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Joshua Griffith, Sean Warren, and J. Bowman come together to bring Vancouver an all basketball podcast covering the NBA and more!
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Episode 30 - The Subway

VANSLAMSep 19, 2022

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Episode 30 - The Subway

Episode 30 - The Subway

The #NBA Preseason is set to tip off on September 30th and the Basketbuddies are reunited for Episode 30 of the Vanslam Vancouver's only NBA Podcast, to our knowledge, here on the Area51 Sports Network. Joshua, Sean, and Bowman look into the Donavon Mitchell trade to the Cleveland Cavaliers and what that will do to the landscape in the Eastern Conference if anything for the Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers.

We also discuss the new leaked NBA City edition jerseys, what ones we like, and what ones we hate. Why can't the NBA continue to use the good ones? Why do they have to come out with terrible ones year after year? We talk about the Celtics GM's comments about his team being overrated and briefly dive into the Doc Rivers social media scandal.

We also randomly rip the CFL, Talk about why sports are so amazing in October in regards to the NBA season starting, give Trae Young his dues, talk about the making of podcasts, answer some of your questions from Twitter, and a whole lot more.

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

Follow your hosts on Twitter @JoshuaGriffith0 @SeanWarren234 and @JBowmancouver

Sep 19, 202257:24
Episode 29 - The Red Dot

Episode 29 - The Red Dot

It might be the #NBA Offseason but that doesn't mean there isn't news! Joshua and Bowman shoot around the latest Basketball news without the bossman Sean Warren. Kevin Durant staying with the Brooklyn Nets, Patrick Beverly getting traded to the LA Lakers, Why we both loved J.J. Reddick (Cause we are old), and More.

We also get into The OC, Sandy Cohen's eyebrows, A really stupid tattoo that Tyler Herro has (We spend some time on this), Ben Simmons at the YMCA, The Raptors, The 76ers, some other basketball stuff, Chet Holmgrens season-ending injury, Jetpacking dogs (Hah! I made this one up to make sure your paying attention!), A Trip to Philly, Being old (Wow mentioned that twice), and the usual shenanigans.

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

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Aug 28, 202201:10:13
Episode 28 - The Alternate Side

Episode 28 - The Alternate Side

The Vanslam Podcast is back to somewhat cover the #NBA Finals! The Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics both try to win the Larry O'Brien Trophy! This year has a different vibe for the #NBAFinals and Joshua, Bowman, and Sean discuss what we have seen in this year's playoffs, The NBA Finals, and a whole lot more!

Where does Steph Curry rank among the NBA greats? Klay, Draymond, and the rest of the warriors cast. Who on the Boston Celtics is providing that X factor? Is it Al Horford? Jayson Tatum? or a collective group that is outmatching the Warriors?

Then we get completely off the rails and podcast like 3 fine gentlemen that haven't podcasted in months. We talk about recent movies, some Canucks, everything else in the NBA, the new Adam Sandler movie, Adult language, why we missed each other, and a whole lot more! Sorry, Adam and Andy...

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

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Jun 13, 202201:04:25
Episode 27 - The Stranded

Episode 27 - The Stranded

The Vanslam is back for episode 27 as Josh and Bowman break down the first 3 games between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Toronto Raptors. #PhilaUnite was able to take the first two games at home and #WeTheNorth was looking to keep the home game advantage.

It was a crazy OT game and Philly came out on top and took the 3-0 series lead. We chatted about if the Raptors are able to come back, what went wrong, and if they are going to be happy with their season? We also chat about we Joel Embiid should be the #NBA MVP this season. Then as we fade out to the 76ers music we answer your questions from Twitter.

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

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Apr 21, 202250:22
Episode 26 - The Nose Job

Episode 26 - The Nose Job

The VanSlam podcast is back as Joshua is joined by Sean and Bowman to talk about what's happening with our favorite teams, all around the #NBA and maybe bash a couple of players or two (Trae Young*). Of course, there are the normal nonbasketball shenanigans as we test out our moans, talk some Batman (Don't worry no spoilers), judge Lebron James parenting in the Space Jam movie, and a whole lot more.

