In this episode of the 280+ Podcast, we dive into some of the most thought-provoking cultural conversations and trending topics in Black media, sports, and entertainment:

⏺️ Amanda Seales on Jubilee’s Surrounded, Comedian, actress, and activist Amanda Seales went head-to-head against 20 Black conservatives, proudly identifying as a radical. We break down her powerful arguments, why Black conservatism often ignores historical context, and the ways these debates impact the Black working class today.

⏺️ Netflix Documentary Review on Fit For TV: A full recap and review of Netflix’s shocking documentary exposing the dark side of the hit reality show The Biggest Loser. From dangerous weight-loss tactics to the exploitation of contestants, we discuss the hidden truths behind reality TV’s obsession with transformation.

⏺️ Are Music Videos Dying? Once the lifeblood of artist branding and fan connection, music videos don’t seem to hold the same cultural weight in 2025. We debate whether they’re still relevant, how social media has changed their impact, and if the industry even needs them anymore.

⏺️ Big 3 Playoffs Recap: Ice Cube’s Big 3 Basketball League had me hooked all summer! Hear my breakdown of the playoffs, standout players, and why this league has carved out its own lane in professional basketball.

Tune in for a mix of cultural commentary, sports analysis, and conversations you won’t hear anywhere else!

Whether you’re a sports fan, music enthusiast, or just love engaging conversations, this episode has something for you! Plus, I unpack the controversies around extreme weight loss on reality TV and the legacy of hip-hop culture through its award shows.

🔥 Don’t miss out on exclusive insights, recaps, and my unfiltered opinions. Join the conversation by leaving your comments—what’s your take on these topics? Hit that like button, subscribe for more episodes, and share this with anyone who’d vibe with the content! Let’s keep the dialogue going.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

05:49 - The Biggest Loser: Fit for TV

09:42 - The Biggest Loser: Contestants' Intense Workouts

14:57 - Why The Biggest Loser Was So Popular

19:09 - The Biggest Loser Temptation Challenges Explained

29:47 - Recap of Jubilee's Surrounded - Amanda Seales vs Black Conservatives

38:31 - Debates Claims of the Show:

• Claim 1: Reparations are just and necessary
• Claim 2: Black on Black Crime is a result of Under-investment and over policing
• Claim 3: Systemic racism isn’t a theory - it’s our lived experience backed by data and history
• Claim 4: Black Conservatism Fails to Meet the Needs of the Working Class

40:22 - Claim 1: The Case for Reparations

45:03 - Claim 2: Understanding Black on Black Crime

47:40 - Claim 3: Exploring Systemic Racism

50:48 - Claim 4: The Rise of Black Conservatism

1:00:24 - The Death of Music Videos

1:06:30 - Are Music Videos Still Relevant?

1:14:55 - Big 3 Playoffs Overview

1:17:42 - Big 3 Playoffs Highlights

1:26:00 - OUTRO

Prepare for an unforgettable episode as we dive into the wild truth about Chris Brown's Breezy Bowl 🎤!

In this week's episode of the 280+ Podcast, I’m sharing my full recap, thoughts, and opinions on one of the hottest concerts of the year.

From chaotic parking situations to the electric energy of Chris Brown’s performance, I’m breaking down every detail of my experience at the Breezy Bowl. Was it the best concert ever?

Tune in to find out what I really thought and how it compared to his 2022 Breezy Tour.But that’s not all! This episode is packed with exclusive insights and discussions on trending topics. We’re talking about Pedro Pascal’s recent controversy, and Ari Lennox’s take on 90s sitcoms like Martin

Hear all about the unexpected beef between Cam'Ron and Omar Gooding, and even a surprising review of the latest Fantastic Four : First Steps movie.

Plus, I’m sharing perspectives on parenting today, including raising kids in better environments and reflecting on “get it out the mud” parenting styles.

Don’t miss this jam-packed episode filled with humor, reflection, and storytelling. Join us for the conversation, share your thoughts in the comments, and let’s keep the dialogue going.

Hit that like button, subscribe for more, and stay tuned for weekly episodes that go beyond the timeline.

Tune in now and join us in exploring the hottest takes and real-life moments!

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01:37 - Episode Overview

04:44 - Breezy Bowl Concert Experience

12:26 - Venue Access Tips

17:06 - Concert Highlights

24:58 - Chris Brown Album Concert Discussion

27:39 - Best Concert Experiences

28:20 - Fantastic Four: First Steps Review

42:30 - Ari Lennox Revisionist Review of Martin

49:30 - Tichina Arnold sets the record straight about Martin and Pam

01:00:34 - Cam'ron vs. Omar Gooding

01:06:20 - Omar Gooding’s Reaction

01:14:02 - Parenting Strategies

01:20:40 - Growing Up with Resilient Parents

01:22:20 - Effective Parenting Tips

01:27:47 - Spoiling Children Discussion

01:31:29 - Outro

Cardi B & Offset drama, NBA playoff chaos, and so much more—this week's episode is packed with exclusive insights and fiery opinions!

🎙️ Join me, your host Los_Def, as we break down the messy Cardi B & Offset situation, including the controversy with Stefon Diggs that's got social media buzzing. We explore the ripple effects of their high-profile drama and what it means for their public lives.

But that's not all! Get my take on the NBA Finals matchup—Indiana Pacers vs. OKC Thunder—plus my bold predictions and a deep dive into the Knicks' shocking move to fire Tom Thibodeau. Did they make the right call or fumble their future? 🏀

We’re also tackling trending headlines like Latto's surprising take on the "emptiness" of wealth, the dangerous misinformation circulating on TikTok about mental health, and the unfortunate shutdown of Job Corps.

Plus, stick around for my reviews of two must-watch shows: Netflix's "Forever" and the latest season of "The Chi."

From heartfelt moments to messy plots, there's plenty to unpack. Don’t miss your chance to join the conversation—comment your thoughts, share your takes, and let’s keep the discussion going.

Hit that like button, subscribe for more episodes, and help keep the vibe alive!

Tune in now for laughs, debates, and inspiration. 🎧✨

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:19 - Graduation Season

06:44 - Cardi B & Offset Drama

17:57 - Lotto on Wealth and Boredom

24:57 - Job Corps Closure Update

30:55 - TikTok’s Harmful Mental Health Advice

37:15 - Avoiding Social Media for Mental Health

38:48 - NBA Finals Overview

45:56 - Knicks Fire Tom Thibodeau

49:20 - NBA Coaches Discussion

55:45 - Netflix's Forever Review

1:00:36 - Casting Insights

1:03:17 - Being a Teen Experience

1:07:55 - The Chi Series Discussion

1:19:50 - Outro

The return of Levi "Sparkx" McCurdy (host of the WAWD Pod) features him as my guest Co-host! We get into some hot topics and breaks down everything you need to know about AI and how it's the ultimate tool for any content creator out there!

Timestamps/Topics

Introductions

(4:00) We Talking Bout Taxes: Levi's solution to our flawed tax system. Also, what is FED NOW?

(12:17) The End of the US Dollar: The BRICS Nations combine to denounce the almighty dollar

(15:28) RecapNRecord: When is the dynamic duo coming back?

(19:23) Fast Infinity: We joke about the seemingly never ending Fast & Furious Saga

(23:45) Anti-Carpooling: When does it make sense, when is it a hassle?

(30:17) Road Rage

(35:02) Levi's Fast Food Hacks: From stealing orders to the Dash Pass, Levi is your fast food plug!

(43:40) Ushering in a New Performance: Is it time that Usher headlined a Super Bowl performance. We go through his hits and discuss who's likely the next person up.

(56:00) A.I. Takeover - What is AI? We talk about the evolution of technology and the newest way to stay ahead

(1:03:38) Heart on My Sleeve: Hear the snippet of the latest Drake song that's not actually Drake

(1:13:40) Dark AI: There is a side of this technology being used for ulterior motives

(1:17:15) Work Smarter not Harder

In this week's jam-packed solo episode, the topic is financial deception in all forms. Hear about a couple that has opposing views on a how to operate a savings account. Also, a soccer player that's playing chess not checkers when it comes to protecting his money. Then Franklin from Snowfall pulling out all the stops to get what Teddy took from him! All this and much more!

Timestamps/Topics:

(3:40) Fresh Bar Sports Show Live and shoutout to local creators!

(9:00) Tank Davis Fight - Last minute fight prediction

(11:00) Mario Movie - NO SPOILERS - Go see that with your kids right now! The movie was long overdue.

(19:15) Financial Infidelity - What would you do if your wife cleared out your savings account you've had since age 16 and she says, "it's our money"?

(27:10) Mama Know Best - Achraf Hakimi avoids losing assets in a divorce because everything was in his mama's name. "You wasn't with me shooting in the gym!"

(35:40) This Dog Gotta Go: A couple keeps their dog after it attacked their three-year-old daughter. This segment I'm trying to understand irrational dog lovers.

(42:10) Snowfall - Franklin wasn't never getting that money back, yall!

(52:00) Love is Blind Finale and Reunion: The highlight of the reunion was its delayed start, otherwise it was light!

Recap of the winning couples

(59:00) Tiktok was wrong: The failed couples of the show including Micah and Paul, also the wedding that never was.

