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Holdin’ Court Podcast

Sit down with Big Court as he delivers a unique brand of unfiltered content joined by some of the biggest names in entertainment/sports to share their journey and discuss trending topics in the culture. Joined by his daughter Rachel Renee' and Producer Ken, Holdin Court Podcast brilliantly blends the urban experience with current topics as guests document their life experiences and rise to fame. Holdin Court Podcast has risen tremendously in popularity and is one of the cultures top celebrity and music industry podcast. Previous guest have included Snoop Dogg, Ice T, Tank, Tiffany Haddish, Kristanna Loken, Lavell Crawford, Natasha Graziano, Eric Bellinger, Bone Thugz-N-Harmony, Matt Barnes, Zab Judah, Master P, Michael Jai White, J Prince, and Tech N9ne to name a few.
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Kenya Ware talks about her days with Death Row, Snoop Dogg, 2Pac, Eazy E, Suge Knight, Big U, Wack100, and Daz Dillinger.

Kenya Ware is a Producer/Costumer/Stylist that got her start back in the early days of Death Row Records. Kenya is considered as one of the First Lady's of Death Row as she and rapper Daz Dillinger share a child together. She is also is the Executive Producer of the Doc Series "First Ladies of Death Row' and the Doc Series "Birth Of A Crip" which is the story of Raymond Washington. Kenya also currently styles Bobby Brown and New Edition along with being a costumer for The Masked Singer. She sits...

Jul 28, 20222 hr 10 min

South Central Cartel talks Def Jam, 2Pac, Coolio, East vs West, Mobb Deep, and LA Gang Culture.

South Central Cartel is a hip hop group from South Los Angeles, California. As one of the first West Coast gangsta collectives to follow N.W.A's lead, South Central Cartel first appeared with their debut album South Central Madness in 1991, before releasing a succession of albums throughout the remainder of the decade. Their 1994 album 'N Gatz We Truss generated a sizable amount of attention in the hip hop scene, and Def Jam Recordings signed the group. This signing resulted in the release of th...

Jun 26, 20222 hr 13 min

Watts Homie Quan talks Growing up in L.A. Series, Nick Cannon, OG Lil Bop, and Wild-N-Out.

Watts Hannin (also known as Watts Homie Quan) is an American rapper, comedian, actor, director, writer, and internet personality who is best known for his Instagram sketches. As of Season 12 to Season 15, he was one of the recurring cast members of the improv comedy show, Wild 'N Out on MTV and VH1. Quan also has a popular Youtube Series titled "Growing Up In L.A." where he plays several characters just as Eddie Murphy did in the original "Coming To America". Watts Homie Quan sits down with Big ...

Jun 07, 20221 hr 55 min

Dave Mays talks The Source, Benzino, Suge Knight, Eminem, Biggie, and Break Beat Media.

Dave Mays was once looked at as the Michael Jordan of hip-hop publications, and… he’s back! As a 19-year-old sophomore at Harvard, he founded The Source magazine, which began as a monthly newsletter, eventually becoming one of the world’s longest-running rap/hip-hop magazines. Mays had a vision to put hip-hop on the forefront of all genres and succeeded immensely turning his newsletter into a full-fledged publication. That ride ended in 2005, when he and Raymond “Benzino” Scott were forced out i...

May 19, 202259 min

Fredro Starr talks Onyx Vs Cypress Hill, Young Thug, Kevin Samuels, Kendrick Lamar, and new album.

Fredro Starr is hardcore rapper, record producer, actor and author, best known as a member of multi-platinum hardcore rap group Onyx. Fredro Starr was discovered by the late great hip hop legend Jam Master Jay of Run DMC who signed Onyx on his legendary label JMJ Records. Onyx went on to release three top selling albums before Fredro began his solo career. As a part of Onyx, Fredro Starr was nominated as "Rap/Hip-Hop New Artist" on American Music Awards of 1994 and won "Best Rap Album" on 1994 S...

May 14, 202259 min

Big Herc talks bank robbery, prison time, C-Bo, Kali Muscle, Rich Piana, and Fresh Out Series.

Growing up in Sacramento, CA, Marcus ‘Big Herc’ Timmons was a straight-A student and talented athlete before he took a wrong turn into gang life, drug dealing and violence. He spent most of his teens incarcerated the California Youth Authority juvenile detention system and before he went to prison for bank robbery, he worked as a performer in the adult industry. Today, Big Herc, is one of the fastest rising stars on YouTube. He spent nine years in the federal penitentiary for bank robbery, under...

