Best Max Hooper Podcasts (2026)

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We’ve Got BEEF: 16 Crazy Stories from the ALL THE SMOKE Archives 2:01:32

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ALL THE SMOKE is where real beef gets talked about, not talked around. Over the years, our guests have been unfiltered about their biggest conflicts and the moments where they refused to back down. Whether it was tension with a coach, the media, a league, or a teammate, this compilation brings it all together. We cover Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf standing u…

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The Real History of Hip-Hop & Media's AI Future With Damion 'Darizza' Young 1:13:55

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ALL THE SMOKE Unplugged sits down with legendary radio executive Damion “Damizza” Young for a conversation that connects the real history of hip-hop to the future of media, AI, and ownership 💨 From connecting Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre, helping Eminem, 50 Cent, and Jay-Z get heard, and witnessing Pac, Biggie, and Death Row up close, Damian shares the u…

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Jerry Lorenzo on MLB Upbringing, Building Fear of God, & MJ’s Impact on Baseball 1:01:37

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Jerry Lorenzo joins ALL THE SMOKE alongside his father, former MLB player and manager Jerry Manuel, making this the first father son duo episode in the show’s history. They reflect on Jerry Lorenzo’s upbringing around Major League Baseball, the influence of his father’s career, and how those early years shaped his perspective. The conversation also…

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THE ART OF WARD SPECIAL LOOK: Tim Bradley Challenges Jake Paul to two for one Fight, Reveals Crawford Sparring Story 2:11:37

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In this episode of The Art of Ward, Andre Ward sits down with Hall of Famer Tim Bradley live at the House of Boxing in San Diego. Bradley calls out Jake Paul AND his trainer J’Leon Love to a “two for one” fight in the same night—and reveals why he’s training at 5:30 AM to back it up. The two-division, five-time world champion also shares the untold…

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Kendrick Perkins’ Untold NBA Stories: Durant–Westbrook OKC Era & HOF Hazing 50:00

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Kendrick Perkins pulls back the curtain on the NBA’s most unforgettable moments, from Hall of Fame hazing stories to the truth about the Durant-Westbrook OKC era. He also weighs in on Shedeur Sanders, NBA media beefs, his biggest career regrets, what ESPN life is really like, why SGA is giving him Michael Jordan-type vibes. Plus, we get an inside l…

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Behind the Scenes of NBA Cup with Rachel Nichols ft. SGA, D-Wade, Blake Griffin and More 37:39

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Rachel Nichols goes behind the scenes of the NBA Cup with Dwyane Wade, SGA, Jalen Williams, Desmond Bane, Tony Parker, Blake Griffin, De’Aaron Fox, Josh Hart, Chris Haynes and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Black Effect and iHeartPodcasts

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Layzie Bone: Biggie Copied Us, Pac’s Thug Nation, Real Eazy E & Wu-Tang Fight 58:04

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Layzie Bone pulled up to ALL THE SMOKE for a legendary conversation about one of the most influential rap groups ever. From reuniting Bone Thugs-N-Harmony today to breaking down their impact on hip-hop, this episode is packed with stories that shaped an entire era. Layzie takes us back to Cleveland, talks about being homeless while making a platinu…

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Shedeur Sanders EXPOSES Why Pre-Draft Disrespect Was ALWAYS About Deion 52:51

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Shedeur Sanders turned heads against the Titans…and Matt Barnes & Mad Max have PLENTY to say. After the rookie’s best game yet through three NFL starts, the crew unpacks the pre-draft disrespect, the media double standard with Baker Mayfield & Johnny Manziel, and why they believe the backlash is more about Deion than football. Plus, Max unloads on …

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Candace Parker: GOAT Women's Hoopers, Kobe Lessons, Maya Moore Wars 1:18:11

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Candace Parker sits down with ALL THE SMOKE for a rare and honest conversation about her legendary career and the future she's helping build. She takes us from dunking in high school to learning under Pat Summitt at Tennessee, linking with Kobe in LA, and her Finals battles with Maya Moore. She opens up about giving birth mid-career and still domin…

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NBA's Most UNEXPECTED Beefs: Mad Max Reacts 59:46

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Mad Max and Stak pull up for an unfiltered breakdown of the NBA’s most unexpected beefs: from Kenyon Martin vs Draymond Green, to K-Mart’s clashes with Swaggy P, IG Live moments, and the “STRAITJACKET CRAZY” stories. They also react to the Klay vs. Ja Morant/Myron Gardner situation, Caron Butler stepping in, and what Ja needs mentally to get back t…

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Women’s College Basketball Is BOOMING: Staley, Close & Schaefer on What’s Next 53:59