First off we discuss what is happening with the Toronto Raptors and #WeThe North. After back-to-back wins against the Brooklyn Nets, they were once again defeated at the hands of their former coach Dwayne Casey and the Detriot Pistons. Another loss to the lowly Orlando Magic and is a playoff series the bar for this team?

Then we go over the Process and what's happening with the Philadelphia 76ers and their new addition. Bowman has asked all slander be scrubbed from past episodes as the fit has been amazing and Philly continues to rise up the Eastern Conference standings. We discuss the impact Harden has had on Joel Embiid and youngster Tyrese Maxey and the non-impact he has had on Tobias Harris.

Then we discuss if JA Morant should be in the MVP conversation and why there should be a "Most Exciting Player" award. The MVP discussion continues between Embiid and Nikola Jokic and why if one of us ever disappears you should look to the brothers. We finish off trashing whatever the Lakers are trying to do and welcoming back Zion Williamson to the New Orleans Cassowary.

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

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Mar 07, 202258:17
Episode 25 - The Tape

Episode 25 - The Tape

The VanSlam is back for a bonus episode that is No #NBA and all Vibes! Joshua, Sean, and Bowman go over 90's music and Much Dance 97' as they look back at elementary school dances. Then we talk about the Superbowl halftime show and go over some nostalgic Rap and if Rap music has lost its luster nowadays with Autotune and everyone sounding the same.

Then we don't talk about the #NBA some more but instead go off on the rest of our music takes from the 90's NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, Hanson, and much much more! Also a big shout out to Jeffrey Bruce Atkins!

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

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Feb 21, 202244:20
Episode 24 - The Cafe

Episode 24 - The Cafe

The Vanslam is geared up for #NBAAllStar weekend! Okay not really because it is absolute garbage but Joshua, Sean, and Bowman break down the Rising stars game and how Scottie Barnes and Tyrese Maxey became best friends. Does the Slam Dunk contest even excite people anymore? We also talk about improvements that the NBA can make to the All-Star Game to improve the festivities, Where are the Mascots and Trampoloines!

Then we look at the Philadelphia 76ers season at the break and what the F*&% Doc Rivers is doing with his bench. Will James Harden be able to provide that balance for the 76ers?? Then we look at the Toronto Raptors and what they plan to do for the season. Are they going to hope for a play in-game, they traded their first pick for Thad Young but aren't close to contending. What is happening for #WeThe North!

Then we discuss the rest of the #NBA and answer your questions from Twitter!

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

Follow your hosts on Twitter @JoshuaGriffith0 @SeanWarren234 and @JBowmancouver

Stay tuned for a special bonus episode on absolutely nothing Basketball!

Feb 19, 202201:28:27
Episode 23 - The Parking Garage

Episode 23 - The Parking Garage

It's an NBA Trade Deadline day for the Vanslam Podcast, Vancouver only NBA Podcast to our knowledge. This week we break down the big James Harden and Ben Simmons trade between the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers. How does our resident Sixers fan Bowman, feel about the trade, and can it push Philly to the top of the Eastern Conference?

Then Joshua and Sean weigh in on the trade and look at the Toronto Raptors' move to finally land Thad Young from the San Antonio Spurs. The Raptors also look to continue their strong play of late. An impressive 8 game win streak and Josh and Sean might be actually looking at the playoffs now. We look at some of the other #NBA Trades that caught our interest and what is happening in Portland.

We get into a bit of shenanigan after 3 weeks of solid Basketball talk and take things a bit off the rails before we answer your one question from Twitter. Thanks Adam!

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

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Feb 12, 202201:08:55
Episode 22 - The Library

Episode 22 - The Library

The VanSlam is back this week to chat about the serging #WeTheNorth and their 5 game winning streak. The Philadelphia 76ers were on a streak before a couple of tough losses to the Wizards and the Mavericks. The Eastern Conference is super tight and the Brooklyn Nets are falling. Could we see a trade for James Harden and Ben Simmons?

