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Back Like We Never Left

Back Like We Never Left

By James & Big

Just an unlikely pair of highly skilled conversationalists.
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Back Like We Never LeftJul 30, 2021

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#54 - Generational Talks

#54 - Generational Talks

The Boys sit down after a little hiatus and talk current events touching on everything thats happed over the past months. From Knicks playoff run, and Hip-hop beef, to protests on college campuses. The fellas try and leave you on a positive note and through their life experiences lend advice on how anybody can leave an impactful mark on the world no matter what generation they are in.

May 02, 202401:16:35
#52 - Cannabis Talks

#52 - Cannabis Talks

The boys sit down for the second time with long time friend Kayvon Reid (@growwith_kay) and continue the conversation about him trailblazing the legal cannabis movement in NYC. They talk about how to navigate the new shops as to optimize the quality when purchasing, Kay gives tips about growing in your backyard, and James closes out the show with a snack review of (@Live.Loud.Foods) candied pistachios.
Apr 23, 202401:27:47
#53 - Dunk Talks (Featuring Max Pearce)

#53 - Dunk Talks (Featuring Max Pearce)

The boys sit down with friend and Westchester Legend Max Pearce (@Maxwellpearce) and talk about how he made a lane for himself in the game of basketball without going to the league, his career on the storied organization the Harlem Globe Trotters, being in a video game, his transition into the art world by snagging a solo feature at Art Basel, and much more.

Apr 16, 202401:33:23
#51 - Oscar Talks

#51 - Oscar Talks

James and Big are back and this week the boys talk Oscars and all the trash Movies of 2023, James breaks down why he Lethal Weapon Franchise is the greatest franchise of all time, and they close out the show with some big sports news. Big is also off the weed so the boys discuss the benefits of abstaining form vices.

Mar 13, 202401:18:23
#50 - Fitness Talks

#50 - Fitness Talks

This week the boys sit down with friends Nick and Ant Poli (@poli_twins2) and talk about their road to becoming physical therapists, working for the 🐐 Tom Brady, the current state of fitness and rapid advancement that as taken place, and Nick closes the podcast with a story about him and Big as kids that pushed him to become the guy he is today. And remember to check out the Poli's new program "At Home Manual Therapy" available on politwins.com !


Mar 06, 202401:56:04
#49 - Logic Talks

#49 - Logic Talks

The boys sit down and talk with long time friend and fellow podcaster Melvin (@mellvb) Banks. The boys dive into the superbowl half time performance and discuss the current state of the NBA all star game. Melvin gives us tips on voice acting, how to get videos to go viral, and the boys speak on mental health. Follow Mel's podcast “Logic over Emotion” streaming on Youtube.
Feb 29, 202401:36:24
#48 - Tax Talks II

#48 - Tax Talks II

The boys sit down with renaissance man Kenny Doonan (@kennyshane) (@MitchellandDoonan) and talk about the many facets of his life from being a rapper, becoming a father, to starting his own accounting firm. The fellas also speak on The Grammys, give their upcoming Superbowl predictions, and Big and Kenny close the show out with an amazing freestyle you wont wanna miss.

Feb 09, 202401:22:49
#47 - Young Thunda Cat Talks

#47 - Young Thunda Cat Talks

James sits down solo to talk with two of his protégés Lauren (@Lokippy) and Ace (@acemore_) the gang goes into the origins of young thunda cats, Halloween kids and Disney adults. And Lauren talks about the gluten free life, her experience being an industry plant, and teases her new podcast.
Jan 25, 202401:05:16
#46 - Brick Talks

#46 - Brick Talks

This week the boys talk about this deep freeze hitting the northeast and explain the difference between "its brick" and "Oh na". James tells some ski stories including that one time he skied from California to Nevada by accident and close out with NFL playoff disappointments and predictions.

Jan 21, 202401:48:29
#45 - Accountability Talks
Jan 08, 202401:42:21
#44 - Resolution Talks

#44 - Resolution Talks

The Boys Give you one Last episode to get you through the Holidays and into the year. James and Big talk New Years resolutions, Draymond Green and the Mount Rushmore of unhinged NBA players, college campus racism outlets, GTA 6, the Gucci Mane Christmas Album, and James ends it with a story about the time Juicy J popped his collar.

