"So I think this whole idea of cumulative culture is a way to make humans exceptional. But it's clear to me that humans are exceptional, and seeing it through baboon glasses, I can understand in a different way why they're exceptional. But many of the things that we think are uniquely human are actually present in other animals." - Dr. Shirley Strum Dr. Shirley Strum is a groundbreaking anthropologist who has spent over five decades living alongside wild baboons in Kenya. Her work has transformed our understanding of these intelligent, socially complex animals — their relationships, their adaptability, and the intricate societies they create. In her new book, Echoes of Our Origins , Shirley challenges long-held beliefs about evolution, the human-animal divide, and what it truly means to coexist. This conversation is about science — but it’s also about humility, hope, and the messy, beautiful complexity of life on Earth. Links: https://www.press.jhu.edu/books/title/53757/echoes-our-origins https://anthropology.ucsd.edu/people/faculty/faculty-profiles/shirley-strum.html…
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Straight Fire - ESPN Acquires the NFL Network + Clevanalytics Founder and Professional Sports Gambler Clev TA
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30:00On today’s episode, Jason quickly discusses the short and long-term impact of ESPN’s acquisition of the NFL Network. Later, Clevanalytics founder and professional sports gambler Clev TA swings by to discuss whether the San Francisco 49ers or the Los Angeles Rams is the team to beat in the NFC West, how the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback situation mi…
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Straight Fire - The Conclusion to the WNBA Sex Toy Scandal + VSiN host Gill Alexander
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39:21On today’s episode, Jason quickly explains how a large green sex toy at a WNBA game got a young man arrested. Later, VSiN host Gill Alexander swings by to discuss why he's betting on the Arizona Cardinals and the Washington Commanders to outperform expectations next season, the biggest difference between teams like the Las Vegas Raiders and the Ten…
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Straight Fire - Micah Parsons Wants Out, Tough Scenes for Caleb Williams & Luka Doncic Cashes In
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30:41On today’s episode, Jason discusses the latest happenings surrounding Micah Parsons' trade demand from the Dallas Cowboys, whether we should be concerned that Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams continues to struggle in training camp, and what the realistic expectations are for Luka Doncic in Los Angeles now that he's officially inked a 3-year…
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Straight Fire - Hulk Hogan's Complicated Legacy & The 'March for Arch' Manning
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28:22On today’s episode, Jason discusses Hulk Hogan's complicated legacy on the heels of his untimely death, why certain athletes are remembered more fondly then others when they both have controversial pasts, how the Cleveland Browns should navigate their very crowded quarterback room, and which NFL teams are best positioned to tank in 2025 and thus 'M…
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Straight Fire - Cam Newton is Being a Clown Again & Another LeBron Steroids Allegation
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31:28On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he has such a big problem with Cam Newton taking shots at ESPN analysts like Ryan Clark and Dan Orlovsky, the real reason why Newton seems to have it out for Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, and whether or not it's fair to say that Cam was never all that great as an NFL quarterback. Plus, J-Mac te…
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Straight Fire – ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler on The Top-10 QBs in the NFL
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28:23On today’s episode, ESPN senior NFL reporter Jeremy Fowler swings by to discuss the narrative that the Kansas City Chiefs dynasty is officially over, why so many NFL executives are pushing back on Jalen Hurts, what NFL decision makes like – and don’t like – about Justin Herbert, the confirmation bias that seems to exist for Brock Purdy, how much pr…
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Straight Fire - Jerry Jones Has Lost His Marbles + FOX Sports College Football Reporter Bruce Feldman
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32:28On today’s episode, Jason explains why Jerry Jones latest comments about Micah Parsons' ongoing contract negotiations are further proof that the Dallas Cowboys owner is losing his marbles. Later, FOX Sports and The Athletic college football reporter Bruce Feldman swings by to discuss if the Big Ten has officially surpassed the SEC, the preseason hy…
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Straight Fire - Marcus Smart to the Lakers, President Trump's War on Washington & Caitlin Clark Wants More Money
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32:14On today’s episode, Jason discusses how the addition of Marcus Smart impacts the Los Angeles Lakers, whether or not it matters that LeBron James has been wholly uninvolved in the team's offseason transactions, why President Donald J. Trump has taken it upon himself to wage war on the Washington Commanders and the Cleveland Guardians, and what he di…
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Straight Fire - Steelers Cash Out Watt, Blazers Bring Back Lillard + Professional Poker Player David Baker
