Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max

Thank you to actor Juan Fernández for coming on my show for an interview! Juan discussed his life story, starting out in the industry as a model, and studying acting with Jason Beghe. He talked about his role as the collector in The Collector, teaching acting courses in Italy, and working with Charles Bronson in Kinjite: Forbidden Subjects. Juan also spoke about writing his own independent films, why the arts industry is suffering, and his role in Salvador. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Westport, CT's own actor and musician Ari Lehman for coming on my show for an interview! Ari discussed getting the role as the first Jason Voorhees in Friday the 13th, the prosthetic process by Tom Savini, and Betsy Palmer taking him under her wing. He talked about his band First Jason, signing to CDN Records, and working for Prince twice. Ari also spoke about the upcoming Crystal Lake series on Peacock, his role in The Barn series, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Los Angeles' own R&B artist Jazmyne Fountain for coming on my show for an interview. Jazmyne discussed her new single Old News, performing on Dancing with the Stars, and doing the makeup for Chris Brown's Hmmm music video. She talked about the current state of Hollywood, what it takes to be a household name in this day and age, and her videos on TikTok going viral. Jazmyne also spoke about her upcoming re-release of her Christmas song, working on a Halloween EP for next year, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Mak Ralston aka "Haunt Former" for returning to my show for a new interview! Mak talked about Spirit Halloween's 2026 surprise props, why Obsession is movie of the year, and his new Second Anthology book. He discussed his experience at Halloween Horror Nights 2026, his bucket list of haunted places to visit, and participating in a local Florida haunt as a scare actor. He also got into the decline of physical media in stores, wanting Universal Monsters animatronics to be created, and more. Stay tuned!

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Shoutout to Long Island's own fashion designer David Simon for coming on my show for an interview! David discussed starting Natural Born clothing brand, studying the business market, and coaching high school basketball. He talked about wanting to create his own basketball league, the sweatsuits that he created years ago, and his upcoming merch releasing this Thanksgiving. David also spoke about wanting to style Fabolous, what he wants to learn from Dapper Dan, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to film director Dwight H. Little for coming on my show for an interview! Dwight discussed his book Still Rolling: Inside the Hollywood Dream Factory, stories on the set of Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers, and working with Alan B. McElroy. He talked about working with Robert Englund on The Phantom of the Opera 1989, Steven Seagal fighting for him to direct Marked For Death, and his experience with Wesley Snipes on Murder of 1600. Dwight also spoke about Natty Knocks, his X-Files episode, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to actress Eileen Dietz for coming on my show for an interview! Eileen discussed her book Exorcising My Demons: An Actresses Journey to the Exorcist and Beyond, falling in love with acting when she saw Peter Pan on Broadway, and playing both Pazuzu and the possessed Regan in The Exorcist. She talked about the levitation scene, being friends with Anthony Perkins, and working with Roddy McDowall in the Planet of the Apes TV show. She also spoke about her upcoming work, Linda Blair refusing to do panels and conventions with her, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Ira From Staten Island for calling into my show to discuss the New York Jets' 1-3 start to the 2026-'27 season. We also talked about why Aaron Glenn isn't the future head coach for this team, why they need to hire Mike Tomlin, and the offensive line being a major disappointment. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Hollywood and cinema royalty Ron Chaney for coming on my show for an interview! Ron discussed his great grandfather Lon Chaney Sr.'s roles in The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Phantom of the Opera, the rumors of him playing Dracula before he passed away, and his family opening up the first schools for the death and blind. He talked about his grandfather Lon Chaney Jr.'s iconic portrayal of The Wolf Man, stories he told him about working with Abbott & Costello, and the goal of finishing his book A Century of Chaney's. Ron also...

Thank you to the CEO and founder of Trick Or Treat Studios Chris Zephro for coming on my show for an interview! Chris discussed the upcoming products and Hellraiser masks that Trick Or Treat Studios will be releasing soon. He talked about launching Trick Or Treat Studios during the recession, his father being in the distribution business with Paramount Pictures, and the trials and tribulations of licensing. Chris also spoke about wearing the original Michael Myers mask from John Carpenter's Halloween 1978, the process of how the masks are made, and how he prepares to send merchandise to retailers for...

