Hosted by the one and only Dhoopster. Life talk largely boiled down to basketball, wrestling, fantasy football or whatever conversation needs to be had. The show's title is a reminder to always be humble enough to have a student's mindset - one that is willing to learn, while putting in the work that produces desirable results. (...also glorifying college nostalgia and kicking it with some of your Day 1's) Thank you for listening.
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Signup to Generate a PitchHosted by the one and only Dhoopster. Life talk largely boiled down to basketball, wrestling, fantasy football or whatever conversation needs to be had. The show's title is a reminder to always be humble enough to have a student's mindset - one that is willing to learn, while putting in the work that produces desirable results.
D Hoop University is hosted by Darrell Harris. The show has published 80 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "The Deck Resets (ft. Jacob Awada)" (24 June 2025, 85 minutes), "The Aftershocks (ft. Sean Bush)" (25 May 2025, 77 minutes), and "The One That Got Away (ft. Marvin Bragg)" (20 May 2025, 79 minutes).
D Hoop University publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 64 minutes across 80 episodes.
Booking probability for D Hoop University is 23%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. D Hoop University requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. D Hoop University's contact route on record: verified email.
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Darrell Harris hosts D Hoop University, a sports show with 80 episodes published.
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Episode #21
<p>Ft. Jacob Awada - If you thought classes would be canceled because the season is over, you're sadly mistaken. Now that the dust from the NBA Playoffs has settled, Professor Hoop dives right into the offseason...
Episode #20
<p>Has 'the big one' already happened - or could the Dallas Mavericks stun the NBA world again by trading the first overall pick? On this episode, Darrell & Sean walk through all possible scenarios between now and the...
Episode #19
<p>On this episode, we welcome one of Darrell's closest former teammates on the pod for a trip down memory lane. Marvin Bragg is a D1 College Hooper with experience coaching on multiple levels. Along the way, the fellas...
Episode #18
<p>In this episode, Darrell and JB discuss the current state of the NBA playoffs following Jayson Tatum's injury in Game 4. JB then floats the idea of the Minnesota Timberwolves relocating to a more favorable markets...
Episode #17
<p>It's time for a Round 2 playoff check-in. Hoop gives his thoughts on all four remaining matchups, as game 4's tip-off. Let's just say, things are looking pretty different after game 3 - Enjoy the...
Episode #16
<p>On this episode, Professor Hoop takes the hot seat to address the Lakers, who are on the brink of elimination in the 1st round. After unpacking the game 4 collapse, he gives a hat tip to the Timberwolves, before...
Episode #13
<p>“Finally, WrestleMania HAS COME BACK to Sin Cityyy!!” To mark the occasion, Kwest a.k.a. “Fish Flicks” stops by DHU to run through the card & make some predictions. Before that, Darrell gives some instant reactions...
Episode #12
<p>Chief Talk That Talk drops in on DHU to give instant reactions to the Houston-Florida National Championship game. From there the fellas get into UNLV's path to redemption in the transfer portal/NIL era and what...
Episode #11
<p>Feat. ‘Chef CeLo’ - in his first appearance on the podcast, Donte, a.k.a. CeLo, leads the discussion on the transfer portal and what changes are needed in the NCAA Tournament. After Final Four predictions, we talk...
Episode #10
<p>Feat. JB the Ticket - As March concludes, the madness only amplifies. On this double-feature pod, Darrell gives instant reactions to the Nuggets-Timberwolves 2OT showdown, before unpacking this year's NCAA Final Four...
Episode #9
<p>With less than 30 days left in the regular season, it's time to get real. Darrell sets the scene with an overdue "Who's Hoopin?" segment, covering some of the teams highlighted in his recent work for NBA.com - even...
Episode #8
<p>Feat. Shiva Dhiman - Casual Diehards back at it again, here to address Cleveland’s 25-3 comeback against his mighty Celtics. Has the chink in the armor been found? The guys also give a warning that the spirit of the...
Episode #7
<p>The All-Star break is over & there are meaningful hoops to discuss. Darrell kicks off the coverage with the latest Who’s Hooping, what the data says about the new-look Lakers, and some ultimatums for our friends in...
Episode #6
<p>It's just me Uce! - Darrell flies solo to share his take on the historical whirlwind that is the 2025 NBA Trade Deadline. He traces back to what may be the reason(s) for teams' sudden aggression, before diving into...
Episode #5
<p>Feat. Davion Sylvester & Shiva Dhiman - The Casual Diehards rocking again with a bevy of ethical hoops discussion. Davi joins the pod for the first time to offer his perspective on the surging OKC Thunder, as a loyal...
Episode #4
<p>Feat. Jacob Awada - Always a good time when Jake makes an appearance at DHU, on this episode we're covering a little bit of everything in the NBA. We start with some words of encouragement for everyone impacted by...
Episode #3
<p>Feat. Justin Walker - Professional wrestling. The gift that keeps on giving. Justin comes back to DHU to dive into WWE's premier episode of Monday Night Raw live on Netflix. The guys recap the show itself, while also...
Episode #2
<p>Feat. JB the Ticket - It's the most wonderful time of the year as a basketball fan. When it's Christmas Day and you refuse to leave the living room because the NBA is what's on everyone's mind. Except that's not...
Episode #1
<p>Feat. Shiva Dhiman - Cheers to season 3, the Casual Diehards back to dig into a new season of NBA Basketball. On this episode, Darrell opens up about his new gig writing for NBA.com, before diving into the two...
Episode #16
<p>Feat. Shiva Dhiman - The Casual Diehards are back, however not until Darrell calls an iso to get off his hot take prediction for this year's WNBA Season. Spoiler alert, could the Indiana Fever make the WNBA Finals...
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