Keeping It 300: A Raiders Podcast

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Episode 19: Love & Football Feb 15, 2019

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Fallon and James discuss what they did for Valentine’s Day this year and find out which one of them despises the holiday and why. Plus, after a successful debut for The AAF, discuss whether or not they believe this league be around for many years or will it fold like many in the past? Also, which AAF rules should the NFL adopt? Also, should Colin Kaepernick play?

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Episode 18: KD vs The Media & More Feb 08, 2019

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After a week off Fallon and James are back to Keeping it 300. This week they dive into Kevin Durant’s blow up with the media, who’s side are they on and why? With the 2019 NBA All-Star rosters set, they break down Team Lebron and Team Giannis, who has the edge?

Plus, find out which NFL starting five James thinks could take the Warriors the distance and why he was left off Derek Carr’s roster.

They also discuss the Raiders latest stadium woes and where they believe the Raiders should play in 2019.

They debate whether or not Tom Brady is officially the GOAT? You may be surprised by their answers.

And for a Keeping it 300 bonus, Fallon and James talk “The Bachelor”. Yep! With former Raider Colton Underwood the lucky man looking for love, they weigh in on the season so far, and if they believe you can find true love in just a few weeks.

Also, find out what Fallon said to upset Colton during his time with the Raiders.

That and much more on this weeks episode of Keeping it 300.

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Episode 17: Josiah Johnson Jan 23, 2019

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Fallon Smith is joined this week by former UCLA hooper, co-creator of Comedy Central’s Legends of Chamberlain Heights, and supervising producer of The Mostly Football Show for Yahoo Sports, Josiah Johnson. Josiah discusses what it takes to be a successful content creator, how his mic’d up videos became viral, how he is able to use his platform to raise awareness for important social issues while also providing comic relief, and will ever see Legends of Chamberlain Heights back on the air?

He also discusses what it’s like working with Martellus Bennett, why Jalen Ramsey blocked him on Twitter, how he nearly got posterized by Andre Iguodala in college, and what it was like growing up in the shadow of his father Marques Johnson, who played for John Wooden, and was a 5x NBA all-star.

Josiah also reveals he is a member of Raider Nation!

In the intro, Fallon explains how she got a concussion over the weekend which made her miss most of the Conference Title games, what NFL rule she wants changed, and how she almost died in college.

That and much more on Keeping it 300!

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Episode 16: Pump The Breaks Jan 18, 2019

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James Jones was under the weather this week so Fallon Smith hit the mic solo for this one. She gives her thoughts on the ridiculous 3 point records that were shattered in the NBA Wednesday night. She discusses DeMarcus Cousin’s return, and why she wasn’t a fan of Draymond Green’s “All hell about to break loose” comment regarding Boogie’s return. Fallon also tells you who she “wants” to win the AFC and NFC Title games this weekend, and why. Also, find out how Fallon ended up in a ditch during the snow storm in Missouri and how she was able to get out. And what snow prank she pulled on her husband, which he still doesn’t know about. Plus, Fallon and James ask you, the listeners, for advice!

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Episode 15: Greg Papa Jan 11, 2019

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Fallon and James Keep it 300 with the new voice of the 49ers, Greg Papa. After over two decades as the voice of the Silver and Black, they discuss his transition to the Red & Gold. He's made “Touchdown RRRRaaaiiderrrssss!” legendary with the Silver and Black, what should we expect his 49ers touchdown call to be like? Fallon and Papa were desk mates at NBC Sports Bay Area, and they share some funny stories about one another. Papa is the only broadcaster in bay area history to do play-by-play for the Big Five (Warriors, Giants, A’s, Raiders, 49ers). Does he have the Sharks on his radar? Papa talks about his journey in broadcasting, his out of this world preparation, and why he never went “network” They also discuss if Jimmy G is the guy to take the 49ers back to the Glory days. What about AB? Also, Papa gives his take on Kyler Murray - and whether or not picking football over baseball is the right decision.

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Episode 14: What Really Went Down With Antonio Brown Jan 03, 2019

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On this week’s episode of Keeping it 300, Fallon and James discuss the drama in Pittsburgh. James spoke to some Steelers players and he dishes the tea on what really went down between Antonio Brown and Ben Roethlisberger that led to AB reportedly requesting a trade and not playing in Week 17. Is their relationship repairable? Should the 49ers and Raiders make a move for him?

Plus, Fallon and James give their thoughts on the Raiders hiring Mike Mayock as their new General Manager, and what it will take for Mayock to have success with Jon Gruden.

Also, Fallon issues a “retraction" from the previous episode, after learning her grandfather actually had a bigger influence on the Oakland Coliseum than she originally thought.

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Episode 13: Married to a Raiders Fan Dec 29, 2018

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Fallon is joined by her brother in law, Jason Gruwell, who’s a self proclaimed podcast expert, sports fanatic, Denver native living in the Bay Area, and a life-long Broncos fan who married into a Raiders family. They discuss how Raiders and Broncos fans can coexist. How he respects Raider Nation. What it’s like being a part of Fallon’s big, crazy, loving Mexican family? Their unique way of celebrating Christmas (cheering & chanting is involved). Why her Grams is “the Godfather”. Why her mom is the MJ of taco making & Fallon is Lebron. They also discuss what the atmosphere will be like at the new Raiders stadium in Las Vegas. They talk a little hoops. If Warriors 3-peat will they KD come back? Also, why Fallon needs to pray for Jason because of some comments he’s made about Lebron. But the best part is the cameo by her 3 year old niece, Jordana. Kids say the darndest things! (Can’t miss bloopers at the end).

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Episode 12: Bed Sheets or Bath Towel? Dec 20, 2018

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Fallon and James discuss thoughts on the MNF crew - why they are telling the critics to pump the breaks - but why ESPN execs should have seen this coming. What active NFL player do they believe would be a star in the booth (next Tony Romo)? No plug no love? - James Jones drops the ball on “the Herd” (Colin Cowherd show). They also discuss Pro Bowl Snubs and how JJ changed the voting process after he was snubbed in 2012, well, sorta. Then comes their views on Christmas. For James, who grew up homeless, Christmas is a big deal for him. Fallon admits to being a spoiled, ungrateful brat growing up, so she uses Christmas as redemption, to pay back parents. Fallon’s married to the grinch - but he didn’t steal Christmas this year. The big debate - bath towel or bed sheets? (it’s actually a debate James had on his radio show in Green Bay it was “for the rest of your life, if you had to choose, would you choose not to ever wash your bath towel or never wash your bed sheets? James’ advice to his freshman self “don’t chase the ladies and Fallon’s advice to her freshman self (not as interesting).

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Episode 11: Maurice Jones-Drew Dec 14, 2018

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Fallon and James are joined by longtime NFL running back and NFL Network analyst Maurice Jones-Drew to discuss Reggie McKenzie's firing in Oakland. Other topics discussed include MJD's life after football, why Amari Cooper didn't work out in Oakland but is ballin' in Dallas, MJD's perspective now being a member of the media and find out what big-name players have called MJD and James for comments they've made on air.

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Episode 10: NFL.com's Dave Dameshek Dec 06, 2018

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Fallon and James Keep It 300 with Dave Dameshek: James is a bad coworker (doesn't know Dave's last name), we play "this or that," The GOAT debate, Steelers-Raiders, thoughts on Jon Gruden from a national perspective and Dave offers podcast advice for us

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