One Percent Better

In this episode, the crew debates what it really means to want “diversity,” why Black spaces can feel like comfort to some and confinement to others, and how phrases like  “a breath of fresh air”  can reveal bigger tensions around race, safety, and belonging. From there, the conversation expands into Atlanta’s systemic issues — from public transportation and redlining to youth takeovers, the lack...

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In this emotional and powerful conversation, Swayvo speaks on losing both of his parents — R&B legend Angie Stone and Grammy-winning icon D’Angelo — and what it means to carry that legacy while building a name for himself. Growing up as the son of two musical pioneers comes with pressure, expectation, and comparison. But grief changes everything. Swayvo reflects on the lessons he learned from...

In this episode of One Percent Better, the conversation moves beyond surface-level takes and into something deeper — what it really means to navigate systems that weren’t designed with you in mind. What starts as a discussion about holidays, religion, and questioning accepted traditions quickly evolves into a broader reflection on power, perception, and survival. The crew examines how stories chan...

In this episode of  One Percent Better , the conversation starts in one place — podcast metrics, music discourse, culture takes — but slowly unfolds into something much deeper. What begins as a debate about surface numbers and social media perception evolves into a powerful reflection on America, survival, distrust in institutions, and what it means to grow inside systems that were never built wit...

In this bonus episode of One Percent Better, comedian Daphnique joins the conversation for a wide-ranging, unfiltered discussion about visibility, value, and what actually sustains a career in today’s attention-driven world. What starts with humor and viral culture quickly evolves into a deeper breakdown of clout versus competence, fake transparency, and why being seen doesn’t always mean being va...

In this episode of  One Percent Better , the conversation digs into one of the most uncomfortable realities shaping modern relationships and society:  the gender divide isn’t accidental — it was built through power, hierarchy, and control. What begins as a discussion about communication and misunderstanding between men and women quickly expands into a deeper examination of how systems — religion,...

n this episode of  One Percent Better , the conversation starts where real life often hits hardest:  raising a toddler and realizing just how unprepared you feel — even when you’re doing your best. What begins as a discussion about tantrums, patience, and emotional regulation slowly unfolds into something much deeper. The crew reflects on how parenting reshapes your perspective — from letting go o...

In this episode of  One Percent Better , the conversation tackles one of the most uncomfortable truths in our culture:  harm doesn’t always come from force — sometimes it comes from pressure, silence, and what people allow to slide. Using trending topics as a starting point, the group unpacks how consent, alcohol, power, and social dynamics collide in real life. What begins as a discussion about p...

In this episode of  One Percent Better , the conversation turns to one of the most difficult realities of parenting:  what happens when two people love the same child—but raise them very differently. The crew unpacks how parenting styles clash around trust, control, consistency, and authority—and why those tensions often have less to do with the child and more to do with unresolved ego, absence, o...

n this episode, the team sits down for one of the most honest and emotionally intelligent conversations we’ve had on  One Percent Better. What starts as a simple debate quickly becomes a masterclass in communication, accountability, and the complicated truth about being human. We dive into the hard reality that  two things can be true at the same time : You can be doing your best  and  still hurt...

This episode was supposed to be a full 1% Better deep dive… and then the hard drive humbled us. 😅 We lost the core conversation, but the “Yada Yada” trending segment was so real we decided to drop it anyway. In this one, we start by reacting to a viral clip about  raising a bully instead of a victim  and end up unpacking how we were taught to fight, save face, and prove we’re not “soft.” The figh...

In this episode of  One Percent Better , Jay, Janae, Jamila, and Vonte break down one of the hardest truths about life:  our decisions never impact just us — they ripple out and affect the people connected to us. What starts as a wild story about Vonte dealing with a stalker quickly expands into a deeper conversation about emotional responsibility — the kind most people avoid having. The crew digs...

