Spike Eskin Podcasts

Joel Embiid and PJ Tucker powered the Sixers to a win over Jokic and the Nuggets behind a great decision from Doc Rivers. We break down the win, talk about Embiid's all-star snub, fight about positions in the All-Star game, and try to solve a wedding conundrum in Greece. The Rights To Ricky Sanchez is presented by Draft Kings Sportsbook. MortgageCS…

Albums discussed are Bruce Springsteen's 'The River' (04:31) and Duffy's 'Rockferry' (33:49). To suggest an album for CLRC do any of the following: * Leave a review on Apple Podcasts with the artist and title (five stars always helps). * Use the Spotify form right underneath the podcast in your app. * Visit https://linktr.ee/thecarl The intro music…

Spike is joyous as the Sixers win their sixth straight, beating Ben Simmons and the Nets. We talk about the game, and Harden's big shots down the stretch. Everyone is saying Spike is drunk but he isn't. Then we break down Harden and M Night's new mini-movie with Doc Rivers, the unhinged Ricky Reddit, and a bunch of voicemails telling Spike he sucks…

The national media is proclaiming the Sixers title contenders as the offense and two man game hits another level. We discuss whether we agree, what the Sixers should do prior to the trade deadline, whether the sixth man role is perfect for Maxey, and our position on Nikola Jokic's prospective third straight MVP. Then we clean out the voicemails and…

Albums discussed are 'Songs Of Our Native Daughters' featuring Rhiannon Giddens, Amythyst Kiah, Leyla McCalla, and Allison Russell (08:37) and Weezer's Blue Album (30:09) To suggest an album for CLRC do any of the following: * Leave a review on Apple Podcasts with the artist and title (five stars always helps). * Use the Spotify form right undernea…

The Sixers are... hot? We talk about the Sixers winning ways, and how the Harden and Embiid two man game has evolved. We also discuss Maxey's move to the bench and Doc Rivers' lie about three starting lineups, as well as Josh Harris' desire to buy the commanders. Finally, the Q-Tip saga continues, some voicemails are angry at Doc, and we argue over…

Mike is back! James Harden's offense has been excellent since he's returned, and he saved the Sixers against Utah. We discuss Harden's offense, his defense, the Embiid/Harden two man game, whether trading Maxey can increase the Sixers title odds, Doc's obsession with Harrell and we return to the BBall Paul hoodie story. Also we've got a demand from…

Albums discussed are The Stone Roses' self-titled debut (07:37) and My Morning Jacket's 'Z' (39:32). To suggest an album for CLRC do any of the following: * Leave a review on Apple Podcasts with the artist and title (five stars always helps). * Use the Spotify form right underneath the podcast in your app. * Visit https://linktr.ee/thecarl The intr…

Kevin O'Connor is banned, he's just filling in for Mike. We talk about KOC's Jokic vote for MVP, and whether he feels bad about it. We also talk about whether we'd rather have Jokic or Embiid for one season to win a title. Then we discuss whether the Sixers are title contenders, the outrageous individual scoring in the NBA and what can be done to b…

Is Joel Embiid #6 on the MVP ladder because the media hates him or because he should be sixth? We discuss that, the loss to the Bulls, Maxey's first good game since returning, and the corpse of PJ Tucker. Then we talk with Adam about working with Shaq, Candace Parker, and Jamal Crawford on TNT, the new revelations about BBall Paul's hoodie business…

The Sixers beat the Pelicans and the Thunder, and are once again on a win streak. We note Joel Embiid's scoring dominance and still manage to complain about him. Talk about how Harden's stepback is the key to his entire game, how the Sixers can solve their rebounding issues, BBall Paul's customer service, a Shake Milton trade, and much more. The Ri…

Tobias Harris finally joined us on the Ricky, after all of our support over the years. We talk about how he changed his game to fit in, books, trade rumors, his dog, help defense, and made him feel uncomfortable by making jokes about his teammates. He was great, and we thank Tobias for coming on. After Tobias, we end the year with a Ricky mailbag. …

This was the most predictable loss ever, as the Sixers blow their chance to win nine in a row to the Wizards. We talk about the gross loss, and the performances within. Then we discuss the rumor that James Harden may want to go back to Houston, and the Knicks desire to trade for Tobias Harris (reportedly). The Rights To Ricky Sanchez is presented b…

In a very special Christmas episode of the Ricky, we discuss the Sixers stunning comeback win over the Clippers, if DeAnthony Melton should start, and if so, who should sit. Then we discuss Zach Lowe trolling Mike on his podcast, Spike's hate for Here Come The Sixers, a little bit of Sixers trade stuff, and more! If you're a listener and not a watc…

