Best The Wiz Report Podcasts (2025)

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Pitchfork's Top 100 Hip-Hop Albums: Rage Bait or Right? 2:34:25

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"Who tf is JJ Fad?" The internet broke when Pitchfork dropped their Top 100 Hip-Hop Albums list - and we have THOUGHTS. This week on The Record Report, we dissect one of the most controversial music ranking lists in recent memory. From Snoop Dogg's "Doggystyle" placement sparking outrage to the glaring Southern hip-hop representation issues, we bre…

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Taylor Allderdice: Wiz Khalifa's High School Homecoming 1:48:38

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Recording in 2021 After the success of his debut album, Rolling Papers, Wiz Khalifa became a full superstar, moved to LA and married Amber Rose. This led many of his original fans "Taylors" to think that the Pop sounds of Rolling Papers was his new sound and he was no longer making the music that won them over. Taylor Allederdice proved them wrong.…

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Friday Night Smoke Session with The Hooligans & Hip Hop News 2:02:33

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URBAN HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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Straight from the Heart: Creating a Timeless Classic with Patrice Rushen 1:34:01

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Dive into the world of Patrice Rushen as we choose our top three tracks from her legendary album, Straight From the Heart. In this episode, we delve into the art of sampling older tracks, uncover hidden Easter eggs within the project, and discuss the experience of listening to music in the modern era. Join us for a captivating conversation that ble…

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Music Monday with Hip Hop News, Upcoming Events, Flee Lord & Eto and Clipse New Albums Review 2:00:25

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HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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B-Sides: Best Albums of the Year (So Far) 55:51

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Welcome back for another B Sides episode of The Record Report, we’re diving into the standout albums of 2025 so far — from the ones that lived up to the hype to the underrated releases that surprised us. We talk about sounds, themes, and the artists shaping the year in music. We also take time to unpack the ongoing drama surrounding Nicki Minaj onl…

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Washington Wizards Summer League PREVIEW ft. Ben Strober of Locked On Wizards 19:06

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Get ready for Washington Wizards Summer League action! In this episode, I’m joined by Locked On Wizards host Ben Strober to preview what to expect from the Wizards’ young core in Las Vegas. We break down key players like Tre Johnson and Bub Carrington, and more — plus, which prospects could make the biggest impact? Don’t miss our full analysis of t…

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Cam Whitmore TRADED to Wizards! What This Means for Washington | 3-Minute Breakdown 3:59

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Cam Whitmore has officially been traded from the Houston Rockets to the Washington Wizards in a surprising offseason move. In this 3-minute breakdown, we dive into what this trade means for the Wizards, how Whitmore fits into Washington's rebuild and how this impacts the Wizards interest in Jonathan Kuminga.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subs…

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THE RYDE ALONG - New Music Mondays with Info & Friends ft- SNS Icy Gang Media Day Q&A Album Release 2:00:43

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NYC HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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Washington Wizards EYEING Jonathan Kuminga | Exploring the MASSIVE Trade Rumor 3:29

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Is Jonathan Kuminga on the move? Rumors are HEATING UP around a potential sign-and-trade deal that could send the Warriors’ young star to the Washington Wizards. In this quick 3-minute breakdown, we dive into: • Why Kuminga might be on the trade block • What the Wizards could offer in a sign-and-trade • How this deal impacts both franchises moving …

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There's a Riot Goin' On: Sly Stone’s Beautiful Chaos 59:17

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This week on The Record Report, we went down the rabbit hole with one of the most confounding and iconic albums of the ’70s: There's a Riot Goin' On by Sly and the Family Stone. It’s messy, it’s brilliant, it’s frustrating, but it might just be a masterpiece. We each picked our top 3 tracks that stood out to us and discussed what makes this album s…

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Wizards DRAFT REACTION: The Good, The Bad, and The FUTURE | Wiz Talk with Chase 9:08

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The Washington Wizards just made their biggest moves of the rebuild in the 2025 NBA Draft!In this video, we break down every Wizards draft pick, give analysis on fit and future potential, and evaluate how these selections shape the team's direction moving forward.From top lottery picks to second-round sleepers, find out if Washington is finally bui…

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Washington Wizards FULL DRAFT PREVIEW + Jordan Poole Trade Reaction 20:44

