The Buck Stops Here – S7E6: Rock Hall 2026 Class Revealed + Basketball Hall Drama

Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan break down the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 2026 inductee class, announced live on American Idol (yes, really). They analyze the front-door inductees—Billy Idol, Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Joy Division/New Order, Oasis, Sade, Luther Vandross, and Wu-Tang Clan—and debate the snubs: Mariah Carey, Pink, Lauryn Hill, and more. Plus: deep dives into the Early Influence, Musical Excellence, and Ahmet Ertegun Award recipients; a quick but fiery take on the Basketball Hall of Fame's female-heavy class; Patriots Hall updates; the inaugural Hispanic Football Hall of Fame; WWE Hall of Fame previews; and a heartfelt In Memoriam segment. Don't miss Evan's milestone announcement about closing the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ballot for the first time since 2023!🎧 Loved the episode?✅ Subscribe to The Buck Stops Here wherever you get your podcasts✅ Vote in the United States Athletics Hall of Fame commentator ballot—coming soon at theusahof.com✅ Comment below: Who was your biggest Rock Hall snub this year?✅ Share this episode with a fellow Hall of Fame debate enthusiast✅ Check out the new Hype button on the video! Click it to give us more exposure!