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Willie D and Dr. Candace Matthews Talk Activism, Police Misconduct, Court Corruption and Community Power
Apr 27, 2026
1h 01m 44s
Willie D and Killa Kyleon Talk Rap Craft, Independence, Houston Culture and Evolving Beyond the Game
Apr 20, 2026
Unknown duration
Willie D and Tyla Crayton Talk Shark Tank, Business Growth, Trademark Battles and Building a Brand
Apr 15, 2026
Unknown duration
Willie D Talks With Modi, R Kelly’s Cellmate, About Prison Life, Music and What He Witnessed
Apr 6, 2026
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Cartel Bo and Willie D Talk Prison, Police Misconduct Allegations, Family Trauma and Redemption
Apr 6, 2026
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 4/27/26 | Willie D and Dr. Candace Matthews Talk Activism, Police Misconduct, Court Corruption and Community Power✨ | activismpolice misconduct+4 | Dr. Candace Matthews | — | — | activismpolice misconduct+5 | — | 1h 01m 44s | |
| 4/20/26 | Willie D and Killa Kyleon Talk Rap Craft, Independence, Houston Culture and Evolving Beyond the Game | In this powerful conversation, Willie D sits down with Killa Kyleon for a real discussion about Houston rap history, lyricism, independence, growth, and what it takes to stand out in a crowded music industry. Killa Kyleon breaks down his journey from the North and South sides of Houston into the rap game, his connection to the Screwed Up Click and Boss Hogg movement, and why he focused on earning respect from the greats instead of chasing trends. Killa Kyleon also talks with Willie D about writing five songs a day, treating rap like authorship, separating real life from rap characters, why artists get trapped by image, and how discipline, intelligence, and consistency helped him stay relevant. The conversation also dives into media, sports commentary, Black infrastructure, generational thinking, and the mindset required to build something that lasts. | — | ||||||
| 4/15/26 | Willie D and Tyla Crayton Talk Shark Tank, Business Growth, Trademark Battles and Building a Brand | In this powerful interview, Willie D sits down with Tyla Crayton, the young entrepreneur behind Sienna Wings and Sienna Sauce, to talk about building a business from the ground up, appearing on Shark Tank, and facing a major trademark fight that could impact her company’s future. Tyla Crayton breaks down how her brand started, what it took to grow from a home based business into a real restaurant, and why protecting your name matters when you are building something bigger than yourself.Tyla Crayton also talks with Willie D about the realities of entrepreneurship, dealing with retailers, learning when to say no, the challenges of expansion, and how ghosting, business politics, and legal pressure can test even the strongest founders. This is a real conversation about hustle, ownership, vision, and standing your ground when people underestimate you. | — | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | Willie D Talks With Modi, R Kelly’s Cellmate, About Prison Life, Music and What He Witnessed | In this interview, Willie D speaks with Modi, who says he shared a cell with R Kelly during his time at MCC Chicago. Modi gives his personal account of what prison life was like around R Kelly, including daily routines, fan mail, music, late night songwriting, and the conversations they had behind bars.Modi also talks with Willie D about how he says R Kelly spent his time in prison, the support he received from fans, what prison takes away from a person, and how incarceration changes the way people see freedom, loyalty, and survival. This is a detailed conversation from someone giving his firsthand perspective on life inside. | — | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | Cartel Bo and Willie D Talk Prison, Police Misconduct Allegations, Family Trauma and Redemption | In this powerful interview, Willie D sits down with Cartel Bo for a raw and emotional conversation about survival, fatherhood, prison, family trauma, police misconduct allegations, and rebuilding his life after incarceration. Cartel Bo speaks on his legal battles, his claims against a Houston police officer, why he cut off his ankle monitor, the pain of missing time with his daughter, and how faith changed his mindset.Cartel Bo also talks with Willie D about becoming a father, hiring felons through his trucking company, fighting recidivism, building generational wealth, overcoming childhood abuse, and staying focused on purpose instead of destruction. This is a deep conversation about pain, accountability, growth, and turning adversity into something meaningful. | — | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | Red Grant Opens Up With Willie D On Comedy, Politics, Fatherhood, DC Streets & Personal Growth | In this powerful conversation, Willie D sits down with Red Grant for an honest discussion about his journey from the streets of Washington, DC to becoming a respected comedian, actor, businessman, and