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The Right Time with Bomani Jones
30 episodes
Lakers Bizarre Sale, Kyler Named Vikings Starter, Josh Allen expectations | 8.13
Aug 14, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Diante Lee of The Ringer to break down the highly anticipated and wide-open NFL season. They examine a massive list of potential contenders, analyzing which teams have legitimate Super Bowl expectations and which ones need everything to break exactly right. Bo and Diante dive deep into the fascinating quarterback situations across the league, evaluating the elite, the overachievers, and the hard production ceilings of starting signal-callers. They also d…
Why AI & Their CEOS CAN NOT be trusted | 8.11
Aug 11, 2026 · 59 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Ted Tremper, a producer, to break down the complexities, fears, and economic realities surrounding artificial intelligence. They discuss Tremper's two-and-a-half-year journey researching and interviewing over 40 AI experts and tech leaders, sharing behind-the-scenes insights from his discussions with frontier lab CEOs like OpenAI's Sam Altman, Anthropic's Dario Amodei, and Google DeepMind's Demis Hassabis. Bo and Ted examine the shifting public perception of AI, the thr…
Why the New Bill WON’T fix College football + Lincoln Riley + Kalen DeBoer’s hot seat | 8.6
Aug 6, 2026 · 47 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated to break down college football's broken rules, shifting power structure, and political future. They discuss Lincoln Riley's pressure-filled season at USC, why the Big Ten and SEC continue to pull away, and how the Protect College Sports Act could reshape revenue sharing, transfers, and roster movement. Bo and Pat also examine the proposed player spending caps, the lack of athlete representation, the NCAA's confusing enforcement system, No…
Elle Duncan on Caitlin Clark's Sophie Cunningham problem, Olivia Miles' Ceiling | 8.4
Aug 4, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Elle Duncan for a new episode of The Right Time to discuss the current state of sports media, the WNBA, and why online discourse so often overshadows the games themselves. They start by talking about Elle's move to Netflix Sports, the challenges of producing daily sports television, and why the slowest parts of the sports calendar always seem to revolve around the same headlines. Later, Bo and Elle celebrate the emergence of young WNBA stars like Olivia Miles, explain w…
Danny Parkins on Caleb Williams’ MVP ceiling, Josh Allen vs. Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow’s Future | 7.30
Jul 30, 2026 · 1 hr
Bomani Jones is joined by Danny Parkins for a new episode of The Right Time to discuss why every NFL quarterback seems to be on the clock heading into the season. They start with Caleb Williams and the expectations surrounding his second year in Chicago, including whether Ben Johnson can help him make an MVP-level leap. Later, Bo and Danny debate whether Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson are facing the same level of postseason pressure, and which quarterback is more likely to age better. They also di…
Jason Goff on Kyle Shanahan Mystery + Aaron Donald’s Potential Return | 7.28
Jul 28, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Jason Goff for a new episode of The Right Time to break down the mysterious circumstances surrounding 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan's serious car accident and why it took nearly two weeks for the news to become public. They discuss what it says about media access, reporting, and why they think there's more to the story. Later, Bo and Jason react to LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, discussing his fit alongside Joel Embiid and the expectations for the Sixers'…
Steph Curry's Uncertain future with Warriors + Ryan Clark’s ESPN fallout | 7.27
Jul 27, 2026 · 51 min
Bomani Jones is back with a loaded episode of The Right Time, starting with the biggest NBA news of the week: LeBron James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers. From there, Bo examines the Golden State Warriors' roster dynamics, reacting to owner Joe Lacob’s public comments about preparing for the post-Steph Curry era. He breaks down whether it is truly worth it for aging superstars with multiple titles to leave their long-time franchises in search of final rings.1234He also tackles the bigg…
Joel Anderson on Why Muhammad Ali lighting the Olympic Torch Still Defines Atlanta 1996 | 7.23
Jul 23, 2026 · 59 min
