It's a Hard Knicks Life

On this episode, Barry decides to blow off Blandy and record on his own, only making Blandy aware the morning after. Barry on his own elaborates on why the Knicks look like they're playing at half their capability. Following a loss and an unimpressive victory, Barry is left wondering when and how the team will get their act together. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper Follow us on Instagram @itsahardknickslife For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company...

The Athletic’s Knicks beat writer James Edwards III joins us to assess the season so far—and discuss why some of our biggest concerns feel awfully familiar. We break down the questions at backup center, our confidence in the guards, and what might come next for Leon Rose. Is he looking to stay at the helm, or could a new chapter be on his mind? Plus, Blanderson delivers a heartfelt apology to his family for choosing podcast time over family time. We also tackle listener voicemails and take our customary trip Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper. Visit our Patr...

Champions Night brought the rings, the emotions—and some rusty basketball. We break down the Knicks’ season opener against the Sixers, from the ring ceremony to a sloppy performance by both teams. Despite the struggles, there were encouraging signs in the Knicks’ offensive process and plenty to discuss about Andre Drummond and Jose Alvarado. What does the opener tell us about where New York and Philadelphia go from here? Plus, Barry debuts a new apology segment with a mea culpa to Tyler Kolek for last week’s comments, we dive into listener voicemails, and Blanderson Hooper takes us Around the NBA. Vi...

Barry and Blandy contextualize the meaning of Knicks preseason basketball and what the season ahead may look like for the Orange and Blue. Other talking points include: Julius Randle moody? Na’ah!, Tyler Kolek is large, the flop police, the final roster spot, accepting that the Duece might be set loose, and Philly and the season opener. To round things out, Blandy discusses his trip to New York Comic Con and his encounters with the very attractive Rosario Dawson and a very unattractive Slave Princess Leia. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on...

After Barry calls out Jonathan for two of his mis-steps last season, the boys all settle in and talk Knicks preseason, the looming KAT extension, and James Dolan. Barry then runs Blandy and Jon through a new game called Fill My Hole. Plus Blanderson is back with a new "Around the NBA" and Barry’s son gets detention. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper Follow us on Instagram @itsahardknickslife For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See ht...

It’s still a hard Knicks life. The jersey is as heavy as ever, there are eligible extensions that need to get done, Brunson didn’t work out this summer, and there’ll be a target on their backs all season long. Barry and Blanderson return for HKL’s 10th season, guiding you through the ‘26-‘27 season as the New York Knicks look to repeat as NBA champions. Hear some clips from media day, both in NY and around the league, the boys thoughts on the season ahead, their takes on the rest of the East, and Blanderson’s close call with deat...

Barry and Blandy decide to hop on for a random mid-summer episode. Blandy gives a Summer League update as well as one on the Knicks current roster situation. They talk anbout LeBron & the Sixers. Also, don’t miss segments like: Blandy “The Hunter” and Blandy’s mom is bat sh*t! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok @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...

Hard Knicks Life Best of: Season 3, Episode 42, 7/7/20 On today’s show: why the delay in the Knicks Coaching search, should the team dictate the entire Coaching Staff, Frank to play in French Summer League, the news with J. Edgar Hooper, and your voicemails! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok @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.

Hard Knicks Life Best of: Season 7, Episode 9, 1/5/24 It’s an EMERGENCY Hard Knicks Life Podcast as the boys FINALLY talk about the BIGGEST Knicks trade since the Snake as we acquire OG Anunoby for RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley - listen NOW for our takes, your takes and a special behind the scenes voicemail with the LEGEND Ralph. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok @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 in...

Hard Knicks Life Best of: Season 2, Episode 46, 6/5/19 On today's show, Craig and Barry talk about the latest in the Durant and Kyrie rumors and welcome to the show the world renowned psychic and tarot card reader Angela Lucy, for a look into the Knicks fortunes. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok @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.

Hard Knicks Life Best of: Season 5, Episode 31, 7/1/22 Craig, Barry and Blandy react to the first day of free agency and signings of Jalen Brunson (4y/104M) and Isaiah Hartenstein, discuss next possible moves by Leon and the front office and celebrate the demise of the Brooklyn Nets after the Kevin Durant trade request news. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok @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...

Hard Knicks Life Best of: Season 3, Episode 5, 9/5/19 On today’s show, Craig and Barry are "joined in studio” by an unnamed player and his lovely girlfriend aka “Bongos,” and discuss Frank’s recent play for Team France, Batum calling Ntilikina “The Future,” ranking the Knicks current point guards, a positive tweet from Stefan Bondy, the Nets flawed culture, and your questions and voicemails! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.ad...

Friend of the show, James Edwards III, who has covered the Knicks for The Athletic for the past two seasons stops by to hang with Barry and Blandy. They talk potential Knicks moves, the Knicks mindset, Mitchell Robinson, Jeremy Sochan, even Iggy Brazdeikis! This one's short and sweet (just like Blandy). No news, no VM's. Let's go! Follow us on TikTok for all of our great Knicks content @BlandyHooper Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https...

The Knicks came into this season with one goal in mind - to win the NBA Championship. What felt like the Knicks against the world at times culminated in one of the most dominant postseason runs of all time. Jalen Brunson climbed another rung of the ladder to legendary Knick status, grabbing his first ring and Finals MVP. The whole crew hopped on the mic to celebrate this incredible moment. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow us on TikTok for all of our great Knicks content @BlandyHooper Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow...

The tip from OG… The tip of KAT’s—wait for it—finger…the tip of the iceberg. The Knicks have had lots of glory this postseason run but have not yet achieved their one and only goal of winning the NBA Finals. Barry and Blandy take you through Game 4 and react to voicemails! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow us on TikTok for all of our great Knicks content @BlandyHooper Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...

As the Knicks and Spurs move from San Antonio to New York, Barry and Blandy get on the mics to process where they are at mentally and emotionally. They cover Games 1 and 2, who’s been cooking and who hasn’t, and take a bunch of amazing voicemails! Barry also delivers a homework assignment for the listeners. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow us on TikTok for all of our great Knicks content @BlandyHooper Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simp...

Barry and Blandy get to discuss the Finals matchup for the first time, knowing the Knicks will be going up against the San Antonio Spurs. They share their Finals predictions and reasoning behind them. They talk high ticket prices, play more fake celebrity voicemails, and a mini edition of "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...

A little celebration for a huge accomplishment by the New York Knicks. 'It's A Hard Knicks Life' no more--at least not for the next week. Barry and Blandy share the series win with the fans as they listen to the celebratory calls come in. They reflect on the Knicks' historically dominant post season run and what it means in the context of Knicks history. Blandy shares a heartfelt message with the listeners.  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 u...

Jalen Brunson and the Knicks exorcised (yeah, that’s right, exorcised) some demons by winning Game One of the ECF with a comeback that paralleled the defeat they suffered last year in the same situation (G1 ECF). Barry and Blandy discuss Brunson’s heroics, Mike Brown’s adjustments, and give their series predictions for the rest of the way. The callers were over the moon with some new voicemails and Blanderson delivers his weekly "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 g...

Seven wins a row surely feels like heaven and the guys try to put it in perspective. They give flowers to a bunch of guys— including Deuce, KAT, Clarkson, and Shamet. Former HKL host Craig joins Barry and Blandy for the second half of the show. Voicemails, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper," the girl from Philly @rossitakes, and the guys talk about if they will weep if/when NY wins the championship. 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 Fo...

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...

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...

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 Ti...

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...

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 Kn...

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 an...

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...

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 Ho...

The guys talk about the Knicks ups and downs, highlighting Mitchell Robinson, Jose Alvarado, Mikal Bridges, Jalen Brunson, and even the injured Duece McBride. They discuss how much respect the Boston Celtics should be given and the odds of them going all the way. Barry and Blandy try to rank who they believe have the best chance to make it out of the Eastern Conference. Barry divulges a certain word which he just found out that he has mistakenly said the wrong way for his entire life. Voicemails, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper", Bam takes, and much, much more!  Vi...

