Power Stars Effie & Tariq Complicated Relationship, Alix Lapri Tells All | EP 2 | The Crew Has It

Effie Morales is one of the most complex characters on Power Book II. Actress Alix Lapri joins The Crew Has It to talk with co-stars Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr.
The Crew is back for episode 2 of their new podcast to talk to Alix about her beginnings on Power and how their real life friendships help their on screen chemistry.
Hilarious behind the scene stories, working with 50 Cent, and their takes on fallen members of the cast RIP. This episode is non stop laughs for Power Universe fans.
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[@luisteixeira1144]

Love the fact that Gianni try’s to explain everything so we don’t be lost in here 👏🏽

[@nichaylaevania455]

no like i love it !!!!

[@locks2913]

Facts!! The way he brought up who would they bring back dead. Gianni even mention lobos and julio. Gianni ain’t messing around when it comes to podcast he did his homework!

[@christiancharles2866]

Gianni- A trillion views 🤣🤣🤣😅😅😅😂😂😂

[@christiancharles2689]

Gianni 😂😂

[@taffy_tv]

No frrrrrrrrr

[@Dancehopelive]

Gianni needs to be an acting coach he explains behind the scenes so well

[@brothashizztv258]

Facts I be learning new shit about acting fr

[@im_him6018]

That’s cause he went to that acting school 🤣💪🏾

[@jasonclarke9351]

Factz and he explains it with discipline and seriousness.

[@lalarose__]

Great interviewer too

[@ChrisJohnson-xh5ey]

The fact Gianni explains the things that people in show business don’t know, like what the DP is….makes this podcast highly entertaining and intriguing

[@BellesView]

Absolutely!

[@mopar_keys]

… oh I know what DP means 😂

[@letmelick]

@@mopar_keys Double🥴

[@Thanoswasright_]

@@mopar_keys 😉

[@mopar_keys]

@@letmelick 🤦🏾‍♂️😂

[@thatsocaitlyn]

I feel like the show does so well because of the relationships that the cast has off set. I think that makes a really solid foundation for how actors work together. It’s great!

[@iam_ar2k726]

Agreed, and you know, though this Podcast is NEW, do you notice no one has mentioned Ghost, i.e., Omari Hardwick...Like, Gianni is a dope commentator especially when asking questions, and the question was asked, on both Ep 1 & 2. who would you want to bring back and no one said anything about Omari's character, hence the show is named after his character (Ghost)...I just think the non mention of him solidyfy's why he got killed off. I don't really think people liked working with him on set...I'm not saying Omari was an issue at the begining of the show, I just think, somewhere down the line he became difficult...Just my thoughts, because this podcast is just starting and maybe there'll be a guest who will give Omari (Ghost) some props...Hmmm...

[@vqkel]

@@iam_ar2k726 I think they liked working with Ghost but they tired of hearing about him. I think they just answering the question honestly and they not saying what the majority wants them to say which is bring ghost back. you know how many theories will start by them saying they would bring ghost back? people are just now accepting the fact that ghost is dead they trying to leave it that way. even kourney kemp is tired of hearing about ghost lmao!

[@dreadheadbaby1228]

@@iam_ar2k726 on from

[@dreadheadbaby1228]

Fort

[@pedrogates3189]

You’re right

[@Jaycxxx]

She cursed multiple times then asked if she could then they all started cursing 🤣, love this episode 🥳🥳

[@O.G.Ashtre]

Lol

[@anisahmahdi]

Cursing is life! 😆😂

[@Kinggreen5915]

Q

[@Kinggreen5915]

AAaa

[@YaBoyMOTO]

"Fuck yeah" 🤣🤣🤣

[@YoQueue]

My favorite line from the original power is when Kanaan said "Whatever they said that nigga did, he did that shit" 🤣🤣😂

[@MsJae-md3ep]

I use that line in real life all the time!!

[@guntitles3558]

Original power for me was “just cause you didn’t make into destiny’s child doesn’t mean someone is out to get our daughter” lol

[@ImDezi]

Clicked faster than Tommy shooting Spanky

[@wengerout2670]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@unknownzay6392]

Bruh these comments got it lmao

[@Dromode_]

@@unknownzay6392 😂 ong wassup w these comments

[@unknownzay6392]

@@Dromode_ word bro I be crying at them

[@ImDezi]

@@unknownzay6392 glad I could make y’all laugh for two weeks in a row lol

[@theeanijatychel_]

Taraji P Henson would be a good fit for Effie Mom , she played her character in Empire perfectly.

