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.
(0:00) - Intro
(2:14) - Lena Waithe on her writing process
(5:10) - Trent Williams on listening for plays, breaking the huddle,
(8:56) - Lena, Mo Gilligan, & LL COOL J on keeping from becoming complacent
(12:37) - LL on evolving with the time and new music
(17:08) - LL on staying interested in the art of music and getting his credit in the game
(20:01) - Mo on his writing process
(21:08) - Mav, LL, Lena on being influenced by others
(23:24) - Lena on growing as an artist
(24:49) - LL and Lena on Andre’s flute album
(27:45) - Lena on The Chi’s legacy
(31:49) - Trent on his cancer scare
(48:40) - Lena on her cannabis brand
(49:44) - Mo on his experience with audience jokes
(54:38) - Teddy Swims on doing what feels right creatively
(56:27) - Teddy & Mo on being discover through social media
(59:24) - Mo & Teddy talk about touring
(1:01:19) - Teddy on his teacher inspiring him to do music

[@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

[@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.

[@kennethtucker90]

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

[@KD_SWAGGER]

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

[@crespoarts]

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

[@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

[@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

[@Reyn71]

Gwaan Mo, yuh reach 👏🏾👏🏾💪🏿💪🏿👊🏿👊🏿

[@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…….🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽

[@JynxFreeman]

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

[@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

[@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

[@nateladson4854]

LL was dropping jewels!!!

[@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

[@markpurdy-silva4092]

The freestyle he gave was legendary… Jesus

[@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.

[@dondeestalaleche1691]

LL speakin truth and power!!! Righteous fury🤝

[@jacalynjohnson4656]

LL is that guy!

[@LegacyLondon]

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

[@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!!🔥🔥❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽👊🏽✌🏽✌🏽😎🥰

[@foodbytheword6262]

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

[@ChecktheScreen]

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

[@babatundecomedian]

Yes MO!!!! 🙌🏾🎉

[@shamarjones8178]

DAMN SHE DID QUEEN AND SLIM 😳🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@user-qt3kx6yv3v]

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

[@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.

[@damayoclinic]

Spit That, LL Cool J!

[@user-gm2rd2ng6q]

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

[@koyowens1397]

THE BLESSING IS WAKING UP EVERYDAY

[@ReResAllsorts]

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

[@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!

[@user-ww1fu3bi9u]

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

[@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

[@MyssNitaB]

Great episode!

[@byshagi]

what a beautiful epi- blessings to you Trent

[@riverrun5964]

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

[@kevinjett1120]

Great show, great guests. Love the content!

[@superwomanisflywonderwoman9116]

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

[@Bridget2460]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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 🐐

[@veazie]

Great show!

[@feet9100]

Great show everyone

[@Hotinri]

what a great episode

[@shamarjones8178]

Trent Williams 🙏🏽🗣️

[@CoreHibb]

💥🙏🏿💪🏿 Great stuff!!

[@dawnlowe1375]

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

[@tjtutora5705]

Interesting shop talk peace and blessings to you 🙏 all

[@hicksa1]

Dammmm LL Cool J is so handsome!

[@shamirspencer]

That any given sunday perspective is very true

[@shalenaporter18]

Interesting deep interview I love ❤️ it.

[@YoungArtistSpike]

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

[@ChefBlueMagic]

Andre 3000 with the flute is MJ with Baseball lol

[@slybady]

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

[@loiscraig9848]

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

[@sunnyskiez9123]

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

[@user-uu2fb7cd2z]

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

[@cjb5000]

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

[@feliciabaham5446]

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

[@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

[@jplaga763]

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

[@user-gl2pr4bf7e]

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

[@22221mm]

Your attitude determines your altitude.

[@JustUdoro]

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

[@mauricejones2076]

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

[@SignkidTV]

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

[@zyeirriddick817]

LL speaking straight man timing

[@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!

[@melindamullins9272]

llcoolj is the very best

[@Thomas-mc8tm]

LL Cool J aka The G.O.A.T. 🎧🎤🔥💪🏾

[@wfgdaniel]

Snoop did a GOSPEL Album!!!

[@cornelious36]

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

[@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

[@robertshizlom8046]

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

[@johnwilliams4325]

LL COOL J Is Stiil JIM!!!!

[@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

[@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.

[@Queenofsole100]

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

[@alistairdelacour6104]

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

[@8grove]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 17:00

[@eyewatch2see77]

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

[@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)

[@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?

[@mauricejones2076]

Ya drop uh episode every 2 months

[@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.

[@koyowens1397]

PROVERBS 16:27

[@Ryk0411]

39 minutes in... WHERE IS MR. SWIMS

[@Quandryification]

LL is hilariously out of line and I agree!

[@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

[@jessicaibada5728]

You like the album, what's your favourite song? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