Best Nate Mcmillan Podcasts (2024)

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Iconic Sonics with Puck and Coach Karl 48:09

3d ago48:09

48:09

Longtime Seattle media guy, Jason Puckett, hosts Iconic Sonics for the first time. He's joined by former Sonic Coach and Hall of Famer, George Karl. Puck and Coach discuss the passing of Sonics legend, Bob Kloppenburg, George's recent trip to OKC and the start of the NBA playoffs. They also talk about young hoops stars including SGA, Chet, Maxey, A…

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Iconic Sonics News with Chris Daniels and David Rumsey, Front Office Sports 34:17

17d ago34:17

34:17

The NBA's new media rights deal is reportedly the final step before the League potentially expands. Guest Hosts Chris Daniels and David Rumsey from Front Office Sports discuss the League's upcoming rights deal, including the dollar figures, timeline and Amazon's potential involvement.Chris and David also talk about the pending League expansion. The…

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Iconic Sonics City Edition with Nate McMillan 55:08

1M ago55:08

55:08

Nate McMillan, AKA Mr. Sonic or Mac10, joins the Show for a second time and a first time as part of our special series, Iconic Sonics City Edition. Nate sat down with Omari Salisbury in the Black Media Matters studio during a recent visit to Seattle. They talk here about Nate's connection to the Emerald City, some of his closest relationships in Se…

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Iconic Sonics News with Chris Daniels and Brian Robinson 36:58

2M ago36:58

36:58

Things are warming up regarding the Sonics anticipated return and Guest Hosts Brian Robinson and KOMO's Chris Daniels kick off the season with an episode of our new series, Iconic Sonic News. Brian and Chris discuss relevant NBA expansion topics, including recent Sonics mentions from Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell. Iconic Sonic Executive Producer Bret…

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Gary Payton 25:23

10M ago25:23

25:23

Gary Payton makes a return appearance on Iconic Sonics for the Season Finale. The Glove discusses his active coaching career, his love and connection to Seattle and Oakland, his new partnership with George Karl and Truth+Media and more. Thanks to all our Season 4 partners and partners on this episode starting with our Title Partner, Rise Above, and…

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Luke Ridnour 46:47

10M ago46:47

46:47

Blaine native, Pacific Northwest legend and former Sonic Luke Ridnour joins the Show to reconnect with Mike Gastineau. Luke and Mike talk about former Sonic teammates including Ray Allen, Jeff Green, Rashard Lewis, Nick Collison, Vladimir Radmanovic and his former NBA coaches including Nate McMillian, Scott Skiles and Rick Adelman. They also discus…

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Vin Baker 43:24

11M ago43:24

43:24

Former Sonic, Vin Baker, joins the Show to talk about his time in Seattle and what he's up to now in Milwaukee. Recorded with Vin in Greece, who is working out this summer with the Antetokounmpo brothers, Baker discusses his experience as a Sonic and his relationships with guys including Gary Payton and Michael Jordan. He also talks candidly about …

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Jeff Green 47:32

12M ago47:32

47:32

We're joined in this Episode by Jeff Green, one of two active NBA players who formerly played for the Seattle SuperSonics. Uncle Jeff joins us on the eve of the NBA Western Conference Finals to discuss his career, his time in Seattle, Kevin Durant and what he's looking forward to in the weeks and years ahead. This Episode is presented by Rise Above…

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LIVE episode with Lenny Wilkens, Spencer Hawes, Sandy Gregory and Mike Gastineau from the Edgewater Hotel 42:01

1y ago42:01

42:01

Recorded live at the Edgewater Hotel a few weeks back, we're joined here by icons Lenny Wilkens, Spencer Hawes, Sandy Gregory and Show Host, Mike Gastineau. The group discusses several topics from the Seattle sports community including the Odessa Brown Children's Clinic, Rise Above, the recently created Sonics Legends Fund and more. In particular, …

