We're All Just Trying to Figure This Out
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Justin and Steven dive into a wide-ranging conversation about representation, accountability, and the evolving nature of sports and relationships. They explore their weekend stories, including Justin's interview preparation and Steven's experience creating custom cologne.
• Target boycott and DEI initiatives, including the removal of Black-specific programs
• LeBron James confronting Stephen A. Smith over criticisms of his son Bronny
• How basketball has transformed from a street game to a sport requiring expensive resources
• NYPD officer appearing in a music video on a stripper pole while earning $100K+ salary
• DDG's public struggles to see his son and the challenges of co-parenting after breakups
• Tory Lanez releasing a prison album with surprisingly good production quality
• Southern University hazing death and the unnecessary dangers of fraternity initiations
• Debate about whether difficult shared experiences create deeper bonds than community service
We'll be back next week with more cultural conversations and insights on the topics that matter.
Chapters
1. Episode Introduction & Weekend Updates (00:00:00)
2. Target Boycott & DEI Discussions (00:09:37)
3. LeBron James Confronts Stephen A. Smith (00:25:10)
4. The Changing Nature of Basketball (00:32:24)
5. The NYPD Officer in a Music Video (00:41:45)
6. DDG's Struggle to See His Son (00:46:13)
7. Tory Lanez's Prison Album & Legal Situation (00:59:58)
8. Southern University Hazing Death (01:08:12)
9. The Purpose of Fraternity Bonds (01:14:30)
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