Conversate with Killer Mike

Could Donald Trump refuse to leave office in 2028? Are Democrats doing enough for Black voters? And what happens when artificial intelligence begins replacing American workers?

On this episode of Conversate with Killer Mike, Killer Mike sits down with Florida State Representative and U.S. Senate candidate Angie Nixon for a conversation about political power, economic inequality, voting rights, and the future of working class America.

Nixon shares her journey from growing up in Jacksonville's Moncrief neighborhood to becoming a community organizer, business owner, and political leader. She opens up about the personal experiences that shaped...

Is America's political system broken, or is it working exactly as it was designed? And why do billionaires keep getting richer while working Americans struggle to get ahead?

Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation and presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg sits down with Killer Mike and Courtney "Bear" Sills for an unfiltered conversation about Donald Trump, the Democratic Party, billionaire wealth, Black voting power, and the future of American democracy.

With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, Killer Mike challenges Buttigieg on the divisions within the Democratic Party, why Democrats haven't invested more in the South, and whether...

Who really controls your vote in Georgia? And why does the Secretary of State have so much power over elections, businesses, and economic opportunity?

Killer Mike sits down with Judge Penny Brown Reynolds, a former Fulton County judge, civil rights attorney, professor, and Democratic candidate for Georgia Secretary of State in the 2026 election.

Joined by Cutmaster Swiff and Bear, Killer Mike gets into a powerful conversation about voting rights, political accountability, economic empowerment, and the responsibilities of an office that affects millions of Georgians.

Judge Penny shares how working alongside legendary civil rights...

Should billionaires pay more taxes, or is America punishing the very people creating its wealth? On this episode of Conversate with Killer Mike, Killer Mike sits down with Congressman Ro Khanna for a candid conversation about billionaire taxes, political influence, economic inequality, and the future of wealth in America. At the center of the discussion is California's proposed one time 5% billionaire tax, a controversial measure intended to help protect healthcare funding for millions of Californians. Khanna explains why he supports the proposal, challenges Governor Gavin Newsom's opposition, and questions the influence of billionaire donors on the Democratic Party. But...

What if the politicians making the biggest decisions about your everyday life are the ones you've never heard of? On Episode 68 of Conversate, Killer Mike, Bear, and Cutmaster Swiff sit down with Dr. Keisha Buchanan, mental health professional and Democratic nominee for Henry County Commissioner, District 3, for an important conversation about local politics, community development, mental health, and the power of your vote. As Henry County, Georgia, experiences rapid growth, residents are facing rising property taxes, traffic congestion, infrastructure challenges, and questions about the future of their communities. Dr. Buchanan explains how her frustration with these issues inspired her...

Who protects everyday Georgians when corporations, politicians, and powerful interests put profits ahead of people? Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear sit down with Tanya Miller, the Democratic nominee for Georgia Attorney General, for an unfiltered conversation about justice, political accountability, corporate greed, and what's at stake in Georgia's 2026 elections. A former prosecutor, civil rights attorney, and Georgia State Representative, Miller shares how growing up in a working class union household shaped her commitment to fighting for everyday people. She explains why the Attorney General's office is one of the most powerful positions on the ballot and how its...

Killer Mike sits down with Senator Bernie Sanders for a powerful conversation about billionaires, Donald Trump, the Democratic Party, voting rights, artificial intelligence, and the future of working class America. Longtime friends and political allies, Killer Mike and Bernie Sanders reunite on Conversate with Killer Mike for an honest discussion about the growing divide between the wealthy and everyday Americans, the influence of money in politics, and what it will take to build a government that works for everyone. Bernie doesn't hold back. He challenges the Democratic Party to stand with working families instead of wealthy donors, warns about...

Who really holds the power in Atlanta, and are the people who built this city benefiting from its success? On this episode of Conversate with Killer Mike, Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear sit down with Rohit Malhotra, founder of the Center for Civic Innovation and candidate for Fulton County Commissioner, District 4, for a candid conversation about Atlanta politics, economic inequality, public safety, and the future of local government. Rohit shares his journey as the son of Indian immigrants, growing up in a working class family, watching his parents struggle financially, and discovering how public policy shapes people's lives...

