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VANSLAMEpisode 30 - The SubwayThe #NBA Preseason is set to tip off on September 30th and the Basketbuddies are reunited for Episode 30 of the Vanslam Vancouver's only NBA Podcast, to our knowledge, here on the Area51 Sports Network. Joshua, Sean, and Bowman look into the Donavon Mitchell trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers and what that will do to the landscape in the Eastern Conference if anything for the Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers.
We also discuss the new leaked NBA City edition jerseys, what ones we like, and what ones we hate. Why can't the NBA continue to use the good...2022-09-1957 minVANSLAMEpisode 29 - The Red DotIt might be the #NBA Offseason but that doesn't mean there isn't news! Joshua and Bowman shoot around the latest Basketball news without the bossman Sean Warren. Kevin Durant staying with the Brooklyn Nets, Patrick Beverly getting traded to the LA Lakers, Why we both loved J.J. Reddick (Cause we are old), and More.
We also get into The OC, Sandy Cohen's eyebrows, A really stupid tattoo that Tyler Herro has (We spend some time on this), Ben Simmons at the YMCA, The Raptors, The 76ers, some other basketball stuff, Chet Holmgrens season-ending injury, Jetpacking...2022-08-281h 10
VANSLAMEpisode 28 - The Alternate SideThe Vanslam Podcast is back to somewhat cover the #NBA Finals! The Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics both try to win the Larry O'Brien Trophy! This year has a different vibe for the #NBAFinals and Joshua, Bowman, and Sean discuss what we have seen in this year's playoffs, The NBA Finals, and a whole lot more!
Where does Steph Curry rank among the NBA greats? Klay, Draymond, and the rest of the warriors cast. Who on the Boston Celtics is providing that X factor? Is it Al Horford? Jayson Tatum? or a collective group that is...2022-06-131h 04VANSLAMEpisode 27 - The StrandedThe Vanslam is back for episode 27 as Josh and Bowman break down the first 3 games between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Toronto Raptors. #PhilaUnite was able to take the first two games at home and #WeTheNorth was looking to keep the home game advantage.
It was a crazy OT game and Philly came out on top and took the 3-0 series lead. We chatted about if the Raptors are able to come back, what went wrong, and if they are going to be happy with their season? We also chat about we Joel Embiid should be the...2022-04-2150 minVANSLAMEpisode 26 - The Nose JobThe VanSlam podcast is back as Joshua is joined by Sean and Bowman to talk about what's happening with our favorite teams, all around the #NBA and maybe bash a couple of players or two (Trae Young*). Of course, there are the normal nonbasketball shenanigans as we test out our moans, talk some Batman (Don't worry no spoilers), judge Lebron James parenting in the Space Jam movie, and a whole lot more.
First off we discuss what is happening with the Toronto Raptors and #WeThe North. After back-to-back wins against the Brooklyn Nets, they were once again...2022-03-0758 minVANSLAMEpisode 25 - The TapeThe VanSlam is back for a bonus episode that is No #NBA and all Vibes! Joshua, Sean, and Bowman go over 90's music and Much Dance 97' as they look back at elementary school dances. Then we talk about the Superbowl halftime show and go over some nostalgic Rap and if Rap music has lost its luster nowadays with Autotune and everyone sounding the same.
Then we don't talk about the #NBA some more but instead go off on the rest of our music takes from the 90's NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, Hanson, and much much more! Also...2022-02-2144 minVANSLAMEpisode 24 - The CafeThe Vanslam is geared up for #NBAAllStar weekend! Okay not really because it is absolute garbage but Joshua, Sean, and Bowman break down the Rising stars game and how Scottie Barnes and Tyrese Maxey became best friends. Does the Slam Dunk contest even excite people anymore? We also talk about improvements that the NBA can make to the All-Star Game to improve the festivities, Where are the Mascots and Trampoloines!
Then we look at the Philadelphia 76ers season at the break and what the F*&% Doc Rivers is doing with his bench. Will James Harden be able...2022-02-191h 28VANSLAMEpisode 23 - The Parking GarageIt's an NBA Trade Deadline day for the Vanslam Podcast, Vancouver only NBA Podcast to our knowledge. This week we break down the big James Harden and Ben Simmons trade between the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers. How does our resident Sixers fan Bowman, feel about the trade, and can it push Philly to the top of the Eastern Conference?