Fred VanVleet was named an NBA All-Star Reserve and we talk about the rest of the all-stars for the 2022 festivities. Then we get into the Rising stars game and how it could be the pinnacle of the NBA All-Star Weekend in the future. Could the NBA benefit from pushing younger players?

And then we answer your questions from Twitter about changing rules to the NBA and the Winter Olympics. Can the NBA call the rules? Fewer timeouts and more trampolines.

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

Follow your hosts on Twitter @JoshuaGriffith0 @SeanWarren234 and @JBowmancouver

Feb 05, 202201:31:12
Episode 21 - The Dog

Episode 21 - The Dog

The VanSlam Podcast is back, Vancouver's only #NBA Podcast to our knowledge, on the Area 51 Sports Network. Joshua, Sean, and Bowman get caught up with #WeTheNorth and the up and down season they are having. What is their identity? Is a middle-of-the-pack team okay considering that is what we predicted before the season started? Then we talk about the 111-105 loss to the Chicago Bulls and DeMar Derozan. What is his legacy with the Toronto Raptors? The guys worry his legacy might be nothing more than a trade chip.

Then Bowman goes off on a tangent on why Joel Embiid from the Philadelphia 76ers is the MVP and has shown why he doesn't need Ben Simmons. Also, Ben Simmons trade talk as we look around the NBA and discuss if James Harden or Russell Westbrooke could change teams.

We finish off our mid-season awards, sorry Trey Young. Before going over the #NBAAllStarGame Starters. We get to a question from... Instagram and much more!

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

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Jan 30, 202201:32:14
Episode 20 - The Pen

Episode 20 - The Pen

The VanSlam is back for Episode 20 to chat things all #NBA and of course everything else we can think of. We look at the Raptors 2 game slid and why Dwyane Casey always seems to have their number with the Detriot Pistons. The 76ers are on a roll and Tyrese Maxey and Mattias Thybulle starting to come into their own and compliment the MVP season that Joel Embiid is having. We look at the latest in the Ben Simmonds saga, as it has been almost a month since we touched on that tire fire, and if there will be any takers for the February 10th trade deadline.

Then we look at the #NBAAllStar voting and complain about why Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson are in the mix despite limited games and why players like Fred VanVleet are more recognized. We finish off with why Ja Morant has been so amazing and how we long for the Grizzlies to be back in Vancouver.

A brief performance issues segment before we get into your questions from Twitter where we get to talk fanny packs, tear-away pants, and argyle sweater vests. What movie sequels are overrated and why Steve Nash is such a terrible coach (Coach, not player!).

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

Follow your hosts on Twitter @JoshuaGriffith0 @SeanWarren234 and @JBowmancouver

Jan 16, 202201:36:31
Episode 19 - The Truth

Episode 19 - The Truth

The VanSlam, Vancouver's only #NBA POdcast to our knowledge, is back after the holiday break to get you caught up on all things Basketball. Joshua, Sean, and Bowman chat about the latest winning streaks for the Philadelphia #76ers and #WeTheNorth as both teams climb up the Eastern Conference Standings. Fred VanVleet and Joel Embiid lead their respective teams and are both playing at All-Star form.

We continue looking at the East with Kyrie Irving returning for the Brooklyn Nets and Demar DeRozan leading a surprising Chicago Bulls team to a 26-10 record. Also whatever happened to Lavar Ball?

Then we set our sights on the west with a Jersey Retirement for Dirk Nowitzki from the Dallas Mavericks and a horrible trophy to go along with it. Before finishing off things with the LA Lakers, Klay Thompson's return (eventually), Why Zion Williamson will one day be a New York Knick and much more!

