Good Rookies Podcast

Good Future, we start episode 147 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the ground breaking decision for Lionel Messi to join Major League Soccer (MLS) for Inter Miami FC. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian who added their daughter Olympia, to be a part owner of the first franchise in the ew tech golf league (TGL). We conclude episode 147 with THAT'S...

Good Rules, we start episode 146 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing some new possible NBA rule changes such as rewarding coaches for successful challenges, penalizing flop attempts and how these may affect the game. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Sarah Mensah, the First Female President of Jordan Brand. We conclude episode 146 with THAT'S ABSURD where we discuss Stephen A Smith&...

Good Bid, we start episode 145 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the probability of Lebron James retiring after the Western Conference Final sweep by the Denver Nuggets. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight a few minority led ownership group options to bid for the Ottawa Senators of the NH, including one by Donovan Bailey and Snoop Dogg to include First Nations. We conclude episode 145 w...

Good Luck, we start episode 144 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the hype around the #1 Pick of 2023 NBA Draft Victor Wenbanyama, a possible conspiracy to get him to San Antonio and some predictions of his future in the NBA. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Missy Elliott (Rapper/Producer/Singer/Writer) for her achievement of the first female rapper inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall...

Good Defense , Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Sampson Brue III @Brue_Strong • Basketball Coach • Assistant Coach Oxnard College • AAU Coach • Podcaster - Garage Podcast Host @TheGaragePod We start 143 introducing Sampson Brue to discuss the 2023 NBA All Defensive Team list, some defensive rule changes we would like to see implemented and possible changes to the Defensive team format. I...

We start episode 142 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the epic battles Lakers vs Warriors highlighting stars Lebron James and Steph Curry. Suns Owner Mat Ishbia plans on providing local fans with free access to view regular season games which might start a trend. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight the 2023 NBA MVP Joel Embiid on his initiatives in honor of his late brother, Arthur and...

We start episode 141 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the interaction between Giannis Antetokounmpo and a reporter during the postgame press conference following Milwaukee Bucks first round exit. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens QB) for his recent 5 year/ $260M contract making him the NFL’s highest paid player ever - without using an agent. We conclud...

We start episode 140 with Faheem & Nelly J with the most-viewed players on NBA socials this season reported by NBA on ESPN, sharing our thoughts on why these particular players were in the top 10. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Toronto Raptors' best defender, OG Anunoby's new partnership as a part owner of with the London Lions of the British Basketball League (BBL). We co...

Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Karen Miller @KarenMiller97 • Basketball Coach • Positive Direction (PD Nation) • Coach with CYO - Catholic Youth Organization • Ambassador for Lupus Foundation https://support.lupus.org/site/TR/WTELN/General?pg=entry&fr_id=1883 We start episode 139 and introduce Karen Miller to the podcast where we discuss the status of women's basketball, the im...

Good Partnership, we start episode 138 with Faheem & Nelly J providing their predictions of the Eastern and Western Conference games in the NBA Play-In Tournament. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Steph Curry's most recent long term partnership extension with Under Armour to be President of the Curry Brand, the influence he will have on recruiting potential players to Under Armo...

Good BargainWe start episode 137 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the effect of a mid season tournament and position less All NBA selections due to a newly signed 7 year CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement). In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight a partnership with Olympic medalist Andre De Grasse and Kids Help Phone for the #FEELOUTLOUD campaign. We conclude episode 137 with THATS ABSUR...

We start episode 136 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing comments by Portland Trailblazers' star Dame Lillard expressing his concern of ring culture (JJ Redick's Old Man and the Three podcast), how NBA championships affects one's legacy and we give Lillard his flowers for keeping it real. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Sabrina Ionescu (New York Liberty) to celebrate her g...

Good Prospects, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Matthew Maurer @TheDraftReview  •  NBA Draft Historian  • Podcaster  • Basketball Researcher  https://www.thedraftreview.com/    We start episode 135 introducing Matthew Mauer to the podcast discussing some sleepers in the NCAA Tournament, the impact a strong March Madness showing can have on NBA draft se...

