EP 33: Want to make a bet?

About this episode

Ryan and Fred discuss the NBA season's start, uncomfortable truths about players, and the dark side of sports gambling.

The NBA season has finally tipped off, and Ryan and Fred are back with their signature blend of banter, insight, and rivalry. In this episode, the boys roll out a new segment called “Let’s Not Pretend” where they drop a few uncomfortable truths about some of the league’s biggest names and early-season surprises. Then things take a sharp turn — the conversation dives deep into the dark side of sports gambling . Coaches, players, the media… no one’s off limits. Expect some heated takes, a powerful throwback to Blue Chips , and a few moments that might just make you rethink what’s happening around the league.

People in this episode

Hosts: Ryan Gunasekera, Fred Kodye

Topics covered

• NBA season
• sports gambling
• coaches
• players
• media
• early-season surprises
• rivalry

Keywords

• NBA
• sports gambling
• Blue Chips
• early-season surprises
• coaches
• players
• media

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Blue Chips

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