Episodes

  • Riding the Tidal Wave

    Riding the Tidal Wave
    May 6 2026
    Barry and Blanderson chop it up between Games 1 & 2 against the Sixers. They cover all the Philly excuses, highlighting the difference in character between the two squads. Karl Anthony Towns' transformation continues to warm Barry's heart. Blandy is not necessarily saying that he is encouraging physical harm to Philly's big fella, but he is not saying that he doesn't like it either (wink wink, Mikal). They try to unpack how much the convincing win was the Knicks' otherworldly play or the "emotional" and "physical" fatigue (whiners) of Philadelphia; therefore being or not being sustainable. Some carryover voicemails from after Game 6 and a bunch celebrating Game 1's victory. And last but not least: "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper." Go Knicks! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    57 mins
  • Hawk Tuah

    Hawk Tuah
    May 1 2026
    The Knicks absolutely slaughtered the Hawks in historic fashion to close out the series, so Barry and Blandy hopped on to record an impromptu postgame episode. After recounting the game, mainly that first half, they share a bunch of voicemails celebrating the win. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    45 mins
  • Evening the Score

    Evening the Score
    Apr 27 2026
    The full crew is back and then some. HKL OG and creator, Craig, returns to the show to talk about the series thus far as the guys break down who has performed well and who has not. They critique Mike Brown and his adjustments as well as question a few players’ deficiencies through the first four games. The boys round out the show with voicemails, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper," and Barry and his wife trying out new things. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Time to Course Correct

    Time to Course Correct
    Apr 23 2026
    The HKL crew reacts to the Game 2 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Barry and Blandy pick at Mike Brown's mistakes and what ultimately led to a horrible, disheartening defeat. Deuce takes a deuce, Shamet's invisible, Mitch is not playing enough, Clarkson has been terrific (also not playing enough) and KAT needs more touches; yeah JB, we're looking at you. A couple of short voicemails and "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper' rounds out the show. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    47 mins
  • Playoff Preview with James Edwards III

    Playoff Preview with James Edwards III
    Apr 17 2026
    Barry, Blandy, and James Edwards III talk about the Knicks’ upcoming matchup against the Atlanta Hawks in Round 1. They discuss how Atlanta will look to stop the Knicks offense and how the Knicks will fare behind their fearless leader and captain, Jalen Brunson. They talk KAT, Mitchell Robinson, Bridges, Duece, Clarkson and the young but confident Hawks roster. James clears the air and puts to rest any idea that Fred Katz is babysitting him in NY this postseason . As usual the boys listen to voicemails, and frequent caller DB asks who we think is the most likely toker on the Knicks. All that and "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper." Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • All We Have Is Hope

    All We Have Is Hope
    Apr 8 2026
    The Knicks are in the home stretch—quite literally as they travel back to MSG for the their final three games of the regular season. Barry and Blandy relive one of the most exciting games in recent memory, as the Knicks edged out the Hawks in thrilling fashion. They talk Brunson heroics and scary ankle rolls, KAT dominating and distributing as well as still being inconsistent, and playoff preparation and matchup uncertainty. They also discuss playoff rotations, who they have faith in, and who is still finding their groove. Gummy-free Barry talks about his no good horrible very bad day and Blandy talks about his newfound foray into the world of vinyl. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • What is this team made of?

    What is this team made of?
    Apr 3 2026
    Barry and Blandy talk about if this Knicks team has the right stuff to make it to the Finals. The concerns about the inconsistent play run deep, and the guys proclaim just how much concern they have. Listen for Ralphmails, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper,' and find out why Jose Alvarado keeps calling Barry. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Knicks Like It From Behind

    Knicks Like It From Behind
    Mar 20 2026
    Barry and Blandy question the Knicks appetite for playing from behind, especially against lesser opponents. They try to make sense of this Mikal Bridges season and try to figure out where he is in the pecking order. Blandy praises Landry Shamet and Barry questions Mike Brown’s coaching style. The boys play some Ralphmails and Blanderson delivers "Around The NBA"! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 1 min