This weeks episode of The Gentleman's Lounge is the final episode of the season. They do something a little different and invited Jei Storm back as the Host of this podcast and 15 special guests that have been watching this entire season as the live audience. Jei Storm and the guys talk about special moments of the season, plans for next season, and play a final game of Tonight's Conversation. We hope you enjoy and we will see you next season!

On this weeks episode of The Gentleman's Lounge, the guys bring on a special guest Lacy Marie, who is a full time Entrepreneur, Mother, and OnlyFans Model. She gives her input on relationships and Stigmas with people who create explicit content on OnlyFans. Hope you enjoy!

On this weeks episode of The Gentleman's Lounge, the guys talk about the values of tradition and creating traditions for their future families. They also dive deep into family memories and traditions they practiced during holidays. Hope you enjoy!

On this weeks episode of The Gentleman's Lounge, the guys brought on a special guest SigmaChris, a well known and renowned Chicago native curator to talk about his journey on becoming one of the biggest event planners in Chicago. He gives advice on safety, networking and how to start off with curating. Hope you enjoy!

This weeks episode the Guys brought on Dr. Hareder McDowel to Talk about and Promote healthy sex lives, How to build healthy relationship habits and more in the African American community. Hope you Enjoy!

On this weeks episode of The Gentleman's Lounge, the guys brought on a special guest from Season 4, Jei Storm, to talk about current personal and celebrity relationship trends, topics and more. Hope you Enjoy!

This weeks episode the Guys brought on @breespecific to talk about life in the music industry as a Black Women and Personal Goals. Hope you all enjoy!

This weeks episode the guys played a game called Tonights Conversation where they discuss current social topics and trends. Hope you enjoy!

This weeks episode talks about Marriage and Relationship advice and How to have a healthy relationship with Social Media playing a big role in our lives in todays world.

Welcome back to Season 5! In our first episode we touch on Jarrette’s Healing Journey, Les and AJ’s College Days and Career Changes. Share with a friend who might relate!

As the guys close out season 4 of the Gentleman’s lounge, the objective was to reflect and put a stamp on the season.  Essentially, a response of Episode 2 where they discussed 2023 goals and items on the checklist they’re looking to accomplish and achieve. On top of that, discuss some exciting things that occurred in the mist of their Season 4 journey that will be put on blast. Listen in for what’s in store for The Gentleman’s Lounge Season 5, as we look to expand and bring on more talented...

The Gentleman’s Lounge brought in a Chicago Superstar in Linnae Harper; Professional WNBA Player, The Ohio State University Alumni, and USA Women’s Basketball team member! Linnae & the guys discuss the urgency of Women’s Basketball, WNBA as compared to the NBA, and life being a D1 athlete coming out of the city of Chicago. Also Linnnae discusses her non-profit organization, “That Harper Kid Foundation”, which provides opportunities for underserved youth in the Chicagoland area. 

Welcome to The Gentleman's Lounge podcast! In this episode, our hosts Jarrette, Les and Aj sit down with a special guest, Shayne, from season two of the hit Netflix show Love is Blind. They discuss their experience on the show and how it has impacted their lives. Throughout the episode, Shayne and Jarrette share their thoughts on what they would have done differently on the show and whether they would do it again if given the opportunity. They also dive into their personal goals and...

The Gentleman’s Lounge welcomes three icons within the  Chicago nightlife industry. Charles Martin, Bobby Burke, & Ron Platt all coming from different backgrounds with one goal and a common mindset. Building the brand Civilized Empire, promoting and curating many impactful events in Chicago and other cities; the guys decided they wanted more while helping other people that look like them in the process. They then invested in themselves and became owners of one of the most luxurious black...

Welcome to The Gentleman's Lounge! In this episode, join Jarrette, Aj, and Les as they delve into the intriguing topic of relationships and how to navigate them. From discussing open relationships to exploring the possibilities of what would happen if your partner allowed you to have one, this episode takes a turn into uncharted territory.In a special twist, The Gentleman's Lounge goes live for the first time, and they open up the lines for people to call in and share their thoughts on the...

Chicago bred Wall Street professional, artist and creator/host of REVOLT TV's hit weekly segment “Maconomics” known as Ross Mac. Mac shares the fundamental understanding of financial literacy that most communities need perspective on. Ross' approach to financial literacy is the perfect fusion of hip hop culture and Wall Street knowledge. Ross Mac joins the Gentlemen’s Lounge to discuss the highs and lows coming from the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago to an Ivy League opportunity. After...

There are friends, there is family, and then there are friends that become family. The old saying that friends are like family is very true, because your closest friends are those that have been there for you through everything. You never have to worry about their intentions, or doubt their advice, because they always have your best interests at heart. In today’s episode the guys discuss the importance of distinguishing between a real friend versus a fake friend. How to go about it, and how...

Dr. Hareder McDowell joins the show to speak on her expertise in female mentoring, specific to sexual health and wellness among women of color.  Together we discuss, in detail, how women of color can be left unheard and how our community supports black women. Additionally, Dr. Mac provides insight on one on one intimacy coaching for black women, sexual barrier breakdowns, sexual coaching, curated dating ideas, savvy sex mapping and much more!

Our life is a reflection of our thoughts, we are driven by thoughts, and thoughts are driven by our mind, and that's how ultimately It's our mind which decides or controls everything. Mind is everything, we become what we feed to it. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Bianca Rivera who has her own practice “Balanced soul counseling” joins the show to discuss the importance of mental health and why therapy is key to a healthy mind and lifestyle. The guys add their thoughts and experiences...

How deep is our bond if that’s all it takes for you to be gone? If you’re in a relationship you know the up’s and down’s a couple may endure to maintain the spark, and continued love within the relationship. This episode you’ll get a closer look at how AJ, Jarrette & Les has managed and utilized a variety of relationship maintenance - behaviors exhibited by relational partners in an effort to maintain that relationship for a greater cause long term.

Another day another episode to lay everything on the table as AJ looks to discuss his breakup in more detail. A breakup or divorce can be one of the most stressful and emotional experiences in life. Whatever the reason for the split and whether you wanted it or not, the breakup of a relationship can turn your whole world upside down and trigger all sorts of painful and unsettling emotions. Even when a relationship is no longer good, a divorce or breakup can be extremely painful because it...

The gentlemen bring in two lovely ladies to help pitch a better understanding on dating in today's society.  During the quest for love, millennials turn their lives into satisfaction and rewards, but without someone to share this love with. That makes it hard to welcome a real relationship into their lives. We feel content  on our own and won't leave our comfort zones for another person. How do we change that narrative? Let’s find out.

As season 3 of The Gentlemen’s Lounge comes to an end, the guys sit down and reflect on the highs and lows of this season, while also discussing their 2023 outlook on life and Season 4.  Stay tuned as we’re sure you’ll laugh your way through this one!

Mental health includes the emotional, psychological, and social well being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. The guys take a deep dive into their past traumas and discuss how they’ve affected their mental health growing up, while becoming the men they are today. What are the necessary steps they’ve taken to first acknowledge those traumas and begin the healing process. Don’t feel ashamed to talk about your mental health well-being and eventually take action; the men of The Gentleman’s...