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Apr 24, 2023
Ep. 132: Pistons coaching search update
00:50:31
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about James' recent report involving three finalists, the fans' choice for coach and more.
Apr 11, 2023
Ep. 131: Dwane Casey stepping down, why this Pistons season was a success and player grades
01:13:08
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel discuss Dwane Casey's announcement to step down from coaching, why Ivey and Duren made this season worth it and discuss player grades.
Apr 04, 2023
Ep. 130: If it angers you, stop watching
01:04:50
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the ending to the Pistons' season.
Mar 28, 2023
Ep. 129: Jaylen Brown ... future Piston?
01:08:38
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about MSU's loss in the NCAA tournament, a hypothetical of Jaylen Brown being a Piston and Dwane Casey's future.
Mar 21, 2023
Ep. 128: 'Just talking or saying something'
00:52:36
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about Michigan State's Sweet 16 run and several Pistons topics.
Mar 14, 2023
Ep. 127: The James Wiseman Experience
01:07:48
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about James Wiseman's time so far in Detroit and other Pistons randomness.
Mar 06, 2023
Ep. 126: Two-big vision/Pistons randomness
01:18:38
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons' two-big vision. Then they talk about a ton of other randomness.
Feb 28, 2023
Ep. 125: Pistons mailbag episode
01:07:03
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel answer listener questions about the Pistons.
Feb 20, 2023
Ep. 124: Pre-draft Pistons draft talk
01:07:32
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel do some way-too-early 2023 NBA Draft talk.
Feb 10, 2023
Emergency pod: Breaking down the Pistons' trade deadline
00:30:47
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons' lone move at the trade deadline and what it means for the future.
Feb 06, 2023
Ep. 123: Pistons NBA trade deadline special
01:20:29
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the Pistons heading into Thursday's NBA trade deadline.
Jan 31, 2023
Ep. 122: Analyzing listener Pistons trades
01:14:28
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons trades proposed by listeners, as well as talk about Detroit's options at the deadline as a whole.
Jan 24, 2023
Ep. 121: Pistons mid-season grades/Paris trip
01:07:58
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel hand out grades for players just past the midway point of the season. After that, James talks about his experience in Paris.
Jan 20, 2023
Ep. 120 (special edition): The Best of the Bun & Cardigan Show
00:45:55
In continuing the celebration of two years recording the show, The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel clip together the best moments in the show's history so far.
Jan 17, 2023
Ep. 119: Two-year anniversary pod
00:47:36
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel celebrate the two-year anniversary.
Jan 10, 2023
Ep. 118: Why is everyone so fed up with the Pistons' rebuild?
00:50:25
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the sourness from the fan base toward the Pistons, Jaden Ivey and much more.
Jan 03, 2023
Ep. 117: The Killian Hayes-Mo Wagner discussion
00:38:20
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the dust up between Killian Hayes and Mo Wagner, with a conspiracy theory, the team's recent play and more.
Dec 20, 2022
Ep. 116: We'd be afraid to trade Saddiq Bey
00:55:54
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about Saddiq Bey's season, Cade Cunningham's injury and Jalen Duren surpassing expectations.
Dec 13, 2022
Ep. 115: Pistons storylines a third of the way through the season
00:43:46
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into three Pistons storyline with a third of the season out of the way.
Dec 06, 2022
Ep. 114: Killian Hayes' shooting feel legit
00:54:11
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into Killian Hayes' efficient jump shooting, the win against the Mavs and more.
Nov 29, 2022
Ep. 113: Pistons mailbag episode
01:00:17
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the West Coast trip, team's improved play and answer listener questions.
Nov 22, 2022
Ep. 112: Cade Cunningham out for the season?
00:52:21
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about Cade Cunningham's injury, the loss to the Kings, and more.
Nov 15, 2022
Ep. 111: Is Cade's injury serious?
01:07:08
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about many different Pistons topics this week, including Cunningham's injury, Stew's shooting and more.
Nov 08, 2022
EP. 110: The Killian Hayes Episode
01:06:18
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the struggles of Killian Hayes, as well as the fascination with making him the topic of conversation.
Nov 01, 2022
Ep. 109: Are the Pistons going to turn a corner after Warriors win?
