The Rapcast

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A podcast featuring Toronto Raptors, Raptors 905 and Canada Basketball analysis, humour, post-game reactions, live shows and more. Podcasts include Raptors Reaction Podcast, Rap Up Live, The Interview, Raptors Weekly, Buckets & Tea, Confederacy of Dunks, Runnin' Off the Screen, and more.

HÁ 5 H

Embiid Suspended, Golden State is Back? Enjoy The Process & more

This week, Host Cathryn Naiker is joined by Raptors HQ Chelsea Leite to discuss Joel Embiid's three-game suspension after an altercation with a media member. Who was out of line and should the media member also be suspended? Then they discuss the Golden State Warriors being 7-1 after an impressive win against the Celtics. Are they back? Is their championship window still open or too soon to call? and who's window has officially closed? Then in our Raptors homer moment, we discuss the phenomenal Vince Carter Jersey retirement ceremony. A massive home run for the franchise for which we bask in the glow. Then we discuss the Drake DeMar DeRozan beef and if DeMar will get his jersey retired. Then they discuss how this version of the Raptors is the official Enjoy The Process Era. What are the top three things they love about this team so far? Then in our Hottie Highlight of the week, a runner-up list to VC, is it Trae Young vs Knicks fans, Jimmy Butler house tour, or Ja Morant's 360 windmill? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h8min
HÁ 1 DIA

Why is the Raptors defense bad? How do Gradey Dick & RJ Barrett beat gameplans? - Pull Up Tre

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss the adjustments Gradey Dick & RJ Barrett have to make as offensive focal points. Plus, how is the defense shaping up? They also talk about Vince Carter's jersey retirement ceremony, and what other Raptors will share that honor. 0:00 - Introductions 1:00 - Raps lost to Sacramento 6:30 - Why is the Raptors defense bad? 14:35 - Gradey finding counters 21:35 - RJ Barrett, offensive hub 27:58 - Early thoughts on Ja'Kobe 36:23 - Chris Boucher, bringing it 41:45 - What is the Raptors healthy rotation? 45:10 - Gradey one name status 46:25 - IQ's return 49:45 - Samson's experience at Vince's game 56:05 - What jerseys are getting retired? 1:02:15 - Will the Raptors ever be healthy and fun? 1:06:10 - Goodbyes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h9min
HÁ 3 DIAS

Retiring Vince's Number

Hosted by comedians Freddie Rivas and Andy Hull, Confederacy of Dunks delivers basketball talk with a laid-back, hilarious twist. In this episode, they welcome comedian and producer Dan Galea. They hit on some fun stuff. First they delve into the big emotions of the Vince Carter jersey retirement and talk a lot about how Vince had a very special, and vulnerable energy. After that it's all about how fun this young team is. Even though they might never become a .500 team, there's a bunch of hope with this squad. The last topic is truly insane. Andy talks about a wild basketball card that has sky rocketed in value. Segment 1: Vince Carter's Jersey Retirement First up, the gang dives into the emotional rollercoaster of Vince Carter’s jersey retirement, reflecting on how this was more than just a Raptors milestone—it was a moment that had fans reliving Vinsanity and all its highs and lows. Freddie and Andy talk about how it felt like the entire fanbase went back to those highlight-reel days. Dan talks about forgetting just who Vince was and how enjoyable it was to see masculinity and power tears. as well as the obvious take which is that this was an incredible Vince send off. Segment 2: The Current Raptors Squad Next, they break down the season so far and the buzz around Gradey Dick and RJ Barrett, who are making things exciting on the court for a team that doesn't have a lot of business being this exciting. Dan throws out a wild stat: Gradey’s scored more points than any other sophomore in the NBA—a stat that catches everyone off guard. Freddie and Andy bring up how the young core has fans hopeful, with an energy that feels fun and fresh, reminding them of the Raptors’ winning mentality under Masai Ujiri. Segment 3: MJ’s Card and the Menendez Brothers Then comes a deep dive into one of the weirdest stories of the week: a rare Michael Jordan card shot up in value because fans noticed the Menendez brothers sitting courtside in the background! This is just straight up weird. Andy, Dan and Freddie get riffy on how this could be even weirder. And, in classic Dunks fashion, they wrap up with some hot takes on Stephen A. Smith. While Andy confesses a soft spot for him, Dan and Freddie consider Smith the ultimate "high art clown," and agree that being a good clown is no small feat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

59min
HÁ 3 DIAS

Raptors Are Losing...But It's FUN & Does Gradey Dick Have A MIP Case? | Run It Back

.A jam-packed week of Raptors action that included two overtime games, a first-ever jersey retirement and a ton of standout performances. Zulfi, Kyle and Coty break it all down and share our thoughts on the last seven days of action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

37min
HÁ 5 DIAS

Stats that Make the Raptors Go & RJ Barrett & Gradey Dick's Elite Scoring w/ Samson & Keeks

The Toronto Raptors have struggled to win games so far, but they've had great performances from their young players. Gradey Dick and RJ Barrett most of all. Samson Folk is joined by Keerthika Uthayakumar to talk about it all. 0:00 - Introductions 1:00 - The stats of the Raptors season 9:00 - RJ Barrett's Leap 19:48 - Gradey Dick is so good Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

32min
1 DE NOV.

