Open Gem: The Podcast

Send us a textSUMMARYWe came back firing this week, as Nyce announced that he and his wife are expecting their first child soon (4:41)! We then went to joke about the guy who rode a mechanical bull 3 times on a first date (11:45), discussed how important it is to take accountability for our own actions (24:55) and sometimes the actions of other men (45:20), talked about the Streamer University experience (1:01:24) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK“A perfectionist is just a procrastinator with a mask on."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARYIt was only right for us to start this week's episode with Nyce giving us the rundown of his recent trip to Charlotte for the Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar & SZA (13:38). From there we discussed a class-action lawsuit involving tequila-brands Don Julio and Casamigos (25:46), learned about Sierra's short-lived attempt at a calorie deficit diet (40:30), gave our reviews on the movie "Sinners" (52:00) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK“Both faith and fear demand you to believe in something you cannot see; you choose." - Bob ProctorDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARYWhat's something that's not an official rule but you still hate when people break it? (12:10) We started off answering that question before discussing which movie villains were actually right (28:08) and Shannon Sharpe getting caught up being a freaky old man (34:58). We also got debated whether dating a neighbor is a good idea (1:01:30), why music from back in the day hit different now (1:08:35) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK“If you knew you were 10 failures away from the life you want to live, how fast would you move through those 10 failures?"Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARYWe opened up this week's episode sharing our least favorite things about adulthood (11:52) in hopes of scaring the kids straight. From there we got into a couple viral TikTok discussions about women in their 30s (22:45) and why the number of black men going to college is decreasing (53:44) before sharing our thoughts on Barbie releasing a LeBron James doll (1:08:45) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK“If I am worth anything later, I am worth something now. For wheat is wheat, even if people think it is a grass in the beginning." - Vincent Van GoghDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARYWhat's something that feels awkward or embarrassing that shouldn't be? That was the question that kicked off this week's episode (10:46) before we got into Anthony Edwards and all his baby mama drama (23:52). That conversation snowballed into discussions about the different lifestyle "celebrities" live (40:08), if there's a epidemic of lonely men (52:35), how social media changed the perception of success (1:12:51) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Don't walk into a sword just to see if the blade is sharp."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARYEven though she wanted to stay, Sierra came back from Jamaica to tell us all about her birthday baecation (1:30), which somehow lead to a us talking about eating some of the wildest animals (11:27). From there, we had a hilarious conversation about men getting a certain body part enhanced (21:10), filled out the BBL March Madness bracket that was circulating online (28:10), spoke on the mindset of YNs (1:06:23) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"If February didn't march, April may."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARYAfter we started sharing random childhood memories (2:30), we had to celebrate Sierra's birthday by taking a shot (7:07) and talking about how much women spend on vacation prep (8:20). We also circled back to a conversation from last episode about stereotypes (31:48), asked Sierra to share some things she's learned from men (1:01:34), discussed leadership & submission in relationships (1:04:25) and so much more! GEM OF THE WEEK"If someone followed you around for a week, would they be able to tell you're serious about your goals?"Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARYOur newest member (we won't say any names) put in PTO a week after joining the pod but we held it down without her (Sierra). After Uncle Leon talked about his recent visit to a massage parlor (9:35), we got into the weather starting to break (16:33) and the February 28th economic blackout (23:26). We also discussed the man who caught his wife cheating with Steve Smith (36:43), how men handle heartbreak (51:40), if everyone fits into a stereotype (1:08:36) and so much more! GEM OF THE WEEK"Sometimes a hypocrite is nothing more than a man in the process of changing." - Brandon SandersonDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARYThe honorary 4th member of the pod, Sierra, came through this week to chop it up with us about everything from the Eagles winning the Super Bowl (12:20) and being stupid in love (14:40) to Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance (29:38). We also spent some time discussing the importance of platonic friendships with the opposite sex (55:10) and so many other side conversations!GEM OF THE WEEK"There is no remedy for love but to love more." - Henry David ThoreauDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARYValentine's Day is coming up so you know we had to get in on the fun (5:00) before giving our answers to the question: "If your life was a movie and you were the main character, what would the audience be screaming at you right