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Kurt Badenhausen 38:17

1y ago38:17

38:17

Today on Iconic Sonics, we’re joined by Guest Host Chris Daniels and Guest Kurt Badenhausen, a sports valuation reporter at Sportico and former senior editor at Forbes. On the Show we dive into NBA expansion talk, how the new collective bargaining agreement will affect players and owners alike and what a $75 Billion media rights deal might look lik…

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Mateen Cleaves 49:32

1y ago49:32

49:32

The 2000 NCAA National Champ and former Sonic, Mateen Cleaves, joins the Show with Host Mike Gastineau and Guest Host Alyssa Charlston. With this year's NCAA Final Four upon us, Mateen, Mike and Alyssa walk back his championship year at Michigan State and break down the state of college hoops today. We also revisit Mateen’s time in Seattle and talk…

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LIVE episode with Alyssa Charlston, George Karl, Dale Ellis & Kenny Mayne from the Queen Anne Beer Hall 26:44

1y ago26:44

26:44

Recorded LIVE from the Queen Anne Beer Hall in Seattle, Guest Host Alyssa Charlston is joined by Hall of Fame Coach George Karl, Sonics legend Dale Ellis and broadcaster extraordinaire Kenny Mayne. The group walks down memory lane talking about the great years in Sonics history and the even greater players coming out of the Emerald City. They also …

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Samantha Holloway 26:08

1y ago26:08

26:08

Recorded from Seattle’s iconic Edgewater Hotel, Mike Gastineau and Chris Daniels sit down with the Co-Chair and Co-Owner of the NHL's Seattle Kraken, Samantha Holloway. Join us for a candid discussion as we talk with Samantha about her leadership role with the Kraken and how her Ownership group is thinking about the return of the Sonics. We also re…

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Rod Thorn 1:04:40

1y ago1:04:40

1:04:40

Whether it was as a player, a coach or an executive in the league, Rod Thorn is a name synonymous with excellence in the NBA. Drafted in May 1967 by the expansion Seattle SuperSonics from the St. Louis Hawks in the NBA expansion draft, He would go on to success in the emerald city and conclude his career as a player there. Also known as the ‘Man wh…

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Will Conroy 54:28

1y ago54:28

54:28

Will Conroy, associate Head Coach at the University of Washington and member of the Huskies staff since 2015, joins Iconic Sonics to talk with Mike Gastineau about his Seattle roots. Will remembers what it was like to be a kid during the ’96 Sonics championship run in Seattle, what growing up with an NBA team meant to him, and talks about what he a…

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Kendall Gill 42:17

1y ago42:17

42:17

Kendall Gill joins Guest Host Chris Daniels to discuss his run in Seattle with the Sonics in the mid 90s. The 15 year NBA vet also discusses his excellent college career including his first trip to Seattle for the '89 Final Four, his defensive prowess in the League and his post playing days, including boxing and broadcasts for the Chicago Bulls. In…

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BONUS Episode - Run It Back Podcast w/ Seattle's Peyton Siva 19:48

1+ y ago19:48

19:48

Check out this special short episode from our sister podcast, Run It Back, hosted by college hoops great Mateen Cleaves and Josh Barnett from 19Nine. This week we had Seattle native and 2013 NCAA Champion from the Louisville Cardinals, Peyton Siva on the show. Listen to hear what he had to say about the Emerald City, his basketball time in the PNW …

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David Aldridge 52:22

1+ y ago52:22

52:22

Hall of Fame sports journalist David Aldridge joins us for this episode of Iconic Sonics. David, Host Mike Gastineau and Guest Host Chris Daniels discuss the factors that should lead to the return of the Sonics, including the media rights deal, other sports team sales and the Collective Bargaining Agreement. They also discuss how the NBA is evaluat…

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Sam Perkins 58:32

1+ y ago58:32

58:32

Big Smooth joins host Mike Gastineau for a thoughtful, fun trip through Sam's 17 year NBA career. The two spend time discussing what he’s up to these days with the NBA, his recent visit to Seattle and memories from the Emerald City in the 90s. Sam also shares stories about his time and relationships with iconic basketball figures Michael Jordan, Ma…