What happens when Georgia loses its farms, its farmland and its ability to feed itself?

Killer Mike and Cutmaster Swiff sit down with Katherine E. Juhan-Arnold, farmer, founder and Democratic candidate for Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture, for a conversation about an office most voters may overlook but one that touches everything from the food on your table to the price you pay at the grocery store.

Katherine explains how losing her job led her back to the lessons her grandmother taught her about growing food and eventually to building Baby Katie’s Farm and Kitchen. Sh...

Keisha Lance Bottoms comes home to Atlanta’s West Side for a conversation with Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear at Bankhead Seafood. The former Atlanta mayor and Democratic nominee for Governor of Georgia sits down in the neighborhood that helped raise her to talk about why she wants to lead the state, what she learned as mayor, and why she believes Georgia voters should feel a real difference based on who holds office. Nothing is off the table. Bottoms discusses Medicaid expansion and hospital closures, affordable housing and protecting legacy residents, responsible gun ownership, education, childcare, small businesses, ma...

The comments are open, and Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear are answering back.

Following Killer’s conversation with Senator Jon Ossoff, the crew sits down to respond directly to what viewers had to say. Nothing is off limits as they get into healthcare and the cost of medicine, America’s relationship with Israel, reparations, the prison system, Georgia politics, down ballot voting, and some of the criticism aimed directly at Killer.

Killer also talks about why he continues to support Ossoff and Senator Raphael Warnock, where he agrees with the audience’s criticism, and even o...

This week on Conversate with Killer Mike, the comments take over.

Killer Mike and Bear sit down with your questions, criticism, suggestions, and a little bit of smoke from the comment section. Nothing is off limits as Mike responds to viewers challenging his takes and pushes the conversation even further.

The discussion moves from Black business ownership and the realities of keeping a business alive to why Mike continues to advocate for trade schools and skilled labor as a path to ownership and financial independence. He explains why supporting Black owned businesses can matter even...

Bear and Ashley are back for a special episode of Conversate with Bear, diving deeper into Atlanta’s cycling community with Jay Reid, founder of Dope Pedalers. What started with six Walmart bikes and a few friends riding the Atlanta Beltline grew into hundreds of cyclists showing up every Tuesday and a movement that has reached far beyond Atlanta. Jay Reid takes Bear and Ashley back to the beginning of Dope Pedalers, from discovering cycling and getting dropped on his first rides to building a community that welcomes beginners, serious road cyclists, fixed gear riders, and everybody in between. He...

Is America becoming an oligarchy? Senator Jon Ossoff’s answer is clear: “Unquestionably.” Killer Mike sits down with U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff at the SWAG Shop in Atlanta for a candid discussion about money, power, corruption, health care, and an election that could help determine the political future of Georgia and the country. Ossoff breaks down how billionaire and corporate money influence American politics, why Citizens United helped fuel public distrust, and why he believes working class Americans have far more power than they realize if they actually use it. Nothing is off the table. Killer Mike and Ossoff...

OMB Peezy sits down with Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear for an honest conversation about growth, fatherhood, independence, protecting your peace, and learning when it is time to save yourself.

With his deeply personal project Save Yourself marking a new chapter in his life and career, Peezy opens up about growing up between Mobile and Sacramento, his complicated relationship with his father, becoming the kind of father he wants to be, and the lessons that came from getting shot, facing legal trouble, and watching people disappear when life got difficult.

The conversation goes deeper...

What does it actually take to build a superstar?Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Courtney “Bear” Sills sit down with legendary music executive Al Branch for a conversation about the business, relationships, and infrastructure behind some of the biggest careers in hip hop.Al takes the crew inside his journey from an unpaid internship to becoming General Manager of Roc A Fella Records at just 22 years old. He shares what it was like helping build Roc A Fella alongside Jay Z, Dame Dash, and Kareem “Biggs” Burke, and why the team surrounding an artist can be just as important as the a...

