Gold Minds with Kevin Hart

Kevin is joined by Saturday Night Live’s Kenan Thompson. Kenan and Kevin talk about Kenan’s many years at Saturday Night Live, seeing Dave Chappelle perform at Madison Square Garden, how he made it out of Nickelodeon, and the highlights of his 30 year career.

One Song Feed Drop: This week, Kevin introduces you to ONE SONG — the podcast where co-hosts Diallo Riddle ( Emmy-nominated star and creator of HBO Max's South Side and IFC's Sherman's Showcase) and Blake "LUXXURY" Robin will hilariously break down ONE SONG from the pop music canon that you know - or need to know. This time, Diallo and Luxxury mark the 50th anniversary of hip hop by diving deep into the Notorious B.I.G classic, Mo Money Mo Problems. Join the guys as they break down the song's use of a disco beat Stevie J's unique contributions, and prepare to feel chills when you hear Biggie's isolated vocals. Listen to One Song every Wednesday on Sirius XM and on Thursdays, wherever you listen to your favorite podcast.

In this week's episode of Gold Minds, Kevin sits down with a journalist, editor, New York Times bestselling author, and television host, Elaine Welteroth. The former editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue talks about her motherhood journey, balancing the demands of being multihyphenate, including acting as a judge on Project Runway.

Kevin chats with five-time New York Times bestseller, podcaster, and journalist Malcom Gladwell. The two revisit Gladwell's curious upbringing in Canada his illustrious writing career, and bond over a love for basketball on this week's episode of Gold Minds.

This week, Kevin is in conversation with the renowned stylist, costume designer, and creative director, June Ambrose. June reflects on her career spanning over 25 years, telling visual stories and collaborating with hip-hop's finest Busta Rhymes, Diddy, and Missy Elliott, and her role as creative director of women's basketball for Puma.

Kevin sits down with hip-hop legend-turned-actor LL Cool J. They discuss his long-standing entertainment career, the evolution of Rock The Bells, and hip-hop's upcoming 50th anniversary.

This week, Kevin sits down with stand-up comedian, actress, and writer Punkie Johnson. They two delve into Punkie's journey through the LA comedy circuit, her dreams of becoming an action star, and her new advice podcast, Love Thang.

In this episode Kevin sits down with legendary comedian and host of the Late Show, David Letterman. They discuss topics such as his favorite guests on the show, his top comedians on the scene right now, his 33-year career as a late night host, and what’s next for the comedy icon.

Kevin Hart is joined by writer, producer, actor, showrunner and DJ Diallo Riddle on this week’s episode.

We’re switching things up this week with a special episode of STRAIGHT FROM THE HART, presented by Extra Refreshers Gum. On today’s episode, recorded live from Hartbeat Weekend in Las Vegas, hosts Kevin Hart and The Plastic Cup Boyz are joined by boxing superstar Shawn Porter. You can catch new episodes of STRAIGHT FROM THE HART every Tuesday and Thursday on Kevin Hart’s LOL Radio, SiriusXM Ch. 96. GOLD MINDS will be back next week with a brand new episode.

Kevin Hart is joined by writer, director, actor, and comedy icon Seth Rogen on this week’s episode. The two discuss everything from his work with Judd Apatow, to the controversy surrounding his movie ‘The Interview’, and the lessons he learned from Lorne Michaels about how to make a great film.

This week Kevin sits down with writer, director, and showrunner Paul Feig. They talk about his unique ability to work with and nurutre stars, his new found commiment to gin, and the new season of his FX show Minx.

This week Kevin Hart sits down with comedian and host of The Daily Show, Trevor Noah. The two discuss how Trevor was offered the hosting job from Jon Stewart, what it was like to take over as host of such an iconic show, how he started out as a comedian in South Africa, and the comedy formula used by most late night hosts for material.

This week, Kevin Harts sits down with actor, businesswoman, and friend Gabrielle Union. They discuss Gab's legendary acting career and business ventures and give us a behind-the-scenes look at their friendship. Keep an eye out for her upcoming Netflix romantic comedy, The Perfect Find, and her BET Plus special, Gabrielle Union: My Journey to 50.