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This week we got one of PA's hardest rappers out of the 717, Wavy Westbrook pulling to the podcast. We talk about what's in store for the rest of 2023. Along with conversations about relationships, being parent, and proper white Nike Air Force One etiquette. Timestamps/Topics (2:00) The Mission: Wavy reflects on the journey in Hip Hop and staying on the grind, but also growing as an artist. (9:26) It Started in Battle Rap: We talk about the evolution of the genre and wanting to break the stigma that battle rappers can't make music. (16:29) A Rose from Da 7 (21:29) Rap Contemporaries (25:40) Saying Too Much on Wax: Rappers incriminate themselves everyday, but what would a song sound like if their lawyer did the adlibs, haha! (32:42) White Forces Etiquette - After Blac Youngsta went viral for disrespecting the forces we talk about what's how many wears can you get out of a pair until it's time to hang them up or give them away. (36:47) That Thing Gotta be Right - Adrien Broner posed the question how many bodies can you accept from a woman (42:20) Taking Heed to Guidance - A theory about why young people don't do well with taking on certain life lessons but what parents can do to combat that hardheadedness. (52:19) A Taste of Bars - Wavy drops some bars on 280+ to give us a glimpse of what's next.

This week I'm linking up with my podcast bro Jabar Harris from the Fresh Bar Sports Show. We're giving you everything you need to about his live event on April 15th so get your tickets! Plus we run through some Twitter takes. Hear us debate our differences in opinion about Mo'Nique, and then ending the show with some sports. . . That Kyrie trade is looking funny in the light these days.

Timestamps/Topics

(2:00) April 15th It's Going Down - Jabar is holding his first ever live show, hear about what we can expect and where the idea originated in the first place.

Twitter Takes

• (15:55) Throwback Attention - What did people do to get attention prior to social media, our answers will take you down memory lane.

• (25:00) IDK About them Chores - Are chores oppressive to kids and is school the only "work" they should concern themselves with?

• (35:00) Horrible Bosses - We talk about jobs that put the company before their employees and share what we would do in an extreme scenario where a boss shows no empathy for an employee's situation.

(44:45) Queen by Default? - On a recent episode Jabar thought I was throwing shade on Mo'Nique comedic skills so we debate it out to decide if she's the greatest or simply the big fish in a small pond. . .

(56:00) This Isn't a Fairy Tale - We talk about Snowfall and how we would like to see the show come to an end.

(1:02:45) March Madness - Congrats to the winners LSU women and UConn men's basketball teams

(1:07:44) Kyrie Factor - We talk about the Mavericks slide from playoff contender to a team that's almost at the bottom of the Western Conference and why one of the culture's favorite point guards is not really like that!

This week the one and only Laddie Moran, recording artist out of Lancaster, PA, pulls up to the podcast for a dope conversation about music, relationships, and much more!

Timestamps/Topics:

Introductions

(2:31) Congratulations Are in Order: We talk about Laddie's recent proposal and what it all took to get him off the market for good

(10:53) Stepping Up to the Plate: Conflicting information about relationships on social media has people raging gender wars about expectations, finances, and even raising another man's child

(19:29) Poor People Stink: We react to two different clips from two caucasian podcasts that have interesting and frightening opinions about hygiene, especially wash clothes.

(29:45) Caught Lacking at PF: Tekashi 6ix9ine got strolled on at the gym but oddly enough there's a sympathy movement on his behalf. We talk about society's obsession with recording violence and self-snitching

(42:09) Think Never Feel: Laddie shares his music creation process and when he knows its time to for the masses to hear his work.

(53:10) Studying the Greats and Not-So-Greats: Here we talk about our guest's musical inspirations and how they fit a wide spectrum of talent.

(1:01:11) Lupe Fiasco Appreciation: We talk about Lupe's career trajectory and how he was going places nobody could imagine today.

(1:04:41) Rap or Die!: A Twitter meme puts us to a test of survival on whether we can rap a song from a rapper that represents our birth month. Find out what rappers we were assigned with.

(1:08:00) Why Does He Rap Like a Baby: We talk about drawing the line on artistic expression. We understand the genre evolves but some artists just don't have it!

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This week I'm going solo and I'm talking about the latest cosmetic trends that need to go by the wayside, sports, and the hottest TV shows out currently!

Topics/Timestamps

(3:00) They Getting Dimples Now, Yall - Cosmetic procedures aren't going anywhere but dimples and black women getting lip fillers is where we have to draw the line.

(11:00) End of an Era: As a Packers fan I'm ready to move on from Rodgers and say my goodbyes, what will we get from him compensation wise though.

(17:00) March Madness - Upsets are always fun but this season felt a little crazier than normal. Who's cutting the net down in a few weeks?

(20:00) His Mama Named Him Temetrius - Ja Morant is back this week from his indefinite suspension, was he let off the hook easy or did the punishment fit?

(24:20) Always Be Yourself - On a recent episode of Bel Air we see Hilary Banks overcompensate to be culturally appropriate only for it to backfire. The reason why Coco Jones isn't my crush anymore.

(32:20) Snowfall Final Season - Midway Point: The show is all over the place at this point and I fear we won't get the epic ending most fans want to see.

(39:07) BMF Finale - The season started shaky but ended on a high note and a good cliffhanger.

(43:53) Mo'Nique is Back - She might not be my cup of tea when it comes to comedy but can't nobody hate on her acting ability. I believe every role she plays! Her performance on BMF was no different.

This week's episode is the first of its kind on the 280+ Podcast with a Point of View candid conversation with my barber Tyrik Jackson as I'm getting usual haircut. Hear about Tyrik's career that spans 30 years and his rise from apprentice to reaching his ultimate goal of owning and operating his very own barber school, Premier Barber Institute. Plus, some bonus solo coverage on some trending topics

Topics:

Introduction: Celebrating 100 episodes: A special thanks to all the guests, the growing audience, and those who had a hand in the show behind the scenes. 

Challenges of Finding New Barber: When looking for a new barber in a new town, just ask the local women

Providing More Than a Haircut: We talk about pricing, the value of a haircut, and what Tyrik does when he's overbooked. 

Different Barber Paths: We talk about the evolution of the barber world, doing trade shows, and how sponsorships were the big thing back in the day.

Developing My Own Brand: Tyrik talks about building his brand and how he's always been a few steps ahead of the curve when it comes to marketing.

Reaching My Ultimate Goal: More than anything Mr. Jackson wanted to open up his own barber school because they didn't exist when he first started and his dream came to fruition with Premier Barber Institute. 

The Threshold to a Dream: A unique story about how Tyrik and his mom found a passion in the same field the day he applied to cosmetology school. 

Solo Wrap Up: To close the show I go solo to talk about the Oscars including what people perceive as an award snub for Angela Bassett. I also talk about a controversial topic that I feel more women aren't being vocal about since the shoe is on the other foot. 

100 Episodes! Let's take a minute to celebrate this accomplishment. The show goes on with this week's guest Tearra Arrington a fellow podcaster, that's also a blogger and filmmaker pulls up to the Podcast to talk her latest project Vicious Cycles: Malik's Redemption. This film hits big topics like childhood trauma, infidelity, broken homes, interracial dating, and parents that lack accountability and we dive right into all these points evident in the production. 

Timestamps/Topics:

Introductions: You Got an Accent?

(5:36) Shade Room Rivalry: Tearra doesn't follow anything related to The Shade Room because of a personal/professional beef, hear her side of things!

(12:30) Vicious Cycles: Life Imitating Art - This short film hit close to home for our guest. We talk about behind the scenes work like casting and writing a script. 

(16:20) No L's Just Lessons: Hear about some first-hand challenges a new filmmaker is likely to face

(26:18) Vicious Cycles: A candid conversation about the cycles that tend to plague society

(39:47) Interracial Dating: A scene in the movie made me wonder if black women are really bitter and the Goldchain Diva breaks down why black women have a problem with brand new tires

(46:27) Is MJB corny? : The red carpet conversation went give and some people believe he's just getting his lick back.

(53:45) The Boy is Mine: A man's nightmare would to be caught being unfaithful, your girl knowing, and then using the side chick to seek revenge on you. 

(59:49) Parents Just Don't Understand: We know that childhood trauma permeates with you through adulthood is left unchecked. Would your parents be open to therapy to hash out all that baggage?

(1:04:46) Cruel and Unusual Punishments

(1:13:07) The Blackening - Trailer reaction

This week's special guest Jovon "Boo Boo" Deshields just came home after a 12 year bid that started when he was 15 years old. His message since being paroled is "Never Going Back" we talk about his trial and tribulations and his what his road home has looked like.

Timestamps/Topics:

(2:05) Not a Kid Anymore: Boo Boo talks about his childhood and the environment that presented him with opportunities to start hustling

(6:25) Media Influences: How much does the media play in the youth turning to the streets and a life of crime.

(9:20) Can't Prepare for This: Hear about our guest's first experiences getting locked up and how he was in for a rude awakening. He gives his firsthand experiences of incarceration as a teenager and growing up in prison.

(17:37) Never Going Back: Boo Boo talks about when his mindset shifted and when he vowed that he was never going back. 

(22:30) Recidivism is Real: After doing 12 years how does a person transition to a life of freedom and what steps do they need to take to avoid being a statistic.

(31:39) Mental Health: We get deep and talk about coping with depression and finding light at the end of the tunnel

(34:54) As Long as I Reach One: After being out for only 4 months, Boo Boo has started giving back and giving lectures to teens going down the wrong path. What's his message to the next generation and what that means to him given his own experiences. 

In this week's solo edition of the 280+ Podcast I'm breaking down the fact that everyone is a liar as I discuss the 8 types of liars and how we all fit somewhere in the spectrum given the opportunity and circumstances. Tune in for my reactions to the latest headlines within the culture. Not to mention a full slate TV Show recaps of BMF, All American, the season finale of The Parent Test, and Netflix's You

Timestamps/Topics

Caucasity Candy Intro - White Chocolate is nasty, but who's bright idea was this controversial confection?

In The Headlines

(5:25) Tiger Woods Tampon Prank: Hear how Tiger Woods return to the golf course almost got him canceled for having some honest fun during his latest tournament. Are we getting too sensitive as a society?

