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The GoldenPod

🏀 Everyone has a basketball story — The GoldenPod is where they finally get to tell it. 💬 New guest every other Wednesday.

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00:37:06

Fast Breaks & Fact Checks (Ep. 24 - Maddy Brown)

The GoldenPod ·

2026/02/04

In this episode, Ted Gold sits down with Maddy Brown (@wnbadata), a PhD candidate in math and a passionate advocate for women's basketball, to explore how statistics are redefining the game. Together, they delve into the current landscape of the WNBA, the significance of player analytics, and the importance of increasing visibility for women's sports.

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00:40:38

Professional On and Off the Court (Ep. 23 - Eugene...

The GoldenPod ·

2026/01/21

Today's guest is a professional hooper currently playing overseas in Malta. He's a high-scoring guard that takes on the game head-on. He also has a nonprofit called Walk A Mile In Our Shoes. Please welcome... Eugene Campbell III!

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00:45:10

Chasing Vibes, Not Views (Ep. 22 - Jesse Hamilton)

The GoldenPod ·

2026/01/07

Today's guest runs the social media account Hamilton Hoops.where he creates easy to watch basketball content that is both casual and clever. He has over 100,000 followers on YouTube and almost 25,000 on Instagram. Please welcome... Jesse Hamilton!

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00:42:04

Man-to-Man, Emotionally (Ep. 21 - Matt Snyder)

The GoldenPod ·

2025/12/24

Today's guest has been one of my best friends since I was one. He's a licensed therapist and also produces music under the name wisemind. And he created our theme music. He is the kind of person that lights up a room and makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside. Please welcome... Matt Snyder.

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00:53:33

Roll the Tape (Ep. 20 - Mike Carlson)

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2025/12/10

Today's guest was a pro basketball player for 10 years in leagues across Spain, Italy, and more. Using his knowledge, he has turned his passion and love for the game into a film study program, helping other pros reach that next level. He's the man behind Study of Hoops. Please welcome Mike Carlson.

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00:38:33

Let's Play Some Pickup (Ep. 19 - Rick Kern)

The GoldenPod ·

2025/11/19

Today's guest is the founder of the Hoops Laboratory Inc. and the creator of the Hoop App, an app designed to help you find pickup games in your area in real time. Please welcome... Rick Kern!

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00:42:20

Growing the Game (Ep. 18 - Ian Hopper)

The GoldenPod ·

2025/11/05

Today's guest is the creator and owner of Plantsketball, a Portland-based company that specializes in planters made from basketballs. Please welcome... Ian Hopper!

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00:37:27

Hoops, Hype & Ticket Types (Ep. 17 - Jon Jensen)

The GoldenPod ·

2025/10/22

Today's guest is the director of ticketing for the Rip City Remix, which is the affiliate for the Portland Trail Blazers. Please welcome... Jon Jensen!

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00:36:47

Episode 16 - Raymond Xu

The GoldenPod ·

2025/10/08

Today's guest is one half of the social media account Why We Still Hoop, which according to their profile is just "two dudes trying to make relatable hoops content." The pair met in college and now live thousands of miles away from one another, yet that hasn't stopped their love and passion for the game. Please welcome... Raymond Xu!

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00:44:06

Episode 15 - Alex Morel & Ezra Smyser

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2025/09/24

Today's guests are the founders of Andiem, a basketball shoe company designed to keep you playing. Their shoe focuses on ankle stability using quality materials and thoughtful design.

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00:46:03

Episode 14 - Andrew Gragg

The GoldenPod ·

2025/09/10

Today's guest is a talented artist who has worked with the Portland Trailblazers, the Indiana Fever, and the Baseline Review. While he might be self-taught, he's far from an armature. His style is both classic and new at the same time. Not only is he extremely talented, he's also humble and down to earth. Please welcome... Andrew Gragg! In this episode, we talk with Andrew about his love of the Portland Trailblazers, his artistic background, his current work with the Indiana Fever and