Gold Minds goes LIVE this week, and Kevin Hart sits down with Miami legend DJ Khaled. The two discuss building a solid personal brand, his commitment to family, faith, and positivity, and the power of social media.

Kevin Hart sits down with comedians Amy Schumer, Russell Peters and Steve Harvey to talk balancing a career and parenthood, receiving criticism from other comics and turning stand-up into a business.

Kevin Hart sits down with Benny Blanco to talk his career as a producer, his fear of flying, his love for cooking, and dealing with anxiety.

Kevin Hart sits down with Charlamagne Tha God to talk about his career, the evolution of The Breakfast Club, and his journey with therapy.

Kevin Hart sits down with Terry Crews to talk about growing up in Flint, Michigan, giving up art to pursue a career in the NFL and doing the work to repair a generational wound that almost split his family apart.

This week, Kevin sits down with hip-hop royalty! M-E-T-H-O-D Man joins the show to talk about his legacy, his role on the hit show Power, and the future of hip hop.

Kevin Hart chats with director, writer and producer Neil Burger about brining his character in The Upside to life, creating untraditional paths in the film industry and what it's like working with some of the greatest actors of our generation.

Kevin Hart trades business advice with Shark Tank investor and FUBU founder Daymond Johns. Daymond is the author of the New York Times Best selling children's book Little Daymond Learns to Earn. The business mogul shares his tips for a successful career in business, the importance of curating a positive friend group, and the person in his life who first- inspired his entrepreneurial spirit.

Kevin is joined by the loquacious and illustrious Stephen A. Smith for a conversation about his career in sports journalism, beef with Kyrie Irving, and why he decided to try his hand at late-night television.

This week, Kevin sits down with actor and podcaster Jason Bateman. They discuss Jason’s new podcasting career, his shift into directing, and the surprising way that Jason inspired Kevin to create one of his favorite projects.

This week, Kevin Harts sits down with actor, writer and producer Lena Waithe. They discuss creating equitable opportunities for diverse creators, how they decide who to work with in the industry and bringing the city of Chicago to life on the screen.

This week Kevin is joined by journalist and anchor Anderson Cooper. They discuss Anderson’s approach to parenting, the path to journalism that Anderson thinks you shouldn’t follow, and Kevin’s infamous live New Year’s Eve callout of CNN.

This week Kevin is joined by filmmaker and producer Ryan Coogler. They discuss Ryan’s journey to creating his debut film FruitVale Station, his partnership and friendship with star Michael B. Jordan, his first meeting with Slyvester Stallone on the road to the creation of the Creed franchise, and so much more.

Kevin sits down with Actor and Comedian Bill Burr to discuss Bill’s recent Saturday Night Live monologue, their Covid-19 quarantine experiences and the last time they each cried.

Kevin talks with comedian and writer Mike Birbiglia on this episode. They discuss topics such as coming up on New Faces at JFL at the same time, bombing at his first headliner gigs, taking advice from the older generation, and how he used his sleepwalking to his comedic advantage.

This week Kevin is joined by comedian, author, and rising superstar Ms. Pat. They discuss everything from her new show, The Ms. Pat Show, to her 20 year journey to where she is in the comedy world now, and how she uses her family and their shared experiences to inform her stand-up routine.

Kevin is joined by comedian and actor JB Smoove on this week’s episode of Comedy Gold Minds. Topics range from working together on The Real Husbands of Hollywood, to how JB got his iconic role starring alongside Larry David on Curb Your Enthusiasm, and how his comedy style found him working with shows like Saturday Night Live and Conan.

This week Kevin Hart is joined by comedian, actress, and writer Wanda Sykes. They discuss how she started writing for Chris Rock, why she thinks there’s no such thing as cancel culture, knowing her audience and what they enjoy, and why she’s excited for the future of comedy.

On this exciting new episode of Comedy Gold Minds, Kevin is joined by actor, director, and comedic powerhouse Ben Stiller. The two discuss all things comedy, including growing up with comedic parents Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, creating The Ben Stiller Show, what it’s like to act and direct a film at the same time, and why he thinks his movie Tropic Thunder would never get made today.