Updated*** We start episode 134 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the postgame rant on the current state of NBA refereeing from Toronto Raptors' PG Fred VanVleet and the effect sports betting has had on the league. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Charmaine Crooks (Canadian athlete, 5x Olympian, Current Interim President for Canada Soccer Association) where we discuss her road to suc...

We start episode 133 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the gradual decline of interest in the NBA All Star game, some factors leading to fan disappointment and solutions to make the All Star game more enjoyable. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Dawn Staley (Hall of Fame player and coach/current Head Coach of South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball) and discuss her achievements an...

Good Habits, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest Dr. Joel Kerr @thehealthinstitute @dr_j_speaks  • Founder and Director of Therapy At The Health Institute  • Strength and Conditioning Coach  • Motivational Speaker  •  http://www.thehealthinstitute.ca/ This episode returning Dr. Joel Kerr shares his analysis on the injuries of a few NBA stars known for having recurri...

We start episode 131 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the launch of a new OVO x NFL collection tailored for some of the NFL's biggest teams and the influence NFL team brands have on the culture. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight the new Women Premier League (WPL) in India, where the value of a starting franchise exceeds $100 Million, we also discuss the status of women's sports leagu...

Good Programs, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest  @Kevin Francis @diversified_youth  • Founder • Executive Director • Community Leader • Sports Enthusiast • Diversified  We start episode 130 with special guest Kevin Francis to discuss the most intriguing trades at the NBA trade deadline, the teams that upgraded and list some of the contenders for the remainder of the NBA se...

We start episode 129 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the upcoming Super Bowl LVII matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs, the historic 1st head to head facing of black quarterbacks and provide some black QB trivia. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Nicole Lynn the 1st black woman to represent a Super Bowl QB (Jalen Hurts), highlight h...

We start episode 128 with Faheem & Nelly J discussing the disappointing year for the Dallas Cowboys and Buffalo Bills after Divisional Round losses and thoughts on the progression of Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. We then discuss the NBA All Star games starting lineup, highlight our surprise vote getters and some add some viable options for East/West starters. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment...

Good Rewind, Faheem and Nelly J chat with special guest  Maliika Walker @MaliikaWalker  • Founder of TheRewind on TwitterSpaces • Writer •  🏀 Historian •  MBA • CoHost on #Hoopstresses  • We start episode 127 and introduce Maliika Walker to the podcast to discuss the WNBA announced first game in Toronto, Canada, the retirement announcement of Maya Moore from the WNBA and...

We start episode 126 with Faheem and Nelly J giving predictions for the 2023 NFL Wildcard games. We then discuss the number of NBA players having 50 point nights and some possible reasons for the rapid scoring. In our FOR THE CULTURE segment we highlight Fisk University's first black gymnastics team to compete at the NCAA Super 16 tournament, the effect the achievement may have on future gymnast a...

Good Recovery, Faheem & Nelly J we start episode 125 with Faheem and Nelly J sharing overall thoughts and surprises of both NBA Conferences at the halfway point of the season. We then highlight Damar Hamlin, starting safety for the Buffalo Bills, in our FOR THE CULTURE segment to discuss the unfortunate on field incident, the untimely tweet by Skip Bayless and the impact it may have on the lea...

Good Review, Faheem & Nelly J start the EP 124 sharing our thoughts on a Patriots fan who kept his cool while being faced with a belligerent Raiders fan after an NFL game. We then go to a year in a review segment discussing the Best Athlete, Best Game/Match, #EpicFail and most Memorable moments of 2022.  We then highlight Rudy Gobert, 2 x DPOY of the year,  in our FOR THE CULTURE seg...

Happy Holidays Good Rookies Fam!  Good Academy, Faheem & Nelly J start the EP 123 with our thoughts on the modern day classic World Cup Final, the GOAT of football discussion (Pele & Messi) and how the alleged race issues of Argentina affect the national football team. We then highlight Luol Deng (Former NBA player/President of the Republic of South Sudan Basketball Federation) in our...