(9:39) Neiman Marcus Doesn't Want Your Money: The high-end retail department store is closing many of its discount stores and vowing to focus solely on their wealthiest customers. So why are we working ourselves to death to keep up with the Jones's with companies that only value a certain demographic of its customers?

(20:32) We're Going to Trial - The five former officers involved in the Tyre Nichols tragedy all plead not guilty setting the stage for a trial to see whether justice will be served for Nichols and his family. 

(23:00) Everybody Cappin' - I talk about what psychologists identify as the 8 types of lies people tell from the most to least harmful types of deception. The question is where do you fall on the scale? 

• (24:30) Pathological Liar
• (25:44) Intentional Liar
• (26:55) Manipulative liar
• (28:30) Protective Liar
• (30:05)Avoidant Liar
• (32:25) Impressive Liar
• (33:50) The Lazy Liar
• (35:50)The Tactful Liar 

(39:00) BMF - It looks like Lil Meech and Michael Rainey were going at it about whose show reigns supreme. Meech's dad falls to temptation once again. Terry got his sidepiece asking too many questions when she has her own baggage to worry about.

(52:21) The Parent Test: Shoutout to Single Black Mothers - The winner of ABC's The Parent Test was announced as Andrea McCoy and her disciplined style of parenting ran laps around her competition and how that black mothers can hold in down in extreme circumstances despite the narrative and negative stereotypes.

(1:00:00) All American: Why They Do Coach Billy Baker Like That? - Taye Diggs leaves the show which created the most awkward and rushed character write-off I've seen in a long time. Where does the show go in its next chapter?

(1:04:40) Return of “You” Part 1: The Netflix hit show You is back and let's just say the hunter has now become the hunted. See how Joe maneuver's as Season 4 offers a fresh twist to the madness.

Closing: Mac History Month - Mac McClung shocks NBA fans last weekend as he wins the Slam Dunk Contest making him an instant star and proving White Men Can Jump

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Teens are stepping away from social media platforms, and in this week’s episode of the 280+ Podcast, we’re diving into why! 🚀 Check out this week’s episode as I explore the social media detox trend sweeping through teens globally, the surprising impacts of platforms like Instagram, and how these shifts are shaping online culture. 📱

💬But that’s not all! Don’t miss my thoughts and opinions on Black Fatigue, inspired by Mary-Frances Winters’ book, and an honest look at how social media harms self-esteem and mental health, particularly in younger users. Plus, I share an amusing yet heartfelt story about a man helping his uncle with MS that’ll stick with you.

We also tackle trending topics like Travis Hunter’s marriage, Joey Bada$$’s bold callout to Kendrick Lamar, and wild moments from my recent trip to Hershey Park with my son (roller coasters, style trends, and more!). 🎢🔥

Prepare to be inspired, laugh, and reflect on the issues that matter. Join us for exclusive insights, heartfelt stories, and a breakdown of social media’s effect on today’s youth.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:32 - The Real Black Fatigue

09:10 - This Week’s Episode

13:03 - My Hershey Park Experience

25:50 - Reacting to MS Awareness Video

34:45 - Travis Hunter's Wedding

39:35 - Young People Prefer Life Without Internet

45:47 - Social Media's Harm to Youth

49:14 - Effects of Social Media on Mental Health

53:39 - Joey Bada$$ Disses Kendrick Lamar

59:50 - Understanding the Big Beautiful Bill

1:06:29 - Trump’s Proposed SNAP Changes

1:12:42 - Outro

This week I got my guy Biscayne James returning to the podcast to kick it with me as a guest Co-Host. Hear all about what we thought about the Super Bowl and Rihanna’s Halftime show. What’s the deal with those trendy, goofy red boots that have been going viral. Plus we talk about those strange balloons from China and what that might mean in the near future. Tune in, you don’t want to miss this one.

Timestamps/Topics:

Introductions:

(2:00) Super Bowl Recap: Super Bowl 57 was one for the ages with the Kansas City Chiefs coming out on top. We talk about KC’s key factors to winning, the Bradberry holding call, and the impact coaching has on football more than any other sport.

(19:45) Rihanna’s Halftime Show: The highly anticipated performance was a bit more low energy than expected, but when you’re expecting. . . We talk about the moment we realized she had a baby bump, and was her choreography emasculating to men?

(32:07) Big Red Mario Boots: The goofy red boots that’s gone viral from the brand MSCHF is a modern day social experiment for following trends. These boots are being flipped for a hefty price!

(41:41) China Wants the Smoke: An alleged spy balloon from China was recently shot down and China responds with a smooth warning and my guest host predicts what that might really mean.

(51:34) No Kids Allowed: A NJ Italian Restaurant will implement a ban on small children and we talk about whether more restaurants should be adults only. #FDK

(58:15) Women Think We’re Dumb: We talk about women that underestimate their man’s intelligence and not take heed to their advice and how that can put a strain on the relationship.

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Lebron breaks the all-time scoring record and I'm here to give him his flowers with no unsolicited comparisons. Hear my honest recap of Netflix's "You People". Reactions to the 65th Annual Grammys. Not to mention hear about some interesting things happening in these school cafeterias around the country because it's a lunchtime lituation.!

Timestamps/Topics

Introduction/Topic Rundown

(4:02) Mancave is a Must: A female content creator makes a skit about boyfriends that like to play video games. I give my advice that will eliminate almost all your problems if you're a gamer wanting to maintain peace in your relationship.

(8:00) Lunchtime Lituations: Hear about a cafeteria worker in Louisiana using the school kitchen for her edibles empire. Then a school in NY offers an appetizing meal, but went a little too hard for Black History Month on the very first day!

(13:33) Two Kinds of Chicken and Waffles: Everyone's interpretation of Chicken and Waffles isn't the same and the PA dutch got a recipe that got me scratching my head.

(17:36) 65th Annual Grammys: Hip-Hop's 50th Anniversary Performance

(22:00) WHO TF is Robert Glasper?: Chris Brown with the ultimate snub and a possibly because a nominee should've been in a different category. 

(25:20 Most wins ever! Reaction to Beyonce now holding the all-time Grammy record, 

(28:15) Keep Winning: Kendrick continuing to win Grammys with each album release, since being robbed by Macklemore. He takes breaks to give others a chance

(31:40) Lebron Passes Kareem: Here to give Lebron his flowers, we're not likely to see another like him ever again.

(38:00 Super Bowl Prediction: Hear who I think will take the big game and why

(40:30) You People: Director Kenya Barris with a rare miss, get my honest take on why this movie just wasn't it!

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Let's go! This week I got my dawg Quil Orr kicking with me. If you're a fan of BMF, The Philadelphia Eagles, or an avid gym goer you definitely want to tap in! We definitely had a good time and I'm always happy to celebrate when my bros are winning and elevating. Hear about the latest from Shot By Martian, Martian Photography LLC!

Timestamp/Topics

(2:10) Introductions

(8:00) Avoiding Dad Bod

(12:00) Viral Voyeur

(18:15) You Can't Have My Chicken

(21:00) Which One is Not a Dealbreaker

(26:21) BMF is Back

(37:00) Damar Hamlin Speaks

(44:20) Eagles/Niners

(54:14) -Who is this year’s MVP

(1:01:00) All Star Starters Announced

(1:06:00) Reasons to Watch the NBA

(1:15:14) Wrap Up

This week pulling up to the podcast, I got one of the featured male models at the Ace of Styles Fashion Show, Marcel Richardson. Hear about his current ventures as an actor, model, and podcaster and his unexpected start in entertainment. We talk about Lori Harvey setting the standard for dating among women. Stephen A. Smith eats his words after sending a stray shot at Rihanna. 21 Savage is an example of keeping it real going wrong. We react to the Davis vs. Garcia announcement.

(1:30) How I Met Your Mother 

(4:16) Ace of Styles Fashion Show - Marcel and I talk about being apart of his first fashion show and the coincidence it was to get the opportunity. 

(13:54) Changing Paths - Our guest gives us a rundown on his start in acting, his experiences, and working with a talent agency.

(23:48) Resume Building - At this point our guest is on a mission and has his eyes open for any type of role, Tubi movies included.

(28:29) Hottest in the Game - Lori Harvey has the internet in an uproar after now being connected to Damson Idris. Is she writing the blueprint for how you "should" date?

(37:26) Keeping it Real Gone Wrong - 21 Savage's rant on Clubhouse has people wondering who the real 21 Savage is. The guy getting keys to the city for positive initiatives or just another statistic telling war stories. 

(41:28) Always in Debate Mode - Stephen A. Smith doesn't know when to stop talking, unprompted shade towards Rihanna had Smith eating his words and apologizing.

(43:48) Rihanna vs Beyonce - Who wins in a hypothetical verzuz

(47:12) They Sent the Contract - Tank Davis and Ryan Garcia is finally going down! Does this erase criticism that Tank doesn't take on the best fighters?

Sports Wrap-up

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This week I got Larry Brock, a recording artist representing Skollaz Ent. pulling up for a dope conversation. Hear all about his personal growth in music in such a short time. We get into some dope conversations about getting out of poverty, taking risks eating at dirty food spots, states requiring ID to access adult sites, and Gabrielle Union's claim that being the breadwinner is an infidelity pass! You don't want to miss this one, listen until the end!

Timestamps/Topics

(2:13) How it all started - Hear about the Baltimore Native start in music, his style, being a natural entertainer, and why at age 25 he feels he's on the clock. 

