The Underground Lounge

Van Lathan returns to The Underground Lounge for one of the most thought-provoking conversations we've ever had.
The crew dives into whether criticism of influential Black figures is accountability or hate, debates the legacy of Colin Kaepernick and the NFL, examines George Washington's history with slavery, and explores how social media shapes public opinion. Along the way, they challenge each other's perspectives, share personal experiences, and prove that meaningful dialogue doesn't require everyone to agree.
The crew also keeps things true to Underground Lounge fashion with another wild "Fuck It Bucket" question, hilarious stories, unexpected tangents, and the kind of chemistry that makes it feel like you're sitting in the room with them. Whether they're debating serious issues or clowning each other over the smallest things, every conversation is authentic, entertaining, and completely unfiltered.
This episode is full of laughs, thought-provoking discussions, and the kind of real conversations that don't happen often enough.

After a few weeks away, Lou reunites with Spank and Holly for another episode of Underground Lounge After Hours, and the chemistry picks up right where it left off. The crew catches up, jokes about Lou disappearing, and officially settles into the new Underground Lounge home before jumping into another unfiltered conversation.
This episode is packed with laughs and great debates as they break down Jay-Z's legendary concert run, the viral lines outside the venue, celebrity access, and why Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint still spark debates among hip-hop fans. They also talk about surprise guest appearances, what makes a true live performer, concert etiquette, and whether today's artists put on the same kind of shows as the legends.
As always, the conversation takes plenty of unexpected turns. From relationships, dating, and life on the road to Philly stories, New York culture, favorite rappers of all time, and the funniest random tangents you'll hear all week, nothing is off limits. The crew even dives into how hip-hop rivalries evolve over time, crowd control at major events, and what separates icons from everyone else.
No script. No filters. Just authentic conversations, hilarious moments, and the After Hours energy you've been waiting for.

Former NBA star, NCAA Champion, and Gil's Arena co-host Rashad McCants pulls up to The Underground Lounge for one of his most honest and unfiltered conversations yet.
Rashad opens up about the highs and lows of his basketball journey, dealing with the pressure of expectations, the injuries that changed the trajectory of his NBA career, and the accountability it took to find peace after the game. He also shares what led him into sports media, why former players are changing the basketball conversation, and how Gil's Arena became one of the biggest sports shows in the game.
One of the biggest conversations of the episode centers around the current state of Gil's Arena. Rashad addresses the questions fans have been asking, discusses the show's evolution, working alongside Skip Bayless, Gilbert Arenas' role moving forward, and clears up some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding everything happening behind the scenes.
Lou Williams, Spank Horton, and Rashad also dive into competing against legends like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James, life after basketball, navigating politics in the NBA, the importance of controlling your own narrative, sports media, and why independent voices continue to reshape the culture.
As always, the laughs are nonstop, the stories are real, and no topic is off limits in the Lounge.

Holly and Spank are joined by Holly's friend Blair Pena for one of the wildest and most unfiltered episodes of The Underground Lounge: After Hours. Nothing is off limits as the conversation dives into modern dating, relationship red flags, hookup culture, group trips, social media assumptions, toxic friendships, privacy in relationships, and the outrageous stories that come with navigating today's dating scene.
From hilarious confessions and awkward bedroom moments to honest conversations about trust, boundaries, and the misconceptions people make based on appearances, the chemistry between Holly, Spank, and Blair keeps the laughs coming while tackling real-life experiences. The crew also shares their thoughts on reality TV, podcast culture, and why having a space where people can speak freely matters.
If you're looking for raw conversations, outrageous stories, and the kind of late-night discussions that usually stay between friends, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Radio personality and The Broken Play co-host JoJo Alonso pulls up to The Underground Lounge for an episode packed with hilarious stories, real conversations, and the kind of chemistry that makes you feel like you're hanging out with friends.
JoJo sits down with Lou Williams and Spank Horton to talk about her journey from Memphis to Atlanta, betting on herself to build a career in radio, working bottle service while chasing her dream, and how she carved out a lane in media through consistency and personality.
From there, the episode goes everywhere, in the best way possible. The crew shares stories about growing up, athletic careers that may or may not be exaggerated, surviving the early days of COVID, social media, confidence, pretty privilege, relationships, and the realities of building a career in the public eye. As always, Lou and Spank keep the jokes coming, turning every topic into an unforgettable conversation full of laughs, playful roasting, and unexpected moments.
Grab a drink and pull up a seat for another episode of The Underground Lounge, where no topic is off limits and every conversation feels like kicking it with family.