Schedule
Thursday, March 2 | 7:30 PM ET | Philadelphia 76ers at Dallas Mavericks |
Thursday, March 2 | 10 PM ET | L.A. Clippers at Golden State Warriors |
Tuesday, March 7 | 7:30 PM ET | Philadelphia 76ers at Minnesota Timberwolves |
Tuesday, March 7 | 10 PM ET | Memphis Grizzlies at L.A. Lakers |
Thursday, March 9 | 7:30 PM ET | Golden State Warriors at Memphis Grizzlies |
Thursday, March 9 | 10 PM ET | New York Knicks at Sacramento Kings |
The Steam Room Hottest Moments

Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen stops by the Steam Room to talk about competing in The Match alongside Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, and Aaron Rodgers. Allen also dishes about his (gross) pregame routine, gambling with Chuck in Tahoe, and why Frank Sinatra is the secret to his success on the gridiron.
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Yay-yuh! Hall of Fame hurler Pedro Martinez drops by the Steam Room and delivers his best stuff on the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry, modern-day pitching, and throwing BP to a Montreal Expos draftee named Tom Brady. Chuck's Answering Machine goes global, Ernie gives a lesson in steak-cutting etiquette, and Charles foolishly tries to defend his position on swallowing gum.
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Chuck and Ernie are back in full swing. Emmy-Award nominated host Taylor Rooks steps inside the Steam Room to talk about her rise in the industry and block out the noise. The outstanding interviewer even has a few questions of her own for Charles & EJ. The Chuckster answers a burning question on Chuck’s Answering Machine…has he ever worn Spanx?
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Clark Kellogg brings his contagious excitement for March Madness into the Steam Room and gets our very own Auburn homer prepared for the D1 Men’s College Basketball Tournament. The CBS analyst shares his sleeper teams, talks player potential and even gives some Grandfatherly advice to the Chuckster. Charles and Ernie share their thoughts on Calvin Ridley’s suspension from the NFL and dive deep into your calls on Chuck's Answering Machine.
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NBA legend Dominique Wilkins gives his take on the 2022 NBA Slam Dunk and talks about what needs to change.
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7x Super Bowl Champ and Executive Producer of 'The Match,' Tom Brady joins EJ and Chuck in the Steam Room to everything from his time with the Patriots to his relationship with his dad.
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Peyton Manning joins EJ and Chuck in The Steam Room to talk the Manning Cast, losing to Chuck in a golf match, and more.
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It’s HOT in the Steam Room as Ernie and Charles tip off Season 3 with none other than Wayne Gretzky. The Great One talks everything from his new gig at the NHL on TNT desk, Alexander Ovechkin’s record chase and his short stint on the basketball court. Charles doesn’t hold back on his thoughts surrounding Ben Simmons & Kyrie Irving. Chuck’s Answering Machine makes its return with even more spontaneity and sincerity.
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It’s a LEGENDARY season finale in the Steam Room with Duke MBB coach Mike Krzyzewski. The Hall of Famer joins Charles and Ernie to look forward to his retirement and back at late-nights with the ’92 Dream Team. This episode is full of stories as Charles recounts the time he was afraid to see Coach K at practice, why Michael Jordan never slept and more. A surprise guest joins to discuss the 2021 Black Masters, and Steve Gleason blows EJ & Chuck away with an inspiring message on the answering machine.
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Spike Lee joins Ernie and Charles in the Steam Room to talk about the Knicks' first playoff appearance in ten years.
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Ernie and Charles welcome Adam Lefkoe into the Steam Room, where they chat about Russell Westbrook before Ernie gives Adam some advice before his upcoming wedding.
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Ernie and Charles welcome Jimmy Kimmel into the Steam Room, where they chat about the chemistry of the hosts on Inside the NBA and how that makes the show appeal to so many different audiences.
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Chuck and Allie LaForce welcome University of Arizona Women's Basketball Coach Adia Barnes into the Steam Room to congratulate her on her national championship and discuss the barriers women face coaching in college athletics and what changes need to be made.
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Chuck's daughter and and future son-in-law enter the Steam Room in a surprise guest appearence to chat about their upcoming wedding.
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Ernie and Charles welcome Baylor University Men's Basketball Coach Scott Drew into the Steam Room to congratulate him on his national championship, share some laughs and talk about the importance of making a positive impact on young people.
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The Big Podcast

On a special edition of The Big Podcast, the crew is joined by Liz Beecroft, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist. She dives deep into the important conversation surrounding the stigma of athletes taking care of their mental health. Spice also forces Liz, a life-long Sixers fan, to choose between spending the day with A.I. or Shaq.
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With the European leg of his summer tour under his belt, DJ Diesel is ready to hang with the crew. The Big Fella tells the story of how Jerry West got him to sign with the Lakers and provides some friendly advice to Russell Westbrook. Spice gives Shaq the floor to present a rebuttal to Steph Curry's claim that the 2017 Warriors would beat the 2001 Lakers. Nischelle cooks up a new game that has everyone fired up.
