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Million Dollars Worth of Game Podcast Notes
Jul 21, 2024
Million Dollars Worth of Game Podcast
Intro
Hosts: Unknown
Guests: Cam and Ma (from Harlem)
Funny Story: Basketball Dreams
Host's Question to Gill:
Did you think you were going to the NBA or just playing ball?
Gill: Was serious about it.
Host:
Thought Gill was just playing ball; mentions some Neighborhood D3 College
Mention of SAT scores and low expectations regarding academic performance
SATs score around 660 asked by host.
Gill:
Claims offers from Georgetown, USC, etc.
Host Reflects:
The preparation & struggles, ended up at Junior College but no SAT taken
Harlem Basketball Legends
Cam:
Stopped playing basketball to analyze the game’s right way
Host Questions Harlem Legends
: Rashid Wallace and neighborhood ballers’ aspirations
Discussion:
Emotional investment in basketball and fighting in the 90s
All Thought They Were Going to NBA:
Emotional attachment recognized later on
Neighborhood Ballers vs. Pros
Host:
Respect for neighborhood ballers vs. actual pros
Shared stories with Rashid Wallace
Recalls Regie and 40 oz drinking days
Advertisement Segment
Sponsors:
New Amsterdam Vodka, Miller High Life
Description and uses of vodka, promoting brand
The Greatest Harlem Players Discussion
Names Mentioned:
Ali Mo, Sham God (and comparison)
Ali Mo deemed unbeatable, 6’8” guard, 'Magic Johnson 2.0'
Locker Room Stories
Rob Parks:
A football player’s dad recalls days playing with Gill
Host & Co-host:
Reminiscent of Legendary Coach Kenny Hamilton at Benjamin Franklin High School
Miscellaneous Topics
Hosts’ Humor:
Mocks past high school experiences and how times have changed
Cam's Freshman Year:
The struggle of getting into Franklin after getting kicked out from another school
Life Stories:
The narrative of being left back and surviving in difficult environments
Commercial Breaks
New Amsterdam Vodka
Miller High Life
Noteworthy Harlem Rappers & Discussion on Impact
Cam’s Question:
The top Harlem rappers; prompted varied responses
Big L discussed extensively
Made a point about lost potential due to an early demise
Mase considered the best by some from a lyrical and branding standpoint
Harlem’s Rappers:
Mention of Kumo D, Doug E. Fresh, Rob Base, and new generations like A$AP Mob
Broader Hip Hop Discussions:
Mase’s rise in real-time competition
Debates:
Who’s more influential and impactful on the genre
Humor on Industry & Perception
Hosts Footage:
Bragging about their relevance and interaction within their platforms
Several Narratives about old days, humorous take on misconceptions
Jab at Rivals:
Generic references to being mocked by others (sometimes rivals)
Final Questions/Discussions
Hypothetical Questions:
Engaging guests about their highest moments in their careers
Industry Advice:
Emphasized on being known for work and value created
Mentorship and working with the right people
Acknowledge Differences in the Industry:
Sports, entertainment, and evolving aspirations throughout careers
Cam’s Narration:
Genuine life stories, humorous takes, and heartfelt responses about camaraderie and harsh realities
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