Club Shay Shay - David Banner part 1

Club Shay Shay - David Banner part 1

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Club Shay Shay, Shannon Sharpe sits down with Grammy-nominated rapper, producer, actor, and cultural thought leader David Banner for a raw, vulnerable, and wide-ranging conversation. From his roots in Jackson, Mississippi, to his rise as a pioneer of Southern hip-hop and a visionary in media and activism, Banner opens up like never before.

From selling mixtapes at Kroger’s to producing hits for T.I., Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, Maroon 5, and more, Banner recounts his rise in the music industry and the painful realization that fame isn’t what it seems.

He reflects on how hip-hop wasn’t just an escape, but an education and empowerment. Inspired by Brand Nubian and The Autobiography of Malcolm X, Banner stopped eating pork in the 8th grade and began a lifelong journey toward purpose and spiritual grounding. “Rap taught me something,” he says, recalling how music, and later, therapy, helped him confront childhood trauma, grief, and the weight of being a voice for the people.

Banner speaks candidly about battling depression, the heartbreak of the music industry, and the painful realization that fame is often a lie. “I loved music, and music broke my heart,” he admits. But instead of folding, he evolved. Now the CEO of Banner Vision, he’s produced campaigns for Gatorade, Disney, Marvel, and acting in films —playing a god in an upcoming superhero movie. His mission? Use his platform to rebuild what the industry won’t.

He opens up about his faith, his genius-level reading skills as a child, and how Samuel L. Jackson gave him life-changing acting lessons on the set of Black Snake Moan. He reflects on his HBCU experience at Southern University, corporate racism, tough conversations, politics, and even why he built his grandmother a house as the first thing he did with his music money.

From deep conversations with Erykah Badu and LL Cool J, to producing "Rubberband Man" and learning from Jay-Z, to giving insight on Nelly’s “Tip Drill” and the truth about how money is made in music, this episode is a masterclass in growth, purpose, and legacy.

He challenges peers to invest in their communities: “I invest in me. I put my money back into what I stand for.” He shares wisdom passed down from his father and lessons from losing friends to gang violence.

The conversation digs deep into spirituality, accountability, masculinity, and systemic racism in both America and corporate culture. Banner pulls no punches: “Hollywood is no different from America. The police just took the hoods off.” He urges honesty in our communities and calls for an end to performative shock when abusers or injustices come to light.

In one of the most moving moments, Banner opens up about being tired, not just physically, but emotionally, from pouring so much into Black culture.

He honors his hero, Ice Cube, and praises Ryan Coogler and the movie Sinners for reconnecting African Americans with lost spirituality, and celebrates Shannon Sharpe for defying the odds and doing it his way. “You’re the only one who did it the way you did. You showed the world what country really means.”

As the episode closes, Banner leaves us with this charge: “Just shoot it. Keep clicking, keep believing. God conspires with those who believe.” Whether he’s talking to LL Cool J, scoring for T.I., or building legacy from the South to the screen, David Banner is proof that faith, fight, and freedom are the true measures of success.

This is an episode that you don’t want to miss!

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Serena & Venus Williams

Serena & Venus Williams

On episode 40, Shannon welcomes in two of the greatest tennis players of all time: Serena & Venus Williams. The Williams sisters discuss the new film King Richard, which is based on their upbringing in Compton. They tell Shannon why it was so important to tell their origin story through the lens of their father, portrayed on screen by Will Smith. This is a can’t-miss conversation for insight into both the making of the film and the lives of two tennis legends. #KingRichard in Theaters and on HBOMax November 19th. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!Listen & subscribe to more FOX Sports podcasts: http://sprtspod.fox/applepodcasts#DoSomethinB4TwoSomethin & Follow Club Shay Shay:                                                                 https://www.instagram.com/clubshayshayhttps://twitter.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.facebook.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.youtube.com/c/clubshayshay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Nov 20214min

Devin Hester

Devin Hester

On episode 39, Shannon welcomes in 3-time special teams player of the year, 4-time Pro Bowler, and member of the 2000s & 2010s All-Decade teams & the NFL 100th Anniversary team: Devin Hester. Devin Hester breaks down why he’s the GOAT NFL punt and kickoff returner, giving Shannon insight into one of the most overlooked positions in the game.All aspects of Hester’s legendary career are dissected: his most memorable kick returns, playing with Jay Cutler & Brandon Marshall in Chicago and Matt Ryan and Julio Jones in Atlanta, switching to offense when teams started kicking away from him, his 100 speed rating in Madden, and more. Listen to hear why #23 is the Jordan of returners.#DoSomethinB4TwoSomethin & Follow Club Shay Shay:                                                                 https://www.instagram.com/clubshayshayhttps://twitter.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.facebook.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.youtube.com/c/clubshayshay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 Okt 20211h 12min

Mark Jackson

Mark Jackson

On episode 38 of Club Shay Shay, Shannon Welcomes in NBA All-Star, 1987 Rookie of the Year & former head coach of the Golden State Warriors: Mark Jackson. Mark Jackson talks to Shannon about his chemistry with Jeff Van Gundy, and how he came up with some of his famous catchphrases. They break down the NBA Finals, Giannis and the Bucks, the Suns, and more. The two touch on all aspects of the NBA, past and present: comparing eras, discussing their favorite players, and discussing the Ben Simmons situation in Philadelphia. Mark Jackson has plenty of legendary stories about Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant to share, as well as insights from his time coaching Steph Curry and Klay Thompson in Golden State. Mark Jackson is a knowledgeable basketball mind who has incredible experience in the league and unique takes on the game from all eras. Listen to hear him and Shannon discuss why we take LeBron for granted, Luka’s greatness, and much more. #DoSomethinB4TwoSomethin & Follow Club Shay Shay:                                                                 https://www.instagram.com/clubshayshayhttps://twitter.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.facebook.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.youtube.com/c/clubshayshay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 Sep 20211h 34min

