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The Cruz Show Podcast
Hosted by REAL 92.3 (KRRL) · EN
The Cruz Show Podcast takes you behind the scenes of the #1 Afternoon Show in Los Angeles. J Cruz, Jackie Ramirez, Jeff “The Sports Dude” Garcia, Nico Blitz & DJ Lezlee clown each other about their lives, talk Hip Hop & The Culture & get into what happens behind the scenes during the show & interviews. The Cruz Show is LIVE on Real 923 in Los Angeles afternoons from 2-7pm. You can listen live on the iHeart Radio App
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EP: 842 - Lizzo Interview (uncensored)
3w ago00:19:56Tap to summarizeLizzo stopped by the Cruz Show to talk about her music album BITCH + she talked about the emotional support she gets from SZA & explains why she's afraid of Rihanna. Lizzo also talks about healing, the algorithm & so much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EP: 841- Marlon Wayans Interview
3w ago00:29:19Tap to summarizeMarlon Wayans came through the Cruz Show to celebrate Scary Movie 6 being the #1 movie in the world! Marlon also suggested that Cruz tried to get him cancelled during his previous interview. He also thanked Latinos for supporting the movie, joked about his entire family being in the movie, White Chicks 2 & maybe even Scary Movie 7!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EP 840- Ludacris Interview (uncensored)
3w ago00:24:52Tap to summarizeLudacris came by the Cruz Show to play us his new music with Glorilla & he also told us great stories about Snoop Dogg & J Cole. J Cruz asked him about artists he wished he would've signed, and you won't believe his answer!! Cruz & Luda also joked about making Tacos + he showed love to Kendrick & his daughter's show win Netflix & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EP: 839 - Yung Miami Interview (uncensored)
May 2700:19:44Tap to summarizeYung Miami came by the Cruz Show to talk about her new music & the Pop that Remix. Yung Miami also talked about life lessons, the school drop off lines, giving her fans bags & more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EP: 838 - Shoreline Mafia Interview (uncensored)
May 2700:28:06Tap to summarizeShoreline Mafia came through the Cruz Show came through The Cruz Show to talk about their new EP Bidness is Boomin' - OhGeesy & Fenix talked about being sober, the cost of fame, playing the Forum & more. Checkin for a great convo with Shoreline Mafia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EP 837: Swerve Stickland Interview (uncensored)
May 2700:42:11Tap to summarizeSwerve Strickland came by the Cruz Show to talk about this new music with Max B, Raekwon & more + his AEW wrestling career, acting and so much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EP: 836- Chiquis Interview (uncensored)
May 2700:25:56Tap to summarizeGood friend of the Cruz Show Chiquis Rivera stopped by to talk about her new album Janney. She told us some great stories about her new music, family & more. It's always a great vibe when Chiquis comes through.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EP 835: Cruz Show After Hours Podcast 4/22/26- Drake Expectations, MJ Movie Review & More
Apr 2200:21:49Tap to summarizeOn this episode of the Cruz Show Podcast The Team broke down what they expect from Drake's Iceman album + the team debated Complex's "Hottest Rappers" List. Cruz & Lezlee reviewed the new Michael Jackson movie & Jackie explained how whales came from deers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EP: 834- Akon Interview (uncensored)
Apr 2200:37:34Tap to summarizeAkon pulled up to The Cruz Show and kept it all the way real. From AI and the future of music to ownership, touring with Ne‑Yo, and why he doesn’t believe in struggling just to prove a point, this conversation goes everywhere — and it feels like game the whole time. He talks about his new album Beautiful Day, the idea behind his “Ringtone” record, staying young by choosing peace, and why business has to come before feelings. Akon also breaks down how artists should think about AI, gives major insight on Jay‑Z’s impact on the Super Bowl, and weighs in on Kanye, cancellation, and consequences in today’s climate. Plus, there are classic laugh‑out‑loud moments about hair, touring, legacy, and why retirement didn’t stick. Real talk, gems, and energy — this one’s worth the full watch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EP 833: Paul Elia Interview (uncensored)
Apr 2200:24:13Tap to summarizeComedian Paul Elia joins the Cruz Show for an honest, hilarious, and deeply personal conversation about his stand‑up special “Good Son.” From getting married and navigating immigrant family expectations to funding his own comedy special and even hiring a clown coach, Paul breaks down the craft, fear, and faith behind his work. Paul opens up about growing up Chaldean Assyrian, the pressure of being a “good son,” arranged marriages, cultural respect, and how silence, pacing, and physical comedy shape his stand‑up. He also dives into the realities of releasing a comedy special on YouTube, battling algorithms, running ads, and why comedians today have to bet on themselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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