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Killer Mike joins Shannon Sharpe at Club Shay Shay fresh off his Grammy wins to reflect on his journey from Atlanta’s Westside to becoming one of hip-hop’s most outspoken voices and community leaders. Killer Mike offers an apology to Steph and Ayesha Curry.
Killer Mike then opens up about his own marriage to Shay, his wife of 20 years. He recalls knowing she was “the one” after just two weeks, breaking up with another woman to be with her, and proposing with a handwritten note in Las Vegas at 3 a.m., and they kept the marriage private for nine years. Killer Mike says Shay has always been his encourager, business partner, and twin flame. Together they’ve raised a blended family, invested in property, opened businesses like their bed-and-breakfast and The SWAG Shop, and built a bond rooted in honesty and resilience.
He reflects on temptation, monogamy, and the lessons learned from missteps early in marriage, including the moment Shay confronted him for being too friendly at a strip club. Killer Mike explains why partnership is about tailoring marriage to what works for you and credits Shay with helping him become a better man, father, and businessman.
The conversation turns to money, business, and community. Killer Mike explains why he believes young couples should invest in homes and businesses over expensive weddings, and how he and Shay built wealth by combining his instinct for opportunities with her research-driven approach. He recalls buying Bankhead Seafood with T.I., developing housing projects, and the hard lessons of entrepreneurship — checking your ego, taking losses, and knowing when to cut ties. Killer Mike shares why cannabis should remain in the hands of local communities, not just corporations, and why he feels indebted to reinvest in Atlanta.
Killer Mike also opens up about today’s generation of Atlanta rap stars. He reflects on seeing Future rise from being cut out of videos to global superstardom, why he publicly defended Young Thug during his legal battles, and why the feud between Young Thug and YFN Lucci shows how reputations can uplift or damage a city. He explains why Travis Scott “can’t out-rap” him, but praises Scott’s success in building a powerful fan base.
Killer Mike details spending a quarter-million of his own money to make Michael, the album that won him three Grammys, proving to labels he was worth the gamble. He celebrates collaborations with Outkast, Organized Noize, Dave Chappelle, and T.I., while naming Ice Cube and Scarface as key influences. He recalls being detained at the Grammys, released in time, and receiving standing ovations everywhere he went.
Finally, Killer Mike opens up about politics, community, and legacy — from working with Bernie Sanders in Alabama to defending free speech, calling out America’s broken education system, and teaching his children the value of honesty and responsibility. Killer Mike delivers unforgettable stories, sharp insight, and a masterclass on love, loyalty, and leadership in hip-hop and beyond.
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Killer Mike | EP. 183
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- 50 Cent
- actor
- Aisha Curry
- Bernie Sanders
- Big Boi
- Bill Maher
- Booker T
- Club Shay Shay
- Comedian
- Dave Chappelle
- Ethan Hawke
- Future
- gunna
- Ice Cube
- Jamie Gertz
- Jimmy Kimmel
- John Hope Bryant
- Kai Cenat
- Killer Mike
- Lil Nas X
- Magic Johnson
- movies
- Music
- Nicki Minaj
- OG Mike
- Organized Noize
- Outkast
- Ozzy Osbourne
- rapper
- Scarface
- Shana Render
- Shannon Sharpe podcast
- Steph Curry
- T.I.
- The Game
- Tiger Flowers
- Travis Scott
- Young Thug
This is what knowledge looks like. This is a man who was taught by school and life. I love when he speaks.
Awesome Conversations Gentleman ❤️🙏🏿
I never really listened to Killer Mike like that coming up. I mostly listened to his homies but man that "Michael" album is the last perfect album I've heard!
Great!! JOB!!👏🏾👏🏾👍🏽❤️
Great interview. Killa Mike has always displayed intelligence and drop Gems each and every time. Grown man rapper. Hip hop lives through us.
Salute to both of you guys.,💯💪🏾🙏🏾
Excellent and powerful interview
Never heard of this man but this is th best episode I hav seen. A revolutionary about getting money.
A real interview with substance!! Killa Mike is a wealth of knowledge and good advice. So versatile in his approach to his career and life. Thanks Mike for not placing yourself and not letting society place you in a box. Like Hosea Williams was unbought and unbossed you are "Unconfined".
Man this is an amazing interview, so much knowledge and wisdom!
This was an exceptional interview.
❤
I visited Atlanta a few years back, and I didn’t know much about him then, but I saw Killer Mike out in the community and man, they really love him. His presence spoke volumes about the kind of man he is; someone people are genuinely happy to see and proud to know. Great interview, well wishes to Killer Mike.
Killer Mike gave us free game with this one! Thank you for sharing your experiences! Keep on pushing for greatness!
Love Killer Mike very articulate guy!
Who's the professor he was talking about around the 2hr mark?
This is a dope episode!!! 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
This boy is smart and thankful
Killer Mike for President please and thank you
Excellent interview!!!
Community growth is the key for our brotherhood and sisterhood !!
HEY MANE, I LIKE KILLER MIKE 🤌🏾
Excellent interview!!! The views should be in the millions.
Who else getting tired of him ..🙋🏽♀️He worse than TI always trying to sound so intelligent but do unintelligent and low vibrational things… never listen to what a man says but pay attn to what he does.
i wish i had people like killer mike to teach me how to invest and what to invest into for a better future
Thanks!
He will be the next president of the United States of America!!!!
Love my brother
Mr.Mac worked a 9to 5 n had that work but u never knew becuz he drove a 1500 Silverado n Honda Accord kids dress super nice n he never got Caught up when they Watched him all they seen was him going to work n back home
Michael is one of one. Love this intelligence, knowledge, love for his wife and family
Shannon this was a great interview. It’s been a while since I’ve watched an entire episode of ANY interview . Killa Mike is such a joy to listen to and learn from. I wish him and his family all the best 💜
So mad I’m 12 days late, I love Killer Mike. Any interview of his I’m definitely tuning in. My guy got his teeth done and he looks great! 💜
Man this is what life is all about. I appreciate Shannon Sharpe for bringing this brother on. Killer Mike is def a friend to have as a friend. He’s constantly pouring from a full cup. Thank you 🙏🏾
This has to be the best one yet💯.
I could listen to my brother all day!👑🫡
Enjoyed this but Killer Mike talked sooooo fast. Very informative and solid
❤😢🎉 love u mike,love listening to the things u say and love listening to ur music ,put some batteries in my back thanks 🙏