The Shop

This week, Steelo Brim and Travis Bennett meet up at #TheShop with singer/songwriter The Dream and Grammy-nominated singer and actor Luke James to talk artist development in the music industry, the difference between good and great musicians and the latest update on The Dream’s new album. The guys also debate the differences (and similarities) between “Love Island” and “Game of Thrones”, transitio...

This week, Steelo Brim and Travis Bennett invite actor Rome Flynn and musician and actor Buddy to #TheShop to chop it up on everything from men’s mental health to the importance of privacy to the NBA team they’d most like to get drafted to. The crew also share their best financial advice, debate the best alien movie of all-time and discuss whether people wearing smart glasses can be trusted. (0:00...

The Shop is back with a brand-new look and brand-new hosts. This week, Steelo Brim and Travis Bennett are joined by actor Melvin Gregg and actor Jasper Dolphin for a conversation about everything from Serena Williams' return from retirement to how James Bond would be different if he were played by a Black actor. The group also discusses what it means to age in the world of Hip Hop, the surprising...

Season 7 was one for the books! Shout out to all the incredible guests that pulled up to The Shop this time around. In this special-edition episode, we’ve compiled some of the most memorable moments of conversation this season had to offer - from Sexyy Red to André 3000 to LeBron James to Glorilla to LL Cool J - we've had some CLASSIC talks. Enjoy this one and stay tuned for more content coming ve...

We’re back with our final episode of the season, and we got an incredible group together for this one. This week Paul Rivera and Maverick Carter sit down with Dana White, Sam Jay, Brent Faiyaz, Sean O’Malley, Wiz Khalifa, Steve-O and Sloane Stephens. Dana talks about what makes the UFC special and different from other sports, building the brand and not caring what others think. Sam Jay opens up ab...

Legends, innovators and stars from the new generation. Everybody pulls up to The Shop. For episode 7, we got a very special group together. Andre 3000, LeBron James, Sexyy Red, Jerry Lorenzo,  Jiaoying Summers , and Nigel Sylvester sit down with Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera for an unforgettable conversation. Andre discusses the early days of Outkast and the Dungeon Family, the legacy of Rico Wa...

The crew is back! Paul Rivera and Maverick Carter sit with a star-studded group this week: Johnny Manziel, GloRilla, mgk, Hit-Boy and Alycia Baumgardner Johnny and the guys analyze his legendary college career, the good and the bad, his growth over the years and reminisce on his past working relationship with Maverick. mgk talks about coming up in Cleveland, memories being more valuable than money...

Amazing guests, unheard stories and fresh cuts. Just another day at The Shop. This week, Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera chop it up with an exceptional group: Simu Liu, Tobe Nwigwe, Baron Davis and Calvin Johnson. Simu talks about his unique journey from being an accountant to starring in one of Marvel’s biggest films — establishing himself as a movie star. Tobe talks about his own experience in f...

The crew is back! Tap into the latest episode of The Shop with Lena Waithe, Mo Gilligan, Trent Williams, Teddy Swims and the legendary LL Cool J. PR and Maverick talk to Lena about the impact and authenticity of her show The Chi, her approach to writing and evolving as a creative. LL walks the crew through what led to and inspired his upcoming album, produced by Q-Tip, and longevity in Hip-Hop. Tr...

We back! Tap back into The Shop with LeBron James, artist & CEO Travis Scott, NFL corner Sauce Gardner, music star Ice Spice, media personality and former all-pro Chad Johnson and MLB all-star Julio Rodriguez. Maverick and Paul talk to LeBron about the one award he hasn't won, the importance of a strong inner circle and why he steered away from playing football. Travis gives his thoughts on hi...

There’s no better platform than The Shop when it comes to hearing real stories and honest, unfiltered perspectives from the biggest in the game. For episode 2, we sat with CEO and entrepreneur Michael Rubin, 3x All-Pro wideout Davante Adams, comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish and New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft. Hosts, Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera spoke to Rubin about his passionate d...

When it comes to hearing unique perspectives, getting insight and new stories from your favorites, there’s no better outlet than The Shop. To kick off season 7, legendary comedian and actor Cedric the Entertainer, Grammy-Award winning superstar Nelly and WNBA icon Becky Hammon sat down for an amazing conversation. Hosts, Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera talked to Cedric about the drama hitting the...

