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Life After the NFL: Antonio Brown on Freedom & Wild Viral Moments | 48
Jun 1, 2026
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From Comedy to Anime: Garrick Bernard & Keith Johnson Get Real On Black Nerd Culture | 47
May 25, 2026
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Dannon Green & Page Kennedy Tell Wild Comedy Stories, Hollywood Lessons, & OG Game | 46
May 18, 2026
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Slink Johnson & Dominique LaRue Talk GTA Black Jesus and LA Comedy Culture | 45
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Keith Sweat On R&B Legacy, New Jack Swing, & Fatherhood | We Playin’ Spades | 42
May 4, 2026
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| 6/1/26 | ![]() Life After the NFL: Antonio Brown on Freedom & Wild Viral Moments | 48 | NFL legend Antonio Brown pulls up on We Playin’ Spades with Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee for a game that quickly turns into pure chaos. With bold wagers on the line and nonstop trash talk, the competition heats up fast as AB proves he’s just as confident at the card table as he was on the field.As the game unfolds, Antonio Brown opens up about life after the NFL, his mindset on freedom, and the thinking behind some of his most viral and controversial moments. From music and business moves to living life on his own terms, AB stays unfiltered while dropping unexpected insight along the way.The episode also delivers plenty of classic We Playin’ Spades moments, including Black Card questions, wild debates, and hilarious hypotheticals that take the table in every direction. Between big laughs, real talk, and unpredictable energy, this is one of those episodes that goes way beyond the cards.Tap in, join the conversation, and let us know in the comments what you think about Antonio Brown’s take on life, freedom, and everything in between.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/25/26 | ![]() From Comedy to Anime: Garrick Bernard & Keith Johnson Get Real On Black Nerd Culture | 47 | Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee bring that backyard energy as they welcome comedians Garrick Bernard and Keith Johnson for a game that quickly turns into more than just spades.From the start, the conversation dives into “blurred” culture, strict upbringings, and how that shaped everything from playing cards to discovering anime. As the cards hit the table, Garrick and Keith admit they don’t really know how to play, setting the stage for a hilarious and unpredictable game.Between “Black Card” debates, comedy stories, and real life moments, including Garrick’s journey from working at Verizon to pursuing stand up, the episode blends humor, culture, and perspective. With wild wagers, nonstop trash talk, and a heated Mike Tyson vs. Goku debate, this one goes way beyond the cards.Drop in the comments: Would you rather fight Mike Tyson or Goku? 👀See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/18/26 | ![]() Dannon Green & Page Kennedy Tell Wild Comedy Stories, Hollywood Lessons, & OG Game | 46 | On this episode of We Playin’ Spades, Page Kennedy and Dannon Green pull up to the Turquoise Table with Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee for a hilarious and unfiltered conversation about comedy, acting, and their journeys through Hollywood. From early stand up days to landing major roles, both guests share how they built their careers, navigated the industry, and stayed true to their craft while leveling up in entertainment.The conversation goes deep into real industry experiences, including being overlooked, breaking out of boxes, and earning respect across comedy and acting. Page Kennedy opens up about his versatility as an actor and creative, while Dannon Green reflects on years of stand up, the grind, and what it takes to stay consistent in the game. Along the way, the group trades stories about iconic moments, OG wisdom, and the lessons they learned from legends who helped shape their paths.Of course, it would not be We Playin’ Spades without the jokes, the trash talk, and the culture. Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee keep the energy high as the table turns competitive, personal, and hilarious all at once. From wild stories to real life gems, this episode is packed with comedy, authenticity, and everything that makes the show what it is.