Frankly Speaking

About Frankly Speaking

Welcome to Frankly Speaking with radio legend and Hall of Famer Frank Ski—the home of unfiltered cultural commentary and radical accountability. We don’t do "safe." We don't do "scripted." We do the truth. Whether it’s the breakdown of parental responsibility in our communities, the friction between identity and politics, or the trends nobody wants to call out, Frank is breaking it all down like only he can. If you’re tired of the sugarcoating and ready for a real conversation about our culture, join the Frank Ski Family. You’re in the right place.

Publisher

Frank Ski

Category

education · news · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Aug 2026

Latest episode

20 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Oct 2026

   Grandmaster Flash: The Untold Stories Behind the Birth of Hip-Hop

   Hip-hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash joins Frank Ski for a conversation about the curiosity, creativity, and groundbreaking techniques that helped shape an entire culture. From taking apart electronics as a child to experimenting with turntables in the Bronx, Grandmaster Flash shares how his fascination with sound led him to develop techniques that would forever change DJing. He takes Frank behind the scenes of hip-hop's early days, recalling the first crowds who didn't quite understand what he was doing, the origins of his legendary name, and the opportunities that helped bring hip-hop from neighborhood parties to the world stage. The two also revisit unforgettable moments involving Blondie, the early days of hip-hop recordings, and the making of The Adventures of Grandmaster Flash on the Wheels of Steel. But beyond the music, Grandmaster Flash opens up about faith, personal struggles, humility, and what he hopes to leave behind for future generations. It's a rare look at the man behind the turntables and the innovation that helped change music forever. Connect with Grandmaster Flash: Instagram: www.instagram.com/djflash4evaFacebook: www.facebook.com/grandmasterflashofficialTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@djflash4evaX (Twitter): www.x.com/DJFlash4evaYouTube: www.youtube.com/user/djgrandmasterflashWebsite: www.grandmasterflash.com Join the Frank Ski Family Follow Frankly Speaking for more unfiltered conversations, cultural commentary, and the truth without the sugarcoating. Get Your Daily Inspiration Start your morning with Frank Ski’s Inspirational Vitamin, delivered directly to your inbox every day. Join Frank’s Patreon to receive your daily Inspirational Vitamin: www.patreon.com/FrankSki Connect with Frank Ski: Instagram: www.instagram.com/frankskiTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@frankskiWebsite: www.frankski.com

2. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Beyond City Hall: Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens on Leadership, Community & the Future of Atlanta

   Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens joins Frank Ski for a conversation about leadership, public service, and the city they both call home. A lifelong Atlantan, Mayor Dickens has built his career around serving the community where he grew up. From his years on Atlanta City Council to leading the city as its 61st mayor, his work has centered on public safety, housing, economic opportunity, and the challenges that come with leading a growing city. The conversation offers an opportunity to look beyond the title of mayor and explore the experiences, responsibilities, and vision shaping his leadership as Atlanta enters its next chapter. Join the Frank Ski Family Follow Frankly Speaking for more unfiltered conversations, cultural commentary, and the truth without the sugarcoating. Get Your Daily Inspiration Start your morning with Frank Ski’s Inspirational Vitamin, delivered directly to your inbox every day. Join Frank’s Patreon to receive your daily Inspirational Vitamin: www.patreon.com/FrankSki Connect with Frank Ski: Instagram: www.instagram.com/frankskiTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@frankskiWebsite: www.frankski.com Connect with Mayor Andre Dickens: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreforatlantaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreforatlantaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreforatlanta/X: https://x.com/andreforatlantaWebsite: https://www.atlantaga.gov/government/mayor-s-office/meet-the-mayor

3. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Truth Hurts: Malik Brown on Accountability, Relationships & Saying What Others Won’t

   Malik Brown, better known as Truth Hurts, joins Frank Ski for an unfiltered conversation about accountability, relationships, success, and the opinions that have built him a massive audience online. Malik opens up about spending much of his early life in and out of prison, the lessons he took from those experiences, and how his life changed after coming home. He and Frank get into marriage, money, confidence, dating, parenting, relationship expectations, and what it means to contribute to a partnership even when your contribution isn’t financial. And true to his name, Malik doesn’t hold back. The two challenge each other, agree on some things, and get into plenty of opinions that are sure to start a conversation. Beyond the controversy, Malik shares his perspective on knowing your value, taking accountability for your choices, reinventing yourself, and refusing to let your past determine what comes next. Join the Frank Ski Family Follow Frankly Speaking for more unfiltered conversations, cultural commentary, and the truth without the sugarcoating. Get Your Daily Inspiration Start your morning with Frank Ski’s Inspirational Vitamin, delivered directly to your inbox every day. Join Frank’s Patreon to receive your daily Inspirational Vitamin: www.patreon.com/FrankSki Connect with Frank Ski: Instagram: www.instagram.com/frankskiTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@frankskiWebsite: www.frankski.com Connect with Malik Brown (Truth Hurts): Facebook: www.facebook.com/p/Malik-Brown-100091000260204/

4. 