From Episode 1 to the season finale, The Shop has you covered with the Best Of moments from Season 6! Appearances from sports superstars like 12x NBA All Star Chris Paul & 7x Olympic Gold medalist Allyson Felix to music & entertainment icons in 12x Grammy Award winner Babyface & actor/comedian J.B. Smoove, they all sat down with marketing executive Paul Rivera & entrepreneur Maveri...

There’s no better outlet that provides knowledge, perspective, and leadership than The Shop. To close out Season 6, 12-time NBA All-Star point guard Chris Paul, rapper & activist Killer Mike, NBA head coach Ty Lue, actor & producer LaKeith Stanfield join marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. CP3 describes the emotional rollercoaster of publishing his book and t...

From humble beginnings, to making their dreams a reality. The Shop is back open with Episode 7 featuring actor Wood Harris, comedian and actor J.B. Smoove, dancehall artist Shenseea, actress Dominique Fishback, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Wood recounts starring in cult classic films like Remember The Titans and Above The Rim, as well as working on the LeBron...

The Shop has always been about the hustle. For Episode 6 we’ve got undisputed lightweight champion boxer Devin Haney, rapper Tee Grizzley, actor Amin Joseph, comedian HaHa Davis, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Devin shares how he got put into boxing as a punishment, but wound up being the one doing the punishing, Amin explains how playing Uncle Jerome in Snowfal...

We got 5 on it! Tap back into The Shop with actor and producer Damson Idris, rapper DaBaby, artist Hebru Brantley, gymnast Katelyn Ohashi, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Damson describes the influences that helped shape his character Franklin Saint on the critically acclaimed TV series Snowfall, DaBaby reflects on his recent trials, tribulations and mistakes, an...

A room full of love, grace, and success. Season 6 Episode 4 of The Shop features legends Teyana Taylor, Babyface, Allyson Felix, Tabitha Brown, Bobby Hundreds, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Teyana shares how she balanced pain and motherhood while filming A Thousand And One and how returning to Harlem allowed her to be vulnerable, Babyface breaks down the proces...

It's time to talk shop with 2x NBA champion and NC A&T golfer J.R. Smith, singer and actress Chloe Bailey, WNBA star and ESPN Basketball Analyst Chiney Ogwumike, producer, director and actor Kenya Barris, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. J.R. talks about his growth and mental health struggles during his NBA career and his decision to attend an HBCU after retir...

Grab a seat for Season 6 Episode 2 with agent and founder of Klutch Sports Group Rich Paul, comedian and internet personality Druski, rapper Cordae, businessman and record executive Steve Stoute, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Rich Paul drops some serious knowledge on how he negotiates max contracts and what it actually takes to be a max player, Cordae talks abo...

The Shop is back open for business! Grab a seat at the Season 6 premiere with NFL All-Pro wide receiver Stefon Diggs, undefeated boxer Ryan Garcia, award-winning country music artist Kane Brown, actor & comedian Desi Banks, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Stefon recounts the moment when his teammate and friend Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field, Ryan breaks...

UNINTERRUPTED The Shop is presented by Grey Goose. In LeBron James' words..."Everything happens in The Shop." The Sports Emmy Award-winning series UNINTERRUPTED The Shop is back for Season 5! Join us each month for new episodes featuring the biggest names in the game for unfiltered talk about sports, music, and culture. Subscribe for new episodes every month:  https://bit.ly/SubscribeToUN  Listen...

UNINTERRUPTED The Shop is presented by Grey Goose. In LeBron James' words..."Everything happens in The Shop." The Sports Emmy Award-winning series UNINTERRUPTED The Shop is back for Season 5! Join us each month for new episodes featuring the biggest names in the game for unfiltered talk about sports, music, and culture. Subscribe for new episodes every month:  https://bit.ly/SubscribeToUN  Listen...

The stars are out on this episode of The Shop. Grab a seat and join NBA All-Star Kyrie Irving, Actor Idris Elba, Actress Drew Barrymore, Co-Founder of the Premier Lacrosse League Paul Rabil, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Kyrie discusses growth on and off the court, Idris weighs in on the James Bond rumors, Drew gets vulnerable on self-forgiveness and healing, a...

It's an international affair on this episode of The Shop. Grab a seat and join Academy Award Winner Daniel Kaluuya, Premier League soccer star Marcus Rashford, renowned artist Rashid Johnson, marketing executive Paul Rivera, entrepreneur Maverick Carter, and NBA superstar LeBron James. Daniel discusses working with Jordan Peele and why "Get Out" was a perfect script, Marcus recounts his Euro 2020...