Ball VS Life

Ep. 50: "It's a WRAP" w/ Lakers Fan David W. The Lakers make it to the WCF by bullying the diminutive Rockets + Are we going to see a Hallway Series w/ the Clippers? Not if the Nuggets have anything to say about it + Giannis unfollows Bucks - does this mean he's leaving Milwaukee for greener (or Blue & Gold) pastures? + NFL is Back - we talk JC's 49ers disappointing start to the 2020 season. For a...

Ep. 49 - pL.A.yoff Ups & Downs - Lakeshow Die-hard Mike C. rejoins BvL to break down the Lakers 1st round series win & we look forward to the next round vs either the Rockets/Thunder + the guys pay tribute to the Chadwick Boseman aka Black Panther after learning of his tragic passing. Intro Music by @lakeyinspired Follow our Ball VS Life social: Instagram - @ballvslifeofficial Follow JC: Instagram...

Ep. 48: For the first time ever BVL brings you a LIVE REACTION recording of the NBA Draft Lottery. What pick do the Warriors get? Tune in as we take the rollercoaster journey of cohost JC's Warrior squad as they find out what pick they select at for the 2020-2021 NBA draft. Will our boy have his soul crushed or will he be rejoicing? "May the odds ever be in your favor" - Hunger Games. Intro Music...

Ep. 47: NBA Bubble Ball Playoff Preview + Virtual Fan Experience: Clippers Super fan Leo rejoins BvL to share his experience watching a Clippers game as a virtual fan during the NBA Bubble restart. Listen in to hear about how he got dibs on this exclusive access. We also discuss a preview of the NBA playoffs - which teams are threats to the juggernaut teams of the Lakers and Clippers - are the Gri...

Ep. 46: Al of VRTLPros rejoins BvL to discuss the sudden rage for nostalgia - NBA + Magic Cards - why are they back? - the guys discuss and flex their expertise on this old school hobby in this new school world. It wouldn't be an Al episode if we don't have fun breaking down the dysFUNction that is Sacramento Kings basketball - will they make a run in the NBA bubble league during this COVID 19 pan...

Ep. 45: HS Teacher Marc drops by to school BvL on how social distance learning is from the teacher perspective - it's good to know the young bucks have passionate teachers like Marc keeping the educational system in check. Marc also shares his experience with online dating during the COVID19 pandemic - is it really a good time to meet partners during shelter-in-place & quarantine? Intro Music by @...

Ep. 44: Covid Reality Check - Like Water in our Elements - BvL shares stories about getting tested for Covid19, discusses JoKoy's showcasing of JC's motherland, Jack being light years ahead on the Bruce Lee tip with drinking his water and NBA Bubble ball preview. Intro Music by @lakeyinspired Follow our Ball VS Life social: Instagram - @ballvslifeofficial Follow JC: Instagram - @kuyaoftheworld Fol...

Ep. 43: The NBA is BACK BABY!... maybe? BvL brings back special guest LA Clippers super fan/resident expert Leo Choi to discuss the potential return of the NBA and what it means for the Clippers VS Lakers rivalry. Tune in as we break down and dissect all the ins and outs of what the return of basketball will mean for all of us diehards. Who are the sleepers? Will there be more upsets than ever? Wi...

Ep. 42: BvL regular Josh Fu @mistahfu joins the guys and begins the very difficult yet important conversation about the current state of affairs ignited by George Floyd's murder by the hands of police brutality. We acknowledge the racial injustice that has been embedded in prevailing US culture and unpack our respective experiences and perspectives as we try to find productive ways to improve upon...

Ep. 41: It's all in the family as JC's bro-in-law James aka DJ p01ntdex joins the guys to talk Sacramento Kings basketball, raising kids during the Covid-19 pandemic and commissioning a 20 years ongoing Fantasy Hoops league during a suspended NBA season. James regales us with candid perspectives on being a lifelong embattled Kings fan to adjusting to the new normal of telecommuting and figuring ou...

Ep. 40: Josh Fu rejoins the guys to recap the epic Bulls/Jordan Documentary "The Last Dance" and break down their thoughts on this content that was sitting in the vault 20 years. Josh also shares his experiences in Atlanta during the Covid-19 lockdown - how different is it from the West Coast? Tune in to find out. Intro Music by @lakeyinspired Follow Josh : Instagram - @mistahfu Instagram Photogra...

Ep. 39: Renaissance man JinUk joins the pod for the first time and all kinds of random chit chat ensues. The guys discuss traveling to Korea and Japan before the Coronavirus pandemic was declared in the US, cooking and eating during this quarantine lifestyle, debate the ever so polarizing toilette etiquette discussion, and wrap up with speculation on how life will be after Covid 19 - will it ever...

