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Strap in and get ready to follow Tristan Tarantino, Dre, and some of our friends as we discuss hot topics and crazy adventures. Follow the podcast at @NeverHipALame @Tristan.Tarantino @__DreDay24

Never Hip A Lame Podcast


    • Nov 8, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 47 EPISODES


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    Thru The Lens With Homer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 44:28


    On this Episode of NHAL podcast we seat down with DMV photographer Homer. Homer has done many great photo shoots of not only local talent in the DMV but also he has an eye for capturing the essence of his environment or as he would like to call it this talent of mine is god given. During this interview Tristan asks him what got him started on this path and what seems to be his bigger motivator when making art. We also come to realize what keeps Homer so humble and why him doing this interview will not be one of the many to come. We discuss the mental pilates of being a creative and what all goes in to mental health. As always Tristan makes sure to ask all his guests their view of the world and Homer does the best job of explaining what his every day life looks like and not relying on society norms to pursue his dreams and talents. Make sure to follow Homer on all social media platforms and support his art. Instagram : @bigholmes_ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    LateBloomer Brand

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 57:33


    On this episode Tristan Tarantino seats down with the founder of Late Bloomer Brand, Aboud. In this seat down Tristan and Abu discuss what it takes to create and maintain a brand. Tristan also ask what NY fashion week was like for him and also meeting a Harlem fashion icon in the process. The importance of staying the course and never taking too much time off from one's passion is the theme of this show and the Important question is asked this episode on how do you build a team that does not all have the same goals. They also get into what life was like before they became what they are today vs when playing sports was the only option out. Again as always we appreciate you for listening and tuning in each and every week. Follow our guest IG page : @LateBloomer.Brand --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    BlaxkRo Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 34:07


    On this episode of NHAL podcast , Tristan Tarantino sat down with BlaxkRo to discuss his upcoming album " The Golden Boy". BlaxkRo lets us in on what it took to make this project , some of the hardships that goes into the music and just his overall process and growth from " Œ files" , and "Soul Rap" into "The Golden Boy". Tristan also asks BlaxkRo what it was like to have his song featured in 2K and if he could have a dream collab album who would it be with. As always we thank all our guest for coming by and sharing their stories with us. Make sure y'all go out and listen to His new project on all streaming platforms and follow BlaxkRo on instagram and twitter @BlaxkRo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Flwr Chyld Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2021 28:21


    On this episode of NHAL podcast, we seat down with ATL based artist Flwr Chyld. He recently had a show in the DMV and was kind enough to seat down with Tristan Tarantino before his show. In this seat down, we go over his recent projects and the amount of growth between each one. We also discuss what it is like being a producer and also and artist in todays climate. Flwr Chyld also lets us in on his mental state during the pandemic , making music while being isolated and what all goes into Flwr Chyld. Again thank you for tuning in , enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Pump No. 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2021 22:37


    On this week the NHAL Podcast goes mobile. We go up I-95 to Baltimore to kick it with up and coming rapper and business owner Bill Carl Boomer. He invites us into his world to discuss his new hit signal "New Era", and how he came up with the name for his venues. We dive in to how he is blending two eras of music when it comes to his musical process. Bill then lets us what made him want to make music, become a business owner at 23 and what kept him going thru quarantine. Make Sure to Follow Bill Carl Bommer on instagram @BillCarlBoomer And Stream his new single "New Era" and also pull up to his spots Pump No. 8 & 9 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    PullUp Tae Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 42:31


    On this week episode ,the NHAL crew seats down with up and coming rapper Pullup Tae. He has been on his grind both on and off the basketball court and it shows thru his music. Tristan Tarantino starts off asking PullUp Tae what made him want to rap, does he feel the pressure of being another hooper turned rapper? and overall what he wants people to feel when it comes to his music. We discuss his lasted single "I need it", What it took to make this song and the overall message that he is putting out. Of curse this is a music podcast so we ask PullUp Tae's thoughts on Top Dawgs mount rushmore picks for each decade. Lastly we talk about the NBA playoffs and predictions for the finals and Tae's gives us updates on his plans for this year when it comes to dropping a project in the fall. Follow PullupTae on IG @_pulluptae And go stream his lasted single I need it on all DSP. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    BuckyMalone703

