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April 19, 2024

Welcome to the tortured playoffs department?

NBA

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Twenty-year-old San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama sits down for an exclusive interview about his remarkable rookie season and his feelings on being compared to LeBron James and Michael Jordan. 

Best Quote: “Wembanyama became the 10th player in NBA history to average at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks in a season. He was the first rookie to do it.” —Kevin O'Connor

Full interview here

 

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Television

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Following a viral stint surviving Hot Ones, comedian Conan O’Brien is officially back gracing televisions with his new travel show streaming on Max. It turns out the place Conan O’Brien Must Go is everywhere. 

Best Quote: “Aside from being one of the funniest people on the planet, Conan seems to operate at the peak of his powers when surrounded by chaos.” —Miles Surrey

Full review here

Music

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Pause your Grand Theft Auto game and let out your tattooed golden retrievers because it’s time to unpack The Tortured Poets Department. Listen along as we break down the best and worst moments from Taylor Swift’s recently released double album. 

Full review here

NFL

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In preparation for the upcoming NFL draft, we’ve crafted a guideline for general managers to follow should they seek to prevent any and all possible traps. 

Best Quote: “NFL head coaches will fill their staff with their kids and their old buddies and then wonder why they’re struggling to develop young players.” —Sheil Kapadia

Full list here

MLB

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How does a fan base respond when its team is being moved to not one, but two different cities to play for other crowds? If you’re an Oakland A’s fan, you relish your final Opening Day with a boycott and continue to fight.

Best Quote: “A’s fans have been heralded by commentators across the sports world for their perseverance and pluck—their industriousness, gamesmanship, and grit.” —Dan Moore

Full story here

Pod Spot

Listen to Kevin O’Connor’s full interview with Victor Wembanyama about his successful rookie season with the Spurs. 

Full episode here

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