Ep. 38: Al of VRTL Pros Podcast rejoins the BvL! We chat about the Bulls Documentary - "The Last Dance" as it premieres. Al throws a scalding hot take on the MJ vs LeBron GOAT conversation and we break down Big Ed and Rose's "halik" moment on 90 Day Fiancee. Finally, listen in as we break down the crazy world of reselling online where the guys share their respective stories of selling goods on the...

Ep. 37: BvL bros Jack and JC take on a lighter mood and discuss their entertainment options during this stay at home lifestyle. The guys discuss Netflix's reality hit "Tiger King", online dating during the pandemic, listening to JC's fruity-ass Spotify playlist featuring Katy Perry, Jack having a fresh haircut despite this pandemic (how?), and JC's #quaratinechic look. Randomness once again ensues...

Ep. 36: BvL hosts Jack and JC transmit from their respective bunkers in Norcal and SoCal - talking about the new normal in this COVID 19 reality. Jack discusses moving to another place/celebrating a birthday during the pandemic, and JC talks about childcare and all the respective stresses associated with trying to live as normal a life as possible during the coronavirus outbreak. Will we play hoop...

Ep. 35 - BVL brings their good friend Al of VirtualPros (@VRTLPROS) back to discuss the Kings run at the 8th seed but the Coronavirus pandemic crashes everyone's party. They go all over the place talking about Al's power rankings of asian eats, Rudy Gobert, Harry Giles, social distancing strategies and finding a little bit of humor during these wild times. Intro Music by @lakeyinspired Follow Al a...

Ep. 34: Bay Area (Blue) Ball - For this week's BvL episode - The Warriors blueballed the Bay with Steph's impending return being delayed + Is JC for real trying to hoop at every SF gym? The guys talk about @IndoorHoops and their "Ball for All" service to hoopers around the country. Jack Recaps the vibe of the Kobe Memorial event on 2/24 in LA as folks try to get some closure and finally the guys d...

Ep. 33: NBA All Star Weekend and Trade Deadline Craziness - the guys and pod regular Josh Fu talk about the most intense All Star Game in years, shocking Slam Dunk Contest results, Rising Stars and Three Point Contest Recap and we touch upon the NBA's active trade deadline. Intro Music by @lakeyinspired Follow our Ball VS Life social: Instagram - @ballvslifeofficial Follow Josh Fu: Instagram and T...

Ep. 32: Super Bowl Hangover - The Kansas City Chiefs mount another unbelievable comeback to shock JC's San Francisco 49ers in an epic Super Bowl matchup. Jack tries to put some closure on the whole Kobe Bryant tragedy by discussing the Lakers official tribute to Kobe as they finally return to the court. Intro Music by @lakeyinspired Follow our Ball VS Life social: Instagram - @ballvslifeofficial F...

Jack and JC pay homage to Kobe.

Ep. 30: All Football this week as Jack and JC discuss the upcoming Super Bowl between the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs as they recap the crazy games during the 2019/2020 NFL Playoffs + they breakdown the amazing Netflix documentary about Aaron Hernandez. Hut! Intro Music by @lakeyinspired Follow our Ball VS Life social: Instagram - @ballvslifeofficial Follow JC: Instagram - @kuya...

Ep. 29: Coming into 2020 with a walk through memory lane. Jack and JC discuss being hacked, reminisce about Y2K, compare Christmas and NY between then and now & Jack's upcoming lifestyle change. Intro Music by @lakeyinspired Follow our Ball VS Life social: Instagram - @ballvslifeofficial Follow JC: Instagram - @kuyaoftheworld Follow Jack: Instagram - @jackchenwashere

Ep 28: BVL brings back YouTuber/Musician/Actor Josh Fu of The Fu Music and Local Adventurer to discuss the ugly basketball from both sides of the coast with the Hawks and Warriors. The guys go coast to coast with random musings regarding previously illegal distilled spirits all the way to back to the their love for fried poultry. Join us for a holiday episode of Ball vs Life. Intro Music by @lakey...

Ep. 27: Jack and JC talk about the Thanksgiving Holiday and share Black Friday stories - did they participate this year? Jack braves the Chicken Sandwich Zombies at Popeyes Pre-Thanksgiving. JC gets kicked in the xxxx and hits the DL yet again. The guys go all over this random episode from Baby Yoda and Disney Plus to asking OG hoopers in their 50s how they keep playing - come thru and hang out wi...

Ep. 26: Hey Hey Hey - OG Clippers Fan Leo Rejoins the guys to talk about how Kawhi Leonard and Paul George have revitalized Steve Ballmer's Clippers in Los Angeles. Jack and JC share their sentiments about Pat Beverley's continuing histrionics - but would love to have them on their teams. The usual Warriors and Lakers slander continue whenever these old-school friends get together to rep their suq...