Angie Martinez IRL

Singer and songwriter Keri Hilson joins Angie Martinez to discuss her comeback to the music industry after 15 years with her latest album, We Need To Talk: Love. Keri explains why she left the music industry, why she is returning, and everything in between. She confides in Angie about her struggle with depression and what methods she took to overcome that. Keri discusses her outlook on love after she left an 11-year relationship, e...

Angie Martinez debriefs with producer Brittany and Nyla Simone on her interviews with actresses Regina King and Tasha Smith. Angie talks about her first-ever experience directing, and tells the story of how Tasha Smith played a special role in it. Next is a quick debriefing of Cardi B’s civil trial.

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Actress and director Tasha Smith joins Angie Martinez to discuss the evolution of her career in the entertainment industry. Her success acting in movies such as ‘Why Did I Get Married?’ and ‘The Deliverance,’ as well as hit television series like ‘Empire’ and ‘Power,’ all started with a dream she had as a little girl in Camden, New Jersey. She believes preparation, awareness, and grow...

Award winning actress Regina King joins Angie Martinez in a powerful and in depth conversation on life. They discuss the importance of being present and living in the now. Regina talks about her new wine, “MIANU” that she made in honor of her late son, Ian. Regina and Angie discuss womanhood, from menopause to the importance of supporting other women in life. Angie asks some In Real Life Questions, and discusses an exci...

Actress and producer La La Anthony joins Angie Martinez to discuss the emotions felt sending your child away to college. Her son Kiyan Anthony recently left to play basketball at Syracuse University. She then discusses exciting television projects such as ‘The Chi’ and her new project on Hulu ‘Group Chat’ that she’s working on with Kim Kardashian. This leads to a conversation with Angie on work-life ba...

Adrienne Bailon-Houghton and Israel Houghton join Angie Martinez to discuss their marriage, open communication, the earlier days in their respective music careers, and their focus on parenthood and family. The group has an open conversation about faith, love, and the dynamic duo’s love story. Plus, Angie asks the couple some ‘In Real Life’ questions.

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Rapper and singer Eve joins the show, reflecting with Angie Martinez on her time with Ruff Ryders. Meanwhile, she is on the Where The Party At tour now traveling with her son. Eve discusses motherhood and her marriage to millionaire Maximillion Cooper. She discusses what it’s like being a female rapper and her time as a talk show host. Eve and Angie look back on some iconic Eve moments. Angie asks Eve some

2 Chainz and Omar Epps join Angie Martinez to talk about their new short film, ‘Red Clay,’ that premiered at the Atlanta Film Festival. The film is based on 2 Chainz’s life, including his upbringing in Atlanta and his mother’s past addiction. 2 Chainz and Omar talk about marriage and fatherhood, and how they’ve navigated putting together healthy families. Angie then ask...

Singer and songwriter John Legend joins Angie Martinez to discuss his marriage with model Chrissy Teigen and how their relationship has evolved. He gives key notes on how to sustain a healthy marriage and discusses the IVF journey they’ve gone on. John discloses which weddings he sang “All of Me” at and talks about his overall approach to song writing. He later discusses how t...

Musician, actress, and BET Award winner, Tamar Braxton joins the show to talk with Angie Martinez about the new book she is working on, a process full of lessons. Tamar talks about the lessons she’s learned thus far and claims that a combination of God and therapy is the perfect cocktail. Tamar also tells the story of how she first heard God’s voice and how there are two things that aren’t her problem anymore: mon...

Jim Jones joins Angie Martinez and unpacks what he recently said about how he compares to rapper Nas. They go on to discuss Jim Jones’ music career and his family upbringing leading to that. He also talks about his relationship with Chrissy Lampkin, and their time on reality television on ‘Love & Hip Hop.’ Plus, Jim Jones lays out what it takes to be a hustler and how to go viral.

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Cynthia Erivo sits down with Angie Martinez to share her journey playing Elphaba in the ‘Wicked’ movie alongside Ariana Grande’s Glinda. She also discusses being an Oscar away from achieving an EGOT, shaving her head to play Elphaba, and her recently debuted album, ‘I Forgive You.’ Cynthia shares how she grew up in London, and everything that led up to where she is now in her career as a singer and act...

Angela Simmons sits down with Angie Martinez, unpacking her recent breakup with Yo Gotti. This opens up a conversation talking therapy, love, and how to get over a heartbreak. Angela navigates motherhood on her own, as her son’s father passed away when her son was young. Angela talks growing up as a member of the Simmons family, and having to do so in the public eye on the hit reality tv show, ‘Run’s House.’...

Angie Martinez sits down with Kirk Franklin from the BET Awards in Los Angeles, where he was honored with the BET Ultimate Icon Award. The gospel musician discusses his thoughts on celebration and awards, and tells the story of being in bed when he won his first Grammy. Kirk also talks about why Christianity is hard for people to buy, leading into a deeper discussion on his own connection to God. Angie and Kirk also discuss rapper ...

We’re back with another IRL #TakeAways. The in-between audio-only podcast where Angie and special guests reflect on episode responses, takeaways, and highlights. 

On this week’s #TakeAways Angie , Executive producer Brittany discuss the complexities of motherhood, balancing the joy of a new baby with the grief of losing a parent, and the importance of protecting one's peace during pregnancy. 

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In this heartfelt episode of the Angie Martinez IRL Podcast, Grammy-winning singer and songwriter Kali Uchis opens up about her unique journey of creativity, motherhood, and introspection. Kali discusses how her initial dreams of becoming a director gradually transitioned into a music career that defies genres and stays true to her authentic self. She speaks candidly about her life as a new mom, the challenges of postpartum depress...

We’re back with another IRL #TakeAways. The in-between audio-only podcast where Angie and special guests reflect on episode responses, takeaways, and highlights. 

On this week’s #TakeAways Angie , Executive producer Brittany, and Nyla discuss the best moments from Ashanti's comeback episode. They discuss lessons from motherhood about selflessness and protection, how one can find happiness in unexpected places and h...

Ashanti's Triumphant Return: Love, Motherhood, and Manifesting 

In this heartwarming episode of the Angie Martinez IRL Podcast, Angie welcomes back Ashanti as her first reoccurring guest. Ashanti opens up about her journey over the past two years, sharing the joy of becoming a mother and wife, reconnecting with Nelly, and navigating through their past to find love again. She reflects on lessons learned from marriage and mother...