(7:35) Growth and Progression - Larry Brock is a team player we talk about his next steps, being involved with Skollaz Ent and how Industry Nights in the 717 provide a stage for artists to get better and raise awareness

(14:45) Breaking the Curse of Poverty - Why a particular Polo G sound byte resonates with him so much and has him focused on building a better life for his son.

(17:44) Middle Class Trapped Mindset - We talk about an enlightening Earn Your Leisure (EYL) clip and talk about how the wealthy truly make their own rules.

(26:35) Jordan's Fish N  Chicken - In this segment we react to a viral clip of a food spot with some questionable methods in the kitchen and why we keep going back to the dirty food establishments despite obvious red flags. This one gets wild and funny

(34:25) You Need I.D. - A new law in Louisiana requires a verified photo ID in order to visit adult sites on the web, we get into the pros and cons and what that could mean for the rest of the country in the near future

(43:27) Breadwinners Get Ultimate Hall Pass - Gabrielle Union was in the headlines recently after revealing a controversial mindset where she stated that when she was the breadwinner she felt entitled to do as she pleased. Is she wrong and are women in general getting their lick back now that many are touching a lot more paper

This week let's talk about the latest happening in the culture that's going viral and story about how I've been living on the edge the past month or so! I know you all saw that bowling date  that ended with a bowling ball knockout. Then, I chime in on the Gucci Mane and Big Scarr funeral fiasco with the family. Next, we talk about 250K weddings and why Phresher's fiance might not be holding that title very long. Then I wrap it up with a TV recap of a brand new reality series, The Parent Test as we learn about what happens when various parenting styles was put up to the challenge to see which methods are most effective! 💯💯💯

Timestamps/Topics

(1:45) Ace of Styles Fashion Show - Here about the dopest fashion show event to get 2023 off with a bang for the 717 area and everyone involved. 

(7:40) Adult Inconveniences - A story about my latest adult inconvenience that deals with a debit card debacle and how I'm burnt about my dilemma.

(14:53) Bowling Ball Bae - A viral video that involves an argument between a man and woman on a date at a bowling alley that ended with an unconscious man getting ridiculed instead of being helped.

(22:19) Funeral Fiasco - RIP to Big Scarr because in his absence his family has been in a viral feud with Gucci Mane questioning his funeral contributions. Hear multiple perspectives of this wild story. 

(32:39) $250K Wedding- A clip from Love and Hip Hop has gone viral as we see Phresher and his fiance get a heated debate on the cost of her dream wedding

(40:25) The Parent Test - ABC's new reality series The Parent Test pits 12 families up against each other through challenges to see who has the most effective parenting style. Would you put your parenting to the test on National TV?

    (47:04) Episode 1 Recap - High Dive Challenge, Say Yes Challenge

     (51:45) Episode 2 Recap - Fine Dining Challenge, Stranger Danger Challenge!

This week I'm back on my BS and going solo. We got the levels right and ready to give yall some dope content to start the New Year! The dust has settled so I'm discussing the Tory Lanez verdict. As the playoffs approach, you're gonna hear some talk about the "Improbable Packers". I also got some tweets to react to that are funny, messy, and spicy for sure. Lastly my reactions to the Brittany Renner Interview with Pearl Davis! Timestamps and Topics Introductions and Happy New Year (4:00) Episode Rundown (5:00) What's Roc Nation Have to Do With This? - No expert analysis here, just opinions and banter. Tory found guilty on all counts       (7:00) The Jail Call That Sealed His Fate - The Tory stans think its fake, but it's the closest thing we have to a confession. He's looking funny in the light.       (11:30) Control Your Narrative - Celebrities now really bask in the bad publicity is good narrative, but there's reasons why you never hear a peep from more successful celebs.        (13:00) Appeals, Appeals, Appeals: Petitions are being signed but do we realize that having a bad defense attorney isn't enough to get you a second trial (16:00) The Improbable Packers - With one game left in the season the Green Bay Packers still control their destiny after a rough season, but are they the team nobody wants to play in January? (23:00) What's on the TL - Crazy, Messy, and Spicy Tweets - The Real Definition of SMH (25:30) Women Are Turning Into Men: Some tweets about getting burnt and another one on the lengths women will go to cheat have me concerned for my female counterparts, check this part out for sure! (33:30) New Type of Friends with Benefits - One woman feels that its a friend's job to serve up their homegirls pleasure when they're feeling the blues (38:00) Brittany Renner Interview Reactions - The famous basketball baby mama is turning over a new leaf or is she? Hear the influencer talk about her body count repulsion, and bedroom regrets. 

This week the 280+ Podcast welcomes Sir Dominique Jordan”, a spoken word poet, creative entrepreneur, and “Artivist”.that comes to talk about his upcoming spoken word album, The Prolific One. We talk about the rising underground poetry scene in Central PA, and the opportunities it’s created to allow him to spread his message across the country. Plus we talk about the latest in the culture with a conversation about not biting the hand that feeds you.

Timestamps/Topics

(1:00) Introductions/Small World -

(8:45) Phrase You Heard the Most Growing Up

(20:00) Don’t Bite the Hand - Former Child Stars Bow Wow and Romeo are under fire for choice words about music moguls that created their stardom

-Bow Wow refute JD’s claims of creating 106 and Park

(25:33) Romeo’s dispute with his father Master P, claims his father wasn’t paying him as he gets his first Rap Snacks check last month

(33:21) The Prolific One Album - the new spoken word album by Sir Dominique Jordan, hear how he put it together and what’s to expect from a project like this. The album releases this Saturday on New Year's Eve

(40:00) Poetry Scene in Lancaster - There's a burgeoning poetry scene in Lancaster, PA that's growing by the week and it's headed by Sir Dominique and his team that has no issue finding participants to speak their piece on the mic. 

Exclusive announcement for an event this weekend. 

(50:09) Slam Poetry Growth - We get insight into all the different poetry communities in the state, and how the local events are just a starting point for bigger opportunities for all poets alike. 

(56:32) The Artivist - the term created by our guest as he talks about being a renaissance man for change and the issues in the community he's looking to improve. 

We throw a few Game of Thrones tangents in there, because surprisingly SDJ just started the series last week, haha!

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This week I got the multi-talented artist, engineer, and producer Adrian Rose pulling to the podcast. We talk about some of these high-profile court cases featuring prominent artists like Meg, Tory, and even Gunna. Later we have a conversation about music production and whether the trend of artists working with one exclusive producer is the way to go. The government has also stepped up their attacks on social media including a plans to ban Tiktok altogether. These topics and much more on Episode 89 of the 280+ Podcast!

Timestamps/Topics

Introductions

(2:34) Podcast Blunder - Adrian Rose was actually already featured in a 280+ Podcast interview, I tell the story of how it didn't end up on the live episode.

(5:44) Help Wanted - One of the latest trends in music we see is artists using social has a hiring classifieds section, but why are Summer Walker and Glorilla being so stingy with the wages!

(12:38) Who Shot YA - The Tory Lanez and Meg trial is underway and everyday the headlines are getting messier every single day, we'll see what the jury thinks soon enough. 

(18:00) Take it to Trial or Nah - Gunna takes a plea deal, so what does this mean for Young Thug in this YSL case. Is Gunna a Snitch? 

(24:15) A-Rose - This week's guest started in production and music engineering and eventually found his way behind the mic. His singing voice will catch you off guard as its something we don't really hear in today's music. 

(31:50) Dream Collabs - The artists and producers you wish to work with really speak to an artist's style and sound

(39:45) Locking in the Booth - We talk about creating cohesion in music and whether its better to lock in with one producer or to outsource and collab with a variety or producers. 

(48:31) Texas Social Media Ban - Legislators in Texas want to ban social media for people under the age of 18 because of the negative effects on mental health. Is this an overreach or a smart idea?

(55:23) Attack on Tiktok - The United States has flirted with the idea of a TikTok ban since 45 was the President. Is this ban gaining new steam these days?

How would the general public react?

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In this week's solo episode I bring the energy with a jam-packed podcast that includes a few show and TV reviews. Hear about my first football tailgating experience and the hottest sports story, Deion Sanders leaving an HBCU for a PWI. I talk about getting into the Christmas spirit and much much more! 

Timestamps/Topics

Introduction - Thank You to Ripple Effect and Worldwide Wednesday

(4:43) Christmas Spirit - I talk about not going broke for the Holidays just to play catch up all year, and how soon is it to get your new boo a Christmas gift?

(8:08) Worst Things to Watch when Hosting Women - A funny Twitter topic where women explain the worst things they were forced to watch during a sneaky link. 

(13:45) Primetime Major Moves - Deion Sanders leaves an HBCU he's put back into prominence for a bottom of the barrel Power 5 school. Is he letting down the community or are we putting too much weight on one man's shoulders?

(25:52) First Tailgating Experience - I went to an Eagles game the other week and the Eagles fans wasn't as crazy as y'all describe them. 

(32:20) I Aint Saying She a GoldDigger - Ye's divorce is finalized with him being ordered to pay $200k/month in child support. I explain how the courts and attorneys justify they high dollar amount agreements. 

(41:54) Nope Review - I recently seen Jordan Peele's most recent movie and let's just say its better to debate about than to watch. 

(46:01) Favorite Show of 2022! - Have you seen "The Bear" on FX? Well if you're a fan of Shameless you might love it based off one familiar face, but this is a must-watch quick binge and my nominee for Best TV show of the year!

(50:22) Double Dating With Your Mom?!: Y'all know I gotta think for dating reality shows, well this one is like F-Boy Island mixed with "How Stella Got Her Groove Back" - the show features a very strange dynamic that I just can't seem to shake off. 

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Prepare for jaw-dropping revelations in this week's episode! 🎙️ We tackle all of the Diddy Trial BOMBSHELLs and expose the shocking truth behind his legal battles.

