2021 was an incredible year for ALL THE SMOKE and this episode of BEHIND THE SMOKE takes you behind the scenes of the team's final road trip in New York, including some epic interviews.

2021 was an incredible year for ALL THE SMOKE and this episode of BEHIND THE SMOKE takes you behind the scenes of the team's final road trip in New York, including some epic interviews.

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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Behind The Smoke: New York | Episode 8 | ALL THE SMOKE | SHOWTIME Basketball

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Nobody is using their platform to educate, challenge, and inspire quite like Vic Mensa. From viral orange-tree monologues to fearless conversations about politics, identity, and culture, Vic joins ALL THE SMOKE for one of our most wide-ranging and thought-provoking interviews yet. Vic breaks down how he uses social media as a tool for activism, the realities of Venezuelan immigration in Chicago, and how redlining and systemic violence continue to shape the city. He reflects on growing up biracial, his powerful ayahuasca experience, and the role music plays in influencing today’s youth. We also dive deep into Chicago’s legendary music scene, including unforgettable stories about coming up with Chance The Rapper, being in the room while Kanye West recorded “30 Hours,” and the moment Vic’s own career began to take off. Plus, he talks acting on The Chi, sheds light on today’s activists making a real difference, and shares what it was like filming Still With Smoke entirely on an iPhone in Senegal. This one is equal parts history lesson, cultural deep dive, and raw personal reflection.

Nobody is using their platform to educate, challenge, and inspire quite like Vic Mensa. From viral orange-tree monologues to fearless conversations about politics, identity, and culture, Vic joins ALL THE SMOKE for one of our most wide-ranging and thought-provoking interviews yet. Vic breaks down how he uses social media as a tool for activism, the realities of Venezuelan immigration in Chicago, and how redlining and systemic violence continue to shape the city. He reflects on growing up biracial, his powerful ayahuasca experience, and the role music plays in influencing today&rsquo;s youth. We also dive deep into Chicago&rsquo;s legendary music scene, including unforgettable stories about coming up with Chance The Rapper, being in the room while Kanye West recorded &ldquo;30 Hours,&rdquo; and the moment Vic&rsquo;s own career began to take off. Plus, he talks acting on The Chi, sheds light on today&rsquo;s activists making a real difference, and shares what it was like filming Still With Smoke entirely on an iPhone in Senegal. This one is equal parts history lesson, cultural deep dive, and raw personal reflection.

Vic Mensa Unfiltered: Chicago, ICE, Kanye & the Lies We’re Fed

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Jay Bilas and Seth Greenberg join Matt Barnes for a deep, unfiltered conversation on what’s actually broken in college basketball.

From NIL and the transfer portal to year-to-year free agency and growing age gaps, Bilas and Greenberg explain why the NCAA is purposefully struggling to keep up, and what that means for the future of the sport.

Later, the conversation shifts to the generational 2026 NBA Draft class, including Jay’s thoughts on Darryn Peterson’s Kobe Bryant comparisons, AJ Dybantsa, and Cam Boozer.

Jay Bilas and Seth Greenberg join Matt Barnes for a deep, unfiltered conversation on what&rsquo;s actually broken in college basketball.
From NIL and the transfer portal to year-to-year free agency and growing age gaps, Bilas and Greenberg explain why the NCAA is purposefully struggling to keep up, and what that means for the future of the sport.
Later, the conversation shifts to the generational 2026 NBA Draft class, including Jay&rsquo;s thoughts on Darryn Peterson&rsquo;s Kobe Bryant comparisons, AJ Dybantsa, and Cam Boozer.

Jay Bilas & Seth Greenberg: What’s REALLY Broken in College Hoops (PLUS Generational 2026 NBA Draft)

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NBA super-agent Rich Paul is stepping into a new lane, and it’s turning heads across the league.

Matt Barnes reacts to Rich Paul’s recent "Game Over" podcast comments and explains why publicly discussing player movement, trades, and locker-room dynamics can have serious ripple effects inside NBA organizations, ESPECIALLY when stars like LeBron James and the Lakers are involved.

Plus, Matt reacts to the Jimmy Butler injury and its consequences for the Golden State Warriors. I

s this transparency fans want... or is Rich Paul playing with fire in a profession built on trust and relationships?

NBA super-agent Rich Paul is stepping into a new lane, and it&rsquo;s turning heads across the league.
Matt Barnes reacts to Rich Paul&rsquo;s recent "Game Over" podcast comments and explains why publicly discussing player movement, trades, and locker-room dynamics can have serious ripple effects inside NBA organizations, ESPECIALLY when stars like LeBron James and the Lakers are involved.
Plus, Matt reacts to the Jimmy Butler injury and its consequences for the Golden State Warriors. I
s this transparency fans want... or is Rich Paul playing with fire in a profession built on trust and relationships?

Matt Barnes Warns About Rich Paul’s Podcast

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Behind The Smoke: New York | Episode 8 | ALL THE SMOKE | SHOWTIME Basketball

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