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Host Samson Folk brings on 'friend of humanity' and terrific NBA writer, Jackson Frank to discuss Jalen Suggs game in great detail.What makes Suggs an attractive prospect?The likeliest of the top 4An unlikely primaryWhat makes Suggs an incredible connecting player?A transition savantNBA Reads/Plays that he makesWhere is the jumper, how far will it go?Playing off of Siakam & OGPremeditation downhillOn-ball defenseOff-ball defense and fitting in with the Raptors DDeveloping the post gameStealing from Jrue Holiday and Kyle LowryThanks for listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk brings on NBA Twitter pal, Pakhattak to talk about the wild card players the Raptors could potentially end up with on draft night.Josh GiddeyJaden SpringerDavion MitchellScottie Barnes+ some inside scoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk brings on the beloved HoopGoose to discuss the 'big 3' of Suggs, Mobley, and Green, plus a handful of second round talents - and finally, what to do with Pascal Siakam.Mobley is GenerationalThe fluctuation of Green and Suggs2nd round combo guardsNon-shooting bigsShooting bigsWing shootersPascal Siakam DebateScottie BarnesGary Trent Jr.'s overrated dressingHave a blessed day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

USA Basketball Head Coach, South Carolina Head Coach, 5-time WNBA All Star and absolute legend Dawn Staley joins host Andrew Damelin to discuss the ascension of rising Canadian star and Gamecocks pupil, Laeticia Amihere. We revisit Amihere's dunk as a 15-year old, which Staley witnessed in person. We delve into Amihere's resilience through devastating knee injuries, what Staley learned about Amihere's personality through a tumultuous freshman season, and Staley makes Amihere's case to be the Prime Minister of Canada. Make sure to listen until the end where we discuss Staley's connection to the greatest Raptor of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk brings on draft analyst, Ben Pfeifer to talk at length about possible Raptors draft pick, Evan Mobley.An introduction to loving MobleyWhat shape is the jumpshot in/Stretch 5's don't really existCatch Radius, and rim-rollingPassing and scoring on the short-roll. Attacking CloseoutsPassive offense - setting screens, offensive rebounding, and the dunker spotOffense off the bounceSnug pick n' rolls w/ Siakam and OGSucceeding where Baynes didn't, and stealing plays crafted for BoucherStandout Defensive attributesStraight up rim protection, and weak-side rim protectionGuarding in every defensive pick n' roll coverageTop-tier communicatorRange of outcomesThank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk brings on the fantastic draft analyst, PD Web to talk at length about possible Raptors draft pick, Jalen Green.50 minutes on Jalen Green30 minutes on potential 2nd round guys at the endJalen Green's Shot and PullupJalen Green's playmaking abilityJalen Green's ballhandlingJalen Green's fit next to Siakam and VanVleetAdvantageous playtypes for GreenJalen Green's defensive strengths and weaknessesPotential 2nd round guys:Daishen NixTerrence Shannon Jr.Bones HylandJoe WieskampDavid JohnsonNeemias QuetaIf you liked this, feel free to leave a 5-star review for the pod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Zarar Siddiqi is joined by former editor of Exclaim Magazine and Raptors fan, James Keast (@yesjameskeast) and we talk a bunch including:Tracking Kawhi LeonardHow the Raptors shape up against the EastComparing Gary Trent Jr. now to Norman Powell as a rookieThe delicious Schadenfreude of Danny AingeFred VanVleet's game management and playmakingMasai Ujiri's vacationing in AfricaPascal Siakam and Kawhi Leonard - how they're similarNova Scotia's Famous Picto County Pizza and LighthousesAnd more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrew Damelin is joined by Steve Sir, Team Canada 3x3 Captain, ahead of their Olympic Qualifying tournament this week. Sir is also the greatest shooter in NCAA history, with a 46.9 3P% on 6.2 attempts. Topics: -the moment Sir became annoying to guard -the perfect explanation for what it feels like to be "feeling it". -on the flip side, the mental battles of a slump for a shooting specialist -how Sir found himself in an NBA jersey nine years after his college career -what it meant for his wife, kids and parents to see him dawn said NBA jersey -a truly terrifying overseas basketball story -why a trio of good players unfamiliar with 3-on-3 might get crushed against a seasoned team in this format -how Steve Martin (yes, the comedian) gave Sir the best shooting advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The nightmare is over and we can all exhale. With the season wrapped, Nick and Barry hop back into the studio to give their final thoughts. They discuss: - Memorable Moments - Predictions Revisited - Season Ending Pressers - The Final Gospel of Eric Flynn - Chicken Sandwich Wars - Twitter Questions All this and a bit more. As always but especially now, we really want to take the time to say thank you for supporting our absolutely insane show. We appreciate it from the bottom of our hearts. THANK YOU! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors final game of the season, in what was a loss to the Pacers. Reggie Evans Award: Khem Birch QR Comment: Red VanVleet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk brings on the fantastic draft analyst PD Web, to talk about players the Raptors might look at in the Lottery. - Cade Cunningham - Jalen Green - Jalen Suggs - Scottie Barnes - Josh Giddey - Jaden Springer - Keon Johnson - Kai Jones - Moses Moody - Jonathan Kuminga - Davion Mitchell We'll be back to discuss 2nd round options 1 week from now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Mavericks. Reggie Evans Award: Stanley Johnson QR Comment: Done deal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Bulls. Reggie Evans award: Stanley Johnson QR Comment: peacedawg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With only a handful of remaining and nearly meaningless games left, the fellas power through. Nick and Barry hop back into the studio to give their thoughts on the previous week and break down what's left to break down.They discuss:- The Week That Was- The State of Masai Ujiri- J Cole Playing In The B.A.L- The Gospel Of Eric Flynn- Chicken Sandwich Wars- Twitter Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

College ball guru @HoopGoose talks Jalen Suggs vs. Jalen Green: Who would be a better backcourt fit beside Fred VanVleet? We also talk about Scottie Barnes and his potential fit as a Raptor. Excerpt from Rap Up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Clippers. Reggie Evans Award: Freddie Gillespie QR Comment: chicky1738 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Zarar Siddiqi is joined by longtime friend of the site and supporter of the The Rapcast, Brian Goldfinger! Sub our YouTube for more: https://youtube.com/raptorsrepublic?sub_confirmation=1We discuss: - The season that was and the Tampa effect - Summertime inaction and how it hurt the season - Waiting too long to address the center position - The core as we look to the future - Philly's decision not to trade for Kyle Lowry - The impact of Tim Leiweke - Khem Birch and when good is good enough - The bench as it's shaping up for next season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Grizzlies. Reggie Evans Award: Pascal Siakam QR Comment: Red VanVleet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Wizards. Reggie Evans Award: Pascal Siakam QR comment: Chilango Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the days dwindling and the fate of the season sets in, the only thing left to do is appreciate and look onward. This week on Talking Raptors the fellas hop into the studio with high spirits and high energy. They discuss:- The Week That Was- Canada and the Pandemic- Courtside Moms Podcast- The Gospel of Eric Flynn- Chicken Sandwich Wars- Twitter QuestionsAll this and a bit more. As always we thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson is off but Sahal and Oren are here to take you through an entertaining night in LA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk is off but Sahal and Oren have you covered with a Rap Up simulcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Jazz. Reggie Evans Award: Khem Birch QR Comment: Czarlos Boozer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrew Damelin is joined by Chris Boucher's college coach at Oregon, Dana Altman. Topics: -why Altman did NOT see Boucher reaching these heights -despite his size, how Boucher surprised everyone at Oregon -how much Boucher's knee injury before the 2016 NCAA tournament hurt the rest of the team emotionally -why Altman may have been responsible for Boucher's ambitious block attempts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Nuggets. Reggie Evans Award: Khem Birch QR comment: Red VanVleet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The end of the season is creeping closer and the final few weeks will feel like a sprint. With a make or break week coming up, the fellas hop into the studio to discuss what's been going on. On this episode of Talking Raptors, Nick and Barry discuss:Past Week ActionDr. Kyle LowryRaptor CommercialsThe Gospel Of Eric FlynnChicken Sandwich WarsTwitter QuestionsAll this and a bit more! As always we thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy!!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kelsea O'Brien comes on to discuss what we've been missing out on with the displacement of the Raptors and the G-League. Paul Watson's journeyFreddie Gillespie's new contractMedia relationships in the G-LeaguePascal + OGFandomChanges for the better Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk is off but Sahal Abdi and Oren Weisfeld breakdown Nets v Raptors. It's a Rap Up simulcast!Sub our YouTube: https://youtube.com/raptorsrepublic?