now?" (18:50). We also get into the Luka/AD trade that shook up the NBA (28:26), Kendrick winning 5 Grammys (51:25), our love for the city and people of New Orleans (1:05:12) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"You're never supposed to wish for it more than you're willing to work for it." - Inky JohnsonDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARYWe started this week's episode talking about Gelo's song "Tweaker" (6:20) before discussing the collab meal between Popeyes & Don Julio (21:06). We also get into the airplane/helicopter crash in DC (26:10), the Contraception Begins at Erection Act in Mississippi (38:13), our Super Bowl predictions (1:02:06) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"By choosing to make this the hardest year of your life, it can be one of your easiest." - Kobe BryantDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

Send us a textSUMMARY2025 got off to a crazy start but are we surprised? We came back from a 5-month hiatus to Richmond experiencing a water crisis (5:25) and LA being destroyed by wildfires (20:30). We also discuss Trump's first week antics (30:30), the lawsuit filed against Skip Bayless & FOX Sports (54:50), women's flirting techniques (1:01:32) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Every time you say yes to something, you say no to something else."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYThis week's episode was a therapy session. We didn't plan on being vulnerable but a lot has happened since the last episode so it was only right. Bnag kicked it off with his testimony (6:10), Uncle Leon explains why he's been feeling better lately (12:30) and Nyce details everything he's been through recently (19:55).GEM OF THE WEEK"Allow yourself to feel whatever it is." - NyceDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYThis week's episode features a friend of the show, Sierra (@sese_baby), who has been wanting to kick with us for a while now -- and she did not disappoint. After getting a few things off her chest about the male species (4:30), she fit right in as we dissected almost everything about the Drake-Kendrick beef (25:46). From there, she talked with us about prom now vs. prom back then (51:10), the teacher who was fired for allowing students to braid his hair (55:26), random childhood memories (1:03:03) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Don't worry too much about the past. Don't worry too much about the future. Focus on the now...it's a gift because it's the present."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYYou ever sign up to run a 10K and forget to train for it? Bnag came ready to tell his story from this past weekend (2:43) before Uncle Leon opened up about his recent struggles with change (13:10). The fellas then talk about men being limited to one heartbreak (28:43), how they'd spend $15 million in two hours (45:16), Joe Biden signing TikTok ban bill (1:12:57) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Don't commit to your pain so much that your healing doesn't stand a chance."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWe got right into all the drama around J. Cole dropping "Might Delete Later" (4:00) and then apologizing at Dreamville Fest for dissing Kendrick Lamar (13:11). After a lengthy discussion, we talked UConn & South Carolina winning national titles (31:12), debated which superpower we'd take from the solar eclipse (47:35), recognized Meg the Stallion & Glorilla for bringing us the #WannaBeChallenge (1:11:04) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"The misunderstanding is that winning always looks like winning." - Randall WardDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWould you rather smoke crack before every family function or lick every doorknob you ever use? That's how we started this week's episode (6:00) before somehow transitioning into a preview of Dreamville Fest (18:30). We went on to discuss women's college basketball making history this week (28:50), how the "I'm just a girl" phrase has taken over (45:35), the current cost of living/inflation (51:25) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"No matter what's brought your way in this life, if you can breathe...don't run." - Iman ShumpertDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYThe house raid, the alleged getaway plane, the lawsuits...y'all already know we had to start this week's episode off talking about all of the drama surrounding Diddy (11:33). From there we get into Kendrick taking shots at Drake & J. Cole (28:02), Beyonce dropping "Cowboy Carter" (40:18) and March Madness (45:10). We also discuss the Francis Scott Key bridge collapsing (57:25), share our favorite white people sayings (1:04:11) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"The struggle that you are in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYIt's been a few weeks since we kicked it but we made sure to come back with a good one! MACHINEMOOK joined us this week to talk how he got started in music (5:25), what artists inspired him (9:20) and the process/motivation behind his debut EP "Honeymoon" (20:23). He also chimed in to discuss the difference between a hit and a classic record (49:30), the "Quiet on Set" documentary (1:13:40) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"There is no right way to success." - MACHINEMOOKDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWe're a little late to the party but we had to recap the Chiefs winning Super Bowl LVIII (7:10) and Usher's halftime performance (15:42) to start this week's episode. We also talked about the "Who TF