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Dec 20, 202301:45:41
#43 - Kwanzaa Talks

#43 - Kwanzaa Talks

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On this episode the boys sit down and talk, Greek Mythology, Trans Maga supporters, they rank G.O.A.T 🐐 holiday movies, and try to uncover the mystery of Kwanzaa.

Dec 01, 202301:45:31
#42 - Turkey Talk II

#42 - Turkey Talk II

Give Thanks! its another episode of BLWNL with special guest Kev Gara (@kevgara). The boys break down the new Drake album Scary Hours edition, they talk about the new Diddy allegations and the funny moves industry cats make, Kev and Big give us a freestyle previewing their new upcoming projects, and last but not least the boys talk about their favorite parts of the thanksgiving meals and give you a McDonalds pie hack sure to break the ice cream machine.
Nov 27, 202302:03:22
#41 - Funny Talks

#41 - Funny Talks

The boys sit down with friend, stand up comedian, movie buff, and all around funny guy Frank Deruggiero (@frankderuggiero). They discuss the business of comedy, do a deep dive on movies/film, rattle off some of their "top fives", and the boys reminisce on Franks old wardrobe choices as well as him being mistaken for a magician.

Nov 09, 202302:13:22
#40 - Rockstar Talks

#40 - Rockstar Talks

The Boys sit down with friend Liam Davis (@liam.coe.davis) musical prodigy and talk about the rockstar life. The boys speak on Liams musical influences, career ups and downs, the state of rock and roll, and the Taylor Swift effect. They also touch on favorite Halloween candy and the recent death of Mathew Perry.
Nov 02, 202302:00:31
#39 - Cowboy Talks

#39 - Cowboy Talks

The boys are back with a new episode touching on everything thats happened since the last drop and believe us alot has happened. The boys speak on everything from the new Drake album to the Israel Palestine conflict and most importantly this episode is dedicated to all the real cowboys out there still doing their thing.

Oct 24, 202302:16:33
#38 - Wedding Season Talks

#38 - Wedding Season Talks

James and Big are back after a little end of summer hiatus. The boys recap the first two sloppy weeks of NFL, James also breaks down wedding season and gives us a few stories from his 3 weekend wedding marathon. They also touch on the state of NYC and Mayor Eric Adams as well as Identifying a level 5 threat based on your opponents fighting stance.

Sep 23, 202301:35:31
#37 - Hoop Talks

#37 - Hoop Talks

On this weeks episode James and Big sit down with court legend Water Ray and talk Basketball, Ray tells us what it was like growing up in Harlem starting sports at an early age, AAU and traveling through the country playing ball. They also speak on the origins of "shambles" and how to stay clean so you don't end up in shambles yourself.

Aug 20, 202301:43:27
#36 - Mush Talks

#36 - Mush Talks

James and Big are back and this week the boys talk about Aliens and why no one cares, Big gives his review of the Barbie movie, and James tells a tale of his recent visit to The Travers in Saratoga and the heartbreak that ensued at the track. They also talk sushi and saki and how James has gotten fleeced by multiple different sushi establishments.
Aug 10, 202301:43:10
#35 - Bread Talks

#35 - Bread Talks

James and Big hit you with a quick episode this week where they talk about Money, bad feets of the 2000s, and James gives a review on the second season of The Bear on HULU all whilst off the infused banana bread.
Jul 24, 202301:20:30
#34 - Conspiracy Talks

#34 - Conspiracy Talks

This week James and Big speak on recent tabloid relationship dramas and how to keep it P in the midst of a domestic dispute. Then Big gives us a freestyle previewing his new album coming soon. We also have a drop in guest our very close friend Dalton. They talk about why golf is so addicting, his time in basic training, and the anxiety that comes along with taking that first step when it comes to changing the trajectory of your life. The boys close it out with some conspiracy talk about mermaids, moon landings, and the death of Avicii.

Jul 16, 202301:43:25
#33 - Drought Talks

#33 - Drought Talks

James and Big are back with another episode, this week the boys get into a conversation about drug legalization and their own consumption experiences with a few funny stories. The boys also talk yankees history and give their opinions on the Titan Submarine accident.
Jul 04, 202302:16:59
#32 - Film Talks

#32 - Film Talks

The boys sit down with friend Mike (@V4real) V and talk about his career in the film industry, favorite movies and eras of film, the boys also tell some travel tales and James & Mike reminisce on a night of debauchery in NYC the summer after lock downs.

