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Bomani Jones weighs in on sports, pop culture, social topics and more, with your comments on 4 times a week.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 1min
Broncos beat Chiefs, Eagles take down Lions, Shedeur Sanders struggles | 11.17
Bomani Jones reacts to the Denver Broncos beating the Kansas City Chiefs & the Philadelphia Eagles beating the Detroit Lions. Later, he discusses the Los Angeles Rams taking down the Seattle Seahawks and why he doesn't feel confident in any of the quarterbacks in the NFC. Finally, he discusses Shedeur Sanders' poor performance, Alabama losing to Oklahoma and much more!
1:30 - Broncos beat Chiefs
17:00 - Sam Darnold's rough day
32:40 - Shedeur Sanders Struggles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 14, 2025 • 52min
A.J. Brown's fair complaints, Sean McDermott's hot seat, Ja Morant's absurd behavior | 11.14
Bomani Jones reacts to A.J. Brown's recent comments and explains why he believes his complaints about the Eagles' offense are fair. Later, he previews an incredible week of NFL action and asks if Sean McDermott might be on the hot seat if the Bills have a poor finish to their season. Finally, he reacts to a few storylines in the NBA, including Ja Morant's dissatisfaction with the Memphis Grizzlies, while closing out the show with a few listener voicemails.
01:15 - AJ Brown Drama
13:15-Bills Must win?
19:08 - NBA storylines
33:20 - Voicemails Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 12, 2025 • 1h 5min
Shannon Penn on Giants in Shambles, Russell Wilson's HOF case, Nico Harrison's bizarre racism | 11.12
Bomani Jones is joined by his former ESPN radio producer Shannon Penn. First, they discuss the Giants firing Brian Daboll & making the move to start Jameis Winston at quarterback. They also debate whether or not Russell Wilson has played himself out of the Hall of Fame over the latter stages of his career. Later, they break down the Mavericks' firing of Nico Harrison and the reporting that Nico viewed Jrue Holiday and Nikola Jokic as the same tier of NBA player. Finally, they discuss Draymond Green calling out his Warriors teammates, marvel at the progress of Victor Wembanyama, and laugh at the NBA All-Star game's new format.
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Nov 11, 2025 • 59min
Giants fire Brian Daboll, Mavericks FIRE Nico Harrison, Brian Kelly-LSU drama | 11.11
Bomani Jones kicks off the show by reacting to the New York Giants firing Brian Daboll. He discusses why they had to make the move to save rookie Quarterback Jaxson Dart and asks if the Giants have become the New York Jets. Next, he discusses the recent gambling scandals in Major League Baseball and why both the league and Sportsbooks are responsible for this situation. Finally, he reacts to Brian Kelly filing suit against LSU, the Eagles beating the Packers on Monday Night Football, and the Mavericks moving on from Nico Harrison.
Taping Note...shortly after we finished recording, we got word that Nico was getting fired, not MIGHT get fired.
00:30 - Brian Daboll gets fired
13:15 - MLB's ABSURD gambling scandal
30:00 - Brian Kelly SUES LSU
39:50 - Mavericks FIRE Nico Harrison Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 10, 2025 • 53min
NFL Week 10 reaction, Trump does play-by-play, Outkast Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction | 11.10
Bomani Jones starts the show by explaining why he believes the Seattle Seahawks & the Los Angeles Rams have proven to be the two best teams in the NFL this season. Later, he breaks down Josh Allen's struggles vs. the Dolphins, Drake Maye's performance vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers & Caleb Williams' toughness in a win over the New York Giants. Finally, he reacts to President Donald Trump joining the FOX broadcast of Lions-Commanders, Outkast being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and the trailer for the Michael Jackson biopic.
00:30 - Rams & Seahawks dominate
08:30 - Week 10 QB play
28:25 - Trump does play-by-play
31:40 - Outkast become hall of Famers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 7, 2025 • 57min
Domonique Foxworth on Daniel Jones' Resurgence, Kyler's benching, Tom Brady cloning his dog | 11.07
Bomani Jones is joined by ESPN's Domonique Foxworth for another edition of Foxworth Friday. They begin by discussing the Indianapolis Colts and give a unique reason for the success of Daniel Jones this season. Later, they react to Kyler Murray being shelved by the Arizona Cardinals and the progress represented by Jacoby Brissett being his "blackup". Later, they discuss a variety of stories, including Tom Brady deciding to clone his dog.
03:30 - Buying Daniel Jones' success?
17:12 - Kyler Murray got benched
35:00 - Bizarre Hockey story
43:25 - Tom Brady cloned his dog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 5, 2025 • 1h 2min
Roy Wood gets real about fatherhood, comedy journey & cancel culture | 11.05
Roy Wood joins Bomani Jones to discuss his new book. "Man of Many Fathers". Roy kicks off the show by describing his ideal cohosts for his CNN show and explaining the motivations behind his new memoir. Roy describes the lessons he learned from his job, his father's own shortcomings, and the lessons he wants to pass down to his own son. He then details some of the mistakes he made in his youth and why they have turned him against the idea of cancel culture.
08:00 - Back in my goodness
16:30 - Pros and cons of a great work ethic
27:00 - The inspiration of avoiding prison
35:00 - The Dangers of Cancel Culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 5, 2025 • 48min
Kid Mero on Zohran Mamdani's rise, Eric Adams' hilarious scandals, Knicks check in | 11.04
Bomani Jones is joined by Kid Mero, of 7 PM in Brooklyn to discuss the New York City's mayor's race, including the unprecedented rise of Zohran Mamdini & Andrew Cuomo's bizarre pierced nipple. Later, they reflect on Eric Adams' WILD 4 years in office and do a quick check in about the New York Knicks.
03:00 - The rise of Zohran Mamdani
11:00 - Eric Adams, corrupt but hilarious
23:00 - Zohran's appeal and the billionaires who fear him
34:00 - Concerned about the Knicks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 3, 2025 • 57min
Bills Beat Chiefs, Dodgers win all-time World Series, Auburn fires Hugh Freeze | 11.03
Bomani Jones kicks off the show by reacting to an explosive week 9 of NFL action, including the Bills beating the Chiefs and whether it matters long term, and the insane ending to the Bengals-Bears game. Later, he talks about an insane Game 7 of the World Series between the Dodgers and Blue Jays and how it helped him rekindle his love of baseball. Finally, he discusses Auburn firing Hugh Freeze, a lack of rap singles in the Billboard top 100, and much more!
00:30 - Bills beat Chiefs again, does it matter?
15:20 - Reaction to an all-time game 7
31:20 - Auburn fires Hugh Freeze Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 2025 • 59min
Danny Parkins on LSU's absurd coaching search, Chiefs vs. Bills, Austin Reaves hype with Lakers | 10.31
Danny Parkins of First Things First joins Bomani Jones to break down the Louisiana governor's comments about replacing former LSU football coach Brian Kelly. Later, they preview the upcoming matchup between the Chiefs and the Bills and discuss whether or not Josh Allen is the second-best quarterback in the league. Finally, they touch on Austin Reaves' red-hot start to the NBA season for the Lakers and what it means for LeBron James. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


