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Check in and Conversate with Killer Mike and friends every week as they discuss life, Atlanta hip-hop culture, cars, business, books, and whatever else comes up. No script, just unfiltered, hilarious, and thought provoking life experiences and game from his highly opinionated cast, crew and surprise co-hosts!

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    The Untold Story of 2 Live Crew ft. Mr. Mixx | Conversate with Killer Mike ep. 44

    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 DJ in the barracks to pressing records independently and moving crowds with raw energy, this is the real origin story of a movement. The episode goes deep into the rise of 2 Live Crew, their relationship with Luther Campbell, and the internal dynamics that shaped the group. Mr. Mixx speaks candidly about producing nearly all of their records, the business decisions that caused tension, and how the group navigated fame, controversy, and industry politics. They also revisit the First Amendment battles that changed music forever and exposed the hypocrisy in how America treats art, censorship, and Black expression. Mike connects the dots between Miami, Atlanta, New York, and the West Coast, highlighting how regional sounds collided to create modern hip hop. The conversation also dives into performance energy, the rush of live shows, and the spiritual exchange between artist and crowd . Mr. Mixx closes with a hard truth about today’s music industry, calling out streaming economics, the loss of artist ownership, and why younger creators are disconnected from the history that built the culture. This is not nostalgia. This is history from the source. Conversate with Killer Mike is a Third Story Media production. biz: ConversatewithKillerMike@rightclick.gg Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1hr 25min

  2. 7 MAY

    Atlanta Didn’t Follow the Game… We Built It ft. Devyne Stephens | Conversate with Killer Mikeep. 43

    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 and influence of figures like Puff Daddy. The conversation dives into Atlanta’s relationship with New York, the business behind music, and why the city’s culture has always been rooted in independence and creativity. This episode goes beyond music. It’s about ownership, leadership, and the hard truth of why Black success often struggles to stay unified. Devyne challenges the next generation to learn from failure, build real infrastructure, and stop repeating the same mistakes. It’s a powerful conversation on legacy, business, and what it truly means to give back to the culture that raised you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1hr 39min

  3. 29 APR

    Farming Is the New Freedom ft. tenisio seanima | Conversate with Killer Mike ep. 42

    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, grocery store hacks, growing your own food, and how families can take back control of their health with simple changes. The episode also dives into deeper cultural conversations around land ownership, lost traditions, and why reconnecting to the soil might be the key to rebuilding community power. This is a real conversation about food, freedom, and the future. The bread company mentioned in this episode is Dave's Killer Bread. For more information on tenisio seanima. Please visit: https://www.cleanincorporated.org/ Conversate with Killer Mike is a Third Story Media production. biz: ConversatewithKillerMike@rightclick.gg Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1hr 11min

  4. 22 APR

    Breaking Cycles of Violence and Choosing Discipline ft.Art Powell | Conversate with Killer Mike ep41

    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 purpose can lead to a better life. This episode is about redemption, responsibility, and doing the work to become something greater.Conversate with Killer Mike is a Third Story Media production.biz: ConversatewithKillerMike@rightclick.ggSubscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTOConversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1hr 13min

  5. 15 APR

    Atlanta Is Moving Different Right Now | Conversate with Killer Mike ep. 40

    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 discussion moves between current events, personal experiences, and the bigger picture of how people are moving in the city. It is honest, grounded, and reflective of a real conversation about where things are and where they could be headed. Conversate with Killer Mike is a Third Story Media production. biz: ConversatewithKillerMike@rightclick.gg Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1hr 21min

  6. 8 APR

    The Truth About Self Defense Nobody Says ft. Mickey Schuch | Conversate with Killer Mike ep. 39

    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 permanent consequences. The conversation is intense, honest, and grounded in real life experience, with moments that challenge how you think about safety, responsibility, and control. Conversate with Killer Mike is a Third Story Media production. biz: ConversatewithKillerMike@rightclick.gg Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1hr 30min

  7. 1 APR

    Attic Crew/Dungeon Family and Atlanta’s Foundation ft.Pretty Ken | Conversate with Killer Mike ep.37

    Killer Mike, Bear, and Cutmaster Swiff sit down for a conversation rooted in the real foundation of Atlanta hip hop. This episode goes beyond the surface into the stories, relationships, and moments that helped shape the city before the spotlight hit. It is raw, unfiltered, and full of perspective from people who were actually there. Pretty Ken is not a household name, but in Atlanta, his name carries weight. A member of Attic Crew with ties to Dungeon Family and Dope Boy Fresh, Ken has been connected to key artists, crews, and moments that helped define the culture. He has operated behind the scenes, building relationships and influencing movements that pushed the city forward. In this episode, he steps to the table to share his story, his perspective, and the reality of what it took to help shape Atlanta hip hop from the inside. Conversate with Killer Mike is a Third Story Media production. biz: ConversatewithKillerMike@rightclick.gg Subscribe to Conversate with Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Conversate with Killer Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/conversatewithkillermike/ Conversate with Killer Mike on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conversatewithkillermike Subscribe to Killer Mike on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=KillerMikeGTO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1hr 34min

  8. 25 MAR

    The Club That Built a Generation ft. Shyran Blakley | Conversate with Killer Mike ep. 37

    Killer Mike, Cutmaster Swiff, and Bear sit down with Shyran Blakley to tell the real story of the Sharyn Showcase and its impact on Atlanta. This wasn’t just a place for kids to hang out. It was a proving ground where young people built identity, learned how to move, and became part of something bigger than themselves. Shyran breaks down how the Showcase gave structure, opportunity, and community at a time when Atlanta needed it. It was where relationships were formed, confidence was built, and a generation found its voice. The conversation digs into how spaces like this shaped the culture of the city long before the spotlight was on Atlanta. This is about legacy, about showing up for the next generation, and about how one room can influence a city for decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1hr 35min
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Check in and Conversate with Killer Mike and friends every week as they discuss life, Atlanta hip-hop culture, cars, business, books, and whatever else comes up. No script, just unfiltered, hilarious, and thought provoking life experiences and game from his highly opinionated cast, crew and surprise co-hosts!

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