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The Crew Has It
Hosted by Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. · EN
Hosted by actors Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo, The Crew Has It is a culture-forward podcast tapping into entertainment, music, ambition, and what’s happening right now.
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LaToya Tonodeo’s Preparation For Diana Tejada, Nemesis, Sexxy Red + More EP 84 | The Crew Has It
Jun 201:18:19Tap to summarizeLaToya Tonodeo is in the building! Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. sit down with the woman behind Diana Tejada to recap her journey through Power Book II: Ghost. We’re talking character arcs and how she navigated the complex world of the Tejada crime family. Whether you’re a Day 1 Power fan or just catching up on the spin-offs, this episode is packed with gems about the acting grind, building chemistry with the cast, and the viral moments that had social media in a frenzy. Turn $5 into $50 on https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CREW Ready to reach your goals? Visit http://hims.com/CREW to get a personalized, affordable plan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Shameik Moore is Breeze in Power, Miles Morales in Spider-Verse + Raekown EP 83 | The Crew Has It
May 2601:13:33Tap to summarizeIn this episode, the multi-talented Shameik Moore joins Gianni Paolo and Kris D. Lofton! From his iconic role as Miles Morales in Spider-Verse to his incredible portrayal of Raekwon in Wu-Tang: An American Saga, to playing Branford “Breeze” Frady in Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Shameik breaks down his creative process and his journey in the industry. Don’t miss this deep dive into acting, music, and the legacy of these massive franchises. Turn $5 into $50 on https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CREW Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at http://square.com/go/CREW! #squarepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Deshae Frost: Compton to Capaholics House, Kai Cenat & DDG + SWAT Acting EP 82 | The Crew Has It
May 1901:09:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Crew Has It, Michael and Gianni sit down with multitalented creator Deshae Frost. Deshae opens up about his journey from pursuing acting at age 12—landing roles on shows like S.W.A.T.—to the pivotal moment he realized social media was his true calling. He shares the "broke to million-subscriber" story, the reality of the audition process in Hollywood, and how he transitioned into the world of high-stakes streaming with Kai Cenat and DDG. Deshae also dives into his viral travel stories, including an unforgettable (and controversial) trip to Jamaica with Michael Rainey Jr. For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at http://Mengotomars.com Find LUCY near you at http://lucy.com/stores or save 20% on your first online order at http://lucy.co/CREW with promo code CREW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ethan Cutkosky on Playing Young Tommy Egan + White Boy Carl Era of Shameless EP 81 | The Crew Has It
May 1201:09:17Tap to summarizeEthan Cutkosky joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to dive deep into his legendary 11-season run on Shameless, his "White Boy Carl" era, and the wild stories from growing up on set. From nearly quitting acting before booking his breakout role to his infamous arrest in Burbank and his unexpected connection to the Power Universe as young Tommy Egan, Ethan holds nothing back. Plus, the guys talk about his new passion for Jiu-Jitsu, traveling to Brazil, his music career as EKAT19, and what it was really like working alongside icons like William H. Macy and Adam Sandler. Head to https://www.tryfum.com/CREW to get your free gift with purchase, and start The Good Habit today! Turn $5 into $50 on https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CREW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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