In The N.O. - A New Orleans Pelicans Pod

In the N.O. is the official podcast of Bourbon Street Shots (an ESPN TrueHoop Network affiliate) hosted by Shamit Dua and Mason Ginsberg. The podcast dives deep into New Orleans Pelicans and NBA basketball, covering both the team as well as the latest hot topics and trends around the league.

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In the NO Podcast Episode 48: Looking for a Fav...
Michael and I talk about the week of games, the week to come, more draft, and more thinking towards the future.  Oh, and I fail to ambush Michael not once, as "Mikestrodamus" proves unflappable.  Whatever. Next time I'll ask him about Star Trek.  Dude probably doesn't know the difference between a Betazoid and a Bajoran.  Loser.
71 min
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In the NO Episode 47: Into the Garbage Chute
Ryan and Michael discuss the first two weeks of the season, what we like, what we don't like.  Inevitably, talk turns to the future, a little about the draft, and where they think the Timberwolves will finish the season.  Playoffs or not?  Listen, and give us your thoughts!
52 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 46: Season Preview
Ryan and Michael elaborate on their season previews.  You'll probably hate my pessimism.  Michael tries to set me straight though. Fools.  i cannot be swayed!
38 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 45: Assets!
Ryan and Michael bring on Breene Murphy of the ClipperBlog and Zach Harper of ESPN's Daily Dime Live and AWolfAmongWolves.net to talk about the assets the Hornets got in the Chris Paul Trade.
37 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 44: It's the End of t...
And I feel fine. So does Michael.  Do you?  Ryan and Michael talk the trade that wasn't, the trade that was, the moves that could be, and the future chance at greatness for the team.  They also talk about David West leaving, and some of the more inflammatory comments he made once he arrived in Indiana.  Michael Cries.  Or does he?  You should listen to find out.
86 min
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In the NO Podcast: Trading Paul for a Christmas...
Yeah.  Michael tries to talk about boring crap like TJ Ford and Chuck Hayes, but I put his nose to the grindstone and get talking about when the Hornets trade Chris Paul and what sort of surprise package we can expect for him.  I'm hoping for a Lego Castle set.
35 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 42: Chris Paul, Chris...
The guys talk about Chris Paul, whether he'll stay or go - and what to try to get for him if he goes.  Oh, and we try to apportion blame for the fact the Hornets have had a megastar for 7 years, and have generally failed to contend. I blame McNamara.
61 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 41: Free Agents!
After having dismissed half the Hornets Free Agents back to the obscurity of the open market, Ryan and Michael McNamara express their hopes for free agency.  Or distaste.  En route, they give you what they'd like to see on the team if Paul is around - and what they'd like to see if Paul walks out that door.
55 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 40: Competing General...
Jason Calmes hosts as Ryan and Michael play competing Hornets GMs, deciding which of the Hornets own free agents they would extend an offer to and which they would send packing.  Will either of them give David West some love?
53 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 39: Ownership, Ticket...
Ryan, Jason and Michael talk about ownership issues, profitability, and other issues that impact the Hornets staying in New Orleans.  It's odd how good the Hornets seem to look despite all their "issues".
32 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 38: Loving the CBA in...
The guys return for the 2011-2012 season as the CBA is tentatively agreed on.  Ryan, Michael and special guest Jason Calmes sink their teeth into the CBA, talk about how it impacts the boys in Creole Blue and the rest of the league.  Also, prepare to be disgusted by Michael.  Like usual.
39 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 37: Building a New Ho...
Ryan and Michael put together the off-seasons that each want to see from the Hornets, trading, signing, and each attempting to improve the team.  Bask in their mad GM skills - - or mock them.  Either works for us. Enjoy!
58 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 36: The Other Guy
In a few weeks - or possibly a year if the CBA negotiations suck as hard as we expect it too, there will be teams offering David West the sun, the moon, the stars, and to be his baby momma if he so desires.  Tonight, we talk with Jared Wade of the Truehoop Network's Pacers Blog 8 points, 9 seconds, as the Pacers are one of a small set of teams that aren't likely to be terrible next year, need a power forward, and have money to throw at Fluffy. We'll also catch up about James Posey and some cat named Collison. Enjoy!
29 min
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In the No Podcast Episode 35, Part 3: I love fe...
In the third and final part of the Podcast recorded on the 20th, Michael and Ryan talk draft, draft, draft.  Oh, and trades.  And some draft.  And some draft-related trades.  And some trade-related drafting. I love the draft.
37 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 35: Part 2
Ryan and Michael talk about the CBA, which players are most likely to go, which will stay, and spend a bunch of time on David West and his ability to opt out.
33 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 35: Daddy Issues and ...
In part 1 of the June 20th Podcast, Michael McNamara espouses a pet theory, the guys talk about LeBron and the playoffs, and discuss in general what might actually be Parity in the NBA.  For those who spend a lot of money.
27 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 34: Looking Forward
Ryan and Michael talk about the roster, what players should or shouldn't stick around, how to handle West and Landry, express their hopes for the team, and Ryan goes all downer and almost makes Michael want to cry. Really. Enjoy!
74 min
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In the NO Episode 33: Breaking out the Red Ink
In part 1 of their Season Review Podcast, Michael and Ryan talk the last two games of the series and then review the players play over the course of the season, discuss their futures with the team, and break out the red ink to give grades to each of them. You will enjoy this episode, or we'll give you an "F".
80 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 32: Wonky!
Michael and Ryan talk about how wonky this first round matchup has been.  Freakishly, Awesomely Wonky.  We also play "Exposed, Acceptable." Enjoy the Podcast, hopefully as much as you enjoyed game 4.
51 min
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In the NO Podcast Episode 31: Interview with th...
In a special edition of the In the NO Podcast, Ryan and Michael are joined by Andy Kamenetsky of the Land O Lakers blog at ESPNLA.  Andy answers questions about Gasol, the Lakers bench, Trevor Ariza, and how confident the Lakers fans are that they will still win this series.  Good times. Enjoy!
44 min
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In the NO Episode 30: Chris Paul will eat your ...
Michael and Ryan dissect the Hornets win over the Lakers in Los Angeles.  They are probably smug, insufferable, and you really want to listen and feel good about your team. Woooooo!
60 min