Edifying Together, feat. Tamir D. Harper

This week on a special episode of Max Out Time: Entertainer and D.C. icon, Anwan 'Big G' Glover, discusses his call to action to our local politicians amid the coronavirus pandemic. As the 'voice of the city,' G urges Washington's leaders to improve living conditions in the D.C. Jail and Hope Village Reentry Facility because the health and safety of prisoners and returned citizens is paramount. When G is away from his Hollywood acting roles, like in HBO's classic hit show, The Wire, The Ghetto Prince is the leader of the Backyard Band—one of the most storied Go-Go bands in D.C. For more on G, please follow him on social media @anwanglover & @backyardband. This episode was previously recorded on Monday, May 4, 2020. -AJ II

This week on Max Out Time: Harvard Medical School's first documented Black woman student body president, LaShyra "Lash" Nolen, discusses the coronavirus' impact on her family, healthcare systems and the greater community at-large. Nolen is a Fulbright Scholar who has researched the perceptions of chronic diseases such as obesity and diabetes, and is deeply passionate about serving the underserved. So far this year, she has been named a 2020 Young Futurist by The Root and a 40 Under 40 Leader In Health Award Winner by the National Minority Quality Forum. Please follow Nolen's work and medical pursuits on Twitter @lashnolen and visit her website https://lashyranolen.com/ This episode was previously recorded on Monday, April 20, 2020. -AJ II

This week on Max Out Time: "The QuickSilva Show" Executive Producer and WKYS 93.9 radio personality, Leah A. Henry, discusses working during the coronavirus global pandemic. Leah's Lemonade is more than just the tea, it's a little bit tart. Whether it's controlling the airwaves or explaining how COVID-19 is affecting radio and TV personnel, she offers her insight on it all. Please follow the budding media personality and entertainment journalist @leahahenry or visit https://leahahenry.com/ This episode was previously recorded on Monday, April 6, 2020. -AJ II

This week on Max Out Time: PepsiCo brand marketer and Sports Business Journal's New Voices Under 30 honoree, Kirby Porter, discusses helping athletes leverage their playbooks through her online platform, "Court To Corporate." The former Harvard Women's Basketball team captain founded the media entity in 2019 to aid athletes in finding mentorship and guidance when the ball stops bouncing. If you're a former athlete, who is dealing with the transition phase, please visit https://www.courttocorporate.com/ and follow @court.to.corporate on social media. This episode was previously recorded on Saturday, March 21, 2020. -AJ II

This week on Max Out Time: Three-time Olympic Gold Medalist, Gazmine 'GG' Mason, discusses her experiences as the first African American to win Olympic Singles and All-Events gold medals in bowling for USA. The former All-American at the University of Nebraska is currently a professional bowler whose mission is to promote and elevate non-traditional sports while also connecting and sharing the stories of African American female bowling athletes of all ages. For more on GG's pursuits beyond the alley, visit https://www.gotgame10.com/ and follow her on social media @gazminemason or @bgcb2. This episode was previously recorded on Monday, March 16, 2020. -AJ II

This week on Max Out Time: Retired NFL cornerback turned internet comedian, the hilariously funny Lou Young III, a.k.a. Shleve Harvey, discusses his relationship with comedy legend Steve Harvey, being 'more than an athlete' and fatherhood. The DC native spent five years playing professional football, but Lou's Harvey impersonations sparked an impressive start to his new career. Checkout Shleve, Shlannon or Shlenzel at https://www.youtube.com/louyoung3 and please follow him on social media @louuuyoung. This episode was previously recorded on Sunday, March 8, 2020. -AJ II

This week on Max Out Time: Award-winning tech philosopher, brand consultant and author, Alex Wolf, discusses how her brand's meteoric rise helped her transition into brand marketing and product strategizing. At 25, Alex sold Boss Babe, the fastest growing digital network empowering female entrepreneurs, and has since become an expert in helping businesses engage with consumers. In this episode, she also unpacks measuring social media success and looking at technology through an anthropological lens. For more on Alex, please visit https://alexwolf.co/ or follow her on social media @alexwolf. This episode was previously recorded on Thursday, February 20, 2020. -AJ II

This week on Max Out Time: Angela Jennings and Reggie Smith, co-founders of BOOMBOX Boxing Club, DC's first boutique boxing studio, discuss their new-age boxing gym just steps from Washington Nationals Park. Their concept is best described as when "Fight Club, Meets Night Club." And the duo aims to empower and inspire through music driven boxing classes accompanied by the most lit playlists. For more information on how to sign up, visit https://www.boombox-boxing.com/ and follow @boombox_boxing on social media. This episode was previously recorded on Sunday, January 26, 2020. -AJ II

On the pilot episode of Max Out Time With AJ II, AJ sat down with special guest Rashan Prailow to discuss combatting the 'ball is life' mentality, using education as a tool for success and 'fixing' the black athlete's image in mainstream media. Prailow is a recent Ivy League graduate from the University of Pennsylvania, who turned his life completely around when a few run-ins with the law forced him to use education as his tool for success. If you wish to continue following Prailow's journey, please add him on social media @rashanp. This episode was previously recorded on Thursday, July 20, 2017. -AJ II

Imagine having your own dorm room at 13, being the youngest to pledge a 100-year-old fraternity at 16 and receiving your Master's Degree at 17 while your closest friends are still scrambling for their junior prom dates. Can't wrap your head around this unlikely series of feats? Well, look no further than Ty Hobson-Powell from Washington, D.C. He is living proof of sports apparel manufacturer Adidas' slogan: 'Impossible Is Nothing.' Please join this episode's discussion with 'Shimmying Ty' on achieving your dreams, the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) experience and also Washington D.C. sports. If you wish to continue following Hobson-Powell's journey, please add him on Twitter @tyhobsonpowell. This episode was previously recorded on Sunday, July 23, 2017. -AJ II