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Cavs. Reggie Evans Award: Khem Birch QR Comment: Anon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Knicks Reggie Evans Award: Kyle Lowry QR Comment: Niagara_Dude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Zarar Siddiqi is joined by Toronto artist, Casey Bannerman (@caseybannerman). We discuss:Casey's origin story, the role of Fred VanVleet and player collaborationsHow commissions go from concept to cash, and the digital art landscapeNFTs, art and the environmentThe situational one-off tank pivotDrafts in the 1980s and whether they're still run like thatThe NBA's move away from positionsThe harsh criticism Pascal Siakam receives from fanAnd a lot more!Sub our YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Nets. Reggie Evans Award: Pascal Siakam QR Comment: Niagara_Dude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glimmers of hope and beauty shined through the darkness this week, it's the small joys that help us stay the course. Nick and Barry are back again for another episode of Talking Raptors. They Discuss:- The Ups and Downs of the Week- Raptors Twitter Lunatics- NBA Shoe Deals- The Gospel Of Eric Flynn- Chicken Sandwich Wars- Twitter QuestionsAll this and a bit more too. As always we hope you enjoy and we thank you for listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Thunder. Reggie Evans award: Yuta Watanabe QR Comment: MZ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Magic. Reggie Evans Award: Freddie Gillespie QR Comment: Brandon R Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Spurs. Reggie Evans Award: Freddie Gillespie QR Comment: Niagara_Dude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Hawks. Reggie Evans Award: Khem Birch QR Comment: ZenRockStarr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This disaster of a season just keeps on rolling. Questions are left unanswered and the clamouring for tanks grow louder. With all the energy they can muster, Nick and Barry hop back into the studio. It's time for another episode of Talking Raptors.They discuss:- Khem Birch Is Happy To be Home- The Importance Of Drake- Canada Basketball's Familiar New Court- The Gospel Of Eric Flynn- Chicken Sandwich Wars- Twitter QuestionsAll this and a little bit more. As always we thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk brings on Brad of TooMuchHoops, to talk about the Raptors defense. - The central tenets of the Raptors defense - How big men operate in the scheme - Fly-by closeouts and the lock and trail closeout - Gary Trent Jr.'s defense - What makes OG Anunoby and Pascal Siakam special? - Picking an All-NBA defender - Building around Siakam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Knicks. Reggie Evans Award: Chris Boucher QR Comment: chicky1738 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Cavaliers. Reggie Evans Award: Gary Trent Jr. QR Comment: peacedawg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Bulls. Reggie Evans Award: Chris Boucher QR Comment: Phil Dude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick and Barry check in to discuss some positives from another week in Tampa and of course, chicken. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Samson Folk is somewhere watching an OG highlight reel on repeat. But fear not, Sahal Abdi and Oren Weisfeld with a simulcast of the game's Rap Up. Sub on YouTube: https://youtube.com/raptorsrepublic?sub_confirmation=1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Wizards. Reggie Evans Award: Malachi Flynn QR Comment: BM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk brings on the very talented, Savanna Hamilton to discuss her work with the Raptors organization and the impact of Tampa and the trade deadline. - Breaking into the industry - The new guys - Insider info on post moves and positioning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors win over the Warriors. Reggie Evans Award: Malachi Flynn QR Comment: Chicky1738 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrew Damelin is joined by Raptors 905 Head Coach Patrick Mutombo to travel his incredible basketball journey. If you're a fan of depth, introspection, empathy, and the 2012 Denver Nuggets you are going to have to listen. Topics: -Mutombo's first NBA memory -the "heavy" responsibility of coaching G League players -overseas basketball horror stories -Mutombo the elite-level artist -how Mutombo initially saw Fred VanVleet. "I would be lying if I said I anticipated him being a starter and doing all the marvelous things he's doing now." -Mutombo's all-Nuggets swagger team. (He was an assistant coach there from 2011-2015). -Mutombo's basketball aesthetic of paint and perimeter -the moment the Raptors 905 finally bought into what he and his coaching staff were selling. Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Samson Folk details the Raptors loss to the Thunder. Reggie Evans Award: Fred VanVleet QR Comment: martin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just when you think things couldn't get worse... The Toronto Raptors seem to find new ways to reach new lows. Some self inflicted and some universe inflicted. Its rough and often hard to watch, but a new week means a new Talking Raptors episode. This week Nick and Barry hop into the studio and struggle to remain calm. They discuss:- Norm Trade- Chris Boucher and Cheese Strings- Eric Flynn speaking out- The Success of the All Women Broadcast - Chicken Sandwich Wars- Twitter QuestionsAll this and a bit more. As always we thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy. Hang in there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.