Killer Mike is turning his voice into more than just music — he’s officially stepping into the podcast world with a bold new show designed to shake up conversations and challenge perspectives.
On August 13, the Grammy-winning rapper, activist, and Run the Jewels frontman debuted Conversate with Killer Mike, a podcast co-hosted by his longtime friend and former Outkast DJ, Cutmaster Swiff. Described as “hitting like your favorite mixtape,” the series promises raw, real, and unapologetic dialogue on culture, politics, and the issues shaping our everyday lives.
“I created the show because I think people need to converse more,” Mike told press. “We need to sit with people who don’t look like us, aren’t from the same background, and don’t even see the world the same way — and just have conversation. That’s how we grow.”
Not Your Everyday Podcast
The show’s tongue-in-cheek name sets the tone: this isn’t a sterile, scripted production. Conversate with Killer Mike blends “roundtable-style dialogue” with a rotating cast of sharp, opinionated voices. Expect a mix of bars and business, books and barbershop banter, and a vibe that’s equal parts streetwise and scholarly.
Mike says the goal is to leave listeners with something more than entertainment.
“I hope listeners walk away with a slightly different understanding of perspectives that may not be like their own,” he explained.
Power, Politics, and Real Talk
From hip-hop history to hard-hitting political truths, Killer Mike isn’t shying away from tough conversations. One of the first episodes dives into advice from a former Atlanta mayor, who bluntly breaks down how power really works:
“It comes down to, what the f*** are you gonna do about it? Either you’re bullying, you’re being bullied, or you’re doing something about it.”
Mike says that level of honesty is exactly what’s missing from much of today’s media.
“It takes us back to when shows like All in the Family and The Jeffersons were on — when people weren’t coddled like babies and we could actually debate ideas without falling apart,” he said.
A New Chapter for a Cultural Voice
Killer Mike is no stranger to using his platform to challenge the status quo — from outspoken political activism to thought-provoking music, he’s built a reputation for blending art with advocacy. With Conversate, he’s carving out a space for nuanced, unfiltered dialogue in a media landscape often dominated by soundbites.
The podcast is available now on all major streaming platforms, with new episodes dropping regularly. Fans can follow @conversatewithkillermike for behind-the-scenes content, exclusive clips, and updates.
Whether you’re tuning in for the political insight, the hip-hop nostalgia, or the no-holds-barred cultural commentary, Killer Mike’s latest venture might just be your new favorite listen.
