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
81 episodes
S4:E6 Turning 40, Friends Growing Apart
40 years and counting! In this episode, TRU dives deep into turning 40 by breaking down all the changes he notices over the years. Also, amongst those changes, he talks in depth about his thoughts and feelings concerning friendships that h...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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1:12:03
S4:E5 Interracial Marriage, Cheating, Staying For The Kids - Guest: Ditty Part 2
It's time for part 2, JHP family! We pick up with Ditty right where we left off and dive deep into cheating while being married, the struggles of interracial marriage, and whether you should stay in a marriage for the kids. Those topics and mor...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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1:43:18
S4:E4 Teenage Marriage, Kids Freedom - Guest: Ditty Part 1
What is going on, JHP family! TRU is back with a guest for a two-part in-depth dive about marriage, parenting, and the impact relatives have on our lives and development. Strap in and take a ride as we get open and vulnerable with our guest Dit...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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1:34:28
S4:E3 One Year Later, 18 Year Old, Ayesha Curry
What's up, JHP family! In this episode, TRU talks about his thoughts and feelings one year after his grandmother's passing. Having an 18-year-old kid! Click Bait - Ayesha Curry "Not My Type, Nothing In High School." Those topics and more! ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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1:06:26
S4:E2 Hurricane Katrina 20 Years Later - Guest: Ron
In this episode, we have a guest, Ronald Barrow, who opens up about living through Hurricane Katrina. Having to leave the city, lose everything, and figure life out while still pushing forward to make a positive change in others' lives.
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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1:02:00
S4:E1 Correcting Your Friends, Polo: Oak Bluffs Collection
We are starting season four JHP family! To start the season off, the question is asked: Can you really correct your friends? August is black business awareness month. What are some challenges they face, and how can you help? A deep dive is take...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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1:16:38
S3:E20 Diddy, Tyler Perry, Coldplay Concert
JHP is back, family! This is a special episode, and the topics will be a little different than usual. In this episode, we'll catch up on what's been happening in pop culture and break down some of the key developments and challenges of each sit...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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1:31:03
S3:E19 Perception vs. Reality, Purpose, Sinners
Let's get it rolling JHP family! In this episode TRU doubles back to discuss a comment he made on season 3 episode 15 about perception & reality. Then he discusses his thoughts about having a purpose in life. Followed by his personal feelin...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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1:14:35
S3:E18 Love In Your 30's, Sole Provider, Shannon Sharpe
In this episode TRU reviews an IG post about finding love in your 30's. Then he discusses a major downfall of being the sole provider for your family. Followed by him giving his opinion on the latest "scandal" involving Shannon Sharpe. Then TRU...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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1:08:19
S3:E17 Campus Safety, Jungle Fever
The episode starts with TRU talking about his first doctor visit in over 10 years! Which prompts the team to briefly reiterate the importance of men's health. Are students safer staying on campus or off campus? The duo also breaks down the movi...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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1:26:38
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