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The Game Plan
by The Game Plan
Michael Asiffo, Giancarlo Aulino, and Aaron Zaretsky - who produced sports programming for Toronto radio station VIBE 105.5FM - provide sports content in the form of interviews with some of the most respected athletes, broadcasters, coaches, and celebrities to discuss the latest in the world of sports and entertainment as well as their accomplishments and everything in-between. From time to time, they also sit down for a roundtable to discuss the latest and share their opinions on some the biggest headlines in sports.
Episodes
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Armani Lingo on Vegas Sports Market, Golden Knights, Raiders & MORE
Sports reporter Arman Lingo joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things Vegas sports. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our MILLIONS channel, Armani discusses what the Vegas sports market is like, the success of the Golden Knights and Raiders, potential NBA expansion…
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Diana Belbita on UFC 331, Dana White, Kayla Harrison vs Amanda Nunes & MORE
Former UFC fighter-turned-analyst Diana Belbita joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our MILLIONS channel, Diana shared her thoughts on Joshua Van's victory over Alexandre Pantoja, her viral interview with Dana White, UFC...
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Drew Ebanks on Kawhi Leonard's Return to the Raptors, Canada Basketball & MORE
Drew Ebanks from OnPoint Basketball joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things basketball. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our MILLIONS channel, Drew discusses the Kawhi Leonard investigation concluding, Kawhi's return to the Toronto Raptors, expectations for the...
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Adam Martin on Leafs Expectations, McKenna, UFC & MORE
Journalist Adam Martin joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA and NHL. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our MILLONS channel, Adam shares his thoughts on the Toronto Maple Leafs, expectations for the Leafs this season, Gavin McKenna, UFC's featherweight...
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Rich Chou on Ki MMA Launch, Working With Scott Coker, Ring vs. Cage, Building New Stars & MORE
Ki MMA's Rich Chou joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA. During the interview, Rich opens up about Ki MMA's launch event, agreeing to join Scott Coker and work with him again, Ki MMA fights being in a ring, upcoming featherweight World Grand Prix, building new stars…
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Scott D'Amore on Adam Copeland, Maple Leaf Wrestling, Giving Back to Canadian Pro Wrestling & MORE
Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling founder Scott D'Amore joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things pro wrestling. During the interview, Scott talks about founding MLP, selling his vision to TSN, MLP Mayhem, Adam Copeland agreeing to wrestle at Northern Rising at Maple Leaf Gardens this...
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Michael Chiesa on UFC Retirement, Winning The Ultimate Fighter, Becoming an Analyst & MORE
Former UFC fighter Michael Chiesa joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA. During the interview, Michael reflected on his retirement fight, his introduction to MMA, winning 'The Ultimate Fighter' and what the live season was like, returning to 'The Ultimate Fighter' as a...
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Chad Fishburne on Being an Announcer, Creating a Catchphrase & MORE
Announcer and live event host Chad Fishburne joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino for a livestream interview. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our MILLIONS channel, Chad opens up about being an announcer, creating his own catchphrase, his inspirations, career goals, and much…
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Fabio Campoli on York Lions, Coaching Young Players, U Sports Soccer & MORE
York Lions assistant coach Fabio Campoli joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millions channel, the opening weekend of the U Sports soccer season, the men's team winning both their games, his brother scoring a...
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Josiah Jean on WWE Tryout, Reality of Wrestling, Booker T's Influence & MORE
Reality of Wrestling's Josiah Jean joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things pro wrestling. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millions channel, Josiah discusses his WWE tryout at SummerSlam weekend, what the tryout was like, cutting a promo in front of a live...
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Eric Bischoff on RAF 12, Merab vs. Cejudo Rematch, Hulk Hogan, Brock Lesnar & MORE
RAF CMO & WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to discuss all things RAF. During the interview, Eric discusses RAF 12, RAF celebrating its one-year anniversary, Merab Dvalishvili vs. Henry Cejudo rematch, MMA/UFC crossover into RAF, how RAF has quickly become...
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TGP Roundtable - Guest Eric Bischoff Joins to Talk RAF 12, Is Kawhi Set for Raptors Return?, AEW All In, WWE & MORE
We're back with another TGP Roundtable! During this roundtable, Michael Asiffo, Giancarlo Aulino, and Aaron Zaretsky discuss the Kawhi Leonard investigation and what it could mean for the Toronto Raptors. Then, RAF Chief Media Officer & WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff joins 'The Game Plan's...
