Fat Joe and Jadakiss sit down with South Philadelphia legend Joey "Skinny Joe" Merlino for a wide-ranging conversation about loyalty, the streets, and life after the game. Merlino breaks down his multiple RICO cases and the 11 cooperators who testified against him, tells Joe and Jada why anyone still talking publicly is almost certainly a rat, and explains how confidential informants operate as a full-time career. The guys chop it up about Sammy the Bull's second life, the difference between real and fake gangsters in the podcast era, and the wild realities of federal prison. Plus, Merlino talks about franchising his beloved Philadelphia cheesesteak brand all over the country.

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Fat Joe and Jadakiss sit down with South Philadelphia legend Joey "Skinny Joe" Merlino for a wide-ranging conversation about loyalty, the streets, and life after the game. Merlino breaks down his multiple RICO cases and the 11 cooperators who testified against him, tells Joe and Jada why anyone still talking publicly is almost certainly a rat, and explains how confidential informants operate as a full-time career. The guys chop it up about Sammy the Bull's second life, the difference between real and fake gangsters in the podcast era, and the wild realities of federal prison. Plus, Merlino talks about franchising his beloved Philadelphia cheesesteak brand all over the country.
Joe and Jada is now&nbsp;<a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/82669081">STREAMING ON NETFLIX</a>!
Merch is here! <a href="https://joeandjadashow.com/">https://joeandjadashow.com/</a>
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Hip-hop legends and longtime friends Fat Joe and Jadakiss link up twice a week to share behind-the-scenes stories from their legendary careers and give their real thoughts on the hottest topics in music, sports, and pop culture.

Hip-hop legends and longtime friends Fat Joe and Jadakiss link up twice a week to share behind-the-scenes stories from their legendary careers and give their real thoughts on the hottest topics in music, sports, and pop culture.

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“Skinny” Joey Merlino on Philly’s mob history, RICO cases, WILD prison stories & his LEGENDARY cheesesteaks

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Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by R&B legend and pastor Montell Jordan to discuss his remarkable journey from '90s hitmaker to two-time cancer survivor. Montell opens up about his current advocacy for prostate cancer awareness and is later joined by his wife, Kristen, to discuss their new co-authored children's book on overcoming fear, Shiloh and the Not-So-Scary Girl Above His Bed. The trio also dives deep into music history, with Montell sharing behind-the-scenes stories about how Slick Rick laid the foundation for the flawless hit "This Is How We Do It" and the timeless songwriting advice he once received backstage from Lionel Richie. Finally, the icons reflect on the true meaning of rare success in the music business, whether legends like Gladys Knight should still be performing in their 80s, and Fat Joe's hilarious, undying admiration for Joel Osteen. 

Joe and Jada is now STREAMING ON NETFLIX

Merch is here: https://joeandjadashow.com/

Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by R&amp;B legend and pastor Montell Jordan to discuss his remarkable journey from '90s hitmaker to two-time cancer survivor. Montell opens up about his current advocacy for prostate cancer awareness and is later joined by his wife, Kristen, to discuss their new co-authored children's book on overcoming fear, Shiloh and the Not-So-Scary Girl Above His Bed. The trio also dives deep into music history, with Montell sharing behind-the-scenes stories about how Slick Rick laid the foundation for the flawless hit "This Is How We Do It" and the timeless songwriting advice he once received backstage from Lionel Richie. Finally, the icons reflect on the true meaning of rare success in the music business, whether legends like Gladys Knight should still be performing in their 80s, and Fat Joe's hilarious, undying admiration for Joel Osteen. 
Joe and Jada is now <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/82669081">STREAMING ON NETFLIX</a>
Merch is here: <a href="https://joeandjadashow.com/">https://joeandjadashow.com/</a>

Montell Jordan talks beating cancer TWICE, "This Is How We Do It," new children's book & Slick Rick's impact

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Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by four-time World Series champion and baseball icon Darryl Strawberry to discuss his new book, ‘Another Life,’ and his powerful transformation from a superstar battling addiction to a mentor helping inmates in maximum-security prisons. The New York legend breaks down his transition from South Central L.A.'s Crenshaw High to the bright lights of NYC and shares unforgettable behind-the-scenes stories about the swagger-filled 1986 Mets championship team with Doc Gooden and Keith Hernandez, contrasting it with the quiet, exemplary leadership of Derek Jeter during his time on the Yankees. Also, the trio dives into raw conversations about surviving childhood abuse, Strawberry's refusal to judge players from baseball's steroid era, and Fat Joe opens up about a recent surgery that completely changed his perspective on the terrifying grip of fentanyl and addiction.