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45:47On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he believes it was a mistake for the Pittsburgh Steelers to give pass rusher TJ Watt a massive contract extension and why he wasn't a fan of the Portland Trail Blazers' decision to bring back injured point guard Damian Lillard for a two-year retirement tour. Later, Professional poker player and sports gambler…
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Straight Fire - Bradley Beal to the Clippers + FTN Fantasy Chief Analytics Officer Aaron Schatz
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37:25On today’s episode, Jason discusses what the addition of Bradley Beal means for the Los Angeles Clippers and the Western Conference Playoff race at-large. Later, FTN Fantasy Chief Analytics Officer Aaron Schatz swings by to discuss why he's expecting the Kansas City Chiefs to regress next season, the likelihood that the Baltimore Ravens or the Buff…
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Straight Fire - The Arch Manning Hype Train, Caitlin 'Clank' Clark & A Bad Omen for USA Basketball
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25:47On today’s episode, Jason discusses whether the hype train surrounding Texas quarterback Arch Manning has already gone off the rails, why guys like Deion Sanders and Nick Saban are so outwardly in favor of NIL reform, why it's absolutely fair to criticize Caitlin Clark for her season-long shooting slump (even if she is dealing with a lingering groi…
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Straight Fire - Fork in the Road for the 49ers, Stop Disrespecting Jalen Hurts & a Wild LeBron James Rumor
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28:11On today’s episode, Jason discusses whether or not the San Francisco 49ers might feel forced to offer disgruntled wide receiver Jauan Jennings a lucrative contract extension this summer, why Jalen Hurts should feel disrespected after a panel of anonymous NFL execs/coaches/scouts ranked his as the 9th best quarterback in football five months after w…
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Straight Fire - LeBron's Uncertain Future, The King's Final Four Trade Destinations & Caitlin Clark is on the Struggle Buss
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34:04On today’s episode, Jason discusses the wild rumor that Klay Thompson is dating pop star Megan Thee Stallion, why LeBron James has refused to shut down the speculation surrounding his future with the Los Angeles Lakers, which of the 4 reported teams who want to trade for LeBron (Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers and Clev…
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Straight Fire - Cooper Flagg vs Bronny James & LeBron is Ghosting His Teammates
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23:56On today’s episode, Jason discusses a wild 4th of July story involving new Los Angeles Chargers running back Najee Harris, Cooper Flagg’s inefficient yet wildly exciting NBA Summer League debut, why he believes Bronny James will be a regular member of the Los Angeles Lakers rotation next season, what makes the Devin Booker contract extension with t…
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Straight Fire - Angel Reese One-Upped Caitlin Clark, Kirk Cousins is Mad as Hell & Bradley Beal's Big Decision
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27:12On today’s episode, Jason discusses why Angel Reese getting the WNBA 2K26 cover over Caitlin Clark isn't as big of a deal as some people are making it out to be, whether or not Kirk Cousins is justified for feeling misled by the Atlanta Falcons during his free agency negotiations last year, and how Bradley Beal could single-handedly flip the balanc…
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Straight Fire - Pacers Show No Loyalty, Bucks Delaying the Inevitable with Giannis & a Men's League Nail Biter
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24:28On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he was so taken aback that the Indiana Pacers would dump Myles Turner - their longest tenured player on the roster - after coming just one win short of an NBA championship, why it feels like the Milwaukee Bucks' flurry of moves on Tuesday are just delaying the inevitable Giannis Antetokounmpo trade demand, wh…
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Straight Fire - More Caitlin Clark Jealousy & NBA Free Agency Winners (Rockets / Nuggets / Hawks) and Losers (Lakers)
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24:45On today’s episode, Jason discusses the blatant jealousy of Caitlin Clark that exists across the WNBA, why it's starting to feel like that Houston Rockets are the team to beat in the Western Conference next season, how a flurry of moves on the first day of NBA Free Agency helped propel the Denver Nuggets back into championship contention, why the L…
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Straight Fire - LeBron at Odds with Lakers Brass Again & LeBron Trade Scenarios
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28:11On today’s episode, Jason discusses LeBron James' latest passive-aggressive comments aimed at the Los Angeles Lakers front office, whether it's fair to say that the Lakers are incapable of building a championship-level roster around LeBron and Luka Doncic, why the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks feel like the most likely destinations if LeB…
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Straight Fire - USA Today Sports columnist Christine Brennan on the Rise of Caitlin Clark, Jealousy Across the WNBA & More!
