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At the end of every year, we take a few weeks to reset and reflect on everything that happened in culture over the past twelve months. We share our reflections with you in the form of our Top 20 Annual Countdown. This week, the Top 10! After much deliberation (heard in the Roundtable Episode) here is the list of the Top 10! 10. AI video slop (Sora, VEO3, Vibes) 9. Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show 8. The American Pope 7. Taylor Swift's engagement 6. Man's Best Friend by Sabrina Carpenter 5. Stranger Things season 5 4. A Minecraft Movie 3. 6-7 2. Videos of the assassination of Charlie Kirk on social media 1. KPop Demon Hunters Double your impact with End of Year Giving! Every dollar you give will be mathched dollar for dollar until the end of 2025! Get your question on Ask Axis! Send in your questions to ask@axis.org. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.
We're looking back at the wildest headlines of 2025! From Justin Trudeau stepping down as Prime Minister to Jennifer Lopez keeping her $5.6 million engagement ring after splitting from Ben Affleck, this year was packed with drama. We cover California's devastating wildfires and the shocking arrest tied to them, Drake suing his own label over Kendrick Lamar's diss track, and Justin Baldoni's feud with Ryan Reynolds. Plus, Kim Kardashian's “Ten Kimmandments” MasterClass, astronauts stuck in space for nine months, Katy Perry's trip to space, and even soap infused with Sydney Sweeney's bathwater. All that and more in this can't-miss year-in-review episode!
2025 didn't just happen — it unfolded.In this special year-end episode, we debut “The Timeline,” a month-by-month walkthrough of the biggest, weirdest, and most defining moments of the year across sports, news, entertainment, and culture.We kick things off in January with WWE Raw moving to Netflix, devastating Southern California wildfires, and Donald Trump being inaugurated as the 47th President, becoming only the second president ever to serve non-consecutive terms. From there, the year only gets crazier — Luka getting traded to the Lakers, the Eagles stopping the Chiefs' three-peat in the Super Bowl, Kendrick Lamar publicly ending the Drake beef, and John Cena shocking the world with a heel turn.As the months roll on, we hit the Oscars, the election of the first American Pope, Elon vs. Trump on Twitter, Netflix breaking records with K-Pop Demon Hunters, viral Coldplay concert chaos, the Sydney Sweeney jeans ad discourse, major geopolitical moments, celebrity engagements, shocking political violence, and one of the most dramatic World Series finishes ever.We close out the year with iconic sports retirements, internet moments only this show could appreciate, and AI being named 2025's Person of the Year, setting the stage for what's coming next.This episode isn't just about what happened — it's about how it felt to live through 2025 in real time. The moments we couldn't escape, the stories that sparked debates, and the timeline that defined the year.Tap into Episode 668 of the Productive Conversations Podcast—available now on all podcast platforms and YouTube.What you think of 2025 (1:58)Jan 6- Raw is Netflix (5:15)Jan 7- Southern California Wild Fires (11:12)Jan 20- Donald Trump Inaugurated as 47th president, only 2nd president to do non consecutive terms (15:13)Feb 2nd: Luka gets traded to Lakers (22:01)Feb 9- Eagles Win Super Bowl 59, 40-22 over the Chiefs, prevent the 3peat. Kendrick wins beef with Drake and calls him out in front of everyone (24:15)March 1st: Cena Turns Heel (33:50)March 2: Anora wins Best Picture (41:46) May 8: After the death of Pope Francis, the Papal Conclave elects American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV. He is the first Pope from the United States. (48:19)June 6: Elon and Trump start beef on Twitter (52:08)June 20th: KPop Demon Hunters Released, most watched Netflix movie of all time (55:35)July 19: US tech CEO suspended after Coldplay concert embrace goes viral (58:25)July 23: Sydney Sweeney Jeans Ad (1:01:15)August 15: In a move that stuns the diplomatic world, President Trump meets with Vladimir Putin in Alaska for a high-stakes summit aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, though initial talks yield little progress. (1:05:06)August 25: Pop icon Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announce their engagement, sparking a global social media frenzy. (1:06:12)September 10: Charlie Kirk assassination (1:10:08)September 17: Kimmel Suspension (1:16:12)September 29: Gaza peace plan: The plan was announced by Trump on September 29, 2025, during a press conference at the White House alongside Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu. It was signed on October 9, coming into effect the following day, and was endorsed by the United Nations Security Council on 17 November. (1:21:05)October 1st: Government shut down (1:23:53)November 2nd: Dodgers Win Epic Game 7 to win World Series 5-4 in 11 innings (1:28:15)November 4th: Zohran elected mayor (1:32:15)November 2025: Akash gets embarrassed by wife, Ryan said it's ok because it's a joke (1:34:34)December 13: Cena retires in loss to Gunther (1:46:45)December 17 "Architects of AI' is Time Magazine's 2025 Person of the Year, in recognition of their enormous technological and social influence. To reflect the complexity and multiple dimensions of this revolution, the magazine runs two different covers. Setting up more to come from AI world (1:51:05)------#trending #sports #news #entertainment #culture #popculture #podcast Best way to contact our host is by emailing him at productiveconversationspodcast@gmail.com or mbrown3212@gmail.comThis show has been brought to you by Magic Mind!Right now you can get your Magic Mind at WWW.MAGICMIND.COM/ PCLT20 to get 20% off a one-time purchase or up to 48% off a subscription using that code PCJUNE. Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/productive-conversations-with-matt-brown/id1535871441 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qCsxuzYYoeqALrWu4x4Kb YouTube: @Productive_Conversations Linktree:https://linktr.ee/productiveconversations
For our final episode of 2025, Nick is back to discuss more hip hop topics and is giving more takes on what is happening. First off, with his Gangsta Grillz mixtape online, The Game stops by a podcast to answer why he was absent from Kendrick's Pop Out Show back in June 2024. He gives and doubles down on his take for that show, BUT, fans are remembering a video that he posted days after the show, and his excuse. Nick gives his thoughts on which excuse he believes from the Compton rapper. After that, with 21 Savage releasing his latest album What Happened To The Streets, a lot of rappers are coming after 21 with his F--- The Streets Movement. While some see it as a sign of maturity, others say that the rapper is turning his back on what made him. See where Nick falls on 21's Movement. Later, now that 2025 is over, Nick shares his top 5 picks on people who have had the worst year in rap. (Spoiler Alert: Diddy does fall onto the list). All that, plus jokes, shoutouts, album recommendations and more!!Follow the show on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, and YouTube: @lowendmaraudersFollow the marauders on Instagram: @dj_young_franky, @sirjknox & @nycholasfuryShop the store: lowendmaradersshop.comSOURCES:The Game's podcast appearance: The Game Reveals Why He Didn't Show Up to Kendrick Lamar's Massive ‘Pop Out' ConcertThe Game's first explanation summed up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q37V66nB_MY21 Savage's F--- The Streets Movement: Blueface Dismisses 'F*ck The Streets' Movement: 'F*ck The...Nick doing standup: https://youtu.be/0OATWLkEgks?si=BJ8IGuM3xB7wN-VtCHAPTERS:0:00: Intro9:40: The Game Explains Why14:25: 21 Savage's F--- The Streets Movement24:24: Nick's Top 5 Worst People in Rap for 202538:11: Shout Outs, Album Recommendation and Outro
Star Tribune Music Critic Chris Riemenschneider talked with Adam about the 10 best shows that you may have seen or may have missed in 2025. All on The WCCO Morning News
Star Tribune Music Critic Chris Riemenschneider talked with Adam about the 10 best shows that you may have seen or may have missed in 2025. All on The WCCO Morning News