Bomani Jones is joined by journalist Joel Anderson for a Time Machine Thursday edition of The Right Time, looking back at the cultural impact and unforgettable moments of the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. Bo and Joel examine how the games put a growing Atlanta on the global map and navigate the city's complex history as a cultural hub in the 1990s. They count down the most defining figures and legendary stories from the games, starting with Muhammad Ali's deeply symbolic lighting of the Olymp…
Vinnie Goowill on Why the 1996 USA Team was WAY better than you remember | 07.21
Jul 21, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Vinnie Goodwill from ESPN for a Time Machine Tuesday edition of The Right Time, diving deep into the history and legacy of the 1996 USA Men's Olympic Basketball Team (often called Dream Team 3). Bo and Vinnie compare the squad to the iconic 1992 Dream Team and the 1994 World Championship team, breaking down the incredible roster that featured young superstars like Penny Hardaway and Grant Hill alongside dominant big men Hakeem Olajuwon, Shaquille O'Neal, and David Robin…
Messi Stops Time, Is $100M Not Enough? | Bomani Jones & Domonique Foxworth
Jul 16, 2026 · 1 hr
Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for a loaded episode of The Right Time, starting with Lionel Messi and why it feels like the whole game stops when he touches the ball. Bo and Domonique break down Argentina’s late-game magic, why England’s approach fell apart, and how Messi’s gravity bends a match even when he is not dominating every possession. Later, they dive into the athlete-money discourse and explain what players are really trying to say when they claim $100 million does not go…
How the Celtics FAILED Brown & Tatum, Caitlin Clark Discourse Gets More Insane | Bomani Jones
Jul 14, 2026 · 55 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Howard Bryant for a loaded episode of The Right Time, starting with why the Boston Celtics failed the Jaylen Brown-Jayson Tatum era. Bo and Howard break down how Boston treated Brown like the expendable star, why the organization clearly picked Tatum as the face of the franchise, and what Tatum now has to prove coming off an Achilles injury. They also get into Brown’s move to Philadelphia, whether the basketball fit makes any sense next to Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey,…
Bam Adebayo Punches Tyler Herro, Wemby's "Max" contract, Conor McGregor's next move | 07.13
Jul 13, 2026 · 51 min
Bomani Jones is back from NBA Summer League in Las Vegas with a loaded episode of The Right Time, starting with the wildest story of the weekend: the Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro fight. From there, Bo gets into Victor Wembanyama’s five-year, $252 million extension with the San Antonio Spurs and explains why taking less than the full max could be great for the team but dangerous as a precedent for NBA stars. He also talks Summer League standouts, the AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson matchup, the ongoin…
Vernon Maxwell GOES OFF on Celtics trading Jaylen Brown, Spurs Collapse vs. Knicks | 07.09
Jul 9, 2026 · 52 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Vernon “Mad Max” Maxwell for a long, funny, and extremely candid NBA conversation on this episode of The Right Time. Maxwell returns to the show to talk about his second act in sports media, how he still trains like a player, and why he believes some of the biggest storylines in the league are being misunderstood. Bomani and Max dive deep into the Jalen Brown conversation, including why Maxwell remains so high on Brown as a player, why he thinks the criticism has gone t…
Danny Parkins on USMNT disaster vs. Belgium, Donovan Mitchell's huge contract, LeBron's next move | 07.07
Jul 7, 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones is joined by Danny Parkins for a conversation that goes from the World Cup to the NBA free agency. Bo and Danny start with Team USA’s loss to Belgium and what it says about the current state of American soccer. They break down the Balogun red-card drama, whether the U.S. benefited from a favorable draw, why this might still be the most talented team the country has ever put on the field, and whether the American youth soccer system is actually buil…
Why Jaylen Brown ACTUALLY got traded, LeBron James next move, Balogun returns for US | 07.06
Jul 6, 2026 · 55 min
Bomani Jones breaks down the Jaylen Brown trade, why the Boston Celtics decided to move on, and what the deal says about the NBA’s new era of team-building, player value, and trade season. On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani explains why Jaylen Brown remains a highly productive scorer while also unpacking the bigger debate around advanced stats, roster construction, and the never-ending “athletes vs. math elites” conversation.Bomani also looks at what happens next for LeBron James, why his…