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 43:41


    Today on NHAL podcast , Tristan Tarantino seats down with Bucky Malone to discuss what it means to be an artist from VA trying to make it in the DMV music scene. We discuss some of his major accomplishments from being featured in the source magazine to having one of his projects " Chopped and slopped" by OG Ron C and Slim K. We then discuss B.Dot's "Best rappers list so far for 2021" and who we would add or remove from the list. Lastly Bucky gives us some insight on what he has planned in the future and his upcoming music releases. Make sure you stream Bucky Malone's lastly project "Lord Malone" and his Newest single " Bounce" Follow Bucky Malone on Instagram @BuckyMalone703 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Outside is Expensive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 123:15


    On this episode of NHAL podcast, we start the show off by giving an update on what outside is looking like , from people being paid to take the vaccine, what it will take for us to get the vaccine and lastly predicting what traveling will looking like moving forward. We discuss the recent uproar in music as far as who belongs on the mount rushmore of hip hop today. For toxic topics we discuss , can men throw up the bat signal when it comes to getting an ex back, Also can snooping go to far when it comes to trying to prove your ex is cheating. We end the of show by discussing what does success look like when it comes to judging athletes, Tristan finally explains why he hates watching basketball at times, and lastly we discuss some of the more recent shows we have been watching that you should check out. Intro Song: Trippie Red & Playboi Carti - Miss The Rage --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    TOX-HIC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 59:16


    This episode is for the music nerds so if thats not you this one is not for you. We discuss Black Rob and Shock G impact when it comes to music. Is diddy wrong for not doing more when it came to being there for Black Rob. Once again we stumble on giving back artist masters when it comes to the lesser known artist. We discuss the difference between being a GOAT and a Legend in the music industry when it comes to being known by the hood vs being known by the boardrooms. Intro Song : 2pac Feat Digital Underground " I Get Around" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Who Can I Trust

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 97:47


    On this episode of NHAL podcast, we start the show off by giving flowers to DMX and his impact not only on Hip Hop but also how much he meant to us as a whole on a personal level. We then discuss the impact drugs , liquor and depression has on the music industry and some of our favorite artist. With music releases being slow because of Covid we debate why some artist haven't been releasing music as frequent as they should. We then focus on what is the difference between being famous and being rich, and why if you choose fame you lose privacy. Being that we are podcasters we discuss the recent events of the Joe Budden podcast and also how to have business relationships with your friends. We end the episode discuss snowfall up until to its most recent episode and Dre gives us a deep dive on what the NBA is in store for with the return of KD. Intro Song : Nate Bone - 123 Go stream his new project "Street Therapy" on all major streaming platforms. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Officer Gerald

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 98:09


    Your favorite podcast is back and better than ever. On this episode we get into all the new music that we have listen to since we last recorded. We discuss Benny the Butcher new album , a potential Drake and Rick Ross collab album and everything in between. With summer approaching we discuss is "Outside really going to be dangerous" and why going to Miami anit it no more. When it comes to our toxic topics we discuss physical altercations in relationships, why cheating respectfully really is not that bad and why Trauma from relationships causes people to take break from love. To end the podcast we talk about the verzuz between EWF and the Isley Brothers. Intro: DMX - Ruff Ryders Anthem --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Rockstar Lifestyle with Sam Lorenzo