Bear continues his journey into Atlanta’s cycling community with a conversation about history, representation, service, and the power of finding your people on two wheels. With Ashley joining Bear for the ride, this episode of Conversate with Bear welcomes Eufemia Cabrera Esq. and Donovan Clarke from the Metro Atlanta Cycling Club, better known as MACC. Eufemia and Donovan share their cycling journeys and explore the organization’s 40 year history, its impact on Atlanta, and the community that has grown around it. From first rides and getting dropped by the pack to racing, recovery, and learning that every experienced cycl...

BLXST pulls up to the Garage for a real conversation with Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear about love, fatherhood, vulnerability, independence, and what it takes to make music with soul. BLXST opens up about growing up in South Central Los Angeles as the only boy surrounded by three older sisters, moving away from his mother as a teenager, finding creativity through isolation, and eventually rebuilding the bond with his mother that they missed during those formative years. He also talks about his relationship with his father, raising two sons of his own, and why showing up every day...

Tezlyn Figaro returns to Conversate with Killer Mike, and she is not holding back. Tezlyn joins Killer Mike and Cutmaster Swiff to challenge Brandon Tatum to a debate, break down the Nolan Wells case and Ben Crump’s role, and have an unfiltered conversation about Black politics, media, organizing, accountability, and who is actually willing to do the work.

Tezlyn explains why she believes the conversation surrounding Nolan Wells has to move beyond social media commentary and toward understanding the legal and political systems that determine what happens next. She and Killer Mike discuss civil litigation, criminal pr...

In this special episode of Conversate, Bear takes the lead for a conversation about cycling, community, discipline, and the people who helped shape his own journey on two wheels. He sits down with the leadership of the Bonafide Riders Cycle Club to talk about how the Atlanta cycling club grew from just five riders in 2019 into a community built around consistency, safety, accountability, and pushing each other to get better. Bear shares his own journey, from getting humbled on his first Bonafide ride to completing a 100 mile century ride in honor of his mother. The conversation explores the mental...

Political strategist and commentator Tezlyn Figaro joins Killer Mike for the first time on Conversate for a fiery conversation about Black leadership, political power, accountability, and what it means to stand on principle even when your own community pushes back. Killer Mike and Tezlyn get into the controversy surrounding Invest Fest and Earn Your Leisure, including why Mike pushed for reconciliation while Tezlyn believes some lines have to be drawn. Tezlyn also responds to Brandon Tatum, challenges him to address the facts surrounding the Nolan Wells case, and explains why she believes there are times when taking the high...

What does economic freedom actually look like?

Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff and Moetown Lee sit down with Abdur-Rahim Shaheed, co-founder and CEO of True Products and True Detergent, for a conversation about Black entrepreneurship, ownership, community and the power of circulating the Black dollar.

Shaheed traces his entrepreneurial mindset back to growing up in Anniston, Alabama, where Black owned businesses were part of the fabric of the community. After serving in the U.S. military during the Vietnam era, he returned home, saved his money, bought a used postal truck and started selling clothes and...

Moetown Lee addresses the controversy surrounding his comments about Toast on Lenox, the Atlanta restaurant owner photographed with gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson, and the backlash that followed.Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, Bear, and Moetown break down what was actually said, what people assumed, and whether political criticism can unintentionally hurt Black owned businesses. Moetown explains that he never called for a boycott or wanted the restaurant to suffer, but stands behind his warning about politicians using businesses and community figures during campaign season.The conversation expands into support for Keisha Lance Bottoms, Black voter participation, immigration, healthcare, education, criminal...

Governor Wes Moore joins Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Moetown Lee for a wide ranging conversation on leadership, education, economic opportunity, criminal justice, and the future of America. From growing up in the Bronx and attending military school to becoming the first Black governor in Maryland's history, Governor Moore shares the experiences that shaped his approach to public service and why he believes opportunity is the strongest tool for creating safer communities. Killer Mike challenges Governor Moore on everything from policing and youth intervention to entrepreneurship, Black wealth, rap lyrics being used in court, and the role government should...

