Wake Up and Win with DeVon Pouncey
Self-Improvement
About
On the Wake up and Win podcast we focus on the intersectionality of sports, politics and culture. Our goal in every episode is to give our listeners a formula to go out and win.
Episodes
- Episode 329: "Vibes are High"
This episode covers the Portland Fire game, NBA Playoffs, and tributes to Brandon Clarke and Jason Collins. It also includes reviews of the movie "Michael", anticipation for Drake's album, and a "Takin L's" segment.
- Episode 328: "Elements" Featuring Senator Ron Wyden
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden joins the show to discuss the Portland Fire's return game and summer issues for Oregonians. The episode also features discussions on the NBA Playoffs and DeVon's musical plans.
- Episode 327: "Proof is in the Pudding"
The podcast recaps the Portland Trail Blazers season and DeVon Pouncey's first year with the team. It also covers thoughts on the NBA playoffs, Kehlani's new album, favorite albums of the year, and Steve Stoute's perspective on fame versus…
- Episode 326: "Knocked The Bully Out"
This episode covers the Portland Trail Blazers' play-in victory against the Phoenix Suns, the Netflix documentary 'Untold: Jail Blazers,' and the Portland Fire WNBA draft selections.
- Episode 325: "(DeVon) Hurley"
Wake Up and Win episode 325 covers the passing of Oregon broadcasting legend Grant McOmie, predictions for the NCAA women's and men's Final Four, and an incident involving Dan Hurley. The discussion also touches on 'Takin L's'.
- Episode 324: "Hustling Backwards"
On this episode we discuss Jay-Z mentioning Portland in his recent GQ interview and speculate what it meant for Portland (15:45), and DeVon discusses his experience attending the NCAA tournament in Portland (41:37). We finish the episode w…
- Episode 323: "Two Things Can Be True"
On our return episode after spending some time away we discuss the WNBA and WNBPA coming to a verbal CBA agreement (13:27), potential NBA expansion to Las Vegas and Seattle (35:38), Bam Adebayo scores 83 (50:10). We also bring back our "Ta…
- Episode 322: "Last Calls"
On this episode we reflect on Spencer's first full season as the Pacific University Basketball play-by-play voice (5:56). We also share our thoughts on NBA All-Star weekend (31:20), reflect on the life and legacy of the late Rev. Jesse Jac…
- Episode 321: "They Need Me"
On this episode we recap the Super Bowl (4:30) and the Bad Bunny Performance during halftime (10:49). We also precap NBA All-Star weekend (25:43). We discuss Senator Ron Wyden becoming the longest tenured US Senator in the history of the S…
- Episode 320: "Peekaboo"
On this episode we discussed our thoughts surrounding ICE and the arrest of Don Lemon (11:33), we precap Super Bowl LX (42:40) and we recap the Grammy's and our predictions (50:30)
- Episode 319: "Household name?"
This episode covers Indiana Footballs College Football Playoff win and its implications, the WNBA and Portland Fire release schedules amid CBA issues, NBA All-Star starters, and emerging threats to DJs.
- Episode 318: "Vaudevillian Broadcasting"
This episode covers Charlamagne Tha God's contract extension with Iheartmedia, Snoop Dogg's role as an NBA analyst, and rapid-fire discussions on the College Football Playoff and WNBA CBA negotiations.
- Episode 317: "Diamond Year"
The final episode of the year, "Diamond Year," recaps 2025 with hosts DeVon and Spencer. They discuss DeVon's career change, favorite political and sports moments, a standout episode of their show, and a favorite music moment.
- Episode 316: "The Historic Revenue Stream"
Episode 316 of Wake Up and Win covers the significance of Club 520 and Adidas's historic shoe deal, alongside the WNBA's proposed CBA deal and the dispute over housing.
- Episode 315: "Breaking The Ice"
In "Breaking The Ice," host DeVon Pouncey shares his experience as the in-arena host for recent Portland Trail Blazer games and touches on NBA star injuries.
- Episode 314: "The Process"
Wake Up and Win episode 314 covers Grammy nomination predictions, DeVon's experience at a Youngboy show, and a discussion about Stephen A. Smith.