Then Joshua and Sean weigh in on the trade and look at the Toronto Raptors' move to finally land Thad Young from the San Antonio Spurs. The Raptors also look to continue their strong play of...2022-02-121h 08VANSLAMEpisode 22 - The LibraryThe VanSlam is back this week to chat about the serging #WeTheNorth and their 5 game winning streak. The Philadelphia 76ers were on a streak before a couple of tough losses to the Wizards and the Mavericks. The Eastern Conference is super tight and the Brooklyn Nets are falling. Could we see a trade for James Harden and Ben Simmons?
Fred VanVleet was named an NBA All-Star Reserve and we talk about the rest of the all-stars for the 2022 festivities. Then we get into the Rising stars game and how it could be the pinnacle of the NBA...2022-02-061h 31VANSLAMEpisode 21 - The DogThe VanSlam Podcast is back, Vancouver's only #NBA Podcast to our knowledge, on the Area 51 Sports Network. Joshua, Sean, and Bowman get caught up with #WeTheNorth and the up and down season they are having. What is their identity? Is a middle-of-the-pack team okay considering that is what we predicted before the season started? Then we talk about the 111-105 loss to the Chicago Bulls and DeMar Derozan. What is his legacy with the Toronto Raptors? The guys worry his legacy might be nothing more than a trade chip.
Then Bowman goes off on a tangent on...2022-01-301h 32VANSLAMEpisode 20 - The PenThe VanSlam is back for Episode 20 to chat things all #NBA and of course everything else we can think of. We look at the Raptors 2 game slid and why Dwyane Casey always seems to have their number with the Detriot Pistons. The 76ers are on a roll and Tyrese Maxey and Mattias Thybulle starting to come into their own and compliment the MVP season that Joel Embiid is having. We look at the latest in the Ben Simmonds saga, as it has been almost a month since we touched on that tire fire, and if there will be any...2022-01-161h 36VANSLAMEpisode 19 - The TruthThe VanSlam, Vancouver's only #NBA POdcast to our knowledge, is back after the holiday break to get you caught up on all things Basketball. Joshua, Sean, and Bowman chat about the latest winning streaks for the Philadelphia #76ers and #WeTheNorth as both teams climb up the Eastern Conference Standings. Fred VanVleet and Joel Embiid lead their respective teams and are both playing at All-Star form.
We continue looking at the East with Kyrie Irving returning for the Brooklyn Nets and Demar DeRozan leading a surprising Chicago Bulls team to a 26-10 record. Also whatever happened to Lavar...2022-01-091h 29VANSLAMEpisode 18 - The NoteThe VanSlam is back after a brief hiatus as Vancouver's only #NBA Podcast, to our knowledge, gets you caught up with everything around the league. Joshua and Bowman chat about Stephen Curry breaking Ray Allens all-time 3 point record against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Is Curry the greatest 3 point shooter of all time? We talk about the latest news from the Brooklyn Nets who will let Kyrie Irving return playing in away games (That didn't last long as he went into Covid Protocol shortly after recording.) and KD making it 8 players (Uh 9) players in Protocol for...2021-12-181h 04VANSLAMEpisode 17 - The BusboyThe VanSlam is back after a week off. Vancouver's only #NBA podcast (to our knowledge) get's you caught up with everything around the National Basketball League. The Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers stopped their losing streaks. The Brooklyn Nets and Chicago Bulls jumped to the top of the Eastern Conference. While the Hornets jerseys stupid green strip continues to bother everyone.
In the west, the Golden State Warriors continue to roll despite not having any of their top players. The Pheonix Suns have gone on an 11 game winning streak and made everyone forget they have off-court issues...2021-11-211h 33VANSLAMEpisode 16 - The Chinese RestuarantOn this week's episode of The VanSlam Joshua And Bowman start things off with some 76ers talk and the covid situation they are in. Then we are joined by the 3rd sleepy amigo Sean Warren to talk Raptors, Bulls, Celtics, and the rest of the Eastern Conference. Can the NBA Champion Milwaukee Bucks come back from their slow start or do they even care?
Then we move on to the west and discuss the LA Laker's injury problems and how they are going to limp through the season. Dame Lillard and his summer lunch with Lebron and...2021-11-062h 02VANSLAMEpisode 15 - The Baby ShowerOn this week's episode of The VanSlam Joshua, Sean and Bowman discuss what is happening in the #NBA Eastern Conference with the Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers. Can The New York Knicks and Miami Heat keep up their hot starts and who is in the basement. Then we take a look at the Western Conference and address what's happening with the Pheonix Suns, Why Golden State is for real, and if the Lakers can sustain all season.