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52:34On today’s episode, Jason is joined by USA Today Sports columnist and author Christine Brennan to promote her upcoming book, ‘On Her Game: Caitlin Clark and the Revolution in Women’s Sports’. During the conversation, Brennan discusses how Clark first exploded on the scene as a collegian at Iowa, what about Clark’s game that makes her so captivating…
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Straight Fire - NBA Trades, NBA Draft Night Winners (For Now) & a Big Gamble on Ace Bailey
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22:31On today’s episode, Jason discusses the recent flurry of trades around the NBA that have shaken up the Eastern Conference, why it feels like at least one team is trying to build their team in the same image as the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder, how a few forward thinking NBA Draft night moves by the Portland Trail Blazers and the Phoenix …
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Straight Fire - EMERGENCY POD - Haliburton Tears an Achilles, the Thunder Win the Championship & KD Traded to the Rockets
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25:21On today’s episode, Jason breaks his well-deserved time away for an emergency podcast recapping all the biggest NBA Sunday headlines. During the show, J-Mac discusses how Tyrese Haliburton’s Achilles injury put a big damper on what should’ve been a riveting Game 7 of the NBA Finals, what Haliburton’s injury (coupled with Jayson Tatum’s season-endin…
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Straight Fire - Pacers Force Game 7, SGA Isn't a Real Superstar & USMNT Beats Saudi Arabia
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22:39On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Indiana Pacers’ blowout win over Oklahoma City to force an upcoming Game 7 of the NBA Finals, how Tyrese Haliburton was able to overcome a calf injury and still be effective for Indiana, why it was so disheartening to see the Thunder no-show in a potentially series-clinching game, and whether or not Shai Gilg…
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Straight Fire - Lakers Sold for $10 Billion + FOX Sports Radio NBA insider Mark Medina
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40:17On today’s episode, Jason discusses the shocking news that the Buss Family has finally decided to sell their majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to a group headlined by Los Angeles Dodgers ownership group frontman Mark Walter. Later, FOX Sports Radio NBA insider Mark Medina swings by to discuss the general lack of buzz for these NBA Finals, th…
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Straight Fire - Tyrese Haliburton is Hurting & LeBron's War on Rings Culture
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26:37On today’s episode, Jason discusses the pros and cons of Tyrese Haliburton trying to play through his calf injury in an upcoming Game 6 of the NBA Finals, why the Indiana Pacers need to consider their long-term outlook for next season as well before making a decision on Haliburton's availability, the narrative that the Oklahoma City Thunder have ha…
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Straight Fire - Tough Thunder Take Game 6, What the Hali Happened to Haliburton?! & KD's Super Soft Market
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21:14On today’s episode, Jason discusses how the Oklahoma City Thunder's physical defense - coupled with some inconsistent officiating - helped push the Indiana Pacers to the brink of elimination, whether or not Tyrese Haliburton's mysterious lower leg injury is a valid excuse for his no-show on the road in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, and why you shouldn'…
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Straight Fire - Desmond Bane to the Magic, the NBA's 2nd Apron Sucks & Caitlin Clark's Big Return
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33:21On today’s episode, Jason discusses the blockbuster trade that saw the Memphis Grizzlies ship Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic, where Orlando ranks in the Eastern Conference pecking order next season, why Memphis ultimately decided to punt on their Big 3 of Bane, Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., why you should expect the dreaded 2nd Apron will force …
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Straight Fire - NBA Finals Game 4 Best Bets + CBS Sports HQ analyst Claudia Bellofatto
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31:45On today’s episode, Jason hits us with a quick breakdown of his Best Bets for Friday night's Gam3 4 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. Later, CBS Sports HQ and NBC Sports Boston analyst Claudia Bellofatto swings by to discuss how she broke into the sports betting media space, why it's easier to find an edge …
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Straight Fire - Pacers Wear Down the Thunder, the 'McConnell and Mathurin' Game & SGA's Uphill Climb
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27:04On today’s episode, Jason provides instant reaction to Game 3 of the NBA Finals. During the show, J-Mac discusses how the Indiana Pacers were able to physically wear down MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the mighty Oklahoma City Thunder, why he's betting on Indiana to win Game 4 as well and take an insurmountable 3-1 series lead, how Pacers reserve …
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Straight Fire - KD's Twitter Fingers Have Been Re-Activated & NBA Finals Game 3 Best Bets
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24:03On today’s episode, Jason discusses Kevin Durant's viral Twitter exchange with a group of critical fans, why it feels like KD is almost trying to convince himself that his post-Golden State Warriors playing days haven't been a failure, the 4 pivotal games in NBA history that led directly either to the formation or the disintegration of a Super Team…
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Straight Fire - NBA Draft consultant Rafael Barlowe on Tre Johnson vs VJ Edgecombe, Cooper Flagg's Future, Top-5 Jeremiah Fears & More!