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 54:22


    Welcome back to another episode of the NHAL podcast. This week we have the rockstar himself Sam Lorenzo (@phonehomezo). We asked Sam to come by and chop it up with us about his upcoming single Rockstar Bitch , what makes Sam attracted to these type of women and also what is on the horizon for this new year when it comes to him giving us music. We also discuss the Grammys what we think of them and did they get it right this year. Of course we get a little toxic and discuss as men when was the last time we was asked did we eat, "consent" from women, and finally the last news updates that the culture has given us over the week. Intro Song : Sam Lorenzo - Rockstar Bitch Follow Sam on instagram @phonehomezo All of this artist music is out on all major streaming platforms --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Follow the Leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 113:04


    On this Episode of NHAL podcast we discuss some of the new music that has dropped from Bruno Mars and Anderson Pakk forming Silk Sonic, Drake dropping off another installment of Spooky Hours. We discuss the latest news on Jay z dealings with Ace of Spades and Square space for Tidal. We get a little political when it comes to the new Stimulus Bill that is being voted on by the house and senate and what that means for us. Our toxic topics include Do women really hate men or is it just a funny thing to say, Why Tris wont dap up women and lastly, if given a large sum of money what would you spend it on. We end the pod discussing All Star weekend and who is the most electrifying college football player. Intro Song : Jim Jones & Harry Fraud - Lose Lose --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    A Bobby Blaze Breakdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 52:24


    Your Favorite Podcast is back with another episode, that you are sure to enjoy. This week we talk to 757 very own Bobby Blaze. He seats down and talks to the NHAL crew about what makes him want to make music, Why it took him so long to make this project and most importantly .... why the blonde beard. We also discuss how music has changed his life and the different people and celebrities he has met over the years. Bobby even gives us some gems and life lessons thru out this episode you don't want to miss. Instagram : @bobbyblaze757 Highs & Lows is out now on Apple music , Spotify and all major streaming platforms Intro Song: Bobby Blaze - Breakdown --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

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    Listen to Me, Lightning With Sunny Moonshine

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 44:32


    Here on NHAL podcast, we are all about giving flowers . Are guest today is the lovely Sunny Moonshine. Sunny hails from the 757 and has been making some of the best music the area has to offer. She recently dropped a project called " Listen to me , Lightning", that if you truly enjoy mood music you need to have this in your musical library. We decided to seat down with her and discuss some of her favorite tracks what went in to making this wonderful project and over all who is Sunny Moonshine. Enjoy Intro Song: Sunny Moonshine - Icicle Instagram : @Sunnymooonshine Listen to Me, Lightning is out on all major musical platforms --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    I'm In The Corner..

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 89:12


    On the episode, We start off the pod discussing some of our wild nights that involve bad decisions and liquor. Tristan asks the podcast whether they were the toxic's ones or have they been with a toxic person in a relationship and why ?, we follow that up with discuss such topic as the do's and dont's when it comes to dealing with ex's while moving on and, we finally ask what about having a "friendly" partner annoys people so much. Before we get into sports we discuss the different ways people judge sex and what happens when you go back to prove your worth in the bedroom. Lastly, We recap the Super Bowl game , the weekends performance , and is Covid the new Load management in the NBA. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Condoms Stop Feelings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 98:57


    On this episode, we start off discussing what happens when the government does not want you to make any money. With this being a slow news week for our toxic topics , we tackle such subjects and questions as "Can Women be Sexy" , "Men liking one thing and dating another" and finally what happens when a body you didn't want anybody to know you caught speaks up. Lastly, we discuss the new music that has dropped from some of our favorite artist , are picks for this year Super Bowl, and whether or not we believe the NBA will have the second half of their season. Intro Song: Brent Faiyaz feat Tyler, The Creator "Gravity" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Another Think Piece

