This week on The Prince of Pop Culture Podcast we’re back with another jam-packed episode full of tea, debates, and trending moments! 👀🔥🍵 Cup O’ Jo:• Brandy, Ray J, Shyne & Mase drama gets MESSY—Not too much on our girl! • Michael B. Jordan makes Oscar history 🏆• Verzuz: Tank vs. Tyrese—we give our early predictions🎤• TLC, En Vogue & Salt-N-Pepa announce their ICONIC tour 🎶• Jay-Z breaks the internet with 3 sold-out Yankee Stadium shows 👑• Remembering the legendary Kiki Shepard 💔• Tommie Lee & Julez break the internet +Luenelle claps back over Al B Sure dating question & more!📺 WHAT WE WATCHING!?• K. Michelle, Phaedra Parks, & Angela Oakley visit Sherri to dish on RHOA S17 and K throws a shade tree at Drew Sidora 👀• You Got Served 2 is officially in the works—Marques Houston is eyeing Chris Brown & Teyana Taylor for the cast• Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black returns and storms to No. 1💥 NEW SEGMENT: “I SAID WHAT I SAID”We get into Jack Harlow’s new album 'Monica,' and the controversy after he said he’s leaning more into his “blackness.”👀 Is it appreciation or appropriation?🎶 We also break down blue-eyed soul, gatekeeping, and the difference between artists who dabble vs. those who are truly for the culture👑 Tap in NOW!👍🏾 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔁 Share • 🔔 Subscribe

This week on The Prince of Pop Culture Podcast, we’re joined by DMV’s own Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and independent powerhouse Kevin Ross! 👑🎶From No. 1 hits to writing for the biggest names in music, Kevin pulls up for a must-watch conversation on R&B, his independent label journey, fatherhood, and of course, his fave hometown memories, the DMV’s cultural impact, and more! Kevin dished with us about:🔥 His smash “Love in the Middle” — No. 1 for 4 weeks and his first independent No. 1🎶 His project Love Uptempo and why he drops music in chapters✍🏾 Writing hits for Trey Songz, Toni Braxton, Nicki Minaj, Jamie Foxx, SWV, Johnny Gill, and more🎤 The current R&B Renaissance and artists leading the charge🎧 Working with Eric Roberson, Raheem DeVaughn & Anthony Hamilton🏡 His standout performance on Noochie’s Front Porch👶🏾 How fatherhood reshaped his perspective on life, music, and legacy📀 The truth about thriving as an independent artist🎶 Dream collabs — including shooting his shot at Mary J. Blige✨ DMV LOVE & LEGACY🏙️ From favorite food spots to hometown hangouts, Kevin takes us back to his DC roots with classic memories growing up in the city🎶 We also talk why the DMV continues to produce legends — from Marvin Gaye to Wale — and Kevin shows love to the Go-Go community, breaking down why Go-Go performers are some of the most underrated yet electrifying artists in any genre🎲 Plus: our “Love in the DMV Quick Fire” + Kevin’s Top 5s (singers, albums, movies & TV)________________________________________☕ CUP O’ JO — Trending Topics:🔥 LaRussell vs. Billboard after selling 30K albums independently — Kevin weighs in👀 Sonja Norwood vs. Kim K & Kris Jenner amid Ray J drama🎬 Jackson family tension over the Michael biopic📵 Jill Scott bans phones on tour📼 Viral 90s/2000s challenge (and we join in!)🎤 New Edition Way Tour shuts down DC________________________________________👑 STREAM S2 EPISODE 3 NOW!👍 Like💬 Comment🔁 Share🔔 Subscribe

Season 2, Episode 2 of The Prince of Pop Culture Podcast, we welcome Rich Mindset coach and Rise Rich author LaChelle Johnson for a powerful conversation about transforming your relationship with money.LaChelle shares how she eliminated $40K in debt in under a year and a half and breaks down real strategies to help you build wealth, improve your credit, and develop smarter financial habits.In this episode we cover:• How LaChelle paid off $40K in debt in under 18 months• Building generational wealth and creating a financial legacy• Understanding credit and credit scores• Smart saving strategies and building consistent financial habits• Realistic ways to get out of debt• Practical financial habits you can start implementing today• How to start investing — even with small amounts• Budgeting tips that actually work in everyday life• Common credit mistakes people make and how to avoid them• Financial planning for families and preparing for the future• Building long-term financial security and stabilityWe also play a fun financial decision game “Secure the Bag or Blow the Bag”, where we test real-life money moves to see which ones build wealth… and which ones will have you broke. 💸Plus, we kick things off with Cup O’ Jo, debut an all-new segment, and unveil our revamped RealiTea!🎥 Episode premieres Friday at 7PM on YouTube — join the LIVE premiere chat!Make sure to:👍 Like💬 Comment🔔 SubscribeFollow us on Instagram:@ThePrinceofPopCulturePodcastAsk

