The Radio Show ATL

Singer-songwriter Frank Maza joins The Aftermath to discuss the creative process behind making music, finding your sound, and the vision behind his album Back Then. We get into collaboration, navigating the business side of the music industry, and how the definition of success evolves throughout an artist’s journey. Plus, Frank faces off in our One Gotta Go: Chips Edition. Which snack gets elimina...

Professional impersonator and actor David Babcock joins The Aftermath to discuss turning his resemblance to Will Ferrell into an entertainment business, creating original characters like Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, and building a brand beyond the familiar face. Plus, we play One Gotta Go with dinner favorites and Will Ferrell movies Theme Song: Gunshot By Edson Sean Background Music: Baari X, APA E...

Paul Anthony Saad joins M-16 on The Aftermath to discuss his journey as an independent writer and musician, balancing two creative paths, and what it takes to bring your work to the world on your own terms. Paul shares the inspiration behind his book, American Wealth and Creation Stories, his approach to the creative process, and how his identity as a writer differs from his work as a musician. It...

The Aftermath is here and we have M-16 as he sits down with Detroit singer and songwriter Jai Simone, winner of the 2026 Detroit Black Music Award for Rising Star of the Year. Jai opens up about growing up in a musical family, discovering her own path as an artist, and the role music plays in spiritual healing and self-expression. She also discusses her experiences as a multifaceted performer, the...

On this episode of The Aftermath, M-16 sits down with podcaster, author, and What The Shit?! co-host Lashauna D. Hinton. We get into her journey as a writer and creative, the woman behind the microphone, and what inspired her to build her own lane with Vibes From Venus as Season 2 approaches. From her experiences in podcasting to her evolution as an author, Lashauna opens up about her passions, he...

Angelo Maldonado Jr. joins M-16 for a conversation about his journey from music to acting, filmmaking, and advocacy. Later he discusses the art of  acting and what separates a good actor from a great one, and what he does to lock in when it’s time to become a character. He also reflects on working in television and film, including Chicago P.D. and Power Book III: Raising Kanan. The conversation al...

The Aftermath is here and this time we sit down with Kelly Keith, creator and executive producer of the Bronner Bros Beauty Icon Awards. Kelly joins M-16 and ATL Diva to talk about the creation of the awards, this year’s honorees, the “Midnight Bloom” theme, and what’s next as Bronner Bros. approaches 80 years in business.   Theme Song: Gunshot By Edson Sean   Background Music: Baari X, APA Entert...

The Radio Show ATL is here, and M-16 is joined by author and, now, podcaster Christina Bennett. Christina feels like TRS ATL needs to open up more conversations about dating and relationships, so she tells the story of a chance meeting with an Amazon driver and everything that transpired over the next seven days. Did Christina find her guy, or did she find more than she was looking for? M-16 also...

Singer/Actor Shawn Wyatt joins M-16 for an honest conversation about music, creativity, adversity, and the journey that shaped him. He opens up about his path as a singer, songwriter, actor and filmmaker, the experiences that influenced his creativity, and the determination it took to keep pursuing his goals through difficult chapters of his life. Shawn also talks about his music, his latest proje...

The Aftermath is here delivering another great interview. Mixed martial artist Colin Dingelstad joins M-16 for a conversation about his journey, the documentary IMPOSSIBLE, MMA, pushing through adversity, and the physical challenges that came with pursuing his goals—including a double shoulder separation. Colin opens up about his mindset, setbacks, and what keeps him moving forward when things get...

The Radio Show ATL is back! We’re talking DaBaby’s No Knife Chicken & Waffles, including those fully taxed menu prices. Then things get serious as we discuss the N.O.R.E. lawsuit and ATL Diva and Jae Marie share personal experiences with harassment in nightlife that left M-16 and Big Debo genuinely shocked. Later Debo turns “One Gotta Go” into One Gotta Stay: Movie Characters Edition. You can...

On this episode of The Aftermath, M-16 sits down with Hotep, author, educator, and entrepreneur, to celebrate 20 years of The Hustler’s 10 Commandments. Released in 2006, the book introduced a collection of principles covering entrepreneurship, networking, branding, preparation, negotiation, self-belief, and building your own path. Hotep takes us back to the world of business and entertainment bef...

After making her first appearance on the show a few years ago, rapper and entrepreneur Killa K returns for another conversation — this time sitting down with M-16 to talk about her self-titled album. M-16 and Killa K get into the inspiration behind the project, the creative process, her journey as an artist, and what went into putting the album together. Killa K also talks about where she is now c...

M-16 is joined by guest host Big Debo for another episode of The Radio Show ATL. This week, M-16 goes in on The Varnell Hill Show and asks how a show with so much potential ended up being so damn bad. Then we debate whether the Grammys still matter in today’s music landscape. In the Random Segment, Big Debo declares Heinz the only ketchup worth buying, while M-16 doubles down on his 2021 take: it’...

This week on The Radio Show ATL, M-16 and ATL Diva are joined by Big Debo and Uncle Krys to talk about the celebrity deaths that hit us hardest — and the ones that are going to mess us up when they go. Big Debo shares his wild Peter Cullen/Optimus Prime story, and in the random segment, M-16 is over Boomers AGAIN while Debo pulls entries from his book of… you know what.  Today’s Crew: ATL Diva, M-...

Ez and M-16 welcome longtime friends Bryttany and Aisya from the Smalltalk podcast to discuss inflation, companies charging for services nobody asked for, and what actually makes an album a flop—with Tyga and Rick Ross as examples. Plus, M-16 takes over EZ’s One Gotta Go for a fries edition that puts four fast-food favorites on the chopping block. Today’s Crew: Ez, Bryttany, Aisya, M-16 Theme Song...

SUPERcut: M-16 and author Christina Bennett are back for their second album review, this time taking on Chris Brown’s "Brown". Before getting into the album, 16 and Christina break down Chris Brown’s career, from his explosive debut and massive run of hits to the controversies and staying power that have made him one of R&B’s most complicated superstars. Then things get interesting. Christina...

On this episode of The Aftermath, M-16 welcomes author and journalist Peter Relic, author of Bust a Move: Matt Dike, Delicious Vinyl, and the Hip-Hop Hits That Conquered Pop. Peter takes us inside the story of Matt Dike and Delicious Vinyl, the label behind some of the most influential hip-hop and pop crossover records of the late ’80s and early ’90s. M-16 and Peter get into the artists, the music...

The Aftermath is here and we have M-16 chatting with Chicago-born, Minnesota-based hip-hop artist DBOY MHE for an in-depth conversation about his journey in music, staying authentic as an independent artist, and the business of building a brand from the ground up. The conversation also explores his transition into acting with his role in Pressure, balancing multiple creative pursuits, and what con...

Author Bobby Jackson joins M-16 on The Aftermath to discuss his book, Name of the Game: Chess in Real Life. Bobby shares the inspiration behind the book, why chess became the foundation for his message, and the lessons on strategy, decision-making, and personal growth that readers can take into everyday life. Plus, Bobby takes on a special Atlanta edition of One Gotta Go. Theme Song: Gunshot By Ed...

M-16, Jimmy, and Big Debo break down the latest developments in the Big Tigger case and discuss how new information can change public perception. Then, the crew dives into Jermaine Dupri’s reported legal battle over music ownership and royalties, leading to a conversation about contracts, legacy, and who really owns the culture. Also on this episode: One Gotta Go, the Random Segment, and the livel...

Singer, songwriter, actor, and director Damon Anthony joins M-16 on The Aftermath to discuss his creative journey, balancing music and film, the experiences that have shaped his career, and what’s next. Damon opens up about the passion behind his creative process, the challenges of wearing multiple hats in the entertainment world, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Plus, Damon shares his...

The microphones are on, and M-16, ATL Diva, and Big Debo are back with another unfiltered conversation on the biggest stories in music and entertainment. The crew reviews T.I.'s Kill the King and debates whether the King of the South delivered another standout project. They also discuss the legal issues involving Atlanta radio personality Big Tigger, separating the known facts from speculation whi...

On this edition of The Aftermath, M-16 sits down with former tech executive, entrepreneur, and creator of the documentary series It's Cool to Be Smart, Reggie Shareef. Reggie shares his journey from discovering a passion for technology to becoming a champion for STEM education and youth empowerment. The conversation explores how his experience at Tennessee State University helped shape his leaders...

This week on The Radio Show ATL, M-16 and The Jerk discuss Drake's Iceman spending a month at No. 1 and what it means for the current state of hip-hop. They also debate Rick Ross pushing back his new album and whether release delays still matter in the streaming era. Plus, two rounds of One Gotta Go (Potato Edition and Modern Everyday Life Edition) and M-16 sounds off on a growing frustration with...