Truth + Basketball with George Karl
97 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 96 ratingsTruth + Basketball is a podcast and audio exploration with George Karl, the 6th winningest coach in NBA basketball history.
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Truth + Basketball with George Karl: Sandy and George with Nuggets Legend Alex English (Episode 20)
June 15, 2023 14:59 - 13 minutes - 18.3 MBWe’re joined on the show by another Denver Nuggets legend, the one and only Alex English. Coach George Karl and Sandy Clough talk with Alex about past teams, great players from Nuggets history, what’s so special about this years team and they discuss the possibility of a dynasty in years to come. This Episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports and Bet Rivers. Visit truthplusmedia.com, milehighsports.com and betrivers.com for more info!
Truth + Basketball with George Karl: Sandy and George with Nuggets Legend Ralph Simpson (Episode 19)
June 14, 2023 18:31 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MBFollowing the Nuggets championship win on Monday, Coach George Karl and Sandy Clough were joined by the great Ralph Simpson to talk about the team, the history of the Nuggets and what this win means to all the great players to grace the hardcourt in Denver. This Episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports and Bet Rivers. Visit truthplusmedia.com, milehighsports.com and betrivers.com for more info!
Truth + Basketball with George Karl: Sandy and George on The Denver Nuggets NBA Championship Win (Episode 18)
June 13, 2023 19:37 - 40 minutes - 55.4 MBThe Denver Nuggets are NBA CHAMPIONS! In a physical Game #5 last night, the Denver Nuggets celebrate after beating the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals to capture their first NBA championship. Join Hall of Fame and former Nuggets Coach George Karl and Sandy Clough as they talk about the win, about what changed over the past decade, what happens next for the Nuggets and more! This Episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports and Bet Rivers. Visit truthplusmedia.com...
Truth + Basketball with George Karl: Sandy and George on the NBA Finals Game 4 (Episode 17)
June 09, 2023 18:45 - 43 minutes - 59.1 MBOn the show today, Coach George Karl and Sandy Clough preview the NBA Finals Game #4 TONIGHT in Miami and break down what team and what players will shine the brightest. They go in depth on Christian Braun, MPJ, Jokic and others and also look beyond tonight’s game to what might happen in the series depending on who wins Game #4. This Episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports and Bet Rivers. Visit truthplusmedia.com, milehighsports.com and betrivers.com for m...
Truth + Basketball with George Karl: Sandy and George on the NBA Finals Game 3 Tonight (Episode 16)
June 07, 2023 19:27 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MBThe NBA Finals are tied at 1-1 with Game 3 happening tonight in Miami! On today’s episode Coach George Karl and Sandy Clough give a brief recap and analysis of first two games and talk about Game 3 tonight. And, don’t miss George and Sandy’s predictions on how the series will end up, and what team will dig deepest to find what it takes to win the ring! This Episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports and Bet Rivers. Visit truthplusmedia.com, milehighsports.co...
Truth + Basketball with George Karl: Sandy and George on the NBA Finals and Denver's Story if They Win (Episode 15)
May 31, 2023 20:46 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBGame #1 of the NBA Finals is tomorrow night, and Coach George Karl and Sandy Clough are in the studio with a preview of the Nuggets/Heat match-up and predictions and analysis. They also go into recent firings and hirings, including Adrian Griffen to the Bucks and Nick Nurse to the Sixers as well as a look ahead and what it would mean if the Nuggets win the series. This Episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports and Bet Rivers. Visit truthplusmedia.com, milehi...
Truth + Basketball with George Karl: Sandy and George on the Nuggets WCF win and Melo's Retirement (Episode 14)
May 23, 2023 18:54 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBOn todays episode Coach George Karl and Sandy Clough breakdown Denver's Western Conference Finals win over the Lakers, they talk where this Nuggets team is in the history of Denver sports and hear an in-depth preview of the potential finals matchup. We’ll also dig into the Boston/Miami series, talk about Jayson Tatum’s leadership and find out why Coach Karl says Boston needs more play making basketball players on their team. And with news of his retirement, congrats to Carmelo Anthony on a...
