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Reel Talk & Banter

Omari Williams & Jay Richardson

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Ever wanted to just sit around and make fun of an old movie with your friends? That's exactly what Reel Talk & Banter is all about. Join best friends Omari Williams and Jay Richardson as they rewatch movies that came out at least a decade ago. It's a mix of a film review and a comedy roast, where they discuss everything from the plot to the terrible acting, and even if the film has stood the test of time. Get ready to laugh and hear some hot takes on your favorite (and least favorite) classi ...
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Hoopsology

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Welcome to Hoopsology — where basketball meets insight. We bring you smart, in-depth conversations about the NBA, WNBA, and global hoops culture through interviews with athletes, analysts, journalists, and insiders. Whether it’s breaking news, timeless rivalries, or behind-the-scenes stories, we keep it real and respectful to the game. 🎙 Player interviews 📈 Expert analysis 🧠 Smart takes on the sport, media, and culture Subscribe for authentic basketball talk that respects the past, analyzes ...
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In this episode of Hoopsology's ITL, the crew dives deep into the NBA’s biggest stories, including: 🔥 LeBron & Lakers Drama — Sports journalist Yaron Weitzman’s new book A Hollywood Ending sparks controversy in Los Angeles, exposing tension between LeBron James and the Lakers’ front office. The Hoopsology hosts discuss the fallout, potential lawsui…
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In this episode of Hoopsology Podcast, we sit down with Yaron Weitzman, acclaimed NBA writer and author of A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers. Weitzman gives us a deep dive into the truth behind LeBron James’ tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers — from his arrival in 2018 to the present-day uncertainty surrounding his futur…
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In this episode of Hoopsology, we sit down with Lauren Williams, who covers the Atlanta Hawks for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, to discuss the team’s early 2025–26 season outlook. Lauren gives us insider insight on: 🏀 How Trae Young is evolving as a leader and setting expectations for a deep playoff run. 💪 What the Hawks’ new additions — includ…
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The New York Knicks are officially back in the spotlight — and the city is buzzing. 🎙️ In this episode of Hoopsology, Ben Lyons returns to talk about everything Knicks: the new era under head coach Mike Brown, the team’s rising expectations, and whether this could finally be the year New York makes a championship run. Ben shares his authentic, pass…
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The Detroit Pistons are back — and they’re making noise in the Eastern Conference. In this episode of Hoopsology, host Justin welcomes back Omari Sankofa II, Pistons reporter for the Detroit Free Press and co-host of The Pistons Pulse. Omari breaks down how Detroit went from a 14-win disaster to a 44-win playoff team, securing their first postseaso…
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In this episode, Justin Goodrum is joined by Stephen Cameron of Orlando Magic HQ to preview one of the NBA’s most intriguing teams — the Orlando Magic. From Paolo Banchero’s superstar evolution to Franz Wagner’s rise, and the team’s $70 million state-of-the-art facility, we’re breaking down why Orlando might be the next big force in the Eastern Con…
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From Michael Jordan’s dominance to Magic vs. Bird, John Tesh’s “Roundball Rock” became the soundtrack of the NBA’s golden age. Now, with the NBA returning to NBC in 2025, the classic anthem is making a comeback — and John reveals the full story behind it. 🎹 In This Episode: The origin story of “Roundball Rock” and how it was written on an answering…
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In this episode, Matt Thomas, Justin Goodrum, and Alan Muenzler break down their 2025–26 NBA Western Conference predictions — from the bottom feeders to the top contenders. Who will rise, who will fall, and can OKC repeat as Western Conference champions? We cover all the biggest storylines across the NBA West: Will Kevin Durant and the Houston Rock…
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In this episode of Hoopsology, we sit down with Trishtan Williams one of the directors of the upcoming Netflix documentary series “Starting Five.” The series features Jaylen Brown, Kevin Durant, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Tyrese Haliburton, and James Harden, giving fans unprecedented access to the lives and minds of NBA superstars. Trishtan reveals h…
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Step inside the world of the Dallas Mavericks’ legendary public address announcer, Sean Heath — the man whose voice defines every thrilling moment at the American Airlines Center. In this exclusive interview, Sean opens up about: 🏀 His favorite basketball memories with Dirk Nowitzki, Luka Dončić, and Vince Carter 🎤 How he became the voice of the Ma…
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Welcome back to In the Lab with Hoopsology, where hosts Matt Thomas and Justin Goodrum dive deep into our NBA season preview. 🏀 In this episode: We celebrate the Las Vegas Aces—now officially a WNBA dynasty—as A’ja Wilson cements her place among the all-time greats. The crew debates whether Wilson deserves “GOAT” status, what’s next for Becky Hammo…
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The Denver Nuggets enter the 2025-26 NBA season surrounded by change and high expectations. After the firing of head coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth, Denver is rebuilding its identity under new head coach David Adelman. In this exclusive interview, Brendan Vogt of DNVR Sports joins Hoopsology to break down everything Nuggets fans need to k…
