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From Chiraq to The Chi, Cortez Smith Made It To Hollywood But Stayed True to Chicago | The Lou Young Show: Episode 12 | Jul 21, 2024

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After moving to Hollywood to pursue his big-screen dreams, Cortez Smith's acting journey led him right back to the city that birthed him, Chicago. A one-time cameo in Spike Lee's Chiraq changed his life forever. Now, Cortez can be seen as a series regular on The Chi. We sit down with Cortez for a REAL conversation on adversity, being a girl-dad, Hollywood life, working with some of the greatest actors and actresses of all time, and much more. Tap into this can't miss episode as Lou and Cortez keep it 100 on all things.

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B. Lynn Is Done Being Toxic, Saving Cheating Receipts For Later, and Her Crazy DM Offers: B. Lynn | The Lou Young Show Ep: 11 | Jul 11, 2024

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Back AGAIN with the girl B. Lynn! In this episode, B. Lynn sets the record straight on what kind of man she needs after the hundreds of candidates flooding her DM's as of late. TLYS listeners have all shot their shot in her inbox but she makes it clear that the bare minimum is UNACCEPTABLE. She shares stories of being toxic in her past relationships and why she is no longer provoking that type of behavior in her new phase of partnerships. B. Lynn and Lou each tell some hilarious cheating stories and also recount their one-of-a-kind experience partying in Hollywood during this year's BET weekend. And you know they couldn't go without making another HILARIOUS skit, this time as Unc Shay Shay and Megan THEE Stallion.

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Cooking With The Shift Leader, Druski Being a Real One, And Coming Up With 85 South with Navv Greene | The Lou Young Show Ep: 10 | Jul 04, 2024

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Whether it's the internet, movie screen, television, or stage, Navv Greene has made his mark in them all. Starting as a regular high school student, it was a day of skipping class to be on MTV's 'Yo Momma' that changed his life forever. From linking up with DC Young Fly in the early days to bonding with Druski and forming an elite comedic friendship, Navv continues to shine and his light is only getting brighter as the spotlights continue to come on. As an Atlanta native, we couldn't let him go without getting down to the specifics of the culture and the way of the landscape of the city. Listen in as Navv details his comedic rise from Atlanta to Hollywood.

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Legal Advice From 50 Cent, Getting Snitched On, and Sleeping With Little League Football Moms with Bubba Dub | The Lou Young Show Ep: 9 | Jun 27, 2024

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In Alto, Texas there are about 800 residents and the one that made it out into Hollywood goes by the name of Bubba Dub. Dub has become a household name over the past 5 years putting in work on the stage as a standup comedian and on the screen as a popular sports analyst. Although his takes may not sit well with professional athletes, his coined phrase "TRASH" has become a staple in the sports world. With his recent success in sports media and comedy touring, we sat down with Dub to get a little in-depth to his story and some hilarious takes on his everyday life from coaching little league football, being a father, and the kinds of women he prefers. You won't want to miss this hilarious episode filled with motivation to go out and achieve your dreams no matter how unrealistic it is in other's eyes.

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Lou Predicts Tank KO in Round 8, The Wire Inspired by Coach Calvin, Meeting Tank at 7 Years Old, DC vs Baltimore: Calvin Ford and Leonard Ellerbe | The Lou Young Show Ep: 8 | Jun 20, 2024

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"If he knock him out in 8, we can't be late!" All weekend Lou predicted Tank's win in exact fashion vs Detroit's Frank Martin in his return to the ring after 14 months. Although no one was surprised, Tank looked the best he had ever looked in his 8-round defeat and The Lou Young Show was there to capture the entire weekend, from the press conference until the big showdown. We caught up with two legendary guys from Tank's team including trainer Calvin Ford and super promoter and boxing extraordinaire Leonard Ellerbe. Calvin talks about meeting Tank at 7 years old and seeing his drive and determination at an early age, making him who he is today. Leonard also praised Tank's excellence while detailing Tank coming up under Floyd and meeting him as a teenager before he became the Money Mayweather we know today.

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B. Lynn Shoots Her Shot at Druski, Never Been Flown Out, Bringing Back 90's Love: B. Lynn returns to the show | The Lou Young Show Ep: 7 | Father's Day Special Jun 13, 2024

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Back again with B. Lynn! For this episode, B. Lynn returns to let some things off her chest and clear the air on all the chatter. After some disappointing news on Druski's relationship with Rubi Rose, B. Lynn reminisces on not shooting her shot at him when she had the opportunity. Still, she's here to let it be known she's ready whenever he is. She and Lou share stories of having sugar mamas, and sugar daddies, and debate whether to get married in this generation. The two also clear the air on them being siblings and dive into their respective experiences with fatherhood.

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Terrence Crawford’s Greatness, Controversial Loss to Errol Spence, Ryan Garcia Failed Drug Test: Shawn Porter left it all in the ring | The Lou Young Show Ep: 6 Jun 06, 2024

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There’s very few in the sport of boxing who can say they went toe to toe with the best of them and have the facts to prove it. Cleveland’s own Showtime Shawn Porter is one of those few. A former Golden Gloves champion and two-time welterweight world champion, Shawn left it all in the ring. Many believe Shawn had much left in the tank before he hung up his gloves for good, but he bet on himself and found life after boxing to be just as successful as his professional career. Listen to Shawn speak on fighting the greats like Terrence Crawford, trusting his father’s guidance in his corner, early Gervonta Davis, the truth about profiting on fights, and much more.

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Blowing $250k before the NFL Draft, Drake Beef, Leaving I Am Athlete for The Pivot and Standup Comedy: Channing Crowder has been pivoting his whole career | The Lou Young Show Podcast Ep: 5 May 30, 2024

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Life after professional sports can sometimes be a journey, and Channing Crowder has laid it out for the world to see. The retired NFL linebacker has put his post-football career on display and hasn't looked back since hanging up his cleats. From I Am Athlete to Emmy-nominated series The Pivot, Channing has reaped the benefits of taking a leap of faith and believing in himself. He also is no stranger to blowing money fast as he details how Jeezy's Trap or Die had him blowing $250k before he even became an NFL player. Channing also details his start as a standup comedian and how Desi Banks encouraged him to transition onto the stage.

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Dancing With Usher, Welcoming Caitlin Clark, 2X WNBA Champion, and Life Outside the League: Sydney Colson remains humble through it all | The Lou Young Show Podcast Ep: 4 May 23, 2024

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There are few who win at every level of life, whether professionally or personally, yet Sydney Colson seems to excel in every aspect. From a star recruit in Houston, Texas Sydney began her basketball legacy as a Women's National Champion at Texas A&M University before becoming a 2X WNBA Champion with the Las Vegas Aces. In between ups and downs in her professional journey, Sydney found joy through social media and entertainment, leading her to share stages with legendary acts like Usher and Anita Baker. Now, her journey outside the court is just beginning, Tune in for a humbling conversation featuring an H-Town legend.

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Women Date Up, Men Date Down, Co-Parenting 8 kids, Children and Religion Before Anything: Cam Newton keeps it way too real | The Lou Young Show Podcast Ep: 3 May 16, 2024

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From a #1 pick in the 2011 NFL Draft to one of today's most influential figures, former NFL MVP and two-time BCS National Champion Cam Newton sits down for what may be his most candid conversation thus far. Cam doesn't shy away from his public perception and offers an in-depth view into his world of family and ethics that keep him grounded daily. He praises his special connection with his father, teammates, and his blended family of 8 children and their mothers. Tune into this one-of-a-kind episode for a personal testimony from the most decorated man to ever grace the gridiron.

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