Best Craig Axelrod Podcasts (2025)

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Tracy Morgan's Prophetic Puke 47:39

5d ago47:39

47:39

Barry and Blandy react to the Knicks two embarrassing losses and the Tracy Morgan incident, including a special interview with the man himself. They introduce a new segment NBA Update (based on SNL's Weekend Update), voicemails live from MSG and San Antonio, "Around the NBA" with Blanderson Hooper, and much, much, more! Follow Barry on X and Bluesk…

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Burning Bridges 46:29

12d ago46:29

46:29

Barry and Blandy talkin 'bout Bridges, as Mikal was the hottest part of the Knicks news cycle before and after the game against Portland on Wednesday night. After that, well, we just make it up as we go. Make sure you stay until the very end - you won't be disappointed. Or maybe you will be. Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy…

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In The Words of Mitch…”Relax” 1:06:58

20d ago1:06:58

1:06:58

Barry and Blandy are back to talk Knicks and assess what feels like could be a turning point in the Knicks season—a healthy Mitch; a hot-seated Thibs; a shit-or-get-off-the-pot moment of the season. They discuss what has worked, what has not, and what Thibs can do to make them successful. Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on…

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All-Star Break 1:02:44

1M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

The boys reflect on the team through this point in the season…They give out grades for the Top 8 players…Clyde attempts “Zaccharie Risacher”…Cleaning out the voicemail box…Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper…and more! Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.th…

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Bring on Boston 53:58

2M ago53:58

53:58

The Knicks are red hot (like Blandy's a**hole) as they prepare to take on the Boston Celtics who sit 1.5 games ahead of them in the standings. Mitchell Robinson inches closer to being game-ready, Clyde's pilot light went out, voicemails, trade news and Barry sings the Bat Mitzvah blues. Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X…

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Dominaysh 51:32

2M ago51:32

51:32

The Knicks are dominating their opponents and looking hella smooth while doing it. Barry and Blandy remark about the familiar fervor that the team is playing with. Mitchell Robinson remains a step behind and Blandy thinks it smells. Do you like cheese? Clyde likes cheese. VMs and News and more! Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Bla…

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Frustrated, Incorporated 48:43

2M ago48:43

48:43

Barry and Blanderson (the world’s most trusted Knicks podcast hosts) relive the sorrow of Blandy’s comic show selling experience; "frustration" is building as the Knicks don’t look like they’re for real as a true contender; What exactly is the missing piece?; Voicemails and "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper."…

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Treading Water 51:16

2M ago51:16

51:16

The Knicks have been playing .500 ball over their last six games, the minutes demanded by Coach Thibodeau continue to add up, and the Knicks look ahead to a tougher schedule starting with our old friend Julius Randle and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Also, as always, your voicemails and "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper." Until next time, It is …

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Guess Who’s Back 1:02:04

3M ago1:02:04

1:02:04

Barry, Blanderson… and Craig! The band gets back together (at least for one episode) to talk about the Knicks little losing skid as well as where Craig has been this season. The boys listen to voicemails and Blanderson Hooper delivers “Around the NBA." Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL …

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Streaking 1:19:00

3M ago1:19:00

1:19:00

Amidst a 9 game winning streak against decent to bad teams, Barry and Blandy take the temperature of a team about to face OKC—a team with +350 odds to win the chip. As always your voicemails, including a very special one from Murder Jim, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper," and a Christmas Scrooge strikes in Boston.…

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Three's A Crowd 51:20

3M ago51:20

51:20

Barry and Blanderson don't quite take solace in the Knicks' rise to the number three spot in the East, as they worry not only about the Bucks in the rearview mirror, but New York's own competency. A couple of voicemails from the Hawks loss and the Magic win as well as "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper." Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDwor…

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Deflated 1:01:34

3M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

Barry and Blanderson are more than a little deflated after the Knicks got knocked out of the Emirates Cup by their foes, the Atlanta Hawks. Impressive performances by KAT in the 1st half and Josh Hart in the 2nd were not enough to stave off the Hawks, led by Trae Young and Jalen Johnson. Provocative Clyde, voicemails, and "Around the NBA" with Blan…

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Before and After (GAME) 34:39

4M ago34:39

34:39

Blanderson Hooper takes on Andrew Claudio of Knicks Film School in the latest game from Barry's imagination, "Before & After." Tune in to hear if Blandy defends his Hard Knicks Life turf or if he wilts under the pressure of going up against the skilled producer, Knicks historian, and cinephile.By Craig Axelrod

