Ledlow & Parker
32 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 380 ratingsIn a league that changes at the speed of social media, Kristen Ledlow & Candace Parker use their unique insight, knowledge & connections to keep up with the latest breaking storylines in "Ledlow & Parker". Every Tuesday, listeners will go behind-the-scenes with one of the league's most plugged-in insiders and one of the most decorated athletes to ever play the game. Ledlow & Parker go beyond with their guests, using their respected voices and in-the-know perspectives to discuss sports & culture.
Listen in each week with "Ledlow & Parker"! They see the game differently.
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Episodes
Looking Back & Looking Ahead
July 02, 2020 20:08 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBCandace tips off the show by opening up about her decision to opt-in to the 2020 WNBA season in Florida. We react to the NBA’s schedule release, talk about the growing COVID-19 concerns for athletes and discuss how how both leagues can use this season to drive action for social change. With basketball on the horizon, Kristen and Candace sign off by reflecting on some of their most memorable moments from the last 30 shows. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Risk vs. Reward with Renee Montgomery & Michael Carter-Williams
June 25, 2020 22:08 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBWe tip off this week by discussing the difficult personal choices NBA & WNBA players face as they make the decision to opt in or opt out of the 2019-20 season. Atlanta Dream guard Renee Montgomery (13:24) joins the show to detail her reason for sitting out the 2020 WNA season to focus on social justice reform & why she’s hopeful for the future. Orlando Magic guard Michael Carter-Williams (36:10) calls in to talk his concerns around the rising coronavirus cases in Florida and & his eagerness f...
Learning to Listen with Ernie Johnson
June 18, 2020 22:50 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBCandace and Kristen open this week with a reaction to the NBA’s 100-page safety plan before discussing the WNBA’s return and the challenging decisions that lie ahead. Turner Sports’ Ernie Johnson (18:02) joins the show to talk embracing conversations around social injustices, the impact of “Inside the NBA,” and provides some “Neat-o” stats for how he’s been passing time during quarantine. We close with “What’s Good!” and highlight actions that are being taken towards diversity & inclusion in ...
Unanswered Questions With Lloyd Pierce
June 11, 2020 19:28 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBAfter the NBA’s unveiling of a formal return-to-play plan, Kristen and Candace examine some of the biggest challenges the league and players face as they prepare for the season to resume. Atlanta Hawks Head Coach Lloyd Pierce joins the show to discuss what’s next for his young team after missing out on the 22-team restart, athletes’ role in standing up against today’s injustices & his plans to give Vince Carter a proper send off. We close the show with “What’s Good” and highlight WNBA players...
Leadership and Allyship with Nneka Ogwumike
June 05, 2020 03:18 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBAs protests continue across the country, Kristen & Candace have an honest conversation regarding the fight for justice and systemic change. WNBPA President & Candace’s LA Sparks teammate Nneka Ogwumike joins the show to discuss how she’s approaching conversations about privilege and racial injustices in the locker room, as well as fighting for equality for her WNBA teammates. We close the show with some lessons and action items on how you can drive social change in your community. See omnyst...
Bigger than Basketball with DeAndre Jordan
May 28, 2020 20:03 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBThis week’s show tips off with our thoughts on what’s next for the WNBA before diving into reported scenarios for the NBA’s return. Brooklyn Nets’ big man DeAndre Jordan joins the pod to discuss his preparation for potential playoff basketball and the new documentary series “Blackballed,” an access-driven documentary exploring racial politics in basketball. Kristen and Candace react to the tragic death of George Floyd with a passionate discussion on civil rights, the search for justice, and t...
Heroes, Highlights & Hardships with Allie LaForce, Stephanie Ready and Taylor Rooks
May 21, 2020 21:24 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBThis week we tip things off with our reaction to the final two episodes of “The Last Dance” and debate how the documentary may have changed the public’s perception of past and present NBA greats. Our Turner Sports teammates Allie LaForce, Stephanie Ready and Bleacher Report's Taylor Rooks join us for an open roundtable where we discuss our heroes, setbacks, most memorable interviews, and how women are changing the sports industry. We close with some rapid fire questions & share some uplifting...
