Hosted by actors Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo, The Crew Has It is a culture-forward podcast tapping into entertainment, music, ambition, and what’s happening right now.
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Sep 29, 2026 · 1:21:43
Welcome back to The Crew Has It with Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo! In Episode 101, we sit down with actor, creator, and comedian Melvin Gregg (Snowfall, The Way Back, Nine…
Sep 22, 2026 · 1:42:34
Welcome back to another milestone episode of The Crew Has It with your hosts Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo! In Episode 100, we sit down with actor, comedian, and creator…
Sep 15, 2026 · 1:11:17
The powerhouse Gail Bean joins The Crew Has It for Episode 99! From her iconic role as Wanda in Snowfall to the upcoming season of P-Valley and her new project The Drop, Gail…
Sep 8, 2026 · 1:06:57
In this episode of The Crew Has It, Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo welcome superstar singer, songwriter, and actress Chloe Bailey to the studio! Chloe opens up like never…
Sep 1, 2026 · 1:04:38
The Crew is back with a legendary episode of featuring NBA Champion and New York Knicks sensation, Miles "Deuce" McBride! In this exclusive sit-down, Deuce takes us inside the…
Aug 25, 2026 · 1:32:33
In this high-energy live episode of "The Crew Has It" recorded during MGK Day in Cleveland, Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. finally sit down with the legendary Jerry Ferrara…
Aug 18, 2026 · 1:17:21
In this episode of The Crew Has It, hosts Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo are joined by the powerhouse talent Mekai Curtis for an unfiltered look into the ever-expanding…
Aug 11, 2026 · 1:09:20
The Queen of Queens is in the building! This week on The Crew Has It, Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo sit down with the incredible Patina Miller, better known as the…
Aug 4, 2026 · 54:42
Episode 93 is here! From his iconic portrayal of Nacho Varga in Better Call Saul to becoming a fan-favorite villain in Spider-Man: Homecoming and Far Cry 3, Michael Mando’s…
Jul 28, 2026 · 1:03:59
In this episode of The Crew Has It, Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo sit down with the incredibly talented Miles Caton to discuss his meteoric rise from background singer to…
Jul 21, 2026 · 1:10:37
Berto Colon joins the crew for a legendary session, diving deep into his incredible run through some of television's biggest hits. From his unforgettable time as Lorenzo Tejada…
Jul 14, 2026 · 1:16:45
In this episode of The Crew Has It, Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo sit down with Algee Smith. Algee dives deep into his experience playing McKay on the hit series Euphoria…
Jul 7, 2026 · 1:19:48
In what might be our most legendary episode yet, the one and only Octavia Spencer joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo! From her early days as a persistent intern in Alabama…
Jun 30, 2026 · 1:40:02
The Crew is back for a special solo session! Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo are diving deep into everything from the current dating scene and World Cup predictions to the…
Jun 23, 2026 · 1:01:21
Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. are joined by the talented Mattea Conforti! We’re catching up with the girl who grew up in the Power Universe as Elisa Marie. Mattea takes us…
Jun 16, 2026 · 1:28:13
The Crew is back! In this episode, Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo sit down with the incredibly talented Darrell Britt-Gibson. Darrell takes us behind the scenes of his…
Jun 12, 2026 · 42:43
In this episode of The Crew Has It, Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo sit down with the multi-platinum artist Toosii. From his early days in Syracuse and Raleigh to becoming…
Jun 2, 2026 · 1:18:19
LaToya Tonodeo is in the building! Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. sit down with the woman behind Diana Tejada to recap her journey through Power Book II: Ghost. We’re…
May 26, 2026 · 1:13:33
In this episode, the multi-talented Shameik Moore joins Gianni Paolo and Kris D. Lofton! From his iconic role as Miles Morales in Spider-Verse to his incredible portrayal of…
