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Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 89: You vs YouIn this episode, Jarrod is joined by repeat guests Mike and Kaala in the studio. Mike has written his first book and it is called "You vs You" the 3-Step Guide to Being Yourself without the Fear of Judgment and Achieving Personal Freedom.
They discuss the book as a group and cover many of the topics spoken about in the book such as being yourself without compromise, getting over the judgment of others, bullying, the balance of being able to be 100% yourself in today's world, the difference of happiness from internal growth vs happiness from external factors, and many more.
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Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 87: NFL Draft 1st Round Predictions 2024Jarrod, Demaine, and Jarvez discuss the upcoming NFL Draft. They call Marc up, and they all give their predictions on who will get drafted in the 1st Round on Thursday Night.2024-04-231h 37
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 86: First Lady of Boyzim!Desiree makes her Keeping It Real With Jarrod Lawrence debut. It is a very entertaining conversation.2024-04-221h 52
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 85: The Cousins Have Something To SayJarrod's cousins (Jarrell, KJ, Sydnee, and Tameka) are in town, and they have a lot to get off their chest. Sorry for the delay, but enjoy the first episode of 2023!2023-07-061h 55
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 84: Rip CityJarrod returns re-energized after a hiatus partly due to the Portland Trail Blazers being 3-0, and no thanks to the rest of his sports teams playing badly right now. He talks about the changes the Blazers have made and why they look impressive, Brett Favre stealing money, why is Ime Udoka cheating on Nia Long? Hurricane Ian, Maverick City kicking out Dante Bowe, what's Jarrod's idea of a relationship? are podcasts the new tv shows? Why Keeping It Real With Jarrod Lawrence will not be going to YouTube, is it okay to try to holla at a woman's sister if...2022-10-2555 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 83: Reality CheckJarrod starts things off with an apology, then he discusses the tragic murder of PnB Rock and who is really at fault? Should we be sharing our locations when we go out? and should DJ Akademiks be compared to Adam22 for posting interview clips after someone has died? Scott Frost gets fired on his day off, Jarrod chastises Nebraska for taking so long to finally hire a Black head coach, and Jarrod advises people not to rush and buy things in this current climate.
Music: Meek Mill - Left Hollywood
Kanye West feat. Jay Z & J. Ivy - Never Let...2022-09-1758 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: December 20, 2007Parysh and Seye join Jarrod and D'Angelo in studio2022-09-161h 30
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 81: The J-Law JinxJarrod starts the episode off by explaining the J-Law Jinx and the correlation between it and his dating life, he contemplates a return to F.U.F.N. ponders if non-monogamy is really meant for him, and can he be satisfied emotionally in a relationship? Then he gets to some topics and discusses Fanni Willis trying to clean Atlanta up, Aquib Talib's brother charged with murder, 21 Savage says put the guns down, Angela Yee is leaving the Breakfast Club, the importance of Struggle meals, Jarrod bought a new tv, he explains why men should avoid Toxic Women at all costs...2022-09-0852 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 80: STATE OF THE JARROD 2022Jarrod recaps the last year of his life, and what to expect in the upcoming year.
Music: Jay Electronica - Real Magic
Jadakiss - Still Feel Me2022-08-181h 12
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 79: Vacation RecapJarrod recaps his summer vacation trip to Las Vegas and Texas!
Music: Beyonce - Church Girl
Beyonce - Heated2022-08-011h 16
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: April 9, 2009 Pt. 3 (The Finale)Throwback Episode: April 9, 2009 Pt. 3 (The Finale) by Jarrod Lawrence2022-07-081h 03
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: April 9, 2009 Pt. 2 (The Finale)Throwback Episode: April 9, 2009 Pt. 2 (The Finale) by Jarrod Lawrence2022-07-081h 03
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: April 9, 2009 Pt. 1 (The Finale)Throwback Episode: April 9, 2009 Pt. 1 (The Finale) by Jarrod Lawrence2022-07-081h 12
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 78: The ContentJarrod starts this Pre-Birthday episode off by jumping into the hottest topic going on in the streets. Baby Mama vs. Baby Daddy vs. McDonald's, then he dives into Roe V. Wade being overturned and what that means going forward, he gives a few thoughts on the Uvalde school tragedy, Jarrod attempts to figure out what's going on with Deshaun Watson, Rest in Peace Trouble (Jarrod tells a story of being put in an a scary situation after going on a date), why are guys mad at Lorie Harvey? Beyonce has a new song, R. Kelly and Ghislaine Maxwell were both...2022-06-301h 31
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 76: A Show About Nothing or EverythingMike is back on the mainland! He stops by the studio to kick it with Jarrod, along with Demaine. They are joined by Jarvez at the 32 minute mark... A lot is covered, but is anything accomplished? lol. Enjoy!