Notes and Links to Joe McGinniss' Work Joe McGinniss Jr. is the author of DAMAGED PEOPLE, CAROUSEL COURT and THE DELIVERY MAN. Buy Damaged People: A Memoir of Fathers and Sons Joe's Wikipedia Review of Damaged People in Kirkus Reviews People Magazine Article about Damaged People At about 1:30, Joe talks about wonderful feedback he's gotten from readers of his memoir At about 2:40, Pete and Joe reflect on his father's work and ideas in relation to the “public intellectual” At about 4:45, Joe expands on the hard work and determination that led to him being so revered, even by Robert F. Kennedy At about 8:10, Joe gives purchasing information for Damaged People At about 9:30, Joe gives seeds and background for his memoir, including a catalyst in a 2016 New Yorker article At about 10:45, The two discuss the book's epigraphs and Joe remarks on writing about such personal experiences and close friends and family At about 13:50, Joe responds to Pete's questions about the book's Prologue setting At about 16:50, Joe expands on the analogy of his father put forth by his brother of their father as a “puppy pissing on the rug” At about 21:40, Pete references Lorenzo Carcaterra's A Safe Place and connections to Joe's book At about 23:00, Joe expands upon cycles involving sons and fathers and reflects on the line from the book that “progress is being made” At about 28:00, Joe responds to Pete's questions about a telling photo opp for a magazine article on Heroes by his father At about 30:50, Pete and Joe give background on Joe, Sr.'s breakthrough with The Selling of the President, and Joe discusses connections between the events of the book and today's politics At about 33:00, the two discuss Joe's father's triumphs and the parts he was lacking as a father, in connection to his own father's treatment of him; Joe emphasizes that his son knew he “was loved” by his grandfather At about 36:20, Pete lays out some of the book's flashforward scene to beautiful memories of his growing son and wonderful wife, and then the two talk Rex Chapman and basketball inspiration At about 40:10, Joe talks about his first book's tour, and how he built great memories, and he talks about the juxtaposed At about 41:40, The two discuss the “idyllic” life lived by Joe's father (and Joe for a while), and Joe shares some amazing anecdotes from those days At about 44:40, Joe relates the story of his dog Lucy being stolen by a 19-year-old Kiefer Sutherland (!) At about 45:30, Joe expands on his father's experience researching Fatal Vision At about 49:50, Joe gives background on the importance of the saying, “Everything's blowin' away” in connection to his father's energy and ambition and anxiety At about 52:45, Joe responds to Pete's questions about his father's treatment of Jeffrey McDonald in Fatal Vision At about 53:30, Pete reflects on changes in Joe's relationship with his son as he grows up At about 54:30, Joe recounts the story that Janet Malcolm wrote regarding the MacDonald case and how Joe, Sr. was sued At about 59:20, Joe traces the late 80s and 90s for his father, and his bold decision to turn down an O.J. Simpson trial book and write instead about Italian soccer At about 1:05:30, Joe shares his perspective on apology letters and confession letters written by his father to him and his siblings At about 1:08:00, Joe reflects on the times in which he knew he had been too overbearing and strict with his son in his basketball career At about 1:11:50, Joe reflects on ideas of life and father-son relationships as “process[es]” in connection to his father's death and “gaps” left behind At about 1:15:10, Joe responds to Pete's question about how he now sees sons after these years of writing and reflection At about 1:17:30, Joe charts his dad's reactions to hip-hop You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode. Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. His conversation with Hannah Pittard, a recent guest, is up at Chicago Review. Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, DIY podcast and extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content! This month's Patreon bonus episode features an exploration of flawed characters, protagonists who are too real in their actions, and horror and noir as being where so much good and realistic writing takes place. Pete has added a $1 a month tier for “Well-Wishers” and Cheerleaders of the Show. This is a passion project, a DIY operation, and Pete would love for your help in promoting what he's convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form. The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com. Please tune in for Episode 315 with Cole Cuchna, the host and the creator of Dissect, a serialized music podcast that examines a single album per season, one song per episode. Dissect was named "Best podcast of 2017" by Quartz, and the following year was named "Best podcast of 2018" by the New York Times. It has done deep dives on albums by Kendrick Lamar, Beyonce, Childish Gambino, Tyler the Creator, MF Doom, Radiohead, Frank Ocean, and more. The episode airs on December 30. Please go to ceasefiretoday.org, and/or https://act.uscpr.org/a/letaidin to call your congresspeople and demand an end to the forced famine and destruction of Gaza and the Gazan people.
Quake discusses Drake & UMG's mediation in “Not Like Us” lawsuit appeal being delayed, 6IX9INE's home invasion suspect being Arrested, Jam Master Jay's alleged killer getting conviction overturned, Wiz Khalifa facing 9 months in Romanian prison, The Game's reason for his absence from Kendrick Lamar's “Pop Out” show, Young Thug and 21 Savage proclaiming “F**k The Streets”, Billboard announcing rule change that will impact Hip-Hop sales, Charlamagne Tha God & Breakfast Club to stream on Netflix and much more.(00:00) - Intro(02:31) - Drake & UMG's Mediation In “Not Like Us” Lawsuit Appeal Has Been Delayed(09:43) - 6IX9INE Home Invasion Suspect Has Been Arrested(17:05) - Jam Master Jay's Alleged Killer Gets Conviction Overturned(20:12) - Wiz Khalifa Facing 9 Months In Romanian Prison(22:51) - Young Buck Vs Fat Joe The Full Breakdown(41:23) - The Game Justifies His Absence From Kendrick Lamar's “Pop Out” Show(51:58) - Young Thug And 21 Savage Proclaim “F**k The Streets” And Many Respond(01:09:39) - New Music(01:10:09) - Album Sales
Back in the before times, aka 2014, one of our favorite recurring guests got it in his head that ATTT needed to be paying attention to all the great new music being made by making an annual 'songs of the year' episode happen. Daskal also said that we needed to include the delightful Shannon Hurley and in the process the three of us will get to at least attempt to keep up with what's going on in music. 11 years later we're mighty glad we took that advice and now it has become the episode event of the year for us. We hope you all enjoy this playlist of current musical excellence. Picks 21-15 are revealed in Part 1 of 3 in our overloaded countdown of the best songs of the year.Everything Shannon in the world of music can be found at her website:https://shannonhurley.com/Shannon's mini paintings are flying off the shelf. Check out the cool stuff she's up to:https://www.instagram.com/laminipaintings/We've lowered our prices, but not our standards over at the ATTT Patreon! Those who are kindly contributing $2 a month are receiving an exclusive monthly Emergency Pod episode featuring our favorite guests and utilizing our patent-pending improv format in which we miraculously pull a playlist out of thin air. My little brother Ira and our friend Aaron joined us for Emergency Pod #22 on December 1st! Find out more at https://www.patreon.com/c/alltimetoptenWe're having a blast chatting about music over on the ATTT Facebook Group. Join us and start a conversation about music!https://www.facebook.com/groups/940749894391295
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Hip-Hop Mix 2025 • Trap Mix 2025 • USA Rap & Trap Year-End Video Mix A nonstop 2025 rap + trap video mix packed with club bangers + street anthems — Kendrick Lamar, Drake, GloRilla, Sexyy Red, Future, Lil Baby, Playboi Carti, Yeat, Travis Scott, SZA, Central Cee, Gunna, Doechii, NBA YoungBoy + more. Made for USA hip-hop / rap / trap fans — car, gym, pregame, club vibes. ▶️ Official Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLixawf4zdI0Tx1zr8at3oA2sGMpP6B5NQ
