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| React Pod: Immanuel Quickley shines as Raptors easily handle Clippers | 11 Oct 2026 | 01:09:22 | |
Will Lou goes live to break down the Toronto Raptors' 114-106 win over the Los Angeles Clippers in preseason action as part of the NBA Vancouver Game. He gives credit to Immanuel Quickley for his strong showing and Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett, Jakob Poeltl Gerald Henderson award: Yuki Kawamura #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Anne Hathaway loves OG, Shai says he's the best, will Sixers work, and Who He Play For? | 09 Oct 2026 | 01:37:05 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong take a spin around the NBA and hit on several viral topics including who's the best player in the league, will the Sixers actually work, Anne Hathaway's love for OG Anunoby, and play a fresh round of Who He Play For? #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Where does Scottie Barnes and Kawhi Leonard rank as a duo? Will Vision 6-9 work? | 08 Oct 2026 | 02:00:20 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss how Kawhi Leonard and Scottie Barnes compares as a duo to other top pairings in the league and discuss if the team's construct around positionless forwards will make sense. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| React: Raptors look sluggish in first preseason battle against Heat in Quebec | 04 Oct 2026 | 01:15:22 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong react to the Toronto Raptors' battle against the Miami Heat in the first game of preseason. They give their first impression of the game which did not feature Kawhi Leonard who continues to ramp up his conditioning.Three stars: RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes, Collin Murray-BoylesGerald Henderson award: Tim Hardaway Jr. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonardToday’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app.Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.showCheck out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| React: First impressions from Raptors Open Practice, Jamal Shead gets 3/$24M | 02 Oct 2026 | 00:51:16 | |
Will and Alex go live to share observations from the Toronto Raptors Open Practice at Laval University in Quebec City. They also share some anecdotes from training camp so far. Yes, Kawhi Leonard is a fun guy. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| We pitch Matt Devlin new signature Raptors calls | The Annual H&W Matt Devlin interview | 01 Oct 2026 | 01:12:00 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong invite Toronto Raptors broadcasting legend Matt Devlin to the show for the third instalment of their annual training camp interview. The boys ask Devlin about the season ahead, pitch Matty D on new signature calls to use on-air, and discuss the changing media landscape. #raptors #torontraptors Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kawhi can't stop smiling in return to Toronto | Raptors Media Day 2026 reaction | 28 Sep 2026 | 01:26:24 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong reflect on Toronto Raptors Media Day 2026. They discuss Kawhi Leonard's hilarious press conference and share other takeaways from the event. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Wrapping up the inaugural Toronto Tempo season | TEMPO TIME | 27 Sep 2026 | 01:48:25 | |
Could this be the most friends we made along the way season? Join Jerome Cheng and Chelsea Leite one more time for the Tempo's first WNBA season. They recap the Tempo's exit interviews, look at where players will be in the offseason and discuss what's needed for next season. #torontotempo #wnba Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Breaking down Bobby Webster press conference on Kawhi Leonard's trade and extension | 24 Sep 2026 | 01:16:54 | |
Will and Alex go live after Bobby Webster's media availability discussing the Kawhi Leonard trade and extension as well as the outlook for the Toronto Raptors this season. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Raptors show NBA how to honor legend + Is DeMar DeRozan next for jersey retirement? | 22 Sep 2026 | 02:28:37 | |
Will and Alex are back from vacation and checking in for a Hello and Welcome after hours! The Kyle Lowry retirement tour kicked off with some golf, a block party and gala while Kawhi Leonard closes in on an extension with the Raptors. All that and more! #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Toronto Tempo return from international break and play final home game of the season | TEMPO TIME | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:54:46 | |
Toronto Tempo are back and so is Tempo Time! Jerome and Chelsea recap the final home game of the season and what the team has been up to during the international break as they head into their final stretch of their inaugural WNBA season. #wnba #torontotempo Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kawhi says “it’s Scottie’s team” + can the Raptors win 50 games? | 19 Sep 2026 | 00:55:31 | |
