Best Ethan MacDonald Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 63 - Jimmy Butler WILL Be Traded! Dennis The Menace Is A Warrior, Pelicans Pandemonium, & NBA Cup Final Picks 46:43

15h ago46:43

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In this episode of the Dunk Dynasty Podcast, we discuss the trade between the Nets and Warriors, sending Dennis Schröder to Golden State. With Dennis the Menace having a career season, could he be the spark the Warriors need after going 2-8 over their last ten games? With Jimmy Butler's future up in the air, given that he is expected to decline his…

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BONUS: Monthly Mail Bag podcast - December, 2024 33:20

11m ago33:20

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A sample of our Monthly Mail Bag podcast for December of 2024 covers accountability, trade deadline boosts and possible replacement GMs. To hear the full version, visit Patreon.com/IslandersAnxiety and sign up for our Country Club tier. There, you can hear another hour-plus of questions about potential trade options, both expected and not, the ongo…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 310 - Pretty Damn Mad 1:54:20

24h ago1:54:20

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Mike and Dan have a lot to say after the Islanders' loss to Chicago on Sunday, little of it good. Do these guys even want to win games? After a "normal" loss to the Kings and a "feel bad" win over the same Blackhawks on Thursday, the Islanders faced a bad team they had already seen that was on a back-to-back. So, of course, they lost in brutal fash…

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Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 57 - Viktor Kozlov (with guest Steven Smith) 1:33:59

4d ago1:33:59

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Along with LHH's Steven Smith, we remember Viktor Kozlov, the big center who had a big season and an enormous game at a famous arena in his one season as an Islander. Going from draft bust to valuable player after a trade from the Sharks to the Panthers, Kovlov eventually joined the mercenary 2006-07 Islanders and immediately became one of their mo…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 309 - Familiar Frustrating Place 1:44:17

8d ago1:44:17

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Mike and Dan recap a half good/half bad week for the Islanders and how back-to-back wins shouldn't distract from the very real problems they still have. In losses to the Canadiens and Kraken, the Islanders looked like a team that was ready to punt the season. Listless and ineffective, they seemed to be crying out for help, even as their general man…

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Episode 62 - Are The Denver Nuggets Wasting Nikola Jokic's Prime?! 1:06:30

9d ago1:06:30

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Join us for episode 62 of the Dunk Dynasty Podcast as we discuss Nikola Jokic's impressive MVP-caliber performances still not being enough as the Denver Nuggets find themselves struggling at 11-10 and sitting in the 9th seed in the Western Conference. The panel debates what might be going wrong and discusses potential fixes for the team as they aim…

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Episode 61 - Is LeBron James Finally Declining? The Bucks' Resurgence, & Franz Wagner All-Star Talk! 59:07

13d ago59:07

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In this episode of the Dunk Dynasty Podcast, we discuss some of the teams that are picking up steam and heating up and other teams that are fizzling out. We debate who's surprising us and who's got us worried. We also discuss The Orlando Magic's impressive 12-2 run without Paolo Banchero and ask the question: Are they legit contenders in the East? …

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 308 - Abnormal That They Did Something Normal 1:40:11

15d ago1:40:11

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Dan and dad again Mike recap the Islanders' week of infuriating losses and one must-win before turning their attention towards Manhattan and the first Ranger Piece Theater of the season. In the run-up to American Thanksgiving and the day immediately following it, the Islanders did what they do best: blow third periods against beatable teams. They h…

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Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 56 - Joey MacDonald (with guest Abbey Levy) 1:20:54

20d ago1:20:54

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Joined by NY Sirens goalie and die hard Islanders fan Abbey Levy, we remember Joey MacDonald, a back-up turned starter who had the game of his life for an undermanned and lottery-bound squad. After spending years in the AHL for the Red Wings organization, MacDonald came to Long Island to play the same role in Bridgeport. But an injury to Rick DiPie…

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Episode 60 - The NBA All-Star Game Can't Be Fixed! Trade Rumours, Pacers & Kings Struggles, & Shaq GOAT Talk 1:14:49

22d ago1:14:49

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In this episode, we discuss NBA Commissioner Adam Silver's bombshell announcement on the All-Star format with a switch to a pickup-style tournament. Four teams - three All-Star squads and the Rising Stars champs - battling it out in a single-elimination showdown. Will the new format bring back the competitiveness, or is the NBA All-Star game too fa…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 307 - There Are No Answers 1:31:56

