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Club Shay Shay - Arnez J. Part 2 Jun 04, 2025

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In Part 2, Arnez shares even more unbelievable stories—from reacting to a bomb threat mid-flight to pushing an old woman during the chaos. He describes doing comedy routines over the plane intercom and how a passenger pushed him to pursue stand-up. He recalls his first open mic at Comedy Works, meeting Robert Townsend, and drawing early inspiration from Flip Wilson, Robin Williams, and Jim Carrey.
He details his rise in comedy alongside legends like Martin Lawrence, Tommy Davidson, Bernie Mac, and Cedric the Entertainer. From wearing roller skates on Def Comedy Jam to out-skating Usher, Arnez reflects on the originality that’s kept him in the game—and the gatekeeping that’s kept him out of things like Netflix’s Def Comedy reunion.
Arnez talks about auditioning for Showtime Allstars after just four months in comedy—beating 500 comedians but being edited out of the special. He shares what people get wrong about Mo’Nique, why he holds deep respect for Katt Williams, and why he avoids airing out dirty laundry.
He opens up about his traumatic childhood: being shot by his father during a PTSD episode, his troubled relationship with his mother, and the moment a police officer assaulted him for skating backwards—an event that ended his baseball dreams and put the officer in a coma. He also talks about how martial arts, fatherhood, and comedy helped him heal.
This raw conversation is packed with unforgettable stories, powerful moments, and nonstop laughs. Arnez J doesn’t hold back as he shares the heartbreak, hilarity, and healing that have shaped his one-of-a-kind journey. Tap in—you won’t want to miss a second.
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Club Shay Shay - Arnez J. Part 1 Jun 04, 2025

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Arnez J. On Katt Williams, Kevin Hart, Mo’Nique, Rickey Smiley, Bernie Mac, BET & Comic View
In Part 1 of this episode of Club Shay Shay, Shannon Sharpe sits down with the electric and fearless Arnez J.—a legendary stand-up comedian, dynamic actor, and one of the most physical performers ever to grace a comedy stage. With nearly 35 years in the game, the former host of BET’s Comic View and Def Comedy Jam alum has performed to sold-out crowds across the country and built a legacy rooted in originality, raw honesty, and side-splitting impressions.
Arnez opens up about his deeply personal comedic influences, including imitating family members like his Uncle Charlie and honoring his developmentally challenged brother Rodney through his act.He and Shannon revisit their brief fallout over a fishing trip gone wrong and Arnez missing Shannon’s Hall of Fame induction. He shares wild stories from his days as a flight attendant—including altercations with passengers, getting suspended, and even sending a photo of his rear end to the airline after they tried to rehire him.
Arnez also dives into his complicated family history: being told at his grandmother’s funeral that his father wasn’t really his father, the heartbreak of trying to help his sister during an eviction, and the tragic deaths of his brothers.
He reflects on the impact of his mother’s passing just moments before performing one of the best shows of his life, and the eerie coincidence of learning his brother had died while doing an interview about childhood trauma. He also weighs in on comedian rivalries, the Katt Williams interview, and how he once beat both Kevin Hart and Katt Williams in a race. Plus: his beef and reconciliation with Rickey Smiley, his thoughts on joke-stealing, a wild piece of hate mail from Australia, and why he lives by the bro code.
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Hoops Tonight - EVERY WAY Pacers should beat Thunder in NBA Finals w/ Sam Vecenie Jun 04, 2025

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Jason Timpf is joined by head NBA writer for the Athletic Sam Vecenie to break down the NBA Finials between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. They both give their general thoughts on the matchup before discussing every strategy and game plan the Pacers could use to beat OKC, why Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam are so important, and how tough it is to defend Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

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0:00 Start
5:27 Series overview
15:55 Pacers offense
37:25 Pacers defense
49:00 OKC historic greatness

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The Bubba Dub Show - Bubba Dub Breaks Down the Zion Drama, Jay-Z vs. Kaepernick, and the Truth About Media Hype Jun 03, 2025