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 109:05


    On this episode of NHAL podcast, Tristan Tarantino and Draymond discuss their thoughts on the verzuz battle between Ashanti and Keyshia Cole. while going over funk flex's "top 50 rappers alive list" ,Tristan ask why are we so disrespectful to artist when it comes to ranking them. We also do our own reordering of the list as we see it should be. On this week gender debate, we discuss colorism in the black community especially when it comes to our women, which was brought on by Danileigh new song "Yellow Bone". With the inauguration passed and the new president in office we discuss some of his new proposals , when we are getting the stimmy's , and what do we expect in his first year. Lastly, we discuss the NBA , how we feel about the new big three in Brooklyn , and predictions for the Super Bowl. Intro Song: Larry June feat Jay Worthy "Dear Winter" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Music Is My Therapy with LiL Los

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 59:00


    On this episode we are joined by DC artist Lil Los, This past year Lil Los has dropped three projects the most recent one being the third installment in the "Trap Vibes" series. While on the show we find out what made Los go so hard with his music, why he believes the DMV can come together for music and gives us some exclusive content on his up coming projects. Later in the show Tris admits Dre might be right with their KD bet and Dre even makes a bet with Lil Los on the super bowl winner. Intro Song: LiL Los ft Nate Bone "Rip Geez" Instagram: @lositosway Go Stream and Download LiL Los's music on all you Digital Streaming Platforms Like, Share, Subscribe and Comment on our youtube page and Instagram: @Neverhipalame --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    We Survived this Simulation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 89:40


    On this episode of NHAL Podcast, we are here to discuss all that went on in 2020. We start off giving flowers to the late great MF doom. Tristan poses questions to the podcast such as , what did Covid teach you about yourself ?, and What has social media become to you during the Pandemic ? Of course we wouldn't be a music podcast if we didn't discuss what were some of our favorite music moments from Up and coming artist, grammy nominations and some of our favorite Verzuz moments. Along with the celebrities moments that gave us the most laughs and brought the biggest headlines. As a pod we discuss some of the darker moments that happened this year , from police killings, protesting for Black Lives Matter, and finally seeing that our vote matters. We switch gears and discuss the importance of sport this year especially Adam Silver and what he was able to give basketball fans. We end the Episode discussing our thoughts on Covid -19 Vaccine , stimulus checks and what we can predict for the next year. Intro Song; MF Doom - Accordion --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    All Part of A List

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 130:40


    It's that time of year , where everyone gives their two cents on this year in music. The NHAL podcast discuss some of their favorite albums, artist and rookies of the year. They also touch on some of the moments that made this year memorable outside of music and of course have a healthy toxic debate on the latest gender wars with L'Shanna and E. We end the episode discuss some of our favorite tv shows and latest sports news. Enjoy part 1 of our end of the year rap with part 2 dropping next week. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Women's Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 114:00


    On this Episode, we discuss the importance of a healthy breakfast, and black people getting superpowers. Dre raises the questions on why Clubhouse should add video, and also what is next for the social media apps such as Twitter and Instagram. Tristan takes us down the road of why arguing music from different decades should not be done. As we enter our toxic hour of the show we discuss proper first date rules, L'Shanna helps defend women when it comes to dating, why women don't ask men out, and attracts women to men that aren't physical. We then end the toxic hour talking about cheating and then how friends play a part in the lie. To end the show we discuss sports and TV , why Tristan does not put any athlete on a pedestal, regardless of their greatness. E and Dre help Tristan understand why they put KD as the best player in the NBA. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    Rap Politics with Nate Bone

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2020 75:21


    On this Episode, We are joined by a special guest Nate Bone. We discuss who is to blame when it comes to internet beef and how it is portrayed in the media. Tristan shows us how we need to start judging artist and their trajectory., especially when it comes to NY artist. We pose the question is it wrong to pay for sex and why if everyone has done it. To end the episode off , Nate gives us some insight in to what made him want to rap, his process when it comes to making music and putting together his albums and lastly what is coming up next for the young rising artist. Follow Nate Bone @NateBone117 on Instagram and stream his latest EP "In Real Life" on all digital streaming platforms. Intro Song : Nate Bone "Rap Politics" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.24)Common Sense

