Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max

Shoutout to East, San Diego's own Finis for coming on my show for an interview! Finis discussed his album Beginning Of The End, his upcoming album with Scott Storch, and collaborating with Obie Trice on How It Goes. He talked about wanting to work with Lady Gaga, Mr. Lil One being a supporter, and wanting to make songs for movies. Finis also spoke about pushing through adversity, wanting to make a...

Big thank you to NFL Hall of Famer Steve Largent for coming on my show for an interview! Steve discussed his early life, getting drafted by the Oilers, and the Seahawks trading an 8th round draft pick for him. He talked about his revenge hit on Mike Harden, losing to the Raiders in the 1983 AFC Championship, and why he decided to retire in 1989. Steve also spoke about his time in congress, the Sea...

Thank you to actor Baldwin C. Sykes for coming on my show for an interview! Baldwin discussed growing up in Compton, graduating from USC, and meeting John Singleton. He talked about playing Monster in Boyz n the Hood, being in the Remember the Time music video with Michael Jackson, and his role in South Central. Baldwin also spoke about seeing N.W.A. before they blew up, working with Kid-N-Play in...

Shoutout to Brooklyn's own Nvious for coming on my show for an interview! Nvious discussed his new releases, his Resorts World Casino residency in Queens, and meeting Jim Jones at the Byrdgang Press Conference. He talked about his most known song Egyptians, performing outside the Barclays Center, and partnership with the Brooklyn Nets. Nvious also spoke about his upcoming performances, working wit...

Thank you to San Diego's own Hip-Hop legend Mr. Shadow for coming on my show for an interview! Mr. Shadow talked about his new release with Mr. Lil One The Mistahs 2, his major release I'm Done, Bring It Back, and the music video shoot for Certified G'z with Ice Cube. He discussed Chicano Rap becoming more inclusive in the Hip-Hop genre, attending Nightowl's first neighborhood rap, and going to Jo...

Thank you to award winning journalist and author Nelson Aspen for coming on my show for an interview! Nelson discussed his new book Happily Ever After?, his lengthy journalism career, and training Princess Diana in aerobics. He talked about covering high profile celebrities who passed away including Heath Ledger and Michael Jackson. Nelson also spoke about acting early on with Robin Williams in Se...

Shoutout to Long Island's own Hip-Hop artists Blvu and Whyte for coming on my show for an interview! Blvu and Whyte discussed their 10 Thousand Hours EP, working with Joe, and their upcoming album Fine Art. Blvu talked about writing his new single Coldest Winter Ever, meeting Whyte, and the music video shoot that they have to have redone. Whyte also spoke about becoming an AAU basketball coach, th...

Pastor Myra Brown-Williams talked about being the founder/CEO of Grant Wins, how her movement helps non-profits and profits with funding through grants, and her Kingdom Classy LLC. She spoke about expanding Junior Achievements in high schools, her book From The Boardroom to the Bedroom, and her upcoming book releasing in June. Myra also spoke about being a pastor with her husband at Worthy Walk Mi...

Thank you to Brooklyn's own R&B artist and model Leaf for coming on my show for an interview! Leaf discussed her new album In Your Dreams, being in her Dreamgirl era, and the story behind her song Revenge. She talked about working with ScarLip on the Sponsor Remix, modeling for Calvin Klein and Pat McGrath, and how she found out her mother inspired A Tribe Called Quest's Bonita Applebum. Leaf...

Shoutout to Baltimore's own lyricist John Wells for coming on my show for an interview! John discussed his new project I don't wanna die (Pt. 2), what he is running from, and the adversity he has had to overcome. He talked about dealing with anxiety since he was a teenager, the impact of losing his father, and writing his song No Drugs In Heaven from his father's perspective. John also spoke about...

Thank you to Rashanda Mack for coming on my show for an interview! Rashanda talked about being a breast cancer survivor, questioning her faith during her first diagnosis, and her Pink Bottoms movement. She discussed her book I'm Still Standing: Stories of Survival, her upcoming book on her life story, and the work she is doing for healthcare insurance. Rashanda also spoke about her upcoming panels...

Thank you to legendary airbrush/graffiti artist and fashion designer Shirt King Phade for coming on my show for an interview! Phade talked about style wars, his first major shirt for Larry Love of The Furious Five, and working with his mentor Dapper Dan. He discussed being there when Jay-Z got his rhyme book stolen, watching Rakim record Juice, and Jam Master Jay playing a huge role in Shirt Kings...