This week Kevin is joined by comedian and television host Conan O’Brien on Comedy Gold Minds. O’Brien discusses everything including his start at SNL as a writer, how Lorne Michaels helped him get his big break in late night TV, his podcast ‘Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend’, and what he’d like to do next in the entertainment world.

Actor, comedian, and SNL alum David Spade joins Kevin Hart on this week’s episode of Comedy Gold Minds. The two talk about Spade’s start in comedy in Scottsdale, Arizona, working on Saturday Night Live at the same time as Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Chris Farley, and other comedic powerhouses, and why he still likes to pop up at comedy clubs to work on new material.

Kevin Hart is joined this time by comedian and actress Niecy Nash. The pair have an in-depth conversation about Nash’s start in comedy, breaking into the world of TV and Film, the advice she received from Bernie Mac while working on his show, and how her brother’s murder affected her at a young age.

Kevin is joined by comedian and actress Awkwafina on this episode. They discuss her rise from YouTube star to blockbuster actress, working with companies like Marvel and Comedy Central, the time she starred with Kevin in Jumanji, and why there’s no handbook on how to deal with fame and success.

All New! Kevin is joined by comedian and actor Eddie Griffin this week on Comedy Gold Minds. From being homeless in Los Angeles to being taken in by the legendary owner of The Comedy Store, Mitzi Shore, Kevin and Eddie discuss it all and more. They also talk comedy beginnings, the UPN Network, and trying sushi for the first time with Eddie Murphy.

On this episode Kevin sits down with comedian, actor, and sitcom legend Ray Romano. The two discuss how Ray got his big break from David Letterman, the success of his TV show ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’, why he prefers stand-up and performing over directing, and what he thinks his next step in comedy will be.

This episode Kevin talks with comedian, actor, and legend Martin Lawrence. They discuss how the show Martin and characters like Dragon Fly Jones and Sheneneh Jenkins came about, how Def Jam allowed him to showcase his unique comedy style, his career in movies and TV, and where his comedic genius comes from.

Kevin Hart is joined this time by comedian and actress Niecy Nash. The pair have an in-depth conversation about Nash’s start in comedy, breaking into the world of TV and Film, the advice she received from Bernie Mac while working on his show, and how her brother’s murder affected her at a young age.

Kevin is joined by Saturday Night Live’s Kenan Thompson. Kenan and Kevin talk about Kenan’s many years at Saturday Night Live, seeing Dave Chappelle perform at Madison Square Garden, how he made it out of Nickelodeon, and the highlights of his 30 year career.

Kevin is back with a BRAND NEW episode of Comedy Gold Minds, featuring the hilarious stand-up comedian Tim Dillon. Tim tells Kevin about his life, how his parents wanted him to pursue acting instead of comedy, his 12-year sobriety journey, and why he thinks more people should pursue what makes them happy in life.

Kevin sits down with comedian and star of the newly released film Easter Sunday, Jo Koy. The two discuss coming up on Chelsea Lately together, proving to his mother that comedy was a real career, and how he gained his confidence as a Filipino comic in America today.

This week on another brand-new episode of Comedy Gold Minds, Kevin is joined by comedian, actress and podcaster Whitney Cummings. From her experience with Al-Anon to why she sees her energy as currency and her new Netflix special “Jokes”, nothing is off the table in this interview between the two friends.

BRAND NEW: Kevin is back and joined by comedian, writer, and actor, David A. Arnold on Comedy Gold Minds this week. The pair talk all things comedy including developing and selling a show together at Hulu, being told he wasn’t marketable by BET, why timing is everything in the entertainment industry, and his new Netflix special “David A. Arnold: It Ain’t for the Weak”.

This week Kevin is joined by comedian and actor D.L. Hughley. They discuss how standup comedy has changed, how to stay authentic to the craft, the impact of The Kings of Comedy tour, and the comedians they admire.

Back with an all-new episode of Comedy Gold Minds, Kevin Hart is joined this time by comedian and actress Niecy Nash. The pair have an in-depth conversation about Nash’s start in comedy, breaking into the world of TV and Film, the advice she received from Bernie Mac while working on his show, and how her brother’s murder affected her at a young age.