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33:43On today’s episode, Jason is joined by NBA Draft consultant and NBA Draft Junkies founder Rafael Barlowe. During the conversation, Barlowe discusses the narrative that the San Antonio Spurs and Philadelphia 76ers should trade the #2 (Dylan Harper) and #3 (Ace Bailey) picks for established stars, why Kentucky seems to pump out guys who are even bett…
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Straight Fire - Thunder Take Game 2, the Pacers' Biggest Problem & SGA's Superstar Status
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26:15On today’s episode, Jason recaps the Oklahoma City Thunder's dominant performance in Game 2 to even the NBA Finals at 1-1, tell us why the Indiana Pacers' lack of a true superstar player could ultimately be their undoing in this series, discusses whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has really made the leap into the NBA's elite or is just having an elit…
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Straight Fire - Pacers Steal Game 1, Haliburton Does it Again & OKC Has a J-Dub Problem
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28:38On today’s episode, Jason recaps a wild Game 1 of the NBA Finals that saw the Indiana Pacers steal the win on the road against the Oklahoma City Thunder thanks to (another) Tyrese Haliburton buzzer-beater. How do the Pacers keep doing this? Is there anybody more clutch than Hali right now? Will the Thunder bounce back in Game 2? What was Mark Daign…
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Straight Fire - NBA Finals Wagering + True Hoop founder Henry Abbott
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40:55On today’s episode, Jason quickly previews the upcoming NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers from a wagering perspective. Later, author and True Hoop founder Henry Abbott swings by to discuss why he thinks it would be a fool’s errand to trade for veteran superstars like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant, why the …
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Straight Fire - EMERGENCY POD: Knicks Fire Head Coach Tom Thibodeau
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23:04On today’s episode, Jason hits us with an EMERGENCY POD discussing the New York Knicks' decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau in the wake of their season-ending loss to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. During the episode, J-Mac tells us who he believes are the most likely candidates to replace Thibs (Michael Malone, Steve Na…
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Straight Fire - NBA Finals Preview & Carmelo's Backhanded Compliment of Cooper Flagg
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30:30On today’s episode, Jason discusses the keys to victory for the Indiana Pacers if they want to pull a monumental upset against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals, the importance of the three point shot for Indiana against OKC, why he believes Carmelo Anthony's comments about Cooper Flagg felt more like a backhanded compliment than anything…
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Straight Fire - An Obituary for the New York Knicks
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28:13On today’s episode, Jason discusses what's next for the New York Knicks after they were unceremoniously bounced out of the playoffs over the weekend. Do the Knicks need to consider flipping Karl-Anthony Towns for a more defensive-minded center? Are they overpaying wings OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges? Can New York build a legitimate championship cont…
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Straight Fire - Knicks Stay Alive + USA TODAY NFL National Reporter Tyler Dragon
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29:22On today’s episode, Jason discusses the likelihood that the New York Knicks can force a Game 7 after beating the Indiana Pacers to stave off elimination in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Later, USA TODAY NFL national reporter Tyler Dragon swings by to discuss why he expects rookie Shedeur Sanders will end the season as the Cleveland Brown…
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Straight Fire - The OKC Thunder Aren't THAT Great & the NBA's Parity Problem
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30:21On today’s episode, Jason discusses why he still doesn't believe the Shai Gilgeous-Alexander-led Oklahoma City Thunder squad is an all-time great team despite what all the analytics say, where the 2024-25 Thunder rank amongst the best teams since the 2016-17 Golden State Warriors led by Steph Curry and Kevin Durant, whether or not the NBA is regret…
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Straight Fire - A Sad Knicks Fan, the New Ideal NBA Roster + Spectrum SportsNet host Nikki Kay
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36:33On today’s episode, Jason discusses his beloved New York Knicks falling behind 3-1 to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals and the idea that these playoffs have proven that the ideal roster build in today’s NBA is more about depth than top-end talent. Later, J-Mac is joined by Spectrum SportsNet host and reporter Nikki Kay to discuss…
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Straight Fire - Thunder are Rolling to a Title, No Shows from Ant Man and Randle & Knicks-Pacers Game 4 Preview
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24:46On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Oklahoma City's thrilling victory over the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, why it's becoming more and more apparent that the Thunder are destined to win the NBA championship this season and why he was disappointed in Minnesota's two stars - Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle - Game 4. …