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2020 109:40


    And we back and we back. On this episode  of NHAL podcast  we bring in a women's touch to some of our more toxic topics. The crew and L'Shana discuss buying gifts and the importance of the just because gift. Tristan poses the question what you it take for you to leave the hood alone and ties that into whats going on with rappers Cassanova and G herbo. The Feds and the NBA have lessened their punishment for using weed, so we discuss what this means going forward. We then stumble on the conversation of ghosting, is there such thing as a "mutual ghosting",  how being lightskin matters and texting rules. L'Shana gives us some insight on how women shoot their shot and how its done. We discuss what are the rules for brunching and whats to be expected.It was announced that Ashanti vs Keyshia Cole on the next Verzuz  this Saturday, we discuss who we think will win and why. To end the episode off we discuss latest NBA trade news, Why Dre logical is wrong and why its still Lakers in 5 enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.23) " The Garden"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 92:52


    We open up the episode discussing when is time to throw away thanksgiving leftovers, sending the holiday toxic text, Twitter fleets and Nate vs the Internet. Grammy nominations where dropped this week, so we discuss what we loved and hated about the noms and why we put so much importance on a grammy. Tristan goes on a rant on why he thinks Young Thug is lying about not knowing Andre 3000, The pod discusses the importance of Dave Chappelle getting his own show taken down and is Kevin Hart funny ? Tristan asks the Podcast , if kissing during sex is a requirement or is it expected ? To end the podcast we discuss Tyson vs Jones Jr fight, the possibility of of a NFL bubble to end the season and "How much do you Tip". --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.22) The Personals

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2020 102:19


    On this episode we start it off discussing "the proud boy" movement and truly how the world could view us as a country during this election.  We send prays to Jeremih and anyone else suffering from the effects of covid, and still stress the importance of "washing your hands and your ass". For the toxic part of your shows we dive into first dates, having sex before the first date,  and how courting goes wrong if you don't read the signs. We ask the question did twitter and only fans kill the "personal". Dre paints the picture for Tristan about tour life and how much we are charging people to get in. To wrap up the show we discuss new music that dropped this week, we have the discussion of mainstream vs top tier when it comes to Brent Faiyaz and the latest on sports. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.21) Memory Lane

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2020 88:09


    On this Episode of NHAL podcast, we start off the episode with a politics and everything that surround the win for the Democratic Party and why no one should have been shocked that GA flipped. We then discuss when we as the black community will stop buying in to the "Hip Hop Vote". Some how the jokes start flying early when Dre walks us down memory lane with him, his dad, and the belt. On the Second half of our show, we discuss courting from a man's view, Hitting too early in the dating stage, Being and Becoming Eskimo Brothers. Tristan and E get Dre hip to the ways women book men. When end the episode going over the new music of the week and sending prays to King Von and MO3 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.20) Lower Tier

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 107:26


    On today's ep, we start off discussing the latest Tory Lanez Q radio, and does his actions speak to him knowing he is a free man. Which leads us to talking about how "cancel culture" and "twitter antics" move the culture. It's election time , and we discuss how some celebrities just shouldn't talk politics, and are we too hard on people for voting in "their" best interests.  With the new year approaching , we discuss what "OUTSIDE" will look like in 2021. Veruz kicks off its second season with T.I. vs Jeezy, We discuss who is going to win and who wish we could put in the ring. We ask the question who is to blame when a song goes bad the feature artist or the album artist , which leads us to a heated debate  of Rick Ross vs The Game. Lastly we discuss doing things for the sake of your partner, how important is the couple's costume on halloween, bad sex and have you every faked an orgasm. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.19) Take it on the chin

