Hear District

About Hear District

Bucks legend Marques Johnson teams up with his son and 1995 NCAA champion, Kris Johnson, to lead a weekly conversation with insight from the biggest names in basketball while answering burning questions from fans, all focused on the Milwaukee Bucks.

Publisher

Bucks+

Category

news · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Feb 2024

Latest episode

7 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

7 of 111 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   7 Apr 2026

   Marques Johnson Reacts to Hall of Fame Snub

   Bucks legend Marques Johnson reacts to another Hall of Fame snub, opening up about the process, the long wait for the call, and why he still believes his time is coming. From being a young Michael Jordan’s favorite player to breaking down the voting system and even taking steps to reshape how his story is told, Marques and Kris Johnson make the case for his legacy. They also celebrate Doc Rivers’ Hall of Fame selection, diving into his résumé, longevity, and why his impact goes beyond the narratives. Then it’s all Bucks: Ousmane Dieng’s breakout stretch, including a monster performance against elite competition, Ryan Rollins’ Most Improved push, and how his role fits alongside Giannis, and the emergence of Cormac Ryan and AJ Green as key pieces for the future. The guys also touch on player development paths and what really prepares young talent for the league, plus stories on Kevin Durant, Dick Motta, and more, before ESPN Radio’s Marc Kestecher joins to reflect on the 2021 NBA Finals and life behind the mic. Subscribe to the Hear District podcast to enjoy the biggest names in basketball sounding off on your favorite team. For more, follow @bucksplusaudio — the official podcast network of the Milwaukee Bucks — on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok & Facebook, and check out all Bucks+ podcast content at www.bucks.com/plus.

2. 

   31 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT

   The Real M.I.P. with Michael Grady

   Recording in-person from Downtown Milwaukee, Kris and Marques Johnson break down Ryan Rollins' incredible season, his 36-point game in Portland, why he should be Most Improved Player, and whether lottery picks should qualify for the award. The guys also discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s return from injury, the balance between competing and long-term health, the origin of the M.I.P. award, and Marques’ experience playing through injury. Plus, the Johnson family broadcast takeover vs. the Clippers, why Giannis is built different, and a hilarious Mitch Richmond story. Then, rising play-by-play voice Michael Grady joins to discuss his Indiana roots, broadcasting Mount Rushmore, finding his voice, signature calls, Amazon’s NBA coverage approach, the state of NBA media, Rollins’ MIP competition, and insights on the Bucks and Victor Wembanyama. Subscribe to the Hear District podcast to enjoy the biggest names in basketball sounding off on your favorite team. For more, follow @bucksplusaudio — the official podcast network of the Milwaukee Bucks — on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok & Facebook, and check out all Bucks+ podcast content at www.bucks.com/plus.

3. 

   24 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Committed to Winning with Thanasis Antetokounmpo

   Hear District is getting Thanasty! Milwaukee Bucks forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo joins Kris & Marques Johnson this week to discuss his roots, commitment to a winning mindset, Giannis and the Antetokounmpo family journey, Bucks culture, his upcoming Thanalysis Live Podcast on March 27th at the Riverside Theater, and his path from Greece to the NBA. Thanasis shares stories from growing up Black in Greece, overcoming poverty and passport challenges, and competing on the blacktop with Giannis, building the relentless edge that shaped his game. He also reflects on his NBA Draft journey, Knicks opportunity, and the grind it took to break through. He dives into embracing his role, blocking out outside noise, and leading through energy, accountability, and toughness within the Bucks locker room. From adversity and sacrifice to leadership and purpose, Thanasis gives a raw look at what it truly means to stay ready and win. Subscribe to the Hear District podcast to enjoy the biggest names in basketball sounding off on your favorite team. For more, follow @bucksplusaudio — the official podcast network of the Milwaukee Bucks — on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok & Facebook, and check out all Bucks+ podcast content at www.bucks.com/plus.

Inside a recent episode

The Real M.I.P. with Michael Grady

Published 31 Mar 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] I know TV. I know broadcasting. You know what I mean? And I'm passionate about this game. I have an understanding of this game. And I'm learning every single day, which excites me. I'm learning more about the TV side, even though I've been in it for a while. And I'm learning more about the hoop side. And so I really love being around people who take this craft seriously. who take connecting with the audience seriously. And we've got a group of folks over at Amazon that takes that seriously, who cares about that eight-year-old who loves the game, who's sitting in front of their television watching our broadcasts and watching us tell these stories of these amazing, amazing hoopers doing great things on the court. […]

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

33 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

20 ratings

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