Music: Busta Rhymes feat. Kendrick Lamar - Look Over Your Shoulder
Jay Rock feat. Kendrick Lamar & Chantal - Pay For It2022-06-022h 48
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: December 17, 2008Throwback Episode: December 17, 2008 by Jarrod Lawrence2022-05-232h 24
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 75: Divided We StandDamian joins Jarrod in studio and they discuss Jarrod's upcoming Vegas trip and why he feels the need to bring so much luggage. Jarrod admits that he is addicted to Social Media. They attempt to discuss the recent leaked draft that discusses overturning Roe V. Wade, then Damian suggest adding Sara to the conversation. They spend some time discussing the draft and the ramifications. And what exactly is the Republican's Ultimate goal with all of this? They shift gears and Jarrod and Sara discuss the Real Housewives, Jarrod's Coffee Dates, sliding into DM's on Instagram, and much more!
Music: Lil...2022-05-132h 39
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 74: Family AffairThe long awaited, much anticipated Cousins Episode is finally here! Tameka, Kenya, and Jarrell join Jarrod in studio to discuss Non-Monogamy, Love, Relationships, upbringing, and they finally get to the bottom of Jarrell's "Situationship". Tameka's daughter Sydnee joins the conversation at 1 hour and 4 minute mark to give us an inside look into what life is like for an 18 year old. Also, be sure to subscribe to her YouTube page, J'adore Syd. This episode is a Classic!
Music: King George - Keep on Rollin
Monica - Commitment2022-05-042h 28
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 73: Better Late Than NeverThis episode is a week late, but Jarrod makes up for lost time. He starts off by showing Love to his friend Los Acie's music, he talks about the part episodes on The Daily podcast about "When Texas Went After Transgender Care" and The Daily podcast episode "How Two Friends Beat Amazon and Built a Union". Jarrod gives a stock update and how he is moving forward in this uneven market. He talks about the tragedy at Icon Park that took Tyre Sampson's life, and who is to blame? Ron DeSantis passes the "Don't Say Gay" bill and goes to...2022-05-031h 11
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 72: Should Women Pay for The First Date?Jarrod calls Kaala and poses the question: Should a woman pay for the first date if she asks a guy out? The conversation takes a few twists and turns and gets deep at the end. This is definitely an episode where you will learn a few things.
Music: Joe Budden - I Gotta Ask
Joe Budden feat. Emanny - Only Human2022-04-2840 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: August 14, 2008Joe Ferneezy joins Jarrod and Demaine in studio for the first time!2022-04-271h 41
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 71: Which Side of History?After 2 weeks of Will and Jada/Marriage talk, Jarrod finally gets back to discussing actual topics. He starts things off by discussing the Dwayne Haskins tragedy and why some things still don't make sense, then he revisits the Winter Park Wedding shooting of Daniel Knight and tries to make sense of it all. After that, Jarrod attempts to tackle the new 15 week abortion bill that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed, and who the bill really benefits? Markeith Loyd finally receives his sentence and it is the Death Penalty (Is that the right punishment?), and Jarrod closes things off with...2022-04-251h 07
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 70: Mike, Mike, MikeJarrod returns with another 5 mic episode. This time he calls Mike and they discuss if Dame Dash was trying to motivate Kanye West when he ignored him, they get deep into relationship talk and discuss why people get married, is marriage even necessary? What constitutes a happy relationship? The influence that the older generations had on our views of Love. They talk a little bit more about Jada and Will, Jarrod tells Mike about his summer vacation plans, and Mike surprises Jarrod by talking about A Madea Homecoming!
Music: Lupe Fiasco - WAV Files
John Legend feat. Kanye West...2022-04-131h 08
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 69: Jarrod Table TalkJarrod discusses the slap heard around the World that Will Smith delivered to Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars, and then he does a deep dive into what's really going on in the marriage between Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith
Music: Meek Mill - Intro (Championships)
Meek Mill - Issues
Meek Mill - Going Bad2022-04-011h 08
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 68: Jeen-Yuhs?Jarrod calls D'Angelo to discuss the new Kanye West Netflix documentary Jeen-Yuhs. They give their opinions on it and Jarrod tries to figure out if Kanye is really a Genius or is he suffering from Mental Health issues?2022-03-1158 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: June 18, 2008Throwback Episode: June 18, 2008 by Jarrod Lawrence2022-03-061h 33
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 67: You Only Die OnceJarrod kicks things off by recapping his busy weekend, including nice win by the UCF women's basketball team, and some interesting restaurant experiences. Jarrod touches on the Russia/Ukraine situation, and then he ponders the idea of buying a fake wedding ring to use to pick up women, and then shows some Love to the LGBTQ community by playing a song by an artist named Yves. Jarrod gives his opinion on the Juwan Howard situation, and he discusses the new Kanye West "Jeen-Yuhs" documentary on Netflix, and Tyler Perry's "A Madea Homecoming", also on Netflix
Music: Nappy Roots - Dreamin
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Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 66: The Joe Rogan N-experienceJarrod finally has the long awaited conversation with Marc about Joe Rogan. They discuss his remarks and if they feel that he is racist. Then they talk about Awkwafina and the accusations of her using a Blaccent and AAVE. They talk about the Black Mercedes that has been terrorizing East Orlando, and they delve into recent cases of Police Brutality, and Jarrod explains why he doesn't like the term Defund The Police. This was a great conversation overall.
