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PODCAST

It"s a Hard Knicks Life

Bleav, Bleav Podcast Network

Bold, unfiltered, and unapologetically Knicks, It’s a Hard Knicks Life brings together long-time friends and diehard fans as they ride every high and low of the orange and blue. Raw takes, real emotion, and plenty of laughs—this is Knicks fandom in its purest form.

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01:04:01

Knicks Go To Motown

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/04/24

The Knicks split the first two games at MSG and have a lot to fix ahead of Game 3. Barry and Blandy dissect it all, along with audio clips from the latest press conference. Stick around for references to The Naked Gun, Ghostbusters 2, finger-wagging, Cookie Monster, and the always informative "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper," during which we solidify ourselves as your #1 Source for Shitting Information. Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky

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01:06:45

The March for the Chip Begins

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/04/17

In this episode, Barry and Blandy are joined by James L. Edwards III of The Athletic to break down the Knicks vs. Pistons playoff series. They talk James' time in Detroit, matchups, X-factors, and what each team needs to do to advance. As usual you get "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper," as well as plans for Saturday night's game, and an interesting conversation about the late, great, Dikembe Mutombo. Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky

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01:12:56

Getting the House In Order

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/04/10

After a heartbreaking overtime loss to Boston the Knicks find themselves in the non-guaranteed 3rd slot in the East with three games to go. Will Indiana, just 2 games back, take their spot? Will Detroit, just 2 games back of Milwaukee, take the 5th spot and drop the Bucks to 6th? A lot can play out in the final 3 games and the boys talk about all of it, including Thibs' job security. Also, Blandy's niece and nephew swear like sailors, Barry goes to a hearing for a speeding ticket in the Bronx,

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00:54:13

The Hump

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/04/03

The Knicks lose to Cleveland (yet again) and the boys discuss why and if it matters for their post season success. OG continues the best run of his career, Bridges was gun shy, and in an unrelated story—Ja Morant was not gun shy, Bonas and Boners, 6 games remain, and "Around the NBA with Branderson(?) Hooper."Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper Until next

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00:57:08

Ten

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/03/28

The Knicks, down to their final 10 games of the season, try to improve their .500 Brunson-less record over their last 10. Barry and Blandy discuss the play of Tyler Kolek and what his mounting responsibilities could mean for his future; OG Anunoby playing the best (and most) basketball of his career; Blandy and his son think they had a good day😉; Around the NBA, voicemails, shit stories, and more!Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL

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00:47:39

Tracy Morgan's Prophetic Puke

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/03/21

Barry and Blandy react to the Knicks two embarrassing losses and the Tracy Morgan incident, including a special interview with the man himself. They introduce a new segment NBA Update (based on SNL's Weekend Update), voicemails live from MSG and San Antonio, "Around the NBA" with Blanderson Hooper, and much, much, more!Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Follow us on YouTube

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00:46:29

Burning Bridges

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/03/14

Barry and Blandy talkin 'bout Bridges, as Mikal was the hottest part of the Knicks news cycle before and after the game against Portland on Wednesday night. After that, well, we just make it up as we go. Make sure you stay until the very end - you won't be disappointed. Or maybe you will be. Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper Until next time, It is a

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01:06:58

In The Words of Mitch…”Relax”

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/03/06

Barry and Blandy are back to talk Knicks and assess what feels like could be a turning point in the Knicks season—a healthy Mitch; a hot-seated Thibs; a shit-or-get-off-the-pot moment of the season. They discuss what has worked, what has not, and what Thibs can do to make them successful. Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper Until next time, It is a Hard

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01:02:44

All-Star Break

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/02/17

The boys reflect on the team through this point in the season…They give out grades for the Top 8 players…Clyde attempts “Zaccharie Risacher”…Cleaning out the voicemail box…Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper…and more!Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper Until next time, It is a Hard Knicks Life!

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00:53:58

Bring on Boston

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/02/07

The Knicks are red hot (like Blandy's a**hole) as they prepare to take on the Boston Celtics who sit 1.5 games ahead of them in the standings. Mitchell Robinson inches closer to being game-ready, Clyde's pilot light went out, voicemails, trade news and Barry sings the Bat Mitzvah blues.Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper Until next time, It is a Hard

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00:51:32

Dominaysh

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/01/31

The Knicks are dominating their opponents and looking hella smooth while doing it. Barry and Blandy remark about the familiar fervor that the team is playing with. Mitchell Robinson remains a step behind and Blandy thinks it smells. Do you like cheese? Clyde likes cheese. VMs and News and more!Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper Until next time, It is

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00:48:43

Frustrated, Incorporated

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/01/23

Barry and Blanderson (the world’s most trusted Knicks podcast hosts) relive the sorrow of Blandy’s comic show selling experience; "frustration" is building as the Knicks don’t look like they’re for real as a true contender; What exactly is the missing piece?; Voicemails and "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper."

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00:51:16

"Treading Water"

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/01/17

Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkinFollow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper

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01:02:04

Guess Who’s Back

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/01/08

Barry, Blanderson… and Craig! The band gets back together (at least for one episode) to talk about the Knicks little losing skid as well as where Craig has been this season. The boys listen to voicemails and Blanderson Hooper delivers “Around the NBA."Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper Until next time, It is a Hard Knicks Life!

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01:19:00

Streaking

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2025/01/03

Amidst a 9 game winning streak against decent to bad teams, Barry and Blandy take the temperature of a team about to face OKC—a team with +350 odds to win the chip. As always your voicemails, including a very special one from Murder Jim, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper," and a Christmas Scrooge strikes in Boston.

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00:51:20

Three's A Crowd

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2024/12/18

Barry and Blanderson don't quite take solace in the Knicks' rise to the number three spot in the East, as they worry not only about the Bucks in the rearview mirror, but New York's own competency. A couple of voicemails from the Hawks loss and the Magic win as well as "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper."Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Subscribe on YouTube @BlandyHooper Until next

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01:01:34

Deflated

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2024/12/12

Barry and Blanderson are more than a little deflated after the Knicks got knocked out of the Emirates Cup by their foes, the Atlanta Hawks. Impressive performances by KAT in the 1st half and Josh Hart in the 2nd were not enough to stave off the Hawks, led by Trae Young and Jalen Johnson. Provocative Clyde, voicemails, and "Around the NBA" with Blanderson Hooper.Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check

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00:34:39

Before and After (GAME)

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2024/12/09

Blanderson Hooper takes on Andrew Claudio of Knicks Film School in the latest game from Barry's imagination, "Before & After." Tune in to hear if Blandy defends his Hard Knicks Life turf or if he wilts under the pressure of going up against the skilled producer, Knicks historian, and cinephile.

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00:51:41

Oh, What A Feeling

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2024/12/05

Barry and Blandy bask in the sun that's been shining over Knicksland. The two discuss the Knicks dominant play and get a health update from Blanderson. And as always, voicemails and "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper."Follow Barry on X and Bluesky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X and Bluesky @BlandyHooper Subscribe on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Until next time, It is a Hard Knicks Life!

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00:44:48

Knicks and The Big "O"

It"s a Hard Knicks Life ·

2024/11/27

Barry and Blandy wax poetic about the Knicks offense and their steamrolling of the Denver Nuggets. They "opine" over Mikal Bridges and his shooting woes, they marvel at the offensive feats of this team, Barry spits a dis track at Grant Williams, voicemails, and the one news segment that can be heard throughout all of the galaxies: Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper.Follow Barry on X & BlueSky @BarryDworkin Follow Blandy on X & BlueSky @BlandyHooper For HKL merch check out

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