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EP549 | There’s Nothing Wrong With Wings by @shoptalkpodcast

EP548 | Of The Community (Feat Antoine D. Jackson) by @shoptalkpodcast

ShopTalk Podcast – EP547 J and Dame are back for another week of ShopTalk! This week, the guys kick things off discussing Black American language, Detroit slang, and how the same words can mean completely different things depending on how you say them. The conversation shifts to hip-hop as they debate Jay-Z's HBO series, revisit the Biggie vs. Jay-Z conversation, and discuss whether today's hip-ho...

EP546 | The Flop by @shoptalkpodcast

ShopTalk Podcast – EP545 J and Dame are back for Episode 545, kicking things off with restaurant talk, relationships, old memories and why sometimes you don’t realize you were living in the “good old days” until they’re gone. The guys also get nostalgic about old photos, Polaroid cameras and the pictures and memories we’ve managed to hold onto over the years. Later, they announce plans for a ShopT...

J and Dame are back for another week of ShopTalk. This week, Dame reflects on approaching the one-year anniversary of his open-heart surgery and unexpectedly running into the surgeon who performed it. The guys also get into a hung jury and the justice system, how much money it would take to give up a guaranteed Lions Super Bowl, and how the internet has changed our perception of what counts as “a...

ShopTalk Podcast – EP543 This week on ShopTalk Podcast, J and Dame are back for episode 543, starting with Spider-Man, the multiverse and the realization that maybe the two of them are just alternate-universe versions of each other. From there, the guys get into Lil Durk being found not guilty on the murder charge and what his first music after getting out could sound like. That leads to Brian Ste...

This week, J and Dame are back with another episode of ShopTalk, and they’re doing it live for First Fridays. The episode starts with the realities of homeownership as Dame talks about an unexpected $1,500 AC repair, needing a new roof and why owning a house will have you questioning whether you want to own one at all. But things take a turn when J tells the story of a praying mantis that somehow...

ShopTalk Podcast – Episode 541 This week on ShopTalk Podcast, J and Dame are back for another week of foolishness, but the conversation gets serious early as the guys talk about how quickly life can change. They reflect on loss, carrying more than people realize, appreciating the people around you, and why sometimes simply making it through another week is something to be thankful for. From there,...

ShopTalk Podcast – Episode 540 This week on ShopTalk Podcast, J and Dame get into boundaries, friendship, responsibility, perspective, money, relationships and the stories we tell ourselves about other people. The guys start by talking about longtime friendships and whether having no friends from earlier stages of your life should be considered a red flag. That leads into getting older, leaving th...

## ShopTalk Podcast – Episode 539 | All American Tech Tutors This week on **ShopTalk Podcast**, J and Dame kick things off with some technical difficulties that give J the perfect opportunity to resurrect an old business idea: **All American Tech Tutors**. After getting Dame's audio and camera situation together, the two debate who really deserves the blame for the problems and whether J has offic...

Episode 538 | Can You Be Good in a Bad System? This week, J and Dame cover a little bit of everything, but one conversation stands above the rest: **Can good people exist inside institutions that many believe are fundamentally broken?** Using examples ranging from gangs and organized groups to policing, the guys wrestle with the difference between judging an individual and judging the system they...

This week on ShopTalk Podcast, J and Dame catch up after another busy week, talking fitness goals, shaving the beard, Detroit summers, T.I.'s latest concert, and why getting older changes how they look at nightlife, relationships, and even neighborhood hangouts. The bulk of the episode centers around the viral video involving a Detroit Police Commissioner who was captured watching a fight unfold b...

This week on ShopTalk Podcast, J and Dame kick things off with a push toward YouTube monetization before reflecting on nearly 536 consecutive weeks of podcasting, what it takes to keep a show fresh, and why consistency is still king. They also discuss protecting your reputation, keeping your personal and professional lives separate, and why some relationships are worth preserving even when people...

This week on **ShopTalk Podcast**, J and Dame cover everything from personal growth to hip-hop debates, with plenty of Detroit perspective in between. J talks about getting back in the gym with his daughter, the challenges of watching your kids become adults, and why every stage of life creates a different version of who you are. The conversation shifts into relationships, marriage, and whether it...

This week on ShopTalk Podcast, J and Dame welcome special guest Marc Spight, founder of Fresh Air Detroit, for a conversation about mentorship, manhood, and why structure matters. The episode starts with stories about frustrating customer service experiences that spark a broader discussion about professionalism, etiquette, and why good service can make or break a business. The crew debates whether...

Episode 533 – It’s My Motherfing Money* J and Dame are back for another week of Shop Talk, covering everything from family loyalty and inheritance to workplace culture, friendship boundaries, sports, and the value of standing on your decisions. The conversation begins with updates from the week, including tattoos, concerts, family matters, and reflections on health before shifting into a discussio...

ShopTalkPodcast EP532: RockStar Welcome back to another episode of ShopTalkPodcast. Fresh off celebrating 10 years, J and Dame take a moment to reflect on the overwhelming support they’ve received from listeners before discussing why it’s important to pause and appreciate milestones instead of immediately chasing the next goal. The conversation leads into Father’s Day, meaningful gifts, handwritte...

Welcome back to another episode of ShopTalkPodcast. This week is special. June 18, 2026 marks 10 years of ShopTalkPodcast, and J and Dame take a moment to reflect on a decade of conversations, friendships, opportunities, growth, and consistency. From recording the very first episode in an apartment using an iPad and a USB microphone to building a studio, creating multiple shows, hosting live event...

Welcome back to ShopTalkPodcast Episode 530! This week, J and Dame take a trip down memory lane as they reflect on technology, nostalgia, and how quickly the world changes around us. From floppy disks and CD changers to iPhones, AI, and smart devices, the fellas discuss how much life has evolved during their lifetime and what gets lost when convenience becomes the standard. They also talk about th...

ShopTalkPodcast EP529: You Cant Change The Past Welcome back to another episode of ShopTalkPodcast. J and Dame are back for another week of conversations, stories, and unfiltered opinions. This week, the fellas discuss family, health, and perspective as J reflects on a trip to Cleveland to celebrate his aunt’s birthday and shares a positive update following his recent heart surgery and cardiology...

ShopTalkPodcast EP528: Prom Send-Offs, Teen Takeovers & The Literacy Crisis Welcome back to another episode of ShopTalkPodcast. This week, J and Dame start things off by celebrating the latest graduates in their families before diving into a conversation about Cass Tech, college decisions, missed opportunities, and how differently they view education now compared to when they were teenagers. From...

Welcome back to another episode of ShopTalkPodcast. This week, J and Dame are back in the building talking through everything from new tech struggles to aging gracefully, career growth, music, boxing, and the wild world of internet narratives. Dame finally enters the MacBook era and immediately turns the pod into a live tech support session while J tries to walk him through passwords, microphones,...

On this episode of ShopTalkPodcast, J and Dame are back for another week of conversation, laughs, and a little foolishness. This week they’re joined in the studio by returning guest KELO for a special episode celebrating 313 Day. The fellas kick things off with some Detroit-themed trivia and a few fun games in honor of the city, testing their knowledge of Detroit culture, history, and iconic momen...

Episode 525 – Take It To The Grave J and Dame are back for another week of Shop Talk conversations covering everything from motherhood and loss to politics, sports, Wu-Tang, relationships, and the lies people commit to forever. The episode opens with a heartfelt Mother’s Day conversation as both hosts reflect on their mothers, grief, family relationships, and the lessons that still stay with them...