00:47:28
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the team's most recent games, the teal and other things pertain to Detroit.
Oct 25, 2022
Ep. 108: We're not worried about the Pistons
00:30:54
The Athletic's Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel give their thoughts on Detroit's first four games of the season.
Oct 19, 2022
Ep. 107: Pistons 2022-23 season preview, draft
00:44:09
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel prepare listeners for the Pistons 2022-23 season. The two also pick Detroit players for a fantasy draft to track all year long.
Oct 11, 2022
Ep. 106: Is there any reason for concern in Detroit?
00:58:14
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons' last preseason game and talk about if there are any real concerns going into the season.
Oct 06, 2022
Ep. 105: The Pistons played a basketball game
00:45:33
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel give their thoughts on the Pistons' first preseason game and if there were any really to be concerned about immediately.
Sep 27, 2022
Ep. 104: Breaking down the Bogdanovic trade, Pistons media day
00:33:47
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel return to break down the Pistons' trade for Bojan Bogdanovic and what it means. Also, James gives insight into Pistons media day on Monday.
Sep 13, 2022
Ep. 103: Pistons mailbag questions
00:50:48
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk Lions, football and, most importantly, answer listener questions pertaining to the Pistons and life.
Sep 07, 2022
Ep. 102: What if Cade Cunningham has a Mike Conley career?
00:59:03
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel wonder if Pistons fans could handle Cade Cunningham not being a multiple-time All-Star, the Cavaliers adding Donovan Mitchell and more.
Aug 30, 2022
EP. 101: Ranking the Pistons' prospects, assets
01:13:34
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel go over James' piece from last week and talk about where the Pistons' prospects, assets stand as of now.
Aug 22, 2022
Ep. 100: Isaiah Stewart (Beef Stew) interview to celebrate episode 100
00:37:47
Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart stops by the Bun and Cardigan Show to help celebrate the milestone 100th episode. Beef Stew talks about how he almost went to Michigan State, his relationship with Steven Adams, picks the best dressed, best shooter and more on Detroit's roster, and talks about a bunch of other things.
Aug 16, 2022
Ep. 99: Fantasy basketball league/Pistons survey/Therapy session
01:08:55
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel update listeners on the upcoming BxC fantasy basketball leagues, go through the results of the Pistons survey and then, at the end, have a heart-to-heart conversation.
Aug 09, 2022
Ep. 98: Drafting 'All-Piston Killer' teams
00:54:13
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel do another draft, this one picking the players who often terrorize the Pistons.
Aug 02, 2022
Ep. 97: Drafting the best Pistons team over the last 30 years
00:53:13
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel draft two different Pistons teams this week. In the first draft, they make a starting five out of Pistons over the last 30 years. In the second draft, they select two teams from players on the current roster.
Jul 25, 2022
Ep. 96: Ranking the top-10 Pistons jerseys of all-time
00:50:58
With NBA jerseys starting to trickle out into the public, The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel each rank their top-10 Pistons jerseys of all-time.
Jul 21, 2022
Ep. 95: Nic has something to say
00:16:22
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel address the elephant in the room for the last time.
Jul 19, 2022
Ep. 94: What is there to talk about right now?
01:01:34
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk a little bit about potential starting lineups heading into camp and other Pistons randomness.
Make sure to check out the newly-created Bun and Cardigan Show YouTube page!
Jul 12, 2022
Ep. 93: Pistons Summer League and offseason thoughts
00:52:46
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons' first two Summer League games, as well as other offseason thoughts.
Jun 28, 2022
Ep. 92: Who might the Pistons target in free agency?
00:59:34
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons' free agency plan, potential targets and more.
Jun 24, 2022
Ep. 91: Breaking down the Pistons' wild 2022 NBA Draft
00:34:03
The Athletic's James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive deep into the Pistons' successful 2022 NBA Draft night. On Jaden Ivey, Jalen Duren, Troy Weaver's masterclass week and much more.
Jun 21, 2022
Ep. 90: Final thoughts before the NBA Draft, Troy Weaver's press conference
01:05:32
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel give their final thoughts and discuss the 2022 NBA Draft for the last time. Also, the two talk about Troy Weaver's media availability ahead of Thursday's draft.
