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Madd Hatta

The Madd Hatta, a former morning radio host from 2001 until 2019 and now Afternoon Host from 2PM - 7PM at KMJQ-FM - MAJIC 102.1, was inducted into the Texas Hall of Fame in 2013, was the founder, and president of the hip-hop label Paid in Full Entertainment and continues to curate his own music channels/radio stations one being all classic hip-hop called Klassic Joints and the other a best of yesterday and today R&B music channel/radio station. The Madd Hatta Show podcast, also streaming on all platforms serves to show people of purpose and passion with interviews and interesting conversations from Houston to national entrepreneurs, entertainers, political figures plus other movers and shakers. Hatta currently has his hand in several endeavors...check out themaddhatta.com website to tap in with the latest.

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#267
August 28 · 40 min
KAM FRANKLIN: LAND OF THE NEON SUN RISES!
Kam Franklin steps into the spotlight with Land of the Neon Sun, a deeply personal solo album inspired by advice from Dave Chappelle and powered by the community that believed in her. She talks truth, resilience, and what's next for The Suffers.
#266
August 21 · 21 min
MAJOR.: HOUSTON'S PLATINUM SOUL KING RETURNS!
Houston’s own MAJOR. sits down with Madd Hatta to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his platinum hit “Why I Love You,” share the story behind his name and journey from Houston to Grammy nominee, and introduce his new love anthem, “May This Moment Never End.”
#265
August 14 · 7 min
AARON BROOKS: THE 4TH GRADER WHO WROTE THE BOOK ON BIG FEELINGS!
I caught up with young author AaRon Brooks, a Duke Elementary student who turned his own experience with big emotions into the children’s book Turbo’s Big Red Switch. Inspired by his journey learning how to manage frustration and overwhelming feelings, AaRon created Turbo, a robot who discovers healthy ways to calm down and take control of his “emotion engine.” With help from his mom, Melba, AaRon has taken the message beyond the book with calming exercises, worksheets and resources designed to
#264
August 4 · 2 min
DAILY DILEMMA: MS. RACHEL: IN HER LANE OR OUT OF LINE?
Ms. Rachel stepped outside the toddler world and into a heated debate after suggesting the Nolan Wells investigation might have played out differently if the races were reversed. Was she using her platform to call out possible bias, or did she speak before all the facts were known? Madd Hatta breaks down both sides and asks the question: Should public figures speak up on serious issues, or stay in their lane? Catch the Daily Dilemma weekdays at 2:20 PM on Majic 102.1.
#263
July 31 · 5 min
THE BREAKFAST KLUBS HBCU SEND OFF IS A VIBE
Madd Hatta talks with Houston restaurateur Marcus Davis about the 5th Annual HBCU Freshmen Send-Off Party, which gives college-bound students food, scholarships, networking, and a celebration before they leave home.
#261
July 31 · 18 min
GOAPELE: 25 YEARS OF CLOSER
Madd Hatta sits down with Goapele to celebrate 25 years of her timeless anthem, “Closer,” and the independent journey that made her a Bay Area R&B icon. She opens up about building her career on her own terms, her latest album Colors, finding balance after years of grinding, and the advice she would give young artists about patience, teamwork, rest, and staying true to their vision.
#260
July 27 · 7 min
INAYAH SPILLS ON LOVE, JAY AND WHY THERAPY WANS'T ENOUGH
Houston R&B artist Inayah opens up about faith, love, therapy, and the real-life relationship struggles that inspired her new album, Therapy Wasn’t Enough. She also shares how she balances success, vulnerability, and building a future with her fiancé, Jay...all while at the B.E.T. Awards where we had a chance to chat.
#259
July 22 · 6 min
DR. FUNKENSTEIN TURNS 85
George Clinton Turns 85: The Madd Hatta’s BET Awards Conversation with a Funk Legend On George Clinton’s 85th birthday, The Madd Hatta reaches back to the 2026 BET Awards for a special conversation with one of the most influential figures in music history. Recorded in June during BET Awards weekend, Hatta catches up with the legendary mastermind behind Parliament-Funkadelic, whose groundbreaking sound, larger-than-life creativity, and unmistakable funk have influenced generations of R&B, hip-ho
#258
July 10 · 5 min
FORT BEND YEP: THE YOUTH ARE THE TRUTH!
Fort Bend County's Youth Employment Program is building bold young leaders through paid summer work. Meet the stars & learn how to apply today.
#257
June 18 · 27 min
GRACIE'S CORNER: MEET THE CREATORS BEHIND THE MAGIC OF GRACIE'S CORNER
The creators behind Gracie's Corner sat down with Madd Hatta — and this one hits different. The Hollingsworths built more than a kids' channel. They built a movement rooted in joy, representation, and education for Black families — and then landed a Disney deal to prove the industry was watching. We get into the intention behind the magic, the entrepreneurial leap it took to get there, and what it really means when Black creators build something the culture can't ignore. This is what purpose-dri
#256
June 13 · 10 min
LEELA JAMES: 2B HONEST SHE'S THE TRUTH!
Soul singer Leela James joins The Madd Hatta to talk about her incredible career, musical influences, latest album 2Be Honest, and the return of vinyl. Plus, get all the details on her FREE Juneteenth performance in Baytown, Texas, on June 13, 2026. Don't miss this conversation with one of R&B's most powerful and authentic voices.