Truth + Basketball with George Karl: Sandy and George on the NBA Conference Finals (Episode 13)
May 18, 2023 19:42 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MBDenver media legend Sandy Clough and Hall of Famer, George Karl, discuss the Conference Finals, including the Nuggets and Lakers prior to Games 2 and 3. They also talk about the Celtics and Heat, San Antonio's success in the NBA Lottery and the shrinking role of the NBA coach. This Episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports and Bet Rivers. Visit truthplusmedia.com, milehighsports.com and betrivers.com for more info!
Truth+Basketball with George Karl: Sandy and George on Round 2 of the NBA Playoffs (Episode 12)
May 11, 2023 16:59 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MBSandy Clough and Hall of Fame Coach George Karl talk about the second round of the playoffs and big weekend matchups in the East and West. Coach makes his ultimate predictions for the Suns and Nuggets, Lakers and Warriors and Sixers and Celtics.This episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports. Visit truthplusmedia.com, milehighsports.com for more info!
Truth + Basketball with George Karl: Sandy + George on the Nuggets and NBA Playoffs (Episode 11)
May 05, 2023 19:11 - 51 minutes - 71 MBSandy Clough and Hall of Fame Coach George Karl talk NBA Playoffs, Round 2, and especially the Denver Nuggets. Recorded live from Big Bill’s NYC Pizza in Denver. They also discuss Brooks in Memphis and Coach Bud in Milwaukee. This episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports. Visit truthplusmedia.com, milehighsports.com and bigbillsnypizza.com for more info!
Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough (Episode 10)
April 21, 2023 20:21 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBNBA Playoffs are here and the Nuggets have a BIG game tonight! Sandy Clough and Hall of Fame Coach George Karl are back in the studio to preview the Nuggets/Timberwolves in games 3 and 4. We also get into overall Round 1 reactions, especially the Western Conf. series with the Suns and Warriors, and Sandy and Coach make predictions on who will win the Finals! This episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports. Visit truthplusmedia.com and milehighsports.com fo...
How Basketball Can Save the World
April 17, 2023 10:00 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MBLong time hoops fan, and NYU Professor, David Hollander teaches a college course called "How Basketball Can Save the World." In that class, Professor Hollander discusses the values of the game, along with 13 Guiding Principles, that apply to hoops, humanities, philosophy and more. On the heels of his recently published book by the same name, Coach Karl and Brett Goldberg spoke with David about why his class and book exist, some of the Guiding Principles and where he sees his platform going...
Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough (Episode 9)
April 06, 2023 17:01 - 38 minutes - 52.2 MBToday, Sandy Clough joins Hall of Fame Coach, George Karl, to discuss the Nuggets, the NBA Playoffs and the state of College Hoops -- recorded from Mile High Sports Radio. Sandy and George talk about the final weeks of the regular season for the Denver Nuggets, their top seed in the West and what the future holds. They also analyze playoff match-ups and teams including the Lakers, Timberwolves and Suns. This episode is produced by Truth+Media in partnership with Mile High Sports. Vi...
Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough (Episode 8)
March 22, 2023 23:09 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBWe’re back with more Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough and Hall of Fame Coach George Karl with this episode recording from Mile High Sports Radio! On the show today, Coach and Sandy talk the NBA and the remaining 10 games of the season…who will come out on top and who will fall short. And, where the Nuggets will end up during this important run for the team. Also Coach expands his thoughts on the MVP race between Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic and with March Madness in full swing, Coach and...
Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough (Episode 7)
February 15, 2023 22:56 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBAnother great episode this week on Truth + Basketball. Denver radio legend Sandy Clough joins us again with Hall of Famer George Karl to break down the biggest happenings in the NBA. Go deep on this episode about the Trade Deadline, including the Nuggets moves, KD, Kyrie and how injury and new teammates are affecting these blockbuster moves. And, Coach Karl and Sandy lean into the College Hoops world, discussing how NIL is a problem for classic CBB teams and what the upcoming March Madness...
Truth + Basketball with Swipa (Episode 5)
February 10, 2023 01:30 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MBSwipa and Coach Karl go deep here on this week's wild NBA trade deadline and moves made by the Nuggets, Suns and other contending teams. They also discuss the second half of the NBA season and the upcoming All Star Game. More at truthplusmedia.com and also be sure to visit Swipa's YouTube page!
Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough (Episode 6)
February 03, 2023 16:56 - 38 minutes - 54.8 MBCoach Karl and Sandy Clough discuss the upcoming NBA Trade deadline and what the championship seeking Denver Nuggets may do over the next week. They also discuss legendary ABA and NBA figure Doug Moe and Coach's recent visit with him in San Antonio. And, lastly, George and Sandy talk about the hiring of Sean Payton by the Denver Broncos and how he'll do in Colorado. This Episode is produced in partnership with Denver Sports.
Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough (Episode 5)
January 18, 2023 22:10 - 37 minutes - 51 MBCoach George Karl and Denver radio icon Sandy Clough are in the studio again this week talking Nuggets and Broncos! Join them on this episode as they ask: 1) Can this Nuggets team get to the NBA Finals and win it? 2) What will Feb look like for the Nuggets, do they need to make any big moves before the trade deadline next month and will more than one Nugget be part of all star weekend? 3) Who is the next coach for the Broncos and why? This episode is sponsored by Bet Rivers and produced ...
Truth + Basketball with Swipa (Episode 4)
January 11, 2023 01:43 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBOn this episode of Truth + Basketball with Swipa, Coach Karl joins the conversation to talk about how good the Denver Nuggets have been recently, and what their most impressive win has been this season. Also we'll ask the questions: 1) Nikola Jokic. Just how good is he? And out of all the players in NBA history, who does he emmulate the most? 2) Are the Nuggets good enough to win a championship this season? 3) How does coach Michael Malone stack up this year and what's his relationship like ...
Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough (Episode 4)
January 05, 2023 16:39 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MBTruth + Basketball with Sandy Clough and George Karl is BACK in the New Year with more insider thoughts on Denver sports, along with discussions on leadership and human performance. On the show today they discuss 1) Damar Hamlin and the NFL: reflections, status, Pittsburgh ties, safety, priorities; 2) Big Game NBA Action: Luka, Donovan, Jokic, LeBron, and how these players are putting up such huge numbers; 3) What's next for the Broncos: Hackett gone, Paton muted, new coach priorities, Wi...
Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough (Episode 3)
December 22, 2022 13:05 - 39 minutes - 56.4 MBHall of Fame Coach George Karl and Denver media legend Sandy Clough connect again to talk about the Denver Nuggets, the World Cup Finals and what's next for the Denver Broncos. In particular, George and Sandy review the first place Nuggets on the heels of their biggest win of the season this week, against the Memphis Grizzlies. This episode is sponsored by Bet Rivers and produced in partnership with 104.3 The Fan.
Truth + Basketball with Swipa (Episode 3)
December 09, 2022 23:17 - 33 minutes - 46.8 MBIn Episode 3 with Swipa, we're joined by long-time, legendary NBA Trainer and Performance Expert Steve Hess. Swipa and Hess discuss Steve originally joining the Nuggets and then training former Nuggets including Melo, JR Smith, Birdman and many others. The guys also discuss Jokic's approach to health and well being these days as well as the overall evolution in performance training over the past 20 years. Check out more from Swipa on YouTube @SwipaCam and Truth+Media at truthplusmed...
Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough (Episode 2)
November 28, 2022 12:38 - 40 minutes - 57.4 MBCoach George Karl and Sandy Clough reconnected right before the Thanksgiving holiday to discuss the World Cup, the Broncos disappointing season and the state of the Nuggets at the quarter mark of the NBA campaign. This episode is sponsored by Bet Rivers and produced in partnership with 104.3 The Fan.
Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough (Episode 1)
November 11, 2022 17:07 - 38 minutes - 53.7 MBHall of Fame Coach George Karl is joined on this episode of Truth + Basketball with Sandy Clough, longtime Denver sports reporter and a legend in the world of sports broadcasting. On today's first show with Sandy, we'll talk about the Kyrie Irving situation, how/when/why a head coach gets fired mid-season and how the Denver Nuggets are looking 10 games into the season. This episode is sponsored by Bet Rivers and produced in partnership with 104.3 The Fan.
Truth + Basketball with Swipa (Episode 2)
October 29, 2022 16:10 - 44 minutes - 60.4 MBBack with episode 2 of 'Truth + Basketball with Swipa! Coach George Karl and Swipa talk all things Nuggets and how the team might look if Lebron James was traded to the Mile High City. www.truthplusmedia.com
Truth + Basketball with Swipa (Episode 1)
October 17, 2022 22:17 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MBEpisode 1 of 'Truth + Basketball with Swipa' is here! Coach George Karl and Swipa talk about the Nuggets chances this season, the Draymond Green incident and the rest of the Western Conference. www.truthplusmedia.com
The Hall of Fame Part II
September 09, 2022 18:11 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MBDays prior to his Enshrinement in the Hall of Fame, Coach Karl sat down with Brett Goldberg to talk about his current state of mind and his road ahead. Visit truthplusmedia.com for more on thjs and all Truth and Basketball episodes. (This episode was recorded LIVE and in person at the 2022 Hall of Fame Enshrinement Weekend.)
The Young Glove
August 17, 2022 08:00 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBAfter a long and winding road, Gary Payton II reached the top of the NBA mountain, winning a championship as a key member of the Golden State Warriors in June. In this Episode of Truth and Basketball, GPII chops it up with his 30 year friend and mentor, Coach George Karl, about growing up in Seattle, his pro hoops journey, the relationship with his father, his new deal with the Blazers and his return to Seattle in October.
Rise! The Story of the Greek Freak and African Hoops
May 27, 2022 13:36 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBPrior to its launch date on Disney+ in June, Coach Karl and Brett Goldberg connected with Akin Omotoso, Director of the new movie Rise, to discuss the story of Giannis Antetokounmpo and his family as well as the growth of professional basketball in Africa. Visit truthplusmedia.com for more on this episode and others from Truth+.
Keeping it 1000 - 2022 Denver Nuggets Recap
May 06, 2022 16:10 - 56 minutes - 77.4 MBIn this episode, George Karl shares his perspective on the Denver Nuggets 5-game series loss to the Golden State Warriors by playing a game of "True or False." Plus, how he would approach this offseason and which players he would try to trade away, which players he would listen to offers, and which players he would hang up the phone if someone called to make an offer. Plus, what does "North Carolina" basketball mean? What about Kentucky? Kansas? And more.
Keeping it 1000 - Previewing Warriors-Nuggets 2022 and reliving Warriors-Nuggets 2013
April 14, 2022 12:50 - 58 minutes - 79.7 MBIn this episode, George Karl reflects on learning that he will enter the basketball hall of fame. Then, he shares his thoughts on the upcoming Nuggets-Warriors playoff series and gives his prediction for the outcome. Plus, what really happened with Andre Iguodala back in 2013?
The Hall of Fame Part I
April 05, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBRecently announced into the Naismith Hall of Fame Class of 2022, Coach Karl sat down with Brett Goldberg days before the official announcement. Coach reflects on what the Hall of Fame means to him, Carolina basketball and his priorities for the months ahead prior to the induction in September.
