Episode 5 featuring former NBA Star Mahmoud Abdul Rauf

Episode 6 Featuring professional basketball player Jawad Williams

On this episode, I sat down with professional basketball player and author, Jawad Williams. Listen to Jawad detail his college recruitment process (1:40), describe the Duke/UNC rivalry and what it's like playing those games, winning a bet against Michael Jordan (13:10) and his thoughts on The Last Dance (17:10). He also explains his experience on NBA Draft Night in 2005 and what it was like signing with his hometown team, the Cleveland Cavs (28:58). If you've ever wondered what it's like being a teammate of LeBron James (37:17) or Shaquille O'Neal (41:44), you'll enjoy this episode. Lastly, we discuss Jawad's journey to become an author (56:35). You can follow Jawad on Instagram & Twitter at @worldwad and you can check out his websites www.jawadwilliams.com and strivetoexcel.org. You can follow me on Instagram at @cja_squared and  @themeetyourneighborpod  Thanks for listening & I hope you enjoy! Don’t for get to listen to my previous episodes. ***Music by Rob Cornelius (@nohr_rob)***

Episode 5 featuring former NBA Star Mahmoud Abdul Rauf

On this episode, I sat down with former NBA player & activist Mahmoud Abdul Rauf. Mahmoud was the 3rd pick in the 1990 NBA Draft. We start the interview off by discussing his college recruitment process. Then we move on to Mahmoud’s thoughts on the NCAA (8:45). Of course, we had to discuss his decision to sit during the national anthem (14:30) and his thoughts on Colin Kaepernick. Mahmoud shares his mindset on playing against the top players in the league (18:55), scoring 32 vs MJ & the Bulls (22:00) and Kevin Durant joining the Warriors (26:25). Finally, we close out the interview with Mahmoud’s thoughts on having the courage to be an activist. You can follow Mahmoud on Instagram at @mahmoudar123. You can follow me on Instagram at @cja_squared and @themeetyourneighborpod Thanks for listening & I hope you enjoy! Don’t for get to listen to Episodes 1-4 ***Music by Cunningh4m (@cunningh4m)***

Episode 4 featuring NYC barber Gabe DeJesus

On this episode, I sit down with my friend and barber/fashion designer, Gabe DeJesus. We recorded this episode in Brooklyn, NY, so naturally we talk about the state of the Brooklyn Nets (1:40). Next, we discuss his dreams of playing basketball & his journey from Cleveland to Brooklyn (11:20). Gabe then tells us about living in NYC (18:30), working in NYC barbershops (22:50), and working as a bike messenger (29:38). Later on, we learn how he started designing his own clothes (42:15) & the importance of marketing & building value in your products (50:40). You can check out his website www.momentnyc.net or on Instagram at @momentclo_. Thanks for listening & I hope you enjoy! ***Music by Cunningh4m (@cunningh4m)***

Episode 3 Featuring tattoo artist Ken Kile

On this episode, we sit down with my friend & tattoo artist, Ken Kile. We discuss his entry into the tattoo industry (1:10), working as an apprentice (3:25), learning by trial & error (9:10) and going from tattoo artist to shop owner (20:11). If you’ve ever wanted to know more about the tattoo industry, this is a great episode to listen to. You can see Ken’s work on Instagram at @kenkiletattoo and on Facebook at Ken Kile. Thanks for listening & I hope you enjoy! ***Music by Cunningh4m (@cunningh4m)***

Episode 2 with Coach Sam “Snoop” Jones of the Canton Charge

On this episode, we sit down with Sam "Snoop" Jones, Associate Head Coach of the NBA G League's Canton Charge. We discuss his transition from Division 2 college basketball to playing professionally in Europe. From There, we discuss being hired by the Cleveland Cavaliers NBA G League affiliate, Canton Charge (20:36) & what it's like coaching within the Cavs organization (26:00). Snoop also shares some stories about LeBron James (29:49) &. Kyrie Irving (34:15). If you've ever wondered what it's like to play and coach professional basketball, you will enjoy this episode.