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The Steam Room

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After 20 years together on Inside The NBA, Ernie Johnson and Charles Barkley still have a lot to talk about. The Steam Room podcast is the new platform for EJ, Chuck, and weekly guests to explore conversations beyond the world of basketball. Grab your bracelet and step into The Steam Room every Thursday… and please, remember to keep your towel on.

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Saturday · 1 hr 26 min
Skinny Guys + Spike Lee & Dion Dawkins
The NBA is BACK and so are Chuck and EJ with another episode of The Steam Room! Charles dives in with his ‘First of All’ takes on Jalen Hurts and Bill Belichick before Spike Lee joins to discuss the Knicks’ historic run and the stories behind some of his iconic films. Chuck shares his NBA season award predictions, including some hot takes on Giannis and the Heat. Buffalo Bills star tackle Dion Dawkins steps into the Steam Room (with his towel on) to talk life as an NFL lineman, playing alongside Josh Allen, and giving back to the youth in his community. The Fellas answer listener messages on Chuck’s ‘Answering Machine’, and EJ ends on a high note with a ‘Good For the Soul’ message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
October 3 · 1 hr 10 min
Cicadas Return + Candace Parker & Ian Eagle
Fall time is HERE, and Chuck and Ernie are back in the Steam Room with the NBA season just around the corner. Charles tips things off with an update on his daily Diet Coke intake as he and EJ honor some of the Top Women in Media. Candace Parker joins to reminisce about her Hall of Fame induction this summer before diving into the WNBA Playoffs, top names to take over as commissioner, and teams to watch this coming NBA this season. EJ puts Chuckster to the test with some hot takes ahead of NBA Opening Night in ’Round Mound’ and educate us on the habits of cicadas. Then Ian Eagle stops by to drop some knowledge on the start of the NFL season, dark horse teams in the NBA, and Philly’s BIG offseason moves. The fellas end with takes on pumpkin spice lattes from Chuck's 'Answering Machine' and a ‘Good For the Soul’ moment featuring Justin Verlander’s final career start in Detroit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 14 · 1 hr 3 min
Ducks on a Pole + Dusty May
Chuck & EJ are BACK for the final episode of Season 7 of The Steam Room after a wild March Madness! Chuck sounds off on tanking in the NBA and salutes the astronauts of the Artemis II mission in his 'First of All'. National Champion and Michigan Head Coach Dusty May joins the guys to talk Michigan's dominance, the aftermath of winning a national title, and how his 2023 run with FAU prepared him for the moment. The Fellas get some parting gifts for the season's end before Chuck takes a few Masters-related calls on his answering machine. Ernie then takes us back with a 'Good for the Soul' recap from throughout the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March 15 · 1 hr
Pie Day + Jalen Rose & Chris Webber
Chuck and EJ are back for another Steam Room session ahead of March Madness! Michigan legends Jalen Rose and Chris Webber join to talk the upcoming NCAA Tournament, the Wolverines and Pistons chances at championships this year, tell stories of the rise of the 'Fab Five', and share their perspectives on the infamous 'Timeout Game'. Chuckster sounds off on Bam Adebayo's record-breaking 83-point game, takes a few calls on his 'Answering Machine' about Timothée Chalamet and Pie Day, then leaves it to EJ to bring us home with his weekly 'Good for the Soul.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March 8 · 59 min
Rough Afros + Ryan Leak
The Steam Room is back in session with EJ and Chuck! Chuckster starts off by talking his improved golf game and playing with Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton before chiming in on the WNBA's ongoing CBA negotiations in his “First of All.” Transformational speaker Ryan Leak joins the fellas to share his story and the keys to having a positive mentality. Chuck kicks off his “Round Mound” reactions with his latest Publix obsession, undefeated Miami (OH)’s March Madness chances, and the 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine. The guys wrap things up with a few messages on Chuck’s Answering Machine and EJ’s “Good for the Soul” of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March 2 · 1 hr 9 min
Whiskey Drinkers + Quinn Hughes, Kenny Albert, & Flavor Flav
The Fellas are back in The Steam Room with a jam-packed episode of gold medals, grocery lists, and throwback stories. Chuck starts us off with his peanut butter bagel obsession before Quinn Hughes and Kenny Albert join for Winter Olympics talk following wins by the Team USA men and women. Flavor Flav stops by to drop some Michael Jordan lore before Chuckster takes a call on his Answering Machine, and EJ brings us home with his 'Good for the Soul' of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 22 · 1 hr 8 min
Cat Dads + Jesse Cole
Towels on! The Fellas are back in The Steam Room for Chuck’s 63rd birthday, Winter Olympics talk, and a conversation with Jesse Cole, founder of the Savannah Bananas. Chuck sets ground rules for jersey wearers and cat dads, then hears birthday wishes from loyal steamer Stav and other friends on his answering machine. EJ gets Chuckster’s ‘Round Mound’ reactions, shares his ‘Good for the Soul’ of the week, and brings a Krispy Kreme surprise for Chuck’s birthday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S7 · E1
February 2 · 56 min
Sliced Bread + Champ Bailey
The Steam Room Podcast is BACK with Season 7 and a guest appearance from Hall of Famer Champ Bailey to talk the Super Bowl and Belichick's HoF snub, along with a call-in from an old friend to Chuck's Answering Machine. Chuckster brings out his welding glasses for his First of All list, talks with EJ about his ideal “Last Meal,” and pitches a new Diet Coke jingle before Ernie shares his “Good for the Soul” audiobook recommendations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 10, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
Unsullied by Sponsorship, Season 6 Finale
