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The Right Time with Bomani Jones

The Right Time with Bomani Jones

Wave 200 Episodes Aug 20, 2026

Bomani Jones hosts a daily show that covers sports, pop culture, and social issues, frequently incorporating listener feedback. The podcast offers a unique perspective on the intersection of athletics and society, with a focus on thoughtful analysis and humor.

Episodes

Colin Kaepernick Took a Knee...The Media Wasn’t Ready | Bomani Jones & Jason Goff
Colin Kaepernick Took a Knee...The Media Wasn’t Ready | Bomani Jones & Jason Goff Aug 20, 2026 3412 Bomani Jones is joined by Jason Goff for the second episode of a historical retrospective series looking back at Colin Kaepernick, a decade after his initial protest. In this episode, Bo and Jason focus the conversation on the pivotal year of 2016 and how the sports community and sports media were caught off guard by the live TV moment. They reflect on where they were when the story broke and trac
Before Colin Kaepernick was Blackballed...He was DOMINANT | Bomani Jones  & Charles McDonald
Before Colin Kaepernick was Blackballed...He was DOMINANT | Bomani Jones & Charles McDonald Aug 18, 2026 3372 Bomani Jones is joined by Charles McDonald to kick off a historical retrospective series looking back at Colin Kaepernick, a decade after his initial protest. In this episode, Bo and Charles refocus the conversation on a frequently forgotten element: just how good of a football player Kaepernick truly was. They trace his trajectory from his breakout college days at Nevada running the pistol offens
Lakers Bizarre Sale,  Kyler Named Vikings Starter, Josh Allen expectations | 8.13
Lakers Bizarre Sale,  Kyler Named Vikings Starter, Josh Allen expectations | 8.13 Aug 14, 2026 3798 Bomani Jones is joined by Diante Lee of The Ringer to break down the highly anticipated and wide-open NFL season. They examine a massive list of potential contenders, analyzing which teams have legitimate Super Bowl expectations and which ones need everything to break exactly right. Bo and Diante dive deep into the fascinating quarterback situations across the league, evaluating the elit
Why AI & Their CEOS CAN NOT be trusted | 8.11
Why AI & Their CEOS CAN NOT be trusted | 8.11 Aug 11, 2026 3562 Bomani Jones is joined by Ted Tremper, a producer, to break down the complexities, fears, and economic realities surrounding artificial intelligence. They discuss Tremper's two-and-a-half-year journey researching and interviewing over 40 AI experts and tech leaders, sharing behind-the-scenes insights from his discussions with frontier lab CEOs like OpenAI's Sam Altman, Anthropic's Dario Amodei, an
Why the New Bill WON’T fix College football + Lincoln Riley + Kalen DeBoer’s hot seat | 8.6
Why the New Bill WON’T fix College football + Lincoln Riley + Kalen DeBoer’s hot seat | 8.6 Aug 6, 2026 2816 Bomani Jones is joined by Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated to break down college football's broken rules, shifting power structure, and political future. They discuss Lincoln Riley's pressure-filled season at USC, why the Big Ten and SEC continue to pull away, and how the Protect College Sports Act could reshape revenue sharing, transfers, and roster movement. Bo and Pat also examine the proposed
Elle Duncan on Caitlin Clark's Sophie Cunningham problem, Olivia Miles' Ceiling | 8.4
Elle Duncan on Caitlin Clark's Sophie Cunningham problem, Olivia Miles' Ceiling | 8.4 Aug 4, 2026 4753 Bomani Jones is joined by Elle Duncan for a new episode of The Right Time to discuss the current state of sports media, the WNBA, and why online discourse so often overshadows the games themselves. They start by talking about Elle's move to Netflix Sports, the challenges of producing daily sports television, and why the slowest parts of the sports calendar always seem to revolve around the same he
Danny Parkins on Caleb Williams’ MVP ceiling, Josh Allen vs. Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow’s Future | 7.30
Danny Parkins on Caleb Williams’ MVP ceiling, Josh Allen vs. Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow’s Future | 7.30 Jul 30, 2026 3626 Bomani Jones is joined by Danny Parkins for a new episode of The Right Time to discuss why every NFL quarterback seems to be on the clock heading into the season. They start with Caleb Williams and the expectations surrounding his second year in Chicago, including whether Ben Johnson can help him make an MVP-level leap. Later, Bo and Danny debate whether Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson are facing the
Jason Goff on Kyle Shanahan Mystery + Aaron Donald’s Potential Return | 7.28
Jason Goff on Kyle Shanahan Mystery + Aaron Donald’s Potential Return | 7.28 Jul 28, 2026 3714 Bomani Jones is joined by Jason Goff for a new episode of The Right Time to break down the mysterious circumstances surrounding 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan's serious car accident and why it took nearly two weeks for the news to become public. They discuss what it says about media access, reporting, and why they think there's more to the story. Later, Bo and Jason react to LeBron James joining
Steph Curry's Uncertain future with Warriors + Ryan Clark’s ESPN fallout | 7.27
Steph Curry's Uncertain future with Warriors + Ryan Clark’s ESPN fallout | 7.27 Jul 27, 2026 3084 Bomani Jones is back with a loaded episode of The Right Time, starting with the biggest NBA news of the week: LeBron James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers. From there, Bo examines the Golden State Warriors' roster dynamics, reacting to owner Joe Lacob’s public comments about preparing for the post-Steph Curry era. He breaks down whether it is truly worth it for aging superstars with multi
Joel Anderson on Why Muhammad Ali lighting the Olympic Torch Still Defines Atlanta 1996 | 7.23
Joel Anderson on Why Muhammad Ali lighting the Olympic Torch Still Defines Atlanta 1996 | 7.23 Jul 23, 2026 3551 Bomani Jones is joined by journalist Joel Anderson for a Time Machine Thursday edition of The Right Time, looking back at the cultural impact and unforgettable moments of the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. Bo and Joel examine how the games put a growing Atlanta on the global map and navigate the city's complex history as a cultural hub in the 1990s. They count down the most defining figures and
Vinnie Goowill on Why the 1996 USA Team was WAY better than you remember | 07.21
Vinnie Goowill on Why the 1996 USA Team was WAY better than you remember | 07.21 Jul 21, 2026 3633 Bomani Jones is joined by Vinnie Goodwill from ESPN for a Time Machine Tuesday edition of The Right Time, diving deep into the history and legacy of the 1996 USA Men's Olympic Basketball Team (often called Dream Team 3). Bo and Vinnie compare the squad to the iconic 1992 Dream Team and the 1994 World Championship team, breaking down the incredible roster that featured young superstars like Penny H
Messi Stops Time, Is $100M Not Enough? | Bomani Jones & Domonique Foxworth
Messi Stops Time, Is $100M Not Enough? | Bomani Jones & Domonique Foxworth Jul 16, 2026 3602 Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth for a loaded episode of The Right Time, starting with Lionel Messi and why it feels like the whole game stops when he touches the ball. Bo and Domonique break down Argentina’s late-game magic, why England’s approach fell apart, and how Messi’s gravity bends a match even when he is not dominating every possession. Later, they dive into the athlete-mone

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