Then we get into your questions from Twitter and things take a turn for the worse as we discuss our favorite Star Wars quotes and are joined by the Big Shaq Daddy (It is not actually Shaq I hate to spoil it) to discuss if he is a top 10 player or not in the #NBA

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

Follow your hosts on Twitter @JoshuaGriffith0 @SeanWarren234 and @JBowmancouver


Jan 09, 202201:29:44
Episode 18 - The Note

Episode 18 - The Note

The VanSlam is back after a brief hiatus as Vancouver's only #NBA Podcast, to our knowledge, gets you caught up with everything around the league. Joshua and Bowman chat about Stephen Curry breaking Ray Allens all-time 3 point record against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Is Curry the greatest 3 point shooter of all time? We talk about the latest news from the Brooklyn Nets who will let Kyrie Irving return playing in away games (That didn't last long as he went into Covid Protocol shortly after recording.) and KD making it 8 players (Uh 9) players in Protocol for the Nets.

Bowman gives us a Ben Simmons update and we look at some of the possible moves that the Philadelphia 76ers could make. Also, I ask Why does Isiah Joe play? Then we look at what's been trouble the Toronto Raptors, I had trouble finding the word but my co-host was quick with "Identity". Then we go around the League and check in on the old folks' home that is the LA Lakers and Isiah Thomas. Why no one seems to remember the Milwaukee Bucks won the NBA Championship last season and more.

We also chat some 90's, Boy Bands, Spider-Man (No Spoilers) and answer your questions from Twitter.

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts. Thanks to our great sponsor the Adelaide Zoo!

Follow your hosts on Twitter @JoshuaGriffith0 @SeanWarren234 and @JBowmancouver

Dec 18, 202101:04:00
Episode 17 - The Busboy

Episode 17 - The Busboy

The VanSlam is back after a week off. Vancouver's only #NBA podcast (to our knowledge) get's you caught up with everything around the National Basketball League. The Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers stopped their losing streaks. The Brooklyn Nets and Chicago Bulls jumped to the top of the Eastern Conference. While the Hornets jerseys stupid green strip continues to bother everyone.

In the west, the Golden State Warriors continue to roll despite not having any of their top players. The Pheonix Suns have gone on an 11 game winning streak and made everyone forget they have off-court issues. And the LA Lakers are finally healthy. We also go over the bottom of the Western Conference and talk about what the Houston Rockets and New Orleans Cassowary will do. Stay for a fun game of Houston Rockets player or Canadian Men's Soccer team player?

Finally, we finish with your questions from Twitter, a Roy Orbison Tribute, and ask if Paul Peirce really did shit his pants?

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts.

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Nov 21, 202101:33:09
Episode 16 - The Chinese Restuarant

Episode 16 - The Chinese Restuarant

On this week's episode of The VanSlam Joshua And Bowman start things off with some 76ers talk and the covid situation they are in. Then we are joined by the 3rd sleepy amigo Sean Warren to talk Raptors, Bulls, Celtics, and the rest of the Eastern Conference. Can the NBA Champion Milwaukee Bucks come back from their slow start or do they even care?

Then we move on to the west and discuss the LA Laker's injury problems and how they are going to limp through the season. Dame Lillard and his summer lunch with Lebron and AD and if it meant anything, probably not since he sent him home in an Uber. And we take a look at the other stories in the west and who has shocked us so far in the early part of the season. #WeTheNorth #TrustTheProcess #LakeShow #FeerTheDear #BullsNation #Area51 #VanSlam #RipCity

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts.

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Nov 06, 202102:02:06
Episode 15 - The Baby Shower

Episode 15 - The Baby Shower

On this week's episode of The VanSlam Joshua, Sean and Bowman discuss what is happening in the #NBA Eastern Conference with the Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers. Can The New York Knicks and Miami Heat keep up their hot starts and who is in the basement. Then we take a look at the Western Conference and address what's happening with the Pheonix Suns, Why Golden State is for real, and if the Lakers can sustain all season.

We go over possible scenarios where an NBA team could return to Vancouver and expansion priorities in the future. Finally, we finish off with our "Performance Issues" segment for this week and your questions from Twitter #VanSlam #Area51Network #NBA #WeTheNorth #TrustTheProcess #LakeShow #AdelaideZoo

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts.