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As the Wizards are just hours away from the NBA draft, Chase Coburn is joined by die hard Wizards fan and youth analyst Matthew Heiserman to discuss possible options for Washington at sixth overall. Additionally, Chase breaks down the recent trade that sent Jordan Poole and Saddiq to the New Orleans Pelicans for CJ McCollum and others. View Chase’s…

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Could the Wizards Land a THIRD First Round Pick?! 7:32

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With the Wizards just days away from the NBA Draft, what are some trades they could explore that could allow to boast its draft asset pool in 2025? Chase searched through two plausible options. All about Chase: sites.google.com/view/chasessportsnews/home?authuser=0 View Chase's Interview with Mike Greenberg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xn3MpDXX…

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Rewriting Corporate Culture: How Chili Piper Scales with Humans, AI Agents, and Radical Decision-Making w/ Alina Vandenberghe, Co-Founder at Chili Piper 49:07

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Send us a text What happens when an engineer-turned-entrepreneur brings B2C energy to B2B enterprise software and a borderline obsession with fixing broken meetings? You get Alina Vandenberghe—co-founder and Co-CEO of Chili Piper, the woman who turned scheduling software into a billion-dollar empire while managing teams across 38 countries (and som…

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Breaking Down the Wizards Options at Sixth Overall | Wiz Talk with Chase 16:24

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With the NBA Draft less than two weeks away, Chase Coburn breaks down five candidates that the Wizards could take at sixth overall without trading up and scouting report and pro comparison for all five players. View Chase's Interview with Mike Greenberg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xn3MpDXXuzkWiz Talk with Chase: podcasters.spotify.com/chase085…

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Hell Hath No Fury: The Clipse's Underrated Masterpiece 1:30:51

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hmad and Vance take you deep into one of hip-hop's most criminally overlooked albums: Clipse's "Hell Hath No Fury." This isn't just another album review – it's an exploration of how raw talent, label frustrations, and the Neptunes' otherworldly production created a masterpiece that still influences rap today. The Art of Contrast: How Pusha T and No…

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Friday Night Smoke Session with Mike Ice & Artist KP+ 90s Underground Hip Hop Mix. 2:00:13

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NYC HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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It’s Not Just Strategy: Emotional Labor and the Need for Community in Comms with Gabrielle Ferree, Founder at Off the Record 51:45

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Send us a text What happens when comms pros finally take their own advice—and build platforms for themselves? In this episode of Under Embargo, we sit down with Gabrielle Ferree—former VP of Global Comms at Bumble, Slack, and Salesforce—who's stepping off the corporate ladder to launch Off the Record, a new coaching and community space for comms pr…

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B-Sides: Diddy, Tory Lanez, Streaming University & the creating a Culture of Accountability 1:01:47

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In this B-Sides episode of The Record Report Podcast, hosts Ahmad and Vance dive into the latest headlines shaping hip-hop and entertainment culture. They unpack the legal drama surrounding Diddy and the Puff Trial, offer insights into Tory Lanez’s ongoing legal challenges, and explore how the rise of Streaming University is changing the game for m…

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New Music Monday with Wutang, Wiz Khalifa, Ken Carson & Millyz New album reviews + Hip Hop News 2:02:50

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HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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Latin Fusion with Latin Music News, Pick your Favorite Latin & Latin Trap Mix 2:00:48

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LATIN FUSION HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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AR is Not Pay-for-Play: 25 Years in Comms w/ Alyssa Stone, Leading Analyst Relations at Wiz 51:44

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Send us a text In this episode of Under Embargo, Becca and Parry sit down with one of the best-kept secrets in enterprise comms—Alyssa Stone, head of Analyst Relations at Wiz (the cybersecurity darling recently acquired by Google). With 25 years across SAP, Okta, and Ariba, Alyssa's seen it all—massive analyst tours, impossible PR expectations, and…

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Friday Night Smoke Session - Hip Hop News & WTF Report with OLD School Hip Hop Mix 2:02:24

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NYC HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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Authenticity Isn’t a Tactic, It’s the Whole Damn Strategy with Ashley Faus, Head of Lifecycle Marketing at Atlassian 56:43