Big thank you to Grammy Award winning Hip-Hop artist and lyricist Rapsody for coming on my show for an interview! Rapsody discussed her new album God Gotta Afro & Gold Hoops, her lyric of being politically correct for too long, and calling out platforms such as Vlad and Adam22. She talked about her first feature with Big Daddy Kane, the last time she spoke to Mac Miller, and reaching out to Eminem. Rapsody also spoke about her trip to South Africa, winning a Grammy Award, and her upcoming performances. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Los Angeles' own award winning director and producer Susie Singer-Carter for coming on my show for an interview! Susie discussed her new documentary No Country for Old People, ROAR 4 LTC's nationwide event on September 27, and the mistreatment the elderly endure in nursing homes. She talked about her late mother Norma Holzer Pecora, raising awareness about the corruption within foundation for cause groups, and the issues within our healthcare system. Susie also spoke about her upcoming projects, starting out as a journalist, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Los Angeles' own Chris O'Bannon and Feefa for coming on my show for an interview! Chris and Feefa discussed their new album Los Angeles, their upcoming Nike event, and the story of when they first collaborated. Chris spoke about being mentored by west coast Hip-Hop legend Warren G, majoring in audio engineering, and producing for Kalan.FrFr. Feefa also spoke about the cassette tapes his mother had him memorize when he was younger, performing at a World Cup event in Los Angeles, and bringing cultures together. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to author, actress, journalist, host, and lifestyle genie Samantha Bessudo Drucker for returning to the show! Samantha talked about her new web series show 90 Day Love Train, her book 90 Days to Husband No. 2 that has released in Spanish, and her passion for producing. She also discussed her new lip gloss products, her pilot that is in the works, and the future of dating. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Chicago's own Canon for coming on my show for an interview! Canon discussed his upcoming Loose Canon Vol. 4 release, the tough times he went through during the pandemic, and taking boxing classes. He talked about being a big brother to Aaron Cole, RMG being a family, and what we can expect from his upcoming project. Canon also spoke about relocating to Phoenix, meeting Derek Minor at Bible School in Memphis, and more. Stay tuned!

Canon's Loose Canon Vol. 4 is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/loose-canon-vol-4/6776348855.

Thank you to Atlanta's own Derez De'Shon for coming on my show for an interview! Derez discussed his new album I'm Not Ok But..., his time with Birdman, and meeting Master P. He talked about creating Southside God, what he learned while facing himself during his hiatus, and watching Lil Wayne in the studio. Derez also spoke about wanting to work with Drake, his cooking book that he has on the way, and more. Stay tuned!

Derez De'Shon's new album I'm Not OK But... is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us...

Thank you to Dallas, Texas' own Devy Stonez for coming on my show for an interview! Devy Stonez discussed his new MOTION EP, his Pop Out collaboration with Neaux ID, and why he took a 3 year hiatus from music. He talked about his independent tour, his time in Virginia, and his BluPrint store in Dallas. Devy also spoke about the followings he has in Japan, Turkey, and Italy. Stay tuned!

Devy Stonez's new MOTION EP is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/motion-ep/6778837940.

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Thank you to Brooklyn and Philly's own RJ Payne for coming on my show for an interview! RJ Payne talked about his new MY PREDICTION IS PAYNE EP, his horror movie fandom, and receiving a co-sign from Dr. Dre. He discussed why he took 5 years off from music, auditioning for Diddy's Making the Band, and separating himself from battle rap. RJ also spoke about his upcoming projects dropping every month, Eminem co-signing him, and more. Stay tuned!

RJ Payne's new MY PREDICTION IS PAYNE EP is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com...

Shoutout to South Central Los Angeles' own Bale for coming on my show for an interview! Bale discussed his new album Stay Faithful, his long journey in the music industry, and going on tour with ScHoolboy Q. He talked about working with Kalan.FrFr, wanting to write and direct movies, and playing football in college. Bale also spoke about his upcoming performances, wanting to collaborate with G Herbo, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to South Carolina and Indianapolis' own midwxst for coming on my show for an interview! midwxst discussed his new album SOLITUDE IN SILENCE, cutting off unhealthy relationships, and the message behind his song YOUR SOUL. He talked about being in the studio with Kanye West's Sunday Service choir, why it took until 223's for his city to embrace him, and attending St. John's International School in Belgium. midwxst also spoke about his upcoming tour, signing to Rebellion Records, and more. Stay tuned!

