LL COOL J, Lena Waithe, Teddy Swims & Mo Gilligan on Fame and Evolving as Creatives | The Shop S7

Don't call it a comeback. 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. Trent opens up about his cancer diagnosis, how that changed his approach to life and the experience of making it to the Super Bowl. Mo tells hilarious stories from his stand-up appearances and coming up in South London. Teddy talks about how covering classic songs led to his blowing up on social media and breaks down his genre-less style of music.
We got to A LOT this time around!
The Shop is presented by @greygoose.
In LeBron James’ words...“Everything happens in The Shop.” The Sports Emmy Award-winning series The Shop is back for Season 7! Join us this season for new episodes featuring the biggest names in the game for unfiltered talk about sports, music, and culture.

[@madloveonline8676]

I'm so happy to see Mo ❤. As a British, The Shop is my little Black US secret so I'm both surprised and proud of our Mo G 😊. His Agent must be Top Drawer.

[@kharyking768]

What part of uk you from. Ive been to Nottingham a few times

[@exerjefferson2542]

The advice from LL to Lena was priceless, please don't end The Chi anytime soon, it can go on like the soaps and I will continue to watch it.

[@iamclifrich]

I love that LL is keeping it 100% Authentic and honest and being real. In a world full of people who are afraid to give there honest opinion with out fear, to watch a successful, confident, humble man who is sure about who he is as a human being is a breath of fresh air. I love this episode.

[@NewGibraltarPictures]

*Their

[@jemila7991]

Trent Williams’s story is amazing. So glad he’s here to tell it. God bless him. 🙏

[@leslyandy-mekwunye9022]

This show is a treasure

[@TraitDOlympe]

LL remains relentlessly in my top 10 rappers who have left their mark on this art form. Salute 🫡

[@TrueSankofa7]

no. 1 on my list

[@tentoes_vintage]

He said “how old was Picasso when he did his best work?” LL’s words are deep. I felt that shit. And everything he said after that. He’s GOAT.

[@KD_SWAGGER]

Salute to LL Cool J. Definitely an icon in hip hop. He always has some helpful advice in his interviews.

[@shamarjones8178]

LL NEEDS A PODCAST FR !!!

[@JaySaidy]

I thought he had one. Rock the Bells or something like that.

[@Philasophical_Truth.Wisdom]

He has a channel on Siris Radio

[@TRI-MEDIA_PRODUCTIONS]

It’s channel 43 on Sirius

[@excessnetwork4221]

Waaaaat ! If this happens Everything hiphop/trap/music/podcast/ will be on holt for a while

[@shamirspencer]

Yeah, he has one

[@michaelwhite3595]

Trent story is so ground breaking I’m glad he’s here to tell and he’s able to still do what he loves

[@kennethtucker90]

L the LEGEND...Btw, tht Nas run is not talked about enough, pure greatness. Dope show

[@JynxFreeman]

Do not put a period where a comma is supposed to be.... Boss quote..❤

[@Becks_2121]

Love seeing Mo amongst some greats and one of the hip hop gods, well deserved. Team Mo all day, salute the shop!!! United we stand…….🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽

[@Reyn71]

Gwaan Mo, yuh reach 👏🏾👏🏾💪🏿💪🏿👊🏿👊🏿

[@dariuslovhalll5606]

I stand with LL. " whAts your favorite song???" Lol

[@ared5224]

A free style he did In the 80s called fine line

[@dariuslovhalll5606]

@@ared5224 lol. I was talking about lena's favorite sonv off Andre 3000 flute album

[@nateladson4854]

LL was dropping jewels!!!

[@1212CSmith]

Thank you, Mr. Williams, for sharing your incredible story. I hope men, especially Black, pay close heed. Do regular check-ups & exams, and get second and third opinions. Do not put your health and wellness on the back burner.

[@Cromartie22]

LL is right, the CHI has been dope. So much room to continue and grow. Shouldn’t feel like it’s been on too long yet. All love either way

[@markpurdy-silva4092]

The freestyle he gave was legendary… Jesus

[@crespoarts]

LL really got me wanting to run through a wall. I can do anything!

[@mauricemegginson3625]

LL is a true icon bruh and lena is a beast i love ths Chi one my favorites

[@patriciafuselier3071]

I am really enjoying this show. Y'all speaking from the heart and being real. LL Cool J, you are so encouraging and inspiring which is a blessing to see. Lena you are a great writer and your films are amazing keep up the good work. Y'all just keep doing well. We need y'all.

[@babatundecomedian]

Yes MO!!!! 🙌🏾🎉

[@user-qt3kx6yv3v]

Love L L Cool J .❤ Always such & out standing, Man for sure.

