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Hello and Welcome

Will Lou, Alex Wong, and producer Jerome Cheng have you covered on all things Raptors, in addition to the NBA and other culturally relevant topics. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 22H AGO

    10 things from wild first weekend of 2025 NBA playoffs + Should Raptors buy-low on these stars?

    Will, Alex, and Jerome recap the opening weekend of the NBA Playoffs (1:00), diving into Pascal Siakam’s role in Indiana, Kyle Kuzma’s unforgettable box score, and early impressions of Kawhi Leonard and Russell Westbrook. They break down Detroit’s fourth quarter no-show at Madison Square Garden, the Lakers’ growing concerns, Orlando’s offensive struggles, Cleveland’s G1 Big Three, and Golden State’s blueprint against the Rockets. Later, they take fan questions including trade proposals for Jonathan Kuminga (1:21:30), crack open a six-pack of WrestleMania takeaways (1:30:37) before debating whether the Raptors should target stars like Trae Young, Zion Williamson, or Devin Booker this off-season (1:48:00). #nba #nbaplayoffs #lebronjames #lalakers #lukadoncic Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca - Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wb Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca Greta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/toronto Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2h 9m

  2. 3D AGO

    First Round Playoff Predictions + Most intriguing player in each series

    Will, Alex, and Jerome make their first round picks and discuss most intriguing players and storylines heading into the postseason including: James Harden’s playoff resume, the history of “Steph Stoppers,” Giannis’s supporting cast in Milwaukee, the Pacer having the best team hashtag in the NBA, Cade Cunningham’s post-season debut, which former Raptor to root for, and more. Finally, we unveil Hello and Welcome’s official induction into the Law & Order cinematic universe courtesy of Ennis Esmer. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca - Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wb Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca Greta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/toronto Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 30m

  3. 5D AGO

    Masai Ujiri and Darko Rajakovic praise Raptors' progress this year, and lay out plans for future

    Will and Alex recap Masai Ujiri and Darko Rajakovic’s end of season pressers and discuss: whether the Brandon Ingram trade impacted the team’s rebuilding plans, Masai giving a high grade for the team’s culture, whether the Raptors should add a young big, if Chris Boucher’s tenure in Toronto is coming to an end, and Masai reflecting on his inability to enjoy the 2019 championship run. #raptors #torontoraptors Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca - Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wb Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca Greta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/toronto Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5190417316708352 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 26m

  4. APR 14

    Takeaways from Raptors Exit Interviews: Scottie Barnes sets playoff expectations for 2025-26

    Will and Alex recap today’s end-of-season interviews from Raptors players and discuss: Scottie’s comments on playoff expectations for next season, Brandon Ingram’s plan to return to an All-Star level, RJ Barrett’s future with the team, and more. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca - Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wb Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca Greta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/toronto Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 5m

  5. APR 14

    React Pod: Scottie Barnes goes for 35-11-8 in finale + H/W fan appreciation episode

    Will Lou, Alex Wong, and Jerome Cheng discuss the Toronto Raptors' 125-118 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 82. They discuss Scottie Barnes' dominant 35-11-8 outing in the final game of the season, the unfortunate injury to Garrett Temple, and Jamison Battle's hot shooting. Then, they say thank you and show appreciation for show listeners. This is the last Raptors reaction podcast of the season, but the show will continue in the offseason. In the meantime, we take lots of fan questions. They also hand out free Hello and Welcome merch and a pair of RJ Barrett personal edition Puma sneakers. Email info@stevenlebron.com for contest entries. Three stars: Will Lou, Jerome Cheng, Alex Wong Gerald Henderson award: Mandy Mayhem We'll have giveaways throughout the show, and a big surprise courtesy of Alex. #raptors #nba #mavericks Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/... Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2h 9m

  6. APR 12

    React Pod: Raptors ready to say "1-2-3 Cancun!" in Dallas, so this episode become a banter pod

    Will Lou and Alex Wong go live during the Toronto Raptors' 124-102 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. They discuss the continued benching of Chris Boucher, Bobby Webster's comments on Brandon Ingram, and then devolve into banter podcast topics. Three stars: Ochai Agbaji, Garrett Temple's stops, Scottie Barnes Gerald Henderson award: Brandon Williams raptors #nba #mavericks Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/... Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 37m

  7. APR 10

    NBA Letterboxd Ratings: OKC, Lakers, Cavs enjoy 5 star seasons, while Mavericks come in at 0

    Will and Alex provide Letterboxd ratings to all 30 NBA teams and discuss: Luka’s return to Dallas, potential trade destinations for Kevin Durant, Pat Riley’s aura, Michael Malone and Calvin Booth’s firing, the upside of the Knicks roster, if the Rockets are the most underrated 2-seed ever, if the Cavs can beat the Celtics in the playoffs, and who can possibly challenge OKC in a seven-game series #nba #letterboxd Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca - Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wb Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca Greta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/toronto Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5190417316708352 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 43m

  8. APR 10

    React Pod: Jonathan Mogbo records triple-double as Raptors thank fans in last home game

    Will Lou shares what he saw from the Toronto Raptors' 126-96 win over the Charlotte Hornets. He discusses the triple-double performance of Jonathan Mogbo, the continued absence of Chris Boucher, various tributes and other observations from the last home game of the 2024-25 season. Three stars: Jonathan Mogbo, Jared Rhoden, Scottie Barnes Gerald Henderson award: Nick Smith Jr. #raptors #nba #hornets Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/... Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 18m
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    Will Lou, Alex Wong, and producer Jerome Cheng have you covered on all things Raptors, in addition to the NBA and other culturally relevant topics. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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      The Nation Network
    • Years Active
      2024 - 2025
    • Episodes
      197
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