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel spend the first half of the show answering listener questions as it pertains to the Pistons and the draft. In the second half, to celebrate Nick's looming birthday, he quizzes James on their friendship.
Jun 07, 2022
Ep. 88: Evaluating the seven best Jerami Grant trades
00:44:00
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about and discuss seven potential Jerami Grant trades.
May 31, 2022
Ep. 87: Pistons draft rumblings and randomness
00:39:25
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about draft rumblings and other randomness pertaining to the Pistons.
May 24, 2022
Ep. 86: How much faith should Pistons fans put into Troy Weaver? (with Lazarus Jackson)
00:37:00
With The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III on vacation, Nic Henkel is joined by Detroit Bad Boys writer and podcaster Lazarus Jackson. The two discuss Deandre Ayton, the Pistons getting the fifth pick and the potential prospects who should be available.
May 18, 2022
Ep. 85: Instant reaction to the Pistons getting the 5th pick in 2022 NBA Draft
00:32:22
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel discuss the Pistons landing the No. 5 pick at the 2022 NBA Draft Lottery.
May 10, 2022
Ep. 84: Breaking down Troy Weaver's best moves as Pistons GM
00:36:34
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the best moves of Troy Weaver's tenure as GM.
May 03, 2022
Ep. 83: An interview with Johnny Kane
00:48:45
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel are joined by Bally Sports Detroit sideline reporter and play-by-play announcer Johnny Kane. The three talk about Johnny's job, career and favorite moments covering the Pistons.
Apr 26, 2022
Ep. 82: Pistons mailbag — NBA Draft, free agency and more
00:47:55
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel answer listener questions as it pertains to the Pistons, the 2022 NBA Draft, free agency and much more.
Apr 19, 2022
Ep. 81: James and Rod Beard share stories of life on the Pistons beat
00:39:50
The Athletic's Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel interview the Detroit News' Rod Beard, who is stepping away from the Pistons beat after seven years. James and Rod share stories of the road and Rod talks about some of his highlights.
Apr 14, 2022
Ep. 80: Interview with Motor City Cruise head coach DJ Bakker
00:48:56
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer and co-host Nicolas Henkel interview Motor City Cruise head coach and former Pistons player development coach DJ Bakker. Bakker talks about being a first-year coach, accommodating the Pistons' players over his own, his relationship with Saddiq Bey and much more.
Apr 12, 2022
Ep. 79: Handing out Pistons postseason awards
00:56:27
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel wrap up the Pistons' season, hand out postseason awards and Nic gives a hot take about the 2022 NBA Draft as it pertains to Detroit.
Apr 04, 2022
Ep. 78: Is Killian Hayes turning a corner? Draft talk
00:36:41
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about Killian Hayes' string of good performances, the 2022 NBA Draft and James' trip to the NBA store in New York.
Mar 28, 2022
Ep. 77: We have theories
00:53:45
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about Marvin Bagley III's week, Isaiah Stewart's shooting, Saddiq Bey's ceiling and more.
Mar 21, 2022
Ep. 76: Saddiq Bey's 51-point performance, will the Pistons finish with a bottom-three record?
00:56:27
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about Saddiq Bey's 50-point performance, Jerami Grant's 40-point outing, if the Pistons will finish with a bottom-three record and more.
Mar 14, 2022
Ep. 75: Cade Cunningham is the Rookie of the Year
00:43:15
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons' latest stretch of good play and talk about why Cade Cunningham is the Rookie of the Year.
Mar 07, 2022
Ep. 74: Are the Pistons winning too many games?
00:49:25
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons' hot streak, who the best player on the team is and share a funny story between Isaiah Stewart and Saddiq Bey from the road.
The Athletic's Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into Cade Cunningham's struggles staying on the floor, Marvin Bagley doing his thing and much more.
Feb 21, 2022
Ep. 72: Nic talks Cade Cunningham, Saddiq Bey and more
00:31:02
In the latest episode of The Bun and Cardigan Show, Nic goes solo and talks about a range of topics, including Cade Cunningham, Saddiq Bey and more.
Feb 14, 2022
Ep. 71: Pistons post-trade deadline mailbag
00:49:18
The Athletic's Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III answers listener questions about Detroit following the completion of NBA trade season.
