Extra Connections

James Lott Jr connects with this smart, talented young lady about the business, family and college! 
At just 10, she wowed ABC News before hitting the Apollo Theater stage as a finalist. From there, it was festivals across the U.S. and U.K., setting the stage for her meteoric rise.Her 2018 single “Feel the Beat” dominated the Tempo Caribbean charts, hitting number one in 24 countries, and by 2019, she was collaborating with Cassidy on "That Feeling," which premiered on Nick Music and led to an invite to the MTV VMA red carpetWith a master’s degree in progress at Columbia University, Briannagh D is proving that artistry and ambition go hand in hand. From the Grammys, NYFW, Superbowl, to All Star and more, red carpet photographers and journalists can’t help but capture the essence of this rapidly escaling star. Her global fanbase, chart-topping records, and industry respect make her a prime candidate for an interview that will engage audiences and spark conversationFollow & Connect:
Instagram: @briannaghd
YouTube: Briannagh D
TikTok: @iambriannaghd
Website: www.briannaghdennehy.com

Featured on our longer Extra Connections show, Briannagh D is a singer, actress, student.
Follow & Connect:
Instagram: @briannaghd
YouTube: Briannagh D
TikTok: @iambriannaghd
Website: www.briannaghdennehy.com

On February 5, 1972, Bob Douglas became the first African American to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. This event marked a turning point in the Hall’s history and highlighted the significant contributions of Black athletes to basketball in its early years.
Intro and outrp song- Hoop Dreams (created and written by James Lott Jr for lefthandedtaurus music 2025)

JLJ is back with the first show of 2025!

James Lott Jr has a chat with Jeff Krauss, he's a celebrity event producer based in New York. His company is IE Group NYC. He's worked with a number of celebrities in the hospitality space including George Clooney, Alicia Keys, Megan Fox, Brooke Shields, Connor McGregor, and a to name a few. He also co-founded FanRoom Live along with Mich Faulkner and Cedric The Entertainer, an online platform that has fans interacting with celebrities. goto iegny.com and follow him on IG and X @iegroupnyc

James Lott Jr talks about the future of the long running show.

Actress, comedian and writer Corinne Britti currently co-stars as real-life 70s comedienne Valri Bromfield in the Sony biographical comedy Saturday Night from writer, director Jason Reitman opening on Oct 11. She also stars as Leyna Rahn, an escaped German Jew who turns Nazi hunter in writer/director Phil Blattenberger’s action-thriller Condor’s Nest, and she’s Claire, a dry-witted medium who is hired to exorcize a house in writer/director Christopher Schrack’s horror comedy For Sale. James Lott Jr has a fun chat with her. IG @corinnestagramster

One is from the Big City. The Other is from a small town. One is in his 50s , the other in his 30s. Different in many ways yet they have a friendship that crosses all of that. Listen to this uncensored talk between James Lott Jr and Jock Stateler. Jock is the host of the JLJ media podcast Another WIidcat Take Down!

New single Tango drops Oct 7th! mindofthenoise.com
Jason D. Harris—a hip-hop architect and founder of Mind of the Noise Records, as well as visionary educator whose journey from the gritty streets of St. Louis to the bright lights of LA is nothing short of legendary. Jason’s mission? To flip the script on music education and empower the next generation through his groundbreaking “Beat School with Mr. J.”At just 11 years old, Jason made a pact with himself while watching the Grammys—he’d never stop until his sound reverberated across the globe. Fast forward, and this kid from St. Louis has crafted beats and engineered sounds for icons like Kid Cudi, Ledisi, and J.Lo. But it wasn’t just about the fame. Jason discovered his true calling when he realized his beats could do more than just move the crowd—they could shape the future.Jason’s journey led him to LA with a vision as big as the beats he was creating. Every rhythm he laid down carried a deeper purpose—a mission to give back and inspire the youth who look up to him. That’s how “Beat School with Mr. J” was born. This isn’t just a program; it’s a cultural revolution. It’s where young creatives get the tools to produce, write, and perform, all while finding their own voice in the process. Jason’s “Buy a Hat, Donate a Class” initiative is the real deal—buy a hat, and you’re opening the door for a kid to step into the studio and start crafting their future.Jason’s journey is packed with milestones—a Grammy nod, powerful collaborations with artists like Taraji P. Henson, and a relentless drive to turn every beat into a movement. With the support of his mom and mentorship from legends like Roscoe Mitchell, Jason’s connection to the community runs deep. Now, he’s ready to take his sound global, dropping his debut album “Blingville” alongside the Beat School movement. This isn’t just about music; it’s about turning every beat into a source of strength, inspiration, and change for kids worldwide.

In this special episode, James talks about his recent trip to Clinton Indiana (and surrounding areas). He shares is thoughts before going and after he left. It was a life changing experience and an EXTRA connection for him.