Music: Big K.R.I.T. - Another Naive Individual Glorifying Greed and Encouraging Racism
Big K.RI.T. - Drinking Sessions2022-02-221h 25
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 65: The Next EpisodeJarrod kicks things off by recapping the Super Bowl, but he is more focused on the halftime show and Mary J. Blige's legs. Jarrod also claims that Nuthin But a G Thang was played during the halftime show (and he has proof!). He then discusses Jay Z and Meek Mill's efforts to not have rappers lyrics used against them in court, he proposes "Hip Hop Reform", he continues his CJ McCollum farewell tour with CJ's Top 5 Blazer moments, he gets a Jewish person's perspective on the whole Whoopi Goldberg situation, he explains why Popeye's has the WORST service in the...2022-02-171h 27
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 64: Farewell Christian James McCollumJarrod starts the show off with reaction to the CJ McCollum trade, and he looks back at his time in Portland. Then he calls D'Angelo and gets his Super Bowl prediction, and they discuss what they think will happen during the halftime show. They also talk a little about the Brian Flores situation. After that, Jarrod calls Jaki to have him on the show for the first time. They discuss a multitude of topics including the Super Bowl, Blue Lives Matter/Black Lives Matter, racial inequality, the CJ McCollum trade, is Jalen Ramsey overrated? The state of Nebraska football, and...2022-02-102h 40
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: April 1, 2009Throwback Episode: April 1, 2009 by Jarrod Lawrence2022-02-072h 32
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 63: Remember The Good TimesJarrod starts the show off by paying his respects to his late friend Doreen, another wild week of NFL football, shooting his shot at the club, Chris' new song, Jarrod's new phone plan, the mysterious deaths of Lauren Smith-Fields and Brenda Rawls in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Kendrick Johnson update, meeting a female Blazer fan at Publix, a deep conversation with a Walmart worker in the detergent aisle, Royal Rumble recap, Impossible Burger is good? Not spending any money this week, Is Tom Brady really retiring? and much more!
Music: Oddisee - Contradiction's Maze
Crissanji - Heart Attack (Subscribe to his YouTube...2022-02-011h 35
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 61: Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2022Jarrod celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day by discussing and offering insight into MLK's famous "I Have a Dream" and I've Been to The Mountaintop" speeches2022-01-1855 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 60: Here We Go Steelers!Jarrod pays his respects to Bob Saget, he recaps the Steelers wild Overtime win over the Ravens and stress of them almost missing the playoffs, Police have identified Young Dolph's killer, Jarrod shares some upcoming 2023 podcast news, he gives updates on Dominique and Kaala, offers his predictions for the College Football Championship game, and details his Taco Bell experience from last night and why the fast food industry is in trouble.
Music: Drake feat. Playboi Carti - Pain 1993
Tyler, The Creator - Corso2022-01-1146 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: January 12, 2008Throwback Episode: January 12, 2008 by Jarrod Lawrence2022-01-071h 25
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 58: Merry Christmas!Jarrod kicks things off by discussing his new job and his Christmas plans. With the new Omicron variant invading the Country, has Jarrod's opinion changed on COVID? Adam Silver says that the NBA won't pause their season. Is that the right decision? Why are fans still allowed in arenas? Jarrod gives a new timeline on his return to dating, Judge Faith Jenkins was on the Breakfast Club dropping gems. Jarrod takes a different look at the Travis Scott/Astro World Tragedy, What's going on with all of the crime in Orlando? and he takes a look at the state of...2021-12-2459 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 57: I'm Ready For What's NextJarrod returns with some news on his future, he recaps the past few weeks including his thoughts on Henry Ruggs DUI car crash, Brian Laundrie being found dead, the Miya Marcano story, new age creeps, did Urban Meyer technically cheat? Will Smith finally admits he has an open marriage, the Kryie Irving situation, Aaron Rodgers lied to all of us, PTI's 20 Year Anniversary, Is Joe Budden bi-sexual? Jarrod's current view on stocks, and much more!
For any questions, comments, or concerns, e-mail JLawRadio@Outlook.com
Music: 2Pac & Outlawz - Still I Rise
Goodie Mob - Me Tyme2021-11-051h 14
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: November 2, 2007Throwback Episode: November 2, 2007 by Jarrod Lawrence2021-10-011h 09
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 56: Only The FamilyJarrod tries to get back to normal. He recaps his trip to Tallahassee, the greatness that is A-Town wings, Crafty Crab's Boom Sauce! (Pause), more car trouble, the murder of Gabby Petito and disappearance of Brian Laundrie (Is there a double standard in how these stories are covered vs. stories involving people of color?), Ben Simmons wants out of Philadelphia (Where and when will he be traded?), Ben Roethlisberger is injured again, and Jarrod ends the episode with some stock updates
Music: Cee Lo Green - I'm Selling Soul
Nas - Street Dreams2021-09-241h 13
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 54: Mac Miller Monday'sJarrod starts off the episode by explaining what Mac Miller Monday is, then he recaps his trip to Clearwater to visit Mike and Clarissa. He talks about the Steelers preseason game against the Cowboys and which players impressed him, he gives his thoughts on the NBA Draft, The Portland Trailblazers draft, Blazers Summer League, and Jarrod is finally starting to come around to the idea of Chauncey Billups as the Blazers coach!
