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Raw unfiltered interviews with Hip Hop legends and independent new artists alike! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carryingtheculture/support

Carrying the Culture


    • May 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 55m AVG DURATION
    • 164 EPISODES


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    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 162 - w/ Special Guest - Bernadette Price - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 68:10


    We were really excited to have Bernadette Price back on the show.! We talked about her dope debut album, A Widow's Cry and how it came to be, dealing with pain and disloyalty since Sean Price passed away and working on a NEW project!

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 161 - w/ Special Guest - Cee Da Cuban- FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 57:58


    We caught up with Cee Da Cuban and he talked about being in a breakin crew, learning from the Beatnuts, and his favorite unsung hero producers. We also had our man Nutso stop by the show.

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 160- w/ Special Guest - Shyheim - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 75:18


    It's been 5 years since we had the good brother Shyeimon the show, and we were excited to have him on again! He talked about his personal growth, his Rugged Road To Recovery movement, how he approaches making music, and so much more.

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 159- w/ Special Guest - DJ Evil Dee - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 82:24


    On our 159th episode of the CTC Show, we had a great time catching up with the legendary DJ Evil Dee.We barely scratched the surface but we talked about his drive to be better than his brother, his love for house music, the making of Enta da Stage, Rawkus stories, and more! Round two is definitely already in the works!

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 158 - w/ Special Guest - Queen Herawin - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 86:29


    We caught up with one of our favorite people, Queen Herawin and talked about her new album Awaken The Sleeping Giant. Breeze Brewin and Poison Pen also stopped by for a few. This was a fun and dope build!

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 157 - w/ Special Guest - B-Boy/DJ Stealth 1 - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 66:08


    We recently caught up with our man DJ/B-Boy Stealth 1 of Pittsburgh's Get Down Gang! We got deep into the elements and all things hip hop. We even discussed how he has a more critical ear for music than us. The hour flew by so we gotta do it again soon!

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 156 - w/ Special Guest - Beats by JT - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 55:58


    CTC Show Ep. 156- We were super excited to have the young prodigy Beats By JT, a talented beat making assassin, join us on the CTC Show! We talked about his dad's influence, first time hearing Dilla, being an anomaly amongst his peers and so much more. This young brother is truly something special!

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 155 - w/ Special Guest - Kurious - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 55:10


    We had a great conversation with the longtime veteran emcee Kurious. We talked about growing up on the upper west side, he shared stories about MF Doom, and we talked about him working with the Gravediggaz.

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 154 - w/ Special Guest - Inspectah Deck - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 26:25


    We caught up with the legendary Inspectah Deck, who was in town for a Czarface show. We were running around quite a bit, so we could only shoot when time allowed- so forgive the raw footage! But trust, these are 26 minutes of straight jewels!

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 153 - w/ Special Guest - Domino - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 56:56


    We had a great build with Domino. He talked about meeting Hiero through Dante Ross, early Hiero days, being independent since the 90's, regaining his enthusiasm to make music, and much more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 152- w/ Special Guest - Aida - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 54:38


    We had a really interesting dynamic discussion with Queens spitter and certified truth teller Aïda! We got into her definition of feminism, her purpose in rap, and even talked a little politics! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 151- w/ Special Guest - Queen Herawin - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 1:21


    We caught up with one of our favorite guests Queen Herawin and broke down her upcoming album “Awaken The Sleeping Giant” track by track. Always an awesome build with family! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 150- w/ Special Guest - El Da Sensei- FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 55:38


    El talked about Chino XL, gave his State of Hip-Hop Union address, discussed his upcoming project with Ment Plus and remix of No Expiration Date and much more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 149- w/ Special Guest - Greezi Amiin- FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 59:03


    We caught up with the wild and zany Greezi Amiin recently and the conversation was full of antics. We got into his sister being the primary reason he got into Hip Hop, how he came up with his slick talking style, he told some great stories, and spit some dope bars for us as well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 148- w/ Special Guest - XP the Marxman- FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 57:50


    We caught up with our man XP The Marxman for another dope build. We talked about his recent projects, his approach to making albums, overcoming a speech impediment, janky promoters, and so much more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

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    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 147- w/ Special Guest - Eloh Kush - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 57:53


    We had a great build with New Jersey emcee Eloh Kush! We got into a lot of topics like growing up in New Brunswick, his strong love for hip hop culture, his purpose in hip hop and so much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 146- w/ Special Guest - Breeze Brewin'- FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 61:20