Thank you to Ira From Staten Island for calling into my show to discuss the New York Jets' 2026 NFL Free Agency moves. We discussed the team franchise tagging Breece Hall, not resigning Nick Folk, and the possibility of Geno Smith being the Jets quarterback again. Stay tuned! Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html. Website live show streaming link: ht...

Thank you to Queens and North Carolina's own R&B artist Dia Malai for coming on my show for an interview! Dia discussed her new project The Loop, her collaboration with DJ Luke Nasty, and performing on The Voice. She talked about working with John Legend, the importance of being a tastemaker, and her American Idol audition. Dia also spoke about her upcoming music videos, her beauty cosmetic li...

Thank you to Belgium's own artist Laurens J Drawings for coming on my show for an interview! Laurens talked about the restock of his Ewing 33HI collaboration with Ewing Athletics, his expo on the Rock the Bells cruise, and his time as a pro-basketball player. He discussed his love for old school Hip-Hop, starting out with black and white drawings, and then having the idea to make Hip-Hop heads in...

Thank you to the Bronx, New York's own entrepreneur, author, and veteran Jonathan W. Fields for coming on my show for an interview! Jonathan discussed his new book The Playa Chronicles, his time in the Navy, and playing for the Seattle Seahawks with Steve Largent. He talked about creating Ambiance Magazine, his work on the Hollywood Red Carpet, and launching X’treme Nailz International Magazine. J...

Thank you to Tennessee's own Country and Hip-Hop artist Struggle Jennings for coming on my show for an interview! We discussed his new singles Last Name and Folded Hands, meeting Yelawolf, and how his grandfather Waylon Jennings created The Dukes of Hazzard theme song. He talked about the rough life he had starting from his childhood, being out of prison for 10 years, and signing artists to his ow...

Shoutout to Raleigh, North Carolina's own Nineside for coming on my show for an interview! Nineside talked about his new single Cinema, getting connected to Empire Records, and being an All American track star for the University of Alabama State. He discussed Smoking Mirrors, his upcoming concept project, and working on music video skits. He also spoke about the importance of standing for somethin...

Thank you to Massachusetts' own Hip-Hop producer Stu Bangas for coming on my show for an interview! Stu discussed his new album Chemistry with Wordsworth, attending West Virginia, and receiving support from DJ Premier. He talked about his friendship with Chino XL, Cannibal Hulk with Ill Bill charting on Billboard, and his son Young Bangas following in his footsteps. Stu also spoke about his upcomi...

Shoutout to Peoria, Illinois and Atlanta's own Frisco Hardbody Sco for coming on my show for an interview! Frisco talked about his staying focused mindset, his Hardbody Empire Music Group label, and his latest Summertime single. He talked about his upcoming album, being inspired by Montana of 300, and wanting to speak to the youth about staying on the right path. Frisco also spoke about losing his...

Shoutout to Virginia's own BMG $WAY for coming on the show for an interview! BMG $WAY discussed his new mixtape MY TURN, 0 to 100 Ent., and surviving cancer when he was two years old. He talked about why he feels like an outcast, making connections in Atlanta, and his song Jaws being inspired by Steven Spielberg's blockbuster hit film. He also got into the R&B project that he is dropping soon,...

Thank you to Alberto Uncini Manganelli for coming on my show for an interview! Alberto discussed his new book THE FORMULA OF THE FORMULAS, interviewing 22 world champions, and leading the global sports business for Adidas. He talked about the effect of participation trophies, everyone's a winner mentality, and if the damage from parents telling their children they're the best before accomplishing...

Shoutout to R&B artist and entrepreneur Tuesday for coming on the show for an interview! Tuesday discussed her new singles Ride and Going On, collaborating with June DaDon, and working with Vina Love. She talked about GGMG Records, participating at fashion shows, and working with Now That's TV Network. She also spoke about the upcoming Ride music video, being apart of casting calls, and more....

Shoutout to the Bronx's own David Bars for returning to the show for a new interview! David talked about his new single SHINE, his independent label Eargasm, and a potential Bar Code 2 release this year. He discussed wanting to act, designing clothes, and his recipe for longevity in this generation. David also spoke about upcoming releases, a possible tour on the horizon, and more. Stay tuned! Dav...

Thank you to Toronto's own Grammy nominated artist and engineer The BLK LT$ for coming on my show for an interview! The BLK LT$ talked about her new album Honey: The BLK LT$ Meets The Killa Beez, signing to RZA's 36 Chambers, and working with Drake on Room For Improvement. She discussed relocating from Los Angeles to Atlanta, working with DMX, and when she took initiative of following her intuitio...