We're BACK! After a short break, JoJo Crews and Nichelle kick off Season 2 with a packed episode full of pop culture headlines, major announcements, and a very special guests interview.In this episode, we recap our recent Good Day DC appearances, announce JoJo’s Prism Awards nomination, and introduce some brand-new segments coming this season.☕ Cup O’ Jo: Since we’ve been on a short break, we’re catching up on some of the biggest pop culture stories from the past few weeks.Then in The Ponderosa, we’re joined by John L. Ruffin and Liberty Clay, the writer/director and lead star of “Living All Alone: The Phyllis Hyman Musical.” They discuss the legacy of the legendary Phyllis Hyman and the powerful stage production bringing her story to life.🎟️ Bonus: We’re also giving away tickets to the show!👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe, and tell us: What y’all watching?#PrinceOfPopCulturePodcast #PopCulture #PhyllisHyman #EntertainmentNews #BlackCulture #Podcast

🎆✨ NYE SEASON 1 FINALE — A FULL CIRCLE MOMENT ✨🎆We made it to the finish line! 🥂🎉For our New Year’s Eve Season 1 Finale, The Prince of Pop Culture Podcast takes a moment to pause, reflect, laugh, and celebrate an incredible first season — and we couldn’t think of a better way to close it out than by bringing our producer, Ryan Greene, from behind the scenes to center stage 🎙️👏🏾🎙️ MEET THE MAN BEHIND THE BOARDS: RYAN GREENEFor the first time this season, Producer Ryan joins us on the mic to:✨ Look back on Season 1 highlights & favorite moments✨ Reflect on how the show evolved from concept to community✨ Share behind-the-scenes stories, challenges, and wins✨ Talk about what surprised him most this year and what he’s proud ofWe also get personal — learning more about Ryan’s journey into media, his creative background, and how his path led him to producing The Prince of Pop Culture Podcast.🎶 A FULL-CIRCLE MOMENT:One of the most fun revelations of the episode?JoJo and Ryan bond over the fact that they BOTH once dreamed of becoming R&B artists 🎤❤️ — sharing laughs, throwback stories, and how music ultimately guided them into storytelling, media, and creating culture in a different way. Also, things get emotional and tears flow when Nichelle reflects on her journey on the podcast and love for Jojo.🍵 CUP O’ JO — THE FINAL SIP OF THE YEARBecause we wouldn’t be us without it, we close out 2025 with one last round of Cup O’ Jo ☕🔥, breaking down the stories everyone’s been talking about:⚖️ Tyler Perry’s latest lawsuit — what’s being alleged and why it’s making waves💔 Mendeecees & Yandy’s separation — Tamar Braxton says she wants vindication and reminds folks she’s been sounding the alarm🎬 Christian & Justin Combs announce a Zeus docuseries — reactions, questions, and what it means in the current climate👀 Plus other trending headlines that had us shaking our heads, laughing, and side-eyeing our phones🎧 Stream Episode 26, our Season 1 FINALE TONIGHT!🔥 ⏳ Comment, like, subscribe & share! Binge the entire season and we’ll see you in March! 📲 Follow/Subscribe on IG/FB/YT: @ThePrinceofPopCulturePodcast

🚨 EPISODE 24! 🚨The Prince of Pop Culture Podcast drops an EXCLUSIVE with Day 26 straight out of DC!We were invited to attend and co-host the Q&A for their SOLD-OUT DC listening lounge + meet-and-greet, and you already know we had to bring it ALL back to the pod. 🎙️🔥⏰ Tonight at 7PM, we’re dropping the full interview + event recap during our Ponderosa segment, where the fellas opened up about:✨ New music—and the songs they wish got MORE love✨ Their upcoming documentary (which we’re part of it 👀)✨ How they’ve grown as men and as a brotherhood over 18 years✨ Their thoughts on the Danity Kane reunion tour✨ A powerful, heartfelt moment giving Que his flowers for his strength, truth, and breakthrough 💙PLUS—our signature shenanigans you love:➡️ 🍵 Cup O’Jo➡️ 📺 RealiTea Recap➡️ And MORE chaos per usual 😏🚨 Special announcement 🚨: JoJo returns to Good Day DC AND co-hosts LION Lunch Hour on New Year’s Eve with Chef Tony in the kitchen 👨🏾‍🍳🔥🎄 COMING UP NEXT:✨ Episode 25 — our festive holiday episode featuring the LEGENDARY CeCe Peniston🎉 PLUS our Season Finale with another special guest… 👀🎧 Stream Episode 24 NOW🔥 ⏳ Comment, like, subscribe & share! Only 3 episodes left this season… buckle up! 📲 Follow/Subscribe on IG/FB/YT: @ThePrinceofPopCulturePodcast

