Wiley & Acho react to Sha'Carri Richardson's suspension for marijuana use | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho discuss Sha'Carri Richardson being suspended from the US Olympic team after testing positive for marijuana.
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Wiley & Acho react to Sha'Carri Richardson's suspension for marijuana use | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF
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[@kwhitevuu99]

The THC rule is a new rule

[@CricketEngland]

So glad she got banned, nothing but her one self to blame She should be banned longer than just the Olympics

[@bluemarvel4139]

Booted from the Olympics... And y'all believe these TV's as to why🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@bluemarvel4139]

I know this will be deleted....but them white folk is mad at her.... And so the shaming begins ...... If u believe she go

[@bigfacts4235]

@@bluemarvel4139 why would they be mad at her? What reason would they have?

[@DAlilbigman]

“You don’t make rules based on exceptions. You make rules based on the norms!”

[@ShootWithLOU]

This is actually a good segment. Nobody attacked her character or disrespected her family… they kept it strictly about the rules and discipline. And using her own words to this point? I agree

[@raymondragbar1935]

Bottom line she messed up.

[@youngair24]

Saying she's using her mom's death doesn't attack her character?

[@j.akelly9775]

@@youngair24 She entered her mothers death into the conversation.

[@youngair24]

@@j.akelly9775 and MW said she was "using" it for emotional pull

[@j.akelly9775]

@@youngair24 That’s true. I also use it for emotional pull and my wife is thankful.

[@jeepgurl1379]

“Discipline is choosing what you want most over what you want now.” My condolences for her mother’s passing. However if Americans aren’t careful we’re going to be run by a bunch of excusers rationalizing their bad choice. It’s wrong!

[@J-C_]

Thank you for having a level-headed conversation about this issue and not diving into the sensationalism that people are trying to infuse into it. You’ve got a new sub

[@sunchaser9898]

" Discipline Is choosing what you want most over what you want most now" I love it!

[@davonkillebrew1766]

Marijuana is medicine

[@sunchaser9898]

@@davonkillebrew1766 that's not the issue

[@davionnebrantley6609]

Facts facts

[@Juntaski]

When I heard that i had to write it down.... it is sooo true... what wisdom as in life....

[@davonkillebrew1766]

@@sunchaser9898 that is the issue

[@archipiratta]

5:55 _Discipline is choosing what you want most over what you want now!_ Them are some gems right there 🔥🔥

[@ThatLady365]

Love it. Talent will never sustain discipline!

[@samueltullis806]

@@ThatLady365 As for thought process, it's possible The United States Olympic committee left Sha' Carri Richardson off the Olympic Roster, because Athletes who've been banned prior to Sha' Carri Richardson could site bias in This case, in turn, lawsuits could pop up from years ago. However, the current guidelines need to be reviewed

[@papi-sauce]

gem but thats the definition for Priority haha

[@tatttoon]

@@samueltullis806 never thought of it like that…….💜

[@bulouvusonawalowalo1711]

Great answer, her mental fitness at that level should have counted her emotional issues by sharing it with her grandmother not share it with a drug.

[@ACS402010]

Finally a common sense discussion on this scandal. Thank you.

[@anthonypeters44]

Yes this was good

[@twiiiwalker824]

I agree. She broke a stupid rule. The real debate is about the stupid rule.

[@steverobinson1868]

Omg who in the heck are these guys 😱. These gentlemen are dead spot on with their words. Everyone reacts to THC in their system is different.

[@ephraimmillion]

These two guys actually like each other whether they agree or disagree. It's enjoyable to watch

[@scrappy93]

Well yeah I doubt they would be on the show together if they hated each other.

[@rickflair747]

Yea and they are not black bias either. By the way I wish they was Black Bias ⚫

[@kylechermak7092]

Same reason I like skip and Shannon

[@ephraimmillion]

@@scrappy93 have you watched steven a. and max lately? LOL

[@logicaldude3611]

@@rickflair747 lol wut?

[@orlandojones8066]

I tune in to this show to get intelligent conversation about sports…no props, no outlandish verbiage, just flat out intelligent debate…well done gentlemen ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@saultrejo6563]

Ditto. Not only intelligent but being able to display it through words and conversation.

[@Philly73nation]

@@saultrejo6563 Facts,!!!

[@qdgamer7183]

True to word. No tv personalities but actual analytical and logical takes. Espn is paid to push a narritive in favor of who pays them. I mean how else do we actually come up stupid lebron goat talk. Ask kwame abt get long gangz lol a certain thpe of person who is willing to follow and speak nonsense is kept, go outside that box and you're fired

[@annied8741]

Great interview! She spoke to Sha'Carri like a mother letting her know you are still loved inspite of what is going on.