May 19, 2026 · 1:09:22
In this episode of The Crew Has It, Michael and Gianni sit down with multitalented creator Deshae Frost. Deshae opens up about his journey from pursuing acting at age 12—landing…
May 12, 2026 · 1:09:17
Ethan Cutkosky joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to dive deep into his legendary 11-season run on Shameless, his "White Boy Carl" era, and the wild stories from growing…
May 5, 2026 · 1:06:20
In this episode of The Crew Has It, Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo are joined by the talented Sydney Winbush! Sydney breaks down her experience playing Anya Covington in the…
Apr 28, 2026 · 1:15:54
In this episode of The Crew Has It, Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo sit down with the legendary Josh Peck for an unforgettable conversation. From his iconic Nickelodeon roots…
Apr 21, 2026 · 56:06
The Silver Surfer has officially landed. In this legendary episode of The Crew Has It, Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo sit down with the one and only Max B. Michael reveals…
Apr 14, 2026 · 1:28:21
Our Day One is back! Alix Lapri (Effie Morales) returns to The Crew Has It for a massive reunion with Michael and Gianni. Since her first appearance is officially one of our…
Apr 7, 2026 · 54:00
Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. sit down with the legendary Fetty Wap for a raw and honest conversation. Fresh off his release, Fetty opens up about his time in prison, the…
Mar 31, 2026 · 1:10:10
Donnell Rawlings sits down with Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. for one of the funniest podcast appearances of all time. Donnell discusses BMF, Dave Chappelle’s Show, wanting…
Mar 24, 2026 · 1:18:00
Skilla Baby sits down with Gianni Paolo and Kris Lofton to discuss his upcoming album, wanting to work with Eminem, winning a grammy, gambling in Vegas, gospel music, becoming…
Mar 17, 2026 · 1:03:19
Polo G sits down with Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. to discuss everything from writing his first song at 9 years old, to buying an entire car collections BEFORE he got his…
Mar 10, 2026 · 1:11:25
DDG sits down with Gianni Paolo and Kris Loften to discuss everything from his meteoric rise, becoming one of the biggest streamers, becoming a successful rapper and Youtuber,…
Mar 3, 2026 · 1:07:25
Jabari Banks sits down with Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. to discuss everything from playing Will on the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air reboot, being a musician, acting, and more…
Feb 24, 2026 · 1:30:33
Isaac Keys sits down with Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to discuss everything from his new book The Grind Don’t Stop, transitioning from an NFL player to the Power…
Feb 17, 2026 · 1:23:14
Michael Ealy sits down with Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to discuss originally turning down 2 Fast 2 Furious, becoming famous at a young age, Barbershop, Power Book II:…
Feb 10, 2026 · 1:13:02
RJ Cyler sits down with Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to discuss how he went from being homeless to booking Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl and working with Brad Pitt, Jim…
Feb 3, 2026 · 1:13:56
Paige Hurd sits down with Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to discuss playing Lauren Baldwin POWER Book II: Ghost, Everybody Hates Chris, Cradle 2 the Grave, partying with 50…
Jan 27, 2026 · 1:06:52
Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo are joined by Carmela Zumbado from You, Power Book IV: Force, Chicago P.D. and more. They discuss everything from partying in Miami, moving to…
Jan 20, 2026 · 1:11:36
Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo are officially back. They start by catching you up on the last few years, where they’ve been, and what they’ve been doing. They discuss their…
Oct 24, 2023 · 1:00:17
Ahmad Ferguson joins the Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo in the Crew Has It studios to talk all things Power IV: Force, coming up in the acting scene in Chicago and playing…
Oct 17, 2023 · 54:43