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As Spice enjoys a well-deserved vacation, Shaq’s best friend since 1992, Dennis Scott, drops by The Big Podcast. 3D wastes no time getting involved with The Big Fella’s next business endeavor…owning the Orlando Magic? The crew reacts to Chuck and KD’s Twitter beef, Kyrie’s latest situation in Brooklyn, and what’s next for Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Nischelle turns the tables with some dad jokes of her own.As Spice enjoys a well-deserved vacation, Shaq’s best friend since 1992, Dennis Scott, drops by The Big Podcast. 3D wastes no time getting involved with The Big Fella’s next business endeavor…owning the Orlando Magic? The crew reacts to Chuck and KD’s Twitter beef, Kyrie’s latest situation in Brooklyn, and what’s next for Tatum and the Boston Celtics. Nischelle turns the tables with some dad jokes of her own.
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Actor, filmmaker, and the Big Fella’s good friend Adam Sandler drops by The Big Podcast. The ‘Hustle’ star & producer shares memories of making movies with Shaq, argues why he might be a better free throw shooter, and reveals his basketball Mount Rushmore.
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Watch highlights from Inside the NBA with Shaq, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Ernie Johnson and more! Subscribe now to be updated on the latest video.
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Shaq and Jamal dive into LeBron & the Lakers' disappointing season on The Big Podcast.
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Shaq talks about his son Shareef's decision to enter the transfer portal on the latest episode of the Big Podcast.
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Shaq talks Lakers with Nischelle Turner and Spice Adams on the latest episode of The Big Podcast.
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"I was once a 6'9" sophomore, didn't start, couldn't play, couldn't dunk... he would not let me be down on myself."
After his emotional tribute at NBA75, Shaq discusses Sergeant Phillip Harrison's impact on his life and career.
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Hall-of-Famer Tracy McGrady stops by and fits right into the Big Podcast family. The 7x NBA All-Star talks missing out on the NBA Top 75 list, what it means to be a ‘great player’, his Bleacher Report x Triller VERZUZ battle against Allen Iverson & more. The crew debates Matthew Stafford’s career and gives some advice on a new edition of ‘Love Shaq University.’
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The Big Fella reveals what went down in the DMs after his harsh criticism of Ben Simmons on NBA on TNT. The gang is eager to discuss the Super Bowl matchup of fellow LSU alums OBJ and Joe Burrow, Russell Westbrook’s recent productivity and the true story behind Shaq’s appearance in the new Janet Jackson documentary.
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2x NBA All-Star and Los Angeles native Baron Davis joins The Big Podcast to talk the young NBA stars that get the ‘BD Blessing,’ his analysis on the current state of the Lakers & Clippers, and his current business and media ventures including ‘The Black Santa Company.’ Spice Adams brings some spicy ‘Yo Mama’ jokes to the table and the crew celebrates the 25th anniversary of Shaq’s debut with the Lakers.
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Shaq breaks in his new digs… a custom podcast studio complete with a throne fit for the Big Fella. The crew talks Lakers, Ben Simmons and Dwight Howard’s place in NBA History. Nischelle puts Spice & Shaq to the test with a hilarious spelling bee.
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It’s a BIG week on the Big Pod as Shaq, Nischelle & Spice meet up in Los Angeles for tip-off of the 2021-22 NBA season. The Big Fella makes some SPICY predictions about a Phoenix playoff letdown, Ben Simmons, this year's scoring leader and more.
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Shaq weighs in on the dynamic in the Philadelphia locker room following the news of Ben Simmons’ return. He also shares his thoughts after Brooklyn announced Kyrie Irving could not practice or play with the team until Irving is a full participant.
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The guys on Inside the NBA debate whether Kenny the Jet was “the voice” of the mid-90s Rockets teams after Robert Horry came on The Big Podcast and said it was Vernon Maxwell, not Kenny.
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Shaq's favorite player ever Patrick Ewing joins the show and they debate if the Knicks are really back. Then Spice gets more than he asks for when calling out Shaq's dad bod.
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Shaq surprises Nischelle with a mystery gift of his own.Then the crew responses to Jeanie Buss' omission of Shaq on her list of most important Lakers of all-time.
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Nischelle's friend lists all the reasons Shaq is on her "vision board" and Shaq tries to figure out what a vision board even is.
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The crew dicusses Shaq's fake pregnancy test that is making the rounds online, Spice's retirement at a White Castle and Shaq shooting his shot on Inside the NBA.
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The crew discusses this week's hottest topics from Aaron Rodgers' Man Bun to Usher Bucks. Ro drops a new freestyle.
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Shaq serves up his take on sports and culture's biggest storylines alongside Spice Adams, Ro Parrish and Nischelle Turner.
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