The Mike Murphy Show Ft John Grimes

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show featuring John Grimes, comedian, actor, and rapper Trent Mason joins the conversation. At just 21 years old, Trent is already making waves in entertainment with a future that looks nothing short of legendary. The crew dives into the wild age gap between them—highlighted by the fact that Mike was serving in Iraq before Trent was even born. Trent also gets put...

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show featuring John Grimes, we sit down with comedian and actor Mike Estime, best known for his roles in Everybody Hates Chris and Netflix’s The Upshaws. Mike opens up about his journey from Washington, D.C. to New York City, the tough lessons learned after being booed at Showtime at the Apollo, and how working cruise ships helped shape his craft. We dive into th...

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, Mike sits down with his cohost John Grimes and longtime friend Rell Mac, who came through to visit from back home. The conversation goes completely off the rails in the best way possible—covering the drama in Atlanta with Young Thug and the leaked calls, what people would really do for a shot with Cardi B, and whether a wife secretly having a male trainer i...

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show featuring John Grimes, we dive into some wild and thought-provoking conversations. We kick things off by breaking down the bizarre incident involving rapper Lil Nas X in Los Angeles, opening up a bigger discussion about how Hollywood can twist reality and drive people to the edge. From there, we unpack the idea of unlimited wealth — exploring both the incred...

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show ft. John Grimes, we sit down with comedian, writer, and actor Malik S for an unforgettable conversation. From sharing what it’s like raising daughters, to reflecting on the grind of life as a comedian, Malik opens up about his journey from Opa-locka to touring the world with legends like D.L. Hughley and Cedric the Entertainer. We dive into the idea of a wor...

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show with John Grimes, we sit down with comedian Chinedu Unaka for a conversation that blends sharp humor with real talk. We cover everything from AI’s rapid takeover and the evolution of technology since the 60s, to how perception often shapes reality. Chinedu shares his take on how couples can profit from a certain “mass appeal” aesthetic, breaks down his 30-mi...

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, I sat down with my guy John Grimes to talk about what it really means to grind. From writing and performing to building content from the ground up, this ain’t just talk — it’s the behind-the-scenes hustle nobody wants to show. But of course, we had to keep it entertaining. We hit y’all with a This or That segment and answered some wild, unpredictable questi...

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, host Mike Murphy sits down with comedian, actress and writer Brandi Denise Boyd, whose rise from social worker to a breakout comedic force is nothing short of inspiring. Brandi opens up about her stand‑up debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, being selected as a “New Face” at Just For Laughs, landing a Comedy Central featured set, and her roles o...

Comedian, actor, writer, and lowkey golf pro James Davis pulled up to The Mike Murphy Show for a legendary episode! We chopped it up about his breakout moment with Hood Adjacent, and his wild career writing and starring on shows like Wild ’N Out, Real Husbands of Hollywood, the BET Awards, Golf Road Trippin, Awake on Netflix, and The Late Late Show with James Corden. Then we played a hilarious rou...

This one hit different. On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, Mike and John Grimes open up about something every creative, every dreamer, every underdog feels at some point — that gut-wrenching frustration of watching everyone else win while you’re still grinding in silence. We talk about how easy it is to get lost chasing trends, hoping for quick results, and how that can pull you further away...

This one hit different. On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, Mike and John Grimes open up about something every creative, every dreamer, every underdog feels at some point — that gut-wrenching frustration of watching everyone else win while you’re still grinding in silence. We talk about how easy it is to get lost chasing trends, hoping for quick results, and how that can pull you further away...

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, we’re joined by comedian, actor, and photographer Dion Lack as things get wild real quick. We debate the ultimate Black household offense: messing up the mac & cheese vs. not knowing how to play spades. Mike reveals how trying to use protection once gave a girl the “ick,” and we dive into a wild game of This or That that goes completely off the rails. O...

This week on The Mike Murphy Show, Hollywood felt like our personal playground. We kick things off debating the wild topic: Can you really make a million dollars a show in comedy? — and spoiler: Nate Jackson might have the receipts. Mike breaks down being in the audience at Hollywood Stars, where celebs like Nate Burleson, Method Man, and Janelle James all stopped to say what’s up — leading a few...