On this exciting new episode of Comedy Gold Minds, Kevin is joined by actor, director, and comedic powerhouse Ben Stiller. The two discuss all things comedy, including growing up with comedic parents Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, creating The Ben Stiller Show, what it’s like to act and direct a film at the same time, and why he thinks his movie Tropic Thunder would never get made today.

Kevin Hart is joined by comedian and host of 'Smart, Funny, and Black Radio' Amanda Seales to celebrate the launch of her new show on Laugh Out Loud Radio. The two discuss how she started her career as a child actor, her unapologetic comedy style, the importance of her HBO special 'I Be Knowin', and her journey as a black female comic in this industry.

This week Kevin is joined by comedian Luenell on another all-new episode of Comedy Gold Minds. The pair discuss Luenell’s rise to fame, her start in Oakland, how she got her name the Original Bad Girl of Comedy, and what it’s like touring and working with comedic legend Katt Williams.

NEW: Kevin Hart is joined by comedian, actor, and TV host Joel McHale. The two discuss Joel's twelve year run as host of The Soup, working with legendary actors like Chevy Chase and Jack Black, moving from Seattle to Los Angeles to work in entertainment, and growing up with dyslexia.

All New! Kevin is joined by comedian and actor Eddie Griffin this week on Comedy Gold Minds. From being homeless in Los Angeles to being taken in by the legendary owner of The Comedy Store, Mitzi Shore, Kevin and Eddie discuss it all and more. They also talk comedy beginnings, the UPN Network, and trying sushi for the first time with Eddie Murphy.

This week Kevin is joined by comedian and television host Conan O’Brien on Comedy Gold Minds. O’Brien discusses everything including his start at SNL as a writer, how Lorne Michaels helped him get his big break in late night TV, his podcast ‘Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend’, and what he’d like to do next in the entertainment world.

Actor, comedian, and SNL alum David Spade joins Kevin Hart on this week’s episode of Comedy Gold Minds. The two talk about Spade’s start in comedy in Scottsdale, Arizona, working on Saturday Night Live at the same time as Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Chris Farley, and other comedic powerhouses, and why he still likes to pop up at comedy clubs to work on new material.

Kevin is joined by comedian and actor JB Smoove on this week’s episode of Comedy Gold Minds. Topics range from working together on The Real Husbands of Hollywood, to how JB got his iconic role starring alongside Larry David on Curb Your Enthusiasm, and how his comedy style found him working with shows like Saturday Night Live and Conan.

This week Kevin Hart is joined by comedian, actor, and prank master Eric André on Comedy Gold Minds. No topic is off limits as the two discuss Eric’s start in Hollywood as a performer, his fearless comedy pranks, almost being stabbed while filming his movie Bad Trip with Lil Rel Howrey in Atlanta, and his relationship with drugs and psychedelics including why Eric thinks everyone should try them at least once.

On an all new episode of Comedy Gold Minds, Kevin is joined by comedian, actor, writer, and director Aziz Ansari. The two have a detailed conversation about their rise to success in stand-up, how the show Master of None came about, where Aziz draws his inspiration from for his material, and Aziz’s experience in taking a step back from performing and work for time to himself.

This week Kevin is joined by comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan. The two discuss where Jim gets his inspiration, the fraternal bond that all comedians share, why Jerry Seinfeld told him he was jealous of his life, and the jokes that he thinks comedians laugh at most when they get off stage.

On this week’s episode Kevin is joined by actor and writer Danny McBride. They discuss topics such as his hit HBO show The Righteous Gemstones, why he prefers to play the part of the anti-hero in most of his projects, how he feels about critics, and why he chose to move to Charleston from Hollywood.

Kevin is joined by comedian and actor Gabriel Iglesias on this episode. They talk about how he came up with his nickname Fluffy, his promotional strategy when starting out in comedy, testing positive for COVID while in Texas, and how he went from selling homemade CD’s at his shows to a merchandise empire.

On this episode Kevin sits down with comedian, actor, and sitcom legend Ray Romano. The two discuss how Ray got his big break from David Letterman, the success of his TV show ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’, why he prefers stand-up and performing over directing, and what he thinks his next step in comedy will be.

On this episode we’re highlighting some of the best moments from Comedy Gold Minds so far! Featuring Kevin Hart’s conversations with comedy legends Amy Schumer, Russell Peters, and Steve Harvey.