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Straight Fire – Thunder Roll Again, SGA Isn’t in the Top 5?!? + Author Seth Wickersham
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36:45On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Oklahoma City Thunder’s blowout victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2, why he an NBA MVP award doesn’t automatically make Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a top-5 player in the League, and what made Thursday a night to forget for WNBA stars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Later, ESPN columnist and author Se…
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Straight Fire - Knicks Choke Away Game 1, Haliburton Hits One of the Greatest Shots Ever + ESPN NBA reporter Dave McMenamin
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42:18On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Indiana Pacers’ incredible comeback win over the New York Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals and where Tyrese Haliburton’s game-tying jumper in regulation ranks in the pantheon of the greatest shots in NBA Playoffs history. Later, ESPN reporter Dave McMenamin swings by to discuss what adjustmen…
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Straight Fire - Thunder Stifle the T'Wolves, SGA's Unethical Basketball & Minnesota's Biggest Problem
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30:24On today’s episode, Jason discusses Oklahoma City’s blowout win over the Timberwolves in Game 1, why he still came away mostly unimpressed by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and that vaunted Thunder defense, how much blame Anthony Edwards deserves for the ugly loss, and what adjustments Minnesota can make to get a different result in Game 2. Plus, J-Mac ex…
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Straight Fire - NBA Eastern Conference and Western Conference Finals Preview
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23:33On today’s episode, Jason previews the upcoming Eastern Conference and Western Conference Finals. Can Julius Randle keep up his stellar play against Chet Holmgren and that beefy OKC frontline? Will Anthony Edwards be able to withstand the Thunder's ball pressure? Should we expect Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to cement his status as the best player in th…
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Straight Fire - Brock Purdy Gets Paid, Thunder Roll Over Nuggets & Caitlin Clark vs Angel Reese
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26:13On today’s episode, Jason discusses what's next for Brock Purdy after signing a massive contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers, why he's expecting big changes to hit the Denver Nuggets following their blowout loss to Oklahoma City in Game 7, whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander definitively proved that he's a better player than Nikola Jokic in …
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Straight Fire - Caleb Williams Hated Chicago, Game 7 for OKC-DEN + The Athletic's Ben Pickman
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37:08On today’s episode, Jason discusses the bombshell excerpt from Seth Wickersham revealing that Caleb Williams never wanted to be drafted by the Chicago Bears and why he believes Sunday’s Game 7 between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder could have huge offseason ramifications for OKC. Later, The Athletic’s Ben Pickman swings by for a full …
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Straight Fire - NFL Schedule Release Reaction, Celtics Stay Alive & What's Next for the Warriors
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24:28On today’s episode, Jason discusses his biggest takeaways from the NFL Schedule Release for the upcoming 2025 season, his early leans on the NFL Week 1 slate from a wagering perspective, why Game 6 becomes a must-win for the New York Knicks after the Boston Celtics were able to stave off elimination in Game 5 and where the Golden State Warriors go …
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Straight Fire - Thunder Hold Off Jokic, Cavs Go Down Quietly + The Athletic's
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31:19On today’s episode, Jason discusses how the Oklahoma City Thunder were able to overcome Nikola Jokic’s virtuoso performance to take a 3-2 series lead, and what went wrong for the Cleveland Cavaliers after having such a charmed regular season only to flame out in the postseason. Later, The Athletic’s Christian Clark swings by to discuss the mood aro…
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Straight Fire – Tatum’s Terrible Injury, Mavericks Capture the Flagg & Giannis’ Next Stop
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30:06On today’s episode, Jason discusses the short and long-term impact of Jayson Tatum suffering what looks to be a torn Achilles tendon in Boston’s Game 4 loss to New York, why it’s looking increasingly likely that the Knicks will be headed to the NBA Finals, what Draymond Green’s career legacy would have been if he hadn’t been paired with Steph Curry…
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Straight Fire - Derek Carr Puts Himself in Park, the Truth About the Thunder & MIN-GSW / NYK-BOS Previews
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26:30On today’s episode, Jason discusses why Derek Carr's abrupt retirement announcement could actually be a blessing in disguise for the New Orleans Saints moving forward, who he thinks has the upper-hand moving forward as the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets are tied in the series 2-2, why it's not farfetched to expect Donovan Mitchell might d…
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