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The Baseline

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On “The Baseline”, Meir Cohen and Jonathan Rears dive into the world of international basketball, interviewing characters from all around the basketball community. On this show, we will leave no stone unturned and discover the difficulties and rewards of the basketball grind. Stay tuned to gain weekly access to the inside scoop with division I NCAA players, Israeli league superstars, and many more.

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31:44

Episode 11: Jimmy Clark

The Baseline ·

2025/01/28

In this episode of The Baseline, we welcome Bnei Hertzliya's point guard, bucket-getter, and lockdown defender, Jimmy Clark! Jimmy takes us through his ups and downs of college ball, including stints at VCU, JUCO, and Duquesne University where Jimmy helped lead them to their first NCAA D1 tournament in generations. Tune in to hear much more!👉 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/71nYFnjdS24J2yavx9fpY7?si=ZStlXrlOSk-n7_tY2C-b7A 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share!

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63:47

Episode 10: Ryan Turell

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2025/01/21

In this episode of The Baseline, we’re thrilled to welcome Yeshiva University legend Ryan Turell! We dive into Ryan’s standout performances in the G League, his historic journey at YU, and the challenges of adapting to the Israeli game. Ryan shares incredible stories and opens up about navigating the highs and lows of expectations, his experiences at pro-off-season runs and combines, and so much more. Don’t miss this epic conversation!👉 Listen here:

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41:33

Episode 9: Abe Kuhn

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2025/01/14

In this episode of The Baseline, we talk ball with all-around trainer and coach for Maccabi Raanana, Abe Kuhn! Abe brings a unique outlook on the Israeli game, and we learn about it through his stories and experiences that we dive into in this week’s episode. We talk sharp in-game strategy for all the real ball lovers, discuss the pressure of coaching, and so much more.Stay Tuned! Big episode next week! 👉 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/5K3otS6z3w1uBECC6YAA5i 📢 Don’t forget to

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35:25

Episode 8: Frédéric Bourdillon

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2025/01/07

In this episode of The Baseline, we talk shop with Herzliya’s own, Frédéric Bourdillon, who tell us his stories all about his basketball camps in France, how they continue to produce NBA stars, to his playing days in France 🇫🇷, then eventually Israel 🇮🇱. We get the inside scoop about his dreams regarding team ownership!Stay Tuned for more! 👉 Listen here 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share!

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32:54

🎙 Episode 7: Dakarai Tucker

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2024/12/31

In this episode of The Baseline, we sit down with Dakarai Tucker to discuss his March Madness experience, G league championships, the Ups and Downs of his basketball journey, and how it all led to balling in Israel this season! Stay Tuned for more! 👉 Listen here 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share!

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36:57

🎙 Episode 6: Jared Armstrong

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2024/12/24

In this episode of The Baseline, we sit down with Jared Armstrong, a trailblazing basketball player making waves both on and off the court. Jared shares his unique journey, from growing up in the U.S. to becoming a standout player in Israeli basketball. We dive into his inspiring path to success, the challenges he faced along the way, and how his identity as a Jewish athlete has shaped his career. Jared also discusses the cultural transition to living and playing in Israel, the role of faith in his

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35:22

🎙️ Episode 5: Itay Segev

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2024/12/16

In this episode of The Baseline, Itay Segev joins us in studio to discuss his Israeli professional career, awards, dunk contests, and much more. We discuss his pride in playing for the Israeli National team along with the future of Israelis in the NBA. 🎧Tune in now to hear Itay's wisdom of the game, funny stories, and his unique perspective. 👉 Listen here 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share!

