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Washed and Winning

Washed and Winning

By: A.C. Lee and Parlay Pete
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Washed and Winning is the unapologetic voice of the people — raw, real, and rooted in Georgia pride. Hosted by Morehouse alums A.C. Lee and Parlay Pete, this podcast brings sharp takes, barbershop talk, and authentic conversation to the forefront. Whether we’re breaking down the highs and heartbreaks of the Atlanta Falcons, celebrating the dominance of the Georgia Bulldogs, or just meeting folks where they are — we’re speaking for the culture, not at it.


Tired? Maybe. Washed? Sure. But still winning.

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  • Super Bowl Takes, Media Myths, And Mayhem
    Feb 15 2026

    The confetti’s gone, but the story isn’t. We unpack a Super Bowl that said more about media habits than quarterback destiny, and we make the case that context beats clickbait: yes, a good young passer can look elite in a top-five situation; no, that doesn’t make “QB wins” a real stat. If you care about rings, you care about front offices, coaching, and how rosters are built just as much as arm talent.

    Halftime gets its due, too. Bad Bunny delivered a high-energy portrait that doubled as a cultural map of the Americas, and the backlash machine did what it does—turn a concert into a referendum. We talk about how the spectacle uses artists, how artists use the spectacle, and why everything feels like a message even when the music is the point. Then we step into the toughest segment of the show: allegations of domestic violence tied to a rising defender, what the league and team might do next, and a blunt, empathetic conversation about accountability. We separate football business from human harm, lay out the likely discipline path, and sit with the hard truths—spot possessiveness early, keep your hands to yourself, choose distance over escalation.

    From there, the NBA takes center stage for all the wrong reasons. Pre–All-Star tanking. Copy-paste offenses. A dunk contest no star will touch. A league that shaves costs instead of sharpening the craft. We offer fixes that rewire incentives—make non-playoff teams play for draft order, stop rewarding early surrender—and argue for a return to variety: midrange, role diversity, and actual sets. We also shine a light on women’s hoops: the WNBA’s talent and tactics are peaking, but the NBA’s optics spill over and dull casual interest. Honor what’s actually good, not just what trends.

    If you’re here for honest sports talk without the empty narratives, hit play. And if this resonates, subscribe, share with a friend, and drop a review with the one change you’d make to fix the NBA today.

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    1 hr and 56 mins
  • Washed & Winning: If Algorithms Run The Culture, Who’s Really Calling The Play?
    Jan 29 2026

    Ever notice how a drive‑thru bot can’t understand a simple order, but we expect AI to handle our news, our sports, and our identities without a glitch? We start there—on the gap between automation and common sense—and follow the thread through deepfakes, voice clones, and why the human connection still wins where it counts: concerts, conversation, and credibility.

    From tech to the turf, we dig into leadership the league keeps getting wrong. Great head coaches are CEOs first, play-callers second. When you ignore clock, weather, personnel, and field position to chase a fourth‑down chart, you’re not bold—you’re blind. We unpack how playoff football rewards situational mastery, then turn the microscope on Atlanta’s coaching what‑ifs and the process errors that let future Super Bowl head men walk out of the building. That framework frames a bigger question: if Bill Belichick isn’t a first‑ballot lock, what does the Hall of Fame stand for anymore?

    We also take aim at “Steve’s world,” the media loop where hot takes outrun informed analysis and make fans worse at watching games. Coordinator hires get overhyped in October, quarterbacks are crowned or canceled by Thanksgiving, and the Pro Bowl becomes a content farm instead of an honor. Culture cuts through the noise with J. Cole’s new drop—bars over branding—and a spirited D‑Rose debate about peak vs. longevity, city legends vs. league canon.

    If you want substance over spectacle, this one’s for you. Hit play for a real talk run through AI limits, coaching as organizational leadership, Hall of Fame credibility, and how to watch sports smarter. Then tell us what you think, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review so more curious minds can find the show.

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    2 hrs and 22 mins
  • Falcons Hire Kevin Stefanski
    Jan 22 2026

    The soundtrack starts with Migos and memories, but this one is about margins. Atlanta hired Kevin Stefanski, and we’re cutting through noise to ask the only question that matters: will it translate on Sundays? We lay out why he checks the boxes—offensive mindset, proven experience, and a calmer, modern approach—and how overachieving in Cleveland means more than viral graphics comparing win totals out of context. If the Falcons want to turn seven wins into eleven, alignment between coach, GM, and quarterback development has to beat headlines.

    We challenge the narratives, too. The Raheem vs Stefanski debate ignores division strength and roster variance. The Shador discourse skips over how NFL depth charts, draft capital, and practice reps work in real life. And the never-ending Matt Ryan vs Michael Vick proxy war? The tape and the timelines both matter. You can love Vick’s electricity and still admit Ryan built more winning drives. Being a fan of winning isn’t the same as being a fan of a memory. If it sounds blunt, it’s because Atlanta deserves better than clickbait.

    Beyond Flowery Branch, we put playoff performances under the bright light. Josh Allen’s turnovers and media protection get the scrutiny they duck elsewhere. Caleb Williams showed why off-schedule can be maddening and magical—often in the same series. Matthew Stafford’s run has a chance to redefine his era, and a ring or an MVP changes his place in the pantheon. Then we zoom out to college: Indiana’s national title is a flashing sign for what NIL and the portal have done to the sport’s identity. Strong institutions adapt without losing their core. That’s a lesson worth stealing.

    We wrap with our championship picks and props, a quick fix for the broken All-Star Game, and a sharp reminder of what Martin Luther King actually stood for beyond the softened soundbites. If you’re here for honest football talk with context, stakes, and a little Atlanta soul, hit play. Then hit subscribe, rate us, and tell a friend what we got right—or what we need to revisit next week.

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    2 hrs and 1 min
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