22d ago1:31:56

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Mike and Dan recap a needed win and two more blown-lead losses as the inconsistent Islanders reach (yet another) pivotal week in the season. A regulation win over St. Louis at home on Saturday felt good (except for now ex-Blues coach Drew Bannister) but it came after a disappointing shootout loss in Calgary and a disastrous regulation loss in Detro…

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Episode 59 - Is Nikola Jokic Having The Greatest Peak Ever? & Is LeBron Finally Retiring?! 1:06:30

28d ago1:06:30

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Join us for episode 59 of The Dunk Dynasty Podcast as we analyse the Cleveland Cavaliers' impressive start and debate whether they have what it takes to contend for a championship or if their success is merely a product of a favourable schedule. We also discuss Nikola Jokic putting up jaw-dropping stats and rank his current peak against legends lik…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 306 - Do It On Your Own 1:44:43

29d ago1:44:43

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Mike and Dan reflect on the Islanders' Western Canada road trip so far, which has included one good game, one bad game and one unfortunate game. They were lucky to escape Edmonton with a point (and without giving up Connor McDavid's 1000th) thanks to great performances by Ilya Sorokin and Anders Lee, but followed it up with an inexplicably great pe…

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Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 55 - Marc-Andre Bergeron (with guest Isles Den) 1:20:33

1M ago1:20:33

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Joined by Islanders commenter (and new podcaster) Isles Den, we remember Marc-Andre Bergeron, a surprisingly important short-time player for a number of NHL teams. Anyone who watched Bergeron play, either before or after his season-plus stint on Long Island will no doubt immediately picture a very small man skating up and down the ice scoring power…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 305 - It Should Be Simple 1:45:07

1M ago1:45:07

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Mike and Dan look back at a good week for the Islanders that had a bitter ending, and how they make it difficult to just be a fan. After an unexpected comeback win at home against the Penguins and a, dare we say "normal," win against the Senators in Ottawa, the Islanders returned to their regular ways, blowing a lead and losing in overtime to the D…

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Episode 58 - Is The Giannis Era In Milwaukee Coming to an End? 59:07

1M ago59:07

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In this episode we discuss the Milwaukee Bucks' shocking 1-6 start and ask the burning question: Is this the beginning of the end for Giannis in Milwaukee? We'll break down what's going wrong for the Bucks and give our takes on if the season can be saved. We also look at Victor Wembanyama's sophomore slump, debating whether it's just growing pains …

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 304 - Keep the Season Alive 1:50:21

1M ago1:50:21

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Mike and Dan react to an eventful week for the Islanders that featured a slew of injuries, a surprise win and three more frustrating losses. After shooting blanks again in winnable games against Anaheim and Columbus, the Islanders went to Buffalo, where they had not won in three seasons. Despite losing Mat Barzal before the game and Adam Pelech, Mi…

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Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 54 - Aatu Räty (with guest Jake from Skates at the Stakes) 1:21:48

2M ago1:21:48

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Joined by frequent prospect watcher Jake from the Skates at the Stakes podcast, we remember Aatu Räty's surprise drafting and splashy debut for the Islanders before he became part of a massive trade. Once expected to be a Top 10 pick, Räty's stock dropped precipitously in his draft year and he fell to the Islanders in the second round, which seemed…

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Episode 57 - Overreacting To A Wild Week 1 Of The NBA Season 58:51

2M ago58:51

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Following a wild week 1 of the NBA season, we discuss the standout performances and unexpected disappointments to start the year. First, we look at teams like the Celtics and Oklahoma City Thunder coming out hot and undefeated, as well as some surprising performances from the Lakers and Cavaliers. We also discuss some teams looking 'cooked', such a…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 303 - Driven Up a Wall 1:44:01

2M ago1:44:01

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Mike and Dan take turns ranting about the Islanders' week in which they were shut out (again), blew a bunch of leads (again) and generally did what they always do (again). In the span of five days they managed to get lose in regulation 1-0 after allowing just 11 shots, win in overtime after their best defenseman gave the puck to a player on the oth…

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Episode 56 - NBA Awards Picks and Bold Predictions 46:43

