The BALLPLAYERS Podcast

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Hosted by BALLPLAYERS brand manager and die-hard basketball fan, Arden Franklyn, the BALLPLAYERS Podcast takes a deep dive into all things basketball while connecting with special guests across the sport. From actual ballplayers to talented creatives, the BALLPLAYERS Podcast provides insight into the people, places, and things that positively impact the game and bring us together.

  1. 11/21/2023

    Chris 'Lethal Shooter' Matthews On The Power of Social Media In Hoops, Hooping In The DMV, & More

    Trainer. Influencer. Creator. Name the role and Chris Matthews has thrived in it -- while also changing the basketball world. In this episode, we connected with the ultra-popular basketball trainer and heard him reflect on his earliest memories playing the game, what makes the DMV a birthplace for hoopers, and how he properly utilized social media -- to the tune of 2.5+ million followers -- to build his brand and skill set. FOLLOW LETHAL SHOOTER!  FOLLOW BALLPLAYERS!  FOLLOW ONE37PM!  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  2. 11/01/2023

    Ronnie '2K' Singh On The Growth of NBA 2K, Watching West Coast Hoops, & More

    Ronnie Singh is more than a voice in the basketball world. He's easily one of the sport's most respected dot connectors and influential figures who helps mold one of the most iconic sports video games in the world -- NBA 2K. In this episode, we were joined by the 'Face of NBA 2K' -- also formally known as 2K Games' Digital Marketing Manager. Listen as Ronnie 2K discusses what makes him excited about NBA 2K24, growing up and watching basketball on the West Coast, and how working in sports and video games was a natural fit for him. FOLLOW RONNIE! FOLLOW BALLPLAYERS! STAY CURIOUS WITH ONE37PM! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  3. 09/19/2023

    Erin Schiffman On Photography of NYC Streetball, Being A Basketball Mom, & More

    If there's anything about New York City and basketball, it's their natural ability to bring people together -- regardless of their background. In this episode, we were joined by Erin Schiffman, acclaimed NYC streetball photographer and the founder of The Ballers Journal. Listen as Erin reflects on how growing up in Kansas and Pennsylanvia shaped her love of basketball, photography's impact on NYC streetball, and her journey as a basketball mom. FOLLOW ERIN! https://www.instagram.com/erin__nyc/ FOLLOW BALLPLAYERS! https://www.instagram.com/ballplayers/ STAY CURIOUS WITH ONE37PM! https://www.instagram.com/one37pm/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  4. 09/05/2023

    Jawaun 'Wauny' Daniels On Growing Up In NYC Hoops, Listening To His Coaches, & More

    While New York City is home to millions of aspiring hoopers, only a select few can pursue their hoop dreams -- especially when growing up in a challenging environment. In this episode, we were joined by Jawaun 'Wauny' Daniels, a proud Harlem, NY native/professional hooper. Listen as 'Wauny' explains what it was like catching the attention of NYC's hoops scene as a youth, the importance of listening to your coaches, and more. FOLLOW WAUNY! https://www.instagram.com/wauny___/ FOLLOW BALLPLAYERS! https://www.instagram.com/ballplayers/ STAY CURIOUS WITH ONE37PM! https://www.instagram.com/one37pm/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  5. 08/22/2023

    Deyscha 'Sway' Smith On The Power of Writing, Basketball's Social Media Era, & More

    While the game and culture of basketball is discussed in various ways, writing arguably possesses the greatest way to cover the sport. And our special guest is proving why. In this episode, we were joined by Deyscha 'Sway' Smith, an associate editor at SLAM, who has written cover stories about several of basketball's established stars including Cade Cunningham, Donovan Mitchell, Jaylen Brown, and Kahleah Copper. Listen as the ultra-talented writer discusses how she fell in love with the game, the evolution of sports writing, what it's like working at SLAM, and more. FOLLOW SWAY! https://www.instagram.com/deyschasmith/ FOLLOW BALLPLAYERS! https://www.instagram.com/ballplayers/ STAY CURIOUS WITH ONE37PM! https://www.instagram.com/one37pm/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  6. 08/08/2023

    TrayGotBounce On Creating Basketball Content, Adam Sandler Being A Hooper, & More

    The odds of going online and not seeing a viral basketball clip are very slim and today's special guest is a key reason as to why. In this episode. We were joined by TrayGotBounce, the basketball content creator whose videos have gotten millions of views as he crossed and dunked on countless defenders. Listen as Trajan discussed what inspired him to make basketball content, the internet's love for it, working with Adam Sandler on 'Hustle', and more. FOLLOW TRAYGOTBOUNCE! https://www.tiktok.com/@traygotbounce?lang=en FOLLOW BALLPLAYERS! https://www.instagram.com/ballplayers/ STAY CURIOUS WITH ONE37PM! https://www.instagram.com/one37pm/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  7. 07/26/2023

    Mike Press On Falling In Love With Basketball, Hosting Basketball-Related Events, & More

    Throughout basketball's evolution in various areas of interest, we've seen the game create moments of celebration and togetherness - especially in the fashion world. In this episode, we were joined by Mike Press. The proud Westchester County, NY native is an emerging entrepreneur and co-founder of TwentyFour New York, a fashion and cultural platform bridging the gap between sneakers, basketball, and the culture. Listen as Mike reflects on his love for basketball, who from Westchester inspired him to play, the growth of event activations inspired by the sport, and more. FOLLOW MIKE! FOLLOW BALLPLAYERS! STAY CURIOUS WITH ONE37PM See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  8. 06/07/2023

    Jason Negron On How Rapping Inspired Him To Announce, 90s Basketball Jerseys, & More

    If you walked into a game and declared it good based on who's playing, the same can be said when you find out who's on the mic. In this episode, we were joined by Jason Negron. The proud New Yorker, who is an accomplished announcer who has most notably worked with the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, and the NFL, discusses his journey as a master of ceremonies, the impact of 90s basketball, and more! FOLLOW JASON! FOLLOW BALLPLAYERS! STAY CURIOUS WITH ONE37PM! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Hosted by BALLPLAYERS brand manager and die-hard basketball fan, Arden Franklyn, the BALLPLAYERS Podcast takes a deep dive into all things basketball while connecting with special guests across the sport. From actual ballplayers to talented creatives, the BALLPLAYERS Podcast provides insight into the people, places, and things that positively impact the game and bring us together.

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  • Creator
    Gallery Media Group
  • Years Active
    2023
  • Episodes
    15
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Gallery Media Group
  • Show Website
    The BALLPLAYERS Podcast