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550 episodes
Language
EnglishPublisher
The Nation NetworkExplicit
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Date created
2024/05/28
Latest episode
2026/11/10
Average duration
86 min.
Release period
2 days
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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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Where do Raptors stand in the East after 10 games?
2026/11/10
Kawhi has only played 2 games, Scottie has missed 2, and the Raptors sit in the 6 spot at .500. Will and Alex go live to look at the team 10 games into the season. They also dive back into Krillion. Come hang! #raptors #nba #torontoraptors #kawhileonard Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
React pod: Raptors severely shorthanded, RJ struggles heavily in loss to Grizzlies
2026/11/10
Will Lou goes live to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 118-102 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Without Scottie Barnes, Kawhi Leonard, Immanuel Quickley, and Collin Murray-Boyles, the Raptors needed more from RJ Barrett who had a really poor night on both ends. Three stars: Jamal Shead, Jakob Poeltl, Jamison Battle Gerald Henderson award: Jerami Grant#raptors #torontoraptors #nbaToday’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app.Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link.Original Music by DIVISION 88.Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
React: JAMAL SHEAD. ALIJAH MARTIN. JAKOB POELTL. CMB. RJ. WHAT A SCRAPPY WIN.
2026/11/07
Will Lou reacts to the Toronto Raptors' 121-107 win against the Milwaukee Bucks. He breaks down the gutsy shorthanded effort by Jamal Shead and company in a much-needed comeback win. Three stars: Jamal Shead, Alijah Martin, Jakob Poeltl Gerald Henderson award: Brayden Burries #raptors #torontoraptors #nba Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Increasingly crazier Raptors trade targets + ticket giveaway + addictive game "Krillion"
2026/11/06
Alex Wong presents Will Lou with increasingly crazier Toronto Raptors trade targets, and then go around the NBA with topics including Jaylen Brown's personal harp player, the least valuable players, and more. Finally, they give away tickets to fans for the upcoming Raptors-Knicks game on Nov. 17. #raptors #torontoraptors #nba Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How much of this will Kawhi fix? Raptors showing worrying signs to start season
2026/11/05
Will and Alex are joined by Vivek Jacob to chat about the team’s 4-4 start, when Kawhi is expected to return, most pleasant surprise and biggest concern so far, and more. Later, they play a game of “start, bench, cut” with Vivek and ask about the most precious Raptors moments, his favorite tennis players, best Toronto neighborhoods, and more. #raptors #torontoraptors #nba Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
React pod: Raptors melt down completely in third quarter against Nuggets
2026/11/05
Will Lou goes live to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 128-109 loss to the Denver Nuggets. He discusses the concerning meltdown of the second half and then gets a bit silly with the latest absurd Kawhi Leonard ad for $85-dollar Austrian aquifer water. Three stars: Immanuel Quickley, Collin Murray-Boyles, Jamison BattleGerald Henderson award: Bryce Hopkins #raptors #torontoraptors #nba Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is Scottie making the superstar jump? Raptors fight back in LA
2026/11/03
Will and Alex come to you live fresh from the Raptors' 47-point fourth quarter comeback against the Clippers. Can they beat a quality team on the road? Is Scottie making another leap? How about those uniforms? All that and more! #raptors #torontoraptors #nba Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
React pod: Scottie wakes up and pulls out crazy comeback over Clippers
2026/11/03
Will Lou reacts to the Toronto Raptors' 125-118 comeback win against the Los Angeles Clippers tonight. Will gives huge credit to Scottie Barnes for playing through injury, and then walks through the biggest reasons for the Raptors' comeback. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley Gerald Henderson award: Kobe Sanders #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhi #nba Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
React pod: Darko snaps as Raptors can't cope with insane Luka Doncic heater
2026/11/02
Will Lou goes live to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 131-125 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. He wants the Raptors to regain their focus after two lackluster performances. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, Jamison Battle Gerald Henderson award: Luka Doncic??? #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhi #nba Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
React pod: Raptors comeback falls short despite Scottie dropping 41
2026/10/31
Will Lou goes live to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 121-114 loss to the Orlando Magic in their rematch. He discusses the incredible showing by Scottie Barnes, and then laments the Raptors' weaknesses on defense and the terrible officiating, before getting quite goofy at the end with a long discussion of Jay-Z and Ne-Yo. Three stars: Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, Allen Graves Gerald Henderson award: Anthony Black #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhi #nba Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
NBA 6-pack: Sixers and Rockets off to quick starts + $345 Clippers season tickets
2026/10/30
Will and Alex open up another NBA 6-pack and discuss Philadelphia and Houston’s hot starts, the most washed NBA jerseys ever, the 2024 redraftables, Ernie Johnson leaving “Inside the NBA,” the Clippers selling season tickets for $345, least valuable players of the week, most memorable TV episodes, and a Scotiabank Arena food tour #raptors #torontoraptors #nba Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kawhi reportedly out 3-4 weeks, and what do you do with Jakob Poeltl?