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/11/26 | ![]() Slink Johnson & Dominique LaRue Talk GTA Black Jesus and LA Comedy Culture | 45 | Comedy meets culture at the Spades Turquoise Table as Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee link up with Slink Johnson, also known as Black Jesus, and Dominique LaRue for a wild episode of We Playin’ Spades filled with laughs, real talk, and nonstop energy. From LA roots to entertainment success, the conversation dives deep into the experiences that shaped their journeys both on and off the screen.Slink Johnson breaks down his rise from the streets to starring in Grand Theft Auto V and Black Jesus, sharing behind the scenes stories and insight into the gaming world, television, and building a lasting career. Dominique LaRue brings sharp humor and perspective, adding her take on comedy, culture, and navigating the industry while staying authentic. With Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee leading the table, the energy stays high with jokes, debates, and real moments throughout.The crew gets into everything from OG advice and hood legend stories to industry truths, money conversations, and what it really takes to stand out in entertainment. If you are into real conversations, entertainment industry gems, and straight up laughs, this is one you do not want to miss.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/4/26 | ![]() Keith Sweat On R&B Legacy, New Jack Swing, & Fatherhood | We Playin’ Spades | 42✨ | R&BNew Jack Swing+4 | Keith SweatJustin Sweat | We Playin’ SpadesNew Jack Swing | Harlem | Keith SweatR&B+7 | — | 57m 36s | |
| 4/27/26 | ![]() Donell Jones: Living the Lyrics of "Where I Wanna Be", Gemini Energy & A High-Stakes Singing Wager | 43 | On this episode of We Playing Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee welcome R&B royalty Donell Jones and his sister, "Squeaky" Jones, to the Turquoise Table for a game fueled by candid truth and origin stories and dream collabs. From the first shuffle to the final hand, the energy is pure nostalgia mixed with high-stakes trash talk.Donell gets candid about the "Gemini Energy" that fuels his creativity and why so many legends in the industry share his zodiac sign. Revealing the surprising origin of his signature look and shares the deeply personal, real-life story that inspired his timeless hit, "Where I Wanna Be." For Donell, staying true to his life meant putting his most vulnerable moments into his lyrics, and he explains why that authenticity was non-negotiable.Pull up a chair for an episode filled with wisdom, nostalgia, and a legendary game of Spades with one of the greatest to ever do it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 4/20/26 | ![]() Flex Alexander & Brian Hooks on Comedy, Culture, & the Hollywood Hustle | 42 | In this episode of We Playing Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee welcome comedy legends Flex Alexander and Brian Hooks to the Turquoise Table for a game full of laughs, trash talk, and real conversation. From “Black Card” moments to Spades culture, the energy is high from the start.Flex and Brian get real about their Hollywood journeys, sharing stories about landing roles, losing opportunities, and the harsh realities of pilot season and the industry grind. They break down what it really takes to stay in the game and build longevity.The conversation also dives into how the industry has evolved, from network deals to the streaming era, and why creating your own lane is more important than ever. Along the way, they pay homage to the icons who paved the way.As the game heats up, so do the jokes, bets, and unfiltered moments. It’s comedy, culture, and candid truth with two OGs who’ve seen it all and are still making moves.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 4/13/26 | ![]() Warryn & Erica Campbell on Marriage, Faith & Spades | 41 | In this episode, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee set a sanctified backyard vibe before welcoming music legends Erica and Warryn Campbell to the table. The group dives right into real stories about the Campbells' marriage, their early courtship, and the realities of navigating celibacy. As they lay down the house rules for Spades, the conversation takes a hilarious detour into "Black Card" questions, debating cultural staples like eating chitlins and pork. Things get deeper when Warryn opens up about a kidney cancer diagnosis, a life-changing moment that shifted his focus from the music industry to his calling as a pastor. The game's stakes are quickly raised with a laugh-out-loud wager involving VIP sections versus a church baptism. Dropping some major "OG Game Wisdom," Warryn and Erica share how they handle rumors, navigate business, and approach reality TV on their own terms. The episode wraps up with stories from the studio, a discussion on raising kids around gospel versus secular music, and honest reflections on life regrets before the final card pull.