Music: Mac Miller - That's Life
Mac Miller - These Dayz2021-08-0956 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: October 10, 2007Seye makes on appearance on Keeping It Real With Jarrod Lawrence2021-08-031h 09
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 53: STATE OF THE JARROD 2021Not sure if I'm losing my mind or if I'm finding it :)2021-07-261h 25
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 52: OvertimeJarrod catches everyone up on what his work week has been like. He has an impromptu phone call with Mike to finalize their plans for the week, and then that leads to a discussion about does Damian Lillard want out of Portland? Mike's upcoming move to Puerto Rico, the Bucks winning the NBA Championship, how much should the Government have a say about people getting the vaccine? Have the my body my choice people and the anti-abortion people become what they were against? Marc played one of Jarrod's podcast in a car ride with his family (It didn't turn out...2021-07-261h 02
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 51: Single/RelationshipKaala and Jarrell return to the podcast 1 year later to give an update on what's going on in there lives. Jarrell calls in at the 33 minute mark and makes a BIG announcement, Kaala and Jarrell try to explain to Jarrod what it means to be Single and in a Relationship at the same time. They discuss Bill Cosby getting released from prison and was it the right decision? The Champlain Towers collapsing in Surfside, FL. Trick Daddy says Beyonce can't sing? and much more!
Music: Tweet - Cab Ride
Big K.R.I.T. feat. Lil Wayne & Saweetie - Addiction2021-07-121h 50
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 49: I'm Good Love, EnjoyJarrod does a deep dive on Megan Thee Stallion's new song "Thot Shit" and breaks down the message, the song, Megan wanting to reclaim the word "Thot" and Hoe" and make them positive. He talks about Sexual Freedom, and the issues that arise from it. What age is appropriate to discuss these things with children? Jarrod recommends eliminating "Body Counts" altogether. He discusses the current state of the Portland Trail Blazers and the team deciding to part ways with Terry Stotts, he gives his opinion on everything happening in the NBA playoffs, ends the show with a few more Stock...2021-06-171h 37
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 48: Black Wall StreetJarrod discusses the 100 year anniversary of the Tulsa Massacre and some of the things that he learned from listening to The Daily's podcast: The Burning of Black Tulsa. Naomi Osaka's decision to leave the French Open, The importance of taking Mental Health seriously. He talks about what he's learned from the Stock Market so far, gives some stock tips, and recaps his vacation. Jarrod also talks about all of the hip hop related shootings that have been happening lately, he talks about the need for more positive music in hip hop, and he plays a few songs off of the...2021-06-111h 41
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 47: Vax Dat Ass UpJarrod returns after a brief hiatus. He talks about what he's been up to, what he's focused on right now, getting vaccinated, The Joe Budden Podcast drama, LaMelo Ball is Back! The Blazers playoff hopes, getting off of all dating apps by his Birthday, and why it's better to be Fuck Buddies instead of Friends With Benefits
Music: Mac Miller - Rush Hour
Jay Electronica feat. Jay Z - The Blinding2021-05-151h 10
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: August 29, 2008Michelle's first time on the show!2021-04-291h 39
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 46: CrissanjiCrissanji provides the music and the conversation continues. Damian, Chris, and Jennine join Jarrod for another episode and they discuss the new Georgia Voting Laws, the Quavo and Saweetie elevator incident, Jarrod's beliefs when it comes to dating, can you have sex with the same person for the rest of your life? The pressures that come from putting on a wedding, Chris' Birthday plans, Asian Hate, the disparity in women and men's NCAA Basketball Tournament, Is there a problem with Cancel Culture? and much more!
Music: Crissanji - Days Like This
Crissanji - Bare Vibes
Crissanji - Lovin
Crissanji...2021-04-192h 17
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 45: WastedJennine, Chris, and Damian join Jarrod in studio to discuss Colorism, women having surgery to make their bodies look different, Kirk Franklin's drama with his son, Kerrion, Arkansas new abortion ban bill, and their new transgender bill and how it affects children, and much more!
Music: Crissanji - Wasted
Crissanji - Words To You
Crissanji - Famous2021-04-091h 54
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 44: Trading PlacesThe roles are reversed on this episode. Mike is in charge of asking the questions. Take a Listen, you might learn something new about Jarrod :)2021-03-311h 35
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: September 11, 2008Christina's Keeping It Real With Jarrod Lawrence Debut!2021-03-261h 44
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 43: Elvis Has Left The BuildingPart 2 of Demaine, Jarrod, and Mike's conversation. They start out by recapping the meal, then having an impromptu Joe Budden appreciation, with some Mac Miller Love, followed by a phone call to Jennine, and then they wrap things up with Elvis. There's A WHOLE LOT of randomness in this one.
