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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 the present, and looks to the future of the game.#nba #WNBA
Hosts: Matt Thomas, Justin Goodrum and Allan Muenzler
Contact: Hoopsologypod@gmail.com
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In this exclusive podcast episode, we dive into the journey of NBA rising star Victor Wembanyama with author Yann Ohnona, who shares insights from his biography, "Wembanyama: The Story of Wemby's Meteoric Rise from Those Who Knew Him Best." Ohnona discusses Wemby's formative years, unique hobbies, and how he captured the attention of international scouts, leading to his selection as the #1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. We also analyze Wembanyama's impressive rookie season and explore his potential to become one of the league's top players.
Hoopsology is presented by Ballislife.
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Even though the Boston Celtics won the NBA title, fans may be shocked to know that the Celtics are still fighting for the spotlight in their home city. In this edition of Hoopsology, Matt and Justin welcome sports and sports media columnist for the Boston Globe, Chad Finn. Chad is the editor of The Boston Globe: Story of the Celtics," which is available at your local bookstore on October 22nd. The book compiles the top stories the Boston Globe has written about the Boston Celtics. We chat with Chad about the creative process, putting together the rich history of one of sports greatest franchises, the importance of the Boston Globe, and more.
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In this edition of Hoopsology, we welcome radio play-by-play broadcaster for the Indiana Pacers Mark Boyle. Mark provides great insight into how the sport of basketball has changed since he's covered the Pacers, his broadcasting methods, and a lot more.
Get in touch with the show through Facebook and Twitter, leave us a review on iTunes and email us at hoopsologypod@gmail.com. We are a member of the OTG Basketball Network.
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In this edition of Hoopsology, we have the pleasure in welcoming Dallas Mavericks Radio Play-by-Play announcer Chuck Cooperstein. Chuck shares his insight into his history with the New York Basketball scene. He shares his journey becoming the radio voice of the Mavericks, his favorite moments, what Luka needs to improve upon to take the next steps in his career and a lot more.
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In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt welcome the public address announcer for the Houston Rockets, Jonathan Sanford. Jonathan brings his insight into his journey to become the in-house voice of the Rockets. This is an awesome chat as Jonathan shares stories and previews what the future is in store for Houston this season.
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We had a blast talking hoops with Blain Crain of "Crain and Company"!
In this episode we discussed the state of the modern-day NBA, KD, player empowerment pros and cons, and what will ultimately direct the NBA's focus, and a lot more.
Get in touch with the show through Facebook and Twitter, leave us a review on iTunes and email us at hoopsologypod@gmail.com. We are a member of the OTG Basketball Network.
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In this edition of Hoopsology, we welcome the play-by-play commentator for the Atlanta Hawks and the Basketball Tournament and he is the Host of the “A Trophy Life” podcast, Bob Rathbun.
You don't want to miss this chat as Bob gives his is favorite basketball memories, his thoughts on commenting on The Basketball Tournament, stories from his historic broadcasting career, and more.
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In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt welcome Kory Waldron, host of the Full Access Pacers Podcast and the Outcast Podcast on the OTG Network. Kory beings his insight into how the Pacers' offseason has been so far. We tackle hot topics such as Deandre Ayton, Pacers rookie Bennedict Mathurin and more.
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In this edition of Hoopsology, Matt and Justin welcome public address announcer for the Miami Heat, Michael Baiamonte onto the show. Michael details how he became the voice of the Heat and what it's like working for Pat Riley. He also discusses what it has been like being in the building for some of the highs and low of the teams history.
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In this edition of Hoopsology we welcome, sports reporter for FOX 13 News Utah out of Salt Lake City Andrea Urban.
Andrea brings her analysis and expertise to the recent news of Quin Snyder resigning from his coaching position from the Utah Jazz. This is a must-listen episode for any Utah Jazz fan as she explains what the future holds for the franchise.
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In this edition of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt welcome the New York Post and SNY TV Sports Anchor Dexter Henry. This is a fun chat and we get Dexter's insight on the New York Knicks, the Brooklyn Nets, and his predictions on how the rest of the playoffs will unfold.
Get in touch with the show through Facebook and Twitter, leave us a review on iTunes and email us at hoopsologypod@gmail.com. We are a member of the OTG Basketball Network.
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In this edition of Hoopsology, Jim Lampley joins Matt and Justin to discuss the creative process of his new book, It Happened! A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television. Lampley also talks about the effect of social media and technology on sports journalism, greatness in sports, and his favorite basketball memories.
