Under Pressure

In Kyles Corner: Donald Trump is known to say insensitive things on a regular but has it gotten to the point where we shouldn't expect anything different?  Gucci has tied the knot and got married on national television so we talk about his journey from him always getting in trouble to where he is now.  In Hot Topics: The NBA season officially got under way but the Celtics were faced with a major setback with the injury of Gordon Hayward. How has this affected their chances?  Colin Kaepernick is suing the NFL for being blackballed. Adrian Peterson had a great first game with the Cardinals. How important is the environment and system when it comes to a players success?  Topic of the Day: Being Ready You can't just be prepared, but you also have to be ready. You can't just be ready, but you also have to be prepared. In order to take advantage of any opportunity, you need both.   

A lot of people are angry with millionaire athletes who try to speak up against social injustices. Is it wrong for athletes to use their platform to speak up for those who don't have a voice? Is it wrong for athletes to kneel during the national anthem? People talk about athletes disrespecting the flag, but what are we ignoring what the real issue and cause is? Are we getting distracted?  In these week of hot topics: Odell Beckham injury, Joel Embiid pre season performance, and much more Confidence is crucial for anyone, especially athletes. Some people play to not mess up instead of playing to do great. Some people run away from failure instead of chasing success. You have to be willing to take risks in order to reach your maximum potential.  Follow us on social media: IG: instagram.com/underpressuretv Twitter: twitter.com/underpressuretv Facebook: facebook.com/underpressuretv Website: underpressure.tv

Some crazy things happened this week outside of sports including the shooting at the country concert in Las Vegas. We give our opinions on how the incident was portrayed on media and what it says about the world.  Hot Topics:  1. Lavar Ball has decided to pull Melo Ball out of Chino Hills and have him home schooled instead. Is this a good move or a bad move?  2. The NBA All Star game has changed its format so that now its no longer East vs West. Whats the new format and is it better?  In this episode, all four hosts are young basketball coaches so they talk about things such as the effects of AAU basketball on young athletes, what they think makes a good coach, and tell stories of their coaching experiences so far.  Follow us on social media: IG: instagram.com/underpressuretv Twitter: twitter.com/underpressuretv Facebook: facebook.com/underpressuretv Website: underpressure.tv

In this episode of the Under Pressure Podcast: 1. There is movement in the NBA including Carmelo Anthony going to the Oklahoma City Thunder teaming up with Westbrook and George and Dwyane Wade going to the Cleveland Cavaliers to team back up with Lebron. What does this mean for the Warriors and the NBA in general? 2. Theres a lot going on right now in College Basketball with Rick Pitino being fired as well as other coaches and it makes you think...Who's next?  3. Donald Trump called NFL players SOBs which has caused even more players and even owners to kneel during the National Anthem. Is he uniting people without even realizing it?  4. It is extremely important to be prepared but its also important to be able to adjust. Preparation and Adjustments are crucial for anyone trying to be successful.  Follow us on social media:  IG: instagram.com/underpressuretv Twitter: twitter.com/underpressuretv Facebook:facebook.com/underpressuretv Website: underpressure.tv  

1. Weekly Updates and Running out of gas 2. Kyle's Corner: Hurricane Maria, Donald Trump calling Kim Jong Un Rocket Man, and more 3. Hot Topics: Kevin Durant was caught making fake twitter accounts, Multiple college football players have passed away recently due to hits during games which brings up the question, Is it worth it?  Topic of the day: Is it worth it? Its something we all have to ask ourselves when we chase a dream that takes hardwork and sacrifice. You can't allow what you currently see to affect your vision.  Follow us on social media:  IG: instagram.com/underpressuretv Twitter: twitter.com/underpressuretv Facebook: facebook.com/underpressuretv Website: underpressure.tv

Kyle's Corner:  1. Tupac's Legacy and how he was able to accomplish so much in only 25 years of life.  2. A teenage girl in Chicago was found dead in a freezer and it makes you realize that we are one decision away from our lives changing for the best or worse.  3. The 'IT' movie is projected to bring in 55 million dollars this weekend and Kyle gives his review on it.  Hot Topics: 1. The NFL Season has officially begun and we start with the Kansas City Chiefs defeating the New England Patriots and the Cincinnati Bengals being shut out losing 20-0. Is Andy Dalton to blame for the Bengals offense? Has Tom Brady lost his step?  2. Russell Westbrook signed a lucrative deal with the Jordan Brand and we talk about how him and Dirk Nowitzki don't have a signature shoe.  3. The Los Angeles Lakers retired both of Kobe's numbers, 8 and 24. Which Kobe was better?  4. Kyle Sings...And Stu Laughs. 5. ESPN ranked Carmelo Anthony as the 64th best player in the NBA.  6. Jamele Hill mad