Feb 11, 2022
Ep. 70: Breaking down the Pistons' NBA trade deadline trade (and non-trade)
00:58:21
The Athletic's Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into Detroit's NBA trade deadline trade centered around Marvin Bagley, not moving Jerami Grant and the friction after a Luka Garza tweet.
Jan 31, 2022
Ep. 69: Pistons trade deadline mailbag
00:43:31
The Athletic's Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel review listener trade proposals as the NBA trade deadline inches closer.
Jan 24, 2022
Ep. 68: Meet the Pistons fan who has seen Detroit play in every NBA arena
01:12:03
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel are joined by Pistons superfan Kory Nicholoff, who recently completed his childhood dream of seeing Detroit play at every NBA arena. Learn more about his journey and travels on this podcast.
Jan 17, 2022
Ep. 67: ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE POD
00:58:40
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel celebrate their one-year anniversary as the BxC creators. We're joined by two listeners, who play a trivia game against James.
Jan 10, 2022
Ep. 66: Reaction to Pistons trading for Bol Bol
00:48:55
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons-Nuggets trade centered around Bol Bol.
Jan 03, 2022
Ep. 65: The Motor City Pistons
00:44:24
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons' latest week, which included the entire roster, essentially, entering health and safety protocols.
Dec 20, 2021
Ep. 64: The Pistons win a basketball game; Jerami Grant trade scenarios
00:51:26
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the Pistons ending their 14-game losing streak, Jerami Grant trade scenarios and more. Happy holidays!
Dec 13, 2021
Ep. 63: A Detroit Pistons therapy session
00:57:05
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the Pistons' 12-game losing streak, Jerami Grant's injury, the trade market for Grant and more.
Dec 06, 2021
Ep. 62: Pistons mailbag! (Also, surprise(!): BxC Instrumental Tape Available on bandcamp)
00:36:45
The Athletic's Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel answer listener questions about the Pistons. Also, the duo reveals that they've dropped the long-awaited BxC instrumental album, which features 16 beats that have been on the podcast. If you purchase the instrumental album for $10, send a receipt to jedwards@theathletic.com for a chance to be on an entire podcast! Here's the link: https://bunandcardiganshow.bandcamp.com/releases
Nov 29, 2021
Ep. 61: Recapping the Pistons' Los Angeles stint, James and Nic finally meet!
00:50:50
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the latest week of Pistons basketball, talking about the fan base's relationship with the second-year players and Cade Cunningham. Also, the two podcast partners finally meet and talk about their adventures throughout Los Angeles.
Nov 22, 2021
Ep. 60: "The Almost Melee at LCA"
00:50:40
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the Pistons-Lakers game from Sunday, which feature a tense moment between Beef Stew and LeBron James.
Nov 15, 2021
Ep. 59: Is Killian Hayes figuring it out? Cade Cunningham up 3-0 over Jalen Green
00:58:21
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about Killian Hayes' improvements, Cade Cunningham's clutch gene, a possible Marvin Bagley trade and more. Don't forget to subscribe to The Athletic for the best Pistons coverage out there. A subscription gives you access to everything The Athletic offers.
Nov 08, 2021
Ep. 58: A conversation about Isaiah Stewart, Cade Cunningham showing glimpses
00:48:00
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the weird discourse surrounding Isaiah Stewart, Cade Cunningham showing signs against Brooklyn and the first game of the Motor City Cruise.
Nov 01, 2021
Ep. 57: Cade Cunningham's debut, the expectations of Pistons fans
00:43:28
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the long-awaited debut of Cade Cunningham, Detroit's rough start and fan expectations.
Oct 25, 2021
Ep. 56: Breaking down the Pistons' first two games, Killian Hayes' struggles
00:57:11
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons' first two games, what they've liked and didn't like, as well as concerns with Killian Hayes' start to the season.
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel recap the Pistons' preseason slate, talk about Cade Cunningham's injury and more.
Oct 11, 2021
Ep. 54: Cade Cunningham's ankle, Pistons' first preseason game
00:36:29
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III goes solo this week and talks about his observations following the Pistons' first preseason game and open scrimmage. He also provides an update on Cade Cunningham's ankle and answers Twitter questions.
