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Dinner With PopEp. 47: The Warriors Won + Summer VibesReid and Isaac smoothly transition from the end of the 2022 NBA Finals into summer mode. They talk about the Warriors' win, how the Celtics stand to perform next year, and future plans for the podcast.
2022-06-2146 minDinner With PopEp. 46: Finals Game 5Isaac and Reid do an immediate breakdown of Game 5 of the 2022 NBA Finals, having slight mental breakdowns along the way. Come for the off the cuff reactions, stay for the Kevin Harlan impressions.
2022-06-1435 minDinner With PopEp. 45 - Finals Game 2Isaac and Reid break down the latest game in the NBA Finals, Reid auditions for voice over work, and Isaac tries to talk Reid down from his irrational hatred of certain players.
2022-06-0748 minDinner With PopEp. 44: Finals PreviewIsaac and Reid take a look back at the Eastern Conference Finals and a look ahead at the fast approaching Finals. Also discussed: coffee, Kyle Lowry's butt, and hair loss.
2022-05-3147 minDinner With PopEp. 43: The Conference FinalsIsaac and Reid go on several tangents while trying to discuss the Conference Finals. Some of the wildcard topics discussed include art, banana bread, and Toni Kukoč's diet.
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History DuffsHuman Nature Before there was Lizzie, there was Lila. Join us for a very hairy episode featuring Reid O'Conor and Isaac Benavidez from the Dinner with Pop podcast.
2022-05-181h 04Dinner With PopEp. 42: Two Bad Game 7sThe Bucks got blown out and Phoenix got absolutely demolished. Isaac and Reid talk about what happened, reckon with the fact that Dallas is going to the Western Conference Finals, and try to get Tony Brothers on the phone.
2022-05-1736 minDinner With PopEp. 41: Playoffs Round 2After a brief break to both unplug and reconnect, Isaac and Reid return to talk about the season finale of Winning Time and the second round of the playoffs. Also discussed: fashion, Tex-Mex cuisine, and Dallas.
2022-05-1049 minDinner With PopEp. 40: Playoffs and HelicoptersAs a helicopter buzzes by Isaac's apartment, he and Reid try to maintain their composure to discuss the ongoing playoffs. Also: Winning Time controversies, Survivor speculation, and a lot of talk about narratives.
2022-04-2659 minDinner With PopEp. 39: Playoff TimeThe Playoffs have arrived and Isaac and Reid breakdown their initial impressions of each series and the feeling of just being overwhelmed with high stakes basketball.
2022-04-1945 minDinner With PopEp. 38: The Postseason ApproachesIsaac and Reid compare notes on how to get their culinary skills up to snuff for their eventual Dinner With Pop. The boys then discuss Winning Time, youth basketball, and choose what teams they think will make it out of the play-in and first round.
2022-04-121h 02Dinner With PopEp. 37: The Lakers Might Not Make ItIsaac and Reid discuss episode 5 of Winning Time, the (im)probability of the Lakers making the play-in tournament, and Manu Ginoboli's unanimous election into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Also: salty mocktails, Back to the Future, and podcast humor.
2022-04-0549 minDinner With PopEp. 36: Play-In Chaos, Final Four, and The BatmanMush-brained by The Slap, Isaac and Reid do their best to cover the current play-off picture, the state of March Madness, and what basketball looks like in Gotham.
2022-03-2954 minDinner With PopEp. 35: Tasting MenuIsaac and Reid cover Winning Time episode 3, March Madness, and LeBron's scoring record in this edition of the Dinner With Pop Tasting Menu. Also, a deep dive into (and maybe a reconsideration of) Reid's disdain for the Clippers.
2022-03-221h 05Dinner With PopEp. 34: Pop Broke The RecordOn Friday, March 11, 2022, Gregg Popovich broke the record for most wins by an NBA head coach, leading the Spurs to their 1,336th victory under his direction. Isaac and Reid reflect on what that means for Pop, the Spurs, and themselves. Also: cake, Winning Time episode 2, and Isaac reports on his trip to a Lakers game.
2022-03-151h 06Dinner With PopEp. 33: Winning Time and The LakersIn light of HBO's new show Winning Time, Isaac and Reid dive into the troubles of the present day Lakers, then discuss the first episode of the Adam-McKay-produced series about the showtime Lakers.