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47:28

Season 2, Episode 4: Abby Meyers & Spencer Weisz

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2024/12/10

In this episode of The Baseline, we welcome two remarkable guests who have taken their talents from Princeton to professional basketball in Israel. Abby Meyers, a dynamic player making waves in the Israeli league, and Spencer Weisz, a seasoned pro with a decorated career, share their unique journeys.We dive into their experiences balancing Ivy League academics with athletics, how Princeton shaped their careers, and what brought them to Israel to play professionally. They also discuss the

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33:17

🎙️ Episode 3: Amin Stevens

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2024/12/03

In this episode of The Baseline, we sit down with Amin Stevens, a basketball journeyman with a story that spans continents and cultures. From his collegiate days at Florida A&M to his professional career overseas, Amin shares the highs and lows of playing basketball at the international level. We dive into his time playing in Israel, the challenges of adapting to a new country. Whether you’re a basketball enthusiast or someone seeking inspiration, this episode is a must listen!🎧Tune in now

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34:11

S2 Ep2: Alex Leder - From Courtside to Center Stage

The Baseline ·

2024/11/26

In the second episode of The Baseline, we sit down with Alex Leder, a standout basketball player with a unique journey that bridges athletic excellence and cultural identity. Alex shares his experiences playing in Israel, the challenges of adapting to a new league, and how his connection to Israel has shaped his career and life. From his early days on the court to becoming a respected figure in the basketball community, Alex’s story is one of resilience, growth, and passion. Tune in as we explore

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24:44

Season 2 Tip-Off: Global Hoops and The Shot Clock

The Baseline ·

2024/11/18

Season 2 of The Baseline is here, and we’re kicking things off with a dynamic episode! Hosts Jonathan Rears and Meir Cohen reintroduce the podcast, share our renewed vision for connecting the basketball world, and dive into some of the most exciting stories in the global hoops scene.Joining us as a special guest is EJ Mildwurf, our behind-the-scenes mastermind who’s stepping into the spotlight to share his perspective on basketball’s global influence. Together, we explore the sport’s impact

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34:13

Ep 6 - Tamir Goodman

The Baseline ·

2023/06/15

On this weeks episode, Jon and Meir have the opportunity to hear from Tamir Goodman, whose inspirational story has been shared around the world of Jewish hoops many times. We discuss his career and challenges, and how he has used his experience to guide others.

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32:25

Ep 5 - Jon and Meir

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2023/06/01

On this week's episode, Jon and Meir are in the studio for a solo episode to discuss the Eastern Conference Finals and the NBA playoffs so far. We dive into each series and give you our takes on each one, including the disappointing Bucks, and the Lakers surpassing expectations. Winner league playoffs are heating up, and so is our coverage as we discuss the playoff environment here in herzliya, and much more. We wrap up with our favorite basketball movies, and our NBA finals predictions.

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42:01

Ep 4 - Lior Berman

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2023/05/11

On our fourth episode, Lior Berman joins us to discuss what it is like playing in a Division I college basketball program in the United States. Lior has many ties to Israel, and spoke to us about how the team has traveled to Israel in the past, and the insights his teammates have gotten from a place almost none of them had been before. Lior plays for a prestigious program, one with much success in recent years. We discussed playing with a top NBA draft pick, Jabari Smith. Additionally we spoke

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58:18

Ep 3 - Maurice Kemp

The Baseline ·

2023/05/04

For our third episode, Israeli League MVP Maurice Kemp joins us in the studio to discuss how the game of basketball is changing, his style of play, and stories from his unique experiences on the court all over the world. This episode is one you don't want to miss! Maurice is a great storyteller, and additionally taught us a lot about how the players are treated all over the world! Tune in. Trust us.

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48:16

Ep 2 - Jason Siggers

The Baseline ·

2023/04/27

In our second episode, Maccabi Raanana superstar Jason Siggers joins us in the studio! We discuss everything from his greatest memories playing basketball, to adjusting to the unique culture, people, and food of Israel. Jason is an amazing interviewee who goes into detail telling us about his experience playing a dropping 40(!) points on the NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder. We hope you enjoy!

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37:46

Ep 1 - Ofek Reef

The Baseline ·

2023/04/20

On the inaugural of "The Baseline", we interview Ofek Reef, former point guard at Yeshiva university, and current player for Hapoel Akko in Israel. on this interview we discuss his part in the historic 50 game winning streak with Yeshiva University, and discuss some of the unexpected events from his basketball career, along with his future playing here in Israel.

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