The 40/40 Vision Podcast

Inspired by HBO’s Winning Time series about the Showtime Lakers, episode 12 features Osama and Khaled discussing the three biggest what-ifs that shaped the NBA in the 1980s and for decades to come. They also share their favorite nuggets from the Jeff Pearlman book “Showtime” that inspired the series including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar being a grouch, Magic Johnson being a sex addict, and Spencer Haywood...

On episode 22 of The 40/40 Vision Podcast, we welcome San Jose State legend Terry Cannon to talk about his journey from Crenshaw to the Bay Area. Terry lead Crenshaw High to a state title in 1989 before going on to a storied career with the Spartans where he ranks 7th on the all-time scoring list. Terry went on to play in SF and LA pro-am leagues after college where he teamed up with legends like...

On Episode 24 of The 40/40 Vision Podcast, we welcome ESPN host and anchor Arda Öcal to talk about his journey from public access radio in Canada to the worldwide leader in sports. We also cover his personal identity journey and his prestigious gaming world records.  Arda is an NHL on ESPN host and a SportsCenter anchor who also hosts SportsCenter on Snapchat, SportsNation, and has contributed to...

The Present and Future of The Athletics - with Ron Cook of The St. Louis Sportists Podcast We were honored to be a guest on The St. Louis Sportists Podcast to discuss the current and future state of The Athletics. St. Louis and Oakland share a common (and unfortunate bond) - losing beloved sports franchises. In the first episode of the Sportist Conversations, Khaled Abdallah, host of the 40/40 Vis...

In this episode of the 40 40 Vision podcast, host Khaled Abdallah and guest Ryan Schofield delve into the world of St. Louis Cardinals fandom, exploring the emotional connections fans have with their teams and the pivotal what ifs in Cardinals history. They discuss the significance of Oscar Taveras and Albert Pujols, examining the impact of their respective careers on the franchise and the what-if...

This episode of The 40/40 Vision Podcast explores the history of professional football teams in St. Louis, focusing on the reasons behind their relocations, the impact on the city, and the dynamics of ownership and stadium politics. The discussion covers the Cardinals' move from Chicago, the Rams' success and struggles in St. Louis, and the eventual departure of the Rams, highlighting the...

In this episode of the 4040 Vision podcast, hosts Khaled Abdallah and Sulman Haque dive into their predictions for the 2024 NFL season, analyzing each division's teams, their over/under win totals, and how their expectations matched the actual outcomes. They discuss standout performances, surprising teams, and the implications of injuries on team success, providing insights into the evolving l...

In this episode of the 4040 Vision podcast, hosts Khaled Abdallah and Sulman Haque dive into their predictions for the 2024 NFL season, analyzing each division's teams, their over/under win totals, and how their expectations matched the actual outcomes. They discuss standout performances, surprising teams, and the implications of injuries on team success, providing insights into the evolving lands...

In this episode of The 40/40 Vision Podcast, host Khaled Abdallah interviews The Zodiac GM, who discusses the intersection of astrology and basketball. The conversation covers The Zodiac GM's journey into astrology, his methodology for analyzing player compatibility, and the role of coaches in team dynamics.  They explore successful predictions, notable trades, and the public's reception of astrol...

On this episode of 40/40 Shorts we take a snippet from the "Top 3 What Ifs in Atlanta Falcons History" episode and discuss Brett Favre's career. Brett Favre's Hall of Fame career began in Atlanta, but what if the Falcons had kept him instead of trading him to Green Bay? In this episode, we imagine an alternate NFL history where Favre became the face of the Falcons. Would he have transformed Atlant...

This episode of The 40/40 Vision Podcast with Ron Cook of The St Louis Sportists Podcast delves into the rich history of professional sports in St. Louis, focusing on the Cardinals, Blues, Rams, Hawks, and the evolution of soccer in the city. The discussion highlights the deep-rooted connections between the teams and the community, the triumphs and challenges faced by the franchises, and the cultu...

In this episode of The 40/40 Vision Podcast, host Khaled Abdallah and guest Derek Showtime Jr. explore pivotal 'what if' moments in Atlanta Falcons history. They discuss the implications of the 1981 NFC Divisional Championship loss, the trade of Brett Favre, the infamous 28-3 Super Bowl collapse, and the impact of Michael Vick's career on the franchise. The conversation culminates in a hopeful out...

