Best SI NBA Podcasts (2026)

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S23 Ep25: How Disney Completely Destroyed Snow White 15:38

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Snow White wasn’t just a flop, it was a masterclass in how to alienate everyone. 😬 Creative confusion, tone-deaf decisions, public backlash, and endless controversy turned a beloved classic into a cultural disaster. What went wrong behind the scenes Why fans turned against the project How Disney misunderstood its audience 📉 When ideology replaces s…

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S23 Ep24: Fame Was the Worst Thing That Ever Happened to Them 32:24

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A Pro's Perspective on the Portal & Lakers Lose Big (w/ Evan Turner) 37:08

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Chris Mannix & Evan Turner break down the latest on semi-pro players returning to college and get Evan's perspective as a former college athlete in the pre NIL days. We also get into why the league should get rid of it's 65 game minimum rule in order to qualify for awards, the Clippers defense doing a 180 during their current hot streak, and what i…

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S23 Ep23: How Rappers Scammed Fans, Friends, and the Industry 1:59:39

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Hip-hop has always celebrated hustling but some rappers took it way too far. 💸 From fake qa and pump-and-dump crypto Q, and share! Let’s crush that 1,000 ⭐️ goal on Spotify together! 📧 Contact: [email protected] Celebrity Gossip | Beyond The Best

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S23 Ep22: When Clout Becomes Self-Destruction 21:10

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At some point, “content” stopped being entertainment and turned into self-destruction. 😬 From humiliating stunts and fake scandals to exploiting trauma, addiction, and outrage, influencers are competing to see who can go the lowest for attention. Influencers who destroyed themselves for clout Why degeneracy is rewarded by algorithms How shock conte…

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S23 Ep21: How Ego and Burned Bridges Cost Joe Budden Everything 1:55:48

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🎙️ Once praised as a sharp critic and podcast pioneer, his reputation slowly shifted from “honest voice” to “unreliable and impossible to work with.” The key moments that damaged Joe Budden’s relationships How public beef replaced professional growth Why honesty without restraint backfires And how ego can isolate even the loudest voices 📉 Sometimes…

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What's it like to be a sports podcast producer? 40:33

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Episode 577 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Patrick Antonetti, who has produced this podcast for many years. In this podcast, Antonetti discusses what his job is; how this podcast gets produced; the challenges and opportunities of doing a podcast that is interview-based; how to edit when a host has verbal tics; the differe…

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S23 Ep20: The Hollywood Nepo Baby Charged With His Celebrity Father’s Murder 16:01

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Hollywood has seen scandals but this case crossed into unthinkable territory. ⚠️ A celebrity family, built on fame and privilege, was shattered when a nepo baby was formally charged in connection with the death of his famous father. 😬 Media narratives, public sympathy, and celebrity status quickly collapsed under the weight of legal reality. 📉 When…

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S23 Ep19: How NBA YoungBoy’s Lifestyle Hurt Everyone Around Him 14:34

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NBA YoungBoy’s rise to fame didn’t just affect his career, it left a trail of people dealing with the consequences. 😬 Relationships burned, careers stalled, loyalty tested, and chaos normalized all while the spotlight kept getting brighter. The people caught in NBA YoungBoy’s ongoing turmoil How fame amplified destructive behavior instead of stoppi…

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S23 Ep18: Rappers Who Talked Themselves Out of Fame 27:21

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Years of grinding, erased in seconds. Some rappers didn’t fall off slowly… they detonated their own careers with one clip, one comment, or one live moment. 😬 Ego, ignorance, and zero self-control did the rest. Viral moments that ended rap careers instantly Why the industry doesn’t forgive stupidity How social media amplifies self-destruction And wh…

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S23 Ep17: Wealthy People Caught Faking Struggle 17:42

