Claim Ownership
We Playin' Spades
We Playin' SpadesSubscribed: 114Played: 1,997
Subscribe
© 2023 Wondery LLC. All rights reserved.
Description
Welcome to the backyard boogie, where the stakes stay high, the jokes land sharp, and the cards don't lie! We Playin’ Spades brings together comedians, actors, singers, and viral legends for unapologetic matchups around the now-iconic turquoise table. Hosted by Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee—two pros at talkin’ slick and playing slick—this show ain’t just about the game. It’s about the culture behind it.
Each episode, a new set of celebrity guests pull up thinking they’re ready. But once the cards get dealt and the table starts talkin’, egos get checked and true colors show. From wild overbids to busted bags, the drama is loud, the laughs are real, and the gameplay is as cutthroat as it is hilarious.
And it doesn’t stop at the cards. Nick and Courtney stay pulling folks’ cards too—calling out bad hands, messy moves, and even messier stories. By the time the last book drops, somebody’s been humbled, and a little tea’s been spilled.
Whether you're here for the strategy, the side-eyes, or the smoke, We Playin’ Spades brings the culture to your screen—one hand at a time.
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.
95 Episodes
Reverse
This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick and Courtney are up against some real competition. IRL partners Kirk and Rasheeda Frost are in the Backyard to lay down some Spades and life knowledge. The Love & Hip-Hop stars break down what it’s like having your life out on Front Street all the time, why you sometimes have to play the villain, and what the secret to their very public 25 years of marriage is.Plus, the crew debates the value of therapy, and Rasheeda gives Courtney some tips on how to find love, because it’s rough out here in these single streets. Take out your dangly earring, stay out the way, and get ready to watch Spades!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, we’ve got a real heavy hitter of the NYC comedy world and a member of the Wild ‘n Out family at the Turquoise Table. Rip Micheals squares up against Nick and Courtney, along with his Spades partner comedian Joe Show, and they’re bringing the trash talk.Rip gives us some game on selling out arenas in NYC, how he learned the comedy business on his own, and why standup is more important than most things in his life. The crew gives Madea her flowers and debates whether she could beat Big Momma. And Rip opens up about his weight, recent health issues, and his love life. But the deep talk isn’t bigger than the smack talk at the bodega. Oh, and if you owe Rip some money, give him a shout! We’re laughing through the tears on this week’s episode of We Playin’ Spades!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, Big Daddy Kane rolls up to the Turquoise Table with a partner as iconic as he is—adult-film legend Heather Hunter. And the stories? Instant classics.Kane breaks down the art of being a ladies’ man, why lyricism still rules the game, and drops rare, behind-the-scenes gems about Tupac, Queen Latifah, and a young Jay-Z.Meanwhile, Heather flips everyone’s expectations—opening up about becoming a mom, confessing she still can’t twerk (despite the résumé), and explaining how she’s actually a conservative “Disney freak” with a wild past and a wholesome core.It’s legends linking up, secrets spilling out, and the cards hitting the table harder than a Brooklyn beat. Pull up—this one’s for the culture and the plot twists. 🃏✨See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, it’s generations of greatness in the bodega, as Nick and Courtney continue their NYC run with Kordell Beckham and his father Odell Beckham Sr. The dapper dad-and-son duo pull up to Turquoise Table with the family’s Spades legacy on the line.Kordell tells us how he went from fueling planes on the tarmac to becoming head mack on Love Island, his path to acting on Reasonable Doubt, and how he became the King of Cheez-It Mountain. Plus, he settled once and for all who the best-looking Beckham is. Hint: it’s not big bro Odell Beckham Jr.The senior Beckham also lays out why it’s always important to speak up for family, the wisdom he’s passing down to the younger generation, and why a mani-pedi once in a while is just fine.It’s a family affair, but will the Beckhams beat the besties? Grab some crackers, put up your pedicured feet, and watch the show to find out.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick and Courtney welcome two Alabama slammers to the Turquoise Table: comedian and Daily Show alum Roy Wood Jr. and actor-director Andre Holland, the creative force behind their new film Love, Brooklyn.Roy and Andre take us back to their Birmingham and Bessemer roots — from Roy debunking the myth that Alabama is all civil rights history and sweet tea — yes, there are gangs — to the teachers who stayed armed with paddles like it was part of the curriculum. The Table dives into bummy fathers, debates masculinity in Black media, and why emotional honesty still feels like a foreign language to half the men they know.Roy breaks down the state of free speech in comedy(and why some folks just aren’t gonna vibe with what you’re saying, no matter how you say it), while Andre recounts the pure chaos and confusion he and the Moonlight cast lived through the night that infamous Oscar card got read.Shuffle up and sip slow — these two are dealing all the wild stories today.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.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, business and pleasure get real tangled, real quick as Nick and Courtney face off with entrepreneur, Selling Sunset alum, and Nick’s baby mama Bre Tiesi, alongside Courtney’s homie Aminah Imani — comedian, actress, and mother with no filter.Both ladies air out the raggedy sides of motherhood, while Bre drops her most toxic traits and how she and Nick really linked up. Aminah testifies about dating herself (yes, solo sessions count), Courtney argues that a good diner date can out-do half these fancy restaurants and Nick lectures them all about raising “soft kids.” And trust, the jokes land harder when everybody’s got history and the shade is coming from inside the house. 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.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, it’s getting reasonably shady at the Turquoise Table because Gizelle Bryant and Ashley Darby have entered the backyard! The reigning queens of Real Housewives of Potomac pull up ready to talk their talk—and Gizelle wastes no time arguing with Nick about which school is the real HU (Hampton or Howard… let us know in the comments).We get into the Grand Dame’s homecoming (with all due respect to the throne), Ashley gives us a live dissertation on Twerkonomics 101, and the table debates which Housewives franchise shows up to brunch looking… less than grand (we’re just calling a spade a spade, okay?) The shade is light, the laughs are loud, and the bids are locked. Grab your drink, grab your partner — because today? It’s not for the faint of wig.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.