From wild accusations to the dark side of celebrity power, we break it all down with exclusive insights you won’t hear anywhere else.

Plus, we dive into the NBA Conference Finals—are the Knicks or OKC destined for glory? 🏀

PLUS, we tackle a controversial topic making waves online: Black Fatigue. What does it mean? How does it impact our communities? And why is everyone talking about it?

Get ready for an unfiltered conversation that will leave you thinking. Join us as we unpack these explosive topics with unfiltered thoughts, bold opinions, and plenty of laughs along the way.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:00 - What's New in Dallas

05:20 - Luka Doncic Highlights

07:20 - END11:28 - Sinners Rewatch

20:26 - Last Great Generation Discussion

27:34 - Running Things into the Ground

30:54 - Understanding Black Fatigue

38:00 - Ratchet Behavior and Debauchery Fatigue

45:25 - White Fatigue Discussion

53:47 - Diddy Trial Overview

54:47 - What is Diddy on Trial For?

1:08:15 - Why Didn't She Leave?

1:16:46 - Alex Fine

1:19:40 - NBA Playoffs Update

1:19:40 - Knicks vs Pacers Matchup

1:23:11 - Thunder vs Timberwolves Preview

1:26:21 - Playoff Predictions

1:29:20 - Outro

Back from a brief hiatus, I got the homie Jonni Tsunami pulling up on me to talk about relationships, friends that cheat, parenting, and so much more! Hear us recap our 2022 playlists on Apple Music and Spotify. Hear our thoughts about one of the fastest rising Youtube Channels "JustPearlyThings"

Timestamps/Topics

Introduction - Jonni is gearing up for 2023 with an exciting new venture that's one month from launch

(2:46) Apple Replay/Spotify Wrapped 2022 - Hear us break down the state of music in 2022 and which artists dominated our ears and playlists this past year.

(9:29) Rising Artist and Falloffs - 2022 brought in the like of hot new artists like Glorilla, while some artists are holding on to a thread like Saweetie.

(13:22) Quiana Mann - The Wisconsin mom who unfortunately loss her life allegedly to the hands of her son. We talk about how young is too young to be tried as an adult.

(20:35) What is Gentle Parenting? - We talk about parenting styles amid this recent tragedy and is gentle parenting just another fad or are we missing out on something.

(27:00) Character Flaws and All - How should you proceed with a friend that has cheated on her spouse and do their activities mean they will betray your friendship in the future?

(37:43) Code of Silence - Distancing yourself is one thing but are you telling on your friend that's not doing right?

(41:32) What's the Real Flex? - We talk about sexual liberation and why it's not a flex to be indiscriminate about who you sleep with

(46:40) Climax Percentages - A sex conversation that centers around the female orgasm, sexing with demons, and which kind of women are better at sex.

(54:32) Just Pearly Things - One of 2022's fastest growing Youtuber's Pear Davis is being dubbed the female reincarnation of Kevin Samuels. We dig into her hot takes on relationships and whether they hold weight after further examination. 

This week I got invited out to do artist interviews at the 2nd Annual Give Back Festival hosted by Worldwide Wednesday and The Ripple Effect over at Phantom Power event venue. Hear about the festival itself, and meet the artists as I tap into to each guest in a different way as we talk about the moves they're making, and we talk about the best Thanksgiving side dishes!

(1:00) Worldwide Wednesday - The host and curator of this amazing event talks about the mission of the festival. Later hear about all he has going on including his short film. 

(8:00) Sir Dominique Jordan - This self-described "artivist" (Artist and Activist) talks about his year and the cool initiatives he's pushed forward as well as the accolades he's racked up in 2022

(13:45) Rizzo - Motivational Speaker, Author, Entrepreneur and No Limit Records producer Rizzo joins us. He got a energy drink to promote, he provides gems about networking, perseverance, and success. As he explains his lifelong journey and reaching where he is now in life. 

(31:17) Angel Del Cielo - The Latinx Artist pulls up with a translator, first time in the show's history as he talks about his artistry and his musical influences.

(36:16) For the Love of Women - The organization FLOW pulls up as I talk to a doctor and community organizer about their mission to end "period poverty" in the 717 area. This was an important message so don't skip this segment.

(44:00) Laddie Moran - We talk to the Red Rose City artist and his latest album NIGG*S along with its inspiration and message. 

(52:21) Jon Bolds - We wrap this up with a fun conversation with the Philly rapper as we gives some real spill about his music, Philly artists he'd love to work with, and a PSA on how Dreams and Nightmares is a song that will never die!

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This week I got a very special guest pulling up, actor Julito McCullum (The Wire). We talk about the Kyrie/Nets drama, Meg vs Drake, plus a recap of Her Loss. Hear about Julito's come up as an actor, landing his gig with the Wire, growing up and avoiding the pitfalls of other child entertainers. Not to mention we get into some tweets that spark conversations about women being accountable, and why NY dudes say "pause" and how it's evolved over the year, plus much more!

Timestamps/Topics

(1:05) Harlem Dudes Took Pause to a New Level!

(4:07) Female Accountability

(10:19) Twitter Blue Checks

(13:45) Kyrie Irving Set to Retire

(22:00) The Net Hire . . . Why?

(26:34) Drake and 21 Savage Album Recap

(30:15) Did Meg Drop the Ball by Not Dissing Back

(35:35) Extensive resume

(37:20) Child Actor

(41:40) God Bless You:

This week I'm going solo and I'm taking about "Her Loss", Elon Musk's Twitter takeover, Season 3 of Love is Blind, and we remember Migos' slain rapper, Takeoff! 

Timestamps/Topics:  

Introduction - Catch me outside, upcoming event on November 19th, why this is shaping up to be the best winter of my life! 

(4:40) I Got a New Boss: Elon's acquisition of Twitter has led to some unforeseen consequences. Is he promoting free speech or allowing hate speech to run rampant? 

(10:37) Comedian Impersonation: Comedienne Kathy Griffin found her account suspended for spoofing Elon and he's not having it.  

(13:25) Remembering Takeoff: The Migos rapper was on the wrong end of a tragedy after a dice game.

(17:25) E News Ain't the Culture: The Hollywood news outlet used Offset's picture to identify Takeoff!  

(20:54) Her Loss - Drake and 21 Savage's joint album as the streets talking and Drake is racking up new enemies.

(27:02) Meg Fires Back - Meg accuses Drake of clout chasing and it raises the question, what's fair in Hip-Hop?  

(34:09) Love is Blind 3 - The dating to marriage reality show is back for Season 3 and I'm not impressed with these couples.  

(36:54) Traditional Values Matter - One couple on Love is Blind didn't stand a chance in my eyes (Raven and SK) opposites don't always attract.  

(41:00) Attraction is not There - Another notable couple broke down once they seen each other in person and the guy was thirsting over his old crush.  

(51:54) URL Homecoming: Geechi Gotti takes the L against the GOAT Murda Mook. Material, delivery, and a little home court advantage sees the champion of the year fall to one of his toughest foes.

This week we got Henrock pulling up to the podcast! This Halloween yall had some of the wildest costumes and we recap some of the funniest and weirdest choices floating around social media. We talk about the music industry whether or not rap is going through a mid phase as record sales are down but pop stars like Taylor Swift seem to be doing just fine after a monster week. Hear us talk about sports rigging, Brittney Griner, and some hot twitter topics!

Timestamps/Topics

(1:07) Halloween Recap: Dressing up for the first time in years and we talk about social media's wildest and creative costumes. We name our Top 3 favorite Horror movie series

(12:00) I Owe You Some Henrock: Our guest talks about the origin of his name and if it comes from nickname from the hood's favorite adult spirit! Hear about Henrock's artistry and his evolution to a feel good music vibe. 

(22:29) Can't Have Your Cake: Henrock talks about relationships and what its like to be a rapper and a husband and things it took to get there.

(26:42) Wild Cake Prank: Some people just play different, what would you do if your friends played this cake prank on you?

(28:28) Taylor Swift Laps the Field: Is rap going through a mid phase and why are rap artist struggling to sell records in 2022?

(37:11) Bill-Paying Aesthetics: Are certain women not required to pay bills, and is that all based on looks?

( 41:21) Brittney Griner: The female basketball's star appeal was denied so what options remain as she's facing at least 8 for years.

(47:35) Sports Rigged: A tweet resurfaces about the possibility of sports being rigged and one tweet in particular has us wondering now.

This week from the DMV I got photographer and lifestyle brand curator Chad Visionaire pulling up to kick it with us. We dive into Ye's now infamous Drink Champs appearance and his recent fallout. Hear our high praises of the Netflix film, Entergalactic. The Taylor Port challenge got people in a frenzy, but to OG winos, think that's basic. Also hear how about Chad's unlikely path to photography and much more!

(2:09) The Real Wakanda - Chad gives us the 411 about the various regions of the DMV and why it's important not to get things twisted, despite the culture being the same. 

(6:34) Never Into Photography - Running a blog with a lot of moving parts Chad tells the story of how he found photography and ultimately fell in love with the craft.

(11:45) Popularizing Fatherhood - His latest photography project is geared towards bringing back prominence to black fathers

(17:35) Product of God -  Chad's lifestyle brand, Product of God goes beyond fashion and he has many fresh ideas as he pride's himself on being an 

(25:45) Taylor Port Challenge

(28:15) I'm Passing the Phone To: How close are you with your coworkers? 