We go over possible scenarios where an NBA team could return to Vancouver and expansion priorities in the future...2021-10-311h 47VANSLAMEpisode 14 - The DealThe #NBA season has tipped off and after just 2 games we have panic and celebration from different markets. On this week's episode of The VanSlam Joshua, Sean and Bowman take a look at the LA Lakers slow start and if they will spend more time fighting each other than the other teams. We go over the latest Ben Simmons saga from the 76ers and the fact that Danny Green can't hit open 3's. Then some positive as we look at the great start from the Golden State Warriors and the surprise start from Scottie Barnes and the Toronto Raptors.2021-10-231h 48VANSLAMEpisode 13 - The Heart AttackThe boys are back to get you ready for the 2021-2022 NBA season on this week's episode of the VanSlam! Joshua, Sean, and Bowman take a look at the latest news from the NBA world about Kyrie Irving holding out, Ben Simmons showing up and a look at both the Western and Eastern Conference. How will things play out this season in a very competitive West? Do the New Orleans Cassowary need to make a move this season to keep Zion Williamson in town? Are the LA Lakers too old to make another run? Could the Warriors be back...2021-10-161h 28VANSLAMEpisode 12 - The RevengeIn Episode 12 of the VanSlam Joshua, Sean and Bowman start to get ready for the #NBA preseason as media day has come and gone. Where in the world is Ben Simmons and what are the Philadelphia 76ers goings to do with their disgruntled star? Did David Griffin serenade Zion Williamson on Piano in the NBA Bubble? What songs would he go with? We go over the players who are against getting vaccinated the #NBA stance on the issue and why Kyrie Irving might be crazy.
Then we get to Basketball Movie Book Club with "Semi-Pro" A Will...2021-10-031h 43VANSLAMEpisode 11 - The StatueOn episode 11 of The VanSlam, Vancouver's only NBA podcast to our knowledge, Joshua, Sean, and Bowman break down all the latest Ben Simmons shenanigans. Despite Ben being a great defensive player, we talk about why he has burned his bridges with the Philadelphia 76ers and possible options for the 2021-22 season. Spoiler alert! There are not very many options for him! The guys also discuss the #NBA rule changes and what that could mean for shooters next year and how it could change defending in the NBA.
Then we get into Basketball Movie Book Club with this...2021-09-261h 38VANSLAMEpisode 10 - The ApartmentThe VanSlam, Vancouver's only NBA podcast to our knowledge, is back! After 2 weeks off, Joshua, Sean, and Bowman are back to chat about all the NBA rumors and so much more. Is Ben Simmons going to start the season as a 76er? What leverage does Philadelphia even have? Possible targets for John Wall and the Houston Rockets, What is the Toronto Raptors directions and Pascal Siakam's comments in the offseason.
Then we don't go into Basketball Movie Book Club because someone, Cough* Sean Cough* didn't watch Hoosiers! So we get right into your questions from Twitter about...2021-09-191h 35VANSLAMEpisode 9 - The Phone MessageToday on The VanSlam, Vancouver's only NBA podcast to our knowledge, Joshua, Sean and Bowman discuss all the latest NBA news... So not much. The dog days of August provide very little for actual NBA news so why not have the Michale Jordan and Lebron James debate? What Untold series would we want to see made next, would the Chicago Bulls or New York Knicks be a better home for Zion Williamson, and why New Brunswick has made the no-watch list.
Then we get into Basketball Movie Bookclub! "White Men Can't Jump" is the focus this week...2021-08-291h 31VANSLAMEpisode 8 - The JacketOn This week's episode of the VanSlam, Vancouver's only NBA Podcast to our knowledge, Joshua, Sean, and Bowman chat about the Summer League, no one wanting Patrick Beverly, Joel Embiid signing a new super-max contract, Masai Ujiri becoming a Raptor for life, and much more! More Atlanta hates but unfortunately, you can't hear that if you are from the Atlanta area. We do actually talk about basketball I promise, We have an NBA tip-Off intro so we have to!
