The Right Time with Bomani Jones

In the second part of this 2-part series, Bomani Jones is joined by DJ Wally Sparks for a deep dive into Prince’s catalog, from the early records to the Warner years that made him a legend. They get into Purple Rain vs. Sign o’ the Times, why When Doves Cry feels untouchable, why Little Red Corvette has a real case as Prince’s best song, and which deep cuts and B-sides still hit the hardest. Finally, they have a full-on music nerd conversation about Prince’s genius period, the records that aged best, and the songs that prove nobody else was operating on his level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by Patrice Jones for the first of a special two-part Prince series on The Right Time. They break down what made Prince different, why 1999 and Purple Rain hit so hard, how his sound changed music, and what his run meant in real time for the people living through it. They also get into Prince’s guitar brilliance, the wild range of his catalog, and why his influence still feels unmatched. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by Dominique Foxworth to talk through one of the wildest stretches of the NFL offseason. They break down Lamar Jackson showing up, what that says about his leverage in Baltimore, and why the Ravens still have to treat him like the franchise. They also get into the Mike Vrabel and Diana Russini news, what to make of that story, and why it blew up across sports media. Plus, they discuss whether Aaron Rodgers makes any sense for the Steelers, what the Browns are doing, some NFL Draft talk, and why athletes seem way less willing to speak on larger issues now than they were a few years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by Tom Haberstroh to break down the chaos surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo, Doc Rivers, and the Milwaukee Bucks. They dig into whether Giannis really wants out, why the Bucks’ situation feels so broken, and what a trade could mean for the rest of the league. Then they shift to the Western Conference, the rise of Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, and whether the NBA is heading back toward an era defined by rivalries instead of parity. They close by breaking down UNC hiring Mike Malone and whether it is the start of a paradigm shift in college basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by ESPN’s Michael Collins to look back at the Tiger Slam and explain why Tiger Woods’ 2000-2001 run felt different from anything golf had ever seen. They break down Tiger’s historic 15-shot win at Pebble Beach, his domination at St. Andrews, the pressure of the 2001 Masters, and why that stretch made the GOAT case for Tiger in a way stats alone can’t capture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones reacts to Geno Auriemma losing it at Dawn Staley after UConn’s loss and explains why the moment landed so badly. He also breaks down LeBron James’ comments about Memphis, including why his suggestion that the Grizzlies move to Nashville became a much bigger issue than just a throwaway opinion. He also hits on UNC's search for a basketball coach, Dan Hurley's push for a dynasty, and Kirk Cousins getting even MORE guaranteed money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jalen Hurts just got put on notice by his own team – so what happens next? Bomani Jones and FS1’s Danny Parkins break down the explosive ESPN report on Hurts’ rigidity, his Jordan/Kobe self-image, and what it says about his leadership, coaching changes, and the Eagles’ future. Then they flip to the NBA: Victor Wembanyama’s terrifying rise, why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander might still be MVP, how the Thunder and Spurs could own the West for the next decade, and whether the Celtics are simply inevitable in the East. Finally, they discuss the Lakers and the Rockets and why neither has a chance for an NBA title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UConn might quietly be the real dynasty of 21st-century college basketball. Bomani Jones is joined by Pat Forde (SI.com) to break down a loaded Final Four, explain how UConn’s six titles in 27 years put the Huskies in their own tier, and explore how Dan Hurley became the sport’s new “fun jerk” on the sideline.They also get into why this Final Four (Arizona, Michigan, UConn, Illinois) is so strong top to bottom. Later, they discuss the North Carolina job, Hubert Davis’ exit, and why Billy Donovan & Tommy Lloyd sit at the center of the rumor mill. Finally, they dig into the Will Wade/LSU saga, why “shame has left the building” in Baton Rouge, and how LSU has done shockingly little with an all-time lineup of NBA-level talent, and defend Jon Scheyer's brief tenure, and why the panic is still premature Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Time Machine Tuesday, Bomani Jones and Howard Bryant go back to the 1991 Final Four and the stunning upset that turned Duke into college basketball’s ultimate villain. From Jerry Tarkanian’s renegade UNLV program and Larry Johnson’s rock-star Runnin’ Rebels to Christian Laettner’s rise and Coach K’s defining moment, they unpack the racial, cultural, and class tensions that made this more than just a game. They revisit how UNLV “blackened” the sport, why Duke was seen as the clean-cut “Southern Ivy,” the NCAA’s war on Tark, Prop 48 and Prop 42, and why this loss hit so hard for Black America. Plus: was it really fixed, or did Duke just finally stand up to the bully? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duke blew a 15-point halftime lead and Bomani is in full hater glory. He relives UConn’s wild comeback, the logo heave that broke Duke’s heart, and why the comedy of the collapse depends entirely on who you root for. They also get into why this NCAA Tournament has felt especially fun, from Illinois’ run to the rise of big-personality coaches like Dan Hurley .Later, Bo unpacks the latest Tiger Woods DUI news, the toll of back pain and painkillers, and what happens when an all-time great can’t really do the one thing that once defined them. Then they hit the college hoops soap opera of Will Wade returning to LSU after his “strong-ass offer” era, the NC State house-buying saga, and why LSU might be building the most obnoxious coaching lineup in America. Plus, voicemails on Duke fans, Jay-Z discourse, and a legendary update on the Dewey situation from last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Victor Wembanyama might already be the story of the NBA season — but is he actually the MVP? Bomani and Jason Goff dig into Wemby’s rise, the 65-game rule, how we talk about MVPs, all‑NBA, money, and legacies, and why this era of basketball feels so different from the one they grew up on. They also