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The Road to Victory W/ Sinqua Walls | The Underground Lounge S4 E.16 Sep 23, 2026

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Actor and former Division I basketball player Sinqua Walls joins The Underground Lounge for a wide-ranging conversation about basketball, acting, discipline, and his journey through Hollywood.

Sinqua talks about growing up playing basketball in Los Angeles, competing at the Division I level, and how his athlete mentality shaped the way he approaches acting. He opens up about his early auditions, booking roles on Friday Night Lights, Grey’s Anatomy and other projects, and the work ethic that helped him build a career in television and film.

The conversation also dives into White Men Can’t Jump, including working alongside Jack Harlow and preparing for the basketball scenes, as well as Sinqua’s experience portraying Don Cornelius in American Soul and the responsibility that came with playing such an important figure in Black television history. He also shares stories from his time working on Power, Fight Night and other major projects.

This is Sinqua Walls beyond the roles, the athlete, actor, competitor and storyteller behind the career.

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AFTER HOURS: The Best Therapist Come From The Hood Pt.1 W/ Dr. Christopher Johnson | The Underground Lounge Sep 21, 2026

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After Hours gets deep with therapist, author, and neuroscientist Christopher Johnson for an unfiltered conversation about the experiences that shape who we become and how those experiences follow us into adulthood.

Christopher breaks down how childhood experiences, heartbreak, rejection, bullying, abandonment, and other formative moments can create the emotional foundation we carry into relationships. The conversation explores insecurity, trust, male and female friendships, dating, vulnerability, and why people often respond to situations based on what they've experienced in the past rather than what is actually happening in the present.

The conversation also takes a deeper look at masculinity and emotional expression, including why anger can feel easier for men to express than sadness, why vulnerability is often misunderstood as weakness, and how learning to manage your emotions can change the way you move through life. Christopher shares his own journey into therapy and neuroscience, what led him to become an author, and why he believes therapy isn't simply about fixing what's wrong with you — it's also about understanding yourself, growing, and learning how to use what you've been through as part of your story.

Part 1 goes beneath the surface on relationships, mental health, emotional growth, and the things we don't always realize are influencing the way we think, love, communicate, and react.

Part 2 is available now exclusively on Patreon.

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From The Court To The Clipboard W/ Jarrett Jack | The Underground Lounge S4 E.15 Sep 17, 2026

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Former NBA point guard Jarrett Jack joins Lou and Spank in the Underground Lounge for a conversation about life after basketball, making the transition from player to coach, and what it really takes to succeed on the other side of the game.

Jack opens up about the challenges of walking away from a career that defined his entire adult life and how an opportunity introduced him to a new passion for coaching. He also breaks down what he learned from watching different coaches, why simply having NBA experience isn't enough to become a great coach, and the importance of learning the details of the game.

The conversation gets into coaching young NBA players, building relationships inside the locker room, earning respect from players, setting boundaries, film-room culture, and the difference between coaching through experience and actually understanding how to teach the game.

And of course, it wouldn't be the Lounge without the stories. Jack reflects on his NBA journey, playing for seven teams, his experiences as a veteran, and his early relationship with Draymond Green before the conversation takes plenty of unexpected turns.

AFTER HOURS: Timeless By Design W/ Jon B | The Underground Lounge Sep 13, 2026

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R&B legend Jon B joins After Hours for an in-depth conversation about more than 30 years in music, the evolution of R&B, and the legacy he continues to build. He talks about his new album Waiting on You, working with legends like Michael Jackson, Luther Vandross and Babyface, collaborating with Nas, being sampled by Drake and The Weeknd, and what makes music truly timeless.

Jon B also opens up about relationships, touring, the impact of AI on music, authenticity, and the advice he has for the next generation of R&B artists trying to build a lasting career.

The conversation also gets personal as Jon B discusses his roots in Altadena and his commitment to helping his community following the Eaton fires. He shares details about his benefit event supporting fire victims through Green Line, a housing initiative helping people affected by the fires, and why giving back to the community that helped shape him is so important.

A wide-ranging conversation about R&B, music history, relationships, legacy, authenticity, and community with one of the genre’s most respected voices.

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The Drop: New Levels W/ Gail Bean | The Underground Lounge S4 E.14 Sep 09, 2026

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In this Episode Gail Bean sits down with Lou and Spank for an unfiltered conversation about her journey from chasing opportunities in Hollywood to landing major roles in some of television’s biggest shows.

Gail opens up about her experience on Snowfall, her desire to work with the late John Singleton, and the moments that helped shape her career. She also breaks down The Drop, the highly anticipated series set in the 1990s, and explains why fans shouldn’t expect it to simply be another version of Snowfall.

The conversation also covers P-Valley, Power, The Wire, working as a Black actress in Hollywood, memorable moments on set, and the realities of building a career in the entertainment industry.

From hilarious stories to honest career reflections, Gail Bean lets her personality come all the way out. and shares the ambition that continues to drive her career.

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AFTER HOURS: 3 Girls 1 Spank | The Underground Lounge Sep 06, 2026

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After Hours is back with Holly & Spank, and they are joined by 2 of Holly's friends, Sophia & Tierra for an unfiltered conversation about dating, relationships, sex, marriage, cheating, social media and everything in between.

The conversation gets into why men “spin the block,” whether liking someone’s Instagram pictures is considered flirting, dating younger or older, age gaps in relationships, red flags, relationship boundaries, cheating, and what actually makes someone worth committing to.

