The What's Bruin Show
by Rob Bruin and Nisiar Smith
The business within sports is rapidly changing especially within NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness), therefore Journalist, Rob Bruin and Financial Advisor, Nisiar Smith combine their expertise, along with their ecosystems to give us a closer look into the NIL world, as well as pop culture, sports, and current events.
Episodes
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Final Four Recap
This episode dives into the latest March Madness games, analyzing key moments, coaching strategies, player development, and predictions for the upcoming finals. The hosts share insights on college basketball dynamics, player growth, and the excitement surrounding this year's tournament. 00:00 Pop...
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Final Four Recap
This episode dives into the latest March Madness games, analyzing key moments, coaching strategies, player development, and predictions for the upcoming finals. The hosts share insights on college basketball dynamics, player growth, and the excitement surrounding this year's tournament. Chapters:...
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The Real Two-Way Contract | Ep 15
Rob and Nas delve into various topics surrounding the NBA, including the dynamics of the Boston Celtics with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the implications of health in competitive sports, and the evolving landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college athletics. They discuss the...
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The Good, The Bad, The Ugly, Thunder win Game 4 in Indiana | Ep 14
On this episode of What’s Bruin 🐾, we unpack what went wrong for the Pacers 😬 in Game 4 against the OKC Thunder ⚡️, how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 💼 pulled out a gritty, ugly win, and why this victory was so crucial for Oklahoma City ✅. We also dive into why the Thunder are likely to win in Game…
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What The Helly, What The Haliburton! Pacers win Game 1 of The NBA Finals
On this episode of What’s Bruin 🐻🎙️, we break down the greatness of the Indiana Pacers 🏀 and their clutch ability to erase leads when it matters most. This marks the fifth time this season the Pacers have stormed back from a 15-point fourth-quarter deficit, setting a historic pace — the most…
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Gotham City is Still Alive ! Knicks win game 5 Ep | 12
What’s Bruin – “Tyrese Halliburton vs. Paul George: A Pacers Debate” In this episode of What’s Bruin, we sit down with Ed, a die-hard Indiana Pacers fan since 1993, to dive deep into one of the hottest debates in Pacers Nation: Is Tyrese Halliburton already a better Pacer than Paul George? We…
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Ant-Man its time to fight back | Ep 11
On this episode of The What’s Bruin Show, we’re diving into the Western Conference Finals showdown between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Minnesota Timberwolves. We also break down the first two games of the Eastern Conference Finals featuring the New York Knicks and the Indiana Pacers. Plus…
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The Process | Ep 10
On this episode of What’s Bruin ,we dive into the latest in college hoops and NBA news! We break down Jalil Bethea’s decision to return to Alabama for his sophomore season and what it means for the Crimson Tide’s future. The Florida Gators are NCAA champions — and we talk legacy, impact, and what...
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WNBA CBA is approaching, NCAA transfer portal is opening, Should Anthony Edwards leave Minnesota| E9
WNBA’s New CBA, KD’s Next Move & NBA Playoff PushIn this episode of What’s Bruin, we break down the specifics of the new WNBA CBA, including the impact on retirement plans, long-term health benefits, and jersey sale accommodations. We also debate whether Anthony Edwards should stay in Minnesota…
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JuJu Watkins continues to dominate, LeBron keeps racking up 40+ games, SGA preps for Contract| Ep 8
This week, we break down the biggest stories in basketball, from rising stars to legends still making history!🔥 JuJu Watkins is on track to be one of the greatest ever, LeBron James keeps dropping 40-point games, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander preps for a massive contract negotiation, and Victor...
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Super Bowl Reactions 🏈, A’ja Wilson’s Signature Shoe 👟, Wildest NBA Trades 🔥| Ep 7
Episode 7 🎙️ The What’s Bruin Show – New Episode Out Now!In this episode of What’s Bruin, we’re letting it all fly—breaking down the Super Bowl aftermath 🏈, Kendrick Lamar’s electric halftime performance 🎤🔥, A’ja Wilson’s highly anticipated signature sneakers 👟, and the most notable…
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KD Back to OKC? High School-to-NBA Stars, Cade Cunningham Cooking, Hannah Hidalgo’s Stamp| Ep 6
🎙️ The What’s Bruin Show – New Episode Out Now!In this episode, we dive into:🏀 The parallels between high school-to-NBA stars and the impact of NIL on college athletes🔥 Cade Cunningham finally living up to his No. 1 pick potential🤔 Could De’Aaron Fox be the key piece for the San Antonio...
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Kiyan Anthony to Syracuse, Flau’Jae Johnson’s Next Move, Denzel Washington’s Best Films | Ep 5
In this episode of What’s Bruin, we dive into Kiyan Anthony’s commitment to Syracuse University and discuss why he’s shaping up to be the East Coast version of LaMelo Ball. We also rank Denzel Washington’s greatest movies of all time, highlight LSU star Flau’jae Johnson’s dynamic talents both on...
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LeBron’s Billion-Dollar Nike Deal, Ja vs. Shai vs. Ant, Breaking Down the NBA Cup| Ep 4
In this episode of What’s Bruin , we dive deep into LeBron James’ unparalleled journey as the NBA’s only Billionaire active player with over 20 years of experience, exploring how his partnership with Nike shaped his personal brand and global influence. We also break down James’ all-time best...
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Know When To Exit A Business Deal, NBA Season Is Underway, Caitlin Clark Is The Real MVP | Ep 3
The team unpacks Nas's trip to CNBC Boardroom in Santa Monica, California, why Cailtin Clark is WNBA MVP, is this season failure if JJ Reddick and the Lakers don't win a championship and more. Check out on YouTube: Know When To Exit A Business Deal, NBA Season Is Underway, Caitlin Is The Real MVP…
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Cam Ward's bag is growing in NIL, Jalil Bethea and Cooper Flagg got next in the ACC | Ep 2
In this episode we unpack Miami Quarterback, Cam Ward's growth on the field which increases his NIL earnings, if Cooper Flagg will be the best White-American player since Larry Bird, Nas's huge rollout for Courtside Wealth Partners, Jalil Bethea & Ian Jackson impact on the ACC, favorite NBA...
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How to Add Value to Athletes, NIL’s Biggest Star: LeBron or MJ? ft. Nisiar Smith | Ep 1
On this Episode of What's Bruin, Rob Bruin & Nisiar Smith break down the importance of adding value to an athlete while being a part of a brand, of LeBron James & Michael Jordan who would of been the bigger star in the NIL space, the Caitlin Clark Effect and more..... Check out on YouTube: How to...
About this show
The business within sports is rapidly changing especially within NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness), therefore Journalist, Rob Bruin and Financial Advisor, Nisiar Smith combine their expertise, along with their ecosystems to give us a closer look into the NIL world, as well as pop culture, sports, and current events.
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