The Max Van Auken Podcast

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is joined by the Host of Mark My Words, Mark Gunnels. They discuss Tom Brady going to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and why the market isn't that great for Cam Newton. They also give their regular season NBA Awards : MVP, DPOY, ROY, COY, SMOY, Finals Matchup, NBA Champions, and Finals MVP! This is also available on Youtube : Max Van Auken. Do...

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is joined by Charles Brinkerhoff (Coach Brink), who coached Vince Carter at Mainland High School. Coach Brink talks about when he first met Vince, what it was like coaching him, when he knew Vince was special, when he found Vince's fingerprints on top of the backboard, and more!   **Subscribe/Rate/Download**

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max reflects on all the ways the Coronavirus is effecting the entire sports world. 

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP)... Max explains how when new information presents itself, our course can change. How that apply's to the Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Rookie of the Year (ROY) Award in the NBA, and why LeBron James is the MVP and how Zion Williamson still can win ROY! Max's interview's with Carmelo Anthony and Hassan Whiteside.  Where comparisons to former N...

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max talks about his experience covering the Charlotte Hornets and what he took away from it, why Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving won't ever win a championship in Brooklyn, and the amazing performance Tyson Fury put on Deontay Wilder!  **Subscribe/Rate/Download**

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is joined by UFC fighter, Mike "Platinum" Perry.   They discuss what is coming up next with Mike, who has the most "Dog Mentality" in the UFC, Max's scoreboard theory, potential matchup with Colby Covington, Jorge Masvidal, Conor McGregor, and Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Tony Ferguson!   **Subscribe/Rate/Download**

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max explains how well run businesses/organizations move in silence, how the Warriors are championship contenders next year, the Heat did good business by signing Andre Igoudala, the Rockets could upset the Clippers in the playoffs with the new small ball lineup, 76ers need to trade Embid, and how the Timberwolves need to sign high character g...

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max reflects on the impact Kobe Bryant has had on him and the entire world. Why his prediction of the Chiefs winning the Super Bowl is great for the NFL and how Patrick Mahomes is now that face of the NFL. Who will be the face of the NBA after LeBron James? Why Max believes Jon Jones moving up to heavyweight next makes the most sense, and how...

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is joined by former WNBA Player, Adrienne Goodson. They discuss the ingredients to being successful, the increase salaries in the WNBA, Kobe Bryant's support of the WNBA, women's coaching in the NBA, the New Orleans Pelicans, the power of social media, and her new book, "Elevate your game."   **Subscribe/Rate/Download**

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max explains how the quick criticism of Zion's first half reflects today's "microwave" society. Max also theorizes how the "Copy Cat" structure of the NBA may result in a new trend of loyalty amongst the rising stars!   *Subscribe/Rate/Download*

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max explains where is was right about Conor McGregor but now what the future holds for him, his Super Bowl predictions, and he also shares his NBA/Artist comparisons!   **SUBSCRIBE/RATE/DOWNLOAD**

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is joined by Fox Sports 1 member and radio host, Rob Parker. Max explains why NBA inflation is similar to Outback vs. All you can eat, why Rob would trade Simmons before Embid, should the Lakers trade Kyle Kuzma, NBA/Marvel comparisons, and a 20 wing bet on the Lakers/Clippers match up! **Subscribe/Rate/Download** 

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is joined by NBA/College Basketball Guru, UD's Top Scorer with 2,319 Points, Host of the Sports Talk 2319 show, PG-All American and Naismith winner (2001), Rashad Phillips.  Max shares his NBA to Marvel Universe Character comparisons, they discuss Trae Young's development and the Atlanta Hawks possible acquisition of Andre Drummond, Rasha...

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max explains the difference between reacting vs. responding and how it relates to sports with examples such as, LeBron vs. Kawhi, Conor McGregor, Steve kerr and Andre Igoudala, Jr Smith, Chris Webber, and more!   *SUBSCRIBE/RATE/DOWNLOAD*

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max explains what he took away from LeBron James and Doc Rivers's comments about "load management", as well as what he took away from his interview with Lakers Head Coach, Frank Vogel, and why Kevin Garnett sounds ridiculous with his comment towards LeBron James and the Miami Heat!   *Subscribe/Rate/Download*

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is joined by Zachary Ramey from The Off The Glass Podcast/Blog. They discuss the inflation of scoring in the NBA and if it is just a trend or the new look NBA, the best duo's in NBA history and if LeBron James and Anthony Davis could go down as the best duo ever, how narratives have overlooked production, renaming the MVP award, and Zach...

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max explains why the New York Knicks will ALWAYS struggle under James Dolan and that Coach David Fizdale was not the issue, if LeBron James and Anthony Davis are the best duo ever in NBA history, and the value of self-awareness in sports!   **SUBSCRIBE/RATE/DOWNLOAD**

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max explains what he took away from his interviews with the Golden State Warriors Head Coach, Steve Kerr, and NBA Champion, Draymond Green. How this inflation of stats on the offensive end in the NBA is getting out of hand, Conor McGregor's return, and what Floyd Mayweather has planned for his return to combat sports! **Subscribe/Rate/Downloa...

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is joined by professional UFC fighter, Michael "Beast Boy" Davis. They discuss his journey to the UFC, his last TKO victory over Thomas Gifford at UFC Fight Night 161, the state of the UFC featherweight division, Conor McGregor's return, how his boxing ability is DIFFERENT, Khabib Nurmagomedov, and more!   *Subscribe/Rate/Download* 

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is joined by NBA/College Basketball Guru, UD's Top Scorer with 2,319 Points, Host of the Sports Talk 2319 show, PG-All American and Naismith winner (2001), Rashad Phillips. Max shares his Top 5 NBA players and who they would resemble in Star Wars, they discuss the new era of basketball in the NBA and if it is good for the league, Luka Don...

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max provides his LOST (Leaps Off Screen Talented) list and explains how all four athletes on his list resemble each other. Max also gives his Smart Team 6 (6 Smartest Athletes of All Time) list, and dives in depth explaining why he chose these particular athletes as well as some honorable mentions!

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max explains how over half of the league is represented by players under the age of 25 but out of those players there is only a handful to truly invest in and will be the face of the league. Max also gives his top breakout players thus far in the NBA season!   **Subscribe/Rate/Download**

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is explains the value of having a chip on your shoulder, Kawhi Leonard's load management, LeBron James, Brandon Ingram having a breakout season, Anthony Davis is not going to become a Chicago Bull, where he was right about the Boston Celtics, and his thoughts on the Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal fight!   **Subscribe/Rate/Download**

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max explains why he loves the brawl between Karl-Anthony Towns and Joel Embid, Steph Curry's injury proves his VALUE, and how LeBron James is yet again ahead of the curve!   **Subscribe/Rate/Download**

In this edition of The Max Van Auken Podcast (The MVP), Max is joined by American Top Team's Boxing Coach, Billy Padden. They talk about Greg Hardy's upcoming bout against Alexander Volkov, Greg Hardy's growth as a fighter, and a potential matchup with Derrick Lewis!   **Subscribe/Download/Rate**