Conversate with Killer Mike

In this episode of Conversate with Killer Mike, the table welcomes Atlanta icon KP the Great — producer, DJ, and cultural architect whose fingerprints are all over the sound of the South. From Outkast and Goodie Mob to TLC and LaFace Records, KP breaks down how Atlanta built its music empire from the skating rinks and talent shows to the global stage. Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear dig into the real history behind the Dungeon Family, Rico Wade’s legacy, and the moment Atlanta stopped following New York and created its own sound. KP also opens up about fatherhood, legacy, and the lessons that shaped him — from Pebbles and Clarence Avant to Rico and Ray Murray. It’s a soulful, funny, and brutally honest masterclass on what it takes to build greatness and keep your integrity intact in an ever-changing industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, Bear, and Big Gipp sit down for a raw and powerful conversation about legacy, manhood, and the roots of Atlanta’s soul. From Goodie Mob’s origins and the Dungeon Family’s rise to stories of struggle, fatherhood, and business moves, Gipp opens up like never before. The crew dives deep into the lessons of self-reliance, Southern pride, and the hard-earned wisdom that shaped a generation. It’s part history, part sermon, and pure Atlanta game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When Killer Mike, Bear, and Cutmaster Swiff sit down with Moetown Lee, the talk turns to why Atlanta still moves the culture. They dive deep into the story of One Musicfest, the artists that defined their lives, and why music is more than a business — it’s a calling. A powerful conversation on love, art, and legacy from four men who live it. Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Subscribe to Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/killermike/ Killer Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/killermike Killer Mike on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/killermikegto For info on Run The Jewels music, merch, tour dates & more, please visit www.runthejewels.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Killer Mike, Bear, and Cutmaster Swiff are back at the table, catching up after the Club Shay Shay whirlwind. Mike opens up about what he learned from that viral moment and the importance of owning your words. From there, the crew dives into real Atlanta history — strip club culture and how hip hop shaped their lives. Swiff takes it home with never-before-heard stories about his early days as a DJ, how he joined Outkast on tour, and what Atlanta’s music scene used to be before it blew up. It’s unfiltered, hilarious, and packed with the kind of stories only these three can tell. Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Subscribe to Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/killermike/ Killer Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/killermike Killer Mike on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/killermikegto For info on Run The Jewels music, merch, tour dates & more, please visit www.runthejewels.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Killer Mike, Bear, and Cutmaster Swiff sit down for a no-filter catch-up that starts with Killer Mike reflecting on his viral Club Shay Shay interview and his public apology. What follows is a free-flowing, brutally honest conversation about growth, marriage, manhood, and fame. The trio touches everything from Deion Sanders and Kobe Bryant to raising softer kids in a harder world, learning humility, and staying grounded when the spotlight hits. It’s real talk, heavy laughs, and hard truths from three men who’ve lived it, learned it, and are still figuring it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Killer Mike, Dr. Ed Garnes, Bear, and Cutmaster Swiff open up about therapy in the Black community—breaking stigma, embracing vulnerability, and reframing mental health through a lens of Black psychology. From the power of tough love and mentorship to the importance of HBCUs and spiritual grounding, the conversation explores how therapy can become a tool for healing, growth, and redefining masculinity. This episode challenges old narratives and makes the case for why seeking help is not weakness, but strength. Dr. Ed Garnes: “Here is the significance of my dear brother Ed Garnes, Jr. and From Afros To Shelltoes’ Sweet Tea Ethics. There is no other group in Atlanta that can bring together such engaged, high quality, and substantial dialogue about the crucial issues facing not just the black community, but also American society. He writes well, works hard and revels in the life of the mind. Thank God for brother Ed Garnes, Jr”—Dr. Cornel West Dr. Ed Garnes, founder of From Afros To Shelltoes and Sweet Tea Ethics, is one of America’s most dynamic therapists, educators, and life consultants. He works with clients of all levels, including global activists, Hollywood celebrities, best-selling writers, collegiate and professional athletes, and corporate leaders. With a scholar’s take on wellness, his work has garnered awards including AJC’s Everyday Hero, CNP’s Allyship Award, and Atlanta’s Motivator of The Year. The former Spelman professor has appeared on the cover of Young Black Entrepreneur Magazine and on/in Black Enterprise Magazine, Headline News, Sirius Radio, CBS Radio, AJC, and allhiphop.com. His revered offering Sweet Tea Ethics has featured famed brothers Dr. Cornel West and Clifton West as well Grammy Winner Killer Mike and is currently ranked #9 on the Top 100 Indie Mental Health Weekly Goodpods chart. Dr. Garnes currently stars in the internationally acclaimed documentary film series Elementary Genocide, directed by Rahiem Shabazz. Dr. Garnes also appears in BET’s acclaimed documentary Killer Curves, examining pop culture influences on Black women’s body image. Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Subscribe to Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/killermike/ Killer Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/killermike Killer Mike on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/killermikegto For info on Run The Jewels music, merch, tour dates & more, please visit www.runthejewels.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Killer Mike sits with DJ Hed along with Bear and Cutmaster Swiff for a conversation about Los Angeles, hip hop, and community. They talk about gentrification and the changing face of the city, the unity of Black and Brown people, and how culture and economics collide in LA. DJ Hed shares stories from hosting the BET Hip Hop Award cyphers, the rise of women in rap, and the importance of keeping regional voices alive. He also speaks about his nonprofit work with the Boys and Girls Club and why putting your foot on the board means taking risks to build real change. Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Subscribe to Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/killermike/ Killer Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/killermike Killer Mike on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/killermikegto For info on Run The Jewels music, merch, tour dates & more, please visit www.runthejewels.