Work N Progress Podcast

Jermaine Shute, Marcus Shute Jr, Stephen Crutcher Sr., Carlos Partee

Starlito kicks off Work N Progress, a new podcast alongside two close friends and his cousin creating space for honest conversations, reflection, and growth.

  1. APR 21

    Aruba, Golf, Survivor's Remorse & Yoga?? The WNP Crew Has No Filter 😂🌴 | Work N Progress Ep. 14

    The Work N Progress crew is back and this episode has NO chill — from birthday trips to Aruba, to debating golf culture, unpacking survivor's remorse, marching band culture, and somehow ending up on favorite yoga positions 😂🧘🏾‍♂️. Tap in for the realest, funniest, most unfiltered conversation the WNP fam has had yet. Starlito 🎤 | Jimmy Hatcha 😂 | Carlos Partee 🎧 | Shute ⚖️ This is the show where four men from four completely different lanes — music, comedy, law, and entrepreneurship — have the kind of conversations that need to be heard. From the couch to the culture, nothing is off limits on Work N Progress. 👇 Like, comment, and subscribe to stay locked in! ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Intro & WNP vibes 🎙️1:27 – WNP Crew's live listen to Starlito's On the Radar Freestyle  💪🏾10:00 – Los's birthday trip to Aruba 🌴🎂 (details, details, details)20:00 – Break Room Talk: crew catches up & gets loose 😂30:00 – Golf: are we doing this now? The crew debates golf culture ⛳35:00 – Marching band culture: more respect needed 🥁🎺45:00 – The Shift: deep convo on growth & what's changed 🧠55:00 – Starlito speaks: what he's really been on lately 🎤1:00:00 – Survivor's Remorse: the real talk about leveling up and leaving people behind 💔1:10:00 – Navigating success, guilt, and loyalty 🔑1:20:00 – Real life, real decisions: the guys get vulnerable 🙏🏾1:30:00 – Favorite yoga position (yes, really 😂🧘🏾)1:50:00 – Closing gems & WNP sign-off 💎 #WNP #WorkNProgress #WorkNProgPodcast #Nashville #Podcast #Starlito #Aruba #SurvivorRemorse #MarchingBand #Golf #Wellness #Growth #BlackPodcast 📲 Follow Work N Progress Podcast:IG: https://www.instagram.com/worknprogpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worknprogpodcastFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585610322752 #WNP #WorkNProgress 📲 Follow the Hosts:Carlos ParteeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/im_losoStarlito Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starlitogrindhardStephen Thomas Sr. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.hatchaShuteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shute #WorkNProgPodcast #Podcast 🎙️ Join Our YouTube MembershipSupport the podcast and get access to exclusive content, behind-the-scenes clips, and early episode drops.Join here:https://www.youtube.com/@WorkNProgPodcast/membership  Email: worknprogprod@gmail.com

    1h 58m

  2. APR 15

    BBLs (Books & Building Legos) Ft Starlito & Work N Progress Crew Ep 13

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    1h 53m

  3. APR 8

    Rob Covington joins Starlito & Work N Progress Podcast ep 12

    In this episode of the Work N Prog Podcast, the crew sits down with NBA forward Robert Covington for a real conversation about perseverance, business, and betting on yourself on and off the court. From undrafted grind to league vet, RoCo breaks down mindset, money, and moving with purpose in every season of life. Hosted by Starlito, Jimmy Hatcha, Carlos Partee, and Shute, this one is for hoopers, hustlers, and anybody chasing their lane with discipline and faith. Timestamps are below so you can jump to your favorite moments.  00:00 – 🎬 Cold open & setting the scene with Robert Covington03:10 – 🏀 Early days, going undrafted, and making it to the league11:25 – 💪 Work ethic, discipline, and staying ready for every opportunity19:40 – 🧠 Mental toughness, criticism, and pressure at the highest level27:55 – 💼 Business moves, investments, and life beyond basketball36:30 – 🤝 Relationships, loyalty, and keeping a solid circle44:45 – 🙏 Faith, family, and spiritual grounding through ups and downs53:20 – 🧩 Identity outside of the game and preparing for the next chapter1:01:10 – 🎯 Advice for young hoopers and entrepreneurs locked in on the grind1:09:35 – 😂 Light moments, jokes with the crew, and locker room stories1:17:50 – 💬 Final gems from RoCo & closing thoughts from the hosts 📲 Follow Work N Progress Podcast:IG: https://www.instagram.com/worknprogpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worknprogpodcastFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585610322752 #WNP #WorkNProgress 📲 Follow the Hosts:Carlos ParteeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/im_losoStarlito Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starlitogrindhardStephen Thomas Sr. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.hatchaShuteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shute #WorkNProgPodcast #Podcast 🎙️ Join Our YouTube MembershipSupport the podcast and get access to exclusive content, behind-the-scenes clips, and early episode drops.Join here:https://www.youtube.com/@WorkNProgPodcast/membership  Email: worknprogprod@gmail.com