(34:38) Entergalactic - This fresh take on a love story is a must-see and we're surprised more people aren't talking about it. Perfect Netflix and Chill vibes

(42:45) Drink Champs Interview - We give our initial reactions to Ye's infamous interview

(54:11) Meaning of the WLM Shirt 

(1:02:55) Off the Rails 

(1:06:30) N.O.R.E's apology tour

This week we bring on a guest after a few weeks and EZ Lyrical Skitzo pulls up (Rapper, Producer). We dive into the Nicki and Latto beef that took us all by surprise. I get to ask an actual artist about YWA's and we have a candid conversation about whether we think its possible or in fact already happening. Wack 100 pulls receipts up on 21 Savage with accusations of snitching. We get into EZ's artistry, his views on what success looks like for rappers, and how he came into being his own beatmaker. Plus some fun sports topics to wrap-up the episode and really so much more! Don't miss out this is one of them ones!

(4:55) What's Grabbing Our Attention

(6:28) -Snow Crab Leg Shortage! - One billion crabs have mysteriously vanished and Alaska canceled snow crab season for the first time ever. What does this mean for our beloved seafood boils?

(8:00) -House Party Trailer - Reboots are typically corny but why I feel like this might be different, while EZ is on the fence about it all

(11:55) EZ Lyrical Skitzo - We talk about EZ's induction into rap, his versatility, and being early on the auto-tune wave prior to the stigma.

(18:55) Motivation to Keep Grinding- EZ and I talk about our views on success for rappers and how rap is no longer a young man's sport.

(22:45) So you make beats! - The man behind the 280+ Podcast intro and outro music, EZ talks about what the market is like for beats, and we discuss leasing beats and what its like being your own beatmaker.

(33:10) Picture Me Rolling - The self-proclaimed Wiz Khalifa of the 717 talks about his brand

(36:50) J.O Mayo- Remembering a lost friend, and the ways he wants to keep his memory alive.

(44:14) YWA’s - After the Atlanta episode recap, I ask an artist about the concept of Young White Avatars, and try to determine if it's possible, if it's already happening, and artists that we think fit the mold.

(53:51) 21 Savage Exposed? - Wack 100 pull receipts on the Atlanta rapper and alleges he's snitching. Is this Wack looking out, or does he have a bitter vendetta against 21.

(58:42) Nicki Minaj vs Latto - Last week a heated exchange from a female rap legend and newcomer swept through social media. We talk about Nicki's petty antics, and try to answer whether Nicki actually, rap female rap or did she just run unopposed? 

(1:07:00) Draymond vs Jordan Poole - Now that the dust has settled, can these two Warriors teammates make it work through an entire season

( 1:09:55) Russ and Pat Bev- The Lakers got Patrick Beverly in the offseason so does that mean Westbrook is out or are the Lakers biding their time hoping he raises his stock in time for a trade. 

(1:19:21) Who got the best handle? - EZ with the hypothetical Allen Iverson vs Kyrie Irving debate and who actually has the better handle

Geechi Gotti vs Murda Mook prediction- Can Geechi shock the world like he did versus Lux or his Mook just a different breed altogether

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We're going solo again in a week of beefs, breakups and brawls! This episode is jammed packed with the latest from all the relationships ending in irreconcilable  differences. I talk about the Draymond/Poole beef, Kanye's controversial t shirt and much more!

Introductions:

-Groupchat Chronicles Appearance - It appears Dev and I are at a stalemate when it comes to the perception of men being too spicy in the bedroom with their women.

Week of Divorces/Separations/End of Relationships

• Tom Brady imminent divorce with Gisele could owe her $200 million!
• Miguel and his wife Nazanin
• Tia Mowry/Corey Hardict
• Good Riddance to Chrisean and Blueface. . . for now

Kanye West vs Everybody - Ye's new WLM t shirt got him beefing with just about everybody from Boosie to Diddy and even some criticism from Meek Mill

Draymond vs Jordan Poole - Learn how a heated practice led to the superman punch heard around the world. Hear my take and what this means for the Warriors moving forward. 

Atlanta - Episode 5 might have been the best episode of the season thus far with a memorable spoof on some of the biggest black directors in the business such as Tyler Perry and Lee Daniels

This week I'm going solo to sound off about a questionable Latto interview, Ice Spice and the history of the "munches", developments in the PnB Rock case, also an Atlanta season 4 recap, and so much more! This one is filled with great commentary and personal stories, don't miss out!

Timestamps/Topics

Introductions: Recording like crazy, shout-outs, and updates

(5:05)Fall Weather/Football/Fantasy

(8:50) Jump Scares - My recent experience at a haunted attraction made me question the concept of why we like to be scared, even the psyche of the actors.

(18:25) Liberated Latto: The rapper has people shaking their heads about her response to a child interviewer about her style, and maybe media training and artist development need to come back

(23:15) Ice Spice: This woman with the latest female anthem, reactions from men, history of the word, and a weird flex I experienced once upon a time ago!

(33;40) Pnb Rock Developments: Suspects are in custody and is it time to give PnB's lady an apology?

(39:20)Atlanta is Back - The final season of Atlanta is back and I'm hear to tell you that they got back to the essence, and how excited I am about the season thus far.

(50:10) Summer Madness Recap: The highs and the lows about the world's biggest Battle Rap event. I recap my predictions and dive into what I got right and what I was completely off about!

This week we have an exclusive "on-location" episode with LT, the Co-Founder of Universole - Sneakers Lancaster! We talk about the evolution of sneaker culture and get some inside information about the resell market of kicks. Not to mention we touch on the Udoka scandal, and Kanye's latest feuds with Gap and Adidas. You don't want to miss this one!

Timestamps/Topics

Introductions: "Bro, weren't you a model before?"

(3:30) My only regret is not being old enough for Nia Long: We talk about the Udoka scandal with the Boston Celtics and the implications of his suspension and if it fits the punishments of other front office execs around the league.

(8:15) Kanye Brand Feuds - Kanye ends partnership with Gap and threatens an Adidas split. We learn that Sway actually did have the answers.

(15:34) Sneaker Culture - We talk about the love and allure of sneakers

(21:45) Yesterday's Price Isn't Today's Price 

(28:50) Rigged Raffles and Backdooring

(31:50) Hustler's Ambition - We talk about where LT gets his hustle and how his circumstances inspired what seemed to be an unlikely business venture.

(44:33) Retail and Resell - Learn about the authentication process, the current market, and what makes Universole different from other resale boutiques.

(52:06) Once a Faker - Find out what happens when a person brings in fake sneakers.

(57:00) State of Uniformity - Is originality completely gone in sneaker fashion? 

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Was the NBA Draft lottery rigged or legit? 🏀 Join me in this episode of 280 Plus as I dive into the jaw-dropping results of the NBA Draft lottery and share my thoughts on whether it’s all a setup or just pure luck. From breaking down the Mavericks' stunning #1 pick to exploring conspiracy theories, there’s plenty to unpack. But that’s not all—we’re also talking playoffs! I’ll share my hot (and sometimes wrong) predictions, the most exciting matchups, and why the second round has been a mix of surprises and letdowns.

Plus, I reflect on a recent wedding experience that reshaped my perspective on relationships and marriage, and I give my take on the Foot Locker-Dick’s Sporting Goods acquisition that’s shaking up the sneaker game.We also touch on the Diddy trial and the shocking details emerging, along with the latest on Tory Lanez and his life behind bars. Get ready for exclusive insights, honest opinions, and a little comedy along the way. Don’t miss this week’s episode filled with sports, culture, and real talk! Hit that like button, subscribe, and join the conversation in the comments below. Let me know your thoughts—was the NBA Draft lottery rigged? What’s your take on the playoffs so far? Tune in now and join us in exploring these hot topics!#NBA #NBAPlayoffs #NBADraft #podcast #recap #review #specialguest #truecrime #sneakerhead #exclusiveinsights #viralvideos#nba #nbadraftlottery #dallasmavericks #nbanews #cooperflaggCHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:02 - Weekend Recap

02:38 - Mother's Day Weekend

04:38 - Basketball & Overtime

05:42 - Wedding Highlights

15:16 - Foot Locker Acquired by Dick's Sporting Goods

28:13 - NBA Draft Lottery Overview

32:50 - NFL Lottery Explanation

35:55 - Luka Doncic Trade Analysis

41:12 - NBA Playoffs Round 2 Recap

50:27 - Diddy Trial Update

56:32 - Tory Lanez News

56:40 - Tory Lanez Health Update

01:01:20 - Tory Lanez Jail Incident Explanation

01:07:30 - Outro

This week I have the host of All About the Hussle, battle rap blogger and podcaster Millzy pulling up and it’s starting to feel like Summer Madness again. Hear about his scorching hot platform that’s featured some legends and heavy hitters in the world of battle rap. We also touch on many topics buzzing through the culture. RIP PNB Rock

Timestamps/Topics

Introductions

(2:35) Hatin on Lil Mermaid: We talk about the Disney backlash and why people are so pressed over fictional characters

(6:26) PNB Rock: The late Philly rapper lost his life in LA, and we discuss the dynamics that led to his passing, the dangers rappers face, and a strange coincidence surrounding Empire Records

(23:34) Remembering Pat Stay: in more somber news a battle rap Legend is given his flowers.

(29:00) Millzy Hussle: As an avid battle rap fan, we talk about going to a battle rap event and connecting with T-Rex and the start of his platform

(35:50) All About the Hussle: In his first 11 episodes Hussle along with his partner Thai Nazdak has managed to have guests such Reed Dollaz, Geechi Gotti, Jae Millz, Bill Collector, Shotgun Suge, and more and how it’s only up from here!

(46:30) 2022 So Far - We talk about the year thus far in Battle rap and how it shapes up compared to other years.

(53:40) Summer Madness- We make our predictions for the biggest battle rap event of the year.

