The Underground Lounge

In this raw and unfiltered After Hours edition of The Underground Lounge, Holly hosts a no-holds-barred convo covering everything from Father’s Day frustrations to Instagram relationship politics. The episode kicks off with a debate about women’s travel highlights on IG—are they a turn-on or a red flag? That sparks a deeper discussion about how social media shapes assumptions in dating and how peo...

In this episode of The Underground Lounge, Lou, Spank, and Vic bring back their fan-favorite segment Tweets from the Streets, where Spank breaks down some of his wildest and most controversial tweets. The conversation kicks off with a fiery debate about Glorilla winning a BET Gospel Award for a feature with Kirk Franklin. Spank questions whether it's fair for non-gospel artists to be recognized in...

In this can't-miss episode of The Underground Lounge, Detroit's own Comedian CP joins Lou and Spank for an unfiltered, high-energy conversation that’s equal parts hilarious, honest, and unexpectedly insightful. From the moment he sits down, CP brings his signature brand of smart, sharp humor as they chop it up about everything from the grind of stand-up comedy to family, fame, and what it means to...

On this episode of Underground Lounge: After Hours , the crew has a more vulnerable, grown-up conversation about what it really looks like to evolve. Lou kicks things off with a heartfelt reflection on how life is hitting different at 38, from body changes to shifting energy to a deep craving for more purpose, more clarity, and more peace. What starts as casual talk about the weekend quickly turns...

In this electrifying Underground Lounge Podcast BET Awards Special, recorded live in Downtown Los Angeles, Lou Williams and Spank Horton bring the lounge experience to the heart of the culture. With Holly joining as a special co-host, the crew celebrates BET weekend in style, unfiltered, hilarious, and packed with energy. The live audience sets the tone as the fellas welcome an all-star lineup of...

This After Hours episode of the Underground Lounge kicks off with Holly confronting the elephant in the room — the YouTube comments. She addresses the criticism head-on, acknowledging her loud voice, big personality, and how it sometimes clashes with the male-dominated panel. With Spank and comedian Mike Murphy by her side, the trio dives into a raw and hilarious conversation about internet cultur...

In this episode of The Underground Lounge , Lou Will and Spank are joined by an undisputed cultural icon — Melyssa Ford . Known to many as the original video vixen , Melyssa breaks down her evolution from being one of the most recognizable faces in hip-hop videos to becoming a respected media voice and podcast host. Melyssa reflects on the early days of her career, from modeling in Toronto to work...

In this After Hours edition of the Underground Lounge, things start off smooth but quickly spiral into pure Controlled Chaos . Holly's back to co-Host with Lou Will and Spank as they sit down with Na’im Lynn, Tony Allen, and Paul Pierce for a no-holds-barred conversation that blurs the lines between hilarious, heated, and honest. The crew kicks off with jokes about getting older, embracing “auntie...

In this unfiltered and laugh-out-loud edition of Tweets From the Streets , Spank gets put on the hot seat as Lou pulls up a fresh batch of his most random, wild, and thought-provoking tweets. From complaining about $37 calamari to questioning when we last saw the Obamas together, nothing is off limits. The fellas dive into Spank’s “platonic female friends” theory, debate what makes someone a “real...

In this laugh-filled episode of the Underground Lounge , Lou Williams and Spank Horton sit down with comedian, actor, and viral voiceover star Tony Baker . Repping the South Side of Chicago, Tony brings his signature humor as the trio dives into everything from career beginnings to wild travel stories. Tony shares how his acting dreams led him to stand-up, recounting early grind days, audition fai...

In this unfiltered episode of the Underground Lounge, Lou Williams and Spank Horton are joined by one of the most respected names in comedy, Earthquake. From the moment he hits the couch, Quake dives into the journey that brought him from D.C. to the national stage, including how the military prepared him for stand-up, why he founded Uptown Comedy Corner, and what it really means to build your own...

In this episode of the Underground Lounge, WNBA veteran and two-time Sixth Woman of the Year Dearica Hamby sits down with Lou and Spank for an unfiltered conversation that spans basketball, business, and life beyond the court. Fresh off her Unrivaled season and looking ahead with the L.A. Sparks, Dearica talks about the fast-paced format of 3-on-3 play, the skill it demands, and how it’s reshaping...