    2h 1m

  4. APR 1

    St. Paddy’s Day Vibes w/ Starlito & Work N Progress 🍀 | Ep. 11

    🎧 Hosted by: Starlito, Jimmy Hatcha, Carlos Partee, Shute📍 Podcast: Work N Progress Podcast (Ep. 11) – “St. Paddy’s Day” St. Paddy’s Day episode of the Work N Progress Podcast with Starlito, Jimmy Hatcha, Carlos Partee, and Shute, live from Nashville and locked in on growth, gratitude, and getting to it. Tap in as the crew breaks down holiday energy, street stories, business moves, comedy grind, and how to keep your spirit right while you chase success. Like, comment, and subscribe if you’re rocking with the journey. 00:00 – 🍀 Cold open & St. Paddy’s Day energy02:15 – 🎙️ Introductions, vibes, and what’s on everyone’s mind today07:40 – 😂 Jimmy’s comedy stories & learning from bombing on stage15:20 – 🧠 Mental health check-in and handling pressure in real life22:45 – 🎵 Starlito on music, legacy, and staying independent31:10 – 💼 Carlos on DJ life, entrepreneurship, and building multiple lanes39:55 – ⚖️ Shute’s lawyer perspective on contracts, deals, and fine print48:30 – 🤝 Friendship, loyalty, and holding each other accountable56:05 – 📈 Elevating creatively vs. chasing clout and clicks1:03:40 – 🧘🏾 Spiritual grounding, prayer, and staying grateful1:11:25 – 📊 Business talk: ownership, partnerships, and life after rap/comedy1:19:10 – 🎯 Closing gems, what’s next for Work N Progress & final thoughts 📲 Follow Work N Progress Podcast:IG: https://www.instagram.com/worknprogpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worknprogpodcastFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585610322752 #WNP #WorkNProgress 📲 Follow the Hosts:Carlos ParteeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/im_losoStarlito Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starlitogrindhardStephen Thomas Sr. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.hatchaShuteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shute #WorkNProgPodcast #Podcast 🎙️ Join Our YouTube MembershipSupport the podcast and get access to exclusive content, behind-the-scenes clips, and early episode drops.Join here:https://www.youtube.com/@WorkNProgPodcast/membership  Email: worknprogprod@gmail.com