In this episode of The 40/40 Vision podcast, host Khaled Abdallah speaks with Chris Deeley, sports writer and author of 'Forgotten Nations: The Incredible Stories of Football in the Shadows'. They delve into the CONIFA Football World Cup, a tournament for unrecognized nations and ethnic groups, exploring the stories behind these teams, the impact of climate change on small nations, and the asserti...

In this episode of The 40-40 Vision Podcast, host Khaled Abdallah interviews Ron Jones, CEO of Collective Minds Inc. and creator of the basketball pickup app, Are They Hooping? Ron shares his lifelong passion for basketball, his journey into mobile development, and the inspiration behind his app. He discusses how ATH differentiates itself from general meetup apps by focusing solely on basketball,...

Join us as we dive into the hottest superlatives and biggest surprises of the 2024-25 NBA season so far ! 🌟 From breakout players to early MVP candidates, we’re breaking down who’s shining and who’s surprising fans the most. We’ll cover everything from the best rookie debuts, standout team performances, and wild stats to the biggest surprises and disappointments. Plus, check out our predictions o...

The 2024 NFL season is heating up, and we've officially hit the midseason mark! In this episode, we’re bringing you a mix of **hot** and **mild takes** as we predict how the rest of the season will unfold. Are the Lions the real Super Bowl favorites? Will Jared Goff win the MVP race, or is there a dark horse contender on the rise? We're also discussing breakout players, underperforming teams, and...

Get ready for the 2024-25 NBA season as we break down the over/under win totals for every team in the Western Conference! 🏀 Can the defending champs hold their ground? Will emerging teams make a surprising playoff push? And what are the dark horse teams you should keep an eye on? From superstar predictions to team-by-team breakdowns, we’re covering every angle. Join us as we analyze roster change...

Welcome back, basketball fans! This time, we're diving into the 2024-25 NBA Eastern Conference over/under win totals for each team! 🏀 Can the Bucks and Celtics dominate the East as expected? Will young squads like the Magic and Pistons surprise us? And what teams could be the big sleepers this season? We’ll break down offseason moves, roster depth, coaching impacts, and give you our over/under pr...

On this episode of The 40/40 Vision Podcast, we welcome author Ray Hartjen to discuss his book, “Immaculate: How the Steelers Saved Pittsburgh?”. We discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 70s and how the Steelers helped the city go through a deindustrialization transformation and become a new economy success story. The conversation also covers the Steelers' rivalry with the Raiders and the Imm...

In this episode of The 4040 Vision Podcast, the hosts discuss the US Open from a historical perspective. They explore the prestige of the tournament compared to Wimbledon and the traditions associated with each. They also delve into the dominance of American players at the US Open, particularly Serena and Venus Williams, and the most successful American male players. The conversation touches on th...

On this episode of The 40/40 Vision Podcast, Robert Littal, founder of Black Sports Online (BSO), shares his journey in sports journalism and the creation of his website. He started BSO as a way to keep his name out there and provide a different perspective in sports media. The website gained traction through social media and breaking unique stories. In this conversation, Robert Littal discusses h...

In this episode of the 40 40 Vision podcast, hosts Sulman and Khaled discuss the 2024 AFC outlook and make predictions on each team's win totals. The win totals are based on what we know as of August 29, 2023 and are provided by FanDuel. They start with the Kansas City Chiefs, the defending AFC champions, and discuss their projected win total of 11.5. They debate whether the Chiefs will go ove...

In this episode of The 40/40 Vision podcast, hosts Khaled and Sulman discuss the 2024 NFC outlook and make predictions on whether each team will go over or under their projected win total for the 2024 season. The win totals are based on what we know as of August 29, 2023. In this conversation, Khaled and Sulman discuss their predictions for the win totals of various NFL teams. They analyze each te...

In this episode of the 40 40 Vision podcast, the hosts redraft the top 16 picks from the 2020 NFL draft. They discuss the potential of the players selected and debate whether they would stick with the original picks or make different choices. The conversation covers topics such as the performance of quarterbacks Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert, the impact of wide receivers Justin Jefferson and CeeDe...

In this episode of The 40/40 Vision Podcast, Matt Brown, of ‘Extra Points’ discusses his book 'What If: A Closer Look at College Football's Great Questions' and his love for college football.  He shares how his passion for the sport started and how it grew during his college years. They also discuss the lack of interest in college sports in certain regions, the research process for the...