Welcome to ”Talk That Talk,” the podcast where we dive deep into the conversations that matter! Join us every week as we explore a wide range of topics from sports, pop culture and current events, to personal development and thought-provoking discussions. Whether it’s the latest trends, hidden gems, or the stories behind the headlines, we’ve got it covered. Your host Tor’i Bionic Brooks] brings a blend of insightful commentary, expert interviews, and a dash of humor to every episode. With a passion for storytelling and a knack for getting to the heart of the matter, Bionic ensures that each episode is engaging, informative, and entertaining.
Talk That Talk features: In-depth Interviews with fascinating guests from various fields. Pop Culture Breakdowns of the hottest trends and viral moments. Sports Analysis , from game highlights to player profiles and industry insights. Personal Development Tips to help you grow and thrive. Thought-Provoking Discussions on societal issues and current events. For the sports enthusiasts, our basketball segments are a slam dunk, featuring game recaps, in-depth player analyses, and behind-the-scenes stories that keep you in the loop on and off the court. Join the conversation and become part of our community of curious minds and avid listeners.
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D1 athlete Ashley Polacek joins the #TalkThatTalk set for an insightful sit down. She talks her experience as a D1 athlete, her shift to content creation, the 1v1 space, perfectionism vs mental health, growing up in Canada, navigating the Los Angeles waters, and so much more. Enjoy!
26 Sept 2026
Catching Up w/ Bionic Brooks & Kavin Alexander (S2, E11)
We're back with episode 11 of season 2 and this time, the guys sit down solo and catch up on a variety of things. Bionic and Kavin talk about the new 2K game, which they've both been playing nonstop, Kavin making the move to LA and how that's impacted both his career and life, staying motivated in this space, persistence and much more. Enjoy!
24 Sept 2026
From Pro Boxing to CREED to Comedy: The Malik Bazille Story (S2, E10)
Popular comedian Malik Bazille joins the Talk That Talk crew for episode 10 of season 2. Malik speaks on his comedy career, how he got started, some of his most memorable moments, the art of stand up comedy, life in Los Angeles, his experience as a boxer and how that shaped him, Hollywood experiences, and much more. Enjoy!
27 Jul 2026
Hoop Dreams (feat. Jorddan Myrick) (S2, E9)
For episode 9 of season 2, Jorddan Myrick joins Bionic Brooks and T3 for an engaging interview about everything hoops. From his personal journey as a player, to his success as a trainer, and everything in between. Jorddan speaks on overcoming obstacles, setting up life after hoops, as well as some off the court banter. Enjoy!
1 Jun 2026
The Creatives (S2, E8)
The latest episode of #TalkThatTalk features recurring guest Dom McElwee-Gross who's hear to talk all about turning your creativity into a career. Dom speaks on how he got started in the entertainment industry, how to be successful, what to prioritize, when you know it's "real", advice for up-and-coming creatives and much more. Enjoy!
18 May 2026
When Anime and Music Collide (S2, E7)
For the latest episode of #TalkThatTalk, Bionic Brooks is joined by his co-host Ty McKinney to talk anime, music and everything in between. Ty gets into his top 5 favorite anime, the "One Piece" series and much more. They also discuss hip-hop, specifically J. Cole's new album #TheFallOff. Bionic and Ty also dive into how the music/content you consume defines your real-life character. Enjoy!
29 Apr 2026
Inked: The Stories Behind the Art (S2, E6)
For episode 6 of season 2 of #TalkThatTalk, Bionic takes it to Zodiac Lines tattoo shop in Grand Rapids! Linking up with Rob Warne, Ty McKinney, Dom Mcelwee-Gross and Mitchell Prahl, the crew talks everything tattoos and the art and meaning behind them. Rob, who was actively getting a tattoo during the episode, spoke on his new art and what it represents, as well as what his previous tattoos represent for him. Ty then joined in to give his unique perspective on the art-form and why he chose to get the tattoos he got. Dom and Mitch do the same in this thought-provoking episode. Enjoy!
14 Apr 2026
The Art of Coaching (S2, E5)
Episode 5 of season 2 has arrived! Joining Bionic Brooks is #TalkThatTalk mainstay Ty McKinney, who had a lot of gems for today's listeners. Being a full time coach, Ty breaks down everything that goes into it from the long hours, the constant grind, the guidance of the next generation both on and off the court, teaching kids how to roll with the punches, "coachability", and so much more. Enjoy the full episode above!
7 Apr 2026
Secret Music Platform (S2, E4)
Back with season 2, episode 4 of Talk That Talk with Bionic Brooks! In this episode, Bionic sits down with Mitchell Prahl from AudioWundr to dive deep into the music business. Mitch breaks down what AudioWundr is and why it's a platform all artists, managers, labels, etc. should be looking into. Mitchell also gives us a ton of insight into running and operating a business, the issues that come with that, the trials and tribulations he personally faced, and much more. Enjoy!
31 Mar 2026
Built For March (S2, E3)
It's MARCH! For episode 3, Bionic Brooks is joined by guest hosts Dom, Ty and Natalia as they break down everything #MarchMadness. Using their own basketball expertise, they discuss all the things they look for from teams/players, which team they like to take it all, what it truly takes to win the whole thing, how maturity and being coachable plays such a big role, and so much more. Enjoy episode 3!
23 Mar 2026
The Mentality Episode - Talk That Talk w/ Bionic Brooks (S2, E2)
The 2nd episode of Season 2 of #TalkThatTalk is here! On this episode, Bionic and co-host Kavin discuss "mentality" and how that plays a major role into their every day life and every day actions. Bionic and Kavin take us on a trip down memory lane as we learn more about their early life decisions/focuses and how that gave them the mindset to achieve the things they have as adults. From having a strong mindset and allowing that to dictate their daily decision-making process, this episode provides insight on valuable ways to stay ahead mentally and how shaping those skills early on is key.
7 Jan 2026
Michigan: The Sound, The Flavor, The Vibe (A Homegrown Episode)
Season 2 is here! For episode 1, we’re taking it home — straight to Michigan. This episode is all about the sound, the flavor, and the energy that makes the mitten different from anywhere else in the country. Hosted by Bionic, this episode breaks down the culture that shaped him: the music that raised us, the food that grounded us, and the vibe you can’t explain unless you lived it.
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