Jun 22, 202302:29:38
#31 - Liberty Talks

#31 - Liberty Talks

The boys sit down with an old friend Chaz (@chazbrochill88) Luciano and have an intellectual and philosophical conversation about the state of America and the direction we are headed as a nation. The boys also dive deep into DMT trips, big pharma, religion, anarchy, travel, and much more. This is an episode you definitely don't want to skip.
Jun 15, 202303:02:01
#30 - Photo Shoot Talks

#30 - Photo Shoot Talks

James and Big sit down and have a intellectual conversation with friend and photographer Jordan Lewis @JLartistries. The boys talk about the art of photography, how to overcome doubt, and reminisce on their Varsity careers. You will hear a few funny stories about high school antics they got into that wouldn’t fly in today’s climate including a story about someone getting their shoes blown off.
Jun 05, 202302:12:01
#29 - Sha Money Talks

#29 - Sha Money Talks

James and Big are back with friend and special guest Sha Money, this week the boys speak on movies that made them shed a tear, picky eaters, and the pains of messing up a good thing. The boys also talk about animals and Sha tells us about a dog attack he encountered first hand and ends the podcast with a story about a close call run in with some gangsters in Milan.

Jun 01, 202302:40:08
#28 - Ambition Talks

#28 - Ambition Talks

This week the boys talk about chasing passion vs chasing paper, they give top five baseball player picks, and James tells us about the five boro bike tour.
May 25, 202302:27:02
#27 - Tribulation Talks

#27 - Tribulation Talks

James and Big are back and this week the boys talk about the new John Wick movie, speak on the Aaron Rodgers trade, James talks about his trip upstate, and also tells a story about an unemployment office situation that lead the boys into a discussion about turning tribulation into motivation.

Apr 28, 202302:29:19
#26 - OG talks

#26 - OG talks

This week we have 2 legendary guests Irv Santana and Nat Millie. The boys break down a few “Millie-isims” and get the lowdown on the origins of Roth and EBOS. Nat also tells stories about being on MTVs real world Cancun and perils of being a firefighter. Irv breaks down his picks for the NBA playoffs and explains the importance of waking up early in life.

Apr 15, 202302:14:22
#25 - Drone Talks

#25 - Drone Talks

This week James and Big sit down and talk with long time friend Jose (@donnquistador) Donneys and Katie. The gang talks dispensary stories, racist urban planners, they have some hot takes about the new Avatar and Top Gun, and James & Jose tell tales about their journey through the jungles of Colombia together.
Apr 02, 202302:13:18
#24 - Swayzee Talks

#24 - Swayzee Talks

This week James and Big sit down and chop it up about Patrick Sawyze movies and the new upcoming remake of Road House. The boys also re-cap a weekend of March Madness parlays and some typical escapades where James impersonated a bouncer and overdosed on Vitamin B3.
Mar 24, 202301:58:37
#23 - Termination Talks

#23 - Termination Talks

James and Big are back with another episode of BLWNL this week the boys get into a deep conversation about managing expectations, creating value out of a failure, and learning how to traverse the ebbs and flows of life. They also express their thoughts on the new addition to the Creed trilogy and talk about the selling the farm to afford a ticket to (possibly) Drakes last tour.

Mar 17, 202302:11:37
#22 - Tax Talks

#22 - Tax Talks

James and Big are back with another EP, this week the boys speak on pissing in public, taxes, the future of AI, and James hits us with an update on his Stubhub class action lawsuit saga.

Feb 23, 202302:02:26
#21- Legacy Talks

#21- Legacy Talks

James and Big are back for another season and kick it off with a conversation about dating outside of your culture as well as the perils of going out on Valentines day. They also delve into some sports talk including Lebrons legacy with the all time scoring record, Tom Bradys retirement announcement, and their own mush worthy Super-bowl picks.

Feb 10, 202301:40:30
#20- New Year Talks

#20- New Year Talks

James and Big are back with their 20th episode of BLWNL where they talk about some big sports hot takes, new generation family dynamics, and the boys teach you how to "dress fat" going into 2023 so you don't have to deal with the January gym rush.

Jan 18, 202302:00:33
#19- Party Talks

#19- Party Talks

Its a Christmas miracle friend and founder of Slumber Party Cycling Club, Architect, and all around renaissance man Steve Leo joins the boys with help from return guest / part time co-host Ant "flow" Harvey on another episode of BLWNL. The boys talk WNBA, favorite sneakers of all time, and reminisce on big college parties, magic blunts, cycling accidents.