In this After Hours continuation of the Underground Lounge’s sit-down with NBA legend Paul Pierce and creator Azar Farideh, the energy gets more personal, more intimate, and even more unfiltered. Picking up where Part 1 left off, Lou Williams and Spank Horton peel back deeper layers as Paul and Azar open up about how they met, their chemistry, and the real-life moments that sparked their late-nigh...

In this revealing episode of the Underground Lounge, NBA Hall of Famer Paul Pierce and podcast co-host Azar Farideh pull up for an unfiltered conversation that hits deep—and takes wild turns. Hosted by Lou Williams and Spank Horton, the episode kicks off with Paul reflecting on his championship legacy with the Celtics, the rise of the Big Three, and his genuine brotherhood with Tony Allen and Kevi...

From southern roots and Big Ten beginnings to becoming a leading voice at Amazon’s Thursday Night Football and NBA broadcasts, Taylor opens up about her unconventional path, her calculated career risks, and the importance of saying yes to uncomfortable growth. She talks about walking away from comfort zones, mastering her craft as an interviewer, and carving out a space that’s defined by preparati...

In this After Hours edition of The Underground Lounge, Rob49 steps into the building and immediately sets the tone, raw, hilarious, and fully locked in. Lou, Spank, and Holly catch up with Rob on everything from his breakout year to the late-night chaos that helped inspire his now-iconic “What the Helly” movement. Rob shares how he started out his college studies before life, music, and the trench...

Jozzy pulls up to The Underground Lounge and delivers one of the most layered, unfiltered conversations yet. Lou, Spank, and Holly dive deep with the Grammy Award winning songwriter turned artist as she shares how her journey took her from South Memphis to writing some of the biggest songs in music—only to realize that success behind the scenes comes with a price. She opens up about what it really...

It’s late, the mics are on, and the filter is off. In this no-holds-barred After Hours episode, Lou, Spank, and Holly spiral into a hilarious, brutally honest convo about luxury, loyalty, and the lines we cross—on purpose. They kick it off exposing the myth behind high-end fashion: fake bags, inflated prices, and why authenticity is really just a marketing scheme. Holly breaks down the difference...

In this can't-miss episode of To Be Fair , Lou, Spank, and Vic are handing out flowers and smoke in equal measure. First up: Dwight Howard. The crew gives the big man his well-earned props for making the Hall of Fame, calling out the NBA for years of disrespect—including his wild omission from the Top 75 list. They revisit Dwight’s dominance in Orlando, his misunderstood stints in L.A. and Houston...

On this episode of the Underground Lounge , Lou and Spank sit down with none other than Pardison Fontaine, for a wide-ranging, hilarious, and surprisingly introspective convo. Pardi opens up about his creative journey from hoop dreams to hit records, working with Cardi B, and landing a role on Raising Kanan . He talks about the hustle behind his viral single “Little Sh*t,” the unexpected origins o...

Kayla Nicole steps into the Underground Lounge: After Hours and immediately takes things to another level. What starts as a laid-back convo quickly turns into a raw, no-holds-barred session about dating, DM etiquette, wild reality TV experiences, and all the unspoken rules of modern romance. She breaks down her time on Special Forces hanging from helicopters, and dropped into icy water, all for a...

In this episode of the Underground Lounge, Lou and Spank welcome two of the most unfiltered personalities in the game— Gilbert Arenas and Nick Young (Swaggy P) —and things get wild quick . From the jump, the crew dives headfirst into the NBA's new wave of one-on-one challenges, with Gilbert breaking down how a little trash talk turned Brandon Jennings into the main character of the week. There’s t...

In this unfiltered After Hours edition of the Underground Lounge, Holly steps into the host chair and immediately sets the tone for a wild, no-holds-barred ride. From dating dynamics to personal grooming, this episode covers it all—with laughs, honesty, and a few raised eyebrows along the way. Holly mentions a DM from a fan and the crew dives into the complex truths behind modern relationships—lik...

In the grand finale of the "March Madness TV" bracket series, the crew returns to break down the last stretch of the tournament with all the energy, honesty, and TV IQ you’ve come to expect. With the field narrowed down to the Sweet 16 and beyond, the guys give flowers to the standout players who proved they were built for the big stage—and call out the ones who crumbled under pressure. The conver...

The Underground Lounge Podcast brings in comedian and writer Sydney Castillo for an episode packed with laughs, real talk, and the kind of behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. From bombing on stage to writing for hit TV shows, Sydney breaks down the wild rollercoaster of comedy and entertainment. He shares how he navigated the Hollywood hustle, the reality of working in writers’...