This one’s for the books. Actor Gio Johnson returns to The Midday Live Show—and this time, he’s not alone.

Joining us is the one and only Giovonnie Samuels, the iconic actress you know from All That, That’s So Raven, Bring It On: All or Nothing, and more.

We dive into:
🎬 Her decades-long career in Hollywood and growing up on our TV screens
🔥 A heated debate on which music artist’s entire catalog has to go
🤢 A hilarious round of Bussin’ or Disgusting?

You won’t want to miss

Real talk, laughs, nostalgia, and a whole lot of culture — this episode is pure gold.

We Educate. We Elevate. We Entertain.

Live from iHeart Radio Chicago, this episode stirs up conversation, controversy, and cocktails!

We kick things off with Phil Wills, expert bartender and mixologist from the hit TV show Bar Rescue. He drops gems on bar culture, high-pressure hospitality, and what it really takes to “rescue” a failing business. 💼🍸

Then we shift gears to the trending topic of B. Simone, whose recent comments on reality TV and relationships have the internet in flames. Is she speaking facts or just out of touch?

And of course, it wouldn’t be summer in the city without talking about Summertime Chi — but is what we see on IG really what’s happening in real life?

We break down the difference between reel life vs real life in Chicago.

Plus:
📈 Creative Business 101
🤣 Jaz’s Joke of the Day
🤢 Bussin’ or Disgusting

Tap in for the laughs, the insight, and the unfiltered vibes.
We Educate. We Elevate. We Entertain.

In this sizzling Episode 12 of The Midday Live Show, we’re bringing the heat! 🔥

✨ Guest Spotlight: The talented Ashley Paul joins us to talk music, momentum, and making magic.
🍗 Juneteenth Vibes: We dive into the do’s, don’ts, and drama of BBQ season – somebody had to say it.
💼 Creative Business 101: Real talk on how to level up your hustle.
🤣 Jaz’s Joke of the Day: A punchline to keep your lunch lit.

We Educate. We Elevate. We Entertain.
Live from the iHeart Radio Studios – Chicago.

This week, we’re bringing the energy with a packed lineup straight from the iHeart Radio Studios in Chicago!

We’re joined in-studio by author and actress Monique Madison, repping Detroit, to talk about her hit book series Serial Showgirl and her upcoming role in Tubi’s The Agency, premiering this August.

Then we’re turning up the volume with a preview of next week’s Sub T Showcase, featuring live interviews with rising stars Noor, David Lopez, and 16Raheem. Get the inside scoop on their sound, their stories, and why you need to be in the building!

Tune in, tap in, and don’t miss the midday magic.
We Educate. We Elevate. We Entertain.

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An Exclusive Conversation with Charles Floyd Johnson | The Midday Live Show

In this special episode, we sit down with Emmy Award-winning TV & film producer Charles Floyd Johnson to talk about his incredible career in Hollywood and his latest project, A Gathering of Voices — a powerful anthology filled with personal, lyrical stories of struggle, triumph, and resilience.

From producing iconic shows like Magnum P.I. and NCIS, to sharing the importance of preserving diverse voices in storytelling, this is a conversation full of wisdom, history, and heart.

Don’t miss this inspiring interview!

Watch the full episode now & don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!

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It’s Friday, It's Episode 10 and The Midday Live Show is LIVE and it's LIT!!!

In this episode, we’re diving into The Talking Stage — should you be texting all day or just once at night? 👀

We’ve got a dope Guest Spotlight who’s dropping gems on building a business from scratch (no trust fund needed), plus the return of Bussin’ or Disgusting – things got weird…again.

And don’t miss Story Time with Jaz – let’s just say, it’s wild. 😭
Tune in and vibe with Steve Stylez, JazzerFierce, and DJ Spoiled Milk every Friday at noon, live from Chicago.

It’s funny, it’s real, it’s The Midday Live Show.

This week on The Midday Live Show, we talk about everything — from prom vibes and eating too many wings 🍗 to Hollywood reboots and who really needed them.

We chat with Chef Egypt Davis (aka The Bizzy Chef) about how life has been after his big cooking competition, how he got into fancy private dinners, and his dream cooking collabs!

Plus, we play "Creative Business 101", fire off some rapid questions, and of course, Jaz brings the laughs with her Joke of the Day

It’s a wild one on Episode 8 of The Midday Live Show!

We kick things off with comedian Mark Viera, straight out of the Bronx. He shares how old-school sitcoms and growing up in the city shaped his style—and he’s live in Rosemont, IL tonight!

Mark Viera is a seasoned stand-up comedian and actor hailing from the Bronx, New York. Known to fans as “The Latin Prince,” he blends high-energy storytelling with vivid character impressions, often drawing from his Puerto Rican heritage and upbringing.

Viera's passion for comedy ignited during his childhood, inspired by classic TV shows from the 1970s and '80s. He began his stand-up career at the renowned Stand Up New York Comedy Club on Broadway, eventually becoming a regular performer at top venues like Caroline’s on Broadway and Gotham Comedy Club

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