Sippin On Excellence

This week on Sippin on Excellence , Coach KJ and Doc Hunt sit down with actor, writer, director, and certified body-roll queen Lennon Parham to talk about the real life behind the laughs. From cutting her teeth in the improv world to co-creating and starring in shows like Playing House and Best Friends Forever , Lennon breaks down what it means to build a career in comedy on her own terms—on stage...

This week on Sippin' On Excellence , we sit down with sports cardiologist Dr. Merije Chukumerije for a real conversation about men's heart health, weight, and longevity—without the fear tactics or fake fitness hype. We break down how weight and body composition actually impact heart stress, why athletes and high-performers need a different level of awareness, and what "healthy" looks like beyond a...

I n this episode of  Sippin' On Excellence , Coach KJ and Doc dive deep into one of the most personal questions you can ever ask yourself: "Is the world a better place with you in it?" What starts as a reflection on purpose quickly unfolds into a raw conversation about identity, self-worth, and the hidden fears that shape how we show up.   The guys unpack what "poor" really looks like—not just in...

Ever wish you could go back and drop a few truth bombs on your 20-year-old self? Or shake some sense into your 30s version before life's real curveballs came flying?   In this week's episode Coach KJ and Doc Hunt, now both in our 50s and battle-tested by time, pour up a candid and brutally honest conversation about the lessons we've learned through our 20s, 30s, and 40s.   We dive into the mindset...

Friendship is supposed to be simple—until life throws religion, politics, and gender dynamics into the mix. In this episode we take another shot at that age-old debate: Can men and women really just be friends? Then we push it further: Can friendships or relationships survive when you're on opposite sides of belief systems, whether faith or politics?   Doc and Coach KJ don't shy away from the toug...

This episode is exactly what happens when the mic's hot and we've had enough. No script, no filter, just two grown-ass men talking about the wild stuff we've been seeing, hearing, and side-eyeing lately.   We talk about the growing number of "experts" giving advice on relationships and gender dynamics without lived experience to back it up. We explore how people tend to support success… but only w...

  This week on Sippin' on Excellence , Coach and The Doc refuse to play it safe. We dive into the conversations most people avoid for fear of rocking the boat… but the ones that desperately need to be had.   We start with the harsh realities of ICE raids and the inhumane way people are criminalized and degraded, pulling back the curtain on what silence costs us as a society. From there, we pivot i...

On this week's Sippin On Excellence , we sat down with our friend and Hollywood gym owner, Jerry Housey , a man whose hustle could power a city block.   We talked about his grind during the pandemic, the art of building a family while building a business, and his journey from college football to navigating bold career moves. That road led him to creating one of the most respected and tight-knit gy...

This week on Sippin On Excellence , we sit down with the brilliant Dr. Ryan Greene — physician, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Monarch Athletic Club — to break down what true preventative healthcare really looks like.   We talk bio-optimization, longevity, and the mindset it takes to take control of your body before it breaks down. Dr. Greene shares his unique medical philosophy that fuses fitnes...

In this special episode of Sippin on Excellence , we are so honored to sit down with the legendary Annie Lennox for a raw, unscripted conversation about life beyond the spotlight.   From finding her voice in music to becoming a powerhouse in activism and philanthropy. Annie opens up about identity, purpose, and the courage to speak without shouting. She shares how introversion shaped her artistry...

In this unapologetically raw and rapid-fire episode, Coach KJ and Doc Hunt put your character under the microscope.   Why is everyone so damn convicted in being right lately? Why can't we disagree without being labeled "anti-" something? Why is every emotion now a "trigger"? And when did reacting become more important than reflecting?   We get into the deep roots — childhood trauma, identity polit...

In this special episode, Coach KJ and Doc Hunt get raw about why your interpersonal relationships that keep hitting the wall.    We unpack the hard question: "Am I the problem?"—from hunting peace in everyone else to owning your own growth.    You'll hear our take on societal pressures placed on men and women as we explore how we   treat one another.     If you're feeling kinda sensitive today, yo...