get into Dominique Wilkins vs. “loser” talk, James Harden’s reputation, Anthony Edwards’ legend run, and what happens when Jokic and the Nuggets have to deal with Wemby in a real series. Then Bomani and Jason break down Jay‑Z’s new GQ interview — billionaire talk, “I didn’t get here by taking advantage of people,” the myth of Hov, capitalism, and why sometimes it’s actually okay to “just be a rapper.” Finally, Bo brings Jason one of the wildest, most uncomfortable news stories you’ve ever heard: a quadruple‑amputee cornhole star accused of murder, how TV news tried (and failed) to play it straight, and what that says about media, curiosity, and basic honesty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by The Ringer's Van Lathan. First, they dive into the escalating Stephen A. Smith vs. Jason Whitlock feud and why media beef keeps pulling people in. Later, they discuss the chaos at Atlanta’s airport as TSA lines spiral out of control across America. Finally, Van shares hilarious stories about working with Joel Anderson on The Ringer Tailgate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob Costas joins Bomani Jones to discuss his new role on "The NBA on NBC". Bob tells Bomani incredible stories about Pat Riley, Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal, Bill Walton, O.J.Simpson, Ahmad Rashad, and much more! Later, Bob explains why the NBA on NBA did things differently than its competitors and why he believes that still resonates with fans today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones breaks down everything happening in March Madness. He starts with Bill Self in another classic Bill Self game, Rick Pitino back in the Sweet 16, and how Pitino suddenly has a chance to be the hero we need when St. John’s takes on Duke.Later, he digs into the rumors that UNC might fire Hubert Davis after blowing a 19-point lead to VCU. Bomani explains how it fell apart, what that VCU loss reveals about Carolina’s current reality, and why the way it’s being handled says as much about the institution as it does about the coach.After the break, Bomani breaks down Tom Brady and NFL stars losing to Team USA in flag football, Pittsburgh not being able to handle the NFL Draft, Jay-Z’s concert announcement, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by Charles McDonald of Yahoo Sports to break down another wild stretch of NFL storylines. They start with the Dolphins clearing out weapons around Malik Willis and ask the obvious question: What exactly is Miami trying to build? Then they get into the Kyler Murray conversation, why some teams keep giving away starting-caliber quarterbacks, and what the Vikings and Falcons are really doing at QB.Later, they discuss the Ravens backing out of the Maxx Crosby deal, why NFL teams keep playing games with roster building, and the possibility of replacement refs returning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by Vinnie Goodwill to talk through the biggest NBA storylines right now. They break down what’s going wrong with Kevin Durant and the Rockets, why Luka Doncic has the Lakers rolling, and whether Los Angeles can really survive with its defensive flaws. They also get into Victor Wembanyama’s absurd impact, the Western Conference playoff race, LeBron’s future in Los Angeles, and what NBA expansion could mean for the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bomani Jones is joined by DJ Wally Sparks for another Time Machine Tuesday, this time breaking down the state of West Coast rap in 1996. They dive into Tupac’s transformation into the ultimate California rap star, Dr. Dre and Snoop struggling without each other, the rise of The Doggfather and Aftermath, and why Ice Cube’s Westside Connection run mattered so much. Plus, they show love to Too Short, E-40, Ras Kass, the Bay Area movement, and explain how the West Coast sound had the whole country in its grip. Subscribe to The Right Time with Bomani Jones for new episodes, sharp takes, and deep dives into sports, culture, and music history. #BomaniJones #TheRightTime #2Pac #DrDre #SnoopDogg #IceCube #WestCoastRap #HipHopHistory #WallySparks #E40 #TooShort Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

March Madness is here, and Bomani Jones has one message for the people: it’s time to hate Duke again. On this episode of The Right Time, Bomani breaks down why the tournament is better when everybody unites against the Blue Devils, and how his Duke hatred has never changed, even though his relationship to college basketball has.Plus, Bomani dives into the Lakers’ rise in the West, Luka’s clutch stretch, and why LA might still be the playoff matchup everybody wants. He also gets into Oklahoma City, the Thunder’s ridiculous setup, and what could make this NBA postseason a lot of fun. Finally, Bomani sounds off on Bruce Pearl's absurd comments, Kanye West doing concerts again, and a perturbed Morehouse Alum who slid into his DM's. Intuit TurboTax: Learn more at https://turbotax.intuit.com/?cid=bn_wk_12 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Foxworth Thursday, Bomani Jones and Dominique Foxworth break down Bam Adebayo dropping 83 points in a historic performance—but will anyone remember it like the legendary scoring nights from players like Kobe Bryant? The guys debate how impressive the game really was and why context matters when we talk about huge scoring totals. Later, the Baltimore Ravens reportedly backed out of a trade for Maxx Crosby, leaving the Las Vegas Raiders in a strange position after the deal collapsed over a failed physical. Bomani and Foxworth explain why the situation looks messy—and why the Ravens might have changed their mind after seeing Crosby’s medicals. They also discuss why Daniel Jones landing another big contract says a lot about the quarterback market, the surprising reunion between Geno Smith and the New York Jets and why the league might be overloading the schedule with new games—including a possible Thanksgiving Eve matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Right Time with Bomani Jones, Bo is joined by Danny Parkins of "First Things First" to break down one of the wildest nights in sports.First up: the unbelievable 83-point performance from Bam Adebayo. Bo and Danny discuss how it happened, why it sparked debate across the NBA, and whether a night fueled by 43 free throws belongs among the greatest scoring performances ever.Then they shift to the NFL where the Baltimore Ravens shocked the league by backing out of their trade for Maxx Crosby after his physical. The twist? Baltimore immediately turned around and signed Trey Hendrickson, raising serious questions around the league about how the situation went down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices