A-Train Sports Talk
299 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsTalking sports NBA, NFL, MLB, HBCU, Negro League Baseball History. A different perspective on sports. The podcast where you'll get sports history. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
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College Football Playoffs
January 02, 2021 06:58 - 46 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode I take a look at the college football playoffs and I still say it's time for a change to the current system. Convince me that Cincinnati maybe even though they lost to Georgia wouldn't have faired better against Notre Dame in an expanded college football playoffs if you have a 12 team playoff where the top 4 get a bye and 5-12 play it out to play 1-4. But to start the episode check out the interview with The First Ladies of College Football Playoffs Coaches in a 5 minute inte...
On the phone with Rick Thomas
January 01, 2021 06:31 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBIn this episode Rick and myself spoke about the NFL, College football and the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Brawl between Mississippi State and Tulsa. Enjoy the conversation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
College Bowl Season
December 28, 2020 04:34 - 46 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode i will give you scores and highlights of bowl games played during the week and a rundown of the bowl games to come as well as highlights and scores from the NBA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
College Football NFL Football scores and highlights
December 22, 2020 06:08 - 1 hour - 38 MBIn this episode I recap the past weekend that was the NFL with plenty of highlights, also a look at college football and thankfully Army will and should've been in the first place in a bowl game. Also some college basketball scores and highlights. Also i want to send a shout out to the ladies Lauren and Brittney at Cakey Bums for the best in resistance bands and apparel visit www.cakeybums.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
NCAA, NFL and More
December 14, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBThis episode is packed with info. Actually not mentioned starting out with some Wichita State vs. Oklahoma State highlights. Lots of NCAA football as I rundown the top 25 scores and postponement included as well as the NFL and highlights as well and even sprinkle in some Sunday College Hoops and a look at the Top 25 in both men's basketball and football and my rant on what I think about Ohio State getting special treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show...
College Basketball, NBA, and NFL
December 11, 2020 12:11 - 42 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode I look briefly at what's wrong with UK and Duke also Did Nate Oats feel his oats and call out coach K after a couple of non conference losses. Also a look at the Sunday NFL schedule and don't worry Patriot fans Cam is still the starting QB. Meanwhile Kyrie Irving has kept his mouth shut but it has cost him and the Nets $25,000.00 each and Joel Embiid has a newfound likeness for assistant Dan Burke now that they are a part of the same team. --- Support this podcast: https:/...
The State Football Title Recap
December 04, 2020 04:37 - 53 minutes - 30.9 MBIn this episode I give you the scores of the Kansas state high school football title games, and also take a look at the Wichita State Men's basketball as they opened there season with a win over Oral Roberts University. Also a look at the standings in the MEAC and Howard University. Also the NBA is around the corner so I look at what Russell Westbrook and John Wall had to say about there trades and how a tweet by Dwight Howard was misunderstood as he is now officially a 76er. Also this show ...
The Landscape of HBCU and Makur Maker
November 26, 2020 17:28 - 1 hour - 40.6 MBHappy Thanksgiving. on this episode I share a brief history of how we came to Thanksgiving Day Football then dive into some look at what's being done for HBCU schools to get there chance at elite athletes that normally go to PWI. Have a HBCU top 100 Elite Camp and present these kids to these HBCU schools that might not have the budget or resources to recruit like your PWI's. Also a look at the matchups for the State Football Title games in all classes from 6A all the way down to 8-man. Then R...
On the phone with Pastor Penn a.k.a. Jermaine Pennington
November 21, 2020 18:21 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBToday's episode I have a candid interview as we talk all things WSU Basketball as they pertain to Gregg Marshall resignation or was it a forced resignation. A lot of questions and not a lot of answers. How will this team do this year. Will Isaac Brown have the full support? Also some high school fb scores to pass along. Can the Wichita Northwest Grizzlies get that elusive title. 3rd times the charm and it's a familiar foe in Mill Valley. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spoti...
The Marshall Era has Ended
November 19, 2020 05:29 - 1 hour - 39.6 MBThis episode we take a look at the the resignation of the Winningest coach in Wichita State Men's basketball history Gregg Marshall and what this means moving forward. A look at 5 potential replacements including Interim Coach Isaac Brown. i also look at Marshall's tenure as he built this program into the national household name it has become as they dominated the MVC and transitioned into the American Athletic Conference (AAC). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/...
Week 10 NFL Scores and Highlights
November 17, 2020 05:00 - 47 minutes - 27 MBThis episode is a recap of week 10 in the NFL with scores and highlights including the MNF Game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Chicago Bears. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Interview with Jody Adams-Birch
November 15, 2020 23:21 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBHonored and Blessed to have a guest interview with Jody Adams-Birch. Her college playing career was at Tennessee where she played under the legendary Pat Summit whom the court was named after. Jody played from 1990-94, her coaching career is as follows 1994-96 Auburn (Asst.), 1996-97 Wake Forest (Asst.), 1997-200 Minnesota (Asst.), 200-04 UMKC (Assoc. HC), 2004-07 Southern Illinois (Assoc. HC), 2007-08 Murray State (HC), 2008-17 Wichita State (HC) and 2018-present Southern Illinois (Asst.) Jo...
High School State Playoffs Scoreboard
November 14, 2020 10:23 - 50 minutes - 28.7 MBA look at the Kansas State High School football playoffs as teams across the state make there push for a high school football championship. Also Sterling Chapman of Campus High School has decided to decommit from Wichita State and open up the recruitment process however says the door remains open. On the other hand the Lady Shockers landed four signatures on signing day which also includes a 3-Star athlete from Kapun Mt. Carmel. Also some Friday college football scores and highlights. Also to...
Wichita State and Gregg Marshall To Part ways
November 12, 2020 05:43 - 27 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this short episode the focus is on Wichita State and Gregg Marshall as multiple reports have them parting ways. So we look at who the possible replacements on a short list. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
High School Football Recap, College Football Preview
November 07, 2020 16:50 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBA look at Kansas HS Regional Football Playoffs. A look at college football scores, highlights, and a look at games to come and the impact that COVID-19 is having on this football season as one conference looking to start it's season has had to call off games due to covid related issues. Also a look at HBCU Jackson State and the recruiting gym they pulled as Dion Sanders gets his son and some other 3-Star athletes to commit. And I'm honored to have Northwest Head FB coach Steve Martin on after...
College Football Scores and Rankings
November 02, 2020 02:46 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBIn this episode I take a look at the AP/Coaches Poll top 25 as well as some what if's regarding the CFP. It's highly unlikely the BigXll gets a team in CFP even if Oklahoma State rebounds and win out and win the conference championship game. my Darkhorse if they win out and win there Conference Championship game would have to be that team that's ranked 6th in both polls and that would be Cincinnati Bearcats. that however depends on what happens with Norte Dame and Clemson. Plus a look at th...
Interview with Voice Of The Shockers Mike Kennedy
October 31, 2020 17:33 - 1 hour - 41 MBToday's episode I start with an interview with the Voice of the Shockers Mike Kennedy. The "Voice of the Shockers" is highly regarded for his descriptive, no-nonsense play-by-play accounts, famous for his call of Greg Brummett's final pitch over Texas in the 1989 CWS and of Mike Jones game winning basket over Kansas in the 1981 "Battle of New Orleans." Also the Wichita State victory over Kansas Jayhawks Football in 1982 by a score of 13-10 led by Prince McJunkins. Honored six times by his pe...
Is Gregg Marshall Done at Wichita State/ 25 Greatest Players to Never win a Championship
October 29, 2020 18:29 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBIn this episode I take a look at a situation that's happening at Wichita State and is centered around Gregg Marshall. I ask as does the article, Why now? after 22 years of successful coaching why these allegations. And to have a little podcast fun a look at the top 25 athletes to never win a championship --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
A look back at some WS Moments
October 29, 2020 13:24 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBIn this episode I take a look at some moments in the World Series. such as did Kevin Cash give away a game by replacing his pitcher who had the Dodgers on the ropes. What will MLB do about Justin Turner breaking COVID-19 protocol and celebrating with his teammates after the game and defying securities demand to exit the field. And now we can say after all his accolades World Series Champion Clayton Kershaw. And finally we look at the arms race in the AFC North by taking a look at the Big Ben...