We actually answer your questions from Twitter despite being distracted by Break High only having one season and 44...2021-08-231h 17VANSLAMEpisode 7 - The Pony RemarkThe VanSlam Podcast is in full NBA Free agency for episode 7 as Joshua, Sean and Bowman discuss the latest moves around the NBA. Who were the winners, who were the losers and why were they the New Orleans Cassowary! The cap is examined and why it doesn't really exist. Teams moving into sign and trades, Bird Rights, and offseason tampering. The hosts then break down the moves by the Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks as they look become relevant in the Eastern Conference. The 76ers are trying to stay relevant despite not being able to move Ben Simmons...2021-08-081h 28VANSLAMEpisode 6 - The Ex-GirlfriendTROGDOR!!!! On this week's episode of The VanSlam Podcast, Vancouver only NBA Podcast to our knowledge. Joshua and Sean go over the 2021 #NBA Draft, Our winners and losers, The Detroit Pistons and Cade Cunningham, What the Toronto Raptors were doing drafting Scottie Barnes, The Russell Westbrook trade to the LA Lakers. Masai Ujiri and his plans for #WeTheNorth, Kyle Lowry, CP3, and a whole lot more.
No Performance Issues now that we are into the offseason, and no NBA Movie Bookclub without Bowman. So we jump right into questions from Twitter. #VanSlam #NBA #Area51Network
2021-07-311h 14VANSLAMEpisode 5 - The Stock TipThis week's episode of The VanSlam Vancouver's only #NBA Podcast, that we know of. We chat about the NBA Finals win for the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo, The parade and the bus driver, A missed "Speed" reference, the best Championship Celebrations, What happens to Chris Paul now, NBA Free Agency, A salary cap suggestion, Where will Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan end up? DeRozan is the Black Widow of the "MCU", Lonzo Ball's future with the New Orleans Cassowaries, Zion Williamson, and a whole lot more!
We finish things up with Performance Issues; The Bus Driver...2021-07-251h 14VANSLAMEpisode 4 - Male UnbondingOn the 4th Episode of the VanSlam, the team is back together. Joshua Griffith, Sean Warren, and J Bowman break down the latest from the NBA Finals as the Milwaukee Bucks were able to tie up the series against the Pheonix Suns at 2-2. Will Chris Paul be able to weather the storm or will Giannis Antetokounmpo and company complete the comeback. Lots more NBA Finals chat before we get into Dame Lillard trade rumors if the Raptors or 76ers could land the Portland star. The USA Olympic basketball team, What stars would be on the sideline for the...2021-07-181h 07VANSLAMEpisode 3 - The RobberyIn Episode 3 of The VanSlam Podcast, your only NBA Podcast in Vancouver, Joshua Griffith, and Sean Warren are robbed of a host this week! It didn't stop him from giving us our cold open and letting the world (Minus Atlanta) a taste of how he felt after the Atlanta Hawks loss. Then Joshua and Sean go over the NBA Finals between the Pheonix Suns and the Milwaukee Bucks as the series moves back to Milwaukee for game 3. Can Giannis Antetokounmpo do it by himself or does he need more help to stop Chris Paul from finally getting that chip!
Could...2021-07-111h 00VANSLAMEpisode 2 - The Stake OutSlamBall might be the ultimate sport!
This week on the VanSlam Joshua, Sean and Bowman talk all things Patrick Beverly being a piece of shit. They break down the Sun's path to the NBA Finals, talk some more about Beverly, and then get into SlamBall. That's right SlamBall, The amazing trampoline basketball mess we had in the early 2000s.
We also do talk more basketball at some point with Canada men's basketball, the shame of a USA Olympic Team and so, so much more. Come for the #NBA Talk and stay for the SlamBall references and Sean and Bowman hitting...2021-07-0454 minVANSLAMEpisode 1- The PilotJoshua, J. Bowman, and Sean come together to unveil a new Vancouver based basketball podcast! We dive into the Raptors, Sixers, some old Grizzlies wounds, and launch our Tip-Off and Performance Issues segments.2021-06-271h 19
Build Your Tribe | Grow Your Business with Social MediaMistakes to Avoid When Networking Online or Live EventsToday, Chalene reveals some of the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to networking — whether it’s a live event or online. Make sure you’re prepared to take notes because you’ll also be given top secret tips for how to network the right way! Plus, Chalene shares a very personal story about all the things she did wrong at one of the very first seminars she ever attended! Links from today’s episode: Chalene’s book recommendation: Dig Your Well Before You’re Thirsty Discover Your Thing Questionnaire! Hey Amy VanSlam email...2019-09-2634 min