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What up doe, I’m Jalen Rose, a 13-year NBA veteran, best-selling author, philanthropist and TV personality. I’ve partnered with The New York Post and we’re excited to bring you the Jalen Rose: Renaissance Man Podcast. Each week we’re discussing the latest trends in culture, fashion, entertainment, travel, food & wine, technology and more. And some familiar celebrity faces will stop by to chop it up about their latest projects and to answer questions you’ve been dying to know. Nothing is off- ...
Podcast hosts and New York Times-best-selling authors Khadeen and Devale Ellis join the podcast to talk to Jalen about the music that became the soundtrack to their love, how they picked up the pieces after Devale was cut from the NFL and the essential relationship truth, which is the basis of their new book "We Over Me," that got them through pare…
Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award-winning actor, singer, director and style icon Billy Porter joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about his undying admiration for Rihanna, how he feels about his boundary-pushing Christian Siriano gown he wore to the 2019 Oscars and why he’s decided to go on his very first national concert tour, which is titled The Black M…
Stand-up comedian and "The Daily Show" writer Josh Johnson joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about which comedy greats influenced his humor, what has to happen for someone to call themselves a New Yorker and how he came up with the idea for his new special, “Up Here Killing Myself.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
Renowned actor, producer, director and star of "The Game" Hosea Chanchez joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about how he went from homeless to Hollywood, why he thinks it’s important for Black men to have the courage to be vulnerable and how a day when he went to get a haircut changed the course of his entire life. Learn more about your ad choices.…
"Game Theory" host and sports commentator Bomani Jones joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about who his sports idols were growing up, how he made his transition from economics to sports media, and what REALLY went down behind the scenes of his viral Jake Paul interview. Check out Jalen's appearance on season 1 of "Game Theory" here Learn more about…
Academy award-winning actress and comedian Mo'Nique joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about how she looks back on her breakout role on the classic TV show "The Parkers," her thoughts on finding peace with director Lee Daniels after their years-long feud and why her new Netflix comedy special is the most honest she's ever been. Learn more about you…
Legendary rapper and songwriter Papoose joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about his new position as head of hip-hop at TuneCore, how he earned the respect of the late great DJ Kay Slay and he even came out of retirement for a moment and honored us with a freestyle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
Former basketball player and Jalen's teammate Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about when he fell in love with basketball, the impact that growing up in poverty had on his life and what it's like navigating his Tourette Syndrome, which went misdiagnosed for years. "Stand," the new documentary about Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf's career a…
Rap legend, actor, entrepreneur, podcast host and philanthropist Tip "T.I." Harris joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about when he knew he could make it big in rapping, what it was like filming Deon Taylor-directed horror movie "Fear," and his thoughts on the origin of trap music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
NBC Sports broadcaster, former ESPN analyst and "Football Night in America" host Maria Taylor joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about her family's deep connection to the University of Georgia, how she sees her infamous Nick Saban interaction as one of her top five interviews, and what she's ordering when she hits up the Waffle House. Learn mo…
Two-time Emmy-nominated actress, vegan chef, author, and social media personality Tabitha Brown joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about paying attention to the things we eat every day, her days as an Uber driver before the viral moment that made her career and the moment she realized being herself was always going to be enough. Great news: Ou…
Grammy-winning hip-hop artist, producer, songwriter, author, DJ, and CEO of So So Def Jermaine Dupri joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about hip-hop turning 50 years old in 2023, how he feels about the recent violence in the rap community and his upcoming Verzuz battle concert with none-other-than Diddy himself. Learn more about your ad choic…
This week, we're revisiting a conversation Jalen had with culinary master and restaurateur David Chang, who talks about his hit Netflix show "Ugly Delicious", how the pandemic has affected the restaurant industry, being a food snob and the unique magic of New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
Detroit Lions quarterback and philanthropist Jared Goff joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about what it's like to be on the sidelines watching his defense's recent plays, how his offseason was impacted by the Rams winning the Super Bowl and how he feels about Jalen's nickname for him: JARED MONTANA. The Renaissance Man's Magic Johnson episode…
Two-time Grammy-winning singer, actress and "A Miracle Before Christmas" star LeToya Luckett joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about her favorite tour while she was a member of Destiny’s Child, her top five albums of all time and why she felt it was important to share her life as a single mom with her audiences online. The Renaissance Man's M…
