Dwyane Wade sits down with pioneers in sports, fashion, music, and business for an intimate conversation about their origins, and the reasons they keep pushing to innovate. These are all-time greats talking through memorable moments from their careers, telling intimate, behind-the-scenes anecdotes that we never saw in the press, journeys, struggles, triumphs, and that shared excitement as they push forward to their next challenge.

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Passing the Torch: Young NBA Stars Are Taking Over, AAU Hoops, & Why D-Wade Loves Today’s Game

In this episode of The Check In, Dwyane Wade and Bob bounce between nostalgia, parenting chaos, and life after basketball. Wade reflects on the Heat’s 2006 championship run ahead of its 20-year anniversary, remembering the comeback from 0–2, Pat Riley’s culture, and what it meant to learn how to win at the highest level.

 

Off the court, Wade talks about being in full-time dad “Uber mode,” balancing travel with family, and the funny frustration of raising competitive kids. He shares how golf, photography, and even a quick movie cameo have filled his post-retirement life, plus a powerful reflection on a recent trip to Africa that reconnected him to his roots.

 

The episode also mixes in NBA trade talk, Hall of Fame debates, and a hilarious dive into famous Mandela Effect misquotes, a classic blend of hoops, humor, and real life.

 

Music Credit: Khari Mateen

 

What We Discussed:
00:00 Introduction 
01:10 Check-In With Dwade & Bob
12:33 WNBA All-Star Weekend, Extreme Weathers ,& Birthday Celebrations
16:59 Reflections On The 2006 NBA Championship 
24:10 Dwyane Wade's Journey In The NBA
29:06 NBA Trade Deadline 
33:09 Golf Analog For NBA Players
39:10 Dwade's Early Career & Stan Van Gundy
42:13 Sports: Athletes Expressing Frustration
45:17 The Porsche 
49:13 Dwade's Cameo In "GOAT" Movie 
54:02 Photography & A Trip To Africa 
58:36 Mandela Effect Misquotes
01:03:24 Bill Belichick Is Not A Hall Of Famer?! 

In this episode of The Check In, Dwyane Wade and Bob bounce between nostalgia, parenting chaos, and life after basketball. Wade reflects on the Heat&rsquo;s 2006 championship run ahead of its 20-year anniversary, remembering the comeback from 0&ndash;2, Pat Riley&rsquo;s culture, and what it meant to learn how to win at the highest level.
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Off the court, Wade talks about being in full-time dad &ldquo;Uber mode,&rdquo; balancing travel with family, and the funny frustration of raising competitive kids. He shares how golf, photography, and even a quick movie cameo have filled his post-retirement life, plus a powerful reflection on a recent trip to Africa that reconnected him to his roots.
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The episode also mixes in NBA trade talk, Hall of Fame debates, and a hilarious dive into famous Mandela Effect misquotes, a classic blend of hoops, humor, and real life.
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Music Credit: Khari Mateen
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What We Discussed:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">00:00 Introduction&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">01:10 Check-In With Dwade &amp; Bob</li>
<li aria-level="1">12:33 WNBA All-Star Weekend, Extreme Weathers ,&amp; Birthday Celebrations</li>
<li aria-level="1">16:59 Reflections On The 2006 NBA Championship&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">24:10 Dwyane Wade's Journey In The NBA</li>
<li aria-level="1">29:06 NBA Trade Deadline&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">33:09 Golf Analog For NBA Players</li>
<li aria-level="1">39:10 Dwade's Early Career &amp; Stan Van Gundy</li>
<li aria-level="1">42:13 Sports: Athletes Expressing Frustration</li>
<li aria-level="1">45:17 The Porsche&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">49:13 Dwade's Cameo In "GOAT" Movie&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">54:02 Photography &amp; A Trip To Africa&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">58:36 Mandela Effect Misquotes</li>
<li aria-level="1">01:03:24 Bill Belichick Is Not A Hall Of Famer?!&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Dwyane Wade on the ’06 Heat Reunion and Why Championships Aren’t Just About Winning

In this episode of The Timeout, Dwyane Wade and Bob reflect on growth, perspective, and where they are heading into 2026. Dwyane shares how a recent trip to Japan served as a reset ahead of his birthday, helping him focus less on resolutions and more on finding peace and protecting his mental health.

 

He opens up about a regret from early in his career, admitting he gave away his bronze medal from the 2006 World Games and now sees it as an important part of his story that he wants back.

 

The conversation moves through sports and culture, touching on the shifting landscape of the NFL and NBA, the future of college athletics, and how patience and time are essential for young players to grow. They also lighten things up with talks on fashion, lifestyle choices, and a classic R&B debate that closes the episode on a fun note.

 

Music Credit: Khari Mateen.





