On 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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On 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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In 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—and why every lyric should reflect real life ✔️ Hosting his first-ever celebrity influencer basketball game on his birthday ✔️ Why it’s about more than hooping—it’s about youth engagement, legacy, and opportunity ✔️ Launching his nonprofit initiatives like For My Village to serve kids and creatives ✔️ What’s next: music, new performances, and continuing to lead with purpose

This episode is all about finding your lane, doing it with intention, and remembering it’s always bigger than you.

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