PODCAST · sports
The GoldenPod
by Ted Gold
A podcast about basketball, friendship, and life. Each episode will feature a guest host to talk about basketball and what it means to them.
Episodes
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Full-Court Press (Ep. 38 - Victoria Stinson
In this episode, Victoria Stinson, who does PR for Hoops Across the Pond, shares her insights on women's basketball, the international scene, and her experiences covering FIBA events, highlighting the growth and storytelling in women's sports.
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Filming His Future (Ep. 37 - Marquez Anthony)
In this episode, Marquez Anthony shares his journey from basketball player to videographer for women's basketball teams, highlighting the growth of women's sports and the unique opportunities in sports media. Discover insights into team dynamics, game day routines, and the future of women's...
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Fire At Will (Ep. 36 - Stephanie Kaloi)
In this episode, Stephanie Kaloi shares her journey into basketball journalism, insights on the WNBA season, and her thoughts on the Portland Fire's mascot reveal. We talk about the league's exciting developments, key players, and behind-the-scenes stories that make women's basketball so compelling.
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The Sideline Chatter Ep. 1
Welcome to The Sideline Chatter, an offshoot of The GoldenPod! Join us as we dive into the nostalgic world of basketball card collecting, opening packs, and sharing stories about favorite cards and memorable moments. Featuring Ted Gold, Ian Vanderhill, Gabriel Granillo, and Brian Steadham.
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Hoop There It Is! (Ep. 35 - Brady Adams)
In this episode, Brady Adams shares his journey of exploring basketball courts across the country through his 1000 Hoops project. Discover how his passion for basketball and community-building inspires a unique travel and artistic endeavor that connects people and places.
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Love Letter to Basketball (Ep. 34 - Kim Nunley, Post-Up Club)
In this episode, Ted chats with Kim Nunley, founder of the Post-Up Club, about her innovative approach to connecting women's basketball fans through snail mail, the growth of the WNBA, and the importance of community and representation in the sport.
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Emerald City Elevation (Ep. 33 - Danny Ball)
Today's guest is the host of Iconic Sonics, a podcast that covers all things Seattle supersonics. He's deep deeply ingrained in Seattle sports culture and is helping make sure the world knows how much Seattle wants their NBA team back. Please welcome... Danny Ball! In this episode, we chat with...
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Living a Basketball Life (Ep. 32 - Molly Danielson)
Today's guest is a premium sales manager for the Portland Trail Blazers. As a former college basketball player who also played overseas, she definitely knows a thing or two about the game and what it takes to succeed. Please welcome... Molly Danielson! In this episode, Molly Danielson shares her...
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Rise to the Top (Ep. 31 - Dezra Nauls)
In today’s episode, we dive into the world of talent management with Dezra Nauls, co-founder and managing director of Hustle Sports. With a focus on helping young athletes navigate their careers, Dezra shares his journey and the lessons learned along the way.
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Taking the Next Step (Ep. 30 - MakHai Pleasant Tolliver
Today's guest is a high school senior with eyes on the next level of basketball. He's a three-level scorer and has shown off in both high school and AAU games. The future is bright for this talented young man. Please welcome... MakHai Pleasant-Tolliver. In this episode, we dive deep with rising...
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Gotta Make Your Free Throws (Ep. 29 - Blake Gillespie)
Today's guest is a poet, journalist, and artist. His writing on basketball has connected him to the larger community and allowed him to experience the game in a truly unique way. But at the end of the day, he's still a shooter, so don't leave him open. Please welcome... Blake Gillespie! In this...
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In Her Bag (Ep. 28 - Amanda Ishii
Today's guest is someone heavily involved in the world of basketball. She's a self-described hooper with a disability, showing that you can ball no matter what. She also works with professional players and has a basketball nonprofit. Please welcome... Amanda Ishii!
