Class is now in session! Cannon's class is an audio and video podcast hosted by comedian, TV executive producer and host, actor, writer, director, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Nick Cannon. You never know what influential guest will be sitting down in today's session!
Nick Cannon interviews Bryan "Birdman" Williams, who recounts his journey from New Orleans to founding Cash Money Records, mentoring Lil Wayne, and building a lasting legacy in the music industry.
4 Apr 2025TRANSCRIPT
Pimpin' Ain't Who I Am, It's What I Did Ft. Ken Ivy 'Pimpin' Ken' & Game God Goldie
In this powerful episode of Cannon’s Class, Nick Cannon sits down with the legendary Pimpin’ Ken—widely known as the self-proclaimed professor of the game—to explore the complex history, psychology, and often misunderstood codes of pimp culture. Ken traces the roots of the game back to slavery and colonialism, framing pimping as a system born from control, fetishization, and survival.
He shares how he became the first to turn pimping into a personal brand, referring to himself as the “23 of the pimp game,” and dives into the art of slick talk, influence, and the surprising origins of the word “pimp.”
Ken is later joined by his protégé, Goldie, who adds his own perspective—offering insights on the importance of choosing the right partner, navigating life’s detours, and maintaining integrity through adversity.
The episode also tackles some of the challenges and controversies surrounding Ken’s message. He addresses difficult questions with unflinching honesty: How does he respond to women who feel disrespected by his views? What does he say to those who challenge the idea that a woman’s value lies in her appearance?
Whether you agree with him or not, one thing is certain—Cannon’s Class never shies away from deep, thought-provoking conversation.
28 Mar 2025TRANSCRIPT
A Calling Greater Than NBA Dreams Ft. Lethal Shooter
The most sought-after shooting coach, Chris Matthews, most notably known as Lethal Shooter, sat down with host Nick Cannon for the latest installment of the Cannon's Class series. Coming from extremely humble beginnings, Matthews' upbringing was a challenge in itself but it never deterred the basketball enthusiast from achieving greatness. Lethal Shooter is only a moniker that the world has become to know but for Chris, his story is more than just being one of the greatest basketball shooters known. Chris experienced much trauma going up, as he explains his parents were heavily involved with drugs, in which his older cousin and his wife raised a young Matthews. Chris' 2022 documentary explores his life and basketball career and how he gained his notoriety in the world of sports, but it is his love and inspiration for greatness, and the game of ball, that continues to drive his legacy. While he may not have made it to the NBA, Chris is now in a position where he has trained some of the biggest names in the NBA and WNBA as well as training some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry, including the likes of Chris Brown. Matthews shares with Nick how not making it to the NBA wasn't the end of his story and how him studying legends like Oprah or Eddie Murphy shifted his business mindset and his desire to be great. Lethal Shooter also goes on to speak about the importance of having a mentor to level up your game, his respect and admiration for the late Kobe Bryant, and much more.
Who has been a guest on Cannon's Class
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Bryan "Birdman" Williams
Gary Vaynerchuk
Dr. Umar Johnson
Derrick Grace
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YouTube views
2,648,830
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.2 / 5
398 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 60 / 100
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57
Social presence
0
YouTube
93
Engagement
66
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