The „Something Basketball“ podcast is for all the international listeners out there who are interested in what‘s going on basketball-wise in Europe and/or Germany.
The concept is to conduct a series of interviews with players, coaches, executives, etc. that are willing to share their thoughts on what it‘s like as a pro far away from home. Rookies, give me an idea of what you know about the german league, who you reached out to beforehand, what you might be afraid of prior to year one. Vets, spread your wisdom on the overseas culture, the level of the league and what helped you have a lasting career.
#20 | Thomas Pletzinger: "Vielleicht bin ich ein anderer Vater, wenn ich diese Serie gesehen habe."
So könnte auch ein schlechter Witz beginnen: Treffen sich zwei Kerle am See, um einen Spaziergang zu machen. Der eine hat Rücken, der andere eine laufende Nase, beide sind in Plauderlaune. Und so drehen wir ganz gemütlich eine Runde um den Hengsteysee, wo wir zwischendurch ein, zwei Mal anhalten müssen, um uns mit anderen Passanten zu unterhalten. Der nach Berlin ausgewanderte Pletzinger ist in seiner Heimat Hagen immer willkommen, bekannt wie ein bunter Hund, und außerdem mit ehrlicher Neugierde gesegnet an seinen Mitmenschen interessiert.
Was eine gute Grundvoraussetzung ist, wenn du eine Dokumentation drehen willst. Und so sprechen wir während eben jenem Spaziergang kurz vor dem Jahreswechsel, eine Hand am Audiorekorder, eine in der wärmenden Jackentasche, genau darüber: Über The Wagner Bros. … und wie sehr sich Zufälle planen lassen … wie sehr sich als Beobachter historische Momente wie der Gewinn einer Weltmeisterschaft überhaupt genießen lassen. Aber auch über Themen, die nichts mit Basketball zu tun haben. Die so viel größer sind: Familie und die Bedeutung von Heimat.
______________
The Wagner Bros. in der ZDF Mediathek:
https://www.zdf.de/sport/the-wagner-brothers
14 Feb 2024
#19 | Bailey Mackenzie: „Remaining independent keeps me busy“
Bailey Mackenzie, who‘s husband Brock signed his first pro contract with german 2nd division team Hagen during the summer of 2023 after strong showings in college for Point Loma and Idaho State, is a strong woman. She was super open to the idea of reflecting on the process of making the decision to go overseas as a couple, staying independent as a remote worker, and eventually having kids down the road.
8 Apr 2020
#18 | Cameron Wells: "We had to get up at 5am ... every day"
Cameron Wells ('88, G) has come a long way. After attending The Citadel he turned pro in 2011, suffered a major knee injury early in his career, and developed into a legit MVP candidate in Germany. Sharing his views and opening speaking about how to find your niche overseas, we ultimately end up discussing travel destinations.
Follow "Something Basketball" on Instagram
>> www.instagram.com/SomethingBasketball
Podcast Authority Score: 12 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
12
Social presence
0
YouTube
0
Engagement
30
Contact Something Basketball
Guest appearances
Does not typically book guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of Something Basketball?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