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Special Interview with Mark Cuban 4:41

1+ y ago4:41

4:41

Mark Cuban, Owner of the Dallas Mavericks for 20 years, was one of two NBA owners to vote against the relocation of the Sonics to OKC in 2008. In this Special Interview with Executive Producer Brett Goldberg, Mark talks about the potential opportunity for the return of the NBA to Seattle. Iconic Sonics is Presented by Rise Above and brought to you …

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LIVE episode with George Karl and Chris Daniels from the Edgewater Hotel 46:42

1+ y ago46:42

46:42

This LIVE episode was recorded in October 2022 from the Edgewater Hotel in Seattle. Host Mike Gastineau sits down for an intimate discussion with new Hall of Fame coach, George Karl, and is then joined by new Season 4 Guest Host, Chris Daniels. George reflects on his new Hall of Fame Enshrinement as well as his current perspectives on the return of…

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LIVE episode with Detlef Schrempf and George Karl from the Queen Anne Beer Hall 21:31

1+ y ago21:31

21:31

This special LIVE episode was recorded prior to the Clippers-Blazers preseason game in October 2022. It was recorded in front of a packed crowd at the Queen Anne Beer Hall, just three blocks away from the Climate Pledge Arena. Host Mike Gastineau is joined by Coach George Karl and Seattle icon, Detlef Schrempf. The three discuss the status of NBA e…

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BONUS episode - Sports and Community Panel Live from Dicks Drive-In 31:31

2y ago31:31

31:31

In a follow up to our live show in Seattle earlier this month, we present a community focused show featuring some of our closest partners and collaborators. Saul Spady from Dicks Drive In is our host with Kimi King from Vault89, Jaci McCormack with Rise Above as well as Chairman Willie Frank of the Nisquali Tribe. This episode is brought to you by …

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LIVE episode with George Karl, Gary Payton, Shawn Kemp & Kevin Calabro 47:19

2y ago47:19

47:19

This special LIVE episode is a ‘rewatchable’ event of the Sonics Game 7 victory against the Utah Jazz during the 1996 Western Conference Finals. It's a top 3 game in Sonics basketball history and holds a special place in the hearts of all Seattle hoops fans who experienced it. Host Mike Gastineau is joined by Coach George Karl, Shawn Kemp, Gary Pay…

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Groz & Gas 56:37

2y ago56:37

56:37

Seattle radio legend Dave "The Groz" Grosby joins his old partner-in-crime Mike Gastineau on this episode of Iconic Sonics to talk about the team they love and the town they covered for nearly two decades. Here, Groz and Gas talk about the past, present and future of the Seattle Sonics and look ahead at the potential return of the team to the PNW. …

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Chris Ackerley 53:10

2y ago53:10

53:10

Seattle businessman Chris Ackerley joins the Show to talk basketball, the Sonics and the Kraken. The son of the former Sonics owner, Chris shares memories of the team in the 80s and 90s and discusses the potential return of the NBA to Seattle. This episode is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dicks Drive-In and RunFreely.…

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Olden Polynice 58:09

2y ago58:09

58:09

Mike Gastineau and Co-Host Eldridge Recasner are joined by Haitian born NBA player Olden Polynice who played center for the Seattle SuperSonics, LA Clippers, Detroit Pistons, Sacramento Kings, and Utah Jazz. On the show we discuss Olden's time playing in Seattle, the role of the "Big Man" (then and now) and how his transition to coaching has allowe…

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Marc J. Spears 58:33

2y ago58:33

58:33

Senior NBA writer for ESPN and Andscape (formerly the Undefeated), Marc Spears joins us, along with newly inducted Hall of Fame coach George Karl, for a conversation on the state of the NBA, how the media now interacts with the sport and the status of hoops in Seattle. This episode is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dicks Drive-in and the …

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Jim McIlvaine 39:49

2y ago39:49

39:49

Seven year NBA player and former Sonic Jim McIlvaine joins the Show to discuss his time in Seattle and his hoops career. A defensive specialist and standout at Marquette, Jim shares illuminating stories about his time in Seattle, including the circumstances around Shawn Kemp. This episode is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dicks Drive-in a…

