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The Big Podcast With Shaq

The Big Birthday
Shaq jumps right in with his thoughts on Ja Morant. The Big Fella also puts pressure on AD and the Lakers, declares what it takes for the Knicks to be back, and breaks down the budding rivalry between the Suns and the Mavs. Nischelle and Spice gift Diesel a very fitting gift for the newly 51-year-old.
March 9, 2023
The Big Mac | Mac McClung
The crew is reunited after Spice’s trip Down Under and Shaq’s sick day (confirmed by a "real" doctor). The Big Fella makes a case for Portland to trade Damian Lillard, explains what AD and the Lakers need to do to make the playoffs, and weighs in on Trae Young’s ‘coach killer’ reputation. Dunk Contest Champion Mac McClung drops by to set the record straight about Diesel’s viral speech and answer if he really will defend his title next year. Nischelle, Spice and Shaq debate Coach Deion Sanders' viral recruiting philosophy.
March 1, 2023
The Big Bully | Candace Parker
Candace Parker joins the Big Fella in studio for a special episode live in the Bleacher Report App. Shaq defends Rihanna’s Super Bowl Halftime Performance, reacts to the Suns blockbuster trade, discusses how KD will fit in in Phoenix, & brainstorms landing spots for Russell Westbrook and how to restore the Dunk Contest to its former glory. In the spirt of Valentines Day, the crew curates a playlist of love.
February 16, 2023
The Big Meme King | Josiah Johnson & Lindsay Barnette
'The King of NBA Twitter' Josiah Johnson drops by to fill in for Spice and talk everything from Kyrie's trade to Dallas, discuss what's going on in LA and even break down the 50 Years of Hip-Hop celebration at the Grammy's. Shaq gets a surprise from Kultured Misfits founder Lindsay Barnette as she shares what it's like to make Shaq-sized sweat suits.
February 9, 2023
The Big Bandwagon
With the 49ers advancing to the NFC Championship, Spice is eager to rub it in The Big Fella's face. Shaq empathizes with Dak Prescott, shares some advice for Joe Burrow's relationship and gives his honest take on the Lakers trade for Rui Hachimura. The Big Diesel introduces a new segment he crafted up himself.
January 26, 2023
The Big Shaq Pampers | Jamal Crawford
3x NBA Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford joins Shaq and Nischelle to talk about LeBron's chase to be the all-time scoring leader and if the Warriors can turn it on at the right time. Nischelle puts TNT Tuesday's newest member to the test with a game of Who's More Likely: Tuesday or Thursday?
January 12, 2023
The Big Dreamful Attraction
The Big Podcast crew is ready for a BIG 2023. Shaq, Nischelle and Spice send their thoughts, prayers and best wishes to Damar Hamlin, his family, and the Buffalo Bills. The Big Fella reacts to the offensive explosion in the association and ponders his original MVP take. All three hosts pick a focus word for the year ahead.
January 7, 2023
The Big Scrooge
The crew is trying to get into the holiday spirit, despite The Big Fella’s Grinch tendencies. The sale of the Phoenix Suns has Shaq talking ownership and he doubles down on his Big 3 take. It wouldn’t be a holiday edition without gifts from the crew.
December 22, 2022
The Big One-Stop Shop | DJ Suede the Remix God
Avid remixer of the show DJ Suede the Remix God drops in to talk about getting in to producing, share some exciting upcoming projects, and even debut his latest mix of The Big Podcast. Shaq stands his ground on the iconic "one, two, three, not one, two, back to one" moment on Inside the NBA.
December 15, 2022
The Big Wrapped
Shaq isn't the only Big Podcast host with a documentary and Nischelle gives Spice his flowers for it. The Big Fella breaks down Anthony Davis's recent dominant play, Deion Sanders move to Colorado, and makes the claim he's the last person to beat Michael Phelps. As we wrap up the year, the crew shares a few of their favorite songs.
December 8, 2022
The Big Demolition
In an episode you almost have to see to believe, Shaq makes his points in a BIG way...demolishing everything is sight (and sound). The crew weighs in Patrick Beverley & Deandre Ayton's altercation and Rudy Gobert's comments about supporting the team through thick and thin. Nischelle serves up a game of 'The Big Lyric Filler.'
December 1, 2022
The Big Brain Freeze
In true Big Podcast Thanksgiving fashion, Shaq, Nischelle and Spice have the ultimate stuffing vs. dressing debate (again!). The Big Fella breaks down Giannis' ladder incident in Philly, Anthony Davis' resurgence and the Kings hot streak. Spice sprinkles some extra heat with the spiciest topics on the internet.
November 24, 2022