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One Shining Pod

One Shining Pod

By Chris Bolton

Straight college hoops talk with your boys Chris Bolton and Walker Bailey.
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One Shining Pod Jul 30, 2020

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Midseason Report Cards

Midseason Report Cards

Walker Bailey and Chris Bolton join you with another episode of One Shining Pod to hit on the midway point of the season. We touch on Coach of the Year, Player of the Year, some surprises and disappointments so far, and we revisit some of the mid-major teams we anticipated big things from and how they are performing so far this season. We also highlight some of the top college hoops matchups for the week!

Jan 25, 202201:00:06
One Shining Pod - Interview with Ole Miss guard Jarkel Joiner

One Shining Pod - Interview with Ole Miss guard Jarkel Joiner

Chris Bolton and Walker Bailey talk with Ole Miss guard Jarkel Joiner about his expectations for the team and himself this season season, being back home in Oxford, and how does he keep the fresh fade. Tune in and enjoy! 

Nov 12, 202140:53
One Shining Pod Ep. 1 - Let the Season Begin

One Shining Pod Ep. 1 - Let the Season Begin

Chris Bolton and Walker Bailey welcome you to our new college basketball podcast. In this episode, we preview the season breaking down the major conferences, mid major teams to keep an eye on, and reveal our Final Four picks. 

Nov 09, 202155:06
Check Up with Chris Bolton - D Bass Interview

Check Up with Chris Bolton - D Bass Interview

On this episode of the Check Up with Chris Bolton, I interview upcoming Dallas rapper D Bass. We discuss his album Self Centered, finding your purpose and preview his new album Self Centered Too. 


 Self Centered Too link: https://musics.link/30416Pnxly 


Be sure to like and share!

Apr 16, 202128:29
Top NBA Prospects, Sleepers and A Look at the NBA with Walker Bailey

Top NBA Prospects, Sleepers and A Look at the NBA with Walker Bailey

Walker Bailey, contributor for Pounding the Rock, and I discuss some of the top prospects who are on track to be in the 2021 NBA Draft. We also take a look at some draft sleepers. Then we discuss how things are shaping out in the NBA and what we expect to happen as the season progresses. Be sure to share and leave a review. Follow me on Twitter @chris_bolton_12. Thanks for listening!

Feb 16, 202101:37:06
Evaluating Players with Justina Knight

Evaluating Players with Justina Knight

In this episode, I have a conversation with Justina Knight from Sports Talk 2319 and HoopVals to discuss player evaluations, the importance of knowing your role on a team, and her thoughts on the NBA season moving forward. Be sure to leave a review, comment and share! You can follow Justina on Twitter (@hoopnalysis_35) and myself (@chris_bolton_12).
Jan 28, 202141:12
Harden Trade Talks, Giannis Extension and Preseason Rookies with Mo Murphy

Harden Trade Talks, Giannis Extension and Preseason Rookies with Mo Murphy

In this episode, I chop it up with special guest Mo Murphy from the UpNFlamez Podcast to discuss the intensifying trade rumors surrounding James Harden. We also dive into Giannis signing his extension and what that means for the league, the Bucks, and ultimately for Giannis and his chances of winning a championship. We also discuss what rookies have impressed us during the preseason. Be sure to leave a review, subscribe and share! Thanks for listening. Hope you enjoy!
Dec 18, 202001:20:08
NBA Conference Predictions with AP

NBA Conference Predictions with AP

NBA Conference Predictions with my guy AP with AAL Sports. We go through how we see things shaking out this season in both conferences as we near the start of the season. Follow me on Twitter @chris_bolton_12 and on Instagram @chris.bolton_ for all my takes. Subscribe, share and leave a 5 star review for ya boy! Thanks and enjoy.
Dec 05, 202047:02
NBA Draft Preview with Draft Analyst Matt Babcock
Nov 05, 202035:47
Mock Draft Pt. 2

Mock Draft Pt. 2

In this episode, I continue my breakdown of my NBA Mock Draft with a look at picks 15-30. I reveal some big news as well! Hope you guys enjoy. I have some special guests coming on soon so thank you all for your continued support. Like, subscribe and share the podcast. Follow my Twitter @chris_bolton_12 and Instagram @chris.bolton_

Nov 03, 202027:17
NBA Mock Draft Pt. 1

NBA Mock Draft Pt. 1

Your boy is back at it with a breakdown of my NBA Mock Draft. I give a look at how the lottery might shake out. It’s going to be a wild, fun draft so I hope everyone enjoys! Be sure to like, subscribe and share the pod! Thanks for listening
Oct 27, 202049:54
Why the 2020 NBA Finals is Very Reminiscent of the 2004 NBA Finals?

