The What's Bruin Show

Rob Bruin and Nisiar Smith

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The business within sports is rapidly changing especially within NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness), therefore Journalist, Rob Bruin and Financial Advisor, Nisiar Smith combine their expertise, along with their ecosystems to give us a closer look into the NIL world, as well as pop culture, sports, and current events.

Apr 8

Final Four Recap

This episode dives into the latest March Madness games, analyzing key moments, coaching strategies, player development, and predictions for the upcoming finals. The hosts share insights on college basketball dynamics, player growth, and the excitement surrounding this year's tournament. 00:00 Pop Culture and Sports Highlights 02:05 Analyzing the Duke Blue Devils' Performance 05:02 UConn's Rise and Player Development 06:30 The Impact of NIL and Two-Year College Rule 09:23 Team Dynamics vs. Individual Talent 12:02 Food Break and Casual Banter 13:47 UConn vs. Illinois: A Clash of Titans 15:40 Arizona's Depth vs. Michigan's Star Power 18:14 The Road to the Championship: UConn and Arizona 20:13 Women's Basketball: UConn's Dominance and Future Stars 23:24 UCLA's Rise and the Future of Women's Basketball

30 min
Apr 8

Final Four Recap

This episode dives into the latest March Madness games, analyzing key moments, coaching strategies, player development, and predictions for the upcoming finals. The hosts share insights on college basketball dynamics, player growth, and the excitement surrounding this year's tournament. Chapters: 00:00 Pop Culture and Sports Highlights 02:05 Analyzing the Duke Blue Devils' Performance 05:02 UConn's Rise and Player Development 06:30 The Impact of NIL and Two-Year College Rule 09:23 Team Dynamics vs. Individual Talent 12:02 Food Break and Casual Banter 13:47 UConn vs. Illinois: A Clash of Titans 15:40 Arizona's Depth vs. Michigan's Star Power 18:14 The Road to the Championship: UConn and Arizona 20:13 Women's Basketball: UConn's Dominance and Future Stars 23:24 UCLA's Rise and the Future of Women's Basketball

30 min
Mar 12

The Real Two-Way Contract | Ep 15

Rob and Nas delve into various topics surrounding the NBA, including the dynamics of the Boston Celtics with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the implications of health in competitive sports, and the evolving landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college athletics. They discuss the potential future of NBA salaries, the challenges of two-way contracts, and the legacy of LeBron James. The conversation also features a fun segment where they draft an all-time NBA team of players who never won a championship and discuss the legacy of Duke basketball.

59 min
06/16/2025

The Good, The Bad, The Ugly, Thunder win Game 4 in Indiana | Ep 14

On this episode of What’s Bruin 🐾, we unpack what went wrong for the Pacers 😬 in Game 4 against the OKC Thunder ⚡️, how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 💼 pulled out a gritty, ugly win, and why this victory was so crucial for Oklahoma City ✅. We also dive into why the Thunder are likely to win in Game 5 🏠 — and if they don’t, what the Pacers need to do to stay alive in OKC 🔄. Tap in for all the breakdowns, insights, and what’s at stake moving forward 🎙️🔥🏀Catch the full discussion on The What’s Bruin Show—streaming now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube! 🎧📺Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @TheWhatsBruinShowSubscribe to the channel ⁠ @TheWhatsBruinNetwork ⁠Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-bruin/id1779040172Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJwktHdPuXh7OdqKEvirI

28 min
06/06/2025

What The Helly, What The Haliburton! Pacers win Game 1 of The NBA Finals

On this episode of What’s Bruin 🐻🎙️, we break down the greatness of the Indiana Pacers 🏀 and their clutch ability to erase leads when it matters most. This marks the fifth time this season the Pacers have stormed back from a 15-point fourth-quarter deficit, setting a historic pace — the most by any team in the postseason since 1998 🗓️🔥. This comeback also matched the largest 4th quarter comeback in NBA Finals history over the last 50 years 😳🏆 — and in both of those moments, one man was on the sidelines: Rick Carlisle 🧠📋. We also dive into what the OKC Thunder 🌩️ need to adjust, how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) can improve his playmaking, and the keys to keeping the team alive in this series. Tap in 🎧 — like, share, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts 🍏, Spotify 🎵, or wherever you get your pods!