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, I sat down with London Brown (Raising Kanan, Ballers) and Chris Sneed (Funny AF, Roast Me) — two LA natives who discovered they both started comedy at the exact same talent show… while working regular jobs at the LA Times. That moment launched two powerful journeys. We got into their shared roots, how they each avoided gang life, and channeled their energy...

In this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, Mike and John dive into the reality of imposter syndrome — that quiet voice that makes you question whether you really belong, even when the wins start stacking up. Mike opens up about getting recognized in public, hitting a million views, and landing a lead role in a film — all while still battling that internal doubt. John shares his own journey, and toge...

In this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, Mike and Grimes push back on Henry’s controversial take on the legendary Patrice O’Neal, breaking down why his legacy matters and why we won’t let it slide. Then the conversation takes a turn—does your comedy need to reflect your race to be considered valid? They dive into how audiences judge comedians like Shapel Lacey, a Black comic raised by white parent...

On this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, we sit down with comedian Henry Coleman—originally from Memphis, Tennessee—for one of the realest, most unfiltered interviews we’ve ever had. Henry opens up about his brutal bomb at the Apollo Theater, why his Def Jam performance got buried amid the Russell Simmons controversy, and how a remix of his stolen joke went viral while he got no credit. He shares...

Tiffany sits down with Mike Murphy and John Grimes to share the raw, unfiltered truth about her past life and where she is now. From wild nights as a Vegas stripper to partying like there was no tomorrow—she did it all to provide for her first child. But now, life looks a lot different. She opens up about dating disasters (including one that ended at Michael Jackson’s house), how she used to test...

On this episode of  The Mike Murphy Show , Mike and John Grimes sit down with comedian  Tahir Moore  for a real, hilarious, and inspiring conversation. We talk about how both Mike and John met Tahir at the legendary Comedy Union—years apart—and how he gave them both a shot early in their careers. Tahir shares wild stories from the road, opens up about shedding  60 pounds in 6 months , and reflects...

Camille Corbett aka “The Witty Girl” joins The Mike Murphy Show! We dive deep into her journey from ATL to LA — from killing it in the stand-up scene to writing for TV, dropping music, and dreaming up her ideal Tarantino-style movie role. We talk favorite directors, wild industry stories, and why she’s not afraid to dominate in life — or with Men. Plus, she goes head-to-head in “This or That” and...

In this wild episode of The Mike Murphy Show, we sit down with Hollywood party promoter Steph Santana to talk about how he broke into the club scene and why he’s always surrounded by beautiful women. From late-night industry secrets to nonstop stories from behind the velvet rope, Steph gives us the inside scoop on the nightlife game. Plus, we run through another hilarious round of “This or That”,...

n this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, things get wild and hilarious as we break down the explosive Shannon Sharpe text message scandal and dive into some of the craziest Would You Rather scenarios you’ve ever heard. We’re talking: Accidentally sending cheating screenshots to your girl… or nudes to your mom?! Covering for your boy’s side chick and catching heat from your own girl—would you take t...

n this episode of  The Mike Murphy Show , we went full barbershop talk with a cinematic twist! We debated our  Top 5 Movies we'd take to a deserted island , and let’s just say—some picks were genius, others… not so much. Then we got into a heated (and hilarious) discussion:  Was DMX a better rapper-turned-actor than Will Smith?  You might be surprised where we landed. We also broke down the legacy...

In this hilarious and unfiltered episode of  The Mike Murphy Show , we dive into everything from hair transplant and BBL surgeries to losing our virginity and awkward first times. We debate how much a date should  really  cost—and if sex is expected after dropping a big check on dinner. Plus, we swap stories about terrible dates, argue whether we’d rather fight a mountain lion or a chicken, and as...

In this episode of The Mike Murphy Show, we dive into the latest buzz and personal stories: • Debunking the Anthony Edwards Child Support Rumor: We address the viral claim that NBA star Anthony Edwards paid $1.08 million upfront to cover 18 years of child support. Ayesha Howard, the mother of his child, has refuted these rumors, stating that no such agreement exists. • Our Most Embarrassing Moment...