NBA Draft Recap, USA Soccer's Tough Future: JGST 6/27

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri starts with a recorded interview with sports podiatrist and radio host Dr. Robert Weil in The Sports Doctor is In segment. Dr. Weil comments on the United States' men soccer team's game against Portugal on Sunday in the Amazon heat, and the potential dangers of those conditions.

Then, Amiri recaps the 2014 NBA Draft, giving his analysis on several of the big draft picks from the first round. Amiri explains his top selections in the draft, including players that he thinks was overrated and underrated on Thursday evening.

Finally, Amiri wraps the show up with his explanation as to why Team USA's World Cup journey will only get tougher from here on out.

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Sports Doctor is In -- Heat Concerns for Team USA, 6/26

It's the latest edition of The Sports Doctor is In segment with sports podiatrist and radio host Dr. Robert Weil!

On today's episode, Dr. Weil discusses Team USA (soccer) playing in the Amazon on Sunday at the World Cup, the athleticism in youth and professional tennis, and answers a question from Twitter.

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NBA Draft Special -- Street Team Chat 6/25

Amiri Tulloch is joined by members of the Street Team to talk about the 2014 NBA Draft! They will discuss the top picks of the draft, Joel Embiid's injury, the draft's sleepers and overrated players, and the teams that should draft them!

We will be joined by Daniel Obed (STC Media), Yama Hazheer (STC Media), Andrew Doxy (STC Media), Thomas Khristenko (STC Media), Anthony Cardamone (STC Media), and Jamal Murphy (GothamHoops.com).

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Sports Doctor is In -- Youth Injuries, 6/20

THE SPORTS DOCTOR IS IN! Sports podiatrist and radio show host Dr. Robert Weil joined JG Sports Talk for another conversation about sports medicine and health.

This week, Dr. Weil comments on injuries in youth sports. Dr. Weil explains how overuse is an important cause of a lot of youth injuries, but he also mentions several other reasons for the high volume of sports-related incidents.


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Every week, Dr. Weil joins Amiri Tulloch on JG Sports Talk to discuss the latest in sports medicine and sports health. Listen to Dr. Weil's radio show, "The Sports Doctor," every Wednesday from 3-4 PM CST at www.healthylife.net.

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Sports Podiatrist Dr. Robert Weil, Redskins Name Needs to Change: JGST 6/20

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with host Amiri Tulloch!

To start today's show, Amiri is joined by sports podiatrist and radio host Dr. Robert Weil. Dr. Weil's show, The Sports Doctor, airs Wednesdays from 3-4 pm CST at http://healthylife.net/. Dr. Weil comments on the growing number of injuries in youth sports, and highlights some of the reasons behind the epidemic.

Then, Amiri tackles the ongoing controversy that is the Washington Redskins name, explaining why he thinks owner Dan Snyder should change the team name.

Amiri looks at the history behind the name, including the franchise's first owner's racist past, the historic definition behind the term 'redskin,' and why tradition should be discounted in a decision to change the team name.

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Interview with Miami Heat AP Reporter Tim Reynolds: JGST 6/17

Tim Reynolds, who covers the Miami Heat for the Associated Press, joined Amiri Tulloch to recap the NBA Finals and the Heat's series!

Tim explains why the Heat couldn't close it out against San Antonio, who the predominant culprits were, and what the future holds for Miami in the offseason and next season.

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Interview with NHL Play-by-Play Announcer Kenny Albert: JGST 6/17

Kenny Albert, radio play-by-play announcer for the New York Rangers and NHL TV announcer for NBC Sports, joined Amiri Tulloch on JG Sports Talk!

Kenny discusses what went wrong in the NHL Finals for the Blueshirts, what they need to do in free agency, whether 2013-14 was a success, and how the NHL League Office should view the Stanley Cup Final series.

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Biggest Reason for Miami's Struggles, Stanley Cup Game 5 Preview: JGST 6/13

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri starts with a preview of Game 5 of the NHL Finals, including why Gary Bettman should hope the Rangers-Kings series goes 6 or 7 games. Plus, Amiri discusses the biggest factor for the Rangers in their attempt to win Game 5.

Next, he looks at the NBA Finals between the Heat and Spurs, including his explanation as to why the Spurs have been able to blow out the Heat in back-to-back games. Amiri also analyzes the role players for the Miami Heat, and the impact those players have had on this series for Miami.

