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Wingspan Podcast
by Doug Bearak
Welcome to the Wingspan Podcast, hosted by Doug Bearak and Chris Milholen of SBNations NetsDaily. This podcast will be presenting exceptional content from us and our special guests. With guests, we will dive into their background, how they started, and how they got to where they are today. Guests will include some of the best media journalists that cover sports, former and current NBA players, and influencers in the field of sports. Submit your questions and comments to [email protected]. Please remember to subscribe and follow us on our social media accounts.
Episodes
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EP52: Marty Markowitz
Marty Markowitz joined the Wingspan Podcast podcast to discuss what makes Brooklyn a special place, some of the most memorable projects he has worked on throughout his career, and much more! Markowitz, who was a New York Senator and The Brooklyn Borough President, talked about the legacy of the...
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EP51: Jarod Hector
Jarod Hector joined us to discuss his non-traditional journey to where he is today, the days he realized when he wanted to work in sports, the importance of finding a niche and much more! Hector, who is a TrueHoop contributor and the co-host of the 7Footers Podcast and NBA Picks & Props broke…
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EP50: Bryan Fonseca
Bryan Fonseca made his third appearance on the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his latest book, “Hidalgo Heights: The Victims Are Taking Up Space,” providing our listeners and viewers a deep dive into the fiction novel. Fonseca, who created/hosts the web series Side Hustle and also…
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EP49: Bobby Edemeka
Bobby Edemeka joined the Wingspan Podcast to talk about the history of The Brooklyn Brigade, the differences and similarities between the Brigade and BK Block, and his role in growing a Nets fanbase in Brooklyn. Edemeka, who is the founder of the Nets superfan group, the Brooklyn Brigade…
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EP48: Jake Fischer
Jake Fischer returned to the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his newly released book, How the NBA’s Tanking Era Changed the League Forever. Fischer, who is an Author, Documentarian, and NBA Reporter, spoke about his independent reporting and favorite stories from writing the book to interviewing…
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EP47: Nate Sestina
Nate Sestina joined the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his time with the Nets G League affiliate, the Long Island Nets, training camp with the Brooklyn Nets, his relationship with Nets combo guard, Tyler Johnson, and his decision to go overseas and play with Hapoel Holon in the Israeli Basketball...
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EP46: Analyzing the Nets home stretch with Matt Brooks
Matt Brooks returned to the Wingspan Podcast to discuss the Nets playoff push, looking ahead at possible playoff matchups and the remainder of Brooklyn’s regular season. Brooks, who is a reporter for SB Nation’s NetsDaily, spoke on the Nets talented roster, analyzing the growth of Steve Nash as a...
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EP45: Kyle Maggio
EP45: Kyle Maggio stopped by the Wingspan Podcast to talk about his journey to where he is today, his favorite memories growing up as a New York Knicks fan, the James Dolan era, and more! Maggio, who runs social media for Whistle Sports and is the Brand Manager of The Knicks Wall, spoke about the...
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EP44: Noah Eagle
Episode 44: Noah Eagle An Eagle has landed! Noah Eagle hopped on the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his journey, growing up an Eagle, his broadcast style compared to his father, Ian Eagle, preparation for broadcasts and much more! Eagle, who is the radio voice of the Los Angeles Clippers, spoke…
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EP43: Richard Bearak
Richard Bearak hopped on the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his journey to where he is, his long history of being a Brooklyn Nets fan, and more! Bearak, who is the Director of Land Use for the Brooklyn Borough President’s Office, spoke about his time growing up and watching the ABA Nets, their move…
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EP42: Wingspan Catchup
The hosts of the Wingspan Podcast, Doug Bearak and Chris Milholen, highlight episode 42 to discuss the state of the Nets, the NBA as a whole, and what both have going on in their lives currently. In addition, the hosts provide their honest thoughts on the NBA hosting their annual All-Star game...