community leader. Red Grant talks about his upbringing, the influence of his grandparents and parents, lessons from sports, losing his football path, finding comedy, touring with Katt Williams, fatherhood, marriage, running for mayor, and why inspiring young people matters more than ever.Willie D and Red Grant also dive into DC politics, Marion Barry’s legacy, community accountability, Black leadership, discipline, emotional control, and the importance of building stronger futures for the next generation. This is a real conversation filled with wisdom, humor, pain, growth, and perspective. | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | Walter Johnson “Mr. Tendernism” on Surviving 6 G*nsh@ts, Building a Food Empire & Life With Willie D | Willie D sits down with Walter Johnson, better known as Mr. Tendernism, for a powerful conversation about survival, food, branding, faith, and purpose.In this interview, Walter Johnson tells Willie D how he built the Tendernism movement, where the name came from, how his signature style took off, and why patience, love, and consistency helped change his life. He also breaks down growing up in Gary, Indiana, traveling across the South to master different cooking styles, working in major kitchens, and building a brand people now recognize everywhere.Walter Johnson also opens up to Willie D about being shot six times and stabbed during a robbery attempt, recovering from that trauma, pushing through business setbacks, and refusing to let pain define his future. He explains how those struggles made him stronger and why he now wants to use the Mr. Tendernism platform to help uplift young people and bring more guidance, food, and opportunity back into the community.This episode with Willie D and Walter Johnson is bigger than food. It is about turning bitter into sweet, building something real out of hardship, and leaving behind a legacy that means something. If you know Mr. Tendernism from the viral clips, this conversation gives the full story behind the man, the mindset, and the movement.#WillieD #WalterJohnson #MrTendernism #Tendernism #Booyah #Podcast #Interview #FoodCulture #Barbecue #ViralInterview #GaryIndiana #LifeLessons #BrandBuilding #Entrepreneurship #SurvivalStorySubscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | Cliff Blodget Talks Rap A Lot, Geto Boys, Independence and the Industry | Willie D Live (Full Interview) | Willie D sits down with Cliff Blodget for a full 1.5 hour conversation covering hip hop history, independent label strategy, and behind the scenes perspectives from the music business.In this interview, Cliff discusses Rap A Lot Records, business decisions that shaped key moments, and lessons learned from navigating the industry. Willie D also presses into the realities of artist development, distribution, leverage, and how deals and relationships can make or break long term success.Listen and Watch to the end for deeper context and stories that connect the business side to the culture.Subscribe for more interviews and updates from Willie D Live.Channel: http://www.youtube.com/williedlive#WillieDLive #WillieDLiveConversations #CliffBlodget #RapALot #GetoBoys #HipHop #MusicBusiness #Interview | — | ||||||
| 3/11/26 | Youngest Elected Judge Speaks: Judge Katherine Thomas on Bonds, Plea Deals, & What to Do If Arrested | Judge Katherine Thomas joins Willie D Live for a deep, real-world breakdown of the criminal court system from the bench. As the youngest elected judge, she opens up about her journey, what pushed her to run, and how she’s focused on making a real impact in her community.We also get into the questions people actually need answered: probable cause, what happens in those first hours after an arrest, how bond amounts are decided, and what defendants should understand about public defenders and plea deals before making life-changing decisions.In this interview, we cover:Becoming the youngest elected judge and what that responsibility looks likeHow Judge Thomas is making an impact in criminal courtProbable cause: what it means and how it’s usedBonds and bond amounts: what judges considerPlea deals: why they happen and what people misunderstandPublic defenders: expectations, limitations, and how to work with your attorneyWhat to do (and NOT do) if you’re arrestedDrop your thoughts below: Do you think the bond system is fair as it works today?Subscribe to Willie D Live for more real conversations you won’t get anywhere else.#WillieDLive #JudgeKatherineThomas #CriminalJustice #BailBonds #PleaDeal #PublicDefender #ProbableCause #CourtSystem #LegalTalk #WillieDSubscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | Deric Muhammad Reveals the Tragic Story of His Great-Grandmother That Drives His Fight for Justice For Minorities | Deric Muhammad Reveals the Tragic Story of His Great-Grandmother That Drives His Fight for Justice For Minorities,Breaks Down How the Prison System Profits From Black Youth, and Warns of Hidden Agendas in U.S. Africa Health Deals and Mentorship Importance | — | ||||||