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | ![]() WWE’s Bianca Belair & Montez Ford Bring the Heat to Spades | 40 | Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee welcome WWE's ultimate power couple, Bianca Belair and Montez Ford, to the backyard boogie for a high-energy and incredibly competitive game of Spades. Right out of the gate, the wrestling superstars bring their in-ring swagger straight to the card table, letting Nick and Courtney know that they came ready to win. The trash talk flows instantly as they establish the house rules, setting the stage for an absolute war on the card table. Between laying down books and hitting Nick with ruthless banter, the group dives into some massive wrestling debates. Montez and Bianca discuss why The Rock is the undisputed greatest entertainer in wrestling history, while Montez breaks down why his ultimate dream match and promo battle would be against the legendary Muhammad Ali. Bianca also opens up about the intense dedication it takes to hand-make all of her iconic wrestling gear, from the sewing to the rhinestones, and Montez shares an unbelievably wild story about a fan offering up his prosthetic leg to help him out during a match. Tune in to see if the WWE tag team can translate their ring dominance into a Spades victory, or if Nick and Courtney will defend the backyard boogie!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | ![]() Paris Sashay and Alex English Prove That the Gays Know How to Play Spades | 39 | This week on We Playin’ Spades, the Turquoise Table becomes the unofficial headquarters of gay comedy as Paris Sashay pulls up with writer and comedian Alex English as her spades partner — repping for the gays and proving, loudly and proudly, that the community does in fact know how to play spades.From the first deal, it’s nothing but jokes, chaos, and cultural correction. Paris gets into her former life dating men and running them for their money, why she eventually retired from men altogether (the men ain’t the same men no more), and how she never really had to come out of the closet because her family only had one condition: the woman better be a baddie. No press conference. No announcement. Just pure aesthetics.Alex breaks down the heckler that completely changed how he approaches stand-up, forcing him to expand his material and divulges the very specific way you can tell he's “not that gay.” Nick delivers the most unhinged pee-in-the-bed story ever told at the Turquoise Table, which somehow turns into a therapeutic breakthrough and then pivots into shaming Courtney, Paris, and Alex for their embarrassingly weak knowledge of Black cinema. Receipts are pulled. Legacies are defended.All four comedians bond over bombing on stage, the universal pain of a bad set, and why punching down is lazy comedy. It’s one of those episodes where the jokes are reckless, the lessons are real, and everybody leaves slightly more exposed than they planned.The Gays…they’re playing spades.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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| 3/23/26 | ![]() SAG Awards, Geese Fights, and the Comedy Hustle with Lavell Crawford | 38 | The episode kicks off with hosts Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee dealing out the jokes right away, welcoming comedy legend Lavell Crawford and his cousin, road manager, and Spades partner, Floyd "Big Black." When asked about the last time he got whooped at the table, Lavell shares a wild story about playing Spades at his uncle's house while surrounded by massive, stallion-sized dogs that made him too nervous to focus.As the game heats up, the "Cut the Deck and Spill the Tea" questions bring pure chaos. Lavell boldly claims he writes great jokes while getting it on and passionately explains why he would rather fight 50 geese-sized men than risk getting kicked by a man-sized goose. Dropping some serious OG wisdom, Lavell shares the best advice he ever got from Rudy Ray Moore ("Use everything you got"), recalls struggling in front of 4,000 people in Oklahoma City, and reflects on career highs like winning a SAG Award for ‘Breaking Bad’ and walking past Oprah. Lavell also gives props to the new generation of internet comedians like King Bach for their daily hustle, then gets vulnerable about his weight loss journey and the wake-up call he had after eating 35 lemon pepper wings from Wingstop. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | ![]() ‘Beauty in Black’ Stars Taylor Polidore and Ricco Ross Bring Chaos to the Turquoise Table | 37 | This week on We Playin' Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee are joined by Taylor Polidore and Ricco Ross, the stars of Tyler Perry's hit Netflix series, ‘Beauty in Black’!Ricco Ross delivers a masterclass in acting longevity, sharing the legendary story of turning down a role in Stanley Kubrick’s ‘Full Metal Jacket’, which ultimately led to him starring in James Cameron’s ‘Aliens’. He also reflects on spending 13 years living and acting in London, sparking a powerful conversation about UK actor training vs. Black American entertainers, and tells a hilarious behind the scenes story about improvising with a live spider on stage in Chicago.Taylor Polidore opens up about her journey into the Tyler Perry universe and the unforgettable audition that landed her role in ‘Beauty in Black’, including showing up in baggy pants and cornrows while others were fully dressed for a stripper role.Things take a hilarious turn during the "Deal With It" segment when the table debates a wild relationship hypothetical: a 30-day no-arguing rule where the person who starts the fight owes the other $5,000. Taylor proudly leans into her Virgo energy, admitting she lacks accountability and would easily flip the fine back onto her partner!From Hollywood history and Tyler Perry insights to relationship debates and unfiltered laughs, this episode is packed with unforgettable moments.Watch now and tap in — you don’t want to miss this one!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | ![]() Claudia Jordan & Annie Ilonzeh Talk Love, Hollywood & Wild Spades Moments | 36 | This week on We Playin' Spades, Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee are joined by media powerhouse Claudia Jordan and actress Annie Ilonzeh!The ladies sit down at the Turquoise Table to talk about their brand new sci-fi movie, ‘Run’, hitting theaters on August 29th. Before the cards are dealt, Claudia drops a bombshell, claiming she might be the only woman in Hollywood Nick hasn't slept with, even though Nick insists he definitely tried back in the day!The trash talk heats up as Nick revokes Claudia's "Black Card" for refusing to eat greens and chitlins, and the group debates a truly wild billionaire hypothetical. With Claudia admitting she has never played Spades before, the stakes are high. Will the beginners pull off an epic upset, or will the backyard bosses send them packing? Tune in 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. | — | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | ![]() Wood & Steve Harris Talk Hollywood Longevity, Brotherhood, & Spades | 35 | Pull up a chair! Wood Harris and Steve Harris just sat down at the Turquoise Table, and they brought an absolute masterclass with them. The kind you rewind to hear twice. The kind that becomes your new daily mantra. The kind that proves real recognizes real.Between hands, the brothers walk Nick and Courtney through the reality of navigating the Hollywood machine without losing your soul. Steve gives a powerful breakdown on why he refuses to play the "schmoozing" game, while Wood takes us back to his legendary NYU drama days—including the wild story of getting expelled in his final year! Plus, Wood shares a surreal encounter with Prince that will completely change the way you look at counting your birthdays.Things get spicy when the "Black Card Revoked" questions hit the table. Nobody is backing down as they debate R&B legends, hip-hop trivia, and exactly who holds the crown as the greatest actor of all time.And don’t you dare click out early! Because the Harris brothers came to play. The sibling banter is undefeated, the trash talk is elite, and you have to see if they can actually back up their boasts at the card table.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | ![]() Jazze Phizzle Came to Talk His Shizzle with Jazze Pha | 34 | Ladies and Gentleman! Jazze Pha has entered the Backyard Boogie, and he brought them “isms”. The kind you quote later. The kind that become captions. The kind that make you say, “This is a "Jazze Phizzle…product-shizzle!"When he pulls up to Turquoise Table, Jazze walks Nick and Courtney through the insane catalog of songs he’s produced and sung on, from club anthems to R&B staples, while giving flowers to MC Breed for putting him on early and helping launch what would become one of the most recognizable sounds in the game. Along the way, he drops one of the wildest industry stories you’ll ever hear — somehow combining The Nutcracker, Snoop Dogg, Ludacris, Don ‘Magic’ Juan, and a hotboxed elevator into a single moment of chaos and legend.Things get spicy when Jazze and Nick get into a friendly-but-serious debate over the true kings of R&B and hip hop and nobody is backing down quietly.And don’t you dare click out early! Because Jazze closes the episode by serenading the Turquoise Table with a song you probably didn’t even know he sang. Vocals come out, nostalgia becomes activated, and the card game becomes irrelevant. Oh Boy!