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Oct 30, 202101:47:26
Episode 14 - The Deal

Episode 14 - The Deal

The #NBA season has tipped off and after just 2 games we have panic and celebration from different markets. On this week's episode of The VanSlam Joshua, Sean and Bowman take a look at the LA Lakers slow start and if they will spend more time fighting each other than the other teams. We go over the latest Ben Simmons saga from the 76ers and the fact that Danny Green can't hit open 3's. Then some positive as we look at the great start from the Golden State Warriors and the surprise start from Scottie Barnes and the Toronto Raptors.

We go over why NBA jerseys blow every other sport out of the water before getting into our "Performance Issues" for the first week of the season. The Pheonix Suns owner, Doc Rivers, and the NBA make our list this week! Finally, we finish up with your questions from Twitter #NBA #WeTheNorth #LakeShow #TrustTheProcess #DubNation #VanSlam #Area51Network

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts.

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Oct 23, 202101:48:13
Episode 13 - The Heart Attack

Episode 13 - The Heart Attack

The boys are back to get you ready for the 2021-2022 NBA season on this week's episode of the VanSlam! Joshua, Sean, and Bowman take a look at the latest news from the NBA world about Kyrie Irving holding out, Ben Simmons showing up and a look at both the Western and Eastern Conference. How will things play out this season in a very competitive West? Do the New Orleans Cassowary need to make a move this season to keep Zion Williamson in town? Are the LA Lakers too old to make another run? Could the Warriors be back this season? What happens with the rest of the pack?

Then we take a look at the East where the Brooklyn Nets and Milwaukee Bucks are in a class of their own. Can the 76ers, Heat, or anyone else make a run? What will Lowry bring to South Beach? Can the Hawks, Knicks, and Pacers stay with the pack? And what do we make of the Toronto Raptors this year?

We finish off with the last Basketball Movie Book Club of the offseason with "Uncle Drew". Spoiler alert! we all actually liked this movie! #NBA #BasketballMovieBookClub #VanSlam #Area51Network #UncleDrew

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts.

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Oct 16, 202101:28:30
Episode 12 - The Revenge

Episode 12 - The Revenge

In Episode 12 of the VanSlam Joshua, Sean and Bowman start to get ready for the #NBA preseason as media day has come and gone. Where in the world is Ben Simmons and what are the Philadelphia 76ers goings to do with their disgruntled star? Did David Griffin serenade Zion Williamson on Piano in the NBA Bubble? What songs would he go with? We go over the players who are against getting vaccinated the #NBA stance on the issue and why Kyrie Irving might be crazy.

Then we get to Basketball Movie Book Club with "Semi-Pro" A Will Ferrell masterpiece that got lost in the year of "Step Brothers". Woody Harrelson, Andre 3000, and more shine in this fun film full of quotes that have stood the test of time. Then we get to your questions from Twitter about KD, no not Kevin Durant, Traeby Young, and more! #Area51Network #VanSlam #NBA #BasketballMovieBookClub #SemiPro

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple Podcasts so make sure to leave a 5-star review and comment your thoughts about the #NBA. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts.

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Oct 02, 202101:43:20
Episode 11 - The Statue

Episode 11 - The Statue

On episode 11 of The VanSlam, Vancouver's only NBA podcast to our knowledge, Joshua, Sean, and Bowman break down all the latest Ben Simmons shenanigans. Despite Ben being a great defensive player, we talk about why he has burned his bridges with the Philadelphia 76ers and possible options for the 2021-22 season. Spoiler alert! There are not very many options for him! The guys also discuss the #NBA rule changes and what that could mean for shooters next year and how it could change defending in the NBA.

Then we get into Basketball Movie Book Club with this week's movie, Hoosiers. It is a great Gene Hackman film that sets the bar for sports movies in the future. Your questions from Twitter and much more! #VanSlam #NBA #Area51Network #Hoosiers #BasketballMovieBookClub

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple podcasts so leave a 5-star rating and a review. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts.

