House Guest

What's up, Neighbors?! @missjillscott came to the house, and this one is soulful, hilarious, emotional and probably one of my favorite conversations we’ve ever had. We talk about her return in Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married Again?, motherhood, making music, friendship, gratitude and the life she’s built for herself. Jill opens up in a way that is so vulnerable, so honest and so full of gratitude, there were a few moments that completely caught me off guard. And then there’s the story about Prince, Stevie Wonder and what Jill calls the best night of her life. Y’all. Just wait. There are even more moments from my day with Jill that we couldn’t fit into the episode. Join us on Substack for bonus scenes, extended conversations and more from House Guest: https://iamscottevans.substack.com/t/bonus If Jill Scott impacted your life as much as she did mine, tell her in the comments! And if you’re new to the neighborhood, subscribe and come back every week. We’ve got a lot more coming. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:38 Always Wanted To Be An Auntie 00:02:38 Making a Water Ice 00:04:40 Jill is Full of Glee 00:07:54 Jill's Best Night of Her Life 00:14:31 Full of Gratitude 00:17:09 Jill & Tyler Perry 00:18:56 Jill is Changing 00:23:04 Why Did I Get Married Again 00:26:00 Tasha Smith & Jill 00:27:18 Get To Know You Game 00:36:20 Jill's House Rule 00:38:00 Jill in Botswana 00:40:50 Jill Scott is in my Backyard 00:41:39 Giving Jill Her Flowers 00:49:27 Divine Intervention 00:52:38 Game Time 01:02:33 Why Jill Took a Break 01:06:25 Jill Scott & Erykah Badu 01:12:18 Why Jill Went Independent 01:17:00 Game Continues ⭐️ ⭐️ Show Partners ⭐️ ⭐️ Go to Macys.com for your fall refresh! Bath & Body Works: Shop the Reserve Collection now at https://www.bathandbodyworks.com/t/reserve-collection Apply for your Apple Card today! https://bit.ly/4yjlxXU Amazon Music: Music, podcasts, audiobooks. All in one app! Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/HOUSEGUEST Go to https://baskandlatherco.com and use code HOUSEGUEST for 20% off ********************** SUBSCRIBE TO SCOTT'S CHANNEL: https://t.ly/RpRIG JOIN THE COMMUNITY FOR MORE https://iamscottevans.substack.com/ SCOTT'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/iamscottevans/ SCOTT'S TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamscottevans Find more on Scott here: https://www.iamscottevans.com/

Neighbors, what’s up?! Da’Vine Joy Randolph is in the house, and this one is full of big laughs, good energy and a word or two in-between! Da’Vine opens up about what life has looked like since winning the Academy Award, how she’s using that moment to create more opportunities for other Black women, and the mindset she brings into rooms with legendary actors and directors. She also gets into her love of fashion and how style has actually helped her land roles, plus the projects she’s now developing and producing for herself. And because it’s House Guest, the conversation goes everywhere. Da’Vine talks cooking, hosting, traveling abroad, and some of the things she loves outside of acting. Neighbors, show our girl some love in the comments, what was your favorite part from her visit? Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:20 Loves Cooking 00:05:23 Attempt Local Language 00:06:15 Traveling Aborad 00:06:37 Japan 00:09:05 Planning Travel 00:09:29 Da’Vine’s Favorite Destination 00:10:10 USA Vs Euro Dining Culture 00:12:44 Bargaining Yay or Nay? 00:14:00 Cooking Fresh Pasta 00:17:33 How She Likes to Cook 00:21:15 Follow Recipe or Wing It? 00:22:20 Eating While Walking 00:24:31 Working With Icons 00:28:31 Da’Vine is Not New To This 00:30:38 Doing Press 00:32:30 Her Acting Approach 00:34:04 How Her Education Opened Doors 00:36:39 What Her Parents Taught Her 00:40:35 Winning The Academy Award 00:42:16 Solidifying Her Future 00:45:06 Holdovers 00:47:28 How People React To Her 00:48:30 Where She Keeps Her Oscar 00:50:01 Da’Vine Opera Background 00:52:31 What Da’Vine is Producing 00:55:37 How To Pronounce Da’Vine 00:56:03 Working With Eddie Murphy 00:59:58 Da’Vine’s Love For Fashion 01:02:08 Dating Life 01:04:00 Game Time! ⭐️ ⭐️ Show Partners ⭐️ ⭐️ Amazon Music: Music, podcasts, audiobooks. All in one app! Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/HOUSEGUEST Go to https://baskandlatherco.com and use code HOUSEGUEST for 20% off ********************** SUBSCRIBE TO SCOTT'S CHANNEL: https://t.ly/RpRIG SIGN UP TO SCOTT'S NEWSLETTER https://bit.ly/4hAqYKi SCOTT'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/iamscottevans/ SCOTT'S TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamscottevans Find more on Scott here: https://www.iamscottevans.com/