Why the 2020 NBA Finals is Very Reminiscent of the 2004 NBA Finals?

In this episode of the podcast, I breakdown the similarities on the court and the lead up to the 2020 NBA Finals and the 2004 NBA Finals between the Lakers and Pistons. Hope y’all enjoy my perspective. Leave a review, subscribe and share! Thanks
Sep 30, 202039:16
Bucks in Trouble, NBA Semifinals Talk

Bucks in Trouble, NBA Semifinals Talk

In this episode, I breakdown down why the Bucks are in trouble, adjustments Toronto should make, and make my prediction for the West Semifinals. Like, share, and leave a review for ya boy! Thanks
Sep 03, 202031:13
NBA Boycott Reaction

NBA Boycott Reaction

NBA players take a stand and boycott thus postponing the playoffs for the time being. I talk about how courageous of a stand it was for them to take and my appreciation for them doing so. Listen, subscribe and leave a 5 star review! Follow me on IG: chris.bolton_ and Twitter @chris_bolton_12
Aug 27, 202029:05
MVP Talk/All NBA Picks with “Off The Glass” Zach

MVP Talk/All NBA Picks with “Off The Glass” Zach

Zach and I give our takes on who should win the NBA Awards as well as our All NBA teams. Hope everyone enjoys some real basketball dialogue. Subscribe, share, leave a 5 star review and comment anything on your mind. Thanks!
Aug 10, 202052:59
Pistons Draft Talk with Nick Henkel, Luke Kennard love, and LeBron’s Greatness

Pistons Draft Talk with Nick Henkel, Luke Kennard love, and LeBron’s Greatness

PistonsPowered site expert and Detroit Pistons fan Nick Henkel @NicolasHenkel joins the pod to help preview the Detroit Pistons draft needs and how they should approach this draft. We talk about how Nick and current Pistons guard Luke Kennard became friends, and we talk about a myriad of things NBA at the end of the podcast including LeBron James greatness at year 17. Enjoy, subscribe and leave comments and a 5 star review!
Aug 03, 202001:20:40
NBA is Back/Top International Prospects for the 2020 Draft

NBA is Back/Top International Prospects for the 2020 Draft

The NBA is back! I give my spill on how I think tonight’s games will play out. Then afterwards, I unveil my list of the top 10 international prospects in the draft. Hope you enjoy! Subscribe, leave a review, all that.
Jul 30, 202055:22
Knicks Talk with Wob

Knicks Talk with Wob

The face of NBA Twitter himself@worldwidewob joins the pod to talk Knicks basketball ranging from his Knicks fandom to what players the Knicks should consider drafting. As you can imagine, Wob experienced a plethora of emotions during the pod 😂 be sure to follow myself on Twitter as well @chris_bolton_12
Jul 06, 202043:03
Cavs Draft Talk with Dan Gilinsky

Cavs Draft Talk with Dan Gilinsky

In today’s episode, Dan Gilinsky and I breakdown how the Cleveland Cavs should approach this year’s draft and what we would do with the possible pick they’ll have. Dan is the site expert for the King James Gospel at Fansided. Be sure to follow him @ArmchairQBDan on Twitter to get all your Cleveland sports news. Hope you all enjoy!
Jul 02, 202029:17
Who Should Golden State Draft?!

Who Should Golden State Draft?!