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| 2/26/26 | Judge Katherine Thomas Details How Emerging Adult Docket Provides Fair Young Offenders Opportunities | Judge Katherine Thomas Details How Her Emerging Adult Docket Provides Fair Opportunities and Diversion for Young Offenders.Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 2/2/26 | Navigating a Wild, Changing World | Tony Rock Interview | A thoughtful conversation with Tony Rock on navigating today’s fast-changing world, mindset, and modern life.In this episode, Tony Rock shares thoughtful insights and real-life perspectives on navigating today’s fast-changing and complex world. From understanding society and culture to developing awareness, mindset, and personal clarity, this conversation offers guidance for making sense of modern life.Hosted by Willie D, this interview explores life lessons, perspective, and meaningful ideas that help listeners better navigate challenges in today’s world. | — | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | Chingy On What Made Him Want To Leave The Music Industry, Spiritual Realm Vs Material Realm, Lies That Damaged His Career, How The Nelly Beef Got Squashed, Studying Astrology And Psychology & More! | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 12/29/25 | Acie High On Viral Fight With Tekashi 69 At LAX, 21 Savage's "F The Streets" Movement, Being Accused Of Trying to Kill Tech N9ne, Charlamagne Walking Out Of Lay Lay's Breakfast Club Interview & More! | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 12/22/25 | Christopher Williams Addresses His Tough Road In The Music Industry, Rumors About Diddy And The Health Scare He Fought Back From That Changed His Life For The First Time (Throwback Episode) | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | Godfrey On NBA Being Too Light Skinned, Skits With Dr. Dre, White Women Being A Cancer To Comedy, Firing His Manager, Comedy Central Meeting Gone Wrong, Skits He Refuses To Do & More! | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | Antonio Tarver On Canelo Vs Crawford, Possible Exhibition Match, The Roy Jones Trilogy, Glenn Johnson Robbery, Off Night Vs Bernard Hopkins, Boxing Union & Being One Of The Best Defensive Fighters | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 12/1/25 | Best Selling Author Marquett Burton On SNAP Destroying Black Families, America's "Fake Poverty" Vs The Rest Of The World, "Generalizing" Black Women, Teaching In Baltimore Being Soul Crushing & More! | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 11/24/25 | James "Lights Out" Toney On Heavyweight Fighters Of Today Not Being Able To Last In His Era, How He Would Have Beat Mike Tyson, Goes Off On Jake Paul, Roy Jones, Being Known More For Defense & More! | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 11/16/25 | Havoc Of Mobb Deep On Not Considering Himself A Producer At First, The Truth About The Tupac Beef, Not Believing The Explanation Of Chris Lighty's Death, Violence In Hip Hop Getting Worse & Much More! | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 11/9/25 | Comedian Rudy Rush On Behind The Scenes Comedian Fights At Def Comedy Jam, Growing Up With The Central Park 5, Why He Didn't Get Along With Steve Harvey At The Apollo, Missed Movie Roles & More! | ubscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 11/3/25 | The D.O.C. On Adjusting To Life After His Accident, Songs Most People Didn't Know He Wrote, Raising A Daughter With Erykah Badu, Lifeless Modern Music, Building A School For Jobs Of The Future & More! | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 10/27/25 | Former Trap Queen Perrion Roberts On How She Ran A Criminal Enterprise In Alabama For 30 Years, Fighting For Justice In The Legal System, Being Pardoned From A 21 Year Sentence, Biggest Losses & More! | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 10/20/25 | Jason Mitchell Speaks On False Allegations Made Against Him While Filming "The Chi", Getting The Role Of Eazy E In Straight Outta Compton Over Eazy E's Son, Passing Down Generational Wealth & More! | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
| 10/13/25 | Kurupt On Suge Knight's Deathrow Records Vs Snoop's Deathrow Records, Behind The Scenes Details Of The New York New York Video Shoot, Opens Up About Foxy Brown Relationship, Music Maturing & Much More | Subscribe To The Willie D Live Audio Podcast at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/williedlivepodcastArtistActivist InvestorPodcasterSupport This ChannelCashApp http://cash.app/$williedlive PayPal http://www.paypal.me/williedlive Support My Foundationhttps://marvelousbridge.orgFollow me on Social Media:Instagram: williedliveTwitter: williedliveTikTok: williedliveFacebook: williedofficial | — | ||||||
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7 placements across 7 markets.
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7 placements across 7 markets.