2022-03-0859 minDinner With PopEp. 32: Sports BettingReid went to Vegas over the weekend and learned first hand about the highs and lows of sports betting. He tells his tales to Isaac and together they dive deep on the Tim Donaghy scandal and the rapid legalization and takeover of online sports betting.
2022-03-0137 minDinner With PopEp. 31: The Trade DeadlineIsaac and Reid recap every trade that happened on Thursday's trade deadline, some of which were Earth shattering and some were... certainly trades that happened. Also Reid dives deep on the first trade deadlines in professional sports: the trade deadlines in the wild early days of professional baseball. Check it out!
2022-02-1555 minDinner With PopEp. 30: A Mid-Season Tasting MenuIsaac and Reid cover a few small stories around the NBA this week, starting with the biggest: Reid got League Pass! Also some trades happened and Russell Westbrook was benched in OT. Plus: I Think You Should Leave, Reid thinks about aging too much, and the boys adopt new players for February.
2022-02-0856 minDinner With PopEp. 29: ComebacksThe Clippers came back from being down 35 against the Wizards last week, and Isaac and Reid commemorate the occasion by looking back at the biggest come from behind win in NBA history. Isaac connects the dots between the key players behind each team's comeback win, while Reid tries his best not to jinx the Rams. Also discussed: Pop's birthday, Cool Hand Luke, and Quaker Steak & Lube.
2022-02-0151 minDinner With PopEp. 28: Hard Fouls and Dirty PlayersGrayson Allen yanked Alex Caruso out of the air, fracturing Caruso's wrist in the process. Isaac and Reid break down the play, talk about NBA history's most notoriously dirty players, and work out what kind of new rules could be created to solve problems like these. Plus, Allison O'Conor and Romy Bayhack hop on the Popline™ to discuss their recent trip to a Bulls game.
2022-01-251h 10Dinner With PopEp. 27: The Return of Klay ThompsonKlay Thompson is back, baby. Isaac and Reid discuss his return, and visit the wine cellar to take a look at other players who had long absences from the NBA. Also: streaming rights complaints, Reid goes Joe Rogan-mode (ranting about things he doesn't understand), and Isaac reviews an underappreciated basketball documentary.
2022-01-1844 minDinner With PopEp. 26: The Pelicans' Horrible MascotIn by far their most absurd episode yet, Isaac and Reid talk about the New Orleans Pelicans' terrifying seasonal mascot: the King Cake Baby. They break down what's so scary about the large baby, and take some time to dive into the history of NBA mascots. Also: an exciting special guest calls in via the Dinner With Pop Popline™!
2022-01-111h 02Dinner With PopEp. 25: DeMar DeRozan Hit Back-to-Back Buzzer BeatersIsaac and Reid return from the holidays and reluctantly embrace the new year by discussing DeMar DeRozan's unprecedented consecutive buzzer beaters. They also break down their favorite historical buzzer beaters, and unofficial third host of the podcast Katherine Leon calls in to discuss a contentious favorite that gets under Isaac's skin. Also: chili, cake, and the films of Darren Aronofsky, Greta Gerwig, and Christopher Nolan.
2022-01-041h 09Dinner With PopEp. 24: A Chaotic End of the YearChaos reigns! Isaac and Reid discuss the pandemic's ongoing effects on the NBA, Steph Curry breaking the all time record for threes, and the upcoming slate of Christmas day games, all while trying to avoid entering health and safety protocols.
2021-12-2148 minDinner With PopEp. 23: 25 Years of Coach PopIsaac and Reid use some of the latest news about Pop as a reason to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his first day as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs. They also discuss his fashion sense, the 15-second-skip button, and the pricing of various Substacks.
2021-12-1450 minDinner With PopEp. 22: The Grizzlies Beat the Thunder by 73The Grizzlies set a new NBA record for highest margin of victory after beating the Thunder by 73 points. Isaac and Reid dive into the blow out, figure out who actually plays for the Thunder, and look back at the now second highest margin of victory. The boys also work on the half time speeches they'd give if they were coaching during a blow out, and they discuss the Lakers' latest free agent signing: Master Chief.