Everything Sports
October 27, 2020 03:30 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIn this episode I dive into some College Basketball talk as we are around the corner from the start of college basketball season. So we look at the impact Makur Maker may have on Howard University. Also Arizona Mens Basketball is under heavy investigation as is Coach Sean Miller. I also take a look at the NFL standings as well as give you some NFL news. And I end the show by talking to my friend who has his on podcast "Running The Table," Rick Thomas. --- Support this podcast: https://podc...
Can anything solve Dallas problems
October 23, 2020 05:40 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBIn this episode I take a look at the Dallas Cowboys and can there problems be fixed. Also the NBA may have not to long wrapped up it's season there are trade possibilities. Who could be going where who could be staying put. And can Antonio Brown bounce back in Seattle. Also check out the New BK's African Boutique at: [email protected] or by phone (816)694-4111 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Kansas HS Football/College Football
October 17, 2020 20:26 - 44 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode I'm back to giving you the High School Football Rewind of scores from 6A down to 6-Man. Also some College Football scores, highlights, and news. All right here on the A-Train Sports Talk Podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Remembering Joe Morgan
October 14, 2020 23:49 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBThis episode is dedicated to the memory of Joe Morgan. In this episode you will hear his HOF Speech. This episode is also sponsored by BK's African Boutique. Contact Bridget Kongira at [email protected] or call (816)694-4111 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
NFL scores and news. Lakers are your NBA Champs
October 12, 2020 04:04 - 37 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this episode I give you the scores from around the league and also the Lakers are your NBA champs as LeBron James captures his 4th NBA Finals MVP award. Also the Dallas Cowboys win the game but it paid a price as they lost their QB Dak Prescott to a sever ankle injury. And the Raiders roll into Arrowhead Stadium and run out with a stunning victory over the Chiefs 40-32. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
NCAA football scores
October 11, 2020 11:00 - 50 minutes - 29 MBThis episode I'm giving you scores from NCAA top 25 also had a chance to catch up with my good friend and brother from another mother Rick Thomas from Running The Table podcast and giving you the NFL schedule for week 5. Also if you're in the Kansas City Area check out BK's African Boutique with custom made T-Shirts starting at $10 & masks starting at $5. Contact owner Bridget Kongira at: (816)694-4111 or email: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p...
College and pro basketball news
October 09, 2020 23:45 - 42 minutes - 19.2 MBKansas State to host it's inaugural Little Apple 🍎 Classic a four team event featuring Colorado, Drake, and South Dakota State. Also, Wichita State is investigating coach Gregg Marshall amid misconduct allegations. And also a look at the coronavirus and college sports: NCAA reopening plans, latest news, program cuts, and much more. As if this isn't enough how about getting you ready for some NBA finals tonight. Will the Lakers close out or will Miami find a way to win. Who will win Finals MVP...
Kansas High School Football Preview and Rankings
October 09, 2020 15:03 - 21 minutes - 9.99 MBThis episode is short but I will give you the rankings from class 6A all the way down to Six Man and ruling on Fall sports in Kansas High School allowing limited fans at fall sporting events effective immediately. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
WNBA Preview, MLB, and Negro League Baseball History (Atlanta Black Crackers)
October 07, 2020 00:50 - 1 hour - 27.6 MBA broad range in this episode. A preview of what to look for in WNBA action as LV Aces go up against the Seattle Storm for the WNBA title tonight. Also some baseball highlights from Miami Marlins vs. Atlanta Braves NLDS. Also a look into some Atlanta Baseball History that goes beyond the Braves. How the history of the Atlanta Black Crackers of the Negro League and I also have the AP/Coaches poll top 25 for college Football and a look at a division in the NFL where one team can't stop a nose b...
