Simu Liu, Tobe Nwigwe & Calvin Johnson On Cultural Differences & Strict Parents | The Shop S7

Amazing guests, unheard stories and fresh cuts. Just another day at The Shop.

This week, Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera chop it up with an exceptional group: Simu Liu, Tobe Nwigwe, Baron Davis and Calvin Johnson. Simu talks about his unique journey from being an accountant to starring in one of Marvel’s biggest films — establishing himself as a movie star. Tobe talks about his own experience in film, transitioning from football to music and his Nigerian upbringing. Baron breaks down being a multi-faceted creative, navigating his passions outside of basketball and his first-hand experience of “Linsanity.” Calvin discusses his legendary NFL career, his relationship with the Lions organization and the importance of having confidence instilled at a young age. The guys also dive into entrepreneurship, their personal businesses and much more.

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(0:00) Intro
(2:13) Mav, Tobe, Calvin & Baron talk fatherhood
(4:29) Calvin on his kids never seeing him play
(6:16) Calvin on his relationship with the Lions
(11:00) Simu explains why his parents ate his edibles
(12:42) Simu on expectations as an Asian
(16:31) Baron on New York during Linsanity
(23:26) Tobe talks his college football career and why he stopped playing
(25:42) Tobe on having strict Nigerian parents and chasing his dreams
(28:03) Simu on when he realized he made it and landing big roles
(30:42) Baron on the challenges of pursuing passions off-court
(33:17) Baron on how he views basketball, GOAT convos, and athlete storytellers
(35:41) Calvin on realizing when he had a chance to go pro
(37:58) Tobe on auditioning for Transformers
(42:21) Simu on the best advice he received from an acting teacher
(42:57) Baron on the worst acting advice he ever received