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Oh, What A Feeling 51:41

4M ago51:41

51:41

Barry and Blandy bask in the sun that's been shining over Knicksland. The two discuss the Knicks dominant play and get a health update from Blanderson. And as always, voicemails and "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper." Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper Subscribe on YouTube @blandyhooper For…

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Knicks and The Big "O" 44:48

4M ago44:48

44:48

Barry and Blandy wax poetic about the Knicks offense and their steamrolling of the Denver Nuggets. They "opine" over Mikal Bridges and his shooting woes, they marvel at the offensive feats of this team, Barry spits a dis track at Grant Williams, voicemails, and the one news segment that can be heard throughout all of the galaxies: Around the NBA wi…

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Order on the Court (GAME) 26:16

4M ago26:16

26:16

Join us on this bonus pod for a brand new game from the mind of Barry, "Order on the Court." Blandy takes on longtime Knicks fan and Knick Twitter regular Rebecca Chasen in a battle of wits. Will Blandy's age help him to continue his string of victories, or will Rebecca's knowledge knock him from his perch? Tune in to find out. @blandyhooper @barry…

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Stop and Smell the Roses 54:01

4M ago54:01

54:01

On the tails of a four game winning streak, Barry and Blanderson glance back in the rearview mirror, pull the car over, get out, and take a deep breath of the fresh air in Knicksland... Clyde gets "provocative" talking about Christmas while levastating(?)... And of course, the "best news podcast in the entire Milky Way Galaxy" Around the NBA with B…

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Name that Team (GAME) 13:24

4M ago13:24

13:24

Didn't get to the pod but want to hear the latest game from the Hard Knicks Life Crew? Tune in for "Name that Team," as Blandy goes head to head against loyal listener Brandon in a game of wits. Will Blandy come out on top or will he crack under the pressure? You'll have to listen to find out. @blandyhooper @barrydworkin @bmuni21…

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The Early Season Roller Coaster Ride Continues 1:13:08

4M ago1:13:08

1:13:08

The boys are back a day after the Knicks suffer a crushing loss to the Chicago Bulls after fighting all the way back from a 22 point deficit. Was it a loss that could steer the ship straight or are they in for more rough waters? Barry, Blandy, and long time caller Jota P weigh in on the topic. Blanderson and Jota P then go head to head in a battle …

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Finger Pointing and Name That Team! 1:14:25

5M ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Hard Knicks Life welcomes a regular caller to join in on the hi-jinx as they play a new game, Name That Team! Barry, Blandy, and Brandon also try to make sense of a talented team that is still struggling to find out how to win consistently. Voicemails help recap a week of ups and downs while also providing some life advice. And of course, the self-…

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Knick or Treat 1:12:40

5M ago1:12:40

1:12:40

Barry and Blanderson recap the Knicks past week, which included a roller coaster of wins and losses, culminating with a victory in Miami and a 44 point performance by Karl Anthony Towns. Blandy plays the "Knick or Treat" game, Clyde drops some knowledge, among other things ;) , and of course, everybody's favorite news segment: Around the NBA with B…

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Turn The Page 1:27:40

5M ago1:27:40

1:27:40

Barry and Blandy recount the Knicks season opener in which the team drowned in a down pouring of threes by the Boston Celtics. They discuss how much of it was the Knicks poor defense versus elite, historic shooting from their opponent. The guys read a section from a James Edwards III article in The Athletic which featured HKL's very own Blanderson …

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SPECIAL GUEST Jonathan Macri of Knicks Film School 1:21:18

5M ago1:21:18

1:21:18

Summary: Jonathan Macri of Knicks Film School joins Barry and Blandy to discuss the latest in the Knicks preseason, what Landry Shamet’s injury means, and the standout rooks. Jonathan is the latest contestant on The Provocative Clyde Game. We’ve got your voicemails and as always, "Around the NBA" with Blanderson Hooper. Leave a voicemail of your ow…

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#300 1:08:42

6M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

What better way to commemorate 300 episodes than to count down the 300 Greatest Knicks of All Time?! Barry and Blandy attempt to put pen to paper in a Top 300 List! Or not! But they do cover how the Knicks have looked after their first two preseason games and who has stood out. They also go through the annual NBA GM survey as they find Knick after …

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A Hoopla-less, Tight-Lipped Media Day 1:01:18