- Episode 313: "I Might Leave Early..."
This episode covers Zohran Mamdani's Mayoral election in NYC, midterm election results, the Dodgers' World Series victories, the start of the Men's college basketball season, and Hip-Hop's chart performance.
- Episode 312: "Not Compelled"
This episode covers the government shutdown, the non-release of SNAP benefits starting November 1st, 2025, and predictions for the NBA season and opening week.
- Episode 311: "A Genius Conversation"
Episode 311 covers NBA opening night and its broadcast, the Portland Fire's new Head Coach Alex Sarama alongside other WNBA news, and the passing of D'Angelo.
- Episode 310: "Big 3 to Big Me"
The podcast episode discusses "Jimmy Kimmel Live," WNBA events like playoffs and MVP awards, coaching shifts, Jason Verrett's Hall of Fame induction, and Ice Cube's tour. DeVon Pouncey attended Ice Cube's concert.
- Episode 309: "Speaking of Hits..."
This episode of Wake Up and Win covers recent events including the WNBA playoffs, Coach Dan Lanning's remarks on the Charlie Kirk incident, and Adam Silver's statements on the NBA. It also touches on the boxing match where Bud Crawford def…
- Episode 308: "The Bull Don't Care"
This episode covers the assassination of Charlie Kirk and its potential implications, President Trump's remarks on Portland, OR, end-of-season WNBA thoughts, NFL and college football including a personal account of an Oregon Ducks game, an…
- Episode 307: "Key Intersections" Featuring Hank Stern
This episode features Hank Stern discussing the legacy of George Raveling, previewing the Oregon Ducks vs. Oklahoma State football game, and covering recent news about the Portland Fire.
- Episode 306: "The Eye Test"
In this solo episode, DeVon Pouncey reviews the press conference for Portland Fire General Manager Vanja Cernivec, considers the possibility of a WNBA lockout, shares his experience seeing The Roots live and reflects on Black Thought's MC…
- Episode 305: "Between the Cracks"
On this episode DeVon reflects on his experience attending the Big 3 celebrity game and semifinals in Dallas (9:41). The guys also discuss the latest in the WNBA (33:50), Tank Vs. Jake Paul announcement (46:10), the Trailblazers have reach…
- Episode 304: "Follow The Art"
This episode discusses the passing of Hulk Hogan and C.C. Sabathia's Hall of Fame induction. It also covers news items including Coach Prime, Shannon Sharpe, and Gilbert Arenas.
- Episode 304: "Follow The Art"
This episode covers the passing of Hollywood Hogan, C.C. Sabathia's Hall of Fame induction, and rapid-fire discussions on Coach Prime, Shannon Sharpe, and Gilbert Arenas.
- Episode 303: "Pay Us What You Owe Us"
This episode covers Damian Lillard's return to the Portland Trail Blazers, WNBA All-Star weekend, the WNBA players' CBA offer rejection, and the New York Times article on the Joe Budden Podcast's success.
- Episode 302: "Malice in the Palace"
The episode covers DeVon Pouncey DJing D.O.L.L.A. weekend, the Portland Fire announcement, recent music releases from Clipse and Jane Handcock, and the Northwest Conference new media rights deal.
- Episode 301: "Big Bad Bill"
The hosts discuss their trip to Seattle, WNBA expansion in Philadelphia, Detroit, and Cleveland, the situation with Portland's WNBA team, and current NBA offseason transactions. Spencer also offers his perspective on "Big Beautiful Bill".
- Episode 300: "Three - Double - Oh"
This episode of Wake Up and Win celebrates reaching the 300th episode milestone. The discussion includes a recap of the NBA Finals, WNBA updates, thoughts on Neo-Soul's placement in an R&B artists list, and news regarding alternative first…
- Episode 299: "Unapologetically Black"
This Juneteenth episode features DeVon Pouncey recounting his black rodeo weekend experience in Portland. The discussion also includes Glorilla's BET Gospel award win and its implications for black music, alongside updates on the NBA Final…
- Episode 298: "Everyday People" Featuring David Pouncey Sr.
