Beyond The Arc with Brandon Silvers

The men's college basketball programs in the state of South Carolina aren't expected to make a lot of noise in March this season, but it wasn't always like that! There was one season in particular that stands out, so let's take a look at it as well as why none of the in-state programs have been able to replicate that success! The Rundown: 00:00 Intro 02:42 The Clemson Tigers 05:06 The South Caroli...

From NBA Rookie of the Year to hitting the game-winning shot in the NBA Finals to starring in "Uncle Drew," it looked like Kyrie Irving was on the path to mainstream stardom! So how did we get here? I take a look back at Kyrie's bizarre journey, how the NBA dropped the ball, and the parts of the backlash that Kyrie is receiving that makes me uncomfortable! The Rundown: 00:00 Intro 01:30 Looking Ba...

Happy Halloween! There's a lot going on in the sports world! In true Beyond The Arc fashion, let's take a look at it through a special lens! That's right, we're discussing today's sports news using the help of some of the scariest stories EVER! The Rundown: 00:00 Intro 01:15 The Monkey's Paw 12:27 The Iconic Scene from "The Silence of the Lambs" 17:40 The Tell-Tale Heart Send us an email at: beyon...

Everybody has an opinion on the GOAT debate between Michael Jordan and LeBron! But which one of them has dropped the better documentary? I take a look at LeBron's Redeem Team documentary, who was REALLY to blame for Team USA's performance at the 2004 Olympics, and how Kobe used the 2008 Olympics to take his career to the next level! The Rundown: 00:00 Intro 03:25 The 2004 US Olympic Men's Basketba...

The 2022-23 NBA season is about to start and a lot has happened this offseason! Whether you're a diehard NBA fan, a casual, or just want to sound smart talking to other people, I've got you covered! In Part 3, I let you know who the worst teams in the league are, why they are so terrible, and if there's any hope for the future! The Rundown: 00:00 Intro 00:49 New York Knicks 03:00 Indiana Pacers 04...

We're Talking Basketball! 1st Annual NBA Season Preview Part 2: The Playoff Contenders! The 2022-23 NBA season is about to start and a lot has happened this offseason! Whether you're a diehard NBA fan, a casual, or just want to sound smart talking to other people, I've got you covered! In Part 2, I let you know who is going to compete for a playoff spot this year, why, and why they aren't quite ch...

The 2022-23 NBA season is about to start and a lot has happened this offseason! Whether you're a diehard NBA fan, a casual, or just want to sound smart talking to other people, I've got you covered! In Part 1, I let you know who is going to compete for the NBA title this year, why, and what might trip them up! 00:00 Intro 01:35 Preview Starts 02:48 Golden State Warriors 07:07 Boston Celtics 11:22...

Social media has been on fire with cheating scandals in chess AND fishing! I walk you through the details of each scandal, compare them to cheating scandals of the past, and crown the Most Prolific Sports Cheater of All-Time! The Rundown: 00:00 Intro 01:20 Cheating in Chess and George Costanza 05:53 Fishing Tourney Scandal and Law & Order: SVU 09:14 I, Tonya 11:09 More Like Houston Trashtros 1...

Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka and NFL Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre have each had scandals break recently, and there's been an uproar in how much coverage each story is receiving! I break down the driving forces behind what makes news "news" and what you can do to change how stories get covered! We're talking Woj vs. Shams, racial disparities, sex, how to support independent journalists, and more!...

There has been a lot of awful sports news recently! From the suspension of Celtics coach Ime Udoka to Kyrie Irving being Kyrie Irving to Brett Favre misappropriating funds from the poorest people in the state of Mississippi. However, one story will be picked by the Wheel of Unfortune and I'll bring you a solution to it as well! The Rundown: 00:00 Intro 01:34 Ime Udoka Scandal 02:08 Kyrie Being Kyr...

Basketball season is right around the corner, so Danny Foxworth joins the show to talk about Charleston's old professional basketball team, the Lowgators! We discuss Brandon's time as a ballboy for the team, the ESPN documentary about the Lowgators' inaugural season "Down Low: Life In The D-League," Danny's run-in with future NBA star Matt Barnes, and what we'd do if we were in charge of running a...

Serena Williams' legendary career has come to an end! I take a look back at all she's accomplished, why it was so impressive, and the impact she's left behind on the tennis world! The Rundown: 00:00 Intro 01:36 Serena's Final Match And Her Accomplishments 03:35 Why Serena's Career Was So Incredible 05:30 Can You Be Physically Strong And Feminine? 07:20 The Angry Black Woman Trope 08:50 Thriving On...