May 07, 20221 hr 46 min

Sticky Fingaz talks Onyx, Eminem, Dr. Dre, Blade Series, Source Awards, and kicking addiction.

Sticky Fingaz, is an American hardcore rapper, record producer, actor, film director and writer, best known as a member of multi-platinum hardcore rap group Onyx. Sticky Fingaz was discovered by the late great hip hop legend Jam Master Jay of Run DMC who signed Onyx on his legendary label JMJ Records. Onyx went on to release three top selling albums before Sticky began his solo career. As a part of Onyx, Sticky Fingaz was nominated as "Rap/Hip-Hop New Artist" on American Music Awards of 1994 and...

May 07, 20221 hr 22 min

X Raided talks Brotha Lynch Hung, Mozzy, C Bo, Menendez Brothers, prison time, and earning degree.

The first X-Raided album, Psycho Active, was recorded in June 1990 with Sacramento rapper Brotha Lynch Hung, and released in 1992. Brown claims that the recording was made during a deadly conflict between the 24th Street Garden Blocc Crips and the Meadowview Bloods, contributing to lyrics full of violence. Rolling Stone Magazine wrote that "Psycho Active" was the most gangster album of all time.In March 1992, Brown was arrested with four other gang members for murdering Patricia Harris in her ho...

Mar 31, 20223 hr 7 min

DJ Battlecat talks Bangin On Wax, Snoop Dogg, Nipsey Hussle, 2Pac, Harry O, and West Coast music.

DJ Battlecat is a producer from Los Angeles, Ca who has produced artist such as Snoop Dogg, 2Pac, The Game, Xzibit, and Tha Eastsiders along with many West Coast rappers. DJ Battlecat sits down with the Holdin Court Podcast to discuss his childhood growing up in the gang infested South Central Los Angeles Rollin 60 Crip neighborhood. He also discusses how his talent and love for music would help him avoid the pitfalls of the street and help launch a successful music career and landed him a recor...

Mar 21, 20222 hr 4 min

Big Boz talks growing up with Master P, No Limit Success, C Murder, Snoop Dogg, Freeway Ricky Ross, and prison.

Anthony "Big Boz" Boswell is longtime childhood friend of Business Mogul Master P. Big Boz was born and raised in New Orleans 3rd Ward Calliope Project which was the murder capitol of the world during that time. He served as Vice President of No Limit Records and starred in classic No Limit movies "Im Bout It, "I Got The Hook Up", "Hot Boys", "I Got The Hook Up 2, and an appearance in "Gone In 60 Seconds" alongside Master P and Nicholas Cage. Boz sits down with Big Court and details his upbringi...

Mar 10, 20221 hr 31 min

Tech N9ne talks Lil Wayne, The Rock, Eminem, TI, Strange Music and the Kansas City, Mo music scene.

Kansas City, Mo rap juggernaut Tech N9ne and his Strange Music label have been ranked as one of the most successful independent labels today. Tech N9ne's rap career spans over 30 years as he has worked with some of Hip Hops biggest stars. He was recently rank #10 as 2022 highest paid rappers with an estimated 25 million dollars. Tech N9ne sits down with Big Court to share his journey from the housing projects of Kansas City, Mo to failed record deals with top industry executives and producers to...

Mar 03, 20222 hr 17 min

Crip Mac talks viral DP, Charleston White, Blueface, Cam Capone, and Compton Ricc Roc.

Crip Mac is a rapper and viral internet influencer that is known worldwide for his phrase "Keepin It 55th St" which represents his gang affiliation. Recently Crip Mac was disciplined (DP'ed) by his gang cohorts which involves him fighting several people at one time. Battered and bruised, he proudly took to Youtube to show his war wounds which consisted of a busted nose and lacerated eye and proclaimed his allegiance to his 55th St Neighborhood Crip Gang. Crip Mac sits down with Big Court to expl...

Feb 16, 20221 hr

T Rell Of No Jumper talks Adam 22, Tyga, growing up in South Central L.A., and surviving horrific motorcycle crash.

Big Court sits down with T Rell aka King Trell for a one on one about his early days growing up in the Hoover Crip Neighborhood of South Central L.A. with rapper Schoolboy Q. He also talks about his close relationship and subsequent falling out with rapper Tyga, being a co-host of No jumper and an influencer, and surviving a motorcycle accident that left him permanently injured. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 15, 20221 hr 21 min

Boskoe100 talks and "roast" Crip Mac, Charleston White, NBA Youngboy, Kevin Gates, Kid Cudi, and Bone Thugs N Harmony.