Hip hop, culture, politics, and real life collide in another unfiltered episode of Conversate with Killer Mike. Killer Mike, Moetown Lee, and Cutmaster Swiff debate whether hip hop has lost what made it special, why albums no longer have time to become classics, and the lasting influence of OutKast, Wu Tang Clan, Dungeon Family, Three 6 Mafia, and Atlanta's music scene. The conversation then turns to listener questions, including the mysterious death of Nolan Wales, protecting Black youth, Dr. Carl Hart's views on drug policy, criminal justice, and whether adults should have the freedom to choose what they put into...

Cutmaster Swiff is back at the table, and Killer Mike and Bear waste no time welcoming him home the only way they know how: by roasting him. Swiff returns from tour with stories about life on the road, watching Big Boi command thousands of fans, altitude sickness in Colorado, emotional support animals backstage, and why veteran artists still feel the need to prove themselves every time they step on stage. The conversation quickly turns to the state of music and creativity. Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear debate whether artists are waiting too long to release music, why older...

Columbia University neuroscientist, psychologist, and bestselling author Dr. Carl Hart joins Killer Mike, Bear, and Moetown Lee for a conversation that challenges assumptions and encourages critical thinking. Drawing from more than three decades of research, Dr. Hart discusses the relationship between science, public policy, personal freedom, and the way society forms opinions about some of today's most debated issues.

Killer Mike reflects on growing up in Atlanta during the height of the War on Drugs, sharing personal stories about family, addiction, and the experiences that shaped his perspective. Together, the group explores how history, race, education, media...

Tamika Younger joins Killer Mike, Bear, and Moetown Lee for a wide ranging conversation that explores Atlanta's evolution, Michael Jackson's enduring legacy, fatherhood, family, and the moments that shape who we become. From growing up in Harlem versus Atlanta to unforgettable graduation stories and the lasting impact of the 1996 Olympics, the crew reflects on how cities, communities, and families influence opportunity, identity, and success. The conversation dives into why Atlanta has become a cultural capital for Black America, what the upcoming FIFA World Cup could mean for the city, and how economic growth has transformed neighborhoods over the last...

What do outlaw country music, working class America, faith, family, and forgotten history have in common?

Singer, songwriter, and SiriusXM Outlaw Country host Elizabeth Cook joins Killer Mike, Bear, and Moetown Lee for a wide ranging conversation about growing up in rural Florida, building a career outside Nashville's system, and telling stories that history often overlooks. Elizabeth shares the inspiration behind her new album Great Television and the story of the women who died in the 1971 Thiokol plant explosion in Woodbine, Georgia, a tragedy that changed countless lives but remains largely unknown today.

The conversation...

What happens when Killer Mike reads the comments? This week, Killer Mike, Bear, Moetown Lee, and producer Ashley Weaver sit down with no guest and turn the spotlight on the audience. From accusations of hypocrisy and debates over "no snitching" to politics, religion, relationships, Atlanta culture, and conspiracy theories, nothing is off limits. Mike responds directly to critics, breaks down his views on leadership and accountability, and shares the lessons that shaped him from childhood to entrepreneurship. The conversation takes unexpected turns through cults, faith, dating, ambition, alien theories, community building, and the difference between social media perception and...

What happens when Black boys grow up without consistent mentorship, guidance, and community support? Killer Mike, Bear, and Moetown Lee sit down with Gary Davis, founder of Next Level Boys Academy, for a powerful conversation about fatherhood, mentorship, education, and the future of young Black men. From the challenges facing today's youth to the impact of absent fathers, the crew explores how communities can create real change instead of simply reacting to the problems. Gary shares the incredible story behind Next Level Boys Academy, a program that has mentored thousands of young men across Metro Atlanta while helping divert...