🚨 EPISODE 22 — RAY J IN DC, KANDI’S DIVORCE & THANKSGIVING GRATITUDE! 🎙🍗HAPPY THANKSGIVING, Y’all!! We’re back with a little holiday fun, and gratitude as we celebrate Jojo’s birthday and the countdown to #TheBrunchIsMine, dish on the trending stories, and more! 🎉🦃🍵 Cup O’Jo — Celebrity & Trending News Recap:– Ray J’s DC Takeover: From “F--- DC” to a full apology tour — Ray has been all over the DMV for 2 weeks 👀– Dawn Robinson reacts to Rhona’s En Vogue exit calling Cindy & Terry “mean girls.”– Mario groped on stage by a fan during a show 😳– Ja Rule sucker punched at The Boy Is Mine Tour at Barclays – TBIM Royal Link-Up: Beyoncé, Solange, Patti LaBelle backstage with Monica & Kelly Rowland 😍– Patti ALSO popped up at Noochie’s Front Porch Live.– Lloyd falls on stage during the Cuffing Season Tour.– Muni Long vs. Mariah Carey (again?) — uses a Mariah impersonator while promoting “Delulu,” denies throwing shade.📺 RealiTea Recap — Kandi Burruss & Todd Tucker’s Divorce:– Kandi announces split from Todd after 11 years of marriage.– Todd posts cryptic messages & is spotted out partying.– Old finance arguments resurface as fans speculate.– Kandi goes live on Amazon Live, says the divorce was “a long time coming.”💬 The Ponderosa — JoJo’s Birthday & Thanksgiving Gratitude:We’re talking favorite Thanksgiving traditions, and what we’re grateful for this year✨Also! – The viral chosen family Wanda & Jamal celebrate 10 years of Thanksgiving together 🧡– DC resident Tyreek Drew goes viral after Shamari Stone interview🎟️ Reminder: Get your tickets NOW for The Brunch Is Mine 🍾 — Saturday, Nov. 29 | 12–5 PM | via Eventbrite (links in bio)📲 Follow/Subscribe on IG/FB/YT: @ThePrinceofPopCulturePodcast

🚨 EPISODE 21 — BRAVOCON, B2K IS BACK, EN VOGUE DRAMA, OUR FOX5 THE BRUNCH IS MINE TAKEOVER & More! 🎙🔥We’re back with episode 21, dishing on all the trending and hot stories from the week, Bravocon recap, our official FOX5 takeover recap in honor of #TheBrunchIsMine event next weekend, and MORE! Get into it below, and be sure to tune into the new episode tonight at 7pm via YouTube, and streaming! 🍵 Cup O’Jo — Celebrity Tea:– Rhona Bennett exits En Vogue after 20+ years 👀– B2K officially launching the Boys 4 Life Tour 🎤– Michelle Obama says America still ain’t ready for a woman president– Stefon Diggs files a major defamation lawsuit over viral assault claims– Cardi B enters the chat amid the drama 😬📺 RealiTea Recap — BRAVOCON 2025:– RHOP midseason trailer drops: Monique’s return, Karen’s release, Wendy & Eddie’s legal drama– Karen gets a standing ovation from fellow Bravolebs– Kandi receives the Wifetime Achievement Award– RHOA & RHONY casting scoops– Andy announces Real Housewives Ultimate Road Trip & more! 🔥 The Ponderosa — FOX5 Takeover:We recap JoJo hosts Celebrity Dish & LION, Chef Tony making his TV cooking debut, and EatThisCaterYou.com officially launches & more!🎟️ Reminder: Get your tickets NOW for The Brunch Is Mine 🍾 — Saturday, Nov. 29 | 12–5 PM | via Eventbrite (links in bio)📲 Follow/Subscribe on IG/FB/YT: @ThePrinceofPopCulturePodcast