“Lyte As a Rock, Harder Than You Ever Was” With MC Lyte | 42
It’s ladies first at the Spades table this week! Hip-hop legend and trailblazer MC Lyte joins Nick and Courtney on We Playin’ Spades, and she’s bringin’ the wisdom, the bars, and the spades heat. From her early days breaking barriers in rap to her work empowering the next generation of artists, Lyte shares stories that span decades in the game. They chop it up about her evolution from emcee to entrepreneur, her voiceover and acting work, and what it takes to stay sharp—on the mic and at the card table. Will her strategic mind and lyrical finesse help her come out on top in this week’s game? Pull up and watch a real one play!Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to We Playin' Spades on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new episodes on YouTube and listen ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/we-playin-spades/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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“Everybody in my house play Spades” With Golden Brooks & Jill Marie Jones | 41
This week on We Playin’ Spades, we have our “Girlfriends” Golden Brooks & Jill Marie Jones at the table. Golden and Jill tell stories about terrible outfits, having good skin and running out of an awards show. They share stories about their life behind the camera, favorite curse words & OG wisdom. The energy is high and these two kiki their way through this crazy game. This episode is wild and you don’t want to miss it. Tune in! Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to We Playin' Spades on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new episodes on YouTube and listen ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/we-playin-spades/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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“I was an Escort” With DeStorm Power | 40
"This week on We Playin’ Spades, DeStorm Power and Don Benjamin chop it up with Nick and Courtney. DeStorm talks about how he started making content before social media was a thing. He talks about his decision to not drink or smoke, which confirms that all his crazy decisions are made sober. DeStorm also shares wild stories from a time in history when he was an exhibitionist and escort! This episode is wild and you don’t want to miss it. Tune in! Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to We Playin' Spades on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new episodes on YouTube and listen ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/we-playin-spades/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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“If they think you handsome, make ‘em pay the ransom” With Pimpin Ken | 39
In this wild episode of We Playin' Spades, Pimpin Ken pulls up to the spades table, but he doesn’t come alone. Pimpin Ken talks about how he started in the game and ended up in jail. Nick and Courtney also talk to him about his transition from the wild lifestyle, to being an author and businessman. He talks about being the “OG” Offering Game and says he’s married to the game! This game gets so good that Nick and Courtney get massages at the table. This is one you don’t want to miss. Tune in! Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to We Playin' Spades on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new episodes on YouTube and listen ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/we-playin-spades/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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“I’ve Become a Professio-NO!” With Eric Bellinger | 38
This week on We Playin’ Spades, Eric Bellinger chops it up with Nick and Courtney. Bringing all of his talents, hustles, trash talking and vibes to the spades table. Eric talks about his family, writing for artists for too long as well as his favorite song he’s written. Eric touches on how he got into writing and shares that he’s written more than music. The game gets serious as the stakes are high! You don’t want to miss this one! Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to We Playin' Spades on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new episodes on YouTube and listen ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/we-playin-spades/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Yoo! Grab yo cousin, granny, mama and friends - cause we playin’ spades!! We got them cards and we not holding back!! Actor, comedian, and television host Nick Cannon, alongside comedian and actress Courtney Bee are pulling up to the table with some of the biggest names in entertainment for no holds barred competition and convos where anything is up for debate! This ain’t no cookie cutter game. We’re playing real spades just like at the family cookout. So no talking across the table and if you renege - Nick and Courtney are gonna call you out! So our celebrity guests better be tough or they will get run off the table. Join us every week on Wondery’s latest show for mad jokes, conversation and games as we dig into some of your favorite folks’ lives, get their insight on the world, and most importantly find out if they can handle themselves when it comes to playing spades. (Warning: You will get yelled at if you play spades with Black people. Be prepared to get whiplash from the slaps of cards hitting the table. Come correct or don’t come at all. No whining allowed.)Listen to We Playin' Spades on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new episodes on YouTube and listen ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/we-playin-spades/ now.
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