Music: Notorious B.I.G. - Unbelievable2021-03-181h 44
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 42: The Boys Are Back In TownMike comes back to The Ville to visit, and Demaine pops up as a Special Guest, making his Keep It Real debut in the new studio. They talk about Jarrod's Harold & Kumar Taco Bell Experience, Chad Wheeler having mental health issues, an update on T.I. and Tiny. They give Dominique a call to see how All-Star Weekend was in Atlanta, and Jarrod asks her about her dating life. They discuss Meyers Leonard and his anti-Semitic remarks, Zain randomly calls the show, and Jarrod, Demaine, and Mike name their favorite artists and albums. This is only part 1 of what ended...2021-03-131h 26
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 41: Load ManagementJarrod drops a new episode on his "Load Management" day, and discusses a list of topics ranging from Joe Biden picking a Transgender Assistant Health Secretary, why is the media still obsessed with Donald Trump? Are there racial overtones in the Chad Wheeler domestic violence case? Morgan Wallen using the N word and getting cancelled. Was it racist? Why don't white people know the rules for saying the N word? T.I. and Tiny's Drama, Tiger Woods car crash, will he ever play golf again? What is F.U.F.N.? Kyrie Irving thinks that Kobe Bryant should be the...2021-02-271h 07
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: February 29, 2008Throwback Episode: February 29, 2008 by Jarrod Lawrence2021-02-271h 09
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 40: I'm Just Here To RantI said 2020 a few times early on in this episode, but just imagine me saying 2021 in your head. Enjoy the rant :)2021-02-191h 00
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 39: Super Bowl PredictionsJarrod randomly calls some of his friends and gets their Super Bowl Predictions
Music: J-Law - To The Top Freestyle
Jay Rock - Win2021-02-061h 21
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 38: Heaux TalesStacy stops by the studio, and her & Jarrod discuss Jazmine Sullivan's "Heaux Tales" EP and how it relates to their lives.
E-mail: JLawRadio@Outlook.com2021-01-311h 28
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: September 5, 2007 (FIRST EPISODE EVER)The first original episode of Keeping It Real With Jarrod Lawrence back in 2007, featuring my podcast mentor D'Angelo Fletcher. Shoutout to TrackCraft Studios!2021-01-281h 07
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 37: Coffee & ConversationJarrod returns with his list of low-key date spots, he contemplates if he will be able to skate thru Valentine's Day or will he have to celebrate it? he talks about why you can't go wrong with coffee and conversation, when you know it's time to move on from a situation. The Steelers sign Dwayne Haskins to a 1 year deal (which Jarrod predicted), and Lil Wayne and Kodak Black get pardoned by Trump on his way out!
Music: Oddisee - NNGE
Kodak Black - No Flockin2021-01-241h 08
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 36: Revisiting World PartyJarrod takes time to revisit Goodie Mob's "World Party" album, and give updated thoughts on it.2021-01-211h 11
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 35: Late Night Thoughts Pt. 2Jarrod gives Late Night Thoughts on the Blazers 4 game win streak ending and the injury to Nurkic, his 3 categories of dating, does being a side dude carry more responsibility than he initially thought? FB vs. FWB, what went down at the Capitol last week, 2 new podcast recommendations, Minister Farrakhan's Breakfast Club interview from 2015, what's next for the Steelers? What's wrong with Kyrie Irving? Will Harden be a good fit in Brooklyn? Is it a New Year, New Me for Jarrod? What has changed so far, he pleads for YouTube to stop giving him Wawa commercials, and much more!
Music: Waka...2021-01-151h 42
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 34: GOODBYE 2020!Jarrod catches everyone up to date on what's been going on in his life. New Year's Eve plans. Getting off of Social Media in 2021, but will he still date? The benefits of being the Side Dude. Is the $600 Stimulus Check enough? And will he take the COVID Vaccine. HAPPY NEW YEAR'S EVERYONE! Hopefully 2021 is better than 2020 was.
Music: Jim Jones - To Whom It May Concern
T.I. feat. Andre 3000 - Sorry2020-12-311h 04
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: January 16, 2009 Pt. 2Throwback Episode: January 16, 2009 Pt. 2 by Jarrod Lawrence2020-12-161h 23
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: January 16, 2009 Pt. 1Throwback Episode: January 16, 2009 Pt. 1 by Jarrod Lawrence2020-12-141h 36
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 33: TwerkgateDominique makes her long awaited Keeping It Real With Jarrod Lawrence debut. They talk about what happened at True Kitchen and who was truly at fault for Twerkgate? How old is too old for a boy to lay on his Father's chest? Dominique gives a nurses perspective about everything going on with COVID. They discuss the top 5 struggle meals, and then Jarrod nerds out with Trail Blazer and Train Talk!2020-12-081h 38
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceThrowback Episode: March 26, 2008Throwback episode from 3/26/2008 with D'Angelo, Demaine, Jarvez, and Parysh. Enjoy the laughs!2020-11-261h 27
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 32: The No Breakfast ClubMike stops by to talk about life, what's going on in the World, and some randomness!2020-11-221h 23
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 31: Biden/Harris 2020!Jarrod calls Marc so they can break down all of the madness from the Presidential Election that's happened in the past week. Donald Trump is finally out of office!