   30 Sept 2026

   Beyond Washington: Senator Jon Ossoff on Family, Service & Fighting for Georgia

   U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff joins Frank Ski for a wide-ranging conversation about the experiences that shaped him, the responsibility of public service, and the issues he is focused on as he seeks reelection in Georgia. Away from Washington, Ossoff is a husband and father of two young daughters who still calls Atlanta home. He opens up about the challenge of balancing public service with family life, the influence of growing up in Georgia, and the profound impact Congressman John Lewis had on his understanding of leadership and service. Frank and Senator Ossoff also discuss his background in investigative journalism, his work investigating abuses of power, healthcare, protecting children, Georgia communities that have historically lacked resources, and his approach to representing people across the state regardless of their politics. The conversation turns to the 2026 election, the political climate in Washington, and the stakes Ossoff sees in the upcoming midterms. Frank also asks the question Ossoff continues to hear about his future: Would he ever run for president? It’s a conversation that goes beyond the headlines and into the person, experiences, and priorities behind one of Georgia’s U.S. senators. Join the Frank Ski Family Follow Frankly Speaking for more unfiltered conversations, cultural commentary, and the truth without the sugarcoating. Get Your Daily Inspiration Start your morning with Frank Ski’s Inspirational Vitamin, delivered directly to your inbox every day. Join Frank’s Patreon to receive your daily Inspirational Vitamin: www.patreon.com/FrankSki Connect with Frank Ski: Instagram: www.instagram.com/frankskiTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@frankskiWebsite: www.frankski.com Connect with Senator Jon Ossoff: Instagram: @jonossoffFacebook: @SenOssoffX: @SenOssoffYouTube: @senossoffWebsite: ossoff.senate.gov

5. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Betting on Yourself: Bill Bellamy on Success, Family & the Road That Made Him

   Bill Bellamy has spent decades making people laugh, but there’s a lot more behind the comedian, actor, host, and cultural icon people have come to know. Bill sits down with longtime friend Frank Ski for a conversation that goes all the way back to growing up in Newark, becoming the first in his family to attend college, and reaching a crossroads between the security of a corporate career and taking a chance on comedy. He shares why he ultimately decided to bet on himself and how that decision opened the door to a career that would take him from stand-up to MTV, movies, and unforgettable moments with some of the biggest names in entertainment. The two revisit stories from their early careers, Bill’s experiences with Michael Jackson and Tupac, and the moments when being in the right place at the right time changed everything. But the conversation goes well beyond career success. Bill opens up about marriage, fatherhood, therapy, losing people he loves, and learning that strength doesn’t mean ignoring pain. Through plenty of laughs and some unexpectedly emotional moments, Frank and Bill reflect on what it means to still be here after decades in the industry, why success means more when you have people to share it with, and the importance of appreciating the life you’ve built while you’re still living it. Join the Frank Ski Family Follow Frankly Speaking for more unfiltered conversations, cultural commentary, and the truth without the sugarcoating. Get Your Daily Inspiration Start your morning with Frank Ski’s Inspirational Vitamin, delivered directly to your inbox every day. Join Frank’s Patreon to receive your daily Inspirational Vitamin: www.patreon.com/FrankSki Connect with Frank Ski: Instagram: www.instagram.com/frankskiTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@frankskiWebsite: www.frankski.com Connect with Bill Bellamy: Instagram: www.instagram.com/billbellamyFacebook: www.facebook.com/billbellamyvip

6. 

   15 Sept 2026

   Beyond City Hall: Keisha Lance Bottoms on Family, Leadership & What Comes Next

   Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms sits down with longtime friend Frank Ski for a conversation that goes beyond politics and the public figure most people know. Keisha opens up about growing up in Atlanta, the experiences that shaped her from an early age, her time at Florida A&M University, her path to law school, meeting her husband, and the journey that led them to adopt their four children. She and Frank also reflect on family, ambition, public service, and the importance of knowing who you are outside of the titles you hold. The conversation then turns to Keisha’s decision to step back into the political arena and her vision for Georgia, including education, homeownership, healthcare, workforce development, and the issues she believes families across the state are facing. It’s a personal look at the woman behind the public career, what continues to drive her, and why she believes this is the moment to get back in the fight. Join the Frank Ski Family Follow Frankly Speaking for more unfiltered conversations, cultural commentary, and the truth without the sugarcoating. Get Your Daily Inspiration Start your morning with Frank Ski’s Inspirational Vitamin, delivered directly to your inbox every day. Join Frank’s Patreon to receive your daily Inspirational Vitamin: www.patreon.com/FrankSki Connect with Frank Ski: Instagram: www.instagram.com/frankskiTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@frankskiWebsite: www.frankski.com Connect with Keisha Lance Bottoms: Instagram: www.instagram.com/keishabottomsFacebook: www.facebook.com/keisha.bottomsX: www.x.com/KeishaBottoms

7. 

