The Underground Lounge

Part 2 officially kicks off in After Hours mode as the Underground Lounge crew is joined by Holly, the drinks are poured, and the conversation immediately goes left. With the Plastic Cup Boyz still in the building, there’s no easing into it, the filters are gone, the interruptions are constant, and the energy feels more like a late night hang than a podcast.What starts as casual banter quickly turns into a heated and hilarious debate about honesty, transparency, dating, and relationships. The room wrestles with whether women actually want the truth or if they prefer a carefully packaged version of it, and whether being completely honest is a sign of respect or just a fast track to unnecessary problems. As the discussion unfolds, real-life examples, exaggerated scenarios, and personal stories collide, turning the conversation into classic After Hours chaos.With Holly pressing the conversation forward, the lines between truth, omission, and embellishment get blurred. Arguments overlap, points get repeated louder, and nobody is backing down. The drinks don’t help, the stories get bolder, and the debate keeps circling back to one question: how honest is too honest when it comes to dating?By the time the night winds down, nothing is fully settled, but every angle has been debated, laughed at, and challenged. This is the Underground Lounge in its purest After Hours form, loud, unfiltered, and unapologetically real.

In Pt. 1 of the Underground Lounge Holiday Special, the Plastic Cup Boyz pull up and immediately turn the Lounge into a full-blown holiday family reunion. Wayne, Na'im, Joey & Harry join the show and from the very first minute, it’s nonstop jokes, reckless storytelling, and classic Plastic Cup Boyz energy, no script, no filter, just pure chemistry and chaos the way fans expect it.The crew dives into the real origin story of the Plastic Cup Boyz, breaking down how late nights, after-parties, Vegas runs, green room madness, and brotherhood turned into a movement. They reflect on years of touring, traveling the world, unforgettable moments on the road, and the wild situations that only happen when this group is together.The conversation takes a more honest turn as they discuss the ending of their 6-year radio show, Straight From the Hart, what really led to it, how the transition unfolded, and the behind-the-scenes moments fans never got to hear while the microphones were live. It’s reflective, funny, and real, showing how much growth came from that chapter.Holiday vibes stay high with gift exchanges, memory tests, and debates over who’s really the cheapest, who always picks up the tab, and who has the wildest travel stories, from Dubai and Amsterdam to quarantine mishaps and international chaos. Aging, loyalty, friendship, and perspective all come into play, proving the party might evolve, but the bond stays solid.And just when it feels like everything’s been laid out, the energy shifts. Old stories start circling back, the jokes get sharper, and the conversations drift into territory that can’t stay holiday-friendly for long…Pt. 1 sets the stage.Pt. 2 turns up the volume and officially becomes an AFTER HOURS episode.Tap in to Holiday Special Pt. 1 for big laughs, real stories, Plastic Cup Boyz style, only on the Underground Lounge.

Underground Lounge After Hours goes live from Las Vegas during NBA Cup weekend for a special road trip edition featuring an in-depth conversation with NBA star Jalen Brunson. Stepping outside the usual lounge setting, the crew brings the After Hours energy to Vegas as the NBA Cup takes over the city, creating the perfect backdrop for a candid, unscripted sit-down.The episode opens with relaxed banter and real time reactions before settling into a thoughtful conversation with Brunson about his journey. He reflects on his upbringing and the role his father played in shaping his mindset, discipline, and approach to the game. Brunson speaks on training at a young age, learning accountability early, and how those experiences prepared him for the demands of the NBA.From there, the discussion expands to the evolution of basketball today. The crew and Brunson break down the impact of NIL deals, debating whether they help or hurt young athletes and how early access to money and exposure can change priorities. The conversation naturally leads into a comparison between generations, questioning whether today’s high school and college players carry the same hunger and hustle as older players who had to grind for every opportunity.With After Hours in full effect, the tone stays honest and conversational, mixing basketball insight with laughs, perspective, and real talk. The Vegas setting keeps the energy loose, while the conversation stays rooted in experience, work ethic, and what it truly takes to last at the highest level.This special After Hours episode captures basketball from both sides of the timeline, past and present through real conversation, not soundbites. Live from Las Vegas during NBA Cup weekend, the Underground Lounge delivers an authentic look at the game, the culture, and the mindset behind sustained success, with Jalen Brunson at the center of it all.

This episode of The Underground Lounge brings an unfiltered, hilarious, and insightful conversation with one of the WNBA’s most dynamic personalities DiJonai Carrington. From the jump, the vibe is loose, honest, and full of laughs, but it quickly turns into a deep dive on what it really takes to survive and thrive at the highest level of women’s basketball.DiJonai opens up about growing up in a true sports family, being surrounded by elite athletes and coaches from day one, and how that environment shaped her edge, toughness, and love for competition. She talks about playing multiple sports, including tackle football, and how that physical background still shows up in her game today.The conversation shifts into her journey to Stanford, manifesting her dream school at a young age, graduating early, and the discipline required to balance elite athletics with academics.One of the most powerful moments of the episode centers on the reality of injuries in women’s basketball, especially ACL tears, and the growing conversations around why female athletes are more susceptible. The discussion is honest, personal, and educational, touching on everything from youth sports to long-term health.The episode also dives into life off the court game day routines, superstitions (or lack thereof), how players prepare mentally, and the similarities between athletes and entertainers when it comes to performance pressure.Things heat up when the topic turns to social media, online trolls, and dealing with constant criticism in the public eye. DiJonai breaks down how she handles hate, why responding sometimes matters, and how the WNBA’s growing visibility has brought both opportunity and backlash. The guys also discuss whether controversy helps or hurts the league and how personalities are changing the way fans engage with women’s sports.The episode closes with an in-depth look at the business side of the WNBA free agency, lack of loyalty, constant roster turnover, and why so many players are betting on themselves heading into a new CBA. They also talk about alternative leagues, offseason opportunities, and what the future of women’s basketball could look like if players truly get their share.

In this candid late night conversation, Kalan.Frfr sits down in the Underground Lounge to talk life beyond the music, from his early days as a college athlete to finding his true calling as an artist, and the lessons that came with choosing a different path. He breaks down the meaning behind California Player, the mindset behind his West Coast sound, and why authenticity matters more than chasing trends.Kalan opens up about growth, discipline, and learning to appreciate how far you’ve come while still pushing toward what’s next. The conversation touches on staying focused in environments full of distractions, navigating politics in the music industry, and why staying out the way can sometimes be the smartest move. He also talks about making music that feels good, music for women, and creating records that reflect real-life experiences instead of forced narratives.Beyond the studio, Kalan shares powerful insight into giving back, community responsibility, and the importance of philanthropy. From organizing large-scale back-to-school events to supporting families and kids in underserved communities, he explains why reinvesting in where you come from is a responsibility, not an obligation. The episode also explores how exposure, education, and seeing different worlds can completely change perspective and ambition.As the night unfolds, the conversation naturally drifts into relationships, honesty, loyalty, and the balance between ambition and gratitude. With humor, real stories, and unfiltered moments throughout, this After Hours episode offers a deeper look at who Kalan.FrFr is beyond the music, thoughtful, self-aware, and grounded in purpose.