In Living Black

"Feather on the Beanie" Feb 05, 2023

On this week of ILB, JD is under the weather. Jabari touches on being short his whole life, how terrible kids are being in school lately, the significance of Black History Month & more!
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Cast
JD - @JDtheOpinionated
Bari - @Jsaint_

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"Choking on Air" Jan 29, 2023

This week we tapped into the heart, we had two beautiful guests join us Tionne and Taylor. We tapped into bringing value into our friendships and what that looks like. JD touches on him being too friendly and how It hindered his past relationships with women. Shared thoughts on the book "The Will to Change" based around men, what masculinity looks like and love. Finally we wrapped up the show with a question, "how will you love yourself deeper this year?"
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Tionne/@hyphyyyt
Taylor/@mama.photog
JD/@JDtheOpinionated
Bari/@jsaint_

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"Money In My Yahmean's" Jan 22, 2023

This episode the guys are back with a special guest, Taj. We touched based on the origin of the podcast (1:40), what we think the new year will behold (6:00), Taj digs deep into what she likes in a man (21:40), JD speaks on building healthy habits going forward (33:45), what does being consistent look like (53:45) and more!
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Taj: @Crown__Taj
JD: @Jdtheopinionated
Bari: @Jsaint_

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"You Want to Unpack That?" Dec 04, 2022

We finally made It to our 200th episode. We are so appreciative of the support you guys continue to show, thank you (5:20), holiday woes at this time of year (11:40), Bri taps into an old story from her past 😈(24:00), Interracial dating (39:10), building a routine (51:30) and more!
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The Cast
Taylor - @mama.photog
Bri - @belladonnaa__
JD - @JDtheOpinonated
Bari - @jsaint_

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"Growing Pains" ft. Kaya Nova Nov 27, 2022

This week we had the pleasure of having Kaya Nova up on the program. We tapped into her magazine "Grown Mag" (3:20), men being the biggest haters (22:20), thoughts of the senseless murder of Shanquella Robinson (31:00), Black Panther 2 feedback (42:20), the struggles of dating as an entrepreneur (49:20) and more!
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Kaya Nova - @thekayanova
JD - @JDtheopinionated
Bari - @Jsaint_

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"Just be Immersed" Nov 20, 2022

This week, we start by discussing the flaws in the education system (2:00). Later, we give Kid Cudi some flowers (27:40) and from there tap into Drake & 21 Savage's album, "Her Loss" (30:14), JD and Bari talks about getting a wax for the first time (48:45) and more!
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JD - @jdtheopinionated
Bari - @jsaint_

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"Lamborghini Doors" Nov 06, 2022

This week we start the pod off on a sad note, Rest In Peace Takeoff (8:40), JD shares his truth (19:40), Kyrie Irving face-off with the league (36:00), the boys unpack what a creative really is (49:20) and more!
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JD - @JDtheOpinionated
Bari - @Jsaint_

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"Air Papi" Oct 30, 2022

This week its just the guys and felt like the old days. Episode really starts at (6:30).
They tapped into why they didn't do an episode last week (11:30), appreciating the space you work in (24:10), unpacking the downfall of Kanye (30:30), new music to be excited for (50:00) and more!
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JD - @JDtheOpinionated
Bari - @Jsaint_
Wolf - @_wolftaylor

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"Little Rickys" Oct 16, 2022

This week we had the pleasure of having friends of the show Darmante and Jerry on. We had shared our feedback about culturecon (2:20), the using of the n-word (10:15), break the silence on Kanye (28:10), current climate of the world causing anxiety (48:25) and more!
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JD - @JDtheopinionated
Bari - @Jsaint_
Jerry - @believeinj_
Darmante - @Darmanteg

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"I can get raw?" Oct 09, 2022

This episode was brought to you by Thoughts, Straight bourbon whiskey. Make sure you get your bottle at kreyolspirits.com (24:40).
This week we had two great guests up Mike Uko and Courtney Shav from Spicy Studios.
We first touched on being honest with your intentions (2:50), facing seasonal depression (12:05), black people in tech (25:25), is New York getting old? (38:45), Mike Uko was gifted a book by a hoover crip (53:55) and more!
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Courtney Shav - @Courtney_Shav
Mike Uko - @Swerve.papi
JD - @Jdtheopinionated
Bari - @Jsaint_

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"Sonic Expression" Sep 25, 2022