What’s up, chat?! Grab a pen and paper because we’re learning on this week’s episode of We Playin’ Spades! Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee welcome streaming superstars Zoe Spencer and Zeddy Will to the Turquoise Table, bodega style! And the youngins don’t hold anything back. Zoe and Zeddy talk dating rumors, deal-making, and bedroom talk. They drop some of their own knowledge about how they connect with their millions of followers, how to deal with fame this early in the game, and what their limits for going viral are. Plus, Zoe and Zeddy put some of the biggest speculations around their own viral moments to rest. The youths can talk that talk, but will it be enough to shake our spadeologists? Get your snacks and settle into your streaming chair. The future is for the young folks, but this week is about these spades!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.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, a true icon of The Culture pulls up to the Backyard Boogie. Joseph Sikora, aka Power’s Tommy Egan, drops in on Nick and Courtney to see if his Southside Chicago upbringing is enough to beat our hosts. And he brought the self-claimed spades-ologist and Reasonable Doubt co-star Angela Grovey to lead the charge. They talk “Power,” possible “Reasonable Doubt” spoilers, visiting buddies in lock-up, and Joseph’s early rise to stardom on stage. Plus, they answer some plus-sized questions. Joseph is known for his sinister roles, but will he bring that intensity to the Turquoise Table? Grab your pen and paper, because We Playin’ Spades!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.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee welcome the legend himself—Maury Povich! The man who turned “You are NOT the father!” into an era-defining moment pulls up to the Turquoise Table to talk legacy, laughter, and lies detected. Maury gets candid about the wild west of daytime talk in the ‘90s, why he walked away from sports journalism as a cub reporter, and how he managed to convince broadcast queen Connie Chung to say yes. Plus, he dishes on his latest chapter—his new podcast On Par with Maury Povich.Joining him at the table is sharp-witted sports journalist Pablo Torre, known for mixing humor, intellect, and chaos in equal measure, and who recently broke the Kawhi Leonard saga. Together, Maury and Pablo turn the tables on Nick—asking the self-proclaimed “father of many” a few paternity questions of their own. It’s old-school media meets new-school mayhem—and when the cards hit the table, will the truth set ‘em free, or will somebody be shamed into running off set?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.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney B are reliving the nineties in the Backyard Boogie! Stars of the legendary show Living Single Erika Alexander and Kim Coles pull up to the Turquoise Table to talk about their iconic characters, auditioning for the show, and what happens when you’re “too Black” (or “not Black enough”) for a role. They also dig into classic scenes, throw some digs at our hosts. But will the spades rookies’ trash talk be enough to beat our hosts? Check it out! We play regular twos, but we’re “still tight like glue!”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.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, it’s a family affair when our besties Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee square up against the unstoppable mother-son team Lil Scrappy and Momma Dee of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta. The energy is chaotic and they’re working out some issues, from teenage birthday parties at the trap to Momma Dee’s pimpin’ past. Plus, they talk about what it’s like being in the public eye and how they deal with the online haters. Speaking of talking smack, they bring it when it comes to these spades – letting Nick and Courtney know that they don’t want no problem. Grab your pen and paper, because this is Hood 101. Let’s get crunk!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.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee welcome the one and only Trinidad James to the backyard. The General of the Gold Gang talks about not letting your ego block your blessings, why the MET Gala might be overlooking him, why Trinidadian men just hit different, and how going broke will show you, quicker than anything, who’s really down for you. He also gives flowers to Black women—breaking down why they’ve always been the blueprint when it comes to knowing how to treat people. It's an episode filled with good energy, wardrobe changes and solid gold game. Don't believe me? Just watch! 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.
