ShopTalkPodcast — Episode 508: Time Is the Only Currency

On Episode 508 of ShopTalkPodcast, J. Johnson and Dame Gone Wild kick things off reflecting on fellowship, family, and why showing up in real life matters more than ever in an increasingly digital world.

The conversation shifts into health, discipline, and aging, as J breaks down his recent lifestyle changes—giving up meat, starting intermittent fasting, prioritizing sleep, and committing to long-term habits over quick fixes. From Apple Watch sleep tracking to using AI to interpret personal health data, the fellas talk accountability, consistency, and why six months is the real test of commitment.

From there, the episode moves into culture and consequence. J and Dame unpack faith, leadership, and public accountability, debate whether shame still has a place in society, and address anti-Blackness in media and streaming spaces, including what real consequences should look like when lines are crossed.

The back half of the episode turns global and political, with discussions around U.S. involvement in Venezuela, resource-driven conflicts, civil unrest, and what preparedness really looks like in uncertain times. The episode closes with reflections on time, legacy, and whether any amount of money is worth trading away years of your life.

Real talk. Long-form perspective. Classic ShopTalk energy.

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