Welcome back to another ACTION PACKED episode of The HasBeens Podcast.

This week, we have Tariq of PitchPlay Co. back on the show!

Topics:
8:00 – Biggest challenge scaling Pitch Play Co.
14:50 – Tariq's favorite project so far...
18:00 – The rise of esports and competitive gaming
23:30 – Untapped markets for the Pitch Play coaching model
26:15 – Future Fest 2026 recap and highlights
28:30 – What The Playbook is and what users gain
35:50 – How AI is changing coaching, performance, and development
42:00 – Should the Atlanta Hawks consider selling the team?
47:45 – Music talk: J. Cole world tour, HBCUs, album review
52:30 – Is Atlanta still the most influential hip-hop city?
57:00 – Vince McMahon drama: Could Vince buy back WWE?
1:00:00 – Final question: Could you score in the NBA?

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Cam, Doug, and Mike return for Episode 4 with a wide-ranging conversation that blends culture, technology, sports, and real-life accountability. The crew kicks things off by unpacking Atlanta’s ongoing development boom before checking in on mental health, relationships, and Valentine’s Day expectations. From there, the conversation expands into Black History Month innovations, the rise of artificial intelligence and robotics, and growing concerns around misinformation and ethics.

On the sports side, the hosts debate accountability in college basketball, NBA tanking, and the league’s ongoing struggle with competitive integrity. The episode wraps with quick hits on LaMelo Ball’s recent car accident, the passing of civil rights icon Jesse Jackson, and a final discussion on instigators, responsibility, and knowing when to own your role.

Topics:

Atlanta’s infrastructure and development boom in Atlanta

Listener call-to-action and social media engagement

Mental health check-in with the hosts

Weekend recaps and Valentine’s Day experiences

Black History Month innovations and modern achievements

The Neo robot, home automation, and the future of AI

Ethical concerns and over-reliance on artificial intelligence

AI degree programs at Kennesaw State University

AI-generated content and misinformation risks

Darren Peterson’s playing time and accountability in college basketball

NBA tanking, load management, and league credibility

College basketball draft prospects to watch

NBA scheduling issues and competitive balance

LaMelo Ball’s car accident and off-court responsibility

The passing and legacy of Jesse Jackson

Instigators, accountability, and knowing when to take ownership

The HasBeens are BACK for another action packed episode. Cam Will, Mike, and Doug discuss NBA fights, team suspensions, their picks for the worst sports franchises (including the Atlanta Falcons, Charlotte Hornets, and Cleveland Browns), and Valentine's Day plans for couples versus singles.

Topics include:

1. Introduction to Season 7, Episode 2
2. Mike working on his Spanish inspired by Bad Bunny
3. Social media engagement and podcast platforms
4. NBA All-Star weekend approaching
5. NBA fight between Pistons and Hornets players (Jackson Hayes, Stewart, Miles Bridges)
6. Discussion of the second half of the NBA season
7. The worst sports franchises (Atlanta Falcons, Charlotte Hornets, Cleveland Browns, Colorado Rockies, Pittsburgh Pirates)
8. Jackson Hayes incident with Wizards mascot
9. Lil Baby news regarding altercation with 40 Keon White
10. Valentine's Day and Galentine's Day discussion (couples vs. singles having more fun)
11. NBA All-Star festivities (dunk contest, skills challenge)