In Part 2 of the Selective Ignorance 2025 Year-End Wrap Up Special, Mandii B is joined by Deante Kyle, Jason “Jah” Lee, Jo Jo Alonzo, A-King, and Big Kat for an unfiltered, culture-forward breakdown of the year in entertainment, with a sharp focus on hip hop, R&B, streaming culture, and industry power shifts. The episode kicks off with reflections on the year’s biggest moments in music and media [00:54], setting the stage for a wide-ranging conversation that blends humor, critique, and forward-thinking insight. The roundtable dives deep into hip hop’s defining narratives of 2025, including the ongoing cultural chess match between Drake and Kendrick Lamar and what it represents for legacy, lyricism, and audience loyalty [11:03]. From there, the conversation expands into the corporate influence shaping music today, unpacking how brand partnerships, algorithms, and executive decision-making impact creativity and cultural authenticity [21:06]. As streaming continues to dominate the industry, the hosts examine the streaming wars and the evolving future of entertainment distribution [27:00], questioning who truly benefits in the current ecosystem. Sports and hip hop collide as the crew explores how athletes, musicians, and media narratives increasingly overlap [30:01], before shifting into a spirited debate over Song of the Year contenders and what makes a record culturally timeless versus momentarily viral [39:06]. One of the most pointed discussions centers on the state of women in rap, addressing visibility, support, and systemic challenges within the genre [45:12], followed by a candid breakdown of the biggest industry fall-offs of 2025 and why certain careers stalled while others soared [56:35]. The conversation then turns toward television and film trends, analyzing how 2025 reshaped viewing habits, storytelling, and star power [01:09:32]. From conflicting perspectives on quality versus quantity [01:15:07] to the ongoing debate between binge-watching and weekly releases [01:19:18], the hosts unpack how streaming platforms continue to redefine audience engagement [01:17:44]. Politics re-enter the conversation as the group discusses the intersection of hip hop and political discourse [01:21:20], examining how artists navigate influence, responsibility, and backlash. As the episode moves toward its conclusion, attention shifts to the future of music and emerging artists poised to break through in the next cycle [01:24:40], alongside a nuanced discussion of the current landscape for female superstars like Rihanna and Cardi B and what their moves signal for women in music going forward [01:27:56]. The episode wraps with bold predictions for 2026 in music and film [01:30:02], offering a forward-looking take on where culture is headed next. Packed with sharp commentary, insider perspective, and year-end reflection, this episode serves as a definitive 2025 entertainment wrap-up, capturing the highs, lows, and cultural shifts that shaped hip hop, R&B, and the broader media landscape. No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X!Sale Link Follow the host on Social MediaMandii B Instagram/X @fullcourtpumps Follow the guests on Social Media @deante.kyle @gritsandeggspodcast @mrhiphopobama @_jojoalonzo Follow the show on Social MediaInstagram @selectiveignorancepodTiktok @selective.ignoranceX/Twitter @selectiveig_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE BIG PODCAST - TDE Christmas Concert & Toy Drive 2025 Recap Featuring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, and SZA!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
durée : 00:06:22 - Dans la playlist de France Inter - La réunion tant espérée des deux frères Thornton avec Pharrell Williams, 15 ans après leur dernier album, n'aura laissé personne indifférent cette année. Un disque où l'on croise aussi Tyler the Creator et Kendrick Lamar. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.
To wrap up the year, frequent guests Mila Tequila and Andrew Unterberger come on Main Pod Girl to revisit the 2025 pop music bingo cards we made at the beginning of the year, and make some 2026 bingo cards. Feel free to follow along and make your own cards by picking 6 artists from each of the following categories, and then randomizing them on a bingo board (with a free space in the middle): Group 1: Lana Del Rey, Noah Kahan, Raye, Harry Styles, Olivia Rodrigo, Drake, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Madonna & BTS Group 2: Avril Lavigne, Doechii, Katy Perry, Beyoncé, Tinashe, Nicki Minaj, Jack Harlow, Post Malone, Lizzo & Carly Rae Jepsen Group 3: Kendrick Lamar, Tyla, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, Bruno Mars, Kelly Clarkson, Cardi B, SZA, Morgan Wallen & Eminem Group 4: Ariana Grande, Rihanna, Adele, Shakira, Fergie, Normani, Lady Gaga, The Weekend, Sabrina Carpenter & Chappell Roan
Ahmad and Vance sit down to break down 2025's most significant hip hop moments in part one of The Record Report's year wrap up. They tackle the Billboard landscape, Black music's dominance across the charts, and where artists like Drake and Wale stand as the year winds down.The conversation moves through Kendrick Lamar's influence, the Grammy nominations that shaped the narrative, and the resurgence of women changing rap's trajectory. They dig into the industry's relationship with AI, celebrate legendary contributions to hip hop culture, and discuss the album rollouts that defined how we discover music in 2025. Plus: they're crowning "Lame of the Year" and want your vote.Help us finish this episode: What was your biggest black culture moment in 2025? Which artist deserves recognition? What song or album changed your year? Comment below—your voice matters to The Record Report.
The transportation advocates with Propel ATL return to “Closer Look” with their latest report, which reveals deaths from vehicular crashes outpaced homicides in metro Atlanta in 2024. Propel ATL Executive Director Rebecca Serna joins the program to detail the data in "The Human Cost of Mobility". We’re also joined by a local daughter who lost her father in a still unresolved, deadly hit-and-run crash. Plus, it was a year of Kendrick Lamar shading Drake at the Super Bowl, Beyoncé hosting a ho-down at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the Cowboy Carter Tour, and some Swifties giving mixed reviews of Taylor Swift’s latest album. We hear from music journalist and author Quentin Harrison. He discusses some of the best songs that defined 2025, and we hear the “Closer Look” team’s favorite albums of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KIn this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, host Analytic Dreamz breaks down the escalating feud between Drake and former Hot 97 hosts after the abrupt cancellation of Ebro in the Morning on December 12, 2025. Analytic Dreamz examines Ebro Darden's claims that his progressive, anti-government commentary clashed with station ownership's efforts to secure casino licensing funding. The drama intensified when Drake posted an axe emoji mocking the show's end, prompting Ebro to label him "right-wing" and sparking responses from Peter Rosenberg and Laura Stylez. On the debut of their new independent YouTube show, The Ebro Laura Rosenberg Show—with over 43,000 views on the first episode—Ebro revealed alleged late-night DMs from Drake reading "Die slower" and "We got some sh*t for u," perceived as threats tied to past tensions from the Kendrick Lamar battle. Rosenberg suggested legal action, while the situation highlights power dynamics, lingering beef, and the shift to independent platforms in hip-hop media. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Episode 97: Robert Glasper. The career-defining, three hour deep dive with one of the most influential musicians of our time. In this conversation, Robert Glasper walks through his entire journey, from his upbringing and early musical foundations to becoming a Grammy-winning pianist, producer, composer, and cultural architect who reshaped the relationship between jazz, hip hop, and R&B. This is the most expansive interview Robert has ever done. He breaks down how he became the Robert Glasper we know and love, how he developed his voice, how to get gigs (and how to keep them), and how he built a meaningful career in music. He speaks openly about his philosophies on collaboration, artistry, leadership, and longevity, offering invaluable lessons for us all. The conversation includes rare stories about him with J Dilla, behind the scenes stories about working with Kendrick Lamar and Terrace Martin on To Pimp a Butterfly, including the creation of These Walls and the collaborative environment that defined that era. He reflects on his vision for Black Radio and how working with Erykah Badu led to their version of Afro Blue, one of the most iconic recordings of his career. Robert also discusses scoring the Miles Davis biopic Miles Ahead and getting to go through the Miles vault! He shares stories and lessons involving Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, Kenny Garrett, Terrace Martin, Bilal, Chris Daddy Dave, Lalah Hathaway, Thundercat, and many others. We talk about life lessons, fatherhood and integrity, He shares messages directly to singers and musicians about preparation, confidence, and showing up fully in every room. We also touch on the future of music and AI. This conversation is a complete document of a modern master artist reflecting on his life, career, and legacy in real time. And we have 100 laughing attacks while doing it. Here's my conversation with the great, Robert Glasper! Go with Elmo Lovano' is a weekly podcast where Elmo interviews creatives and entrepreneurs in music on HOW they push forward every day, got where they are in their careers, manage their personal lives, and share lessons learned and their most important insights. Big thanks to our friends