The people wanted Dave East and the Boys delivered! One of the most requested episodes Michael and Gianni talks with Dave East at The Crew Has It studios covering his rise as a…
Oct 10, 2023 · 1:03:42
Patricia Kalember joins the Crew Has It to discuss Power IV: Force Season 2, playing a Mother for one of Powers most iconic character's, and gives Motherly advice to Mike and…
Oct 3, 2023 · 1:24:58
Gianni Paolo sits down with Joseph Sikora and Chris Tardio to talk about Power IV: Force Season 2! Joseph Sikora goes on a deep dive as a Producer to help bring scenes to life in…
Sep 26, 2023 · 1:04:25
Orlando Magic Forward Paolo Banchero joins the Crew Has It Studios to talk about how his upbringings, when he knew he was great at basketball, playing at Duke, being drafted in…
Sep 19, 2023 · 1:21:10
In this special edition of The Crew Has It, Kris Lofton, comes on as a special guest host with Gianni Paolo to interview Shane Harper aka "Vic Flynn" to talk all things Power IV:…
Sep 12, 2023 · 1:06:57
JELEEL joins Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. at The Crew Has It Studios to discuss his rise in music, going viral with his famous voice tag, wanting to be in the WWE one day…
Sep 5, 2023 · 1:02:14
Tommy Flanagan aka Walter Flynn joins the Crew Has It Studios to talk about the new Power IV: Force season, working with Joseph Sikora, rise in the acting game going to the Final…
Aug 29, 2023 · 1:28:25
Fresh off 50 Cent's Final Lap Tour in Denver. London Brown and Jackie Long come on to talk about the illustrious weekend with the Power Universe Avengers, their rise to fame,…
Aug 22, 2023 · 1:03:33
The Snowman, Jeezy, joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to talk about his rise to becoming one of the best rappers to come out of Atlanta, being a Magic City Legend,…
Aug 15, 2023 · 1:13:58
Beloved actors Kris Lofton and Mekai Curtis join The Crew Has It Studios to discuss the Actor's strike, 50 Cent's Final Lap tour with the Power Universe Avengers, dating and what…
Aug 8, 2023 · 1:13:59
Keith Lee is one of our favorite follows and his journey to become full time food reviewer is amazing. Go to https://HelloFresh.com/crew50 and use code crew50 for 50% OFF your…
Aug 1, 2023 · 1:02:34
Joey Bada$$ joins the boys to talk about his career and being a part of the Power Universe playing Unique in Raising Kanan. For all your hair needs, check out our new sponsor…
Jul 25, 2023 · 58:39
New York's very own Scar Lip joins the Crew Has It studio to talk with Gianni and Micheal about her rise going viral on TikTok, her music career, upbringings, being from New York…
Jul 18, 2023 · 1:33:19
Chris Massey stops by the Crew Has It studio to talk all things Zoey 101, his start in acting, funny stories being on set & more! Click below and support the boys by taking…
Jul 11, 2023 · 1:05:51
Stephen A. Smith talks about his early days of his career covering sports, getting into acting, and his favorite power moments. Please go subscribe to his new YouTube channel…
Jun 20, 2023 · 1:01:41
Malcolm Mays joins the Crew Has It Studios to talk to the boys about all things Raising Kanan, his new album, set to release this Friday, real candid conversations and more! For…
Jun 13, 2023 · 1:23:15
Rap legend, Fat Joe, joins Gianni and Michael for an illustrious episode of straight gems! He talks about his days growing up in the Bronx, making hit records, and how to…
Jun 6, 2023 · 56:28
One of the most loyal Power characters there is to date, Julio aka J.R. Ramirez , joins the Crew Has It to talk all things OG Power, his rise as an Actor, being on the hit show…
May 30, 2023 · 1:27:57
Power Book II: Ghost Season 3 finale leaves a lot of questions for season 4. LaToya Tonodeo (Diana Tejada) and Lovell Adams-Gray (Dru Tejada) join Michael Rainey Jr. (Tariq St.…
May 23, 2023 · 1:26:52
Brayden finally catches a body! While Diana and Dru find out the truth about Monet. Tommy comes back from Chicago to confront Tasha putting Tariq in a tough situation. The boys…
May 16, 2023 · 1:09:16
Da'Vinchi from BMF, All American comes by The Crew Has It for a really fun conversation with Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo. Ghost vs BMF debates and acting conversations.…
May 9, 2023 · 1:22:09