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00:45:43

Episode 13 - JP Boneyard

The GoldenPod ·

2025/08/06

Today's guest is known professionally as JP Boneyard. He is a designer, front-end developer, and a lover of basketball. JP got his start setting up music events in his hometown of Palmer, Massachusetts. Through the necessity to promote those events, JP learned to code and screen print. He currently provides creative direction for Fifty-Nine Parks and the National Poster Retrospecticus. JP is also working on a new project called the Baseline Review, a series of high-quality prints with inspiring

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00:38:08

Episode 12 - Joe Kye

The GoldenPod ·

2025/07/02

Today's guest is a Portland-based composer, violinist looper, and vocalist. He's opened for Yo-Yo Ma, Warren G, and Bernie Sanders. Plus, on the court he has a wicked crossover, a silky smooth jumper, and is always ready to throw a crafty pass. Please welcome Joe Kye!In this episode I talk with Joe about his experiences with being an Korean immigrant, father, and hooper. We also talk about his musical projects, including a current piece about his grandfather. Plus, stick around for a very

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00:34:42

Episode 11 - Gabriel Granillo

The GoldenPod ·

2025/06/04

Today's guest is our producer and editor. He has a silky smooth jump shot and a dry sense of humor. He is a huge Lakers fan, which is evident by the fact he only has one hat as his piece of merch to show off his fandom. He's helped the pod in so many ways and I'm forever grateful to him. Please welcome... Gabriel Granillo. In this episode, I talk with Gabriel about growing up watching the Lakers and how a sports journalism class in college got him back into basketball. We also talk about the future

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00:37:12

Episode 10 - Maria Babineau

The GoldenPod ·

2025/05/21

Today’s guest is the Guinness World Record holder for the fastest marathon while dribbling a basketball. She’s been on So You Think You Can Dance, and if that wasn’t enough, she’s a French teacher as well... it’s Maria Babineau!In this episode, Ted talks with Maria Babineau about the challenges of breaking a world record, as well as her charity work with Ronald McDonald House. They also dive into Maria's varied and eclectic background as a hooper, dancer, and teacher.

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00:32:28

Episode 9 - Jalen Thomas and Keyshawn Vogt

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2025/05/07

Today’s guests are two of the faces of Back to the Basket. They are the geniuses behind their social media. They're tapped into Portland's sneaker culture, and have a solid grip on the sports world. I’m excited to welcome Jalen Thomas and Keyshawn Vogt!In this episode, Ted talks with Jalen Thomas and Keyshawn Vogt about their basketball-themed/sneaker shop in Portland called Back to the Basket, as well as their respective basketball backgrounds.

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00:47:06

Episode 8 - Monica Schrock

The GoldenPod ·

2025/04/23

Today’s guest is the co-host of the podcast Play Like a They, does marketing for FANWAGN, and is a ringer for The Gist. They’re doing awesome work on women's and non-binary sports... please welcome Monica Schrock!In this episode we talk about Monica's deep love of all things basketball, including women, non-binary, and queer inclusion in sports and sports media. We also talk about the recent NCAA Women's Final Four tournament, as well as the upcoming WNBA season.

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00:41:54

Episode 7 - Brian Steadham

The GoldenPod ·

2025/04/09

Today's guest is the owner and chef at Dinger's Deli in Portland, Oregon. He's the type of guy that calls out a screen he's setting so that he doesn't hurt anyone. I'm thrilled to welcome...Brian Steadham! In this episode we talk about Brian's varied NBA upbringing, which introduced him to the likes of the Seattle Supersonics, the New York Knicks, and the Portland Trailblazers. We also talk about his vegan sandwich shop in Portland called Dinger's Deli, as well as

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00:48:38

Episode 6 - Austin Fillmore

The GoldenPod ·

2025/03/26

Today’s guest is an awesome tattoo artist with a laid-back attitude and a great sense of humor. He doesn't take himself too seriously but he's seriously a great guy. He’s the co-owner of I Heart Tattoo in Portland, Oregon. The one, the only...Austin Fillmore!

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00:37:24

Episode 5 - Kyle Ratoza

The GoldenPod ·

2025/03/12

Today's guest is someone with great insight into the NBA and the production value that we as fans experience. He's masterful at his craft, yet modest and approachable. He's the studio producer for the Portland Trailblazers broadcast team. Here is episode 5 with Kyle Ratoza!

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