This week, @kennyburns is back breaking down the latest in pop culture, sports, and social headlines â with the clarity, context, and cultural accountability.Kenny dives into the controversy surrounding Michiganâs former head coach, unpacking what it reveals about power, privilege, and accountability in sports culture. From there, the conversation expands into a much-needed reality check on clout culture â why chasing attention at all costs is eroding credibility, character, and community.đĽ In this episode, Kenny covers:    â˘Â    The Michigan coaching controversy and why it matters beyond sports    â˘Â    How clout-chasing has become the new currency â and why itâs dangerous    â˘Â    The difference between influence and impact    â˘Â    Why itâs time to get off the clout wagon and get back to purposeđ§ Stream now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible & all major platformsđş Visual drops Thursday on YouTube + SpotifyDownload Cash App Today: ⢠The Kenny Burns Show - https://click.cash.app/ui6m/0qyrzdzm#CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash Appâs bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.
This week on The Kenny Burns Show, weâre taking you straight to Art Basel 2026 in Miami, where @kennyburns joined forces with the incredible @amandabooz and @krystalvega_ of the ElevatHers podcast at McDonaldâs Unc Arte Haus! đđ¤đĽFrom culture-shifting conversations to empowering moments on stage, this episode is all about art, impact, elevation, and representation. Kenny, Amanda, and Krystal break down how women are leading in creative spaces, why storytelling matters more than ever, and the power of showing up boldly and authentically.Tap in to experience the energy, the insight, and the inspiration of the Arte Haus LIVE! đ¨đ
This week, @kennyburns dives headfirst into the chaos of todayâs headlines â and breaks down how, somehow, things keep getting **worsa and worsa** in America.From political corruption to cultural dysfunction, Kenny lays out the truth with clarity, courage, and the free game TKBS Nation depends on.đĽ **In this episode, KB tackles:**⢠50 Centâs new Diddy documentary and the deeper meaning behind it⢠How the Trump administration continues to **pillage the economy**⢠Karoline Leavittâs *suspicious silence* after the ICE arrest of her nephewâs mother⢠Pete Hegsethâs ILLEGAL call to âdouble tapâ a boat â and the danger of MAGA loyalists in government⢠The rise of toxic ânewsâ as older folksâ path to relevance⢠Ray Jâs recent family drama and why itâs time to **grow up and do better**⢠Fake jewelry, fake outrage, fake leaders â and what all of it says about where we areKenny doesnât hold back.This is a must-watch episode for anyone trying to make sense of the madness and stay grounded in truth.đŹ **Drop your thoughts in the comments â TKBS Nation, letâs talk about it.**đđ˝ Donât forget to LIKE, COMMENT, & SUBSCRIBE for more real conversation and cultural clarity.đ§ Audio version streaming now on Spotify, Apple, Audible & all platforms.đ Visit: TheKennyBurnsShow.com
This week, @kennyburns is turning up the heat and breaking down the headlines that proveâsomehow, some wayâthings keep getting âworsa and worsa.â đĽđFrom 50 Centâs explosive new documentary on Diddy and the truth behind his incarceration, to the Trump administrationâs absolute disregard for law, precedent, and international diplomacy, Kenny gets into the stories shaping culture, politics, and the direction of this country.And thatâs not allâKB also dives into:đ The FAKE jewelry epidemic running wildâď¸ Why Americaâs legal system is at a dangerous crossroadsđ How global instability is tied to Trumpâs reckless leadershipđŁď¸ The misinformation machine working overtimeâŚAND MUCH more, all with the clarity, context, and cultural insight only Kenny Burns can deliver.If youâre trying to make sense of the chaos, this is the episode you must hear.đ§ Stream Ep. 164: WORSA AND WORSA now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all major platforms.đş Visual drops Thursday at 7PM EST on YouTube + Spotify.
