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The Unpopular Podcast is a place where Jalen Hunter gives his unpopular opinions about all things sports. From basketball to cricket, If it's a sports, Jalen has an opinion about it! You can hear his passion about sports through the mic every single episode. Go check out the stunting visuals to every episode on The Unpopular Channel Youtube channel and don't forget to subscribe! New episodes every Wednesday and Saturday. Just hear him out and come take a listen!
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The astounding Rachel Nichols joins us to help discuss everything NBA. She helps Charlotte and Amin make sense of Bronny James’ performance at Summer League, and reveals what Bronny was like as a toddler. Then, Juju Gotti joins the show to help break down more NBA news. Amin thinks the Knicks break the bank on Jalen Brunson, and Charlotte, along wi…
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What do Mike Tyson, Lawrence Taylor, Darryl Strawberry and Herschel Walker have in common? They were Donald Trump's New York superstar allies in the 1980s — and they remain his time-warped avatars for Black American voters in 2024. Semafor political reporter Kadia Goba transports us from selling handbags at Trump Tower to receiving calls from these…
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Today’s word of the day is ‘dinger’ as in home run derby as in Teoscar Hernandez as in long ball as in dong shot as in Bobby Witt Jr. How did you feel about it? Did you like the new rules? (13:30) Are you ready for the All-Star Game? It’s time! Paul Skenes. 105 MPH! I’m ready! (27:00) Let’s talk about the pre-all-star-break baseball. Payroll Payrol…
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Are the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders actually what they say they are? (And are they underpaid?) Also, how does a retired NFL player coach his own children without turning into Earl Woods? Plus: a fire alarm, a milking, a moonlighting meteorologist, a hard-to-get kung-fu master and the Hug-a-Bros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice…
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Today’s word of the day is ‘scenario’ as in what a weekend as in Trump shot as in CONMEBOL madness as in Wimbledon as in MLB Draft as in so much crazy took place. Some way more disgraceful than others. Former President Donal Trump was on the campaign trail and was shot at. One spectator was killed. The lone gunman was killed. What a disgraceful tim…
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In this episode, I breakdown what we saw from Team USAs first exhibition against Canada. I also discuss Derrick White for Kawhi, Gregg Berhalter, John Cena and so much more!0:00 Team USA vs. Canada18:35 Derrick White for Kawhi?36:55 Gregg Berhalter fired47:51 Suns have highest payroll in NBA History58:28 The Unpopular Topic of the DayClick here to …
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Darth Amin and Darth Cornpuzzle are headed back to the High Republic era of the Galaxy with Leslye Headland's new series. In Episode 6, Mae and Osha experience different teaching styles after they successfully switched masters. In Episode 7, we travel back to Brendok for the long awaited supplementary flashback episode, revealing what really happen…
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Charity Lunch Link: https://www.charitybuzz.com/catalog_items/auction-pitch-lunch-with-david-samson-host-of-nothing-2990401 Today’s word of the day is ‘no-no’ as in no hitter as in Paul Skenes as in Pirates as in Brewers as in ace. Paul Skenes was pulled from a no-hitter through 7 innings yesterday. Pirates manager Derek Shelton had quite the BS to…
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JuJu Gotti joins Amin to break down what's going on in Summer League and how nothing even matters during Summer League because the NBA season is vastly different. Jack Gohlke, Cam Spencer, Bronny, Dalton Knecht, etc can look good or bad, but when the season starts, it's not the same. However, looking good goes a long way if you maintain your skills…
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Before his best friend got him mixed up in the biggest story in baseball, Shohei Ohtani was a kind of child star caught in a state of arrested development. Enter the Japanese interpreter: part live-in nanny, part spouse in a trans-Pacific shotgun marriage. Correspondent Tim Rohan takes us inside an intimate profession that's closing ranks, post-sca…
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Today’s word of the day is ‘malice’ as in Malice at Tepper’s Palace as in Copa America as in Uruguay as in Colombia. Colombia wins the semifinals match and then a HUGE brawl takes place. How does this happen? Why did this happen? (11:00) Kawhi Leonard has dropped out of Team USA. Why? Injury. Just 3 days ago he said he was healthy. He was replace b…