2M ago46:43

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Our awards predictions are in! Check out Episode 56 of the Dunk Dynasty Podcast as we give our predictions for the major NBA awards for the 2024-25 season. Listen in as we give our picks for awards such as Most Valuable Player, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved Player, Sixth Man of the Year, and Coach of the Year. Foll…

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Episode 55 - NBA Eastern Conference Preview & Predictions 1:04:08

2M ago1:04:08

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In episode 55 of the Dunk Dynasty Podcast, it's the East's turn as we give NBA Eastern Conference Preview! Join us as we break down the teams most likely to make the playoffs, spotlight the most improved and most surprising teams, and identify potential breakout players for the upcoming season. We'll also throw out some BOLD predictions that are bo…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 302 - What Emotion to Feel? 1:34:28

2M ago1:34:28

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Mike and Dan recap a week of good and bad, as the Islanders stay in the thick of the Metro despite some characteristically bizarre games. They start with Saturday night's home game against Montreal in which the nine-round shootout wasn't even the weirdest part. One person's "great atmosphere" is another's unsustainable, impossible parade of inexcus…

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Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 53 - Deron Quint 1:06:12

2M ago1:06:12

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Mike and Dan kick off Season Four with their first actual former Islander, as defenseman Deron Quint joins them to discuss his five games with the team during their 2007 stretch run, his long hockey career in the NHL and overseas and his new second career. Quint was brought over from Europe by Garth Snow with the Islanders in desperate straights to…

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Episode 54 - NBA Western Conference Preview & Predictions 1:04:43

2M ago1:04:43

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We are back for the new season! Join us in this episode of The Dunk Dynasty Podcast as we dive deep into the NBA Western Conference, breaking down everything you need to know before the season tips off! We’ll discuss the teams poised to make the playoffs, spotlight the most improved squad, and reveal our picks for the most surprising team. Plus, ge…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 301 - Robbed of Joy 1:31:03

2M ago1:31:03

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Mike and Dan recap the first two games of Islanders season, which were annoying, frustrating and disappointing after a summer of excitement. In their season/home opener against the Utah No Names, the Islanders played all their hits - blown leads, bad penalty killing, an overtime loss - leaving fans angry and discouraged. A busy 3-0 loss to Dallas i…

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Master Leaf Theatre Special - The Metronome of Professionalism 1:53:56

2M ago1:53:56

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[Note: This episode originally ran exclusively at our Patreon page on August 21, 2024. As promised on the episode, since John Tavares was not signed to a contract extension before the Leafs' season began, the episode is now free for all to enjoy.] This summer, John Tavares was removed as captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs in favor of Auston Matthew…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 300 - You're Not Coming to Six Flags 1:53:07

2M ago1:53:07

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Mike and Dan discuss the waiving of Pierre Engvall (and others) ahead of the Islanders' season opener this week against the Utah Sister Wives. Putting Engvall and the six years left on his contract on waivers was a bold move by Lou Lamoriello but it illustrates just how the team has changed and how Engvall's signature brand of ineffectiveness can't…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 299 - The Cynic's Guide to Preseason Hockey 1:29:05

3M ago1:29:05

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Mike and Dan "recap" the Islanders preseason so far including roster spot battles, empty intrigue and the mystery of Ilya Sorokin's status. With about 60% of their exhibition games over (of which Mike has watched zero minutes of, per his standard policy), the Islanders' are shaping up along expected lines. But a few players are vying for an open sp…

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Episode 53 - Steph Curry Got Paid! Will The Nuggets Win Another Ring? Kings of the West, & Harden vs CP3 All-Time Debate 52:11

3M ago52:11

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In this episode, we discuss Steph Curry's recent contract extension and Jonathan Kuminga's potential big deal with the Warriors. Are these strategic moves setting Golden State up for future success, or is there another motive at play? We also debate the Denver Nuggets' commitment to Jamal Murray, Nikola Jokic, Michael Porter Jr., and Aaron Gordon. …

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Islanders Anxiety - Rookie Camp Special - The Shadow Team 1:08:41

3M ago1:08:41

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Mike and Dan recap some newsworthy items from Islanders Rookie Camp including PTOs to Keith Kinkaid and Matt Martin, and the absence of Cal Clutterbuck. After working out at Northwell Health all summer, Islanders fan Kinkaid finally gets a chance to play for his boyhood team. While the goalie's energy is infectious, it forced Lou Lamoriello to addr…