Former Miss Michigan, TV personality and "Big Brother" Season 24 winner Taylor Hale joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about her upbringing in the 313, making history as the first Black woman to win the long-running CBS reality show and how her goals - on reality TV and in life - have become bigger than herself. Learn more about your ad choice…
Rap icon and actress MC Lyte joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about breaking into the male-dominated hip-hop industry, her thoughts on the intersection of fashion and music and why she considers her ALLBLK TV series “Partners in Rhyme” one of the great TV shows depicting rap culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…
This week, we're revisiting a conversation Jalen had with Tony Award-winning actor and comedian David Alan Grier, who talks about growing up in Detroit, being friends with Aretha Franklin, and black squirrels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesDi New York Post
Former ESPN co-anchor, journalist for The Atlantic and author Jemele Hill joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about navigating the media world as a Black woman, how she spent her days as a child in Detroit and what she hopes readers take away from her new memoir, "Uphill." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
Acclaimed actor, rapper, producer and author Omar Epps joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about getting his breakout role as a teenager alongside Tupac in "Juice," the moment he fell in love with rapping and the origin of his new Afrofuturist novel "Nubia: The Awakening." Check out Omar's next book signing taking place on Sunday, November 13: …
Comedian, actor and radio personality Earthquake joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about his early go-go days in DC, his feelings about the passing of beloved comic David A. Arnold and why his decades-long relationship with stand-up comedy reminds him of "being in a relationship with a Black woman." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…
Grammy-nominated rapper, songwriter and hip-hop great Rapsody joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about the sacrifices she made early in her career, her favorite bar she wrote for the Paramount+ film "On the Come Up" and how she stays true to her voice in an industry that can often play to the masses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…
"Living Single" and "Finding Happy" star Kim Coles joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about the TV shows that influenced her comedy, the challenges she faced as a young female comic in the late ‘80s and the cultural impact of "Living Single" after 29 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
"Save the Last Dance" and "Reasonable Doubt" star Sean Patrick Thomas joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about challenges he overcame as a young actor, what it’s like still being a 90s teen heart-throb today and how it felt reuniting with his former co-star Kerry Washington for their latest Hulu project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
Award-winning actress, singer and director Tichina Arnold joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about growing up in Queens as a latchkey kid, overcoming her fears of getting behind the camera and what it was like in the early days of filming the iconic sitcom, "Martin." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
Broadway star, "Pose" actress and transgender rights activist Angelica Ross joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about navigating her identity while growing up in the Midwest, the importance of therapy in her life and what it's been like becoming the first openly trans woman to star on Broadway. (TW: suicide) Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…
Legendary rapper, actor, and entrepreneur Ja Rule joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about the beginnings of Murder Inc, the importance of giving back to HBCUs and what it's like hosting Big Daddy Kane for his concert series on the app ICONN LIVE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
Actor, entrepreneur, and podcast host Jerry Ferrara joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about growing up a Brooklyn boy, how he's navigated his career post-"Entourage," and who would be a dream guest for his new BetMGM podcast, "Unleashed." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
It's the 100th episode of the Renaissance Man podcast! Jalen looks back on nearly two years of guest interviews and shares a few of his favorite clips from conversations with his friends, mentors and heroes in everything from sports to entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
Stand-up comedy veteran, sitcom writer, producer and showrunner David A. Arnold joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about telling his personal life stories on his Netflix specials, how much work it really takes to become a successful comic, and what it’s been like reinventing his body of work on social media. Learn more about your ad choices. V…
"Power" actor, singer, songwriter and entrepreneur Rotimi joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about his Nigerian upbringing in Maplewood, New Jersey, what he learned from superstar mentors Jay Z and Jamie Foxx and how he takes nothing for granted in his career and his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
Award-winning actor, watchmaker, and executive producer Aldis Hodge joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about navigating the entertainment industry since he was a child, what it was like working with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson on their upcoming movie “Black Adam,” and how important it is to represent Black culture intentionally to the world. Lea…
