Jones Hall Podcast
Friendship is essential to the soul. Take this journey with us through the podcast with our unfiltered and unsought opinions in regards to relationships, marriage, culture, and friendships. Most importantly this podcast is real dialogue about real life. Hosted by Southern University graduates Tim & TRU.
Episodes
71 episodes
S3:E16 Success Is Given, Not Earned
We hope all is well, JHP family! This episode starts with Tim and TRU breaking down a few movies and the controversies surrounding them during their release. Then, the duo deeply dives into Anthony Mackie's interview with The Pivot. Their thoug...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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1:29:02
S3:E15 Caleb Wilson, Better Living, Friendship Language
Tim & TRU start the episode by discussing the passing of Caleb Wilson. Our condolences to his family and friends. We follow with asking the question; can a living condition be considered "better" of you are not wanted in the area you live? ...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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1:25:54
S3: E14 Flipping The Switch
JHP is back! In this episode TRU gives us an update on the homework Tim gave him to do. Can you be faithful when you get married if you never been? When dating, does saying "I love you" mean anything? Letting kids make decisions, when is the ri...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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1:01:06
S3:E13 New President & Influence
Hello JHP family! Tim & TRU start this episode off with a brief discussion of our new presidential regime. The team discusses influence and how it played a role in their development growing up. Should you shelter your kids from real world e...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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1:23:51
S3:E12 Making New Friends, Party Etiquette
JHP Family! I hope all is well; we start this episode with Tim updating us on his new job. This leads to the team asking, can you be considered a good worker if you don't show up often? Understanding the challenges of making new friends and let...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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1:12:39
S3:E11 Parenting, Family Traditions, & Sitcoms
Happy New Year JHP Family! Tim & TRU start the episode off recapping their Christmas holiday. With Tim having his first kid on the way, the team briefly discusses parenting plans and values. Then the team breakdown some key black sitcoms of...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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1:19:27
S3:E10 The Wrap Up!
It is the end of 2024 JHP family! Tim is back and tells us about his trip to Spain. Then, the team gives us a recap of the year, including their highest and lowest moment of the year. Along with some of their favorites for the year. A light fun...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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1:22:18
S3:E9 Love & Evolution, Individually & Together
JHP Family! In this episode, TRU discusses a clip from Dr. Sarah Fontenot and Cam Newton ft. Ice Cube. Then TRU does a small personal year-in-review where he talks about his highs and lows. To wrap up the show, some tips are discussed about how...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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49:55
S3:E8 Critiquing vs. Hating
Happy Thanksgiving, JHP Family! In this episode, Tim and TRU take a deep dive into the thin line between giving a critique and hating. The duo also speaks about burying the hatchet in friendships/relationships that are left on the rocks. Those ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:07:06
S3:E7 The 2024 Election
Tim and TRU discuss their personal thoughts and opinions on the outcome of the 2024 election and the brutal reality of white privilege in America! These topics and more!
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:19:48
S3:E6 Men Struggle In Silence
JHP family! TRU is back with another solo episode. He starts by talking about his experience at SU homecoming. Then, he gives us an update on his school journey. To end the episode, TRU discusses men's struggle to discuss and be open about thei...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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46:58
S3:E5 The Small Things Matter!
Jones Hall Family: TRU is back with another solo episode!! In this episode, TRU discusses how important small things are in a relationship. What can a man provide to a woman who makes her own money? Also, revisiting being 100% honest in a relat...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:16:37
S3:E4 Broken Family
Hope all is well JHP family! In this episode Tim & TRU start off with discussing the Cam Newton interview with Dr. Bryant. The team explores the topic, what is a broken family? The team also discusses Tyrese's comments on his interview with...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:28:48
S3:E3 Being A Snob
Hello JHP family! In this episode our duo gets back to discussing personal character by asking what is a snob? Tim feels everyone has snobbery in them on some level, do you agree? The team discusses in what way they feel they are snobs. Also, h...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:12:56
S3:E2 Death In The Family, Miscarriage
Tim & TRU get deep starting with talk about TRU's grandmother's passing. Tim opens up about an extremely emotional personal experience. Grief bringing family and people together. Should you address an issue in a friendship or just let it pa...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:17:47
S3:E1 Cookout, Keith Lee in BR
SEASON 3!!! That is right JHP family we are now entering season 3 of the podcast! In this episode, Tim & TRU dive deep into cookouts and the rules that go along with attending one. Also, the duo speaks on Keith Lee visiting Baton Rouge, LA....
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:27:46
S2:E28 Protecting Others At Work, Not Getting An Invite
Hello JHP Family! The team dives deep into if you should protect or look out for other African-Americans at work or just look out for yourself? Feelings about being the only black person at gatherings. Should you refer your friends for a job or...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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1:44:53
S2:E27 Trump Convicted, Kids Living Conditions
Tim & TRU start the episode off speaking on Trump's federal convictions. Then the team shifts as Tim opens up about his history growing up as a child. How important are the schools in your district when picking a location to live? Are you d...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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1:24:40
S2:E26 Violent Sports, Social Media Flexing
What is going on JHP family! Tim & TRU gives us a special fathers day episode this go around. Are men obsessed with violent sporting events? Is the use of race in sport promotions problematic? Are people sharing moments on social media or s...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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1:37:57
S2:E25 Graduation Etiquette
It is graduation season and the team dives deep into graduation etiquette. Should you dress up for graduation? The team discusses if going to college is valuable or is going directly to work the better option. How important is education amongst...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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1:05:06
S2:E24 Sean John Combs
Tim & TRU give their thoughts on the video of Sean Combs assaulting Casandra "Cassie" Ventura. The team share their thoughts about Mr. Combs apology video. Should you still be friends with someone who has assaulted a woman? The history of S...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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1:00:23
S2:E23 !Episode 50! Questions From Listeners & Reflection
This is episode 50! Tim & TRU start by discussing how much of an impact friends have had in their development of who they are. Then the team reads questions from listeners giving answers about their personal life. A reflection on 50 episode...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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1:08:09
S2:E22 Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar
Drake vs. Kendrick! This episode the team discusses their thoughts and feelings about arguably one of the biggest battles ever in hip-hop! Who they feel won, and who had the best song in the battle. Thoughts on J Cole and his exit from the batt...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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1:28:56
S2:E21 Paris, North Carolina, & Giving People Passes
Hello JHP family! Tim is back this episode and has a lot to catch up on! We dive into his European experience along with his trip to North Carolina to see his father. Tim and TRU also discussed why do we make excuses for people we like. Is it i...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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1:49:39
S2:E20 Safe Space, Dealing With Loss vs. Cheating
What's up JHP Family! For the first time ever we have a solo episode from one of our host! In this episode TRU briefly touches on connection. Creating safe space for your significant other in your relationship. The challenges associated with de...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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1:36:12