Moises.ai for supporting the show! If you need stems, they're the best in the game. Check them out! Please SUBSCRIBE / FOLLOW this podcast to catch new episodes as soon as they drop! Become a Patreon Member to stay in the loop as we post Patreon-only exclusive content, Zoom hangs, invite only events, and discussions about music and music careers. https://www.patreon.com/gowithelmo https://www.instagram.com/gowithelmo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Note: This podcast is a considered a music review podcast. While we do not use the actual music, all credits go to the original artists.In the seventh episode of season two of “The Sound Spectrum,” hosts senior Victoria Byers and sophomore Ethan Chatelain share their perspectives on the nominees for the 2026 Grammy awards.The hosts discuss their overall thoughts on the albums and songs nominated, favorite and least favorite songs and who they think will win the awards. This podcast series focuses on reviewing a variety different music projects and music in general. In this episode, Byers and Chatelain discuss how the album was ranked, along with how they felt about the songs and how they were rated in contrast to the other pieces. Some of the songs mentioned is 'Anxiety' by Doechii, 'luther' by Kendrick Lamar and SZA, 'Golden' from the movie K-Pop Demon Hunters, 'Abracadabra' by Lady Gaga, and more. Next episode, the two plan on reviewing the winners of the Grammy Awards next year or reviewing another album.Music Credits:Crescent Moon by Purrple CatHibiscus by Purrple CatSonder by Purrple CatSunset Drive by Tokyo Music WalkerSlowly by Tokyo Music WalkerMagical Moments by Purrple CatEchoes in Blue by Tokyo Music WalkerGrammy Nominees Albums
Send us a textHere's the story of a producer, creative, father, and entrepreneur who blends music, storytelling, and authentic Hawaiian food. Born and raised in Pepe‘ekeo, Hawai‘i and rooted in values of aloha and community, he moved to the San Gabriel Valley in 2008 to pursue audio engineering. An internship with Doggystyle Records opened doors to collaborations with Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, and Jay Rock. By 2015 he began releasing instrumental music, earning over 2 million streams and a loyal following in the lofi and chillhop space.In 2022 he joined the Lone Lobos Podcast as producer and on-air contributor alongside Cobra Kai's Xolo Maridueña and Jacob Bertrand. The show has since amassed millions of streams and partnered with brands like Netflix, Sony, and San Diego Comic-Con. We dig into the craft behind consistent content: building audience, managing partnerships, and keeping creative energy high across music and podcasting.His love for food traces back to Hawai‘i and a family heritage that's Hawaiian, Puerto Rican, and Japanese. Inspired by his grandmother's pasteles and his parents' home cooking, he worked with East Los Musubi in El Sereno starting in 2015 and launched Unreal Poke in December 2023—a Native Hawaiian-owned pop-up rooted in food activism and cultural authenticity. In its first year, Unreal Poke served at 80+ events including Smorgasburg LA, 626 Night Market, and 88Rising's Head in the Clouds Festival.Fatherhood sits at the center of it all. Since 2011 he's focused on raising his son with traditions passed down through food and story. This episode covers the journey from studio sessions to street food, how to build a values-driven pop-up, and what cultural integrity looks like in both music and cuisine. Keywords: Hawaiian food, Native Hawaiian-owned, poke pop-up, lofi, chillhop, Doggystyle Records, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Jay Rock, Lone Lobos Podcast, Smorgasburg LA, 626 Night Market, Head in the Clouds, East Los Musubi, San Gabriel Valley.__________Music CreditsIntroEuphoria in the San Gabriel Valley, Yone OGStingerScarlet Fire (Sting), Otis McDonald, YouTube Audio LibraryOutroEuphoria in the San Gabriel Valley, Yone OG__________________My SGV Podcast:Website: www.mysgv.netNewsletter: Beyond the MicPatreon: MySGV Podcastinfo@sgvmasterkey.com
In this episode, we open with a vibrant discussion on music and culture, starting with a playful but honest debate: Were Swizz Beatz's songs actually good? From there, we explore which producers crafted the most classic sounds of the early 2000s and share our dream collaborators from that era—a nostalgic look at when hip-hop production was evolving fast. We then shift into the latest headlines: - 2 Chainz's son lands a sneaker deal, sparking a conversation around generational wealth and brand building. - Kim Kardashian dressing as Kendrick Lamar—is it homage, marketing, or crossing into culture vulture territory? Entertainment Industry & Power Conversations This episode's centerpiece is a deep, unfiltered breakdown of the Diddy documentary, The Reckoning. We unpack the allegations, the industry structures that enabled them, and what accountability truly looks like in entertainment. That leads into a provocative hypothetical: Who would you rather sign with—Suge Knight or Diddy? We dissect the risks, rewards, and reputations surrounding two of the most controversial power brokers in music history. We also tackle the question: When does cosmetic surgery cross the line into “too much”? A real conversation about body image, pressure, and authenticity in the public eye. Streaming, Business & Media Moves Big corporate news this week as we discuss the Warner Brothers + Netflix acquisition and what it means for the future of content, intellectual property, and consolidation. We also debate the longtime cultural question: Did Netflix kill movie theaters—or did sky-high ticket prices do the real damage? A breakdown of consumer behavior, economics, and changing viewing habits. Sports News Rundown We cover a series of major sports updates: The growing conversation around coaches and background checks—what responsibility do leagues have, and are current systems enough? Chris Paul's release from the Clippers, what it signals for his legacy, and potential landing spots. A celebration of PVAMU winning the SWAC, and what this means for HBCU athletics. Closing: Real-Life Reflections We wrap with a raw and thoughtful discussion: When family cuts ties, is it wrong? A conversation about boundaries, healing, and redefining relationships as adults.
Quake discusses 50 Cent saying he's done beefing with Marlon Wayans and wanting Eminem to make new music for “Street Fighter" soundtrack, 21 Savage urging Drake to avoid Kendrick Lamar battle, Drake In crosshairs of another AI scam that involves his fans, Memphis Bleek declaring he wouldn't sell his catalog for $100 Million, Hot 97's “Ebro In The Morning” being officially over and much more.(00:00) - Intro(01:29) - 50 Cent Says He's Done Beefing With Marlon Wayans(05:07) - 50 Cent Wants Eminem To Make New Music For “Street Fighter" Soundtrack(10:44) - 21 Savage Urged Drake To Avoid Kendrick Lamar Battle(18:30) - Drake Has Reportedly Apologized To Metro Boomin Multiple Times(24:20) - Drake In Crosshairs Of Another AI Scam That Involves His Fans(31:26) - Memphis Bleek Declares He Wouldn't Sell His Catalog For $100 Million(39:28) - Hot 97's “Ebro In The Morning” Is Officially Over(44:58) - SuicideBoys Settle Massive $6.4 Million Copyright Lawsuit(46:45) - 50 Cent's Dark Past With Women “Exposed”(01:23:44) - New Music(01:24:38) - Album Sales
Timothée Chalamet pulls up to 7PM in Brooklyn for a conversation with Carmelo Anthony, The Kid Mero, and Kazeem Famuyide that flows between hoops, culture, and ambition. He shares the story behind interviewing Kendrick for the Super Bowl during the height of the Drake beef, reflects on growing up a diehard Knicks fan, and reveals that his first Knicks game was the infamous Knicks v Nuggets brawl that Carmelo was part of. Melo breaks down the behind-the-scenes chaos of his Knicks debut at Madison Square Garden, what makes New York the toughest stage in sports, and why performing in the Garden hits different. Timothée also opens up about advice from Leonardo DiCaprio, Marty Supreme, and what it really means to chase greatness in any field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 134In this episode of The Stem Society, Cole Jackson breaks down two conversations that are really about the same thing: legacy in hip-hop.Cole reacts to The Game claiming he's the best rapper on the West Coast, and why Kendrick Lamar's name immediately entered the conversation. Is greatness about pure skill, or do catalog, impact, and how an artist moves over time matter more?The episode then shifts to the end of Ebro in the Morning on Hot 97, and why radio still plays a role in hip-hop culture — but only if it evolves in a podcast-driven era.This isn't about nostalgia or taking sides. It's about how hip-hop decides who gets the crown, and how media platforms survive when the culture changes.