Comedian Jo Koy joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about his new film “Easter Sunday,” how fatherhood changed his approach to comedy, and the way bombing on stage early in his career made him a better performer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesDi New York Post
Three-time Grammy award-winning producer, recording artist and songwriter Hit-Boy, joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about his childhood in southern California, the sacrifices he makes to be successful at his craft, and what it was like collaborating with musical greats like Nas, Jay-Z, Big Sean and the late Nipsey Hussle. Learn more about yo…
Fashion design legend and style icon Dapper Dan joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about growing up during Harlem's heyday, the origin of his "Logomania" movement and how decades into his career, he continues to honor Black culture as a designer and changemaker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
"Abbott Elementary" star, Broadway legend and Emmy-nominated actress Sheryl Lee Ralph joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about the importance of teachers, the obstacles she faced early in her career and her thoughts on everything from Motown to the state of America today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
Master well-being educator, healer, and entrepreneur Devi Brown joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about when she realized that healing and wellness education was her calling, how she's creating a soft space for growth through her podcast "Dropping Gems," and where to begin if you've decided it's time to go on a healing journey. Learn more abo…
Austin real estate mogul and Rastegar Property Company CEO, Ari Rastegar joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about how he started his early professional life making fast food, how he turned $3,000 into a real estate empire, and why he decided to share his biggest business flops in his new book, "The Gift of Failure." "The Gift of Failure" is du…
Two-time MVP, Milwaukee Bucks forward and NBA superstar, Giannis Antetokounmpo joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about his family's journey from Nigeria to Greece, his thoughts on the 2022 NBA Finals, and "Rise," the new Disney film based on his life story. Plus, Jalen discusses why greatness is within your reach, even if the odds are stacked…
Grammy Award-winning R&B hitmaker, iconic songwriter and actor Ne-Yo joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about how his new single "Don't Love Me," was inspired by his own relationship struggles, what it was like growing up in a household full of female family members, and why his love for the city of Atlanta endures. Plus, Jalen discusses how b…
Pro Football Hall of Famer, former Detroit Lions wide receiver and cannabis entrepreneur Calvin Johnson joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about the lessons he learned growing up in Newnan, Georgia, what it was like when he was first drafted to the Lions, and his thoughts on everything from the boom in wide receiver salaries to the Aaron Rodge…
Fashion designer, businesswoman and Beyoncé and Solange's mother, Tina Knowles-Lawson joins the podcast to talk to Jalen Rose about raising children who would eventually become musical icons, how her love for clothing design began with Destiny's Child, and the lessons her own mother taught her about giving back. Plus, Jalen discusses why it's impor…
Award-winning host, lawyer and commentator Angela Rye talks to Jalen about growing up in Seattle, doing her part to preserve Black history and using her voice to elevate much-needed conversations about the state of America. Plus, Jalen shares thoughts about why establishing the foundation of your character should be a priority. Learn more about you…
Actor Jay Ellis stops by the podcast to talk about auditioning for Insecure, the "Lawrence Hive" and working with Tom Cruise. Plus, Jalen explains the importance of looking forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesDi New York Post
In this episode legendary film and TV producer Jerry Bruckheimer talks to Jalen about growing up in Detroit, working with Tom Cruise and which 80's film he plans to reboot. Plus, Jalen discusses his feelings on making calculated risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesDi New York Post
Comedian Haha Davis chats with Jalen about his big dreams, life as a stand up comic and surpassing social media stardom. Plus, Jalen explains the importance of putting yourself out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesDi New York Post
Rapper Fat Joe stops by the podcast to talk to Jalen about his time at the White House, partying with Diddy in Miami, and the one piece of advice he would give to up and coming rappers. Plus, Jalen Rose highlights the importance of asking for what you deserve. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choic…
In this episode Jalen talks to power couple DJ Envy & Gia Casey about how they handle living their life in the public eye, outside judgement, and juggling their six children. Plus, Jalen explains the importance of teamwork. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
Legendary entertainer Wayne Brady stops by to talk to Jalen about mental health in Hollywood, the "Nice Guy" trope, and the line you cannot cross in comedy. Plus, Jalen explains the importance of viewing people with an updated lens. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…
In this episode NBA champion and Dancing With The Stars champion Iman Shumpert talks to Jalen about fatherhood, playing alongside LeBron James, and the importance of family. Plus, Jalen shares his pride and joy in seeing his daughter follow in his footsteps. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices…