   8 Sept 2026

   Silencing the Shame: Shanti Das on Mental Health, Grief & Healing

   Mental health advocate, author, and entertainment industry veteran Shanti Das joins Frank Ski for a deeply personal conversation about grief, loss, mental health, and finding a way forward. Shanti opens up about the experiences that changed the course of her life, including walking away from a successful career in the music industry and eventually turning her own struggles into a mission to help others. She and Frank share some of their most personal experiences with grief and talk about what it really looks like to keep living when the people you love are no longer here. They also discuss the work behind Silence the Shame, giving yourself permission to grieve in your own way, and why healing doesn’t mean forgetting or “getting over” a loss. Join the Frank Ski Family Follow Frankly Speaking for more unfiltered conversations, cultural commentary, and the truth without the sugarcoating. Get Your Daily Inspiration Start your morning with Frank Ski’s Inspirational Vitamin, delivered directly to your inbox every day. Join Frank’s Patreon to receive your daily Inspirational Vitamin: www.patreon.com/FrankSki Connect with Frank Ski: Instagram: www.instagram.com/frankskiTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@frankskiWebsite: www.frankski.com Connect with Shanti Das: Instagram: www.instagram.com/shantidas404

8. 

   1 Sept 2026

   Ownership, Wealth & Capitalism for All with John Hope Bryant

   John Hope Bryant joins Frank Ski for a wide-ranging conversation about money, ownership, entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to build lasting wealth. From growing up without financial capital to creating businesses, building relationship capital, and eventually closing deals worth millions, John shares the mindset and lessons that shaped his path. He talks about why ownership matters, why financial literacy is one of the most important issues of our time, and why simply earning money is not the same as building wealth. Frank and John also get into mentorship, publishing rights, entrepreneurship, the difference between networking and genuine relationships, and why so many people are participating in industries without owning a piece of them. John breaks down the thinking behind his book Capitalism for All and explains why he believes more people need to understand how money, markets, credit, real estate, business, and opportunity actually work. It’s a candid conversation about hustle, discipline, relationships, financial independence, and learning how to stop thinking only like a consumer and start thinking like an owner. Join the Frank Ski Family Follow Frankly Speaking for more unfiltered conversations, cultural commentary, and the truth without the sugarcoating. Get Your Daily Inspiration Start your morning with Frank Ski’s Inspirational Vitamin, delivered directly to your inbox every day. Join Frank’s Patreon to receive your daily Inspirational Vitamin: ⁠www.patreon.com/FrankSki⁠ Connect with Frank Ski: Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/frankski⁠ TikTok: ⁠www.tiktok.com/@frankski ⁠Website: ⁠www.frankski.com⁠ Connect with John Hope Bryant: Instagram: www.instagram.com/johnhopebryant

9. 

   1 Sept 2026

   The Road That Made Frank Ski

   There’s a lot people know about Frank Ski. They know the voice, the radio career, the interviews, and the personality. But the road that made him who he is today started long before he ever stepped behind a microphone. Frank takes it back to his early years in Harlem and South Florida, the unexpected move to Washington, D.C., and a period of his life when he was trying to figure out what came next. He opens up about nearly becoming homeless, his early ambitions in the legal world, the mentor who changed the way he thought about his future, and the decision that ultimately put him on the path to radio and entertainment. It’s a side of Frank Ski you may not have heard before, along with a look at what’s ahead as he brings his perspective, curiosity, and decades of experience to Frankly Speaking. Join the Frank Ski Family Follow Frankly Speaking for more unfiltered conversations, cultural commentary, and the truth without the sugarcoating. Get Your Daily Inspiration Start your morning with Frank Ski’s Inspirational Vitamin, delivered directly to your inbox every day. Join Frank’s Patreon to receive your daily Inspirational Vitamin: ⁠www.patreon.com/FrankSki⁠ Connect with Frank Ski: Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/frankski⁠ TikTok: ⁠www.tiktok.com/@frankski⁠ Website: ⁠www.frankski.com⁠

10. 

    25 Aug 2026

    Official Trailer: Frankly Speaking Podcast with Frank Ski

    Radio legend and Hall of Famer Frank Ski is officially stepping behind the podcast mic for Frankly Speaking. You’ve asked when it was coming, and the answer is right now. Frank is sitting down with the most compelling figures across entertainment, business, philanthropy, and social media to draw out the stories nobody else can get them to tell. Subscribe today, join the Frank Ski Family, and get ready for top-tier content. Tell a friend—Frank is Frankly Speaking. Get Your Daily Inspiration: Start your morning right! Join Frank's Patreon to get his Inspirational Vitamin delivered directly to your inbox every single day: patreon.com/FrankSki Official Website: frankski.com YouTube: Subscribe at youtube.com/@frankskiv103 Instagram: instagram.com/frankski TikTok: tiktok.com/@frankski

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