Ring the Alarm, Is It NBA Panic Season Yet? Scottie's Injury & More

Host Cathryn Naiker is joined by Samson Folk. First, they talk about why Samson hates Halloween and doesn't dress up. Then at the 8-minute mark, they start talking basketball. Which NBA team should ring the alarm bells?? Even though it's very early in the season, things are not going as planned. Cathryn decides her Ring the Alarms team is the Denver Nuggets. They break down how the former champions are not what they use to be and the cause for concern is valid. Then they talk about the latest report that NBA ratings are down. How has gambling affected the way we consume the NBA? Has the Parody era contributed to this decline? and more. Then they talk about Boston Coach Joe Mazzula, who stated on a podcast that he wants the league to become more violent! What???? Then in our Raptors Homer moment, They talk about Scottie's injury and what this means for the rest of the team. Raptors Halloween costumes, and our Hottie Highlight of the week is between Cowboy Bruce Brown & the real Raptors fans being back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h2min
31 DE OUT.

Gradey Dick Chasing Stardom, Scottie Barnes' Injury, RJ's Return, Mogbo & Ochai & Sag for Flagg?

Samson Folk & Trevon Heath discuss Gradey Dick's swipes at stardom, Scottie Barnes' injury, and all the impressive performances the Raptors have been getting from their young players. Also, Vince Carter's jersey retirement, LeBron James in Toronto, and Sag for Flagg? 0:00 - Introductions 0:25 - A great 1-4 team? 1:40 - Scottie's injury 2:41 - Scottie's mask choice 3:15 - These Raptors know how to battle 4:45 - Tre's smile update 5:57 - Sag for Flagg? 8:12 - Davion's first great game 11:00 - Gradey has been amazing and could chase stardom 21:10 - A huge week of hoops 22:37 - Vince & LeBron, player empowerment 24:25 - Vince's place in Canadian basketball 25:40 - Facing LeBron 26:25 - The Lakers look good 29:10 - Mogbo & Ochai 29:45 - Ochai has become a real player 36:20 - Jonathan Mogbo captured our hearts 45:20 - Progression is fun 46:05 - Samson is excited for the Vince jersey retirement 47:20 - Can the Raptors beat the Kings? 51:05 - DeMar - RJ mirror match 52:30 - Does Immanuel come back soon? 55:10 - Samson vs Tre in fantasy 55:40 - Things to look forward to 56:45 - Young guys overperforming 58:12 - Raptors record over their next 7 games 1:01:18 - Tatum MVP 1:02:20 - Not enough marketing & goodbyes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h5min
29 DE OUT.

Early Season Hot Takes

On this most recent episode of Confederacy Of Dunks Basketball Podcast, Hosts Freddie Rivas and Andy Hull welcome comedian, improviser, producer and all around hard core basketball fan Matt Mcready. The guys start off the pod by having an open conversation about the vibe around the Toronto Raptors in the beginning of this young season, not including the Denver Nuggets game. After they riff for a while they have fun with some hot takes league wide and end the podcast with a huge and very real interview from Nicola Jokic mid Raptors game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

47min

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57 avaliações

Great analysis

30/11/2023

amandalilja

I love listening to Samson on the Rapcast Reaction Podcast after each Raptors game because I learn so much about high level technical aspects of the game. Thanks for helping me understand the game better!
Definitely worth subscribing to. These guys are a lot of fun to listen to!

01/01/2023

Jigspanchal

Highly recommended!
Depressing

13/04/2023

Reggie 9

Samson Folk always seems so disappointed. Love the Raps but he makes it hard to listen.
Outside-Looking In

21/09/2022

Basketball Jonesing

Not really into the Raptors, but I found this pod after listnening to the Pacers team preview epsidoe. As talkers go, Sampson is very natural. Almost like a delightfully quirky chameleon. He and Caitlyn brought the basketball goods and posed insightful questions to each other about both teams. Also seemed to be picking up on a vibe between those two. Since then, I've checked back for some of the other shows in this series and each has taken on its own character. Good stuff, Canada.

A podcast featuring Toronto Raptors, Raptors 905 and Canada Basketball analysis, humour, post-game reactions, live shows and more. Podcasts include Raptors Reaction Podcast, Rap Up Live, The Interview, Raptors Weekly, Buckets & Tea, Confederacy of Dunks, Runnin' Off the Screen, and more.