Tony's bike stayed parked this week thanks to Mother Nature (moment of silence).His beard, however, remains 100% undyed — and will stay that way forever. Yes, we spent an appropriate amount of time discussing our greying hair like the distinguished elders we are.Then it's Spotify Wrapped season, baby.We share our personal Wrapped confessions before diving into The Mike and Tony Show's 2025 Wrapped — and let's just say… things are looking up for us: • More shares than 89% of shows • Longer listening time than 83% • Higher ratings than 75% • Top 20% of Spotify video podcasts • Listenership up 557% this year We shout out our top episode, our international listeners (what's up Germany, Israel, Australia, Canada
In this special episode of Perspektives With Bank, Big Bank sits down with 21 Savage just ahead of his new album release for an unfiltered conversation about the evolution of street culture and the shifting dynamics of hustling in the digital age. They explore how the streets have changed over time, the decline of traditional street credibility, and the impact of the internet on authenticity, relationships, and public perception. 21 Savage reflects on conflict resolution, the randomness of street life, and the pressure artists face while navigating fame and survival. The discussion digs into the complexities of snitching, the role of ego in the rap industry, and how today’s culture views loyalty and betrayal differently than past generations. Big Bank and 21 also examine the need for a new code of conduct in both the streets and the music industry—one focused more on discipline and hustling than on violence. The episode covers the evolution of hip hop, the cultural protection around certain artists, and the competitive dynamic between heavyweights like Drake and Kendrick Lamar. 21 Savage opens up about his journey, his regrets, his dreams, and the importance of talent over image in shaping long-term success. The conversation is a raw, introspective look at survival, growth, and the responsibility artists carry as leaders of the culture. Tune in and join the conversation in the socials below. Rate, subscribe, comment and share. Follow Perspektives With Bank on IG @perspektiveswithbank @21SavageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Which artist rules the bars of America—Morgan Wallen, Drake, or someone you'd never expect?” That's the question that sparks a laugh-filled deep dive on today's Ben and Skin Show, featuring Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray.This episode is a wild ride through music, pop culture, and pure comedy as KT breaks down the most-played male and female artists on TouchTunes across U.S. bars. From Morgan Wallen and Luke Combs to Kendrick Lamar and Post Malone, the crew debates why Jelly Roll “sucks” (but seems like a nice guy) and why Ella Langley needs a better name.
MUSICA new Courtney Love documentary, Antiheroine, will premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, which is set for January 22nd through February 1st in Park City, Utah. https://festival.sundance.org/program/film/6932fb761a55354cab91b505 Deftones are helping out a soccer team in their hometown of Sacramento, California.The band is sponsoring Street Soccer USA's Los Jaguares team, which is a team of team of 11–14-year-old boys and girls from the Oak Park neighborhood where Deftones got started.Deftones and GOAL Projects teamed up to design the team's official 2026 jerseys and a soccer ball, both of which can be purchased now at Shopdeftones.com. Proceeds from each jersey sold will go to Los Jaguares and Street Soccer USA, a nonprofit that serves over 75,000 players in 16 U.S. cities. James Cameron co-directed Billie Eilish's upcoming 3D concert film, "Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D)". Here's part of the trailer that takes us onstage and backstage. Jelly Roll just fulfilled a lifelong dream. Yesterday, Craig Morgan invited him to join the Grand Ole Opry. And it all happened on "The Joe Rogan Experience". Joe played Jelly a clip from one of his past Opry performances. Jelly called it "the most special night of my life." He talked about how Craig's song "Almost Home" helped him while he was in jail. TVRIP: Jeff Garcia, the comedic actor, who is best known for voicing the Jimmy Neutron character Sheen passed away at the age of 50. An official cause of death was not yet made public. https://www.tmz.com/2025/12/10/jeff-garcia-dead-comedian/ Icon and legend Diana Ross has been confirmed as the headliner for Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026 in Times Square! https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/diana-ross-perform-dick-clarks-new-years-rockin-eve-2026-1236133111/ MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:HBO Max made a documentary called "Happy and You Know It" about the popularity of annoying kids' music. It includes several children's artists like the Wiggles, and as you'll hear in this part of the trailer, the guy who made the original "Baby Shark" video is still upset at Pinkfong making a massive hit out of it.Andy Dick suffered an apparent overdose Tuesday, in broad daylight outside a building in Hollywood. Someone administered Narcan, and Andy didn't need to go to the hospital. He says he's okay. https://www.tmz.com/2025/12/09/andy-dick-suffers-apparent-overdose/ Jack Nicholson had an interesting way with stalkers. At least one particular stalker. One FEMALE stalker. Ben Dreyfus is the son of "Jaws" star Richard Dreyfus and a woman named Jeramie Rain. Jeramie dated Nicholson in the early 80s. And Ben told a crazy story that happened when they were together. https://x.com/bendreyfuss/status/1993502358551380205 AND FINALLY Billboard released their 2025 Year End charts. https://www.billboard.com/charts/year-end/ Hot 100 Songs:1. "Die with a Smile", Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars2. "Luther", Kendrick Lamar and SZA3. "A Bar Song (Tipsy)", Shaboozey Billboard 200 Albums:1. "The Life of a Showgirl", Taylor Swift2. "I'm the Problem", Morgan Wallen3. "SOS", SZA Top Artists:1. Morgan Wallen (More on him here.)2. Kendrick Lamar3. Taylor Swift Top Female Artists:1. Taylor Swift2. Sabrina Carpenter3. SZA Top Male Artists:1. Morgan Wallen2. Kendrick Lamar3. Drake This is the worst Country Song of the year: See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Podcast pioneer & rapper Joe Budden joins the boys to discuss Diddy getting sentenced to 4 years in jail, why Drake lost to Kendrick, brutally honest thoughts on IShowSpeed & Adin Ross, admits why he loves str*p clubs & OnlyF*ns
It's been an unprecedented year in fashion. 16 designers rebooted 15 labels in September causing one of the biggest shakeups in fashion history, Labubus took over the world, and Kendrick Lamar's Celine flared jeans stirred up the discourse.Today on the show, we invited Virginia Smith, Vogue's Global Head of Fashion Network, and Laia Garcia-Furtado, Senior Fashion News Editor at Vogue Runway, to break down all the biggest moments from a massive year in fashion.“Awar closing the Chanel show was my fashion moment of the year because it encapsulated so many great things,” Smith said. “It was really something I have not witnessed very many times in my very long career of attending shows.”Another major collection was Dario Vitale's debut at Versace. Vitale was our reader's 3rd favorite designer of the year, after Blazy at Chanel and Jonathan Anderson at Dior. “Immediately I saw the show and thought, “this is how I want to dress.” said Garcia-Furtado. “As soon as the show ended, I went on The RealReal and bought a pair of Versus jeans within minutes.”Plus, tune in to hear what our editors are looking forward to in 2026.The Run-Through with Vogue is your go-to podcast where fashion meets culture. Hosted by Chloe Malle, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue U.S.; Chioma Nnadi, Head of British Vogue; and Nicole Phelps, Director of Vogue Runway, each episode features the latest fashion news and exclusive designer and celebrity interviews. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Quake discusses 6IX9INE receiving 3 months in prison sentence, Diddy's mom Janice Combs responds to 50 Cent's Diddy documentary, 50 Cent says the producer of Skillhouse movie sullied his reputation, Pusha T saying diss tracks are “dead” to him, Sounwave revealing Kendrick Lamar started ‘GNX' right after ‘Mr. Morale', The Game's fans thinking he is dissing Kendrick Lamar on new mixtape and much more.(00:00) - Intro(04:18) - 6IX9INE Receives 3 Months Prison Sentence For Probation Violation(15:39) - Diddy's Mom Janice Combs Responds to 50 Cent's Diddy Documentary(21:41) - Diddy Allegedly Recorded Conversation With Case Lawyer Without Permission(24:33) - 50 Cent Alleges Producer Of Skillhouse Movie Sullied His Reputation(28:00) - Pusha T Says Diss Tracks Are “Dead” To Him(34:38) - Sounwave Reveals Kendrick Lamar Started ‘GNX' Right After ‘Mr. Morale'(42:35) - The Game Fans Think He Is Dissing Kendrick Lamar On New Mixtape(45:32) - New Music(46:01) - Album Sales