Did I Marry?" story that went viral on TikTok (19:50), how we survived an actual pandemic (35:45), what a real-life trade deadline would look like (44:40) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Standing in your truth does not make you noble." - Shalon JacksonDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWhat's one basic thing that you're terrible at? (9:22) That's the question that kicked off this week's episode before we give our thoughts on karma (18:26) and the Nicki-Meg beef (24:15). From there we try to figure out why our generation is so unhappy (33:11), talk about  tax season (46:52), preview the Super Bowl/Usher's halftime show (1:00:36) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"When you stop enjoying things like you did when you were a kid, your life gets boring. I'm going to watch wrestling forever." - A$AP YamsDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYHave y'all noticed that drinking games are getting hornier and hornier these days? (8:01) Or that sports betting is hitting the streets like crack in the 80s? (26:06) Those were just a couple topics brought to the discussion as a part of the "Hear Me Out" segment that was started last week. We also previewed of the NFL conference championship games this weekend (50:27), spoke on what we'd ask if we decided who gets into heaven (1:04:41) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Success and failure are on the same road. Failure is just an earlier exit." - Jack HylesDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYThis week's episode started off with us recapping MLK Day (3:05) and the first round of the NFL playoffs (7:47) before we each gave our biggest "hear me out" takes (16:45). We also went on to discuss viral tweets about broke women (31:08), studs not being held to the same standards as men (46:24), the best lines from Ghost in "Power" (56:44) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Don't look back, you're not going that way." - Mary EngelbreitDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYIt's the first episode of 2024 so we had to update y'all on what's been going on (3:10), talk New Year's resolutions (12:11) and get into  Katt Williams' interview on Club Shay Shay (21:21). We also joke on Noah Knigga going viral for his last name (44:51), talk about why men hate being gifted (56:01), discuss the girl who lied on her ex's HIV status (1:07:41) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"The mystery of life isn't a problem to solve, but a reality to experience." - Frank HerbertDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWould you rather receive $100K right now or flip coin for a chance to win $10 million? That's how we started off this week's episode (4:15) before somehow getting into how we'd survive a zombie apocalypse with zombies of all shapes and sexual orientations (19:12). We also answer if we'd let our girls get into a fight if we could stop it (38:00), talk about Nelly & Ashanti inspiring people to spin the block (44:34), discuss the importance or teachers and parents working together (1:01:02) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Don't begrudge your process."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYIs it just us or has the temperature dropped to disrespectful levels lately? We can't even warm up while we share what we did for Thanksgiving (10:15) before we get into the allegations surrounding Josh Giddey (28:39) and how bad it's getting for Diddy (36:40). We also share our advice for women when entering relationships (1:06:14) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Mindset is what separates the best from the rest."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWe know it's been a minute so we had to kick things off with an update of what we've been up to over the last month and a half (4:50) before getting into Keith Lee causing chaos in Atlanta (22:27). We also talk our favorite Thanksgiving dishes (40:30),  Drake & J. Cole going on tour (52:27), Draymond Green choking Rudy Gobert (53:49) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"You have to go through it in order to get through it." - Ida Linehan YoungDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYIt had been a while since someone posed "Would You Rather" question, so Uncle Leon kicked this week's pod off with one that had everyone stuck (20:25). We then got into the "girl math vs. boy math" trend that took over social media this week (39:49),  which turned into us making fun of women losing friends on girls trips (50:18). We also talked Trump being found guilty of fraud (1:05:49), Dame Lillard getting traded to the Bucks (1:15:50) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"True friends are like stars, you can only recognize them when it's dark around you." - Bob MarleyDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYBnag got his wisdom teeth removed last week and came back with a story about how he recovered in reverse (3:45). We also got into why men approach women in "chill clothes" (12:43), Deion Sanders leading a revolution at Colorado (23:26), the best and worst cereals of all time (38:25), why people care so much about celebrity breakups (47:12) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"True power is displayed in not having to use it." - From the TV show BillionsDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWould you rather never change your underwear again or never brush your teeth again? That's the question that kicked off this week's pod and somehow led us into a full conversation about tighty-whities (6:10). From