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Episode 52 - Westbrook Is Better Than Kyrie All Time! Will Julius Randle Be Traded? & Caitlin Clark Fever Pitch 1:06:30

3M ago1:06:30

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In this episode of our basketball podcast, we dive deep into the latest NBA news. First up, we explore the implications of Brian Windhorst's claim that Randle's contract is "extraordinarily tradeable." Which teams are potential suitors, and what does this mean for the Knicks' future? We also discuss which NBA team is most likely to let down their f…

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Episode 51 - The Team USA Avengers Win Gold! Was LeBron James The Real MVP? & Wemby Sends A Warning To Everyone 44:51

4M ago44:51

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In this episode, we discuss Team USA's triumph in securing their 5th consecutive Olympic gold medal in basketball, with LeBron James being named MVP. We delve into the standout performances that earned Dennis Schroder, Stephen Curry, LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama, and Nikola Jokic spots on the tournament team. As we look ahead to the 2028 Olympic…

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Islanders Anxiety - Summer Special - 32 Thoughts About John Tavares Losing the Maple Leafs Captaincy 1:14:18

4M ago1:14:18

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Mike and Dan get together on a Monday in the middle of August to discuss a notable move for the Leafs and a massive celebration for Islanders fans. Announced via tweet by Pat Brisson mouthpiece Darren Dreger, John Tavares has been replaced as Toronto's captain by Auston Matthews, a move that has little to do with the official party line of Matthews…

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Episode 50 - What's With The DNPs?, Canada & Germany Keep Serve, & Championship or Bust For The Knicks? 51:51

5M ago51:51

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In this episode, we break down the action from the Olympic basketball tournament: including the DNPs for Haliburton and Tatum in the opening game against Serbia and Embiid against South Sudan. We also spotlight the early successes of Canada and Germany, who have both started 2-0, maintaining their ascent to being the biggest challengers to the USA.…

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Episode 49 - USA Basketball Won't Win Gold! Overpaid Rookie Extensions, Summer League Breakout Stars, & Olympics Fever 1:14:49

5M ago1:14:49

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We are back! The Olympic spirit is well and truly underway as we discuss the Team USA Basketball Avengers and their chances of securing a fifth consecutive gold medal. We also dive into the conversation about the large rookie extensions for players like Cade Cunningham, Scottie Barnes, Evan Mobley, Tyrese Maxey, and Franz Wagner, as we determine wh…

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SAMPLE - Monthly Mail Bag - July 2024 37:10

5M ago37:10

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A short sample of our latest Monthly Mail Bag podcast, exclusively for Country Club tier subscribers at our Patreon page. We start with whether the Islanders as currently constructed are good enough to compete in a (somewhat) rejiggered Metro Division, Patrick Roy's possibly identity for his players and who might end up surprising people this seaso…

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Episode 48 - NBA Free Agency Winners, Is This LeBron's Last Season, Era's End For The Clippers & Warriors 1:02:44

5M ago1:02:44

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We are back! With the craziness of the NBA offseason well underway, we dive into the biggest moves made so far! We give our takes on what LeBron's new contract means for the Lakers' future, as well as where the Warriors can go following the departure of Klay Thompson to the Dallas Mavericks. We also rank the Warriors' dynasty among the all-time gre…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 298 - Tidy Pieces of Business 2:10:20

6M ago2:10:20

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Mike and Dan empty their tanks on the Islanders free agency signings, the draft, the Rangers imploding and The Wedding of the Century. It's been a busy few days on Long Island, and they've been good for the Islanders. Despite the craziness of free agency day, they signed speedy winger Anthony Duclair and brought back defenseman Mike Reilly on two v…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 297 - The Two Kyles (with guest Ethan Sears) 2:05:12

6M ago2:05:12

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Mike and Dan look back at Kyle Okposo's Stanley Cup and Kyle MacLean's new contract before looking ahead to the NHL Draft and free agency with Ethan Sears of the NY Post. With the Panthers' 2-1 victory over Edmonton in Game 7, their long-suffering fans can finally feel some relief, while we can chuckle at the Oilers' failure, ESPN's issues and how …

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Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 52 - Live at Offside NYC 1:03:29

