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
89 episodes
S4:E14 Award Shows, Loneliness & Bad Decisions
Happy Spring JHP Family! A new season is upon us as well as a new episode! This episode starts with a recap of the Oscars and ask the question about appropriate behavior at these major award shows. Also, a breakdown or maybe a rant about how lo...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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1:05:14
S4:E13 The Great Transition
Hello JHP family! In this episode we dive deep into having a pillar of the family transition and the feelings associated with it. How to cope and move forward from a loss. How much should your life insurance policy be for loved ones? The conver...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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1:12:52
S4:E12 ICE, Surviving & Not Thriving
What's up, JHP family! This episode starts with a discussion of ICE, a part 1 breakdown of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement team. Also, a motivational letter to anyone who seems to be struggling with changes they don't have any cont...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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1:08:16
S4:E11 Judging Other Parents, Unlocking Total Honesty
Happy Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day! This episode starts by discussing the Ludacris backlash and how it applies to work decisions. Do we judge other parents based on how they parent their kids? And revisiting a movie that uses an interesting s...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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1:10:50
S4:E10 Low Maintenance Friendships
Happy New Year and start to 2026, JHP family! We start this episode by discussing the difference between low-maintenance friendships and neglect. Next, we discuss a couple of video topics submitted by a listener and dissect the real issues and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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59:01
S4:E9 Gatekeeping, 2025 Relationship Audits
Happy Holidays JHP family! In this episode, gatekeeping is discussed. Is it positive or negative? Also, a complete guide and breakdown to audit relationships/friendships from the year 2025. How serious are you about making changes regardin...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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53:54
S4:E8 London, Paris, Amsterdam
TRU gives us a full breakdown of his recent holiday trip to Europe!
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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1:17:30
S4:E7 Honeymoon Phase, No Sex, Kid To Parent
How's things been, JHP family? This episode starts with the question: "Is the honeymoon phase all a lie?" Can you build a stronger relationship foundation if you take sex out of the equation? When parenting, should you take into account, "I kno...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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57:27
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