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🔥 In today’s internet culture, pretending to be poor has become a brand strategy and the rich are getting caught. 😬 From influencers cosplaying “struggle life” to celebrities downplaying wealth for sympathy and relatability, the lies always crack eventually. 💸 Hidden trust funds, family money, luxury lifestyles, and leaked receipts expose how fake …

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New Anti Tanking Rules & NCAA Portal Chaos (w/ Rachel Nichols) 56:33

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols wonder if LeBron will announce his retirement during all star weekend, if the Clippers win streak is for real, who the Hawks might be able to trade Trae Young to, the league's new proposed anti tanking measures, and if the recent string of pro's returning to college could continue taking on a life of it's own Adverti…

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S23 Ep14: The Most Awkward Celebrity Interview Shutdowns 29:34

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S23 Ep15: Why I Hate Mark Zuckerberg 23:00

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Mark Zuckerberg didn’t just build Facebook, he reshaped human behavior. 📱 From algorithmic addiction to data exploitation, his platforms have prioritized engagement over mental health, profit over responsibility, and control over transparency. 😬 Apologies came late. Accountability barely came at all. Why Zuckerberg always escapes real punishment Th…

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Sports Media Predictions for 2026 42:19

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Episode 576 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Sports Business Journal media writer Austin Karp and Sports Media Watch founder and editor Jon Lewis. In this podcast, we offer our sports media predictions for 2026; why we think the World Cup will draw record numbers but not have a long-lasting impact on soccer in the United St…

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S23 Ep16: How Ricky Gervais Humiliated Celebrities on Live TV 14:41

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Ricky Gervais didn’t roast Hollywood, he exposed it. 😬 On live television, with no filter, he said what everyone else was afraid to. 🎭 Fake activism. Hypocrisy. Fragile egos. Silence from the room said everything. The jokes that hit a little too close Why celebrities looked genuinely uncomfortable How Gervais exposed performative morality And why H…

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S23 Ep12: How Young Thug Lost Control of Everything 1:00:29

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Young Thug changed rap forever, then watched his world collapse in real time. 🎤 From pushing sound, fashion, and creativity forward to becoming trapped in one of hip-hop’s most serious legal cases, his rise and fall has been shocking. How Young Thug reached the top of hip-hop The choices and associations that followed him The legal battle that froz…

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S23 Ep11: The Dark Truth Behind Pharrell’s Music Empire 15:42

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Pharrell Williams is celebrated as a creative genius but the business behind his empire tells a darker story. 💼 From industry politics to quiet power moves, Pharrell didn’t just make hits he positioned himself perfectly. 📉 Artists benefited, but not always equally. Why criticism never seems to stick to him And how branding protects certain figures …

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S23 Ep13: How Rap Money Disappears Faster Than Fame 1:59:59

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At their peak, they had mansions, supercars, jewelry worth millions and nothing left to show for it. 💰 Record deals, chart-topping hits, and endless cash flow gave these rappers the illusion that money would never stop. 😬 Bad contracts, reckless spending, lawsuits, entourages, and zero financial planning did the rest. Rappers who earned millions an…

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The Lakers Have a Luka Problem (w/ Rachel Nichols) 51:56

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Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the Lakers recent struggles, JJ Redick's harsh comments on the team, and why Luka's lack of effort on the defensive end needs to be addressed. We also discuss the chances the Mavs deal Anthony Davis after another groin injury, the Spurs winning three games against the champion Thunder, and if the Cavs can …

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S23 Ep10: How Media, Politics, and Algorithms Made America Dumber 27:25

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This didn’t happen overnight, it was engineered. Endless outrage cycles, misinformation, anti-intellectualism, and dopamine addiction have created a culture where loud opinions matter more than facts. 🧠 This isn’t an insult, it’s a warning. 📌 Love the episode? Show some love, follow, comment, and share! Let’s crush that 1,000 ⭐️ goal on Spotify tog…

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S23 Ep9: Dax vs Hip-Hop: Why He Never Fit In 13:20

