Eric Church on AI in Country Music, “Evangeline vs. the Machine,” and Why Grammys Don’t Matter | LZ Granderson Show

Nathan Kamp on Modeling, Parenthood, Faith, and the Realities of Modern Masculinity | LZ Granderson Show

Actor, model, and parent Nathan Kamp joins LZ Granderson for a candid conversation about identity, faith, and the evolution of masculinity in entertainment. From his early modeling days with Bruce Weber and Abercrombie & Fitch to fatherhood and the economics of NIL as a parent of student athletes. 0:00 Welcome to the LZ Granderson Show! 2:45 LZ's LA TImes Essay on Parenting 6:08 Nathan Kamp joins LZ 6:48 How pickup basketball is an indicator of personality 10:00 Nathan's Athletic Background 12:05 How's pickup hoops changed over the years? 15:40 The economics of NIL from a parents perspective 20:10 Nathan's Faithwalk 22:30 Criticism of masculinity within the entertainment industry 29:45 How Nathan was recruited into modeling 34:00 Working with Bruce Weber 34:40 Modeling Career After Abercrombie & Fitch 36:08 Aging Within The Modeling Industry 39:00 Toughest Part of Staying In Shape 41:00 Nathan's Skincare Routine 43:15 Parenthood Through NIL   The LZ Granderson Show explores the intersection of culture, character, and conviction — with the people redefining what it means to live authentically. #NathanKamp  #Modeling #Masculinity #Faith #NIL #Parenting #BruceWeber #Abercrombie From ESPN and CNN to ABC.and The L.A. Times, LZ Granderson hosts bold conversations that meet the beating pulse of entertainment, sports, pop culture, and beyond. Each week, LZ sits down with a compelling guest—from athletes and artists to activists and icons—for unfiltered, thought-provoking dialogue about the stories shaping our world. Emmy award-winning journalist and cultural commentator LZ Granderson is insightful, witty, and always real. This is the podcast where culture gets a conscience and nothing is off-limits.   For more about LZ and his work check out: http://lzgrandersonshow.org/   Connect on Social Media Twitter/X: https://x.com/lzgranderson?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lzgranderson/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@lzgranderson?invite=4 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1lzgranderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LZ-Granderson-100057700284324/

Leslie Jones on SNL, the WNBA vs NBA Debate, and Why Voting Still Matters | LZ Granderson Show

Comedian, actress, and Sports Emmy winner Leslie Jones joins LZ Granderson for a hilarious, unfiltered, and deep conversation about comedy, sports, and culture. From Saturday Night Live memories to live-tweeting the Olympics and calling out double standards in entertainment, Leslie brings her trademark honesty and humor to every topic. They talk about: Winning a Sports Emmy and what it meant to her Experiences from her time on SNL Why she started live-tweeting the Olympics — and how it changed her career Her take: Is the WNBA better than the NBA? How she got into stand-up comedy and how her voice has evolved over time Whether comedy is harder to find in today’s climate Her thoughts on social media literacy Why voting is crucial and her biggest cultural wish for America What’s next for Leslie — plus a few thoughts on her beloved New York Knicks The LZ Granderson Show brings honest, funny, and fearless conversations with the voices shaping culture today. #LeslieJones #SNL #Comedy #WNBA #NBA #SportsEmmys #StandUpComedy #Olympics #Podcast #Knicks #VotingMatters From ESPN and CNN to ABC.and The L.A. Times, LZ Granderson hosts bold conversations that meet the beating pulse of entertainment, sports, pop culture, and beyond. Each week, LZ sits down with a compelling guest—from athletes and artists to activists and icons—for unfiltered, thought-provoking dialogue about the stories shaping our world. Emmy award-winning journalist and cultural commentator LZ Granderson is insightful, witty, and always real. This is the podcast where culture gets a conscience and nothing is off-limits.   For more about LZ and his work check out: http://lzgrandersonshow.org/   Connect on Social Media Twitter/X: https://x.com/lzgranderson?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lzgranderson/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@lzgranderson?invite=4 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1lzgranderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LZ-Granderson-100057700284324/

Murray Bartlett on The Last of Us, White Lotus, and Life Beyond Hollywood | LZ Granderson Show

