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Benchwarmers

English, Sports, 1 season, 33 episodes, 20 hours, 1 minute
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If you're after NBA yarns as hard-hitting as Draymond Green's punches during training, The Alternative Commentary Collective's Benchwarmer podcast is your go-to underqualified and not-so-credible source for NBA, fantasy and the local basketball scene. Join Ben Boyce, Joel Harrison and a rotating cast of so-called basketball "experts" for your weekly wrap of all things basketball, on and off the court. New episodes out every Tuesday during the NBA season.
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"The Nuggets Are Champions & Jokic Couldn't Get Home Soon Enough"

Joel Harrison & Producer Adam join Ben Boyce for another episode of Benchwarmers! In this episode, the Nuggets win for the first time in 47 years, Zion Williams caught out using Snapchat after his child's gender reveal and did anyone else feel like Jokic just wanted to go home? Plus, 'Alley Ooopppsss' and the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/14/202331 minutes, 6 seconds
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"Heat In Six!"

This week Joel Harrison joins Ben Boyce to recap the last 7 days of the NBA!They cover everything from a bumblebee scaring Jimmy Butler, to the Joker's family life and even play a bit of the Miami Sound Machine! Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6/6/202325 minutes, 52 seconds
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"We're Heating Up The Nuggets!"

Producer Adam joins Manaia Stewart for another episode of Benchwarmers! In this episode, if Tatum didn't get injured could they have won, does Spoelstra have what it takes to upset the Nuggets and should all social teams play Zone Defense? Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/31/202326 minutes, 9 seconds
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"We Want All The Smoke!"

Manaia Stewart & Joel Harrison join Ben Boyce for another episode of Benchwarmers!In this episode, did anyone else think Lebron was hinting at retirement, can Jimmy Butler carry the Heat all the way and how bizarre is it that James Harden wants to head back to Houston...Plus, 'TAB Good Punt' & 'Alley Ooopppsss'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/25/202341 minutes, 21 seconds
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"Conference Finals Time! Featuring Tom Abercrombie"

Joel Harrison & Ben Boyce are joined by special guest Tom Abercrombie for another episode of Benchwarmers! In this episode, can a Coorgi really pick the winners of NBA games, is there really a difference between playing home and away during the Finals and Jokic burns Shaq is a funny moment shared between two of the best big men of the game. Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt' & 'Alley Ooopppsss'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/16/202339 minutes, 3 seconds
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"Harden's $100K Show Of Affection"

Manaia Stewart & Joel Harrison join Ben Boyce for another episode of the ACC's official NBA podcast, Benchwarmers! In this episode, the guys question if Embiid's Rolex was a gift or a promotion, Lebron James showcases his impeccable memory and now drama as Jokic pushes a fan who just happens to be the billionaire owner of the opposition. Plus, another week of 'Alley Ooopppsss!'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/9/202338 minutes, 12 seconds
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"Playoff Jimmy Knocks Out The #1 Seed"

Joel Harrison and special guest Marty Jones join Ben Boyce for another episode of Benchwarmers.In this episode, the MVP has been named and not all the panel are fans, upsets galore as a Number 1 seed is eliminated and Giannis lets people know what failure really is... Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt' & 'Alleyooopppsss'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5/4/202340 minutes, 51 seconds
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“Big Knick Energy”

Joel Harrison joins Ben Boyce for another episode of Benchwarmers! In this episode, Knicks fans want blood from everyone, are the Warriors finally back for the Playoffs and how good is Lebron James?!  Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/27/202337 minutes, 25 seconds
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"Playoff Russell Westbrick"

Joel Harrison joins Ben Boyce for another episode of the Benchwarmers! In this episode, can the Grizzlies beat the Lakers now Morant is injured, Charles Barkley gets excited over Westbrook's outfit this week and is it ok to scream at a shooter taking Free Throws? Plus, the 'TAB Good Punt' & 'Alley Ooopppsss'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/19/202331 minutes, 36 seconds
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"Kenneth Lofton Jr Should Be The Face Of The NBA!"

Producer Adam joins Manaia Stewart for another episode of The ACC's official basketball podcast, Benchwarmers! In this episode, did the Mavs throw their last game on purpose, is Udonis Haslem really retiring before the playoffs and who's going home early in the Play-In tournament?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/12/202336 minutes, 10 seconds
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"Lebron Is A Tight Ass"

Joel Harrison joins Ben Boyce for another episode of the Benchwarmers! In this episode, Steve Adams was proudly wearing a Hawaiian shirt of himself, Lebron won't pay $5 a month for the certified tick and excitement as we enter the final week of the regular season. Plus, "Alley Ooopppsss" & "Fantasy Chat".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4/5/202335 minutes, 57 seconds
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"The Benchwarmers Vs The Big Baller - Lavar Ball"

