LL COOL J, Lena Waithe, Teddy Swims & Mo Gilligan on Fame and Evolving as Creatives | The Shop S7
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Published 2024-05-09
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!
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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
All Comments (21)
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The advice from LL to Lena was priceless, please don't end The Chi anytime soon, it can go on like the soaps and I will continue to watch it.
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I'm so happy to see Mo ❤. As a British, The Shop is my little Black US secret so I'm both surprised and proud of our Mo G 😊. His Agent must be Top Drawer.
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I love that LL is keeping it 100% Authentic and honest and being real. In a world full of people who are afraid to give there honest opinion with out fear, to watch a successful, confident, humble man who is sure about who he is as a human being is a breath of fresh air. I love this episode.
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Trent Williams’s story is amazing. So glad he’s here to tell it. God bless him. 🙏
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LL really got me wanting to run through a wall. I can do anything!
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LL remains relentlessly in my top 10 rappers who have left their mark on this art form. Salute 🫡
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He said “how old was Picasso when he did his best work?” LL’s words are deep. I felt that shit. And everything he said after that. He’s GOAT.
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This show is a treasure
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L the LEGEND...Btw, tht Nas run is not talked about enough, pure greatness. Dope show
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Salute to LL Cool J. Definitely an icon in hip hop. He always has some helpful advice in his interviews.
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Trent story is so ground breaking I’m glad he’s here to tell and he’s able to still do what he loves
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Thank you, Mr. Williams, for sharing your incredible story. I hope men, especially Black, pay close heed. Do regular check-ups & exams, and get second and third opinions. Do not put your health and wellness on the back burner.
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Do not put a period where a comma is supposed to be.... Boss quote..❤
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LL NEEDS A PODCAST FR !!!
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Love seeing Mo amongst some greats and one of the hip hop gods, well deserved. Team Mo all day, salute the shop!!! United we stand…….🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽
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LL is right, the CHI has been dope. So much room to continue and grow. Shouldn’t feel like it’s been on too long yet. All love either way
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Gwaan Mo, yuh reach 👏🏾👏🏾💪🏿💪🏿👊🏿👊🏿
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LL was dropping jewels!!!
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I stand with LL. " whAts your favorite song???" Lol
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The freestyle he gave was legendary… Jesus
