Nick Cannon Launches Season 3 of We Playin’ Spades with Celebrity Guests and Full Video Episodes
Nick Cannon is back—and this time, he’s bringing even more heat, strategy, and star power to the table. The highly anticipated third season of We Playin’ Spades has officially launched as of July 7, 2025, bringing a new level of intensity, comedy, and culture to one of Black America’s most cherished pastimes.
Available now on YouTube and the Wondery app, We Playin’ Spades isn’t just a card game. It’s a cultural celebration, a celebrity confessional, and a competitive spectacle wrapped in one. Cannon, along with the dynamic Courtney Bee, returns to host a season that promises elevated stakes, unfiltered conversations, and unforgettable matchups.
Spades isn’t just a game—it’s a rite of passage. For decades, it’s lived in barbershops, cookouts, and family reunions. Nick Cannon’s We Playin’ Spades elevates that legacy, bringing its blend of banter and battle to the digital screen.
Set against the backdrop of an iconic turquoise table, each episode pits Cannon and Bee against high-profile celebrity guests in a battle of wits, strategy, and social finesse. It’s loud, unpredictable, and hilarious—and that’s exactly the point.
“It’s strategy, side-eyes, smoke, and a little bit of tea being spilled by the time the last book drops,” says Cannon.
New Season, New Format: Full Video Drops
Season 3 debuts with a major upgrade: full video episodes are now available on YouTube and the Wondery app. This visual twist offers fans a front-row seat to the table—watching every bluff, reaction, and victory celebration unfold in real time.
What’s new this season:
Enhanced production values with dynamic visuals
Live reactions from players
Behind-the-scenes content and extended clips
Who’s Playing: Celebrity Guests Revealed
The celebrity roster for Season 3 is nothing short of impressive. Cannon and Bee will host:
Porsha Williams (Real Housewives of Atlanta)
Cynthia Bailey (Real Housewives of Atlanta)
Gary Owens (Comedian and actor)
Future episodes are rumored to feature musicians, social media influencers, viral stars, and returning guest favorites.
Each guest brings their own energy to the spades table, often finding themselves in hilariously heated debates over trump cards and table talk.
Why Spades? Cultural Roots Run Deep
Spades is more than a card game—it’s a cultural cornerstone. Rooted in African-American history, it’s passed down generationally, often as a lesson in reading people, building alliances, and holding your own.
The show pays tribute to this legacy:
Spades as social commentary: Unfiltered conversations emerge naturally
Spades as performance: Each hand is a mix of showmanship and skill
Spades as tradition: Reinforces Black joy and communal bonding
Nick Cannon: The Mastermind Behind the Mic
Cannon continues to expand his multimedia empire. In addition to We Playin’ Spades, he’s known for:
Hosting The Masked Singer on FOX
Creating and presenting Wild ‘N Out
Launching Counsel Culture on Prime Video
Holding a degree in Criminology from Howard University
Also notable: Cannon is a father to twelve and often integrates life lessons and cultural insights into his content.
Inside Episode 1: Porsha Williams & Cynthia Bailey Bring the Heat
The premiere episode sees Atlanta royalty take their seats:
Porsha Williams: Bold, brash, and never one to back down
Cynthia Bailey: Classy, calculated, and fiercely competitive
Expect laughter, light roasting, and more than a few unexpected twists as these Housewives show they know their way around a spades deck.
Episode 2 Preview: Gary Owens Joins the Table
Known for his comedy and appearances in urban entertainment circles, Gary Owens steps into unfamiliar territory. The episode teases:
Owens trying to “talk his way” out of weak hands
Hilarious misunderstandings of the rules
A strong comedic foil to Cannon’s confident gameplay
What Fans Can Expect This Season
This season promises to turn up the heat with:
Unfiltered conversations about culture, fame, and relationships
High-stakes spades showdowns
Behind-the-scenes confessions and friendly rivalries
Weekly drops mean every Monday just got a whole lot spicier.
Fans can also join the conversation online with the hashtag #WePlayinSpades.
Final Thoughts: More Than Just a Game
We Playin’ Spades isn’t just about who wins the most books. It’s about who brings the most energy, the realest takes, and the boldest moves to the table.
In an age where every celebrity has a podcast, Cannon’s show stands out by merging comedy, competition, and culture into something fresh and unapologetically fun.
As Season 3 unfolds, one thing’s clear: in the world of We Playin’ Spades, the cards may be dealt, but the real game is in the personalities—and nobody plays the game quite like Nick Cannon.