[@boystobusiness]

@@annied8741 I agree completely, but that’s where the tiny and yang come from mom shows love despite her faults but Dad needs to be there to tell it like it is and install discipline

[@jazzyjones6375]

She is 21 and took full accountability? That’s impressive. I think she is lucky to have gotten this lesson early in her life, maybe she will do better next time.🙋🏽‍♂️

[@letsgobrandon3928]

alot of us have to live by this "stupid rule". I work 12hr shifts for a living and I have to follow that same rule. So sorry it's just not the athletes that have rules it's all of us and guess what happens to me if I don't adhere to them?

[@jazzyjones6375]

@@letsgobrandon3928 good for you. How old are you? Because if you’re fully grown adult meaning 25-28. Ok.👍🏽 But if you’re 18 to 21 I’m way more impressed with you making a decision that you have to live by rules and will do everything you can to live by them.

[@samueltullis806]

@@letsgobrandon3928 Yes! In each chapter of life, there are lessons for learning!

[@darleenmcclung9615]

Let me say this! We make choices in life some are easy to recover from and some will be very impactful and take time to move from them however we acknowledge them, we workin making the changes and we live.

[@donovanwilliams29]

She is out. That is it Also she would have to get passed Jamaica track team so in all likelihood she wasn't getting no medals

[@AnitaHanjaaab]

This was the beat argument about this situation I’ve seen. Great job guys as always!

[@kantricedorsey8142]

Agreed! They really broke it down so hopefully people get the understanding. She really needs some grief counseling to help her cope, so that she can make better decisions when faced with personal issues! I lost my Mom at an older age, but I still sought out counseling to help me work through it. I hope she can the help she needs as well!

[@javanomari]

Gotta be more responsible shorty, she worked hard to get where she’s at. She’s a professional and should’ve been more responsible.

[@flintfuentes7652]

richardson is a *professional* having expertise in 100m and having the pressure to behave accordingly off the track since she is in the public's eye

[@lynnjacques3632]

It’s all about taking personal responsibility. Or not / making excuses.

[@anotherpointofview222]

@@lynnjacques3632 How could you possibly know what it's all about for all people. Shut your face. Talking like you know what it's all about for a life you don't live. It ain't all about what you say it's all about.

[@chysel4860]

@AJ A terrible rule she knew about

[@wjk2109]

She took responsibility. What's your point?

[@jclemons121384]

Love this show. They actually research what they say, and not just spew manufactured takes for click bate.

[@astrocade9541]

The slew of Michael Phelps comparison was super annoying

[@thurmangreen]

They didn't research anything they said! If they research their stuff then they would know WADA let a transgender MAN taking Harmon to change his physical appearance to be a woman and run with the women in 2016 Olympic also Russia was caught in the biggest doping scandal in Olympic history using Steroid that was documented in a documentary on Netflix. Russia was still allowed to complete in 2016 not under the country name or national anthem but still allowed to receive their models by WADA. That was research because it wasn't FACTS it's opinion or BS

[@blover8548]

Thank you so much guys I wanted to see this young lady do her thing on that track Field but I understand it’s not a black or white thing it’s rules for everyone competing.

[@agyemanboaten4385]

Odd behaviour! Would it not have been better to make your mother proud by winning the gold. Perhaps even support your siblings financially. I am sorry but surely her character has to be questioned. You never know what could happen in the future. No guarantee she will be the same in 4 years time.

[@andreasmith3638]

I wonder how Michael Phelps feel

[@donnadie1112]

Why would it be about race every one knows they drug test come on now people

[@dearmasw]

I really appreciate how these dudes can disagree, and yet respect each other's arguments. Great example of dialectic.

[@anonfan7763]

This is becoming one of the best sports talk shows right now. Acho and Cel were speaking straight facts here.

[@cam_1934]

💯

[@iamking_nell]

Becoming …. Shid they been on top for a minute

[@TheKiid810]

It is the best. Hopefully they get the flowers they deserve and people start tuning in more

[@devonf542]

Seriously these two is a very underrated duo, fox nailed this show!

[@dlobrown3673]

Agreed skip and shannon have fallen, the show is boring this is the new show

[@chucky1775]

So glad to see how they finally found the perfect formula for this show. They found Marcellus the perfect compliment guy in Acho. This segment was one of their best for sure. Great job gentlemen.

[@malachithegreat3889]

Yes because Whitlock urked me.

