Where the A list come to discuss the NBA with host John Weatherspoon
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Every drummer encounters a unique chain of influences that shape the way they approach the instrument. Join me, Ben Hilzinger, as I chat with my favorite players to dissect the TOP 5 records that helped make them who they are today...on and off the kit. For more info, check out www.bigfatsnaredrum.com or find us on Instagram @bigfatsnaredrum. Cheers!
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St Joseph’s University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Billy Lange joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Jost Nickel (Jan Delay & Disko No. 1) Shares His Top 5 Influential Records
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Our guest today is none other than Jost Nickel, a renowned German drummer, composer, and educator. Jost is part of the golden generation of drummers from Germany, alongside his friends and fellow drumming legends Anika Nilles, Marco Minnemann, and Benny Greb. Currently, Jost keeps busy with Jan Delay and Disko No. 1, but his talent has graced many …
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Penn State University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Mike Rhoades joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Nick Wilkerson (formerly of White Reaper) Shares His Top 5 Influential Records
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This week's guest is Nick Wilkerson. For the past decade, Nick has been the drummer for the critically acclaimed Louisville, KY rock band, White Reaper. Recently, he decided to embark on a solo journey as an independent artist, and I’m eager to see what he creates next. I always invite drummers on this show who truly move me with their playing. I d…
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University of Tulsa Head Men’s Basketball Coach Eric Konkol joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Legendary Sportswriter Bob Ryan returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Isaiah Weatherspoon's Top 5 Influential Records
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This week's guest is Isaiah Weatherspoon, a Philadelphia-based drummer who started playing at the age of four. He went on to graduate from Berklee College of Music in 2019 with a Bachelor's degree in Music Production and Engineering. Over the years, Isaiah has performed with an impressive roster of artists, including Lizz Wright, Greg Phillinganes,…
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Eric Somers-Urrea's Top 5 Influential Records
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This week’s guest is Eric Somers-Urrea…a Chicago-based drummer, educator and producer who I very-much admire both on and off the kit. His main project is a band called Marina City and his sincerity / kindness as a person matches his incredible prowess on the drums. I just can’t say enough good things about him. This is a edited and re-airing of my …
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Legendary Rapper, Songwriter, Actor, Film Producer, Big3 CEO/Co Founder Ice Cube returned to the NBA Panel for its 500th episode!By John Weatherspoon
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Megan Spencer's Top 5 Influential Records
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This week's guest is Megan Spencer, a talented young drummer and educator from just outside Los Angeles. Megan recently caught my attention with her amazing cover of Marques Murrey's Million Dollar Baby remix, and I was instantly drawn to her unique tones and vibe. So, I’m excited to have her on the show! I'm always grateful for the opportunity to …
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Chris Fryar's (Zac Brown Band) Top 5 Influences
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This week's guest is Chris Fryar, primarily known for his work with the Zac Brown Band. He has also worked with Oteil and the Peacemakers, led by bassist Oteil Burbridge of the Allman Brothers Band, as well as with Victor Wooten, John Popper, Steve Bailey, and many more. Chris is powerful, creative, and consistent, yet very reactive and conversatio…
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Big Ten Network Analyst/NCAACorrespondent Andy Katz joined the NBAPanel!By John Weatherspoon
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This week’s guest is Mark Guiliana, a visionary drummer and solo artist known for his eclectic style that blends jazz, electronic, and experimental music. He’s worked with artists like David Bowie, Brad Mehldau, St. Vincent, and has his own projects such as the Mark Guiliana Jazz Quartet and Beat Music. Mark continuously pushes the boundaries of rh…
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Denver Nuggets Play by Play Announcer Chris Marlowe returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Porter Bliquez' (@415porter) Top 5 Influential Records
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This week’s guest is Porter Bliquez, a young American drum prodigy from San Francisco. Despite his age, Porter has already recorded and performed with award-winning producers and musicians associated with Kevin Gates, Olivia Rodrigo, Haan, Andy Prado Jr., and more. While still attending USC, Porter manages to carve out time to make a significant im…
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Howard University Head Men’s Basketball Coach Kenneth Blakeney returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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University of Davidson Men’s Head Basketball Coach Matt McKillop joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Wiktoria Bialic's (@wiktoria_drums / Allison Russell / Ralph Kaminski) Top 5 Influential Records
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This week's guest is Wiktoria Bialic. Wiktoria has been nominated for four Grammy awards for her recordings on Allison Russell's album, "The Returner." She has also recorded drums for Grammy-winning musicians like Ondre J. Pavic, Alex Marley, Maati Baani, Ralph Kaminski, SARSA, and various other artists and producers from Britain, India, Scotland, …
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Duquesne University Head Men's Basketball Coach Dru Joyce joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Brandon Combs' (Leon Bridges / Joy Oladakun / John Legend) Top 5-ish Influential Records
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This week’s guest is Brandon Combs. Brandon is a drummer, programmer, and producer hailing from Lansing, Michigan. Brandon obtained his Bachelor of Music degree in Popular Music Studies from the University of Southern California in 2015 and is currently based in Nashville, Tennessee. He’s worked with so many amazing artists, including Grammy Award-…
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USA Basketball Special Advisor Craig Miller returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Myles Sargent's (The Japanese House) Top 5 Influential Records
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This week’s guest is Myles Sargent. Myles is a drummer, musical director and playback engineer based in Brighton, UK. Throughout his career, he's collaborated with an array of artists and bands, including The Japanese House, Justin Jesso, Calum Scott, Thomas Headon, Gabriels, Cavetown, Mae Stephens, Gang of Youths and MANY more. He’s quickly become…
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Steve Durham's (Louis Tomlinson / Drummer / Musical Director) Top 5 Influential Records