What up doe!? It’s a full-on roast-session this week on We Playin’ Spades because one of the greatest to ever do it joins Nick and Courtney in the backyard. Standup, actor, writer and master roaster Comedian CP pulls up to the turquoise table and he isn’t holding back. CP dives into his harshest hater, why who you cheat with matters, and the times roasting went wrong. Nick’s outfit also takes a beating, but CP doesn’t only dish ‘em out, he gets some heat from our hosts for everything from collecting Pokémon cards and playing with puppets, to his past jitting days. There’s also some quantum physics breaking our brains. The Detroit smack-taking is strong in this one, but is it enough to beat Nick and Courtney. Hit play, sit back and talk to your future self about this episode. It’s a good 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.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee welcome New Orleans legend in the making Reginae Carter to the turquoise table. The young actress and up-and-coming mogul talks about growing up Carter and getting out from under the shadow of her very famous father to make a name of her own. Reginae dishes on dating when your dad is Lil Wayne, why everyone is suddenly “Unc,” and the criteria for going out with a “regular dude.” Plus, she presses Nick on what exactly it is about commitment that he finds so unappealing. But will all this talk affect her Spades skills? Hit play and find out. It’s BTA all day!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.
Wassam Baby! This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee welcome New Orleans icons Juvenile and Mannie Fresh to the backyard. The Cash Money duo pull up with that undeniable bounce—reminiscing on the days of cookin’ up platinum in the studio, making the world say “Ha,” and changing the sound of the South forever. Juvenile reminds us why Back That Azz Up is still the cookout anthem of all cookout anthems, while Mannie breaks down the art of “Mannie-festing”—turning beats, hustle, and vision into a legacy stamped in hip-hop history. But when it’s time to shuffle up, will their bond and bounce keep them in sync—or will one of ‘em have to back that hand up?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.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee welcome social media superstar Ari Fletcher and celebrity stylist Arrogant Tae to the backyard. Friends since high school back in Chicago, Ari and Tae bring that Windy City slick talk, as they swap stories about loyalty, hustle and the price of staying real on the internet, when everyone has something to say. Tae reminds everyone why he’s crowned the king of 50-inch bussdowns, while Ari shares the highs and lows of living out loud online (hello: fake friends and Wal-Mart stalkers). But can their bond and bravado hold up when the stakes get high—or will the table end up split down the middle like a bad part? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee welcome their Wild N’ Out colleague and 85 South star Karlous Miller to the backyard. The hilariously ornery standup and actor doesn’t hold back – everything from sharing the stage with unfunny people, not lending money to friends, and jumping into relationships when the time ain’t right. Karlous and his partner, comedian Chris “Sett It Off” Jones, also spit some southern wisdom and get a little too country with the hog talk. But will that knowledge translate into a victory? Get the witch pot ready! It’s time to play spades!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.
1It’s a spicy one on We Playin’ Spades this week, because we’ve got breakout stars of Love Island USA, Nic Vansteenberghe and Taylor Williams in the backyard! Our hosts Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee drill the new besties on island beefs, spinning the block on old flames, and life after reality TV. Nick gives the Island boys some veteran wisdom on dealing with overnight fame, and we’re introduced to Nic’s alter ego, Marcel. And of course, there’s Olandria. But once all is said and done, how will they measure up to Nick and Courtney when it comes to these Spades in the Backyard Boogie? You’re gonna have to watch. It ain’t Fiji, but it is all love!Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. Please play responsibly. 21 plus. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Ontario. Eligibility restrictions apply. New customers only. Non-withdrawable Casino Spins issued as 50 spins per day for 10 days, valid for featured game only and expire each day after 24 hours. See terms at casino.draftkings.com/promos. Ends October 5th, 2025 twenty twenty five at 11:50 PM Eastern Time.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.
Pull out the fancy lawn chairs because we’ve got real music royalty blessing the backyard this week on We Playin’ Spades! R&B legends Charlie Wilson and El DeBarge join Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee to dive deep into their impressive careers and catalogs, all with a little bit of falsetto along the way. Charlie spills the tea about friendly rivalries with Earth, Wind & Fire, helping write “Computer Love,” and the effect all the fringes on those Gap Band outfits had on the ladies. El DeBarge talks hidden writing credits, accidental standing ovations, and dishes on his secret to staying young. Plus, they both get into touring back in the day – sort of. Oh yeah, they eventually play some Spades, too. And they’ve got decades of experience and trash talk to back it up. Get ready to groove. This is one for the books. You’ll for sure like it!Catch Charlie Wilson and El DeBarge on Uncle Charlie’s R&B Cookout Tour along with K-Ci and Babyface.Check out Charlie's new single “Keep Me in Love” on all platforms.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.
Comments
Download from Google Play
Download from App Store
United States