2021-12-0752 minDinner With PopEp. 21: That's Just Being Russell with Katherine LeonKatherine Leon joins Isaac and Reid to discuss another great Russell Westbrook press conference. What makes him so good at these quotes, and is it the same qualities that make him such a fun player to watch? Also discussed: the Allen Iverson "practice" press conference, Robert Horry's nickname, and Fall Out Boy.
2021-11-301h 23Dinner With PopEp. 20: Live from Crypto.com Arena (Sort Of)In light of the Staples Center's upcoming name change, Isaac and Reid take a look at the other corporate sponsors of NBA arenas. The boys also report on their trip to Staples the night the news dropped, talk about seeing Pop in person, and practice for hosting SNL. Reid also rants a lot about crypto in this one.
2021-11-231h 00Dinner With PopEp. 19: Jokic Went Joker ModeAfter Markieff Morris pushed Nikola Jokic, Jokic unleashed an all out attack on Morris from behind. Is it right to retaliate when you're pushed? Should Jokic have turned the other cheek? When people call Jokic "Joker" why isn't it pronounced "Yoker"? Isaac and Reid answer all these questions and more on this week's Dinner With Pop.
2021-11-1659 minDinner With PopEp. 18: Anthony Davis's Stomach HurtsAnthony Davis left Saturday's game against the Trailblazers with a sore tummy, unknowingly kicking off a Dinner With Pop investigation into the world of gastrointestinal issues in the National Basketball Association. On this episode, Isaac and Reid dig deep into stomachaches, discuss San Francisco street art, and decide what obstacles they'd overcome in their career-defining games.
2021-11-0957 minDinner With PopEp. 17: Bing Bong, it's the New York KnicksThe Knicks won their opener, two NYU students made a video, and now everyone's got Knicks fever. Isaac and Reid talk about the Sidetalk video, the Knicks chances for the season, and the history of the team and its fans. Also discussed: what pairs well with cookies, New York nightlife, and why Robin Lopez should star in a major motion picture.
2021-11-0256 minDinner With PopEp. 16: Ben Simmons Wants OutWelcome to the first episode of season one of Dinner With Pop! On this big relaunch episode, Isaac and Reid... pretty much do the usual. Ben Simmons wants out of the 76ers, so the boys talk other players who wanted out of their contracts, along with deciding who the starting 5 of the Arrakis basketball team would be, demanding $10, and accidentally wading into whatever Kyrie's been up to. It's a good time!
2021-10-261h 03Dinner With PopEp. 15: Tasting Menu V: Even TastierThis episode plays fast and loose with the idea that this is a "basketball podcast." Isaac and Reid talk about Venom, Michelin restaurants, and some light basketball news.
2021-10-0548 minDinner With PopEp. 14: Tasting Menu IV: Cocktail HourIsaac and Reid talk about the little NBA news that there was in the past two weeks, including Trae Young's WWE debut, Russell Westbrook's killer style, the Clippers' new arena, and some minor free agency moves. But honestly, they spent most of their time talking about dog training, cocktails, and planning Isaac's funeral.GOLD RUSH COCKTAIL RECIPE2 oz Bourbon.75 oz lemon juice.75 oz honey syrup*Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake. Strain into a into glass with fresh ice (one big fancy...
2021-09-2134 minDinner With PopEp. 13: Tasting Menu IIILabor Day has come and gone but it's still summer for Isaac and Reid. There's a lot to cover during this summer break, including Drake and Kanye's dueling Giannis references, Netflix's Malice at the Palace documentary, and free agency. Plus, the boys dial up Katherine Leon for her Ben Simmons/76ers expertise.
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Dinner With PopEp. 12: A Tasteful SamplerOn this tasting menu episode, Isaac and Reid discuss all the topics they missed while taking a little summer vacation from podcasting last week. Vindicated by Pop's gold medal win, the boys talk about the latest trades and free agency signings, summer league, and NBC's Olympics coverage.
2021-08-2442 minDinner With PopEp. 11: Space Jam: A New Legacy with Caitlin DuranteIsaac and Reid are joined by their friend, comedian and podcaster Caitlin Durante to discuss Space Jam: A New Legacy. The boys and Caitlin break down what happens in the movie, try their best to make sense of the WB Serververse, and pitch some Space Jam sequels that Warner Bros is welcome to pay them for.