    1h 28m
  5. Not the Country You Know | Starlito & Work N Progress Podcast ep 10

    MAR 25

    Not the Country You Know | Starlito & Work N Progress Podcast ep 10

    The WNP guys dive into how America feels right now – politically, culturally, and spiritually – and what it really means to grow as a man in the middle of it all. Starlito also shares more about his new project #NTCYK #NottheCountryYouKnow  0:00 – Intro vibes & what’s on the guys’ minds 🎙️5:12 – “Not the country you know” – shifting America 🇺🇸💭18:45 – Hustle, money moves, and responsibility 💰32:10 – Family, fatherhood, and real-life priorities 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦47:30 – Mental health, pressure, and staying grounded 🧠1:01:05 – Industry stories, wins and losses 🎵1:18:20 – Lessons, perspective, and closing gems 💎 Tap in with Starlito, Jimmy Hatcha, Carlos Partee, and Shute as the Work N Progress crew unpacks the game, the country, and the culture – and how to protect your peace and purpose through it all. 💯🔥 #WorkNProgress #WNP #Starlito #Podcast #NotTheCountryYouKnow #Nashville #HipHop #MentalHealth #Culture #Growth #Entrepreneurship #Comedy #lawofattraction  📲 Follow Work N Progress Podcast:IG: https://www.instagram.com/worknprogpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worknprogpodcastFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585610322752 #WNP #WorkNProgress 📲 Follow the Hosts:Carlos ParteeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/im_losoStarlito Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starlitogrindhardStephen Thomas Sr. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.hatchaShuteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shute #WorkNProgPodcast #Podcast 🎙️ Join Our YouTube MembershipSupport the podcast and get access to exclusive content, behind-the-scenes clips, and early episode drops.Join here:https://www.youtube.com/@WorkNProgPodcast/membership  Email: worknprogprod@gmail.com

    1h 34m

  6. MAR 18

    Why Would You Lie Like That? 🤥 | Starlito x Work N Progress Podcast (Ep. 9) 🎙️

    From the studio to the streets, the **Work N Progress** crew sits down with Starlito for a raw, unfiltered conversation around honesty, loyalty, music, and the moments that test your character the most. 🎧🔥 Tap in for game, stories, and perspective from one of Nashville’s most thoughtful voices.   ⏱️ Timestamps  0:00 – Intro, WNP energy and setting up the convo 🎬  4:10 – Where “Why would you lie like that?” came from 🤥  11:30 – Starlito on growth, accountability, and moving different 🧠  19:45 – Loyalty, trust, and how small lies turn into big problems 🤯  28:20 – Rap, business, and navigating the industry as an independent artist 🎵  37:55 – Mental health, boundaries, and protecting your peace 🧘🏾‍♂️  46:40 – Stories from the city, lessons from real-life situations 🌆  55:15 – How social media, clout, and perception twist the truth 📱  1:03:50 – Fatherhood, family, and what really matters off the mic 👨‍👧‍👦  1:14:10 – Advice for younger artists and anybody trying to find their lane 🚀  1:24:30 – Clearing up misconceptions and setting the record straight 🗣️  1:35:05 – What Starlito is focused on next and what’s coming up 🎯  1:47:20 – Closing thoughts, gems, and WNP sign off 🙏   👍 Like, comment, and subscribe to **Work N Progress Podcast** for more in-depth conversations with creators, leaders, and thinkers shaping the culture.   📲 Follow the Work N Progress Podcast:  IIG: https://www.instagram.com/worknprogpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worknprogpodcastFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585610322752 📲 Follow the Hosts:Carlos ParteeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/im_losoStarlito Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starlitogrindhardStephen Thomas Sr. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.hatchaShuteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shute #WorkNProgPodcast #Nashville #Podcast 🎙️ Join Our YouTube MembershipSupport the podcast and get access to exclusive content, behind-the-scenes clips, and early episode drops.Join here:https://www.youtube.com/@WorkNProgPodcast/membership Email: worknprogprod@gmail.com

    1h 52m

  7. MAR 10

    Reasonable Dowdy 👨🏾‍⚖️ ⚖️| WNP Guys chat with Ronald Dowdy candidate for Criminal Court Judge

