This episode of The Laboratory with Plaz “The Cook Up”, we sit down with Hip Hop artist Jimi Nu for a real conversation about music, family, controversy, and the culture.Jimi talks about his new single “Right Here” and the upcoming remix featuring Boosie. We also get into the question a lot of people have been asking: Is Jimi Nu really Mystikal’s son? Jimi opens up about that situation, Mystikal’s legal issues, the 20-year sentence, and whether he believes Mystikal is innocent.We also discuss Mystikal’s other son, the No Limit & Cash Money Tour, whether Jimi would ever want to be part of it, the value of radio in today’s music industry, the New York Knicks championship parade talk, and a funny conversation about people with a lot of followers acting like they’re better than everybody else.This episode is full of music talk, real opinions, laughs, and some deep moments you don’t want to miss.Make sure you Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!@TheLaboratoryWithPlaz#TheCookUp#TheLaboratoryWithPlaz#JimiNu#RightHere#Boosie#Mystikal#NoLimit#CashMoney#HipHopInterview

NFL star, artist, and survivor Darren Waller joins The Laboratory with Plaz for a powerful conversation about music, football, family, addiction, mental health, and finding purpose beyond the game.In this episode, Darren talks about his new single “Bases Loaded,” his upcoming album, and building a real hip-hop career while dealing with the stigma of athletes becoming rappers. He breaks down some of the best athletes to ever rap, reacts to the LeBron James and Kevin Durant rap song, and shares the story of surprising his father with tickets to Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden — including those wild Knicks fans.Darren also reflects on getting drafted out of Georgia Tech by the Baltimore Ravens in 2015, what he did the night he got drafted, and his unforgettable “Welcome to the NFL” moment after getting hit by Donte Whitner. He opens up about overcoming drug and alcohol addiction, overdosing on fentanyl, working at Sprouts during his NFL suspension, and the mindset it took to rebuild his life and career.We also talk about the grind of the NFL, short weeks, the league possibly adding more games, his comeback season, being a free agent, releasing music after a tough loss to the Rams, and what success took from him that nobody warned him about. Darren also shares his thoughts on A.I., mental health, and more in Random Questions with Plaz.This episode is filled with honesty, hope, triumph, and real conversations about mental health, second chances, and staying true to yourself.Make sure you like, comment, share, and subscribe for more conversations from The Laboratory with Plaz.#TheLaboratoryWithPlaz#DarrenWaller#MentalHealth#NFL#BasesLoaded#HipHop#NBAFinals

This episode we sit down with nationally syndicated hip-hop radio personality, DJ, and podcast host Bootleg Kev for an in-depth conversation you don’t want to miss! 🎙️🔥

Kev talks about some of his biggest viral moments and interviews, including Big Boogie, DJ Hed & Kevin Gates, EST Gee walking off the interview, and how his Iman Shumpert interview helped him make $50,000 — money he later used to buy a house! He also breaks down his unforgettable interview with NBA YoungBoy and what it’s like being syndicated on over 120 radio stations across the country.

We also dive into:
🔥 Growing up in Phoenix and falling in love with hip-hop
🔥 How he got the name “Bootleg Kev”
🔥 Building The Bootleg Kev Show into one of the biggest platforms in hip-hop media
🔥 Doing in-person interviews during the pandemic
🔥 The current state of DJs and radio culture
🔥 Sponsorship money vs. YouTube revenue
🔥 Advice for up-and-coming podcasters, DJs, and media personalities
🔥 His thoughts on the Phoenix Suns & Arizona Cardinals

Plus, WWE legends play “The Name Game” with Plaz and MUCH MORE! 👀🎤

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This episode, we sit down with the legendary Afroman for one of the funniest and most unforgettable conversations we’ve had in The Laboratory!Afroman opens up about his defamation lawsuit involving Ohio sheriff’s deputies following the 2022 raid on his home, and why he feels his rights as an American citizen were violated. He also breaks down how cannabis changed his life, taking him from being broke to becoming a true weed icon.We get into the viral cop clip that inspired the “Lemon Pound Cake” album title, the story behind his unforgettable American suit and style, and how he keeps his legendary afro perfect — even when it’s windy!Afroman also talks about choosing happiness, the difference between players and gangsters, spending 420 in Hawaii, his top 5 smoke songs of all time, and his hilarious SpongeBob analogy about unexpected success and why you shouldn’t argue with it.Plus, we hit him with Random Questions with Plaz and a whole lot more!This is a classic episode full of laughs, real stories, and legendary moments. You don’t want to miss it!Make sure you like, comment, share, and subscribe!#TheLaboratoryWithPlaz #Afroman #LemonPoundCake #HipHopInterview #Podcast #CannabisCulture

We sit down with PowerSlap Rookie of the Year Ellie Dempster, and her story is nothing short of incredible!

From her wild, adventurous life across the globe to stepping into the world of PowerSlap, Ellie breaks down what pushed her to take this path—and how she quickly made her mark by winning Rookie of the Year.

But this episode goes way deeper than the sport…

Ellie opens up about:

• 💙 Raising over $115,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through a powerful charity campaign

• 👀 Calling out Paige VanZant — “Sign the contract!”

• 🌍 Living in Thailand and helping children impacted by human trafficking

• 🏔️ Climbing Mount Everest

• 🏉 Playing rugby for 15 years

• 🥊 Winning 14 MMA fights (12 by KO!)