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Dax wants respect but hip-hop doesn’t hand it out for effort alone. 😬 From forced motivation to corny execution, Dax has become a symbol of trying too hard without understanding the culture. 📉 Despite talent and consistency, credibility never followed. Why authenticity matters more than bars How pandering killed Dax’s reputation The difference betw…

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S23 Ep8: Neon Finally Realizes He Is a Useful Idiot 21:08

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Neon built his fame on chaos but chaos always turns on its creator. 😬 After being used for clicks, outrage, and narratives he didn’t control, the realization finally hit: he was never in charge. 📉 The internet didn’t support him it consumed him. 🧨 The internet doesn’t care who you are only what you provide. 📌 Love the episode? Show some love, follo…

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S23 Ep7: How Fake Gurus Scammed Millions Then Disappeared 19:42

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Not long ago, fake gurus were everywhere flexing rented Lamborghinis, selling “courses,” and promising overnight success. 💸 From crypto kings to dropshipping prophets, these influencers built empires on lies, hype, and desperation. 📉 Now the money is gone. The followers vanished. And many of them are facing lawsuits, bankruptcies, or total irreleva…

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S23 Ep6: Celebrities Who Embarrassed Themselves on Joe Rogan 24:44

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Joe Rogan doesn’t try to expose celebrities, he just lets them talk. With no script, no teleprompter, and no PR safety net, many celebrities end up revealing just how out of touch, uninformed, or performative they really are. 😬 From confidently wrong opinions to blatant hypocrisy, these moments go viral for a reason. Celebrities who collapsed under…

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S23 Ep5: Mukbang YouTubers: Fame, Food, and the Fallout 26:59

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🍜 Remember the golden age of Mukbang YouTubers the era of massive meals, dramatic bites, and viral personalities? So… where did they all go? This episode dives deep into the rise and sudden silence of the creators who once dominated YouTube with shocking portion sizes and addictive content. 📌 Love the episode? Show some love, follow, comment, and s…

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S23 Ep4: The Matrix Wasn’t Sci-Fi… It Was a Warning 22:13

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🟩 The Matrix was never just a sci-fi moviez it was a warning disguised as entertainment. 👁️ Long before social media addiction, algorithm control, digital identities, and artificial realities, The Matrix laid out exactly where society was heading. We didn’t lose freedom overnight, we traded it for convenience. If you thought The Matrix was just abo…

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S22 Ep30: Why Ricky Gervais Makes Actors Look Stupid 19:18

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Ricky Gervais didn’t just host award shows, he exposed Hollywood. With one microphone and zero fear, Ricky Gervais shattered the carefully crafted images of A-list actors who take themselves far too seriously. This episode breaks down the moments Ricky Gervais exposed Hollywood’s most ridiculous behavior and why those jokes hit harder than any scri…

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What's it like to negotiate billion-dollar sports deals? 46:53

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Episode 575 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Jon Miller, the President, Acquisitions & Partnership for NBC Sports. Miller previously served as President of Programming for NBC Sports and has been an executive at the company for multiple decades. In this podcast, Miller discusses what being the president of acquisitions and …

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S23 Ep3: The Internet’s Most Degenerate Influencers Exposed 37:28

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Social media didn’t just create influencers, it rewarded the worst behavior imaginable. From humiliating stunts and fake scandals to exploiting drama, trauma, and controversy, some influencers crossed every moral line just to stay relevant. 📉 What started as “content creation” quickly turned into desperation, self-destruction, and public embarrassm…

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S23 Ep1: Streamers Who Ruined Their Life For Views 25:24

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Streaming fame promises fast money and instant validation but for some creators, it came at a brutal cost. Chasing shock value, controversy, and nonstop attention pushed certain streamers past the point of no return, turning temporary clout into permanent consequences. This episode breaks down the streamers who crossed the line for views and why in…

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First Look: How NBC landed Michael Jordan as a special contributor for its NBA coverage 6:52