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 98:59


    Dre and Tristan Tarantino start of celebrating the Lakers winning the 2020 NBA championship and foreshadowing who will win next year. Dre then brings up Scottie Pippen's greatness compared to NBA stars today. Tristan finally gets Dre to see the light when it comes to Benny Tha Butcher and Griselda as a whole, with the "Burden of Proof" album. This sparks a debate on the best hip hop albums to drop this year and we discuss the importance of "Boom Bap Rap" & the run that Hit Boy has been on a tear this year. New Music this week was kinda scare so we throw flowers, to TI and Trey songz for their latest attempts and chopped and screwed music as a whole. While discussing Drakes greatness , we stumble on the topic of even if its a classic album , doesn't mean all the songs on the album aged well. Of course we are back with more toxic topics, this week we discuss cheating and what it would take to go back with your partner , Would you accept or give your partner a hall pass ?, Situationships vs Friends with Benefits --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.18) Whats the Price

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 85:09


    On this episode of NHAL podcast, we start the episode off by  talking about the Lakers losing game 5 ( yes we know they won game 6), Dre gives us his flowers towards Lebron and why it was hard for him to be a true fan of him until he became a Laker. On our music segment this week , we discuss Reason album and does TDE hurt or help their artists. Dre and Tristan debate who kept the lights on for some of the bigger record companies in the 90's, and how music was judge back then. We discuss tory being charged in the Megan Thee Stallion assault case,  whether or not tory serves all 22 years and how his outside antics will hurt him in the courtroom. Dre then ask the questions why are women no longer willing to hold down men in relationship, when are you saying I love you to your partner. We then discuss taking care of your partner , the exchange of money in a relationship, and how could you raise a child if you'r rich and famous. We end the show discussing  politics and what causes a person to vote for a person. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep. 17) I'm Your Goat

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2020 73:24


    We are back with another episode of NHAL podcast. We start off the show going over some of the new music that has dropped this past week and our appreciation for "toxic R&B" ,  and Morgan Freeman. That leads into a debate about who is the top rap group in the game. Followed by what makes , who is a top tier artist in todays music game. Which leads into a heated debate on "classics album" in hip hop not always being a number 1 album. Dre and E then try to convince Tristan why he should listen to the Tory Lanez "Daystar" album and at the end of the day Tristan still thinks it hurts tory to voice his side of the story this way. Finally, we discuss loyalty before you become rich , the presidential debate, the importance of voting and a toxic talk about when a person can claim you when dating. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.16) There My Masters And I Want Them Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 74:02


    We start off the episode going over the latest music that has come out, We give Big Sean his flowers on his Number 1 album and predict what Hit Boy has to do next to become Producer of the Year. With the 5 year anniversary of "WATTBA" upon us we discuss its impact vs "Watch The Throne". Kanye has had many legendary rants on twitter but this one, we shed light on why it means so much to the artist and creatives as a whole and why we should pay attention. We end the podcast on some "Toxic Topics" , Can two men date the same woman ? The proper way to play the "Pause" game. Finally we debunk the myths of being "Selfish" while dating and the ways of "Friends with Benefits". --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.15) Buy You A Drink

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 57:19


    On this episode, Tris (@TrisTaratino) & Dre (@__DreDay24) give flowers to the late great Chadwick Boseman. We discuss the sports world response to the shooting of Jacob Blake. This week we go over who we think will win Monica vs Brandy, Also we dive in to Akon shade towards T-Pain. To end the epsiode of we have a toxic story from Tristan's Past. Follow us @NeverHipALame & Subscribe to our YouTube "Never Hip A Lame Podcast." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.14) Job Not Done

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 71:03


    On this Episode, we celebrate Mamba Day and give Kobe “Bean” Bryant his flowers. We discuss the cancelation of Tory Lanez & Tris (@Tristarantino) apologizes for not believe Meg the first time and why is it that we never  believe Black Women when they first come out about issues. Our cohosts then  take a deep dive in to cancel culture as it pertains to Trey Songz, Chris Brown and R. Kely. Dre (@__dreday24) then gives us his takes on Nas' new album, King's Disease and his feelings on the NBA playoffs so far. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.13) On Wax