More NCAA Football Scores and highlights and NFL news
October 04, 2020 05:12 - 34 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode a look at more scores and upsets as OU falls to Iowa State and Texas looses to TCU at home. Tulsa also goes on the road and knocks of 11th ranked UCF and much more. Also some NFL news to get you ready for Sunday. Want to also thank Bridget Kongira for support of this podcast and her business BK's African Boutique. If you're in the Kansas City area you can reach her at (816)694-4111 or by email: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod...
College Football Saturday
October 03, 2020 22:40 - 53 minutes - 24.3 MBA look at scores across the country with highlights, also a look at the Tennessee Titans covid-19 outbreak and it's affect as well as news of Cam Newton being diagnosed with Covid-19 and pushing the Chiefs/Patriots game back to Monday or Tuesday. With the Steelers/Titans granted a bye week. Also a look at what to expect from the Atlanta Braves vs. Miami Marlins series. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Another high profile high school star looking at an HBCU
October 02, 2020 18:03 - 58 minutes - 26.6 MBA Rappers son is eyeing an HBCU school. Mercy Miller a 6-4 guard is ranked #3 of the class of 2024 is considering an HBCU school to play his college basketball. In addition a number one high school QB out of New York Noah Bodden shunned such Power 5 schools as Oregon, Baylor, Tennessee, Arizona State and others to make headlines and sign with Grambling State University. Also a look at a possible trade in the NBA that hypothetically pair Russell Westbrook with Giannis Antetokounmpo. And from C...
Doc Rivers and the Clippers part ways
September 30, 2020 04:40 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this episode Doc Rivers and the Clippers part ways. Could Doc be headed to Philly along with CP3. It makes a little sense. Also Dion Sanders is going after some big names on the recruiting trail. Jerry Jones being himself again as he looks at his QB and others and share his thoughts. And I close out with Shannon Sharpe having some words for Paul Pierce concerning LeBron James. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Is Oklahoma done? Is Florida for real?
September 28, 2020 04:15 - 53 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode I take a look back at the Saturday that was college football and the return of the SEC and what is the outlook of Group of 5 chances of cracking the CFP picture. Plus some highlights and scores from the NFL. Also a preview of Lakers/Heat NBA Finals and what it took for them to get there. So enjoy this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Kansas State high school football scores from across the state from 6A down to 6-man
September 26, 2020 18:26 - 49 minutes - 28.2 MBScores from high school football across the state of Kansas from 6A to 6-man. Also more coach staff rumors concerning Dion Sanders and a message he received from a H.O.F. running back/teammate. And ranking the 7 SEC games and a look at Ole Miss and Flordia taking a knee prior to kickoff in a show of unity for social injustice --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Kansas State High School Football Preview
September 26, 2020 01:36 - 34 minutes - 19.7 MBA look at the Kansas State High School Football Preview for across the State of Kansas as I get you prepared for some Friday Night High School football. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
The hiring of Dion Sanders
September 25, 2020 16:19 - 39 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this episode I take a look at the hiring of Dion Sanders to JSU and what it means and two HBCU FB players named to the AFCA Good Workers Team marking the first time multiple HBCU players have been named. Also the pushback that Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neill received in response to the comments regarding the outcome of the Breonna Taylor ruling. And more on Dion Sanders and who he's recruiting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Remembering Gayle Sayers "The Kansas Comet"
September 24, 2020 11:00 - 37 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this episode we take a look at first time ballot H.O.F. Gayle Sayers. The player he was on the field and the man he was off the field. It's been said if you want to see perfection at running back watch a Gayle Sayers video. Also a look at the NFL injury and what impact it could have on some teams. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
NFL news from week 2
September 23, 2020 05:13 - 37 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this episode I give you a few scores and the Giants sign Devonte Freeman to a one year deal and how Dak Prescott talking about his condition has gained the respect of others and coaches and team organizations get fined totalling $1 million. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Kansas HS football scores from 6A all the way down to 6-man and Interview w/Chris Allison
September 19, 2020 16:20 - 57 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this episode I give you a rundown of all the scores from HS football across Kansas from 6A to 6-man football. Also thankful and grateful to have my friend who I had the chance to sit up under Chris Allison. We talked about what brought him back and briefly what it was like in Charlotte. Chris also briefed us on his career in the radio media market. So enjoy. And thankful to Chris joining me. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Kansas HS football scores across the state and other sporting news
