The Shop - Episode Guide

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 and Maverick chop it up with hip-hop legends Nas, Ice Cube and Mary J. Blige, reconnect with Miami Heat running mate Chris Bosh, and invite Lena Waithe, Jimmy Kimmel and Todd Gurley to the fray.

Joining James and Carter are Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro wide receiver Antonio Brown, Oscar® winner Jamie Foxx, American rappers and activists Meek Mill and 2 Chainz, New Orleans Pelicans superstar Anthony Davis and stand-up comedian Jerrod Carmichael.

Joining James and Carter will be actor Seth Rogen, Houston Texans star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, rapper Travis Scott, Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and fashion designer Pharrell Williams, Los Angeles Lakers point guard Lonzo Ball, actor Don Cheadle, record producer Jimmy Iovine and entertainment programmer Paul Rivera.

The new episode features Uninterrupted CEO Maverick Carter; international film star and stand-up comedian Kevin Hart; three-time Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski; Cleveland Cavaliers star forward and NBA Champion Kevin Love; Portland Trailblazers guard CJ McCollum; American radio presenter, television personality, and author Charlamagne tha God; American rapper, singer and songwriter Lil Nas X; and marketing executive Paul Rivera.

LeBron James and Maverick Carter are joined by California Governor Gavin Newsom as he signs Senate Bill 206 into law. Plus, Diddy reflects on changing the narrative in the music industry; Bill Hader looks back at his time on SNL; and appearances by Rich Paul, DeMar DeRozan, Rick Rubin, Jerrod Carmichael and Paul Rivera.

In this edition of the acclaimed unscripted series, LeBron James and Maverick Carter are joined by a diverse lineup highlighted by actor and producer Will Smith, six-time MLB All-Star pitcher CC Sabathia, stand-up comedian and actor Martin Lawrence, rapper, songwriter and activist Chance the Rapper and marketing executive Paul Rivera.

Joining Maverick Carter in this edition will be Megan Rapinoe; Whoopi Goldberg; Sue Bird; Stacey Abrams; Malcolm Jenkins; and Hasan Minhaj.

NFL football player Patrick Mahomes; actor Chadwick Boseman; NBA basketball player Trae Young; rapper Roddy Ricch; actress Tiffany Haddish; entrepreneur Steve Stoute; marketing executive Paul Rivera.

President Barack Obama takes a seat in the barber's chair with LeBron James and Maverick Carter in an all-new episode. 

Joining LeBron James and Maverick Carter for the season premiere are 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 executive Paul Rivera.
 
On this episode, the star-studded group discuss confidence on the big stage, parenthood and WrestleMania.

Joining Maverick Carter are seven-time Super Bowl champion and five-time Super Bowl MVP Tom Brady; actor, rapper, singer and songwriter Kid Cudi; actress, television host, comedian and writer Chelsea Handler; three-time NBA champion Draymond Green; and the SpringHill Company's chief marketing officer Paul Rivera.

In this episode, the all-star group discuss the grind of winning, charting your own path, mental health and sports media.

Joining Maverick Carter are 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 the SpringHill Company's chief marketing officer Paul Rivera.

In this episode, the all-star group discuss competing against your idols, dealing with conflict, creating leverage and college athletes and the new rule around collegiate athletes being paid.

Joining Maverick Carter are award-winning actor, comedian and writer Jason Sudeikis; NBA All-Star from the Los Angeles Lakers, Carmelo Anthony; rapper Jack Harlow;actor and producer Keegan-Michael Key; WNBA All-Star from the Las Vegas Aces, Liz Cambage;and the SpringHill Company's chief marketing officer, Paul Rivera.

The episode will feature the star-studded group sharing anecdotes on being famous, balancing egos and dealing with the Olympic experience as an athlete.

Joining Maverick Carter are four-time Grand Slam tennis singles champion Naomi Osaka; actor, comedian and writer Wanda Sykes; NBA All-Star from the Cleveland Cavaliers, Kevin Love; multi-platinum hip-hop artist Jadakiss;and the SpringHill Company's chief marketing officer, Paul Rivera.

Maverick Carter is joined by David Beckham, James Corden, Saweetie, Bubba Wallace, Yvonne Orji, and 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.

Lean back, we've got a chair with your name on it at The Shop. Join Fat Joe, Amy Schumer, Don Lemon, and LeBron James as they discuss the state of comedy, being vulnerable in your craft, whose career they'd want besides their own, and staying true to your perspective. Plus, LeBron on what he wants to do with life after basketball.

