For the Fellas is BET’s space for Black men to kick back and get real. Each week voices who move the culture dive deep into the conversations men have behind closed doors about love, healing, money, fatherhood, faith, ambition, friendships, and everything in between for all to hear. Welcome to a peek into the group chat.
Jacquees, Da’Vinchi & Kordell Beckham Share the REAL Struggles of Love & Fatherhood
Jacquees, Da’Vinchi, and Kordell Beckham sit down with Brian McIntosh talk about broken homes, the negative influence of social media, and making sure their wife and kids carry their last name.
22 Dec 2025
Kirk Franklin, Jacob Latimore & David Banner on Black Men In Therapy, Love & Faith
In this powerful discussion, Kirk Franklin, Jacob Latimore, and David Banner dive into what it means to find and keep the RIGHT love, navigate the guilt and trauma of success, and explore why mental health is a top priority for Black men today.
15 Dec 2025
Nick Cannon, DDG, & Lance Gross Discuss Black Fatherhood
Celebrating the superheroes in our lives—Black fathers! For the Fellas and Walmart bring you a candid and intimate episode just in time for Father’s Day. Hear from Nick Cannon, DDG and Lance Gross on the power of Black fatherhood.
8 Dec 2025
Woody McClain, Vic Mensa, Rajah Caruth, & Brian Henry on For The Fellas
You can't have a conversation about HBCUs without involving actual students. Vic Mensa, Woody McClain, Rajah Caruth and DJ Brian "B-Hen" Henry take over the campus of Morehouse College in the first ever live episode of For the Fellas, presented by Walmart.
4 Dec 2025
D.C. Young Fly, Malcolm Mays, & Lenny S. Talk Image Awards, Black Hollywood & More
As we celebrate Women’s History Month and the NAACP Image Awards, the Fellas get deep into their love for Black women, experiences in Hollywood, and how to cope through depression. We’re honored to provide a safe space for men to have honest discussions and share their experiences with y’all.
1 Dec 2025
G Herbo, Kier Gaines & Rome Flynn On Why Black Men Avoid Therapy & Breaking Stigmas
In this powerful, unfiltered episode of For the Fellas, we’re diving deep into what Black men carry — and what it takes to let go
26 Nov 2025
AJ Calloway, Bow Wow & Cordae Debate Hip-Hop’s Future & Reflect On 106 & Park
What happens when three generations of hip-hop pull up for a real, unfiltered conversation? You get For The Fellas — where AJ Calloway, Bow Wow, and Cordae dive deep into the culture, the music, and the moments that shaped them.
From the legendary days of 106 & Park to the modern streaming era, this convo is packed with nostalgia, real talk, and wild stories you’ve never heard before. AJ gets his flowers, Bow Wow opens up like never before, and Cordae gives his take on the future of hip-hop. They debate whether the new generation is killing the culture or carrying it forward, reflect on artist development then vs. now, and keep it all the way honest about money, mental health, and what it really takes to survive in the game.
00:00 – Meet the Fellas: AJ, Bow Wow & Cordae Kick Things Off
01:55 – Legends Salute AJ Calloway
03:08 – 106 & Park Changed the Game — Let’s Talk About It
07:21 – Cordae Breaks Down the Streaming Era
11:42 – Is the New Gen Killing Hip-Hop? Let’s Debate
15:22 – Bow Wow on Evolving with the Culture
20:31 – Hip-Hop Money: Then vs. Now
30:01 – Artist Development: From AJ to TikTok Stars
41:14 – Real Talk: Mental Pressure in the Spotlight
47:01 – AJ Reflects on Leaving 106 & Park
51:01 – Bow Wow Gets Honest About Stepping Back
54:06 – Favorite 106 & Park Moments (You Know You Remember!)
58:13 – Big Love to BET Awards 2025
1:03:01 – Saluting the Fellas: Giving Flowers
1:05:16 – Bow Wow’s Thank You Message
1:05:51 – Cordae’s Message to BET
1:06:06 – AJ’s Final Words to BET — Respect
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24 Nov 2025
Saucy Santana, Devale Ellis & Mack Wilds Discuss Homophobia, Black Women & More
Just in time for the holidays, the Fellas explore topics ranging from mental health to sexuality. We're honored to provide a safe space for men to have honest discussions and share their experiences with y'all
20 Nov 2025
A Very Fellas Holiday
Michael Rainey Jr. reflects on the finale of Power and the end of his character Tarick, Jermaine Dupri debates the highs and lows of spending in Magic City, and Julian Horton discusses building beyond his character Roy to leave a lasting legacy.
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18 Nov 2025
Love Is Blind to Love & Hip Hop: Reality Stars Share What REALLY Happens Off Camera
The concept of reality TV has always been questioned — where does the real end and the performance begin? In this thought-provoking episode of For The Fellas, host Brian McIntosh sits down with three men who live their lives in front of the lens to unpack the cost, the pressure, and the truth behind what we call “reality.
From the lights and edits to the real emotions that can’t be scripted, this episode holds up a mirror to how Black men are portrayed, perceived, and positioned in today’s entertainment landscape.
Joining Brian on the couch are:
Mendeecees Harris — a Love & Hip Hop legend, father, husband, and entrepreneur who’s kept it real through thirteen seasons of one of TV’s biggest reality franchises.
Karlous Miller — comedian, podcaster, and cultural voice of the South known for bringing raw truth and humor to every stage, screen, and mic.
Ollie Sutherland — the UK’s own Love Is Blind star, proving that Black love knows no borders and that vulnerability can be global.
Together, these men go beyond the headlines and social clips to have a real conversation about fame, family, love, and the blurred lines between reality and real life.
00:00 - Meet the Fellas: Living Life On Reality TV
01:56 - The Business Behind Reality TV
02:53 - Why Our Culture Is Drawn to Reality Television
04:36 - The Appeal of Drama & Conflict On-Screen
06:38 - Reality TV Across the Pond: The U.K. Perspective
07:51 - Mendeecees’ Journey into Love & Hip Hop
11:41 - How Reality TV Shapes & Selects Relationship Storylines
21:24 - Being the “Supporting Cast” in a Woman’s Story
27:01 - Fatherhood & Fame: The Stakes of Being Seen
28:27 - Online vs. Real Life: Cancel Culture in Today’s Climate
30:37 - Rebuilding Trust in the Public Eye
32:57 - Growing With Your Partner While the World Watches
38:47 - The Weight Black Men Carry in the Spotlight
40:48 - Love Languages: Do Men Need Affirmation Too?
47:16 - How Much Influence Should Your Partner Have on Your Confidence?
52:41 - Protecting Your Mental Health as a Public Figure
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17 Nov 2025
Iman Shumpert, Trinity Whiteside & Bow Wow Have An Intimate Conversation
Join BET in celebrating the father figures in our lives. Iman Shumpert, Trinity Whiteside of #Sistas and Bow Wow of #HouseOfBET get real about their experiences in the deep conversation. Happy Father's Day Y'all!
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