Corey Erdman on The Night Hulk Hogan Shocked the World and Joined the NWO | 07.02
Jul 2, 2026 · 56 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Corey Ertman to break down Hulk Hogan’s legendary heel turn at Bash at the Beach 1996, when Hogan shocked fans, joined the NWO, and changed the future of WCW, WWE, and pro wrestling forever. In this episode of The Right Time, Bomani and Corey revisit Hulkamania, Hollywood Hogan, the rise of the New World Order, and why Hogan’s jump to WCW initially felt like a legacy act before the NWO made him feel brand new again. They also discuss why the turn hit so hard, how it hel…
Logan Murdock on Why Kevin Durant Chose the Warriors 10 years ago | 06.30
Jun 30, 2026 · 56 min
On this episode of The Right Time with Bomani Jones, Bomani is joined by Logan Murdock to revisit Kevin Durant joining the Golden State Warriors and why KD left the Oklahoma City Thunder for Golden State in 2016. Ten years later, they break down why Kevin Durant chose the Warriors, how the Warriors built the perfect pitch, and why the move became one of the biggest turning points in modern NBA history. Bomani Jones and Logan Murdock discuss the 2016 NBA offseason, the salary cap spike that made…
Ethan Strauss on How LeBron BROKE Steph Curry & the 73-Win Warriors in 2016 | 06.25
Jun 25, 2026 · 58 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Ethan Strauss to look back at the 2016 NBA Finals and how LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and the Cleveland Cavaliers came back to beat Steph Curry and the 73-win Golden State Warriors. On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani and Ethan break down what made LeBron’s performance so overwhelming, why Game 7 still feels like one of the biggest legacy games in NBA history, and how the 2016 Finals changed the way people looked at Steph Curry, the Warriors dynasty and the Cavs’ c…
Howard Bryant on How the 1986 NBA Draft Changed the NBA Forever | 06.23
Jun 23, 2026 · 1 hr
Bomani Jones and Howard Bryant break down the 1986 NBA Draft and why it remains one of the most important turning points in NBA history. This Time Machine Tuesday episode covers Len Bias, Dennis Rodman, Brad Daugherty, Arvydas Sabonis, the Boston Celtics, the Los Angeles Lakers, and how the 1986 draft changed the league forever. If you’re looking for NBA history, Len Bias analysis, 1986 NBA Draft context, or a deep dive into the Bird vs. Magic era, this episode goes all the way there. Bomani and…
Joel Anderson on How The Brendan Sorsby Case EXPOSES College Football’s Biggest Problem | 06.18
Jun 18, 2026 · 57 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Joel Anderson for a wide-ranging conversation about the Brendan Sorsby gambling case, the NCAA’s response, and what it says about the future of college sports. Bomani and Joel break down why college football’s reaction to Sorsby felt so extreme, how the NCAA continues to struggle in court, and why the Protect College Sports Act could be a major problem for athletes. They also discuss whether Sorsby could end up in the NFL Supplemental Draft, how teams might evaluate him…
Domonique Foxworth on if Is Wemby NBA’s Next Villain? + Jalen Brunson’s New York Takeover | 06.17
Jun 17, 2026 · 57 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Dominique Foxworth for another episode of The Right Time, and they start with the massive NBA Finals ratings after the Knicks’ championship run. Bomani and Dominique discuss why New York’s title felt so big, how Jalen Brunson became a permanent New York legend, and why the biggest winner of the Knicks’ championship might actually be James Dolan. Then, Bomani and Dominique get into the backlash around Victor Wembanyama after the Finals. Was Wemby really a “villain,” or a…
Spencer Hall on Maradona’s Hand of God, Zidane’s Headbutt & the World Cup’s Wildest Moments | 06.16
Jun 16, 2026 · 54 min
Bomani Jones is joined by Spencer Hall for a Time Machine Tuesday edition of The Right Time to revisit some of the most chaotic, controversial, and unforgettable WTF moments in World Cup history. Bo and Spencer break down Diego Maradona’s infamous “Hand of God” goal against England in the 1986 World Cup, the geopolitical weight behind Argentina vs. England, and why Maradona followed one of soccer’s most blatant acts of cheating with one of the greatest goals the sport has ever seen. Then, they j…
Jalen Brunson, the Knicks, and the NBA Championship That Took Over New York | 06.14
Jun 14, 2026 · 55 min