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Never too Late to Start Ballin' (Ep. 27 - Rachel Pelly)
Today's guest is an exercise scientist. She's using basketball as a way to get anyone off the couch and onto the court, showing that it's never too late to pick up the game and get out there. Please welcome... Rachel Pelly! In this episode, Ted speaks with exercise scientist Rachel Pelly about…
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Still In the Game (Ep. 26 - Jacki Gemelos)
Today's guest is a former WNBA player. She knows a thing or two about hard work and perseverance. She's also a co-host of the podcast Click Clack and a sports agent helping the next generation of athletes get to the highest level. Please welcome... Jackie Gemelos! In this episode, Ted welcomes...
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Pick-and-Roll Model (Ep. 25 - Brantley Brooks)
Today's guest is a father of four. He set up a mini hoop court in his house to play basketball with his kids and he posts their daily battles of the carpet hardwood to his account, BeeBee Sports. Please welcome... Brantley Brooks! In this episode of The Golden Pod, Ted welcomes Brantley Brooks, a...
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Fast Breaks & Fact Checks (Ep. 24 - Maddy Brown)
In this episode, Ted Gold sits down with Maddy Brown (@wnbadata), a PhD candidate in math and a passionate advocate for women's basketball, to explore how statistics are redefining the game. Together, they delve into the current landscape of the WNBA, the significance of player analytics, and the...
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Professional On and Off the Court (Ep. 23 - Eugene Campbell III)
Today's guest is a professional hooper currently playing overseas in Malta. He's a high-scoring guard that takes on the game head-on. He also has a nonprofit called Walk A Mile In Our Shoes. Please welcome... Eugene Campbell III!
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Chasing Vibes, Not Views (Ep. 22 - Jesse Hamilton)
Today's guest runs the social media account Hamilton Hoops.where he creates easy to watch basketball content that is both casual and clever. He has over 100,000 followers on YouTube and almost 25,000 on Instagram. Please welcome... Jesse Hamilton!
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Man-to-Man, Emotionally (Ep. 21 - Matt Snyder)
Today's guest has been one of my best friends since I was one. He's a licensed therapist and also produces music under the name wisemind. And he created our theme music. He is the kind of person that lights up a room and makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside. Please welcome... Matt Snyder.
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Roll the Tape (Ep. 20 - Mike Carlson)
Today's guest was a pro basketball player for 10 years in leagues across Spain, Italy, and more. Using his knowledge, he has turned his passion and love for the game into a film study program, helping other pros reach that next level. He's the man behind Study of Hoops. Please welcome Mike Carlson.
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Let's Play Some Pickup (Ep. 19 - Rick Kern)
Today's guest is the founder of the Hoops Laboratory Inc. and the creator of the Hoop App, an app designed to help you find pickup games in your area in real time. Please welcome... Rick Kern!
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Growing the Game (Ep. 18 - Ian Hopper)
Today's guest is the creator and owner of Plantsketball, a Portland-based company that specializes in planters made from basketballs. Please welcome... Ian Hopper!
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Hoops, Hype & Ticket Types (Ep. 17 - Jon Jensen)
Today's guest is the director of ticketing for the Rip City Remix, which is the affiliate for the Portland Trail Blazers. Please welcome... Jon Jensen!
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Episode 16 - Raymond Xu
Today's guest is one half of the social media account Why We Still Hoop, which according to their profile is just "two dudes trying to make relatable hoops content." The pair met in college and now live thousands of miles away from one another, yet that hasn't stopped their love and passion for…
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Episode 15 - Alex Morel & Ezra Smyser
Today's guests are the founders of Andiem, a basketball shoe company designed to keep you playing. Their shoe focuses on ankle stability using quality materials and thoughtful design.
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Episode 14 - Andrew Gragg
Today's guest is a talented artist who has worked with the Portland Trailblazers, the Indiana Fever, and the Baseline Review. While he might be self-taught, he's far from an armature. His style is both classic and new at the same time. Not only is he extremely talented, he's also humble and down…
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Episode 13 - JP Boneyard
Today's guest is known professionally as JP Boneyard. He is a designer, front-end developer, and a lover of basketball. JP got his start setting up music events in his hometown of Palmer, Massachusetts. Through the necessity to promote those events, JP learned to code and screen print. He…
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Episode 12 - Joe Kye
Today's guest is a Portland-based composer, violinist looper, and vocalist. He's opened for Yo-Yo Ma, Warren G, and Bernie Sanders. Plus, on the court he has a wicked crossover, a silky smooth jumper, and is always ready to throw a crafty pass. Please welcome Joe Kye! In this episode I talk with...