Behind The Lens with HOF Photographer Andrew Bernstein
May 14, 2020 20:45 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBOn this week’s “Ledlow & Parker,” we dive into our favorite moments from episodes 7 & 8 of “The Last Dance” documentary and debate how effective MJ’s leadership style would be in today’s game. Andrew Bernstein, legendary NBA & WNBA photographer and 2018 Curt Gowdy Award recipient, joins the show to share stories behind some of his ionic photos while covering Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and LeBron James and relives some memorable moments from our careers. We close the show by handing out super...
Activism & The Modern-Day Athlete with Kevin Love
May 07, 2020 20:46 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBOn this week’s show, we react to episodes 5 & 6 of “The Last Dance” documentary and dive into Michael Jordan’s comments about how he never saw himself as activist athlete. NBA champion & 5x All-Star Kevin Love joins us to discuss the parallels he sees between the 1998 Bulls and his 2017 Cavs squad, talks the importance of community during Mental Health Awareness Month & reveals his favorite superheroes in game of “Loathe, Like & Love.” We open up the fan mailbag to dish out some advice to the...
"Quarantine Party is a Go, Go!"
April 30, 2020 19:26 - 1 hour - 60 MBThis week's "Ledlow & Parker" is jam packed! Kristen and Candace open the show with the latest news of some NBA practice facilities potentially opening up. Rapper and LA icon Snoop Dogg (8:10-23:32) joins the show to talk his love for the Lakers, his many projects and gives us an idea of who the real ballers are in the rap game. Actress, activist and friend of the show, Gabrielle Union (28:15-50:48), comes on to discuss her days at home with Dwyane Wade and her children, her memories from "Lo...
"Just Want To Hoop" with Chris Paul & Todd Gurley
April 23, 2020 19:21 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBWe open this week's show by diving into some MJ storylines from "The Last Dance" documentary and compare the differences in the past & present NBA eras. 10x All-Star Chris Paul (9:51-30:05) calls in to recount the night the NBA season was suspended in OKC, discusses his current conversations with the league as NBPA President, talks his transition from the Rockets to the Thunder & much more! NFL running back & new member of the Atlanta Falcons, Todd Gurley (33:30-46:05), joins the show to expl...
A Game of Chess with Isiah Thomas
April 16, 2020 18:10 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBOn this week's episode, we open the show by showing our support to Karl-Anthony Towns and shine a light on how NBA players are making a positive impact during the quarantine. Hall of Famer & NBA TV analyst Isiah Thomas (13:19) joins the show to discuss how sports league should handle the return from the coronavirus shutdown, talks MJ vs. LeBron, the Detroit Pistons' biggest rivals during the "Bad Boys" era & more. We close with a recap of our favorite places basketball has taken us and a very...
Working from Home with Reggie Miller & Victor Oladipo
April 09, 2020 21:43 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBOn this week's show, we talk NBA wine tasting on Instagram Live & react to Commissioner Adam Silver's recent remarks about the future of the season. TNT's Reggie Miller (15:05) calls in to discuss how different NBA games will potentially look for broadcasters, dishes out some Hall of Fame advice & recalls his favorite memories competing against the 2020 HOF class. Two-time All-Star Victor Oladipo (48:26) joins the show to shares stories from his experience on "The Masked Singer" and tests his...
Confidence in a Quarantine with Damian Lillard & Sabrina Ionescu
April 02, 2020 22:34 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBOn this week's episode, Kristen and Candace dive into a deep question: Who is the best person from the WNBA & NBA to be quarantined with? 5-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard gives us his thoughts on if the NBA season will start back up and discusses how his last few weeks have been at home. Kristen and Candace quiz Dame on how well he remembers his most iconic buzzer beaters in a game called "Game Time, Dame Time." Candace relives her April Fool's Day prank on her daughter & then we welcome in...
Social Distancing with Sue Bird
March 26, 2020 21:52 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBJust like everyone else out there, "Ledlow & Parker" is working from home in their first-ever remote record. Kristen & Candace catch up on what life has been like over the last 14 days & 4x Olympic Gold Medalist Sue Bird (8:15) joins the show. The 3x WNBA champion talks staying in shape during quarantine, the shifting WNBA landscape, her kick game, answers fan questions and much more. Candace's 10-year old daughter hops on to quiz Kristen in our own version of "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grad...
