Winging It With Vince Carter
The Ringer
Vince Carter of the Atlanta Hawks returns to ‘Winging It’ for a second season with his co-host Annie Finberg. Vince and Annie are going off script to offer a behind-the-scenes look at what NBA players think and talk about, and an inside look at Vince’s 21st and final season in the NBA. As well as talking to guests (from other players like Steph Curry to music stars like 2 Chainz), they’ll cover the Hawks’ season, the '19-’20 NBA season, the broader worlds of sports and pop culture, and much more. Whatever they’re talking about, just know they’re winging it.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Networks:
The Ringer
Description:
Vince Carter of the Atlanta Hawks returns to ‘Winging It’ for a second season with his co-host Annie Finberg. Vince and Annie are going off script to offer a behind-the-scenes look at what NBA players think and talk about, and an inside look at Vince’s 21st and final season in the NBA. As well as talking to guests (from other players like Steph Curry to music stars like 2 Chainz), they’ll cover the Hawks’ season, the '19-’20 NBA season, the broader worlds of sports and pop culture, and much more. Whatever they’re talking about, just know they’re winging it.
Language:
English
Episodes
The-Dream on Writing Grammy-Winning Hit Records
11/9/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and producer The-Dream to discuss rappers in politics (4:00), working with Beyoncé (19:00), the songwriting process (27:00), and more. Hosts: Vince Carter & Annie Finberg Guest: The-Dream Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:50:16
Ken Griffey Jr. on His Hall of Fame Baseball Career
11/2/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by MLB Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. to discuss how he learned golf from Tiger Woods (04:00), having his father as a teammate in the MLB (24:00), and more. Hosts: Vince Carter & Annie Finberg Guest: Ken Griffey Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:01:43
Matt Barnes on Advocating for Cannabis, ‘All the Smoke,’ and Playing Against Kobe Bryant
10/26/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by 2017 NBA champion Matt Barnes to discuss how cannabis could be beneficial for NBA players, developing his podcast ‘All the Smoke’ with Stephen Jackson, his unforgettable clash with Kobe Bryant, and more. Hosts: Vince Carter and Annie Finberg Guest: Matt Barnes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:16:29
NBA Coaches on the Move and Job Vacancies
10/19/2020
Vince and Annie discuss the potential impact of the Los Angeles Lakers winning the 2020 NBA championship on the value of the big-man position. Later in the show, they react to some of the recent coach hirings and look at some of the open coaching positions. Hosts: Vince Carter and Annie Finberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:38:19
Jerome Bettis on Retiring on Top and the NFL’s COVID-19 Problem
10/5/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by NFL Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis to discuss retiring after winning the Super Bowl (18:40), how he got his nickname “The Bus” (27:35), and the NFL’s COVID-19 problem (29:00). Hosts: Vince Carter & Annie Finberg Guest: Jerome Bettis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:34:00
Doris Burke on the Importance of Women In Sports Broadcasting
9/28/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by ESPN analyst and reporter Doris Burke to discuss life as a broadcaster in the NBA bubble (01:50), the importance of women in sports broadcasting (19:50), the passing of Judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg (49:30), and more. Hosts: Vince Carter & Annie Finberg Guest: Doris Burke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:55:48
Charles Barkley on 20 Years of ‘Inside the NBA’
9/21/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley to discuss transitioning from an athlete to broadcaster with ‘Inside the NBA’ (06:07), how Moses Malone made him a better basketball player (35:20), and the responsibility of athletes in social justice movements (1:05:16). Hosts: Vince Carter & Annie Finberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:15:53
Mailbag
9/7/2020
Vince and Annie answer your questions in this week’s mailbag. Biggie or Tupac? Would Vince go on ‘Dancing With the Stars’? Did Vince experience racism as a player? Hear the answers to the questions and more! Hosts: Vince Carter & Annie Finberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:43:46
Protests in the Bubble and Kobe’s Legacy, With Kent Bazemore
8/27/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by their former podcast partner Kent Bazemore to discuss the experience of living in the bubble (01:26), Kobe Bryant’s impact on his life (11:09), and the player protest against the police shooting of Jacob Blake (19:56). Hosts: Annie Finberg and Vince Carter Guest: Kent Bazemore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:08:27
Renee Montgomery on Sitting Out of the WNBA Season for Social Justice Reform and the Importance of HBCUs
8/24/2020
Annie and Vince are joined by two-time WNBA champion Renee Montgomery to discuss sitting out of the WNBA bubble (03:00), the importance of historically Black colleges and universities (09:40), and their NBA playoff predictions (26:00). For more information on Renee’s activism for social justice reform, visit reneemontgomeryfoundation.org. Hosts: Vince Carter and Annie Finberg Guest: Renee Montgomery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:46:25