To celebrate episode #100 of the podcast, Jason Lipshutz of Billboard Magazine joins us as we all share and talk about five each of our favorite songs of 2022. You can find a playlist of all 15 songs here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7ljSkEMTAsSOyzUBz4oFR0?si=f4eb45640dc04f16 Below are each person's picks for their top 12 albums or songs of t…

Six games after Mike's 'nine in a row' challenge, the Sixers have won all six. We talk about the wins over the Pistons and the Raptors, Paul Reed's desire to come on the podcast, the rebirth of Tobias Harris, trading for Bulls or Raptors if they blow it up, and a Sixers owner's six-figure drinking room. The Rights To Ricky Sanchez is presented by D…

Albums discussed are Rihanna's 'Good Girl Gone Bad' (6:38) and Dashboard Confessional's 'The Places You Have Come To Fear The Most' (33:10). To suggest an album for CLRC do any of the following: * Leave a review on Apple Podcasts with the artist and title (five stars always helps). * Use the Spotify form right underneath the podcast in your app. * …

The Sixers have won four of Mike's requested nine straight games. We discuss the win over the Warriors, what is going right, and if Doc Rivers deserves any credit. Then we discuss the ESPN MVP straw poll that has Embiid ranked 10th, the deep dive interview that Yaron Weitzman did with James Harden, and some voicemails that are asking for Coach Mike…

Mike asked the Sixers to win nine straight, and they've won three so far. We talk about the win streak, Embiid's recent comments about fans wanting him traded, the new NBA awards, Danuel House's new rap song, and Mike's coaching triumph. Get your Abbietar Avatar for $15 here while supplies last: https://bit.ly/Abbietar Sign up for Fly The Process A…

Album discussed is Nine Inch Nails' 'The Downward Spiral' (19:35). We planned to discuss Rihanna's 'Good Girl Gone Bad' but we got sidetracked and ran out of time. That album will be discussed in next week's episode. To suggest an album for CLRC: * Leave a review on Apple Podcasts with the artist and title (five stars always helps). * Use the Spoti…

Only the 76ers can beat the LeBron-led Lakers by double digits and make us all miserable at the same time. We talk about the collapse, Embiid and Harden's performance, the delightful performance of Melton, and if Doc Rivers would have gotten fired if they lost. Then we discuss the possibility of trades, listen to some hilarious voicemails, and get …

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The Sixers have lost two straight, and we try to parse Joel Embiid's numbers versus how he appears when you watch. The Sixers were determined to be the most hated NBA team on the internet, and Adam, Dave and Eliza from The War On Drugs return to talk about A Drugcember To Remember, their benefit for Philly Public Schools, Eliza joining the band, an…

In our first ever live performance, we talk about the music we love, and Mutlu plays covers from all of the artists, including; Amy Winehouse, The Killers, Prince, Cinderella, Adam Schlesinger, and Men Without Hats. Then, Mutlu leads a sing along of the greatest sitcom themes of all time. Thank you for nearly 100 episodes of The Carl Landry Record …

The Sixers got blown out by the Cavs, and we discuss it briefly, but what can you say really? Then we talk about Harden's return, and Spike goes on an extended rant about he and Embiid finding a way to make it work together. Mike finds a way to distribute all 240 minutes to Sixers when Maxey and Harden return to keep effective Shake and Melton minu…

Shake Milton and DeAnthony Melton are thriving without Harden and Maxey. Can the Sixers find a way to optimize both players when they're fully healthy? Also, we play "Tobias or former Sixers player," and introduce a Morey vs. Howie Roseman debate. Sign up for Fly The Process Austin here: https://www.rightstorickysanchez.com/fly The Rights To Ricky …

Steven Hyden, author of The Long Road: Pearl Jam and The Soundtrack Of A Generation joins us to discuss Pearl Jam, their legacy, influence, as well as other bands from the era. You can get The Long Road wherever books are sold, read Steven's work at UPROXX and follow him on Twitter @Steven_Hyden. To suggest an album for CLRC, leave a review on Appl…

Probably the greatest win of all-time. Maybe just this year. Ben Simmons returns, the shorthanded Sixers win the game they never win. Also Howard Eskin takes a photo with Ben Simmons, Tobias Harris gets to stay, and PJ Tucker still hasn't scored. Sign up for Fly The Process Austin here: https://www.rightstorickysa The Rights To Ricky Sanchez is pre…

The Sixers beat the Bucks, lost to the Wolves, but have played hard and shown some improvement. We discuss the play of the team over the last two weeks, and whether it will be possible to get the best version of Embiid when Harden returns. We also take a deep look at Giannis vs. Montrezl in Laddergate, and how the Sixers will survive without their …