This week on Coolin’ Out, Kev and Jarel welcome singer, songwriter, and JBN ClothingCo Founder, Lloyd Ansah (@iamlloydansah). The guys discuss how Lloyd found his voice (2:00), real life motivation behind his first single “Run Away” (6:00), upcoming projects and the sounds he’s looking to experiment with (9:00), his process when creating music (12:30), finding your passion while balancing the expectations of others (16:00), Lloyd’s team and how he empowers them (24:00), how his clothing brand JBN (Jiggy By Nature) came to be and how the message sells self confidence (26:00), who Lloyd derives inspiration from (28:00), and what to expect from him for the rest of the summer and the year (37:00). This interview came together quickly but it’s easily one of our best. We really admire Lloyd’s spirit and maturity especially at his age. Hope you guys enjoy.

Check out Lloyd’s first single “Run Away”- https://soundcloud.com/lloydansahmusic/run-away

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What a loaded week. Jarel, Kev, and Sal are back after a week off with good friend of the show, Chris Goadec. The guys start by unpacking Drake’s newest album Scorpion sharing their favorite songs and what they’d exclude (2:00), look into how the Pusha T beef and him revealing Drake’s child potentially changed the album (12:00), Scorpion vs Daytona (22:00), briefly look back on KOD (24:00), discuss where this newest album ranks among Drake’s discography (28:00) and they all list their favorite album of 2018 so far (30:00). Then, they discuss who’s flooded the market with the most quality music in the last three years (35:00), what they’re excited about musically for the latter half of 2018 (39:00). The guys transition to basketball giving their thoughts on LeBron’s FA decision (46:00), the Lakers crazy signings post LeBron (48:00), Paul George’s confusing decision (54:00), and finally how LeBron’s move out west shifts the league (1:01:00). 

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Jarel, Kev, and Sal start by discussing the horrific and unfortunate death of XXXTentacion by reflecting on his life and the impact he had on his generation (0:30). Then, the guys talk about mental health, depression, and suicide in society today in light of the recent deaths of Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade (17:30). Finally, the guys look back on a stacked weekend in music reviewing Nasir, Everything Is Love, and Redemption (32:00).

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The gang's all back together this week. First, Sal recounts what he's been up to and gives his thoughts on the Drake/Pusha T aftermath, Ye, and Kids See Ghosts and Nas (1:00). Then ,Kev and Rel catch Sal up on what's been going on with them (13:30), discuss proper time distribution to maximize the summer and life in general (15:00), and cycling in NYC (19:00). Finally, the guys touch on the new XXL Freshmen Cover class, clout chasers and what the next generations may look like (32:00).

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Jarel and Kev look back on the NBA Finals and discuss Lebron's free agency, how the Warriors rank historically,

and much more.

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It was all good just a week ago. No Sal this week, but Kev and Jarel have plenty to discuss. First, they start with Drake shockingly not responding to Pusha T, J Prince’s influence, Kanye’s Ye album, and Drake’s reputation moving forward (1:00). Then, they react to everything that’s transpired over the course of the first two NBA Finals games, predict if the series will still be going in a week, suggest possible changes the Cavs should make, Lebron’s free agent plans, debate just how good Draymond would be on his own and compare Jordan vs Lebron (18:00). We’re here to get you through these solemn times.

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It’s been an insane week and we have a loaded ep. Jarel, Kev, and Sal discuss everything Drake/Pusha T including the origins of their beef, “Duppy Freestyle”, “The Story of Adidon”, most disrespectful lines from both, which we preferred, why Drake responded, Drake vs. Ye, Daytona, who we think will win, and what we think happens next (1:30). Then, they discuss “Roseanne” being canceled following Roseanne Barr’s racist remarks (36:30), the new NFL anthem protest rule and why we think it’ll just worsen matters (43:00), and Milwaukee Bucks rookie Sterling Brown’s disturbing encounter with police that was caught on video (58:00). Finally, the guys look back on the NBA Conference Finals and preview the NBA Finals (1:06:00).

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This week on the show Jarel, Kev, and Sal are joined by BIDO Travel (@bidotravel) CEO Greg Wood (@thebidoboss). BIDO Travel is the world's largest Bach party company. The guys and Greg discuss how Greg’s father gave him the motivation to start his company, obstacles he faced launching the company, growing the business, lessons he’s learned, how he tailors his party packages specific to customer, how Greg sets his company apart from his competitors and so much more. This was our first phone interview so bear with us. A lot of gems in this one. Hope you guys enjoy

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With Kev out sick, Jarel and Sal have a deep and earnest conversation about working in a place you don’t want to be in, giving your time and energy to something you don’t care about, pin pointing your dream job, living minimally, responsibility vs. risk, not being able to be yourself because of work, figuring out where you fit, and life at 27. Then, they discuss being stopped by police, race relations in NYC, the potential legalization of marijuana in NYC and its ramifications, disconnecting from work, artificial deadlines people put on you, and maximizing Coolin’ Out.

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This week on the pod, Jarel, Kev, and Sal are joined by Oliver from the “In The Ring” Podcast (@theringpodcast). Oliver joins the guys for a very lively discussion on the inception of “In The Ring” (2:30), Oliver’s background (23:00), the problem of having other people in your relationships (28:30), NBA playoffs (50:00), and Childish Gambino’s new thought-provoking “This Is America” (1:13:30)

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