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Hello and Welcome

The Nation Network
Toronto Raptors
NBA Finals
WNBA
Team Canada
Boston Celtics
Dallas Mavericks
Raptors
Toronto
NBA
Gary Trent Jr.
NBA Draft
Podcasting
Gradey Dick
Euro Championships
Copa America
Basketball
Inside the NBA
Travel
Food Culture
Food Recommendations

Will Lou, Alex Wong, and producer Jerome Cheng have you covered on all things Raptors, in addition to the NBA and other culturally relevant topics. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

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Latest Episodes

Will Lou reacts to the Toronto Raptors' 139-109 win over the Chicago Bulls. He praises the team for a total team effort, then relays the message from Sandro Mamukelashvili that the embarrassing loss to the Pelicans woke up the team.

Three stars: Ja... more

Will and Alex answer your Raptors questions and recap Fan Day this past Monday. Kid slaps Scottie Barnes in the head and issues apology. All that and more!

#raptors #torontoraptors

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Will and Alex kick off the week recapping two much needed wins from the Raptors. They then look at the schedule ahead and ask who has the best Kawhi laugh.

#raptors #torontoraptors

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Will Lou goes live after the Toronto Raptors' 119-108 win over the Detroit Pistons. He celebrates the massive performance from Jakob Poeltl and how the team overcame their three biggest weakesses.

Three stars: Jakob Poeltl, Scottie Barnes, Brandon I... more

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Recent Guests

Amar Wala
Director and producer of the Canadian drama film Shook
Crave
Episode: What’s keeping the Raptors from becoming contenders?
Trayce Jackson-Davis
Recent trade acquisition making an impactful debut
Toronto Raptors
Episode: React Pod: Raptors sweeps Pacers behind Scottie Barnes' dominance and TJD's great debut
Joshua Diamante
Gillette's barber partner
Gillette
Episode: Get to know the real Gradey Dick both on and off the court
Darko Rakovic
Head coach of the Toronto Raptors
Toronto Raptors
Episode: What are realistic expectations for the Toronto Raptors?
Lindsay Dunn
Sports journalist and new co-host of Off The Roster
Off The Roster
Episode: NBA 6-Pack: Raptors learning from Blue Jays, Ingram loves Timmy's, Lindsay Dunn launches new show
Immanuel Quickley
Point guard for the Toronto Raptors
Toronto Raptors
Episode: 1-on-1 with Immanuel Quickley: How the trade from New York to Toronto changed his life
Oren Weisfeld
Author of The Golden Generation, covering the rise of Canadian basketball
Independent Author
Episode: Raptors Blame Pie + Oren Weisfeld on “The Golden Generation” + Is Vladdy the greatest TO athlete?
Josh Lewenberg
Sports reporter for TSN
TSN
Episode: 10 Predictions for the 2025-26 Raptors season with Josh Lewenberg
Ja'Kobe Walter
Shooting Guard for the Toronto Raptors
Toronto Raptors
Episode: 1-on-1 with Ja'Kobe Walter: "We're a young team, and we love each other"

Host

William Lou
Host of the Raptors Reaction Podcast with in-depth analysis and game breakdowns.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • need improvement

    best podcast guy i’ve found for raptors… but needs a host to keep on track a lot of rambling with pods everyday same thing re said in 40 dif ways to make it an hour I guess? would be great if it was like the leaf report pod on the athletic, talk about the games, how they can improve, injuries trades, league news a little etc. hard to listen to just rambling of same points over and over

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    HDTVcdssv
    Canada2 months ago
  • Best Toronto Sports Pod

    Been a fan of Will’s work since his “10 Things” reviews of Raptors games. Been a fan of Alex since his generational twitter run as Steven LeBron. Combining them provides insightful, engaging and hilarious content. I now always look for Will’s big head at Raptors games. One of my best friends is the legendary Wongstradomus. Also Shout out to Jerome and the intern. Keep up the good work ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    davidtaylorjr
    Canada2 months ago
  • … Hello and Welcome Podcast is a PROBLEMMM!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YYCLeezy
    Canada2 months ago
  • FVV Convo Was Great

    The Fred interview was your best work. The time spent around the team paid off. Camaraderie and context for a pivotal point in raps history.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sor2hi
    Canada3 months ago
  • Perfect

    I listen to this every night

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryryyourguy
    Canada3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Overall, the hosts are commended for their passion for basketball and their light-hearted approach, fostering a community among Raptors fans.
Feedback indicates a desire for more concise episodes, as some segments are viewed as overly lengthy or repetitive.
The blend of cultural discussions and basketball analysis resonates well with the audience, resulting in a loyal fanbase.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and humorous commentary from hosts, making it an enjoyable experience.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#215
United States/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#4
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#63
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#71
United Kingdom/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#106
France/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#127
Australia/Sports/Basketball

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

React Pod: Kawhi Leonard's weird answer on 2019 plus a pretty fun All-Star Saturday
Q: What do you think about your decision to leave after winning with the Raptors?
Kawhi's response was more about the growth of young players rather than his own decision.
React Pod: Kawhi Leonard's weird answer on 2019 plus a pretty fun All-Star Saturday
Q: Kawhi, how proud are you of all the young guys who grew up into All-Stars?
Kawhi acknowledges the team's work ethic played a vital role in their success in 2019, but seems to downplay the talent level.
5 biggest Raptors questions for the rest of the season
Q: What are the five biggest questions for the Raptors for the remainder of the regular season?
The questions focus on Jakob Pöltl's health, whether the Raptors can beat good teams, their crunch-time offense, and the playoff rotation.
React Pod: Raptors fold every time to physical teams and it's going to kill them
Q: What needs to change for the Raptors moving forward this season?
The leadership and accountability within the team need to improve to handle the pressure of tough games better.
React Pod: Raptors fold every time to physical teams and it's going to kill them
Q: What did you think of Darko's rotation choices during the game?
Darko seemed to panic during the game, particularly with the rotations and player substitutions in critical moments.

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What is Hello and Welcome about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast explores the Toronto Raptors and NBA, delivering both game analyses and broader cultural commentary. Through lively discussions that merge basketball insights with humor and personal anecdotes, hosts tackle key player performances, team strategies, and the emotional experiences of sports fandom. Each episode includes thoughtful breakdowns of recent games, reflections on player trades, and discussions on various basketball narratives, while also engaging with topics such as pop culture and Canadian sports history. The dynamic chemistry between the hosts creates a relatable and entertaining listening experience, appealing to Raptors fans and basketball enthusiasts alike.

Listeners can expect a mix of game recaps that highlight si... more

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