Episode 473 w/ Noel G

Drink Champs

The Black Effect and iHeartPodcasts

Music, Society & Culture

4.6 • 6.9K Ratings

🗓️ 3 October 2025

⏱️ 155 minutes

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Summary

N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs.

In this episode we chop it up with the legendary, Noel G

One of the most recognizable Latino faces in Hollywood. From his iconic roles in Training Day, Bruce Almighty, Fast & Furious, The Dark Knight Rises, and countless TV appearances, Noel has built a career as the go-to tough guy with undeniable presence. But behind the on-screen intensity is a story of resilience, faith, and hustle that few have heard.

In true Drink Champs fashion, Noel opens up about his journey from the streets of Los Angeles to Hollywood soundstages, dropping gems about breaking stereotypes, staying grounded in the entertainment business, and navigating the ups and downs of fame. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from working with legends like Denzel Washington, Jim Carrey, and Vin Diesel, while also reflecting on the challenges of typecasting and how he’s carving his own lane as a producer and mentor.

Between laughs, drinks, and real talk, Noel gives fans an unfiltered look into his world—touching on faith, family, and his mission to inspire the next generation. This episode blends Hollywood storytelling with classic Drink Champs energy, making it a must-listen for movie fans and hip-hop heads alike.

Make some noise for Noel G! 💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆

Listen and subscribe at https://www.drinkchamps.com

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DJ EFN

https://www.crazyhood.com

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N.O.R.E.

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Transcript

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0:00.0	This is an I-Heart podcast.
0:16.0	And it's a drink chest motherfucking podcast.
0:19.2	He's a legendary queen's rapper. Hey, hang, secretary. This is your boy, in O'Ree. He's a Miami hip-hop pioneer. What is DJ EFN? Together, they drink it up with some of the biggest players. You know what I mean? In the most professional, unprofessional podcast, and your number one source for drunk facts. It's drink chaps, motherfucking podcast. Where every day is New Year's Eve. drunk fat It's drink champs, motherfucker where every day it's New Year's Eve
0:38.9	It's time for drink champs
0:41.3	Drink up, motherfucker
0:42.7	motherfucker
0:42.7	What a good be
0:48.5	Hope these one is to be
0:49.1	This your boy, N-O-R-A
0:50.7	What up is DJEFN
0:52.5	Is a military-tipic crazy war
0:53.6	Drink Chaps, yafiawa.
0:54.8	Make some noise!
1:00.0	Now, this brother has a beautiful story, man.
1:03.8	From the beginning, you know what I mean?
1:06.5	You know, from him being homeless to, you know, him moving to Orange County to him, you know what I mean, going to Hollywood and dominating it.
1:15.4	You know what I mean? You know, repeated role after role. Your favorite actor is in the scene with this brother, being his supporting actor.
1:25.7	You understand what I'm saying? This man is a legend. It's about time we give him his flowers. We've been waiting to do this. In case you don't know what he's talking about, we're talking about the honorable. The want to know, Noel G! Now, let's ask about the name off top, right? No L. G. Now, why is it G?
1:45.3	Because people could pronounce your last name?
1:47.2	I can't even say my last name, Doc. Straight out, man. No, I'm trying. I'm like, if you figure it out, you let me know, you know what I'm saying? Straight on. Like, I'm not. I just make it easier, dog, by saying G or whatever. But, no, the truth of it is, is because my mom's Mexican, my dad's Italian.
2:00.3	And your dad's full of Italian.
2:01.5	I'm fully Italian.
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