Music: Pastor Troy - No Mo Play In GA
Leon Bridges - Sweeter2020-11-121h 18
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 30: VOTE!Jarrod talks about what's been going on in his life. He goes over his Election Ballot, and talks about who he chose to vote for and what Amendments gave him pause. He poses the question why does Vegan food never look good? He takes a deeper look into all of the recent incidents of Black boys found hanging from trees, and ponders if the Black community is in denial about what's really going on. Is it mental health related or are the White Supremacists responsible for these deaths? Jarrod also asks the tough questions like, why is Only Fans not...2020-11-021h 31
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 29: The Social Media DilemmaDamian joins Jarrod in studio this week, and they break down The Social Dilemma. Jarrod talks about how the movie impacted him, and changes he will be making in the near future. Then they talk about the controversy surrounding the Netflix movie Cuties, and they give their opinions on it. They also discuss the uncomfortable parts of the movies and lessons that parents can learn from it, and whether the movie is appropriate for kids to watch? A lot of *SPOILERS* in this episode, so make sure you have watched The Social Dilemma and Cuties before you tune into this...2020-10-211h 50
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 28: Conversations with Kisha Pt. 2Part 2 of Jarrod's conversation with Kisha. Enjoy the Randomness!2020-10-091h 24
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 27: Conversations with Kisha Pt. 1After weeks of Non-Monogamy and anti-marriage talk, Jarrod finally has Kisha on the show to give her opinions on Marriage, what it takes to make one work, having desires and not acting on them, the trials and tribulations that couples go through, why women proposing to men is a no-no, and Kisha puts her husband on the phone to talk with Jarrod and provide him with some relationship advice....... Pt. 2 will be coming soon!2020-10-011h 37
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 26: Boy Meets WorldWe went all over the place with this one, talking about Relationships, Marriage, and Life in general. It was great conversation that everyone will enjoy! Rest In Peace Gerry
Music: Kota The Friend - Colorado
Mick Jenkins - Carefree2020-09-171h 46
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 25: Non-MonogamousOn this episode of Keeping It Real With Jarrod Lawrence, Kaala finally makes her in studio appearance! They are joined on the phone by Jarrod's cousin Jarrell, and the three of them discuss Monogamy, and is it natural? Are we only meant to be with one person. Is Non-Monogamy the same as an open relationship? They compare it to a Situationship and discuss the benefits. They wonder why being Non-Monogamous is so frowned upon, and Jarrod tries to get to the bottom of who is really Bout This Life? This episode is sure to keep you entertained!
Music: TLC...2020-09-032h 07
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 24: Late Night ThoughtsJust Jarrod and his thoughts on this one. Rest in Peace Chadwick Boseman. How Jarrod thinks he ended up in the FriendZone this week. Why tipping is getting out of control. Why are people saying Justice for Cannon Hinnant? Jarrod wonders if people are contradicting themselves when it comes to Jacob Blake? Tim Lima's Recovery Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/tim-lima-recovery
First listen reaction to the new Nas album. How radio stations have grown with us over the years. And Jarrod tells you about the War on Boxers! This is one of those episodes that might make you feel...2020-08-291h 19
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 23: Build Back Better?Jarrod calls D'Angelo, and they get right to it. They break down Joe Biden's pick of Kamala Harris as VP nominee. they talk about her record as a prosecutor and Attorney General, the criticism she's faced, if she was the right pick? They talk about Trump's handling of COVID-19 and if he really is to blame? Jarrod wonders what the heck is Build Back Better? They discuss violence in Chicago and Jarrod compares the coverage of it to COVID-19. They talk about Kanye's Presidential run, is Damian Lillard Clutch? The future of college football, and much more!2020-08-132h 03
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 22: SaluteJarrod takes time to remember John Lewis and talk about his funeral, and Bill Clinton's controversial comments. Rest in Peace Herman Cain. Jarrod discusses the shooting a Black Lives Matter protest that led to the death of Garrett Foster. Jarrod also ponders aloud "Why do we complain so much about Black businesses, but we allow other businesses to get away with the same stuff?". He gives a preview of what to expect with the Portland Trail Blazers NBA restart. He has a message for everyone who says "What about Chicago and Black on Black crime". He explains what's going on...2020-08-011h 19
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 21: Jarrod's ClassJarrod is joined by his good friend Marc on this episode, and they break down Cannon's Class. They also spend some time discussing kids going back to school, Andrew Gillum's statement, and the upcoming sports seasons.2020-07-222h 10
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 20: Life PartnerJarrod talks about why he has to put Wawa on punishment, his new favorite coffee, he tries to navigate around the Nick Cannon situation, he spends a lot of time discussing Jada, Will & August, and he tries to figure out what's going on in Jada and Will's marriage, and if they are still marriage goals?2020-07-171h 10