[@jacalynjohnson4656]

LL is that guy!

[@LegacyLondon]

Wooow, salute to Moe on this platform. Such a cool look for him, the UK

[@shamarjones8178]

DAMN SHE DID QUEEN AND SLIM 😳🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ChecktheScreen]

LL Cool J is inspiring. Good to see positive growth in everyone

[@dondeestalaleche1691]

LL speakin truth and power!!! Righteous fury🤝

[@roxxxyjoseph688]

Thank You to “The Shop “ It was such a Knowledgeable and Enjoyable Conversation with LL Cool J along with Lena Waite S7 !! Please keep the Meaningful and Inspiring Conversations coming!!..Love Me some LLCoolJ!!🔥🔥❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽👊🏽✌🏽✌🏽😎🥰

[@damayoclinic]

Spit That, LL Cool J!

[@foodbytheword6262]

This is a true LL master class!!! 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@ReResAllsorts]

LL talking about the flute was killing Mo! 🤣🤣🤣

[@Kigondu]

Lena is brilliant. A needed voice and super sharp. LL's an OG (among the greats no doubt. Love his music) - but his path / opinion is different and that's.. his. Trust your gut / skill with the choices Lena (The Chi and beyond, trust the hunch about the Chi ending. Smart.). And thank you for Queen and Slim! Huge fan of Andre 3k too and he can play as many flutes as he wants man! He doesn't need to be the greatest flute player ever, his efforts bring meaning and joy (no matter to how many) ..and that's good enough.

[@swagganificient]

Mo is lost as they were discussing American football 😂😂😂🏈🏉 Cuz he knows the English Football the real one⚽⚽⚽

[@Me-px7js]

😂. I missed that part. . Let me watch again to see where he said it.

[@eyewatch2see77]

Mo is not lost ... he knows the NFL is also "called" football

[@user-gm2rd2ng6q]

Damn..had no idea about Trent smh crazy bruh God bless him

[@koyowens1397]

THE BLESSING IS WAKING UP EVERYDAY

[@antwonblakemore1538]

I'm old school and I still don't think LL gets his props. At one time LL was the biggest rapper out. He actually had the rap game in a choke hold. He was the epitome of The GOAT 🐐

[@jerzecandy]

All the seasons of The Shop are a learning experience. What the guests bring to the table there’s always add to my tool belt at 65. The inspirational and creative moments that have me sharing with my adult children and on social media

[@elokaoji5705]

big up mo! luv from the uk luton my guy!

[@ChefBlueMagic]

Andre 3000 with the flute is MJ with Baseball lol

[@user-ww1fu3bi9u]

Hi from Ontario Canada, I love this show we learn from the show

[@riverrun5964]

Love Lena Waithe and her body of work. She's so talented and already an icon on her way to legendary status.

[@jorgerivera9405]

What a amazing and funny episode it was a little bit of everything just like a actual barbershop. The Trent cancer story got me, just hearing and seeing the reaction of the nurse getting ready to tier up after getting the news to not to focus on football and focus on spending time with ur daughter's and making sure all your affairs are good because you don't have alot of time left got emotional 🥺But Gob Bless you that u are doing good now.

[@hicksa1]

Dammmm LL Cool J is so handsome!

[@ltw1629]

Great episode. Beautiful minds and great characters. Much Love and Blessings from Germany...The Shop is a great revelation of authenticity, love, passion and discipline!

[@shamarjones8178]

Trent Williams 🙏🏽🗣️

[@user-uu2fb7cd2z]

Mo must feel soo out of place but love this for him👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 Onwards and upwards wards

[@Bridget2460]

Elated to have stumbled across this episode to The Shop. Honest dialogue and sharing!

[@kevinjett1120]

Great show, great guests. Love the content!

[@superwomanisflywonderwoman9116]

I didn't want this chat to stop . Great job

[@MyssNitaB]

Great episode!

[@YoungArtistSpike]

Let 3Stacks do what we wants. He solidified himself in the rap game already (Top 1 imo). A straight GOAT 👑👑

[@byshagi]

what a beautiful epi- blessings to you Trent

[@tjtutora5705]

Interesting shop talk peace and blessings to you 🙏 all

[@dawnlowe1375]

I saw trent story on the Pivot i cried bith times. 🙌🏾God is so good.

[@loiscraig9848]

Love it don't put a period in place of a comma, yes LL. Clearly a statement of forward moving n elevation.

[@veazie]

Great show!

[@cjb5000]

Trent sounds like a good dude, glad he ended up making it through!