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Sep 26, 202101:38:43
Episode 10 - The Apartment

Episode 10 - The Apartment

The VanSlam, Vancouver's only NBA podcast to our knowledge, is back! After 2 weeks off, Joshua, Sean, and Bowman are back to chat about all the NBA rumors and so much more. Is Ben Simmons going to start the season as a 76er? What leverage does Philadelphia even have? Possible targets for John Wall and the Houston Rockets, What is the Toronto Raptors directions and Pascal Siakam's comments in the offseason.

Then we don't go into Basketball Movie Book Club because someone, Cough* Sean Cough* didn't watch Hoosiers! So we get right into your questions from Twitter about a WNBA franchise coming to Vancouver, NBA expansion, our favorite books, Zip-up pants that turn into shorts, high school dating, and a big shout-out to the Adelaide Zoo. #VanSlam #NBA #Area51Network #Hoosiers #BasketballMovieBookClub

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple podcasts so leave a 5-star rating and a review. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts.

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Sep 18, 202101:35:22
Episode 9 - The Phone Message

Episode 9 - The Phone Message

Today on The VanSlam, Vancouver's only NBA podcast to our knowledge, Joshua, Sean and Bowman discuss all the latest NBA news... So not much. The dog days of August provide very little for actual NBA news so why not have the Michale Jordan and Lebron James debate? What Untold series would we want to see made next, would the Chicago Bulls or New York Knicks be a better home for Zion Williamson, and why New Brunswick has made the no-watch list.

Then we get into Basketball Movie Bookclub! "White Men Can't Jump" is the focus this week and we ask why is Billy Hoyle so dumb? What is Gloria even doing with him in the first place? The actual Basketball they play, Sidney Deane is a real hustle and then we break down what a sequel might look like. All that plus your questions from Twitter and more #VanSlam #Area51Network #NBA #WhiteMenCantJump #BasketballMovieBookclub

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple podcasts so leave a 5-star rating and a review. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts.

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Aug 29, 202101:31:30
Episode 8 - The Jacket

Episode 8 - The Jacket

On This week's episode of the VanSlam, Vancouver's only NBA Podcast to our knowledge, Joshua, Sean, and Bowman chat about the Summer League, no one wanting Patrick Beverly, Joel Embiid signing a new super-max contract, Masai Ujiri becoming a Raptor for life, and much more! More Atlanta hates but unfortunately, you can't hear that if you are from the Atlanta area. We do actually talk about basketball I promise, We have an NBA tip-Off intro so we have to!

We actually answer your questions from Twitter despite being distracted by Break High only having one season and 44 episodes. The Movie "Eddie" has been removed from existence so we talked about the "Untold" Documentary about the Malice at The Palace in this week's Basketball Movie Bookclub. #NBA #VanSlam #Area51Network

Make sure to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. We are now up on Apple podcasts so leave a 5-star rating and a review. Check out the Area 51 Sports Network for more great podcasts

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Aug 23, 202101:17:03
Episode 7 - The Pony Remark

Episode 7 - The Pony Remark

The VanSlam Podcast is in full NBA Free agency for episode 7 as Joshua, Sean and Bowman discuss the latest moves around the NBA. Who were the winners, who were the losers and why were they the New Orleans Cassowary! The cap is examined and why it doesn't really exist. Teams moving into sign and trades, Bird Rights, and offseason tampering. The hosts then break down the moves by the Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks as they look become relevant in the Eastern Conference. The 76ers are trying to stay relevant despite not being able to move Ben Simmons and who knows what the Toronto Raptors are doing besides re-signing Masai Ujuri

The next stop is Basketball Movie Bookclub and this week we take a look at a "Celtic Pride" and discuss fanboys, athlete's rituals, hating on little kids, Emotionally destroying someone, Shooter McGavin, and more. #NBA #VanSlam #Area51Network

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Aug 07, 202101:28:43
Episode 6 - The Ex-Girlfriend

Episode 6 - The Ex-Girlfriend

TROGDOR!!!! On this week's episode of The VanSlam Podcast, Vancouver only NBA Podcast to our knowledge. Joshua and Sean go over the 2021  #NBA Draft, Our winners and losers, The Detroit Pistons and Cade Cunningham, What the Toronto Raptors were doing drafting Scottie Barnes, The Russell Westbrook trade to the LA Lakers. Masai Ujiri and his plans for #WeTheNorth, Kyle Lowry, CP3, and a whole lot more.