Keeping it 1000 - Evaluating DeMarcus Cousins' first 10 games with the Denver Nuggets
March 03, 2022 18:03 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MBGeorge Karl analyzes Boogie's impact on the Denver Nuggets bench and explains why veteran players are the key to making a bench lineup work. Plus, thoughts on Bones Hyland, Bryn Forbes, Monte Morris, and Nikola Jokic. And George's perspective on being nominated for the basketball Hall of Fame.
Keeping it 1000 - Nuggets Broadcast Legend (Sandy Clough)
January 21, 2022 22:13 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBIn this episode, Adam Mares and George Karl are joined by legendary Denver sports radio host Sandy Clough to discuss Nikola Jokic's 49-point game, his evolving place in Denver Sports history, and just how good he is showing us that he can be. We also talk about the prospect of adding DeMarcus Cousins and the risks/rewards he brings to the table. Lastly, we discuss the way the NBA and professional sports have changed over the last 40 years and how access to players and teams has changed in wa...
Keeping it 1000 - Nuggets Legend (Fat Lever)
January 13, 2022 16:16 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBThe KEEPING IT 1000, LEGENDS SERIES takes a historical look at the Denver Nuggets through the eyes of the star players who played for the team. In this episode, Fat Lever joins coach George Karl and Adam Mares to discuss the legendary 1985 playoff run and the team that defined the 80s in Denver.
Keeping it 1000 - Nuggets Legend (Steve Hess)
November 18, 2021 15:40 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBIn this episode, Steve Hess joins George Karl and Adam Mares to look back on 21 years as the strength and conditioning coach for the Denver Nuggets.
Keeping it 1000 - Nuggets Legend (LaPhonso Ellis)
October 27, 2021 15:33 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBNugget Legend, LaPhonso Ellis, joins Adam Mares and Coach Karl to discuss his time with the team in the '90s, including the epic '94 playoff series versus Coach's Sonics. He also shares experiences of teammates from that era including Dikembe Mutombo, Brian Williams, Rodney Rodgers and Chris Jackson. K1K - Nuggets Legends is a co-production of DNVR and Truth + Media. Visit DNVR for more on this episode and die hard Denver sports at theDNVR.com
Keeping it 1000 - Nuggets Legend (Kenneth Faried)
August 27, 2021 17:23 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBFormer Nugget, Kenneth Faried, joins Coach Karl and Adam Mares to discuss his time with the team and his view of the Nuggets today. Kenneth reflects on his era with the team in the 2010s, his relationship with Jokic and other Nuggets and more. K1K - Nuggets Legends is a co-production by DNVR and Truth+Media. Visit DNVR for more on this episode and die hard Denver sports at theDNVR.com
Fair Play and the Hope for Connectedness (with Guest Dan Baer)
April 27, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBAmerican politician and former Obama Ambassador, Dan Baer, joins the podcast to discuss the path forward to reconnect the country. Dan, Coach Karl and co-host Brett Goldberg discuss the aftermath of the George Floyd murder trial, racial injustice, gun control and the influence of sports in unifying the country. Visit truthplusmedia.com for more on this episode and others from Truth+.
The Godfather of Seattle Hoops (with Jamal Crawford)
April 13, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBWe sit down with Jamal Crawford to talk about youth basketball today in Seattle and elsewhere. Jamal was part of Coach Karl's AAU team, Friends of Hoop, in the '90s. Jamal, George and co-host Brett Goldberg also discuss the Seattle hoops community and stars like Zach LaVine and Isaiah Thomas.
