The Sports Bubble with Jensen Karp

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Benjamin Watson Apr 12, 2020

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For the past 16 years in the NFL, you could count on tight end Benjamin Watson to catch anything you threw his way. So now that he’s announced his retirement, mid-pandemic, DON’T be surprised when he sounds completely relaxed while quarantined at home with his seven kids. Yes, that’s right, SEVEN. Jensen checks in with the heroic family man to see how the Watson household is rationing toilet paper and keeping it together as they become their own makeshift school (good luck getting your kid on the waitlist). As a community leader and NFLPA rep, Benjamin also gives the latest update on what this NFL season could look like for players and fans - if there even is one. He also talks about former teammate Tom Brady’s shocking move to Tampa Bay. This episode and series supports FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, visit Treefort.fm.

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Jay Williams Apr 10, 2020

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There are few figures in sports (or anywhere) with the know-how to overcome life-changing events better than Jay Williams. Jensen and the beloved collegiate legend, and now ESPN analyst, share their experiences parenting immunocompromised children during COVID-19, how we should all be taking this opportunity to work on ourselves and our relationships, and why for him, Denzel Washington is truly “man’s best friend”. Jay speaks to what it means for the young men and women who didn’t get to play in the “monumental” NCAA tournaments and suggests how the NBA and NFL drafts can adapt. He also clarifies why some of his recent comments, including how he thought the NBA could resume on cruise ships, made such headlines with our clickbait ready media landscape. This episode and series supports FeedingAmerica.org. For more of The No-Sports Report, visit Treefort.fm.

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Al Harrington Apr 08, 2020

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Playing 16 seasons in the NBA takes a toll on your body and mind but for Al Harrington, the real test is holding court 24/7 with four kids ages 2 to 10 in quarantine. The former NBA star turned cannabis mogul tells his crazy experience in a Chinese hospital as a former CBA player and how he got early warning about the Coronavirus from fellow NBA star and current Beijing Royal Fighters coach, Stephon Marbury. Harrington also dishes on why the NBA should cancel the rest of the season (you’re welcome Knicks!) and questions if Mark Jackson is being blackballed from another coaching gig. Al then talks about how cannabis could’ve extended his career and the longevity of some other NBA greats. He also shares how his company, Harrington Wellness, can help everyone from his grandmother to yours. This episode and series supports Feeding America. For more of The No-Sports Report, including show transcripts for our hearing impaired listeners, visit Treefort.fm

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Trai Turner Apr 06, 2020

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Dealing with the stress of being quarantined is one thing, but being traded and having to move across the country during a pandemic is on a whole nother level. The Los Angeles Chargers newest five-time Pro-Bowl guard, Trai Turner, tells Jensen how the last two weeks have been since the tough move to a city he can’t currently explore (or even set up the internet in). Trai talks about how his family and friends in his beloved hometown of New Orleans are doing during this time. He also shares his latest discoveries on SoundCloud and Jensen offers up a few hobbies for Trai to take up besides playing Luigi’s Mansion. The two then discuss NFL trades and moves, why Trai is so excited to win with the Chargers, and the possibility of being reunited with his former Carolina Panthers quarterback and current free agent Cam Newton. This episode and series supports Feeding America. For more of The No-Sports Report, including show transcripts for our hearing impaired listeners, visit Treefort.fm

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CM Punk Apr 03, 2020

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There's no better time than quarantine to call a friend, so Jensen is happy that the first guest on The No-Sports Report is WWE legend, actor and MMA commentator - CM PUNK. He updates Jensen on how he's handling the quarantine and ways he and other fighters have updated their training and workouts. Punk explains how even as a diehard Chicago Blackhawks fan, he can't stomach to watch replays of old games and how Stan's Donuts in Chicago is essential in these times... and well, any time.

The two go off on how wrestling without an audience is crazy, how not canceling Wrestlemania this weekend is dangerous and who is to blame for all of it (HINT: Hey, Vince McMahon, you remember CM Punk, right?)

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The Sports Bubble Trailer Mar 29, 2020

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Formerly The No-Sports Report. After months of living at home with no sports - our favorite athletes are finally returning... in a Sports Bubble. No fans? No kidding. Will it last? Who knows! Revealing, real-time chats with the biggest names in sports as they navigate this crazy new world of ours. Hosted by Jensen Karp.

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