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The Worst Episodes of The Shop

Every episode of The Shop ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of The Shop!

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the worst rated episode of "The Shop". It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 3/7/2020. This episode scored NaN points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 2".

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    #1 - Episode 1

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 3/7/2020

    In this edition, Maverick Carter is joined by Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes; film star Chadwick Boseman; Atlanta Hawks star point guard Trae Young; American rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer Roddy Ricch; actress, comedian and author Tiffany Haddish; agency executive, entrepreneur and author Steve Stoute; and marketing executive Paul Rivera.

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    #2 - Episode 2

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 10/30/2020

    Former President Barack Obama joins LeBron James and Maverick Carter to talk sports, politics, and more ahead of the 2020 election.

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    #3 - Episode 1

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 5/28/2021

    In the Season 4 premiere, LeBron James and Maverick Carter are joined by iconic music mogul, 23-time Grammy winner and 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Jay-Z; rapper, singer and songwriter Bad Bunny; WNBA superstar Nneka Ogwumike; and marketing exec Paul Rivera. On this episode, the star-studded group discuss confidence on the big stage, parenthood and WrestleMania.

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    #4 - Episode 2

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 6/25/2021

    Maverick Carter is joined by seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady; actor, rapper, singer, and songwriter Kid Cudi; comedian and writer Chelsea Handler; three-time NBA champion Draymond Green; and the SpringHill Company’s chief marketing officer Paul Rivera.

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    #5 - Episode 3

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 7/30/2021

    Maverick Carter is joined by NBA All Star from the Atlanta Hawks Trae Young; Grammy-winning DJ, record executive and author DJ Khaled; rapper, songwriter and activist Meek Mill; NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Chase Young; journalist and media personality Jemele Hill; and SpringHill Company CMO Paul Rivera.

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    #6 - Episode 4

    Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 8/27/2021

    Maverick Carter is joined by NBA All Star Trae Young; Grammy-winner DJ Khaled; rapper, songwriter and activist Meek Mill; NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Chase Young; journalist Jemele Hill; and Paul Rivera. The group discusses competing against your idols, dealing with conflict, creating leverage, and the new rule around collegiate athletes being paid.

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    #7 - Episode 5

    Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 9/24/2021

    Maverick Carter is joined by four-time Grand Slam tennis singles champion Naomi Osaka; actor, comedian and writer Wanda Sykes; NBA All-Star from the Cleveland Cavaliers, Kevin Love; multi-platinum hip-hop artist Jadakiss; and the SpringHill Company's chief marketing officer, Paul Rivera.

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    #8 - Episode 6

    Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 10/29/2021

    Joining Maverick Carter are legendary footballer and president/co-owner of Inter Miami CF David Beckham; actor, writer, producer and television host James Corden; rapper Saweetie; NASCAR Cup Series driver Bubba Wallace; actress and comedian Yvonne Orji; and the SpringHill Company’s chief marketing officer, Paul Rivera.

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  • "I just be looking for a LeBron hater"
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    #9 - "I just be looking for a LeBron hater"

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 3/4/2022

    Pull up a chair and join multi-hyphenate Donald Glover, actor/writer Quinta Brunson, artist J Balvin, quarterback Lamar Jackson, marketing executive Paul Rivera, entrepreneur Maverick Carter, and NBA superstar LeBron James. Donald reveals how being petty lead to his biggest hit, Quinta shares how she balances comedy with serious issues, LeBron explains why he's always on the look out for haters, Lamar breaks down why everybody in the NFL hates going against Aaron Donald, and J Balvin discusses his new outlook on life since the pandemic. Kick up your feet and remember...in the barbershop you can't lie.

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  • "This is a prime example of Pushin' P"
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    #10 - "This is a prime example of Pushin' P"

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 4/8/2022

    We're back open for business. Grab a seat and join rap phenom Gunna, WNBA star A'Ja Wilson, hip-hop legend Rick Ross, business mogul Steve Stoute, marketing executive Paul Rivera, entrepreneur Maverick Carter, and NBA superstar LeBron James. Gunna reveals the true definition of Pushin' P, Rick Ross shares the story behind working with Kanye on My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, LeBron reveals who he wants to play with most in today's NBA, A'Ja discusses breaking the glass ceiling during contract negotiations, and Steve provides his outlook of the music industry moving forward. Kick up your feet and remember...in the barbershop you can't lie.

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  • "This is the most dangerous sport"
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    #11 - "This is the most dangerous sport"

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 5/7/2022

    We're stepping out of the chair and into the ring this week on The Shop. Join boxer and lightning rod Jake Paul, comedian and late-night host Amber Ruffin, UFC heavyweight champion and world record holder for hardest punch Francis Ngannou, international music sensation Romeo Santos, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Jake reveals the boxing legends who have taken him under their wings, Amber recounts rebounding from her Saturday Night Live rejection, Francis discusses his motivations in the octagon, and Romeo reveals how he overcame his stage fright using comedy. Plus, Jake and Francis discuss fighter pay disparity in the UFC and debate the merits of a fighter's union. Kick up your feet and remember...in the barbershop you can't lie.

