Top Billin’ With Bill Bellamy
by Breakbeat Media
What happens when you mix an actor, stand-up comedy great and hip-hop icon with a who’s who of celebrity guests? You get “Top Billin’ With Bill Bellamy,” the new weekly podcast coming to you live and direct from the Walk Of Fame on Hollywood Boulevard. Whether you know Bill from any of his stand-up shows, “How to Be a Player,” MTV Beach House or on Instagram cracking jokes and sharing tales from his storied career, you know Bill is the embodiment of culture and entertainment. So join Bill each week as he and your favorite musicians, actors, athletes and of course, comedians give you a candid view into Hollywood, current events, and the wide world of entertainment, past and present…with a funny twist! Come see who’s next on the bill and don’t miss a show! Top Billin’ is a Breakbeat Media production set in Hollywood, CA.
Episodes
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Ep. 76 feat. D.Smoke
It's your boy Bill Bellamy, and today, we've got an artistic genius in the house – the one and only D.Smoke! This episode is straight fire, filled with rhythm, vibes, and some real talk about the music game. We follow D.Smoke's journey, from the streets of Inglewood to winning Rhythm + Flow. He's...
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Ep. 75 feat. Kalan.FrFr
Yoo it's your man Bill Bellamy and today we've got a special guest in the building – the one and only Kalan.FrFr reppin’ Carson, CA! This episode is straight fire, packed with vibes, real talk, and Kalan's west coast energy! He shares the grind, the hustle, and the stories that shaped him into…
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Ep. 74 feat. Will Roundtree
We are in full swing of the holiday season and finances are top of mind for A LOT of people. From the price of gas to the cost of eggs, it’s crazy out here ya’ll! That’s why this week I sit down with real estate investor and credit/business coach Will Roundtree to talk about how to think...
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Ep. 73 feat. Nephew Tommy
This episode is pure comedy gold – from having his comedy chops and infamous prank calls sharpened by Rickey Smiley, touring with the late and legendary Luther Vandross, to his radio career run on The Steve Harvey morning show…. the laughter with Nephew Tommy is non-stop, genuine, and unfiltered!...
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Ep. 72 feat. Gary Owen
It's your main man, Bill Bellamy, and today's episode is straight-up legendary. I had the pleasure of connecting with the one and only Gary Owen while tearing up the stage in Chicago. This conversation is next-level hilarious and real. Gary's comedic genius is on full display, and we discuss his...
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Ep. 71 feat. Tony Roberts
It’s your boy Bill Bellamy and I finally linked up with a brother I've been talking about non-stop—Tony T Roberts. This is a special episode we recorded live and direct from Chicago! Tony is bringing that raw and unfiltered comedy, sharing stories everything from life on the road to the craziness...
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Ep. 70 feat. Valerie Mosley
It's your main man, Bill Bellamy, and today's episode is all about leveling up your financial game with a special guest who's well-versed in wealth building, Valerie Mosley. She is a financial executive and founder of BrightUp, and has a laser focus on supporting our communities, providing them…
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Ep. 69 feat. Eriq La Salle
Yoo we got a true entertainment heavyweight on the show - Eriq La Salle. This episode highlights his incredible journey as an actor, director, author, and producer. From 'Coming to America’ and ‘ER' to the director's chair, he's done it all! He’s got stories that'll blow your mind, in this…
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Ep. 68 Top Billin’ Topics
We’re back with another episode of Top Billin Topics where I discuss current events and if you have any type of Internet access then you are fully aware that there is nothing more current than the uproar that is Jada Pinkett Smith… and my only hope is that our good brother Will is somewhere safe...
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Ep. 67 w/Guy Torry
This week, I’m chopping it up with the one and only Guy Torry, and let me tell you, this episode is pure comedy gold! Guy and I go back 30 years and he is a legend in the comedy game! From the early days hustling in the comedy clubs to the big stages and Hollywood lights, Guy's got stories…
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Ep. 66 Top Billin’ Topics Premiere
It's your boy Bill Bellamy, and I've got something special for y’all today. Welcome to 'Top Billin' Topics' - a solo episode focused on my take on the wildest, craziest, and funniest stuff happening in the world right now. I’ve got the scoop and the jokes. We chop it up about Brittany Renner…
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Ep. 65 feat. Persephanii
This week I’m joined by model, comedian and therapist Persephanii to talk about how she went from working with juvenile sex offenders to becoming a successful media personality and entrepreneur. Stick around to the end to get some surprise bars from our guest! Executive Producers for Breakbeat:...
