We've been working on this one for a while: we got 44 on ALL THE SMOKE. With the Obama Presidential Center freshly opened in Chicago, Matt & Stak got a real sit down with Barack Obama himself. We got into the origin story behind Home Court, the basketball facility he built right into the Center and what hoops meant to him growing up without his father in the house, idolizing Walt Frazier and Dr. J from a TV screen in Hawaii. We also broke down the Knicks' championship run with him, from Brunson's heart to why he's officially crowning him the king of New York, and got his honest take on a divided America. Plus, Obama opened up on what he misses most since leaving the White House and how he's spending his time now mentoring the next generation of leaders.

We've been working on this one for a while: we got 44 on ALL THE SMOKE. With the Obama Presidential Center freshly opened in Chicago, Matt &amp; Stak got a real sit down with Barack Obama himself. We got into the origin story behind Home Court, the basketball facility he built right into the Center and what hoops meant to him growing up without his father in the house, idolizing Walt Frazier and Dr. J from a TV screen in Hawaii. We also broke down the Knicks' championship run with him, from Brunson's heart to why he's officially crowning him the king of New York, and got his honest take on a divided America. Plus, Obama opened up on what he misses most since leaving the White House and how he's spending his time now mentoring the next generation of leaders.

ALL THE SMOKE pairs two of the most outspoken and controversial players of their time. Known as fiery, intense competitors during their on-court careers, Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson are now two of the most widely respected voices by today’s crop of NBA stars. Serving as mentors to numerous players throughout the league and with their hands firmly on the pulse of the game, they have first-hand insight into the minds, lives and pressing issues facing today’s players. Barnes and Jackson, who have played alongside two generations of All-Stars, will dish on the latest news and drama from on and off the court without boundaries.

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President Barack Obama Full Interview

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You don't find many as talented as the hilarious Deon Cole between acting, directing, and comedy. We got up with the Chicago comedy legend to talk about his role as Don King in the Michael movie and the current state of comedy. Deon had us rolling with stories about getting security called on him at the Roots Picnic, the time Idris Elba pistol whipped him on the set of The Harder They Fall, and watching DeRay Davis's evolution up close. Few guests had us laughing quite like Deon.

You don't find many as talented as the hilarious Deon Cole between acting, directing, and comedy. We got up with the Chicago comedy legend to talk about his role as Don King in the Michael movie and the current state of comedy. Deon had us rolling with stories about getting security called on him at the Roots Picnic, the time Idris Elba pistol whipped him on the set of The Harder They Fall, and watching DeRay Davis's evolution up close. Few guests had us laughing quite like Deon.

Deon Cole on Getting Pistol Whipped by Idris Elba, Playing Don King & Hosting Jay-Z’s Show

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The NBA offseason is officially underway, and Matt Barnes is breaking down everything that comes next.

On the final episode of ALL THE SMOKE: Unplugged before summer break, Matt reacts to the blockbuster Giannis trade to Miami, discusses Jaylen Brown's future in Boston, weighs in on LeBron James' next move, and shares why the Spurs and Thunder are built to dominate the Western Conference.

Then, Fred VanVleet joins the show to talk about recovering from injury, Houston's rollercoaster season, Kevin Durant's leadership, going undrafted, and the NBA's new Players United initiative.

The NBA offseason is officially underway, and Matt Barnes is breaking down everything that comes next.
On the final episode of ALL THE SMOKE: Unplugged before summer break, Matt reacts to the blockbuster Giannis trade to Miami, discusses Jaylen Brown's future in Boston, weighs in on LeBron James' next move, and shares why the Spurs and Thunder are built to dominate the Western Conference.
Then, Fred VanVleet joins the show to talk about recovering from injury, Houston's rollercoaster season, Kevin Durant's leadership, going undrafted, and the NBA's new Players United initiative.

The NBA Offseason Is About To Get Crazy: Matt Barnes Predicts What's Next

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Coco Crisp joins Matt and Chris Young for a conversation with one of the most versatile and underrated center fielders of his generation. The 2007 World Series champion played 15 seasons across Cleveland, Boston, Oakland, and Kansas City and his journey to get there was anything but straightforward.

Coco opens up about growing up in Inglewood during the 90s and how a near-robbery involving his father and a stray hubcap became the moment that changed his family's life forever. He talks about his career progression, starting as a shortstop, moving to the outfield and becoming one of the premier defenders of his era.

He dives deep into his time in Boston, explaining what it was like to step in and fill Johnny Damon's place. He retells the story of his all out brawl with James Shields and the Tampa Bay Rays in 2008. Finally, Coco recalls his time in Oakland and the end of his career in Cleveland where he fell just short of a World Series Championship in his final MLB game.

Coco Crisp joins Matt and Chris Young for a conversation with one of the most versatile and underrated center fielders of his generation. The 2007 World Series champion played 15 seasons across Cleveland, Boston, Oakland, and Kansas City and his journey to get there was anything but straightforward.
Coco opens up about growing up in Inglewood during the 90s and how a near-robbery involving his father and a stray hubcap became the moment that changed his family's life forever. He talks about his career progression, starting as a shortstop, moving to the outfield and becoming one of the premier defenders of his era.
He dives deep into his time in Boston, explaining what it was like to step in and fill Johnny Damon's place. He retells the story of his all out brawl with James Shields and the Tampa Bay Rays in 2008. Finally, Coco recalls his time in Oakland and the end of his career in Cleveland where he fell just short of a World Series Championship in his final MLB game.

Coco Crisp’s CRAZY MLB Brawl Story, Studying Manny Ramirez, 2016 World Series

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