Clinton Portis

Clinton Portis

On Episode 37 of Club Shay Shay, Shannon welcomes in former NFL running back and former teammate, Clinton Portis. Portis played 9 seasons in the NFL, including his rookie year on the Denver Broncos with Shannon. Portis is also in the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame, a 2x Pro Bowler and one of the 80 Greatest Redskins.The former teammates reminisce on the time Portis wore a heavyweight wrestling belt to the field and proceeded to run for 218 yards with five rushing touchdowns. They go on to discuss Portis spending his first million in the league and Shannon catching the young RB sneaking out past curfew. Portis lists the current top 4 running backs in the NFL and tells Shannon his Mt. Rushmore of Miami Hurricanes. He discusses his early retirement, the story of him getting traded to Washington and much more in this episode of Club Shay Shay.#DoSomethinB4TwoSomethin & Follow Club Shay Shay:                                                                 https://www.instagram.com/clubshayshayhttps://twitter.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.facebook.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.youtube.com/c/clubshayshay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Sep 20211h 29min

JaVale & Pamela McGee

JaVale & Pamela McGee

On Episode 36 of Club Shay Shay, Shannon welcomes in Pamela and JaVale McGee, the first mother-son duo to play professional basketball and win Olympic gold medals! Pamela McGee is a USC Trojan legend where she was a back-to-back NCAA champion, she is also a 2012 Women's Basketball Hall of Famer, a 1984 Olympic gold medalist and the first WNBA mom to have a son and daughter drafted in the NBA and WNBA. We are thrilled to welcome in Pamela as our first female guest on the show! Her son JaVale McGee is a 3X NBA champion, Grammy nominated producer and member of the 2020 Olympic gold winning basketball team. JaVale currently plays for the Phoenix Suns. The trio discuss the Olympics, JaVale’s childhood growing up with a single mother who hoops, their humble beginnings in Flint, Michigan and Pamela’s experience raising not one, but two professional basketball players. Shannon goes on to ask Pamela both her male and female basketball GOATS! JaVale gives Shannon more insight into his NBA career, including his time with the Golden State Warriors organization at the height of their dynasty. JaVale also talks about what he can bring to the Suns, his Top-3 NBA rappers of all-time and much more! #DoSomethinB4TwoSomethin & Follow Club Shay Shay:                                                                 https://www.instagram.com/clubshayshayhttps://twitter.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.facebook.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.youtube.com/c/clubshayshay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Sep 20211h 2min

Terrell Owens

Terrell Owens

On episode 35, Shannon welcomes in 6x Pro Bowler, 5x First-Team All Pro, 3X NFL receiving TD leader, the All-Decade Receiver of the 2000’s and member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Terrell “TO” Owens. Terrell and Shannon cover the span of TO's career from his personal vantage point: the disrespect Owens felt at his initial Hall of Fame snubs, the systemic racism he says he experienced while with the San Francisco 49ers, why his relationship with Donovan McNabb in Philly soured and how the star receiver learned he was being cut from the Cowboys. Terrell talks about how he was perceived in the media vs who he really is, playing in the Super Bowl with a broken leg and the story behind the infamous "sit-ups" press conference in the driveway. Terrell names the best WR in the game right now and explains why he really thinks he could return to the NFL. Don't miss Shannon's in-depth one-on-one with Terrell Owens! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6 Sep 20212h 2min

Adam "Pacman" Jones

Adam "Pacman" Jones

On episode 34, Shannon welcomes in former NFL great: Adam “Pacman” Jones. Calling in from his J24 athletic complex in Amelia, Ohio, Pacman talks about his transition from legendary NFL cornerback to competitive boxer. He discusses his thought process and training regimen heading into his fight against Bobby Laing, which took place on August 27, 2021. Pacman also shares stories about his family history and upbringing in Atlanta, where he attended Westlake High School & won two state championships in basketball. He talks through his football career: playing with Steve McNair on the Titans, his suspension & release from Dallas, playing for Marvin Lewis in Cincinnati, and much more. #DoSomethinB4TwoSomethin & Follow Club Shay Shay:                                                                 https://www.instagram.com/clubshayshayhttps://twitter.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.facebook.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.youtube.com/c/clubshayshay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 Aug 202154min

Allen Iverson & Al Harrington

Allen Iverson & Al Harrington

On episode 33 of Club Shay Shay, Shannon welcomes in two guests: former NBA players Al Harrington and Allen Iverson. Iverson recently partnered with Viola—the cannabis company Harrington founded—for a new line of A.I.-themed products. The two discuss how the perception of cannabis has changed since they were in the league, and Harrington talks Shannon through the excitement and challenges of growing a business. Iverson and Harrington also discuss their roles in NBA history, from Iverson’s influence on player fashion with his baggy clothes, cornrows and arm sleeve to Kwame Brown’s career and meeting Michael Jordan.#DoSomethinB4TwoSomethin & Follow Club Shay Shay:                                                                 https://www.instagram.com/clubshayshayhttps://twitter.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.facebook.com/clubshayshayhttps://www.youtube.com/c/clubshayshay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Aug 202156min

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