[@slybady]

The Bristol Hotel still jam!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥 fire emojis 😂😂😂😂

[@CoreHibb]

💥🙏🏿💪🏿 Great stuff!!

[@feliciabaham5446]

I was just listening to Big Daddy Kane the other day...saying his bars are still 🔥

[@shamirspencer]

That any given sunday perspective is very true

[@sunnyskiez9123]

Never knew LL felt that way about 3Staxx....new found respect!! **Andre is my GOAT**

[@markpurdy-silva4092]

Love H I P H O P and keeping it LIVE! ATCQ forever and LL thank you guys! LFG and KRS-ONE new album it still shining it’s light! Let’s roll! AOI radio on Apple Music

[@Hotinri]

what a great episode

[@user-gl2pr4bf7e]

I would have never thought LL Cool J to be an introvert.I am a introvert as well.

[@jplaga763]

Ok cool J is raps father. Undeniable lol cool j is the most electrifying me of all time

[@mauricejones2076]

I still don’t see how he ain’t sue the team or the team doctor like that’s crazy

[@22221mm]

Your attitude determines your altitude.

[@shalenaporter18]

Interesting deep interview I love ❤️ it.

[@feet9100]

Great show everyone

[@JustUdoro]

MO!!!!!! LENA!!!!! LL!!!!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾❤️

[@wfgdaniel]

Snoop did a GOSPEL Album!!!

[@Thomas-mc8tm]

LL Cool J aka The G.O.A.T. 🎧🎤🔥💪🏾

[@misslucky5474]

LL said his last album was not impactful. He was correct; the sales weren't really there; however, I highly enjoy listening to that album TODAY!

[@DeepSound_Music]

Come on LL let 3 stacks do his thing! The album is great regardless of what you think or not. TBH 3 Stacks can say the same thing about you... Not the acting!

[@eyewatch2see77]

AGREED!!

[@kingarthur6173]

L.L. Cool Goat

[@cousinchris5851]

LL on Andre 3000 "I'M what the culture feeling" (Kendrick voice)🪈

[@melindamullins9272]

llcoolj is the very best

[@zyeirriddick817]

LL speaking straight man timing

[@cornelious36]

I didn’t know she did all that shit!! She’s dope!!!!

[@8grove]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 17:00

[@SignkidTV]

This is one of my favourite channels. Can you put the subtitle in English for deaf and hard-of-hearing people?

[@Andre.06.07]

I wanna see 50 cent on here man

[@eyewatch2see77]

he was on there before

[@Andre.06.07]

@@eyewatch2see77 no he wasn’t.

[@eyewatch2see77]

@@Andre.06.07 50 cent is usually on Lebron's Twitter feed ... maybe that's where we seen him

[@robertshizlom8046]

yo ll cool j keeps it 100 % yo lena keeps it coming

[@johnwilliams4325]

LL COOL J Is Stiil JIM!!!!

[@Queenofsole100]

Pentecostal churches have some of the best musicians EVER. A lot of your favorites are from the church. 💯

[@koyowens1397]

PROVERBS 16:27

[@watchyoutubeaccount1]

would love to see an Asian talent on here...People like Eddie Huang, Jeff Staples, or Bobby hundreds who can speak on the relationship between black and brown + Asian in the community and neighborhoods.

[@kickingame1836]

What’s the deciding factor in picking between promoting Grey Goose over Lobos? The check? Or do y’all prefer vodka over tequila, in this setting?

[@alistairdelacour6104]

Don't put a period where there's a comma in your life was a bar

[@eyewatch2see77]

👍THE SHOP the panel of guest are VERY "open minded" *(this episode was enlightening)*

[@Quandryification]

LL is hilariously out of line and I agree!

[@tix941]

Don't put a period where there's a comma is deep

[@jihadel-amin]

Facts! And he is the person in room who has done it.

[@Proks7]

I just wanna find the instrumental that’s the opening song

[@eyewatch2see77]

speaking of THEME songs at the opening of THE SHOP .. *(they really do feature the BEST opening songs)* >there was 1 season that featured a Drake song .. "and" >there was 1 season that featured a Kendrick Lamar song .. (that's WHY we're NOT fond of their tit-for-tat battle)

[@Ryk0411]

39 minutes in... WHERE IS MR. SWIMS

[@jenniferwagner9144]

When are y'all having Jurgen Klopp on here? Ijs...ynwa

[@retroesso]

I forgot LL is a actor I almost told him to shut up talking bout acting

[@mrtcolumbus3310]

@50:43

[@mrtcolumbus3310]

@54:17