Ex-NBA Star Dwight Howard Names Trump As His 'Dream' Podcast Guest

Former NBA star Dwight Howard has his sights set on a very high-profile guest for his "Above the Rim" podcast: none other than former President Donald Trump. Howard, an eight-time NBA All-Star and a future Hall of Famer best known for his time with the Orlando Magic, recently opened up about this intriguing wish during an interview with "Front Office Sports."

Howard expressed his interest in having Trump on the show to discuss topics ranging from his upbringing to the challenges of being president. "Talk to him about upbringing, how did he get to where he is today, being the president and how difficult it is," Howard said. He added that he believes many people don’t truly understand the complexity and weight of the job. "It’s like being a king in your own land, and you have so many people that you have to try to take care of," Howard noted, emphasizing the need for a leader to put emotions aside when making decisions.

Howard isn’t taking sides or defending any presidents from history, but he clearly sees value in exploring the human aspect of leadership. "I just like to have conversations with people just to see where their spirit and their energy lies," he explained, hinting at his curiosity about how Trump might differ off-camera compared to his public image.

Trump has already dipped his toes into the podcast world, appearing on "Impaulsive" with Logan Paul and "Bussin' With The Boys" hosted by former NFL player Taylor Lewan. Whether Howard can secure Trump for "Above the Rim" remains uncertain, but it’s clear he’s aiming high. And if this dream guest lineup materializes, it could make for one fascinating episode.

Interestingly, Howard isn’t the only basketball star diving into the podcasting waters. Former players like Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson have already interviewed political figures such as Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of the 2024 election cycle. Howard and others are now scoring deals to bring their podcasts to Blue Wire, signaling a broader trend of athletes exploring media ventures beyond the court.