This week, Kenny Burns sits down with R&B legend Christopher Williams for a rare and powerful conversation decades in the making. Known for his unmistakable voice and timeless classics, Christopher opens up about his long-awaited return to music with his new single âGood Enough.âIn this intimate interview, he shares:⨠Why he stepped away from the music industry for over 20 years⨠The personal evolution, healing, and clarity that shaped his comeback⨠Why restoring and prioritizing Black love is more essential than ever⨠The legacy he wants to leave for the next generation of artists and loversThis episode is honest, soulful, and deeply needed â a reminder that real R&B, real vulnerability, and real love never go out of style.đ§ Stream now and tap into a conversation that celebrates growth, artistry, and the power of choosing love â every time.#TheKennyBurnsShow #ChristopherWilliams #GoodEnough #RNBIcon #BlackLove #KennyBurns #TKBSNation
Welcome to The Matrix đ¤â ď¸This week, #kennyburns dives deep into the power, danger, and deception surrounding Artificial Intelligence â and why weâre entering a digital era unlike anything weâve seen before.Inspired by the recent #60Minutes report that shocked the nation, Kenny unpacks how AI is already manipulating truth, fueling misinformation, and reshaping culture in real time. He opens up about a moment where he himself nearly fell victim to the technology â and the crucial guardrails we need before things spiral even further.đĽ In this episode, KB breaks down⢠How AI âhallucinationsâ and phantom results can destroy reality⢠The growing threat of digital misinformation & political manipulation⢠Why chasing AI without understanding it is a recipe for chaos⢠How the culture can protect itself before the damage is permanent⢠And the steps YOU need to take to stay aware in a world of deepfakesThis is more than a conversation â itâs a **warning**, a wake-up call and a guide for navigating the future without losing our truth.đŹ Drop your thoughts in the comments â TKBS Nation, letâs talk about it.This conversation affects *all of us.*đ§ Audio version streaming now on Spotify, Apple & all platformsđş Watch, like & subscribe to the official TKBS YouTube channel
This week, @kennyburns is pulling the curtain all the way back on one of the most powerfulâand dangerousâforces shaping our world right now: Artificial Intelligence. đ¤â ď¸From deepfakes to digital blackface to political deception, Kenny breaks down how AI is being used to manipulate reality, rewrite narratives, and control culture in ways that feel straight out of a movie. But this isnât Hollywood⌠this is happening right now.Kenny also shares how he himself nearly fell victim to an AI trap, and why every one of usâcreators, parents, voters, entrepreneurs, studentsâneeds to understand what weâre up against before itâs too late.đĄ In this episode:⢠How AI is blurring the line between truth and illusion⢠Why entertainment, politics, and culture are at risk⢠The psychological impact of living in a digital âmatrixâ⢠The moment Kenny realized he could have been compromised⢠And what we must do as a community to protect our stories, our voices, and our futureBecause if we donât stay awake, theyâll rewrite our reality for us.đ§ Stream Ep. 162: THE MATRIX now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all platformsđş Visual Episode drops Thursday at 7PM EST on YouTube + Spotify
In this week's powerful episode, #kennyburns pays homage to one of the greatest duos in music history â #OutKast â as they celebrate their well-deserved induction into the #rocknrollhalloffame. This isnât just a moment for #âŚHipHop itâs a moment for the culture.Tap in as KB breaks down how commitment, creativity, originality, and brotherhood shaped Kastâs legendary journey â and why commitment needs to be the official word of the year for 2026 if we want to elevate our art, our culture, and our communities.đĽ In this episode:⢠OutKastâs impact on the sound of the South⢠The cultural brilliance of AndrĂŠ 3000 â why real artists chase freedom, not fame⢠Big Boiâs unwavering dedication and hidden influence⢠Lessons from legends we ALL should be taking notes on⢠Why commitment is the missing key to greatness today⢠How honoring those who came before us elevates our own pathThis episode is a masterclass in legacy, leadership, and cultural responsibility â delivered the only way Kenny Burns can.đđ˝ Watch the full visual now + join TKBS Nation in the comments!Donât forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to the official TKBS channel.đ§ Audio also streaming on Spotify, Apple, Audible + all platforms.đ Visit: TheKennyBurnsShow.com