Then, Noah Miller, president at TheSportsCrave.com, chimes in with his thoughts -- as a Heat fan -- on what has transpired in the Finals. Noah answers who he'd give the Finals MVP to, and breaks down a few of the concerns with the Heat's current roster.

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Derek Fisher, NHL and NBA Finals: JGST Live 6/10

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri starts with the New York Knicks' decision to hire Derek Fisher as the team's newest head coach. Amiri explains why the Fisher signing is a nice move by the Knicks, but not great.

Then, Steven Liberman of TheSportsCrave.com joins the program. Steve analyzes the NHL Stanley Cup Final between the New York Rangers and Los Angeles Kings. What has gone wrong for the Blueshirts this series? Steve offers his two cents.

Next, Amiri offers the two primary ways for the San Antonio Spurs to defend LeBron James in the NBA Finals series. Plus, Amiri also illustrates why the Spurs will bounce back to win Game 3.

Finally, Tom Law of ThisIsHorseRacing.com and "The Saratoga Special" (a daily horse racing newspaper) joins on the show. Tom gives his reasoning behind why there has been such a profound Triple Crown drought and what the sport needs to do to make horse racing a year-round attention-grabber.

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Sports Podiatrist, Kaepernick Extension, Belmont Stakes Pros and Cons: JGST Live 6/6

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri opens things by featuring an interview with sports podiatrist, and radio host Robert Weil. Dr. Weil's show, Sports Doctor Radio, airs Wednesdays from 3-4 pm CST at http://healthylife.net/. Dr. Weil discuss the ramifications of LeBron James' cramping, what cramping actually means and what the effects really are, whether the Heat superstar made the right decision by not playing, and more.

Next, Amiri goes to horse racing and the Belmont Stakes, including a discussion on the positives and negatives of a triple crown opportunity for California Chrome.

Then, Shawn Stewart of The Shawn Stewart Show joins the program to give his thoughts on the first game of the Miami-San Antonio series, giving us his take on the one thing Miami needs to improve on to win Game 2.

Next, Amiri plays several audio clips after Game 1 of the Heat-Spurs series, and gives his thoughts on why San Antonio's performance is going undervalued. Plus, he tackles the A/C question concerning the Spurs' arena.

Finally, Amiri rounds up the show discussing Colin Kaepernick's contract extension and why he's a little cautious about the money Kaepernick is getting. Plus, what does this deal mean for the other mobile NFL quarterbacks? Amiri explains.

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Interview with Dan Rosen, Senior Writer at NHL.com: JGST 6/6

On today's show, JG Sports Talk host Amiri Tulloch is joined by Dan Rosen, a senior writer for NHL.com.

Dan comments on everything concerning the Stanley Cup Final between the Kings and Rangers, including his takeaways from Game 1. Dan also gives us adjustments needed for both teams in Game 2, the biggest reason for Rick Nash's struggles, and whether Game 2 is a proverbial Game 7 for the Blueshirts.

Plus, Dan informs us on the Penguins' new general manager and what it means for the team.

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Interview Alan Amron, Inventor of the First Down Laser Line: JGST 5/6

Alan Amron, the inventor of the First Down Laser Line, joins Amiri Tulloch.

Alan shares a new update on his system, explaining how it will debut in the 2014 NCAA Track & Field Championships and discusses the NFL's interest in his product.

The green laser made by Amron serves as "a visible first down line on the field, for everyone in the stadium, all the players, all the TV cameras, and all the officials to see."

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Why Scott Brooks Needs to Go: JGST 6/3

On today's show, Amiri explains why Scott Brooks isn't the right guy to bring a championship to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Plus, Amiri dissects the one weakness of Brooks, and why it should cost the coach his job.

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Biggest Key for Pacers, Kings are Cup Favorites: JGST Live 5/28

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri starts with the Miami Heat-Indiana Pacers series, explaining why Roy Hibbert will be the biggest factor for Indiana success in their attempt to stay competitive against the defending champions.

Next, Amiri goes through the NHL Conference Final series, including his reasoning behind saying that Montreal shouldn't be counted out of their series against the New York Rangers. Plus, should the LA Kings be considered Stanley Cup favorites? Amiri thinks so.

Then, heading back to basketball, Amiri reviews the Spurs' Game 4 defeat, including what the team needs to do to bounce back for the remainder of the season.

Then, on the JG Sports Talk Newswire segment, Amiri goes through Sean Lee's ACL injury, Paul George's quotes about officiating in Game 4 against the Heat, and Johnny Manziel's Las Vegas trip.