Alex is joined by theScore’s Joseph Casciaro to answer 10 true or false questions ahead of training camp, including if the Raptors can win 50 games in Kawhi’s return, whether this is the best Sixers team in the Process era, if the Knicks are one-and-done as champs, whether the Spurs own the Thunder after last year’s Conference Finals, if the Wolves and Lakers have improved, whether the Clippers truly have the worst outlook of any franchise in the league, and more. #raptors #torontoraptors #nba
Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Can Kawhi and the Raptors replicate 2019 championship run? | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:55:30 | |
Alex is joined by Vivek Jacob to look ahead to Kawhi’s return to Toronto and explore the similarities and differences between this upcoming season and the 2019 championship run. They look at the contenders in the East, discuss what the Raptors are missing in their current lineup to be favorites, potential breakout candidates, and more. #raptors #torontoraptors #nba
Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| BREAKING: THE KAWHI LEONARD TRADE SAGA IS FINALLY DONE | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:35:45 | |
Will Lou goes live from a park bench in Tofino, BC to react to the Kawhi Leonard trade finally being completed. Huge assist to Kyle Ramnarine from Raptors Republic for helping produce last second. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The definitive Top-10 Raptors of all-time | 12 Sep 2026 | 01:29:14 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong outline the six factors determining greatness and then debate over the Top-10 Toronto Raptors of all-time. The list is below based on a combination of winning impact, cultural impact, longevity, respect, entertainment factor and award recognition: 1. Kyle Lowry 2. Kawhi Leonard 3. DeMar DeRozan 4. Vince Carter 5. Pascal Siakam 6. Chris Bosh 7. Scottie Barnes 8. Fred VanVleet 9. Damon Stoudemire 10. Alvin Williams #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard #vincecarter #scottiebarnes Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The 5 biggest “What If” moments in Raptors franchise history | 10 Sep 2026 | 01:04:43 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss their list of the five biggest What If moments in Toronto Raptors franchise history. They walk through Kawhi Leonard's exit in 2019, Vince Carter's graduation, Tracy McGrady being allowed to leave, the failed pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo and so much more. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard #giannisantetokounmpo Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jeremy Lin revisits 2019 title, fond Toronto moments, and Kawhi's sensational return | 09 Sep 2026 | 00:22:48 | |
Will Lou interviews former Toronto Raptors guard Jeremy Lin about his celebrity hoops game in Toronto on Sept 12, revisits his favorite Toronto memories, tells stories about what 2019 was like, and gives his thoughts on how the Raptors will fare next season with Kawhi Leonard back in the mix. 2026 ARC HOOPS/WORLD tickets: https://asianrootscollective.org/arcworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What is still holding up the Kawhi Leonard trade? | 08 Sep 2026 | 01:31:21 | |
Will Lou goes solo to ask a few questions around the ongoing Kawhi Leonard trade with the Los Angeles Clippers. He looks at what could still be holding up the deal, if the Toronto Raptors will look to expand the trade beyond what was initially reported, Kawhi's last chance to rescue his legacy, the pressure this deal puts on Scottie Barnes, and if there are any circumstances that would lead to another team repeating the Clippers' mistake. #raptors #torontoraptors #nba Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| BREAKING: Kawhi Leonard cleared of suspension, while NBA fines Clippers 5 firsts and $30M | 02 Sep 2026 | 01:31:19 | |
Will Lou and Jerome Cheng go live to react to the breaking news of the NBA releasing their report into the cap circumvention of the LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard. Kawhi is fined 700K but avoids suspension and contract voiding, while the Clippers are found to be the most guilty party in circumventing the cap and are therefore being fined 5 first-round picks, $30M in fines and additional suspensions to team executives. #raptors #torontoraptors #nba Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Toronto Tempo and WNBA go on a FIBA World Cup break | TEMPO TIME | 31 Aug 2026 | 01:27:32 | |
The Toronto Tempo and WNBA are about to start a two-week midseason break for the 2026 FIBA World Cup. Jerome and Chelsea recap the last few games with a depleted team, and look ahead to where players will be this break and beyond. #wnba #torontotempo Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Canada Basketball’s plan for Olympic gold and the making of Jurassic Park | 27 Aug 2026 | 00:50:12 | |
Canada Basketball CEO and President Michael Bartlett sits down to discuss the plan for gold at the 2027 FIBA World Cup and 2028 Olympics, the rebuilding women's team, and shares stories behind how the Toronto Raptors built Jurassic Park and the unforgettable 2019 championship parade. #fibabasketball #canadabasketball Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| A dub in Vancouver and then extreme hardship | TEMPO TIME | 26 Aug 2026 | 01:14:52 | |