After ten long years, Cooper Saxe meets his demise. Effie gets arrested and finds out Lauren is still alive! Recapping one of the best episodes with the boys, Shane Johnson,…
May 2, 2023 · 1:09:18
Diana is arrested for selling drugs on campus and exposes the Tejada family. Monet makes another power move that leads to Dru finding out Gordo was Lorenzo's killer. Paton…
Apr 25, 2023 · 1:08:35
Following Lorenzo Tejeda's death, Dru makes a major play which turned out to be the wrong move. Tariq confronts Effie and Brayden after finding out the truth about Lauren. Actor…
Apr 18, 2023 · 1:20:18
We say goodbye to Papi, Lorenzo Tejada played by our dear friend and the incredibly talented Berto Colon. We're also joined by Ken Finn aka props to discuss all the details…
Apr 11, 2023 · 1:09:27
Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo recap Power Book II: Ghost Season 3 Episode 4 with Caroline Chikezie and Kyle Vincent Terry. Get Ship Done with ShipStation. Get a 60-day free…
Apr 4, 2023 · 1:21:21
Latoya Tonodeo and Eif Rivera join Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to recap Power Book II: Ghost Season 3 Episode 3. MANSCAPED™ Get yourself feeling as sweet as candy by…
Mar 28, 2023 · 1:06:16
Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo recap Power Book II: Ghost season 3 episode 2. Monique Gabriela Curnen aka Blanca and Director of Photography Aaron Medick breakdown Need vs…
Mar 21, 2023 · 1:04:50
Get the Starz App to Watch the Season 3 Premiere of Ghost: https://starz.tv/TheCrewHasIt The boys are coming to you LIVE from the Starz Premiere Party in NYC. Michael Rainey Jr.…
Mar 14, 2023 · 51:46
Marcus Callender joins Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainy Jr. to discuss playing the infamous role of "Ray Ray" on Power, the beef with Tariq after what happened to Raina, his rise…
Mar 7, 2023 · 1:11:05
The boys are back!! Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo return for season 2 of The Crew Has It with LightSkinKeisha ahead of the Starz season 3 premiere of Power Book II: Ghost.…
Dec 6, 2022 · 1:27:14
Joseph Sikora makes his long awaited appearance on The Crew Has It ahead of his new movie Fear hitting theaters January 27th, 2023. We go back to all things Tommy, Ghost, Omai…
Nov 29, 2022 · 1:39:39
Tony Yayo of G-Unit, 50 Cent's long time friend and rapper joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to talk Power universe, business, what's happening in rap and hip hop,…
Nov 22, 2022 · 1:28:12
Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo reflect on the podcast journey with The Crew Has It Showrunner Dave Krupinski. The boys go through some of their favorite moments from the…
Nov 15, 2022 · 1:03:06
Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo wrap their time in Los Angeles with a special fan questions episode. They give updates on season 3 of Power Book II: Ghost, tell 50 Cent…
Nov 8, 2022 · 1:04:04
Actress Gabrielle Ryan who plays Gloria in Starz series Power Book IV: Force joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo on The Crew Has It. Spoiler Alert: She's British Learn how…
Nov 1, 2022 · 1:16:03
Kris D Lofton joins Gianni Paolo and special guest host LaToya Tonodeo as Michael Rainey Jr. travels @WHERE IS22 ? Kris talks about his unusual path into acting, keeping the…
Oct 25, 2022 · 57:24
Melanie Liburd joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo in the LA studio to talk about her time on Power Book II: Ghost and her acting career. Her accent may surprise you!! The…
Oct 18, 2022 · 1:25:34
Actor Berto Colon, who plays Lorenzo Tejada in Power Book II: Ghost, joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to talk his journey into acting, Power, Ghost, 50 Cent, and more.…
Oct 11, 2022 · 1:01:56
La La Anthony joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo after hundreds of fan comments requesting her to be on The Crew Has It. La La talks about her humble beginnings in radio,…
Oct 4, 2022 · 1:05:36
Omar Epps joins Michael Rainey Jr and Gianni Paolo to talk all things acting from Tupac, Queen Latifah, Love and Basketball, and Raising Kanan. MANSCAPED™ Get 20% OFF + FREE…
Sep 27, 2022 · 1:09:36
Antonio AJ Ortiz who plays Famous on Raising Kanan joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo on this episode of The Crew Has It. AJ talks about highs and lows of being a…
