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Dan Gladman is the former Toronto Raptors producer who was known on air as Danny G. He won the Canadian Screen Award for Best Live Sports Event for producing Game 6 of the NBA Finals, the historic win for the Raptors over the Golden State Warriors. In his 20+ years as a producer in Canada and the United States, Dan has met and befriended countless athletes, media types and interesting folks from divergent walks of life. Gym Ratz & Jointz is a show that combines sharp basketball opinion and storylines with interviews about lives spent in the sport, in other sports, or in other facets of life. Dan goes deep with his special guests, provides his thoughts on current basketball news, and reminisces on segments called The Game I'll Never Forget and This Date in Toronto Raptors History, I Know, I Was There. This is a podcast about basketball and life. Subscribe and stick around.
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With the CEBL season set to tip off, DG welcomes the CBC broadcast crew of Peter Ruttgaizer and Joe Raso to preview the season and re-live the dramatic Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. How far will Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton take the Suns? The Eastern Finals between Milwaukee and Atlanta are previewed as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In a 12-hour stretch the NBA Playoffs become more dramatic than ever. Dan Gladman is joined by his University of Virginia classmate Billy Ravenell and producer Dan Wong to discuss Kevin Durant's historic performance in Game 5 against Milwaukee and Joel Embiid's meniscus injury. Then the news breaks about Chris Paul entering Covid protocol and his likely absence from the Western Conference Finals, and Kawhi Leonard's knee injury preventing him from playing Game 5 against Utah. What to make of the rapidly changing storylines of a postseason suddenly becoming unforgettable! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dan and Mark look at last night's NBA games, including Damian Lillard's incredible 55-point performance, the dominance of Durant, Harden and Irving and huge injury issues in the Suns-Lakers series. Hebsy drops knowledge on basketball's history in Toronto and talks about his favourite Canadian players of all-time - George Rautins. Not surprisingly, the guys end the show with some memories about the 2019 NBA Finals, and long for the days when they can return to venues to watch live sports, and live music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Season 2 kicks off with Dan Gladman's interview with Nav Bhatia, original Superfan of the Toronto Raptors, and now a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame. They talk about the championship season, the Damon Stoudamire years and Nav's relationship with Vince Carter and the Carter family. DG recaps last night's games in the NBA Playoffs and introduces The Game I'll Never Forget, reminiscing about the day Toronto won the Eastern Conference championship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Toronto Raptors legend and current-day broadcaster Alvin Williams joins DG, Shep and AR to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the team's first Playoff series win in 2001. Alvin reminisces on the trade from Portland, going to the Eaton Centre with Vince Carter and playing with teammates like Charles Oakley, Antonio Davis, Dell Curry and others. He candidly talks about being a Philly basketball player from Villanova, and how the similarities end there with his good friend Kyle Lowry. He discusses his career transition from basketball and early day encounters at the arena with AR and DG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
DG, AR and Shep look at the topics trending in the NBA this week, starting with injury issues that have the Brooklyn Nets back to square one. Are the injuries to Kevin Durant and James Harden cause for concern, or not? Is 1st in the East the Philadelphia 76ers best path to the NBA Finals? Is Ben Simmons a top flight superstar? The guys then look at Steph Curry's recent torrid play and wonder out loud if he's at yet another career peak. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The guys get to the heart of this week's top basketball stories, assessing how both the Denver Nuggets and the Canadian national team are affected by Jamal Murray's season-ending ACL injury. Is a compressed NBA schedule to blame? On the heels of questioning the Play-in games, Luka Doncic reminds the sport of a certain Legend of old with his miraculous game-winning three-pointer. Jevohn Shepherd and Andy Rautins - the brain trust of the CEBL's Ottawa Blackjacks - recap their first Draft and speak about their new players. Dan Gladman steps back into history with a look back at the start of the Toronto Raptors 2019 championship run. Then the three decide what direction the Raptors should go in now. @gymratzpodcast #TDITRH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The guys are joined by Amy Audibert to break down Baylor's national championship. The conversation veers into Final Four and March Madness, with the legendary Jalen Suggs winning shot against UCLA put into historical context. A memorable women's Tournament is discussed. Was Stanford the best team? In NBA banter, Jevohn Shepherd excoriates Paul Pierce's Instagram behaviour, Andy Rautins dismisses the New York Knicks' narrow loss to the Brooklyn Nets, and Dan Gladman goes back in Toronto Raptors history. #TDITRH @gymratzpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Michigan gets beat in the Elite Eight and Shep mourns the team's exit from March Madness. Andy assesses Gonzaga's chances of finishing the Tournament and the season undefeated. With Paige Bueckers emerging as UConn's latest superstar, the guys reflect on the intellectual and fundamental nature of the women's game. The NBA chat highlights what Noman Powell meant to the Toronto Raptors, and if his presence on the Portland Trail Blazers roster can help lead them to the NBA Finals. DG remembers an epic April Fool's Day game in Toronto. It's jam-packed basketball discussion heading into Final Four Weekend. @gymratzpodcast #TDITRH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dan Gladman, Andy Rautins and Jevohn Shepherd break down the first six games of the unforgettable Raptors-Celtics series, then look ahead to Game 7. They discuss the will and skill of Kyle Lowry and Boston's crunch-time miscues. Then they consider Giannis Antetokounmpo's future and react to Stephen A. Smith's reaction to the Steve Nash head coaching hire in Brooklyn. And what would March Madness look like if all 350 NCAA Division 1 teams are included? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andy, Shep and DG were recording a podcast and looking ahead to the Eastern Conference semifinal between the Boston Celtics and Toronto Raptors. Celtics assistant coach Scott Morrison joined them for some chat about his team and life as a Canadian coach in the NBA. But as the conversation continued, some news dropped - the Milwaukee Bucks would protest the police shooting of Jacob Blake, and not play their scheduled game against the Orlando Magic. The guys offer their first, genuine and emotional responses to a day the NBA won't soon forget. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leo Rautins is synonymous with basketball in Canada. A first round draft pick in the NBA in the '80s, a former player and coach on the national team, and a legendary broadcaster, Leo has left an indelible imprint on the lives of his son Andy Rautins, his former player Jevohn Shepherd, and on Dan Gladman, his colleague for more than 20 years. This national treasure sits down for an hour with the Gym Ratz & Jointz trio to discuss the NBA Playoffs, Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Dallas Mavericks, the truth about Masai Ujiri's run-in with Oakland police, and a life in the game that can't be touched. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With the Canadian Elite Basketball Summer Series completed, Dan Gladman, Jevohn Shepherd and Andy Rautins ponder the success of the domestic league, and quiz its Commissioner Mike Morreale about the challenges of pulling it off in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as future plans for professional ball in Canada. Then, with the NBA Playoffs only hours away, the trio dives deep into some of the bigger questions, including Damian Lillard's awesome offensive arsenal, the young Suns emergence, how good can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander be and the beast of the East - the Toronto Raptors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The NBA bubble and the Canadian Elite Basketball League are one week in. Dan Gladman, Jevohn Shepherd and Andy Rautins get into the topics that have highlighted both North American leagues as the world looks on in wonder. Should other sports take notice of their safety measures? Why are injuries piling up to stars in the NBA? Gregg Popovich's memorable comments about Black Lives Matter. Why are the experts underrating the Raptors again? Who's got the West? Could Xavier Moon play in the NBA? And what would the fellas choose as their team's intro music? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Fellas hit their first Pod and introduce themselves...Hosted by Andy Rautins, Jevohn Shepherd, Dan GladmanVO Talent - Jeff ColeProduced by Dan WongNBA - the bubble - - Social messaging on players jerseysWhat are your picks? - Eastern ConferenceWho will play in Olympic Qualifier next year?NBA player involvement on national team - Nick Nurse influenceWill Canada ever emerge? How can Canada get better? Is there a program to model after? CEBL - How do you like Elam Ending?TSN and Sportsnet call out by commissioner Mike Morreale - was he right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After 40 episodes of Season 1, Jevohn Shepherd and Andy Rautins say their goodbyes to Dan Gladman and producer Dan Wong in the Break Up episode. The podcast originally started in Wonger's living room, moved to Eggplant Studios, and then to Zoom calls and covered the NBA Bubble, the recent regular season and the rise of Canadian basketball. Today, the guys talk about the Play-In format and preview the Eastern Conference Playoffs. Thank you to Shep and AR, you will be missed. Season 2 starts fresh next week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After an unforgettable opening two rounds of March Madness, Shep and AR - friends, brothers, teammates, front office colleagues - face the possibility of their former schools being on track to meet in the NCAA Final. Can the trash talking begin now? Or will Gonzaga and Baylor ruin that party? In the NBA the trade deadline is looming. Are Kyle Lowry and Norman Powell on the move? Then the guys dig into the rare controversy in the Toronto Raptors organization. Pascal Siakam and Nick Nurse aren't getting along. Can the relationship be salvaged? DG chimes in with a special This Date in Toronto Raptors History, I Know, I Was There featuring Michael Jordan. Action-packed basketball chit chat from beginning to end. #TDITRTH @gymratzpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The boyz unleash their Final Four picks but will they pick their alma maters to go all the way? Jevohn and Andy reminisce about their times playing in the NCAA Tournament, and going up against a college basketball legend named Blake Griffin. The NBA talk contains thoughts about the state of the Celtics after their home loss to the Jazz, Dame's 50-and-10 piece and the trade rumours about Norman Powell and the Raptors. Don't miss DG's This Date in Toronto Raptors History, I Know, I Was There, especially if you are a fan of Bismack Biyombo. All ball, all joints. @gymratzpodcast #TDITRH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Shep, AR and DG reform to discuss a compendium of the week's top basketball topics. Shep summarizes Raptors 905's season - on the court and in the broadcast booth. AR sees the Phoenix Suns rising to the top of the class. DG bemoans his Virginia Cavaliers dropping out of the ACC Tournament, and the Big Dance, due to a positive Covid test. Oh the highs and lows. UVA just used a buzzer beater to edge a spunky Syracuse team. The trio also discuss NBA player movement prior to the Trade Deadline. LaMarcus Aldridge and PJ Tucker are up for grabs, but is Kyle Lowry? And don't miss a special edition of This Date in Toronto Raptors History, I Know I was There, as DG remembers Donyell Marshall's three-point barrage 15 years ago. #TDITRH @gymratzpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
DG and AR welcome Canadian scout Wes Brown and talk about seven Canadian prospects worth keeping an eye on as March Madness gets closer. Is this the year Gonzaga finally wins the Tournament? The guys then discuss Embiid's MVP performance in the win over Utah, James Harden's first visit back to Houston, and the Raptors' campaign being derailed by a coronavirus outbreak. Andy and Wes then go head-to-head in comparing the top two picks in last year's Draft - Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball. It's a juicy episode of basketball knowledge with an international flavour of This Date in Toronto Raptors History, I Know, I Was There. #TDITRH @gymratzpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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