[@psyfozim]

Love these gentlemen with their vigorous analysis. Look, she made a mistake, it has a finite consequence that she knew about. She acknowledged it fully herself. She'll bounce back from it.

[@rorhodes2817]

Shut up

[@Jjustmay]

In four years? Shut up estupid.

[@LuigiTheSqueegy]

Ok so you fortune teller? tell me, what's my future Will I bounce back?

[@rorhodes2817]

Glad we don't have to hear about this chick no more

[@psyfozim]

@@Jjustmay Four years? What do you think athletes do when it's not the Olympics? IAAF, World Champs, Diamond League and a slew of other leagues and invitationals across Europe and America. She's missing one, albeit large, event and you're acting like she's a horse with a broken leg that needs to be put down. I get that casuals tune in to see athletics once every four years but that's not when most athletics competition takes place. Jesus Christ. 😂

[@tracianreid853]

I'm Jamaican and a super track fan. This is my new favorite shown. We dont give passes in track and field, period.

[@abeestarr1986]

Never listened to you before but gentlemen you are spitting pure fact❤❤

[@NellaColemanEl]

Yes

[@zachianggandu774]

Don’t smoke marijuana you refuse and smoke it, tell this girls the truth. The rules are the rules!!!

[@jashanestone]

These are the most logical Brothers on sports television, outside of Jalen Rose.. ✅💪🏾💯

[@iAmEdwinHamilton]

Self discipline and accountability is the main thing missing from society these days

[@pjbrownemusic]

You got it!

[@C-Note-to6vk]

I would say respect for each other is the main thing missing. Now in this case, she took accountability so that does not really apply here.

[@berachargoldore1223]

Wow! Apart from reading my Bible, this is the best conversation and discourse from all I have watched and heard this year. Much respect to both of you. I love the compassion that is not devoid of truth from you both. God bless

[@Duckbeenfree2]

This is the best conversation I’ve ever heard and seen. They are so graceful and factual at the same time!!!

[@atlluv12007]

Something so rare in today society, A rational, balanced conversation

[@weezdreamer1058]

Facts I love the clips from this show. I really want to dislike Wiley for some things he's said but on so many topics the man is so on point. And Acho always has an incredible way of putting his argument together it's gold

[@Whats_a_ZJ]

This is the best show that's in this format, no obnoxious takes and they have level headed conversations with really hot topics.

[@gregphillipsel9906]

They are really raising the bar intellectually.

[@beamersbeamer6514]

You mean they agree with what you think

[@atlluv12007]

@@beamersbeamer6514 No, I mean what I said

[@mikemuoio175]

This is hands down the most articulate conversation I have ever heard.

[@travparker6429]

I haven't even got a full 1:30 in & TH@ DUDE just said enough..... a license to ill. Ponder in that.... that quote made me analyse myself & my actions. Just that 1 quote.

[@SirCoolJerk1030]

I couldn't agree more

[@SirCoolJerk1030]

@@travparker6429 I missed that! Thanks for pointing that out.. I like that quote

[@jackcarraway4707]

She was informed of the rules and she CHOSE to break them.

[@armandoreyes2750]

TRUE!!!!!

[@tem73]

They didn't downplay anything! Just speaking straight facts stating their deep detailed analysis. I see these two live in reality. 💯

[@ADiaz-sf5bl]

I like the way these brothers go back and forth about a topic while exploring every inch of it. They gave 2 silly rules then showed why these rules are there. Also not forgetting to keep the humanity of the issue. Keep your head up Sha'carri.

[@delanob2258]

At this stage Sha' Carri is more hype. You can't be close to your mother and refer to her as "my biological mother". Does not add up.

[@ADiaz-sf5bl]

@@delanob2258 I think the mother gave her away some years ago. Yeah...its going to make that death more conflicting but that's why the word biological is used

[@delanob2258]

@@ADiaz-sf5bl If she had just said "my mom" I would have been sympathetic.

[@PD-qu8dq]

Those rules actually weren’t silly at all.

[@Akmong1988]

@@PD-qu8dq ikr..

[@cliquesnvues]

OLYMPICS CAN TEST YOU AT ANYTIME WITHOUT WARNING

[@bherbo3943]

For PEDs not marijuana.

[@cliquesnvues]

@@bherbo3943 THC.. THE MAIN SUBSTANCE IN Marijuana is a Banned substance.

[@bherbo3943]

@DarthMykrulus Gaming no they don’t. They only test THC. during competition periods. And the time frame for competition period is only the 24 hour period of whatever you’re competing in. If you have THC in your system out of season you won’t get popped. At all. That’s part of problem. To many ppl are having an uniformed opinions on this. And they even increased the limit for 10 nanograms to 150 nanograms.