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In this episode of Hoopsology, Cleveland Cavaliers radio play-by-play announcer Tim Alcorn joins Matt, Allan, and Justin to talk all things Cavs, NBA broadcasting, and his favorite basketball memories! 🎙️🏀
We dive deep into Tim’s journey into sports broadcasting, what makes NBA radio play-by-play special, and how he brings the excitement of Cavs basketball to fans every night. Plus, we break down the Cleveland Cavaliers’ dominant season, their rise in the Eastern Conference, and whether they can compete with the NBA’s elite in the playoffs.
With stars like Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen leading the way, how far can this Cavs squad go? Can Cleveland make a deep playoff run in the East? Tim shares exclusive insights on the team’s success, chemistry, and what makes this season special.
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In this exclusive Hoopsology interview, Justin and Matt sit down with Washington Wizards radio play-by-play announcer Dave Johnson to discuss why the Wizards’ future is brighter than it seems, despite their current record. Dave shares insider analysis on the team’s rebuilding process, young talent, and what fans should be excited about moving forward.
We also dive into the art of calling NBA games on the radio vs. TV, how storytelling and vivid descriptions bring the game to life for listeners, and Dave’s most unforgettable moments from his decades-long career. Plus, he takes us behind the scenes of calling Michael Jordan’s final games in the NBA.
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Get an exclusive inside look at Court of Gold, Netflix’s highly anticipated documentary on the Olympic Basketball Tournament in Paris! 🎬🏀 Director Jake Rogal joins Hoopsology to break down the fierce international competition featuring superstars like LeBron James, Nikola Jokić, Kevin Durant, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama, and more!
From Team USA’s quest for gold to powerhouse squads like Serbia, Canada, and France battling for the top spot, this episode dives deep into the biggest storylines of Olympic basketball. How will LeBron and KD lead Team USA? Can Jokic and Serbia shock the world? Will Wemby dominate on his home soil? Rogal shares exclusive behind-the-scenes insights from filming the top contenders as they prepare for Paris 2024!
If you're an NBA fan, Olympic basketball enthusiast, Lakers fan, Mavs fan, or just love hoops, this episode is a must-watch! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more NBA, FIBA, and Olympic basketball content from Hoopsology! 🚨🏀 #NBA #Olympics #LeBron #Jokic #Wemby #FIBA #Basketball #Paris2024
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From LeBron James and the Lakers’ championship hopes to Joel Embiid’s MVP chase and Victor Wembanyama’s rise to superstardom, hosts Matt, Allan, and Justin dive into the hottest topics including the Face of the NBA debate, breaking down whether superstars should embrace the spotlight, Anthony Edwards’ viral comments, and if an international player can truly be the face of the league. Plus, we react to the recent major season ending injuries to Wemby, Embiid, and Kyrie Irving, and the hosts discuss if the chemistry between Luka Dončić and LeBron James can lead the Lakers to an NBA title.
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In this episode of Hoopsology, host Justin Goodrum sits down with Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever insider Scott Agness (@FieldhouseFiles) to break down the latest buzz surrounding both franchises.
🏀 Can the Indiana Pacers build on last season’s success and make a deep playoff run? We dive into the team’s strengths, potential weaknesses, and what needs to happen for them to become a serious contender in the Eastern Conference.
🔥 Caitlin Clark’s game-changing impact! As the Indiana Fever prepare for an exciting season, we discuss how Clark’s presence is reshaping women’s basketball, why she’s one of the most influential athletes today, and how the Fever reloaded their roster during the offseason.
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Recording took place in mid-February after the All-Star Break
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In this episode, we welcome Sam Gordon, sports journalist for the San Francisco Chronicle, to dive into the Golden State Warriors’ second-half outlook for the NBA season. Can Steph Curry and the squad make a deep playoff push? What adjustments do they need to stay competitive in the loaded Western Conference?
We also recap the NBA All-Star Weekend in San Francisco, breaking down the top moments, standout performances, and what the event meant for the Bay Area.
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In this episode, we welcome tech guru Brian Tong to break down his experience at the NBA All-Star Game in San Francisco. We dive into his one-year review of the Apple Vision Pro, exploring how this cutting-edge tech has evolved and its impact on sports and entertainment. Plus, we discuss why the Intuit Dome is redefining the NBA fan experience with its state-of-the-art design and innovations.
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Ever wonder about the origin story of the Harlem Globetrotters? On this episode of Hoopsology, Justin and Matt chat with brothers Mark and Matthew Jacob about their book Globetrotter: How Abe Saperstein Shook Up the World of Sports. Mark and Matthew explain why Abe was one of the first disruptors in sports and how Abe's vision led to the Globetrotters becoming one of the legendary acts in sports and entertainment.
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