The Breakfast Club – Michael Blackson Talks Honest Open Relationships, Respecting His Women & Why America Is Fvcked
Date: September 29, 2025
Podcast: The Breakfast Club (iHeartPodcasts)
Hosts: DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, Charlamagne Tha God
Guest: Michael Blackson
Episode Overview
In this candid and lively episode, comedian Michael Blackson joins The Breakfast Club to discuss his unconventional approach to relationships, experiences with co-parenting, investment in Ghana, navigating American citizenship, and his career trajectory. Blackson keeps it real about open relationships, respect for women, the state of America, and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in fame. The conversation is full of humor, honesty, and behind-the-scenes insights into his personal life and professional journey.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
Michael’s Approach to Politics and President Trump
- Unity Over Critique: Blackson expresses a pragmatic stance towards political leaders, arguing for working with whoever is in power rather than constant criticism.
- Quote: “I’m all about whoever’s in office. Try to get whatever you get out of them instead of just killing them every day… It’s not going to help.” — Michael Blackson [03:22]
- Cultural Reference: He draws a parallel between political leaders in Africa and the U.S., emphasizing adaptability.
- “In Africa…the leaders are the rich ones…you have to work with if you want to get anything done…so I kept that same energy.” — Michael Blackson [03:53]
- On Criticism: Michael believes bashing politicians is counter-productive, referencing DL Hughley’s approach to roasting Trump.
Co-Parenting and Family Dynamics
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Child Support and Co-Parenting Realities: Blackson reflects on the difficulties of the past 18 years raising twins and the challenges of co-parenting with their mother.
- Shared a humorous but earnest story of using an app (“Family Wizard”) for court-monitored communication. [05:32]
- Acknowledges his kids’ mother: “She did a great job raising my boys…they are A students in college…and I’m very proud of them.” [06:27]
- Memorable Moment: “Please, it’s always best, like, let the woman find some dick. Cause dick calms women down.” [06:49]
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With Fiancee Rada: Talks about the new dynamic with his current partner, her postpartum experience, and how television and social media blur public and private boundaries. [07:55]
Honest Open Relationships
- Transparency About Polygamy: Michael openly discusses his inability to commit to one woman, and being honest about it since day one with his partner Rada. [10:48]
- “I realized that I just can’t be with one person, and I’ve been honest from the door.” — Michael Blackson [11:00]
- Contractual Agreements: Rada gave him a “quota” of how many women he could see per month (originally once a month, which he sometimes exceeded).
- “Most of the chicks that I mess with been around for, like, four or five years…and she felt like that’s a relationship as well.” — Michael Blackson [12:08]
- Boundaries and Respect: Michael maintains transparency, respect, and keeps "receipts" in all extra-relationship encounters for accountability, giving advice to younger men in the entertainment industry about protecting themselves.
- “You always have receipts…You have to be careful…Never leave room for anybody to accuse you of anything.” — Michael Blackson [13:24]
Life as a Public Figure
- Love & Hip Hop Miami: Blackson joins the new season, describing it as “the Michael Blackson Show,” and shares how it’s impacting his personal life. [08:54/16:43]
- Missing Son’s Birth: Shares a comical story of missing the birth of his son due to hunger, cold, and getting lost at a hospital in Arizona, highlighting his long-distance, residence-swap relationship style. [17:12]
- “I left…drove like 20 minutes to go find something…put in the GPS, pull up and it’s the wrong hospital…” — Michael Blackson [18:27]
- Long-Distance Marriage: Michael and Rada live in separate cities (LA, Arizona, Delaware, Ghana), meeting every other week; he prefers not to cohabitate.
Stand-Up Comedy, Legacy, and Investments
- Building a Legacy in Ghana: Michael discusses building a free school in his home village for underprivileged children, the complications with government bonds, and his aversion to fundraising.
- Quote: “When I finally did it…I see my name on the school and I see the kids happy…that’s what a legacy is.” [26:21]
- “If I say I’m gonna do something, I’m gonna do it. As long as I’m working… I’m paying it.” [45:08]
- Comedy for All Audiences: Blackson shares differences in humor between African diasporas and the importance of adapting material for diverse audiences, especially when performing specials in Ghana during “Dirty December.” [39:19]
- “As a professional doing this for 30 years, you have to learn how to make adjustments on stage and in life, period.” [39:52]
- America as a Career Platform: Notes that his main income is still from stand-up, not branding, and that maintaining one’s fanbase is key as tastes change. [46:19]
Navigating American Citizenship
- Citizenship Struggles: Blackson finally became a U.S. citizen after 30 years, in large part thanks to Rada’s encouragement and after overcoming bureaucratic hurdles like inconsistent tax payments.
- “I passed the test…and that day, this motherfucker did not want me to be a citizen…He said, well, it wasn’t consistent enough…So you’re not an honest person.” [29:27]
- Initially he resented the system, only applying to ease travel, not out of patriotic sentiment.
- America “Being Fvcked”: Michael and the hosts weigh in on the state of American politics, the presidency, and their “underdog” voting mentalities. Blackson admits he rooted for Trump—the “comedic president”—for the jokes, not policy. [31:25]
- “There was nothing funny about Kamala…We need somebody to make fun of!” [31:38]
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “You got to treat women right and be honest…and always have receipts.” — Michael Blackson [14:13]
- “I didn’t want to start over. I just got lazy with my pull-out game.” — Michael Blackson [05:11]
- “It’s always best, like, let the woman find some dick. Cause dick calms women down.” — Michael Blackson [06:49]
- “As long as you can build a fan base, you can tell these jokes for life.” — Michael Blackson [46:19]
- “If the person is not laughing at it…I think they have to laugh somehow, some way.” — Michael Blackson on comedy boundaries [32:57]
- “When I finally did it…I see my name on the school and I see the kids are happy…that’s what a legacy is.” — Michael Blackson [26:21]
- “Never leave room for anybody to accuse you of anything…My nephew plays in the NFL, I tell him you need a receipt for everything you do.” — Michael Blackson [13:24]
- “I’m not a beggar…just something in me just hate asking for anything.” — Michael Blackson [45:08]
Important Timestamps
- 03:22 – Blackson on working with any president in power, not criticizing
- 05:32 – Using “Family Wizard” court-monitored app to communicate with ex
- 06:49 – Humor about conflict resolution in relationships
- 11:00 – Michael admits he cannot commit to monogamy; honesty in his relationship
- 12:08 – Explanation of the “relationship quota” and keeping it safe with “regulars”
- 13:24 – Advice to men on protecting themselves in affairs
- 18:27 – Story of missing the birth of his son
- 26:21 – On building the Michael Blackson Academy in Ghana and “legacy”
- 29:27 – Frustrating citizenship interview experience
- 31:38 – Admits supporting Trump for comedic material
- 39:52 – On adapting comedy styles internationally
- 46:19 – Earnings from stand-up vs. “the Michael Blackson brand”
Overall Tone & Style
The conversation is frank, full of humorous anecdotes, and often boasts a playful, sometimes irreverent tone typical of The Breakfast Club. Blackson is unflinchingly honest—about his flaws, his relationships, and his responsibilities back home and in America—using comedic wit to address serious topics like fatherhood, immigration, and personal legacy.
For listeners seeking a deeper understanding of Michael Blackson's ethos, this episode offers unfiltered insights into his comedy, his love life, his sense of responsibility, and his take on the state of America—always with a punchline and a lesson.