    Another legendary convo with the Work N Prog crew as we sit down with Ronald Dowdy, candidate for Criminal Court Judge. ⚖️👨🏾‍⚖️ We dive into his story, his vision for the bench, and what “reasonable” really means when real lives are on the line. Tap in and share with somebody who cares about justice in Nashville and beyond. 🙌 ⏱️ Timestamps0:00 – Intro, WNP vibes and setting the table 🎧3:45 – Who is Ronald Dowdy? Early life, roots, and motivation to serve 👨🏾‍⚖️10:20 – Journey into law and first experiences in the criminal courts 🏛️18:05 – Why he’s running for Criminal Court Judge and what’s at stake ⚖️26:40 – “Reasonable Dowdy” explained: fairness, accountability, and real‑world judgment 🤝36:15 – Talking community safety, second chances, and rehabilitation vs. punishment 🔁45:50 – The impact of judges on families, youth, and the next generation 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦55:30 – Addressing misconceptions about the criminal justice system 🧠1:05:10 – Nashville’s unique challenges and how he plans to approach them 🌆1:13:44 – Dowdy discusses his role in prosecuting the Waffle House shooter 💔1:17:45 – Stories from the courtroom that shaped his perspective 📚1:29:30 – Bias, equity, and what real judicial integrity looks like 💯1:41:20 – How faith, family, and mentors influence his decisions 🙏1:52:00 – Message to voters and why your vote matters in judicial races 🗳️2:00:10 – Closing thoughts, shoutouts, and how to stay connected with the WNP guys 🔔 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe to Work N Prog Podcast for more real conversations with the people shaping our city. 📲 Follow us:IG: https://www.instagram.com/worknprogpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worknprogpodcastFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585610322752 📲 Follow the Hosts:Carlos ParteeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/im_losoStarlito Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starlitogrindhardStephen Thomas Sr. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.hatchaShuteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shute #WorkNProgPodcast #RonaldDowdy #CriminalCourtJudge #Nashville #Justice #Podcast 🎙️ Join Our YouTube MembershipSupport the podcast and get access to exclusive content, behind-the-scenes clips, and early episode drops.Join here:https://www.youtube.com/@WorkNProgPodcast/membership  Email: worknprogprod@gmail.com

    2h 5m

  8. MAR 4

    Drink some coffee mane ☕️ | 🎱 8Ball of 8Ball and MJG and Starlito Work N Progress Podcast ep. 7

    Welcome to the Work N Progress Podcast, a show where four Black men have honest conversations about personal growth, accountability, entrepreneurship, music, relationships, and navigating life as we continue to evolve. On this episode of Work N Progress Podcast, we sit down with hip hop legend 8Ball from the iconic duo 8Ball & MJG for a real conversation about growth, business, and evolving as a man and artist. 8Ball ☕️: https://8ballbrandcoffees.com/ We talk about his journey from legendary Southern hip hop to entrepreneurship, including the coffee brand he started with his son and what it means to build something generational. We also dive into new music, staying creative over time, and how perspective changes as you grow.Work N Progress is all about real conversations, accountability, and personal growth, and this episode is a great example of what it looks like to keep evolving. 0:00 ⏱️ Intro – “Drink some coffee mane” setup, hosts warm-up3:00 ☕ Work N Progress concept and today’s vibe8:00 🎤 8Ball early memories & first grind stories15:00 🏙️ Memphis roots, culture, and game learned outside the booth22:00 💿 8Ball & MJG come-up and classic era reflections30:00 🤝 Linking with Starlito and real Nashville–Memphis connections38:00 🧠 Business, ownership, and lessons from the industry46:00 🧩 Balancing music, family, and mental space as men55:00 💼 Entrepreneurship talk – doing more than rap1:03:00 🎧 Recording, studio stories, and creative process1:11:00 🗣️ Advice for younger artists and hustlers1:20:00 🙏 Final words, shoutouts, and closing out the pod Subscribe to Work N Progress PodcastMake sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to the channel so you never miss an episode.Subscribe here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCD68srJHAIho2MteLdwojqg  Join Our YouTube MembershipSupport the podcast and get access to exclusive content, behind the scenes clips, and early episode drops.Join here:https://www.youtube.com/@WorkNProgPodcast/membership  Follow Work N Progress PodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/worknprogpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worknprogpodcast 📲 Follow the Hosts:Carlos ParteeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/im_losoStarlito Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starlitogrindhardStephen Thomas Sr. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.hatchaShuteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shute Email: worknprogprod@gmail.com

    1h 28m
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Ratings & Reviews

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15 Ratings

About

Starlito kicks off Work N Progress, a new podcast alongside two close friends and his cousin creating space for honest conversations, reflection, and growth.

Information

  • Creator
    Jermaine Shute, Marcus Shute Jr, Stephen Crutcher Sr., Carlos Partee
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Work N Progress Podcast

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