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Street Team Chat hosted by Amiri Tulloch: 5/23

Take a listen to the latest edition of "Street Team Chat," an NBA-related show hosted by Amiri Tulloch!

Listen as Amiri and the StreetTeamCentral.com panel discuss the Heat vs. Pacers and Thunder vs. Spurs series, dissect the meaning behind Mark Cuban's (below) comments on prejudice, and continue the debate concerning potential landing spots for prized-power forward Kevin Love.

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Good and Bad of NBA Coaches, Hypocritical Roger Goodell: JGST 5/21

Tune in to the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri definitely breaks down why Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Scott Brooks has had a postseason worthy of a job loss.

Next up is former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Ryan Clark calling Roger Goodell a hypocrite, and Amiri offers his thoughts on Clark's statement.

Then, it's on to the the NHL playoffs. Amiri reveals what's keeping the Chicago Blackhawks from being a dynasty, and gives the New York Rangers biggest concern in their series against the Montreal Canadiens.

Amiri also explains his stance on Michael Jordan saying that Kobe Bryant would not be where the Laker star is without watching and using MJ's moves. Amiri also refutes the notion that the NBA Draft Lottery is rigged.

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Interview with Dr. Steven Novicky, Founder of Shockstrip: JGST 5/21

Dr. Steven Novicky joins JG Sports Talk host Amiri Tulloch! Dr. Novicky is the man behind Shockstrip, a protective padding for helmets that intends to reduce the impact of head-to-head collisions in football and other sports.

Dr. Novicky answers how Shockstrip helps athletes all around the country, gives a scientific breakdown of what Shockstrip does, analyzes how a new patent will help Shockstrip moving forward, and discusses outside interest in his product. Plus, "Doc" explains why it's important for the youth to begin focusing on safety.

For more information on Shockstrip and where to purchase, visit Shockstrip.com. Also, be sure to follow Dr. Novicky on Twitter, @Shockstrip.

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Pathetic NBA Double Standard, NBA and NHL Conference Finals Previews: JGST Live 5/16

Tune in to the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri starts with the double standard concerning Chris Paul and Carmelo Anthony in the NBA, something that has him agitated -- especially the way it all ended for "CP3."

Next up, Amiri talks hockey with NHL writer Steven Liberman. Steve analyzes the Penguins decision to fire their General Manager, and his expectations for the Western and Eastern Conference Finals.

Then, Amiri goes through the NBA Conference Finals, making his way around the X-Factors in the Spurs-Thunder series and what is needed for Indiana to finally break through and beat Miami.

Finally, Amiri comments on the embarrassing hypocrisy of the NFL.

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Interview with Todd McMillion, NFL Veteran and Cancer Survivor: JGST 5/14

Todd McMillon, five-year NFL veteran, three-year CFL veteran, and cancer survivor, joins JG Sports Talk host Amiri Tulloch!

The former cornerback discusses his experiences as an undrafted free agent, comments on the differences between the CFL and NFL, the evolution of game film in the NFL, more athletic defensive backs in the NFL, and much more.

Plus, Todd shares information on what he's doing to help find a cure for prostate cancer, being a survivor himself. 

Support Todd's cause at anythingformyprostate.com, and follow Todd on Twitter, @McMillionTodd.

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NBA Playoffs, Stan Van Gundy Hired in Detroit: JGST Live 5/14

It's the latest edition of JG Sports Talk with your host Amiri Tulloch!

On today's show, Amiri kicks things off with his opinions on the current landscape of the NBA playoffs, including his thoughts on the Oklahoma City Thunder-Los Angeles Clippers Game 5 from last night. (Segment: 1:43-16:37)

Next, Anthony Cardamone joins the show to break down and discuss the Detroit Pistons' decision to hire Stan Van Gundy as coach and President of Basketball Operations. Anthony, a NBA writer for "Vavel USA," "Street Team Central," and "Sixth Man Journal." Follow Anthony on Twitter, @ACardamoneNBA. (Interview: 16:39-24:40)

Plus, in a breaking news moment, Amiri offers his immediate opinions on Steve Kerr's hiring by the Golden State Warriors. (Segment: 24:41-29:30) 

Then, Todd McMillon -- five-year NFL veteran, three-year CFL veteran, and cancer survivor -- joins JG Sports Talk to discuss all things NFL and what he's doing to help find a cure for prostate cancer. Follow Todd on Twitter, @McMillionTodd, and support his cause at anythingformyprostate.com. (Interview from 30:30-51:45)

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