Jerome and Chelsea catch up on the Tempo's trip to Vancouver and a depleted team going into the remainder of the season. Kiki Rice hooping but everyone else out. Some great reads: Chelsea Leite "Tempo’s Rice embracing everything rookie season has to offer": https://www.tsn.ca/wnba/article/tempos-rice-embracing-everything-rookie-season-has-to-offer/ Katie Heindl "Drag to Light": https://www.basketballfeelings.com/p/drag-to-light Frankie de la Cretaz "Anti-trans hate came to the WNBA. Fans are fighting back": https://xtramagazine.com/power/politics/wnba-liberty-fever-trans-joy-284052 Shireen Ahmed "Enes Kanter Freedom's performative advocacy is emblematic of how men can be harmful to women's sports": https://www.cbc.ca/sports/basketball/opinion-shireen-ahmed-womens-sports-wnba-9.7319141 #wnba #torontotempo Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The 4 biggest Raptors questions (besides the NBA’s ruling on Kawhi) | 25 Aug 2026 | 01:41:21 | |
Will is joined by friend of the show and fellow pod slanderer Asad to check in all things Raptors. What else has Kawhi done? What's next for Scottie Barnes? Does RJ get extended? Who is up next? #raptors #torontoraptors #nba #kawhileonard Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Toronto Tempo in a close one against the visiting Indiana Fever, mascots and more | TEMPO TIME | 19 Aug 2026 | 01:24:13 | |
Jerome, Chelsea Leite and Katie Heindl gather to recap their night at Scotiabank Arena and the visiting Indiana Fever. What were the vibes? How's the new mascot? What else? Come hang! #wnba #torontotempo Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| ESPN says Clippers and Kawhi are innocent but NBA says not so fast | 18 Aug 2026 | 02:45:27 | |
In yet another Kawhi Leonard update, ESPN reports that the NBA has found no evidence that Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funnelled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard and circumvent the salary cap. And immediately after, the NBA said hold on there. Will and Alex parse through the new findings and also banter across the league. At 1:34:00 Alex unveils an incredible list of "Toonie Thoughts" with Will occasionally chiming in with his own renditions. #nba #kawhileonard #raptors #lakers Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Toronto Tempo struggle through a 10-game losing streak | TEMPO TIME | 13 Aug 2026 | 01:23:48 | |
Tired: The Tempo are struggling to say healthy and get back to form Wired: Juju Watkins Jerome and Chelsea Leite of TSN talk through the latest run of losses for the Tempo. Kiki Rice cooking, Aneesah Morrow figuring it out, Marina Mabrey scoring, but the defence isn't there. Also, mascots! #wnba #torontotempo Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kawhi Leonard “strongly believes” trade to Raptors will go through; and other assorted banter | 11 Aug 2026 | 02:47:50 | |
Alex is back from Chicago and Kawhi Leonard might also be back sooner than we think. Him and Will recap the latest news with Kawhi Leonard with reports from Jake Fischer and Pablo Torre. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Aneesah Morrow debuts for the Toronto Tempo as they continue their extended road trip | TEMPO TIME | 05 Aug 2026 | 01:35:36 | |
Jerome is joined by Chelsea Leite and Zulfi Sheikh of Raptors Republic to discuss the latest addition to the Toronto Tempo, Aneesah Morrow. They also recap an ongoing road trip. #torontotempo #wnba Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Have we lost the plot on this Kawhi Leonard investigation + Introducing the "Re-Dirkables" | 04 Aug 2026 | 02:35:17 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong kick back late on a Monday night and answer assorted Raptors questions from listeners. Will also debuts a shameless point on the Kawhi Leonard investigations going overboard. This episode descends into pure madness around the 1:45:00 mark as Will and Alex spiritually ascend into the Bill Simmons zone of just making up shit that somehow kinda makes sense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Are you scared of LeBron's 76ers + 5 increasingly crazier Raptors dream scenarios | 28 Jul 2026 | 02:05:30 | |
Will and Alex concoct dream scenarios with the Toronto Raptors. A better return for Kawhi? A "Marc Gasol" level trade? Steph??? Then they discuss LeBron James joining the Sixers and Zach Lowe throwing a pitch. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard #lebronjames #nba Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Marina Mabrey's first WNBA All-Star, StudBudz and looking at the rest of the season | Tempo Time | 27 Jul 2026 | 01:26:03 | |
Jerome and Chelsea are back for another Tempo Time. They recap WNBA All-Star weekend and look ahead at the Toronto Tempo's back half of the season. #wnba #wnbaallstar #torontotempo #studbudz Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| July Banter Pod: Summer League stories, Listener Questions, Toonie Thoughts, 3-on-3 & more! | 24 Jul 2026 | 05:14:43 | |