This week on Sippin On Excellence , we hand the mic to the incomparable Tonya Renee Banks—actor, author, reality TV icon, and all-around truth-teller. Buckle up, because Tonya didn't hold back. She takes us deep into the world behind  Little Women: LA and even deeper into her new book (which inspired this episode's title). Tonya shares what reality TV never shows: family dynamics, her upbringing,...

Welcome to the rawest episode we've done yet. This week on Sippin' on Excellence , Coach KJ and Doc Hunt dive headfirst into the silent war most men are losing: their mental health . We're unmasking the high-performing man who looks like he's winning… but is  emotionally drowning . We're challenging outdated definitions of masculinity that keep men locked in shame, stress, and silence. And we're b...

In this powerful and no-holds-barred episode, Coach KJ and Dr. Hunt sit down with none other than The Honorable Judge Greg Mathis —the streetwise icon who turned a troubled youth into a lifetime of service, justice, and unapologetic leadership.   Judge Mathis opens up about his past as a juvenile, the moment he knew education would be his weapon, and how he used the courtroom as a platform to figh...

In this week's episode Coach KJ and Doc set fire to one of the most overused and under-delivered concepts in personal development: work-life balance. The truth is, for high-performers and purpose-driven people, the idea of true balance is not just unrealistic… it can be a trap.   We dive into the myth of balance in work, relationships, and the pursuit of success. What society sells as "peace" ofte...

We were so honored to have a powerful and in depth conversation with Dr. Mitch Besser. Dr. Besser is not your typical Ob-Gyn. He has dedicated most of his career to serving the underprivileged around the world, mostly spending over 20 years in South Africa empowering pregnant women living with HIV to have better lives. This was a very soulful conversation that will pluck at the heartstrings. Rest...

Your belief system isn't just a vibe—it's a GPS. But what happens when it's leading you off a cliff? In this week's episode Coach KJ and Doc Hunt dissect the line between the risks of challenging your belief system to succeed and the very system you thought was keeping you grounded… that might be keeping you small. We jump into some thought-provoking conversation. Is  not challenging your belief s...

In This episode, we are dropping gems with special guest and dear friend Tina Taylor Brown.   She comes to us with a wealth of knowledge and life experience having lived   the life of a stand-up comedian, on-air radio personality, model, wife and mother. But the best part about her, she speaks her mind and holds NOTHING back!   We gave her free rein and she definitely delivered. The vulnerability...

This episode isn't for the weak. We're coming for your excuses, your procrastination, and that imposter syndrome whispering in your ear. If you've been coasting, overthinking, or playing small, these 10 questions will hit you like a reality check you didn't know you needed: 1. Are the people around you pushing you forward or holding you back? 2. If the next 1,000 days looked like yesterday, would...

In this episode, Coach and Doc dive deep into The Vetting Process —the underrated skill that can save you from disastrous relationships, career mis-steps, and life's unnecessary headaches. Whether it's choosing a partner, hiring the right people, or surrounding yourself with the right circle, your vetting process determines your success (or your stress).   We're breaking down the red flags you ign...

Finishing 2024 strong, we decided to follow up the "Real Life Conversations" episode with a little twist… the things that you need to leave behind moving into 2025! Whether it's the "high value" beliefs, things that "trigger" you, or just having poor, projectile emotional immaturity, it's time to LET IT GO! The Sip Boyz want you to move into the new year ready to communicate like no other to have...

Death is an inevitable fate that we all face in many forms… work, relationships, but the most feared is our last breath. It's understood that most of us truly don't want to die. That being said, are you scared? Why do we grieve so hard after a loss? Why do we fear even discussing it? Well, we decided to take a stab at it and show the world how this assumed morbid topic can be a calling for living...

Sometimes your best ideas, thoughts, and life reflections are spun from simply having great conversations. With 2024 coming to a close, we'd like to give you a glimpse of how our dialogue creates our topics and our relatability. Most importantly, we want to continue to inspire better communication. Questions, reviews and topics you would like to hear on the show: Website: podcastsoe.com.   Instagr...

Gratitude...What's sad is that most people have no idea how to live in that space. There is nothing wrong with wanting more out of life. However, problems arise when the chase for more overshadows the appreciation for less. Some call it ambition. Others will say it is greed. No matter how great life is, we all hold on to the hope that it will get better. Understanding that life could always be wor...