The Shop

During the first stop of The Shop’s UNINTERRUPTED Live Tour powered by Lexus in New York, Knicks forward Julius Randle, hip hop artist Joey Badass and Grammy award winning rapper & actor Method Man pulled up on hosts Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera. The crew talked all things hoops, culture, and mental health.

During the second stop of The Shop’s UNINTERRUPTED Live Tour in Washington D.C., Grammy Award-winning artist Wale and Hall of Fame defensive back Ed Reed pulled up on hosts Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera in the Nation's Capital. The crew talked all things DMV, music, art, and football.

During the final stop of The Shop’s UNINTERRUPTED Live Tour in Atlanta, multi-platinum Grammy Award-winning artist Monica, 3-time 6th Man of the Year Lou Williams, and Grammy-nominated artist Quavo pulled up on hosts Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera. The crew talked all things culture, the city’s music scene, navigating personal issues as professionals and more.

LeBron James shares how coaching his son has humbled him, NFL defensive end Michael Bennett talks activism and Candace Parker opens up about balancing motherhood while excelling in the WNBA.

Drake opens up about his son, and basketball stars Ben Simmons, Elena Delle Donne, Victor Oladipo and Mo Bamba keep it real about their rapidly evolving careers.

LeBron James and Maverick Carter discuss the importance of women’s empowerment and visibility with Mary J. Blige and Lena Waithe, Ice Cube roasts Todd Gurley for his post-game routine, and Chris Bosh gets real about life outside of the NBA.

Anthony Davis and LeBron trade stories about life in the league. Meek Mill breaks down the criminal justice system, and 2 Chainz explains how he got his name.

LeBron and Mav welcome music icons Travis Scott and Pharrell Williams alongside Seth Rogen, Jimmy Iovine, Lonzo Ball, Don Cheadle, DeAndre Hopkins and Paul Rivera.

Kevin Hart shares the importance of teaching his kids the value of hard work. Lil Nas X tells the crew why he decided to come out while he’s still on top. Kevin Love and Charlamagne tha God discuss their struggle with anxiety.

In this edition, Maverick Carter is joined by Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes; film star Chadwick Boseman; Atlanta Hawks star point guard Trae Young; American rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer Roddy Ricch; actress, comedian and author Tiffany Haddish; agency executive, entrepreneur and author Steve Stoute; and marketing executive Paul Rivera.

Former President Barack Obama joins LeBron James and Maverick Carter to talk sports, politics, and more ahead of the 2020 election.

In the Season 4 premiere, LeBron James and Maverick Carter are joined by iconic music mogul, 23-time Grammy winner and 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Jay-Z; rapper, singer and songwriter Bad Bunny; WNBA superstar Nneka Ogwumike; and marketing exec Paul Rivera. On this episode, the star-studded group discuss confidence on the big stage, parenthood and WrestleMania.

Maverick Carter is joined by seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady; actor, rapper, singer, and songwriter Kid Cudi; comedian and writer Chelsea Handler; three-time NBA champion Draymond Green; and the SpringHill Company’s chief marketing officer Paul Rivera.

Maverick Carter is joined by NBA All Star from the Atlanta Hawks Trae Young; Grammy-winning DJ, record executive and author DJ Khaled; rapper, songwriter and activist Meek Mill; NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Chase Young; journalist and media personality Jemele Hill; and SpringHill Company CMO Paul Rivera.

Pull up a chair and join multi-hyphenate Donald Glover, actor/writer Quinta Brunson, artist J Balvin, quarterback Lamar Jackson, marketing executive Paul Rivera, entrepreneur Maverick Carter, and NBA superstar LeBron James. Donald reveals how being petty lead to his biggest hit, Quinta shares how she balances comedy with serious issues, LeBron explains why he's always on the look out for haters, Lamar breaks down why everybody in the NFL hates going against Aaron Donald, and J Balvin discusses his new outlook on life since the pandemic. Kick up your feet and remember...in the barbershop you can't lie.

