UNHINGED
UNHINGED
Pranav Manjunath
Hosted by Sports Nerd and Mr. Twitter Fingers himself: Pranav "Manju" Manjunath. Delivering the truest and simultaneously most unhinged takes that you don't want to hear, but that you need to. Covering all areas of sports and life. Follow us on Twitter @UNHINGEDMANJU. -------------------------------------------------------------- Have a Question or Topic Suggestion? Text: 469-215-5076 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pranav-manjunath/support
Episode 7: Thank You Tom, Super Bowl LVI Breakdown, Rodgers Wins MVP (Brady Robbed), Who's the Best QB in the NFL?, Super Bowl LVII Early Predictions
Thank You, Tom, for everything. In this episode, Pranav is joined by fellow #TheBradyAgenda compatriots CGB, Ted, and Isaac. Together, they reminisce on the career of the best player to ever play in the NFL. Then, they break down Super Bowl LVI, talk Tom Brady getting robbed of MVP, and reflect on the comedy that is Aaron Rodgers in the playoffs. Finally, they conclude by discussing the best QBs in the NFL and giving some early Super Bowl LVII predictions for next season. (1:26-1:02:35) - Reminiscing on the one-of-a-kind career of the G.O.A.T Tom Brady, Could he end up in San Fran? (1:02:35-1:44:36) - Super Bowl LVI Breakdown, Jalen Ramsey is a fraud, Stafford's last drive is overrated, Odell & Aaron Donald finally get rings, Can either team get back to the big dance next year? (1:44:36-1:56:35) - Aaron Fraudgers misses out on his second ring yet again as his engagement to Shailene Woodley is broken off, Aaron Fraudgers wins another Mickey Mouse MVP, Aaron Fraudgers forgets how to read defenses in the playoffs (1:56:35-2:16:53) - Ranking the best QBs in the NFL, Super Bowl LVII Early Predictions --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pranav-manjunath/support
Feb 24, 2022
2 hr 19 min
Episode 6: Flores Lawsuit, Jags Hire Pederson, Vikes don't get Harbaugh, Nadal wins his 21st, Harden, NBA All-Star Selections, Jokic back-to-back MVPs?
In this episode of UNHINGED, Pranav starts off by discussing the situation surrounding former Dolphins Head Coach Brian Flores, who is suing the Dolphins, the Broncos, and the Giants, alleging racial discrimination in their hiring processes. Afterwards, he gives his thoughts on the Jaguars hiring Super Bowl LII Champion and former Eagles' Head Coach Doug Pederson. Wrapping up the Coaching Carousel discussion for the week, he argues that the Vikings' hiring of Current Rams' Offensive Coordinator Kevin O'Connell as Head Coach after Jim Harbaugh spurned them to return to The University of Michigan doesn't bode well for the Rams in the upcoming big game. Then, he is joined by High School buddy Ryan as they recap the Australian Open Final and debate their all-time rankings of the Big Three. For the final segment, Roommate and College friend Abhiram hops on the pod and joins Pranav in deliberating on the NBA All-Star selections, Nets' Star Shooting Guard James Harden potentially being traded to the 76ers, and Nikola Jokic potentially winning his second straight MVP award. (1:16-20:54) - Brian Flores Lawsuit Breakdown, The Plight of Black NFL Coaches, Jags Hiring Pederson Reminiscent of Eagles Hiring Him, Harbaugh returns to Michigan + Vikes Hiring O'Connell Instead a Bad Omen for Rams in Super Bowl LVI (20:54-1:00:11) - Nadal vs. Medvedev Recap, Ranking the Big Three, Ramifications of Politics in Sports Media (1:00:11-1:38:26) - NBA All-Star Selections, Harden to Sixers?, Rising Stars Game, Jokic for MVP, Hopping on the Bulls Bandwagon --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pranav-manjunath/support
Feb 6, 2022
1 hr 39 min
Episode 5: Brady & Roethlisberger Retire, Conference Championships Breakdown, Pro Bowls are Fraudulent, NFL Coaching Carousel, Super Bowl LVI Early Preview
In this episode of UNHINGED, Pranav is joined by High School friends Sami and Arvi. They give their thoughts on the retirements of Future HOF QBs Tom Brady and Ben Roethlisberger. They also break down the Conference Championship games, criticize the Pro Bowl, deliberate the recent NFL coach hirings, and give their early thoughts on a simultaneously unexpected and enticing matchup in Super Bowl LVI.  (2:08-10:48) - Reacting to the GOAT calling it a career after 22 incredible seasons in the NFL  (10:48-44:19) - AFC Championship Game Breakdown, Brady vs. Mahomes, Gronk vs. Kelce, Romo's Commentary  (44:19-1:12:33) - NFC Championship Game Breakdown, OBJ & Stafford changing their narratives, Aikman’s Commentary, McVay and Shanahan are too smart for their own good, Jimmy G’s Future, Where does Kupp rank among today’s receivers?  (1:12:33-1:19:46) - Reflecting on Ben Roethlisberger's career, comparing him to the rest of the '04 QB class + other HOF QBs  (1:19:46-1:52:54) - Pro Bowls + Other Fan & Media determined awards are Mickey Mouse, NFL Coaching Carousel Update  (1:52:54-1:59:27) - Super Bowl LVI Early Preview --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pranav-manjunath/support
Feb 3, 2022
2 hr 1 min
Episode 4: Breaking Down an Incredible Divisional Round Weekend and Looking Ahead to the Conference Championships