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Women’s basketball is exploding and we linked up with three of the best coaches in the country to break it all down: Dawn Staley, Cori Close, and Vic Shaefer. Matt and Stak get a real inside look at how South Carolina, UCLA, and Texas operate at the highest level and how NIL has reshaped recruiting across the board. Dawn also opens up about her int…

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Title: 23 Times Michael Jordan Proved He's The GOAT 1:48:01

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If you’ve been watching ALL THE SMOKE, you already know where Matt and Stak stand on the GOAT debate. Anytime a guest has even the slightest connection to Michael Jordan, we ask for a story, and over the years we’ve stacked up some of the wildest MJ tales anywhere online. This compilation brings you 23 moments that show exactly why Michael Jordan i…

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Drug Dealer to AAU Dream Maker: The Curtis Malone Story 50:03

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From D.C. drug dealer to AAU kingmaker. Curtis Malone built one of the most powerful youth basketball pipelines in America… while secretly running a criminal empire. In this exclusive ALL THE SMOKE Unplugged sit-down, Malone breaks down his double life, the FBI takedown, his fall from grace, and the players whose lives he helped change along the wa…

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DeAndre Jordan’s HILARIOUS NBA Stories, Playing with Jokic & LeBron, Lob City vs. 2019 Nets 1:17:57

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We took a trip down memory lane with one of Matt’s all-time favorite teammates, DeAndre Jordan. This episode is packed with laughs, stories you have never heard, and a look at one of the league’s most respected veterans. From Matt and DJ’s wild trip to Amsterdam that made the tabloids to reliving his iconic poster dunk on Brandon Knight, this one i…

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Rajon Rondo’s Coaching Revelation & Quarterbacking NBA’s Most UNEXPECTED Breakout 36:18

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Rajon Rondo pulls up to ALL THE SMOKE: UNPLUGGED and drops straight GEMS. From coaching Giannis day-to-day in Milwaukee to mentoring Ryan Rollins into the NBA’s most unexpected breakout, Rondo breaks down the game like only he can. Rondo reacts to Rick Pitino’s “Death of the Point Guard” statement, and gets candid on Doc Rivers, the infamous water-…

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Eric Dickerson Exposes NFL’s Double Standard 50:10

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Eric Dickerson pulled no punches on this one. The iconic NFL running back let it all fly, from addressing his comments on Saquon Barkley nearly breaking his record to exposing the league’s discriminatory insurance policies that most fans have never heard about. Matt and Stak sit down with the Hall of Famer to talk about his legendary career, his ba…

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How To DESTROY A Franchise in 9 Months: Gilbert Arenas & Matt Barnes React to Nico Harrison Firing 1:06:58

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Gilbert Arenas joins Matt Barnes on ALL THE SMOKE: Unplugged to react to the shake-up in Dallas as the Mavericks part ways with GM Nico Harrison after a turbulent start to the season. Is Nico the scapegoat for deeper issues inside the organization? What role did ownership and front office politics play in this move? And how does Luka Doncic's early…

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Charlie Sheen Reunites with Mad Max, Steroid Use for Major League, MJ’s Trash Talk 1:16:23

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Charlie Sheen has lived a life unlike anyone else, filled with wild highs, public lows, and a comeback story that’s still being written. That’s exactly why he’s the perfect guest for ALL THE SMOKE. After Matt ran into Charlie at the Crawford vs. Canelo fight, he shot his shot and landed one of America’s most iconic and unpredictable actors for one …

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Cody Rhodes Best Stories: John Cena, Logan Paul & Leaving WWE 1:41:10

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Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes pulls up to ALL THE SMOKE and delivers a moment. The American Nightmare looks back on his decades-long journey, from growing up with Dusty’s wrestling legacy, carving his own path, and competing on the biggest stage in WWE. Cody talks locker-room culture, the lessons he learned from John Cena, Logan Paul’s impact…

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George Gervin: The Coolest Man to Ever Play the Game 45:44

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When it comes to cool, few ever matched George “Iceman” Gervin. The Hall of Famer pulled up to ALL THE SMOKE for a sit-down with Matt to talk through every era of his basketball journey, from the ABA to today’s game. Ice reflects on his early days teaming up with Dr. J on the Virginia Squires, the punch that ended his college career, and the lesson…

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The Biggest Chapter Yet in NBA's Gambling Scandal 42:38

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The NBA’s latest gambling scandal has the league on notice 😳 Matt Barnes sits down with Keyon Dooling, former player, coach, and someone who’s been through his own battle with controversy, to unpack the shocking allegations surrounding Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and the crime family connections rocking the basketball world. Plus, the guys soun…