This week we had two special guests on the show, Lord Kayso and Chris Decastro.
We tapped into Lord Kayso latest project "MOOR CHORES" (2:50), Chris finding his identity through music (11:15), identifying positive male role models (30:00), the male ego (49:30), giving thanks to the ancestors (56:00) and more!
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JD - @JDtheopinionated
Bari - @JSaint_
Lord Kayso - @Lordkayso
Chris Decastro - @itschrisdecastro

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"No Days Off" ft. Vibes Texas & TWL Sep 18, 2022

This week we had the pleasure of having Romè founder of Vibes Texas, Graham Malice founder of The Waiting List (TWL) and Wolf on the program. We spoke about the start of Vibes Texas (4:20), Graham approach to the scene in Dallas (11:50), Wolf reasonings on moving to New York (28:10), shooting your shot (35:00), men being approached by women (49:00) and more!
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JD- JDtheopinionated
Bari - @jsaint_
Romè - @Romiirae
Graham Malice - @grahammalice
Wolf - @_wolftaylor

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"Zone Zone Zone" ft. Tacai Sep 11, 2022

This week we the fellas tapped into meditation with Tacai. We start off the podcast with breath techniques in order to slow you down, Tacai discusses his reasoning on why he started meditating (5:15), the right setting for mediation (15:30), determining when you are meditating correctly (29:50), discovering life through nature and spirituality (40:30), meditating with your significant other (49:45), importance of emotional intelligence (53:10) and more!
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Guest: @tacai_dryden
Cast: @Jdtheopinionated, @Jsaint_

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"We'll get Back to That" Sep 04, 2022

On this weeks episode the guys tap into JD's recent trip to Arizona and him tapping into nature (3:05), the fellas get into black people gatekeeping one another & the destruction that carries (49:50), the reasons on why men aren't vulnerable amongst each other (59:45) and more!
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JD - @JdtheOpinionated
Bari - @Jsaint_

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"Wanderlust" Aug 21, 2022

This week the guys tapped into feeling that creative block and the best ways to overcome them (3:40). Bari shares his thoughts about about quarter life crisis (22:15), importance of taking risks (33:00), feelings towards living abroad for a love one (51:00) and more!
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JD - @JDtheOpinionated
Bari - @Jsaint_

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"Weak Men" Aug 14, 2022

On this episode the fellas had friend of the show Darmante join us for a real in depth talk. The guys touched on the breakfast club (7:00), importance of not being a dinner date guy (23:40), Bari has a message for the translucents (32:35), implementing new practices (45:20), semen retention (1:06:50) and more!
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The guest: Darmante (@darmanteg)
The Cast: JD (@JDtheOpinionated
Bari (@Jsaint_)
Yomi (@thehomieyomi

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"Na I'm Good" Aug 07, 2022

This week the gang is back with interesting stories.
JD confronts his issues with Barbers (3:40), men rejecting women (18:00), *NEW SEGMENT* Black Fact *(30:40), learning to master life (45:00) and more!
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JD - @JDtheOpinionated
Bari - @Jsaint_
Yomi - @thehomieyomi

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The Recap Ep. 1 Jul 31, 2022

This week we did things a little different. We tapped into music like the old days and shared thoughts on a few things.
UK Hiphop Scene: (5:00)
Recap so far: (7:00)
Hate o'clock: (29:00)
Quick Hitters (42:00) and more!
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Bari - @Jsaint_
Wolf - @_wolftaylor

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"Arousing Influence" Jul 24, 2022

This week the guys sit down with two unfamiliar voices Imani and Jordan. They tapped into a heavy subject what does being black mean (6:10)? The solutions to black unity (16:45), difference between cute vs. sexy (38:40), best way to approach women (55:10) and more!
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Imani/@ohgeemanii
Jordan/@jvojordan
JD/@jdtheopinionated
Bari/@jsaint_
Yomi/@thehomieyomi

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"A Very Unconventional Pod" Jul 17, 2022

This week It was Bari birthday so things got a little out of hand. This will probably be the most unconventional pod you will ever listen to but please enjoy, grab a drink with us and wish our co-host a happy birthday.
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JD - @JDtheOpinionated
Bari - @Jsaint_
Bri - @belladonnaa__
Kash - @baaaaaaassssssshhhhhhh

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"A Pod about Nothing" Jul 10, 2022

This week the guys come together and talk about random topics. They tapped into their viral moment on TikTok (2:00), JD opens up about his dating life (7:00), making a point to travel more (18:45), sharing thoughts on Jayland Walker murder (29:00), world coming to an end scenario (40:00) & more!
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"This is my Hoe Tale" Jul 03, 2022