Interview Date: August 10th, 2025 Episode Summary:In this powerful and uplifting episode, we sit down with Aubrey Fisher — dancer, recording artist, and creative powerhouse — who went from teaching himself choreography in his living room to sharing stages with Jason Derulo, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, DaBaby, and Tyga.Aubrey opens up about his unique path into the entertainment industry, revealing how he went from a college basketball player to one of the most recognizable names in commercial dance. Raised by a musical family, including his mother Angie Fisher, a Grammy-nominated vocalist, Aubrey shares how faith, discipline, and divine timing shaped his evolution as both a performer and a person.He takes listeners behind the curtain of tour life — from the long rehearsals and creative highs to the loneliness and grind that come with chasing big dreams. Aubrey also discusses how he transitioned from dance into music, using his platform to inspire and connect through storytelling, vulnerability, and sound.Throughout the episode, Aubrey drops gems on consistency, humility, networking, and staying grounded, while encouraging the next generation of dancers to embrace their individuality and to never give up, even when the path isn't linear.This episode is perfect for dancers, aspiring choreographers, and creatives who dream of turning passion into purpose — and proof that you don't need a traditional background to make it to the topShownotes: (0:00) – Welcome & intro to Aubrey Fisher's journey(9:30) – Growing up dancing & balancing basketball dreams(11:56) – First dance class at Millennium Dance Complex(15:01) – Creating videos & finding confidence through content(18:37) – From 2017 videos to viral success(20:43) – Influence of Grammy-nominated mom, Angie Fisher(23:26) – Joining Jason Derulo's tour & worldwide travel(27:14) – Tour life highs, lows & mental balance(35:04) – Industry lessons: business, ethics & awareness(1:29:49) – Final advice: stay humble, authentic & resilientBiography:Aubrey is known for his phenomenal dance skills and captivating stage presence, but now he's taking the music world by storm. A rising star creating his own lane with a sound of music, singer, songwriter and professional dancer. Aubrey is a recording artist from Pasadena, California. At a young age, Aubrey was very much surrounded by music and entertainment by his Mother "Angie Fisher". A Grammy nominated singer who performed background vocals for Michael Jackson, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Lopez, Missy Elliott, Keisha Cole, Jamie Foxx, Michael Bublé and many more. Aubrey played basketball in college for one year to later quit to pursue his career as a professional dancer at the age of 19. Aubrey has made a remarkable fan base on social media and has accomplished many success in the dance industry and worked on jobs like Super Bowl, Samsung, Toyota Corolla commercial, Pacsun, Celsius, and many more. Aubrey has also worked with artists like Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Dababy, Travis Scott, Jason Derulo and more. After a few years of working in the industry Aubrey has decided to build his career in music and says he wants to be the next “superstar”. Aubrey believes that he can make a huge impact in music starting off as an independent artist. Aubrey is an r&b, pop and hip-hop powerhouse vocalist and loves to create music for people to feel alive, happy, soulful and energetic. Aubrey is very versatile and loves to explore different styles of music, not only for himself but for the listeners as well.Connect on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_aubreyfisher/
Episode 96: Terrace Martin joins me for one of the deepest conversations we have ever had about musicianship, professionalism, creativity, community, and what it truly takes to build a lasting career in music. We break down the do's and don'ts every musician needs to know. Showing up early, respecting the room, keeping the gig, getting hired, reading the temperature, avoiding the gigging mentality, how to negotiate, emotional maturity, and how to think long term in an industry that can appear to reward short term wins. We also dive into the people who shaped Terrace and his main collaborators: Snoop Dogg. Kendrick Lamar. Herbie Hancock. Kamasi Washington. Thundercat. Robert Glasper. and more. Terrace shares stories from his early days with Snoop, his evolution with Kendrick through Section.80, good kid, m.A.A.d city, To Pimp a Butterfly, DAMN., and the collaborations that changed him forever. We go deep on Herbie Hancock. His mentorship. His spiritual guidance. His approach to curiosity, humility, listening, and paying attention to the moment. Terrace talks about the conversations that shifted his life and the principles he carries into every studio session. We talk mentorship, jazz, hip hop, emotional intelligence, studio culture, the art of listening, vulnerability, protecting your spirit, community, and what it means to serve the music first. This episode is a masterclass for musicians, producers, artists, and anyone who wants to grow. We hope you enjoy it. Lets go! Go with Elmo Lovano' is a weekly podcast where Elmo interviews creatives and entrepreneurs in music on HOW they push forward every day, got where they are in their careers, manage their personal lives, and share lessons learned and their most important insights. Please SUBSCRIBE / FOLLOW this podcast to catch new episodes as soon as they drop! Your likes, comments and shares are much appreciated! Become a Patreon Member to stay in the loop as we post Patreon-only exclusive content, Zoom hangs, invite only events, and discussions about music and music careers. https://www.patreon.com/gowithelmo Listen to the audio form of this podcast wherever you get your podcasts: https://elmolovano.komi.io/ Follow Terrace: https://www.instagram.com/terracemartin/ Follow Go With Elmo: https://www.instagram.com/gowithelmo/ https://www.tiktok.com/@gowithelmo https://x.com/gowithelmopod Follow Elmo Lovano: https://Instagram.com/elmolovano https://x.com/elmolovano Follow Jammcard: https://www.youtube.com/@jammcard https://www.instagram.com/jammcard/ jammcard.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Snappy holidays, y'all! The snarky Santas of “How We Heard It” have been making a list of what the biggest names in modern music should get for their behavior this year. We're not talking about golf clubs and spa days. Instead, these are intangible gifts the artists need, even if they don't realize it. Your hosts bounce from sarcasm to sincerity as they distribute their tidings on naughty and nice performers from across genres and age groups, including young pop stars like Benson Boone and Olivia Rodrigo, country artists such as Morgan Wallen and Jason Aldean, and old rockers like Mick Jagger and Jimmy Page. Find out what your hosts would give Beyonce, The Weeknd, Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, Rihanna, Bad Bunny, Madonna, Justin Timberlake, Nickelback and more. Yes, Nickelback. They haven't been THAT bad, have they?
Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2wrrPGN7IGErOE5O9ggaHQ?si=L-1q2ktdTCKpXo6_dhpvpQLinktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K Dive into THE NOTORIOUS MASS EFFECT EPISODE 155 with analytic dreamz as we break down the freshly revealed 2026 GRAMMY nominations—Kendrick Lamar leads with 9 nods, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut at 7 each, alongside Sabrina Carpenter, Bad Bunny, and more—plus the stacked 2025 THE GAME AWARDS nominees where Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 dominates with a record 12, including Game of the Year alongside Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Yōtei. In music, Summer Walker drops her third album Finally Over It, NF unleashes the intense FEAR EP, Drake ramps up hype with Iceman episodes teasing his next project, and Lil Uzi Vert goes independent via Roc Nation Distribution with new tracks like "Chanel Boy." Industry buzz hits hard: Valve unveils the new Steam Machine console for Q1 2026, packing six times the Steam Deck's power with AMD hardware. Gaming deep dive covers Dispatch's superhero dispatch chaos, ARC Raiders' extraction thrills on a machine-ruled Earth, Invincible VS closed alpha with brutal 3v3 tag fights, Where Winds Meet's Wuxia open-world mastery, Monopoly GO!'s ongoing mobile dominance with a Harry Potter collab, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment's musou Zelda prequel, and Black Ops 7's co-op campaign launch. Drama alert: NLE Choppa escalates vs NBA YoungBoy with "KO" and "Hello Revenge" diss tracks amid years-long tension, while Rod Wave faces arrests on assault, gun, and drug charges in Georgia. analytic dreamz delivers unfiltered analysis on music, industry shifts, gaming releases, and rap beefs—subscribe now for the full Ad-Free episode! MusicSummer WalkerDrake IcemanNFUzi Roc Nation Industry NewsGRAMMY 2026 NOMINATIONS THE GAME AWARDS 2025VALVE REVEALS STEAM MACHINE GamingDISPATCHARC RAIDERSINVINCIBLE VS CLOSED APLHA (NME+ SHORTENED)WHERE WINDS MEETMONOPOLY GO! MOBILE GAMEHYRULE WARRIORS AGE OF IMPRISONMENT/BLACKOPS 7 DramaNLE Choppa Vs NBA YoungboyRod Wave Arrested Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
MUSICApple Music released its year-end data, and 2025 was good to Kendrick Lamar. He and SZA had the top song of the year in the U.S., with "Luther". Morgan Wallen had a good year, too. We discuss the the Top 10:On the Global chart, the #1 song was "APT." by ROSE and Bruno Mars. "Luther" came in second. Even though Kendrick had a great year, he did NOT accomplish his main goal, which was to END DRAKE. He was Apple's most-streamed artist GLOBALLY in 2025. Willie Nelson is tired of the internet trying to kill him off . . . and he finally said so in the most Willie way possible. https://www.whiskeyriff.com/2025/12/01/willie-nelson-sounds-off-on-the-endless-amount-of-ai-slop-about-him-if-you-believe-those-death-stories-one-more-time/ Think you can dodge Wham! this holiday season? Think again. Whamageddon is the ultimate holiday survival game. The challenge? Make it till Christmas Eve without hearing Wham!'s “Last Christmas.” Sounds easy, right? Nope. This song is everywhere, from here on the radio to shops to the dentist's office. The rules are simple: if you hear the original 1984 version of the song, you're out and have to post your fail to #Whamageddon. But covers and remixes? Totally safe. The song is hard to escape … So, be careful out there. And good luck! https://www.aol.com/articles/think-beat-whamageddon-dodge-one-205519330.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly9zdGF0aWNzLnRlYW1zLmNkbi5vZmZpY2UubmV0Lw&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAE4LKFNU0obfYftLM3HS0I3IXT_4AMPdBHCN-dMHo1M-dws6Qq0VHTcF4fc2qyJdxXb02DCE_XrcWpU8FOGBgHrgBwDq-gfmY3loC0GtJOf9JCAIbMJrXuLpwLMz2lUYMDjtFC5REf3ACTxe5qsAYFGl2jfiv__btgFG-1mFXoNi TVThe Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting: The famous tree will be lit tonight during Christmas in Rockefeller Center, a two-hour special airing live from New York City on NBC and simulcast on Peacock. Reba McEntire is hosting the event, which includes performances by Marc Anthony, Halle Bailey, Michael Bublé, Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, New Edition, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Gwen Stefani, and the Radio City Rockettes. The tree will remain on display until mid-January 2026. "Full House" star Dave Coulier is going through another health battle. He beat Stage 3 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma seven months ago, and in October, doctors found TONGUE cancer during a routine scan. Dave shared the news on "Today" yesterday. Quote, "It turned out that I have P16 squamous carcinoma at the base of my tongue. I said to the doctors, 'Well, did this happen because of the lymphoma?' And they said, 'Totally unrelated.'" https://www.today.com/health/news/dave-coulier-tongue-cancer-rcna245598 "Stranger Things 5" had the second-biggest premiere of any Netflix original series. https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/stranger-things-5-premiere-week-ratings-netflix-1236438569/ David Letterman will interview Michael B. Jordan, Mr. Beast, and Jason Bateman on the new season of "My Next Guest Needs No Introduction". https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/letterman-netflix-guests-michael-b-jordan-mrbeast-jason-bateman-1236439487/ MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS: If you keep up with Quentin Tarantino, you probably already know his deep love for "Toy Story 3". So it'll come as no surprise to see it on his list of the Top 20 Movies of the 21st Century. Tarantino set only one rule for himself: Only one film per director. Chuck Norris, at 85 years old, is still focused on fitness and recently posted a workout update on Instagram. https://www.cinemablend.com/television/chuck-norris-at-85-workout-update-didnt-know-i-needed AND FINALLYHate her or love her, you can't deny that Kim Kardashian knows a thing or two about business. That's why she has her own MasterClass launching tomorrow. https://www.tmz.com/2025/12/02/kim-kardashian-masterclass-business-ten-kimmandments/There's a sneak peek online that includes what she calls her Ten Kimmandments to building your brand and business.AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Support #Millennial! The holiday season is here and so is our best offer at https://Patreon.com/millennial! Sign up for an annual membership and receive 20% off your subscription, guaranteeing perks through 2026! Visit our merch store: https://shop.millennialshow.com Follow the show in your favorite podcast app and leave us a review! This week we're kicking things off with the latest chaos in the news: Costco is suing the Trump administration over tariffs, and why your relatives may be adjusting their spending limits this holiday season. Then we dive into the year-defining weirdness of 2025, starting with the rise of “6-7,” the phrase so big it reached Andrew's young nephews and somehow became Dictionary.com's Word of the Year (wtf). We look at whether millennials ever had any comparable internet-inspired brain rot, then broaden out to the phrases, moments, and cultural oddities that shaped 2025. We're crashing out over all the new slang that we don't understand, but we're "letting them" enjoy this 6-7 trend. Shoutout to the viral moments that made 2025, like cheaters being exposed at a Coldplay concert, America losing TikTok for half a day, and Kendrick Lamar obliterating Drake at the Super Bowl. We also revisit the Epstein Files, our favorite cities that trolled ICE this year, Dick Cheney's non-mourned death, tariffs on literal penguins, and the recent Louvre robbery fiasco. 2025 may have felt like it was 300 years long, but all this and more was jam-packed into just 365 days. Pam mentioned listening back to our episode on Jimmy Kimmel and the FCC - here it is (Episode 11x35)! This week's recommendations: 'Heated Rivalry' on HBO Max (Andrew), the Consumer Class Action Lawsuit Database (Laura), and exploring privately owned public spaces (POPS) in your city (Pam). And in this week's installment of After Dark: Andrew has a Bumble BFF gossip update, and we're talking about people crawling out of the woodwork for favors and why 2026 is all about embracing being a “villager.