Dishes and Dimes

Dishes and Dimes

Dishes & Dimes is a Femme led NBA podcast, that provides a fresh perspective and is not afraid to speak out on what others leave unsaid!

  1. MAY 13

    Toronto Tempo SZN has BEGUN & We Have Thoughts 👀 | Season Opener Reaction and More

    Toronto finally has a WNBA team and we were THERE. Imman and Sandie break down the Toronto Tempo's season opener, the electric atmosphere at the arena, their hot takes on the team's look and branding, AND they go deep on the bigger WNBA conversation: Caitlin Clark as the "face of the league," Paige Bueckers taking over, A'ja Wilson's disrespect, and the fine line between fair criticism and misogyny in women's sports. Plus: Masai Ujiri heading to Dallas, the NBA playoffs check-in, and a heartfelt tribute to Brandon Clark.Timestamps0:00 – Intro & Welcome0:24 – Toronto Tempo Season Opener Reaction1:58 – Iman Was At the Game (Atmosphere, Celebs & Energy)4:39 – Real Fans Haven't Been Priced Out Yet6:02 – The WNBA Officiating Problem7:48 – Tempo Branding & Colors — Corporate Baddie?9:23 – Where Is the Mascot?! (Polar Bear??)14:23 – Ticket Scalping Law & Fan Atmosphere18:19 – Masai Ujiri Goes to Dallas — Our Feelings20:29 – Masai's Legacy & What He Does With Cooper Flagg22:13 – Rogers Being Cheap (No T-Shirts?!)23:45 – Wings vs. Fever Season Opener & Paige Bueckers24:56 – Caitlin Clark as the "Face of the League" — Hot Take26:08 – Paige Bueckers IS That Girl26:17 – A'ja Wilson Deserves Her Flowers28:20 – The International Takeover of the NBA (Wemby, Shai, Cooper Flagg)30:18 – Wemby Will Run the NBA for 10 Years — Deal With It30:44 – Caitlin & Angel Reese: The Rivalry That Grew the League32:26 – Erasing WNBA Legends (Candace Parker, Maya Moore, Lisa Leslie)35:36 – Can We Criticize WNBA Players Without It Being Misogyny?38:08 – Sandy's Take: The Overcorrection in Women's Sports Coverage44:22 – NBA Playoffs Check-In (Cavs, Knicks, OKC, Spurs)47:31 – Wrap-Up & Upcoming Content (Basketball 101, TikTok, Shorts)52:53 – Special Segment: RIP Brandon Clark 💙

    1 hr
  2. 2023-10-23

    Whistles & Crimes - Tim Donaghy Interview

    Cohosts Sandra and Imman interview former NBA referee Tim Donaghy to discuss his 2007 betting Scandal. This episode was recorded MONTHS & MONTHS (not weeks ago) as part of an ongoing series we want to have, diving into the NBA's 2007 betting Scandal. Tim Donaghy, a former NBA referee from 1994 to 2007, was at the center of a scandal in 2007 when it was revealed that he had been betting on NBA games, including ones he officiated. He pleaded guilty to federal charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and received a 15-month prison sentence. The scandal sent shockwaves through the NBA and its fanbase, as it raised concerns about a referee compromising the integrity of the game. But there's a larger story here, one that goes beyond Donaghy. It's a story about the league's overall integrity, from the infamous Game 6 of the 2002 Western Conference Finals to the biases allegedly present in the NBA's officiating policies. In our upcoming interview with Tim Donaghy, he shares his criticisms of the NBA's officiating and asserts that the league is biased toward certain teams and players. He claims that that is how he picked winners in his bets. However, it's important to note that despite his claims, and the claims of the NBA that there is no evidence of Donaghy betting on his games, many do believe that he allegedly did. We acknowledge the doubts about his credibility, and we approach this conversation as part of a larger series.  Our interview aims to unravel the complexities of the scandal and gain a comprehensive understanding of the NBA, its systems, and the delicate balance between competition and integrity. This is not an endorsement of Donaghy's claims but an exploration of a piece of the larger story. Again, this episode is part of a broader series that dives deeper into the NBA's biggest off-court stories. In the final episode, we'll interview Tim Livingston from the hit podcast series "Whistleblower." So get ready for an intriguing discussion, where we not only explore the scandal but also have some fun talking with a referee. Plus, we'll pick Donaghy's brain about the NBA's embrace of gambling in 2023 and his thoughts on the steps the league has taken to prevent future scandals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 18m
4.7
out of 5
137 Ratings

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Dishes & Dimes is a Femme led NBA podcast, that provides a fresh perspective and is not afraid to speak out on what others leave unsaid!

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