What up doe, I’m Jalen Rose, a 13-year NBA veteran, best-selling author, philanthropist and TV personality. I’ve partnered with The New York Post and we’re excited to bring you Jalen Rose: Renaissance Man, a lifestyle & culture podcast covering the latest trends in fashion, entertainment, travel, food & wine, technology and more.
Some familiar celebrity faces will also stop by to chop it up about their latest projects and to answer questions you’ve been dying to know.
Nothing is off-limits. I’ll be sharing lessons learned from my various careers including sports, multi-media and beyond and tying them back to current events and themes. We’ll also discuss politics and social justice because part of being a Renaissance Man is using your influence to spark much-needed conversations.
I’m excited to share my unique perspective and interests with you and give you a behind-the-scenes look at the many facets of a modern man.
The Jalen Rose: Renaissance Man podcast premieres October 1st 2020. You can find us every Thursday on Apple, Spotify or any of your preferred podcast platforms.
Detroit native Jalen Rose is a member of the University of Michigan’s iconoclastic Fab Five, who shook up the college hoops world in the early ’90s. He played 13 seasons in the NBA, before transitioning into a media personality. Rose is currently an analyst for “NBA Countdown” and “Get Up,” and co-host of “Jalen & Jacoby.” He executive produced “The Fab Five” for ESPN’s “30 for 30” series, is the author of the best-selling book, “Got To Give the People What They Want,” a fashion tastemaker, and co-founded the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy, a public charter school in his hometown.
EPISODE 154: Level Up ft. Juicy J
Sept. 21, 2023
Oscar-winning rapper, songwriter, producer, actor, entrepreneur and author Juicy J joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about the most shocking moment he’s had while on tour, what it was like putting together his memoir “Chronicles of the Juiceman” and how he looks back on the legacy of Three 6 Mafia.
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EPISODE 153: Be Ready for the Moment ft. Raphael Saadiq
Sept. 14, 2023
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Raphael Saadiq joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about the return of Tony! Toni! Toné!, how he spent his time away from music and the lessons he learned from legends like Tupac, the Isley Brothers, The Roots and so many more. Check out the tour dates for Tony! Toni! Toné! here.
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EPISODE 152: The Future of Hip Hop ft. Slum Village
Sept. 7, 2023
The current members of Detroit’s own Slum Village – T3 and Young RJ – joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about all of the different eras that the rap group has gone through, who are their musical influences and who makes it to their lists of top five rap groups in the history of music.
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EPISODE 151: Whatever It Takes ft. Terrell Owens
Aug. 31, 2023
Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Terrell Owens joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about how he discovered who his biological father was, how he looks back on his professional career and who are his top five receivers in the history of the NFL.
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EPISODE 150: Keep The Laughs Going ft. Chris Spencer, Gary Owen and Faizon Love
Aug. 24, 2023
Comedian, actor, writer and director Chris Spencer is joined by comics Gary Owen and Faizon Love to talk to Jalen about their new comedy movie “Back On The Strip,” what their own stripper theme songs would be and the entertainers who inspired their own humor.
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EPISODE 149: Be Who You Are ft. Chuck D
Aug. 17, 2023
Rock And Roll Hall of Fame inductee, rap pioneer, hip hop icon and visual artist Chuck D joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about the formation of the historic music group Public Enemy, his memories of the time Ice Cube left N.W.A. and who he thinks is the future of hip hop as we celebrate 50 years of the music genre.
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EPISODE 148: Keep Taking Chances ft. Marlon Wayans
Aug. 10, 2023
Actor and comedian Marlon Wayans joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about what it was like growing up in one of comedy’s most talented families, how he took a break from stand-up after getting heckled by Chris Rock and he shares his thoughts on the public response to his most recent social media content. Find the upcoming dates on his tour at his website
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EPISODE 147: Seek Knowledge ft. Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal
Aug. 3, 2023
Financial education gurus Rashad Bilal & Troy Millings from “Earn Your Leisure” podcast joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about how they first met, what they consider the biggest money mistakes anyone can make and what has surprised them the most about their sit-down interviews with celebrities and industry changemakers. Check out more info on Invest Fest here!
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EPISODE 146: Start Where You Are ft. Kid Capri
July 27, 2023
Grammy-winning DJ and music producer Kid Capri joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about his album “The Love,” his best memories with KRS-One, the greatest battle raps he’s ever witnessed, and how the tour he holds closest to his heart was with the late great Aaliyah.
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EPISODE 145: Find Your Voice ft. Roy Wood Jr.
July 20, 2023
Comedian, radio personality, actor, podcaster, writer and “Daily Show” correspondent Roy Wood Jr. joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about how he figured out he was funny when he was a kid playing sports in Alabama, which comedians inspired his own style AND how he feels about possibly being asked to take over Trever Noah’s hosting duties on “The Daily Show.” You can find Roy’s comedy tour schedule here!
