Affion Crockett

FromGold Minds with Kevin Hart

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Affion Crockett

FromGold Minds with Kevin Hart

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57 minutes

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Mar 18, 2021

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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.

Released:

Mar 18, 2021

Format:

Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Dive into the minds of some of the world's funniest people with Kevin Hart in his show, Comedy Gold Minds. From rising stars to comedy legends, Kevin pairs with comedic tastemakers for “ear-opening” dialogue that takes listeners on a wild and crazy ride through some of the world's top comedic minds. From chronicling their comedy club experiences to a sneak peek of their latest material, each episode is packed with punchlines, anecdotes, and inside jokes.

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Amy Schumer: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
55 min listen
Gary Gulman: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
54 min listen
Affion Crockett: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
57 min listen
Bill Burr: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
61 min listen
Nick Kroll: Comedian, producer, writer and actor Nick Kroll talks with Kevin about family, his writing process and bombing in front of Bill Murray when he was first starting in comedy. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
64 min listen
Desus & Mero: Kevin meets the comedians behind the comedy team of Desus and Mero to find out about how they started out as a team all the way through their iconic interview with President Obama. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
63 min listen
Steve Harvey: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
73 min listen
Zainab Johnson: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
62 min listen
Sarah Silverman: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
56 min listen
London Hughes: Comedian London Hughes joins Kevin Hart to discuss the difficulties of being a black female comic in Britain, getting her own Netflix special, and how comedians like Whoopi Goldberg and Gina Yashere inspired her to come to work in America. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
51 min listen
Bob Saget: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
58 min listen
Best Of Comedy Gold Minds: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
71 min listen
Marlon Wayans: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
58 min listen
Jo Koy: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
52 min listen
Judd Apatow: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
60 min listen
Cedric the Entertainer: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
58 min listen
Hasan Minhaj: Kevin talks with comedian Hasan Minhaj about his comedic beginnings, his experiences with The Daily Show and Netflix’s Patriot Act, and how his father’s expectations lead him down a different path to success. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
62 min listen
Mo'Nique: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
59 min listen
Jerry Seinfeld: Kevin talks with comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld about Kevin’s appearance on “Comedians in Cars”, their shared love of Bernie Mac and Jerry’s new unannounced project. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
60 min listen
Bruce Bruce: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
47 min listen
Russell Peters: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
63 min listen
Tiffany Haddish: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
49 min listen
Earthquake: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
49 min listen
Eddie Murphy & Arsenio Hall: Kevin Hart gets inside the minds of Comedy legends Eddie Murphy & Arsenio Hall to celebrate the release of the highly anticipated “Coming 2 America” by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
43 min listen
Mike Birbiglia: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
47 min listen
Sebastian Maniscalco: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
64 min listen
Eddie Griffin: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
49 min listen
Chris Spencer: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
76 min listen
David Spade: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
52 min listen
Adele Givens: 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. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
52 min listen

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Melissa Etheridge: Kevin is joined by Grammy award winning singer, songwriter Melissa Etheridge! Melissa shares her story of humble beginnings in Kansas that eventually landed her in Hollywood. And at the hight of her career, battling to stay the same path that garnered her unfathomable success. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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Seriously Funny to Acting My Age: This week in the wake of announcing his new tour, "Acting My Age", Kevin does a deep dive into one of his most iconic specials, Seriously Funny. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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ZIWE - RERUN: This week, Kevin is joined by Comedian, Writer and Model, Ziwe! She shares her unique path to creating her own seat at the table. A truly fun conversation that touches on everything from Ziwe's inspirations to Nigerian slang. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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Patti Labelle: Kevin is joined by Legendary singer, actress and the Godmother of Soul, Patti LaBelle! Patti shares how she built and maintained an empire after 60+ years in the game. Alongside stories from the road and their love for Philadelphia. This is a celebration for a true icon! by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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Mark Twain Award Celebration: On this special episode of Gold Minds we reflect on previous guest and winners of The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor - David Letterman and Eddie Murphy! On March 24th Kevin will be honored as the 25th recipient of the award. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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Taylor Rooks: Kevin sits down with Sports Journalist and Media Personality Taylor Rooks! They discuss the anatomy of a great interview, authenticity and handling critiques on the global stage. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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La La: This week Kevin sits down with Actress, Producer and TV Personality La La Anthony! They discuss La La's journey which started as radio intern and blossomed into a fruitful career in acting, producing and activism. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
61 min listen
Craig Brewer: Join Kevin as he sits down with Writer and Director Craig Brewer (Hustle & Flow, Dolemite Is My Name)! Craig talks about the origins of the Academy Award winning movie, Hustle & Flow. And shares endless stories of how his art also imitates life. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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I'm A Grown Little Man Celebration: This week on Gold Minds Kevin celebrates 15 years of his very first hour special, I'm A Grown Little Man! Kevin shares stories he's never told before, about the sacrifices it took to get on the stage that night. Along with a deep dive of some of his favorite jokes. Only on Gold Minds! by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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Carmelo Anthony: In this episode of Gold Minds, Kevin Hart sits down with the legendary NBA player Carmelo Anthony. Melo opens up about his roots in Baltimore, learning the business side of the league, his impact on and off the court, and his heartfelt relationship with his son, Kiyan. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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Gabourey Sidibe: Kevin sits down with Actress and Author Gabourey Sidibe! They talk about Gabourey's unlikely path to getting her iconic role in Precious. Which includes a stint as a Phone Sex Operator. They also discuss fighting imposter syndrome after achieving massive success. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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Jennifer Hudson: This week Kevin is joined by Singer, Actress, Host and member of the illustrious EGOT club, Jennifer Hudson! They talk about Jennifer's journey to auditioning on American Idol to eventually hosting her very own talk show! by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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F Gary Gray: In this episode Kevin sits down with world renowned Director, F. Gary Gray! Gary talks about directing iconic movies like Friday and The Italian Job. They also discuss the upcoming action film, Lift. Only on Netflix, January 12th. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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Neil deGrasse Tyson: Kevin sits down with world renowned Astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson! Neil shares stories of growing up as a scientist in New York City. And Kevin asks all of the important questions we need to know about space - Including "Are aliens real?!". by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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Sunny Hostin: In this episode of Gold Minds Kevin is joined by 2x New York Times Best Selling Author, Attorney and co-host of The View, Sunny Hostin! Kevin and Sunny talk about her journey as a federal prosecutor to co-hosting a hit talk show. All while staying true to her South Bronx roots. by Gold Minds with Kevin Hart
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Affion Crockett

Affion Crockett

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