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EP41: Mike Bisceglia
Mike Bisceglia hopped on the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his journey to where he is today, chopped up the New Jersey era Nets and Brooklyn Nets today, and the current state of the NBA. Bisceglia, who is the host of The Mike Delivers Podcast, talked about the life of an Uber Eats driver while...
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EP40: Bryan Fonseca
Bryan Fonseca returned to the Wingspan Podcast to discuss the current state of the NBA, his thoughts on the Nets, and more! Fonseca, who is fresh into his new position as a staff writer for Deadspin, and who is also the co-host of the Ain’t Hard To Tell podcast, talked to us about his new…
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EP39: Matt Hochberg
Matt Hochberg joined the Wingspan Podcast to discuss Hochberg’s Sports Marketing, his journey, the power of athletes in the field of marketing, Nets, and much more! Hochberg, who is the founder of Hochberg’s Sports Marketing, provided out listeners and viewers with key marketing advice, the...
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EP38: Brian Lewis
Brian Lewis joined the Wingspan Podcast to dive into the Brooklyn Nets 2020-21 season and much more! Lewis, who is a Nets beat reporter for the New York Post, discussed his journey to The Post, his experience covering the team, his overall thoughts on the Nets thus far, Kevin Durant, and the Nets...
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EP37: Nets Offseason Breakdown with Matt Brooks
NetsDaily’s Matt Brooks returned to the Wingspan Podcast to discuss and breakdown the Brooklyn Nets off-season with the hosts. From Joe Harris to the coaching staff, Brooks and the hosts spoke on all the acquisitions and signings the Nets made this offseason. You can find Matt Brooks on Twitter -...
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EP36: Harvey Araton
Harvey Araton joined the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his latest book, ‘Our Last Season: A Writer, A Fan, and A Friendship,’ the New York Knicks, and much more. Araton, who is a Naismith Hall of Fame sports journalist and covered thousands of Knicks games, spoke about the inspiration behind his...
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EP35: Dan LaTorraca
Dan LaTorraca stopped by the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his journey to where he is today, his opinions on the Brooklyn Nets, the Nets New Jersey root revival, and his thoughts on the NBA bubble. LaTorraca, who is the senior director of marketing for the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes, also talked…
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EP34: Shlomo Sprung
Shlomo Sprung joined the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his journey to becoming a senior contributor for Forbes Sports and his thoughts on the revived NBA season. Sprung, who covers the Nets for Forbes Sports, provided his take on the Nets in regard to their current state, moves they should make…
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EP33: Will Weaver
Will Weaver, the head coach of the Sydney Kings in the NBL, joined the Wingspan Podcast to talk about his interesting journey to where he is today, his first season with the Kings, and much more. Weaver, who was formerly the head coach of the Brooklyn Nets NBA G League affiliate, the Long Island...
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EP32: Leon Sewell
Leon Sewell stopped by the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his journey to where he is today, his most memorable dunks, his time as a contestant on The Dunk King, and much more. Sewell, who is a dunker and trickster for the Harlem Wizards gave our listeners an inside look on what it is like to be a...
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EP31: Michael Grady
Michael Grady hopped on the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his interesting journey to where he is today while chopping up Nets, the bubble, and much more. Grady, who is the Brooklyn Nets Courtside Reporter for YES Network, talked about his keys to success in the sports media industry while talking...
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EP30: Anthony Puccio
Anthony Puccio dropped by the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his inspirational journey to where he is today while chopping up everything Brooklyn Nets. What’s next for the Nets? Puccio provided. Puccio, who is a beat writer and content creator for SBNation’s NetsDaily and the creator and host of the...
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EP29: Wael Ankouni
Wael Ankouni hopped on the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his interesting journey to where he is today while chopping up Nets Gaming Crew, the Brooklyn Nets NBA2K League affiliate, and their important games in order to secure their spot in the playoffs. Spoiler: they are in! Ankouni, who is the...
