(MUNI LONG CAMEO) Welcome to the backyard boogie, where the stakes stay high, the jokes land sharp, and the cards don’t lie! Wondery brings its hit podcast We Playin’ Spades to ESSENCE Festival for an interactive, shame-free session on how to play spades with hosts Nick Cannon and Courtney Bee. Not only will fans get a live tutorial, but also a chance to play on stage against Nick and Courtney for a special prize. Whether you’re here for the strategy, the side-eyes, or the smoke, We Playin’ Spades brings the culture to you—one hand at a time.