We're back open for business. Grab a seat and join rap phenom Gunna, WNBA star A'Ja Wilson, hip-hop legend Rick Ross, business mogul Steve Stoute, marketing executive Paul Rivera, entrepreneur Maverick Carter, and NBA superstar LeBron James. Gunna reveals the true definition of Pushin' P, Rick Ross shares the story behind working with Kanye on My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, LeBron reveals who he wants to play with most in today's NBA, A'Ja discusses breaking the glass ceiling during contract negotiations, and Steve provides his outlook of the music industry moving forward. Kick up your feet and remember...in the barbershop you can't lie.

We're stepping out of the chair and into the ring this week on The Shop. Join boxer and lightning rod Jake Paul, comedian and late-night host Amber Ruffin, UFC heavyweight champion and world record holder for hardest punch Francis Ngannou, international music sensation Romeo Santos, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Jake reveals the boxing legends who have taken him under their wings, Amber recounts rebounding from her Saturday Night Live rejection, Francis discusses his motivations in the octagon, and Romeo reveals how he overcame his stage fright using comedy. Plus, Jake and Francis discuss fighter pay disparity in the UFC and debate the merits of a fighter's union. Kick up your feet and remember...in the barbershop you can't lie.

Grab a seat for the Season 6 premiere with NFL All-Pro wide receiver Stefon Diggs, undefeated boxer Ryan Garcia, award-winning country music artist Kane Brown, actor & comedian Desi Banks, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Stefon recounts the moment when his teammate and friend Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field, Ryan breaks down his mindset every time he steps into the ring, Kane reflects on the moment he first realized he was biracial, and Desi shares how stand-up changed his life and previews his rap career. Plus, Ryan previews his upcoming showdown with Gervonta "Tank" Davis in April.

Grab a seat for Season 6 Episode 2 with agent and founder of Klutch Sports Group Rich Paul, comedian and internet personality Druski, rapper Cordae, businessman and record executive Steve Stoute, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Rich Paul drops some serious knowledge on how he negotiates max contracts and what it actually takes to be a max player, Cordae talks about why longevity and real fans in the rap game are most important, Druski discusses convincing his family of his dream to do comedy, and Steve Stoute gives insight on why corporations, conversely, need artists and creators, and that all money isn't good money. Plus, Cordae explains why he said no to working with Maroon 5 on a #1 record.

It's time to talk shop with 2x NBA champion and NC A&T golfer J.R. Smith, singer and actress Chloe Bailey, WNBA star and ESPN Basketball Analyst Chiney Ogwumike, producer, director and actor Kenya Barris, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. J.R. talks about his growth and mental health struggles during his NBA career and his decision to attend an HBCU after retirement, Chloe speaks on her upcoming projects and the first time she felt separated from her sister, Halle, Chiney explains how she earned her respect on and off the court as a broadcaster, and Kenya shares why he gets backlash for telling Black stories.

The wait is over. Grab a virtual seat in #TheShop for the Season 7 premiere with co-hosts Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera as they're joined by entrepreneur and investor Nelly, back-to-back WNBA Champion, 6x WNBA All-Star and Naismith Hall of Famer Becky Hammon and actor, comedian, director and producer Cedric The Entertainer. The crew discusses snubs, disses, respect, disrespect, business and everything in between.

We're back! Co-hosts Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera are joined by CEO and entrepreneur Michael Rubin, 3x All-Pro wideout Davante Adams, comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish and New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft. The crew talks building businesses, Black head coaches in the NFL, the importance of keeping the right circle around you, navigating criticism and so much more... This is where culture shapes up.

IT'S LIT! Tap back into The Shop with LeBron James, artist & CEO Travis Scott, NFL corner Sauce Gardner, music star Ice Spice, media personality and former all-pro Chad Johnson and MLB all-star Julio Rodriguez. Maverick and PR speak to LeBron about never winning Defensive Player of the Year, the importance of a strong inner circle and why he steered away from playing football. Travis gives his thoughts on his GRAMMYs snub, his love of performing and his overall approach to creativity. Ice Spice talks about her come-up in New York City and walks the guys through her GRAMMYs experience. Sauce talks about his early success in the league, going up against the best receivers in the NFL and how he approaches his role on the field. Ocho talks about raw talent vs hard work, his strategy of trash-talk and more. Julio discusses baseball culture in the Dominican Republic and transitioning into the big leagues.

We’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.

The 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.

Confidence 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.