Top Billin’ With Bill Bellamy

My special guest for today is a three- time world champion, NBA Hall of Famer, Olympian, one of the few who can make retirement look so damn good.. none other than Flash himself, DWYANE WADE! We get into the details of his evolution on the court from leaving Marquette not knowing where he would play to winning three CHAMPIONSHIP titles with the MIAMI HEAT.. he shares with us some of his defining m...

We had to have security clear a path for this week’s guest on Top BIllin’! The ladies love him, the fellas respect his hustle, and he’s a powerful force of talent. We welcome actor and singer Rome Flynn to the family! We talk about the Season 2 premiere of the romantic dramedy “With Love” on Prime Video where he plays Santiago, an Afro-Cuban like himself. He’s been on a roll from starring in “How...

Known for his unmatched talent for impressions and razor-sharp comedic timing, my man, Aries Spears, stops by Top Billin’ bringing his A-game, giving us laughs from start to finish! We discuss needing to navigate the highs and lows of the comedy scene, sharing stories and insights that will have you rollin’! But it's not all about jokes — Spears delves into the challenges he's faced as a comedian...

This week on Top Billin’ I sit down with the legendary Roland Martin! He’s a renowned journalist, author, television personality, and my friend! We dive deep into some pressing issues within journalism, politics, race, and the state of our Nation! No topic is off-limits! And as always, in true Top Billin’ fashion, expect moments of laughter and camaraderie as we share personal stories and reflect...

This week on Top Billin’ I sit down with the hilarious Lil Rel — with his infectious energy and quick wit, he takes center stage, sharing stories from his journey as a stand-up comedian and actor. We dive into the world of comedy, discussing the art of crafting hilarious jokes, finding inspiration in everyday life, and navigating the ups and downs of the comedy industry. Whether you're a fan of Li...

Known for her unforgettable roles in hit TV shows like 'The Steve Harvey Show' and 'The Game,' we have the incredibly talented Wendy Raquel Robinson in the building! Her infectious energy and captivating stories set this episode off the chain! We take a deep dive into her journey in the entertainment industry, discussing the ups and downs, the memorable moments, and the lessons learned along the w...

Who gonna keep it realer than real?! None other than one of thee biggest names in sports media.... my good friend, Stephen. A. Smith! With his signature fiery personality and bold opinions, Stephen gives us an inside look at his journey to the top of the industry, sharing stories of the challenges he's faced and the lessons he's learned along the way! From his early days in Philly building his rel...

This episode is one to celebrate! My dear brotha and longtime friend is in the building! Celebrating over 30 years in the game… actor… writer… and for some of y’all.. poet.. thee legendary LARENZ TATE! We talk LOVE JONES, my first MILLION DOLLAR deal, the role he was originally casted for on POWER and so much more.. this is FAMILY! Tap in!-------Executive Producers for Breakbeat: Dave Mays & Brett...

This week, we are joined by actor and writer Sarunas Jackson! Many of you may know him as “Dro” from Issa Rae’s “Insecure” on HBO, or as “Isaac” on Hulu’s “Good Trouble”…and now you get to know him here, as himself, on Top Billin’ ! We discuss how being tall has both hurt and helped his career, explaining success in the entertainment to immigrant parents , the power of manifestation, and his role...

This week, we are joined by the hilarious actor, master IMPERSONATOR, writer, and Chicago native Godfrey! Most notably known for his role in Soul Plane and Americanish, Godfrey talks to us about how he got his start in comedy (6:00), the subtle and blatant microaggressions he experienced in college (10:00), the art and strategy behind impersonations (20:52), and how Nick Cannon helped birth many c...

“THE MAGIC TOUCH” IT’S A TOP BILLIN’ EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with a LEGENDARY athlete, multi-hyphenate serial-entrepreneur, and my good friend…THEE.... EARVIN "MAGIC" JOHNSON. If you know anything, it’s that MAGIC is back in the news making some BIG plays in the sports world.. AGAIN!!! And we’re talking BILLIES.. So it was only right to bring him in to learn what molded him into the ICON that he is TO...

NFL Super Bowl Champion Reggie Bush stopped by Top Billin’ to chop it up with ya boy! Now I know everyone remembers the Reggie Bush era when he went from dominating at USC right into the league. Nearly a decade later Reggie is still in the sports world as a sport analyst for Fox Sports and as we know the business of this industry has changed drastically.. we discuss the athleticism of Lamar Jackso...