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | ![]() Boss Moves & Bad Behavior at the Turquoise Table with Mercedes Moné | 33 | This week on We Playin’ Spades, the Turquoise Table turns into a global wrestling summit as AEW superstar Mercedes Moné pulls up with her spades tag-team partner Mina Shirakawa — and from the jump, it’s boss energy meets pure nonsense.Mercedes talks CEO life and puts Nick onto some real business game, including the OG advice her cousin Snoop Dogg gave her about playing the role you have to play to get where you want to go. Meanwhile, Courtney fully commits to the bit by debuting her wrestling alter ego, The Jiggalator, complete with a live demonstration of her signature move (and we think AEW would approve).Things go left when Mina and Nick hit a legendary lost-in-translation moment, while Mercedes and Mina lowkey start cheating by talking across the board in Japanese. Wrestling icons Eddie Guerrero and Manami Toyota get their well-deserved flowers, because legends must be honored — even in the middle of spades trash talk.And in true Nick fashion, he somehow flirts his way into offering Mina a green card, while Courtney pauses the game to give the table a full vocabulary lesson no one asked for, but everyone needed.Cards are played. Languages are mixed. Rules are ignored.It’s an international spades collision — Turquoise Table style.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | ![]() Boundaries, Baby Oil, and Brutal Honesty with Moniece Slaughter | 32 | This week on We Playin’ Spades, the Turquoise Table gets messy, reflective, and just a little bit reckless when songwriter and reality star Moniece Slaughter pulls up with her Spades partner, stand-up comedian Kaneisha Buss — and the Backyard Boogie immediately goes left.Moniece wastes no time getting real. She talks about almost getting cancelled, what being celibate has taught her about herself (and everybody else), and her complicated feelings about living part of her life on reality TV. She opens up about cutting off fake friends, protecting her peace, and draws a very clear line in the sand when it comes to one specific dealbreaker: a hairless man covered in baby oil. Hard no. Absolutely not.Across the table, Seattle brawler Kaneisha is in pure table-talk mode. She shares her deep love for Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, talks about why she doesn't believe in therapy, breaks down why it’s not the size of the boat but the motion of the ocean, and describes why she is an out and proud dead beat mother.It’s funny, it’s uncomfortably honest, and everybody’s standing ten toes down. Proceed with caution. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | ![]() Reading the Table, Not the Comments with Dulcé Sloan and Malcolm Barrett | 31 | This week on We Playin’ Spades, the Turquoise Table gets real opinionated when comedian Dulcé Sloan pulls up to the Backyard Boogie — confident, clear, and not here for internet strangers.Right away, Dulcé is talking her talk. She breaks down why she loves herself too much to read the comments, why she’s holding out for a husband who’s equally yoked, and what really happens when a comic is bombing onstage (she has no chill and even less sympathy). She also reminds the table that she already made it crystal clear on New Year’s Eve with Don Lemon: she is officially dating no more broke dudes. Period.Her partner, The Boys actor Malcolm Barrett, keeps the table laughing with some painfully real Hollywood talk — the pros and cons of having the longest résumé of someone who’s not currently in a leading role, plus he and Nick take a trip down memory lane about working together on a show that was filmed in a wildly questionable warehouse…where an adult film was also being shot.Somewhere between the side commentary and the accusations of being raggedy, Dulcé lets us know she’s deep in her K-drama bag and Nick drops a little money game about licensing Korean shows for U.S. audiences.It’s funny, messy, and very on-brand — Jokes told? Innumerable. Lies told? Not a one.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | ![]() Rotten Tomatoes Snobbery & Senior Citizen Smash Lists with Kelly ‘K Dubb’ Walker | 30 | This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick and Courtney welcome Kelly “K Dubb” Walker to the Turquoise Table — and from the jump, he’s letting the chopper sing.K Dubb announces a personal boycott: If your movie doesn’t score 79% or better on Rotten Tomatoes, he will not be seated. Tyler Perry? Tubi? He wishes them well…from a distance. He also drops one of the wildest takes of the season: while most comedians are dodging cancellation, K Dubb is inviting it — just once — so people finally know his name. When the table pivots to “who you riding with in a fight,” K Dubb leaves the rest of HaHa Mafia on read and picks comedian Erica Duchess as his spades partner and tag-team warrior. The vibes morph into a mini group therapy session as Erica shares the grounded, loving advice she gives her boys, while K Dubb admits the wisdom from his mama might be the reason he’s like this today. And speaking of mamas...the conversation swerves into AARP thirst traps, with everyone confessing which Hollywood geriatric they’d like to get some arthritic lovin' from. And just when he thought he was leaving the Backyard unscathed, Courtney reveals K Dubb's Diddy-adjacent history that takes the table out completely. The jokes get reckless. The truth gets messy. Anybody could catch a stray.