The Mayor of Madness with Grant Hill
March 11, 2020 21:08 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBWe open the show by diving into the Charley Barkley vs. Draymond Green beef (1:05) on "That's What We Said." 2x NCAA Champion & Turner Sports analyst Grant Hill (10:55) joins the show to recap his time working on NBA TV's "Inside Stuff" with Kristen, relives some of his most iconic March Madness moments as both a player & broadcaster and discusses his life as a #GirlDad. Candace closes the show with some advice for college athletes ahead of this year's NCAA tournament games. See omnystudio.c...
Paving the Way with Cheryl Miller
March 04, 2020 20:21 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBKristen & Candace are back in the studio! This week, Candace gets fired up reliving her daughter's youth basketball tournament this past weekend. In "That's What We Said," we dive into mentorship vs. competitiveness with LeBron James (8:55) and talk the unwritten rules of basketball (15:00). Hall of Famer and basketball icon, Cheryl Miller (21:42), joins the show to discuss her impact on the basketball world, life growing up with Reggie Miller and her upcoming HBO documentary. We close the sh...
Live from NBA All-Star with Chance the Rapper & Ron Harper
February 15, 2020 00:07 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBWe are LIVE from the House of Blues for NBA All-Star weekend in Chicago! We open with a recap our favorite All-Star memories (2:05) and get Candace ready for her night as a judge for the Slam Dunk Contest. Chance the Rapper (8:14) joins the show to talk about basketball & community in Chicago, what it means to be a #GirlDad and plays a game of "Chance or No Chance." 5-time champ & Bulls legend Ron Harper (25:45) shares some classic MJ stories, gives out Dunk Contest advice & discusses the nex...
Remembering Kobe
February 05, 2020 22:45 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBOn this week's show, we reflect on the life and legacy of Kobe Bryant. Candace and Kristen recall their first time meeting the Lakers legend, discuss how he shined a light on the WNBA as a #GirlDad and his lasting impact on the game of basketball. We close with an 8-second moment of silence in his honor and throwback to our favorite moments with Kobe on the very fist episode of "Ledlow & Parker." See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
#NBATwitter (and other things) with Shea Serrano
January 15, 2020 00:01 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBIn this week's show, we tackle the power of #NBATwitter (1:44) and discuss the impact social media has on today's game. Shea Serrano (10:17), New York Times best-selling author & staff writer at The Ringer, calls in to talk spreading positivity online, his love for Reggie Miller & answers some of your questions. Kristen & Candace hop into the #NBATwitter Time Machine (33:42) to discuss which former players & historical moments would have been the best to follow on social. We wrap this week wi...
New Year, New You with Jimmy Butler & Ally Love
January 07, 2020 20:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBWe begin our first show of 2020 by reflecting on the life & legacy of NBA Commissioner Emeritus David Stern (1:06). In "That's What We Said," we break down Kevin Love's status in Cleveland (5:30) and dive into the strong international presence in early All-Star voting returns (11:15). Jimmy Butler (13:53), 4-time NBA All-Star & Miami's newest go-to guy, calls in to talk life off the court, the Heat culture & pulls back the curtain on some of his past teammates. With 2020 officially underway, ...
"Naughty or Nice?" with Doris Burke
December 23, 2019 17:02 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBWe tip off this Christmas-edition show by answering some of your questions in "That's What We Said" (1:00). ESPN's Doris Burke (10:28) joins the show to discuss her path to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in the NBA, what it's like covering games on Christmas Day & explains her unique relationship with Drake. Some of the biggest names in the NBA talk about the importance of playing on Christmas Day (36:13) and we close the show with a few more holiday-themed fan questions as 2019...
"Naughty or Nice?" with Doris Burke
December 23, 2019 16:59 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MBWe tip off this Christmas edition of the podcast by answering some of your questions in "That's What We Said" (1:00). ESPN's Doris Burke (10:28) joins the show to discuss her path to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in the NBA, shares what it's like covering games on Christmas Day & explains her unique relationship with Drake. Some of the biggest names in the NBA talk about the importance of playing on Christmas Day (35:39) and we close the show with a few more holiday-themed fan ...
Big Ticket Oscar Buzz with Kevin Garnett
December 17, 2019 20:06 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBWe open the show with "That's What We Said" previewing TNT's epic doubleheader featuring the Lakers/Bucks & Rockets/Clippers (1:15). With NBA trade rumors heating up, we break down the biggest moves that could occur before the deadline (5:25). 15x All-Star and NBA champion Kevin Garnett (10:30) joins the show to discuss his role in the new Adam Sandler film "Uncut Gems." KG tells the story behind his iconic "Anything is Possible" interview and shares how he's helping the next generation of NB...