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dive into THE NOTORIOUS MASS EFFECT EPISODE 155 with analytic dreamz as we break down the freshly revealed 2026 GRAMMY nominations—Kendrick Lamar leads with 9 nods, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut at 7 each, alongside Sabrina Carpenter, Bad Bunny, and more—plus the stacked 2025 THE GAME AWARDS nominees where Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 dominates with a record 12, including Game of the Year alongside Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Yōtei. In music, Summer Walker drops her third album Finally Over It, NF unleashes the intense FEAR EP, Drake ramps up hype with Iceman episodes teasing his next project, and Lil Uzi Vert goes independent via Roc Nation Distribution with new tracks like "Chanel Boy." Industry buzz hits hard: Valve unveils the new Steam Machine console for Q1 2026, packing six times the Steam Deck's power with AMD hardware. Gaming deep dive covers Dispatch's superhero dispatch chaos, ARC Raiders' extraction thrills on a machine-ruled Earth, Invincible VS closed alpha with brutal 3v3 tag fights, Where Winds Meet's Wuxia open-world mastery, Monopoly GO!'s ongoing mobile dominance with a Harry Potter collab, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment's musou Zelda prequel, and Black Ops 7's co-op campaign launch. Drama alert: NLE Choppa escalates vs NBA YoungBoy with "KO" and "Hello Revenge" diss tracks amid years-long tension, while Rod Wave faces arrests on assault, gun, and drug charges in Georgia. analytic dreamz delivers unfiltered analysis on music, industry shifts, gaming releases, and rap beefs—subscribe now for the full Ad-Free episode! MusicSummer WalkerDrake IcemanNFUzi Roc Nation Industry NewsGRAMMY 2026 NOMINATIONS THE GAME AWARDS 2025VALVE REVEALS STEAM MACHINE GamingDISPATCHARC RAIDERSINVINCIBLE VS CLOSED APLHA (NME+ SHORTENED)WHERE WINDS MEETMONOPOLY GO! MOBILE GAMEHYRULE WARRIORS AGE OF IMPRISONMENT/BLACKOPS 7 DramaNLE Choppa Vs NBA YoungboyRod Wave Arrested Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Dive into THE NOTORIOUS MASS EFFECT EPISODE 155 with analytic dreamz as we break down the freshly revealed 2026 GRAMMY nominations—Kendrick Lamar leads with 9 nods, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut at 7 each, alongside Sabrina Carpenter, Bad Bunny, and more—plus the stacked 2025 THE GAME AWARDS nominees where Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 dominates with a record 12, including Game of the Year alongside Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Yōtei. In music, Summer Walker drops her third album Finally Over It, NF unleashes the intense FEAR EP, Drake ramps up hype with Iceman episodes teasing his next project, and Lil Uzi Vert goes independent via Roc Nation Distribution with new tracks like "Chanel Boy." Industry buzz hits hard: Valve unveils the new Steam Machine console for Q1 2026, packing six times the Steam Deck's power with AMD hardware. Gaming deep dive covers Dispatch's superhero dispatch chaos, ARC Raiders' extraction thrills on a machine-ruled Earth, Invincible VS closed alpha with brutal 3v3 tag fights, Where Winds Meet's Wuxia open-world mastery, Monopoly GO!'s ongoing mobile dominance with a Harry Potter collab, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment's musou Zelda prequel, and Black Ops 7's co-op campaign launch. Drama alert: NLE Choppa escalates vs NBA YoungBoy with "KO" and "Hello Revenge" diss tracks amid years-long tension, while Rod Wave faces arrests on assault, gun, and drug charges in Georgia. analytic dreamz delivers unfiltered analysis on music, industry shifts, gaming releases, and rap beefs—subscribe now for the full Ad-Free episode! MusicSummer WalkerDrake IcemanNFUzi Roc Nation Industry NewsGRAMMY 2026 NOMINATIONS THE GAME AWARDS 2025VALVE REVEALS STEAM MACHINE GamingDISPATCHARC RAIDERSINVINCIBLE VS CLOSED APLHA (NME+ SHORTENED)WHERE WINDS MEETMONOPOLY GO! MOBILE GAMEHYRULE WARRIORS AGE OF IMPRISONMENT/BLACKOPS 7 DramaNLE Choppa Vs NBA YoungboyRod Wave Arrested Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Travel back to the 1930s as this episode of Watchmen rewrites the story of Hooded Justice, and it may just be the best retcon in history. We discuss the filmmaking on display, the changes to canon and what they mean and then we have a fierce argument about the geopolitical realities of the 1980s vis a vis the Cold War and threat of nuclear annihilation. Before that: Why Aaron Paul quit Invincible. Marty Supreme. Life in North Carolina. Kendrick Lamar's movie. Apt Pupil. And much more! If you don't care about any of this, skip to 55:50.Listen to our four hour extravaganza about The Last Jedi, available on the Patreon to those at the $7 and above levels. It's a real discussion, no culture war BS and no acrimony towards those who don't like it! Want to show the world you support this weird podcast? Check out our supply of merch that is mostly made up of in-jokes for Derek. Click here!Spread the word! Tell your friends about us! And go to our YouTube channel and subscribe to our video feed!
Episode 294 – 35 and UnderFirst, lookout for #OFFTHEDOME:Which social media platform was the best at its peak — Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram?And what words have you officially “aged out” of using?Topics Discussed:• 50 Cent producing a Diddy docuseries• The Game calls current Hip-Hop “trash”• Nas & DJ Premier gearing up for a new album• Drake's Iceman album on the way• Complex's Top 35 Albums of the Millennium• And morePlease enjoy on all major platforms and OverSatThePod.com.Comment, rate, and subscribe.
Episode 294 – 35 and UnderFirst, lookout for #OFFTHEDOME:Which social media platform was the best at its peak — Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram?And what words have you officially “aged out” of using?Topics Discussed:• 50 Cent producing a Diddy docuseries• The Game calls current Hip-Hop “trash”• Nas & DJ Premier gearing up for a new album• Drake's Iceman album on the way• Complex's Top 35 Albums of the Millennium• And morePlease enjoy on all major platforms and OverSatThePod.com.Comment, rate, and subscribe.
Canadian singer-songwriter Chantal Kreviazuk is known for her distinct voice and gift for writing songs rooted in honesty and vulnerability. It's a talent that's earned her a Grammy and multiple Junos. But you might not know that beyond her career as a successful solo artist, Chantal has also penned songs for some of the biggest artists working today, including Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Gwen Stefani and Kelly Clarkson. Now, she's reimagining those songs on her new cover album, “In My Own Voice.” Chantal joins Tom Power at the piano in our studio to talk about the hits that made her a star in Canada, and why she wanted to reclaim some of the songs she's written for others.
Who knew the story behind hip-hop's biggest tragedy would also ignite one of the most memorable moments in the genre?This month on ThrowBLKs, we're hitting the time machine to revisit a highly competitive era as two emcees begin their legendary careers as egos clash throughout the city. Hear how Nas' game-changing debut "Illmatic" influenced another 1994 rap classic, leading Ghostface and Raekwon to call out The Notorious B.I.G. -- the incomparable rookie that was very close to another rising talent in Brooklyn named Jay-Z. As years pass, Jay-Z and Nas both become involved in the controversial beef with B.I.G. and 2Pac, both receiving individual disses from the two legends. Unfortunately, tensions lead to deaths that left a very empty throne for the taking. Rap fans witnessed many years of sneak disses and competitive jabs between Nas and Jay-Z, setting a slow burn for the release of two albums that changed both artists' careers: 'The Blueprint' and 'Stillmatic'.Hear our track-by-track relisten of both albums to share why their showdown still runs conversations today, including our favorite moments between the projects, a retrace of how the battle was viewed within New York City and the parallel's between 2024's clash between Kendrick Lamar and Drake.
This week on Deux/U, Deux is talking about the hottest topics of the week, including: Brittany Broski + Chris Martin Tate McRae + Jack Hughes Nina Dobrev Texts + Voicemails: Kim Kardashian + Food God, Kendrick Lamar, Justin Herbert + Madison Beer, Pharrell Williams, Ethan Slater + Ariana Grande, Chase Stokes Live calls: Riley Green, Zach Bryan To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Clipse's Let God Sort 'Em Out is Dissect's pick for Best Rap Album of 2025. In this episode, we break down 10 of the most mind-blowing bars from the project, line by line, decoding the layers of wordplay, cultural references, and religious symbolism that make this album so lyrically dense.
From Rakim to Kendrick Lamar, this is the story of hip-hop's obsession with numbers. Dissect's Cole Cuchna breaks down the evolution of “number bars” - a lyrical tradition where rappers use math, numeric sequences, and wordplay to showcase technical skill and encode hidden meaning. Beginning with Rakim's groundbreaking verse on “My Melody” (1986) - a quatrain built around groups of seven that secretly mirrors his own 21-letter name - we trace how MCs have used numbers as both a mathematical signature and a symbolic device for decades. From Melle Mel's divine 7-count in “Superrappin” to Jay-Z's “22 Twos”, Biggie's “Ten Crack Commandments,” and Mos Def's “Mathematics,” numbers became an essential part of hip hop tradition and lyricism. By the 2000s, artists like Lupe Fiasco, J. Cole, JID, Vince Staples, and Kendrick Lamar transformed number schemes into complex storytelling tools. We unpack everything from Lupe's hidden 3–2–1 countdown on Kanye West's “Touch the Sky” to Kendrick's quantum-level equations on “Nosetalgia.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This Week on New Rory & Mal, Kendrick Lamar will probably sweep the Grammy's, Kim Kardashain fails the Bar Exam so we try to take it ourselves, and Jhene Aiko addresses the rumors that her and Big Sean have called it quits #volume All lines provided by hardrock.betSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.