This week Kevin Hart is joined by comedian, actress, and writer Wanda Sykes. They discuss how she started writing for Chris Rock, why she thinks there’s no such thing as cancel culture, knowing her audience and what they enjoy, and why she’s excited for the future of comedy.

Kevin Hart is joined by comedian and author Margaret Cho on this episode. The pair discuss how she started out in San Francisco with comedians like Patton Oswalt and Brian Posehn, how she’s mentored the next generation of Asian-American female comics, and the time she smoked weed with Snoop Dogg and Cheech & Chong.

This week Kevin Hart sits down with comedian and host of The Daily Show, Trevor Noah. The two discuss how Trevor was offered the hosting job from Jon Stewart, what it was like to take over as host of such an iconic show, how he started out as a comedian in South Africa, and the comedy formula used by most late night hosts for material.

Kevin Hart is joined by writer, director, actor, and comedy icon Seth Rogen on this week’s episode. The two discuss everything from his work with Judd Apatow, to the controversy surrounding his movie ‘The Interview’, and the lessons he learned from Lorne Michaels about how to make a great film.

Another great episode this week as Kevin Hart is joined by comedian Amanda Seales. The two discuss how she started her career as a child actor, her unapologetic comedy style, the importance of her HBO special 'I Be Knowin', and her journey as a black female comic in this industry.

On this episode we're celebrating some of the best moments from Comedy Gold Minds so far. Featuring Kevin Hart's interviews with Sarah Silverman, Hasan Minhaj, and Bill Burr.

On this episode Kevin talks with comedian, actor, and author, Patton Oswalt. The two discuss their shared love of the comedy artform, where Patton’s greatest comedy influences came from, how he learned to evolve his material over time, and what it was like performing with Dave Chappelle at his first ever open mic in Washington DC.

This week Jim Jefferies joins Kevin on the podcast. They discuss everything from how a punch to the head became his big break in comedy, being asked to be a judge on Australia’s Got Talent, what it’s like performing at atheist conventions, and the difference between going sober in the US and in Australia.

This week Kevin is joined by comedian, author, and rising superstar Ms. Pat. They discuss everything from her new show, The Ms. Pat Show, to her 20 year journey to where she is in the comedy world now, and how she uses her family and their shared experiences to inform her stand-up routine.

This episode Kevin talks with comedian, actor, and legend Martin Lawrence. They discuss how the show Martin and characters like Dragon Fly Jones and Sheneneh Jenkins came about, how Def Jam allowed him to showcase his unique comedy style, his career in movies and TV, and where his comedic genius comes from.

Kevin is joined by comedian and actress Awkwafina on this episode. They discuss her rise from YouTube star to blockbuster actress, working with companies like Marvel and Comedy Central, the time she starred with Kevin in Jumanji, and why there’s no handbook on how to deal with fame and success.

On this episode Kevin talks with comedian and writer Chris Spencer. They discuss Chris’s career as a comedian, why he feels he’s ready for the next level of stardom, the time Kevin offered Chris a job as the head of his company, and why he may be the most connected man in Hollywood.

This week Kevin sits down with comedian and friend Chelsea Handler. They talk about their work together on her show Chelsea Lately, how she used the show to give comedians their moment in the spotlight, how her stand-up has changed as she’s gotten older, and what she hopes to do next in the entertainment industry.

While Kevin is on vacation, celebrate some of the best moments from Comedy Gold Minds so far, featuring interviews with Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall, Jerry Seinfeld, and Tiffany Haddish.

In this episode Kevin sits down with legendary comedian and host of the Late Show, David Letterman. They discuss topics such as his favorite guests on the show, his top comedians on the scene right now, his 33-year career as a late night host, and what’s next for the comedy icon.

Kevin talks with comedian and writer Mike Birbiglia on this episode. They discuss topics such as coming up on New Faces at JFL at the same time, bombing at his first headliner gigs, taking advice from the older generation, and how he used his sleepwalking to his comedic advantage.

On this episode comedian, writer, and director Neal Brennan joins Kevin Hart. They talk about his work with Dave Chappelle on Chappelle’s Show, the time ‘Half Baked’ went up against Titanic at the box office, and why he sees writing as his superpower now.