• 🔥 Rescuing her neighbor from a house fire

We also dive into:

• Her journey into PowerSlap and rise to the top

• The lack of promotion for the women’s division

• Thoughts on wrestlers entering the sport

• Her predictions for PowerSlap 19

And of course… we hit her with Random Questions with Plaz 🎯

This is more than just a fight story—this is about strength, purpose, and making an impact inside and outside the arena.

👉 You don’t want to miss this one!

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This episode is ICONIC! 🔥

We sit down with legendary actor, comedian, and director Carl Payne and dive into stories, laughs, and real industry gems you won’t hear anywhere else!

We talk about the rise of AI and deepfakes—and why Carl says we might be going too far. He breaks down how creators need to stop chasing likes and focus on real quality content. From navigating Hollywood during the actors strike to surviving in a tough industry, Carl keeps it all the way real.

Of course, we had to tap into the classics 👀

He takes us behind the scenes of his unforgettable roles as Cole on Martin and Cockroach on The Cosby Show—including the untold story behind one of the funniest unscripted moments ever on Martin! 😂

We also get into:

• The truth about stand-up comedy… including bombing on stage 😬
• Meeting your idols and making it in Hollywood
• A missed opportunity with Michael Jackson that still sticks with him
• Audition pressure and breaking through intimidation
• His Top 5 sitcoms of all time
• The “Cold or Cole” hat game 🎩🔥
• Random Questions with Plaz 🧪

This episode is full of laughs, game, and legendary moments from start to finish!

You don’t want to miss this one!

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This episode of The Laboratory With Plaz features actor DeAundre Bonds in a powerful and unfiltered conversation you do not want to miss. DeAundre opens up about life after prison, sleeping on his mom’s couch while rebuilding his life, and how John Singleton gave him the opportunity to play Scully on Snowfall.

We also dive into his personal transformation, including why he stopped drinking and smoking, gave up eating meat, and how his mindset has changed over the years. DeAundre reflects on his journey through Hollywood, starring in classic films like Tales from the Hood, The Wood, and 3 Strikes, and shares the story of being cast by Denzel Washington in Antwone Fisher before his life took a dramatic turn.

He also talks about growing up in Los Angeles, showing love to the legendary T. Rodgers, surviving violent moments while incarcerated, the controversial scene from Lockdown and whether he regrets doing it, meeting 2Pac while filming Sunset Park, his interview with Duane Finley on Art of Dialogue, thoughts on the upcoming Mayweather vs. Tysonfight, Random Questions with Plaz, and much more.

This is a raw, honest, and unforgettable interview.
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This episode, we sit down with comedian and actor Brian Hooks for a hilarious and insightful conversation you do not want to miss. We talk about his journey growing up in Bakersfield, California, getting started in stand-up comedy, and starring in classic films like Phat Beach, 3 Strikes, and Soul Plane.

Brian also shares stories about the sitcom era of television, what really happened with The Eve Show, his work on The Proud Family, and his longtime friendship with Luenell. We also get into one wild story about going to Michael Jackson’s house and getting kicked out, whether a 3 Strikes sequel could ever happen, his thoughts on A.I. in Hollywood, and much more.

Plus, Brian talks about his company Left of Bang Entertainment, mentoring opportunities for inner-city kids, his friendship with E-40, and of course we hit him with some fun Random Questions with Plaz.

This episode is packed with laughs, stories, and real conversation from start to finish.

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In this episode, we sit down with Hip-Hop legend Pastor Troy for a powerful conversation packed with stories, history, and real game.

We reflect on Troy’s classic Face Off album and its impact on Atlanta Hip-Hop, and talk about what it means to have 25 years of longevity in the music industry. He also breaks down some of his biggest records, including “No Mo Play In G.A.,” “Vice Versa,” and “Throw It Up.”

Pastor Troy also opens up about the meaning behind the championship belt he carries, getting a response from Master P, performing at Birthday Bash in Atlanta, and what it took to stay a major independent artist all these years.

We also get into his thoughts on 2Pac and Biggie, the evolution of Atlanta Hip-Hop, future collaborations he’d like to make, and the emotional story of calling Scarface after his father passed away.

Plus, he shares his Top 5 crunk artists of all time, talks about going into jails to speak to the youth, doing 3,000+ features (including a record with Plaz), his relationship with Pimp C, Random Questions, and much more!

🔥 This is an episode you do NOT want to miss.

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This episode of The Laboratory with Plaz features hip-hop artist Compton AV and his producer Steelz — and trust us, you don’t see AV doing interviews like this often.We dive into the story behind their breakout hit “Ya Ya” 🌍 — from the creative process to the moment the record took off overseas… including Thailand, where the song first exploded! They also break down the meaning behind the chicken in the video 👀🐔 (yeah, we had to ask).AV opens up about growing up in Compton, his close bond with his mother, and what it truly means to have a relationship with West Coast icon Snoop Dogg. The conversation gets deeper as we talk staying consistent during the pandemic, why both AV and Steelz live a no-drinking, no-smoking lifestyle, and their thoughts on A.I. in hip hop 🤖🎶We even step outside music to debate whether the world was better before or after the internet 🌐 — plus a round of Random Questions with Plaz that gets real and hilarious.This one is personal, inspiring, and full of gems you won’t hear anywhere else.👉 Don’t miss it. Like, share, and subscribe!#TheLaboratoryWithPlaz