Cash Room Convos

Stephen A. Smith has built one of the biggest platforms in sports media—but has he lost sight of what that platform is for? In this episode of Cash Room Convos , we unpack why we’ve reached a breaking point with Stephen A. Smith and what his influence says about the state of sports, politics, and culture. We also dive into: 🏀 The blockbuster Jaylen Brown trade from the Boston Celtics to the Phila...

What happens when the world’s 4th largest economy feels like it’s carrying the country — but not getting the same support in return? On this episode of Cash Room Convos, we tackle one of the biggest political questions in America right now: Should California leave the United States? From federal tax contributions and immigration policy to disaster relief, representation, culture, and economic powe...

Welcome to Cash Room Convos—where we break down money, power, and culture with real conversations that don’t stay on the surface. In this episode, we get into a question that makes people uncomfortable: Are you with us… or against us? Sounds simple—but it’s not. We unpack what it really means to take a side in today’s world, where people try to stay neutral, play both ends, or avoid accountability...

Welcome to Cash Room Convos—where we break down the systems behind money, power, and access. In this episode, we unpack one of the coldest truths in America: It’s expensive to be poor. From predatory lending and overdraft fees to food deserts, bad credit, transportation costs, and the premium people pay when they don’t have access to capital—we break down how poverty compounds itself by design. Th...

Welcome to Cash Room Convos —where we break down the real play behind money, power, and opportunity. In this episode, we tap into the upcoming 2028 Summer Olympics and what it actually means for Los Angeles—not just the spectacle, but the  business behind it . The Olympics aren’t just sports… They’re a multi-billion dollar ecosystem —and if you’re not paying attention, you’re just watching instead...

NIL stands for Name, Image, and Likeness. It allows college athletes to earn money through sponsorships, endorsements, and personal branding. In this episode of Cash Room Convos, Karim Webb and CJ Mac break down what Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) really means for college athletes—and who’s actually benefiting from it. From football programs to major universities, NIL has opened the door for athl...

Everybody wants to be governor… but nobody’s coming south of the 10. The California governor’s race is getting crowded, especially on the Democratic side. Republicans may actually win if the Democrat don't get strategic. On top of all that, communities south of the 10 freeway, some of the most politically and culturally important in California are being overlooked.  No real presence. No real conve...