The Flat Out Podcast

Drafted in 2011 by the Los Angeles Lakers, Chukwudi Maduabum has had himself a healthy dose of professional hoops around the world. The 6'10 center who recently resigned in Japan opens up on his career journey, the business of basketball, Nigerian national team snubs, cultural shock and so much more. New Episodes drop EVERY WEEK. Subscribe now and also check us out on Instagram, Twitter, Faceb...

On this Episode, Ade of D'tigers Den joins us on the show where we talk Nigerian Basketball, the ongoing Afrocan tournament, upcoming Women's Afrobasket and so much more New Episodes drop EVERY WEEK. Subscribe now and also check us out on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and our website- Theflatoutshow.com Follow The Flat Out Show on All Social Media https://linktr.ee/Theflatoutpodcast

Our co- host, Valentine played his first professional game last week and like everyone who's been on that stage, the feeling is ecstatic. The crew talks about their very first pro game, team dynamics, player adjustments and so much more. New Episodes drop EVERY WEEK. Subscribe now and also check us out on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and our website- Theflatoutshow.com Follow The Flat Out Show...

"I been Steph Curry with the shot, Been cookin’ with the sauce, Chef Curry with the pot, boy" - Drake (0-100). Music and basketball have co-existed perfectly since the sport was created and to date, music plays a huge part in elevating the status of the game globally. But to every "ying" is a "yang". The crew dives into the impact of this bond on players and fans, why it is so important, especiall...

When the social media bug hit the sports world, it helped elevate the status of the game to new heights but those huge leaps come with a price. On this episode, the crew dissects the infamous growth of highlight culture in the basketball world and how being a true student of the game has been set aside New Episodes drop EVERY WEEK. Subscribe now and also check us out on Instagram, Twitter, Faceboo...

Valentine makes a case for Nigerian national league players after their solid performance at the FIBA World cup qualifiers in Angola. The crew also breaks down the upcoming BAL season and how the recent trades in the NBA have shifted the paradigm for the season. #nba #basketballafricaleague #nigeria #dtigers #basketball #theflatoutshow #flatoutwithkomo New Episodes drop EVERY WEEK. Subscribe now a...

Basketball has evolved so much and players' skillset is through the roof. Unfortunately, the intricacies that make the game whole have been lost during this immense development. In this episode, Komo and Valentine discuss a few things they feel may bring push the competitive edge to a new level. KINDLY SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST PLATFORMS  Anchor: http://anchor.fm/theflatoutpodcast  Apple...

On this episode of the show, we welcome Ali Abubakar who is a cinematographer and filmmaker who recently got his certification from a top-rated film academy. Shogomongo as he's fondly called by his peers found a way to transition into filmmaking after years of playing basketball at a high level. He talks about his experiences growing up in the game, living in different parts of Nigeria, and how ta...

Season 4 of the show tips off with an exclusive with Chukwuebuka Valentine, co-founder of the 82 International Waters and also the co-host of this show. Quick backstory-- 82 International Waters is an organization that caters to the needs of people in the basketball community at home and abroad. Valentine talks about his growth and experiences as a young kid who grew up in Dubai before relocating...

Boston Celtics take on the Golden State Warriors for the 2022 NBA title and this has the makings of a classic. With both teams playing at a high level on both ends of the floor, the little details become the game changer. On this episode which is split into two parts, we talk about what to expect from both teams in the matchup, and in the second part, we recap the Game 1 of the finals and give out...

A picture speaks a thousand words and every picture tells a different story. The art of capturing the moment hasn't been more important than we've witnessed in recent times and the message passed through these images stands the test of time. We take a walk with Photographer, Maester Edward who shot the just concluded Owerri Basketball Classic in Imo State. He talks about the tournament, the goals...

Ballers Zone!!! What started as a way to just connect with people and make friends within the basketball community has turned into a resource center where information, bants, and highlights are shared across the globe. Needless to say how impactful the platform has become for young athletes in the country who have gained opportunities through it.  On this episode, we had a chat with the found...

The NBA playoffs has been everything we could ask for. Intense, entertaining match ups with a few upsets but the big question remains "Who wins it all?".

Blockchain Technology, Cryptocurrency, Non Fungible Tokens (NFTs)... All part of the future, not restricted to constructs of a financial system. Although it's all in the early stages, there's no disputing how powerful this decentralized network will be in a few years.  Vitalis N, a creative and crypto enthusiast explains what the crypto space is about, the projections for the future, its impa...

Infrastructure plays a key role in global development irrespective of what sector it may be. The growth of sports in Africa is highly dependent on how much world class facilities that can be erected. It's a matter of time till people realise that this could be the only block standing between Africans and domination at every level.

In this episode, we take a dive into the business of basketball as it relates to African athletes playing overseas. The system back home is faulted and we are left in a bubble of our own without understanding the nuances of the business and how to make use of the hand we are dealt. This episode breaks down the various classifications players are categorized into while trying to get a contract over...

Nigerians... African athletes aim to play with the best around the world but the path to this goal is far from easy. Our guest, Daniel Chukwumah is a basketball coach, scout and the Co-host of the Radio show, Courtside on Nigeria Info. He gives us his views on today's media and how athletes can put themselves in the right position to achieve their athletic/career goals.

Growing up in Ebute metta, Lagos, Joseph popularly known as "Alonzo" amongst his pairs has come a long way. His journey to Italy chasing a professional basketball career has been far from a fairytale. On his episode, he talks about experiences so far, the way the italian basketball system is set up and what's next on the list to be accomplished. KINDLY SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST PLATFORMS  Anchor: h...

On this episode , we take a quick look at the Nigerian Basketball Saga and the implications of action taken so far. With the possibiltiy of a FIBA sanction, the question remains, how long till this changes. We also take a quick drive into the evolution of the game and highlight one major factor that may have been lost as the talent level in the game reaches an all time high.  

In the last few weeks, we've seen the NBA's best go into COVID protocols and isolation while opening up opportunities for some old and new names into the league. The 10 day contracts keep coming. The most anticipated returns: Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson Ja Morant and Trae young: True definition of the term, Point Guard 

"There's beauty in the struggle, Ugliness in the success" - J Cole. "I've failed over and over again, that's why i succeed" - Micheal Jordan "Show me someone okay with losing & I'll show you a Loser" - Chris Paul Start year 2022 making a choice and taking a chance without the fear of failing Instrumental: Jay Z - Renegade

On this episode of the show, we talk about a few misconceptions and assumptions that the society has about the game and those who play it. Right or wrong, we can be certain it's worth talking about!

We welcome back one of our very first guests and friend of the show, Oduleye Adebayo to chat on this topic. The evolution of basketball has favoured the highly skilled but how much till the gritty get to run the show.  We also look at Steph's path to smashing the All time three point leaders record, Music and Basketball, Staples Center to Crypto.com arena and the most iconic kicks of all time in o...

In 2018, Adenike put up a Q&A on Facebook and was asked this "If you want to make me happy, just give me ....." The answer was "A scholarship to continue my education and my basketball career" Three years later, she's living the dream. Currently playing for a  Professional team in Hungary, Adenike talks about her journey, growing up in Osun state, Nigeria , her move to Hungary and so much more on...

Introduction of new segments, the Nigerian basketball dilemma, FIBA WC Qualifiers, the Crypto space and the NBA as it is today.... Episode 80 in all its goodness 😁