Danny Parkins on Caleb Williams' future, Justin Herbert's talent, Bill Belichick disaster | 10.10
Bomani Jones is joined by 'First Things First' co-host Danny Parkins. They start by discussing Caleb Williams and debate his potential for success as the quarterback of the Chicago Bears. Later, they preview the Chargers' matchup against the Miami Dolphins and talk about why Justin Hebert is the ultimate eye test quarterback. After the break, they discuss Jonathan Gannon being fined by the Cardinals and the disastrous situation unfolding between Bill Belichick and the UNC Tar Heels.
00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - Danny's friendship with Nick Wright
04:30 - Caleb Williams vs. Jayden Daniels
17:40 - Justin Herbert vs. Tua
37:15 - Jonathan Gannon: Coaching for his job?
51:45 - the Bill Belichick disaster
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Howard Bryant breaks down One Battle After Another & Highest 2 Lowest | 10.08
Bomani Jones is joined by Howard Bryant to break down Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another,’ starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio del Toro, Regina Hall & Teyana Taylor. They explore themes of capitalism, character representation, and the role of music in film, while discussing many critiques of the film being litigated on social media. Later, they discuss Spike Lee's 'Highest 2 Lowest' starring Denzel Washington. They discuss how it compares to Kurosawa's 'High and Low" and what the movie does and does not say about Black Capitalism.
2:00 - Breaking down "One Battle After Another"
31:50 - Highest 2 Lowest: The High and The Low
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Chiefs blow it vs. Jaguars, Giannis-Knicks trade rumors, ESPN-Paul Finebaum dilemma | 10.07
On a special bonus episode, Bomani Jones reacts to the Chiefs stunning loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, and explains why he still believes Kansas City will make the playoffs. Later, he explores the reports of trade discussions between the Milwaukee Bucks and the New York Knicks and explains why he thinks it is best for Giannis to stay in Milwaukee. After the break, he discusses the awkward situation between ESPN and Paul Finebaum, the upcoming UFC event at the White House, the poor reviews for Taylor Swift's album, and much more!
01:00 - Jaguars Stun Chiefs
15:50 - Why Giannis Shouldn't Want to Be Traded to the Knicks
33:00 - ESPN's Paul Finebaum Problem
41:30 - Taylor
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Broncos beat Eagles, Deion Sanders & Bill Belichick struggle, Mark Sanchez Arrested | 10.06
Bomani Jones starts the show by breaking down a jam-packed week 5 of NFL action, including the shootout between Baker Mayfield & Sam Darnold and the Denver Broncos' shocking upset over the Philadelphia Eagles. Later, he discusses Penn State's stunning loss to UCLA and the embarrassing losses suffered this week by Bill Belichick & Deion Sanders. After the break, Bomani reacts to Diddy's sentencing, Mark Sanchez's arrest, Dave Chapelle's controversial comments & much, much more!
00:30 - NFL Week 5 Recap
17:00 - James Franklin & Bill Belichick's shocking losses
33:40 - Diddy Charged, Mark Sanchez Arrested
50:00 - Dave Chapelle's shocking comments
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Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for another edition of Foxworth Friday. They start the show by discussing the strangely successful Eagles season so far and whether Jalen Hurts can keep AJ Brown happy. Later, they break down Napheesa Collier's harsh criticism of the WNBA commissioner and why they believe the WNBA is heading for a work stoppage. Finally, they react to Shedeur Sanders' silence when being asked about Dillion Gabriel being named the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns.
00:00 - Introduction
06:10 - Eagles' ups and downs
17:00 - Liam Coen vs. Robert Saleh
27:50 - WNBA Labor strife incoming
41:00 - Could Caitlin Clark start her own league?
49:00 - Shedeur Sanders: Mimetime
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Bomani Jones weighs in on sports, pop culture, social topics and more, with your comments on Mondays, friends of the show on Wednesdays and Domonique Foxworth on Fridays.