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James Donaldson 46:35

2y ago46:35

46:35

Sonics legend James Donaldson is our guest as we walk through his career in the NBA, being drafted by and playing for the Sonics, the era of the "Big Man" and how he's now focused on mental health awareness and breaking it's stigma in sports. This is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dicks Drive-In and RunFreely.…

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Derrick McKey 45:00

2y ago45:00

45:00

We welcome to the show Derrick McKey who started his basketball career in small town Meridian Mississippi, played 3 years at the University of Alabama and ended up playing in the NBA for 15 years (6 with the Sonics). We also welcome our new co-host for the show, Eldridge Recasner (Iconic Sonics Ep. 33) who along with Mike Gastineau talk to Derrick …

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Detlef Schrempf 45:15

2y ago45:15

45:15

Former Sonic Detlef Schrempf (aka The Grand Teuton) joins the show to give us some insight into what it was like to play on the '96 NBA Finals team, being one of the first NCAA players from Europe, dunking in rec leagues between NBA games, and his future in Seattle basketball. This is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dicks Drive-In and RunF…

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Brad Feinberg + Saul Spady 49:50

2y ago49:50

49:50

With sports gambling now being HUGE in professional sports and becoming more and more popular every day, we invited gambling expert Bran Feinberg and marketing/creative guru Saul Spady on the show to talk about best bets, tricks of the trade and how to not lose all your money on in-game betting! This is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dick…

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Spencer Haywood 50:32

2y ago50:32

50:32

Talk about ICONIC! Spencer Haywood joins us again to talk about his years in the NBA and time playing for the Sonics. We also get into the 15th anniversary of his jersey retirement in Seattle and his lasting effect on the game of basketball, largely due to his legal case vs the NBA 50 years ago. This is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dick…

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Eldridge Recasner 48:18

2y ago48:18

48:18

Although never a Sonic, he was an NBA fixture for years and one of the great players at University of Washington. Eldridge Recasner joins the show to talk about his friend Gary Payton, playing in Taiwan with Shawn Kemp and how a cocky George Karl devised an illegal defense to guard Hakeem Olajuwon in the 90's. This is presented by Swinomish Casino …

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Hersey Hawkins 50:42

2y ago50:42

50:42

Feed the Hawk! Sonics star Hersey Hawkins joins Mike Gastineau and the Show to discuss his time in Seattle in the 90s. They recall playing with Shawn, Gary, Nate and others, the '96 playoffs and what Hersey is up to these days. Coach Karl joins a portion of the episode to share memories of his time together with Hersey. This is presented by Swinomi…

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Kenny Mayne 49:38

2y ago49:38

49:38

Broadcasting legend Kenny Mayne joins the show for a second time to dig into all things Sonics history, the new world of legal sports gambling and how an injury in college led Kenny to start an organization that is helping veterans and others walk pain-free again. This is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dicks Drive-In and RunFreely.…

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Tod Leiweke 49:09

2y ago49:09

49:09

Tod Leiweke, part-owner, president and CEO of the Seattle Kraken joins the show today to talk about the Sonics, Seattle and Sports in the PNW. Go behind the scenes with us at Climate Pledge Arena, catch up on the NHL’s hottest new team and get the inside scoop on the Sonics returning to the city. This is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dic…

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Francis Williams + Danny O'Neil 57:10

2+ y ago57:10

57:10

We welcome Francis Williams (legendary Seattle Coach) and Danny O'Neil (local Seattle writer) to the Show to talk about the 90's Sonics, Ray Allen's sharpshooting and the trade for GP, how LeBron has changed the game and what 'The Last Dance' taught us about media in the game. This is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dicks Drive-In and RunF…

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Frank Brickowski 54:20

2+ y ago54:20

54:20

Frank Brickowski joins the show today to talk his about his two stints with the Sonics, shooting Coach George Karl in the face with a paintball gun, all night gambling sessions with Michael Jordan and how he helped Seattle make it to the 1996 NBA Finals against the Chicago Bulls. This is presented by Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Dicks Drive-In and R…