In this episode Kevin sits down with legendary comedian Bruce Bruce. Kevin and Bruce discussed the importance of Atlanta’s Club 559, why Bruce wants to put out his own cookbook, and how he got the job of hosting BET’s ComicView.

Kevin sits down with comedian Gary Gulman to discuss his writing process, the hustle of being a comic in New York City, how touring with comics like Dane Cook and Robert Kelly led him to depression, and why he likes to use that depression and other experiences to influence his comedy.

Judd Apatow joins Kevin Hart to discuss his career as a comedian, how he transitioned from the stage to writing some of the most successful comedy movies of all time, and how working with other comedians and actors like Ben Stiller and Jim Carrey helped him find his voice in the comedy space.

Adele Givens joins Kevin Hart to talk about the impact of the Queens of Comedy tour, how Def Comedy Jam created a space for black comics, and what it was like to work with other comedy legends like Sommore, Russell Simmons, and Martin Lawrence.

Kevin sits down with comedian Sebastian Maniscalco to talk all things comedy, how he started out in the industry, how his upbringing differed from that of his wife and kids, and how the pandemic influenced his next comedy tour.

Kevin sits down with comedian Jo Koy to discuss coming up on Chelsea Lately together, proving to his mother that comedy was a real career, and how he gained his confidence as a Filipino comic in America today.

Adam McKay joins Kevin to talk about creating Funny or Die with Will Ferrell, how films like Anchorman, Talladega Nights, and Step Brothers were made, how he moved from movies to TV, and why he and Ferrell decided to step away from their partnership.

Kevin talks to comedian Russell Peters about his start in stand-up in Canada, how comedian Patrice O’Neal helped mentor him towards success, and how he tapped into the immigrant market and became a worldwide sensation.

Kevin sits down with Grammy winning comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish to talk about her journey from homelessness to stardom, tearing her meniscus while filming her Black Mitzvah special, her reaction to winning the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album in 2021, and how she’s helping the next generation find a path to success in the entertainment industry.

Actor and Comedian Marlon Wayans joins Kevin to talk about working in the industry for over 30 years, how the Scary Movie franchise was taken from him, how his brothers inspire him, and how his quarantine beard finally shaped up.

Comedian, Actor, and Director Bob Saget sits down with Kevin to talk about coming up in Philly, how he went from America’s dad on the screen in Full House back to his raunchy comedy on the stage, and how he remembers comic legends we’ve lost like Bernie Mac and Robin Williams.

Kevin talks with comedian, actress, and friend Mo’Nique about saying no to Tyler Perry, Oprah Winfrey, and Lee Daniels, being blackballed in Hollywood, and how the lows and highs of her life have affected her happiness.

Kevin sits down with the hilarious Amy Schumer to talk about how motherhood has changed her comedy, accidentally naming her son ‘genital’ for a month, and how your sex life changes once you are a parent.

Kevin talks with comedic legend EarthQuake about the origins of his name, what it’s like being a comedian’s comedian, and the time Kevin and Quake went through divorces at the same time.

Comedic powerhouse Sarah Silverman joins Kevin to talk about the issue of cancel culture, pushing the boundaries as a performer, and the importance of places like the Comedy Cellar for all types of stand-up’s.

Host, businessman, and comedic powerhouse Steve Harvey joins Kevin Hart to talk about being homeless while starting out in comedy, how multiple sources of income have kept him on his feet, and how the legacy of the Kings of Comedy lives on today.

Kevin Hart talks with comedian and actor Zainab Johnson about her rise to comedic success, her opinion of Cancel Culture on the internet today, and how other comedians like Chris Rock and Keith Robinson helped her get to where she is.

Actor and comedic legend Cedric the Entertainer sits down with Kevin Hart to talk about the groundbreaking Kings of Comedy tour, performing on Def Comedy Jam and ComicView, and working with other comedic greats like D.L. Hughley, Steve Harvey, and Bernie Mac.

Kevin sits down with actor, writer and comedian Affion Crockett to discuss his career along with an 18 yearlong running stare down bit between Affion and Kevin that always gets a reaction.