[@annonymous7375]

I agree☝🏾

[@amandac7895]

Except they'd have to make her character completely different from cookie to be able to separate and establish her as a new character

[@chellyybabystv5848]

Yesssss

[@Uajoke]

@@amandac7895 and that’s a bad thing ?

[@lionelluva]

i can see this

[@jayj4439]

I love how down to earth they are. It's almost like watching their characters off camera, they literally act the same. 😂😂

[@edwimliberal2562]

Everyone is down to earth to their friends lol

[@jayj4439]

@@edwimliberal2562 Makes no sense. Stop being negative

[@vanesaterry1632]

@@jayj4439how was that negative

[@octaveekewou1563]

This podcast has so much potential. keep going hard

[@kylesmith3750]

Really good vibes from it, they just chillin.

[@Pnut571]

💯💯💯

[@GMQub]

@@kylesmith3750 Nbs plus ppl already fw them

[@bonaventureokoli7988]

I agree, its soo fresh

[@ThatgirlB_gaming]

Gianni is a great host, Michael brings the swag & love his memory. He can recall so many different situations, quickly.

[@JR_Ryder]

And Gianni can't remember ANYTHING lol

[@1goldbaby]

Remember ,he has been on the show since he was 12 or 13.

[@aw12349]

I love how Gianni brings the energy but he still lets Alix and Michael talk and have the mic when they’re speaking or trying to speak. He was born for this podcast shit. Great vibes all of y’all! 🔥

[@jerzshaw5701]

He let them talk?

[@Barnz23]

he was born to be in front of the camera period 😂

[@rotimihart4132]

@@jerzshaw5701 facts I thought he cut Alix off a good couple times .. he only let michael speak everytime he wanted

[@aw12349]

@@jerzshaw5701 did you pay attention??

[@aw12349]

@@rotimihart4132 it’s only like episode 2 they still were figuring it out. He barely cut her off too lol y’all nitpicking

[@IamLegendNC]

I love the chaotic energy with these 3. You can tell it’s just friends shooting the shit

[@theprettyluhprincess]

Their Friendship & energy is really unmatched ❤️❤️LMFAOOO😭😭😩

[@KotasGamingChannel]

Facts 💯😂 I'd really hang w them in real life if given the chance. They're real genuine and non boujee like other celebs and I love their vibe and bond they have. Remind me of friends i wish I had growing up

[@keondraarshon]

I love how Gianni explains each job title! Everybody don’t know what DPs, ADs , PAs etc !

[@shakailayoung3837]

I literally waited for this I guess Tuesdays are my new Sundays🤣🤣🥳🥳 it’s the “damn I’m slow”🤣

[@unknownzay6392]

Lmao it does feel like that.

[@kiahhh444]

Gianni’s energy is infectious, what’s crazy is there characters are really one in the same

[@MrNochase]

She has to be the 3rd host keep her great chemistry. 👍🏾 Great to see pure youth. Great parents 👏 they did a great job raising these great young minds.

[@ace1007]

Damnn good idea

[@OMGWorld100]

Nah….

[@JackieNicoleRamsey]

Yessss!!!

[@Fnanomenal_w]

Can y’all have Tariq sister as a guest? She is always lingering in the power universe and is the pivotal point on why Tariq is who he is

[@user-qf6hk1ui5u]

Ain’t no one wanna see that shit

[@1goldbaby]

She is a minor,so they have rules to follow ,when minors are involved,Tariq was a minor when he started on the show..

[@bap106]

@@1goldbabyshes 21

[@Stephanie57802]

@@1goldbabyI think there talking about Raina….

[@np6928]

First few minutes in and I overthought him saying "she played effie" take it back, take it back!! LMFAO she better not die next season!!!!! Love yall keep doin yall thing. So hype about this podcast!!!

[@TheCamcam55]

Nah deadass😭😭😭

[@williamboone9907]

If I was a betting man, I'd put my money on her getting killed off next season.

[@np6928]

@@williamboone9907 I hope not. I see Trace getting killed before her

[@trellNYC718]

Tyriq finna off her ass for Lauren

[@torrance35]

I don’t want to see her get killed neither. But there is definitely a huge possibility especially if Tariq finds out about Effie and Brayden having something to do with Lauren’s death.