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Here’s a first look from our upcoming podcast with Jon Miller, the President, Acquisitions & Partnerships for NBC Sports. The full podcast will be out on December 23. In this preview clip, Miller discusses how he was able to bring in Michael Jordan as a special contributor on NBC's NBA coverage and his longtime relationship with Jordan. You can sub…

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S23 Ep2: Why Mainstream Media Lost Control Because of Joe Rogan 27:44

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Joe Rogan didn’t set out to destroy mainstream media but his podcast exposed everything they were trying to hide. How did a podcast outperform billion-dollar media networks? Why did mainstream outlets panic when they couldn’t control the conversation? And did their attacks on Rogan only accelerate their own downfall? This episode breaks down how Jo…

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S22 Ep29: Hidden Clues Inside 50 Cent’s Diddy DocumentaryDocumentary 13:45

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50 Cent didn’t just make a documentary about Diddy, he layered it with meaning, omissions, and quiet signals most people overlooked. 👀 What wasn’t said matters just as much as what was shown.📉 Certain timelines didn’t line up. Certain stories were hinted at, then quickly moved past. This episode breaks down the subtle details, missed context, and u…

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S22 Ep28: How the “6-7” Meme Went From Funny to Disturbing 25:01

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What started as a harmless internet joke quickly turned into something far more uncomfortable. 😬 The “6-7” meme exploded across social media, but beneath the humor lies a darker pattern about internet culture, obsession, and how quickly irony turns into fixation. This episode breaks down the hidden psychology behind the “6-7” meme, how it spiraled …

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S22 Ep23: Why the Metaverse Was Never About You 17:42

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The Metaverse was sold as the future of humanity but behind the hype was something far more disturbing. 🧠 Total surveillance, digital addiction, corporate control, and the monetization of human existence itself… all hidden behind cartoon avatars and buzzwords. 💸 Billions were burned. Privacy was sacrificed. And users were turned into products, not …

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Shooting the breeze with Jimmy Traina of Sports Illustrated and the SI Media Podcast 55:28

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Episode 574 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features Jimmy Traina, a writer for SI.com and the host of the SI Media with Jimmy Traina podcast. In this podcast we discuss Joe Buck and Troy Aikman establishing themselves as the best NFL broadcast team; Ian Eagle and JJ Watt's development, The Athletic's end of the year media awards; …

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S22 Ep27: Why The Game Never Got the Respect He Demanded 16:02

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The Game has the bars, the classics, and the West Coast legacy yet hip-hop never fully respected him. From name-dropping legends to chasing validation, beefing with everyone, and constantly rewriting his own narrative, The Game became his own worst enemy. This episode breaks down how one of rap’s most gifted artists sabotaged his own legacy and why…

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S22 Ep24: Netflix’s Golden Era Is Officially Over 26:45

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Netflix didn’t just dominate streaming, it created the modern streaming era… and now it may be collapsing under its own mistakes. 📉 Endless price hikes, password crackdowns, forgettable originals, canceled fan-favorite shows, and brutal competition have pushed audiences to the breaking point. 🎬 Quantity over quality replaced creative risk. Loyalty …

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Spurs Cruising w/ Wemby Back & Kawhi's Championship Legacy (w/ Evan Turner) 58:49

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Chris Mannix and Evan Turner break down how Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs stellar backcourt can lead San Antonio further into the playoffs than we originally thought. We also discuss if Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury history should make teams concerned about a possible trade, if the Clippers should blow it up as their nightmare season get's worse…

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First Look: SI's Jimmy Traina on why Joe Buck no longer gets as much hate as he once did 6:57

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Here’s a short look from our upcoming podcast with Jimmy Traina, a writer for Sports Illustrated and the host of "SI Media with Jimmy Traina." In the podcast clip, Traina discusses how ESPN's Joe Buck no longer faces the same kind of online vitriol he once did and how he and Troy Aikman are the best broadcast in the NFL. The full interview will be …