All The Smoke

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 up to the NBA, the Will Smith and Chris Rock incident, Isiah Thomas on his issues with Michael Jordan and Karl Malone, Dwight Howard’s struggles with Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant, and Terrell Owens’s unrecoverable beef with Stephen A. Smith, and more. Matt and Stak even get personal, breaking down their own beefs with Byron Scott and Doc Rivers. One of the special things about ALL THE SMOKE is that guests let it all fly. No filters. No rewriting history. This might be one of the juiciest compilations we’ve dropped to date. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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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 dives into Michael Jordan’s unintended impact on baseball and what his presence meant for the sport and its cultural visibility. Jerry breaks down the origin of Fear of God and opens up about the early moments that gave him confidence including receiving Kanye West’s stamp of approval, which helped solidify his belief in what he was building. From there, they talk about breaking through in fashion, what culture really means, and the decline of the Black American baseball player. The episode also covers baseball players with the most swag, fatherhood, the best baseball jersey of all time, building Fear of God Essentials, battling imposters, finding the right collaborators, and carrying their family legacy forward. This is rare multi generational conversation connecting sports, fashion, culture, and belief. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 story of discovering Terence Crawford’s greatness during a sparring session, the truths behind his trilogy with the legendary Manny Pacquiao, plus his incredible journey from being expelled in second grade to the Hall of Fame. Subscribe to The Art of Ward: -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-ward/id1767454006 -https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-the-art-of-ward-214694054/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 look into the future of NBA fandom with Head of Threads Connor Hayes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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 platinum album, and opens up about Bizzy Bone’s kidnapping and the chaos that surrounded the group in their early days. He shares memories of working with icons like Eazy E, Mariah Carey, Biggie, and Tupac, and gives us the inside story on classic tracks like Notorious Thugs and First of the Month. We also get into a Christmas party run-in the crew had with Wu-Tang Clan, his thoughts on the greatest rap groups ever, and the journey from the streets to winning a Grammy. This is hip-hop history told by one of the architects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 what he sees as a system built to stunt Shedeur’s growth. Also in this episode of ATS Unplugged: • Is Patrick Mahomes’ Chiefs run slipping? • LeBron’s Lakers surge and real title chances • Chris Paul’s messy Clippers exit and the NBA’s respect problem • Sparks or Fire: Kuminga trade rumors, Warriors ceiling & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 dominating, winning that 2016 WNBA championship for Coach Summitt, and what it means watching A'ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers carry the torch. Now running Adidas Women's Basketball, Candace breaks down the WNBA's evolution, Unrivaled, and why this generation is different. This is one of the greatest to ever do it, unfiltered and all in on the future of the game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 to form. Plus: Lakers surging, Jazz banning signs, Max leaving $25M on the table, and a new Stoner 60 reaction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 interview with the Knicks and what really happened behind the scenes. The future of the women’s game is shining brighter than ever and this roundtable is a full masterclass on where the sport is headed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 is the GOAT. You’ll hear Reggie Miller and Dominique Wilkins revisit their battles with him, Kobe talk about chasing his greatness, and legends break down the obsession, competitiveness, and aura that defined MJ’s entire career. We cover every chapter: UNC Jordan, Bulls Jordan, Wizards Jordan, Baseball Jordan, and even golf-course Jordan. From trash talk to mind games to business instincts, this is one of the most complete collections of Jordan stories you will find on the internet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 way, from Michael Beasley to Quinn Cook, Nolan Smith and countless others. This is the unbelievable true story of the man who shaped a generation of hoopers… and paid the ultimate price. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 is full of classic moments. We also talked about what it was like playing alongside Jokic, LeBron, KD, Luka, and the legendary Lob City Clippers. Through it all, one thing is clear: DeAndre Jordan is still in the NBA for a reason. Solid dude, elite teammate, and one of the realest conversations you will hear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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-bottle film session, Bucks chemistry, and what he’s learned sitting on the bench the last two seasons. Plus: fatherhood, coaching his son, Shedeur Sanders, his Hall of Fame case… and why he might suit up as Team USA’s flag football QB in 2028. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 battles with the Rams over contracts, and what it was like playing in the NFL during the wild 1980s era of steroids and loaded boxes. Dickerson also opens up about growing up in Texas under Friday night lights, receiving racist hate mail, and the toll football has taken on his health. This one is raw, real, and classic ALL THE SMOKE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 success with the Lakers play into the latest moves. PLUS: The guys dive into the latest NBA betting scandals involving Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 of our funniest episodes yet. Charlie opens up about his journey toward redemption, his love for the NBA, and his one-of-a-kind Hollywood run. From his 2-on-1 game against Michael Jordan to working with Chris Tucker on Money Talks and starring in classics like Platoon, Wall Street, and Major League, this episode is full of hilarious stories and vintage Charlie Sheen energy. We also surprise Charlie with a reunion with his longtime friend Vernon Maxwell, revisit his Santa Monica High School days with Robert Downey Jr., Sean Penn, and Rob Lowe, and talk about his brother Emilio Estevez and the moments that made him a Hollywood legend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, and makes a major announcement about his WWE future. Plus, Matt reacts to the latest drama around Ja Morant in Memphis, potential landing spots if things go left, and the 2025 World Series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 lessons that made him one of the greatest scorers ever. He breaks down how he perfected his signature finger roll, recalls the 1978 scoring race with David Thompson, and opens up about being teammates with a young Michael Jordan, including the controversy that surrounded their 1985 All-Star Game. Off the court, Gervin shares stories about his Detroit roots, his friendship with Marvin Gaye, and how Nike stole him from Adidas. There’s only one Iceman, and his story is just as smooth as his game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.