Episodes

  • Inside the Sneaker Game: Dallas Stokes & Rob Purvy on Design, Innovation & Culture

    Inside the Sneaker Game: Dallas Stokes & Rob Purvy on Design, Innovation & Culture
    Nov 4 2025
    In this episode of Dope Interviews, host Warren Shaw sits down with two legends shaping the game from the inside: Dallas Stokes, lead designer for ANTA and Kyrie Irving’s sneaker line, and Rob Purvy, veteran product developer for Reebok, Adidas, and Vans, now leading innovation at Algenesis.

    Together, they unpack the real craft behind sneaker design and product development — from creating signature shoes for superstars like Kyrie Irving and Shaquille O’Neal, to the untold story behind Dee Brown’s Reebok Pump dunk that changed basketball culture forever.

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    49 mins
  • From Brooklyn to Burger King Will Crown Rules

    From Brooklyn to Burger King Will Crown Rules
    Oct 21 2025
    Will Crown joins Dope Interviews for a powerful conversation about music, legacy, and going viral in today’s creative world. Hosted by Warren Shaw, this episode digs deep into Crown’s journey from Brooklyn hip-hop ciphers and Air Force service to becoming the voice behind Burger King’s iconic “You Rule” jingle. Tune in for inspiring stories about breaking into the music business, landing big syncs in TV and film, navigating online love and hate, and learning from legends like Snoop Dogg. Will shares his creative process, real advice for creators, and how to build your legacy beyond the fame. Whether you’re into NBA culture, urban music, or want to hear how authenticity pays off, this episode delivers raw insight and motivation for anyone chasing success in the audio era.

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    35 mins
  • Inside Disney’s “Stay”: Megalyn Echikunwoke & Mo McRae Talk Love, Pain, and the Supernatural

    Inside Disney’s “Stay”: Megalyn Echikunwoke & Mo McRae Talk Love, Pain, and the Supernatural
    Oct 9 2025
    This special Dope Interviews/Reviews episode dives into the supernatural thriller Stay, from Disney’s Andscape — starring Megalyn Echikunwoke and Mo McRae, directed by Jas Summers.

    Host Warren Shaw gets exclusive press junket access, talking to the cast and director about how Stay blends love, pain, and supernatural tension into a story about vulnerability, spirituality, and the Black experience.

    Watch “Stay” on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ as part of Huluween.

    00:00 – Intro: Warren Shaw opens the Stay press junket special
    00:35 – Introducing Megalyn Echikunwoke & Mo McRae
    01:20 – Why they said yes to Stay
    02:15 – Mo on representing complex relationships & loss
    03:00 – The cultural weight of expressing pain in Black communities
    04:10 – Megalyn on playing vulnerability vs. the “strong Black character” trope
    05:45 – Exploring the “fight with yourself” scene and its symbolism
    07:10 – Mo on ego, identity, and emotional duality
    08:25 – Megalyn’s Executive Producer role and shaping the film’s tone
    09:40 – Director Jas Summers joins the conversation
    10:20 – Jas on blending romance, horror, and African spirituality
    12:00 – Visual storytelling: color, light, and emotional contrast
    13:30 – The cultural lens: how people of color process pain differently
    15:10 – Building chemistry with Megalyn & Mo as a two-person cast
    17:00 – Why Jas chose a supernatural thriller as his first project
    18:30 – Cultural symbolism: drums, love, and ancestral roots
    19:40 – Warren’s final review: the emotional resonance of Stay
    20:25 – Closing reflections on representation, art, and vulnerability

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    22 mins
  • Lady London on the Music Industry, Pressure & Purpose

    Lady London on the Music Industry, Pressure & Purpose
    Oct 7 2025
    Lady London pulls the curtain back. In this episode of Dope Interviews, Warren Shaw sits down with Lady London as she discusses her new three-part Tubi docuseries, Always, Lady London, the process of completing a major album, the pressure of fame versus privacy, and how family, faith, and the road influence her artistry.


    00:00 — Show open / intro
    00:09 — Warren intro: Lady London, album + three-part docu on Tubi
    00:51 — How fans helped shape the doc & storytelling
    01:25 — Private life lived publicly
    02:52 — Caribbean influence on the album?
    03:11 — Money, sacrifice, and choosing art over a 9–5
    04:43 — Touring and the day-to-day grind of being a full-time artist
    05:24 — Family legacy:
    06:16 — Critical acclaim vs. being boxed in as a freestyler
    07:25 — Touring with Coco Jones:
    08:19 — Faith, temperament, and what she hopes fans take away from the doc

    Catch Lady London's content: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJtctHLn8knCZm0DpTrXYpA

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    11 mins
  • Flipping Stunts, Flipping Pages: La Faye Baker on Hollywood & Her Anthology of Voices

    Flipping Stunts, Flipping Pages: La Faye Baker on Hollywood & Her Anthology of Voices
    Sep 23 2025
    In this episode of Dope Interviews, host Warren Shaw sits down with Hollywood trailblazer La Faye Baker — the first African American woman to coordinate stunts on a major project. From doubling for legends like Angela Bassett and Regina King to launching the Action Icon Awards, Baker has spent decades breaking barriers in Hollywood and beyond.