Neighbors, what’s up?! @ellamai is in the house! We’re talking about her new album Do You Still Love Me?, hitting the road for her U.S. tour, and the journey that took her from London to New York and eventually into music. Ella opens up about moving to New York at eight years old, playing soccer for 10 years, and the moment she realized she had to choose between football and singing. She also talks about becoming a mother, whether she wants more children, and how life has changed since entering this new chapter. And once the games begin, we quickly learn just how competitive Ella really is. Have you got your tickets to see her on this tour? Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:45 What Ella Eats & Drinks 00:07:36 Warm Or Cold to Sleep 00:10:03 Sleeping as New Mom 00:11:22 Shower Night or Morning? 00:15:30 Subtitles on or Off 00:17:39 Love Island or House of the Dragon? 00:19:56 Ella's Superpower 00:21:26 Love on the Spectrum 00:24:20 Going out to Eat 00:27:06 Motherhood 00:32:28 Ella's Upbringing 00:33:46 Ella's Love for Football 00:35:41 NYC Culture Shock 00:38:36 Seeing Her Old Coach 00:41:46 Getting Her Start in Music 00:49:32 Ella's Voice Changes People 00:53:56 Game Time: Take it to the stage! ********************** SUBSCRIBE TO SCOTT'S CHANNEL: https://t.ly/RpRIG SIGN UP TO SCOTT'S NEWSLETTER https://bit.ly/4hAqYKi SCOTT'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/iamscottevans/ SCOTT'S TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamscottevans Find more on Scott here: https://www.iamscottevans.com/ ********************** "Hey Neighbor" theme song created and performed by Will Chapman & SAMWYSE https://www.instagram.com/will.a.chapman / https://www.instagram.com/samwyse_

Neighbors! We took over Chicago with two of the most magnetic people on the planet, Luke James and Mojo Brookzz and y'all, this night was something else!Luke came in with his whole heart on his sleeve. He talked about being the best dad he can be, and then hit us with some live vocals that had the entire room melting. And Mojo had us in tears laughing the whole night, brought his yoyo on stage, and casually mentioned he almost joined the police force if the comedy thing didn't pan out. What made this one special though is how real both of these guys got about what it means to wake up every day doing work you love. The gratitude in the room was contagious. We played games, we laughed until it hurt, and yes, we got both of them to skip across the stage. This is exactly why we take House Guest on the road. Nights like this don't happen by accident.Where should we take the tour next?

What's up, Neighbors?! Our girl Quinta Brunson finally made it to the house!! The Abbott Elementary creator and showrunner sat down with me and from jump, the energy was everything a good visit should be — real, warm, and full of laughs.Quinta gets into what it actually takes to build something great, why 22 episodes a year is no joke, and why making good art matters right now more than ever. She talks about hosting game nights with Questlove, and when we got the games out, she showed out. She also opens up about what it feels like to finally be in a creative space where she feels truly locked in. This one will light a fire under you whether you make things for a living or not.What has Quinta inspired you to create or go after?⭐️ ⭐️ Get 20% off Bask & Lather ⭐️ ⭐️Go to https://baskandlatherco.com and use code HOUSEGUEST for 20% off