In this episode of UNHINGED (formerly Next Manju Up), Pranav, a depressed Brady fan, is joined by more High School friends: depressed Packers fans Viraaj and Roger as well as perennially depressed Giants fan Lance. Together, they dive into the results of the four incredible Divisional Round matchups. They also debate various storylines surrounding this weekend's games, including if Tom Brady played his last game on Sunday and whether or not the Overtime Rules should be changed. Then, they look ahead to next weekend's Conference Championship games and give their Super Bowl matchup predictions. Finally, Lance spits some Kenny Pickett Propaganda and the gang wraps up their discussion by postulating that this was the greatest weekend of football ever, with more to come soon. (1:28-14:30) - Bengals/Titans Breakdown, Eli Apple's Twitter Rant, Ryan Tannehill's Future (14:30-38:36) - 49ers/Packers Breakdown, Rodgers' Legacy and Future (38:36-57:53) - Rams/Buccaneers Breakdown, Will Brady be Back? (57:53-1:23:22) - Bills/Chiefs Breakdown, Understanding Situational Football, Comparing Mac Jones to Other Young AFC QBs, Debating Potential Changes to Overtime and Taunting Rules, Shutting down Mahomes-Allen as the next Brady-Manning (1:23:22-1:29:00) - Bengals/Chiefs Preview and Picks (1:29:00-1:36:04) - 49ers/Rams Preview and Picks, Shanahan's Super Bowl Coaching (1:36:04-1:38:03) - Kenny Pickett Propaganda (1:38:03-1:41:20) - The Greatness Weekend of Football Ever...With More to Come? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pranav-manjunath/support
Jan 25, 2022
1 hr 42 min
Episode 3: Analyzing the NFL All-Pro Teams
In this episode of UNHINGED (formerly Next Manju Up), Pranav breaks down the NFL 1st and 2nd team All-Pro selections for the 2021-22 Season. And don't worry, he definitely gives his thoughts on the asinine selection of Trevon Diggs as a 1st-team All-Pro Cornerback.  (0:00-30:30) - All-Pro Offense Breakdown  (30:30-50:35) - All-Pro Defense Breakdown  (50:35-55:00) - All-Pro Special Teams Breakdown --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pranav-manjunath/support
Jan 20, 2022
57 min
Episode 2: Recapping Wild Card Weekend, Divisional Round Preview, Culley & Mayock axed, Cam Reddish trade, NBA MVP Ladder, & Celtics/Mavs + Zion talk
In the second episode of UNHINGED (formerly Next Manju Up), Pranav is joined by High School friend and depressed Cowboys fan Ankith Kurapati. Together, they break down the Wild Card games, including Pranav giving his thoughts on the Patriots getting blown out and Ankith giving his thoughts on yet another early playoff exit for the Cowboys (we also give our thoughts on the firing of former Raiders General Manager Mike Mayock and Mike Freeman's article on Cooper Kupp in this segment), and preview the upcoming Divisional Round. Then they ruminate on the official firing of former Texans Head Coach David Culley. Afterwards, they switch to basketball and talk Cam Reddish being traded from the Hawks to the Knicks as well as the top NBA MVP candidates before discussing their respective favorite teams, the middling Celtics and the surging Mavericks, as well as Zion Williamson. (0:00-0:30) - Debuting New Intro by ShaashBeats (0:30-1:02:10) - Super Wild Card Weekend Game-by-Game Breakdown (1:02:10-1:18:05) - Divisional Round Preview and Picks (1:18:05-1:26:17) - Thoughts on David Culley being officially fired (1:26:17-1:31:15) - Cam Reddish Trade Review (1:31:15-1:34:34) - NBA MVP Ladder (1:34:34-1:43:05) - Celtics/Mavs + Zion Talk (1:43:05-1:44:03) - Debuting New Outro by ShaashBeats --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pranav-manjunath/support
Jan 20, 2022
1 hr 44 min
Episode 1: Breaking Down NFL Week 18, Georgia beating Bama, Brady vs. Rodgers for MVP, and Wild Card Predictions
In the inaugural episode of UNHINGED (formerly Next Manju Up), Pranav starts by diving into various NFL Week 18 storylines: Showing Jalen Hurts and Nick Sirianni some love.  Discussing the firings of Nagy, Zimmer, Judge, and Flores.  Carson Wentz and the Colts collapsing against the hapless 2-win Jaguars.  TJ Watt ties Strahan's record with 22.5 sacks in just 15 games.  Giving Brandin Cooks and Davis Mills their flowers.  Jimmy G's back-to-back clutch drives to send the 49ers to the playoffs.  The Dolphins still own the Patriots in Miami. Playoff Brady is rounding into form.  Justin Herbert deserves better, but Derek Carr deserves this.  Then, Pranav breaks down the NFL MVP Race between Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady and discusses why he believes Brady should win the award over Rodgers (and no, it's not because he's a homer). Then he picks the winners of the remaining relevant NFL awards, gives his thoughts on AB's appearance on the Full Send Podcast, recaps Georgia's victory over Alabama in the CFP National Championship game, and finishes off with his predictions for Super Wild Card Weekend.  (0:00-42:40) - Tackling Week 18 Narratives, Coach Firings, Rookie QB Evals  (42:40-1:02:38) - NFL MVP: Brady or Rodgers?  (1:02:38-1:10:07) - NFL Award Picks: OPOY, DPOY, OROY, DROY, CPOY, COY, EOY  (1:10:07-1:13:15) - Discussing Antonio Brown's comments on the Full Send Podcast  (1:13:15-1:15:23) - Recapping Georgia's victory over Alabama in the CFP National Championship  (1:15:23-1:20:35) - Super Wild Card Weekend Game Picks --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pranav-manjunath/support
Jan 12, 2022
1 hr 20 min