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Episode 11 - Gabriel Granillo
Today's guest is our producer and editor. He has a silky smooth jump shot and a dry sense of humor. He is a huge Lakers fan, which is evident by the fact he only has one hat as his piece of merch to show off his fandom. He's helped the pod in so many ways and I'm forever grateful to him. Please...
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Episode 10 - Maria Babineau
Today’s guest is the Guinness World Record holder for the fastest marathon while dribbling a basketball. She’s been on So You Think You Can Dance, and if that wasn’t enough, she’s a French teacher as well... it’s Maria Babineau! In this episode, Ted talks with Maria Babineau about the challenges…
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Episode 9 - Jalen Thomas and Keyshawn Vogt
Today’s guests are two of the faces of Back to the Basket. They are the geniuses behind their social media. They're tapped into Portland's sneaker culture, and have a solid grip on the sports world. I’m excited to welcome Jalen Thomas and Keyshawn Vogt! In this episode, Ted talks with Jalen…
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Episode 8 - Monica Schrock
Today’s guest is the co-host of the podcast Play Like a They, does marketing for FANWAGN, and is a ringer for The Gist. They’re doing awesome work on women's and non-binary sports... please welcome Monica Schrock! In this episode we talk about Monica's deep love of all things basketball…
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Episode 7 - Brian Steadham
Today's guest is the owner and chef at Dinger's Deli in Portland, Oregon. He's the type of guy that calls out a screen he's setting so that he doesn't hurt anyone. I'm thrilled to welcome...Brian Steadham! In this episode we talk about Brian's varied NBA upbringing, which introduced him to the...
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Episode 6 - Austin Fillmore
Today’s guest is an awesome tattoo artist with a laid-back attitude and a great sense of humor. He doesn't take himself too seriously but he's seriously a great guy. He’s the co-owner of I Heart Tattoo in Portland, Oregon. The one, the only...Austin Fillmore!
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Episode 5 - Kyle Ratoza
Today's guest is someone with great insight into the NBA and the production value that we as fans experience. He's masterful at his craft, yet modest and approachable. He's the studio producer for the Portland Trailblazers broadcast team. Here is episode 5 with Kyle Ratoza!
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Episode 4.1 - Ian Vanderhill
I recorded episode 4 with today’s guest, Ian and although the content is great, the audio didn’t come out well. I strongly suggest still listening to that episode, but we have recorded another episode together to give you the experience you deserve. Here is episode 4.1 with the man behind our…
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Episode 4.0 - Ian Vanderhill
Today’s guest made my awesome logo for the pod. He is the commissioner of my fantasy basketball league. A man of intrigue and talent. The kind of person who brings his own non-dairy milk to a restaurant—just in case. I’m very excited to welcome this week’s guest, Ian Vanderhill!
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Episode 3 - Nate Cohen
This episode's guest is someone that is smart, kind, talented, and driven. And he's super humble about it too. He's willing to fight for what he believes in and he will make you believe in it too! I am very excited to welcome a true mensch, Nate Cohen!
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Episode 2 - Kevin Wyatt
I am very excited to welcome episode 2's guest to the show. This person really embodies the spirit of why I created this podcast in the first place. Showing how basketball can turn total strangers into life long friends. The man, the myth, the mullet: Kevin Wyatt!
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Episode 1 - Lonnie Gold
For my first guest, I invite the person who started my love for basketball in the first place. He is one of my biggest role models, someone I've known since day one, my biggest pal, my dad, Lonnie Gold!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast about basketball, friendship, and life. Each episode will feature a guest host to talk about basketball and what it means to them.
HOSTED BY
Ted Gold
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How many episodes does The GoldenPod have?
The GoldenPod currently has 40 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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A podcast about basketball, friendship, and life. Each episode will feature a guest host to talk about basketball and what it means to them.
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The GoldenPod has 40 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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The GoldenPod is created and hosted by Ted Gold.
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