AJ DaBANTA! Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| A tough stretch, an All-Star, a record breaking crowd and more | Tempo Time | 22 Jul 2026 | 01:19:06 | |
Okay, it's been a minute. Jerome, Chelsea and Sav check back in on the Tempo and try to catch up everything we've missed. Marina Mabrey is an All-Star, the Tempo played in front of a record breaking crowd and they're in a bit of a tough stretch. The highs and lows and everything in between. #wnba #torontotempo #marinamabrey Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Raptors done for the summer and waiting on Kawhi + World Cup + The Odyssey review | 21 Jul 2026 | 02:01:08 | |
The Odyssey spoiler warning (1:01:00) Will and Alex check in on a Monday night to look at the Raptors, NBA, soccer and film. Wow, the range! And then they wrap up with prolonged banter around: Name a cool Asian-American man. #raptors #torontoraptors #nba Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kawhi Watch: Silver says saga could take "all summer" + Do you want DeMar back? | 17 Jul 2026 | 01:09:28 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the latest developments in the Kawhi Leonard saga after NBA Commissioner Adam SIlver's press conference at 2026 Las Vegas Summer League. They wrap by discussing the rumors of DeMar DeRozan potentially making his own sensational return to the Raptors. #nba #raptors #kawhileonard #torontoraptors Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| React: Allen Graves shines yet again as Raptors beat Heat in Summer League | 17 Jul 2026 | 00:51:22 | |
Will Lou goes live to react to the Toronto Raptors' 99-90 win over the Miami Heat in 2026 Las Vegas Summer League. Will discusses the excellent showing by Allen Graves, Nate Bittle, and Jamarion Sharp, and commends the Raptors for playing up to their standards even in Summer League. Unfortunately the Raptors did not make the playoffs despite finishing with a 3-1 record due to point differential but they will play one more consolation game on Saturday. Three stars: Allen Graves, Seth Lundy, Nate Bittle Gerald Henderson award: Jahmir (don't call me Jackie) Young #nba #torontoraptors #heat Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| "We can be the best defensive team" Collin Murray-Boyles on Raptors with him, Kawhi, and Scottie | 16 Jul 2026 | 00:10:40 | |
Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles sits down with Will Lou to reflect on his excellent rookie season and looks ahead to the upcoming year with Kawhi Leonard joining the team. He details the hardest player he had to guard, being snubbed from All-Rookie First Team, what he has been working on in the offseason, and predicts a huge year for the Raptors next year. #NBA #kawhileonard #torontoraptors #raptors Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| React: Raptors win on clutch block, and full details of Kawhi Leonard showing up | 14 Jul 2026 | 00:40:24 | |
Kawhi Leonard is in the building and he sat right in front of Will Lou lmao. Later on, former Raptors player Acie Earl shows #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| React Pod: Raptors beat Rockets as both teams combine for 61 fouls | 12 Jul 2026 | 00:22:21 | |
Did we witness the Seth Lundy game? Will Lou comes live after game 2 of the Raptors' NBA Summer League 2026 run. If you're still up on the east coast, come hang! Three stars: Seth Lundy, Tyreke Key, Jamarion Sharp Gerald Henderson award: Bruce Thornton #raptors #torontoraptors #nbasummerleague Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Reaction: Allen Graves shines with 22 points and 13 rebounds in debut | 11 Jul 2026 | 00:47:41 | |
CMB out, Alijah Martin out, but we got Allen Graves. Will Lou comes to you live from Las Vegas! #nba #raptors #celtics Three stars: Allen Graves, Chucky Hepburn, Nate Bittle Gerald Henderson award: Chris Cenac Jr. #raptors #torontoraptors #nbasummerleague Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| BREAKING: Kawhi trade on-hold until NBA concludes investigation | 09 Jul 2026 | 00:37:31 | |
What. The. Hell. The Kawhi Leonard trade is officially on hold as the Toronto Raptors and Los Angeles Clippers cannot agree on who will assume the risk of penalties in the event that the NBA punishes Leonard following their investigation into cap circumvention. #nba #raptors #kawhileonard #clippers Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ryan Nembhard 1-on-1: Brotherly battles with Andrew, breaking Mavericks records, Canada Basketball | 09 Jul 2026 | 00:35:33 | |
Dallas Mavericks and Canada Basketball point guard Ryan Nembhard joins the show to discuss his rookie season with the Dallas Mavericks, tells stories about Scottie Barnes, Anthony Davis, Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving, and what it was like to grow up with older brother Andrew Nembhard. #teamcanada #canadabasketball #fiba #mavs Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Raptors gave Kyle Lowry the most beautiful retirement and Kawhi Leonard appears | 07 Jul 2026 | 01:21:23 | |