    We caught up with Breeze for our third show of the NBA season. We broke down the upcoming playoffs, gave out our awards, and discussed the state of the game today. Breeze also got us up-to-date regarding the music he's working on. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 145- w/ Special Guest - Queen Herawin - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 56:20


    It was awesome to have Queen Herawin back on the show again! We broke down her upcoming album and analyzed some of the track names, which led us into some deep discussions on mental health and other “real world” topics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 144- w/ Special Guest Apathy - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 1:20


    During our build, Apathy delved into the inspiration behind his highly anticipated project 'Connecticut Casual 2', shed light on why he reps CT so hard, and the impact of the late Blacastan. He also talked about the things he both loves and hates about hip-hop. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 143 w/ Special Guest - Breeze Brewin' - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2024 60:03


    In this special NBA mid season show with Breeze Brewin, we discussed the latest happenings in the basketball world. From the trade deadline to all-star snubs, we covered a lot. We also shared our thoughts on our respective teams, the front runners for awards, and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 141 w/ Special Guest - Pro Dillinger - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2024 53:59


    We caught up with the grimy underground emcee Pro Dillinger and had a deep discussion about his grimy style of music and why he makes it. We also got in to his crew the Umbrella, his ambitious start to 2024, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 142 w/ Special Guest - Bernadette Price - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2024 47:12


    Bernadette Price came thru for a second time on the CTC Show. She talked about making music and her single that is set to drop soon. She also discussed carrying on the legacy of Sean Price, and upcoming music from him. This was a great build --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 140 w/ Special Guest - YZ- FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2024 100:39


    We caught up with Jersey legend YZ and discussed the various beefs he's had in hip-hop, ownership in hip hop, the point of his IG page “@theblackbank” and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 139 w/ Special Guest - Bronze Nazareth - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2024 54:54


    We caught up with the legendary Wu producer Bronze Nazareth and got into his beginnings in Grand Rapids, signing with RZA, the evolution of his production, and he he gave tips for new artists. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 138 w/ Special Guest - Dooley-O FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2024 63:46


    We caught up with Connecticut legend Dooley-O and talked about Graffiti TV, DJing, Rocking at the Good Life Cafe, and his hip-hop values. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 137 w/ Special Guest - Lee Majors - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 52:54


    We caught up with Lee Majors of Da Bush Babees for a dope convo. He shared some old Flatbush Brooklyn stories, talked about his early Lyricist Lounge days with Mos Def, new Bush Babees music, and so much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 136 w/ Special Guest - Tiye Phoenix - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 55:21


    We had a dope build with the super dope spitter Tiye Phoenix. She talked about being the first female signed to Rawkus, the low frequency of today's music, her study of astrology, and so much more! Apologies for the sound difficulties. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 135 w/ Special Guest - Breeze Brewin - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 60:42


    In this NBA kickoff season show we broke down the 2023-2024 NBA season. We discussed off-season moves, Wemby and other rookies, our favorite teams, veterans on their way out and much more. Stay tuned for midseason show at the All-Star break! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 134 w/ Special Guest - Nejma Nefertiti - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 56:09


    We had a powerful build with Nejma Nefertiti! She was candid about her time in prison and how it helped shaped who she is today. She also discussed the influence of her mother and Assata Shakur's book, as well as various business ventures and upcoming projects. She even blessed us with a few bars! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 133 w/ Special Guest - Pluto Seven - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 54:09


    We caught up with B-Boy Pluto 7 of the Bronx Boys Rocking Crew. He debunked hip-hop starting in Brooklyn, talked about breaking in the Olympics, Hip-Hop at 50, and a bunch of other important topics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 132 w/ Special Guest -GQ Tha Teacha - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 48:15


    We caught up with the 40 year hip-hop vet GQ Tha Teacha for a MAJOR history lesson. He told us personal stories about Bernie Mac, Nas, Sean Price, Common, and so many more. This was a GREAT build with one of hip-hop's unsung heroes! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 131 w/ Special Guest -Nutso - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 53:34


    We caught up with Nutso for another dope build. He talked about seeing RUN DMC in his neighborhood as a kid and robbing people at 10 years old. He also shared Redman and Craig G tour stories and talked about his growth as a person. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 130 w/ Special Guest - Powerule- FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2023 50:08


    We caught up with Powerule for a dope build. He talked about starting out in rock music, the influence of Chuck D, and The Leftovers NYC. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 129 w/ Special Guest - Domingo - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2023 59:37