#255
June 6 · 10 min
KEITH SWEAT: THE HUSTLE DON'T STOP!!!
Despite a career that has sold more than 30 million records and a catalog that could allow him to retire comfortably, Keith Sweat says he keeps working to set an example for his children. He believes his work ethic teaches future generations that success comes through hard work, not entitlement. Known for helping pioneer the New Jack Swing era with his groundbreaking 1987 debut Make It Last Forever, Sweat continues to push himself creatively. While he enjoys a simple life filled with friends, f
#254
June 2 · 1 min
DAILY DILEMMA: Man Earns 200K & His Lady Earns 40K. He wants to know how to split their $3K rent!
He makes $200K, she makes $40K, and their rent is $3,000 a month. So, how much should she pay? In this edition of The Daily Dilemma, The Madd Hatta breaks down a viral internet debate that has the culture completely divided. A high-earning boyfriend went to social media to ask what a "fair" rent split looks like when living with his girlfriend. If they split it 50/50, her $1,500 share eats up nearly half her monthly income, while his share is just pocket change. But if he pays the lion's share
#253
June 1 · 2 min
DAILY DILEMMA: Did Michael Jackson's Megastardom Overshadow The Jackson 5/The Jacksons
Did the King of Pop’s solo crown block the shine of the royal family that started it all? In this edition of The Daily Dilemma on Majic 102.1, The Madd Hatta tackled one of the most fiercely debated questions in music history: Did Michael Jackson’s astronomical solo megastardom completely overshadow the legendary greatness of the Jackson 5/The Jacksons? Before Thriller, Bad, and the stadium tours, there were historical anthems like "I Want You Back," "ABC," and the groundbreaking funk of the D
#252
June 1 · 2 min
DAILY DILEMMA: “Are Parents Afraid of Their Own Kids?”
More parents are quietly dealing with a painful reality they never expected — fear inside their own home. From being cursed at and threatened to even experiencing physical violence from their children, many mothers and fathers say they feel ashamed, isolated, and afraid to speak publicly about what’s happening behind closed doors. Studies suggest that between 5% and 21% of parents experience physical violence from a child at some point, while verbal and emotional abuse may be even more common. I
#251
May 29 · 3 min
DAILY DILEMMA: “Would You Marry Someone With $90K Debt?”
A Houston woman sparked a major relationship debate after calling Dave Ramsey to reveal her live-in boyfriend refuses to propose until she pays off nearly $90,000 in student loan debt. But instead of telling her to focus on the debt, Dave Ramsey shocked listeners by saying she should leave the relationship altogether. Now people everywhere are debating whether financial struggles should impact marriage decisions, or if true love should come without conditions. Is refusing to marry someone over d
#249
May 28 · 2 min
DAILY DILEMMA: “Would You Choose Your Parents Again?”
If you had the chance to choose your parents before you were born… would you pick the same ones again? In this emotional and thought-provoking Daily Dilemma, we explore the complicated reality of family, childhood, love, trauma, sacrifice, discipline, absence, and the life lessons our parents gave us. Some people believe their parents shaped them into exactly who they needed to become, while others carry pain, resentment, or unanswered questions from their upbringing. This powerful conversation
#248
May 27 · 3 min
DAILY DILEMMA: Why Are We Still Marching in 2026?
Did the fight for voting rights ever really end? In this powerful Daily Dilemma, we break down the recent Supreme Court decision many believe weakened the Voting Rights Act of 1965, why thousands marched across the Edmund Pettus Bridge again in 2026, and Attorney Augustus Corbett’s thought-provoking claim that Black America has become too reactive instead of proactive. Are we always protesting after the damage is done instead of building power before the decisions are made? He also came up with
#250
May 26 · 3 min
DAILY DILEMMA: Should Pastors Curse in Church?
A viral sermon from Apostle David L. Roper has Houston and social media debating faith, respect, relationships, and the modern church after the pastor used explicit language from the pulpit while criticizing women who prioritize relationships over their spiritual lives. Some people believe he was simply being honest and speaking in a way that connects with today’s audience, while others say church should still have reverence and certain language should never be used behind the pulpit. The contro
#247
May 22 · 1 hr 6 min
BILLY SORRELLS IS MORE THAN A JOKE!
On this episode of the The Madd Hatta Show Podcast, we sit down with Billy Sorrells for a powerful conversation about purpose, mentorship, and building impact beyond entertainment. Billy opens up about his journey from aviation dreams to comedy and acting, the influence of family and community, and why having the right counsel matters in an industry that can change overnight. He also shares the mission behind his Pro Se litigant app, his deep connection to Houston, and how humor, heart, and serv

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