On this episode we discuss NBC's announcement of Michael Jordan becoming a Special Contributor for next seasons NBA coverage (2:30), Portland Trailblazers for sale (21:25), NBA playoff update (38:18) and more!

Episode 295:  "Next Generation Surfacing..."

On this episode DeVon discusses topics surrounding the WNBA opening weekend  (4:50), New York Times article about Stephen A. Smith wanting to be Joe Rogan? (32:50) and briefly the NBA Playoffs

Episode 296: "Just Be Happy"

On this episode Dr. Courtney M. Cox joins to discuss her journey from journalist to professor and now author (5:30). We also discuss a wide range of women's basketball topics covered in her newly published book "Double Crossover: Gender, Politics, and Performance in Basketball" (15:13). 

Episode 297: "Double Crossover" Featuring Dr. Courtney M. Cox

On this episode David Pouncey Sr. joins to reflect on the life of his cousin Sylvester Stewart affectionately known as Sly Stone (3:50). Then DeVon and Spencer discuss the NBA Finals (27:50) and the new NBA All-Star format Team World Vs. Team USA (56:41) and more!

Episode 298: "Everyday People" Featuring David Pouncey Sr.

On this Juneteenth episode DeVon recaps his black rodeo weekend experience in Portland (3:10). We also discuss Glorilla winning a gospel BET award and what that means for black music (16:40) and the latest in the NBA Finals (48:10).

Episode 299: "Unapologetically Black"

On this episode we open up discussing our trip up to Seattle last week. We go on to discuss WNBA expansion to Philly, Detroit and Cleveland (26:04), Portland's WNBA team parts ways with Team President and what it could mean (29:52), the current NBA offseason transaction cycle (42:56). Spencer also shares his thoughts on the "Big Beautiful Bill" (58:40).

P.S. we recorded this episode prior to the reporting of Jalen Williams max rookie extension agreement

Episode 301: "Big Bad Bill"

On this episode DeVon recaps the opportunity to DJ during D.O.L.L.A. weekend in Palm Springs, CA (5:35). The guys then go on to discuss their thoughts around the official announcement of the Portland Fire (16:21), recap recent music releases including albums form the Clipse, Jane Handcock and more (25:50), Northwest Conference new media rights deal (42:25) and more!

Episode 302: "Malice in the Palace"

On this episode the guys discuss the return of Damian Lillard to the Portland Trail Blazers (4:58), the Stud Budz shine during WNBA All-Star weekend (32:11), WNBA players reject the latest CBA offer from the league (40:58), the passing of Malcolm Jamal Warner and Ozzy Osbourne (101:28) and lastly we acknowledge the New York Times article about the success of the Joe Budden Podcast and the Joe Budden network as an independent black media entity (1:07:45)

Episode 303: "Pay Us What You Owe Us"

On this episode we reflect on the passing of Hollywood Hulk Hogan (21:42), celebrate the achievement of C.C. Sabathia being officially inducted into the Hall of Fame (43:47). We then rapid fire through topics such as Coach Prime being cured from cancer, Shannon Sharpe being let go by ESPN and Gilbert Arenas gets arrested.

Episode 304: "Follow The Art"

On this episode we reflect on the passing of Hulk Hogan (21:42), we celebrate C.C. Sabathia officially being inducted into the Hall of Fame (43:47) and we rapid fire through topics such as Coach Prime being cured of cancer, Shannon Sharpe not returning to ESPN, Gilbert Arenas gets arrested and more!

On the Wake up and Win podcast we focus on the intersectionality of sports, politics and culture.  Our goal in every episode is to give our listeners a formula to go out and win.

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