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.

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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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Didi Richards on life in the WNBA, How Athletes Handle Social Media & The Importance Of Brand-Building

The moment for Tip-Off has arrived! On our first episode, we were joined by the awesome Didi Richards of the NY Liberty.

The 2021 All-WNBA rookie selectee discussed her Texas roots before describing what it's like playing in the WNBA, her emergence as a brand ambassador, whether or not social media is good for athletes, and the kind of music she listens to while working on her game.

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Megan Griffith On Coaching At Her Alma Mater, Being A Player's Coach, & Growing Up In Pennsylvania

Game Day has arrived and this time we're at Columbia University! On today's episode, we were joined by Megan Griffith, head coach of the Columbia Lions women's basketball team.

Before the red-hot Lions attempt to punch their ticket to the Big Dance, the proud Columbia graduate turned head coach reflected on her upbringing in Pennsylvania and what it was like hooping there before discussing what it's like coaching at your alma mater, how she relates to her players and the importance of proper development.

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Natalie White On Launching Moolah Kicks, The Growth of Women's Basketball, & Hooping In New York City

Sneakers have a special place in basketball culture and Moolah Kicks is a prime example of why.

On this episode, we were joined by Natalie White, founder of Moolah Kicks. The first-ever basketball sneaker designed for women has made an incredible impact and continues to rise during its ascension. Watch as Natalie discussed the inspiration behind Moolah Kicks, the growth of women's basketball, and growing up hooping in New York City.

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Jay Critch On His Music Inspiring The Next Wave of Hoopers, Playing In Brooklyn, & More

"All rappers wanna be ballplayers and all ballplayers wanna be rappers" is a quote that has defined the relationship between basketball and culture and rightfully so!

On this episode, we were joined by popular MC, Jay Critch. The proud Brooklyn, NY native, whose music has appeared on the NBA 2K soundtrack and defined thousands of players' mixtapes, discussed what it's like seeing his music inspire players, his hometown's basketball scene, and more!

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Rashod Bateman On Differences Between Hoopers and Football Players, Southern Sports Rivalries, & More

Growing up, basketball and football players competed against each other but there was always a mutual respect for one another.

On this episode, we were joined by Baltimore Ravens starting wide receiver, Rashod Bateman. The 2021 first-round pick discussed his southern roots by way of South Georgia, the dynamic of basketball and football players in his hometown, the intensity of southern sports rivalries, and more!

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Eb Jones On The Growth of Women's Basketball & Her Best Lessons Learned In The Sports Industry

While most players, coaches, and owners (heck, even referees) are known by the general public, they would agree the unsung heroes of their league are the people who are behind the scenes - and doing a lot of heavy lifting.

In this episode, we spoke with Eb Jones, Vice President of Influencer Marketing at Gallery Media Group. Throughout her career, Eb has elevated several platforms' social media and creative strategies, most notably at the WNBA, BET, and ESPN. Listen as Eb discusses the growth of women's basketball, how she sparked the idea of the orange hoodie in the WNBA and more!

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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!

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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.

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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.

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