This week Briana (Bella donna), and Taylor (Mama Photog) joined the podcast again.
They unpacked the Roe vs. Wade situation and all shared their takes on the matter (11:00), shifted mood and energy into talking about hoe tales (26:00), what kills a man ego during sex (41:30), communication before sex (1:00:00) and more!
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"What Comes After The Cry" Jun 26, 2022

This week we had the pleasure of having friends of the show Mamaphotog and Bella up. We tapped into how It feels to be newly single (3:09), JD unpacking his story (12:29), what is the soft life (18:12), the struggles of being single (46:15) and more.
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Briana (@belladonaaa___)
Mamaphotog (@mama.photog)

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"Controlled Chaos" Jun 19, 2022

Happy Juneteenth!
Fresh off last week big guest the fellas sit down and have a casual conversation. Yomi thinks JD future girl is international (5:05), JD taps into his birthday celebration (15:05), the fellas think about visiting Atlanta for some activities (39:50), touched base on Something In the Water Festival (52:00) and more!
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"Thanks for the Diversity" ft. weezywtf Jun 12, 2022

On this episode of In Living Black the guys tapped in with weezywtf from WHOREible decisions podcast. They touched on weezy first experience being a podcaster on a festival stage performing (3:23), beginnings of WTF MEDIA STUDIOS (7:06), what makes ILB hungry after all of these years in the game (17:22), the pressures of entertaining (22:47), current landscape of podcasting (34:18), dating while podding (55:11) and more!
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What really makes you feel seen? Jun 05, 2022

On this episode JD and Bari tap into why people think JD is a hotep, the 6 month hiatus, what makes us feel seen and more!

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ILB take on Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, Kodak Black, Kendrick Lamar Vulnerability & more! May 25, 2022

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Episode 178: "A Man of Particular Age" ft. Father Rhys Nov 04, 2021

This week the guys come in for their final show...(for now)
We touch base on the podcast ending (1:09), why routine matters (6:20), choosing between purpose or provision (18:53), the art of growing within your mental (35:00), the guys send off their final farewells (50:00) and MORE!
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Episode 177: "Thrill of the Kill" ft. Winston Ward Oct 21, 2021

This week the gang got vulnerable with singer/songwriter Winston Ward. We tapped into what love means to us, what is the inspiration behind his music, true meaning of being heartbroken, lessons learned from relationships that failed, fatherhood, loving someone more than they love you, reason behind his podcast "Rise of the Creative Podcast" and more!
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Episode 176: "Sweet Life" ft. Amanda Scott & Rob Lee Oct 14, 2021

This week we had stars Amanda Scott & Rob Lee from "Sweet Life" on HBO Max join us.
We tapped into how they got onto Sweet Life, being on TV for the first time, sharing their stories in front of the camera, what they learned from attending a HBCU, how Amanda picked up real estate, Rob pursuing his dream on being a comedian, life after the show being aired, Amanda talks in depth about her brand "The Kollection" and more!
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Episode 175: "Social Media" Oct 07, 2021

This week we had friend of the show join us Alec. We tapped into being friends with the opposite sex while being attracted to them, importance on social media in today's society, financial responsibility as a young adult & how to effects happiness and more!
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Episode 174: "Gooch Plus+" ft. Dane Richards Sep 16, 2021

On this episode we sat down with the homie Dane Richards (12:30), gave our takes on Drake CLB project, he spoke about understanding the industry, building his team, what women we like, boundaries in the bedroom & more!
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Episode 173: "GAWD Have Mercy" ft. Bobby G Sep 09, 2021

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This week the guys sat down with Bobby G from the Bronx. He talks about where his love for HipHop started, how therapy made his music better, spirituality helping him lead in the right path, producing his own music, where he see's himself in the industry in the future, label or independent and more!
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Episode 172: "Whole Hoe" Sep 02, 2021

This week JD & Bari tap back into the music.
JD shares his experience in Chicago recently (3:30), first reaction to Kanye West "Donda" project (15:00), thoughts on Kendrick making a statement with his new verse (40:00), what we expect from Drake next project "CLB" (50:00) and more!
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Episode 171: "Mythical Creature" ft. Off the Strength Aug 26, 2021

This week JD & Bari sit down with KR Jones and a trainer called Tony from Off the Strength podcast.
We tapped into how they came together, how important fitness (wellness) is to them & when It became important, shared our thoughts on the mandated vaccination rule in the State of New York, sharing thoughts on attraction with someone just because everyone else is attracted to them, thoughts on the current music space and more!
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Episode 170: "Leave the Ego" ft. Ray Smiling Aug 19, 2021