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2020 92:17


    On this Episode, Tristan (@tristaratino) tries to figure out what men have against Cardi B & Megan Thee Stallion's hit singe “WAP.” We dive into the relevance of the XXL freshman list. Does the culture still need it? Discuss new music from Drake, Boldly James, Burna Boy, Dave East and see if we need new Nas & Hit-boy project. With Biden now announcing Kamala Harris as his VP, we consider what that means for the NHAL Co-hosts voting and who we would potentially vote for. Of course, we go over the latest NFL news and NBA bubble picks for the Playoffs, and Dre (@__dreday24) puts our bet on wax about KD next season. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.12) "Close Friends"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 63:25


    On this Episode , Tristan (@tristarantino) and Dre (@__dreday24) give flowers to the  legendary John Lewis and the WNBA for how they are supporting the Black Lives matter movement. Tristan gives us a deep dive on "Subscription" twitter, while Dre questions if Tris even had a childhood, and a healthy debate on what is Jay-Z's classic album. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.11) CandyMan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 51:52


    We are back and better then ever, I would like to reintroduce you to Never Hip A Lame Podcast with my new cohost Dre (@_dreday24). In this episode we discuss who would win a verzuz between Snoop and DMX, along with some other people we would like to see battle. We give Pop smoke his flowers and take a deep dive on are men doing their job in protecting women. Finally I try to shoot Kanye West some bail, and Dre gets me to see the light about Logic enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.10) For The Love

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 75:26


    Even in a pandemic we are still bringing you ground breaking interviews. On this episode I had the pleasure of seating down with an up and coming DMV star in the cooking world, Chef Morgan James. Morgan has wanted to be a chef since he was kid and is now living out his dream cooking for everyone, from local parties, catering events and also cooking for celebrities. We start off the episode with finding out how Morgan took a childhood dream and make it a reality, he talks about some of his early naysayers and critics, the struggles he went thru just to be here today.We also get into what it takes to be a chef in a kitchen and the demand and toll it takes on your life. When then  discuss the moment in which he knew he had  made it , some of his favorite cooking stories with the stars, and lastly how even in a pandemic he is still maintaining a thriving business. Lastly as always I play the game "Top 5" but with a twist you don't want to miss. As always be safe WASH YOUR HANDS, SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESS AND ENJOY THE SHOW.IG & Twitter : @chefmorganjameswww.chefmorganjames.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep. 9) Customs to the Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2020 37:44


    We are keeping this content going in these chaotic times. Today i am talking to one of my closest friends Lloyd aka Swaggy P (@Swaggypicasso). I brought him in to tell his story about how he has taken his love for shoes and made that into a up and coming custom shoes business. We start the episode off discussing some of his customs for some of the worlds best NCAA athletes. We then talk about his "highlight" moment and how it came to be about.We go into his love for basketball and what is his main motivation and driving force in everything that he does. During the interview we learn who are the 5 players he would want to do customs for and what they would be. Lastly, we discuss our love for Kobe and how our goat has influenced us and pushed us to do keep going and keep chasing our dreams. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep. 8) This Thing Of Ours

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 67:47


    Staying on my latest trend of giving the people i value their flowers,I decided to speak to my dad. We just finished up celebrating his birthday and he wanted to come on drop history lesson on the DC he grew up in and how it differs today and what we see. On this Episode, we talk about growing and being a black man, trade stories on being in love, was moving on a mistake  and what did it take to move on from that love. We tackle the culture shock of going to a college were " you are the only you there".  Lastly, We have a great top 5 basketball debate and then before we leave  we give one of my fallen idols Kobe Bryant his flowers and talk about the important of his teachings and the legacy he has left for us. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.7) Cola's Cooking