This week, @kennyburns pays tribute to one of the greatest duos in music history â the legendary OutKast, as they take their rightful place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. đđTap in as KB breaks down how commitmentâto craft, to brotherhood, to evolutionâbecame the cornerstone of OutKastâs success, and why that same energy needs to be the word of the year for 2026. đĽFrom Atlantaâs streets to the global stage, KB explores how staying consistent, creative, and committed can transform not just a career, but an entire culture.đĄ In this episode:    â˘Â    The impact of OutKastâs Rock Hall induction on hip-hop and Black artistry    â˘Â    Why commitment is the missing ingredient in todayâs culture    â˘Â    Lessons from legends: what it takes to build something that lasts    â˘Â    And how âI DOâ isnât just a phraseâitâs a mindset for successđ§ Stream Ep. 161: âI DO I DO I DOâ now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all platformsđş Visual drops Thursday on YouTube + Spotify#TheKennyBurnsShow #IDoIDoIDo #OutKast #RockAndRollHallOfFame #TKBSNation #KennyBurns #Commitment #CulturalLeadership #BlackExcellence #HipHopLegacy #ATLForever #FreeGame
In this weekâs episode, @kennyburns is keeping it all the way real â diving deep into the state of the culture and why honoring the past is the only way to protect the future. đFrom @deoncoleâs viral moment calling out the new generation of celebrity, to the importance of paying homage to the legends who paved the way, Kenny reminds us that respect isnât old school â itâs the foundation. đŻđĽ In this episode:Why honoring those before you opens doors for your own greatnessThe difference between legacy and cloutHow we can pivot music and media back to meaningAnd why âThis Ainât Itâ for the current culture if we donât course-correctđŹ Join the conversation in the comments & LIVE chat â TKBS Nation, letâs talk about it!đş Watch now & subscribe to the official TKBS YouTube channelđ§ Stream the audio version on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more
Tap in as @kennyburns delivers a passionate message about legacy, leadership, and the loss of meaning in todayâs culture.From honoring the legends who paved the way to re-centering music around purpose, Kenny challenges us all to reflect on what weâre contributing to the cultureâand whether itâs truly building or breaking what came before us. đđĽđĄ In this episode:    â˘Â    Why honoring those who came before us is non-negotiable    â˘Â    How we can pivot music back to meaning and artistry    â˘Â    The cultural cost of chasing virality over value    â˘Â    And why itâs time to start protecting the soul of the culture againThis oneâs a wake-up callâand a reminder that legacy isnât about fame, itâs about impact.đ§ Stream Ep. 160: THIS AINâT IT now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible + all major platformsđş Visual drops Thursday on YouTube + Spotify
đ Special Friday Drop!This week on #TheKennyBurnsShow, @kennyburns takes us inside the people-powered energy of the One Music Fest 2025, celebrates 25 years of Ludacris with a look at his new Movado collab, and breaks down the difference between being a social butterfly đŚ and a social climber đ§đ˝ââď¸.Plus, Kenny shares timeless gems for how to build authentic relationships and stay rooted in community while moving through culture with purpose đ¤đ WATCH NOW: [Ep. 159 â Social Climbing]đş YouTube Premiere every Thursday at 7:30pmđ§ Audio also streaming on Spotify, Apple + moređ thekennyburnsshow.com
In this weekâs episode of The Kenny Burns Show, your Lifestyle Specialist @kennyburns takes us on a cultural rideârecapping monumental moments and dropping gems along the way.đĽ We celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Hip-Hop icon #Ludacrisâ debut and reflect on the legacy heâs built.đś Kenny also highlights the evolution and impact of #OneMusicFest on its 16th Anniversary, spotlighting its continued role in pushing Black culture forward.đŚ Then, things get real as KB breaks down the difference between being a social butterfly vs. a social climberâand why knowing the difference is essential in todayâs clout-chasing culture.Itâs celebration, reflection, and elevation all in one. Tap in and stay tapped into The Culture You Can Trust.đ§ Listen now on Spotify, Apple, Audible & all major streaming platforms.đş Visual drops Thursday on YouTube!#TheKennyBurnsShow #Ep159 #TheSocialClub #TKBSNation #Ludacris #OneMusicFest #CulturalLeadership #KennyBurns #BlackExcellence
In this weekâs powerful episode, Kenny Burns sounds the alarm on the *No Kings* movement and the dangerous direction our country is heading if we continue to ignore the signs.đĽ From Trumpâs viral AI response to nationwide protestsđ° To George Stephanopoulos' bombshell report exposing just how much Trump is profiting from his presidencyđ˘ And the creative, courageous voices of the people speaking loud and clear in the streets...Itâs time to wake up, organize, and resist.Tune in as KB breaks it all down with truth, clarity, and vision for the culture. Because **we the people** still have the power â if we choose to use it.đ Drop your thoughts in the comments and letâs build.đ§ Also available on Spotify and all streaming platforms.đ Subscribe + Turn on Notifications to never miss an episode!