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Step inside the world of Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball (AU) with Meghan Perry, Vice President of Basketball at AU, as she shares how the league is transforming women’s basketball. In this exclusive interview, Meghan details her journey from playing Division I basketball at Cornell to working in the WNBA front office, and now leading AU into its…
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We revisit Predator (1987) with fresh eyes and full hearts, weighing its iconic score and macho style against messy tactics, shaky logic, and a genre switch that still thrills. We rate plot, casting, production, music, and legacy while quoting every chopper line. Send us a text Support the showBy Omari Williams & Jay Richardson
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What does it take to be one of the best dunkers in the world? For Isaiah Rivera, it’s a journey of resilience, creativity, and pushing the human body to its limits. On this episode of the Hoopsology Podcast, Isaiah opens up about: His early love of basketball and the first memory that hooked him Discovering the world of professional dunking and goi…
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The Oklahoma City Thunder are the defending NBA champions, but can they repeat? 🏆 In this episode of the Hoopsology Podcast, we sit down with Steve Thunder Fan (OKC Topic Thunder) to break down: OKC’s road to the championship & unique title celebrations 🎉 What the championship meant for Oklahoma City fans and community 💙 The Thunder’s draft strateg…
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What’s it like to be the voice of an NBA team for over 20 years? 🎤 On this episode of the Hoopsology Podcast, we welcome Scott Moak, the legendary public address announcer for the Sacramento Kings. From announcing LeBron James’ first NBA game to calling playoff classics, Scott shares incredible stories from his career and dives deep into the cultur…
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In this episode of Hoopsology, we sit down with professional basketball player Paris Collins to discuss his incredible journey across seven countries, his time playing at Jackson State, and his relentless pursuit of an NBA roster spot. Paris opens up about: His favorite early basketball memories and how his father inspired his career. What it’s lik…
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In this in-depth interview, USA TODAY's For The Win’s Meghan L. Hall covers: 🏀 Why the Seattle Storm fired head coach Noelle Quinn after another early playoff exit 🏀 How A’ja Wilson surged late to capture her 4th MVP award before age 30 🏀 The resilient Indiana Fever making noise in the playoffs despite season-ending injuries 🏀 The Las Vegas Aces ch…
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Allan, Matt, and Justin break down a HUGE week in basketball in this edition of Hoopsology’s In The Lab 🏀 WNBA Playoffs — Are the Minnesota Lynx unstoppable? Can the Aces survive a scare? Plus, the Golden State Valkyries’ historic rise. 🔥 Angel Reese & Caitlin Clark — Are they really in a sophomore slump, or is the media spinning the narrative? 💰 K…
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In this episode of Hoopsology, Allan and Justin welcome Patrick Lagreid, the public address announcer for the Phoenix Mercury. Patrick takes us behind the mic to share: His journey from Seattle to Phoenix and how he became the voice of the Mercury. What it’s like announcing legendary moments like Diana Taurasi’s 10,000th point and Brittney Griner’s…
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In this episode of Hoopsology, we welcome Jonathan Clark — aka J Clark the JUMPER — an elite dunker, track & field star, educator, and coach. Jonathan shares his inspiring journey to becoming a world-class dunker with viral highlights. We dive into: His path from UCLA track & field to professional dunking. How social media changed dunk culture and …
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NBA insider and senior reporter Vincent Goodwill (Yahoo Sports / ESPN) joins Hoopsology to break down the biggest storylines heading into the season. We dive into the Kawhi Leonard Clippers scandal, what the NBA investigation could mean for fans, and how it may affect Kawhi’s legacy. Vincent also shares his thoughts on Adam Silver’s comments about …
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Reach out to me. I would love to hear your take! Enjoy a full mega episode just 24 hours away from the highly anticipated Mega-Fight between Saul "CANELO" Alvarez 63-2-2 (39KOs) & Terence "BUD" Crawford 41-0 (31 KOs). It doesn't get better than this. Thanks to your endless support I have had many doors opened to me and received many opportunities a…
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The NBA has seen an alarming spike in Achilles injuries — from Tyrese Haliburton to Jayson Tatum, Damian Lillard, and more. We sit down with Jeff Stotts, owner of InStreetClothes.com and NBA injury analyst for RotoWire, to break down why these injuries are happening, what medical staffs are doing to prevent them, and how they’ll impact the upcoming…
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In this episode of Hoopsology, we sit down with Jordan Treske, author of Building the Milwaukee Bucks: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Oscar Robertson, and the Rapid Rise of an NBA Franchise (1968–1975). Jordan takes us inside: The Bucks’ journey from expansion team to NBA champions in just three years. The impact of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Oscar Robertson on…
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In this episode of Hoopsology, we sit down with Chet Buchanan, the public address announcer for the Las Vegas Aces and Seattle Kraken. Chet gives us an inside look at the voice behind the Aces. His journey from Seattle Sonics fandom to becoming the voice of the back-to-back WNBA Champion Las Vegas Aces. The unique energy of Vegas fans and why “Miss…
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The moment Cillian Murphy reveals his true intentions 30,000 feet in the air, what began as an innocent airport encounter transforms into a nightmarish battle of wits. We dissect Wes Craven's taut 2005 thriller "Red Eye," where hotel manager Lisa Reisert (Rachel McAdams) finds herself trapped beside the charming but deadly Jackson Rippner during a …
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Former Dallas Wings sideline reporter ShaVonne Herndon joins the show to break down the Dallas Wings, who have had one of the WNBA’s most unpredictable seasons. From Paige Bueckers’ impressive rookie campaign to the Dallas Wings’ struggles with coaching, roster moves, and injuries, we dive deep into what’s gone wrong and what the future could hold …
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In this edition of Hoopsology, NBA insider Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints breaks down Giannis Antetokounmpo’s uncertain future, the Celtics’ ownership shift, league-wide gambling concerns, and what’s next for NBA expansion. From Vegas and Seattle rumors to Adam Silver’s vision for the league, this in-depth conversation covers everything you need to k…
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Ever wanted to just sit around and make fun of an old movie with your friends? That's exactly what Reel Talk & Banter is all about. Join best friends Omari Williams and Jay Richardson as they rewatch movies that came out at least a decade ago. It's a mix of a film review and a comedy roast, where they discuss everything from the plot to the terribl…
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*Recorded on June 4th, 2025* Stephanie Wheeler is a Paralympic gold medalist, Hall of Fame inductee, and head coach of the University of Illinois women’s wheelchair basketball team. In this powerful episode of Hoopsology, she opens up about discovering the sport at 12 years old, the physical and emotional demands of Paralympic training, and her tra…
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The New York Liberty and the WNBA are at a crossroads. In this exclusive interview, Myles Ehrlich, senior WNBA writer for Winsidr, joins the Hoopsology Podcast to break down the biggest stories shaping the league: Can the New York Liberty overcome injuries to repeat as champions? Why the Minnesota Lynx are the favorites heading into the playoffs. W…
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Ronnie 2K joins Justin Goodrum of Hoopsology to give fans an exclusive look inside the world of NBA 2K and its massive impact on basketball culture. From debating player ratings to explaining how NBA 2K has become more than just a video game, Ronnie shares stories that every hoops fan needs to hear. In this interview, Ronnie discusses his first bas…
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The NBA may be in the U.S., but some of its brightest stars are starting their journeys down under. In this episode of Hoopsology, we’re joined by Liam Santamaria, General Manager of the NBL’s Next Stars recruitment program and ESPN analyst for the NBL. Liam gives us a front-row seat into how the Australian NBL is quietly becoming one of the NBA’s …
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🏀 Wheelchair basketball is going global — and Ottawa is at the heart of it. In this episode of Hoopsology, Allan and Justin sit down with Cindy Burwell, Executive Director of the 2026 Wheelchair Basketball World Championships, to explore how Canada is preparing to host 28 teams and 336 athletes from around the world. 🗓️ The event will take place fr…
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The San Antonio Spurs are in the middle of one of the biggest stories in franchise history — Project Marvel and the push for a new downtown arena. On this episode of the Hoopsology Podcast, we’re joined by Carolina Teague, Spurs journalist and Reality of Wrestling commentator, to break down: What Project Marvel really means for the Spurs and San An…
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In this episode of Hoopsology, we welcome Jim Turvey — projections analyst for Roto Grinders, writer and podcaster for the Action Network, and host of Bet She Wins. We cover: How WNBA betting has evolved and why it’s harder than ever to beat the lines. The surprising rise of the Golden State Valkyries and what it means for bettors. Caitlin Clark’s …
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Journalist and author Howard Megdal joins Hoopsology to explore the story behind one of basketball’s most influential athletes: Caitlin Clark. We discuss his new book, Becoming Caitlin Clark, and trace how Iowa’s unique basketball culture helped shape her into a superstar. Howard breaks down the century-long history that made Caitlin’s rise possibl…
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From Los Angeles to Denver to the other side of the world, the NBA offseason has been full of blockbuster headlines. In this episode of Hoopsology: In the Lab, we break down: 🏀 Luka Doncic’s Lakers Era Begins — What his massive extension means for LeBron James’ role and the Lakers’ future. 🏀 Nikola Jokic Declines Extension — Should Nuggets fans be …
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Why the Las Vegas Aces' Dominance over the W is Over with The Athletic’s Sabreena Merchant on Becky Hammon’s Legacy, Caitlin Clark, and Player Safety In this episode of Hoopsology, we welcome back Sabreena Merchant, WNBA staff writer for The Athletic, to chat about the most pressing topics shaping the 2025 WNBA season, including; 🚨 Topics we dive i…
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On this episode of Hoopsology, we’re joined by filmmaker Katie Bender Wynn, director of the upcoming Diana Taurasi docuseries on Amazon Prime, Taurasi. Katie shares how she approached telling the story of one of the greatest basketball players of all time, from UConn to the Phoenix Mercury and beyond. We discuss: The emotional core of Taurasi’s jou…
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