6M ago1:01:18

1:01:18

On this episode , Barry and Blandy fully endorse the KAT trade and embrace the addition of Karl to the team. Media Day is exposed for the--what's the opposite of hoopla?-- that it is. Hear from KAT, Thibs, OG3PO and more! Some old friends leave voicemails. Leave a voicemail of your own for the next episode on the HKL 24 hour hotline: 507-KNICKS-1 (…

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Bonus Pod: Evaluating the KAT Trade 36:11

6M ago36:11

36:11

On this Bonus Pod, Barry and Blanderson evaluate the mega trade of Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo to the T-Wolves for 4-Time All Star Karl-Anthony Towns. Listen for some "zesty" KAT drops in this episode as the boys decide if this was a W or an L. Leave a voicemail for the next episode on the HKL 24 hour hotline: 507-KNICKS-1 (507-564-2571) Fol…

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Mitchell Robinson and our other Biggest Concerns for the Season 54:01

6M ago54:01

54:01

In this season premiere episode, the boys are back after their summer break! Barry and Blanderon give their off-season thoughts, react to the news of Mitchell Robinson's injury setback, and share their biggest concerns for the upcoming season. As always, catch up on The News Around The NBA with Blanderson Hooper and get a sneak peek into Blandy's v…

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7 Seasons. 296 Episodes. And a Knicks Team that gave us EVERYTHING. 1:20:59

10M ago1:20:59

1:20:59

7 Seasons. 296 Episodes. 1 Knicks Team We Couldn't be More Proud Of. Barry, Craig and Blandy reminisce about the 2023-24 Knicks season - one filled with heart and toughness reminiscent of the 90's Knicks we grew up watching.By Craig Axelrod

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Jalen Brunson and the Knicks Get Revenge on Indiana in Game 5 30:59

11M ago30:59

30:59

Don’t count the Knicks out yet... Jalen Brunson and I-Hart lead the Knicks to a pivotal Game 5 victory over Indiana that had 90’s Knicks vibes.By Craig Axelrod

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Jalen Brunson's Heroic Return... FUCKING GOOSEBUMPS 21:38

11M ago21:38

21:38

Jalen Brunson’s heroic return to the Garden floor sparks memories of Willis Reed from 54 years ago today as the Knicks win Game 2 versus the Indiana Pacers.By Craig Axelrod

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Brunson "The GOAT" and Hart "The Heart" Lead the Knicks to Game 1 Win over Indiana 40:38

11M ago40:38

40:38

Behind Jalen Brunson’s fourth straight 40-point playoff game and continued dominance by Josh Hart, the Villanova Knicks steal Game 1 against the Pacers.By Craig Axelrod

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Pop the Champagne! Late Night Celebration as the Knicks Beat Philly to Advance to the 2nd Round!!! 33:38

11M ago33:38

33:38

The boys stay up late to celebrate the Knicks HUGE Game 6 victory against Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and the Philadelphia Sixers.By Craig Axelrod

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24 Hours After One of the Greatest Knicks Wins of our Lifetimes 1:01:27

11M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

The boys talk about the miracle Game 2 win against the Philadelphia 76ers as the Knicks supporting cast picks up their ice-cold MVP, Jalen Brunson, to steal the first two games of the series.By Craig Axelrod

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Jalen Brunson is a Motherfucker and the Knicks Clinch the Playoffs 49:11

12M ago49:11

49:11

Jalen Brunson has reached “motherfucker” status as the Knicks clinch the playoffs!!!By Craig Axelrod

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It’s a Janie Knicks Life 58:33

12M ago58:33

58:33

Janie, Janie, Janie… Three devastating Knicks losses plus the biggest loss of all. We dedicate the 289th Episode of “It’a Hard Knicks Life” to a friend of the show, the wonderful and funny Janie - Ralph’s Janie. You will forever be remembered. It’s a Janie Knicks Life.By Craig Axelrod

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Getting to Know Knickanator as the Knicks Await the Return of OG, Mitch and Julius 1:07:30

12M ago1:07:30

1:07:30

There’s a new Knicks 3-pt King, Knickanator is here, and when will OG, Julius, and Mitch join this clicking and culture-perfect Knicks squad?By Craig Axelrod

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The Golden State Knicks 42:00

1y ago42:00

42:00

@hardknickslife Voicemails: (516) 336-3741By Craig Axelrod

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Lovable as Ever, The Return of OG and Josh Hart is a FUCKING GOD 50:27

1y ago50:27

50:27

The boys talk about just how lovable this Knicks squad is with the return of OG Anunobe, the triple-double monster Josh Hart, the preciousness of Achiuwa and Thibs is the Coach of the Year. PLUS, our favorite listeners call in!By Craig Axelrod

