Stephen Jackson is the coolest, nicest, realest professional athlete of all time. I’m from San Antonio and when he was a Spur (the first time), my girlfriend at the time babysat for him and other Spurs. I met him a couple of times and he always gave me money to take my girl out because I was a broke college student. In 2001, he caught wind that my 21st birthday was coming up and he told my girlfriend after a night of babysitting that he would leave some tickets at will call for my birthday weekend. When we picked up the tickets, there were 8 courtside seats along with the VIP passes that are given to family member for access to the court after the game. There was cash in the ticket envelope as well as a handwritten birthday note. It was and still is one of the best birthdays I ever had. That gesture is just a microcosm of the genuine good person that Stack is. Even at the Malice at the Palace, he was defending his friends and people he loved. His work with the George Floyd tragedy should be rewarded with a Nobel Peace Prize. Never got to thank you personally for the birthday gift years ago and for bringing the Spurs a second championship. Much love Captain Jack!
My dad passed away on Jan 4th from a 3.5-year battle with stage IV colon cancer. The final days I helped my mom put a diaper on him and get him into bed. He didn't know where he was. The last interaction we had on Jan 2nd, all he did was look me in the eye and tap my leg. What I understand is that these experiences don't have to be negative. They hit, and they hit hard but I was a son; I was there for him as he was for me my whole life. I get emotional while typing this. Grief is complex and I reach for the phone still. However, for me, it is all about gratitude. These two are the absolute best, and these conversations help me.
this is a beautiful episode. heart-wrenching. probably worth watching it twice. just don't watch it while you're at work - you finna be balling your eyes out in front of every random person imaginable.
This interview was absolutely 🔥🔥🔥🔥. Could have listened to these two for another 2 hours. Can’t wait to see Lebatard x Up In Smoke. I never judged Stephen Jackson, but it was enlightening to learn more about him. What an amazing person
I resisted watching this today I think because I didn’t want to find respect for Stack. I am so glad I put that pre-judgment aside and allowed his story to have as profound an impact on me as ANY interview, athlete or otherwise. Thank you.
I love this man. My love/respect for him was born on that Friday night in November 2004. I was 20 y/o, side-watching the game live while getting ready to go blister the town w/ my guys when it went down. Seeing Jack jump in those stands IMMEDIATELY to defend his brother, fearlessly. No regard for his own safety, his own reputation, his own money, or any consequences to be dealt by the league or the law. My guy is LOYAL. If only we all had brothers like Jack.
"where did you learn how to love?". What an excellent question for a legendarily feirce athlete!!! And, remarkable how graciously the question is rec'd! That's a huge tribute to the rapport that you two create together! And, a brilliantly humanistic question!
What a great interview. Great job Dan on getting this outta Jack. Looks like he needed to get this out! And Jack great job not holding back on camera! Blessings to you both very strong men…
I don't admire many celebrities but Dan has my admiration in spades for being a force of life - look how people trust him unconditionally, including Stephen here. Much love, Danno. Thank you.
@rob42378 Needlessly invoking the name of God in this context in and of itself is disrespectful. And G-d is not Halakha. It's a fake practice started by European Theodor Herzl's clan. Ironic considering idolatry is the greatest sin. Then again, ultranationalists are athiest by default.
Damn this was great. The part about Pastner was crazy bc as a Memphian myself, Pasnter coached for University of Memphis for a while and I saw him sign a roster full of homegrown, hood kids and was successful with them. The guys he signed needed a chance and needed someone to believe in them and take them out of their bad situations. It all makes sense now. Pasnter is a good dude. Great interview!
So appreciative of the real and rawness of this interview. I implore you both to grieve and seek counseling, it will help you navigate your emotional terrain. Unfortunately, I know this grief all too well.
Peace to the God, Stack. I became a fan when he went to work with San Antonio during the championship, and even more when I saw he’s my birthday brother (1970). So, I feel you my brother…salaam alaikum!