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Killer Mike sits down with Cutmaster Swiff, Bear, and BlackOwned C-Bone for a raw, funny, and deeply honest conversation about friendship, loyalty, and growth. From early days on stage to building brands and families, they revisit the highs and lows of brotherhood—tour stories, clashes, reconciliations, and the lessons that came with them. At the heart of it all is virtue: the idea that true friendship is built on pushing each other toward the best version of themselves, even when it’s uncomfortable. C-Bone opens up about carving his own lane with music and business, the pride of raising strong kids, and why integrity matters more than money. Together, they reflect on hip hop, hustle, and the unbreakable bonds rooted in virtue that hold it all together. Remember to keep Imam Jamil Al-Amin in your prayers while his case is under review as he continues to fight for his life and freedom. To stay informed follow @_freeImamJamil on Instagram Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike For info on Run The Jewels music, merch, tour dates & more, please visit www.runthejewels.net Subscribe to Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/killermike/ Killer Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/killermike Killer Mike on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/killermikegto For info on Run The Jewels music, merch, tour dates & more, please visit www.runthejewels.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Conversate with Killer Mike, Mike sits down with his childhood friend Sleep, joined at the table by Bear and Cutmaster Swiff. What unfolds is a deep, funny, and heartfelt conversation about brotherhood, growing up on the Westside of Atlanta, and the bond that shaped Killer Mike long before fame. From summer camp dice games to bike rides and teenage mischief, Mike and Sleep revisit the stories that forged their lifelong friendship. They talk about loyalty, family, discipline, women, weed, cars, and the lessons learned along the way. More than nostalgia, this is a powerful meditation on friendship, resilience, and how the people you grow up with keep you grounded no matter how far you go. Remember to keep Imam Jamil Al-Amin in your prayers while his case is under review as he continues to fight for his life and freedom. To stay informed follow @_freeImamJamil on Instagram Go read Marcus Aurelius' Meditations. Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Subscribe to Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/killermike/ Killer Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/killermike Killer Mike on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/killermikegto For info on Run The Jewels music, merch, tour dates & more, please visit www.runthejewels.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Conversate with Killer Mike, Killer Mike sits down with Vic Mensa for a raw and layered conversation about guns, violence in Chicago, and the complexity of community survival. With Bear and Cutmaster Swiff at the table, the discussion moves from the politics of the Second Amendment to the lived realities of Chicago’s streets, the hope for community investment, and the prison conditions of men like Larry Hoover and Imam Jamil Al Amin. They explore identity and heritage, from Vic’s Ghanaian roots to the shared struggles between Africans and African Americans. The conversation dives deep into capitalism, cannabis, reparations, and the role of plant medicine in healing. Both Killer Mike and Vic open up about mental health, trauma, and the power of therapy, reminding listeners that disagreement does not mean division. This episode is as much about solutions as it is about struggle. It is a reminder that dialogue, even across differences, can build pathways toward freedom, wellness, and unity. Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the very first episode of Conversate with Killer Mike, where Killer Mike and his co-host Cutmaster Swiff dive into unfiltered conversation and unapologetic humor. Joined by guests Courtney “Bear” Sills and Gerrad Davis, they cover everything from coconut oil and growing up in the South to scams, stepdads, RV life, and why Mike thinks Black people should give up crime altogether. It’s a wild, hilarious, and surprisingly thoughtful kickoff that sets the tone for the series—authentic, off-the-cuff, and always worth the listen. Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Killer Mike and Cutmaster Swiff sit down with former Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed for a raw, unfiltered conversation about power, politics, and the city they all love. From his early days as a music lawyer repping Goodie Mob, to leading Atlanta through pivotal moments like Occupy Atlanta and the city’s $9 Billion film boom, Reed shares how the city’s history, its people, and its politics are all deeply intertwined.Together, the three dive into what makes Atlanta unique, the legacy of Black leadership, navigating pressure and scrutiny, and why friendship and honest dialogue matter for Black men’s health and progress. At the heart of the conversation is a simple but powerful challenge: “What the f** are you gonna do about it?” Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Subscribe to Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/killermike/ Killer Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/killermike Killer Mike on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/killermikegto For info on Run The Jewels music, merch, tour dates & more, please visit www.runthejewels.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this powerful conversation, Killer Mike sits down with Charlamagne tha God for a raw and unfiltered discussion on music, media, politics, and integrity. The two reflect on their first meeting in South Carolina, share stories about the early days of radio and rap, and dive deep into the role of honesty and accountability in shaping culture. Charlamagne opens up about his upbringing, spiritual influences, and the lessons he’s carried from the Nation of Islam to The Breakfast Club. Together, they tackle criticism, capitalism, criminal justice reform, and the importance of creating opportunities for the next generation. This episode isn’t just an interview—it’s a masterclass in growth, resilience, and truth-telling from two voices who continue to shape the national conversation. Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Subscribe to Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/killermike/ Killer Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/killermike Killer Mike on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/killermikegto For info on Run The Jewels music, merch, tour dates & more, please visit www.runthejewels.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Check in and Conversate with Killer Mike and friends every week as they discuss life, Atlanta hip-hop culture, cars, business, books, and whatever else comes up. No script, just unfiltered, hilarious, and thought provoking life experiences and game from his highly opinionated cast, crew and surprise co-hosts! Listen and watch every Wednesday where ever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices