Omar Zahran

Deep Cover Podcast

Sports EN ↓ 118 episodes

Commentary about the sports world that goes beyond the box score and highlights, hosted by Omar Zahran

Author

Omar Zahran

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Sports

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

#68 - The Magic of Sports Movies & the Art of Storytelling w/ Drew Davis 18.07.2025

Welcome back to the Deep Cover Podcast. It's summertime, which means we have some exploratory content! This week let's talk cinema. I am joined by Drew Davis, host of "Too Good To Be Drew" to discuss what makes a great sports movie, why we keep coming back, and how the genre has evolved over the years in both technology and storytelling. It's a great conversation and I hope y...

#67 - Aprons, the Luxury Tax, & the Impact on Free Agency w/ Chris Lindsey 10.07.2025

Welcome back to the Deep Cover Podcast. This week I am joined by Chris Lindsey. Chris and I discuss the NBA offseason, the impact of the new CBA on team building, and how the parity era has shifted the NBA landscape. Thank you for joining me on the Deep Cover Podcast, if you enjoyed this episode please consider following on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Spotify. A big thanks to Chris for joining me...

#66 - A Memphis Reset w/ Francis Carlota 27.06.2025

Welcome back to the Deep Cover Podcast. This week I'm joined by Francis Carlota, host of Tigers Live from Bluff City Media. In this episode we discuss the fallout of the NBA Finals, the Kevin Durant and Desmond Bane trades, the future of the Memphis Grizzlies, and why national media targets the city of Memphis with insults. Thank you as always for listening to this episode, if you enjoy this p...

#65 - College Sports Revenue Sharing & the Unknown Path Ahead w/ Sara Kiesler 22.06.2025

Welcome back to another episode of the Deep Cover Podcast! This week I am joined by Sara Kiesler to discuss all things revenue sharing in college sports. We touch on the impact of the new $20.5M revenue sharing agreement, how this impacts non-revenue sports, and just how whacky things are about to get on the collegiate level. Thank you as always for tuning into the podcast, if you enjoyed this epi...

#64 - Tyrese Haliburton: A Most Fascinating Basketball Player 19.06.2025

Welcome back to the Deep Cover Podcast. This week, I had some thoughts about Tyrese Haliburton. Join me to talk about his game, the debates about his superstar status, and why putting him in a box is basically impossible. Thanks for tuning into the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider following on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Also check out my written articles on deepcove...

#63 - A Conversation About Racism in Arenas w/ Ryan Rucker 23.05.2025

Welcome back to the Deep Cover Podcast. This week I am joined by Ryan Rucker, host of the Courtside Forever Podcast. Ryan and I discuss the recent trend of fans making racist comments to players, the Angel Reese/Caitlin Clark dynamic, and we end it with a preview of the Eastern Conference Finals (Ryan is a Pacers fan, and I am a Knicks fan). Thank you for tuning into another episode of the podcast...

#62 - Pete Rose is No Longer Banned, Now What? w/ Girls at the Ballpark 20.05.2025

Recently, Pete Rose and the 1919 Black Sox had their lifetime bans revoked by MLB. It's a decision that has opened the door for Rose and the Black Sox to be elected into the Hall of Fame. But with this comes the context of baseball's self perceived purity, and potentially opens the door for the players from the steroid era to eventually be absolved. To discuss this topic, I am joined by Ne...

#61 - The Present and Future of the LA Lakers w/ Ken Cosey 13.05.2025

Welcome back to Deep Cover. This week I am joined by Ken Cosey to talk about the LA Lakers. We discuss the reverberating impacts of the Luka Doncic trade, how Lakers fans feel about LeBron James, and what the future of the franchise looks like. A special thank you to Ken for joining me. Make sure to give him a follow HERE . If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to give us a follow on Apple Podcas...

#60 - Show About Football w/ Griffin Prock 08.05.2025

Welcome back to another edition of the Deep Cover Podcast. This week I'm joined by Griffin Prock, host of Show About Sports. Griff and I go into some NFL this week, as we talk about NIL in college football, the fallout of the Draft, and some teams to watch out for this season. Thank you as always for tuning into another episode of the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider follo...

#59 - NFL Draft and Offseason Recap w/ Black Girls Love Football 05.05.2025

Welcome back to another edition of the Deep Cover Podcast. Let's talk some NFL this week. I am joined by Adrianna from Black Girls Love Football to talk about her platform, the NFL Draft, Shedeur Sanders, and a bunch of other NFL topics. It's a great conversation that I think you'll enjoy! A special thank you to Adrianna for joining me this week on the podcast, please make sure to foll...

#58 - The Present & Future of the Memphis Grizzlies w/ Francis Carlota 29.04.2025

Welcome to another edition of the Deep Cover Podcast. This week I am joined by Francis Carlota of Bluff City Media to discuss the Memphis Grizzlies. In the wake of their first round exit against OKC, we talk about the future of Ja Morant, the progression of Jaren Jackson Jr, the head coaching search, and much more! Thank you for tuning into another episode of the podcast. If you enjoyed this episo...

#57 - The Integration & Future of the Sports Betting Industry w/ Gary Garrison 23.04.2025

Welcome back to the Deep Cover Podcast. This week I am joined by Gary Garrison from "Gary G3 Garrison - A Sports Betting Substack". Gary joins me to talk about the state of the gambling industry, where it's headed, and how it will continue to be a factor in the sports space. Thank you for tuning into another episode, if you enjoyed this episode please consider following on Spotify, Y...