[@alexciasommerville9514]

@@bherbo3943 they tested for it obviously though! So what’s your point?

[@bherbo3943]

@@alexciasommerville9514 that the OP’s comment was missing key details. Idk how many i have have to explain the same point over and over lol

[@iserved8840]

We’ve all made mistakes that we wish we could go back and change!

[@kyle-409]

i love hearing wiley speak common sense and logic

[@magicrehab]

My first time getting a speeding ticket wasn't my first time speeding .Just saying

[@judgedredd6559]

Under rated comment

[@goaldineyelife6291]

You have the right to contest a ticket also

[@judgedredd6559]

@Alex Garcia I care

[@ronaldpatterson1701]

@Alex Garcia so why did you comment? If you didn't care, you wouldn't comment... you would've just kept on scrolling, but you said something, so obviously you care a bit or you wouldn't have wasted your time idiot!

[@EPHtheChemist]

LMAO!

[@marcomcdowell8861]

When your manner of making cash involves stupid rules, might as well follow them or find a new job.

[@tawandamckinney3035]

Facts

[@shredacademy6170]

Yup

[@notimetowaste1254]

That is true....

[@BIX-18827DCM]

You ain't lie!!!

[@thejinks-lx4qf]

You have a good point

[@rickstokes2239]

Rule are Rules. Everyone in competitive sports knows this. She got caught. The end.

[@tylers12345689]

The Point is it shouldn’t be a rule?? How are you missing that

[@rickstokes2239]

@@tylers12345689 The Point is - IT IS A RULE - and she ignored it.

[@tylers12345689]

@@rickstokes2239 no one is arguing against that. We are saying it’s a dumb rule and shouldn’t exist. It’s not hard to understand

[@rickstokes2239]

@@tylers12345689 Professional sports and high-level competitive athletes are constantly told and advised about substances that affect their bodies and minds which can give them any advantage unnaturally over their peers. It’s not dumb, it’s what helps to make things fair. Also, if she’d been honest about it before and knew the rules she should’ve reported it, but didn’t.

[@TrollinOn22s]

@@tylers12345689 It's not a dumb rule when athletes can take a substance to hide another illegal substance.

[@1Melissaworld]

Thanks for the intelligent, nuanced conversation. It’s like coming up for air 🙌👏

[@simoneforthewin7269]

I couldn’t agree more with the analysis of this situation. Great pair and great conversation. Spot on.

[@steelcitytv]

But its a man look at it

[@el_Chupo]

It was going thru my mind thru out the day but they opened my mind and both of them are right when it comes to the issue. Couldn't agree more. I feel bad for her, she was suppose to inspire new generation . Her influence would be unmatched

[@ComedianMoGreen]

Ts x4 l. My d. Bu

[@heavensent9772]

"You lost your discipline and now your going to be disciplined"

[@Daddyboy948]

I'm copying that's

[@pjbrownemusic]

Yes, she did.

[@tonyg.6148]

Was michael phelps disciplined just sayin

[@DarkManXwithThe45]

She be okay, Nike suspended her for a month, she still good. It’s youth and The Olympics.

[@van182]

@@DarkManXwithThe45 Is it ok for athletes to brake the rules if you like them? When do you think athletes should play by the rules? Usually, we only want the "other team" to follow the rules.

[@kwayvonm4014]

This is a great take. Very honest and informative.

[@naijainnit]

Saw it when it aired and was very impressed with their thoughts on the matter.

[@s7ventude]

Let’s be BRUTALLY honest, as an athlete she knows the rules and what is expected of her………rules are in place for a reason. Athletes know this VERY well.

[@ReelReasonNRhyme]

Spot on... she should take her L and prepare for the next challenge

[@viperviper5]

Exactly

[@DTB1995]

Thank you for being rational

[@wjk2109]

Why do we need to be brutally honest. It seems shes the one being brutally honest. She smoked she told us why she said she knew the rules and she accepted punishment. Which means she agrees with everything single thing you said. So what is your point then

[@eleminoupi5670]

@@wjk2109 nothing. We feel the need to drag it on just because

[@salihalexanderesq.2243]

This is one of the most outstanding segments I've ever seen on a sports talk show. WELL DONE.

[@theblacknationnews]

I'm not impressed.

[@BranDawg81]

@@theblacknationnews ok, token black

[@Speedyreedy1218]

Acho as usual: 🙌🏽

[@joe62591]

Acho was right. Having a tragedy doesn’t give her the excuse to break the rules no matter how stupid the rules are. She knew it and she still broke it. Understanding her pain but no sympathy

[@macbenzo1677]

Why are some people acting like she’s asking not to be suspended, She took Full Responsibility.