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Ep. 64 w/Juhahn Jones
Yo what’s up y’all! We got something special coming to you on this week’s TOP BILLIN’! Actor, comedian, and NAACP award winner Juhahn Jones is a viral sensation out here shaking up the game. This new generation of internet talent are GO GETTERS! Get ready for a dose of inspiration as we continue…
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Ep. 63 w/Vic Mensa
This week, we've got a hot episode lined up for you. Vic Mensa's in the house, and it's about to be LIT! We talk about Vic's transition from being “in the industry,” his deep hip-hop roots, his new album, VICTOR, dropping SEPTEMBER 15, and the intellectual genius behind his rhymes. But this…
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Ep. 62 feat. Yahki Awakened
This week’s episode is a MUST WATCH! As big as I am on health, it was only right that I brought my brother Yahki Awakened onto the show to spread the LIFE CHANGING WISDOM that’ll stick with you long after the episode. He’s a Master Herbalist and Certified Biochemist who can break down high level...
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Ep. 61 feat. Etienne Maurice
Welcome back to Top Billin’. This week we explore a topic that often gets overlooked but affects most families in different ways: mental health. This week our guest and founder of “Walk Good LA,” Etienne Maurice, delves into his personal journey with getting shot, vulnerability, asking for help,...
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Ep. 60 feat. Bigg Jah
What’s up family, today we got a special episode for you.. I’m joined by independent FILMMAKER, COMEDIAN, PRODUCER, and ACTOR, Jahdai Pickett aka BIGG JAH!! His charisma, energy, and body of work is CAPTIVATING! We talk about his process in creating the characters that you may already be familiar...
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Ep. 59 feat. Kevin Ross
This week I had the honor of sitting down with the one and only Kevin Ross, and we're diving deep into his world of music, soulful vibes, and creative genius. From his smooth vocals to his incredible songwriting skills, Kevin Ross is a true musical powerhouse who remains INDEPENDENT and has…
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Ep. 58 feat. Maeta
What’s up family! Today I had the pleasure of sitting down with Roc Nation’s incredibly talented artist, Maeta... and let me tell you, it was a breath of fresh air! Maeta takes us into her world of music, creativity, and soulful vibes. We're unraveling the stories behind her hit songs, how they...
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Ep. 57 feat. Tone Stith
TOP BILLIN’! It’s your main man Bill Bellamy, and trust me when I say you're in for a treat on this episode! I had the honor of sitting down with the phenomenally talented Tone Stith, and let me tell you, it's pure magic from start to finish! We’re diving deep into Tone's incredible journey as a...
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Ep. 56 feat. Stephen “Dr” Love
It's your boy Bill Bellamy, and I've got a special treat for you on this week's episode! I had an incredible conversation with the super talented movie producer Stephen “Dr” Love, who shares with us what it was like working with Jamie Foxx, John Boyega, Teyonah Parris, and J. Alphonse Nicholson.…
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Ep. 55 feat. Taye Diggs
If y’all only knew how long I’ve been waiting to bring our next guest into the Top Billin’ family...he’s a true powerhouse…none other than Taye Diggs! We delve into his early days in the industry and the pivotal moments that shaped his path. From the challenges he's faced to the triumphs he's...
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Ep. 54 feat. J Alphonse Nicholson
This week, I had the honor of sitting down with the talented and theatrically-trained, North Carolina-raised, J. Alphonse Nicholson, who you may know as “Lil’ Murda” from the hit show, “P-Valley” ! He’s a breakout talent who has since played alongside some of the greats, Octavia Spencer, Laurence...
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Ep. 53 feat. GaTa
This week, I sat down with the incredibly talented GaTa, the rapper, comedian, and breakout star of the hit show 'Dave.' We chop it up about music, comedy, and his journey to the top. GaTa opens up about his personal struggles with bipolar disorder and addiction. He's not holding anything back…
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Ep. 52 feat. Jeff Ross
This week I am joined by Roastmaster general extraordinaire and Jersey native, Jeff Ross! We pull back the curtain on the world of roast comedy and how Jeff has found the delicate balance between comedy and offense. We get his take on “cancel culture” and how comedians gotta understand their role...