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Send us a text This episode is equal parts spicy comms truth and high-functioning marketing chaos (with a little ADHD sparkle on top). We’re joined by Ashley Faus, Atlassian’s Head of Lifecycle Marketing and the author of Human-Centered Marketing: How to Connect with Audiences in the Age of AI. We cover a lot of ground — and none of it is snackable…

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The Legacy of Mystic Styles: A Three 6 Mafia Deep Dive 1:28:42

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In this episode, Vance and Ahmad dive deep into the 30th anniversary of Three 6 Mafia's debut album, Mystic Styles. They reflect on the album's significance, its influence on hip hop, and the personal connections they have with the music. The conversation explores the impact of horror films on the album's themes, the standout tracks featuring Gangs…

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Things Are About To Get Interesting in DC | #291 25:28

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In the 291st edition of Wiz Talk with Chase, Chase Coburn previews the Washington Wizards 2025 offseason, breaking down their asset pool, their two first round draft picks, players Washington could be trading away this summer, and the blueprint of how they should handle what should be another eventful free agency window for the rebuilding-Wiz. Wiz …

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Goodie Mob’s Soul Food: Spirit, Struggle & Southern Pride 1:08:57

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Goodie Mob. Organized Noise. CeeLo Green. Conscious lyrics. Emotional depth. Southern pride. In this new episode of The Record Report, Ahmad, Vance, and recurring guest Ryan sit down to explore Goodie Mob’s debut album Soul Food — a project that helped define Southern hip hop and shifted how the culture saw itself. Together, they dive into: The ico…

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Comms Shouldn’t Report to Marketing—Here’s Why with Roberto Munoz, CEO & Founder at Munoz Communications 48:33

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Send us a text The phrase “fractional comms leader” might sound like consulting fluff—but Roberto Muñoz is here to tell you it’s anything but. In this episode, Becca and Parry get real with Roberto about: — The rise of the fractional Chief Communications Officer — Why comms gets sidelined while marketing gets the glory — The C-suite’s collective mi…

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The Ryde Along - Friday Night Smoke Session A Conversation with The Hoolie Gang 1:59:57

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HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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Latin Fusion Wednesday with Latin Hip Hop News, Best Empanada Spot, Interview with Legacy from King Gambits 2:00:55

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LATIN HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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New Music Monday with Trakk Talk & Don Walker from Chicago Interview & music review 1:01:00

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HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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B-Sides : Mental Health, Music Legends & Streaming Shifts in Hip-Hop 51:40

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In this jam-packed episode of The Record Report, Ahmad and Vance dive into the intersection of music, mental health, controversy, and creativity. They take a critical look at Kanye West's long history of polarizing remarks, especially his anti-Semitic comments, and discuss the role of mental health and accountability in the music industry. The conv…

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PR for PR: The Meta Magic (and Madness) of Comms at Muck Rack with Linda Zebian, VP of Comms at Muck Rack 47:06

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Send us a text In this episode of Under Embargo, we’re joined by Linda Zebian, newly-minted VP of Communications at Muck Rack, for a conversation that’s equal parts insightful and unhinged—in the best way possible. Linda breaks down what it’s like to do PR for a PR tech company (spoiler: it’s very meta), how her time at The New York Times shaped he…

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Latin Fusion Wednesdays with Wave Tour Finale Recap, Genesis Valle Interview & Unity El Sniper 2:00:28

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LATIN FUSION & HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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The Ryde Along - Friday Night Smoke Session with The Crazy WTF Report & New Artist Interview with KP 2:00:43

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HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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Friday NIght Smoke Session - Info & The Hooligans + Hip Hop News, WTF Report, Q&A, new artist -Spotlight Breeze. 2:00:56

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HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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The 17-62 Wizards Might Just Have The Gold Among the Dross | #290 20:00

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In the 290th edition of Wiz Talk with Chase, Chase Coburn sits down to break down his Three Wizardy Notes and findings that he's seen when watching the Wizards over these past few weeks. And despite how ugly it sometimes gets, there are many reasons to smile, get excited and be passionate about the nation's capital basketball squad. Wiz Talk with C…

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Add a Zero: Bribes, Rankings, and the B2B Fame Game with Jeremy Boissinot, CEO of Favikon 51:16

