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Beyond BallinRandy ‘White Chocolate’ Gill on Life, Legacy & Loyalty | Beyond BallingOn this episode of Beyond Balling, LaLa Moten sits down with basketball legend Randy “White Chocolate” Gill for a conversation full of game — on and off the court. Known for his electrifying play and streetball fame, Randy shares his journey from the blacktop to professional basketball, the lessons he’s carried into life after the game, and the importance of loyalty, hard work, and self-belief. This isn’t just about basketball — it’s about mindset, legacy, and living with purpose.
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2025-08-1145 min
Beyond BallinFrom Cleats to CEO: The Veii Apparel Journey | Beyond BallingOn this episode of Beyond Balling, LaLa Moten sits down with Ike Ogwuegbu — former D1 athlete turned visionary founder of Veii Apparel. From slinging candy in middle school to building a socially conscious activewear brand worn across the country, Ike shares his journey of grit, purpose, and belief. He opens up about being inspired by Under Armour’s Kevin Plank, launching with no money, throwing a party to fund his first inventory drop, and creating impact through his 10,000 Cleats initiative. This is not just a business story — it’s a blueprint for belief.
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2025-08-1137 min
Beyond BallinJ Addo on Music, Legacy & Hooping with Purpose | Beyond BallingIn this energetic and purpose-driven episode of Beyond Balling, host LaLa Moten sits down with J Addo—recording artist, event curator, and DMV native—for a conversation that blends Afrobeats, community uplift, and legacy-building. Known for his infectious stage presence and commitment to giving back, J Addo opens up about how music, culture, and service shape everything he does.
🏀🎶 What You’ll Hear:
✔️ J Addo’s journey from children’s choir to viral DMV Afro-R&B sensation
✔️ How growing up in Silver Spring and his Ghanaian roots inform his sound and mission
✔️ The power of vulnerability in music—an...
2025-05-0631 min
Beyond BallinMawty Maw on Gold Rush, Legacy & Lyricism | Beyond BallingIn this deep and dynamic episode of Beyond Balling, host LaLa Moten sits down with DMV-based rapper, producer, and musical genius Mawty Maw. From growing up with jazz legends in the house to producing the viral University of Maryland anthem “Gold Rush,” Mawty opens up about his journey through music, sports, and self-discovery.
🎶 What’s Inside This Episode:
✔️ Growing up in a musical household—son of jazz legend Marcus Roberts
✔️ Finding his sound by blending jazz, hip hop & DMV culture
✔️ His early sports connection and local roots at DeMatha High School
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2025-05-0555 min
Beyond BallinJordan Smith (Usasfriends): From D1 Football to Music Stardom! | Beyond BallinIn this inspiring and revealing episode of Beyond Ballin, Lala Moten sits down with Jordan Smith, the standout Penn State cornerback turned recording artist, Usasfriends. They dive into his journey from the football field to the music industry, the struggles of reinventing himself after injuries, and the passion that fuels his artistry.
💭 Topics Covered in This Episode:
🔥 The transition from college football to music
🎶 How music became his therapy after injuries ended his career
🏈 The reality of being a D1 athlete & the sacrifices required
💡 The meaning behind his artist name ‘Usasfriends’
📖 His songwriting process...
2025-02-2835 min
Beyond BallinFrom Syracuse Legend to NBA: Lawrence Moten’s Untold Story | Beyond BallinIn this special episode of Beyond Ballin', host Lawrencia Moten sits down with her father, the legendary Lawrence Moten, Syracuse’s all-time leading scorer and former NBA player. From his days as a DMV high school standout to playing in the NBA and beyond, Lawrence shares his journey, his mindset, and the sacrifices he made to become a basketball icon.
They dive into: 🏀 His record-breaking career at Syracuse
🏈 Why he could have been an NFL star💭 The power of visualization and mental toughness📢 The evolution of basketball and his take on today’s NBA🎓 Life beyond...
2025-02-1737 min
Beyond BallinWhy Athletes Keep Getting Hurt - The Secret to Longevity in Sports | Beyond BallinIn this episode of Beyond Ballin, host Lala Moten sits down with sports recovery specialist and performance expert Cedric McFadden to break down the science of athletic movement, injury prevention, and the key to longevity in sports. From his own experience as a college athlete to working with top-tier athletes, Cedric shares how biomechanics and recovery techniques can transform performance.
🚨 Key Takeaways:
How Cedric’s basketball journey led him into the world of sports recovery.
The biggest mistakes athletes and trainers make when it comes to injury prevention.
The importance of proactive recovery and the misconceptions of tr...
2025-02-1735 min
Beyond BallinBuilding a Movement: How Justin Milstead Honors Lost Lives Through Basketball | Beyond BallinIn this powerful episode of Beyond Ballin', host Lawrencia "Lala" Moten sits down with Justin Milstead—founder of The Lost Ones Classic, former collegiate basketball player, and DMV native—to discuss his journey from the court to community activism.
Justin shares the deeply personal inspiration behind The Lost Ones Classic, a basketball event created to honor friends lost to gun violence while bringing athletes together to compete in their memory. From navigating the transition from sports to entrepreneurship to making a real impact in the community, this conversation is filled with motivation, authenticity, and game-changing wisdo...
2025-02-1732 min
Beyond BallinFrom the G-League to NBA Champion: Quinn Cook's Journey to Success | Beyond BallinIn this episode of Beyond Ballin, host Lawrencia Moten sits down with two-time NBA champion, NCAA champion, philanthropist, and entrepreneur Quinn Cook! 🎙️🏆 From growing up in the DMV’s legendary basketball culture to winning championships alongside Steph Curry and LeBron James, Quinn shares his journey of hard work, sacrifice, and determination.
🔥 Topics Covered:
The "Mamba Mentality" he developed from Kobe Bryant
Growing up in PG County’s basketball hotbed
Overcoming challenges in the NBA and G-League
The importance of mentorship and leadership
What it truly takes to...
2025-02-1238 min
Vault Talk: A Fallout TV Show DiscussionVault-Talk | Ep 05: The PastWe're pairing Maximus up with everyone--are you Team Thadimus or Team Maxy? Join Jessica-Star, Andrew, Ray, and Wil as we recap and discuss episode 5 of the Fallout on Prime TV Show, 'The Past'
The Ghoul is spending this ep in LaLa Land so we follow Maximus and Lucy as they finally team up in the perilous wasteland, with Maximus revealing his origins in Shady Sands. Meanwhile, Betty Pearson becomes the new Overseer of Vault 33 as Norm starts investigating the intertwined history of Vaults 31-33. Themes of trust, survival, and uncovering hidden truths run through this weeks...
2024-06-051h 23
Beyond BallinBeyond Ballin Ep 1 | Isaiah ToddIn this episode Lala sits down with NBA player Isiah Todd. Todd was drafted in the 2021 NBA draft at just 19 years old. Todd is a DMV native who has prevailed and used his life experiences to bring him success on the court. In this episode you get to find out what makes Isaiah.. Isaiah.
2022-08-1530 min
The Unpopular PodcastEp 88. New Normals!In this episode, I'm joined by Hartford Forward Lawrencia Moten as well as former University Virginia Forward Lauren Moses to discuss the impact the virus has on college athletics in the future. We also discuss Tom Brady, Jameis Winston, the 2020 Olympics and so much more!
0:00 NFL Free Agency
20:25 Olympics get postponed
26:37 Conversation with Lawrencia Moten
41:23 Conversation with Lauren Moses
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