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In this episode of The Bubba Dub Show, Bubba dives deep into the chaos surrounding Zion Williamson and Smokey Robinson, calling out false allegations and the media’s role in destroying reputations. With his signature humor and realness, Bubba also unpacks the complicated relationship between Jay-Z, the NFL, and Colin Kaepernick — questioning who’s really for the people.
He gets real about how Black athletes are treated in America, the pressures they face, and why financial literacy and accountability are more important than ever.
Episode Highlights:
• Zion Williamson controversy and how the media rushes to judgment
• Allegations against Smokey Robinson and protecting Black legends
• Jay-Z’s NFL deal vs. his past support of Kaepernick
• How high-earning athletes are still viewed as property
• Changing gender roles and cultural manipulation in the media
• Massive NBA contract projections: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Kyrie Irving, Nikola Jokić
• KD trade rumors + Bubba ranks GOAT players from top NFL teams
Tap in now for raw truth, real talk, and non-stop laughs with Bubba Dub.
New episodes weekly!
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NBA Finals Betting Preview Jun 03, 2025

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The Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder square off in the NBA Finals, with Game 1 taking place Thursday night in OKC. The Pacers are significant underdogs, with prevailing wisdom predicting an easy path to a ring for the Thunder. But looks can be deceiving, especially when gambling is involved. So Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome back NBA expert Matt Moore, who dives deep into this matchup and delivers a number of enticing ways to bet the series. #Volume

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BOLD predictions for Thunder-Pacers NBA Finals + Knicks future Jun 03, 2025

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Nick Wright previews everything from the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers, from the battle between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Tyrese Haliburton, to the best bets of the series. Then, Nick discusses the fallout from the Eastern Conference Finals and what is next for Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks. Later, Nick weighs in on the struggles facing the Detroit Lions and Cincinnati Bengals. Finally, as always, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #Volume

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520 In The Morning - Jeff Teague REFLECTS on Pacers road to NBA Finals: Beating Bucks, Cavaliers, Knicks Jun 03, 2025

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On the Tuesday, June 3 episode of 520 in the Morning, Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, and B Hen look back on Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers road to reaching an NBA Finals. The Pacers had a relatively smooth playoffs so far after beating Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks in 5 games, they then upset No. 1 seed Cleveland Cavaliers led by Donovan Mitchell in 5 as well. In the Eastern Conference Championship, the Pacers took out Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks in 6 games, and will now play Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder for an NBA championship. #Volume #Club

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Go Low - Scottie Scheffler WINS again, What's going on with Rory, BEST bets Jun 03, 2025

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John Middlekauff REACTS to Scottie Scheffler winning again and how he continues to show everyone that he is significantly better than everyone else on Tour. Next, John talks about the issues surrounding Rory and why he hasn't turned a corner to getting back to being consistently in the top 10 every week. Later, John gives you his best bets for the upcoming LIV Tournament.

Finally, John dives into the Middlekauff Mailbag to answer your questions.

5:15 - Scottie wins again

15:16 - What's going on with Rory

23:07 - LIV Golf

30:06 - Mailbag

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Nightcap - Hour 1: Unc, Ocho, and Iso Joe react to Knicks being frustrated with KAT and Thibodeau has full buy in from Knicks! Jun 03, 2025

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Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson & Joe Johnson react to the New York Knicks being frustrated with Karl Anthony Towns and his defensive habits, Tom Thibodeau has the full by in from the New York Knicks & Leon Rose, and TV Executives don’t care about finals ratings and much more!
01:47 - Introduction
03:41 - Knicks frustrated with KAT’s defensive habits
36:19 - Thibbs has support to continue as Knicks coach
45:00 - TV execs say they dont care about NBA Finals ratings
53:00 - Jazz hire Austin Ainge as pres of basketball operations
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Nightcap - Hour 2: Unc, Ocho, and Iso Joe react to the Top 10 receivers of the 2000s and Saquon is the cover athlete of Madden 26! Jun 03, 2025

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Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson & Joe Johnson react to ML Football’s top 10 receivers of the 2000s, Saquon Barkley is the new cover athlete for Madden 26, & Coach Prime was hurt by Shedeur reports and much more!
01:47 - Top 10 Receivers in the 2000s
17:42 - Saquon’s reverse hurdle is the cover of Madden 26
22:15 - Burrow said Bengals would’ve made playoffs if he played better
24:18 - Coach Prime hurt by Shedeur reports
38:00 - SEC fining for field rushing
39:50 - Rough Draft
50:00 - Spell-O Cinco
56:39 - Dunk on Unc
1:07:46 - Q & Ayyyy
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