Killer Mike, Bear, and Moetown Lee welcome former Georgia State Senator and gubernatorial candidate Jason Esteves for a conversation about politics, power, and the future of Georgia. Mike opens the episode by addressing criticism surrounding his political involvement and explains why he believes real change happens through local organizing, community engagement, and showing up beyond social media. The crew discusses voting, political accountability, the role of public figures in civic life, and why so many working class Americans feel disconnected from the political process. Jason reflects on his campaign for governor, his decision to unite behind Keisha Lance Bottoms...

Atlanta has a new voice, and he is reporting straight from the streets. This week, Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear sit down with Hood Anchor Ye, the independent journalist who has built one of the city's fastest growing news platforms by showing up where traditional media often doesn't. From crime scenes and community stories to politics, youth programs, and the future of local journalism, Ye explains how a single viral video turned into a movement trusted by thousands of Atlantans. The conversation dives into Atlanta's reputation, the rise of independent media, First Amendment rights, community responsibility, and why...

In this episode of Conversate with Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Ashley sit down with Bear, a behind the scenes force who helped shape Atlanta’s music industry from the ground up. From cutting hair in local barbershops to working alongside icons like OutKast, Bad Boy, and some of the biggest names in hip hop, Bear’s story is a masterclass in relationships, timing, and staying solid in a business that rarely rewards it. Bear breaks down how the barbershop became a gateway into the industry, why integrity and character matter more than talent, and what it really took to b...

Killer Mike, Bear, and Cutmaster Swiff sit down with Mr. Mixx, the architect behind the Miami bass sound and a founding force of 2 Live Crew, for one of the most important conversations about Southern hip hop you will hear. Mr. Mixx breaks down how a kid from California went from the military to building a sound that would define Miami and influence the entire South. He explains how the 808 became the foundation of bass music, how early hip hop wasn’t being archived, and why Miami’s role in shaping the culture has been overlooked for decades. From learning to D...

Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear sit down with Atlanta legend Devyne Stephens for a deep conversation on the real foundation of the city’s music culture. From skating rinks and dance crews to talent shows that shaped the sound, Devyne breaks down how Atlanta built its identity long before the industry ever paid attention.

Devyne shares stories from growing up in the projects, navigating street life, and making the decision to choose purpose over destruction. He opens up about discovering Akon, working with artists like Usher and Bobby Brown, and even helping shape the early style an...

In this episode of Conversate with Killer Mike, Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear sit down with Atlanta farmer and food systems advocate tenisio seanima to break down the real power of land, food, and independence. tenisio shares his journey from radio DJ to leading urban agriculture in Atlanta, and why farming is one of the most powerful forms of activism in the Black community. The conversation moves from food deserts and “greenwashing” to soil health, generational knowledge, and how controlling what you eat connects directly to longevity and economic freedom. They get into practical game too. Intermittent fasting, groc...

Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear sit down with Atlanta’s own Art Powell, an anti violence specialist, life skills coach, and CEO of Egret Consultants whose work is rooted in lived experience. After spending time incarcerated, Art has dedicated his life to helping young men avoid the same path, focusing on accountability, discipline, and real change in the community.

The conversation goes deep into prison, personal transformation, and what it really takes to break cycles of violence. Art speaks on training the mind and body, choosing growth over excuses, and why suffering on pu...

Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear sit down for a wide open conversation that moves through Atlanta culture, real life consequences, and the way things are shifting right now. They get into what is happening in the city, including the recent 404 Day shooting, and use it as a starting point to talk about accountability, safety, and what it means to move with awareness in today’s world. The conversation does not stay surface level. Mike speaks on responsibility, community, and how quickly things can change when people are not thinking. Swiff and Bear bring their own perspectives as the di...

Killer Mike and Bear sit down with Mickey Schuch, founder of Carry Trainer, for a conversation that goes far beyond firearms. Known for his work in self defense and personal protection, Mickey has built a national platform focused on mindset, awareness, and the responsibility that comes with carrying and protecting yourself in the real world. This episode moves past surface level gun talk and gets into decision making under pressure, accountability, and what it actually means to be prepared. Mickey breaks down how most people misunderstand protection, why mindset matters more than mechanics, and how everyday choices can have...