[@da_suntoucha7219]

What choice did she have

[@icebergdl757]

@@da_suntoucha7219 None.

[@johnwebb2442]

Right

[@heiress.]

Because she’s a proud black woman.

[@northernking4787]

It’s literally physically impossible for any Woman to ever take “full responsibility” for ANYTHING.

[@tsukujinaan4381]

Man, these two guys are so balanced in their commentary and they speak with wisdom.

[@billpracells8876]

🐃🐂💩💩💩💩💩💩💩💩

[@rfgexpress8830]

They are much better than Skip and Shannon and Stephen A Smith

[@ishmaelmcduffey6676]

@@billpracells8876lol he was doing to much

[@billpracells8876]

@@ishmaelmcduffey6676 I agree wiley just like fatlock

[@floydjr1478]

I like them but they could lose that corny schtick they have.

[@msmaduna]

Great conversation guys. This was my favorite Acho segment so far an d Wiley is the man

[@quan1428]

I love these two brothers content so profound and insightful may god bless u both

[@professorzoom7800]

i like watching them try to out-profound each other “it reminds me of a conversation i had with Aristotle. One time Aristotle told me, the earth only spins one way, and no matter how hard you try, your mistakes will always be exactly perpendicular to the angle of your effort. so i’ll leave you with this...always be true to the person your future aspires to be...and not the person your past tries to imprison.”

[@MrMakeLifeHappen]

👊🏽🧘🏽‍♂️

[@professorzoom7800]

P.S - i do actually like these guys 😅 just goofy sometimes but that’s cool

[@HeavenestStCyr]

"I like watching them try to out profound each other." I laughed and cried at the same time because this is so me when I talk to people😂 but at the same time I feel good cuz I can admit it in a humorous way.

[@heiress.]

‘So I’ll leave you with this…’ 💀💀

[@ur5860]

But that last part... Thank you for posting, I needed to hear that, even if it was a joke. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💖💛💖💖

[@antn8387]

I agree, Richardson should've had a manager or coach or family member guiding her to the Olympics. I just noticed that all Olympians have a coach and full team behind them.

[@qfbaby22]

I don’t know her personally but hearing her statement did sound a bit like a cry for help. How do we know she’s not battling deeper demons? Ppl truly don’t understand addiction and yes even marijuana! If she is dealing with addiction THERE IS NOTHING A TEAM AROUND HER OR ANYONE BESIDES HER COULDVE DONE.

[@geronimopratt7976]

I mean she did just lose her mom, c'mon

[@dreviews7718]

Go find out who's her coaching team and there past on ban substance while they were athletes in Track and Field 🏃💉💯

[@CHEETAH69]

@@dreviews7718 Bobby Kersee is her coach. Which of his athletes have been banned for drug use?

[@dreviews7718]

@@CHEETAH69 Her coach is Dennis Mitchell

[@kingel6240]

Anybody recall the Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps? Not only tested positive after winning 5 Olympic medals ,not only did he keep them but went back to the Olympics to compete again afterwards.

[@graymalkin26]

Great segment, number one sports talk show anywhere.

[@rmm3803]

Does anyone remember the rivalry between Carl Lewis and Ben Johnson?

[@coach9410]

Yes sir

[@pullupandgetsome427]

Yes

[@ronblack2700]

Yes I do!

[@bhenry7038]

All I remember was Carl Lewis’s National Anthem 🤣🤣🤣

[@nickatnite16]

@@bhenry7038 Nets vs Bulls ,I watched that game live here on channel 9 in nyc. Nets rocking the Flo Jo designed unis

[@lmillerlearnandimplement4869]

Let's cut the BS, she was smoking before her mother's death

[@PropheSAY]

Why won't anybody say this?!?! LOL

[@brother_Tennessee]

I agree lol lol lol

[@brandnew9834]

Exactly lol.

[@anotherpointofview222]

So what's the BS?

[@timothyb3121]

Do you know this for a fact?, Or are you just spewing garbage?. Real talk ach.

[@almcdaniel1035]

I’m sure she was esposed to smoking marijuana before her mother passed .

[@GCarnell]

Excellent segment. Well done, gentlemen. We’ve all fallen short, been non-compliant, and have had to pay the unfortunate consequences. Hoping this’ll be something that she will learn from, and that others will use to learn from as well. (Nothing better than learning from another’s error.)

[@mosesmbeseha6915]

the best take I’ve seen them have yet. this was great.