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  • "I want to own a team in Vegas"
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    #12 - "I want to own a team in Vegas"

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 6/10/2022

    Time to get you lined up on another new episode of The Shop! Grab a seat and join hip-hop icon Fat Joe, comedian and actress Amy Schumer, CNN Primetime news anchor Don Lemon, marketing executive Paul Rivera, entrepreneur Maverick Carter, and NBA superstar LeBron James. Fat Joe doles out life advice and discusses why he doesn't mind flexing on everybody, Amy shares the story behind hosting the Oscars after the infamous Will Smith and Chris Rock incident, Don reflects on the importance of his perspective in primetime news, and LeBron discusses his plans for life after his playing days are over...including owning a team in a certain city. Kick up your feet and remember...in the barbershop you can't lie.

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  • "I'm obsessed with win or bust"
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    #13 - "I'm obsessed with win or bust"

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 7/15/2022

    It's an international affair on this episode of The Shop. Grab a seat and join Academy Award Winner Daniel Kaluuya, Premier League soccer star Marcus Rashford, renowned artist Rashid Johnson, marketing executive Paul Rivera, entrepreneur Maverick Carter, and NBA superstar LeBron James. Daniel discusses working with Jordan Peele and why "Get Out" was a perfect script, Marcus recounts his Euro 2020 experience, Rashid reflects on the consumption of Black art and when he feels like his work is truly done and LeBron reveals the city that he hates playing in the most. Kick up your feet and remember...in the barbershop you can't lie.

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  • "If my mama played for the Clippers..."
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    #14 - "If my mama played for the Clippers..."

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 10/7/2022

    It's a hoop lovers dream on this episode of The Shop, filmed in front of a live audience at the LeBron James Innovation Center on the campus of Nike’s World Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon. Sit back and join 3x WNBA MVP Lisa Leslie, 4x NBA Champion Draymond Green, NBA Sneaker King & NBA Champion P.J. Tucker, marketing executive Paul Rivera, entrepreneur Maverick Carter, and NBA superstar LeBron James. Lisa discusses motherhood as a professional athlete, Draymond shares which games are the hardest to play, P.J. Tucker reflects on being the NBA's sneaker king, and LeBron shares one of his biggest accomplishments as an athlete. Then, the crew breaks down the impact of Serena Williams on culture and more. Kick up your feet and remember...in the barbershop you can't lie.

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  • "Is there a limit to greatness?"
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    #15 - "Is there a limit to greatness?"

    Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 12/20/2022

    The best in the biz pull up for The Shop Season 5 Finale! Sit back and join Actress, Producer and CEO Tracee Ellis Ross, Trap Superstar Anuel AA, & Actor, Producer and Writer Aldis Hodge, Marketing Executive Paul Rivera and Entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Tracee discusses the power of words and manifestation, Anuel reflects on becoming a superstar while in prison and Aldis gets real about battling imposter syndrome. Kick up your feet and remember… in the barbershop you can’t lie.

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  • "I put everything on the line"
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    #16 - "I put everything on the line"

    Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 3/9/2023

    Grab a seat for the Season 6 premiere with NFL All-Pro wide receiver Stefon Diggs, undefeated boxer Ryan Garcia, award-winning country music artist Kane Brown, actor & comedian Desi Banks, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Stefon recounts the moment when his teammate and friend Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field, Ryan breaks down his mindset every time he steps into the ring, Kane reflects on the moment he first realized he was biracial, and Desi shares how stand-up changed his life and previews his rap career. Plus, Ryan previews his upcoming showdown with Gervonta "Tank" Davis in April.

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  • “You can fire me whenever you want”
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    #17 - “You can fire me whenever you want”

    Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 3/23/2023

    Grab a seat for Season 6 Episode 2 with agent and founder of Klutch Sports Group Rich Paul, comedian and internet personality Druski, rapper Cordae, businessman and record executive Steve Stoute, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Rich Paul drops some serious knowledge on how he negotiates max contracts and what it actually takes to be a max player, Cordae talks about why longevity and real fans in the rap game are most important, Druski discusses convincing his family of his dream to do comedy, and Steve Stoute gives insight on why corporations, conversely, need artists and creators, and that all money isn't good money. Plus, Cordae explains why he said no to working with Maroon 5 on a #1 record.

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  • "Father time is inevitable"
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    #18 - "Father time is inevitable"

    Season 6 Episode 3 - Aired 4/6/2023

    It's time to talk shop with 2x NBA champion and NC A&T golfer J.R. Smith, singer and actress Chloe Bailey, WNBA star and ESPN Basketball Analyst Chiney Ogwumike, producer, director and actor Kenya Barris, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. J.R. talks about his growth and mental health struggles during his NBA career and his decision to attend an HBCU after retirement, Chloe speaks on her upcoming projects and the first time she felt separated from her sister, Halle, Chiney explains how she earned her respect on and off the court as a broadcaster, and Kenya shares why he gets backlash for telling Black stories.

