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Today on The Ave Podcast, we are presenting “After The Dance”. A post-show podcast edition inspired by ESPN/Netflix latest docu-series “The Last Dance”, based on Michael Jordan & the Chicago Bulls teams of the 90s. On Part IV of the “After The Dance”, I’m joined by Director/Filmmaker Peter-John Kerr, as we discuss Parts 7 & 8 of the documentary. We break down Jordan’s first retirement & how it affected culture, how his life was affected after his father’s murder, his return back to the NBA, Scottie Pippen quitting on his teammates during the 1994 NBA Playoffs, and much, much more.

Today on The Ave Podcast, we are presenting “After The Dance”. A post-show podcast edition inspired by ESPN/Netflix latest docu-series “The Last Dance”, based on Michael Jordan & the Chicago Bulls teams of the 90s. On Part III of the “After The Dance”, I’m joined by SSA Family Member Headley, as we discuss Parts 5 & 6 of the documentary. We break down the explosion of the Jordan brand, Chicago's wars with the New York Knicks, the 1993 NBA Finals battle vs Charles Barkley & the Phoenix Suns, MJ's relationship with Kobe Bryant, and so much more.

Today on The Ave Podcast, we are presenting “After The Dance”. A post-show podcast edition inspired by ESPN/Netflix latest docu-series “The Last Dance”, based on Michael Jordan & the Chicago Bulls teams of the 90s. On Part II of the "After The Dance", I'm joined by SSA Family Member Big Brotha Curtis & from SSA's # M Y S T O R Y podcast series Jalen Celestine as we discuss Parts 3 & 4 of the documentary. We break down the free-spirited character of Dennis Rodman, how Phil Jackson's basketball journey helped him to relate to the personalities of the Bulls roster, if the Bad Boys are overly slighted, plus more.

Today on The Ave Podcast, we are presenting “After The Dance”. A post-show podcast edition inspired by ESPN/Netflix latest docu-series “The Last Dance”, based on Michael Jordan & the Chicago Bulls teams of the 90s. Over the course of the next 5 weeks, we will be breaking down the pair of released episodes for you to hear, within 24-36 hours of being aired on Netflix.  I’m joined by SSA Family Member Julian aka Jules Da Commish, as we are reminded about the heights of Jordan’s greatness, the short sightedness of Jerry Krause, Scottie Pippen’s pent-up emotions, plus more.

Today on The Ave Podcast, we take you back to 2000 where we celebrate one of the most popular movies for The Culture. Twenty years ago this week (originally released April 21, 2000), New Line Cinemas, Director Gina Prince-Bythewood, as well as 40 Acres and A Mule Filmworks released Love & Basketball. A love story that follows the journey of Monica Wright & Quincy McCall, two next door neighbours who are pursuing their basketball careers before eventually falling for each other.

I’m joined by Christa Eniojukan (Ontario Tech U.’s Women’s Head Basketball Coach), Actor Dennis Barham, and 1st-time guest Dionne aka The Wife as we break down Sanaa Lathan’s skills as a basketball player, our favorite moments, if Monica should have broken curfew, if professing your love for someone is the right thing to do or not two weeks before their wedding, plus a lot more.

Today on The Ave Podcast, we dive into the Anxiety & Mental Health effects of COVID-19. I invite author Jonathan Boxill (“Unleashing Mind Power: How to Harness the Magic of The Subconscious Mind:) as we navigate through this topic from our experiences, discuss balancing the news vs. your stress levels, plus a lot more.

Today on The Ave Podcast, I’m joined by DJ Chris Nice & DJ Keo as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Common’s Like Water For Chocolate. We share our Top 3 songs from the album, discuss its impact on Hip Hop during the early 2000s; The importance of “The Light” & how that song catapulted Common to another level, J Dilla’s brilliance, plus we break down music’s capacity to provide as a healthy distraction through this pandemic.

Today on The Ave Podcast, I’m joined by my SSA Family Members as we discuss the Coronavirus pandemic, and how it’s effecting our lives for the foreseeable future.

Today on The Ave Podcast, I present to you the 1st annual #TeamTrainwreck episode. I invite SSA Family Member Headley as we break down our Top 5 Trainwreck NBA teams this season. To end off the episode, I’m joined by Jules Da Commish as we discuss the Houston Astros fiasco, and their upcoming chaotic season.

Today on The Ave Podcast, spoiler alerts be damned, we're talking about Power! I invite a panel of my SSA Family Members, as we have a honest and raw conversation about the final episodes of the hugely popular TV show, including the series finale.