Introducing Hawks AF, a new show hosted by DC Young Fly featuring a who's who of Atlanta, from current & former Hawks players to music artists and more. New episodes dropping all season!
WWE Women’s Champion Jade Cargill was a D1 Basketball Star before WWE? | Hawks AF
Before she was the WWE Women’s Champion, Jade Cargill was a double-double machine on the basketball court. Jade joins DC Young Fly on the latest episode of Hawks AF to break down her journey from being a D1 star at Jacksonville University to playing pro ball in France, and eventually becoming "that woman" in the WWE.
Jade also talks about her love for the Atlanta Hawks, witnessing the historic 30-point comeback at State Farm Arena, and why she’s ready to take on all challengers at WrestleMania in Vegas. Plus, Jade shares what it’s like owning her own professional softball team, the Atlanta Smoke!
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13 Jan 2026
Nic Vans on Love Island USA stardom, relationship with Olandria, & becoming a DJ | Hawks AF
On the latest episode of Hawks AF, Love Island USA star Nic Vans joins DC and takes him through his entire experience on the show and navigating stardom with Olandria, determines who the best basketball players in the villa would be, and details his next move as a DJ.
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13 Jan 2026
Ben Shelton on his breakout US Open runs, friendship with Trae Young, & Trinity Rodman | Hawks AF
Tennis star Ben Shelton discusses his US Open performance, friendship with Trae Young, and connection to Trinity Rodman in an interview with DC Young Fly.
13 Jan 2026
YFN Lucci on second chances, selling out State Farm Arena, & what's next | Hawks AF
Rapper YFN Lucci discusses his Atlanta influences, journey after prison, and plans for his second chance with DC in this interview.
11 Dec 2025
Karlous Miller & DC Young Fly on 85 South's beginnings, top Hawks memories, & hoop dreams | Hawks AF
Comedians Karlous Miller and DC Young Fly discuss their comedy beginnings, basketball dreams, and favorite Atlanta Hawks memories in a lively conversation about unique ticket-selling ideas; this is an interview.
4 Jun 2025
Hawks CEO Steve Koonin on touring the aquarium with Beyoncé | Hawks AF
Atlanta Hawks CEO Steve Koonin discusses the team's young players, guides Beyoncé on an aquarium tour, and impacts the community in this interview with D.C.
13 May 2025
Will Packer on choosing Atlanta over Hollywood, Kevin Hart, & a secret of Stomp The Yard | Hawks AF
Billion-dollar film producer Will Packer joins DC for a wide-ranging interview about the evolution of his filmmaking career, from moving to Atlanta to found his first production company, his relationship with comedy star Kevin Hart, giving DC his theatrical debut, and how one small tweak to the pitch for Stomp the Yard led to his first Number 1 movie.
6 May 2025
Khujo from Goodie Mob on ‘The South got something to say’ & stories from The Dungeon | Hawks AF
From legendary Dirty South hip-hop group Goodie Mob, Khujo joins fellow Westside ATLien DC Young Fly for a heartfelt conversation about music’s impact on his life, witnessing André 3000’s iconic “The South Got Something To Say” moment, stories from Atlanta’s historic Dungeon studio, and which rappers are on his Mount Rushmore.
29 Apr 2025
Jeff Teague on the 2015 team, getting left by the team bus, becoming a podcast sensation | Hawks AF
Former Hawks great Jeff Teague comes home to join DC Young Fly on the latest episode of Hawks And Friends. Jeff & DC reminisce about the historic 2015 team, that time the team bus left the arena without him, and how he became a comedy star on his podcast.
22 Apr 2025
Dominique Wilkins on his favorite dunks, matchups with NBA legends, & today's NBA | Hawks AF
On a very special episode of Hawks And Friends, DC heads to Atlanta legend Dominique Wilkins's house, where the Human Highlight Film tells stories from his Hall of Fame career, including his most memorable dunks, going toe to toe nearly every night with NBA legends like Michael Jordan & Larry Bird, and his only regret from his time as a Hawk. Then, DC and Nique hit the court to talk basketball fundamentals, being a coach & role model for kids, and the mentality he played with each game.
15 Apr 2025
Jake Fischer on Trae Young's underrated qualities, Atlanta's young stars, & team's future | Hawks AF
Bleacher Report NBA Insider Jake Fischer joins DC Young Fly to discuss the Hawks performance this season & heading into the postseason, Trae Young's underrated leadership & on-court consistency, and how Atlanta's growing core of young talent projects into the future. #club #nightcap
8 Apr 2025
Dyson Daniels and Onyeka Okongwu on Building Chemistry, Locker Room Music, & Nicknames | Hawks AF
On a special episode of Hawks AF, Dyson and Big O join D.C. to talk the Hawks season and push for the playoffs, how they've built a connection on and off the court, which Hawk is the best DJ in the locker room, and their favorite nicknames. #club #nightcap
4 Apr 2025
Mariah The Scientist on Stage Fright & ATL Traffic | Hawks AF
In this episode, DC talks with Mariah about growing up in Atlanta, how she got her name, the process behind making her hit songs, her love of fashion, and which artist she wants to collab with next!
4 Apr 2025
Crystal Renee Hayslett on "Sistas" & Faith | Hawks AF
This episode features the incredibly talented Crystal Renee Hayslett! In this interview, DC and Crystal dive into her infectious super fan energy, her unforgettable experience singing the National Anthem at our game, and her inspiring journey from being an extra to becoming a leading actress.
3 Apr 2025
Joe Johnson on How Yoga Saved His Career | Hawks AF
Episode 2 with our favorite #2, Joe Johnson! In this interview, DC & Joe speak about his favorite moments as a Hawk, best stories about former Atlanta teammates, and how he made the jump from hoops to yoga following his NBA career.
3 Apr 2025
J.I.D. on Playing College Football & His Dream Collaborator | Hawks AF
In our premier episode, J.I.D joins D.C. to talk about growing up on different sides of Atlanta, their first Hawks game experiences as kids, and making his transition from college football player to rapper.
Who has been a guest on Hawks AF
Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.
YFN Lucci
Karlous Miller
DC Young Fly
Steve Koonin
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
YouTube views
660,361,930
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 46 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
43
Social presence
0
YouTube
93
Engagement
32
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