2026/10/29
We knew Kawhi would be out at times and here we are. 3-4 weeks, so how are the Raptors trending? Will and Alex go live to discuss. #raptors #torontoraptors #kawhi #nba Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
React pod: Raptors bounce back with huge win over Orlando
2026/10/29
Will Lou goes live to discuss the Toronto Raptors' 129-99 win over the Orlando Magic. He praises Scottie Barnes for his bounceback outing, RJ Barrett for his strong showing, and touches on the awkward Jakob Poeltl situation. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes, Trayce Jackson-Davis Gerald Henderson award: Tristan da Silva Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are the Raptors good enough without Kawhi?
2026/10/27
Will and Alex discuss Toronto’s disappearing act in Minnesota, why a loss like this might actually be good (zag!) and early-season thoughts on Scottie, IQ, Jakob and Jamal Shead. Later, they discuss the impact of Jalen Williams’ devastating injury, and whether there should be concern for slow starts in New York and Miami. Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
React: Scottie scores ZERO, Kawhi out with knee swelling, and Raptors get reality check
2026/10/26
Will Lou goes live to break down the Toronto Raptors' 117-94 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. He vents his frustrations with Immanuel Quickley, laments Scottie Barnes for inexplicably scoring zero points, and looks at the injury history of Kawhi Leonard. Three stars: RJ Barrett, Ja'Kobe Walter, Allen Graves Gerald Henderson award: Terrence Shannon Jr. Today’s show is brought to you by our presenting sponsor Hard Rock Bet, Ontario’s newest sportsbook app. Visit Hard Rock Bet at https://www.hardrockbet.ca/ Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys [email protected] Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ddddaave 2026/11/04
Best raptors podcast ever
I have been following Will and alex since yahoo days and they never seem to run out of jokes and ofcourse excellent team coverage. More power to you!
Sid200110 2026/11/04
W show
Lemme see the griz with uncle Al 🥹
-Ashish 2026/11/03
Best Raps podcast
Best Raps podcast out there!! Lighthearted and fun. Great analysis always
stevo647 2025/04/03
My fav raptor show!
Have followed Will since his Raptors Republic days! Love to listen to his recaps and all the bantering involved.
Clanger WW 2024/12/23
Loyal Listener
Been following these guys for a long time. Thanks for all the hours of quality Raps content.
PS - I kinda miss the shorter episodes. Felt like the 3...
Santi Espinosa 2024/11/20
Best Raptors Podcast!
I truly enjoy this pod. Will speaks to my raptors soul.
Thank you and keep the great work.
Santi
jonathan davis from korn 2024/10/18
obviously the best
alex wong lowkey the funniest man alive
gavins 2024/10/12
Best Raptors show - hands down!
Substantial analysis, in-depth coverage, great guests and the best vibes, couldn’t ask for more.
GeorgeaBrooks 2024/10/09
Glad You're Back!
Was so thrilled to find Hello and Welcome! This review is for the algorithm but also I'm a huge fan and would die without your podcast. Do hashtags w...
Anonymous+Anonymous 2024/10/07
Let’s go!
Best Raptors’ podcast and it’s not even close.
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