In this episode, I put on my GM hat and go through the process of what players GSW should be giving hard thought towards drafting depending on where the pick ultimately ends up at after the draft lottery.
Jun 29, 202038:24
The “What If” Playoffs

The “What If” Playoffs

Gunner and I breakdown some of the different scenarios regarding the NBA’s return. We also breakdown how the playoffs would go if it were a 1-16 no conference affiliations style. Find out who we think would ultimately win it all!
Jun 04, 202001:29:20
Episode 10 - Interview with NBA Draft prospect Henri Drell

Episode 10 - Interview with NBA Draft prospect Henri Drell

In this episode, I’m able to have an exclusive interview with NBA Draft prospect Henri Drell from Estonia. Henri is looking to become only the 2nd player ever from Estonia to be drafted. In our conversation, we discuss and breakdown his game, talk about his time playing pro ball in Italy, the FIBA World Cup qualifiers, and why he feels he’s ready to make the leap to the NBA. Thanks for listening! Hope you all enjoy.
May 25, 202036:33
“GM Talk” - NBA Mock Draft

“GM Talk” - NBA Mock Draft

The “Vee and Dee Show” join the pod to play general manager as we generate a draft lottery and mock draft the first 15 picks. Of course, it gets crazy! Tune in.
May 21, 202001:40:53
Interview with NBA prospect Jordan Lyons

Interview with NBA prospect Jordan Lyons

The Deep Dive series continues as I breakdown former Furman guard and NBA prospect Jordan Lyons. Lyons and I also talk over the phone as we discuss his time playing at Furman, his high school days, and how he sees his overall game transitioning to the next level. Follow me on Instagram: chris.bolton_ and on Twitter @chris_bolton_12.
May 14, 202055:03
All NBA Wrong Team

All NBA Wrong Team

My friend and fellow hoops fanatic Gunner aka Gunshow give our takes on players we feel are on the wrong team. They could be putting up numbers but deserve to be in a better situation with a different role or they could be underperforming statistically due to how they are currently being utilized. Follow me on Twitter @Chris_Bolton_12 and let me know what players you would have on your All NBA Wrong Team list
May 12, 202001:31:52
Interview with NBA Draft prospect Eugene German

Interview with NBA Draft prospect Eugene German

I continue the “Deep Dive” series by highlighting NIU all-time leading scorer and NBA prospect Eugene German. I was also able to talk to Eugene himself to hear how it’s been preparing for the draft, discuss his playing days in college, and also how his hometown helped build him into who he is today.
Apr 30, 202027:60
MJ Doc reaction, From Hoops to Hits

MJ Doc reaction, From Hoops to Hits

Guest Vyron Lavender and I give our initial reactions to parts 1 and 2 of “The Last Dance” documentary. Also, in honor of the NFL Draft, we do a draft of our own. We pick 10 players from the NBA that we feel could have been successful NFL players. Be sure to let me know on Twitter who’s team is better! Follow me on Twitter @chris_bolton_12 and on Instagram: chris.bolton_
Apr 23, 202052:47
Tyrell Terry “Deep Dive”

Tyrell Terry “Deep Dive”

First installment of my “Deep Dive” series as I talk about Stanford freshman guard Tyrell Terry who looks to possibly be the steal of the upcoming NBA Draft.
Apr 18, 202030:11
Episode 3 - You’re Cutting Luka?!?!

Episode 3 - You’re Cutting Luka?!?!

Guest Vyron Lavender and I continue our preview of the 2020 NBA Draft as we breakdown some of the forwards and big men prospects. After that, we play a game of “Start. Bench. Cut.” where things get a little wacky 😂 we choose from current players, old players, and old teams. Tune in and enjoy!
Apr 14, 202001:58:41
Episode 2 - Guard Talk 🤫

Episode 2 - Guard Talk 🤫

Guest Vyron Lavender and myself break down some of the guard prospects for the 2020 NBA Draft including LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards and many more. We also give our sleepers and overhyped players.
Apr 02, 202052:22
Episode 1 - The Pilot

Episode 1 - The Pilot

First episode of the podcast just giving an introduction of what to expect, talking about what I’ve been doing during this break with no sports and a quick breakdown of the 2011 NBA Finals
Mar 31, 202016:51
Check Up Coming Soon 🤫

Check Up Coming Soon 🤫

Podcast szn. First episode coming soon 🤫👀
Mar 27, 202000:43