Dec 23, 202202:24:51
#18- Scammer Talks

#18- Scammer Talks

James and Big are back talking about Kanye West antics, art world scammers, and have the exclusive scoop on the new R Kelly album from jail. They also speak on new BLWNL merch and a new apple music playlist curated with music featured on the podcast plus original music from Big himself and featured guest Kev Gara. 

Dec 12, 202202:08:04
#17- Gun Talks

#17- Gun Talks

The boys celebrate Veterans Day with day one friend and 10 year military veteran Anthony "flow" Harvey and talk guns, New York culture, world travels, and why being called "individual" is the biggest insult you can give to a service member.

Nov 15, 202202:24:29
#16- Class Action Talks

#16- Class Action Talks

On this episode of BLWNL James and Big talk entrepreneurship, pirate radio, James explains how he's heading up action law suit against stub hub while Big tells a story about how a ten year old beat him in a pickup game. 

Oct 23, 202202:32:09
#15- God Talks

#15- God Talks

Like DJ Khaled says they didn't believe in us GOD DID. James and Big dive into spirituality, the church, and mix in some heathen stories on this episode of BLWNL.

Sep 26, 202202:18:40
#14- Dynasty Talks

#14- Dynasty Talks

James and Big are back with another episode where they talk about their favorite Denzel and Adam Sandler movies, touch on the Yankees season and reflect on the old dynasties and what it means to get paid to be a winner.

Aug 16, 202201:48:03
#13- Friendship Talks

#13- Friendship Talks

In this episode of BLWNL James and Big speak on different types of friendships from acquaintances, to work friends, to day ones and the importance of each in the roll they play in your life respectively. They also touch on the art of storytelling and give the keys to crafting a tale that people will want to listen to.   

Jul 08, 202202:10:58
#12- Weed Talks

#12- Weed Talks

Back at you with a quick episode featuring long time friend and local flower enthusiast and connoisseur Rodney G. The fellas talk about recreational smoking styles, James updates us on his new career decisions, and the boys reminisce on James and Bigs husky days when James invented a walking paced run and bigs acl tear was the only thing that dragged him out of his unhealthy life style.

Jun 13, 202248:05
#11- Vacation Talks

#11- Vacation Talks

James and Big are back from their respective vacations with tales of their travels. James tells a story of how he recently got ghosted, and James' brother Dean drops in cooks the boys some food and talks about cowboys, pirates, and conquerers.
May 04, 202202:29:28
#10- Season Finale Talks

#10- Season Finale Talks

James and Big wrap up the season by talking about BIG March Madness parlays, new business ventures, plans for the upcoming season, and reflect back on why they started the podcast and how far they have come over the last year.

Apr 03, 202201:43:56
#9- Time Talks

#9- Time Talks

James and Big are back with another episode of BLWNL. The boys speak about the current state of the world, the flagrant use of the N word, and the importance of spending time with the people you love while they are still here. James also tells a story about the infamous slashing that occurred at his restaurant years ago and a 6 degrees of separation style run in with a vacation friend.

Mar 02, 202202:15:11
#8- Music Talks

#8- Music Talks

James and Big sit down with long time friend and recording artist Kev Gara and talk sports, music, the creative process, and his influences. James also makes edibles and tells us the story of a bad trip that had him begging to go to the hospital and Big brings us back and takes us on a journey through an unforgettable day in his life with an unlikely cast of characters.  

Feb 04, 202202:39:45
#7- Propaganda Talks

#7- Propaganda Talks

James and Big sit down and talk Apple products and they catch up on James's sexcapades being a single man in the city. They also touch on deeper topics like critical race theory and the importance of  being able to have an open conversation with people from all walks of life.

Jan 22, 202202:50:05
#6- Farm Talks

#6- Farm Talks

James and Big talk to Friend and Guest Kayvon Reid about his journey in becoming a hemp farmer, being an outdoorsman, and starting his brand of homegrown hemp based products RePhil and the ups, downs, and unexpected challenges he faced in making his dreams into a reality.   

Dec 13, 202102:43:37
#5- Turkey Talk

#5- Turkey Talk

Give thanks its another episode of BLWNL! This Episode James and Big talk about Thanksgiving as we move into the holiday season. James tells a couple of nefarious tales about his recent rendezvous and the boys speak on veganisim, diets, cooking, and the controversial topic of steaks and how they should be cooked. 

Nov 29, 202102:32:20