Today we’d like to introduce you to The Rudely Honest Podcast.
Hi The Rudely Honest Podcast, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
The Rudely Honest Podcast genuinely started as random, unfiltered conversations amongst friends over FaceTime. In 2020 during quarantine, Shady had an idea to create an Instagram or Facebook Live version of the “Red Table Talk” show, and one of our friends suggested we take it a step further and start a podcast. What began as a casual idea quickly transformed into something much bigger—a platform for authentic, no-holds-barred conversations.
We didn’t have a grand business plan or fancy equipment when we started. It was just friends who enjoyed real talk and weren’t afraid to tackle topics that others might shy away from. That authenticity became our foundation. As we recorded more episodes, we realized there was an appetite for the kind of honest, unscripted dialogue we were having conversations that felt more like what happens when the cameras are off, not the polished, media-trained versions people are used to hearing.
From those early FaceTime calls to 130+ episodes, several notable guests, and a loyal fanbase; the journey has been about staying true to that original spirit: keeping it real, keeping it honest, and never apologizing for being rudely honest when the situation calls for it.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
No, the road has been anything but smooth but what journey worth taking ever is? We’ve faced our share of challenges: juggling real-life responsibilities like full-time jobs and family commitments while trying to maintain a consistent recording schedule, navigating creative disagreements about episode direction and content, dealing with technical failures during recordings, and learning the hard lessons that come with building something from scratch with no roadmap.
There were times when we questioned whether we could keep going; when life got overwhelming, when episodes didn’t land the way we hoped, or when we had to have difficult conversations about the direction of the show. But those bumps in the road weren’t setbacks; they were lessons. They taught us how to communicate better as a team, how to be more intentional with our content, and ultimately helped shape the identity of who we are as a brand and show. The struggles made us more authentic, more resilient, and more committed to keeping it rudely honest… even when it’s hard.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
As professionals, the three of us work in different industries but have taken some of the same journeys from logistics and physical security to big tech and sneaker customization. We even have hidden talents like writing poetry. I’d like to say we’re a well-rounded bunch, lol.
We’re known for our chemistry. Whether it’s the blunt humor, the unfiltered opinions, or the way each host brings a completely different perspective to the table, the Rude Crew dynamic is what listeners connect with first. Shady brings the grounding “let’s keep it real” energy, Nocturnal brings introspection and balance, and Ezzy brings sharp wit and comedic timing. Together, the mix is something you don’t hear everywhere; it’s authentic, imperfect, and intentionally human.
One of the things we’re most proud of is the community that has formed around the show. Listeners didn’t just become fans; they became part of the Rude Crew. People tell us they tune in because our conversations feel like home the real type of home, where people joke, debate, disagree, support one another, and speak their truth without hesitation. That level of trust and connection is something we never take for granted.
What sets us apart is our transparency. We don’t pretend to be experts. We’re not trying to fit into a podcast formula. We show up as three people figuring life out in real time, willing to be vulnerable, admit when we’re wrong, and have the hard conversations most people avoid. In a space full of polished, perfectly edited content, we’re the raw, unscripted conversation that reminds people it’s okay to be messy, to disagree, and to still be learning.
Let’s talk about our city – what do you love? What do you not love?
What we like best about our city is that Baltimore is so misunderstood. All people see is the bad, but that’s not all there is to this city. We have so much history, love, and culture embedded in such a “little” big city. The resilience of our people, the creativity in our neighborhoods, and some of the best food culture around. Baltimore has a soul that you can’t find anywhere else.
One of the things we like least is the negativity and the “crab in a barrel” mentality. Baltimore is one of the hardest places to make it out of sometimes. It feels like as soon as someone becomes too successful, it gets taken away, or worse, the person gets taken away from us. That mentality is literally our downfall. We’ve lost too many talented people whether they left for opportunities elsewhere or were taken by violence, and it’s heartbreaking because this city has so much potential if we could just lift each other up instead of pulling each other down.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://linktr.ee/therudelyhonestpodcast
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- Twitter: @rudelyhonestpod
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@therudelyhonestpodcast
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