longest on Spotify (24:59)? Nick Cannon’s team denied rumours that he’s suing ViacomCBS for $1.5BILLION (32:38). Keep it or Leak it; a new Def Jam video game (34:54), Romeo Miller joint documentary with Bow Wow (37:51), new Nas album produced by Hit-Boy (41:05). We got Shoutouts: The Weeknd for donating more money (44:35), Andre Onana for funding...2020-08-171h 28
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastAll things Chicago Bulls with Jack SilversteinJim Boylen's gone!!! And the Chicago Bulls' rebuild can officially begin with (hopefully) competent executives at the helm. I reached out to Jack Silverstein, who I met through legendary Chicago sportswriter Rick Telander, to discuss his upcoming book "6 Rings" and all things Bulls. We just so happened to choose the day Boylen was fired. We obviously discuss that, we get into Jack's motivation for writing this book and the great things he's finding out about the 90's teams during his research. We also touch on the Last Dance's back-and-forth format, the misstep of not covering Jerry Krause more in...2020-08-1552 min
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastThe Coke Rap Renaissance with True North Views PodcastThe Rashawn Franklin Pod is International!!!!!! Thanks to Canada's finest the True North Views Podcast from coming on to discuss the resurgence of Coke Rap in hip hop. I didn't want this to be a Griselda appreciation podcast, but it is impossible to mention the current state of rap without these guys -- who are on an incredible run. We discuss the masterpiece that Westside Gunn's "Pray for Paris" is, Which album we prefer from Freddie Gibbs -- Bandana or Alfredo. Daringer and Alchemist's ability to cook up these beats and which album we are looking forward to most...2020-08-1342 min
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastThe Financial Value of the NCAA Recruit Part 3 with Pro Basketball player Kevin Kaspar and Emmette KnucklesOur third and final installment of this talk included Kevin Kaspar. Kevin is a former D-1 basketball player (WKU) and current professional player in his home country of Turkey. We talked about Kevin's college recruitment process, his feelings about athletes being able to make money off their likeness, and his journey to playing professionally. He also played with number 1 overall pick Anthony Bennett in high school, so I HAD to ask him about that. Another great conversation. Enjoy!2020-08-0735 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastThe Financial Value of NCAA Recruits Part 2 with Katie Lever and Emmette KnucklesRashawn is joined by Katie Lever and Emmette Knuckles to continue the discussion on the financial value of the NCAA recruit, specifically the NCAA finally caving and allowing athletes to earn money off their names, images and likeness. Katie is a former D-1 athlete at WKU and current PhD student at the University of Texas at Austin studying NCAA rhetoric. She provided incredible insight on the topic and will soon publish a book on the relationship between the NCAA and its athletes. It was a great discussion. Enjoy!2020-07-2232 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastThe Financial Value of NCAA Recruits with Emmette KnucklesRashawn is again joined by his good friend Emmette Knuckles. This time they had a timely discussion on the financial value of the (mostly Black) NCAA recruit and player. We first talked about Emmette's uncle, Holman Harley, and his experience as a West Virginia recruit in the 80's. His uncle was also instrumental in helping Tim Duncan pick Wake Forest when he was deciding on where to play -- Emmette tells that story as well. We break down the worth of the college athlete based off a study by USF professor Richard Borghesi, discuss the trend of top players...2020-07-1557 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastDrafting NFL QBs ahead of the 2020 season with Mike WilkeningRashawn is joined by former ProFootballTalk writer Mike Wilkening to draft NFL QBs ahead of the 2020 season (spoiler: Patty Mahomes was the first pick). We also discuss the NFL’s arrogance regarding COVID, what the Big Ten’s conference-only schedule means and more. Enjoy!2020-07-101h 20The Rashawn Franklin PodcastCam to NE and UK Football Preview with Jon SchuetteRashawn is joined again by Jon Schuette to discuss the 2020-21 UK Football team, which is shaping up to be one of the better rosters and teams in the school's history. The duo discussed the roster from top to bottom, Terry Wilson's rebound season, Compare Boogie Watson to both Bud Dupree and Josh Allen, go over betting lines and give schedule predictions. First though, Rashawn talked about what he believes is a perfect marriage in Bill Belichick and Cam Newton and also Newton's contract situation as well. Enjoy!2020-07-0132 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastAshland for Change with Audra ThomasRashawn is joined by his good friend Audra Thomas to discuss her new endeavor in her hometown of Ashland, KY in Eastern Kentucky. Ashland for Change is a community-led organization geared toward educating others on societal inequality and discrimination toward minority groups. They discussed how life has changed since George Floyd was murdered at the hands of police, a march for change in the city of Ashland this coming weekend and racism they've both faced in their respective hometowns.2020-06-2523 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastInsecure Finale Recap and J.Cole vs. Noname with Dr. Kayla CharlestonRashawn is joined by Dr. Kayla Charleston to recap the "Insecure" season 4 finale, including: Issa and Molly's relationship, the show taking on mental health, Lawrence's culpability in the situation, ending the show in the fifth season and more. We also discussed J. Cole's regrettable attack on Noname and try to figure out what exactly was he thinking with this. Very good episode... Enjoy!2020-06-2242 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastJamal Adams' Trade Request (Solo Dolo)Rashawn decided to talk about the news that broke involving Jamal Adams' trade request he submitted to the Jets. He breaks down each of the seven teams (Ravens, Cowboys, Texans, Chiefs, Eagles, 49ers, Seahawks) Adams gave the Jets. He also discussed the Deebo Samuel injury and how it effects the 49ers and Jimmy Garrapollo's ability to come back as a better QB.2020-06-1920 minThe Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Restart with Emmette KnucklesRashawn is joined by his good friend Emmette Knuckles to discuss everything surrounding the NBA's restart. From Kyrie Irving's call for justice, to who ultimately walks away with the trophy. We agree that only three teams have a shot to win it all (Lakers, Clippers and Rockets) and give our predictions. We also discuss Greek Freak's future and how the Rockets, with their commitment to small ball, could thrive in the YMCA-type environment that is this restart. Enjoy!2020-06-1852 min
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastNBA Draft Decisions of the 2019-20 UK Wildcats and NFL Draft talkRashawn and Jon Schuette, former KSR colleagues, get together on the inaugural episode of the Rashawn Franklin Podcast. It was recorded back in April during the beginning of quarantine but it was a really good discussion.2020-06-1636 min