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Sir Mix-a-lot + Jason Finn 53:46

2+ y ago53:46

53:46

Our friends "Mix" and Jason Finn from 'The Presidents of The United States of America' join the show today to talk about the team that was so important to them, the music that influenced and included the Sonics family, and what those golden years of the team meant to the city and the fans. They also talk about NBA expansion and what it means when t…

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David Locke 50:55

2+ y ago50:55

50:55

In this episode, Host Mike Gastineau is joined by David Locke, radio voice of the Utah Jazz and a former Seattle media broadcaster. David is also the CEO of the Locked On Network. Mike and David discuss today's NBA and where the League is headed. They also talk about NBA expansion and where the League may consider new teams. This is presented by Sw…

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Spencer Hawes + Chris Daniels 52:26

2+ y ago52:26

52:26

In the first episode of the new season, Host Mike Gastineau is joined by Seattle Hoops legend Spencer Hawes and Chris Daniels of King5 TV. The three talk about the latest developments in the pending return of the Sonics, including the recent dedication of Lenny Wilkens Way. They also discuss Seattle's new arena, Sue Bird and the Storm and more. Thi…

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Brent Barry 1:20:39

3y ago1:20:39

1:20:39

Brent Barry, AKA Bones, joins the Show for the final episode of Season 2. Brent shares great stories and memories from his five years with the Sonics as well as his '96 Slam Dunk championship and two championships with the Spurs. This is a "can't miss" discussion for any Sonics fan so check it out plus all other Show episodes at iconicsonics.com…

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Ricky Pierce 1:05:14

3y ago1:05:14

1:05:14

Ricky Pierce, Big Paper Daddy, joins the Show to discuss his time as a member of the Sonics in the early '90s. The former All-Star also talks with Gas about other highlights of his successful hoops career, memories of Seattle and his new business, Accushot22. Visit iconicsonics.com for more on this episode and accushot22.com for more on Ricky's bas…

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Vernon Maxwell 59:50

3y ago59:50

59:50

Vernon Maxwell, Mad Max, joins the Show to recall his playing days against the Sonics and joining the team in the late '90s. Vernon also talks about his championships with the Rockets, favorite memories of Seattle, Twitter wars with Utah and ambitions to get into broadcasting. Visit iconicsonics.com for more on this episode and many others.…

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Kurt Streeter (New York Times) 56:55

3y ago56:55

56:55

New York Times columnist, Kurt Streeter, joins Iconic Sonics to talk about his memories from Seattle and with the team. The long-time journalist discusses the '70s and '80s Sonics with Gas, his father playing with Elgin Baylor, Bill Russell coming to Seattle as a coach for the Sonics and more. Visit iconicsonics.com for more on this episode and oth…

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George, Coby and Trader Bob (Live at Dicks Drive-In) 1:17:02

3y ago1:17:02

1:17:02

Recorded live from Dick's Drive-In in Seattle, George Karl, Coby Karl and Trader Bob Whitsitt join this episode of Iconic Sonics. The three talk with the Gas Man about memories from George and Coby's seven years in town, Bob's imprint on the '80s and '90s Sonics and the encouraging momentum for a return of the team.…

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NBA Play-In Tournament Best Bets!

3y ago

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Phil welcomes Goonaverse Podcast host Jameyan Smith for the full hour. Listen in as they discuss the NBA play-in tournament, first-round matchups as well as predictions for Tuesday and Wednesday night play-in tournament contests plus more on the Phil Naessens Show! DOWNLOAD Listen to today’s show with the player below!…

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Xavier McDaniel 1:17:02

3y ago1:17:02

1:17:02

The X-Man joins the show to discuss his great playing career with the Sonics, including the '87 run to the Western Conference Finals. Xavier also shares stories from his time with the Knicks, his college career, movie appearances and an attempt to fight with Dennis Rodman. Visit iconicsonics.com to learn more about this episode and other great Soni…

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