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | ![]() TS Madison Gets ‘Cozy’ at the Turquoise Table | 29 | This week on We Playin’ Spades, the Turquoise Table goes technicolor when TS Madison struts in—unfiltered, unbothered, and ready to run the whole Backyard Boogie.From the first card drop, Maddie is giving full “mouth of the South” energy. She’s breaking down her rise from internet legend to Hollywood mainstay, recalling what it really feels like to get that call from Beyoncé (!!), and sharing the OG wisdom she picked up from Mama Ru herself (RuPaul, if ya nasty) — the kind of game that’ll shift your whole hustle if you’re paying attention.But then in comes the curveball: Rodney Chester, Mr. Noah’s Arc royalty, who decides it’s his turn to talk across the board — to everybody. Rodney is giving unsolicited strategy and saying things that probably should’ve stayed in the drafts. TS tries to reel him in… but honestly? It’s too late. The table is fully in cancel-adjacent territory.Meanwhile, TS keeps reminding us what makes her a force — she’s lifting others up every step of the way, pulling the next generation through the door instead of shutting it behind her, and dragging anyone who thinks she’s gonna dial it back to fit in. The cards? Chile…barely a factor. The chaos? Peak. The shade? USDA prime. The laughs? Unholy.It’s loud, it’s legendary, it’s a LGBTQ+ royalty takeover — and the Turquoise Table may never recover. Pull up, if your edges can withstand it. 🃏🌈🔥See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | ![]() Two Legends, Zero Filter with Jackée Harry and Kym Whitley | 28 | This week on We Playin’ Spades, Nick and Courtney barely get a word in as comedy royalty Jackée Harry and Kym Whitley pull up to the Turquoise Table and immediately take over the Backyard Boogie.From the jump, it’s nonstop talk-yo-shhh energy—classic Hollywood stories, unfiltered shade, and the kind of auntie humor you cannot rehearse. Jackée and Kym trade wild memories from Detroit to Def Comedy Jam days, break down how Hollywood really works, and prove why they’ve been legends for decades: fearless, funny, and absolutely ungovernable.The Spades game? Almost secondary. Between eating chitlins with Aretha Franklin, reneging accusations, OG advice from icons like Diahann Carroll, and wagers that spiral completely out of control, this episode turns into a masterclass in Black table talk.It’s loud, it’s legendary, it’s lovingly disrespectful—and it might be the most Black-ass game of Spades we’ve ever played. Pull up… if you can keep up. 🃏🔥See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | ![]() The 90s TV Bag, Assistant Horror Stories and How to End Up On The Shade Room… Again, with Raven-Symoné & Miranda Maday | 27 | It’s Must-See-Monday y’all, because a true icon of the Culture is on We Playin’ Spades this week! The incomparable icon of all things TV Raven-Symoné and her wife Miranda Maday pull up to the Turquoise Table, and nothing is off limits. From Cosby Show money to new money, the podcasting power couple lay it all out.Raven breaks down the 90s bag and why it just isn’t what it used to be, tells us why family TV needs a makeover, and shows us how real bosses move in silence. Miranda’s got some personal assistant horror stories, tells us about her culturally specific nighttime routine, puts the family business out on the street. Everyone gets real about parental discipline. Plus, what is a “Black name” anyway? We’re spilling all the tea! It’s a hilarious trip down memory lane and serious game of Spades. Make sure to moisturize, ‘cause y’all ain’t ready! It’s so 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. | — | ||||||
| 12/29/25 | ![]() Love & Hip-Hop, Longevity, and Reality TV Villains with Kirk and Rasheeda Frost | 26 | 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. | — | ||||||
| 12/22/25 | ![]() Selling Out Arenas, the Weight Loss Roller Coaster, and Laughing Through the Pain with Rip Micheals | 25 | 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. | — | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | ![]() Lyricists, Legends & Unexpected Confessions with Big Daddy Kane & Heather Hunter | 24 | 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. | — | ||||||
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