Boskoe100 is a social media influencer known for his quit wit and hilarious roasting ability. Boskoe100 stops by Holding Court Podcast to talk about current affairs and deliver a few hilarious jabs to his arch nemesis and fellow influencer, Charleston White. Boskoe100 spares no one as he talks about Crip Mac, Bobby Shmurda, and Kevin Gates to name a few. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 31, 20221 hr 50 min

OG's say now is the time to deal with the facts about Wack100 pocket watching.

Chico Brown is a film producer/community leader and reputable OG from Compton, Ca. Chico Brown is a former drug kingpin that was arrested with LA kingpin Freeway Ricky Ross in the early 90's. They made headlines for being supplied drugs by the CIA connected to the Iran-Contra scandal. After being released from prison Chico became a successful Film Producer working alongside Penny Marshall, Mark Wahlberg, and Master P. Chico sits down with Big Court to discuss his many years of philanthropy in hi...

Jan 31, 202258 min

Guerilla Black talks growing up in Compton gang culture, beef with The Game and Daz Dillinger, Biggie Smalls comparison, and serving 9 years

Guerilla Black is a rap artist that was signed to Virgin Records and debuted his first hit single "Compton" featuring Beenie Man. Guerilla Black has been both praised and criticized for sounding like the Notorious BIG and has worked with Mario Winans, The Game, Jermaine Dupri, Nate Dogg and Daz Dillinger.He was recently released from prison after serving 9 years in federal prison for a 22 Million dollar fraud case. Guerilla Black sat down with Holdin Court Podcast and gives the exclusive about g...

Jan 15, 20222 hr 28 min

MAC Formerly Of No Limit Records talks rap career, No Limit, Cash Money Records, Master P, C Murder, Depression, spending 20 years in prison

MAC is a rapper and songwriter from New Orleans' 3rd Ward and was signed to Master P's No Limit Records and would grow to be one of the most critically acclaimed artists on the label, both as a solo rapper and as a member of the super group 504 Boyz. Mac released 2 solo albums and 1 album as part of the 504 Boyz on No Limit, including 1998's Shell Shocked, which peaked at #11 on the US Billboard 200. In 2001, Mac was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 30 years in prison and was recently ...

Jan 03, 20221 hr 56 min

Bizzy Bone talks Verzuz Brawl, 3-6 Mafia, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Ruthless Records and solo success,

Bizzy Bone is a Grammy award winning artist and 1/5 member of the rap group Bone Thugs N Harmony who have sold over 50 million records worldwide. Bizzy Bone is known for his unique falsetto rap/singing voice and being the most outspoken and charismatic member of BTNH. Bizzy Bone went viral after he incited a brawl at the now infamous Bone Thugs N Harmony vs 3-6 Mafia Verzuz Battle. Bizzy Bone sits down with Holdin Court Podcast and details his 25 year career with BTNH, solo success, record label...

Dec 21, 20211 hr 48 min

J. Prince talks Larry Hoover, Drake, Ghetto Boys, Scarface and Rap-A-Lot Records with Big Court

J. Prince is a music mogul and CEO of Houston based Rap A Lot Records which is home to the legendary rap group Geto Boys and rapper Scarface. Rap A Lot rose to prominence in the late 80's and 90's with a plethora of gold and platinum albums. J. Prince sits down with Big Court and opens up about being a constant target of the FBI, his son discovering Drake, Larry Hoover, and his new business endeavors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Dec 11, 20211 hr 44 min

Flesh-N-Bone

Flesh-N-Bone is the 5th member of the multi-platinum selling group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Flesh-N-Bone sits down with Big Court and talks about the groups meteoric rise to fame after being discovered by the legendary Eazy E. He also talks about overcoming addiction during the height of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony's success and ultimately spending almost 10 years in prison. Flesh-N-Bone also has a successful solo career and was the first Bone member to garner a Platinum solo album. Learn more about your ...

Dec 11, 20211 hr 57 min

Ice T talks Ice Cube, Soulja Boy, LL Cool J, Law & Order, Body Count, growing up in the gang culture.

OG veteran rapper/actor Ice T taps in with the Holdin Court Podcast to talk about his illustrious career that spans almost 4 decades. Ice T talks about his early years growing up in the gang culture, to becoming who many would consider the Godfather of Gangsta Rap with several Gold and Platinum albums. He is also an accomplished actor having the longest running TV Show Law and Order. Ice T also talks about working with fellow actor/rapper Ice Cube as well as his highly successful rock band Body ...

Nov 28, 20212 hr 42 min

Crip Mac talks jail, Charleston White, Boskoe100, bangin, fatherhood | Big Court tries intervention.

Big Court is a film producer/music exec and protege' of music mogul Master P and Lieutenant of No Limit Forever. Sit down with Big Court as he delivers a unique brand of unfiltered content joined by some of the hottest names in entertainment to discuss the rap game, the streets, music, TV, film, pop culture and so much more. Joined by Ken Schoech "Producer Ken" an industry executive and his partner in crime for more than 20 years, they Hold Court over the current state of entertainment in the in...

Nov 28, 20211 hr 10 min

Breon Ansley

Breon Ansley took the Classic Physique division by storm in 2018. Making history by winning the inaugural Arnold Classic Physique title and later in the season winning his second and back to back Mr. Olympia titles. At this years Olympia 2021 Breon placed 3rd. Growing up, Ansley played a wide variety of sports at school. Excelling at football he earned a scholarship to play defensive back at Iowa State. After an injury sidelined his football career Ansley returned home. He enjoyed maintaining hi...

Oct 28, 20212 hr 17 min

Gary "G Thang" Johnson

Gary "G Thang" Johnson is an accomplished Actor/Comedian/Host of the Millennium Tour 2021 and Host of the 90th Block Party. He is famous for his comedic timing in his roles for television shows on various television sitcoms including Blackish, Punk'd, Girlfriends, Half & Half, and All of Us. He also starred in his own TV Show Grown Folks and Uncle Buck with Mike Epps as well as movies like Disaster Movie, Money Ball, I Got The Hook Up 2, and Playas Ball. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Sep 27, 20211 hr 31 min

Michael Jai White

Action Actor and Director Michael Jai White talks about his upbringing in Bridgeport, CT and taking an interest in martial arts and theater. He also shares his experiences transitioning into acting and navigating the the challenges and politics that Black actors have to face. Michael Jai White (born November 10, 1967) is an American actor, director and martial artist. He was the first African American to portray a major comic book superhero in a major motion picture, having starred as Al Simmons...

Sep 27, 20212 hr 12 min

Big Court & Producer Ken on Sac, Bay Area, KC, Mozzy, Tech N9ne, Gangs, and industry politics.

Big Court of Master P's, No Limit, from Kansas City, Missouri and Producer Ken of Sacramento, California touch base on meeting each other over 20 years ago. Ken and Court met via a short film and kept in touch since then. Talk living in Los Angeles, the gang culture, race, economical bias, Eazy E, 2pac, NWA, Ice T, E40, Too Short and more. Ken talks Judge Judy and going bowling with her. Producing Celebrity Housewives and other hit Tv shows, and his first weapons. Big Court talks family, music, ...

Sep 06, 20211 hr 44 min

Master P talks success, being a boss, Big Court, NCAA and new businesses.

Master P, is an American rapper, record executive, actor, and entrepreneur. He is the founder of the record label No Limit Records. Master P turned a dream into a reality when he hit the scene as a rapper and No Limit Record label owner. His business intelligence lead him to create by far one of the most successful label operations in history. Responsible for the creation of multiple careers, an ex professional NBA basketball player and now Product mogul! P talks business partner, No Limit soldi...

Sep 02, 20211 hr 11 min

Lil Eazy E star of VH1s Growing Up Hip Hop and son of the Iconic Rap Guru Eazy E describes what its like being the son of Eazy E and the gri

Lil Eazy star of VH1s Growing Up Hip Hop and son of the Iconic Rap Guru Eazy E describes what its like being the son of Eazy E and the grief he's endured from the result of losing his father. Details traits of his fathers personality that many may not know. Significant moments that he recalls being around his father as a child. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 15, 20212 hr 10 min

Filmmaker Mike Dorsey details 2Pac, Biggie, Suge Knight, Death Row vs Bad Boy

Mike dives into numerous topics including 2Pac, Biggie, Suge Knight, Death Row vs Bad Boy and much more!Mike Dorsey is a television producer, documentary filmmaker, editor, and writer. Most recently, he was co-producer on the scripted crime series "Unsolved" for NBCUniversal, now on Netflix, and producer and editor of the hit paranormal documentary "Demon House," which received a limited theatrical release in the US and premiered as the #1 documentary on iTunes.His other documentary projects inc...

Aug 07, 20211 hr 35 min
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