    We caught up with Domingo for round two and chopped it up about damn near everything. He shared some dope stories about Big Pun, Shaq, and gave a lot of free game about the business. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 128 w/ Special Guest - Starvin B - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2023 50:42


    We caught up with Starvin B for a dope build. He talked about his 11 year old freestyle going viral on social media, his mom introducing him to Hip-Hop thru Public Enemy, and growing up in Queens. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 127 w/ Special Guest - EMSKEE -FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2023 51:33


    We caught up with Emskee for a dope build. He talked about 50 years of Hip-Hop, his love for house music, and being a father to his autistic son. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 126 w/ Special Guest - ethemadassassin -FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2023 52:50


    We caught up with Ethemadassassin for a dope build. He talked about understanding the business of Hip-Hop, working on movie soundtracks, and his affinity for Polo. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 125 w/ Special Guest - Vex da Vortex - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2023 58:10


    We caught up with Vex from the Boogiemonsters for a dope build. Vex spit a freestyle off the top, talked about playing his demo for Diddy, and his dad taking him to Def Jam at 14 years old. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 124 w/ Special Guest - DJ Cutt Nice - FULL VIDEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2023 56:04


    We caught up with DJ Cutt-Nice for a dope build. He talked about being self taught by watching videos of Jazzy Jeff, rockin in college with black Greek fraternities, and doing projects with Guru and MC Lyte. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 123 w/ Special Guest - Nutso - FULL CONVO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 58:46


    We caught up with Nutso for a dope build. He talked about ghostwriting, social engineering, rapping more about conscious topics, and battle rap. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 122 w/ Special Guest - Domingo -FULL CONVO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2023 54:57


    In this episode of the CTC Show, Domingo talks about moving in silence, being put on by Marley Marl, and teaching production to Bloods and Crips. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 121 w/ Special Guest - Mista Sinista (Unedited Raw Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2023 45:13


    The legendary Mista Sinista stopped by for a live set and chopped it up about his competitive nature, growing up in Queens, and being mentored early by Kwame. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 120 w/ Special Guest - Rob Swift (Unedited Raw Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2023 51:48


    We caught up with Rob Swift for round two of a dope build. He discussed reinventing himself as an artist and person, his relationship with Roc Raida, and he explained the name change from x men to X-ecutioners. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 119 w/ Special Guest - Vex Da Vortex (Unedited Raw Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 58:28


    We caught up with Vex da Vortex of the 90's group the Boogiemonsters and got in to a lot of history. We talked about his varied musical influences, Boogiemonsters' label issues and continuing to press on in spite of challenges. We will definitely be doing a part two soon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 118 w/ Special Guest - Selecta (Unedited Raw Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2023 56:49


    We caught up with super dope Selecta, on his Twitch DJ show the other day and antics ensued. We broke down his history, the Pittsburgh Hip-Hop scene, analyzed the “golden era” of hip-hop and a little bit of everything else! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 117 w/ Special Guest Breeze Brewin of The Juggaknots (Unedited Raw Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 56:22


    Full Convo with Breeze Brewin of The Juggaknots. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 116 w/ Special Guest El De Sensei (Unedited Raw Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 56:22


    We caught up with our fam El De Sensei for another dope build. He talked about the Artifacts project to be released, his legendary work ethic, his philosophy on working with new artists, and his upcoming European tour. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 115 w/ Special Guest J Scienide (Unedited Raw Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 50:40


    We caught up with J Scienide for a dope build about his signature album The Actual Heat, the importance of being original, producing and his production influences, and being a life coach. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 114 w/Special Guest Kid Cuba (Unedited Raw Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 57:59


    We talked to veteran B-Boy Kid Cuba and got into the essence of being a B-Boy, B-Boying for the Olympics, he broke down the word "Breakdance", and talked about why he's still going strong at 44. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 113 w/Special Guest Planet Asia (Unedited Raw Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 57:20


    We caught up with Planet Asia for another dope convo. He talked about Dave from De La, working with Baron Davis and Ben Gordon, and he discussed minimalist rap. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

    Carrying The Culture Show Episode 112 w/Special Guest Mic Bles (Unedited Raw Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 57:23


    We caught up with Mic Bles for a dope convo. He talked about stealing his first tape recorder, repping his hometown of Oxnard Ca., and he shared the jewels he's learned from touring with legends. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/carryingtheculture/support

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