I became a fan of the Pacers as a kid because of Reggie Miller, then later Paul George became my favorite player on the George Hill, Hibbert, David West, Danny Granger teams, but in-between was my favorite Pacers team with Stephen Jackson, Ron Artest, Jermaine O'Neal.. I used to play them on 2K back in high school putting up quadruple doubles with blocks with Jermaine O'Neal 😅.. Love Stack 👏🙌
Not even a quarter of the way through this video and it is so good. Martin Luther King's quote: "I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character." It is easy to judge people by their outward appearance or think we know who they are because of one act of stupidity or one act of kindness. To truly learn who someone is, we must be willing to commune with them. This interview is a step in that direction. Thanks Dan.
I always wish I had a friend like Stephen Jackson. I had plenty of friends, but youth is wasted on the young. Not a single one was someone like Stephen Jackson. And you learn when you get in certain situations. My life right now is something that most people can't fathom unless they experience it as well. And I wouldn't wish it on anyone but there are some situations that *requires* having someone like Stephen Jackson in order to make it through. Also. I don't associate Jackson with The Malace. That's one of the last things I'd list when it comes to what I associate with him.
What Dan and Stack are creating will set the NEW standard where athletes are going to fully own THEIR NARRATIVES, particularly Black Athletes often demonized by White Media to create schism between an audience understanding where many Black Athletes had come from AND what has become the perceived 'evil' of Black Athletes who came from nothing ..... Thank you Dan, and thank you Stack for creating this vital and growing ecosystem where Black Athletes can lay claim to their OWN NARRATIVES. Much praise in power ......
Please help find the time Captain Jack told the story of Ron Artest calling the entire team b’s at practice and Captain Jack handing him his jersey saying “write an address on it and I’ll meet you there”🥊🤣
Don't need music to skip the bullshit business conversations where you suck up to McAfee, et al., and then transition to Beavis and Butthead programming. The benjamins have destroyed a once flawless moral compass.
Being Muslim is a journey. It is not dictated by wearing thobes or a kufi but the content of a man’s character and willingness to submit to Allah. May almighty god keep Brother Jackson firm upon on this Muslim deen. Ameen.
Stephen Jackson is the coolest, nicest, realest professional athlete of all time. I’m from San Antonio and when he was a Spur (the first time), my girlfriend at the time babysat for him and other Spurs. I met him a couple of times and he always gave me money to take my girl out because I was a broke college student. In 2001, he caught wind that my 21st birthday was coming up and he told my girlfriend after a night of babysitting that he would leave some tickets at will call for my birthday weekend. When we picked up the tickets, there were 8 courtside seats along with the VIP passes that are given to family member for access to the court after the game. There was cash in the ticket envelope as well as a handwritten birthday note. It was and still is one of the best birthdays I ever had. That gesture is just a microcosm of the genuine good person that Stack is. Even at the Malice at the Palace, he was defending his friends and people he loved. His work with the George Floyd tragedy should be rewarded with a Nobel Peace Prize. Never got to thank you personally for the birthday gift years ago and for bringing the Spurs a second championship. Much love Captain Jack!
Bro they were smashing ya girl lol
My dad passed away on Jan 4th from a 3.5-year battle with stage IV colon cancer. The final days I helped my mom put a diaper on him and get him into bed. He didn't know where he was. The last interaction we had on Jan 2nd, all he did was look me in the eye and tap my leg. What I understand is that these experiences don't have to be negative. They hit, and they hit hard but I was a son; I was there for him as he was for me my whole life. I get emotional while typing this. Grief is complex and I reach for the phone still. However, for me, it is all about gratitude. These two are the absolute best, and these conversations help me.
Thie is probably the real, heartfelt, and informative interview ive ever seen. Holy shit this was great
i love, love, love me some Jax.. what a treat to watch, listen, absorb his experience & perspectives.. peace SJ.
this is a beautiful episode. heart-wrenching. probably worth watching it twice. just don't watch it while you're at work - you finna be balling your eyes out in front of every random person imaginable.
hahahah
This interview was absolutely 🔥🔥🔥🔥. Could have listened to these two for another 2 hours. Can’t wait to see Lebatard x Up In Smoke. I never judged Stephen Jackson, but it was enlightening to learn more about him. What an amazing person
The Dan Episode on All The Smoke was *really* good, if you haven't seen it yet. It came out about a week ago.