• (54:00) Fonz vs Danny Myers
• (55:57) Chess vs Shotgun Suge
• (1:04:20) Eazy the Block Captain vs Calicoe
• (1:13:47) Swamp vs Tay Roc
• (1:18:55) Tsu Surf vs JC

(1:27:30) Wrapup - Jae Millz appreciation.

This week's special guest is Mercedes Knox, winner of HBO Max's FBoy Island Season 2. This in depth interview explores some little known behind the scenes fact about being on reality TV. We get the inside scoop on the contestants of the show. Learn about our guest's winning strategy and his approach throughout the series. Find out what life has been like for Mercedes after the show, and the question we're all wondering, are Mercedes and Louise still together? 🤔

Introductions:

(3:10) Villain Origin Story: As an Army Vet deployed in Kuwait, Mercedes found out shocking news about his girlfriend back home that changed his outlook on women till this day. Also learn how he was casted as a contestant on Fboy Island. 

(7:33) Behind the Scenes: Get the inside scoop about the show including whether its scripted and even some editing tricks reality shows take advantage of to make the product entertaining.  

(12:34) The Strategy: Mercedes breaks down his approach to the show, the current state of his relationship with companion Louise, and we talk about his type and the other female contestants on the show. 

(27:39) The Competition- We get exclusive tips on how to win a show like FBoy Island and ultimately what led to the downfall of the others that left Mercedes as one of the last men standing.

(38:38) The Plot Twist - We talk about the idea of sharing women on this kind of show, how far can things go between the couples, and the Plot Twist that changed the nature of the show altogether. 

(47:26) Life After FBoy Island - Hear how my guest is planning to capitalize on this opportunity and what we can expect from Mercedes moving forward. 

This week I kick it with one recurring co-hosts Marajonni and we dig into some headlines, Twitter topics, and some TV show recaps.

(2:15) Song of the Summer: Jonni and I give our takes on the song of Summer 2022 and include a surprising honorable mention.

(6:30) Pregnant P*ssy the Best: We talk about the perception of men that actively seek and date pregnant women.

(10:00) Malleable Mating: After watching a viral twitter video we find out why some men like to date younger, as we give our takes on where should people draw the line?

(20:00) Toxic Gentleman: Is there any truth that most toxic men hide behind the guise of being a gentleman

(24:47) It's Giving Sassy: Jonni define what it means when women call men sassy and why it is so triggering

(30:40) Kanye Goes Off: Ye's latest exploits include tweeting private text messages between Kim that has the internet talking.

(34:17) Weeknd Cancels Show: Fans boo Abel after an unprecedented cancellation

(41:00) The Chi Finale: We break down the Season 5 Finale. Resolving the Love triangle and we predict all the plot points leading into next season.

(1:00:39) Raising Kanan - Quick recap on the Starz hit series.

This week I have Dew Jones, an entrepreneur and jack of all trades that also heads one of the fastest-growing Sports Broadcasting platforms, Sports Shooting Stars. We talk about his many talents, and how he leveraged his entrepreneurial skills to maneuver through adulthood and change his life for the better. We also get into a candid conversation about HS sports including topics like re-classing, building powerhouses, and exposure.

Timestamps/Topics

(1:25) FN Meka - The Avatar rapper gets backlash for lyrics and cultural appropriation

(6:00) Bringing Back the Belt: A Missouri School District approves the return of corporal punishment in schools

(14:14) On the 6: Hear about Dew's upbringing and the influences that molded his character

(22:20) My Last Second Chance: Dew talks about the wakeup call that made him realize his luck on the streets was bound to run out.

(32:35) The Paycheck Don't Cut it: Hear how our guest tried his hand at being an entrepreneur and how his creative endeavors opened up a whole new world for him. 

(40:00) Sports Shooting Stars: 2017 was the dawn of a new era in HS Sports Broadcasting when the organization provides new exposure to athletes in an untapped market

(53:00) Building Local Powerhouses

(57:30) Blues Chips 2.0: We talk about the process of reclassing youth athletes and how schools try to gain a competitive advantage

(1:01:45) Shooting Stars HOF

(1:08:45) Must See TV - The hottest upcoming games, and season predictions. 

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This week I'm riding solo and dive deep into some topics from all across social media. Starting with Biggie's daughter, T'Yanna Wallace, and my thoughts about posting bail for your loved ones. I come across a forbidden confession from a freaked out family and the repercussions behind this. Later, you'll hear a story about some Twitter finger trolls as I jumped into the fire to talk about post partum snapback or lack thereof. Then we run down a viral "Ick List" made by a woman and then the clapback list made by a man, and I wonder how many of these things turns the audience off as well. To finish, hear my recap of the latest episode of Raising Kanan. Not to mention a very special announcement about a second podcast platform that I just launched this time with a trusted co-host.

Timestamps/Topics

(1:00) Summer Recap - I reflect on the end of summer as we move into the fall which represents my busy season. 

(4:11) Growing Up Black Amusement Park Edition

(7:53) Biggie's Daughter post bond for boyfriend with Brooklyn home

(14:38) Freaky Facebook Family: Hear about a bizarre confession that really should've been kept to themselves, and my take on what to do about this

(22:00) Twitter Finger Trolls: A controversial rant about pregnancy snapbacks

(30:25) Ick List in Men

(36:00) Ick List in Women

(42:00) Raising Kanan Recap

(51:16) Announcing my new Podcast venture Recap and Record with my boy Levi McCurdy

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Pulling up this week I have hilarious Tiktok content creator Jorge "FreaknRican" Rivera. Representing for the Latinx community nationwide with his funny and relatable videos that have led to many opportunities for monetization. Hear his stories about growing up, plus advice for those interested in learning how to monetize your TikTok content. 

**Bonus Content**  Hear my latest TV recaps on popular shows such as, The Chi, P Valley, and Raising Kanan. Also, be on the lookout for the Game of Thrones spinoff: House of Dragons

Timestamps/Topics:

(1:50) Spanish people don’t eat vegetables

(5:40) Papi Jordan’s

(8:56) Coming From Where I'm From

(11:45)Latinx Loyalty

(18:25) TikTok Famous

(24:35) Almost Gave Up

(28:20) Sueños Festival

(32:50) Game for TikTok Creators

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**Bonus Content**

TV Recaps/Reviews

(53:21) The Chi

(1:05:15) P Valley Finale

(1:13:00) Raising Kanan Premiere

(1:16:50) Game of Thrones Rewatch/House of Dragons

This week I have Paul Schiffbauer an entrepreneur and consultant that specializes in marketing. Paul shares very helpful gems about to help any business or individual to gain more reach through marketing. We talk about the POX, Deshaun Watson, and we have some cool rap debates to wrap it up 💯 #podcast #marketing #consulting #hiphop 

Timestamps/Topics Still in the Ratio: Paul and I discuss how to leverage a core audience without being exclusionary to lend yourself to make diverse partnerships. 

(8:52) The POX: Monkeypox is beginning its spread within the States, but how concerned should we all be? We talk about the fear and the obvious differences as to why we all will approach this one a bit differently. 

(14:34) Deshaun Watson: The Cleveland Browns QB faces suspension which is controversial because many feel the punishment doesn't fit the crime. We also talk about hypocrisy and inconsistencies of the NFL's personal conduct policy.  

(21:27) Who is Paul Schiffbauer: We get into the background of this Southern York County marketing maven and differentiate between marketing and advertising. 

(30:00) SEO - Layman's terms breakdown of a method that increases the exposure of any business in the digital world. You might want to take notes.

(38:52) Where Do Artists Drop the Ball? Learn about why an artist needs an Electronic Press Kit and what those entail, and we get into Paul's experience working with musical clients. 

(43:30) Winning Campaign- We talk about the people that are really leading by example when it comes to marketing their brands.  

(53:41) More Than the Average Caucasian - As a Kanye stan (haha!) Paul gives us a firsthand account of what went down at Rolling Loud with Kid Cudi a topic we addressed last week but to see in person was surreal he explains. 

(1:00:56) Kanye's Career Trajectory 

(1:09:14) Greatest Years in Hip-Hop since 2000 

(1:13:39) 50 Cent vs Drake: Which Artist Had a Higher Peak?

This week I have rapper and songwriter, Kas Brees on the podcast. Today we're talking about authenticity from various angles. From celebrities in the headlines, to sports, music, HBO Max's FBoy Island, and we even talk about the latest viral villain, y'all might know him by the name of Charleston White!   

Timestamps/Topics

(1:10) Introductions: We talk about a family connection to a former guest that still surprises some people.  Making the Headlines:  

(4:40) Will Smith Apology 

(8:30) Kid Cudi Walking Off Mid-performance 

(12:39) Brittany Renner/Fan Incident  

(15:15) F-Boy Island: We recap what's happening in Season 2 so far. This takes us into a conversation about whether men or women have better judgment when picking their spouses and love interests.   

(32:50) Who is Charleston White?" We talk about the latest viral villain that's always in the mix and try to make sense of the antics that's capturing everyone's attention.  

(48:28) FDK: Kas Brees loves the kids, hear how the rapper is giving back and teaching the youth about the game of football and the tough life lessons associated with the sport.  

(1:02:27) New Greatest Show on Turf: Are the LA Rams poised for a Super Bowl repeat?  

(1:10:07) Kas Brees: We talk about the artistry, branding, the inspiration behind Dozer (our guest's cartoon inspired logo), and the importance of replay value.    

#Podcast #Pennsylvania #Interview #CharlestonWhite #FboyIsland #WillSmith #KidCudi

This week we start with my recap of my experience at the Breezy concert! One of Them Ones is really a great name for that tour. Also a recap of the Summertime Fine Brunch! Then we transition into my interview with rapper Txldian, a very versatile artist that has gained a reputation for his personality, for better or for worse as we sit down and try to crack the code behind the antics.

(2:40) Concert Recap

(4:50) Bleu was Trash: How do we get more passionate and talented artists to get opener slots at big concerts.

(13:50) Summertime Fine Brunch Recap - Just know they need to run it back. The fellas dropped the ball and missed out on that one.

(22:30) Txldian Background: We get into the Fireside spitter's background, and he stakes claim that he's been running rap since he first started

(25:00) Are you a BLERD: We talk about Txldian's what it was like being into superheroes and wrestling before it was cool to be considered a black nerd.

(33:00) Career Change: Txldian makes an official announcement about pursuing pro wrestling and talk about the styles he looks to emulate.

(37:27) CTG x CGE - Our guest puts the rumors about his deal with the local record label to rest. 

(43:27) Social media antics

(50:00) Rap's Boogeyman: Although he puts York MCs at the top of the crop in terms of rappers in PA there's still no competition. 

(60:00) Hakai: We talk about Txldian's upcoming album and multi-city tour.

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This week we have the return of Coco Shantelle! She and her friends have a dope Brunch event this weekend that we'll plug. We have a candid conversation about music, relationships, and we figure out the new meaning behind some of unusual emojis!  

Topics/Timestamps  

Introduction  

(3:55) Summertime Fine Brunch and Day Party: Coco along with Lala introduce their first brunch event and how a book they read together inspired this idea.   

(10:15) Reasons why the ladies love brunch so much  

(20:30) I Drink Thot Drinks  

(25:28) The Emoji Challenge: We talk about the latest trends with emojis, and I have Shantelle guess these new creative meanings that has everyone talking!  

(36:40) Breakup Accountability: Are men always to blame for the end of relationships? When are women to blame?   

(46:00) The Chi - The messy relationships of season 5. Kiesha knows she's wrong! iykyk  

(1:02:00) 2022 Shaping up to be an amazing year in music! We talk about the music that's grabbing our attention.  

(1:12:31) Hypothetical Verzuz (Breezy vs. Usher)  

(1:17:41) It's Not Favoritism: Coco claps back on the detractors that have misinformed opinions about the opportunities she has earned and the work she puts in.  

(1:28:10) Singers vs Rappers

Prepare to be captivated in this week's episode as we dive into "Celebrity Stalkers: Chilling Stories You Haven’t Heard." From chilling tales of obsessive fans to the haunting legacy of Rebecca Schaefer and the eerie reality of celebrity danger, we unpack the shocking truths behind Hollywood’s dark side.

Plus, we explore exclusive insights into how the legal system handles stalking cases, including the controversial Counterman v. Colorado ruling.

Join me as we also touch on the rise of social media-fueled obsessions, personal anecdotes from stars like Justin Bieber and Ashanti, and how these experiences have shaped their lives. This episode isn’t just about the headlines; it’s about understanding the human side of fame and the hidden challenges that come with it.

We also explore surprising trends in personal finances, like how 60% of Coachella attendees are using buy-now-pay-later services. 📈💸

But that’s not all! We’re serving up hot takes on the NBA playoffs, from James Harden's struggles to bold predictions for the second round. 🏀🔥 Plus, we discuss the emotional toll of fame in a deep dive into the documentary series "Hollywood Demons," unpacking celebrity stalker stories and the lasting legacy of the Von Erich family. 🎥👀

Don't miss out on my thoughts, reactions, and the deep dive into these gripping narratives. Share your opinions in the comments, and let’s keep the conversation going!

Hit that like button, subscribe, and stay tuned for more exclusive insights, true crime breakdowns, and behind-the-scenes stories from the worlds of fame, culture, and beyond. #podcast #truecrime #celebritystalkers #exclusiveinsights #HollywoodDangers #viralvideos Tune in now and join us in exploring the untold stories you won’t want to miss!

#jimmybutler #goldenstatewarriors #lakers #nbatoday #nba #StephCurry

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:50 - Los's Health Kick

04:10 - Liquid Death Review

08:11 - Understanding the Met Gala

19:51 - Financing Coachella Tickets

24:31 - Escaping the Rat Race

34:48 - Conversations Among the Rich

39:34 - NBA Playoffs Overview

44:14 - James Harden's Playoff Performance

50:04 - Warriors vs Timberwolves Matchup

51:56 - Nuggets vs Thunder Highlights

54:35 - Knicks vs Celtics Game

57:36 - NBA Playoffs Recap

1:00:05 - Hollywood Demons Discussion

1:05:24 - The Von Erich Family

1:10:10 - Kerry Von Erich's Legacy

1:14:16 - Celebrity Stalkers

1:21:58 - Celebrity Obsession Insights

1:28:10 - Closing Thoughts

1:28:59 - Outro

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This week the podcast returns with another multi-guest episode live at a film festival hosted by none other than Cisco Soto (Washington Winnona Images) and Josh Santiago (C&P Media). I start the podcast with a film review of Netflix's Spiderhead, then get candid conversations with some of the filmmakers from the event and more.   

Introductions:  

(1:37) Restarting the Streak  

(9:00) Spiderhead Review: Is it unethical to use to experiment with pharmaceuticals?   

(20:45) Cisco Soto puts together the city's first Filmopolis film festival and talks about his current ongoing documentary.   

(30:12) McKelvey Productions: Leah McKelvey talks about her short comedy film C.R.E.E.P.P.S. a satire on our obsession with social media

(35:50) Supa Cinematics: Animated Filmmaker talks about making an animated music video using a motion-capture suit.  

(39:07) Richard Craighead: The Empathy Project a documentary with a powerful message about coping with trauma.  

(49:05) Peeled Doc: Freddie Graves talks about his documentary centered around Show Girls  

(59:38) Josh Santiago - Event wrap-up, return of SETTLE DVD, and where his short film Anything4U will be featured next!  

#Filmmakers #FilmFestival #Shortfilm #Podcast #Interview

I'm excited about this one! For the first time you'll get 5 guests in one episode! Hear exclusive interviews from the King Street JamI music festival with Alfred Banks (New Orleans), Pressure (Baltimore), Pinexapple, Worldwide Wednesday (Lancaster), and Z. Rich (York). Each has its own flavor and truly highlight the myriad of talent that were able to grace the stage at KSJ '22.

Introductions: Off the bat I start with my take on Drake's newest album (Honestly, Nevermind) and where I believe the inspiration for that project really came from.

(6:10) Alfred Banks - This New Orleans lyricist talks about his "insatiable appetite for success" and gives up and coming artists game on how to keep themselves booked and earning money from the craft. We also talk about his friendship with Mickey Factz, battle rap, and his musical influences. 

(37:40) Pressure - The Baltimore native that calls York, PA his second home talks about his experiences moving to the 717 and his initial culture shock when it comes to fashion. We talk about the social media noise about the performance line up, and Pressure's reaction to being overlooked. 

(55:33) Pinexpple and Worldwide Wednesday - We got an artist and a songwriter out of Lancaster, PA to pull up and chop it up with me. This is the first-time having artists from the Red Rose City as they talk about their diverse musical influences and the shift happening in the local music scene towards collaboration. Plus, we get a response about my take on the Drake album. 

(1:15:46) Z. Rich - We welcome back the High Off Life front man as we recap the performances at KSJ including Onyx who showed us that Hip-Hop is a genre that is really aging well. We talk about basketball and Z. Rich's hope the Rockets can repeat the worst to first narrative next season 😂 then Z teases some possible TV placements on one of our favorite shows. 

(1:28:00) Bonus Guest - This guest makes their on-camera debut and gives their honest feedback on the event plus more!

This week I have Atlanta DJ and Promoter DJ Exel! Hear about her come up as a DJ and content creator of the Progress Report and a spicy conversation about Pride Month 👀

(2:00) Introductions: Growing up as snot-nose kids, DJ Exel and I talk about our friendship early in life that made us feel like family more than anything else 💯  

(6:51) Milton Hershey: DJ Exel had an interesting High School Experience and went to the richest Boarding School in the Country and how it shaped her work ethic and discipline that carried over into her career.  

(15:20) More Intrigued By the DJ: Exel talks about how a love for break dancing transformed into DJing and getting the cold shoulder by locals in the game until she self-taught herself until she ran into the right people (s/o to DJ Knowledge and Ecko!)  

(24:09) Pride Month: It's June which means its Pride Month and this is where the conversation gets very interesting! 😂  

(26:05) Is It Just a Phase?: We talk about family acceptance and coming out and the support she received broke a stigma that many parents struggle with  when raising kids that identify as LGBT  

(33:12) Pronoun Preguntas: We get a breakdown about acceptable terms, and pronouns and how it's not just a struggle for straight individuals but at times people within the community get mixed up as well.  

(40:08) Men's Competition: We talk about studs that attract straight women and whether or not men should look be looking over their shoulder when a Young MA type catches a woman's interest 😮🤔  

(44:55) Flipping the Script: If you follow DJ Exel then you know she asks the clubgoers some wild questions we see if she can handle the heat all while keeping a straight face!  

(48:50) Land of Opportunity: We talk about Exel's move to the Atlanta and all the doors that suddenly started to open by changing locations

(57:12) Biggest All-Girl Parties: We get to hear the backstory of how DJ Exel and Boss Britt teamed up to create the biggest all-girl events that Atlanta has ever seen.  

(1:02:35) Blast or Trash: Artists that are looking to expand their audiences in an organic way, DJ Exel has just the platform for you!  

(1:11:40) The Progress Report: Find out how the hottest music platform in Atlanta grew into what it is today.  

(1:19:48) The Wrap Up  #Atlanta #Nightlife #PrideMonth #MiltonHershey #DJ