Don't call it a comeback. Tap into the latest episode of The Shop with Lena Waithe, Mo Gilligan, Trent Williams, Teddy Swims and the legendary LL COOL J.
PR and Maverick talk to Lena about the impact and authenticity of her show The Chi, her approach to writing and evolving as a creative. LL walks the crew through what led to and inspired his upcoming album, produced by Q-Tip, and longevity in Hip-Hop. Trent opens up about his cancer diagnosis, how that changed his approach to life and the experience of making it to the Super Bowl. Mo tells hilarious stories from his stand-up appearances and coming up in South London. Teddy talks about how covering classic songs led to his blowing up on social media and breaks down his genre-less style of music.
We got to A LOT this time around!
The Shop is presented by @greygoose.
In LeBron James’ words...“Everything happens in The Shop.” The Sports Emmy Award-winning series The Shop is back for Season 7! Join us this season for new episodes featuring the biggest names in the game for unfiltered talk about sports, music, and culture.
(0:00) - Intro
(2:14) - Lena Waithe on her writing process
(5:10) - Trent Williams on listening for plays, breaking the huddle,
(8:56) - Lena, Mo Gilligan, & LL COOL J on keeping from becoming complacent
(12:37) - LL on evolving with the time and new music
(17:08) - LL on staying interested in the art of music and getting his credit in the game
(20:01) - Mo on his writing process
(21:08) - Mav, LL, Lena on being influenced by others
(23:24) - Lena on growing as an artist
(24:49) - LL and Lena on Andre’s flute album
(27:45) - Lena on The Chi’s legacy
(31:49) - Trent on his cancer scare
(48:40) - Lena on her cannabis brand
(49:44) - Mo on his experience with audience jokes
(54:38) - Teddy Swims on doing what feels right creatively
(56:27) - Teddy & Mo on being discover through social media
(59:24) - Mo & Teddy talk about touring
(1:01:19) - Teddy on his teacher inspiring him to do music