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 19: STATE OF THE JARRODIt's the State of The Jarrod. There's not much else to say. Enjoy!2020-07-092h 32
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 18: Social IntrovertsJarrod is back with Jam Packed Episode! He is joined by a special guest, LaToya Ratlieff. They talk about her whole ordeal and how she is holding up, they discuss the Rayshard Brooks case and if they think Garrett Rolfe will be found guilty. They revisit the story about Elijah McClain, give their thoughts on Aunt Jemima being cancelled, discuss whether Juneteenth should be a National Holiday, they give their thoughts on the Bubba Wallace Noose situation, they ponder if they NBA season will even start and if it will finish? 7 schools have already cancelled their fall sports (Is it...2020-07-032h 36
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 17: Protect Your MentalJarrod gives his thoughts on Dave Chappelle's 8:46 special, he talks about his time in New York and some of the racism he's encountered, he discusses the importance of your mental health and well being, and what can be done to protect it, he wonders if NASCAR is really down for the cause? How the NFL can make things right with Colin Kaepernick, and if we should get rid of the National Anthem in Sports, updates of Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor's cases, and what was Donald Trump thinking trying to hold a rally in Tulsa on Juneteenth?! Plus, the importance...2020-06-131h 14
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 16: Cold OpenJarrod Explains why there is no music to start the show, he talks about why it's so hard for him to wake up super early, and why it's hard to stay up, He discusses what Black Lives Matter really is and the origin of it, he shouts out Ben and Jerry's for fighting the good fight, he talks about the mistakes that Drew Brees and Jake Fromm both made, and the differences in their PR teams, he wonders if the riots and looting have calmed down, he speaks on his experience at the Titusville protest last week, and Jarrod takes...2020-06-131h 10
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 15: Back To The GrindJarrod talks about his new journey, how he's trying to get used to waking up early, he recaps the George Floyd funerals, the Ne-Yo controversy, and Republicans trying to dirty his name, the 3 other officers arrested, are we sure the $20 bill was even counterfeit? Minneapolis council members votes to dismantle the police department, what does that actually mean? Similarities to Camden, he gives an update on LaToya Ratlieff, and asks the question (Did we get finessed on Blackout Tuesday?). Enjoy this episode, there will be another one coming later today!
Music: Oddisee - Want Something Done
Los Acie - Got...2020-06-111h 11
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 14: This Is AmericaJarrod calls D'Angelo and they get right to it. They discuss the murder of George Floyd, why does this keep happening? Would Derek Chauvin have been arrested without the protest? Will the other 3 be arrested? How the Amy Cooper story and the George Floyd story are related, How are the protests being viewed? Outside organizations that are disrupting the protests, Are the police inciting some of the violence in these protests? Do we believe what the St. Paul police department said about Jacob Pederson? Should white people feel responsible to speak out about all of the police brutality and injustices...2020-06-021h 46
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 13: Stay Low and BuildJarrod finally has a job! He speaks a little bit about it, he talks about what happened with the podcast he recorded last week, he speaks on the passing on Shawn Gaspard and Hana Kimura, the effects of cyber bullying, the importance of knowing when to walk away from certain situations, why was everyone in Daytona this weekend? Jarrod talks about why he's done going to big functions this year, the NBA is coming to Disney? And Jarrod talks about the huge spider that he saw last week. That and much more!
Music: Greg O'Quin & IPraize - Lead Me
Big...2020-05-2559 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 12: All AmericanSpoiler Alert! If you haven't watched All American, you might wanna skip this episode, or fast forward to 1:14:45. Jarrod is joined my his cousins Tameka and Jarrell. They breakdown the first 2 seasons of All American. They talk about their favorite characters, should Coach Baker and Spencer's mom have disclosed their affair earlier, was Spencer's dad right to leave the family? Should Spencer have left Crenshaw in the first place? Is Layla the right girl for him? Can he return to full strength after the shooting? Should Coach Baker's wife take him back? Is Olivia about to nose dive into a...2020-05-151h 38
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 11: Run With MaudJarrod's back with another solo episode. He breaks down the Ahmaud Arbery case, why it took so long for arrests to be made, what is a citizen's arrest? the corruption going on in the Glynn County police department, He compares the Ahmaud Arbery case to the Trayvon Martin case and discusses the similarities. Jarrod touches on the Sean Reed incident, talks about Mother's Day, trying to order takeout from Bahama Breeze, why is Father's Day so disrespected? Jarrod gives his review of the Tiramisu Oreos, and much more!
