Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
"The crazy thing about it is the KD apparently or whoever went on the date with her brought his sidepiece yeah this is the wildest thing" — AlexxMedia
"She's approaching this date like, 'Oh, this could be a guy that I date and then I eventually get married.' And then he's going on the date like, 'Yeah, she's been in the porn business.'" — Andrew Schulz
"Information is currency in the, you know, like the media game. So they share information with it, but then they want their back scratched too." — AlexxMedia
The discussion delves into a rumor linking NBA star Kevin Durant to a former adult film star, Lana Rhoades, who claims to be pregnant. The hosts explore the speculative nature of the rumor, originating from Rhoades' social media posts and discussions about her dating life. A key point of contention is the allegation that Durant brought another individual, referred to as a "sidepiece," on the date, which the hosts find unusual and indicative of a particular approach to dating within certain circles.
The conversation then broadens to examine how public figures, particularly those with a history in the adult entertainment industry, are perceived and the expectations placed upon them. The hosts suggest that individuals like Rhoades may have certain expectations about relationships based on their public persona and the attention they receive online, while others may view them through the lens of their past career. This leads to a discussion about the management of public image, especially concerning endorsements and maintaining a certain brand, using Durant's past concern about visible tattoos as an example.
Finally, the episode touches upon the strategic use of media and information within the sports world. The hosts discuss how athletes and their representatives may intentionally leak information to specific journalists or pundits to shape narratives, manage reputations, or achieve personal objectives, highlighting the transactional nature of information flow between athletes, media personalities, and front-office personnel.