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EPISODE 144: Feed Your Focus ft. Styles P
July 13, 2023
Hip hop legend, author, entrepreneur, and health advocate Styles P, who is beloved as a solo rapper but most known for his work as a member of The Lox, joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about how he has never written down a single rhyme, how he ventured into the health and wellness space and how he plans to approach his final solo album.
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EPISODE 143: The Path to Greatness ft. Babyface
July 6, 2023
Iconic singer, producer, and songwriter Babyface joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about working with everyone from Whitney Houston to Outkast, the origin of his famous song “Whip Appeal” and how he plans on going on tour in the near future.
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EPISODE 142: Every Day is a New Day ft. Deon Cole
June 29, 2023
Comedian, actor, and screenwriter Deon Cole joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about when he realized he was funny, how he feels taking on a dramatic role in his new show “Average Joe” and what he’s learned about grief and loss in this period of his life. “Average Joe” is available on BET+ now.
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EPISODE 141: Black Music Matters ft. Malcolm-Jamal Warner
June 22, 2023
Award-winning actor, poet and musician Malcolm-Jamal Warner joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about how he looks back on his time on “The Cosby Show,” what it was like being a part of the hip-hop scene in the ’80s, and how he feels about reinventing his career as a spoken word artist.
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EPISODE 140: Always Choose Love ft. J. Alphonse Nicholson
June 15, 2023
“P-Valley” star, actor and percussionist J. Alphonse Nicholson joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about how he developed his hustler spirit through street drumming, what it’s like playing the antagonist in the remake of “White Men Can’t Jump,” and how Shaq once slid into his DMs to praise his talent.
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EPISODE 139: Rebirth ft. Spice
June 8, 2023
The “Queen of Dancehall” Spice joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about her humble beginnings in Jamaica, how her talent impressed the self-proclaimed general of dancehall Bounty Killer when she was just 14, and how her health scare last year reframed her outlook on life.
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EPISODE 138: Bless Up ft. Kym Whitley
June 1, 2023
Actress and comedian Kym Whitley joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about growing up outside of Cleveland, Ohio, how her friendship with Sherri Shepard turned into a hit podcast and what her excuse will be if she turns up in the upcoming Freaknik documentary.
Catch Kym and Sherri in their “Two Funny Mamas” comedy tour shows on June 2 and 3!
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EPISODE 137: Courage to Dream ft. Bresha Webb
May 25, 2023
Actress, comedian and “Run the World” star Bresha Webb joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about the ways Baltimore built her up, how her family keeps her grounded and how she navigates doubt as a rising star in the entertainment industry. And Jalen shares his thoughts about watching Brittney Griner’s historic return to the court.
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EPISODE 136: Always a Learner ft. Woody McClain
May 18, 2023
Actor, comedian, dancer and “Power Book II: Ghost” star Woody McClain joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about his comedy inspirations, the advice he once got from Jamie Foxx, and the sacrifices he’s made to master his craft. And Jalen shares a few words about the recent Ja Morant news.
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EPISODE 135: Family Affair ft. Naughty By Nature’s DJ KayGee and Vin Rock
May 11, 2023
DJ KayGee and Vin Rock of hip hop’s legendary group Naughty By Nature join the podcast to talk to Jalen about their favorite concerts and tours they’ve been on, when they realized their group would become something special, and what their hopes are for the next generation of hip-hop, as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the genre.
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EPISODE 134: Hip-Hop is Culture ft. Miss Jones
May 4, 2023
With this year being the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, R&B artist and legendary radio personality Miss Jones joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about the artists who sparked her love for the genre, on originally tapped to be Pepa of Salt-N-Pepa and how she looks back on her storied career on the New York City radio airwaves.
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EPISODE 133: Find Your Inner Peace ft. Kel Mitchell
April 27, 2023
Two-time Emmy Award-nominated actor, comedian, youth pastor and author Kel Mitchell joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about how being a theater kid kept him out of trouble in the Southside of Chicago, how he learned to cope with both success and rejection in his career and which celebrities might be making an appearance in the upcoming “Good Burger” sequel.
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EPISODE 132: Reach High ft. Cassandra Freeman
April 20, 2023
Actress, comedian and writer Cassandra Freeman joins the podcast to talk to Jalen about her childhood in Jacksonville, Florida, the impact of Spike Lee’s film artistry, and how she landed the role of Aunt Viv in “Bel-Air,” which she considers a deepening of the “Fresh Prince” story.
Catch the season 2 finale of “Bel-Air” on Peacock on Thursday, April 27th.
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