Barry and Blandy react to the Knicks tough loss to the Thunder at MSG. While they lament the loss, they also spend time praising the extended run of winning, backed by elite defense, over their last 20 games. There are plenty of voicemails to sort through, and during "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper," the guys give their opinions on the Magic City story. 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 h...

With Christian sidelined, James Edwards III, Knicks beat reporter for The Athletic, joins Barry and Blandy to take the current temperature of the Knicks. They talk KAT, Mike Brown, the Knicks roster, NBA arenas, and Barry’s embarrassing IG algorithm. Blanderson delivers his weekly ‘Around the NBA’, and the trio get serenaded by Ralph. 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 ht...

Barry and Blandy gush over the Jose Alvarado acquisition. They mention Jeremy Sochan too (but don't expect as much excitement). Is Brunson playing smart or just dumb hero ball?  The Knicks are 35-20 which may have sealed their fate in missing out on a ring this year. Hear why!  As always, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper" and YOUR voicemails! 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 Ho...

The Knicks are tracking upward since their 2-9 stretch and have hit on something that has led them to 6 straight wins. The guys discuss what that “something” might be and if it’ll be sustainable for a championship run. They talk KAT, Shamet, OG, Mike Brown, and how they have all played a significant part in the team’s turnaround. Also on tap: the Ralph of yesteryear returns, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper", Barry’s close call, and more! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for...

Blandy and Christian host the latest HKL episode without Barry, due to Snowmageddon. They discuss the last three Knicks games against the Kings, 76ers, and the Nets, and whether KAT should be put on the trading block. After listening to voicemails, including one from a longtime absent listener, Jason discusses the trials and tribulations of having a boomer parent. This is an episode everyone will have on repeat. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on...

Jonathan Macri from Knicks Film School returns to HKL to talk about the worst Knicks stretch in years. They talk about possible reasons and possible solutions…A LOT of KAT talk!…does a trade exist? Voicemails, "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper" and more! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and 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...

First time guest Doug Berns, aka DugLust, joins the crew as they talk about his craft, his journey, his process, and his fandom. They also talk about the return of Josh Hart, the starting line-up, Mike Brown’s coaching, and possible trades. And as always, voicemails, and "Around the NBA with Blanderson Hooper!" Follow Doug on X and Instagram @duglust Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.th...

It’s been 5 games since the last pod, so the boys discuss what was in the water during the Knicks four game skid. They talk about the win over the Clippers that snapped the streak as well as Karl Anthony Towns and his performance. Blanderson has a message, Cade vs Brunson vs Maxey, Applebees and more! Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Si...

James Edwards III from The Athletic stops by for some shenanigans and to talk about the exciting play of the Knicks.  The White Elephant Party is discussed, with the actions of Barry's wife one again being put under a microscope, and the pod has to end so Christian can go eat dinner. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

The boys talk about the NBA-Cup-Champion-Era-Knicks and how they’ve handled the games that followed their victorious run in Vegas. Brunson’s continued heroics, McBride’s absence, Robinson’s free throw streak, and Kolek’s growth are just a few of the topics that get discussed. And cookie talk. Lots of cookie talk. This quite possibly could be the greatest podcast ever recorded in history. Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch...

A day removed from the NBA Emirates Cup Final, Barry, Blandy, and Christian rehash the merits of the in-season tournament and the value of winning the cup.  They discuss Brunson’s class, Clarkson’s glimmer, and Kolek’s balls.  They also weigh in on the ridiculous banner controversy, and Blandy is about to be in cookie heaven.   Visit our Patreon at patreon.com/HardKnicksLifePod Follow Barry on X @barrydworkin Follow Blandy on X @BlandyHooper Follow us on TikTok for our pre and post game Haikus @BlandyHooper Follow us on YouTube @blandyhooper For HKL merch check out hardknickslife.threadless.com Hosted by Simple...