What an outstanding couple of hours. You can't get this anywhere else. Thank you Dan & Stack!
This is gonna be classic! Respect to u Dan & Stack
I resisted watching this today I think because I didn’t want to find respect for Stack. I am so glad I put that pre-judgment aside and allowed his story to have as profound an impact on me as ANY interview, athlete or otherwise. Thank you.
I love this man. My love/respect for him was born on that Friday night in November 2004.
I was 20 y/o, side-watching the game live while getting ready to go blister the town w/ my guys when it went down.
Seeing Jack jump in those stands IMMEDIATELY to defend his brother, fearlessly. No regard for his own safety, his own reputation, his own money, or any consequences to be dealt by the league or the law. My guy is LOYAL.
If only we all had brothers like Jack.
No one in entertainment has given me more laughter and emotional moments than this group. It's really the pinnacle of content, IMO
52:38 in and i have to take a break. 😢😢
What a powerful episode so far.
Incredible conversation and very cathartic for me who also is grieving the loss of a loved one. 2 amazing humans
Sorry to hear that, Jasmine! Wishing you well! Thanks for watching. Check out more from South Beach Sessions.
As soon as I saw the notification for this I knew I would be in tears. Appreciate you both.
Yeah I was bawling when they got into it about grief
This might possibly be the best interview ever. The emotional truffle pig is king of sports journalism.
How can you not love this dude. He's such a real one
"where did you learn how to love?". What an excellent question for a legendarily feirce athlete!!! And, remarkable how graciously the question is rec'd! That's a huge tribute to the rapport that you two create together! And, a brilliantly humanistic question!
Wow just wow. What an excellent interview. His brutal honesty was eye opening. Dan knows how to extract real emotion. Well done !
What a great interview. Great job Dan on getting this outta Jack. Looks like he needed to get this out! And Jack great job not holding back on camera! Blessings to you both very strong men…
I don't admire many celebrities but Dan has my admiration in spades for being a force of life - look how people trust him unconditionally, including Stephen here. Much love, Danno. Thank you.
My G-d, this was incredibly helpful to me just watching it. Thank you to all involved.
Thanks for watching! Happy to hear that!
God*
@@joebenson528 No, as a Jew, it’s G-d - so as to show respect for His name.
@rob42378
Needlessly invoking the name of God in this context in and of itself is disrespectful. And G-d is not Halakha. It's a fake practice started by European Theodor Herzl's clan. Ironic considering idolatry is the greatest sin. Then again, ultranationalists are athiest by default.
Another great convo
One of the best south beach sessions, amazing interview
Dan , this is fantastic !!! I love this. I watch/ listen every day. This is over the top. Thanks
Damn this was great. The part about Pastner was crazy bc as a Memphian myself, Pasnter coached for University of Memphis for a while and I saw him sign a roster full of homegrown, hood kids and was successful with them. The guys he signed needed a chance and needed someone to believe in them and take them out of their bad situations. It all makes sense now. Pasnter is a good dude. Great interview!
So appreciative of the real and rawness of this interview. I implore you both to grieve and seek counseling, it will help you navigate your emotional terrain. Unfortunately, I know this grief all too well.
Grief is hard prayers to both .New subscriber from All the smoke.
I am grateful for what you gave us of your brothers, and I am grateful for what you gave us of yourselves. Thank you so much for this. Both of you.
Peace to the God, Stack. I became a fan when he went to work with San Antonio during the championship, and even more when I saw he’s my birthday brother (1970). So, I feel you my brother…salaam alaikum!
Great interview ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾 Praying for your strength Stephen Jackson!
