Out the Mud

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A podcast from the Grindfather and where bullies get bullied…. Hosted by Zach Randolph (@macbo50) & Tony Allen @thegrindfather9

  1. APR 24

    Gerald Green | LOST A FINGER, Drafted Out of High School, Crazy Dunks, Paul Pierce Stories and more!

    The crew welcomes Gerald Green to the show for an unforgettable conversation about resilience, talent, and longevity. Gerald reflects on losing a finger at a young age and still rising out of Houston to become one of basketball’s most electrifying athletes. He shares stories from jumping straight from prep to pro, battling the challenges of being a teenager in the NBA, and learning from Paul Pierce in Boston. Gerald opens up about stops in Minnesota, Indiana, Phoenix, and Miami, plus iconic dunks and career wake-up calls. The episode closes with coaching, BIG3 hoops, dunk contest legacy, and giving back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2h 8m

  2. APR 17

    Fred VanVleet | Undrafted to NBA Champion, Inside Raptors Team with Kawhi, Rise of Sengun and Amen

    The crew welcomes Rockford’s finest, Fred VanVleet, for an inspiring conversation about resilience, leadership, and winning. Fred opens up about losing his father at a young age and how that shaped his drive to succeed. He reflects on being recruited to Wichita State, building a relentless work ethic, and earning his opportunity in Toronto. Fred shares stories from fighting for his career, the Raptors’ rise, the DeMar DeRozan trade, and winning a championship. He discusses his relationship with Masai Ujiri, leaving Toronto, mentoring Houston’s young talent, giving back to the community, becoming NBPA President, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 35m

  3. APR 13

    Gabe Vincent | Fighting Out the G League, Getting to the BAG, LeBron vs Jimmy, Luka Mindset & more

    We jump into a powerful conversation centered on the journey from humble beginnings to the NBA. Gabe reflects on growing up in Modesto and becoming a true student of the game, leading to an opportunity at UC Santa Barbara. He breaks down the draft process, earning his spot in the league, and what it meant to embrace Miami’s winning culture. The discussion shifts to securing the bag, playing alongside stars like LeBron and Jimmy, and transitioning to Atlanta. The episode also highlights life off the court, involvement with the NBPA, and unforgettable “welcome to the NBA” moments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    52 min

  4. APR 3

    James Posey | 2X NBA Champion, Lessons from Miami 06 to The Celtics 08 Run, Building Popcorn Empire

    The crew welcomes James Posey to the show for a deep dive into his journey from Cleveland to NBA champion. Posey reflects on finding his path to college and what it took to reach the league, sharing key rookie lessons along the way. He opens up about his time in Memphis, a pivotal suspension, and ultimately landing in Miami. Posey breaks down his influence on the 2008 Celtics championship team and the unforgettable parade. The conversation shifts to securing the bag, transitioning into coaching, being an early stretch-four, and building a business empire off the court before wrapping up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 13m

  5. MAR 28

    Dorell Wright | NBA Champion, The TRUTH on Miami Heat Culture, Watching Young Steph and Dame

    The crew kicks things off with an intro before welcoming Dorell to the show for a deep dive into his unique journey from baseball prodigy to NBA champion. He reflects on being recruited as a top baseball prospect and the unexpected path that led him from prep to pro basketball. Dorell shares draft night memories, embracing Heat Culture, and contributing to a championship run before earning his opportunity to shine. He breaks down stops with the Warriors, 76ers, and Portland, along with his overseas experience. The conversation closes with thoughts on watching his brother reach the league and giving back through charity work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 3m

  6. MAR 22

    Lou Williams | Georgia Battles, Friends w/ Bow Wow in HS, What AI Had Over Kobe, Clippers vs Lakers

    The crew welcomes Lou to the show for a raw and entertaining look at his basketball journey from high school to a 17-year NBA career. Lou reflects on intense high school battles in Georgia and what it was like living a flashy lifestyle at a young age. He breaks down NBA draft workouts, his rookie year, and the influence Allen Iverson had on his game. Lou shares stories from playing with Kobe and the Lakers, his time with the Clippers, and why Doc Rivers stood out as a real one. The conversation shifts to life after basketball in media, wild fan experiences, and wraps with rapid-fire questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 14m

  7. MAR 14

    Iman Shumpert | Wanted Smoke with D-Rose, NBA Finals Phone Call From TA, LeBron vs Melo, Linsanity

    The crew welcomes Iman Shumpert for a wide-ranging conversation about basketball, culture, and life beyond the game. Shump reflects on growing up in Oak Park and Illinois’ rich basketball history before detailing his rise through the AAU circuit and becoming a McDonald’s All-American. He breaks down his defensive mindset, studying film, and why UNC wasn’t the move before locking in at Georgia Tech. Shumpert shares a CRAZY fight story, draft night memories, and early Knicks days—including a Steph Curry moment and the Linsanity era. He compares playing with Melo and LeBron, names the toughest players to guard, talks NBA rappers, Dancing with the Stars, and fatherhood. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 46m

  8. MAR 6

    Charlie Villanueva | Pistons CRAZY beef, Being SNAKED by Toronto, Kobe's 81, Fight with Ryan Hollins

    The crew welcomes CV to the show for a raw, entertaining look at his basketball journey from humble beginnings to the NBA. He reflects on nearly heading to Illinois before making a memorable 2004 National Championship run. CV walks through getting drafted and beginning his career in Toronto, developing his game, and navigating stops in Milwaukee, Detroit, and Dallas while chasing the bag. He shares a CRAZY locker room story and what it felt like saying goodbye to the NBA. The conversation gets deeper as he opens up about battling alopecia, remembers Kobe’s iconic 81-point game, revisits a Ryan Hollins fight, and closes with rapid-fire questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 11m
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A podcast from the Grindfather and where bullies get bullied…. Hosted by Zach Randolph (@macbo50) & Tony Allen @thegrindfather9

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  • Channel
    Tidal League
  • Creator
    iHeartPodcasts
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    51
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    2026 iHeartMedia, Inc. © Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from iHeartMedia
  • Show Website
    Out the Mud

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