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Big thank you to Hip-Hop legend and Wu-Tang Clan's own Inspectah Deck for coming on my show for an interview! Inspectah Deck talked about his new album Dragon's Breath, Wu-Tang Clan being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and his recording session with Big Pun for Tres Leches (Triboro Trilogy). He broke down the messages on the new album, the features, and The Final Chamber Tour. Inspectah Deck also spoke about the upcoming Czarface album, the impact of losing Ol' Dirty Bastard on the group, and more. Stay tuned!

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Shoutout to Florida's own lyricist Rap God X for coming on my show for an interview! Rap God X discussed his new Power Moves EP, working with Kid Vishis, and the important advice City the Great has given him. He talked about getting his start in Broward County, opening for Freeway, and Royce da 5'9" giving him a co-sign. Rap God X also spoke about his upcoming performances, how he got connected to the Alien Gang collective, and more. Stay tuned!

Rap God X's new Power Moves EP is available on Bandcamp: https://rapgodx.bandcamp.com/album...

Thank you to Killeen, Texas' own Spark Dawg for coming on my show for an interview! Spark Dawg discussed his new album The Hood Dentist, being a jeweler, and designing grillz for celebrities. He talked about being signed to Drumma Boy's Drum Squad Records, his time signed to Scarface, and working with Sauce Walka. Spark Dawg also spoke about his upcoming performances, wanting to work with Drake and Future, and more. Stay tuned!

Spark Dawg's new album The Hood Dentist is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-hood-dentist/6782959452.

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Shoutout to Detroit's own Drew Verdé for coming on my show for an interview! Drew discussed his new Dead Roses and Dollar Bills EP, his life story, and his bond with Jake Bass. He talked about dealing with social anxiety, being inspired by Eminem, and having trust issues due to past experiences. Drew also spoke about the double meaning of his logo, his upcoming releases, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Cameroon, Germany, and the DMV's own Yan Dollar for coming on my show for an interview! Yan discussed his song Blessed, his throat surgery recovery, and his life altering migration to the U.S.. He talked about his collaborations with Big Hookz, his label OMG Entertainment, and his journey as a producer. Yan also spoke about finding his sound, his storytelling records such as Over, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Philadelphia's own Mic King for coming on my show for an interview! Mic King discussed his new project Hallelujah, working with Rakim, and his collaboration with Ghostface Killah. He talked about Scott Storch producing his record Black Mirror, his early rap battles, and time at Howard University. He also spoke about his company iPullRank, attending Jay-Z's The Blueprint show at Yankee Stadium, and more. Stay tuned!

Mic King's new single Hallelujah is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/hallelujah-single/6777157570.

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Thank you to New Jersey's own R&B, Pop, and Latin singer Suzi for coming on my show for an interview! Suzi discussed the story of her first song ever released Nobody's Better with Fetty Wap, being apart of Fetty Wap's coming home tour, and the progress on her upcoming album. She discussed what she has learned from working with Jim Jones in the studio, her studio session with Tory Lanez for her song Special 4 U, and her independent label Indigo City Productions. Suzi also spoke about wanting to work with Chris Brown, her All My Love (The Remix...

Shoutout to Jacksonville, Florida's own Gavin the Hotrod for coming on my show for an interview! Gavin talked about his new album AND THERE YOU HAVE IT, his faith journey, and collaborating with Derek Minor. He spoke about his freestyles, being on APOLLO, and his live performance ideas that he is working on. Gavin also spoke about dropping more singles soon, his humble beginnings, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Ira From Staten Island for calling into my show to discuss the New York Jets' 2026 training camp and offseason. We also talked about Geno Smith's off the field headlines, the improved roster, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to entrepreneur, content creator, and actor Sly Huncho for coming on my show for an interview! Sly talked about his Spiceball Blaster grooming product, being homeless, and enlisting in the army. He talked about his journey as a barber starting as an apprentice, his role as the barber on BET's Zatima, and upcoming hair products. He also spoke about the book that he is working on, wanting to give Drake a haircut, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to Hip-Hop legend Black C of RBL Posse for coming on my show for an interview! Black C discussed the most important lesson he learned being in the music industry, getting samples cleared for A Lesson To Be Learned, and forming RBL Posse. He talked about why San Francisco doesn't get mentioned in Hip-Hop discussions as much, working with Keak Da Sneak, and his most memorable performance with Mac Dre. Black C also spoke about his new autobiography book, his upcoming documentary for RBL Posse, and his relationship with Larry June. Stay tuned!