What We Discussed:
00:00 Introduction
00:54 A Day Ahead In Japan 
03:30 Dwyane Gave His Bronze Medal Away!
06:11 A Serene Place Of Many Cultures
09:17 New Year's Approach
16:04 Chase Sapphire Reserve 
19:27 Dwyane Wade's Travel Essentials 
28:04 The Chicago Bears
31:45 An Unexpected Driving Test 
36:14 Mike Tomlin: Fired Or Quit?
43:27 Dry January: No Alcohol 
45:30 Trae Young Trade 
50:12 NBA Teams Dwyane Wants To Win
54:51 The Amateur Concept & Eligibility
01:01:52 Dunking Every Year Till 50
01:04:17 How Dwyane Spends His Birthday 
01:06:25 Dwyane's Quarterly Approach For 2026
01:08:37 Jordeci Vs Boys II Men

In this episode of The Timeout, Dwyane Wade and Bob reflect on growth, perspective, and where they are heading into 2026. Dwyane shares how a recent trip to Japan served as a reset ahead of his birthday, helping him focus less on resolutions and more on finding peace and protecting his mental health.
&nbsp;
He opens up about a regret from early in his career, admitting he gave away his bronze medal from the 2006 World Games and now sees it as an important part of his story that he wants back.
&nbsp;
The conversation moves through sports and culture, touching on the shifting landscape of the NFL and NBA, the future of college athletics, and how patience and time are essential for young players to grow. They also lighten things up with talks on fashion, lifestyle choices, and a classic R&amp;B debate that closes the episode on a fun note.
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Music Credit: Khari Mateen.
 
What We Discussed:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">00:00 Introduction</li>
<li aria-level="1">00:54 A Day Ahead In Japan&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">03:30 Dwyane Gave His Bronze Medal Away!</li>
<li aria-level="1">06:11 A Serene Place Of Many Cultures</li>
<li aria-level="1">09:17 New Year's Approach</li>
<li aria-level="1">16:04 Chase Sapphire Reserve&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">19:27 Dwyane Wade's Travel Essentials&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">28:04 The Chicago Bears</li>
<li aria-level="1">31:45 An Unexpected Driving Test&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">36:14 Mike Tomlin: Fired Or Quit?</li>
<li aria-level="1">43:27 Dry January: No Alcohol&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">45:30 Trae Young Trade&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">50:12 NBA Teams Dwyane Wants To Win</li>
<li aria-level="1">54:51 The Amateur Concept &amp; Eligibility</li>
<li aria-level="1">01:01:52 Dunking Every Year Till 50</li>
<li aria-level="1">01:04:17 How Dwyane Spends His Birthday&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">01:06:25 Dwyane's Quarterly Approach For 2026</li>
<li aria-level="1">01:08:37 Jordeci Vs Boys II Men</li>
</ul>

 DWade on Trae Young’s Fresh Start, Ja to Miami Rumors, & Giving Away His Olympic Bronze Medal

In this episode of The Timeout, Dwyane Wade and Bob talk about life, hoops, and perspective, starting with Bob reflecting on a recent trip to Japan with his wife, Lisa, and what it was like experiencing a different pace and culture.

 

The conversation shifts to the NBA, with Dwyane sharing how he prepares for broadcasting, why he believes the NBA Cup matters, and his amazement at Victor Wembanyama’s game. He also gives high praise to the current New York Knicks, calling this his favorite version of the team in decades under Jalen Brunson’s leadership.

 

They close the episode on a personal note, with Dwyane sharing a tense moment from his documentary involving Pat Riley and opening up about finally settling into life in Los Angeles after years of resisting the move.





Music Credit: Khari Mateen.

 

What We Discussed:
00:00 Introduction
00:48 Last Checkin For The Year 2025
08:04 5 Days In Vegas 
13:59 The Alien: Victor Wembanyama 
17:17 Most Improved Player Snub
19:56 Zaire Wade's College Inquiry 
24:56 Love & Basketball
29:41 Cleveland: Struggling With Expectations
32:25 The New York Knicks
38:54 The 2006 Championship
50:51 The Jordan Comparison
55:15 The Pat Riley Documentary Moment 
58:39 Settling In LA 

 

In this episode of The Timeout, Dwyane Wade and Bob talk about life, hoops, and perspective, starting with Bob reflecting on a recent trip to Japan with his wife, Lisa, and what it was like experiencing a different pace and culture.
&nbsp;
The conversation shifts to the NBA, with Dwyane sharing how he prepares for broadcasting, why he believes the NBA Cup matters, and his amazement at Victor Wembanyama&rsquo;s game. He also gives high praise to the current New York Knicks, calling this his favorite version of the team in decades under Jalen Brunson&rsquo;s leadership.
&nbsp;
They close the episode on a personal note, with Dwyane sharing a tense moment from his documentary involving Pat Riley and opening up about finally settling into life in Los Angeles after years of resisting the move.
 
Music Credit: Khari Mateen.
&nbsp;
What We Discussed:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">00:00 Introduction</li>
<li aria-level="1">00:48 Last Checkin For The Year 2025</li>
<li aria-level="1">08:04 5 Days In Vegas&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">13:59 The Alien: Victor Wembanyama&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">17:17 Most Improved Player Snub</li>
<li aria-level="1">19:56 Zaire Wade's College Inquiry&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">24:56 Love &amp; Basketball</li>
<li aria-level="1">29:41 Cleveland: Struggling With Expectations</li>
<li aria-level="1">32:25 The New York Knicks</li>
<li aria-level="1">38:54 The 2006 Championship</li>
<li aria-level="1">50:51 The Jordan Comparison</li>
<li aria-level="1">55:15 The Pat Riley Documentary Moment&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">58:39 Settling In LA&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;

Passing the Torch: Young NBA Stars Are Taking Over, AAU Hoops, & Why D-Wade Loves Today’s Game

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