PLAYOFF CHAOS is underway! Matt Barnes and Rachel Nichols react to Weekend One of postseason hoops: Anthony Edwards' LA takedown, Steph Curry goes FULL Steph Curry, Houston Rockets’ missing piece & Russell Westbrook’s revenge against the Clippers.

Rachel weighs in on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s potential discontent in Milwaukee and the Boston Celtics’ handling of the Orlando Magic.

Matt reacts to Rachel’s NBA Awards ballot, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP margins, Jayson Tatum’s slept on superstardom & why the voting system needs a serious shake-up!

PLAYOFF CHAOS is underway! Matt Barnes and Rachel Nichols react to Weekend One of postseason hoops: Anthony Edwards' LA takedown, Steph Curry goes FULL Steph Curry, Houston Rockets&rsquo; missing piece &amp; Russell Westbrook&rsquo;s revenge against the Clippers.
Rachel weighs in on Giannis Antetokounmpo&rsquo;s potential discontent in Milwaukee and the Boston Celtics&rsquo; handling of the Orlando Magic.
Matt reacts to Rachel&rsquo;s NBA Awards ballot, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander&rsquo;s MVP margins, Jayson Tatum&rsquo;s slept on superstardom &amp; why the voting system needs a serious shake-up!

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.

All The Smoke

 NBA PLAYOFFS RECAP: Lakers Get SMACKED, Steph Nukes Rockets & Award Season REVAMP?

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Melvin Gregg's journey from Vine star to Hollywood actor has given creators the blueprint for turning social media fame into a thriving career. Best known for his breakout role as Manboy on Snowfall, Gregg opens up about the financial sacrifices he made while on the show and shares behind-the-scenes stories about working with the legendary John Singleton. He also breaks down the difference between social media fame and acting fame, offers advice for content creators looking to transition into entertainment, and exposes the shady tactics platforms use to manipulate creator reach. Plus, Melvin reveals his unexpected passion for gardening and landscaping. And of course, Stak shoots his shot for an acting role yet again. Your time will come, Stak.

Melvin Gregg's journey from Vine star to Hollywood actor has given creators the blueprint for turning social media fame into a thriving career. Best known for his breakout role as Manboy on Snowfall, Gregg opens up about the financial sacrifices he made while on the show and shares behind-the-scenes stories about working with the legendary John Singleton. He also breaks down the difference between social media fame and acting fame, offers advice for content creators looking to transition into entertainment, and exposes the shady tactics platforms use to manipulate creator reach. Plus, Melvin reveals his unexpected passion for gardening and landscaping. And of course, Stak shoots his shot for an acting role yet again. Your time will come, Stak.

Melvin Gregg: 7M Vine Followers, Snowfall’s Coldest Villain & Platform Shadow Bans

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Mad Max is back and he's not holding back.

 Max unleashes on the Bucks' disrespectful treatment of Giannis, shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories about Chris Webber crashing at his spot in Sacramento, and breaking down why the Kings franchise continues to disappoint Matt's hometown.

Then, NFL legend Jake Plummer and former Broncos WR Nate Jackson join to discuss the Patriots' Super Bowl run, the 49ers' bizarre injury epidemic conspiracy, and what it takes to survive championship-level football.

From NBA trade deadline chaos to NFL playoff intensity, this episode brings unfiltered smoke from legends who've lived it.

Mad Max is back and he's not holding back.
&nbsp;Max unleashes on the Bucks' disrespectful treatment of Giannis, shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories about Chris Webber crashing at his spot in Sacramento, and breaking down why the Kings franchise continues to disappoint Matt's hometown.
Then, NFL legend Jake Plummer and former Broncos WR Nate Jackson join to discuss the Patriots' Super Bowl run, the 49ers' bizarre injury epidemic conspiracy, and what it takes to survive championship-level football.
From NBA trade deadline chaos to NFL playoff intensity, this episode brings unfiltered smoke from legends who've lived it.

How to DESTROY a Franchise: Mad Max & Matt Barnes on Kings, Bucks & NFL Chaos

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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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NBA PLAYOFFS RECAP: Lakers Get SMACKED, Steph Nukes Rockets & Award Season REVAMP?

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