[@ericmclean4291]

The one thing that is really upsetting me about the reaction to this suspension is the misunderstanding of how empathy works. It is realistic to empathize with her situation and still believe the suspension is just. Just because you understand why someone made a bad decision does not mean that consequences for that decision should be erased. Lastly, drug testing organizations should NEVER be interested in why you failed a drug test unless you are appealing the accuracy of the results.

[@romariosmith422]

Finally someone with a level head.

[@bk7064]

Thank you

[@FaceFamous]

Exactly

[@mauricedosty3495]

Well said Eric McLean

[@d.totheo.c8750]

Agreed 👍

[@jgooch99]

Thanks for bringing up the other athletes and for your talking points.

[@slacknesstv]

These 2 guys is the only American who talk the truth and know the jamaican sprinter wasn't a walk over she and everyone else think the jamaican sprinter was going to lay down and let her win

[@moniquewrites9046]

Wiley is giving us wisdom from a father to a daughter type of wisdom. It’s not judging but we can all glean from this.

[@wh9174]

I don’t think the conversation is fair tho… When white athletes break the rules they are forgiven, and when black athletes do it it’s always, “oh well you know the rules!” But when you bend those rules based on someone’s gender or race, it is totally unfair!

[@brandnew9834]

@@wh9174 Nah. The public as a right to forgive who they want, for whatever reason. Forgiveness is subjective. Forgiveness doesn’t forgo consequences. You can’t police people’s personal choices, no matter how unfair they may seem. Black folks know the game, we’ve known for a long time what time it is. Let’s stop acting fake surprised. She broke a rule, she takes a consequence. Nothing to follow with race.

[@josephhale9198]

Wiley and Acho are 2 of the most educated knowledgeable individuals you'll ever come across.

[@josephhale9198]

@@wh9174 what about the Russians that got banned for failing drug tests??

[@smyzo]

@@brandnew9834 OH shut up, the vast majority people don't even care and per usual you're gonna sit here and lie.

[@kolapengineer]

These guys have the best pound for pound takes in sports commentary right now

[@TheGoogable]

I definitely get smarter listening to these guys

[@floydjr1478]

I like them but they could lose that corny schtick they have.

[@brandondo3180]

I agree with you!

[@BobSmith-said]

Show was better and less predictable with Whitlock

[@floydjr1478]

@@BobSmith-said Whitlock has way more experience in the genre.

[@shamirbrown8160]

The most fair, non-bias, on-target responses i have heard/read re: the Sha'Carri R. failed test/eligibility situation. Hope she can dig down & embrace the grind for the next few yrs. to strike back!

[@Tfisher3738]

Great points gentlemen. You can definitely tell you both have done your homework on this topic💪

[@MrBeaujangles51]

2:40 there really isn’t that that much to Unpack. You can’t fail a drug test and compete in the Olympics

[@deciuswtasby]

Facts

[@Svbr2th]

It's as simple as that

[@valthomas9786]

What you’re saying sounds good. It’s very concise and simple which is appealing. Richardson acknowledged her responsibility but personally I don’t fault her for having thc or cbd in her system.

[@MrBeaujangles51]

@@valthomas9786 I think the way she owned it will make her a fan favorite in the next Olympics. I’m hope she’s able to bounce back

[@Thomas998822]

So if there wasn't anything else to unpack, what were they talking about??.. because somehow they indeed *did* unpack 17min of relevant concepts, whereas the segment *could* have only been 5secs.

[@andrebillups4079]

They actually made me change my mind they're right

[@SlaveofChrist_]

Hmm..I would agree if they were consistent in their rules. If I’m not mistaken a guy by the name of Laurel Hubbard who identifies as Transgender is allowed to compete in the Olympics on the women’s weightlifting team. Make this make sense?!? 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@clemfandango6239]

@@SlaveofChrist_ the World Anti Doping Agency is not easy to understand no doubt about it

[@MimiXtinaChelleKRow]

Marijuana is actually illegal in Japan and people caught possessing marijuana can go to prison for up to 5 years.

[@heiress.]

Oh so you’re an idiot than?

[@arewethereyet8884]

@Polo Jack you are the only one that brought up race on this thread......sounds like you are the only one racebaiting.the OP NEVER mentioned race

[@adi7031]

Oh my gosh where have I been .Just found you guys love love your podcast. People that speak the truth finally. New subscriber.

[@Quanic2000]

One thing that bothers me about this situation is that people are blaming the Japanese and their culture for being "racist" against other ethnicities. This is the IOC'S ruling, not the Japanese.