Sep 20, 2022 · 1:04:21
Actress Hailey Kilgore joins Michael Rainey Jr and Gianni Paolo to talk all things Raising Kanan and her journey from Broadway to TV. Vincero Collective- Premium Goods. Ethically…
Sep 13, 2022 · 1:14:40
One of Power's longest running cast member Shane Johnson who plays antagonist Cooper Saxe. Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo discuss all from Power to Ghost with Shane. What…
Sep 6, 2022 · 54:38
Fresh off 50 Cent's Tycoon Weekend the boys are back in studio with Power fan favorite Michael J. Ferguson who plays 2-Bit in Power Universe. Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo…
Aug 30, 2022 · 1:10:22
His run on Power was short but his story ran deep. Dante Spears aka Mecca was called the "The goat of global snitching" in an infamous scene with Tariq. Actor Daniel Sunjata…
Aug 23, 2022 · 1:13:49
London Brown who plays Uncle Marvin in Power Book III: Raising Kanan joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo on The Crew Has It. Going deep into London's career from comedy to…
Aug 16, 2022 · 1:06:47
Following the season 2 premiere of Power Book III: Raising Kanan, showrunner Sascha Penn joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo to talk all things Power and how Sascha broke…
Aug 9, 2022 · 1:23:36
Gianni Paolo shocks Michael Rainey Jr. with surprise guest in today's episode. The guys answer fan voicemails and give updates on Omari Hardwick, 50 Cent, Season 3 Power Book II:…
Aug 2, 2022 · 1:32:03
Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo are joined by their beloved crew members on Power Book II: Ghost in this special episode of The Crew Has It. Their guests see it all happen…
Jul 26, 2022 · 1:19:33
Power Book II: Ghost actor Lovell Adams-Gray who plays Dru Tejada joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo on The Crew Has It. This episode is an actors delight talking about…
Jul 19, 2022 · 56:39
Mary J. Blige who plays Monet Tejada on Power Book II: Ghost joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo on The Crew Has It. Mary J. Blige talks her Power Fandom, 50 Cent, how she…
Jul 12, 2022 · 57:35
Daniel Lee Bellomy who played Zeke Cross from Power Book II: Ghost joins The Crew Has It with Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo. Daniel discusses what it was like to be on…
Jul 5, 2022 · 1:22:26
Nature Naughton joins Michael Rainey Jr and Gianni Paolo on The Crew Has It. Naturi talks about her journey from music and 3LW to getting her role as Tasha St. Patrick on Starz…
Jun 28, 2022 · 1:29:22
Power Book II: Ghost star Woody McClain joins The Crew Has It to talk all things Power, playing Cane Tejada, dancing, Bobby Brown, cast stories, and what's next. MoneyLion Own…
Jun 21, 2022 · 1:41:33
Power Universe Queen Courtney Kemp joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo for an incredible about of untold stories of casting calls, favorite scenes & episodes, writing tips,…
Jun 14, 2022 · 1:01:07
Before the season 2 premiere of Power Book II: Raising Kanan, Patina Miller joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo for plenty of laughs and insights into her career. The Tony…
Jun 7, 2022 · 1:24:15
The Jefe himself, actor Enrique Murciano who played fan favorite Felipe Lobos in the Starz series Power joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo. The character that put so many…
May 31, 2022 · 1:00:31
Method Man joins Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo on "The Crew Has It" to talk everything from the Wu-Tang Clan to getting into the acting game. Method Man, who plays Davis…
May 24, 2022 · 1:06:06
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May 17, 2022 · 58:19
How does one step into 50 Cent's shoes to play Kanan Stark? MeKai Curtis the star of Power Book III: Raising Kanan tells his origin story into the Starz series. Michael Rainey…
May 10, 2022 · 51:50
Effie Morales is one of the most complex characters on Power Book II. Actress Alix Lapri joins The Crew Has It to talk with co-stars Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr. The Crew…
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