Reachin' & Teachin'

In this episode, the Jadd Schmeltzer sits down to have a discussion with up and coming Esports commentator Kofi aka Koiustics. They discuss everything from his love of gaming to coming up in the esports community. He talks about how he fell into commentating and why it is something he loves to do. Follow Reachin' & Teachin' Team here: IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/reachinandteachin/ K...

On this episode of Reachin' & Teachin', Greg and Joel speak about Pro Wrestling video games and talk about favorite memories. They cover it all from their favorites, their least favorites, the new AEW game, and much more. Follow Reachin' & Teachin' Team here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/reachinandteachin/

On this episode of Reachin' & Teachin', Greg, Isaac, and Janelle speak about Five Nights at Freddy's video game and talk about favorite memories. They cover it all from different adaptations to the question of needing to read the books. Enjoy this Special Halloween Episode. Follow Reachin' & Teachin' Team here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/reachinandteachin/

On this episode of Reachin' & Teachin', Greg and Isaac speak and debate their favorite controllers. From Isaac bashing the N64 controller to Greg bashing the Wii controller. Who makes the most sense and who has the arguments to back it up. Follow Reachin' & Teachin' Team here:   IG:  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/reachinandteachin/ ⁠  

This episode the team talks all about movies. Games that turned into movies, movies that turned into games, and much more is discussed. Follow Reachin' & Teachin' Team here:   IG:  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/reachinandteachin/ ⁠  

The New Era has begun. Johnnie introduces our new co-hosts Joel Lopez and Janelle Robinson. We open up the discussion about our love for video games and where it all is rooted from. We talk first systems, games growing up, saving progress, new generation of gaming, and much more  Filmed at Summit Academy in Red Hook Brooklyn    Follow Reachin' & Teachin' Team here:   IG: ht...

In this episode, the CEI esports team sit down to have a discussion with Guard for Warriors Gaming and Season 2 MVP, Nidal Nasser aka MamaImDatMan. We discuss everything from his first year as in the league to becoming MVP of the league. We also talk about trade to Warriors, MVP season, trash talk skills, some of his league antics, and much more. Follow Nidal here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/ni...

In this episode, the CEI esports team sit down to have a discussion with returning guest The General Manager of Bucks Gaming, Patrick Glogovsky. We discuss everything from his first year as GM to making changes with his squad. We also talk about trade for Dimez, Coach Lanstadamus, playoff expectations, The Bad Bucks, and much more. Follow Patrick here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick...

In this episode, the CEI esports team sit down with the Host of 2K League's "Closeout" and Coach of 3v3 Team Handlez, Joe Vegas. We discuss everything from starting out in his acting days to how he got involved in not only the 2K League, but also the Esports community. We also talk about getting into the league, working with T-Wolves Gaming, 3v3, coaching, Dominican Republic National Team, iBallEm...

In this episode, the CEI esports team sit down to have their first multi-person interview as they have some members of the NBA 2K League commentary team, Dirk and Harris. We discuss everything from them taking an interest in the media side of sports to who are they looking out for as we come close to the end of the season while also getting a surprise visit from former 2KL player "Big Perm". We al...

In this episode, the CEI esports team sit down to have a discussion with 2x 2KL Champion, 2021 Finals MVP, and All-Star Center , Dayfri. We discuss everything from where he got his gamertag from to him starting a food truck. We also talk about winning back to back championships, changes in the league, changes within the team, the OG WDG squad, JBM retirement, and much more. Follow Dayfri here: IG:...

In this episode, the CEI esports team sit down to have a discussion with The #1 pick from the 2022 2KL Draft, GalloOTTR. We discuss everything from his start in esports to his start in the 2K League. We also talk about the pressure of being the #1 draft pick in the draft, how he got into playing 2K, who is the best in the league, trash talk, proving himself, and much more. Follow Gallo here: Twitt...

On this episode the CEI esports team talks to Graham Borden aka BlkFrankWhite, Community Ambassador for the NBA 2K League. Graham is on for the fourth time and has now become a "First Class" guest on the pod. We discuss the start of the NBA 2K League 2022 season. We discuss changing formats, the introduction of 3v3, trash talk in person vs online, whats Indy like, trade discussion and much more. F...