#56 - 2025 NBA Playoffs Preview 18.04.2025

Welcome back to another edition of the Deep Cover Podcast! This week it's all about the NBA Playoffs. Let's walk through each series for some things to look for in each matchup. If you liked this episode, please consider following on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. See you all next week!

#55 - National Anthem Protests in Sports & a Candian Perspective of Current US Policy w/ Kalli Ringelberg 14.04.2025

Welcome back to another episode of the Deep Cover Podcast. We live in unprecedented political times, and as such that has permeated the world of sports. National anthem booing has become a common occurrence in games being played in Canada. This week I am joined by Kalli Ringelberg to discuss this. Kalli is a Canadian and we discuss the Canadian perspective of anthem booing and current perceptions...

#54 - The Modern Dodgers & the Attempted Erasure of the Past w/ JoJo Mueller 10.04.2025

Welcome back to another edition of the Deep Cover Podcast. This week, let's talk a little LA Dodgers. I am joined by JoJo Mueller, the co-host of the "Good to See You with Coach Karl & Joey Blue" podcast. In our conversation we talk about what it's like to cover a team contending for titles, the international appeal of the team, and the infuriating erasure of Jackie Robinson&...

#53 - Fan Experiences, Entrepreneurship, and the State of the Suns w/ Karrie Idstein 07.04.2025

Welcome back to another edition of the Deep Cover Podcast. This week let's talk some business. I am joined by Karrie Idstein, CEO and founder of Game Chasers, a sports fan concierge service based in Phoenix. In our conversation Karrie talks about her business, the challenges that come with it, and we have a little vent session about the Phoenix Suns. It's a great conversation and I hope yo...

#52 - NIL, Title IX, & the Uncertainty of College Sports' Future w/ Sara Kiesler 04.04.2025

Welcome back to the Deep Cover Podcast. This week let's talk about the legality and business of college sports. I am joined by Sara Kiesler, a former sports journalist and current political consultant. We discuss the changes to Title IX, the lack of equity in NIL, and what the future of college athletics looks like in this ever-changing landscape. Thank you for tuning in this week, and a big t...

#51 - Art, Sports, & Making a Difference w/ Carling Jackson 31.03.2025

Welcome back to another episode of the Deep Cover Podcast. This week I am joined by Carling Jackson, a portrait artist that specializes in athlete portraits. We discuss her athletic career, pivoting to art, and how she felt compelled to take part in social justice initiatives. It's a great conversation and I hope you enjoy hearing her story. Thank you as always for tuning in to the podcast, an...

#50 - Building Safe Spaces in Baseball w/ Girls at the Ballpark 27.03.2025

Welcome back to another episode of the Deep Cover Podcast. This week, I am joined by Neha from Girls at the Ballpark. We discuss how she is building a safe community for baseball fans, the sexism that occurs at games, and the state of baseball in 2025. If you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, please consider subscribing on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and YouTube. A special thanks to Neha for joinin...

#49 - Women's Basketball & Sports Fandom w/ Deadria Clarke 24.03.2025

Welcome back to another episode of the Deep Cover Podcast. This week I am joined by Deadria Clarke. We talk about her journey as a sports fan, the struggles of creating a community online, and the continued growth of women's basketball. Thank you for listening to the podcast! If you enjoyed this episode please consider following on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. A special thank you to D...

#48 - Fandom, Growth, and the Representation of Women's Sports w/ Tanya Hayles 20.03.2025

Welcome back to another episode of the Deep Cover Podcast. Today, I am joined by Tanya Hayles to talk about women's sports. In our conversation we discuss her journey into sports fandom, the hostility of men, the importance of representation, and the future of women's sports leagues. Thank you for tuning in to this week's podcast episode. If you liked this episode, please consider subs...

#47 - The Changing Way That the NBA is Covered w/ Robert Williams 14.03.2025

Welcome back to another episode of the Deep Cover Podcast. This week I am joined by my good friend Robert Williams to talk some NBA. On this episode we talk about the way the NBA is covered, the face of the league debate, and the future state of the business of the NBA. Thank you for tuning in to another episode of the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcas...

#46 - Zach Martin, the State of the Cowboys, and How We Evaluate Offensive Lines w/ Aaron B 06.03.2025

Welcome back to another episode of the Deep Cover Podcast. This week let's get into some Dallas Cowboys and offensive line talk! I am joined by Aaron B, host of Tacos and Touchdowns Live and Hook Em Headlines. Aaron and I talk about the retirement of Zach Martin, his impact in Cowboys history, the state of the team moving forward, and surveying how we evaluate offensive line play in today'...

#45 - Has the Idea of an All-Star Game Lost Its Appeal? 21.02.2025

Welcome back to the Deep Cover Podcast. This week let's talk about the All Star Game. A lot of people hate them now, but has their moment come and gone? Let's discuss. Thank you for tuning in to week's episode of the podcast. If you enjoyed the episode please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Spotify. We'll see you next week!

#44 - The Artistry & Imagery of Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show w/ Marguerite Wasinski 13.02.2025

Welcome back to the Deep Cover Podcast. This week, let's deviate a bit and talk a little bit about Kendrick Lamar and the Super Bowl Halftime Show. I am joined this week by writer and filmmaker Marguerite Wasinski. So let's get into the performance, the symbolism, and what has turned into a profound cultural moment. Thank you for tuning in to the podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, pleas...

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