Episodes

  • NBA playoff takeaways: Are we rooting for the Clippers? Will the Grizzlies blow it up?
    Apr 25 2025

    Will and Alex break down the Clippers’ dominant Game 3 win over the Nuggets, the Grizzlies’ collapse after leading by 29 at home, and how Jimmy Butler’s injury could shift the Warriors-Rockets series. Then, they crack open a playoff six-pack and discuss: Nico Harrison’s end-of-season presser, The Athletic’s anonymous player poll, viral Asian NBA fans, and a debate on Mad Men vs. Succession. Finally, Jerome introduces a new BADBADNOTGOOD segment, gauging first-round panic levels around the league.


    #nba #nbaplayoffs #jamorant #goldenstatewarriors


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    Original Music by DIVISION 88.


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    2 hrs and 3 mins
  • Drafting the 15 Funniest and Most Memorable Raptors Moments of the 2024-25 Season
    Apr 23 2025

    Will, Alex and Jerome are joined by Mr. Raptor Moments to draft their favorite moments from the 2024-25 Toronto Raptors season as they reminisce about: Ja’Kobe Walter’s game-winner in Orlando, hot mics, Matt Devlin’s most iconic on-air call, their favorite 30th anniversary moments, the team dancing their way through a rebuilding year, and much more.


    #raptors #torontoraptors


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    Original Music by DIVISION 88.


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    1 hr and 58 mins
  • 10 things from wild first weekend of 2025 NBA playoffs + Should Raptors buy-low on these stars?
    Apr 21 2025

    Will, Alex, and Jerome recap the opening weekend of the NBA Playoffs (1:00), diving into Pascal Siakam’s role in Indiana, Kyle Kuzma’s unforgettable box score, and early impressions of Kawhi Leonard and Russell Westbrook. They break down Detroit’s fourth quarter no-show at Madison Square Garden, the Lakers’ growing concerns, Orlando’s offensive struggles, Cleveland’s G1 Big Three, and Golden State’s blueprint against the Rockets.


    Later, they take fan questions including trade proposals for Jonathan Kuminga (1:21:30), crack open a six-pack of WrestleMania takeaways (1:30:37) before debating whether the Raptors should target stars like Trae Young, Zion Williamson, or Devin Booker this off-season (1:48:00).


    #nba #nbaplayoffs #lebronjames #lalakers #lukadoncic


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    Original Music by DIVISION 88.


    Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca

    - Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.


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    2 hrs and 9 mins
  • First Round Playoff Predictions + Most intriguing player in each series
    Apr 18 2025

    Will, Alex, and Jerome make their first round picks and discuss most intriguing players and storylines heading into the postseason including: James Harden’s playoff resume, the history of “Steph Stoppers,” Giannis’s supporting cast in Milwaukee, the Pacer having the best team hashtag in the NBA, Cade Cunningham’s post-season debut, which former Raptor to root for, and more. Finally, we unveil Hello and Welcome’s official induction into the Law & Order cinematic universe courtesy of Ennis Esmer.


    Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show


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    Original Music by DIVISION 88.


    Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca

    - Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.


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    Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca

    Greta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/toronto


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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • Masai Ujiri and Darko Rajakovic praise Raptors' progress this year, and lay out plans for future
    Apr 16 2025

    Will and Alex recap Masai Ujiri and Darko Rajakovic’s end of season pressers and discuss: whether the Brandon Ingram trade impacted the team’s rebuilding plans, Masai giving a high grade for the team’s culture, whether the Raptors should add a young big, if Chris Boucher’s tenure in Toronto is coming to an end, and Masai reflecting on his inability to enjoy the 2019 championship run.


    #raptors #torontoraptors


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    Original Music by DIVISION 88.


    Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca

    - Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.


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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Takeaways from Raptors Exit Interviews: Scottie Barnes sets playoff expectations for 2025-26
    Apr 14 2025

    Will and Alex recap today’s end-of-season interviews from Raptors players and discuss: Scottie’s comments on playoff expectations for next season, Brandon Ingram’s plan to return to an All-Star level, RJ Barrett’s future with the team, and more.


    Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show


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    Original Music by DIVISION 88.


    Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca

    - Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.


    Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/0mx1y6wb


    Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca

    Greta Bar YYZ: https://www.gretabar.com/locations/toronto


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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • React Pod: Scottie Barnes goes for 35-11-8 in finale + H/W fan appreciation episode
    Apr 14 2025

    Will Lou, Alex Wong, and Jerome Cheng discuss the Toronto Raptors' 125-118 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 82. They discuss Scottie Barnes' dominant 35-11-8 outing in the final game of the season, the unfortunate injury to Garrett Temple, and Jamison Battle's hot shooting.


    Then, they say thank you and show appreciation for show listeners. This is the last Raptors reaction podcast of the season, but the show will continue in the offseason. In the meantime, we take lots of fan questions.


    They also hand out free Hello and Welcome merch and a pair of RJ Barrett personal edition Puma sneakers. Email info@stevenlebron.com for contest entries.


    Three stars: Will Lou, Jerome Cheng, Alex Wong

    Gerald Henderson award: Mandy Mayhem


    We'll have giveaways throughout the show, and a big surprise courtesy of Alex.


    #raptors #nba #mavericks


    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.


    Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca

    Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.


    Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/...


    Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca


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    2 hrs and 9 mins
  • React Pod: Raptors ready to say "1-2-3 Cancun!" in Dallas, so this episode become a banter pod
    Apr 12 2025

    Will Lou and Alex Wong go live during the Toronto Raptors' 124-102 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. They discuss the continued benching of Chris Boucher, Bobby Webster's comments on Brandon Ingram, and then devolve into banter podcast topics.


    Three stars: Ochai Agbaji, Garrett Temple's stops, Scottie Barnes

    Gerald Henderson award: Brandon Williams


    raptors #nba #mavericks


    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.


    Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. https://betway.ca

    Only Available In Ontario, must be 19+. Please play responsibly.


    Download the Betway app: https://betway.onelink.me/3010529547/...


    Tangerine: www.tangerine.ca


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    1 hr and 37 mins
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