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 47:32


    On todays episode I am giving flowers to a up and coming business and also someone who is  near and dear to me. I give you Mrs. Cola Morgan, she was on one of my previous episodes where she checked me and big Unc on the female mind, but now she is back to talk to us about her love for cooking and also what it takes to start a business. She drops gems on some of the people she is  inspired by and also the one person she does all things for.  She also lets us in on a upcoming event she has planned that if you are a creative you don't want to miss out on. Now since we are the podcast of shit talking we brought back Big Unc because we know he has been missed and he lets us in on some of his thoughts and praises on his wife's cooking , and we also let you in on the story of how we all met that you don't want to miss. Enjoy!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.6) The DMV Puzzle

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 38:53


    On todays episode, I seat down with one of my closest friends E. E has traveled across the US, learning and growing to create himself and his brand. With his knowledge he has founded The Peace + Happyness Agency. We dive into a wealth of topics from E's humble beginnings, navigating the idea of a divided DMV music and art scene, and how he is trying to build the network for us to work together. We also give flowers to some local talent in the area that you should be aware of. The Art of the "Pull up" invite. We also cover how E created and maintained the "DMV Playlist" thru Apple music, Spotify and Tidal. We end the episode hearing what E's top 5 is and also what his future plans for summer 2020 are. ENJOY --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.5) Is Oprah for the Cause?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2019 68:35


    No I wasn't canceled just life and all its glorious wonders both good and bad hit you fav host hard but im back with the triple OG, Uncle E and friend of the show Keonna. On todays episode we talk about the untimely death of Juice World, his impact to the world of music and what really makes you a legend when you die. From there we touch on Lizzo and if society is really shaming her for her actions or are they just wrong. We finally discuss body positive and how opinions becomes facts on social media. The triple OG gives us a different view on Oprah and her contributions to the black cause and finally we end on offering toxic tales and playing the game of if you had to choose. ENJOYSocial Media :Twitter and IG : @TrisTarantinoIG: @Felix_23_01 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.4) Hollywood Lunch Table

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 78:18


    On this Ep we are joined by the one the only Killa Kam ( IG: @ theylove_kammm) and also the Triple OG  Uncle E (IG:felix_23_01). We discuss our top 5 producers , a season review of power and what we think will happen next. We then switch gears and talk about ti hymen gate, is it ok to date your friends ex's and the "Hollywood Lunch Table". And to wrap things up we discuss the power of the N word and does it really have a impact on us as black people enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep. 3) Dear Mama

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 55:07


    On this episode I am joined by the one person I would do any and everything for. My Mom, now your problem wondering why I would have my mom on an episode or how personal can you get when talking to your parent. Well you in for surprise we talk about love , goals , relationships,  and preparing me to be a black man in America. She also gives us some insist on  what it is like to be a single parent . My mom is my hero and I will always look at her like superwomen , hopefully after listening to this episode you will see why . Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.2) A tweet or a Gift, What Matters More ?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 86:12


    Thank you to everyone who listened to the first episode ... On This episode we bring back the infamous Big Unc and we also add a female voice to the show, she is one of our first guest and she has a lot to say and inform you lames about. I give you Mrs. Cola B. We discuss everything from Summer Walker's Album and the importance of R&B in todays time. We finally answer the question of what matters more being book smart or street smart and how you can build your own brand and business with your name. We then switch gears and discuss when it comes to being in relationship, does social media hurt or help , can you be in a relationship and not show emotion and honestly do people really still give out "hall passes". Lastly we close the episode on how much does a black life cost and thoughts on the Amber Guyer Murder Trail. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

    (Ep.1) Who's Waiting 90 days

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2019 58:54


    We introduce to you the first episode of Never Hip a lame to the game podcast... I am your host Tristan Tarantino. On the Kickoff Episode, We will be covering topics from 69 legal case, the do's and dont's of snitching , how much we love "whores", Ask the question of who really benefits from the "90 day rule" and discussing the term " Real Women". This week I am joined by Unc Eric as we try to put you lames on game. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/neverhipalame/message

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