The business within sports is rapidly changing especially within NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness), therefore Journalist, Rob Bruin and Financial Advisor, Nisiar Smith combine their expertise, along with their ecosystems to give us a closer look into the NIL world, as well as pop culture, sports, and current events.
This episode dives into the latest March Madness games, analyzing key moments, coaching strategies, player development, and predictions for the upcoming finals. The hosts share insights on college basketball dynamics, player growth, and the excitement surrounding this year's tournament.
00:00 Pop Culture and Sports Highlights
02:05 Analyzing the Duke Blue Devils' Performance
05:02 UConn's Rise and Player Development
06:30 The Impact of NIL and Two-Year College Rule
09:23 Team Dynamics vs. Individual Talent
12:02 Food Break and Casual Banter
13:47 UConn vs. Illinois: A Clash of Titans
15:40 Arizona's Depth vs. Michigan's Star Power
18:14 The Road to the Championship: UConn and Arizona
20:13 Women's Basketball: UConn's Dominance and Future Stars
23:24 UCLA's Rise and the Future of Women's Basketball
12 Mar 2026
The Real Two-Way Contract | Ep 15
Rob and Nas delve into various topics surrounding the NBA, including the dynamics of the Boston Celtics with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, the implications of health in competitive sports, and the evolving landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college athletics. They discuss the potential future of NBA salaries, the challenges of two-way contracts, and the legacy of LeBron James. The conversation also features a fun segment where they draft an all-time NBA team of players who never won a championship and discuss the legacy of Duke basketball.
16 Jun 2025
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly, Thunder win Game 4 in Indiana | Ep 14
The hosts analyze the Oklahoma City Thunder's gritty Game 4 win against the Indiana Pacers, examining Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's performance and the critical factors for Oklahoma City's potential Game 5 victory.
6 Jun 2025
What The Helly, What The Haliburton! Pacers win Game 1 of The NBA Finals
The hosts of "What's Bruin" analyze the Indiana Pacers' clutch victory in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, highlighting their ability to overcome deficits and discussing strategies for the OKC Thunder to stay competitive.
30 May 2025
Gotham City is Still Alive ! Knicks win game 5 Ep | 12
Ed, an Indiana Pacers fan, debates whether Tyrese Halliburton surpasses Paul George as a Pacer and analyzes Game 5 of the Pacers-Knicks series in this interview episode.
24 May 2025
Ant-Man its time to fight back | Ep 11
The hosts of "What's Bruin" analyze the Western and Eastern Conference Finals, discuss the possibility of shortening the NBA regular season due to injuries, and predict the outcome of Game 5 between the Thunder and Timberwolves.
24 Apr 2025
The Process | Ep 10
On this episode of What’s Bruin ,we dive into the latest in college hoops and NBA news! We break down Jalil Bethea’s decision to return to Alabama for his sophomore season and what it means for the Crimson Tide’s future. The Florida Gators are NCAA champions — and we talk legacy, impact, and what this win means for the program.We also get creative with some fun NBA superhero comparisons, plus the case for Dwight Howard and Carmelo Anthony as first-ballot Hall of Famers. And of course, there’s more hot takes, sports culture talk, and unfiltered conversation.If you love basketball, pop culture, and deep dives into the minds of athletes, this one’s for you.#thewhatsbruinshow #NCAAChampionship #JalilBethea #alabamabasketball #FloridaGators #NBATalk #NBASuperheroes #DwightHoward #CarmeloAnthony #BasketballCulture #CollegeBasketball #HallOfFame #SportsPodcast #NBA2025 #SportsTalk #SportsUpdates #PopCultureSports #NIL
Catch the full discussion on The What’s Bruin Show—streaming now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube! 🎧📺Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @TheWhatsBruinShowSubscribe to the channel @TheWhatsBruinNetwork Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-bruin/id1779040172Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJwktHdPuXh7OdqKEvirI
27 Mar 2025
WNBA CBA is approaching, NCAA transfer portal is opening, Should Anthony Edwards leave Minnesota| E9
WNBA’s New CBA, KD’s Next Move & NBA Playoff PushIn this episode of What’s Bruin, we break down the specifics of the new WNBA CBA, including the impact on retirement plans, long-term health benefits, and jersey sale accommodations. We also debate whether Anthony Edwards should stay in Minnesota if they add reinforcements, and if the Warriors have what it takes for a deep playoff run. Plus, is it harder to be a two-sport athlete in football and baseball? And where could Kevin Durant land next—Houston, San Antonio, or OKC?We unpack Rich Paul's take on how college players should navigate the NIL space and the importance of long-term thinking. Dan Hurley shares his thoughts on how the transfer portal has impacted his program, and we discuss how coaches should manage their relationships with players in this new era of college sports.All that and more on Episode 9!#TheWhatsBruinShow #WNBA #NBA #CBA #AnthonyEdwards #Warriors #KevinDurant #NBAPlayoffs #WNBAPlayers #SportsPodcast #BasketballTalk #NIL #CollegeBasketball #RichPaul #DanHurley #TransferPortal #CoachingCatch the full discussion on The What’s Bruin Show—streaming now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube! 🎧📺Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @TheWhatsBruinShowSubscribe to the channel @TheWhatsBruinNetwork Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-bruin/id1779040172Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJwktHdPuXh7OdqKEvirI