[@JJ-zy3zv]

These guys are on fire what a segment 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@vsmooveatl7711]

Best conversation on this on the net. Thank you guys for being non-biased.

[@socialhero4441]

I respect both of these guys for being people not having a one sided understanding

[@kimlew52]

This was a breath of fresh air!

[@jared40000]

Watching the show makes me think of watching two lawyers talking about sports they come prepared.

[@eugenehicks3859]

Break a clearly stated rule... You pay the consequence. It's not a matter of like or dislike.

[@cadesertdude]

Ever wonder why you never hear sports talk like this at ESPN? Because they don’t have the horses to pull that wagon. Both of these guys used to work there, and it is wonderful to see them elevating the level of conversation the way they are now. Keep it up, guys!!

[@magicgundam]

This is the most legit discussion/debate I've seen in AGES. I forgot Americans can have such a sensible discussion and be this real.

[@Seyestaxx]

This show is underrated. Y’all go deep into the topic.

[@bleb87]

She knew the rules, she knew she'd be drug tested, and still did it. It was very dumb. That said that rule is idiotic.

[@khalidsaid5901]

Eh people make mistakes they’re human especially losing their mother.

[@TheVitoandollini1]

Ok thats fair

[@Dr3EIB]

@@khalidsaid5901 Mistake lol. Shawty rolled it and lit it🔥 . There are People who lose family members everyday. Don’t make your situation better than anyone else. Stop it.

[@ja1boi]

@@Dr3EIB everboy doesn’t handle loss the same buddy.

[@AppleHead84]

@@Dr3EIB everyone deals with grief in different ways. Whether you feel like what she did was wrong is a personal opinion. In sports it's right now considered illegal. In real life that's up for debate.

[@RTYRWARRIORS]

You can test positive for cannabis weeks after taking it and not be high or under the influence!

[@callidawkins85]

Stupid rule .. marijuana does more harm than good if not for medicinal use. Also just becsuse its still in your system doesn't mean you're impaired.

[@Yasuke4d]

This is by far the best discussion on the situation.

[@Manjaco]

I love the takes of these two gentlemen because they are always rooted in facts and common sense!!

[@southwest702]

I'm glad he brought up Noah Lyles because the man has incredible sportsmanship, that I questioned of Richardson. The "Who are you" part of the statement from such a young person at the very start of her career showed immaturity. I hope she comes back far more humble for the next games. As a black man I hate living with the arrogant/boastful stereotype and some of the mainstream athletes don't help that.

[@anquiette100]

well.....who ARE you? Nothin wrong with her position on OUTSIDERs to her situation........HER pain.

[@jasonwolfe3252]

Intelligent black men that are accountable and don't play victim. I love it.

[@BriColinceej]

Literally the first time watching any footage the Wiley/Acho combo. This is my new favorite sports commentary show. Articulate, researched, intelligent and thought provoking. Based on the comment section, it seems like consensus. Good job KZbin

[@fredokeys3405]

As stupid as I think the rule is it’s still the rules and she broke them and got caught.

[@geronimopratt7976]

Rules were broken on January 6, 2021 as well but 2 different Amerikkka's

[@R.O.T.C._SEEM]

Imagine being held accountable

[@yamechagunn3206]

F*ck them rules.

[@fredokeys3405]

@Polo Jack because multiple nfl players basketball players said they smoked almost before every game. So this particular drug ban is dumb if it isn’t making things worse. And I didn’t say all drugs so

[@brandnew9834]

@@geronimopratt7976 A lot of people have been arrested and charged for Jan. 6th. The feds are tracking people down from different states and charging them. At least 100 now. You gotta read the entire article, not just the headline. Not having a public hearing isn’t the same as people get off scot free.

[@jakefromstatefarm9139]

If I fail a random drug test I lose my job.

[@ryana9783]

Really appreciate the well thought out responses these guys consistently bring.

[@ericmclean4291]

This shouldn't be a big deal. She failed the test and got suspended. That is all.

[@bk7064]

Exactly. Everyone has to calm down.

[@slimhardaway8]

Clicks & views

[@sirhoopalot1125]

@@bk7064 its the olympics dude 😐 but she did it to herself lol

[@coach9410]

Facts

[@twodogs5395]

She's black therefore media has to treat it as systemic racism.

[@grayzo16]

I swear people trying to make it racial when it’s not...

[@jamorriswebber1711]

its is racially asian really dnt like black people

[@dujuanhayes6578]

It's not racial it's nthn but competition sir

[@shyblast6789]

@@dujuanhayes6578 Michael Phelps tested positive and had paraphernalia

[@dujuanhayes6578]

@Shy blast ik about that

[@ocampbell1954]

@@shyblast6789 Michael Phelps has never tested positive within competition. He wasn't dumb enough to smoke within competition period. She's stupid plain and simple.

