

Rights To Ricky Sanchez: The Sixers Podcast
Rights to Ricky Sanchez
The Rights to Ricky Sanchez is a podcast hosted by Spike Eskin and Michael Levin that is mostly about Sixers (76ers) basketball.
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Feb 23, 2026 • 1h 5min
Live From New Orleans featuring Jake Fischer, Amos Lee, and Mia Kang
The game at Fly The Process was a disaster, but the trip was amazing. We did the pod live from the legendary Preservation Hall in New Orleans, with special guests Jake Fischer, Amos Lee, and our official poet Mia Kang. We talked about the team's struggles, Morey, Nurse, the team's future and the guy who got his identity stolen on Bourbon Street when he was drunk.Donate to the Preservation Hall Foundation here: https://www.preshallfoundation.org/The Rights To Ricky Sanchez is presented by Draft Kings SportsbookBecome a MortgageCS Ricky VIP at mortgagecs.com/rickyGet 20% off Verb Energy bars with code RTRS at https://verbenergy.com/LL Pavorsky Jewelers is where Rights To Ricky Sanchez listeners go and get engagedSurfside Iced Tea and Vodka is the official canned cocktail of The Ricky

Feb 20, 2026 • 1h 7min
What Would You Say We're Doing Here?
The Sixers opened up the post-All-Star break portion of the schedule with a pretty disheartening loss to the Hawks. Joel Embiid is out with a shin injury, Paul George is still suspended, but at least Cam Payne is here. We also talk about Drew Hanlen's comments about Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, and the new ideas to curb tanking that were reported. Get the Duck The Tax shirt here https://shibevintagesports.com/products/rights-to-ricky-sanchez-duck-the-tax-t-shirtThe Rights To Ricky Sanchez is presented by Draft Kings SportsbookAnthony Degli Obizzi is the official Financial Planner of The Ricky, text RICKY to 484-471-4873 to set up a conversationKornblau Law is the official law firm of the processSurfside Iced Tea and Vodka is the official canned cocktail of The Ricky.Gambling Problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER. New York: call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY. Connecticut: call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit CCPG dot org. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino in Kansas. Wager tax pass-through may apply in Illinois. Twenty one plus in most states. Void in Ontario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive Bonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum odds required. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot co slash audio. Limited time offer.

Feb 16, 2026 • 1h 4min
VJ and Maxey At All-Star, The Tanking Debate Again, What To Do With The McCain Pick?
VJ Edgecombe won the Rising Stars MVP, Tyrese Maxey participated in the three point contest, and the tanking debate raged on again. We discuss that along with what the Sixers could do with the pick they got for Jared McCain.Get the Duck The Tax shirt here https://shibevintagesports.com/products/rights-to-ricky-sanchez-duck-the-tax-t-shirtThe Rights To Ricky Sanchez is presented by Draft Kings SportsbookAdam Ksebe is the official realtor of The Ricky at 302-864-8643Get 20% off any Body Bio order with the code in the podcast.LL Pavorsky Jewelers is where Rights To Ricky Sanchez listeners go and get engaged.Surfside Iced Tea and Vodka is the official canned cocktail of The Ricky.

Feb 12, 2026 • 58min
Sixers Suck Into The All-Star Break, More on Jared McCain, Embiid's Knee
The Sixers got blown out in their last two games before the All-Star break and Mike does not handle it well at all. Then we talk about Embiid's right knee which has kept him out of consecutive games, more emails and voicemails about Jared McCain, and a Sixers lottery "what if."Reserve your spot for Fly The Process New Orleans here: https://www.rightstorickysanchez.com/p/flyThe Rights To Ricky Sanchez is presented by Draft Kings SportsbookBecome a MortgageCS Ricky VIP at mortgagecs.com/rickyAnthony Degli Obizzi is the official Financial Planner of The Ricky, text RICKY to 484-471-4873 to set up a conversationSurfside Iced Tea and Vodka is the official canned cocktail of The Ricky.Gambling Problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER. New York: call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY. Connecticut: call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit CCPG dot org. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino in Kansas. Wager tax pass-through may apply in Illinois. Twenty one plus in most states. Void in Ontario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive Bonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum odds required. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot co slash audio. Limited time offer.

Feb 9, 2026 • 1h 9min
Morey’s Press Conference Reaction, Sixers Beat Suns
They break down Daryl Morey’s trade deadline press conference and reactions to his comments. They recap the Suns win and spotlight Tyrese Maxey’s scoring bursts. They debate rebounding and transition issues, plus how the McCain trade reshaped roster flexibility and future draft plans.

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Feb 6, 2026 • 1h 8min
They Traded Jared McCain To Duck The Tax And Said They Needed To Do It To Sign Barlow (They Didn't)
They break down the Jared McCain trade and whether moving him was really about dodging the luxury tax. They debate Daryl Morey’s timing and whether Philly sold low. They celebrate Dominick Barlow’s new standard NBA deal and how he fits the roster. They run through short-term signings, buyout targets, and fan reaction to the front office’s choices.

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Feb 4, 2026 • 1h 2min
Trade Deadline Preview, Sixers Win 5 Straight
They break down the team’s five-game win streak and where it leaves the season. Rebounding trends and breakout energy from Dominic Barlow get attention. Vijay’s efficient playmaking and Bona’s backup center impact are highlighted. The trade deadline chatter covers Giannis fever, tax-avoidance debates, draft pick value, and realistic role-player targets.

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Feb 2, 2026 • 1h 12min
PG Suspended, Josh Harris in Epstein Files, Scott O’Neil Leads LIV Golf
They break down Paul George’s 25-game suspension and how it shakes up roster moves and the luxury tax. They cover newly released Epstein files that mention Josh Harris and the tone of the emails. They react to Scott O’Neil taking a role in LIV Golf. They also map a tough West Coast trip and tease a listener-submitted schedule song.

Jan 28, 2026 • 1h 2min
Embiid Alley-Oops, Jared McCain Is Back, Fake Sixers Trades
A recap of the Sixers’ win over the Bucks and Paul George’s scorching second half. Jared McCain’s sudden fourth-quarter breakout and his improved playmaking. A joyful Maxey-to-Embiid alley-oop and talk of Embiid’s form. Mockery of an awkward Jurassic Park halftime promo. Trade-deadline musings about backup center plans and roster maneuvers.

Jan 27, 2026 • 1h 25min
Chuck Klosterman and Spike Talk 'Football', Reclining Plane Seats And Standing At Concerts
Chuck Klosterman, author and cultural critic known for books on music and pop culture, joins a live conversation about his book Football. He ranges from why football fits television and cultural life to analytics, race, player safety, and AI in entertainment. He also debates airplane reclining etiquette and whether standing at concerts improves or ruins the show.