27 Mar 2025
JuJu Watkins continues to dominate, LeBron keeps racking up 40+ games, SGA preps for Contract| Ep 8
This week, we break down the biggest stories in basketball, from rising stars to legends still making history!🔥 JuJu Watkins is on track to be one of the greatest ever, LeBron James keeps dropping 40-point games, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander preps for a massive contract negotiation, and Victor Wembanyama's season ends due to deep vein thrombosis.Catch the full discussion on The What’s Bruin Show—streaming now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube! 🎧📺Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @TheWhatsBruinShowSubscribe to the channel @TheWhatsBruinNetwork Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-bruin/id1779040172Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJwktHdPuXh7OdqKEvirI#thewhatsbruinshow #nba #podcast #nfl #nbaplayer
27 Feb 2025
Super Bowl Reactions 🏈, A’ja Wilson’s Signature Shoe 👟, Wildest NBA Trades 🔥| Ep 7
Episode 7 🎙️ The What’s Bruin Show – New Episode Out Now!In this episode of What’s Bruin, we’re letting it all fly—breaking down the Super Bowl aftermath 🏈, Kendrick Lamar’s electric halftime performance 🎤🔥, A’ja Wilson’s highly anticipated signature sneakers 👟, and the most notable teammates Luka Dončić has played with 🏀. Plus, we dive into some of the wildest trades in NBA history 🔄. Tap in for all that and more! 🎙️🔥Catch it now on Apple, Spotify, all audio platforms, and YouTube! 🎧📺Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @TheWhatsBruinShowSubscribe to the channel @TheWhatsBruinNetwork Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-bruin/id1779040172Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJwktHdPuXh7OdqKEvirI
25 Feb 2025
Timing is Everything!
🎙️ The What’s Bruin Show – New Episode Out Now!In this episode, we dive into:🏀 The parallels between high school-to-NBA stars and the impact of NIL on college athletes🔥 Cade Cunningham finally living up to his No. 1 pick potential🤔 Could De’Aaron Fox be the key piece for the San Antonio Spurs?💙 Should Kevin Durant make a homecoming to OKC?☘️ Will Hannah Hidalgo leave a bigger mark on women’s college hoops than Caitlin Clark?#TheWhatsBruinShow #NIL #NBA #CadeCunningham #KevinDurant #DeAaronFox #HannahHidalgo #WomensHoops #sportstalk Catch it now on Apple, Spotify, all audio platforms, and YouTube! 🎧📺Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @TheWhatsBruinShowSubscribe to the channel @TheWhatsBruinNetwork Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-bruin/id1779040172Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJwktHdPuXh7OdqKEvirI
16 Dec 2024
Put On For Your City !
Kiyan Anthony and Denzel Washington share insights on commitment, talent, and support systems in a dynamic discussion that inspires young athletes to put their city first.
6 Dec 2024
Don't Cut The Check
LeBron James and his co-hosts analyze his billion-dollar brand, top teammates, and NBA storylines, offering expert insight into the league's biggest moments.
11 Nov 2024
Know When To Exit A Business Deal, NBA Season Is Underway, Caitlin Clark Is The Real MVP
The team unpacks Nas's trip to CNBC Boardroom in Santa Monica, California, why Cailtin Clark is WNBA MVP, is this season failure if JJ Reddick and the Lakers don't win a championship and more.
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Know When To Exit A Business Deal, NBA Season Is Underway, Caitlin Is The Real MVP | What's Bruin (youtube.com) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jioES39MDYo&t=153s)
11 Nov 2024
Cam Ward's bag is growing in NIL, Jalil Bethea and Cooper Flagg got next in the ACC
In this episode we unpack Miami Quarterback, Cam Ward's growth on the field which increases his NIL earnings, if Cooper Flagg will be the best White-American player since Larry Bird, Nas's huge rollout for Courtside Wealth Partners, Jalil Bethea & Ian Jackson impact on the ACC, favorite NBA throwback jerseys, and Derrick Rose finally retiring.
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Cam Ward's bag is growing in NIL, Jalil Bethea and Cooper Flagg got next in the ACC | What's Bruin (youtube.com) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_k1Hjrk-YI&t=62s)
11 Nov 2024
How to Add Value to Athletes
On this Episode of What's Bruin, Rob Bruin & Nisiar Smith break down the importance of adding value to an athlete while being a part of a brand, of LeBron James & Michael Jordan who would of been the bigger star in the NIL space, the Caitlin Clark Effect and more.....
Check out on YouTube:
How to Add Value to Athletes| NIL | What's Bruin Full Episode 1 (youtube.com) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzpAn5l8zww&t=39s)
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