2021-08-101h 09Dinner With PopEp. 10: The DraftThe boys dive into a couple surprises from this year's draft, and Reid quizzes Isaac on NBA drafts of yore. They also talk about the blockbuster Russ-to-the-Lakers trade, wine, and how they'd like to serve their country.
2021-08-031h 02Dinner With PopEp. 9: Tasting MenuIsaac and Reid cover a variety of topics: the Bucks' Championship, the Olympics, and the upcoming draft. There's a lot to cover, so there's no weekly special. It's a tasting menu, baby. Buen provecho!
2021-07-2744 minDinner With PopEp. 8.5: NBA Duos Test EpisodeReid's out of town this week, so here's a deep cut from the Dinner With Pop archives: a never-before-heard test episode! On this post-All-Star-Game episode, Isaac and Reid discuss NBA duos in light of Giannis and Jokic's chemistry on and off the court. They also pitch themselves as game designers, so if any listeners work in video game development and are scouting for talent: the boys are available.
2021-07-201h 07Dinner With PopEp. 8: The FinalsThe Finals are on, so Isaac and Reid discuss the 2021 Finals, the history of the Finals, and some small ways to improve (or ruin) them. Also Reid finds his new career path, and the boys talk to their friend and known Giannis fan Dev Nguyen.
2021-07-131h 18Dinner With PopEp. 7: NBA Brothers with Katherine LeonIn light of Thanasis Antetokounmpo coming to his brother Giannis's aid after his injury, Isaac and Reid are joined by Katherine Leon to discuss brothers. The trio talk about NBA brothers past and present, baseless basketball emotion, and they come up with an exciting new expansion concept. Reid also does some field reporting by talking to his actual brother, Griffin.The Mariners documentary mentioned a couple times on this episode is Jon Bois and Alex Rubenstein's The History of the Seattle Mariners, available on Secret Base's YouTube channel. It's very good!
2021-07-061h 36Dinner With PopEp. 6: Devin Booker's MaskIn Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals, Devin Booker collided with Patrick Beverley and broke his nose. On this episode, Isaac and Reid discuss Devin Booker's cool new mask, other players who have worn masks, and the Clippers' branding problem. Also: an update on how to make a good first impression. If anyone knows anyone in publishing, the boys have pitches.
2021-06-291h 09Dinner With PopEp. 5: Giannis Takes His TimeThis week, Isaac and Reid took their time discussing why Giannis takes his time shooting free throws. The boys also discuss first impressions, free throw history, and prestige drama previews.
2021-06-221h 05Dinner With PopEp 4: Nikola Jokic MVPIsaac and Reid discuss the Joker's MVP win and try to understand why some people didn't want him to take home the award. They also get into computers giving out trophies, some new award ideas, and Reid badly fails a quiz.
2021-06-1559 minDinner With PopEp. 3: The Unwritten RulesDevin Booker committed a big no-no by dunking in garbage time, so Isaac and Reid break down the NBA's unwritten rules. They also discuss brand allegiances and plan a weekend retreat with Adam Silver. "If you want to be respected by others, the great thing is to respect yourself. Only by that, only by self-respect will you compel others to respect you." - Fyodor Dostoyevsky, The Insulted and Humiliated
2021-06-0849 minDinner With PopEp. 2: The Fans Have Lost It"Strange is it that our bloods,Of colour, weight, and heat, pour'd all together,Would quite confound distinction, yet stand offIn differences so mighty." - William Shakespeare, All's Well That Ends WellIn just the first week of the playoffs, we've seen basketball fans throw things at players, spit on them, and call them racial slurs. Where is this coming from? Isaac and Reid dive into the issue and try their best to solve it. Also: do y'all think we can book Fran Drescher on this podcast?
2021-06-011h 12Dinner With PopEp. 1: LeBron's Eye“The thousand injuries of Fortunato I had borne as I best could; but when he ventured upon insult, I vowed revenge.” - Edgar Allan Poe, The Cask of AmontilladoOn this, the first episode of Dinner With Pop, we discuss one of LeBron's superpowers: shaping his own narrative. We also get into the other hot topics on every basketball fan's mind: Father's Day gifts, the IP rights in Roger Rabbit, and psychedelics.
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