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Send us a text What happens when you create the only legit LinkedIn influencer ranking platform in the world… and then make the algorithm public? You get bribe offers. Hate mail from millionaires. And a viral loop so strong it powers a 6-person startup with zero outbound sales. In this episode of Under Embargo, we sit down with Jeremy Boissinot, CE…

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New Music Monday with Hip Hop News & Morray, Nardo Wick, Playboi Carti, Tory Lanez, Jim Jones & Will Smith New Albums Review 2:01:57

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HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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Leading with Empathy: A Comms Imperative with Robin Daniels, CBO of Zensai 46:50

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Send us a text What is a Chief Business Officer, anyway? This week on Under Embargo, Parry and I sat down with Robin Daniels—Chief Business & Product Officer at Zensai—for a conversation that honestly left me thinking about everything from go-to-market strategy to workplace happiness to ethical leadership. (No big deal, right?) If you don’t know Ro…

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New Music Mondays with Hip Hop News, Lil Durk, Mac Miller, SZA, Roc Marciano & Alchemist new album review + VilleGod new artist music 2:01:17

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HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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N.E.R.D. Fly or Die: Pharrell, Chad, & Shay's Genre-Bending Impact on Hip-Hop & Rock 1:26:42

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In this episode of Other on the Record Report, we're breaking down N.E.R.D.'s iconic 2004 album Fly or Die, a genre-bending masterpiece that shook up the music scene. If you’re a fan of groundbreaking hip-hop, electrifying rock vibes, and smooth R&B grooves, you know this album is the ultimate fusion of it all. Pharrell, Chad Hugo, and Shay Haley p…

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Friday Night Smoke Session with Ya Girl Info & The Hooligans + Hip Hop WTF Report. 2:00:25

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HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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Crisis, Comms, and Cults—Oh My! with Chris Willis, CMO of Axios HQ 53:07

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Send us a text ✨ The Real Power of Strategic Comms: Chris Willis on "Under Embargo" The latest episode of Under Embargo was packed with gold. Chris Willis, CMO of Axios HQ, joined hosts Perry and Becca to talk about how strategic communications isn’t just a "nice-to-have"—it’s a business driver. Forget the corporate fluff. They dive into the real, …

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Introducing the 'Under Embargo' Podcast: No fluff, No F's Given 48:44

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Send us a text ### The Birth of "Under Embargo" Podcast: Cracking Through Industry Norms In the inaugural episode of the "Under Embargo" podcast, hosts Becca and Parry explore their motives and expectations in launching a platform that promises to dissect, analyze, and potentially disrupt the communications industry. Their dialogue unfolds as a can…

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Why 'Black On Both Sides' by Yasiin Bey (Mos Def) Still Resonates with the Culture 1:33:27

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In this episode of Other on the Record Report, we dive deep into Mos Def’s groundbreaking 1999 album Black on Both Sides. As Yasiin Bey’s solo debut, this album was a game-changer in the hip-hop world, blending conscious lyricism with jazz, soul, and raw, authentic storytelling. From the powerful opener "Fear Not of Man" to the iconic “Ms. Fat Boot…

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New Music Monday with Hip Hop News, EST Gee, WestSide Gunn, Drake & Roddy Ricch New Album Reviews. 2:00:42

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HIP HOP TALK SHOW @therydealongBy The Ryde Along

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Crunk Juice: The Success & Legacy of Lil Jon & The Eastside Boyz' Final Album 2:31:37

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In this episode of the Record Report Podcast, we dive deep into the legacy of Crunk Juice, the iconic album by Lil Jon & The Eastside Boyz that changed the landscape of Southern hip-hop and marked their final studio release. Joining us to discuss its impact is the brilliant Kristina, aka @Waxfroetic on Instagram. Kristina takes us through the cultu…

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Washington Post Wizards Beat Reporter Varun Shankar Shares His Thoughts on the Wizards Trade Deadline | #289 32:37

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In the 289th edition of Wiz Talk with Chase, Chase Coburn sits down with Washington Post Wizards Beat Reporter Varun Shankar, who shares his quick yet impressive journey to the job right around of college, while also explaining the ins-and-outs of this Wizards team that maybe aren't as recognizable to a non-credentialed reporter of the team. He als…