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Ep. 51 feat. Dwyane Wade
My special guest for today is a three- time world champion, NBA Hall of Famer, Olympian, one of the few who can make retirement look so damn good.. none other than Flash himself, DWYANE WADE! We get into the details of his evolution on the court from leaving Marquette not knowing where he would...
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Ep. 50 feat. Rome Flynn
We had to have security clear a path for this week’s guest on Top BIllin’! The ladies love him, the fellas respect his hustle, and he’s a powerful force of talent. We welcome actor and singer Rome Flynn to the family! We talk about the Season 2 premiere of the romantic dramedy “With Love” on…
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Ep. 49 feat. Aries Spears
Known for his unmatched talent for impressions and razor-sharp comedic timing, my man, Aries Spears, stops by Top Billin’ bringing his A-game, giving us laughs from start to finish! We discuss needing to navigate the highs and lows of the comedy scene, sharing stories and insights that will have...
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Ep. 48 feat. Roland Martin
This week on Top Billin’ I sit down with the legendary Roland Martin! He’s a renowned journalist, author, television personality, and my friend! We dive deep into some pressing issues within journalism, politics, race, and the state of our Nation! No topic is off-limits! And as always, in true…
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Ep. 47 feat. Lil’ Rel
This week on Top Billin’ I sit down with the hilarious Lil Rel — with his infectious energy and quick wit, he takes center stage, sharing stories from his journey as a stand-up comedian and actor. We dive into the world of comedy, discussing the art of crafting hilarious jokes, finding…
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Ep. 46 feat. Wendy Raquel Robinson
Known for her unforgettable roles in hit TV shows like 'The Steve Harvey Show' and 'The Game,' we have the incredibly talented Wendy Raquel Robinson in the building! Her infectious energy and captivating stories set this episode off the chain! We take a deep dive into her journey in the...
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Ep. 45 feat. Stephen A. Smith
Who gonna keep it realer than real?! None other than one of thee biggest names in sports media.... my good friend, Stephen. A. Smith! With his signature fiery personality and bold opinions, Stephen gives us an inside look at his journey to the top of the industry, sharing stories of the…
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Ep. 44 feat Larenz Tate
This episode is one to celebrate! My dear brotha and longtime friend is in the building! Celebrating over 30 years in the game… actor… writer… and for some of y’all.. poet.. thee legendary LARENZ TATE! We talk LOVE JONES, my first MILLION DOLLAR deal, the role he was originally casted for on…
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Ep. 43 feat. Sarunas Jackson
This week, we are joined by actor and writer Sarunas Jackson! Many of you may know him as “Dro” from Issa Rae’s “Insecure” on HBO, or as “Isaac” on Hulu’s “Good Trouble”…and now you get to know him here, as himself, on Top Billin’ ! We discuss how being tall has both hurt and helped his career,...
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Ep. 42 feat. Godfrey
This week, we are joined by the hilarious actor, master IMPERSONATOR, writer, and Chicago native Godfrey! Most notably known for his role in Soul Plane and Americanish, Godfrey talks to us about how he got his start in comedy (6:00), the subtle and blatant microaggressions he experienced in…
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Ep. 41 feat. Magic Johnson
“THE MAGIC TOUCH” IT’S A TOP BILLIN’ EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with a LEGENDARY athlete, multi-hyphenate serial-entrepreneur, and my good friend…THEE.... EARVIN "MAGIC" JOHNSON. If you know anything, it’s that MAGIC is back in the news making some BIG plays in the sports world.. AGAIN!!! And we’re...
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Ep. 40 feat. Reggie Bush
NFL Super Bowl Champion Reggie Bush stopped by Top Billin’ to chop it up with ya boy! Now I know everyone remembers the Reggie Bush era when he went from dominating at USC right into the league. Nearly a decade later Reggie is still in the sports world as a sport analyst for Fox Sports and as we...
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Ep. 39 feat. Malik S.
Consistency is the name of the game. Today we are joined by Malik S., comedian, writer, and producer. He shares key moments in his career that have molded him into the dude he is today, from opening up for D.L. Hughley to building his relationship with Cedric The Entertainer, who he now writes…
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Ep. 38 feat. Matt Barnes
Now I’ve had a lot of conversations on Top Billin’… but this one might go down as a Top Billin’ classic… this week I am joined by NBA champion, entrepreneur, and podcast host Matt Barnes! We talk about his time navigating the league on and off the court, his top-rated show “All the Smoke,”…
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Ep. 37 feat. J Anthony Brown
This week on Top Billin’ I am joined by serial entrepreneur, legendary comedian, and scene stealer in the movie “How To Be A Player”...none other than J. Anthony Brown! We talk about his longevity in comedy and how he’s able to constantly reinvent himself. From opening the door for writers and...