Manaia Stewart & Joel Harrison join Ben Boyce for another episode of the Benchwarmers! This is a special episode where the guys sit down and interview Lavar Ball father of Lamelo & Lonzo Ball, they go from whether Lavar thinks his sons will play together, how the injuries are going and we find out if he really could beat MJ one on one..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/28/202333 minutes, 15 seconds
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"Miami Needs A Herro To Save Them"

Joel Harrison joins Ben Boyce for another episode of the Benchwarmers! In this episode, will the 76ers ever be contenders, Jimmy Butler is a huge Nickelback fan and Scottie Pippen's ex-wife share a lot about their sex life... Plus, "Fantasy Chat" & "Alley Ooopppsss".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/21/202334 minutes, 57 seconds
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"Steve Ballmer Really Loves Toilets!"

Joel Harrison & Chris Reive join Ben Boyce for another episode of Benchwarmers! In this episode, CP3 responds to Steph Curry calling him out from 2014, you don't want Anthony Davis' family singing you Happy Birthday and is 1000 toilets in a stadium a bit over the top? Plus, "Fantasy Chat", & "Alley Ooopppsss"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/16/202341 minutes, 45 seconds
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"The Resurgence Of The Man Bun In The NBA"

Ben Boyce joins Joel Harrison for another episode of the Benchwarmers! In this episode, Ja Morant and what really happened with the gun, the Breakers are now 1-1 after a Finals Game 2 shocker, and are teams better after the Trade Deadline or was it just unnecessary admin... Plus, "Fantasy Chat" & "Alley Ooopppsss".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3/7/202334 minutes, 54 seconds
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"Are The Lakers Better Without Westbrook?"

Chris Reive & Joel Harrison join Chris Key for another episode of Benchwarmers! In this episode, a massive scare in LA as Lebron hurt his ankle and could be out for two weeks, the Breakers are into the Finals and Dame drops 71 and goes full Beast Mode. Plus another edition of 'Fantasy Chat'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/28/202335 minutes, 52 seconds
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"The All-Star Shitter"

The Benchwarmers are back to chat about the absolute abomination of an All-Star Game that went down, Ben Boyce is back from his Palmerston North trip to once again portray his love for King James, Keyzie still hates a points league and Joel's dropping Woj bombs left, right and center!Plus, your favourite segments of 'Fantasy Chat' and 'Alley Ooops'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/21/202344 minutes, 21 seconds
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"Is Keyzie Joining A Points League?"

This week Ben Boyce is lost in transit so Chris Key & Chris Reive join Joel Harrison for another ep of the Benchwarmers! The lads go through everything from Lebron's record-breaking performance with the most wounding American presentation, the best trade of all time, and Pat Bev's rough week...Plus, your favourite segments of 'Fantasy Chat' and 'Alley Ooops'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/16/202340 minutes, 31 seconds
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"The Breakers Crack A Semi"

Chris Key & Joel Harrison join Ben Boyce for another episode of the Benchwarmers! In this episode, the Kyrie trade that has many people scared for Luka's wellbeing, all the snubs from the NBA All-Star game including James Harden, and whether Lebron will become the All-Time points leader against OKC or not... Plus, this week's edition of 'Fantasy Chat' & 'Alley Ooopppsss'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2/7/202348 minutes, 9 seconds
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"Kevin Garnett's Pre-Game Drink: Powerade Mixed With Coffee"

Joel Harrison & Christopher Reive join Ben Boyce for another episode of the Benchwarmers!  In this episode, the guys go over the missed call on Lebron against the Celtics, how Jimmy Butler got scammed by a young kid and we finish it up with an array of accidental F-bombs on television! Plus, "Fantasy Chat" & "AlleyOoopppsss".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/31/202342 minutes, 45 seconds
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"Lebron James On PEDs?! (Feat. Guy Williams)"

Ben Boyce & Joel Harrison are joined by special guest Guy Williams for another episode of the ACC's Benchwarmers! In this episode, the boys run through Guy's early basketball career, his interesting AND1 fashion trends and Royce O'Neale's big balls...  Plus, all your favourite segments 'The Starting 5', 'Fantasy Chat' and 'Alley Oooooops'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/25/202337 minutes, 25 seconds
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"Lebron Welcomes The New Year Playing Madden"

Chris Key & Joel Harrison join Ben Boyce for another episode of Benchwarmers! In this episode, the guys give a mid-year report on the NBA, Ben lets us all know how he cried watching Lebron James and Ja Morant being a highlight reel. Plus, "Fantasy Chat" & "Alley Ooopppsss".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1/17/202336 minutes, 29 seconds
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"Xmas Day Predictions"

Joel Harrison and Producer Adam join Ben Boyce for a Xmas Special episode.In this episode, we go over the Xmas Day games and check out who we're all backing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/20/20228 minutes, 55 seconds
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"Zion Williamson 360 Dunk Causes Chaos"

Chris Key & Joel Harrison join Ben Boyce for another episode of the Benchwarmers! In this episode, the guys go over the scuffle at the end of the Pelicans and Suns game, Giannis' freaky comments in a press conference, and question how did a dog get on the court in a college game... Plus, 'Fantasy Chat' & 'Alleyooopppsss'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/13/202232 minutes, 47 seconds
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"Don't Ever Call Corey Webster A Pussy!"