Oct 04, 2021
Ep. 53: Pistons preseason basketball is here
00:42:41
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the Pistons' training camp, preseason and what will make Nic sad this season.
Oct 01, 2021
Ep. 52: Pistons media day and training camp thoughts
00:43:27
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the start of the Pistons' season, talking about the sights and sounds of media day, as well as the hoopla coming out of the first week of training camp.
Sep 17, 2021
Ep. 51: Nic tries out for the Motor City Cruise, answering Twitter questions
00:46:26
In the latest episode of The Bun and Cardigan Show, The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the latter's recent tryout for the Motor City Cruise. The two also answer Twitter questions!
Sep 07, 2021
Ep. 50: Wrapping up the Pistons' offseason
00:40:11
The Athletic's James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel put a bow on the Pistons' offseason, talking Hamidou Diallo signing, Sekou Doumbouya trade and Detroit's financial books.
Aug 19, 2021
Ep. 49: Pistons Summer League reactions
00:35:47
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about what they liked from the Pistons' Summer League stint.
Aug 12, 2021
Ep. 48: Pistons Summer League and free agency
00:49:14
The Athletic's James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the Pistons' first two Summer League games, talk free agency and NBA ownership.
Aug 04, 2021
Ep. 47: Talking NBA Draft, Pistons free agency and Summer League
00:41:11
The Athletic's James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel reflect on draft night, which James was at, the Pistons' free agency so far and what to expect from Summer League.
Jul 29, 2021
Ep. 46: It's NBA Draft day!
00:26:57
The Athletic's James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about what to expect during Thursday's 2021 NBA Draft.
Jul 22, 2021
Ep. 45: Pistons mailbag, Nic's adventure in Milwaukee
00:56:20
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel answer listener questions regarding the Pistons. Also, Nic talks about his time roaming Deer District as the Bucks clinch the NBA championship.
Jul 14, 2021
Ep. 44: Will the Pistons go for the playoffs?
01:06:02
The Athletic's James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the Pistons and the 2021 NBA Draft, Hamidou Diallo, rank best jumpers on the team and, at the end, Nic lists every single NBA champion from 2019-1979.
Jul 08, 2021
Ep. 43: Pistons draft talk and Nic's newfound success
00:54:00
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel have a conversation about the No. 1 pick, Detroit trading back into the first round and Nic's success on YouTube.
Jun 28, 2021
Ep. 42: Addressing the rhetoric surrounding the Pistons and No. 1 pick
00:42:38
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about the Pistons having the No. 1 pick, Cade Cunningham, the discourse around the potential of trading the pick and more.
Jun 25, 2021
Ep. 41: The Motown Noah Awards with special guests
01:14:55
The Athletic's Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel do the Motown Noah End-of-Year Awards with 20 listeners, do a Q &A.
Jun 23, 2021
Emergency episode: The Pistons land the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft
00:35:18
The Athletic's Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel react and analyze the Pistons landing the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft.
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer and co-host Nicolas Henkel return to celebrate Nic's birthday -- they also talk Pistons, Bucks and nonsense.
Jun 10, 2021
Ep. 39: A fun and informative convo with a Pistons historian
01:03:52
The Athletic's James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel are joined by Keith Black Trudeau to discuss his vault of Pistons game footage dating back decades, franchise history, the teal era and much more.
Jun 03, 2021
Ep. 38: Breaking down the hiring of John Beilein
00:44:38
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the recent hiring of John Beilein in Detroit. The two also talk about the playoffs and the championship-or-bust mentality of fans.
May 27, 2021
Ep. 37: NBA playoffs talk, random Pistons chatter
01:00:23
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel dive into the first round of the NBA playoffs. After, and sprinkled in, they talk about random Pistons topics and do Tankathon spins.
May 20, 2021
Ep. 36: Which Pistons free agents do you want back?
00:56:35
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel talk about draft prospects, scenarios and which of the team's free agents are most likely to return.
May 17, 2021
Ep. 35: Putting a bow on the Pistons' season/looking ahead to the offseason
00:53:26
The Athletic's Detroit Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III and co-host Nicolas Henkel put a cap on the Pistons' 2020-21 season, dissect the first year of the rebuild and look ahead to the offseason.
