Michael Jordan

Thomas Jefferson helped shape the foundation of the United States. As the main author of the Declaration of Independence, he expressed ideas about liberty, equality, and human rights that echoed around the world. A statesman, writer, and thinker, Jefferson’s influence can still b ... Show More

The American West is a land of vast plains, towering mountains, and legendary frontiers. This episode traces its history—from Indigenous nations to the arrival of settlers, the Gold Rush, and the cowboy era. Explore the opportunities, challenges, and conflicts that defined the fr ... Show More

In ancient Egypt, the chariot was a powerful weapon of war and a symbol of prestige. This episode explores how Egyptian chariot warriors fought, trained, and helped expand Egypt’s power. Learn about their weapons, tactics, and the craftsmanship behind the chariots that sped acros ... Show More

On Sunday night, after 10 hours of sports TV nostalgia, The Last Dance — the documentary series about Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls — reached its conclusion. Today, we’re joined by The Athletic’s David Aldridge — who was featured throughout the series — to look at what set ... Show More

How did basketball's biggest superstar become the world's first athlete billionaire? Michael Jordan turned his prodigious talent on the court into a money-making machine.Journalist Zing Tsjeng and BBC business editor Simon Jack trace Jordan's career from his childhood in North Ca ... Show More

Michael Jordan shocked the sports world last week when he announced that he was selling his controlling stake in the Charlotte Hornets at a $3 billion valuation. So today's podcast breaks down how Michael Jordan acquired the team for pennies on the dollar, why they have performed ... Show More

Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney gather to discuss the second week of ESPN’s Michael Jordan documentary, ‘The Last Dance.’ This week, we got a peek into the fascinating life of Dennis Rodman. Plus, we’re starting to peel the layers of the onion back on the real Jordan as he shows h ... Show More

Three-time NBA All-Star and NBA champion Rip Hamilton joins Logan and Raja to talk about growing up in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, and playing AAU with Kobe Bryant (1:00), his championship run against Kobe’s Lakers in 2004 (27:00), having Michael Jordan as a veteran on the Wizards ... Show More

Andre and Evan discuss Angel Reese and her impact on the WNBA and Chicago Sky, Scottie Pippen's comments about Michael Jordan's stats, and what NBA draft class was the best of all time. Thank you to all our incredible listeners for your support and engagement throughout season th ... Show More

One of the greatest 'what ifs' in basketball history, legendary Chicago high school star Ronnie Fields joins Matt & Stak on the latest episode of ALL THE SMOKE. Fields opens up about the devastating car accident that changed his career, discusses playing with KG at Farragut High ... Show More

Justin Verrier and Rob Mahoney come to you immediately after the conclusion of the fifth and sixth episodes of ‘The Last Dance.’ On this week’s pod: an examination of Michael Jordan’s trip to Atlantic City during the 1993 playoffs, a window into the unique pressure Jordan faced e ... Show More