    Now, she’s shifting her impact to the next generation with her groundbreaking new book, You’re Not Listening To… What I Have to Say, an anthology amplifying the voices of young women and addressing topics like depression, bullying, suicide, and resilience.

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    29 mins
  • Teflon Young King on “Life Scriptures,” Reggae’s Evolution & Dancehall’s Future

    Teflon Young King on “Life Scriptures,” Reggae’s Evolution & Dancehall’s Future
    Sep 9 2025
    In this episode of Dope Interviews, Warren Shaw sits down with Teflon Young King, one of reggae and dancehall’s most powerful voices, to break down his new album Life Scriptures. From his early days clashing in high school to becoming a global artist, Teflon shares his journey, the inspiration behind his music, and why staying rooted in culture and consciousness matters now more than ever.

    We dive into the making of Life Scriptures, collaborations with Jesse Royal, Bugle, Pressure Buss Pipe, and Anthony B, plus the messages of resilience, love, and spiritual growth that fuel the project. Teflon also opens up about owning his label, mentoring young artists, and preparing for his international tour.

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    Buy Life Scriptures: https://music.apple.com/bz/album/life-scriptures-album/1830346811

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    46 mins
  • Inside Cult Life: LaNisa Frederick Unpacks the Black Experience with Humor & Healing

    Inside Cult Life: LaNisa Frederick Unpacks the Black Experience with Humor & Healing
    May 21 2025
    Step inside an honest, powerful conversation with actress and comedian LaNisa Frederick on "Dope Interviews." In this episode, LaNisa opens up about her upbringing in a doomsday church, her journey into acting, and the creation of her podcast "Black and Cultivated." Hear firsthand how she navigated religious trauma, why she centers Black and Brown voices in cult survivor spaces, and how humor and community play a role in healing.

    Join host Warren Shaw as he and LaNisa explore groupthink, the realities of leaving a cult, the importance of therapy, and what it means to reclaim your story.

    Whether you’re interested in cult psychology, the intersection of race and spirituality, or stories of resilience, this episode offers insight, laughter, and inspiration-perfect for your next listen.

    • 00:00 – Defining a Cult: Lanisa’s Perspective
    • 01:35 – Lanisa’s Journey Into Acting & Entertainment
    • 03:30 – Theater Roots and Career Highlights
    • 05:00 – Launching "Black and Cultivated"
    • 08:20 – Finding Black Cult Survivors: The Call-Out Process
    • 10:40 – What Makes a Cult? Not Just Religion
    • 12:50 – How Lanisa Left Her Cult
    • 16:07 – Blending Comedy With Trauma
    • 19:00 – Guest Selection & Creating Safe Spaces
    • 21:30 – Cult Hopping: Why People Join Multiple Groups
    • 23:46 – Therapy & Healing in Black and Brown Communities
    • 27:45 – Guest and Audience Reactions
    • 30:21 – Non-Black Listeners and Broader Reception
    • 32:28 – Centering Black & Brown Voices
    • 34:22 – Season Structure and Future Plans
    • 35:17 – Biggest Lessons Learned
    • 36:35 – The Strangest Cults Encountered
    • 37:07 – Final Message: Breaking Shame and Finding Healing


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    41 mins
  • Unlock the Secrets of Podcasting Success with Hall of Famer Dave Jackson

    Unlock the Secrets of Podcasting Success with Hall of Famer Dave Jackson
    May 7 2025
    Unlock the secrets of podcasting success with Hall of Fame podcaster Dave Jackson! In this episode of Dope Interviews, host Warren Shaw dives deep with Dave about his journey from the early days of podcasting to becoming the Head of Podcasting at Podpage. Discover actionable tips on audience engagement, the evolution of podcasting tech, why every podcaster needs a website, and how to stand out in a celebrity-saturated landscape.

    Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned creator, Dave shares invaluable advice on finding your “why,” measuring podcast success, and leveraging tools to grow your show. Plus, get insights into the future of podcasting, the impact of AI, and why audio still reigns supreme. Don’t miss this masterclass in podcasting!


    00:34: Introduction of Dave Jackson, Podcasting Hall of Famer.
    01:27: Dave Jackson's entry into podcasting in 2005.
    03:17: The global reach and fulfilling nature of podcasting.
    04:03: Early days of the School of Podcasting and pricing lessons.
    07:26: The importance of "skin in the game" for user commitment.
    08:09: The story behind Dave's Hall of Fame induction.
    10:24: Measuring podcast success and the January boost.
    13:14: Dave's career path through podcasting organizations to Pod Page.
    15:33: The agility and customer focus at Pod Page.
    18:20: What is Pod Page and why podcasters need a website.
    21:13: Underrated Pod Page Feature: Audience Surveys.
    24:02: Pod Page Network Features.
    25:28: Excitement and Eyebrow-Raises: Podcast Consumption Growth & YouTube's Role.
    26:24: Do You HAVE to Do Video Podcasting?.
    28:18: Thoughts on AI in Podcasting.
    29:07: The Influx of Celebrity Podcasting.
    32:51: The Strangest Successful Podcast: Chameleon Breeding.
    34:55: Final advice for aspiring podcasters & Pod Page Free Preview.
    36:11: Wrap-up and Outro

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    39 mins