Apr 24 | 00:50:31
Ep. 132: Pistons coaching search update
Apr 11 | 01:13:08
Ep. 131: Dwane Casey stepping down, why this Pistons season was a success and player grades
Apr 04 | 01:04:50
Ep. 130: If it angers you, stop watching
Mar 28 | 01:08:38
Ep. 129: Jaylen Brown ... future Piston?
Mar 21 | 00:52:36
Ep. 128: 'Just talking or saying something'
Mar 14 | 01:07:48
Ep. 127: The James Wiseman Experience
Mar 06 | 01:18:38
Ep. 126: Two-big vision/Pistons randomness
Feb 28 | 01:07:03
Ep. 125: Pistons mailbag episode
Feb 20 | 01:07:32
Ep. 124: Pre-draft Pistons draft talk
Feb 10 | 00:30:47
Emergency pod: Breaking down the Pistons' trade deadline
Feb 06 | 01:20:29
Ep. 123: Pistons NBA trade deadline special
Jan 31 | 01:14:28
Ep. 122: Analyzing listener Pistons trades
Jan 24 | 01:07:58
Ep. 121: Pistons mid-season grades/Paris trip
Jan 20 | 00:45:55
Ep. 120 (special edition): The Best of the Bun & Cardigan Show
Jan 17 | 00:47:36
Ep. 119: Two-year anniversary pod
Jan 10 | 00:50:25
Ep. 118: Why is everyone so fed up with the Pistons' rebuild?
Jan 03 | 00:38:20
Ep. 117: The Killian Hayes-Mo Wagner discussion
Dec 20 | 00:55:54
Ep. 116: We'd be afraid to trade Saddiq Bey
Dec 13 | 00:43:46
Ep. 115: Pistons storylines a third of the way through the season
Dec 06 | 00:54:11
Ep. 114: Killian Hayes' shooting feel legit
Nov 29 | 01:00:17
Ep. 113: Pistons mailbag episode
Nov 22 | 00:52:21
Ep. 112: Cade Cunningham out for the season?
Nov 15 | 01:07:08
Ep. 111: Is Cade's injury serious?
Nov 08 | 01:06:18
EP. 110: The Killian Hayes Episode
Nov 01 | 00:47:28
Ep. 109: Are the Pistons going to turn a corner after Warriors win?
Oct 25 | 00:30:54
Ep. 108: We're not worried about the Pistons
Oct 19 | 00:44:09
Ep. 107: Pistons 2022-23 season preview, draft
Oct 11 | 00:58:14
Ep. 106: Is there any reason for concern in Detroit?
Oct 06 | 00:45:33
Ep. 105: The Pistons played a basketball game
Sep 27 | 00:33:47
Ep. 104: Breaking down the Bogdanovic trade, Pistons media day
Sep 13 | 00:50:48
Ep. 103: Pistons mailbag questions
Sep 07 | 00:59:03
Ep. 102: What if Cade Cunningham has a Mike Conley career?
Aug 30 | 01:13:34
EP. 101: Ranking the Pistons' prospects, assets
Aug 22 | 00:37:47
Ep. 100: Isaiah Stewart (Beef Stew) interview to celebrate episode 100
Aug 16 | 01:08:55
Ep. 99: Fantasy basketball league/Pistons survey/Therapy session
Aug 09 | 00:54:13
Ep. 98: Drafting 'All-Piston Killer' teams
Aug 02 | 00:53:13
Ep. 97: Drafting the best Pistons team over the last 30 years
Jul 25 | 00:50:58
Ep. 96: Ranking the top-10 Pistons jerseys of all-time
Jul 21 | 00:16:22
Ep. 95: Nic has something to say
Jul 19 | 01:01:34
Ep. 94: What is there to talk about right now?
Jul 12 | 00:52:46
Ep. 93: Pistons Summer League and offseason thoughts
Jun 28 | 00:59:34
Ep. 92: Who might the Pistons target in free agency?
Jun 24 | 00:34:03
Ep. 91: Breaking down the Pistons' wild 2022 NBA Draft
Jun 21 | 01:05:32
Ep. 90: Final thoughts before the NBA Draft, Troy Weaver's press conference