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Ken Shamrock on UFC Career, Popularity of MMA,Lion's Den & MORE
UFC Hall of Famer and WWE legend Ken Shamrock joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA. During the interview, Ken shares his thoughts on the UFC hosting an event at the White House and the promotion's popularity. 'The World's Most Dangerous Man' then reflects on how his…
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Sia Fallahi on Roberto Mancini Returning to Coach Italy, Paolo Maldini's Exit, Serie A & MORE
Football journalist Sia Fallahi joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our MILLIONS channel, Sia shares his thoughts on the Italian national team, Paolo Maldini's exit after only 17 days, Robert Mancini returning as…
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Phil Perkins on World Cup in Toronto, Gianni Infantino FIFA Scandal & MORE
CP24's Phil Perkins joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our MILLIONS channel, Phil reflects on his experience covering the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Toronto for CP24, scandal involving FIFA President Gianni Infantino, how...
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Raffaele Papaianni on Edmonton Oilers, Mike Babcock, Flames Rivalry & MORE
Raffaele Papaianni, host of 'Bleed Oils Blue' podcast, joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things hockey. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millions channel, Raffaele shares his thoughts on the Edmonton Oilers hiring Mike Babcock as their new head coach,...
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Giuseppe Mattace Raso on International FC, Robert Mancini Named Italy Coach & MORE
"Coach Peppe" Giuseppe Mattace Raso, Technical Director of International FC Academy, joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino (@Giancarlo_Aulino ) to talk all things soccer.During the interview, which was conducted live on location at the Zanchin Automotive Soccer Centre, Peppe talks about IFC...
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Matthew Fischer on York Lions National Championship, The Borough FC, & MORE
Matthew Fischer (York Lions & The Borough FC) joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millions.co page, Matthew discusses his season with The Borough FC, playing for Andrew Ornoch, winning a U-Sports national...
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Javier Mendez on Islam Makhachev, UFC 330, Usman Nurmagomedov & MORE
MMA coach Javier Mendez joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA. During the interview, Javier discusses Islam Makhachev's move up to welterweight, preparing for his first title defense against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330, Makhachev's legacy if he retains, how Usman...
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Dakota Ditcheva on PFL New York, Return From Injury, & MORE
PFL flyweight 'Dangerous' Dakota Ditcheva joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA.During the interview, Dakota talks about her upcoming fight against Denise Kielholtz at PFL New York, returning to the cage after recovering from her injury, inspirations in MMA, potential…
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James Cybulski on Mike Babcock Joining Oilers, Alfredsson Joining Maple Leafs Coaching Staff & MORE
'Clearing The Crease' host James Cybulski joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things hockey. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our MILLIONS channel, James shares his thoughts on the Edmonton Oilers hiring Mike Babcock as their new head coach, Babcock's reputation,...
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Cub Swanson on Retiring from MMA, UFC Career, Transition to Coaching & MORE
UFC Hall of Famer Cub Swanson joins Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA. During the interview, which was featured in issue 229 of Fighters Only Magazine, Cub reflected on his retirement fight, his introduction to MMA, his entertaining fighting style, transitioning to a coach with his new gym,...
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Brendan Dunlop on Spain Winning World Cup, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo & MORE
Founder of Canada Soccer Daily Brendan Dunlop joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millions channel, Brendan recaps the 2026 World Cup final, Spain defeating Argentina, Lionel Messi failing to win back-to-back World...
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Lukas Weese on 2026 World Cup Final, Lionel Messi, World Cup Experience in Toronto & MORE
Lukas Weese, staff writer for The Athletic, joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millons.co channel, Lukas shares his thoughts on Argentina's win over England to advance to their second straight World Cup final,...
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James Sharman on 2026 World Cup, What's Next for CanMNT & MORE
Host of the 'FootyPrime Podcast' James Sharman joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millions channel, James discussed Canada's exit from the 2026 World Cup, players who can become part of CanMNT's core going…
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Ben Botelho on Canada vs Morocco, Portugal's Thrilling Win Over Croatia, Ronaldo & MORE
Co-host of the 'DeRo & The Diehard Podcast' Ben Botelho joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millions channel, Ben reflected on Portugal's thrilling win over Croatia to advance to the Round of 16 at the World Cup,...