The Rapid Growth of Sports Betting (with Brent Musburger)
March 31, 2021 21:13 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBHall of Fame sports broadcaster Brent Musburger joins Truth+Basketball to talk about the growth of sports betting in the gambling world. Lead Broadcaster and Managing Editor of VSIN, Brent discusses with Coach Karl his background in the industry and the recent acquisition of the VSIN business. We also provide information and education about how sports betting works and where it's headed next. Visit www.truthplusmedia.com
Second Half Predictions for the NBA Season (with Chris Broussard)
March 23, 2021 08:00 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MBChris Broussard of Fox Sports joins the podcast to talk about the NBA season and what's to come. Chris, George and Brett also get into the Collective Bargaining Agreement, TV rights and team expansion talk. Note this recording took place a few days before it was shared. Visit truthplusmedia.com for more info on this episode and others from Truth+. And be sure to subscribe to this show plus rate and review it!
The Evolution of Health and Wellness in Sports (with Dr. Wendy Borlabi)
March 09, 2021 09:00 - 59 minutes - 82.3 MBWe sit down in this episode with Dr. Wendy Borlabi, Director of Mental Performance and Health for the Chicago Bulls. Dr. B describes her work with the team and League, the evolution of mental health in the NBA and the future of sports psychology.
The Greatest Sports Rivalry (with Kenny Dennard)
March 06, 2021 02:58 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBCoach Karl's longtime friend, Kenny Dennard, joins the show to talk Duke, UNC, college hoops and the state of the game. Co-host Brett Goldberg joins the pair to discuss CBA playing days in Montana 40 years ago and the foundation of their relationship.
The Art of Impossible (with Steven Kotler)
February 23, 2021 16:06 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBSteven Kotler joins T+B for a second time! The best selling author and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective discusses his new book, The Art of Impossible, along with other advances in his cognitive research on peak performance and flow conditions. Steven, Coach Karl and Brett also review George's continued studies in this area and what's next for Steven's research.
Dr. J and the Legacy of the ABA (with Julius Erving)
February 09, 2021 16:51 - 1 hour - 115 MBJulius Erving joins Coach Karl and Brett Goldberg to talk ABA hoops, NBA hoops and the impact of Dr. J's illustrious career on the sport. An epic review of the past 50 years of basketball, the trio goes deep on great college stories, ABA experiences, memorable players and more. This is a must listen for anyone eager to learn more on Dr. J's career and the impact of '70s and '80s hoops on the game of today.
Five Decades of Hoops with 'Uncle Ron' (Coach Ron Adams)
January 26, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBCoach Ron Adams of the Golden State Warriors has been around pro and college basketball for over five decades. Since 2014, Coach Adams has served as Assistant Coach for the Golden State Warriors, helping anchor the defense for the three-time NBA champion. In this episode, Coach Karl and Ron reflect on the game today and predict where it's headed. Adored by coaches and players around the League, "Uncle Ron" provides great insights and reflections throughout the discussion.
The Everyday Jedi and Restoring Human Decency (with John Amaechi)
January 05, 2021 09:00 - 53 minutes - 75.9 MBJohn Amaechi was the first Briton to have a career in the NBA and was the first openly gay player in League history. In this powerful discussion, John, Coach Karl and Brett discuss John's hoops career and his present career as an organizational psychologist and the CEO of APS LTD. John also shares his thoughts on 2020, including his perspectives on racial injustice and what lessons he learned from the year.
George Karl on Spain (with Quique Villalobos)
December 15, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBGeorge Karl became the Head Coach of Real Madrid's basketball team in 1989, after having been effectively exiled by the NBA. George coached the legendary program for two seasons, experiencing success, failures and life-altering moments. Now 30 years later, Coach Karl reunites in this episode with one of his favorite Spanish players, Quique Villalobos, to recall the stories and adventures from that chapter in George's life and Real Madrid's storied history.
Truth Takes on Truth and Basketball (Volume 2)
December 10, 2020 16:54 - 6 minutes - 9.49 MBCoach Karl and Brett Goldberg provide a quick look at the upcoming NBA Season, the '20 - '21 campaign. Coach gives reviews on the Lakers, Bucks, Nuggets, Suns, Clippers and Nets and shares what he's most looking forward to in this new, pandemic-modified season.