Music: Goodie Mob - The Day After
Tamela Mann - Take Me...2020-05-121h 12
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 10: Hawaii Five-0Jarrod is back after missing a week. He goes solo on this episode as he discusses The Last Dance (episodes 3 & 4), walking around his neighborhood at night, he discusses some peoples lack of appreciation for Martin Luther King Jr and why he deserves his props, the Malcolm x docu-series, comparing Martin and Malcolm, States are starting to open back up, Joe Biden has been accused of sexual assault (are we rushing to judgment?), breaking down if Donald Trump really told us to drink disinfectants, Jarrod tells his Legendary Hawaii story, he ponders why Red Velvet Oreos are so hard to find...2020-05-051h 50
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 9: Free Your Mind, And The Rest Will FollowMike returns for his encore presentation, but this time Damian is in studio to debate him on things he disagrees with. They discuss their beliefs on what causes the Coronavirus, if it actually is a virus? Are hospitals really empty? Is the Government behind the whole Coronavirus pandemic? Mike leaves halfway thru, but Jarrod Damian continue the conversation, they touch on the Rob Gronkowski trade, and mock the first 10 picks of the upcoming NFL draft, is Governor Kemp putting the whole State of Georgia at risk by reopening the State? The discuss the Last Dance, and Damian questions Jarrod about...2020-04-222h 00
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 8: Taking The Red PillThe long awaited sit down with Mike! Jarrod has Mike in studio and gives him total control. They discuss Mike's journey to where he is now, his views on the world today (including the Coronavirus), his spiritual growth and discovering true happiness, and much more. This is an controversial episode you definitely don't want to miss!
Music: Bill Hicks - It's Just A Ride
Nas - New World2020-04-182h 05
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 7: Parents Just Don't UnderstandOn this episode, Jarrod calls his cousin Meka because she wants to speak on what it's like raising a teenager, what parents can do to better understand their children, what it's like working in a hospital during COVID19, why Meka is not dating during the pandemic, Meka responds to Rell's comments about Black men not being able to open up emotionally to their spouses, and much more. If you are a parent or you have children who's lives you are involved in, this is an episode that you need to listen to! Also, be sure to share this with any...2020-04-161h 31
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 6: What Men WantJarrod calls his cousin Rell because he wants to give a man's point of view to some of the things that Kaala talked about, They discuss if having sex too early can ruin your chances of having a successful relationship, Jarrod gives his theory that a lot of relationships will end after the Coronavirus is over, Does having kids ruin relationships? What's an acceptable First Date? Do you have to spend a lot of money on the first date? Should we be tipping DJ's? Is it over for the Hot Boy/Hot Girl Summer because of COVID-19? They re-visit the...2020-04-111h 59
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 5: Chess Not CheckersJarrod and Cousin Kenya discuss Tiger King, why Jarrod is on Team Carole, Everyone's Cult like behavior, Comparing Doc Antles to R. Kelly, Why does everyone love Joe Exotic so much, the other characters involved in the show, and much more.
Music: D.G. Yola - Ain't Gon Let Up
Goodie Mob - In My Shoes2020-04-0947 min
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 4: COVID-19Jarrod starts off with another Coffee rant. He thought he found his "Coffee Home", but it was too good to be true. After that, Jarrod gives D'Angelo a call and they talk about how things are in Chicago amidst Covid-19, did Governor DeSantis wait too long to issue the stay at home order in Florida? Was he looking out for the businesses best interests over the peoples? Is 5G responsible for the Coronavirus? They try to get to the bottom of who is responsible for the fire at Dancers Royale, will the NFL season start on time like Trump said...2020-04-061h 57
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 3: The Andrew Gillum ReBrandJarrod welcomes his first studio guest, his cousin Kenya. The talk about the Coronavirus and the effects that it's having on the economy, Kenya's Coronavirus theory, was Andrew Gillum set up, and how we would rebrand him to get him back into politics, is WrestleMania worth watching at this point? should the NBA season be cancelled? Does Tom Brady make the Bucs a Super Bowl contender, and much more!
Music: Wale - Powerball (Freestyle)
Wale - Gotta Be Magic2020-04-011h 52
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 2: Escape The FriendZoneJarrod calls his friend Kaala to talk about dating, sex, what's an acceptable first date, getting out of the FriendZone, why he's having trouble finding the right woman, how Kaala is enjoying living in Qatar, and much more!
Music: Goodie Mob - Beautiful Skin
Rapsody - A Song About Nothing2020-03-311h 28
Keeping It Real With Jarrod LawrenceEpisode 1: Spring TrainingAfter 10 years away from the game, Jarrod comes back like Jordan wearing the 45. He talks about how he originally got into podcasting, what the past 10 years of his life have been like. The current state of his life, Social Distancing, The toilet paper craze, Churches in trouble, putting Hot Chocolate in Coffee, finding a "Coffee Home" and whole lot of randomness!
Music: Skipp Coon - Women Revolution Tennis Shoes
Skipp Coon - I Can't Cope2020-03-301h 11