Akon 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.

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Comedian 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.

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Friend of the Cruz Show Swae Lee stopped through to talk about his new album & he told us some never heard before stories about French Montana and The Chainsmokers. He also talked about his extensive shoe collection & more. He also broke down the tracks on his new album.

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Lexa Gates checked in with the Cruz Show to talk about her New Album "I Am" - Lexa broke down the meanings of songs with Cruz & she talked about how the album came together very casually. She also talked about relationships, family, her love for soul music, her tour & more.

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Carmen came through the Cruz Show to talk about her new project Dear Killer Nannies which is on Hulu & Disney+ . She told J Cruz and the crew that she did her own stunts + how John Leguizamo made her feel like he was the real Pablo Escobar. Carmen also told us about her old party days & her relationship with Cypress Hill Rapper B-Real

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Fresh off of his sold out SoFi comedy show with Gabriel Iglesias. Jo Koy talks about making history & selling out Beyonce and more. Jo also talked about his favorite moment at the show, if he will ever do another stadium show.

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Inglewood's Lionel Boyce checked in with the Cruz Show to talk about his new movie with Ryan Gossling called Project Hail Mary. He also reminisced with the Cruz Show about LA music & lifestyles. Lionel also talked about the Bear finale & much more.

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Lebra Jolie came by the Cruz Show to talk about new music, her upbringing, the music industry grind & so much more.

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Thunder Rosa visited the Cruz Show to talk about AEW, her career, life & so much more.

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2 Chainz Visited the Cruz Show to talk about his new book. He told stories about his Dad, Justin Bieber, Drake & more. 2 Chainz also talked about the Hawks Magic City Promotion, his love for the Lakers and much more! 

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