The crew is back. And still uninterrupted. Pull up and join Stefon Diggs, Ryan Garcia, Kane Brown & Desi Banks as they discuss getting started with their careers, what they've learned about themselves along the way and their mindsets about being at the top of their crafts. Plus, Ryan Garcia previews his upcoming showdown with Tank Davis. 

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 with LeBron James, Travis Scott, Sauce Gardner, Ice Spice, Chad Johnson and Julio Rodriguez as they talk winning and losing awards, making the transition into being pros and the difference between raw talent & hard work.

The crew is back! Paul Rivera and Maverick Carter sit with a star-studded group this week: Johnny Manziel, GloRilla, mgk, Hit-Boy and Alycia Baumgardner. Johnny and the guys analyze his legendary college career, the good and the bad, his growth over the years and reminisce on his past working relationship with Maverick. mgk talks about coming up in Cleveland, memories being more valuable than money and being in the rap game for respect. GloRilla talks about the come-up, her family's early reactions to her music, money management and the importance of having a strong team. Hit-Boy discusses his relationship with his father Big Hit, from making music to making up for lost time, career production highlights and bad publishing deals. Alycia walks the group through her approach in the ring, integrity as an athlete and representation as a woman in boxing. You don't want to miss this one.

For episode 7, we got a very special group together. Andre 3000, LeBron James, Sexyy Red, Jerry Lorenzo, Jiaoying Summers, and Nigel Sylvester sit down with Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera for an unforgettable conversation. Andre discusses the early days of Outkast and the Dungeon Family, the legacy of Rico Wade, his love for the flute and a lot more. LeBron talked about aspiring to be something greater when growing up, his favorite Andre verses ever and having out-of-body experiences on the court. Sexyy breaks down how she first started rapping, how she deals with nerves before hitting the stage and the importance of timing. Jerry talks about the how his faith drives his creativity and decision-making, not wanting people to put a label on him and more. Jiaoying hilariously gives us insight into her comedy style, how she got her start and performing at The Apollo. Nigel talks coming up in Queens, New York, when he first found his love of bicycle riding and how he approaches brand-building. This is where culture shapes up.

Live from the women's college basketball tournament in Tampa, Paul Rivera sat down with 2x WNBA champion and 2x Olympic gold medalist Jewell Loyd, ESPN basketball analyst Andraya Carter, and Emmy-nominated comedian and writer Sam Jay. The guests got into their career beginnings working odd jobs, dealing with pressure and competition in their respective industries, overcoming personal hardships, and more.

Live from Fanatics Fest in New York City, The Shop brought together GOATs LeBron James, streamer Kai Cenat, 7x Super Bowl champ Tom Brady, and San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama. 

The crew sat down with hosts Paul Rivera and Maverick Carter and talked longevity as athletes, mindsets, training routines, giving back, and more. 
 

We're back like we never left. Jordan Howlett, Fred Warner, Hannah Hidalgo & Utkarsh Ambudkar pulled up to The Shop and sat down with hosts Paul Rivera & Maverick Carter to discuss upbringings, mastering their crafts, adversity, staying motivated and more.

The music and entertainment industry has shifted in 2025. Offset, Flau'jae Johnson, JID, and Matt Friend pulled up to The Shop and sat down with hosts Paul Rivera & 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 & 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.

The world is what you make it. Gelo Ball, Karen Pittman, Noel Miller and Jay Pharoah pulled up to The Shop and sat down with hosts Paul Rivera and Maverick Carter to discuss navigating criticism, why representation matters, growth in their careers and more.

Big Sean, Kofi Siriboe & Sebastian Maniscalco pulled up to The Shop to discuss fan love, how their identities have shaped their careers, the art of the necklace and more.

Miguel, Paul Rodriguez & Cristela Alonzo pulled up to The Shop this week with hosts Paul Rivera & Jacob Latimore. The crew chopped it up about their creative process, keeping up with the evolution of social media, their shared Latino heritage, and representation for their community. 

Metta World Peace, Roy Choi, Jessica Marie Garcia, & Cole Walliser pulled up to The Shop and got candid about success, setbacks, and staying grounded with hosts Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera. Roy shared his experience being a pioneer in the modern food truck industry, revolutionizing the term from "roach coach" to "gourmet." Metta opened up about rebuilding after adversity, and his 2028 presidential run. Jessica kept it real about life as an actress, and Cole broke down the highs and lows of the Glambot. 

KevOnStage, Lil Rel, Wale, and Jamal Crawford pulled up to The Shop to talk about ego, success, and everything in between. Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera also toast to PR's last episode as host, his journey in creating The Shop, and the future.