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How My Lucky Knicks Beanie Saved the Knicks Season plus Cannolis and Chopped Cheese!!! 55:41

1y ago55:41

55:41

The Knicks season almost ended in the blink of an eye and then a miracle happened, does chopped cheese or eating cannoli’s make a Knicks fan and WHAT THE F IS “Greek Lasagna”?By Craig Axelrod

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Record-Breaking Episode of Hard Knicks Life… Craig is Beautiful in his Knickers, Barry's Missed Flights and Missed Strawberry Patches 1:31:36

1y ago1:31:36

1:31:36

Craig is after comfort, Barry's Family misses a flight to Florida for coffee and it's all about the Knickers... and why is Barry so f**cking seductive? Barry says Craig is beautiful (thanks Barry). The Knicks are winning it all, maybe. Likely. Let's F-ing GO. RIP Dickie. Bulge enhancing boxers. Blandy shares his photos in boxers... which is weird. …

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Knicks Big Trade for Burks and Bogdanovic, Are We Contenders Now? 1:01:34

1y ago1:01:34

1:01:34

Craig’s back from the colonoscopy drinking rose wine because the Knicks have made another big move putting themselves in position for a championship run - say WHAT?!? Plus, we judge theme music for a provocative Clyde segment.By Craig Axelrod

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Craig MIA, A January to Remember, Coach Thibs Stops By 43:54

1y ago43:54

43:54

Barry and Blandy are Craig-less this episode as they discuss the remarkable and historic month of January, the win streak and even get a quick Q&A with Coach Tom Thibodeau. They discuss the latest trade rumors and more!By Craig Axelrod

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The Knicks are SICK, Jalen Brunson is a GOD Amongst Men and WE PROVOCATIVE 1:01:46

1y ago1:01:46

1:01:46

The Knicks are clicking on ALL cylinders - offensively, defensively, the chemistry - and Jalen Brunson is a fucking GOD plus we get a little provocative.By Craig Axelrod

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Brunson is BALLING and is a BIG Trade Coming? 1:05:27

1y ago1:05:27

1:05:27

Since OG arrived, Jalen Brunson is putting up MVP-level numbers and Julius Randle isn’t far behind, who do we want the Knicks to make a big move for by the deadline and did my gastroenterologist cross the line?By Craig Axelrod

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It’s an OG Knicks Life, Ralph is Here LIVE and Deuce McBride is Proving Us Wrong 1:03:56

1y ago1:03:56

1:03:56

The new-look Knicks are undefeated since the OG Anunoby trade, Deuce McBride is proving us wrong and the latest news about Mitchell Robinson.By Craig Axelrod

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"Emergency" Podcast: Knicks Deal for OG Anunoby but Will There be More? 1:02:30

1y ago1:02:30

1:02:30

It’s an EMERGENCY Hard Knicks Life Podcast as the boys FINALLY talk about the BIGGEST Knicks trade since the Snake as we acquire OG Anunoby for RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley - listen NOW for our takes, your takes and a special behind the scenes voicemail with the LEGEND Ralph.By Craig Axelrod

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RJ Struggles, OKC's Talent, Crazy In-Laws, Chinese Food and Blandy's Colon 1:02:59

1y ago1:02:59

1:02:59

The boys catch up after Craig misses the annual White Elephant Party, Barry's In-Laws are crazier than ever, Blandy's colon update, and, meanwhile, RJ is struggling (Barry hates him), Mitch is done for the season and OKC's talent is depressing.By Craig Axelrod

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Missing Mitch, King Julius is Back and Blandy Colonoscopy Prep 51:20

1+ y ago51:20

51:20

The boys are missing Mitchell Robinson as King Julius returns to All-NBA form and Blandy preps for his colonoscopy LIVE on-air. It's a Hard Knicks Life!By Craig Axelrod

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Knicks Fall to Bucks, 2nd Quarter of "Doom", Blandy vs Hoodie 59:06

1+ y ago59:06

59:06

Personal emergency derails Craig's Knicks experience as the Knicks fall to the Bucks, Blandy takes on the HOODIE.By Craig Axelrod

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Tom Thibodeau’s Top 5 “Thibs Guys” & the Return of an All-Time Great 1:03:40

1+ y ago1:03:40

1:03:40

Coach Thibs is in studio to discuss his favorite Knicks… Barry is going under the knife… and the return of ONE of our all-time callers.By Craig Axelrod

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