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This week's guest is Steve Durham. Steve is a Drummer, Musical Director and Producer from London, UK. He began playing drums at 8 years old and was out on the road by the time he was 14. Since then he's worked with Louis Tomlinson (One Direction), Dermot Kennedy, Wolf Alice, Foals, Holly Humberstone, Aurora, Declan Mckenna, Marina and the Diamonds …
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USA Basketball CEO Jim Tooley joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Atlanta Hawks Television Play by Play Announcer Bob Rathbun returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Gunnar Olsen's (Puscifer / Bruce Springsteen / Mother Feather) Top 5 Influential Records
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This week's guest is Gunnar Olsen. Gunnar's been on the show a lot recently with "save it for the pod" segments. But I noticed his Big Fat Five episode is almost 4 years old, which is a shame. Recently, I went to the Hollywood Bowl with my friends Mike Robinson and Neal Daniels, both show alumni, to see Gunnar play with Puscifer on the Sessanta tou…
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Legendary Sportscaster Neil Everett returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Earl Talbot's (Drummer, Composer, Producer, and Educator) Top 5 Influential Records
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This week's guest is Earl Talbot. Earl is a renowned Drummer, Composer, Producer, and Music Instructor. He wrote and produced over 90 songs broadcast regularly on the Oprah Winfrey Show. His career includes performances with house music legends Derick Carter and Mark Farina, as well as touring and recording with Master Griots Dialy Mady Cissoko, Ch…
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NBA Veteran Denzel Valentine returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Fox Sports Radio program director Sean Brace Joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Maxwell Flanders' (Luke Hemmings / Lizzy McAlpine) Top 5 Influential Records
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This week, our guest is Maxwell Flanders, a close friend of mine and pseudo-neighbor based in Los Angeles, California. He's a highly sought-after touring and session drummer who recently wrapped up touring with Lizzie McAlpine and is now preparing for a world tour with Luke Hemmings. I've admired Max's drumming for a long time; he plays with such c…
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Untouchable Creative Founding Partner, Producer, and Filmmaker Eric Newman returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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NBC LA Writer & Reporter Michael Duarte returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Steve Jocz's (Sum 41, The Vandals) Top 5 Influential Records
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This week’s guest is Steve Jocz, also known as Stevo 32. Steve is a Canadian musician best known as the original drummer of the punk rock band Sum 41. Steve co-founded Sum 41 in 1996 with Deryck Whibley and played a significant role in the band's early success, contributing to their distinctive punk rock sound. He remained with Sum 41 until 2013, s…
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Legendary Sportscaster Neil Hartman joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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This week's guest is JohnnyBgood. I've been following his Instagram account for a while now and I'm really impressed by his nostalgic, retro-futuristic synth sounds and vintage video game vibe. Paired with a clean, opaque colored-infused aesthetic, it's beautiful in its minimalist approach. He's committed to his branding so strongly that he chooses…
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Nick Adams' (Aly & Aj / Take That) Top 5 Influential Records
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This week’s guest is Nick Adams … a Los Angeles-based touring and recording drummer whose passion for music and live performance has led him to work with an array of well-known artists such as Rivers Cuomo,Noah Cyrus, Fifth Harmony, Aly & Aj, Liz Phair, and Take That among others. I am obsessed with his Instagram; he gets such amazing sounds and is…
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National Emmy Award Winning SeniorAssociate Director/Producer at NBA TV, Tru TV and TNT Sports Arthur Hamilton joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Dissecting the Drumming of Phil Selway (Radiohead)
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This week’s topic on our "Save It For the Pod" segment with Mr. Gunnar Olsen is the timeless and seemingly underrated drummer of Radiohead, Phil Selway. Gunnar and I each choose our top 5 Phil beats and go a dissectin’! GUNNAR'S CHOICES: - Track - Morning Bell (Live in Oxford) Album - I Might Be Wrong Release Year - 2001 - Track - There, There Albu…
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Sports journalist, Author, and Cultural Critic Robert “Scoop” Jackson returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Russell Holzman's (Caroline Polachek, @starpowerdrummer) Top 5 Influential Recordings
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This week's guest is drummer and producer Russel Holzman (@starpowerdrummer). Russell received his education in Jazz and Classical music at the New England Conservatory. Currently, he tours with artists such as Caroline Polachek and, known for his captivating drumming videos, Russell has garnered a substantial following on social media. Based in NY…
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SportsNet New York (SNY) New York Knicks/Brooklyn Nets Reporter, NBA Insider Ian Begley Joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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NBA Skills trainer Ben Bellucci returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Legendary Sports Reporter, Basketball Analyst, and Philadelphia 76ers Insider Dei Lynam returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Where's the beat?! (can you find the ONE in these 10 songs?)
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Back in the day, Gunnar Olsen and I launched a segment for this show named 'Save It For the Pod!' without much of a plan beyond discussing random topics in a back-and-forth, list-style format. We managed to produce just three episodes before life got in the way. However, I'm considering bringing it back as an enjoyable addition to this podcast feed…
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ESPN, MSG Networks, and New York Knicks Basketball Analyst Monica McNutt returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Dave Elitch - Top 5 Things You're NOT Doing That Are Hurting You & Your Drumming
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Today, we have a very special guest, Dave Elitch, here to talk about his new online course titled "Staying Out of Your Own Way." Dave believes that musicians should approach their craft with the mindset of athletes, and he's created this new course because he sees a significant need for it in the community. Until now, such a resource simply didn't …
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WNBA Legend, 2X Olympic Medalist Nancy Lieberman returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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University of Weber State Head Men’s Basketball Coach Eric Duft joined the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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Denver Nuggets Play by Play Announcer Chris Marlowe returned to the NBA Panel!By John Weatherspoon
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