Emmy-winning actor Murray Bartlett joins LZ Granderson for an honest, thoughtful conversation about art, identity, and the power of storytelling. From his breakout roles in Looking and The White Lotus to his unforgettable performance in The Last of Us, Bartlett opens up about the choices that shaped his career — and how he’s finding balance away from the spotlight.   0:00 Welcome to The LZ Granderson Show 1:12 LZ on the definition of Masculinity 6:05 Murray Bartlett Joins The Show 7:00 Murray's Character on "Looking" 11:45 Murray's Iconic Performance in 'The Last of Us' 13:45 Working with Nick Offerman 15:23 Portraying Complex Characters 16:20 Auditioning for White Lotus 18:15 The Difficulty in Choosing Characters 20:00 Murray's Acting Career Development 23:00 Moving Out of the City and into Nature 30:40 Australian Fandom 33:30 Developing An American Accent 37:25 Working with Nicole Kidman 39:10 Australian Culture 41:50 Murray's Hobbies 50:10 Next Project's  54:45 Bucket List Creatives 59:30 What's Your Legacy Role? The LZ Granderson Show dives into the intersection of art, culture, and purpose — with the creators defining this generation of storytelling. #MurrayBartlett #TheLastOfUs #WhiteLotus #HBO #NickOfferman #NicoleKidman #LZGranderson  From ESPN and CNN to ABC.and The L.A. Times, LZ Granderson hosts bold conversations that meet the beating pulse of entertainment, sports, pop culture, and beyond. Each week, LZ sits down with a compelling guest—from athletes and artists to activists and icons—for unfiltered, thought-provoking dialogue about the stories shaping our world. Emmy award-winning journalist and cultural commentator LZ Granderson is insightful, witty, and always real. This is the podcast where culture gets a conscience and nothing is off-limits.   For more about LZ and his work check out: http://lzgrandersonshow.org/   Connect on Social Media Twitter/X: https://x.com/lzgranderson?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lzgranderson/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@lzgranderson?invite=4 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1lzgranderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LZ-Granderson-100057700284324/

Eric Church on AI in Country Music, “Evangeline vs. the Machine,” and Why Grammys Don’t Matter | LZ Granderson Show

Country icon Eric Church sits down with LZ Granderson for a wide-ranging conversation about music, meaning, and the state of modern country. From the creation of his new album Evangeline vs. the Machine to his unfiltered take on AI-generated music and the Grammys, Church opens up like never before.   They dive into: The biggest problems with AI-generated music (1:12) The rollout and vision behind Evangeline vs. the Machine (5:15) How Eric approaches songwriting and lyrical ambiguity (14:45) Revisiting “Springsteen” and his all-time favorite record (13:30) Whether Grammy nominations still matter in today’s industry (23:53) What he’s listening to right now (27:21) Collaborating with Ledisi (29:20) His thoughts on AI in Country Music and what comes next (32:20) Reflections on the Hurricane Helene aftermath and rebuilding communities (38:45) The single most important thing to fix in local communities (44:25)   🎙️ The LZ Granderson Show brings honest conversations at the intersection of music, culture, and character — with the artists shaping today’s stories.   #EricChurch #LZGranderson #CountryMusic #EvangelineVsTheMachine #AIinMusic #Springsteen #Ledisi #Grammys #Podcast #MusicIndustry From ESPN and CNN to ABC.and The L.A. Times, LZ Granderson hosts bold conversations that meet the beating pulse of entertainment, sports, pop culture, and beyond. Each week, LZ sits down with a compelling guest—from athletes and artists to activists and icons—for unfiltered, thought-provoking dialogue about the stories shaping our world. Emmy award-winning journalist and cultural commentator LZ Granderson is insightful, witty, and always real. This is the podcast where culture gets a conscience and nothing is off-limits.   For more about LZ and his work check out: http://lzgrandersonshow.org/   Connect on Social Media Twitter/X: https://x.com/lzgranderson?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lzgranderson/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@lzgranderson?invite=4 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1lzgranderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LZ-Granderson-100057700284324/

Antonio Villaraigosa: “Uncontested Elections Are a Threat to Democracy” | LZ Granderson Show

Former Los Angeles Mayor and 2026 gubernatorial candidate Antonio Villaraigosa joins LZ Granderson for a candid conversation about power, leadership, and the future of American democracy. From his first run for office to lessons learned in defeat, Villaraigosa reflects on what politics taught him — and why so few people challenge incumbents today. They dive into: Why Antonio Villaraigosa first ran for office (4:43) How he handled both victory and loss (11:58) Whether too many older politicians still dominate government (20:58) His reaction to Prop 50 and what it reveals about modern politics (30:32) Why uncontested elections weaken civic engagement (32:52) The “three tiers” of American voters — and why most people fall into the wrong one (35:30) 🎙️ Plus: Villaraigosa discusses his upcoming run for Governor of California in 2026, what’s driving him to go for the state’s highest office, and what the people of California should expect from his campaign. #AntonioVillaraigosa #LZGranderson #CaliforniaPolitics #Democracy #Governorship #Elections #Podcast #Leadership From ESPN and CNN to ABC.and The L.A. Times, LZ Granderson hosts bold conversations that meet the beating pulse of entertainment, sports, pop culture, and beyond. Each week, LZ sits down with a compelling guest—from athletes and artists to activists and icons—for unfiltered, thought-provoking dialogue about the stories shaping our world. Emmy award-winning journalist and cultural commentator LZ Granderson is insightful, witty, and always real. This is the podcast where culture gets a conscience and nothing is off-limits.   For more about LZ and his work check out: http://lzgrandersonshow.org/   Connect on Social Media Twitter/X: https://x.com/lzgranderson?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lzgranderson/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@lzgranderson?invite=4 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1lzgranderson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LZ-Granderson-100057700284324/