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Ep. 36 feat. Deon Cole
This is by far one of my favorite conversations to date on Top Billin’… today I got to share stories with one of my best friends in the game…super comedian, writer, and actor…Deon Cole! I remember coming up and watching him on his “slow-cooked” grind; from performing on stages in Chi-town…
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Ep. 35 feat. LaRussell
I’m telling y’all now…representing the Bay, straight outta Vallejo, CA, LaRussell ain’t nothing to play with! This Bay Area monster is forging a path of his own and embodying the true spirit of what it means to be hip-hop. He’s shifting the culture not only in his hometown but working overtime to...
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Ep. 34 feat. Tiara Thomas
Grammy AND Academy-Award winning singer and songwriter Tiara Thomas has got to be one of the coolest, most swaggiest chicks in the game… we welcomed her to TOP BILLIN’ to not only give her flowers but learn how her talent blossomed into the career we see today. Her versatility as a songwriter has...
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Ep. 33 feat. TK Kirkland
My brother, fellow New Jersey native TK Kirkland, is in the MFn building! We talk about his business dealings with Eazy E, going toe-to-toe with Jamie Foxx, and how one of his hustles from back in the day got him blackballed from Def Comedy Jam. Nevertheless, his mouthpiece floated him right to...
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Ep. 32 feat. Chris Spencer
This week I got the chance to sit down, laugh, and build with my brother, friend, and colleague, Chris Spencer, about his journey in the business. We talk about how the West was snubbed in the Grammy tribute to Hip-Hop, the birth of his faux-reality TV satire show “Real Husbands of Hollywood”...
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Ep. 31 feat. Melvin Gregg
Actor! Model! Comedian! Writer! Artist!… and no, I’m not talking about me y’all… None other than multi-hyphenate creative Melvin Gregg is in the building! He walks us through his journey of being an internet sensation gaining over half a BILLION views in a month and collecting SIX FIGURE checks.....
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Ep. 30 feat. Joseph Sikora & Deon Taylor
New psychological thriller, FEAR, premieres in theaters tomorrow (01/27) and we are joined by the movie’s director, Deon Taylor, and star of the film, Joseph Sikora… aka “Tommy” from 50 Cent’s POWER Universe. These guys are on to something heavy! Deon’s ability to capture emotion in the myriad of...
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Ep. 29 featuring Eric Bellinger
Ladies and gentlemen we’ve cooked up another special episode for you…And this time it’s none other than the amazingly talented Grammy award-winning songwriter, singer, and producer, Eric Bellinger of All Wins Ent.! Eric takes us to the beginning of his journey right here in Los Angeles where he...
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Ep. 28 ft. Calmatic
On this week’s episode of Top Billin’ we have Grammy-award winning director and filmmaker, Calmatic in the building! A native of South Central Los Angeles who has flipped his talents into becoming one of the greatest minds you should know! Having directed music videos for some of your favorite...
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Ep. 27 Don’t Forget To Be Grateful ft. Musiq Soulchild
Alright y’all we got a musical powerhouse in the building! None other than Musiq Soulchild and we sit to talk about how his talent discovered him at a young age and his evolution as an artist having to encounter OG’s in the game, mental health challenges, and more. He also drops a Top Billin’...
About this show
What happens when you mix an actor, stand-up comedy great and hip-hop icon with a who’s who of celebrity guests? You get “Top Billin’ With Bill Bellamy,” the new weekly podcast coming to you live and direct from the Walk Of Fame on Hollywood Boulevard. Whether you know Bill from any of his stand-up shows, “How to Be a Player,” MTV Beach House or on Instagram cracking jokes and sharing tales from his storied career, you know Bill is the embodiment of culture and entertainment. So join Bill each week as he and your favorite musicians, actors, athletes and of course, comedians give you a candid view into Hollywood, current events, and the wide world of entertainment, past and present…with a funny twist! Come see who’s next on the bill and don’t miss a show! Top Billin’ is a Breakbeat Media production set in Hollywood, CA.
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