This week on We Playin’ Spades, Van Lathan steps in with Nick and Courtney—and he’s coming with heat and honesty. The media powerhouse and cultural commentator gets into everything from his days at TMZ to finding his voice in the chaos, and why speaking truth—even when it’s uncomfortable—is non-negotiable. Van opens up about having more time, what slowing down has taught him, and how he's learning to move with intention instead of just momentum. He talks about winning an Oscar, what that moment meant for him personally and culturally, and how legacy is built one choice at a time. Mental health, purpose, and staying real in a world full of noise—it’s all on the table. Don’t miss this one. Tap in!

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This week on We Playin’ Spades, the one and only Michael Blackson pulls up to the table with Nick and Courtney—and things get hilarious real quick. The comedy king talks about his grind from cracking jokes in Philly to becoming an international star with his unfiltered, no-holds-barred humor. He opens up about staying true to himself in an industry full of copycats, what it meant to bring his Ghanaian roots to the big stage, and how laughter became his passport to the world. It’s raw, it’s wild, and of course, it’s funny as hell. You already know what time it is. Tap in!

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This week on We Playin’ Spades, Rapsody slides through to chop it up with Nick and Courtney—and she’s bringing gems. She opens up about her journey in the rap game, launching her own record label, and why building something for the next generation matters just as much as bars. She speaks on staying grounded, pushing through industry noise, and how her love for all kinds of music shapes her sound. From hip hop to soul to the unexpected, Rapsody’s taste is wide, and her insight is even wider. It’s real, reflective, and straight from the heart. Don’t miss it. Tap in!

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