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Randy Couture on UFC, Acting Career, Growth of MMA & MORE
UFC Hall of Famer and actor Randy Couture joins Giancarlo Aulino to discuss all things MMA. During the interview, Randy discussed his UFC career, MMA growing in popularity, the impact of 'The Ultimate Fighter', his transition into acting, Chuck Norris, getting cast in 'The Expendables' franchise,...
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Steve Ceruti on 2026 World Cup, USMNT, Impact of World Cup & MORE
Steve Ceruti joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millions.co channel, Steve discussed the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far, excitement around the United States, Paraguay's upset win over Germany in the Round of 32,...
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Anthony Morano on Woodbridge Strikers, York Lions, Training and Coaching, World Cup & MORE
National champion Anthony Morano joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millions.co channel, Anthony discusses playing for the Woodbridge Strikers in the OPL, winning a National championship with the York Lions last...
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Marcel Dorff on Conor McGregor's UFC Return, 2026 World Cup & MORE
Journalist Marcel Dorff joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA and soccer. During the interview, which was livestreamed on our Millions.co channel, Marcel discussed Conor McGregor's upcoming return to the octagon against Max Holloway at UFC 329, potential title shot if...
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Dwayne De Rosario on LinkSports, Canada at 2026 FIFA World Cup & MORE
Canadian soccer legend Dwayne De Rosario joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, DeRo discusses joining forces with LinkSports, what he hopes to accomplish, how LinkSports is providing a pipeline for soccer players at all levels, Canada's...
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Neissan Monadjem on LinkSports, Giving Back to Soccer & MORE
LinkSports founder Neissan Mondjem joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino ( @Giancarlo_Aulino ) to talk all things soccer. During the interview, Neissan discusses LinkSports, what he hopes to accomplish, how LinkSports is providing a pipeline for soccer players at all levels, revolutionizing...
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James Grossi on Toronto FC, FIFA World Cup & MORE
Longtime Toronto FC and soccer reporter James Grossi joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, which was streamed live on our Millions channel, James shares his thoughts on Josh Sargent's performances since joining Toronto FC, covering TFC's MLS Cup...
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Carmine Isacco on CanMNT, FIFA World Cup, Meeting Baggio & MORE
Master coach of York Lions soccer Carmine Isacco joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, Carmine talks about former York Lions player Niko Sigur being named to Canada's roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, coaching Promise David at Vaughan SC, what...
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Joe Ferraro on FIFA World Cup, Coaching Soccer, UFC & MORE
Stouffville SC club head coach and former MMA journalist Joe Ferraro joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer and MMA. During the interview, which streamed live on our Millions channel last Friday, Joe shares his thoughts on Italy failing to qualify for the 2026 FIFA…
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Aiemann Zahabi on Fighting Sean O'Malley at UFC Freedom 250, Canada vs. USA Sports Rivalry & MORE
UFC bantamweight Aiemann Zahabi joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA. During the interview, Aiemann talks about his upcoming fight against Sean O'Malley at UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, how he found out he would be on the White House card, Georges St-Pierre and...
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Christian Zeppieri on York Lions, Winning National Championship & MORE
York Lions midfielder Christian Zeppieri joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, Christian opens up about winning the U-Sports National championship with York last season, playing the National championship game in blizzard conditions, being a...
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Michael Asiffo on MMA Bout at BTC, Fitness, FIFA World Cup & MORE
The Game Plan's Michael Asiffo joins Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA. During this episode, Michael opens about his latest fight, accepting another short notice bout at BTC, cutting weight, fitness, post-fight cheat meals, FIFA World Cup, and much more. Episode streamed live on our…
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John Martin on PFL Media Rights Deal, Usman Nurmagomedov, Dakota Ditcheva, and MORE
PFL CEO John Martin joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to discuss all things PFL.During the interview, John talks about his first year as PFL CEO, AJ McKee, PFL media rights deal, PFL New York, Usman Nurmagomedov's future with PFL, Dakota Ditcheva, when he hopes to take PFL to Canada, The...
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Nate Ryan on Spurs vs Knicks, Wembanyama & MORE
KENS 5 San Antonio's Nate Ryan joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things NBA. During the interview, Nate recaps Game 1 of the NBA finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks, what the Spurs need to adjust for Game 2, Victor Wembanyama, and much more. Interview was a...
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Dan Severn on Legendary Career, UFC Freedom 250, Staying Active & MORE
UFC Hall of Famer Dan 'The Beast' Severn joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things MMA. The interview was featured in issue 227 of Fighters Only Magazine (https://fightersonly.com/tag/issue/is.... During the interview, Dan reflects on his legendary career, introduction to MMA…
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RAF CEO Chad Bronstein on RAF 09, RAF's Growth, Colby Covington, Georges St-Pierre, Brock Lesnar & MORE
RAF CEO Chad Bronstein joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to discuss all things RAF. During the interview, Chad discusses RAF 09, UFC stars staying active with RAF wrestling matches, Colby Covington, whether Georges St-Pierre and Brock Lesnar could join RAF in the future, and much…
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Frankie Edgar on RAF Debut Against Merab Dvalishvili, McGregor vs. Holloway 2, UFC Career, and MORE
UFC Hall of Famer and former lightweight champion Frankie Edgar joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to discuss all things RAF and MMA. During the interview, Frankie discusses his upcoming RAF debut against Merab Dvalishvili at RAF 09, collegiate wrestling career, what factored in his decision...
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Anthony Aromatario on Forge FC, York Lions, Winning National Championship and MORE
Forge FC midfielder Anthony Aromatario joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things soccer. During the interview, Anthony talks about joining Forge, playing in the CPL, experience playing for the York Lions, winning the U-Sports national championship in a blizzard last season, being…
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Rich Chou on Train Alta, MMA Matchmaking & MORE
MMA Inc.'s Rich Chou joins 'The Game Plan' to talk all things MMA. During the interview, Rich talks about the Train Alta program, MMA Inc., being a matchmaker for a major MMA promotion, the difficulties of matchmaking, experience working for Bellator, and much more. The interview was live…
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TGP Roundtable w/ Jay Rosehill - Maple Leafs Win Draft Lottery, Masai Joins Mavericks, WWE Releases
Michael Asiffo, Giancarlo Aulino, and Aaron Zaretsky are back with another Roundtable to talk about the latest headlines in sports.In this edition, we begin with the first portion of our Roundtable, where we talk about the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the NHL Draft Lottery and what this could mean...
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Luca Rosano on Raptors vs Cavaliers, NBA Playoffs, and MORE
NBA and Toronto Raptors content creator Luca Rosano joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things Raptors and NBA playoffs. During this interview, which was live streamed on our Millions.co channel, Luca shares his thoughts on the Toronto Raptors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers series…
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Jay Rosehill on Maple Leafs Hiring Mats Sundin and John Chayka, Craig Berube's Future & MORE
Co-host of 'Leafs Morning Take' and former Toronto Maple Leaf Jay Rosehill joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to discuss all things NHL. During the interview, Jay talks about the Maple Leafs hiring John Chayka as their new GM and former captain Mats Sundin as a Senior Executive Advisor, what...
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Esfandiar Baraheni on Raptors vs Cavaliers Series, NBA Playoffs, Expansion & MORE
The Athletic's Esfandiar Baraheni joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to talk all things Raptors and NBA playoffs. During this interview, which was live streamed on our Millions.co channel, Es shares his thoughts on the Toronto Raptors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers series so far, which players has...
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Bruce Buffer on Bud Light UFC Summer Series, White House Event & MORE
Legendary UFC announcer Bruce Buffer joins 'The Game Plan's Giancarlo Aulino to discuss all things MMA. During the interview, the veteran voice of the octagon talks about the upcoming Bud Light UFC Summer Series, International Fight Week plans, UFC White House event, advice to his younger self…
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Michael Asiffo, Giancarlo Aulino, and Aaron Zaretsky - who produced sports programming for Toronto radio station VIBE 105.5FM - provide sports content in the form of interviews with some of the most respected athletes, broadcasters, coaches, and celebrities to discuss the latest in the world of sports and entertainment as well as their accomplishments and everything in-between. From time to time, they also sit down for a roundtable to discuss the latest and share their opinions on some the biggest headlines in sports.
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