In this episode of  One Percent Better , Jay, Alex, and Jamila break down the invisible rules we’ve all been conditioned to follow — the “standards” that shape our creativity, our confidence, and the way the world sees us. From conversations about leaving your hometown, to being labeled “corny” for choosing success, to artists losing themselves by fighting battles that aren’t theirs — this episode...

In this episode of  One Percent Better , Jay, Alex, Janae, and Vonte break down the real cost of connection — how friendships, business, and loyalty all operate on an unspoken exchange of value. They talk about the difference between  being used  and  being useful , and how “doing favors” can turn into manipulation when love gets replaced by leverage. This isn’t a bitter conversation — it’s a blue...

Watch Full Episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/one-percent-035-142892432?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link This episode dives deep into one of the most layered conversations we’ve ever had. Jay, Alex, Janae, and Jamila tackle the timeless question — do men have it harder than women? — and explore how classism, capitali...

In this episode of One Percent Better, Jay and Alex dive into one of the most uncomfortable but necessary conversations in adulthood — how to hold your friends accountable without losing the friendship. They break down what it means to have real standards in your circle, how to create boundaries without beef, and why friendship—like any partnership—requires structure, honesty, and feedback. Jay in...

In this episode of  One Percent Better , Jay, Alex, and Janae unpack what it really means to live with the choices we’ve made — individually and as a culture. They explore how moments of fun, freedom, and expression can sometimes blur into habits, influence, and consequences that we don’t always want to face until  the dust settles . The conversation gets real about accountability — for the lives,...

In this episode of  One Percent Better , Jay, Alex, and Janae unpack one of the hardest truths about growth — sometimes what we call “peace” is really just avoidance dressed up as healing. The conversation dives deep into control, ego, and emotional maturity — exploring how we protect ourselves so much that we end up disconnected. They discuss how “boundaries” can easily turn into “barriers,” why...

In this episode of the One Percent Better Podcast , Jay Hill, AlexanderTheBlanc, and Janae break down the deeper patterns that run through love, friendship, parenting, and self-growth. This isn’t just conversation—it’s a blueprint for living sharper, stronger, and more accountable. We dig into Compatibility vs. Complementarity: why balance may matter more than similarity. Accountability & Conv...

In this episode of One Percent Better , Jay Hill and AlexanderTheBlanc sit down with Luh Kel and Ian for a raw and unfiltered conversation about life, music, and growth. From Luh Kel’s viral success and lessons on money, fame, and staying true to love in his music, to Ian’s powerful testimony of walking away from the fast life to embrace faith and purpose, this episode dives deep into the choices...

In Episode 30 of One Percent Better , Jay Hill, Alexander Blanc, and Janae sit down with Brie Renee for a vulnerable and powerful conversation. Together, they explore the lessons we carry from family, the patterns we inherit, and the hard work of unlearning what no longer serves us in love, intimacy, and life. Brie opens up about: Growing up in Atlanta’s Black Mecca and finding her voice The reali...

Actor and recording artist Michael Epps joins Jay Hill, Alexander Blanc, and Janae for an in-depth conversation about balancing Hollywood, music, and real life. Michael opens up about stepping into music while building his career as Jake on Showtime’s The Chi. He reflects on growing up in Chicago, navigating fame from a young age, and the discipline it takes to keep moving forward. The crew dives...

In this episode of One Percent Better, Jay Hill and Alexander Blanc sit down with comedian, actor, and entrepreneur KevOnStage for one of his most transparent conversations yet. Kev opens up about the discipline it takes to build an empire while staying true to yourself. From the grind of stand-up comedy to creating his own platform outside of Hollywood gatekeepers, Kev breaks down why he refuses...

Welcome back to One Percent Better with hosts Jay Hill and AlexanderTheBlanc . In this episode, the guys sit down with special guest Big Sexy for a raw, thought-provoking conversation about identity, confrontation, and the pursuit of peace. The discussion kicks off with a fiery debate about whether Geminis are naturally argumentative—spinning into deeper reflections on self-awareness, how we handl...