[@davidroseman4917]

So, you train your teenage years into your adult life to achieve your dream and you chose to ingest a substance that you know is against the rules? It's unfortunate that her mother passed away but that's a weak excuse. If a person turned to alcohol to cope with a personal tragedy they would be labeled as an alcoholic. People grieve differently but if you need a substance to grieve there's a bigger issue.

[@anquiette100]

My my.....how easy it must be to be soooo BIG and STRONG.......when you're judging someone else's pain. 👏👏👏 you're a real soldier man 👏👏

[@davidroseman4917]

@@anquiette100 I didn't judge anyone at all. I just made a simple observation.

[@anquiette100]

@@davidroseman4917 YES. you most certainly did judge. but it's all good. YOU still reap what you sow.....just like anybody else.

[@GS-xt8fu]

Our head coach was black and he followed school rules and our QB was suspended first game and had to test. Our coach than added another game because he said, he failed the team. Folks were upset with coach. He said, it is what it is…the player made his choice for himself. I made one for the team. Anyone else does it, you will receive the same.

[@twodogs5395]

Why do athletes think normal humans buy their "I only smoked cause my mom died" excuse?

[@sparkyboomboomboi7051]

I mean it’s a valid excuse. Her mom died recently and she has to perform in a race with lots of pressure from all sides. Coping would be hard

[@LovelyTee2323]

Social media is supporting her but I'm not on this situation.... she knew the rules and decided to break them... idk why ppl are saying this is okay... basically the 4+yrs she's put into training has somewhat gon to waste. Well then again she'll be back at the end of the Olympic events but will she succeed to the greatness that we want her to?

[@marx41mans]

@Dc A-N-D-Y But who's "Bashing" her...nobody is bashing her! People are discussing the situation, that's not bashing the woman! She made a huge mistake at the wrong time in which she knew ALL THE RULES and consequences. A death in the family does not change the rules and regulations ALL the literally 1000's of Olympic Athletes have to abide by! There are THOUSDANDS of athletes from all over the world competing in the Olympics...do you think.Sha'Carri is the only one going through some sh*t right before the games? Have you seen how some of these people from other crazy countries live DAILY? So no...talking about this situation is not bashing her. She did something stupid and got caught when she knew the rules and consequences, and that is separate from the pain and grief of losing her Mother. If the pain and grief was that severe, she should have taken a waver on the Olympics and taken the time to get professional help and get healing in her life! Handling the situation that way would have be honorable, respectable and garnered empathy from masses of people! Nobody is bashing her...REGARDLESS...she made UNWISE choices and got caught and put the biggest event of her life in jeopardy! Discussing the stupidity of bad actions and the lack of BIG picture awareness actions is not "bashing."

[@lordgrim355]

@@sparkyboomboomboi7051 it’s not a valid excuse. If it was she wouldn’t of been punished for it. Also ppl seem to forget she was smoking before hand. Her test was from a month ago while her mom passed 2 weeks ago. She got caught. She messed up.

[@lordgrim355]

@Randy Vowler, Jr it’s the rules. The rules don’t bend just because someone is going through a lose. We all lose someone. Ppl die. That’s life. If you were at work and didn’t something against the rules for whatever reason. Then get caught later, you will face either suspension or be fired. You knew the rules. You broke said rules. There’s consequences. That’s how it goes. You would do the same thing if you owed a business and somebody did the same under you. You can’t cater to everyone needs and wants. There has to be a system and ppl have to follow it

[@jrealdahoodsgreatest]

My favorite show in sports. This is the best take I've seen so far

[@essohopeful]

6:40 Exactly! Great breakdown

[@AnubisRa6]

Oh, girl is a talented woman; however, everyone knows whenever you are going to compete, you have to follow the organization's guidelines. Now, there were men in sports that was held accountable for marijuana. Learn from this and hold yourself accountable for your actions.

[@dubrider]

Still making excuses. She even admitted she did wrong. Accept it…she is human and made a major mistake.

[@sirhoopalot1125]

Big mistake 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@annmariegood37]

Right I feel like they keep hitting her over the head like she was making excuses

[@LifeofBoj]

Seems more directed at the wider audience rather than Richardson because their the ones who are trying to make excuses for her.

[@georgeross4384]

These guys really bring up some great points that I haven't heard anywhere else.

[@janebrown7975]

This post is very refreshing, factual and welcoming. Thanks!