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Right On Target

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Episode 141: LeBron Leaves the Lakers, USA Advances, and NBA Free Agency Gets Wild

This week, the guys react to a wild stretch in sports as the USA advances in the 2026 World Cup and the NBA offseason keeps shifting by the day. Mike and Justin talk through USA’s win over Bosnia, the upcoming matchup with Belgium, LeBron James leaving the Lakers, where he could go next, and how Los Angeles is trying to rebuild around Luka Doncic with Walker Kessler, Collin Sexton, Quentin Grimes, and more. They also get into Jaylen Brown being traded to the 76ers, what it means for Boston and Philadelphia, Santi Aldama joining the Mavericks, Ja Morant heading to Portland, Kawhi Leonard returning to Toronto, and LaMelo Ball teaming up with Anthony Edwards in Minnesota. Later, the guys move into music and culture with BET Awards reactions, Cardi B and BIA, T.I.’s possible final album, B.o.B, corny rappers, new music, and more. Follow the podcast: Instagram: @rightontargetpod TikTok: @rightontargetpod YouTube: @rightontargetpodcast

Target Talk: Coach Tev on Film, Sports, and New Music

Coach Tev joins Target Talk for a conversation that shows how naturally all of his worlds connect. From growing up in Irving and being deep into sports, to later finding music and developing a real eye for film and visual storytelling, he talks about the experiences that shaped how he moves as an artist now. We also get into the way he thinks about visuals, why building a full world around the music matters to him, and what that looks like with the new music he has on the way. Between the conversation around storytelling, live performance, and how intentional he is with every release, this episode gives a strong look at what makes Coach Tev’s approach feel so distinct. Follow Coach Tev: @coachtev

Episode 140: Giannis to Miami, USA World Cup Knockouts, and NBA Draft Reactions

This week, the guys break down a packed week in sports, starting with the 2026 World Cup as the USA moves toward the knockout rounds and the group stage begins to take shape. They also get into the latest NBA movement, including Giannis Antetokounmpo being traded to the Miami Heat, the Dallas Mavericks hiring Dusty May, the 2026 NBA Draft, Austin Reaves staying with the Lakers, and what could be next for Dallas, Miami, and Los Angeles. Later, Mike and Justin move into music with a conversation about the passing of producer Tay Keith, the 2026 XXL Freshman list, YG’s new album The Gentlemen’s Club, The Paradox, and more. Shop Right On Target merch Instagram: @rightontargetpod TikTok: @rightontargetpod YouTube: @rightontargetpodcast

Target Talk: Amp Buchanan on A&R, Artist Development, and Building in Dallas

Amp Buchanan joins Target Talk for a conversation about what A&R really looks like when the cameras are off. He breaks down the unglamorous side of the job, what labels and executives are actually paying attention to, and why authenticity still matters more than inflated numbers. He also talks about building The Ntrl Co., working with some of the city’s top producers, and how he approaches helping artists move from raw talent to something ready for the next level. We also get into Dallas as a music city, what it still gets right, what it still gets wrong, and why so much of this comes down to timing, trust, and structure. From helping connect deals for artists like RJ the Weirdo and Saige Michael to speaking on the state of the scene more broadly, this episode gives a real look at the business side of music from someone who has been in the middle of it. Follow Amp Buchanan: @ampbuchanan Follow The Ntrl Co.: @thentrlco

Target Talk: ‘Sekend on Church Roots, Sunday Service, and Helluva Night

‘Sekend joins Target Talk to talk about the long road behind the music, from growing up as a pastor’s son and singing in church to studying at Berklee and slowly stepping into his own identity as an artist. He reflects on what church gave him, how he first started taking singing seriously, and why creating a clear separation between Cedric Jackson II and ‘Sekend became important once the music started feeling fully his. We also get into the move to LA, how he landed with Kanye West’s Sunday Service, and what that experience taught him about performance, preparation, and thinking bigger. Plus, ‘Sekend talks Helluva Night, the live show behind it, and why this next chapter feels like the right time to put even more of himself out front. Follow him: @worldofsekend

Episode 139: World Cup Begins, Spurs Blow a 29-Point Lead, Mahomes Lands Half a Billion

This week, the guys discuss the World Cup finally getting underway, what to expect from the early group stage, and which teams look like real contenders. They also get into Patrick Mahomes becoming the first player tied to a contract worth more than half a billion dollars, plus Tom Brady launching “Good Nut” coconut water. They also break down the Knicks taking control of the Finals after the Spurs blew a 29-point lead in Game 5, including De’Aaron Fox’s late decision making and Victor Wembanyama missing two huge free throws. In music, they touch on Vince Staples’ Crybaby and Blink-182 revisiting Take Off Your Pants and Jacket.

Episode 138: Myles Garrett to the Rams, Can the Knicks Really Do This? Jay-Z Had a Lot to Say

to the Rams, A.J. Brown finally landing in New England, Drake London getting paid, the Giants loading up at receiver, Russ retiring into the CBS booth, and Caleb Williams making Bears history on the Madden 27 cover. In basketball, they break down Knicks-Spurs in the Finals, what this matchup means for both teams, Steph Curry’s massive Li-Ning deal, and the Mavericks’ plan to move into a new arena district in North Dallas. In music, they get into the new albums from Latto and Billy White, plus Jay-Z’s freestyle at Roots Picnic.

Episode 137: Josh Jacobs in Serious Trouble, Knicks Back in the Finals, Cavaliers Exposed

Justin is back on the couch after a month away, and the guys get back to regular programming by catching up on fatherhood, the guest host run, and everything that happened while he was out. From there, they get into why the Cowboys still feel better coming out of the draft, the serious Josh Jacobs situation, the Knicks rolling into the Eastern Conference Finals, why the West still feels like the real championship, what could be next for Jaylen Brown and the Celtics, and where the Mavericks go after moving on from Jason Kidd. On the music side, they talk Drake’s three-project drop, iceman, habibti, and maid of honour, then close by showing love and anticipation to upcoming music. Follow the podcast: Website | Instagram | YouTube

Episode 136: Drake Has a Lot to Get Off, Jason Kidd Takes the Blame, Aaron Rodgers Hangs On

With Justin still out, Mike is joined by another guest host, ZayyB from the OTG Podcast, for an episode that starts with ZayyB giving an update on the OTG Podcast before the conversation shifts into Aaron Rodgers saying this will be his last season, what went wrong for the Nuggets, LeBron’s future with the Lakers, Jason Kidd being out in Dallas, Cleveland’s collapse against the Knicks, Jaylen Brown’s postgame comments, and why Spurs vs. Thunder feels like the most important series in the playoffs right now. On the music side, Mike and Zayy break down Drake’s ICEMAN rollout and the reaction to all three projects, ICEMAN, HABIBTI, and MAID OF HONOUR, then get into J.I.D’s comments about J. Cole, Isaiah Rashad’s new album, and a bigger conversation about podcasting, consistency, and building in Dallas.

Episode 135: Lakers Swept, Kevin Hart Roast Fallout, Isaiah Rashad Opens Up

With Justin still out, Mike is back with another guest host episode, this time joined by Amaelyah from Ethos. They get into Billy White’s show in Tyler, 100 Deep Houston, Isaiah Rashad’s Breakfast Club interview and the bigger conversation around privacy and masculinity in hip hop, Chris Brown’s Brown album, Drake’s Iceman expectations, the Lakers getting swept by the Thunder, the Timberwolves and Spurs series, Joel Embiid and the 76ers needing a reset, and reactions to the Kevin Hart roast and Tony Hinchcliffe controversy. Follow the podcast: Website | Instagram | YouTube

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