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Gavin Newsom Wants ALL THE SMOKE With Donald Trump, MAGA Knee Pads & $400 Million Dollar Bribes 1:15:22

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Gavin Newsom is bringing ALL THE SMOKE. The Governor of California doesn’t hold back: from calling out Donald Trump and warning about America’s direction, to addressing crime in Oakland, NIL in college sports, and the future of the Democratic Party. Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson sit down with Newsom for an unfiltered conversation about leadership…

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Sammy Sosa on Sharing Chicago with Michael Jordan & Ryan Howard Relives The Phillies Glory Days 1:06:25

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Our two guests today impacted the game of baseball with their hitting prowess in different ways. Sammy Sosa brought baseball back to life with his charisma and home run magic, while Ryan Howard embodied the modern power hitter, leading a new generation of sluggers who could change the game with one swing. Sosa opens up about his journey from the Do…

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2025-26 NBA Season Preview LIVE 🔴 Ft. MAD MAX | MVP, Finals Predictions & Rookie of the Year 1:12:03

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All The Smoke is back and going LIVE for the 2025-26 NBA season preview 🔥 Matt, Stak & Vernon Maxwell break down the biggest offseason moves, team shakeups, and who’s really built for a title run. Tap in and join the convo — it’s about to get real. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ralph Sampson: The NBA’s First Unicorn 1:11:31

3M ago1:11:31

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Before Victor Wembanyama, there was Ralph Sampson, the original unicorn. One of the nation’s first super recruits, Sampson appeared on six Sports Illustrated covers in four years at the University of Virginia and once more as a member of the Houston Rockets. Matt and Stak sit down with the Hall of Famer to reflect on his legendary career, from NBA …

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We’ve Got BEEF: 16 Crazy Stories from the ALL THE SMOKE Archives 2:01:32

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The Real History of Hip-Hop & Media's AI Future With Damion 'Darizza' Young 1:13:55

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Jerry Lorenzo on MLB Upbringing, Building Fear of God, & MJ’s Impact on Baseball 1:01:37

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THE ART OF WARD SPECIAL LOOK: Tim Bradley Challenges Jake Paul to two for one Fight, Reveals Crawford Sparring Story 2:11:37

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Kendrick Perkins’ Untold NBA Stories: Durant–Westbrook OKC Era & HOF Hazing 50:00

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Behind the Scenes of NBA Cup with Rachel Nichols ft. SGA, D-Wade, Blake Griffin and More 37:39

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Layzie Bone: Biggie Copied Us, Pac’s Thug Nation, Real Eazy E & Wu-Tang Fight 58:04

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Shedeur Sanders EXPOSES Why Pre-Draft Disrespect Was ALWAYS About Deion 52:51

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Candace Parker: GOAT Women's Hoopers, Kobe Lessons, Maya Moore Wars 1:18:11

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NBA's Most UNEXPECTED Beefs: Mad Max Reacts 59:46

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Women’s College Basketball Is BOOMING: Staley, Close & Schaefer on What’s Next 53:59

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Title: 23 Times Michael Jordan Proved He's The GOAT 1:48:01

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Drug Dealer to AAU Dream Maker: The Curtis Malone Story 50:03

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DeAndre Jordan’s HILARIOUS NBA Stories, Playing with Jokic & LeBron, Lob City vs. 2019 Nets 1:17:57

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Rajon Rondo’s Coaching Revelation & Quarterbacking NBA’s Most UNEXPECTED Breakout 36:18

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Eric Dickerson Exposes NFL’s Double Standard 50:10

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How To DESTROY A Franchise in 9 Months: Gilbert Arenas & Matt Barnes React to Nico Harrison Firing 1:06:58

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Charlie Sheen Reunites with Mad Max, Steroid Use for Major League, MJ’s Trash Talk 1:16:23

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Cody Rhodes Best Stories: John Cena, Logan Paul & Leaving WWE 1:41:10

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George Gervin: The Coolest Man to Ever Play the Game 45:44

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The Biggest Chapter Yet in NBA's Gambling Scandal 42:38

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Gavin Newsom Wants ALL THE SMOKE With Donald Trump, MAGA Knee Pads & $400 Million Dollar Bribes 1:15:22

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Sammy Sosa on Sharing Chicago with Michael Jordan & Ryan Howard Relives The Phillies Glory Days 1:06:25

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2025-26 NBA Season Preview LIVE 🔴 Ft. MAD MAX | MVP, Finals Predictions & Rookie of the Year 1:12:03

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Ralph Sampson: The NBA’s First Unicorn 1:11:31