The Baseline
On “The Baseline”, Meir Cohen and Jonathan Rears dive into the world of international basketball, interviewing characters from all around the basketball community. On this show, we will leave no stone unturned and discover the difficulties and rewards of the basketball grind. Stay tuned to gain weekly access to the inside scoop with division I NCAA players, Israeli league superstars, and many more.
In this episode of The Baseline, Itay Segev joins us in studio to discuss his Israeli professional career, awards, dunk contests, and much more. We discuss his pride in playing for the Israeli National team along with the future of Israelis in the NBA.
🎧Tune in now to hear Itay’s wisdom of the game, funny stories, and his unique perspective.
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In this episode of The Baseline, we welcome two remarkable guests who have taken their talents from Princeton to professional basketball in Israel. Abby Meyers, a dynamic player making waves in the Israeli league, and Spencer Weisz, a seasoned pro with a decorated career, share their unique journeys.
We dive into their experiences balancing Ivy League academics with athletics, how Princeton shaped their careers, and what brought them to Israel to play professionally. They also discuss the challenges and rewards of life overseas, the role of their Jewish identity in their basketball journeys, and their aspirations on and off the court.
Join us for this inspiring conversation with two standout athletes who embody dedication, adaptability, and a love for the game.
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In this episode of The Baseline, we sit down with Amin Stevens, a basketball journeyman with a story that spans continents and cultures. From his collegiate days at Florida A&M to his professional career overseas, Amin shares the highs and lows of playing basketball at the international level. We dive into his time playing in Israel, the challenges of adapting to a new country. Whether you’re a basketball enthusiast or someone seeking inspiration, this episode is a must listen!
🎧Tune in now to hear Amin’s unique perspective on the game, life abroad, and the role of perseverance in achieving basketball dreams .
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In the second episode of The Baseline, we sit down with Alex Leder, a standout basketball player with a unique journey that bridges athletic excellence and cultural identity. Alex shares his experiences playing in Israel, the challenges of adapting to a new league, and how his connection to Israel has shaped his career and life. From his early days on the court to becoming a respected figure in the basketball community, Alex’s story is one of resilience, growth, and passion. Tune in as we explore the highs, lows, and lessons learned along the way.
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Season 2 of The Baseline is here, and we’re kicking things off with a dynamic episode! Hosts Jonathan Rears and Meir Cohen reintroduce the podcast, share our renewed vision for connecting the basketball world, and dive into some of the most exciting stories in the global hoops scene.
Joining us as a special guest is EJ Mildwurf, our behind-the-scenes mastermind who’s stepping into the spotlight to share his perspective on basketball’s global influence. Together, we explore the sport’s impact across borders and cultures, highlighting the stories that make the game so much more than just what happens on the court.
We’re also debuting our brand-new segment, The Shot Clock—a rapid-fire Q&A that keeps the energy high and the insights flowing.
Get ready for another season of powerful storytelling, in-depth discussions, and all things basketball.
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On this weeks episode, Jon and Meir have the opportunity to hear from Tamir Goodman, whose inspirational story has been shared around the world of Jewish hoops many times. We discuss his career and challenges, and how he has used his experience to guide others.
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On this week’s episode, Jon and Meir are in the studio for a solo episode to discuss the Eastern Conference Finals and the NBA playoffs so far. We dive into each series and give you our takes on each one, including the disappointing Bucks, and the Lakers surpassing expectations. Winner league playoffs are heating up, and so is our coverage as we discuss the playoff environment here in herzliya, and much more. We wrap up with our favorite basketball movies, and our NBA finals predictions.
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On our fourth episode, Lior Berman joins us to discuss what it is like playing in a Division I college basketball program in the United States. Lior has many ties to Israel, and spoke to us about how the team has traveled to Israel in the past, and the insights his teammates have gotten from a place almost none of them had been before. Lior plays for a prestigious program, one with much success in recent years. We discussed playing with a top NBA draft pick, Jabari Smith. Additionally we spoke about the play style of college versus overseas and in the NBA. We wrapped up with discussion of the current NBA season, and Liors favorite players to watch. We hope you enjoy!
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For our third episode, Israeli League MVP Maurice Kemp joins us in the studio to discuss how the game of basketball is changing, his style of play, and stories from his unique experiences on the court all over the world. This episode is one you don’t want to miss! Maurice is a great storyteller, and additionally taught us a lot about how the players are treated all over the world! Tune in. Trust us.
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In our second episode, Maccabi Raanana superstar Jason Siggers joins us in the studio! We discuss everything from his greatest memories playing basketball, to adjusting to the unique culture, people, and food of Israel. Jason is an amazing interviewee who goes into detail telling us about his experience playing a dropping 40(!) points on the NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder. We hope you enjoy!
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On the inaugural of “The Baseline”, we interview Ofek Reef, former point guard at Yeshiva university, and current player for Hapoel Akko in Israel. on this interview we discuss his part in the historic 50 game winning streak with Yeshiva University, and discuss some of the unexpected events from his basketball career, along with his future playing here in Israel.
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