September 19, 2020 03:44 - 56 minutes - 26 MBIn this episode I give you HS football scores from across the state of Kansas. Also a look at the real reason why Jimmy Butler isn't a 76er and where that has landed Coach Brett Brown after this season. And Joel Embiid issues his warning after being snubbed from post season teams and how one school is deferring funds to fund renovations to an HBCU school. Also a look at WNBA matchups. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
NBA All 1st team,
September 17, 2020 05:29 - 58 minutes - 33.4 MBIn this episode I'll give you a look at the All- NBA 1st team as well as a playoff meltdown. Plus some the the return of college football and so much . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Remembering the impact and important role the Negro League played in baseball
September 15, 2020 19:47 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBThe impact that Buck O'Neill had in getting key players to the Chicago Cubs in addition to MLB commemorating 100 years of Negro League Baseball and remembering the greatest baseball to come out of Southern University an Historically Black college and university. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
A look at week 1 of the NFL
September 15, 2020 09:49 - 44 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode I take a look at several things. How Cam debuted in his first game as a Patriot, Eric Reid's thoughts on Roger Goodell and his handling of the social justice issues and why hasn't he apologized to Kap. And he's back. Big Ben is happy to be back after being sidelined last year. And much more --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Some week two college football news
September 14, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this episode taking a look at what happened over the weekend on the college football field. Who would've thought we'd be saying after this week the Sunbelt Conference gave us the best football to watch with LLU Ragin' Cajuns knocking off Iowa St in Ames, IA or Arkansas State going into Manhattan, KS "The Little Apple" and knocking off the Kansas St Wildcats. Well it happened. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Steve Nash named coach of Brooklyn Nets NBA & MLB news and highlights
September 10, 2020 04:54 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBSteve Nash gets hired as Brooklyn Nets on the merit of his playing career but he also admits that his his skin color may have played a role a.k.a. " White Privilege." Also scores and highlights from the MLB and NBA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
High school football recap week 1 and HBCU players on 2020 NFL rosters
September 08, 2020 03:32 - 20 minutes - 11.8 MBIn this brief episode I'm doing a brief recap of week 1 high school football scores in the surrounding Wichita metro area and also a look at former HBCU football players that are currently on 2020 NFL squads active/practice squad. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
The contributions made in the NFL and NBA by players from HBCU's
September 04, 2020 17:53 - 36 minutes - 20.6 MBThis episode high the mark and impact that was made by athletes that played in the NBA and NFL from HBCU's. Some have went on to be enshrined into the H.O.F. Some have records that have yet to be broke and some have become that rare 1st to ever. Every sport has to have it's Jackie Robinson. The NBA isn't exempt. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Dion to coach HBCU? Remembering Coach Thompson
September 01, 2020 05:37 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBIn this podcast I'm taking a look at the possibility of a Dion Sanders coaching Jackson State University football team though there's conflicting reports. I also take a look at the passing of coach John Thompson and the impact he left behind. And last The Heat take a 1-0 lead over the Bucks led by Jimmy Butler and his 40 points --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support
Interview with Karon Bradley and From The Stache Podcast James McAllister
August 29, 2020 20:03 - 59 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this episode I talk with Karon Bradley about a variety of things transfer portal, TBT, coaching and much more. Karon is head coach of the AfterShocks, founder of Youth Basketball Association. www.YouthBA.com. Played at Marquette University alongside Dewayne Wade and went to a Final Four and transferred to Wichita State where he helped lead them to a sweet 16. Also I had the pleasure of talking with James McAllister host of From The Stache Podcast and you can click this link https://anchor....
Why the WNBA says their names but not hers? How NBA players can influence local legislation
August 29, 2020 01:16 - 52 minutes - 23.8 MBIn this episode I look at the stalemate between the WNBA and Kelly Loeffler and also take a look at what experts say NBA players should do with this power. And looking at MLB's first foray into social justice activism was a disorganized mess and that made it perfect. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anthony-smith34/support