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Road Trippin' Show

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Three former NBA champions and a courtside reporter give an unfiltered, player-centric look at the league's latest news and locker-room culture.

The brief

A twice-weekly talk show where retired players, still deeply connected to the league, debate breaking news and front-office moves. The format is less about deep tactical analysis and more about the human side of the game: player mentality, contract politics, and the dynamics of a locker room. The hosts' shared history as teammates provides an authentic, unfiltered chemistry that feels like eavesdropping on a private conversation.

As one of the original athlete-led podcasts, its longevity and the hosts' credentials as NBA champions give it a unique authority. The dynamic between Richard Jefferson and Channing Frye, honed as teammates, creates a relaxed and often hilarious atmosphere that broadcaster Allie Clifton expertly navigates.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Hosted by former NBA champions and 2016 Cavaliers teammates Richard Jefferson and Channing Frye, alongside fellow champ Kendrick Perkins and veteran broadcaster Allie Clifton. Launched in 2017 while on the road with the Cavs, the show offers a player's perspective on current NBA events, trades, and on-court drama. It is one of the longest-running athlete-hosted podcasts, known for its candid conversations and humorous behind-the-scenes stories.

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Credentials & credits

  • Richard Jefferson: 2016 NBA Champion, 17-year NBA career, ESPN/ABC NBA Analyst.
  • Channing Frye: 2016 NBA Champion, 13-year NBA career, NBA/TNT Sports host.
  • Kendrick Perkins: 2008 NBA Champion, 14-year NBA career, ESPN NBA Analyst.
  • Allie Clifton: 5-time Emmy-winning broadcaster, Spectrum SportsNet Lakers host, former D-I basketball player.

Other ventures

  • Richard Jefferson: Game Analyst (ESPN/ABC, YES Network).
  • Channing Frye: Co-founder, Chosen Family Wines.
  • Kendrick Perkins: On-air commentator (ESPN's NBA Today, First Take, Get Up).
  • Allie Clifton: Studio Host for Los Angeles Lakers broadcasts (Spectrum SportsNet).
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

Niches
Region
usa
§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

Publishing rate
Daily
Not shown by Apple / Spotify
Total episodes
1.9K
Last episode
7 days ago
Jun 24, 2026
Status
Active
§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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  1. 01
    The Cavs Drank So Many Spritzes One Guy Made Them For 2 Hours

    A signature episode showcasing the hosts' chemistry as they recap a reunion trip with their 2016 championship team, filled with inside jokes and personal stories.

  2. 02
    RJ Explains Why Players Won't Buy Into Nori's One-Year Deal

    A prime example of the show's core value: former players providing a unique perspective on a controversial front-office decision that reporters might miss.

  3. 03
    RJ REACTS to Austin Reaves Becoming The Richest Undrafted Player EVER

    Demonstrates how the hosts break down the implications of a major contract, not just for the team, but for the player's career and the league's financial landscape.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

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How Road Trippin' interviews

The show is a multi-host video podcast, primarily featuring a roundtable discussion format. Allie Clifton often moderates, posing questions to drive the conversation between the more opinionated Jefferson, Frye, and Perkins. Episodes mix reactions to the latest NBA news with personal anecdotes from their playing days.

Questions Road Trippin' keeps coming back to

  • Do you guys like a move like [Player X]?
  • When is [Player X] trade available?
  • Is this contract disrespectful?
  • What are your thoughts, Allie?
  • What does that look like from a player's perspective?
  • Who was the last one to sleep every night?
  • Who ran the music / had the aux cord?
  • How many times did you guys talk about the championship?

Signature segments

  • · Like & Subscribe call to action
  • · D-Tour segment
  • · Channing’s Mailbag

Topics covered repeatedly

NBA player contracts and negotiationsCoaching changes and team managementPlayer trades and free agency rumorsLocker room dynamicsRecaps of personal experiences (e.g., team reunions)Debates on player legacies and rankingsThe business side of the NBAAnalysis of recent game outcomes and player performances
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

While the show occasionally features guests, the core of the podcast is the chemistry and debate between the hosts. Discussions often revolve around players and coaches currently in the news, who are spoken *about* rather than interviewed directly.

§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
161K
161,000
Avg views / video
23.7K
Trailing window
Total views
59.3M
59,335,509
Videos published
1,857
Sponsor readEstimated

The primary sponsor is Fanatics Sportsbook, which is promoted in every episode. Channing Frye's wine brand, Chosen Family Wines, is also a recurring sponsor mentioned in show descriptions and ads.

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Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.

§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

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Who are the hosts of Road Trippin'?
The primary hosts are former NBA Champions Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye, and Kendrick Perkins, alongside 5-time Emmy-winning broadcaster Allie Clifton.
When did the Road Trippin' podcast start?
The podcast began in 2017, started by Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye, and Allie Clifton while they were all with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
What is the format of the show?
It's a video podcast with a multi-host roundtable format, where the hosts debate current NBA news, share anecdotes from their careers, and provide a player's perspective on the league.
Where can I listen to or watch Road Trippin'?
The show is available on major podcast platforms like iHeart, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify, with video versions of the episodes posted on their YouTube channel.
Is the podcast still running?
Yes, the podcast is active and releases multiple new episodes per week.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
Research depthDeep dossierHigh confidence · Jun 29, 2026 · gemini-2.5-pro

Built from the show's public RSS feed, YouTube, the host's own websites, and the cited sources below. Computed and AI-extracted fields are labelled. Facts only — no private info, no fabrication, no transcripts republished.

§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

This page is AI-assisted, grounded in the public sources cited below, and host-verifiable. We publish facts only; we do not republish transcripts. If anything here is wrong, the host can claim and correct the page above.Model: gemini-2.5-pro · high confidence

  1. [01]Road Trippin' Show - iHeartiheart.com
  2. [02]Richard Jefferson - ESPN Press Room U.S.espnpressroom.com
  3. [03]Kendrick Perkins - ESPN Press Room U.S.espnpressroom.com
  4. [04]Allie Clifton Biography - ThreeFourTwo Productionsthreefourtwo.com
  5. [05]Chosen Family Wineschosenfamilywines.com
  6. [06]'Road Trippin' podcast from Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye joins JJ Redick's networkawfulannouncing.com
  7. [07]This NBA Life - The Ringertheringer.com
  8. [08]Richard Jefferson - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
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