there, we talked this generation of pastors (24:20), Sha'Carri Richardson returning to the spotlight (43:20), Mitch McConnell shutting down during a press conference again (1:05:45) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Never become so thirsty that you drink from any cup presented to you. Be selective." - @MazikodeThahDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYThings were a little slow this week but we made the most of it by giving our thoughts on Usher and Keke Palmer being petty in the music video for his new single "Boyfriend" (8:25). We went on to laugh at Big Boogie's $15 million-dollar lie (22:25), dish out some advice to all of the 20-25 year olds out there (32:16), talk about Michael Oher being blindsided by his "adoptive family" (43:12) and more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Stay afraid, but do it anyway. What's important is the action." - Carrie FisherDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYY'all already know we weren't talking about anything other than the brawl that took place at the Montgomery Riverfront (6:52) to start off this week's episode. After a bunch of laughs, we get into Jamie Foxx's "controversial" IG post (31:20), Beyoncé's tour (52:47), Tory Lanez being sentenced to 10 years (1:03:55) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Of all the liars in the world, sometimes the worst are our own fears." - Rudyard KiplingDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWe came back ready to pod this week, starting off with a recap our experience at NBA player Keldon Johnson's youth basketball camp (10:20) and the Spence vs. Crawford fight that went down last weekend (22:13). We also choose which Olympic sport we'd choose to compete in (40:18), debate if Tubi should be accepted in the black community (45:42), talk about Carlee Russell's kidnapping being a lie (51:50) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"What triggers you, controls you. Heal." - Candace CottonDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWe didn't have a lot of set topics this week so we laid out a few hypothetical scenarios to get things started, discussing our answers to what we'd google search in 2030 (13:04), which habitat we'd rather be stuck in (19:53) and if we'd want to share our unfiltered thoughts at all times (34:43). We also get into the story about Carlee Russell and if it was all fake (43:20), how it reminds us of Jussie Smollett (1:06:48) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Accepting the emotion you're feeling gives the power back to you. To avoid is to amplify and to acknowledge is to release." - J. Mike FieldsDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYIf you were throwing a party and needed three comedians to headline, who are you choosing? We give our answers to that (8:01) before jumping right into Keke Palmer's baby-daddy drama (24:20), Jonah Hill's ex-girlfriend showing old screenshots of his "boundaries" (40:08) and LightSkinKeisha's fiancee talking crazy (57:25). We also talk about the weird trend of using the Remini app to predict how your kids will look (1:11:48), how tipping has gone too far (1:18:20) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"The bad news is time flies. The good news is you're the pilot." - Michael AltshulerDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWhat's something you think people pretend to enjoy? We each had to give our answers to that question (8:18) before getting into Elon Musk & Twitter vs. Mark Zuckerberg & Threads (21:30). We also recap our day trip to DC over the weekend (30:30), debate the possibility of scoring 15 points in an NBA game for $20 million (36:20), discuss being the evil villain in someone else's story (45:55) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Stop using your energy worry. Instead, use your energy to believe, create, love, grow, glow, manifest and heal."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWe jumped right into the story of the missing Titan submersible that took the world by storm this week (3:30). From there, we recapped what we did for Father's Day (39:00), had a real convo about Pride Month (1:03:49), went in on everyone who failed to unbig their backs before summer started (1:16:35) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." - Mahatma GandhiDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWe kicked off this week's episode by showing love to our fathers ahead of Father's Day (12:15) before getting into some serious talk about YK Osiris and DJ AONE harassing Sukihana (24:23). From there we got into a funny conversation about if your girl could actually find a better man when it comes to some things in a relationship (50:00). We also talked about the Nuggets winning the NBA title (1:15:33), the recent passing of Jacky Oh (1:22:08) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Thank people for the small things they do that make you feel good."