In this episode, the CEI esports team sit down to have a discussion with The General Manager of Bucks Gaming, Patrick Glogovsky. We discuss everything from his start in esports while attending Marquette University to his start in the 2K League and becoming General Manager of a team.. We also talk about starting from scratch this season, hiring a head coach, his expectations this season, how they a...

In this episode, the CEI esports team welcomes the return of OG King Curt, the General Manager and Head Coach of Nets Gaming Crew. We catch up with what he's been up to since his last time on the show. We talk about this past draft, what he looks for, and what type of questions he asks the draftees. We also speak about the new members of the team, expectations for this season, did the Nets Opt-Out...

In this episode, the CEI esports team sit down to have a discussion with The Head Coach Of Lakers Gaming, Bryan Traynor aka Nacho. We discuss everything from his start in the 2K League to his art abilities. We also talk about what is his method to drafting, transition from Venom GT to Lakers Gaming, his thoughts on last season, his goal as head coach, and much more. Follow Nacho here: IG: https://...

In this very special episode, the CEI esports team talks to someone who has been a goal guest of ours since the start of this podcast. In this episode we sit down to have a discussion with The President of the NBA 2K League, Brendan Donohue. We discuss everything from his first video game he ever played to how he became President of the 2KL. We also talk about his star in the NBA, his role in the...

In this episode the CEI esports team talks to BTN analyst, NBA 2K League host, and NCAA WBB reporter, Autumn Johnson. We discuss everything from her love for the game of basketball to why she chose the journalism field. We also talk about Her start in esports, how easy or difficult the transition was, Women in sports and esports, advice to upcoming journalists and much more. Follow Autumn here: IG...

In this episode the CEI esports team talks to the Founder and Managing Director of College EsportsX and Professor at Emerson College, Kevin Mitchell. We discuss everything from his start in the music business and how it helped him get into the Esports space. We also talk about why he got into esports, becoming a professor at Emerson, the start of College Esports Expo, what are the benefits of runn...

In this episode the CEI esports team talks to the Founder of I ndie Game and host of GamiFi podcast "GamiFi Everything", Marcus "Esports" Howard. We discuss everything from his start in Esports, writing a book, and even sharing his screen and giving us a sneak peek of some content from his book . We also talk about the business side of esports, the idea behind Indie Game, coding video games while...

In this episode the CEI esports team talks to the Co-owner of Brooklan, New York’s largest dedicated esports, video game, and tabletop venue, Alec Polsley. We discuss his early days in finding video games, running tournaments in high school and college, and growing love for the esports industry. We also talk about the idea behind Brooklan, why the location in Bushwick, what went into creating Broo...

In this episode the CEI esports team talks to the NBA 2021 2K League ROY and MVP Xavier Barraza aka 630, Starting Point Guard for Pacers Gaming. We discuss his mom finding out who 630 was, moving straight out of high school, and adapting to living by himself. We also talk about winning the 2KL Rookie of the Year and MVP award, what else is there for him to do in the 2KL, building his brand, going...

In this episode the CEI esports team gives a Top 5 list. We are in full force this episode as we have Rob and Johnnie leading the way as usual BUT we also have Elijah joining as we discuss our Top 5 players to ever use in NBA 2K . We give our 5 players, what year of 2K, why we chose them, and much more in our discussion.   Follow Reachin' & Teachin' Team here: IG:  https://www.instag...

In this episode the CEI esports team talk all about the 2021 NBA Season Tip-Off. We are in full force this episode as we have Rob and Johnnie leading the way as usual BUT we also have Elijah joining as we discuss the upcoming season. We make a list of who we think will be MVP, Most Improved, Breakout team/player, what the playoff picture will look like, and much more. Follow Reachin' & Teachin...

In this episode the CEI esports team talk all about the 2K League All Star Game. We have Rob and Johnnie leading the way as they give their views on the first 2K League All Star Game. We discuss the event as a whole as this was the first 2K event that the team had media credentials. We talk everything from who we interviewed, who we met, how the event ran, who won the season awards, the All Star g...