[@theprettyygamer]

I’m so excited for this podcast so much potential & good chemistry and I can’t wait til they have Woody on here OMG 😂😂😂 that shii gonna be hilarious

[@poetlong2929]

Yes Woody McClain is my favorite actor ❤️❤️❤️

[@ArianaArmani_]

Omg yesss Woody😂😂

[@bigchillin___]

I love Woody lmaooo 🤣🤣

[@dAtVAkidd94]

Zeke! They gotta have him perform his song 😂

[@bigchillin___]

@@dAtVAkidd94 Damn I’m ready!! 🤣🤣🤲

[@RyanRudominer]

Love how Gianni has the exact same personality and energy as Brayden!!

[@tootieee7851]

“damn i’m slow 😅” michael is hilarious 😂

[@LadiesNightOutPodcast]

I’m legit addicted to this show, Gianni doing his thang Michael laid back bringing the vibes i just love this, I miss y’all😩

[@mrbailey1]

Best Mom Tasha,Raq or Monet??

[@LadiesNightOutPodcast]

@@mrbailey1 I don’t watch raising Kanan so between Monet and Tasha, it’s Tasha

[@kyreefenwick5181]

Tariq Gotta Tell Effie” Effie Please, I Just Lost The Love Of My Life”

[@cheeks4weeks102]

yall are off to a hot start i cant wait to see the upcoming guests because this is one of my favorite television series to date!! keep the heat coming boys!!

[@bryecollins3513]

Y’all energy is literally unmatched. I love this podcast, I love you guys!❤️

[@kingmarqxvi6808]

Bruh this is so cold. Love yall energy, love yall presentation, the intro, the vibes yall givin off. Yall havin fun with it and it shows. Keep it goin yall big already but yall gon be BIG OD the more this spread around💯

[@Ty1Brown2Studioz3]

Love this podcast fr . Been watching the “Where’s 22” vlogs first , then i saw they we’re going to start an podcast and was pumped . So glad it’s finally here

[@anisahmahdi]

Gianni is Brayden in real life 😂😂

[@Missdgaf440]

I loveeee this. Can’t wait til season 3 starts to hear the commentary. Y’all snapped with this one 👏🏾

[@andrewleese89]

So I've binged all of these episodes and the improvement in the set from this episode to episode 3 is huge! The sofa and the brick wall is a vibe. Love seeing all these improvements on a KZbin channel.

[@getmoneychill6462]

How about Ghost the very first season? I’ve been watching since the first episode & haven’t stopped.Power,Boxing,UFC,You Tube & The Warriors is the only thing I watch on tv

[@AKilaKMusic]

Shoutout to Gianni for showing Julio some love! I was waiting for someone to say Julio (in regards to the question of who they would bring back from Power Heaven). RIP to a real one

[@jaedawaeda6212]

NO FORREAL

[@nonya6022]

Love Julio. He is who I want to see back more than anyone else.

[@renildoshehi4055]

Love the chemistry between them . You can tell they genuinely like each other

[@darrianndixon7387]

I love this pod! Power is my favorite show, it’s interesting to hear what happens behind the scenes

[@jazlynlopes]

i love that there’s a podcast of people my age! this is so dope i love y’all

[@lucasvilly]

Gianni and mike are such a good duo love the podcast definitely gonna stay tuned to each pod 💯💯

[@latavyahforte2828]

I adore you guys !! The whole power movement all the characters , the passion what y’all bring to our tv screens , 50 a genius i say it everyday !! I can’t thank y’all enough 💜💜

[@catarina8036]

This podcast is SO nice! I love seeing young actors just talking about their xps and it goes by so fast honestly great job 👏🏽

[@milo5558]

How much y’all go through to give us the content man we appreciate it , let’s go

[@QuietGiantStudios]

Alix seems cool af and Michael and Gianni’s bromance is refreshing

[@lavettamiller1409]

Great podcast! You guys make me want to watch the seasons again! Keep up the good work. You all are so beautiful!

[@Sneakahead555]

Pure genuine laughs man ! I love it I find it so funny when people ask if they can curse on Podcasts lol Gianni is just so full of life and brings all the energy ! I love that episode 9 scene too when she walked back into Tarik ! Procter was always fly with the kicks for real ! Amazing more in depth stories, another great episode !

[@Come_AsYouAre]

Just came across u guys and I just love u all already , such a vibrant energy on this pod!u guys are gonna take this so far I just know!💖💖💖sending loveeeee💖

[@jamesduignan9209]

I am loving this! Gianni's energy is perfect.