David Pouncey Sr. joins the show to discuss the life of Sly Stone. Hosts DeVon and Spencer also discuss the NBA Finals and the new NBA All-Star format.
- Episode 297: "Double Crossover" Featuring Dr. Courtney M. Cox
Dr. Courtney M. Cox joins Wake Up and Win to discuss her transition from journalism to academia and authorship. The conversation includes topics from her book, "Double Crossover: Gender, Politics, and Performance in Basketball," focusing o…
- Episode 296: "Just Be Happy"
This episode of Wake Up and Win features DeVon Pouncey discussing WNBA opening weekend, a New York Times article about Stephen A. Smith potentially wanting to be Joe Rogan, and briefly touching on the NBA Playoffs.
- Episode 295: "Next Generation Surfacing..."
This episode of Wake Up and Win covers Michael Jordan's new role as a Special Contributor for NBC's NBA coverage, the news of the Portland Trailblazers being for sale, and updates on the NBA playoffs.
- Episode 294: "Knicks in 6"
This episode covers an article about Chicago-based broadcaster/DJ Adam Amin, the NBA playoffs, and the return of the WNBA.
- Episode 293: "Farewell, Street Roots"
This episode covers the NFL draft status of Shedeur Sanders, current NBA playoff discussions, and DeVon Pouncey's departure from Street Roots after seven years.
- Episode 292: "The Warm Up" Featuring Senator Ron Wyden
This episode features discussions on Lowkey Golf and an upcoming tournament, the latest NBA playoff news, and Senator Ron Wyden's insights on the groundbreaking for new Portland WNBA facilities.
- Episode 291: "Defensive Specialists"
This episode features congratulations for Coach Chauncey Billups on his contract extension and discusses NBA postseason predictions. The hosts apologize for the episode's late release.
- Episode 290: "Gator Boys Stay Hot"
Wake Up and Win with DeVon Pouncey congratulates Joe Cronin on his contract extension with the Portland Trailblazers, discusses the end of NCAA March Madness for men and women, and notes Stephen A. Smith's openness to running for president.
- Episode 289: "One More" Featuring Alex Moore
DeVon Pouncey hosts Alex Moore to discuss predictions for the Men's and Women's Final Four, Alex's new podcast episode
- Episode 288: "Give it Up"
In "Give it Up," host DeVon Pouncey reflects on his second season as broadcast analyst for the Rip City Remix. The episode also covers well wishes for Juju Watkins and Damian Lillard, the passing of George Foreman, and discussions on LeBro…
- Episode 287: "I'm Here Now"
Episode 287 of Wake Up and Win covers recent events with Jess Hilarious on The Breakfast Club and media influences, offers predictions for the NCAA Women's basketball tournament, and recaps the Unrivaled league.
- Episode 286: "Gift of Consistency"
This episode of Wake Up and Win covers D-Boi's recent music releases, the confrontation between LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith, and NFL offseason transactions.
- Episode 285: "Be More Liberal " Featuring Senator Ron Wyden
Senator Ron Wyden discusses Bill Walton's legacy on Wake Up and Win. The episode also touches on LeBron James' 50,000 points and other NBA developments.
- Episode 284: "Las BAYgas"
This episode covers the host's experiences at NBA All-Star weekend in the Bay Area and discusses reports of WNBA expansion to Cleveland. It also includes a recap of the Sly and the Family Stone documentary.
- Episode 283: "Cultural Divide"
Episode 283 of Wake Up and Win discusses the Super Bowl and Kendrick Lamar's halftime show, followed by recaps of recent NBA and WNBA news.
- Episode 282: "Hottest in the Association" Featuring Motaz
The episode features guest Motaz discussing Grammy nominations and predictions, NBA news, and Super Bowl predictions.
- Episode 281: "Vallejo to the Hall of Fame"
Wake Up and Win episode 281 covers C.C. Sabathia's Hall of Fame induction, Donald Trump's use of sports for political gain, and the NFL playoffs.