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Will Gunnar Henderson win the Home Run title? Can Pete Alonso reclaim his crown for the third time? Jordan and Peter break down everything you need to know about this year’s Home Run Derby. Plus, the guys analyze NBA offseason moves that can help you pick a long shot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Amin is joined by guest co-host JuJu Gotti. He's here to help us figure out whether Kawhi needed the Olympics to cement his legacy after he withdrew from Team USA. If he doesn't, does Joel Embiid? Kawhi was replaced by Derrick White, but should White's spot have gone to Finals MVP winner Jaylen Brown instead? Lebron was voted the best player on Tea…
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Today’s word of the day is ‘charged’ as in Wander Franco as in the Tampa Bay Rays. Franco’s career is over. Charged I the Dominican Republic with crimes against a minor. Horrible. Disgusting. See ya. (6:40) The Yankees just keep losing. Worst team in MLB right now. How did they fall so far? (11:33) The Dodgers injured list is All-Star caliber. It’s…
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In this episode, I answer who should start for Team USA and if there's a team that can team them. I also discuss the WNBA Allstar roster, Greece headed to Paris, Shakur Stevenson and so much more!0:00 Who starts for Team USA?17:06 WNBA Allstar Roster25:42 Top five teams after FA48:15 The Unpopular Topic of the DayClick here to Subscribe! https://ww…
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Charlotte is out today, so our favorite supercomputer, Al Gorithim, is assisting Amin. Anthony Edwards feels like the best player on Team USA. Does he have a point? Steph Curry says he'll be a Warrior for life, but Amin says it reminds him of many other great players who have said that before and still left the team. Amin explains to Al why Demar D…
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We tumble down the rabbithole of the global match-fixing scandal that’s quietly tearing apart the U.S. Olympic fencing team, ahead of their trip to Paris this month. And we investigate how it all connects to a spiraling refereeing crisis that takes us from Harvard and Princeton to the very top of the International Olympic Committee — and Vladimir P…
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Today’s word of the day is ‘disrespected’ as in Paul George as in Clippers as in 76ers as in NBA. Was Paul George right to feel that way? The NBA contracts are out of control because of the TV money. George was offered $30 million a year! That’s disrespect? (7:00) Jalen Brunson has a huge decision to make Friday. Will he sign an extension or wait? …
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Today’s word of the day is ‘19 yutes’ as in MLB as in All-Star Game as in young players as in Elly as in Skenes as in Witt. Youth takeover has come for the All-Star Game. Is this good for baseball? What about snubs? What about hosting the game but not having a bunch of players? (9:50) The Yankees are bad. Very very bad. What is happening with them?…
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In this episode, I explain why Free Agency has been particularly difficult for teams like the Lakers and Denver. I also discuss Andy Murray retiring, Buddy. Hield, Ryan Garcia and so much more!0:00 LA has struggled in Free Agency 18:53 Golden State replacing Klay 28:38 Andy Murray retiring from Tennis39:53 The Unpopular Topic of the DayClick here t…
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Amin and Charlotte begin the show with contractually obligated Lebron James family updates. Did JJ Redick mean it when he said Bronny earned his spot on the Lakers? Is DeMar DeRozan heading to Los Angeles? Also, will Ben Simmons Return To Philly, and should the fans who found Jaylen Brown's juice ring have sold it instead of giving it back? Charlot…
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Today’s word of the day is ‘family matters’ as in family as in the Winslow family as in the Lakers family as in the James family. The Lakers introduced Bronny James with JJ Redick and Rob Plink. Just some unreal quotes. (11:20) The James family isn’t the only Laker family in the news. Klay Thompson’s dad was not happy with him. Mychal Thompson want…
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Joey Chestnut is out of The Nathan's Hotdog Eating Contest.. what does this mean?! Jordan and Peter preview the annual eating competition and explain why this is actually the best possible year for underdogs! Plus, our new "Under of The Week" segment returns with some advice on where to put your money this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…
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In this episode, I discuss the impact Free Agency has already had on the league. I also talk Golden Generations, Dynasty killers, Dirk Nowitzki, Copa América and so much more!0:00 PG signs with 76ers38:45 Klay Thompson leaves for Dallas1:01:44 Denver loses KCP to Orlando1:10:41 The Unpopular Topic of the DayClick here to Subscribe! https://www.yout…
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NBA Free agency is the talk of the town. Longtime Warrior Klay Thompson is leaving Golden State after an extraordinary career there, but will look to compete for a title with the Mavericks. Free agency also got a hold of Paul George, Isaiah Hartenstein, Donovan Mitchell, and Chris Paul after their new contracts. Meanwhile, the Celtics are reportedl…
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