Consistency is the name of the game. Today we are joined by Malik S., comedian, writer, and producer. He shares key moments in his career that have molded him into the dude he is today, from opening up for D.L. Hughley to building his relationship with Cedric The Entertainer, who he now writes with and acts alongside in the CBS TV sitcom, “The Neighborhood.” We unpack comedy show etiquette and HOW...

Now I’ve had a lot of conversations on Top Billin’… but this one might go down as a Top Billin’ classic… this week I am joined by NBA champion, entrepreneur, and podcast host Matt Barnes! We talk about his time navigating the league on and off the court, his top-rated show “All the Smoke,” special moments he’s shared with Kobe, Snoop, and Wiz Khalifa.. the HIGHS and the lows… from the challenges h...

This week on Top Billin’ I am joined by serial entrepreneur, legendary comedian, and scene stealer in the movie “How To Be A Player”...none other than J. Anthony Brown! We talk about his longevity in comedy and how he’s able to constantly reinvent himself. From opening the door for writers and comedians at his comedy club in Los Angeles, JSpot Comedy Club, to owning his own merchandise and hot sau...

This is by far one of my favorite conversations to date on Top Billin’… today I got to share stories with one of my best friends in the game…super comedian, writer, and actor…Deon Cole! I remember coming up and watching him on his “slow-cooked” grind; from performing on stages in Chi-town, joining the writer’s room for several late night talk shows, to sound stages and shows of his own! You’ve see...

I’m telling y’all now…representing the Bay, straight outta Vallejo, CA, LaRussell ain’t nothing to play with! This Bay Area monster is forging a path of his own and embodying the true spirit of what it means to be hip-hop. He’s shifting the culture not only in his hometown but working overtime to change the way fans and artists work together. As an artist, entrepreneur, and visionary he is not let...

Grammy AND Academy-Award winning singer and songwriter Tiara Thomas has got to be one of the coolest, most swaggiest chicks in the game… we welcomed her to TOP BILLIN’ to not only give her flowers but learn how her talent blossomed into the career we see today. Her versatility as a songwriter has placed her in many rooms… from being a major collaborator with H.E.R., with whom she won a Grammy, wor...

My brother, fellow New Jersey native TK Kirkland, is in the MFn building! We talk about his business dealings with Eazy E, going toe-to-toe with Jamie Foxx, and how one of his hustles from back in the day got him blackballed from Def Comedy Jam. Nevertheless, his mouthpiece floated him right to success! TK is one of a kind, his work ethic is top notch, and he’s a massive snuggler. This one will le...

This week I got the chance to sit down, laugh, and build with my brother, friend, and colleague, Chris Spencer, about his journey in the business. We talk about how the West was snubbed in the Grammy tribute to Hip-Hop, the birth of his faux-reality TV satire show “Real Husbands of Hollywood” starring Kevin Hart, and his upcoming theatrical directorial debut, “Back on the Strip,” premiering on Apr...

Actor! Model! Comedian! Writer! Artist!… and no, I’m not talking about me y’all… None other than multi-hyphenate creative Melvin Gregg is in the building! He walks us through his journey of being an internet sensation gaining over half a BILLION views in a month and collecting SIX FIGURE checks.. to walking away from it all to prioritize his mental health and lock in on his goal of being an actor....

New psychological thriller, FEAR, premieres in theaters tomorrow (01/27) and we are joined by the movie’s director, Deon Taylor, and star of the film, Joseph Sikora… aka “Tommy” from 50 Cent’s POWER Universe. These guys are on to something heavy! Deon’s ability to capture emotion in the myriad of independent projects that he’s produced is incredible, and FEAR is no different. We dive into his film...

Ladies and gentlemen we’ve cooked up another special episode for you…And this time it’s none other than the amazingly talented Grammy award-winning songwriter, singer, and producer, Eric Bellinger of All Wins Ent.! Eric takes us to the beginning of his journey right here in Los Angeles where he dominated on the football field earning a scholarship to USC, and how he pivoted into a career in music...

On this week’s episode of Top Billin’ we have Grammy-award winning director and filmmaker, Calmatic in the building! A native of South Central Los Angeles who has flipped his talents into becoming one of the greatest minds you should know! Having directed music videos for some of your favorite artists like Lil Nas X, Kendrick Lamar, Anderson .Paak, just to name a few to producing not one…but TWO S...

Alright y’all we got a musical powerhouse in the building! None other than Musiq Soulchild and we sit to talk about how his talent discovered him at a young age and his evolution as an artist having to encounter OG’s in the game, mental health challenges, and more. He also drops a Top Billin’ exclusive on us about his latest work of art in collaboration with one of the hottest producers in the gam...