No Performance Issues now that we are into the offseason, and no NBA Movie Bookclub without Bowman. So we jump right into questions from Twitter. #VanSlam #NBA #Area51Network

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Jul 31, 202101:14:16
Episode 5 - The Stock Tip

Episode 5 - The Stock Tip

This week's episode of The VanSlam Vancouver's only #NBA Podcast, that we know of. We chat about the NBA Finals win for the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo, The parade and the bus driver, A missed "Speed" reference, the best Championship Celebrations, What happens to Chris Paul now, NBA Free Agency, A salary cap suggestion, Where will Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan end up? DeRozan is the Black Widow of the "MCU", Lonzo Ball's future with the New Orleans Cassowaries, Zion Williamson, and a whole lot more!

We finish things up with Performance Issues; The Bus Driver, Bowman, And Chris Paul, then a tease at our new segment for next week "Basketball Movie Book Club", followed by a couple of more "Speed" references, and then we close out the show. #VanSlam #NBA #Area51Network

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Jul 25, 202101:14:32
Episode 4 - Male Unbonding

Episode 4 - Male Unbonding

On the 4th Episode of the VanSlam, the team is back together. Joshua Griffith, Sean Warren, and J Bowman break down the latest from the NBA Finals as the Milwaukee Bucks were able to tie up the series against the Pheonix Suns at 2-2. Will Chris Paul be able to weather the storm or will Giannis Antetokounmpo and company complete the comeback. Lots more NBA Finals chat before we get into Dame Lillard trade rumors if the Raptors or 76ers could land the Portland star. The USA Olympic basketball team, What stars would be on the sideline for the Suns, Tearaway pants, Shooter McGavin, Wayne Knight, and a long road down Cameo before finishing off with our movie of the week. Celtic Pride is something everyone needs to watch if they haven't already.

We finish off this week's episode with "Performance Issues" and some Space Jam talk.

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#VanSlam #NBA #SpaceJam #NBAFinals #WeTheNorth 

Jul 18, 202101:07:02
Episode 3 - The Robbery

Episode 3 - The Robbery

In Episode 3 of The VanSlam Podcast, your only NBA Podcast in Vancouver, Joshua Griffith, and Sean Warren are robbed of a host this week! It didn't stop him from giving us our cold open and letting the world (Minus Atlanta) a taste of how he felt after the Atlanta Hawks loss. Then Joshua and Sean go over the NBA Finals between the Pheonix Suns and the Milwaukee Bucks as the series moves back to Milwaukee for game 3. Can Giannis Antetokounmpo do it by himself or does he need more help to stop Chris Paul from finally getting that chip!

Could DeAndre Ayton be a better player in the end than Luka Doncic or Traeby Young? Masai Ujiri rumors, NBA Nicknames, Joshua's Shaq impression, we finally answered some Twitter questions, some amazing artwork by Jykrie, and of course "Performance Issues".

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Jul 11, 202101:00:56
Episode 2 - The Stake Out

Episode 2 - The Stake Out

SlamBall might be the ultimate sport!

This week on the VanSlam Joshua, Sean and Bowman talk all things Patrick Beverly being a piece of shit. They break down the Sun's path to the NBA Finals, talk some more about Beverly, and then get into SlamBall. That's right SlamBall, The amazing trampoline basketball mess we had in the early 2000s.
We also do talk more basketball at some point with Canada men's basketball, the shame of a USA Olympic Team and so, so much more. Come for the #NBA Talk and stay for the SlamBall references and Sean and Bowman hitting all the right notes this week!
Jul 04, 202154:57
Episode 1- The Pilot

Episode 1- The Pilot

Joshua, J. Bowman, and Sean come together to unveil a new Vancouver based basketball podcast! We dive into the Raptors, Sixers, some old Grizzlies wounds, and launch our Tip-Off and Performance Issues segments.

Jun 27, 202101:19:26