Behind The Bars is presented by Sprite. Check out the full Sprite Living Tracklist and break down the stories behind your favorite bars at livingtracklist.genius.com. This is the Sprite Living Tracklist. Obey Your Thirst.

Joe and Jada is now STREAMING ON NETFLIX

Merch is here: https://joeandjadashow.com/

Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by four-time World Series champion and baseball icon Darryl Strawberry to discuss his new book, &lsquo;Another Life,&rsquo; and his powerful transformation from a superstar battling addiction to a mentor helping inmates in maximum-security prisons. The New York legend breaks down his transition from South Central L.A.'s Crenshaw High to the bright lights of NYC and shares unforgettable behind-the-scenes stories about the swagger-filled 1986 Mets championship team with Doc Gooden and Keith Hernandez, contrasting it with the quiet, exemplary leadership of Derek Jeter during his time on the Yankees. Also, the trio dives into raw conversations about surviving childhood abuse, Strawberry's refusal to judge players from baseball's steroid era, and Fat Joe opens up about a recent surgery that completely changed his perspective on the terrifying grip of fentanyl and addiction.
Behind The Bars is presented by Sprite. Check out the full Sprite Living Tracklist and break down the stories behind your favorite bars at <a href="livingtracklist.genius.com">livingtracklist.genius.com</a>. This is the Sprite Living Tracklist. Obey Your Thirst.
Joe and Jada is now <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/82669081">STREAMING ON NETFLIX</a>
Merch is here: <a href="https://joeandjadashow.com/">https://joeandjadashow.com/</a>

Darryl Strawberry breaks down addiction & redemption in 'Another Life' + talks '86 Mets, Jeter's Yankees, Barry Bonds & steroid era

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Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by R&B legend Mario to discuss his massive stadium tour alongside Chris Brown and Usher. Mario shares a wild behind-the-scenes story of recording his smash hit "Let Me Love You" at 16 years old in Miami, the profound impact of becoming a new father to his six-month-old son, Lord Nasir, and his thoughts on the current state of R&B while praising contemporary heavyweights like H.E.R., SZA, and Lucky Daye. Plus, the three legends kick back and swap some classic industry tales: Joe recounts the unforgettable night Mike Tyson saved him and Big Pun from a massive brawl at The Tunnel, the live performance acrobatics of James Brown and Luther Vandross, and Joe passionately breaks down the latest dramatic twists in ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan' and ‘House of the Dragon.’

Behind The Bars is presented by Sprite. Check out the full Sprite Living Tracklist and break down the stories behind your favorite bars at livingtracklist.genius.com. This is the Sprite Living Tracklist. Obey Your Thirst.

Joe and Jada is now STREAMING ON NETFLIX

Merch is here: https://joeandjadashow.com/

Fat Joe and Jadakiss are joined by R&amp;B legend Mario to discuss his massive stadium tour alongside Chris Brown and Usher. Mario shares a wild behind-the-scenes story of recording his smash hit "Let Me Love You" at 16 years old in Miami, the profound impact of becoming a new father to his six-month-old son, Lord Nasir, and his thoughts on the current state of R&amp;B while praising contemporary heavyweights like H.E.R., SZA, and Lucky Daye. Plus, the three legends kick back and swap some classic industry tales: Joe recounts the unforgettable night Mike Tyson saved him and Big Pun from a massive brawl at The Tunnel, the live performance acrobatics of James Brown and Luther Vandross, and Joe passionately breaks down the latest dramatic twists in &lsquo;Power Book III: Raising Kanan' and &lsquo;House of the Dragon.&rsquo;
Behind The Bars is presented by Sprite. Check out the full Sprite Living Tracklist and break down the stories behind your favorite bars at <a href="livingtracklist.genius.com">livingtracklist.genius.com</a>. This is the Sprite Living Tracklist. Obey Your Thirst.
Joe and Jada is now <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/82669081">STREAMING ON NETFLIX</a>
Merch is here: <a href="https://joeandjadashow.com/">https://joeandjadashow.com/</a>

Mario on stadium tour w/ Chris Brown & Usher, state of R&B, fatherhood & making of “Let Me Love You”

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“Skinny” Joey Merlino on Philly’s mob history, RICO cases, WILD prison stories & his LEGENDARY cheesesteaks

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