Jemele Hill on 'Stick to Sports' and the Colin Kaepernick Docuseries
8/10/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by Jemele Hill to discuss her new show 'Stick to Sports' with Cari Champion (13:20), her involvement with ESPN’s Colin Kaepernick docuseries (24:10), and paying college athletes (43:00). Hosts: Vince Carter & Annie Finberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:08:49
Ahmad Rashad on His Relationship with Michael Jordan and Hosting ‘NBA Inside Stuff’
7/27/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by former NFL player and NBA broadcaster Ahmad Rashad to discuss his years hosting ‘NBA Inside Stuff’ (11:00). They also talk about Rashad’s relationship with Michael Jordan (4:38) and his experience playing in an NBA game (55:50).Hosts: Vince Carter & Annie Finberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:01:57
Post-retirement Life and Answering Mailbag Questions
7/20/2020
Vince and Annie return to discuss Vince's post-retirement life (01:25). They then talk about the ethics of snitching in the NBA bubble (05:15), and answer your questions in this week’s mailbag (17:15). Hosts: Vince Carter & Annie Finberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:16:08
Vince Carter Announces His Retirement and Looks Back at His Career
6/25/2020
On this special episode, Vince Carter announces his retirement from the world of professional basketball. Annie and Vince take a trip down memory lane, discussing what it was like in the early days of his career and the rest of his NBA class (18:18). Vince also talks about some of his most unforgettable moments and highlights throughout his NBA career, including his favorite memories from each team he's played for (28:09), some of his most memorable player run-ins and fouls (54:49), and the beginning of the next chapter in his life (73:51). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:01:23:23
Francis Ngannou on Growing Up in Cameroon, Coming to UFC Late in Life, and the Desire for Change
6/8/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by UFC contender Francis Ngannou to talk about the UFC restarting. They also discuss his childhood in Cameroon, moving to France to become a fighter, and being homeless for most of his early career. Then they discuss Ngannou's booming career in the States, and the demand for social and institutional change in the U.S. after the killing of George Floyd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:41:18
Lloyd Pierce and Maria Taylor on Early Coaching Struggles and Constant Challenges
6/5/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by head coach of the Atlanta Hawks, Lloyd Pierce, to discuss the struggles of coaching a team while socially distancing and motivating a team (00:56). Then they are joined by analyst and ESPN host Maria Taylor to talk about collegiate sports being sidelined and the ongoing protests in response to the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer (24:04). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:55:22
Winning a Super Bowl, Lasting Accomplishments, and Parking Passes with Marcus Allen
5/25/2020
Super Bowl champion and MVP Marcus Allen joins Vince and Annie to talk about legacy in the world of sports. Vince and Marcus discuss the lasting accomplishments of their decades-long careers and the importance of chasing personal achievements. Marcus also recalls a moment when he was denied entry into the Super Bowl because of a parking pass. Hosts: Vince Carter and Annie Finberg Guest: Marcus Allen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:47:21
The Future of the NBA, the Power of Family, and the Glory of Broadcasting With Ernie Johnson Jr.
5/18/2020
On this episode, Vince and Annie are joined by Emmy Award–winning broadcaster Ernie Johnson Jr. to talk about the future of the NBA pending a decision from commissioner Adam Silver. Ernie also talks about the joys of being together with his family during this troubling time and how the adoption of his son changed his life for the better. Then he discusses some of his most treasured memories of a decades-long career in sports broadcasting.Hosts: Vince Carter and Annie Finberg Guest: Ernie Johnson Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:54:05
The Culture of Trap Music, Pivotal Performances, and Constantly Learning With T.I. | Winging It
5/11/2020
Vince and Annie are joined by Grammy Award–winning rapper, producer, and actor Tip "T.I." Harris to talk about everything that keeps him moving creatively. They discuss some of the pivotal performances and artists that influence Harris. They also discuss learning from the current generation of young musical talent and their thoughts on the Michael Jordan documentary 'The Last Dance.' Hosts: Vince Carter and Annie Finberg Guest: Tip "T.I." Harris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:50:57
Favorite Teammates, Lessons From the NFL, and Legacy of Michael Jordan With Terrell Owens | Winging It
5/4/2020
Vince and Annie sit down with six-time Pro Bowler Terrell Owens to look back on his career in the NFL. Later on they discuss their reactions to the documentary 'The Last Dance' and the legacy of Michael Jordan, the '90s Bulls, and how the league has changed since. Vince Carter & Annie Finberg Guest: Terrell Owens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:52:30