What's up, Neighbors?! The Queen Mary J Blige graced this house with the most carefree and joyful version of herself you've ever seen. Mary is in her self-love era and she wants you to know it! She opens up about her Las Vegas residency My Life My Story, her journey through therapy, dating again, and the words from her mother that completely changed how she moves through the world. She takes us behind the scenes of Mudbound and shares how Taraji P. Henson kept her from walking off set. Plus she talks about her businesses, her Lifetime movie deal, and why she is committed to telling stories for the culture. This is Mary J. Blige unbothered, at peace, and having the time of her life.Who's heading to Vegas to catch Mary's residency? Party bus anyone 👀 ⭐️⭐️ Watch on Spotify. Spotify Premium users get no commercial breaks on my show! ⭐️⭐️

What’s up, Neighbors?!The house is full of joy and laughter today because Kyla Pratt pulled up, and from the second she walked in, it was pure chaos 🤣We get into her journey growing up in Hollywood, working with Eddie Murphy, and what it was like being on Insecure with Issa Rae. She also talks about the fun she’s been having on Animal Control and why she still has so much love for what she does.Kyla opens up about her family, being a mom, and raising two mini-me’s who might be ready to follow in her footsteps.What’s your favorite Kyla Pratt project, neighbor?

Neighbors, what’s up?! Our house is full of joy because our girl Ari Lennox pulled up, and the vibes are exactly what you’d hope for! We get into her new album Vacancy, what inspired it, and why this chapter has her more open to love and connection than ever. Ari talks honestly about dating and what kind of partner she's open to. She also takes us back to her childhood, where she admits she definitely kept the adults on their toes, plus we served up her favorite lobster pasta and had plenty of laughs along the way. If you’ve already tapped into Vacancy (which you should be), tell me in the comments: what’s your favorite track from the album?

Neighbors, what’s up?! We’ve got Janelle James pulling up to the house, and it’s exactly the energy you think it’s going to be!Janelle gets into the work behind bringing Ava Coleman to life and how that character has evolved over time. She talks about getting more comfortable with the love that comes from being recognized, and what it’s been like watching audiences really connect with the show.She also talks about her approach to creating new stand-up material, why she’s been sitting on a comedy special deal for years, and why she won’t move forward unless the material really feels right.We also dig into why Abbott Elementary has real staying power, the intention behind the writing, and why Quinta Brunson is such a force. Janelle shares why not everyone’s path looks the same, and why that’s more than okay!Show our girl Janelle some love in the comments, friends!

What's up, neighbor?! Chelsea Handler pulled up and we got into everything — grief, growth, joy, and how she pushes herself to say yes to things that will expand her world. She talks about losing her mom and brother, being a pharmacological intuit, and why she thinks micro-dosing helps people connect and see each other better.It’s Chelsea — honest, funny, and clearer than ever.Make sure to get your tickets to her High & Mighty Tour 👉🏾 https://www.chelseahandler.com/

What up, neighbors?!The hitmaker himself, Khalid, pulled up to talk new music, living his truth, and why this moment feels light and full of joy. He keeps it real about the conversation around his new era, and we get into growth, evolution, and the joy of singing with his mom on 'Hurt People' from his new album 'After the Sun Goes Down.'Get a drink and hang with us friends, this is a fun one! Tell me in the comments what’s your favorite track from his new album 👇🏾Stream Khalid's new album here 👉🏾 https://khalid.lnk.to/atsgd

Neighbors! What is up?!My guy Tyler Lepley pulled up for one heck of a real conversation over some steak and potatoes! We got into what it was like growing up in a white household, the moments that shaped him, and how he discovered his Black identity. He also opened up about fatherhood, fame, and what the future looks like — from his new Netflix hit Ruth & Boaz to the upcoming season of P-Valley on Starz.It got deep, it got honest, and it reminded me why I love doing this show.Can you identify with part of Tyler’s story? Let me know in the comments 👇🏾