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Big thank you to Hip-Hop legend Layzie Bone for coming on my show for an interview! Layzie Bone discussed his new album D.a.S.H., Bone Thugs-n-Harmony receiving their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the upcoming Bone Thugs biopic. He talked about what he learned from his mentor Eazy-E, when he heard The Notorious B.I.G.'s verse on Notorious Thugs, and what he feels the group still has to prove. Layzie also spoke about his poetry book, working on independent films, and Bone Thugs-n-Harmony going on tour with Wu-Tang Clan at the end...

Thank you to Richmond, Virginia's own Fly Anakin for returning to my show for an interview! Fly Anakin talked about his new album (The) Forever Dream: Night Shift, getting back to making music that he likes to make, and working with music producer Quelle Chris. He discussed his upcoming Brooklyn performance, not being able to meet D'Angelo before he passed away, and his new album dropping soon. He also spoke about the current state of the music scene, fighting A.I. & the algorithm, and more. Stay tuned!

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Shoutout to Hip-Hop producer Amadeus360 for coming on my show for an interview! Amadeus talked about his new album Guardians of the Boom Bap 2, his first time recording with M.O.P., and collaborating with Devine Carama. He also spoke about getting a co-sign from Pete Rock, paying homage to Big L & A Tribe Called Quest on this album's production, and why lyricists are utilizing super heroes & Star Wars in their raps. Stay tuned!

Amadeus360 and Devine Carama's new album Guardians of the Boom Bap 2 is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com...

Thank you to Detroit and Oklahoma's own Parris Chariz for coming on my show for an interview! Parris discussed his new album THE WORLD IS WATCHING, his deal with RMG, and Say Dat Pod with Derek Minor. He talked about his near fatal illness that occurred back in 2023, writing himself out of dark times, and wanting to open up a food truck with his mother. Parris also spoke about his upcoming performances, wanting to act, and more. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to CT and NYC's own actress, writer, director, producer, and editor Breton Tyner-Bryan for coming on my show for an interview! Breton discussed her new film Rhythm or Smooth, teaching ballet at Fordham, and her upcoming 5 book deal. She also spoke about being in Manifest, Gospel Girls, and what she has on the way. Stay tuned!

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Thank you to CEO and founder of Factory Holdings Keenan Beasley for coming on my show for an interview! Keenan discussed the problems Factory Holdings solves, why BLKBOX didn't have the perfect structure in year 5, and working with Jaylen Brown. He talked about how creators and athletes can turn their audience into ownership. Keenan also spoke about his meeting with Symba, culture being upstream from commerce, and more. Stay tuned!

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Shoutout to South Carolina's own artist Big Mama German for coming on my show for an interview! Big Mama German discussed her new single Slay releasing on July 21st, opening for CupcakKe, and wanting to work with Cher. She also spoke about her upcoming performances, wanting to sign a major deal, and the real life experiences she wrote in her song Rainy Days. Stay tuned!

Big Mama German's music is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/big-mama-german/1574251232.

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Thank you to Hip-Hop legend B-Legit for coming on my show for an interview! B-Legit talked about his sophomore album The Hemp Museum turning 30 this year, attending Grambling State University, and when he knew him and E-40 had something special with music. He discussed collaborating with 2Pac on Ain't Hard 2 Find, working with Bushwick Bill, and starting the independent movement in Hip-Hop. B-Legit also spoke about a biopic for The Click, Hemp Hop, Vol. 2 that is releasing soon, and more. Stay tuned!

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Shoutout to Brooklyn emcee City the Great for returning to the show for an interview! City discussed his upcoming project The Great Reset, working with producer Nailz Beatz, and being mentored by Special Ed. He talked about his bond with Kool Rock Ski, talking to Nas on the phone, and his entertainment company Certified Nation Entertainment. City also spoke about working with DMC, almost signing to Loud Records back in the day, and the path to follow to be a successful independent artist. Stay tuned!

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