The Shop
"Sports. Music. Culture. In the shop, you can't lie."
A one-of-a-kind barbershop experience with unfiltered conversation and debate from the biggest names in sports and entertainment.
Season 8
Season 8 of the Shop featuring guest talent such as Fred Warner, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Hannah Hidalgo, Jordan Howlett and More! Stay connected with #TheShop: Instagram
1. Jordan Howlett, Fred Warner, Hannah Hidalgo & Utkarsh Ambudkar on the Pursuit of Happiness
0.0Jul 31, 2025 · 65 minWe’re back like we never left. Jordan Howlett, Fred Warner, Hannah Hidalgo, and Utkarsh Ambudkar pulled up to The Shop and sat down with hosts Paul Rivera and Maverick Carter to discuss upbringings, mastering their crafts, adversity, staying motivated, and more.
2. Offset, Flau’jae Johnson, JID & Matt Friend Debate Internet Virality and Cancel Culture
0.0Aug 14, 2025 · 72 minThe music and entertainment industry has shifted in 2025. Offset, Flaujae Johnson, JID and Matt Friend pulled up to The Shop and sat down with hosts Paul Rivera and Maverick Carter to discuss the evolving music landscape, why virality doesn’t equal success, cancel culture and more.
3. Joey Bada$$ Claressa Shields, Muni Long & Atsuka Okatsuka Discuss Manifestation & Beauty Standards
0.0Aug 28, 2025 · 60 minConfidence is contagious. Joey Bada$$, Claressa Shields, Muni Long and Atsuko Okatsuka pulled up to The Shop and sat down with hosts Paul Rivera and Maverick Carter to discuss mastering their crafts, shattering society’s expectations, why self-belief is important and more.
4. Gelo, Karen Pittman, Noel Miller & Jay Pharoah Discuss Criticism & If They’re Afraid of AI
0.0Sep 11, 2025 · 69 minThe world is what you make it. Gelo Ball, Karen Pittman, Noel Miller and Jay Pharoah pulled up to The Shop and sat down with hosts Paul Rivera and Maverick Carter to discuss navigating criticism, why representation matters, growth in their careers and more.
5. Big Sean, Kofi Siriboe, and Sebastian Maniscalco on Identity, Fame & Censorship
0.0Sep 25, 2025 · 70 minBig Sean, Kofi Siriboe, and Sebastian Maniscalco pulled up this week to chop it up with host Paul Rivera and guest host Jacob Latimore! The crew discusses fan love, how their identities have shaped their careers, the art of the necklace stack and more.
6. Miguel, Paul Rodriguez and Cristela Alonzo On Hispanic Heritage, Evolution & The Power of Saying No
0.0Oct 9, 2025 · 74 minMiguel, Paul Rodriguez and Cristela Alonzo pulled up to The Shop this week with hosts Paul Rivera and Jacob Latimore! The crew chopped it up about their creative process, keeping up with the evolution of social media, their shared Latino heritage, and representation for their community.
7. Roy Choi, Metta World Peace, Jessica Marie Garcia & Cole Walliser on Authenticity vs. Curation
0.0Oct 23, 2025 · 68 minMetta World Peace, Roy Choi, Jessica Marie Garcia and Cole Walliser pulled up to The Shop and got candid about success, setbacks, and staying grounded with hosts Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera. Roy shared his experience being a pioneer in the modern food truck industry, revolutionizing the term from "roach coach" to "gourmet." Metta opened up about rebuilding after adversity, and his 2028 presidential run. Jessica kept it real about life as an actress, and Cole broke down the highs and lows of the Glambot.
8. Wale, KevOnStage, Lil Rel & Jamal Crawford on Protecting Their Peace While Chasing Purpose
0.0Nov 6, 2025 · 84 minThis week, KevOnStage, Rel Howery, Wale, and Jamal Crawford pulled up to talk about ego, success, and everything in between. Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera also toast to PR's last episode as host, his journey in creating The Shop, and the future.