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EP28: Hudson Flynn
Hudson Flynn, who is a content creator, podcast host, and on-air talent for Jomboy Media. He joined the Wingspan Podcast for episode 28. Flynn explained how he enhanced his young journalism career by studying at Fordham University and by joining Jomboy Media. He explained how important his mentor...
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EP27: Keith McPherson
Keith McPherson, who is a social media manager, multi-podcast host, and on-air talent for Jomboy Media. He joined the Wingspan Podcast for episode 27. McPherson explained the inspirational path that led him to Jomboy Media and how he mentors his Talkin' Nets podcast co-host, Hudson Flynn. We also...
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EP26: Nolan Jensen
Nolan Jensen, a contributor for SBNation’s NetsDaily, joined the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his journey and his young journalism career. Jensen, who is a native of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, talked about his basketball origins dating back to when the Grizzlies franchise was in…
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EP25: Robert Windrem
Robert Windrem, who is an Investigative Reporter and Producer for NBC News and the Editor and Chief of SBNation’s NetsDaily joined the hosts to discuss his journey from a Seton Hall student to where he is today. Windrem, who is best known as Net Income on NetsDaily, speaks on the current state of...
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Episode 24: Elisa Padilla
Elisa Padilla, who is the Senior Vice President of Creative Strategy & Partnership Marketing with Roc Nation, joined the Wingspan Podcast to discuss her seven years with the Nets organization while highlighting her whole journey to where she is today. Padilla discusses rebranding the Nets...
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EP23: Ivan Curtiss
Ivan Curtiss, who is the general manager and head coach of the Nets Gaming Crew, the NBA 2K League’s affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, stopped by the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his heartfelt journey to where he is today. Curtiss traces back to where his love for gaming resonated and his most...
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EP22: Mike Barrett
Michael Barrett, who is the co-founder of SportsHosts and is in charge of Content and Fan Growth, talks about his journey to where he is today. Barrett describes what it was like covering the 2012 Olympics in London, England to providing our listeners with some of his most memorable moments...
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EP21: CJ Williams
CJ Williams, who is a guard for the Long Island Nets, hopped on the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his playing career and some of his most memorable moments. Williams kicks off the episode talking about self quarantining after having possible indirect contact with Kevin Durant followed by his time...
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EP20: Dexter Henry
Dexter Henry, who is a videographer and video journalist for AccuWeather, content creator for Backpack Broadcasting, and the co-host of the Ain’t Hard To Tell Podcast joined the Wingspan Podcast to talk about his journey to where he is today. Henry describes his experiences covering the Brooklyn...
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EP19: Jordan Boatwright
Jordan Boatwright, who is a player development specialist at Swishful Athletics, joined the Wingspan Podcast to talk about his journey to where he is today. Boatwright, who trains some of the league’s young talent, describes when he wanted to become a basketball trainer and provides the work that...
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EP18: Ben Nadeau
Ben Nadeau, who is an NBA writer for Basketball Insiders, joined the Wingspan Podcast to talk about his journey where he is today and the latest topics revolved around NBA hoops. Nadeau details his time with the Brooklyn Game and Coach UP and provides his opinion on the Nets rebuild over the…
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EP17: Jake Fischer
Jake Fischer, who has been covering the NBA since 2003, joins the Wingspan Podcast to talk about his latest project: a book on the history of tanking in the NBA and his journey to where he is today. Fischer has worked for companies such as Sports Illustrated, SBNation, SLAM Magazine, Boston Globe...
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EP16: Irina Pavlova
Irina Pavlova, who was the President of Onexim Sports and Entertainment, joined the Wingspan Podcast to talk about her time with the Nets organization and some of her favorite memories. Pavlova, who played a big role in the rebranding of the Brooklyn Nets, provides our listeners with first heard...
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EP15: Kenny Atkinson Breakdown
Along with the hosts, Matt Brooks rejoins the Wingspan Podcast for all three to have a round table discussion on the firing of Brooklyn Nets Coach Kenny Atkinson. --------- Submit your questions and comments to [email protected]. Please remember to subscribe and follow us on Facebook,...
