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PAY YOUR FRIEND$ with Cipha Sounds

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Hip-Hop Culture
Hip Hop
New York City
Wu-Tang Clan
Dating
Dave Chappelle
Comedy
Toronto Hip-Hop
ICE
Gentrification
Brooklyn
Jamaica
Newark, New Jersey
Dipset
Tokyo, Japan
Puff Daddy
Bad Boy Records
Parenting
Friendship
Community Activism

PAY YOUR FRIEND$ is hosted by Cipha Sounds, aka Mr. Very Famous in New York, Mr. Name Droppa, Mr. Don’t Get Gassed. This show is about supporting the people who’ve supported you, reconnecting with old friends, and making new ones along the way. Every episode asks a simple question. How have you helped a friend today? From hip-hop to comedy to life lessons, Pay Your Friends delivers serious things ... more

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Latest Episodes

Comedian Rob Haze (Atlanta-raised, LA-based) pulls up to the studio and Ciph breaks out the Trump umbrella he jacked 15 years before anybody thought Trump could be president.

They get into riders and the mythology of one-time Air Force Ones, why fun... more

Comedian Ian Lara joins Cipha Sounds and Rocky Powell for the first LIVE episode of PAY YOUR FRIEND$. They get into the Knicks championship run, why old-school NYC energy is back, jazz clubs, dead nightlife, and why Summer 2026 might be the best one ... more

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Cipha Sounds sits down with London-born, NYC-based DJ and producer Snips (aka Todd Worsnip — founder of Barbershop Records and Livin' Proof) for a deep dive into UK music and how it really connects to New York.

Ciph has been championing UK and Carib... more

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On this episode of the "Pay Your Friends" show, host Cipha Sounds brings old and new friends together for an energetic discussion on the many faces of anger. Comedians Nathan Macintosh and Reggie join Cipha to recount their past "on-sight" beef from ... more

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Recent Guests

Nathan Macintosh
Angry-on-stage comedian, guest on Pay Your Friends
Comedian
Episode: 22. SQUASHING BEEF WITH NATHAN & REGGIE | PYF$
Simeon Goodson
Comedian, Brooklyn-based
Self-employed
Episode: 20. What Makes You a Real New Yorker? | Simeon Goodson & Lenny Marcus | PYF$ with Cipha Sounds
Lenny Marcus
Comedian, Brooklyn-born, longtime NYC performer
Self-employed
Episode: 20. What Makes You a Real New Yorker? | Simeon Goodson & Lenny Marcus | PYF$ with Cipha Sounds
Dante Nero
Dating and relationship expert, host of ManSchool202
ManSchool202
Episode: Bad Dates, Hecklers & Dating Red Flags | Dante Nero & Aldana | CIPHA SOUNDS PYF$ EP 18
Rocky Powell
Friend on the show, participates with personal dating anecdotes
Independent/Creator
Episode: Bad Dates, Hecklers & Dating Red Flags | Dante Nero & Aldana | CIPHA SOUNDS PYF$ EP 18
Cardinal Oficial
Rapper from Toronto, Canada
Cardinal Oficial
Episode: LIVE TOKYO TRIP Q&A | PAY YOUR FRIEND$ | CIPHA SOUNDS | EP 17
Britney Brave
Very funny comedian out of Miami, currently in New York City
Comedian
Episode: BRITTANY BRAVE | PYF$ | EP 16
Dupre Kelly
Councilman, West Ward Newark, New Jersey
Newark City Council
Episode: DOITALL DUPRE KELLY | CIPHA SOUNDS PYF$ | EP 14
Max Glazer
DJ (Reggae/DJ world), influencer in the NYC scene
DJ/Reggae community
Episode: BIRTHDAY SHOW RECAP W/ MAX GLAZER | CIPHA SOUNDS PYF$ | EP 13

Hosts

Cipha Sounds
Host and central figure, long-time NYC media personality, known for bridging hip-hop and comedy with an unfiltered, improvisational style.
Rocky Balboa (Rocky Powell)
Co-host providing quiz-style interaction, cultural commentary, and dynamic banter; adds NYC street-level perspectives.
Salma Zaky
Comedian and guest with strong ties to the NYC comedy scene; contributes humor, personal stories, and industry insight.

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20. What Makes You a Real New Yorker? | Simeon Goodson & Lenny Marcus | PYF$ with Cipha Sounds
Q: How has gentrification changed the city's identity for you?
It's a double-edged sword; it brings new energy and safety in some cases, but it also erodes long-standing communities and the feeling of being grounded in a neighborhood.
RAY DANIELS | PYF$ | EP 9
Q: How do you balance giving and receiving in business and friendships?
Ray discusses the concept of being a giver, setting boundaries, and choosing who to invest in, emphasizing that sustainable relationships come from mutual respect and clear expectations.
RAY DANIELS | PYF$ | EP 9
Q: What would you have liked to have happened in a perfect world for your career?
Ray explains that in an ideal world there would have been clearer opportunities and a direct path with aligned expectations, allowing him to navigate partnerships more effectively.
ZAHID DEWJI & EVA EVANS | PYF$ with Cipha Sounds | EP 6
Q: What's your background and where are you from?
Eva Evans shares her upbringing across Jamaica, New Jersey, and Brooklyn, giving listeners insight into her accent, identity, and comedic perspective.
ZAHID DEWJI & EVA EVANS | PYF$ with Cipha Sounds | EP 6
Q: Tell the people who you are.
Zahid Dewji introduces himself as a New York comic and explains his background, while the others chime in with their introductions, setting up a friendly, informal dynamic.

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The show blends candid conversations about friendship, community, and entertainment with bold humor. Across episodes, hosts and guests riff on pop culture, music history, and personal anecdotes, often mixing playful games, provocative topics, and behind-the-scenes stories from live shows and the NYC scene. A standout strength is the genuine, long-form vibe that emphasizes paying back friends and building networks, frequently mixing hip-hop nostalgia with current culture, while maintaining a irreverent, fast-paced banter that keeps conversations lively and relatable. The format tends to attract guests from music, comedy, and media who can share insider stories, make quick-witted observations, and contribute to a spontaneous, alumni-network f... more

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2. Simeon Goodson
3. Lenny Marcus
4. Dante Nero
5. Rocky Powell
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7. Britney Brave
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