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYThere was no doubt that this week's episode was going to start with us discussing  the tragic shooting that ruined a high school graduation in Richmond (18:00). From there we talked about Travis Rudolph being found not guilty (42:47), Zion Williamson's side chick drama (49:20), the Canada wildfires affect the air quality here in the States (1:08:05) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"It takes 20 years to build a reputation and 5 minutes to ruin it." - Warren BuffettDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYAn early joke from Bnag about being "the father that stepped up" (2:27) led to an unexpected conversation about stepfathers, single mothers & parenthood as a whole. Of course we had to give a play-by-play of the perfect date with a single mother (33:31) before getting into MLB player Tim Anderson's side-chick drama (42:38) and the murder trial involving former NFL player Travis Rudolph (59:48). We also talk Shannon Sharpe leaving "Undisputed" (1:21:08), the Nuggets/Heat NBA Finals matchup (1:29:45) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Life may not always give you what you want, but it does give you what you need." - Leon BrownDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYThis weeks' episode starts off with a conversation about what we would do if a church accidentally sent us $10,000 (9:40), which led Bnag to tell a hilarious story about a church he used to attend (13:05). We eventually get into how many punches we think it'll take to knock Mike Tyson out (27:27), why men don't share their locations (38:48), Ja Morant not being able to put the guns down (52:45), the NBA Playoffs (1:10:06) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Friendship means little when it's convenient" - Shimazu Koji (John Wick 4)Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWould you beat up 15 third-graders for $20,000? Would you do crack for $600 million? How much would it take for you to never bring up slavery again? These are hard-hitting questions we asked this week before questioning why some people become elitist after getting into therapy (24:50), previewing Mother's Day plans (33:20) and debating who's the realist mother from all of the Power series (37:10). We also send our well wishes to Jamie Foxx (56:45), talk Diddy & JD finally setting a date for their Verzuz matchup (1:01:40) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Some things don't need prayer, they need discipline. God already gave you the play, He's just waiting on you to run it." - Samantha J. WestDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYIt was only right we started this episode off by acknowledging Cinco de Mayo and sharing what our plans are to celebrate (7:15). From there we sent  our condolences to the late great Jerry Springer (14:15), recapped the Tank/Garcia fight (24:00) and gave our thoughts on the series finale of Snowfall (32:30). We also talked NBA Playoffs (53:20), Dillon Brooks' release from the Grizzlies (1:01:48), how A.I. is taking over (1:08:42) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Once you're finished changing, you're finished." - Benjamin FranklinDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYTo all the fellas out there, who's winning the fight between you at age 25 and your dad when he was 25? We kicked off this week's episode giving our answers (9:20), which led to Nyce sharing a classic story about the time he tried his dad over a church plate (16:09)! From there we get into the upcoming Hulu documentary about Freaknik (27:40), men getting surgery to be taller (57:00), Draymond's suspension and all the other NBA Playoff drama (1:05:05), the shooting of Ralph Yarl (1:21:11) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"The world has no sympathy for the validity of your excuses."Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWe came back this week asking the important questions, like why can't adults outside of the education field have a Spring or Summer break? (5:07) Or what would you do if you and your significant other tried crack together and ONLY they got addicted? (1:01:50) Real questions that need real answers! We also recapped our experience at Dreamville Fest (17:56), talked LSU's title and all the Angel Reese controversy (47:15), congratulated the UConn men on their championship run (57:25), dove into the drama surrounding Jonathan Majors (1:11:00) and so much more!Rest in Peace to our Hampden-Sydney brother Karlton Davis! Sending all of our love and light to his family and friends! You will be missed! ❤️GEM OF THE WEEK"See it as high as you can see it -- be delusional even." - J. ColeSONG OF THE WEEK1:33 | J. Cole - In the Morning (feat. Drake)Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYWe jumped right into the next set of 100 episodes with a goodie! We were joined on the grey couch this week by the one and only JaMyra, a longtime friend of the pod who recently revealed her new fitness business "Chase the Burn." We got into why she wanted to start helping others (16:12), how being a mother has influenced her fitness journey (24:27) and her favorite & least favorite things about chasing the burn (34:30). She also gives her thoughts on why people tend to hit the gym right after breakups (1:00:40), what you can expect when you purchase her guide (1:15:20) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Fuck what people think." - JaMyraDon't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYIt's our 100th episode so y'all know it was a celebration! We toasted some champagne, poured up a few shots and had a few friends join the production. We started by thanking all of our former guests before sharing how we've grown throughout the journey and recapping some of our favorite moments. There was also some talk about 6ix9ine getting jumped at LA Fitness, Larsa Pippen saying she had sex 4 times a night for 23 years and so many other random conversations!GEM OF THE WEEK"No amount of regret can change the past and no amount of anxiety can change the future."MUSIC1:05 | Drake - We Made It (feat. Soulja Boy)Don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Twitter @opengempod and to subscribe to our YouTube channel "Open Gem: The Podcast."

