THE COGNAC ROOM

In this episode Jay speaks with Rodney Wash who’s an author, podcaster, and radio personality about his journey in media. This is a very insightful episode. Rodney drops many jewels in this one. It’s a great listen for all who aspire to grow their brands and achieve success in the world of media!

In this episode Jay, Lyric, and Petra talk about an old boo introducing their new flame to the places and things that you introduced them too. Should you feel a way about that or does it not matter? Pull up a chair, pour up a glass, and lets discuss!

In this episode Jay and Drew (Drew Vs. The World Podcast) visit the Armored Cow Brewery to discuss the pros and cons of “The Bro Code” over a few craft beers. Pull up a chair, pour up a glass, and let’s discuss!

In this episode Jay has an in depth conversation with North Carolina’s own Ty Harriz about his life and journey in music. He is also the featured artist of the week with his song “Up One” (27:49) now streaming on all platforms.

In this episode Jay and Petra discuss Cancel Culture and how it’s getting out of hand on the heels of women protesting the song “Cater To You” As always the side conversations are the best part, so pull up a chair, pour up a glass, and let’s discuss.

In this episode Jay and his guests (Smash from Bet The House Podcast, Rod from the Blunt Effect Podcast, and Ken Brown) discuss how some men settle for a woman who’s not really who he wants but who he needs at the time. Is this really a thing? Is this why so many men cheat? Do men chose women based on looks or qualities? These are the the questions that are addressed in this one. This weeks featur...

In this second part of “Miscellaneous Mischief” Petra, Jay, Lyric , and Rod continue the conversation and the laughs keep coming! This weeks featured artist is Frio with his song “Woosah” (18:12)

In this episode Jay and Petra discuss how men and women react to “not so great sex differently. Will a man stay with a woman with wack sex? What does a man consider wack sex? Tune in and find out!

In this episode Jay, Petra, and Lyric are joined by Rod from The Blunt Effected Podcast to discuss everything from Kevin Samuels approach and treatment of women to dating down, bitter exes, and more. This weeks featured artist is Play Simone with her song “COLORBLIND” (46:41)

In this episode Jay, Lyric, and Petra discuss the topic of women submitting to the men in their lives and what that actually means. Are all me worthy of a woman submitting to them? They are joined by special guests Drew (Drew Vs The World podcast) and Teyah. Pull up a chair, pour up a glass, and let’s discuss!

Born and raised in Ottawa, Canada Tina was highly involved in her community. While completing her bachelor degree in Theoretical Linguistics she was working part time in the cosmetics industry which took her to Athens, Greece in 1993 to coach and train in customer service and product knowledge. Being a native speaker of English she was asked to tutor young children in ESL. It was then when she fel...

Sid Lacy is a 22 year old podcaster from Fresno California. He is a criminology student who is passionate about Prison reform and other social issues. In this Episode Jay gets the opportunity to find out who this young man is and what makes him tick. This weeks featured artist is SPACEBOY with his song “Home Tonight”. (33:13)

We all have the need for validation but at what point does it become a problem in a relationship? In this episode John and Carlos (Brown Liquor and Cigars podcast) join Jay and Petra in The Cognac Room to delve into this interesting and controversial topic. Prepare to laugh and don’t forget your drink! This weeks featured artist is Zavey with his song “3rd Eye Blinking”(44:01)

In this episode Jay talks with Nathan Wilson a Philadelphia-based entrepreneur, author, public speaker and consultant. Nathan Wilson is the Founder & CEO of NBS Media which specializes in urban media and publishing. He is the Founder & Main Contributor of NewBlackSociety.com, the global news content blog for black America. An award winning writer and speaker, Nathan has been featured in several pa...

In this episode Arsenio (R-Say Podcast) joins Jay in Somewhat of an interview swap which is now published on his podcast as well as the Cognac Room. They talk business, friendships. Mental health, progress, and weed. This weeks featured artist is D. Taylor with his song “Been Searching” (35:19) Pull up a chair, Pour up a glass, and let’s discuss.

In this episode special guest Terry DeRon, an author and relationship coach, joins Jay and Petra to discuss the pandering that men do with women, why men cheat, and reasons men choose not to cheat.

Jay, Petra, and Lyric talk about the importance of using discretion with your words in relationships. Not just as it relates to saying hurtful things but also in giving compliments and praise. This weeks featured artist is Young Juan with his single “90’s Kind Of Love” (31:07)

After playing a clip from social media about women confronting “the other woman”, Jay and Petra discuss the topic in depth. The question is posed, “Is it going too far to call a woman that has dealings with your guy?” You will find that the answer isn’t exactly cut and dry. This weeks featured artist is TG13 with his song “Bounce Back” (26:16). Contact us: thecognacroompod@gmail.com

In this episode Jay sits down with TikTok sensation “iamciti” to discuss how he became popular on the app and in Japan as a whole. Covid has changed everyone’s life to some degree but “iamciti” is proof that it doesn’t have to be for the worse. Life is truly what you make it. He is also this weeks featured artist with his single “Designer” (12:51). Email:thecognacroompod@gmail.com

In this episode Petra, Lyric, and Jay discuss the age old problem of having people who feel threatened by others because of their talent or drive. It’s the Cognac Room so you know it’s gonna get saucy!

In this episode Jay interviews Author and Men’s Coach Erik Everhard, one of the top paid and most recognized performers in adult films of the last two decades. He has won numerous Male performer awards and been enshrined in the hall of fame of the AVN and XRCO organizations. In 2010 he embarked on a transformational journey studying NLP at one of the top institutions in America. Since then he has...

Have you ever heard of “Love Bombing”? In this episode Lyric, Jay, Sincere, and Petra put a face on the term. The featured artist is Kvng Jay with his song “Elite” (33:55). Email: thecognacroompod@gmail.com

In this episode Jay interviews Emmy Award winning actor Réal Andrews who plays Marcus Taggert on General Hospital. He has also acted on All My Children, As The World Turns, and Port Charles as well as a many movies and shows. He is also a Motivational Speaker, Action Coach, and entrepreneur. Listen in as Jay digs a little deeper into what fuels Réal and has brought him to where he is in life now....

In this episode Jay sits down with Bob Galletta, a coach who specializes in fundamental transformation, and host of the hit podcast Beyond Our Boundaries. Bob shares his very interesting journey to becoming a new and better version of himself in this very honest and open conversation. This weeks featured artist is Dez Mac with his single “Lately” (28:33)

In this episode Jay is joined by special guest Kim Swann as they discuss the topic of the Clubhouse app reaching a valuation of 1 billion dollars in just nine months, and the role that people of color play in its success . As well as how similar apps created by people of color have greatly lacked support from the black and brown community. These conversations are never easy but often necessary. So...