Spank also opens up about what he’s learned from love, why living together before marriage matters, his approach to dating, acts of service, and what makes him decide to take a relationship to the next level.

And because this is After Hours, the conversation definitely goes places it wouldn't on the regular show, including threesomes, sexual fantasies, dating multiple people, the Passport Bros debate, traveling to Colombia, Amsterdam's Red Light District, and some brutally honest opinions about modern dating.

Plus, Holly puts Spank on the spot with questions about his biggest red flags, dating younger women, marriage, cheating and what men really want in relationships.

Part 2 continues exclusively on Patreon.

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Built To Break Barriers W/ Claressa Shields | The Underground Lounge S4 E.13 Sep 02, 2026

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Two-time Olympic gold medalist and championship boxer Claressa Shields sits down with Lou Williams and Spank Horton for an unfiltered conversation about boxing, legacy, confidence, womanhood, and life outside the ring.

Claressa opens up about her latest victory, becoming a 21-time world champion, building her legacy in women’s boxing, and why she believes her accomplishments speak for themselves. She also gets candid about the business of boxing, why some of the biggest fights never happen, fighters being afraid to take risks, and the challenges of being one of the sport’s most dominant stars.

The conversation goes beyond boxing as Claressa talks about being recognized as both a fighter and a woman, embracing her femininity and beauty while maintaining the mindset that made her one of the best boxers in the world. She also discusses sparring with men, her confidence inside the ring, her love of music and her journey into rap, giving back to her hometown of Flint, Michigan, and much more.

Plus, Claressa takes on questions from the crew and gets put on the spot in the Lounge.

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AFTER HOURS: You Live And You Learn | The Underground Lounge Aug 30, 2026

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In this episode of After Hours, Holly, Lou, and Spanl get into a wide-ranging conversation about relationships, communication, respect, boundaries, and what it really means to consider your partner when making decisions. The crew revisits the viral-style hypothetical: If someone offered your significant other 200 acres of land, should they accept it without consulting you? What starts as a simple question turns into a much deeper conversation about power, insecurity, trust, independence, and respect in a relationship.

Lou also opens up about approaching 40 years old and the changes he wants to make in his life, including working on how he communicates, changing his relationship with drinking and smoking, and breaking habits that have become part of his routine. He talks about traveling, why he doesn't enjoy flying, and why he's focused on changing his mindset one day at a time.

The conversation gets even more candid as the crew debates dating standards, relationships, financial independence, accepting gifts from other people, and whether a partner's opinion should factor into major decisions. Plus, the crew gets into some hilarious and unexpected conversations before wrapping up with talk about comedy, performing, and what's next for the Underground Lounge family.

This is Underground Lounge After Hours, raw conversations, real opinions, and absolutely no shortage of arguments.

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Leading A Legacy W/ Blacc Sam & Bino Rideaux | The Underground Lounge S4 E.12 Aug 26, 2026

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Black Sam and Bino Rideaux pull up to The Underground Lounge for an in-depth conversation about Prolific, the long-awaited collaborative project between Bino Rideaux and Nipsey Hussle.

Black Sam opens up about the emotional process of finally releasing music Nipsey was proud of, why the team chose to preserve the project’s original vision, and what it took to get everyone behind bringing the album to the world. Bino takes us inside the studio sessions with Nipsey, explains how their chemistry developed naturally, and shares how the two artists locked in creatively while building the sound of the project.

The conversation also explores Bino’s musical influences, the importance of originality in hip-hop, the evolution of West Coast music, and how he plans to continue carrying the same integrity and mission throughout his career. Black Sam discusses stepping from behind the scenes into the public eye, the responsibility of protecting Nipsey Hussle’s legacy, and why the Marathon brand will never be compromised for a dollar amount.

Plus, the guys talk Marathon Burger, the future of Marathon Films, the Nipsey Hussle documentary currently in development, future movie projects inspired by real-life experiences, Bino’s performance at The Pop Out, the Lakers, and plenty more.

Tap in with Bino Rideaux and Black Sam for a conversation about music, brotherhood, legacy, creativity, and continuing the mission the right way.

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AFTER HOURS: Hits, History & Honesty W/ Donell Jones | The Underground Lounge Aug 23, 2026

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R&B legend Donell Jones pulls up to The Underground Lounge After Hours, fresh off his highly anticipated Verzuz battle with Joe. Donell breaks down how the matchup came together, the mutual respect between the two R&B stars, preparing his catalog for the stage, and his reaction to the memes and conversations that followed the event. He also shares his thoughts on the evolution of R&B music, social media, and what made the late ’90s and early 2000s era so special.

Donell takes us behind one of his biggest records, “Where I Wanna Be,” revealing the real-life relationship experiences that inspired the song and explaining how personal moments have shaped his songwriting throughout his career. He also talks about his journey from Chicago to signing with LaFace Records, being part of an era alongside some of music’s biggest names, and the path that led to his breakthrough as both an artist and songwriter.

From writing for Usher and 702 to sharing stories about Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes, Big Pun, Babyface, and more, Donell Jones gives fans a rare look inside the creation of some of the music that helped define an era.

This episode is packed with R&B history, Verzuz stories, classic music, behind-the-scenes industry moments, relationship talk, laughs, and plenty of stories you probably haven’t heard before.

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