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We Playin' Spades

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Welcome to the backyard boogie, where the stakes stay high, the jokes land sharp, and the cards don't lie! We Playin’ Spades brings together comedians, actors, singers, and viral legends for unapologetic matchups around the now-iconic turquoise table. Hosted by Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee—two pros at talkin’ slick and playing slick—this show ain’t just about the game. It’s about the culture behind it.

Each episode, a new set of celebrity guests pull up thinking they’re ready. But once the cards get dealt and the table starts talkin’, egos get checked and true colors show. From wild overbids to busted bags, the drama is loud, the laughs are real, and the gameplay is as cutthroat as it is hilarious.

And it doesn’t stop at the cards. Nick and Courtney stay pulling folks’ cards too—calling out bad hands, messy moves, and even messier stories. By the time the last book drops, somebody’s been humbled, and a little tea’s been spilled.

Whether you're here for the strategy, the side-eyes, or the smoke, We Playin’ Spades brings the culture to your screen—one hand at a time.

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Episodes

"We Kept Our Black Cards" with Flyana Boss | 8

This week, Tiktok and rap sensations Flyana Boss pull up on Waka and Desi for a game of spades. Folayan and Bobbi break down how they came up with the name ‘Flyana Boss,’ the inception of their first viral TikTok, and what artists they would like to collab with in the future. These girls ain’t nothing to play with; they bring their infectious competitive spirits to their first-ever spades game. We slapping cards, talking across the table, and giving life lessons — in Spades fashion! Can Flyana B...

Nov 20, 202334 minSeason 1Ep. 8

"I’m a Champion On Every Level!" with Stephen Jackson | 7

This week, former NBA player Stephen Jackson challenges Waka and Desi to a game of spades — the OG way! Stephen talks about when he knew he was destined for the league, why he doesn’t like to be called an ‘activist’, his honest thoughts on how the “Malice at the Palace” affected his career, and why Kobe Bryant is the best basketball player he’s gone up against. We cussing, trying to not get our black cards took, and throwing cards all across the table…you know what this is! Can Stephen Jackson s...

Nov 13, 202333 minSeason 1Ep. 7

"Free Thug" with Mariah the Scientist | 6

This week, singer-songwriter MariahTheScientist pulls up to battle it out with our hosts, Waka and Desi. Mariah talks about her unappreciative ex who jump-started her music career, what mood she needs to be in to write music, and why she’s longer going on tour with rappers. Cards are flying, Desi is trying to freestyle, and Waka might get beat up… Experiences you only get at the spades table! Can MariahTheScientist sing her way out of this competition, or will Waka and Desi send her and her “evi...

Nov 06, 202324 minSeason 1Ep. 6

“That’s What Happens When Money’s on the Line” with Trae Young | 5

This week, one of the NBA’s brightest young stars, Trae Young challenges Waka and Desi to a game of Spades. Trae gives us his top 5 players of all time, whether Kobe still gets his flowers, and his frustrations in his first couple seasons with the Hawks. He brings his humbleness, competitive fire, and his wallet to the table — cause you already know we putting money on this ass whooping! We’re back with cussing, laughs, and card slapping, so you know it’s a real spades game! Can Trae bring his b...

Oct 30, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 5

“I Twerk for Jesus” with Kamillion | 4

This week, actress and rapper, Kamillion comes through with her partner and hairstylist Keith The Great to go head-to-head with Waka Flocka Flame and Desi Banks. Kamillion talks about working with HER, the project that stopped her from being broke, and finds out if Waka and Desi are toe suckers. Uh huh - this one gets freaky y’all! Kamillion brings the energy, laughs, and her boss moves to the table — all while trying to spank that ass in spades! We got cussing, card slapping, and luxurious hair...

Oct 23, 202328 minSeason 1Ep. 4

“Don’t Prank Black People in the Hood” with Lil Rel Howery | 3

This week, comedian and actor, Lil Rel Howery pulls up to the table with his partner Young Wayne to take on Waka and Desi. Lil Rel gets into everything from his audition for Get Out, to why it’s a good idea to listen to black women and a bad idea to pull pranks on black people in the hood! Lil Rel brings the jokes, knowledge and shit talking - all while trying to whoop ass in spades! It's gonna be a whole lot of cussing, laughs, and cards slapping the table. Will Lil Rel get sent packing by Waka...

Oct 16, 202337 minSeason 1Ep. 3

“Will Smith Be Trippin” with Jay Pharoah | 2

This week, SNL comedic legend, actor and impressionist Jay Pharoah pulls up to the table with his spades partner DJ Whoo Kid, to battle Waka and Desi. Well wait, actually Jay Pharoah, Denzel Washington, Katt Williams, 50 Cent and about a dozen other people Jay does spot on impressions of, pull up. Jay opens up about everything from going toe to toe with Lorne Michaels at SNL, to women requesting impersonations during sex, to the actor who said Jay’s impression of him wasn’t good enough. And as a...

Oct 09, 202334 minSeason 1Ep. 2

“I Get Canceled Every Week!” with Nick Cannon | 1

On the premiere episode, Nick Cannon pulls up to the table with his spades partner, Courtney B, to take on our hosts – hip hop heavy hitter, Waka Flocka Flame and comedian, Desi Banks. Waka and Desi tap into everything from Nick’s biggest movie career regret, the history behind Wild n’ Out, and why Nick needs 100 Million Dollars a year. Nothing is off limits! Issa whole lotta cussing, laughing, and shit talking… and of course we gon see if Nick and Courtney gon get run off the table or take home...

Oct 02, 202334 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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