The Season 6 finale features a memorable appearance from the longtime, legendary Producer of Inside The NBA, Tim Kiely, as well as an array of call-ins to Chuck’s Answering Machine. Ernie and Charles hear from Biz Nasty & Frenchie, talk about playing pickup hoops with The Undertaker, answer the question “has Chuck ever blinked at a bar tab?”, and reflect on what a long, strange trip it’s been in Studio J over the past 3 decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 21, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
Hands of Time + Eric Church & Mike Sielski
Eric Church enters The Steam Room to indulge Chuck’s new interest in Country music, talk about his relationship with Michael Jordan, and explain why golf means so much to him. Mike Sielski joins to discuss his new book, “Magic in the Air”, share stories about the history of the slam dunk, and put the Chuckster on the spot about why he never participated in a Dunk contest. Ernie and Charles reveal their hidden talents, entertain a wild hypothetical about finger liquids, and, as always, wrap with ‘Good for the Soul’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 8, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
War Damn Madness + Bruce Pearl
Bruce Pearl enters The Steam Room to somehow get Charles even more fired-up about Auburn heading into March Madness, and to discuss whether the SEC may be even tougher in basketball than football this year. Ernie and Chuck talk Timothée Chalamet, embarrassing moments, perfect days, and the worst time to raise ticket prices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 1, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min
Make It Matter + General Martin Dempsey
General Martin Dempsey enters The Steam Room for an enlightening conversation about leadership, his role as Chairman of USA Basketball, and embracing the concept of ‘creative friction’. Ernie and Charles give flowers to Diana Taurasi, discuss their favorite Oscar nominees, debate the duality of Kenny Smith, and the Chuckster tells a story about how he was almost traded to the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 21, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
Stealing Money + Jason Kelce
Jason Kelce enters The Steam Room to toast the Eagles Super Bowl victory, defend the ‘tush push’ (even though “it sucks”), reflect on Travis’s upcoming decision about whether to retire or keep playing, and shed light on the impact Taylor Swift fans have had on the popularity of his ‘New Heights’ podcast. Ernie & Charles discuss what it’s really like to be famous, the exciting world of Costco membership, and we celebrate The Chuckster’s birthday with a little help from Spike Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S6 · E10
Feb 7, 2025 · 59 min
The Can-Do Mindset + Candace Parker
TNT Host, WNBA champion, & Tennessee basketball legend Candace Parker joins The Steam Room once again to talk about her memoir, which is set to release in June, the craziness that ensued from the NBA Trade Deadline, and the best teams and players in college basketball currently. Chuck & Ernie discuss Subway commercials, All-Star Game competitiveness, and recall a story about Kenny Smith and a donkey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S6 · E9
Jan 31, 2025 · 1 hr 11 min
With Sports, Comes Love + Adam Lefkoe
TNT Host & rabid Philadelphia sports fan Adam Lefkoe enters The Steam Room to talk about the Eagles returning to the Super Bowl, hosting a podcast with Shaq, and what it’s like to attend a sporting event with Taylor Swift. Ernie and Charles discuss reality TV, ‘dry January’, and the Chuckster’s lack of experience with video games, including ones named after him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S6 · E8
Jan 26, 2025 · 1 hr 13 min
Winning Habits + Ryan Day & Jesse Itzler
Fresh off the Buckeyes National Championship, Ohio State HC Ryan Day enters The Steam Room to reflect on winning the big one, how he and his family dealt with the fallout after the Michigan loss, and the viral postgame golf cart “crash”. Entrepreneur, endurance athlete, and Hawks minority owner Jesse Itzler joins to talk winning habits, everyday enthusiasm as a virtue, and the practical benefits of maintaining a big calendar. Chuck & Ernie discuss Nike’s ill-fated Swooshman, disc golf, and ‘steam routines’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S6 · E7
Jan 17, 2025 · 46 min
Expecting Your Highest Performance Everyday + Bill Belichick
8x Super Bowl Champion Bill Belichick takes a break from the recruiting trail to talk UNC football, NFL playoff predictions, and why Rob Gronkowski owes his future HOF induction to Charles Barkley. Ernie reveals which posters he had on his bedroom wall growing up, Charles debates whether he would give up golf for a year in exchange for an Auburn National Championship, and the guys speculate what Shaq & Kenny would do if they hadn’t become basketball players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 8, 2025 · 1 hr 19 min
Unrushed, Unhurried, With Love + Matt Ryan, Masai Ujiri
Matt Ryan enters The Steam Room to preview the NFL Playoffs, debate tee box nerves versus tackle box nerves, and dealing with the legacy of ‘28-3’. Raptors President Masai Ujiri joins to reflect on the memory of his friend Dikembe Mutombo, and his lasting impact on African basketball. Ernie and Charles discuss changes to NCAA eligibility, that Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars song, and a real-life Dentist’s rebuke of the Chuckster’s questionable oral hygiene habits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 5, 2024 · 58 min
Who’s Winning The Match + Ben Stiller
Ben Stiller enters The Steam Room to talk about his beloved Knicks, the movie-making process, working with Eddie Murphy & Robert De Niro, and sitting courtside with Taylor Swift. Ernie and Charles discuss flag-planting etiquette, MJ vs LeBron, and the Chuckster’s highly questionable dental habits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 27, 2024 · 59 min
Chuck’s Favorite Holiday, Y’all + Mark Cuban, Amanda Serrano
Mark Cuban enters The Steam Room to talk Mavs, Shark Tank, Bluesky, and the possibility of a Cuban-Barkley ticket in 2028. Amanda Serrano joins to discuss her epic bout versus Katie Taylor on Netflix, what it meant for women’s boxing, and how she would approach a fight against the Chuckster. Ernie and Charles debate who would play the Inside guys in a movie, the most overrated/underrated thanksgiving dishes (shoutout Baby Kays!), swallowing gum, and, once again, candles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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