Zoomers get a bad wrap, but is that unfair? Sports stories about the Florida A&M football team overcoming administrative issues and the Jackson St. football team battling through a city-wide water crisis lead me to believe that we might be underestimating Gen-Z. And a trip to the University of Missouri brings it full circle as I'm inspired to do what I can to make it easier for the generation...

I'm joined by Beyond The Arc with Brandon Silvers Special Correspondent and former USC-Upstate Sports Reporter Brett Gosnell as we do a deep dive on what's going to happen this college football season! In this Alabama Offensive Lineman-sized episode, we break down each SEC team, zoom out to take a look at the national picture, Brett tells us what Vegas is saying, AND we hit you with some late '90s...

Youth sports are supposed to be fun for kids. However, as we've seen in recent headlines, that's not always the case. I talk about the main problem with youth sports and how it has long-lasting effects all the way up to the professional level. Also, terms of the Big Ten's media rights deal dropped and these schools are about to get PAID! I take at why chasing more money isn't always the right thin...

Beyond The Arc with Brandon Silvers hit the road for an Atlanta Sports Weekend! Listen in as I tell you about my experiences going to see the WNBA's Atlanta Dream and the Atlanta United of the MLS! I also talk about my feelings on smaller sporting event venues, what Charleston can learn about how Atlanta showcases culture, my battle with technology, and more! The Rundown:  01:09 Atlanta Dream...

The MLB Playoffs are just around the corner, but is that enough time to start caring about the game again? I'm joined by baseball aficionado and Landrum, South Carolina's very own Brett Gosnell as we discuss some common misconceptions about the game, how the sport can become better, and who we grew up watching as he helps me rediscover my baseball fandom! The Rundown: 02:04 Where MLB Succeeds And...

This week I discuss Kyler Murray's work ethic, how his contract's "homework" clause was just the latest in a series of slights against elite Black QBs this summer, why the narratives surrounding Black QBs has been slow to change, and what needs to be done to speed up that that change. Also, video games! The Rundown: 00:33 Examining Kyler Murray's Work Ethic 05:09 A Black QB Stereotyping Renaissanc...

Can't decide whether or not to watch ESPN's 7-part documentary on former New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter? Me either! Let's make up our minds together as I break down whether or not "The Captain" was overrated as a player, why it wasn't necessarily his fault that he was so guarded off the field, and what would go in my own personal memorabilia gift basket! The Rundown:  01:34 Baseball's...

The WNBA is growing in popularity, but are they targeting the right fans? I discuss how they're missing the mark with their current marketing strategy and the relationship between how the league treats its players and fan growth. I also talk about the hidden dangers of being a star sports media personality, try to break some LeBron James news, and give some much-needed, unsolicited advice to the t...

Brandon launches the new version of Beyond The Arc by breaking down his favorite reality show: the NBA offseason! He examines how Kevin Durant became this offseason's main character, why NBA fans are so critical of players choosing the "easy" path, and if it's possible for KD to change public opinion of himself.  The Rundown: 00:45 Kevin Durant As The Main Character 05:24 KD, John Q., And Elo...

Local fitness phenom and sports training savant, Davon Gilliard of Can't Stop Training and The Vault, joins Brandon and Mika for this week's episode. Listen as the three talk about the state of sports in South Carolina.  Catch up with Davon: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cantstoptraining/ On the interwebs -   https://linktr.ee/GoGreen_CST , https://www.cantstoptraining.com/ Podca...

On this episode of The Beyond the Arc Podcast, host Brandon and producer Mika discuss...PInk Pants! Or, rather, women coaches, the marketability of women athletes and more. Podcast Description Are you looking for sports news with something extra? Come join me on the Beyond The Arc with Brandon Silvers where I break down today’s hottest sports topics in a way that makes sense whether you’re a rooki...

Welcome to the pilot episode of the Beyond the Arc Podcast hosted by Brandon Silvers.  On this episode Brandon and BTA producer, Mika Gadsden, discuss the Brian Flores bombshell discrimination case. More About Beyond the Arc: Are you looking for sports news with something extra? Come join me on the Beyond The Arc with Brandon Silvers where I break down today’s hottest sports topics in a way t...