The Knicks finally did it. Bomani Jones reacts to the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship, Jalen Brunson’s legendary 45-point closeout performance, and what this title means for New York City. Bo breaks down how Brunson cemented himself as the king of New York, why the Knicks’ depth, conditioning, and maturity ultimately separated them from the Spurs, and how Mike Brown coached a championship-level series. Bomani also reflects on the unique relationship between the Knicks and New York C…
De’Aaron Fox and the Spurs Blew an All-Time Lead | 06.11
Jun 11, 2026 · 44 min
Bomani Jones reacts to one of the wildest NBA playoff endings in recent memory as the New York Knicks storm back against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. After the Spurs dominated the first half and looked ready to take control of the series, everything fell apart late — from rushed shots and questionable coaching decisions to De’Aaron Fox’s brutal second-half execution. Bomani breaks down why this collapse reminded him of infamous football meltdowns like the Houston Oilers blowing a…
Tom Haberstroh on Victor Wembanyama becoming the Villain + Knicks biggest issue | 06.10
Jun 10, 2026 · 59 min
On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down why Victor Wembanyama has completely changed this series and why the New York Knicks suddenly look like they’re running out of answers. They dig into Wemby’s dominance on both ends, how San Antonio keeps getting him downhill and at the rim, and why Tom thinks the Spurs should actually feel like they could be up 3-0 right now. Bomani and Tom also get into what’s going wrong for the Knicks late in games, incl…
Victor Wembanyama Has the Knicks SHOOK + Brendan Sorsby’s NCAA Gambling Case | 06.09
Jun 9, 2026 · 49 min
Bomani Jones reacts to Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs flipping the NBA Finals with a physical Game 3 win over the Knicks, including why New York looked rattled, why Jalen Brunson got baited into ISO ball, and why Wemby set the tone in a hostile environment. Later, Bomani breaks down Brendan Sorsby’s NCAA gambling case, the temporary injunction that let him play this season, and why the bigger story is about zero-tolerance policies, addiction, and the NCAA’s athlete-first standard. Plus, Bomani…
Knicks come home for game 3, Victor Wembanyama Backlash, World Cup Fever heats up | 06.08
Jun 8, 2026 · 56 min
Bomani Jones breaks down why the New York Knicks suddenly look like a completely different team in the NBA Finals, why they feel inevitable with a 2-0 lead, and why this run is starting to feel a lot bigger than anyone expected. Bo also gives Karl-Anthony Towns his proper credit, arguing that KAT has been the best player on the floor, while pushing back on the easy Victor Wembanyama criticism by explaining how much of his rough night was really about the Knicks’ size, physicality, and defense. F…
Danny Parkins on Knicks beating Spurs in game 1 of NBA Finals, Russell Wilson's Hall of Fame case | 06.04
Jun 4, 2026 · 59 min
In this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones and Danny Parkins break down why Karl-Anthony Towns might be the real key to a New York Knicks title run. Bomani argues that KAT has been the Knicks' best player in the postseason and explains why New York looks its most dangerous when the offense runs through Towns instead of falling into heavy Jalen Brunson isolation ball. They also get into how Towns' aggressiveness has changed the way people see him, why his effort level has been the biggest di…
Jason Goff on Wemby’s arrival at the NBA Finals, Jay-Z vs. Drake, A.J. Brown & Patriots pressure | 06.03
Jun 3, 2026 · 55 min
Bomani Jones and Jason Goff break down the NBA Finals matchup between the Spurs and Knicks, with a deep dive into Victor Wembanyama, Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and the biggest storylines shaping this series. From Wemby’s rise on the biggest stage in basketball to the pressure on Brunson and KAT to deliver in the Finals, this episode covers what matters most heading into a massive championship matchup. They also get into whether Victor Wembanyama is on a path we haven’t seen since LeBron,…
Vinnie Goodwill on Why Dirk’s 2011 Title Run Changed Everything about his Legacy | 06.02
Jun 2, 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
Bomani Jones and Vinnie Goodwill go back to the two NBA Finals that defined Dirk Nowitzki’s career: 2006 and 2011. They break down how Dirk changed the league, why the “soft” label followed him for years, how the We Believe Warriors loss stuck to him, and why that 2011 championship run completely changed the way we talk about his legacy. If you remember Dwyane Wade living at the line, the fake cough, the Heatles pressure cooker, and Dallas finally getting its revenge, this is the full Dirk story…
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