I became a fan of the Pacers as a kid because of Reggie Miller, then later Paul George became my favorite player on the George Hill, Hibbert, David West, Danny Granger teams, but in-between was my favorite Pacers team with Stephen Jackson, Ron Artest, Jermaine O'Neal.. I used to play them on 2K back in high school putting up quadruple doubles with blocks with Jermaine O'Neal 😅.. Love Stack 👏🙌
Amazing
Not even a quarter of the way through this video and it is so good. Martin Luther King's quote: "I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character." It is easy to judge people by their outward appearance or think we know who they are because of one act of stupidity or one act of kindness. To truly learn who someone is, we must be willing to commune with them. This interview is a step in that direction. Thanks Dan.
I always wish I had a friend like Stephen Jackson. I had plenty of friends, but youth is wasted on the young. Not a single one was someone like Stephen Jackson.
And you learn when you get in certain situations.
My life right now is something that most people can't fathom unless they experience it as well. And I wouldn't wish it on anyone but there are some situations that *requires* having someone like Stephen Jackson in order to make it through.
Also. I don't associate Jackson with The Malace. That's one of the last things I'd list when it comes to what I associate with him.
SBS is Dan's best work
And I'm ugly crying, goodness gracious
Real and raw. This was moving to watch
Excellent
I’m not crying, you’re crying.
All heart . Love it
Maybe the best SBS yet. Incredibly rich stuff here. Folks toss around the phrase "he/she is a real one", but Stack is absolutely a real Real One.
What Dan and Stack are creating will set the NEW standard where athletes are going to fully own THEIR NARRATIVES, particularly Black Athletes often demonized by White Media to create schism between an audience understanding where many Black Athletes had come from AND what has become the perceived 'evil' of Black Athletes who came from nothing .....
Thank you Dan, and thank you Stack for creating this vital and growing ecosystem where Black Athletes can lay claim to their OWN NARRATIVES.
Much praise in power ......
I'm high right now😂😂😂😂
Real 1!!
Stephen is the man. No fkn cap. World would be a better place if everyone had his heart.
Yall mfers almost got me! Love you Dan! Love you Stack!
$#1# I remember Stephen Jackson for bringing them ships to the tone. He was clutch when we needed it & no 1 wanted any smoke
Great Pod, Amazing Pod!!!! How can you not ask him about him Tony and Manu all coming up together with Timmy????? Spurs could've had 10 titles!!!!!!
10:15
I'll pray for Stack and his relationship. cuz these are some textbook male mistakes. these the type of missteps that ruin a marriage.
Please help find the time Captain Jack told the story of Ron Artest calling the entire team b’s at practice and Captain Jack handing him his jersey saying “write an address on it and I’ll meet you there”🥊🤣
Don't need music to skip the bullshit business conversations where you suck up to McAfee, et al., and then transition to Beavis and Butthead programming. The benjamins have destroyed a once flawless moral compass.
128 this is how real i am. Lies
2 hours in and there’s a measly 77 views, oof 😐
Wait a minute. Dan hates the gun laws, but promotes a man that recklessly shoots a gun at a strip club? Very confusing.
What ever happened to his conversion to Islam? He was quick to stop wearing thobes. 😂
He's a goat, no, not G.O.A.T just a goat
I’ve seen only a few famous black men take their conversion seriously, and continue on their journey longer than a year or two
Being Muslim is a journey. It is not dictated by wearing thobes or a kufi but the content of a man’s character and willingness to submit to Allah. May almighty god keep Brother Jackson firm upon on this Muslim deen. Ameen.
@@faheemcurtis-khidr386 it's also frequently used as a prop for folks tired of the status quo..
No stone left unturned except those antisemitism comments he made
Dan virtual signals about gun violence yet gives a gang member a platform.
wtf is this a therapy session?
you're sick...
Yeah dummy all is south beach sessions are a therapy platform for men he’s explained this many time obviously you don’t know smh
what a weird intro.
Stack is clown
shut up!
U a clown!
you're sick...
A BIG clown
Great show! Been a fan of you both for yeeeeeeeeears Thank you both for your time and efforts!