44 min
05/30/2025

Gotham City is Still Alive ! Knicks win game 5 Ep | 12

What’s Bruin – “Tyrese Halliburton vs. Paul George: A Pacers Debate” In this episode of What’s Bruin, we sit down with Ed, a die-hard Indiana Pacers fan since 1993, to dive deep into one of the hottest debates in Pacers Nation: Is Tyrese Halliburton already a better Pacer than Paul George? We break down PG13’s legacy, what he meant to the culture, and why Halliburton is changing the game in Indy . We also dissect Game 5 of the Pacers-Knicks series — what went wrong for the Pacers , what the Knicks executed perfectly , and what Indy needs to do to bounce back in Game 6 . With a potential Game 7 looming in the heart of New York City, the pressure is on . Grab a seat, pour a cup , and let’s brew on it Catch the full discussion on The What’s Bruin Show—streaming now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube! 🎧📺Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @TheWhatsBruinShowSubscribe to the channel ⁠ @TheWhatsBruinNetwork ⁠Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-bruin/id1779040172Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJwktHdPuXh7OdqKEvirI Tune in wherever you get your podcasts!

58 min
05/24/2025

Ant-Man its time to fight back | Ep 11

On this episode of The What’s Bruin Show, we’re diving into the Western Conference Finals showdown between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Minnesota Timberwolves. We also break down the first two games of the Eastern Conference Finals featuring the New York Knicks and the Indiana Pacers. Plus, we tackle a big question facing the league: with injuries piling up, should the NBA consider shortening the regular season? And finally, we give our predictions for tonight’s crucial Game 5 between OKC and Minnesota, tipping off at 8:30 PM on ABC. Catch the full discussion on The What’s Bruin Show—streaming now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube! 🎧📺Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @TheWhatsBruinShowSubscribe to the channel ⁠ @TheWhatsBruinNetwork ⁠Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-bruin/id1779040172Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJwktHdPuXh7OdqKEvirI

59 min
04/24/2025

The Process | Ep 10

On this episode of What’s Bruin ,we dive into the latest in college hoops and NBA news! We break down Jalil Bethea’s decision to return to Alabama for his sophomore season and what it means for the Crimson Tide’s future. The Florida Gators are NCAA champions — and we talk legacy, impact, and what this win means for the program.We also get creative with some fun NBA superhero comparisons, plus the case for Dwight Howard and Carmelo Anthony as first-ballot Hall of Famers. And of course, there’s more hot takes, sports culture talk, and unfiltered conversation.If you love basketball, pop culture, and deep dives into the minds of athletes, this one’s for you.#thewhatsbruinshow #NCAAChampionship #JalilBethea #alabamabasketball #FloridaGators #NBATalk #NBASuperheroes #DwightHoward #CarmeloAnthony #BasketballCulture #CollegeBasketball #HallOfFame #SportsPodcast #NBA2025 #SportsTalk #SportsUpdates #PopCultureSports #NIL Catch the full discussion on The What’s Bruin Show—streaming now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube! 🎧📺Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @TheWhatsBruinShowSubscribe to the channel ⁠ @TheWhatsBruinNetwork ⁠Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-bruin/id1779040172Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJwktHdPuXh7OdqKEvirI

47 min

The business within sports is rapidly changing especially within NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness), therefore Journalist, Rob Bruin and Financial Advisor, Nisiar Smith combine their expertise, along with their ecosystems to give us a closer look into the NIL world, as well as pop culture, sports, and current events.

Creator

Rob Bruin and Nisiar Smith
Years Active

2024 - 2026
Episodes

17
Rating

Explicit
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