SUMMARYFellas, when's the last time you did something that wasn't for the attention of a woman? That question stumped us for a good while (33:00) after we took some time out to show some love to March being Women's History Month (23:30). From there, we talked about the new seasons of BMF & Snowfall (38:36), Ja Morant's shenanigans (1:03:45), Shawn Kemp's old ass antics (1:17:40), Dreamville Fest (1:24:18) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"Celebrate your small wins."MUSIC2:23 | SHRETA - Cruise3:02 | J. Cole - Too Deep for the Intro3:52 | Jacquees - When You Bad Like That (feat. Future)

SUMMARYWe were down in New Orleans celebrating Uncle Leon's 30th birthday last week so we came back with a full-length recap. There was a lot of food consumed (17:38), a lot of beads thrown on Bourbon Street (25:13) and a lot of silence during a comedy show (36:55). We also talked about how we stole a section at Treehouse (41:02), Uncle Leon and Bnag missing their initial flight on the way back (59:11), Nyce's rough Wednesday morning (1:03:29) and so much more! Before closing out though, we had to take a second to congratulate Alex Mack on his song "Young Man" reaching 1 million streams (1:35:28)!GEM OF THE WEEK"Shit doesn't happen in a day, but if you let the days go by it won't happen in a year either."MUSIC2:20 | YN Jay - Perc & Sex3:16 | Drake & 21 Savage - Rich Flex4:30 | Cordae - Two Tens (feat. Anderson .Paak)

SUMMARYThe fellas talked about everything under the sun this week but it was only right they started off by acknowledging LeBron becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer (17:55) and Beyoncé now holding the record for the most Grammy wins ever (36:56). Black history at its finest! From there, they talk Valentine's Day (1:05:00), the Big Red Boots (1:18:30), tax season (1:22:45), Super Bowl predictions (1:29:50) and so much more!GEM OF THE WEEK"If you have time to whine, then you have too much time."MUSIC3:36 | SZA - Snoze4:35 | Beyoncé - CUFF IT (WETTER REMIX)6:57 | PARTYNEXTDOOR - Her Old Friends

SUMMARYThe fellas finally got back to the grey couch so it was only right they gave updates on how the new year has been treating them so far. Bnag talked about his choice to cut sugar out of his diet (8:55) before Uncle Leon shared that he now has Invisalign (25:05), which somehow led to a hilarious conversation about the terrible eating habits in our community (34:50). After that, the floor was given to Nyce so he could go into detail about his recent trip to LA to work on AT&T's "Dream in Black" campaign as an Art Director (48:05)!GEM OF THE WEEK"The distractions not going anywhere. Up the discipline." - @_BrittneyCarterMUSIC3:45 | Vince Staples - LEMONADE (feat. Ty Dolla $ign)4:59 | Chris Brown - Psychic (feat. Jack Harlow)6:19 | Victony - Chop & Slide