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  • "Success is the greatest revenge"
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    #19 - "Success is the greatest revenge"

    Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 4/20/2023

    Season 6 Episode 4 features legends singer, actress and director Teyana Taylor, recording artist and 12x Grammy-winner Babyface, track star and 7x Olympic Gold Medalist Allyson Felix, actress and entrepreneur Tabitha Brown, co-founder of The Hundreds Bobby Hundreds, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Teyana shares how she balanced pain and motherhood while filming A Thousand And One and how returning to Harlem allowed her to be vulnerable, Babyface breaks down the process of using emotion to create music for artists over different generations, Allyson explains her fight for maternal protection guarantees in women's track and field contracts, Tabitha takes us through the practice of healing and grace and how she always stays true to herself, and Bobby shares his vision behind the creation of The Hundreds and the community it represents.

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  • "I'm getting love from the GOATs"
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    #20 - "I'm getting love from the GOATs"

    Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 5/5/2023

    Tap back into The Shop with actor and producer Damson Idris, rapper DaBaby, artist Hebru Brantley, gymnast Katelyn Ohashi, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Damson describes the influences that helped shape his character Franklin Saint on the critically acclaimed TV series Snowfall, DaBaby reflects on his recent trials, tribulations and mistakes, and why he sees them as blessings, Hebru shares the story on his rise as an artist, including how he got one of his first major pieces in Jay-Z's hands, and Katelyn recounts the pressure of the social media spotlight after her viral 2019 Collegiate Challenge floor routine. Plus, the crew gives The Shop its flowers!

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  • “With us, the hustle start early”
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    #21 - “With us, the hustle start early”

    Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 5/18/2023

    For Episode 6, we've got undisputed lightweight champion boxer Devin Haney, rapper Tee Grizzley, actor Amin Joseph, comedian HaHa Davis, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Devin shares how he got put into boxing as a punishment, but wound up being the one doing the punishing, Amin explains how playing Uncle Jerome in Snowfall mirrored the Black experience, Tee Grizzley discusses his start and passion for gaming, and HaHa puts everyone on game about the Detroit mentality. Plus, Devin weighs in on Gervonta Davis' KO over Ryan Garcia.

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  • "You got to be Jordan or LeBron"
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    #22 - "You got to be Jordan or LeBron"

    Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 6/1/2023

    Featuring actor Wood Harris, comedian and actor J.B. Smoove, dancehall artist Shenseea, actress Dominique Fishback, marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. Wood recounts starring in cult classic films like Remember The Titans and Above The Rim, as well as working on the LeBron James biopic Shooting Stars, JB Smoove explains the unorthodox, yet brilliant, improvisation that makes Curb Your Enthusiasm must-see TV, Shenseea talks creating an entirely new genre within dancehall, and Dominique shares how she was determined to challenge herself as an actress by taking the lead role in Swarm.

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  • "[In] the NBA, you become a man fast"
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    #23 - "[In] the NBA, you become a man fast"

    Season 6 Episode 8 - Aired 6/15/2023

    To close out Season 6, 12-time NBA All-Star point guard Chris Paul, rapper & activist Killer Mike, NBA head coach Ty Lue, actor & producer LaKeith Stanfield join marketing executive Paul Rivera, and entrepreneur Maverick Carter. CP3 describes the emotional rollercoaster of publishing his book and the life lessons he learned from his late-grandfather, Ty Lue talks what it actually means to be a "player's coach" in the NBA, Killer Mike explains the importance of mentorship to influence the Black community, and LaKeith illustrates why activism today hinges upon being active. Plus, the crew weighs in on Ja Morant and the responsibility they have to inform, educate and lead the next generation.

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  • "My era of music was the toughest era in hip-hop EVER!"
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    #24 - "My era of music was the toughest era in hip-hop EVER!"

    Season 7 Episode 1 - Aired 3/7/2024

    The wait is over. Grab a virtual seat in #TheShop for the Season 7 premiere with co-hosts Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera as they're joined by entrepreneur and investor Nelly, back-to-back WNBA Champion, 6x WNBA All-Star and Naismith Hall of Famer Becky Hammon and actor, comedian, director and producer Cedric The Entertainer. The crew discusses snubs, disses, respect, disrespect, business and everything in between.

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  • Davante Adams, Michael Rubin, Tiffany Haddish, Bob Kraft on Black NFL coaches
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    #25 - Davante Adams, Michael Rubin, Tiffany Haddish, Bob Kraft on Black NFL coaches

    Season 7 Episode 2 - Aired 3/28/2024

    We're back! Co-hosts Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera are joined by CEO and entrepreneur Michael Rubin, 3x All-Pro wideout Davante Adams, comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish and New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft. The crew talks building businesses, Black head coaches in the NFL, the importance of keeping the right circle around you, navigating criticism and so much more... This is where culture shapes up.

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