On this weekâs episode of The Kenny Burns Show, KB breaks down the nationwide #NoKings protests and what they reveal about the growing unrest across America. From Donald Trumpâs calculated response to the continued erosion of democracy, Kenny challenges us to pay attention to the signs and wake up before itâs too late.This episode is a bold reminder that leadership starts with the people â and itâs time we remember our power.đ§ Stream the full audio on your favorite podcast platformđş Visual drops Thursday on YouTube + Spotify#TKBS #NoKings #TheKennyBurnsShow #CulturalCurrency #ProtectTheCulture #FreeGame
In this week's episode, Kenny Burns is giving free game to every entrepreneur, host, promoter, chef, and creator working in hospitality and nightlife.From why customer service is the gift that keeps on giving, to how consistency, experience, and trust build lasting brandsâKenny breaks down the blueprint for timeless success. He also tackles:â How to deliver upscale vibes without breaking your budgetâ Why your theme matters more than your menuâ The real reason itâs time to let go of hookah culture đŽâ How to make your people feel seen, respected, and celebratedWhether you run a restaurant, curate events, or just want to know how to stay relevant while putting people first, this episode is for YOU.đş Watch now + join the conversation in the comments.
This week on The Kenny Burns Show, your Lifestyle Specialist is talking directly to the dreamers, doers, and experience curators who keep the culture moving.Whether youâre in nightlife, hospitality, or the business of bringing people together, Kenny is breaking down the blueprint for building timeless experiences without breaking the bank. From how to cut costs without cutting quality, to elevating your event with luxury touches that donât blow the budget â this is a must-listen for anyone serious about The People Business.Learn:âď¸ The secret to a lasting brand in hospitalityâď¸ How to scale your experience while maintaining excellenceâď¸ The keys to unforgettable events, elevated service, and cultural impactđ§ Audio streaming now on all platformsđş Visual drops Thursday on YouTube & Spotify
In this powerful and timely episode, Kenny Burns confronts the growing distrust in our political, judicial, and cultural systems. From the suspicious fire that destroyed Judge Diane Goodsteinâs South Carolina mansion after a ruling against the Trump administration, to the right-wing conspiracies surrounding the death of Charlie Kirk, and the stark contrast between Diddyâs legal scrutiny versus the silent protection around Trumpâs spiritual advisor Robert Morris â this episode peels back the layers of deception, distraction, and double standards.đ§ Kenny challenges us to think beyond party lines, urging us to support good humans over political theatrics, and to focus on what really matters: truth, accountability, and our collective future.đ Topics Covered:The Diane Goodstein mansion fire đĽMAGA-fueled conspiracies around Charlie Kirkâs death đľđžDiddy vs. Robert Morris: Justice system in question âď¸Why itâs time to protect the culture and reclaim our narrative⨠Donât just watch â join the conversation.đŹ Drop your thoughts in the comments & SUBSCRIBE for more truth-telling.đ Stream the full audio on all major platforms
đĽ If youâve been asking yourself who to believe in these times â this episode is for you.Tap in as @kennyburns tackles the tough questions around trust, truth, and transparency in our political and cultural landscape.From the swirling right-wing conspiracy theories surrounding the death of Charlie Kirk, to the urgent need to think beyond party lines and support GOOD HUMANS, KB doesnât hold back.â Tap in for:    â˘Â    A deep dive into todayâs chaotic headlines    â˘Â    Unfiltered thoughts on party politics and power plays    â˘Â    A call to build community around values, not divisionWe are talking why MAGA is a threat to democracy, whatâs really happening behind the political curtain, and why itâs time to reclaim integrity as a core value of leadership.đ§ Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible & moređş Watch the full visual Thursdays on YouTube + Spotify Videođ Join the movement. Join the conversation. #TKBS
In this weekâs powerful episode, Kenny Burns dives deep into one of the most uncomfortable â yet crucial â conversations within the Black community: colorism.From subtle microaggressions to systemic patterns of privilege and prejudice based on skin tone, Kenny explores how colorism continues to divide our people and hold us back from true unity and progress. đđ In this episode:    â˘Â    Why colorism remains the âelephant in the roomâ in Black spaces    â˘Â    The mediaâs role in reinforcing harmful beauty and value standards    â˘Â    Personal reflections on growing up with color-based biases    â˘Â    The impact on relationships, career opportunities, and self-worth    â˘Â    Why healing starts with acknowledgment, empathy, and actionItâs time to dismantle the internalized oppression that has fractured our collective strength. Only by facing these truths can we build a future rooted in solidarity, equity, and love.đ Visual Now Availableđ On YouTube + SpotifyđŹ Join the conversation. Drop your thoughts in the comments