Chris Reive & Joel Harrison join Chris Key for another episode of the Benchwarmers! In this episode, they guys go over the Breaker's social media mistake, question if it's time to add Anthony Davis to the MVP talks and let everyone know their G.O.A.T. Plus, 'Fantasy Chat' & 'Alley Ooopppsss'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/8/202234 minutes, 14 seconds
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"Steven Adams Teaches Young Fan Some Manners"

Chris Key & Joel Harrison join Ben Boyce for another episode of the Benchwarmers! This episode features all things basketball from Ben Simmons finally gaining some form, to NBA players getting angry with Pat Beverly getting suspended for 3 games, to asking the tough questions like should the Pelicans have drafted Ja Morant over Zion and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/29/202238 minutes, 25 seconds
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"Would You Rather Take A Hit From Joel Embiid Or Sonny Bill Williams?"

Chris Key & Joel Harrison join Storme Hitaua for another episode of the Benchwarmers! From Montrez Harrel stealing Giannis' ball while shooting Free Throws to Dwight Howard looking like Wilt Chamberlin in Taiwan to the Kings named the "Beam Team" after going on a 6-0 streak. All that and so much more in NZ's #1 basketball podcast! Plus, 'What's Your Fantasy' & 'Alley Ooopppss'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/22/202237 minutes, 43 seconds
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"Miami Heat's Arena To Be Renamed The BBC"

Joel Harrison & Producer Adam join Ben Boyce for another episode of the Benchwarmers! From the Miami Stadium changing its name to the BBC, to Joel Embiid almost getting 60 points, to the Utah Jazz being the number 1 team and Steven Adams getting a cheeky nipple gripple against the Spurs. All that and so much more in New Zealand's #1 basketball podcast! Plus 'Fantasy Chat' & 'Alley Ooopppsss'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/15/202233 minutes, 15 seconds
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"Where Does Kyrie Sit On The A-Hole Scale?"

Ben Boyce & Joel Harrison join Storme Hitaua to chat all things NBA. From Kyrie being a knob, to fresh meat on the podcast, all the way through to a hypothetical battle of a Bull v a Raptor, the Benchwarmers cover it all this week! Plus 'Fantasy Chat' & 'Alley Ooopppsss'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/8/202237 minutes, 29 seconds
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"Commentators Curse Ruins Steph Curry's Perfect Start"

Ben Boyce & Joel Harrison join Storme Hitaua for another episode of all things basketball in the ACC's new podcast, Benchwarmers! In this episode, Klay Thompson gets ejected for talking too much trash in a loss, Storme celebrates as his team the Lakers finally won and Joel has a story about a late-night meeting with R J Hampton. Plus 'Fantasy Chat' & 'Alley Ooopppsss'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/1/202237 minutes, 25 seconds
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"Steven Adams Takes One To The Face"

Ben Boyce & Joel Harrison join Storme Hitaua for another episode of all things basketball in The ACC's new basketball podcast, Benchwarmers! In this episode, we chat to James McOnie after going viral for his question to Steph Curry, see who has the best walkout after the Grizzles had NLE Chopper rap them onto the court and ask "is it time to panic?" for the Lakers! Plus, 'Fantasy Chat' & 'Alley Ooooppppsss'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/25/202241 minutes, 8 seconds
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"Giannis Antetokounmpo: The King Of Dad Jokes"

Joel Harrison & Finn Caddie join Storme Hitaua for another episode of all things basketball in The ACC's new podcast, Benchwarmers! In this episode, the guys go over the best NBA personalities, how Charles Barkley wants to punch Draymond Green, and the winning form of the NZ Breakers. Plus, 'Fantasy Chat' & 'Alley Ooooppppsss'!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/18/202242 minutes, 51 seconds
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"Draymond Green Is A Punisher!"

Ben Boyce & Joel Harrison join Storme Hitaua for the first episode of the ACC's new Basketball podcast the Benchwarmers! In this episode, the guys go over the infamous Draymond Green cheap shot on Jordan Poole, Steven Adam's new contract and how good it is to have a Kiwi on the big stage! Plus, the most viral story going around of a young French player called Ho Yo Fat. Finally, they start the ball rolling on their Fantasy Basketball team and introduce 'Alley Ooooppppsss'...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/13/202242 minutes, 46 seconds