6M ago1:03:29

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On March 30, 2024 at the new Offside NYC in Manhattan, Mike and Dan were joined by listeners to hear their stories of their favorite Weird Islanders. We were gifted with tales of getting a Weird Islander jersey recognized in the desert, running into actual Islanders on Caribbean beaches, and rival neighbors preying on our loyalty, as well as with a…

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Episode 47 - Celtics Finally Cash In, Jaylen Brown's MVP, Mavericks Future, & 2025 Early Predictions 58:56

6M ago58:56

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In this episode, we discuss the Boston Celtics' NBA championship victory and finally raising banner 18. With Jaylen Brown adding Finals MVP to the Eastern Conference Finals MVP award he already had, we debate if this is a shifting of the guard to being JB's team in the future. We also discuss the Celtics' chances of going back-to-back and identify …

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Country Club Atmosphere (Sample) - The Islanders are Cricket's Team 12:34

6M ago12:34

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In this special free sample of our latest episode of Country Club Atmosphere, Mike talks about how the NHL and the Islanders managed to seep into his time at the T20 Cricket World Cup games played at Eisenhower Park in the last couple of weeks. He tells us why ex-cricket players make better on-air talent than ex-NHL players, how one visiting journa…

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Monthly Mail Bag podcast - June 2024 (Sample) 32:53

6M ago32:53

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Enjoy this sample of June's Monthly Mail Bag podcast. Here, we look at sad fanbases, the death of Capfriendly, celebs at Islanders games and the least worst name choice for the NHL's newest team. Later, we tackle some different possible timelines for the Islanders, body switching, time travelling and uses for a few other super powers. We also discu…

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Episode 46 - NBA Finals Game 2 Breakdown, Finals MVP Race, Mid-Decade All-NBA Team, and Caitlin Clark's Olympic Snub 56:34

6M ago56:34

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In this episode, we break down all the action from Game 2 of the NBA Finals! With the Celtics now 2 wins away from Banner 18, we debate if the Mavericks can make adjustments to even the series or if the Celtics are on track to run away with it. We'll also update you on our current pick for the NBA Finals MVP and who’s standing out as the frontrunne…

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Weird Islanders: The Podcast! - Episode 51 - Olli Jokinen (with guest David Skurnik) 1:09:26

6M ago1:09:26

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Joined by David Skurnik of Skurnik Wines and The Pinot Project, Mike and Dan remember the short Long Island stint of "superstar journeyman" Olli Jokinen. Jokinen arrived and left in two of the worst trades in Islanders history. In between, he was ridiculed by his general manager, dismissed by fans, endured long slumps and trade rumors, and only fin…

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Episode 45 - NBA Finals Predictions, Is Porzingis the X-Factor? & The Legacies of Luka & Tatum 52:33

6M ago52:33

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In this episode, we preview the NBA Finals! Who are the panel picking to win it all? We break down our predictions, including how many games the series will last and who we think will take home the Finals MVP honours. We also highlight the return of Kristaps Porzingis for the Celtics, and PJ Washington, with both having the potential to be unsung h…

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Episode 44 - Is KAT On The Trade Block? Lakers Head Coach Search, & Jimmy Butler's Future 34:54

7M ago34:54

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Guess who's back?! In this episode, we discuss the future of the Timberwolves after a conference finals run that not many people predicted. With calls to trade Karl-Anthony Towns or Rudy Gobert to improve the team, we debate which players could help the team get closer to a championship. We also discuss the Kings' resigning head coach, Mike Brown a…

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Islanders Anxiety - Episode 296 - Indescribable Relief 1:47:44

7M ago1:47:44

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Mike and Dan take a deep breath as the Rangers get eliminated from the playoffs, opening the door for the first ever edition of "Ranger Piece Theater." We do some dramatic readings of Blueshirts postmortems and examine how a fanbase that is catered to almost exclusively by the NHL's biggest broadcast partners somehow still seems to feel they are be…

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Episode 43 - Where Bronny Goes, LeBron Goes? Failed Dynasties, & Will Free Agency Decide The Next NBA Champions? 46:43

7M ago46:43

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In this episode of Dunk Dynasty, we discuss Bronny James' decision to decline workouts with all NBA teams except the Lakers and Suns and how this will impact his father, LeBron James' free agency decision. Next, we cover Tyronn Lue's re-signing with the Clippers as head coach and their future outlook with some major free agency decisions to be made…

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