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EP14: Bryan Fonseca
Bryan Fonseca, who is an on-air talent, producer, and writer who has worked for MSG Networks, SLAM Magazine, and SB Nation, talks about his journey to where he is today. Fonseca, who is also the co-host of the Ain’t Hard to Tell Podcast, provides our listeners with advice on the podcast industry,...
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EP13: Brian Taylor
Two-time ABA champion, Brian Taylor, joined the Wingspan Podcast to talk about his unique journey from growing up in New Jersey to winning two titles with Julius Erving and the New York Nets. In addition, Taylor talks about his time at Princeton University, his six seasons in the NBA, splitting...
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EP12: Oliver Maroney
Oliver Maroney, who directs content and does media relations for the BIG3 Basketball League and is the host the Positionless Podcast, hopped on the Wingspan Podcast to highlight his journey to where he is today. Maroney describes what it is like covering the BIG3, his favorite memories, and...
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EP11: Kobe’s Legacy
Following the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant, the hosts’ breakdown his legacy and some of their favorite memories of the late Los Angeles Laker. --------- Submit your questions and comments to [email protected]. Please remember to subscribe and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and…
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EP10: Alex Schiffer
Alex Schiffer, who is an NBA writer for The Athletic, hopped on the Wingspan Podcast to highlight his journey to where he is today. From attending Missouri, one of the most prestigious journalism universities in the United States to covering sports across the county to landing at The Athletic in...
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EP9: Brandon Robinson
Brandon Robinson, best known as Scoop B, is a senior writer for Heavy.com and the host of the Scoop B. Radio podcast. Robinson joined the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his journey from beginning his career covering the end of the Chicago Bulls dynasty at a young age to some of his most memorable...
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EP8: Kristian Winfield
Kristian Winfield, who is a senior NBA writer for the New York Daily News, hopped on the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his journey from writing for several online sports journalism publications to joining one of the most prestigious newspapers in the United States. Winfield describes his emotions...
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EP7: Billy Reinhardt
Billy Reinhardt, who is an NBA writer for SBNations’ NetsDaily and the co-host of ‘The Culture Podcast,’ hopped on the Wingspan Podcast to discuss his journey to where he is today. Reinhardt details when he decided to pursue a career in sports journalism, his time at Fordham, where his passion…
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EP6: Michael Scotto
Michael Scotto, who is an NBA writer for Bleacher Report and the Associated Press, joined the Wingspan Podcast to talk about his journey to where he is today. Scotto, who has been covering the NBA for over a decade, traces back to when he began watching the NBA to his favorite interviews…
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EP5: TJ Kidd
TJ Kidd, son of former NBA point guard and currently Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Jason Kidd, joined the Wingspan Podcast to discuss what it was like growing up as Kidd’s son. Kidd dived into when he first found out he was the son of one of the league’s top point guards and some of his...
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EP4: Matt Brooks
Matt Brooks, an NBA writer for SBNations’ NetsDaily, joined the Wingspan Podcast to talk about his unique journey from a California native to relocating to Brooklyn, New York to pursue his passion for sports journalism. Brooks, best known for his Film Studies, breaks down some of the hottest…
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EP3: Kenny Anderson
Former second overall pick and one of New York’s most coveted point guard Kenny Anderson joined the Wingspan Podcast to discuss how he became Mr. Chibbs on and off the court. Dating back to growing up in New York and gaining the spotlight as a 6th grader to cap off his playing career after 14...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Wingspan Podcast, hosted by Doug Bearak and Chris Milholen of SBNations NetsDaily. This podcast will be presenting exceptional content from us and our special guests. With guests, we will dive into their background, how they started, and how they got to where they are today. Guests will include some of the best media journalists that cover sports, former and current NBA players, and influencers in the field of sports. Submit your questions and comments to [email protected]. Please remember to subscribe and follow us on our social media accounts.
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