Breaking Barriers with Becky Hammon
December 10, 2019 23:13 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBThis week on the show, we're diving into coaching around the league. In "That's What We Said," (1:05) we discuss the pressures that come with being an NBA coach. Candace and Kristen react to David Fizdale being let go by the Knicks (6:17) and react to the reports coming out of Cleveland surrounding John Beilein's coaching methods (10:23). Becky Hammon (16:04) calls in to talk her playing days in the WNBA and Russia, lessons learned from Gregg Popovich and the possibility of becoming the NBA's...
One New Dance with Dwyane Wade
December 03, 2019 22:53 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBIn this week's episode, Kristen & Candace dive into superstars battling their former teams & Kryie Irving continuing to make headlines in Boston (1:33). "That's What We Said" rolls on as we break down how James Harden's elite scoring will define his legacy (8:35). Our newest teammate, Dwyane Wade (14:20) joins the show to talk life after basketball, the importance of family & how his old friends LeBron & Melo are fairing in today's NBA. Ledlow & Parker ponder new ways to grow the game on TV (...
"Giving Thanks" with Robin Roberts
November 26, 2019 22:37 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBWe open up Thanksgiving week with "That's What We Said" (0:50) as we react to reports of potential changes to the NBA schedule. One of our heroes, Robin Roberts (9:32), joins the show to talk hoops, discusses the people behind her success & shares her outlook on life. In this week's "Ledlow Down," we stay in the family as we celebrate Ernie Johnson's 30th anniversary of working with NBA on TNT (37:00). We close the show with our favorite Thanksgiving Day traditions (42:15). See omnystudio.co...
Fueled by Disrespect with Trae Young
November 19, 2019 23:55 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBThis week, we break down Kobe cheering on LeBron at Staples Center (1:03), discuss the reaction to Bronny James & Sierra Canyon High School having more nationally televised games than some NBA teams (5:17). Trae Young (8:28) joins the show to talk about being motivated by disrespect, opens up about his rivalry and relationship with Luka Doncic and shares the secrets behind his nutmeg move. We talk perception vs. reality after Colin Kaepernick's NFL workout (24:36) and react to NBA legend Bill...
"Run Through The Tape" with Allyson Felix and CJ McCollum
November 13, 2019 00:05 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBWe open the show with a reaction to Charles Barkley's 1-on-1 challenge with Candace (0:48), discuss early season load management (2:05) and ponder if Carmelo Anthony will make a return to the NBA (7:11). 9-time Olympic medalist Allyson Felix (14:15) joins the podcast to talk motherhood, her fight for maternity rights in sports, her plans for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and plays a game of "Speed Round" (30:30). CJ McCollum (33:28) calls in to discuss the Trail Blazers start to the season, opens u...
"What The Chuck?" with Charles Barkley
November 05, 2019 21:08 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBKristen Ledlow and Candace Parker break down the Joel Embiid/Karl-Anthony Towns altercation (1:23) and defend their NBA TV teammate Isiah Thomas after his Anthony Davis/Candace Parker comparison went viral (7:00). Charles Barkley (12:14) joins the podcast to discuss his upbringing in Leeds, AL., talks toughest players in the league today, accepts a 1-on-1 challenge from Candace (33:29) and plays a game of "What the Chuck? OR Guarantees" (35:16). In a new segment called "The Ledlow Down," Kris...
Our Big Debut with Kobe Bryant
October 29, 2019 21:21 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBJoin Kristen Ledlow and Candace Parker on the debut episode of their new podcast "Ledlow & Parker." NBA legend Kobe Bryant (01:35) joins the show to discuss his new media projects, life after basketball, the state of the league & reminisces on career firsts (21:10). In a segment called "That's What We Said," Candace talks her UT Hall of Fame induction (32:36), Ledlow and Parker give out their takeaways from NBA Opening Week (35:40) and react to fan favorite Tacko Fall (41:21). Wrapping up the...
Introducing Ledlow & Parker
October 18, 2019 16:21 - 24 seconds - 438 KBEvery Tuesday, listeners will go behind-the-scenes with one of the league's most plugged-in insiders and one of the most decorated athletes to ever play the game. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.