New York: There’s been a lot of buzz lately: rumours say Michael Jordan might appear on LeBron James’ podcast Mind The Game. According to a viral Facebook post, Jordan is set to drop in on the show on December 23. But when we dig deeper, everything points to this not being confirmed, in fact, likely false. Let’s walk you through what’s true, what’s unconfirmed, and what it means, especially if you’re planning a podcast episode about this.
What’s the rumour?
One Facebook post, shared and reshared, claimed: “Michael Jordan will be on LeBron James’ podcast Mind The Game on December 23.” The post used an image of Jordan and James in a studio set, which made it look legit. Thousands of likes and comments followed, but there’s no official announcement from the podcast or Jordan’s side to back it up.
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What’s confirmed?
The podcast Mind The Game is real. It’s hosted by LeBron James (and previously with a co-host in earlier episodes) under his brand and produced with Wondery and Uninterrupted. They’ve had major guests like Stephen Curry.
Also, we know: LeBron and Michael Jordan are not known to be close right now. In a March 2025 interview, LeBron admitted they “don’t talk,” citing the competitive nature of their shared legacy.
What’s unconfirmed or unlikely?
- No official podcast announcement lists Jordan as a guest for that date.
- The viral graphic could be a fan-made leak or misinformation, not from the show’s production team.
- Given the reported lack of direct contact between Jordan and James, a sit-down seems less likely for now.
Why this matters for the podcast world
If this had turned out true, it would have been a blockbuster episode: two of basketball’s biggest names in one podcast. That kind of guest drives listenership, media coverage, and debate. But because it’s unconfirmed, it’s also a caution:
- Podcasts and show segments must verify guest claims before hyping them.
- Fans get excited by rumours, but they might feel let down if things don’t match reality.
- The Jordan-LeBron dynamic adds extra layers: legacy, competition, respect a rich topic even without a guest appearance.
Podcast segment ideas if you cover this
- “Rumour vs Reality”: Read the Facebook post, play reactions (if any), then fact-check live: what’s true, what’s missing, and what we still don’t know.
- Legacy dialogue: Even without the guest, the Jordan-LeBron connection is juicy. Ask: “If Jordan appeared on the show, what would he say? What questions should be asked?”
- Media literacy angle: Use this as a mini-lesson: “Why do rumours spread on social media? How should podcasts handle guest announcements?”
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So, is Michael Jordan joining LeBron James’ podcast? Not confirmed. It’s likely a rumour that’s gained traction because of the stars involved, but the actual evidence is missing. For your podcast website, you can serve your audience both the excitement of the claim and the clarity of the truth: fans should stay tuned but also stay grounded.