Will Lou and Vivek Jacob bring you all the behind-the-scenes moments from Kyle Lowry's retirement ceremony including a special appearance by Kawhi Leonard. #raptors #torontoraptors #nba #kawhileonard #kylelowry Taco Bell: https://www.tacobell.ca/en/menu?utm_source=TNN&utm_medium=Audio&utm_campaign=Triple%20Double%20Crunchwrap Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kawhi fires agent and set to extend, and can Raptors beat East contenders? | 06 Jul 2026 | 01:38:45 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss where the Toronto Raptors rank among East contenders in the wake of the Kawhi Leonard trade, bid farewell to a few former Raptors, and give their assessment of where Canada Basketball sits in their program. Tickets for Canada's qualifying games on July 3 and 6 in Hamilton: https://www.ticketmast... #raptors #torontoraptors #nba #kawhileonard Taco Bell: https://www.tacobell.c... Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kyle Lowry retirement leaked, Kyle Anderson signs, and Darko extended | 03 Jul 2026 | 01:04:41 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong discuss the latest news with the Toronto Raptors including the leaked retirement plans for Kyle Lowry, the signing of Kyle Anderson, the Summer League roster, and the extension of Darko Rajakovic. Tickets for Canada's qualifying games on July 3 and 6 in Hamilton: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/fiba-basketball-world-cup-2027-americas-hamilton-ontario-07-03-2026/event/10006455C059B5D0 #raptors #torontoraptors #nba #kawhileonard Taco Bell: https://www.tacobell.ca/en/menu?utm_source=TNN&utm_medium=Audio&utm_campaign=Triple%20Double%20Crunchwrap Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Marina Mabrey is everything except a WNBA All-Star (yet?) | Tempo Time | 02 Jul 2026 | 01:12:11 | |
Jerome and Chelsea catch up with the Toronto Tempo. Marina Mabrey sets a WNBA scoring record, wins another conference player of the week and now awaits a first time WNBA All-Star nod. Also, a Commissioner's Cup happened! And finally, Chelsea shares her official WNBA All-Star ballot. #wnba #torontotempo #wnbaallstar Taco Bell: https://www.tacobell.ca/en/menu?utm_source=TNN&utm_medium=Audio&utm_campaign=Triple%20Double%20Crunchwrap Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kawhi Leonard changes everything for the Toronto Raptors | 02 Jul 2026 | 01:11:06 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong continue to bask in the glory of the Toronto Raptors re-acquiring Kawhi Leonard and look ahead to the future moves needed to contend. Then they react to the other sensational trades around the NBA. Tickets for Canada's qualifying games on July 3 and 6 in Hamilton: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/fiba-basketball-world-cup-2027-americas-hamilton-ontario-07-03-2026/event/10006455C059B5D0 #raptors #torontoraptors #nba #kawhileonard Taco Bell: https://www.tacobell.ca/en/menu?utm_source=TNN&utm_medium=Audio&utm_campaign=Triple%20Double%20Crunchwrap Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Everything you wanted to know about Canada Basketball and RJ Barrett | 01 Jul 2026 | 01:02:32 | |
Canada Basketball general manager Rowan Barrett sits down with Will Lou and Alex Wong for a very open discussion on the Canadian Senior Men's Basketball program, and about RJ Barrett’s career. Tickets for Canada's qualifying games on July 3 and 6 in Hamilton: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/fiba-basketball-world-cup-2027-americas-hamilton-ontario-07-03-2026/event/10006455C059B5D0 #canadabasketball #fibabasketball #teamcanada #shaigilgeousalexander #rjbarrett Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| BREAKING: KAWHI LEONARD RETURNS TO RAPTORS IN BLOCKBUSTER TRADE | 30 Jun 2026 | 01:33:50 | |
HOLY SHIT THE FINALS MVP RETURNS HOME. Will Lou and Alex Wong go live immediately after the announcement and geek out over the deal by Bobby Webster to bring the 2019 Finals MVP back to Toronto with a trade that sends out Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks, a pick swap, and two future second-round picks. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnn Taco Bell: https://www.tacobell.ca/en/menu?utm_source=TNN&utm_medium=Audio&utm_campaign=Triple%20Double%20Crunchwrap Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Raptors make offer on Kawhi Leonard, Masai trying to intercept | Kawhi Watch 2026 | 29 Jun 2026 | 01:06:44 | |
Will Lou and Alex Wong go live late on a Sunday night to discuss the latest wave of Kawhi Leonard trade rumors linked to the Toronto Raptors. Toronto's offer seems to be centered on Brandon Ingram and picks, while Dallas has jumped in with a very underwhelming set of players. The guys then talk about Canada's 1-0 win over South Africa at the 2026 FIFA World Cup to advance into the Round of 16. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhileonard This episode is a presentation of ToonieBet Online Sportsbook and Casino. Visit ToonieBet: https://tooniebet.ca/ca/landing/29cm-basketball-tnn Taco Bell: https://www.tacobell.ca/en/menu?utm_source=TNN&utm_medium=Audio&utm_campaign=Triple%20Double%20Crunchwrap Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||