Wake Up And Win With Devon Pouncey

On this episode Kavitha Davidson of The Athletic joins host DeVon Pouncey to discuss the New York Knicks bringing NBA playoff basketball back to Madison Square Garden & NBA playoffs at large (8:20), Tony La Russa and his stance on the unwritten rules of baseball (23:51), her appearance on "Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel" and how the lack of sports has negatively impacted youth athletes mental health during the pandemic (35:30), "The 6th Man" Segment on female sports figures (47:11)and more!

On this episode Dr. Jules Boykoff joins host DeVon Pouncey to discuss his latest New York Times opinion piece demanding cancellation of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics (8:19). Is the city of Portland ready for a Major League Baseball team(37:19)? Thoughts on the NBA playoffs (51:50).

On this episode DeVon Pouncey is joined by the new Portland State Univeristy Men's Head Basketball Jase Coburn. Time Stamps below: 0:47- Origin story, how growing up in a dojo and being a black belt correlates to him becoming a Division 1 College basketball head coach 7:20- The Process of becoming the New HC at Portland State University (MBB)after former Head Coach Barrett Peery left to Texas Tech 10:20- Going Viral after his introductory Press Conference 14:43- Having the opportunity to be a Head Coach under the leadership of PSU Director of Athletics Valerie Cleary 18:29- Being a positive representation of the Asian Community during what has been a tough year plus for the community at large 20:58- Goals for Porltand State Men's Basketball under his leadership 26:05- Getting married on the Big Sky Conference Tournament floor in 2020 after season cancellation due to Covid 32:40- "The 6th Man" segment (Top 6 favorite fighters of all-time) 37:20- Rallying cry for listeners and community members to sup

On this episode the guys react to the Derek Chauvin verdict- 6:26, Steph Curry brilliance and MVP conversation- 23:57, DMX and Black Rob passes away - 41:03 and more!

GPII discusses Historic tournament run for Oregon State (1:05) DeVon and GPII reflect on days together as AAU teammates (6:17) Gary Payton influence on GPII (9:25) GPII wins G-League DPOY and his chosen career path (16:04) Reflects on "Uncle" Kobe Bryant (23:19) Relationship with Damian Lillard (26:26) The "Sixth Man" Segment: Greatest Defenders of All-Time (28:23) A word for the youth (35:55) and more! P.S. Since the recording of this episode Gary Payton II has signed with the Golden State Warriors!

12:50 LeBron becomes part owner of the Red Sox 26:47 Jason Verrett re-signs with 49ers 34:25 High school commentator says racist slurs with hot mic 38:15: Asian attacks in ATL and beyond 49:34 Portland Police Association president steps down after false allegations against Portland City Commissioner Joann Hardesty 101:10 Cahoots Bill introduced to Congress 105:03 Damian Lillard goes for 50! 118:40 Grammy’s recap and more!

On this episode actor, comedian, director and "3 Strikes" star Brian Hooks joined to discuss his independence within the film industry (0:44), mental health within comedy (14:16), the importance of comedy in today's society (34:16), his relationship with E-40 (43:10) and more! We also introduced a new segment called "The Sixth Man" segment (45:49)

On this episode we discussed the reported single car accident of Tiger Woods (9:33), Vanessa Bryant calls out Meek Mill for Kobe Bryant reference in leaked song (32:25), Cam Newton gets in verbal back and forth with youth football player (45:43), NBA All-Star Snubs (54:52) and more!

On this episode we discuss MVP Dame? (14:20), Draymond Green rant player treatment Vs. team treatment(31:30), Russell Wilson demands more protection from the Seahawks (41:30), Naomi Osaka Vs. Serena Williams recap (49:10), Dave Chapelle Redemption Song clip (52:55) and more!

On this episode we take a deep dive on the national anthem and what it means to us individually, also within the world of sport (10:15), new OPB report that black people in Portland get arrested 4.3 times more than white people, which is the 5th worse in the country (1:19:00), condemning the abuse of elderly Asian Americans (1:39:12), Super Bowl LV recap (1:41:30), Charles Woodson headed to the Hall of Fame (151:45), In memoriam segment for the year 2021 thus far (152:25).

On this episode we discuss our Superbowl LV Predictions (5:44), Chad Wheeler domestic violence incident (27:27), the passing of Hank Aaron (33:18), Funk Flex's comments on the current state of radio (39:36), Reporter Klay (51:13) and more!

On this episode San Francisco 49ers Cornerback Jason Verrett joins host DeVon Pouncey to discuss the mental challenges he has battled during his obstacle course like career that led up to this season where he is now a finalist for the NFL Comeback Player of the Year award. P.S. Once you begin listening to this episode, it will be hard to stop.

On this episode we discuss the influence of the Atlanta Dream of the WNBA on Senator Warnock winning the Georgia Senate runoff (6:55), we react to the Capitol builidng attack (20:45), Tom Brady and Russell Wilson get their receivers a bonus in final game of the regular season (31:28) and more!

On this episode we recapped many of our best moments that we shared on this podcast during the year 2020. Enjoy and Happy New Year!

On the final episode of 2020 Host DeVon Pouncey is joined by Dboi LTD to discuss "Under the Grapefruit Tree: The CC Sabathia Story" documentary (7:35), recap E-40 Vs. Too Short Verzuz battle/celebration (21:37), the return of the NBA (37:57), and Dboi's new EP "Finally Went Pro" (45:01). P.S. Stay tuned for a "Best of 2020" episode recapping some of our biggest moments and interviews this year.

On this episode rapper Symba joined to discuss how LeBron changed his life after reposting his freestyle (8:10), he tells about the inspiration behind his new song "Reality Is" and how it connects to "Manchild: The Schea Cotton Story" (26:45), his new project "Don't Run From R.A.P." and its target demographic (32:08), he rounds out his Top 5 new West Coast rappers based on his viral freestyle where he acknowledged himself, Westside Boogie and Reason (49:13) and more!

On this episode newly retired NBA Veteran/Champion Dorell Wright joined for an EXCLUSIVE post retirement interview to discuss his retirement announcement (:37), his new hit show "The Text Message Talk Show" (3:03), Ranking the fanbases of the four NBA organizations he played for (7:52), the gratification of seeing his little brother make it to the NBA (10:49), his best memories on and off the court in Miami (13:49), ranks top 5 LA rappers of all-time (26:26), Post retirement plans (26:46), Gucci Verzuz Jeezy (41:35) and more!

On this episode Merritt JC Head Coach Derrick Jones joined to discuss his election day initiative that spread throughout the national college basketball circuit (1:04), Coaching side-by-side with Hall of Fame Coach Steve Coccimiglio (27:30), Upcoming and potential Verzuz battles before the Jeezy Vs. Gucci Plot twist (44:14)and more!

On this episode Tyson Alger of The Athletic joins to discuss the elections (2:24), the return of Oregon Ducks and Pac-12 football (5:31), the retirement of his former colleague Ken Goe of the Oregonian (16:23), What does LeBron's 4th title mean for his legacy? (28:02), race and debate culture within sport (31:05) and more!

On this episode NBA Veteran/Activist Etan Thomas joined to discuss his criticism of Charles Barkley and Shaq on their commentary of the Breonna Taylor verdict (2:22), shares his thoughts on activism within the NBA today in comparison to his playing days (9:35), LeBron Vs. MJ G.O.A.T. debate (14:43), the NBA Finals (20:20), Allen Iverson's "All the Smoke" Interview (24:55), his hype music during his playing days (34:20) and more!