In this episode, we introduce a new segment, Kyle's Corner. In this week Kyle brought up Hurricane Harvey and we dug deep into how money can play a huge role in whether someone survives or not and we speak on the fact that Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Jose are right around the corner. We also talked about how police in Cleveland stated that they wouldn't work the Cleveland Browns games due to players protesting during the national anthem.  In this week of hot topics, we talked about a lot of things going on in the sports world, including the Ball Family and how they are continually rising in fame and influence with their new Facebook show and Melo ball being in high school but already having his own shoe and lamborghini. We also talk about Isaiah Thomas responding to being traded on Players Tribune and whether or not he was wronged. We then speak on the incident with Michael Bennett and how him being an athlete could have potentially saved his life.  Our topic of the day is Athlete Privilege. A

The trade between the Cavaliers and the Celtics has the entire sports world din a frenzy. Who won the trade between the two? Who will be better of in the long run? How does this change the league? Some people say that the Celtics gave up too much for one guy while the Cavaliers gained an X Factor type player in Jae Vrowder. Only time will tell.  In this episode, Miami University Track athlete, Kenny Glenn, joins the show as we talk about the latest in sports news and the effect of when preparation and confidence meet. It is very important to not skip any steps in the process but some people prepare and grind everyday but when its time to perform they freeze up because of a lack of confidence. At the end of the day, you have to believe in yourself.  Follow us on social media: Twitter: twitter.com/underpressuretv IG: instagram.com/underpressuretv Facebook: facebook.com/underpressuretv Website: underpressure.tv

The events in Charlottesville, Virginia has been an eye opener. It seems as if people have been more open about their hate towards people of another race. Is this due to the presidency of Donald Trump? We tell personal stories and dig deep into the issue while trying to determine if there is a solution to racism and why it is going to be hard to create equality in America.  Professional athletes have a platform. With Colin Kaepernick taking a stand, are other African American athletes responsible for joining him? Are they sell outs if they don't? Some people are afraid of speaking up and taking a stand because they don't want to be stripped of their fame and glory. There have been a lot of athletes who have taken a stand for different things and have been penalized for it, whether it was Allen Iverson with the clothes his wore or Chad Johnson with his touchdown celebrations but at the end of the day, someone has to do it.  We started off the episode talking about the trending topics in sports and cu

In this episode, we dig deep into a list made by people at the Bleacher Report of the 50 Most Influential African American athletes OF ALL TIME. The criteria was dominance, impact, and influence but somehow Tiger Woods didn't make the list but Simone Biles and Gabby Douglas made the top 10 ahead of Lebron James, Magic Johnson, AND Walter Payton with Michael Jordan being listed as number one. Should young athletes have been included in the list at all? Should someones legacy be judged while they are still alive since a reputation and legacy can be ruined in the blink of an eye?   Our main topic of the day is the Glorification of Celebrities, including athletes. We tend to want the lifestyle that certain people have but we don't even think about what it took for them to get there and the struggles they go through while they are on top. Most people aren't even mentally or spiritually prepared for the things that they want. What social media has done is create a place where people can stunt as if they are a

In this episode of the Under Pressure Podcast, our topic of the day is Reflection. We all have made New Years Resolutions or Goals that we set for ourselves for the year, but seldom do we sit back and reflect midway and see if we actually did follow through. Why is it that majority of new years resolutions fail within the first two weeks? Why is it so hard to be consistent when it comes to working out and trying to make changes to your daily habits? Maybe you have slacked off but left reflect on how we can start again today and stay consistent.  We start off with TimeOut as we talk about the hot topics in sports and culture for the week including Beyonce wanting to buy the Houston Rockets and whether or not this would be good for the NBA, Michael Jordan saying that Kobe is better of LeBron because he has more rings, Vontez Burfict of the Bengals getting into it with one of the coaches during Training Camp because of a 'dirty hit', Connor McGregor training update for the Floyd Mayweather fight, Scottie Pi

In this episode of the Under Pressure Podcast: {3:45} - We talk about the importance of gratitude with Kyle returning from his trip as he gives us stories of him meeting people who were homeless and less fortunate while also meeting people with a lot of wealth. We all have flaws, so the last thing we should do is look down on people who have less than us but instead we should be trying to help others and give without looking for anything in return.  {21:00} - In our 'TimeOut' segment, we get into a long, intense debate as we dig deep into the Kyrie Irving and Lebron James feud in Cleveland. Are the Cleveland Cavaliers on the decline? Is it selfish for a player to complain when they are on a winning team? Would Lebron be able to win without Kyrie? Would Kyrie be able to win without Lebron? How important is it for a star player to have other key players in order to win a championship?  {1:25:00} - Also in TimeOut, we talk about the newest discoveries of CTE in football. Is football too dangerous for k

In this Episode, Big South Freshman of the Year & UNC-Asheville Basketball Player MaCio Teague joins us to talk about the latest in sports news from the NBA Summer League, with the Lakers winning the Summer League and Lonzo Ball wearing different brands, to the NBA Free Agency, with the Portland Trail Blazers trying to acquire Carmelo Anthony. The X Factor for athletes is not only confidence but COMPETITIVENESS. The game is majority mental. You can have all the skill in the world but have nothing to show for it if you aren't mentally prepared. MaCio talks with us on how he stays mentally prepared and how his upbringing has shaped him into the competitor he is today. Is the environment that you are exposed to at a young age correlated with the type of mentality you have as an athlete? How does one control their environment to help shape them into the person they want to be?  We also play 'This or That' by doing 'Start One, Bench One, Cut One' and talk about the latest in sports and culture with everyo

In this episode of the Under Pressure Podcast, we talk about the most recent news of the NBA Summer League and how there are so many guys playing on the teams but only a few will make the cut. How does a person shine in a try out without trying too hard? How do you keep from freezing up when you are in a big game or playing in front of coaches you are trying to impress? Anytime money gets involved in something it becomes a business. Has money and the involvement of major corporations ruined sports? With Nike, Adidas, and Under Armour getting more involved in AAU with EYBL and different classics, is this becoming more of a positive or negative? We also discuss the politics of sports and how business is related to that as well.  We will also discuss the weekly hot topics in sports as usual in our 'TimeOut' segment while also doing sports comparisons in 'This or That'.  Follow us on Social Media: IG:instagram.com/underpressuretv Twitter:twitter.com/underpressuretv Facebook: facebook.com/underpress

In this episode, we talk about the latest news in the NBA Free Agency. From Gordon Hayward going to the Celtics to play with his former college coach to Paul George going to the Thunder to team up with Russell Westbrook, theres a lot of movement going on.  The power of social media is continuously increasing in sports and it is up to athletes to take advantage of it. Is social media more of a positive or negative for athletes? Some people say it is a distraction, some people say it is a powerful tool that can be used for personal branding.  We also have our 'TimeOut' and 'This or That' segments where we debated hard on other sports topics but also non sports topics such as the new Jay Z album and whether Steve Nash or Jason Kid was the better player.  Follow us On: Instagram: instagram.com/underpressuretv Twitter: twitter.com/underpressuretv Facebook: facebook.com/underpressuretv Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpsqDSGKlEL4EqLnpXVwpIw Website: UnderPressure.TV

In this episode, we talk debate about what makes an MVP? Did Russell Westbrook really make his teammates better? Should the success of the team matter when it comes to being an MVP Candidate?  Life after sports can be tough for most athletes. The key is to not confuse who you are with what you do. For every athlete in the world, there comes a time where you will no longer be playing and all you have are the memories. Don't take it for granted and ask yourself, when its all over, what will be left?  We have segments such as 'This or That' and 'TimeOut' to make this episode the Under Pressure Podcast one to remember.  Follow Us on IG: instagram.com/underpressuretv Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/underpressuretv Like our Facebook Page: facebook.com/underpresuretv Visit Website: underpressure.tv

In this episode, we ramble on about our thoughts on the 2017 NBA Draft.  Who will be rookie of the year? What team had the best draft? What team had the worst draft? Will Lonzo Ball be a bust or exactly what the Lakers needed?  With Frank Mason III being player of the year in college, how is it that he didn't even get picked until the second round?    Be sure to rate and review the podcast if you enjoy this shorter episode of the Under Pressure Podcast.    Follow us on IG: instagram.com/underpressuretv Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/underpressuretv Like our page on Facebook: facebook.com/underpressuretv Visit our website: underpressure.tv

In this episode, we talk about the 2017 NBA Draft and give our predictions. Will Lonzo Ball go to the Lakers? Who will be the number one pick? Markelle Fultz? Also, speaking of the draft, what causes a draft bust? The organization, the player, or both?  There are athletes who become super stars but then they fall off, whether because of drug abuse or other character issues. How can athletes avoid falling off and are they responsible for being a role model once they become famous? Should we expect much from them?  We also have great segments, 'TimeOut' and 'This or That', with listener voicemails to make this episode of the Under Pressure Podcast a good one.  Follow us on IG: instagram.com/underpressuretv Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/underpressuretv

In this episode, the squad talks about the effects of AAU in the sports world today. Has it been commercialized and become less about the kids and more about the money? Is it correlated with how there are Super teams in the NBA today? A lot of kids play multiple sports, but is this a good thing or a bad thing? Are multi sport athletes at a disadvantage? What age should kids start to specialize in a sport if any age at all? The Warriors are the 2017 NBA Champions. Is KD's championship valid? Are they building a dynasty? We also have great segments such as 'TimeOut' and 'This or That' with listener call ins throughout the episode, so stay tuned and lets get read for another great episode of the Under Pressure Podcast. Follow us on IG: instagram.com/underpressuretv Follow the AnimaTV Youtube Channel where our video clips will be displayed: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpsqDSGKlEL4EqLnpXVwpIw

In this episode, the squad talks about the NBA Finals, giving their predictions and talking about the impact of Superteams. Have people lost the sense of competitiveness or is it just business and not personal? Will Kevin Durants championship be valid?  Some kids grow up more privileged than others, but is this an advantage or disadvantage? Is the environment that a person grows up the most important thing that will shape what kind of athlete they are?   We have some great segments including 'TimeOut' and 'This or That', with us ending with some listener call ins. So stay tuned and be ready for a great first episode of the Under Pressure Podcast.    Follow us on IG: instagram.com/underpressuretv Watch clips on AnimaTV Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/AnimaTV