[@tyi6630]

Tariq is the brains and Braden is resource in the upperclass and Effie is the clean up

[@psquared2020]

Don't forget Brayden is white privilege as well. Effie is more like tech support or tech whiz. Tariq is the brains because he makes plans on the fly. If Cane and Dru were part of the crew they'd be the cleanup.

[@oso_skgbh]

Thr potential of this podcast is massive. Think breaking down the casts and their out look is amazing

[@Itsabdirisak]

Gianni - 70% talk Michael - 25% talk Gust - 5% talk And i love it hahahah so much energy man! I’m listening to the podcast while I’m at work or when I’m going back home from training! Can’t wait for more episodes

[@thefamousdjx]

I measured Gianni 80% Alix 15% Michael 5% 😂 Gianni needs to slow down a bit seriously it becomes a whole job trying to fit in any words into the convo

[@therealmilliany]

i lowkey hate when they talk over each other because i wanna hear all of them at once but it be a little awkward 😂

[@Itsabdirisak]

@@thefamousdjx u right but i like the energy 🤣

[@anisahmahdi]

@@thefamousdjx LMFAO! 💀💀💀💀

[@anitacraddock8894]

Ok

[@DeeDerry]

I love this lot 💯💯💯❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 I love Gianni's energy and the chemistry between him, Michael and the guests ❤️

[@taariqstemmet9173]

These two are just pure gold 🔥

[@enjoylife_360]

Just finally watching this episode and I love it! And it’s so nice to see the evolution of this podcast already!

[@_bianca_bby1076]

been waiting all week for this !

[@teejack8108]

Riq, you're killing book 2. Shouts out. I can't wait for the upcoming season.

[@drewharrington310]

Y'all energy is so impeccable!!! Keep going!!

[@shaneiceandrade]

The chemistry is off the charts, hilarious podcast

[@WrestlingIsReal649]

Yessir can’t wait for season 3 🔥🔥

[@needmoreguwop9381]

I fw this podcast completely, keep the personalities this real and raw. Really dropping gems on people who want in the biz as well. Royal shit 🔥

[@natashadempster8901]

Y'all don't miss a beat! The energy and vibe is 🔥🔥 🔥 Keep it going!!

[@aisatoufisiru5430]

Yesss I’m glad Tariq mentioned Proctorr! Y’all need to bring him for an episode 😂‼️

[@jey524]

He dead tho🤣

[@millie_dozdat4u2luv]

That's what I've been waiting for, the back story of Effie so I'm happy we're going to see that next season.

[@darriusgreer2390]

This cast from power is fire they have great chemistry keep it up y’all killing it my favorite characters love the show 💯

[@gsssss5448]

Please have Woody McClain as your guest. That would be lit 💯

[@malz6186]

That would be litty and hilarious

[@janelleedmonds7865]

Or ghost bro ts would be fye

[@hiitsmeyaya]

Yesssss!!

[@lynsmarie1067]

Woody is hilarious yo. He would be an amazing guest to have on the podcast. My favorite interview thus far is Me'kia Curtis.

[@ForeverICEE]

Yess that's my baby daddy he so FINE😭😭😭❤❤❤🥴🥴😂😂😂😂

[@Testing-py9rn]

Love this podcast. Gianni is dropping jewels He hasn't forgotten that he was that unknown guy. Any actor/actress should binge these before getting in the game. And his personality is great for this. Michael brings the great laid back balance to Gianni's energy. Great job 💪🏾💪🏾

[@simmix14]

Can't have enough! This podcast is fire.🔥

[@dannymutale3392]

Michael blushing the entire time 😂😂

[@acozyproduction]

I literally love y’all & the show . Y’all really have become like family to me 🤞🏾

[@patsylindsey9319]

Three. Great actors I love all three of them. I can’t wait to watch the show every Friday.

[@brandysutherland7756]

Enjoying this podcast ❤️

[@digbickjohndoe629]

I love how they invested in themselves to get where they are

[@anjr9915]

Another dope episode, having the guests adds a dynamic 🔥🔥🔥

[@SmittyVibesTV]

this is so dope!! y’all got something with this !! keep it going !

[@yk007beats8]

You guys are super talented and most importantly humble keep up the good work!

[@mattberghofer359]

I love these bro, your energy is unmatched for real.

[@Tysr1994]

It’s literally Tariq show and he’s so humble to be so young you guys are going to great places he let others shine.

[@niqueadams3949]

It's both if they're show

[@talicianowden3278]

Omggggg another Amazing episode…. My favorite girl EFFIEEEEE!!’n I love you and ur character and you as a person . Your just amazing 🤩 . Amazing episode you 3!

[@jamespulliam1404]

This is a great show. Keep up the good work

[@lovelykelles925]

When y’all first mentioned what actor/actress you’ll like to see on the show I had a feeling Sanaa Lathan was gonna be mentioned! I love her, I named my daughter Sanaa. ♥️♥️

[@johnnycage435]

Gianni is very informative & enlightening I could see him excelling in anything he becomes intrigued by everything & absorbs it

[@TheYellowBrickRoadTV]

Keep working young kings! Let’s go! Keep the content going!🤝💯

[@lavishheights]

I got here quicker than Tariq on his way to class🏃💨

[@TatianaNolley-Lewis0714]

Yo 😂😂😂

[@anisahmahdi]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@usingtube8747]

Yeah he always late😏😆

[@_ktinay]

Gianni has so much personality. I love it. I love this.

[@skiloz0245]

Ready for part 3 ! Love this podcast I hope julio gets on here

[@raymondmurray6447]

Big things coming with this Podcast. 💯

[@silent_L218]

This podcast is fire loving the chemistry between the 3 of ya And bringing up the who would you want to see If Queen latifa would channel her Cleo character from set it off but an updated version in power yooo that would be fire 🔥

[@ijesssparkle]

Love love love the energy and the vibes of this! Gianni’s energy is great he’s def meant for this stuff but let Michael talk too! Lmaaooo naw but I love how much details Gianni gives us! ❤️❤️

[@kkoutdajar8407]

Love the fact yall so close throughout all the shit that happens on screen. I do have a question for y’all including the next guest, “what would you be doing if you didn’t get a role in power or anything acting wise?”

[@hundoeethegreat3531]

glad yall did this 👌🏾🔥🚀 should keep effie on as co host too shit is fire🔥

[@20YearSoul]

Great podcast.Can't wait to hear from other actors on the show. Hopefully some writers too. It would be cool if you guys talked to people from other street shows, like get any of the people from "The Wire" like Mack Wilds or Jermaine Crawford

[@alejandrosose5751]

That’s also my favorite scene when she come back from killing Lauren and scribz Riley - “I lied” is playing. What a masterpiece of a closing scene. Chills 🎉

[@patrickgoins3558]

Just found this podcast I luv it I’m gonna binge and it’s so informative gianni kill n the explanation Michael is too kool big fan keep up the great work

[@YoungFixieRidus]

Letttssss gooooo new episode i didn’t even watch it yet and i already know it’s fye!

[@QuietGiantStudios]

I LOVE this podcast, this crew, and the show!! Best show in the Power universe idc idc idc

[@poetlong2929]

Yes my favorite

[@SupportGamin2024]

Who is ready for Season 3?!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@anisahmahdi]

Everyone!!!! 🙌

[@lynsmarie1067]

When does it premiere? I heard Gianni has a spinoff coming out later this year or beginning of next year 2023.

[@lynsmarie1067]

I think it's gonna be called LOYALTY.

[@darkskinnq]

@@lynsmarie1067 it’s on the wall behind them i didnt know he had a show coming

[@richmondfrimpong7222]

This is interesting and I love y’all so much. I’m a big fan from West Africa, Ghana🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭❤️

[@movierecap911]

🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭

[@ipleathetv6334]

I love to hear your guys perspective as actors, knowing that y’all get nervous and don’t know what the fuck your doing makes me feel like I’m not alone deadass😭😭

[@shevonenash2961]

Yall are funny 🤣 😆 Definitely loving this Pod Cast 👌 👏🏿

[@bc2394]

They ain’t lying. Dude literally fell asleep on live like 3 weeks ago 😂😂

[@user-nl5xo7si2o]

Love from the uk🇬🇧 we need these podcasts every week! Seeing as there is no episodes!!!! Good content & great vibes

[@Shameikapretty]

That was my favorite scene too because when effie came back from killing Lauren no words were said but it was so intense and loud 💯🔥🔥 I just love y’all

[@renees.5159]

The energy was everything! I would love to see 50 on a episode 🔥🔥🔥 or Tommy / Lauren.