This week gang sits down with writer/director/creative director Ray Smiling.
We talked about having creative control in the marketing industry, working at Rockstar Games, writing blogs on music, JD sharing his moment of imposter syndrome, touched on how important having a team is, marketing targeting the black & brown community, feeling obligated as a black creative to spread the black narrative and more!
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Episode 169: "Funny Hunny" ft. Will Aug 12, 2021

This week episode we sat down with Will, creator of Funny Hunny. JD shares his experience with Will "Funny Hunny", Will shares his story on how he came into the Cannabis industry, he then breaks down his products & shares his passions behind them, Sha talks about a negative presence that taught her a lesson and more!
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Episode 168: "Alignment" Aug 05, 2021

This week Shanice joined us once again. We recap the week we had, discussed the mandatory vaccination rule in New York, taking your childhood for granted, not being prepared for adulthood, the traumas & the beautiful memories of growing up, messages being received from the universe and MORE!
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Episode 167: "The Discipline of Success" ft. AJ the Don Jul 29, 2021

This week the guys get into their financial talk with AJ the Don. We tapped into his childhood, what & who made him to what he is now, the losses & gains in the stock game, stock tips, his many different hustles, financial literacy in the black communities, what he plans to do for communities going forward and MUCH MORE!
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Episode 166: "It's Hard, It's Heavy" Jul 22, 2021

This week the guys are back and joined by Shanice & Kimberly. We shouted out Biz Markie and all that he as done for the culture, needing someone of the opposite sex & the same sex, having uncomfortable conversations with women, breaking generational trauma, Bari touching story & MORE!
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Episode 165: "Flip the Switch" Jul 15, 2021

This week the guys are back with some new & old friends of the show Shanice & Najee. We touched based on our week, black people doing psychedelics, JD ruff time dealing with life, the feeling of needing someone & more!
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Episode 164: "Don't Move my Coasters" Jul 08, 2021

YES! DEM BOYS are BACK!
The guys start off with talking about their experiences while being away from the pod (2:00), great albums that came out while we were gone we touched on Tyler the Creator most personable album (30:00), JD shares how his birthday went (51:45), Bari hidden talent (1:10:00) & MORE!
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Episode 163: "Da Man Dem" Mar 28, 2021

On this episode; JD touches on the reasoning of having a break from the podcast (6:30), new music (18:00), Bari tapped into his rapper bag (30:00), we shared thoughts on the recent mass shootings in the world (45:25), tapped into the Derrick Jackson situation (58:35) & more! Website: https://inlivingblack.com Socials: https://www.instagram.com/inlivingblack/ https://www.instagram.com/jdtheopinionated/ https://www.instagram.com/jsaint_/

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Episode 162: "Secure the Bag" ft. Ron Mar 24, 2021

On this episode; we sit down with Ron and discuss a few things. @Ron_Des @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_ New merch available at inlivingblack.com

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Episode 161: "Who Paying the Tab" Mar 21, 2021

On this episode; JD & Bari tap into their eventful week (1:00), JD poses a question from a scenario he came across (10:00), Bari expresses how much he doesn't care about the Quavo & Saweetie conversation (23:40), fellas touch on new music (42:00) & more! Check out our new merch at inlivingblack.com @JDTheOpinionated @Jsaint_

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Episode 160: "Manifest, Financial Freedom & Genius" Mar 14, 2021

On this episode; Jabari taps in to the universe (1:45), our thoughts on the Harry & Megan interview with Oprah (31:00), we shared our views on the whole Meyers Leonard situation (50:00), our favorite shows right now (1:04:30), All star recap (1:17:00) & more!!! JUST RESTOCKED GO CHECK inlivingblack.com @inlivingblack @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_

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Episode 159: "Not One of Them" Mar 07, 2021

On this episode; Bari first time going to the movies since the pandemic started (4:30), stepping a way from the game for a bit (11:30), Drake Scary Hours EP recap (29:00), Silk Sonic Recap (41:30), thoughts on a hotel being built in space (1:07:00), recap on Coming to America 2 (1:16:00) & more. @inlivingblack @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_ inlivingblack.com

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Episode 158: "Sound the Alarm!" Mar 03, 2021

On this episode; we start the pod off with welcoming back Bobby Shmurda (1:00), new music (4:00), speaking on Tiger Woods recent car accident (21:00), thoughts on Kobe possibly being the NBA new logo (27:30), Stevie Wonder moving to Ghana (36:45), TV/Movie talk (41:30) and more! @inlivingblack @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_ inlivingblack.com

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Episode 157: "Grand Opening, Grand Closing" Feb 28, 2021

On this episode; the guys start off with the elephant in the room (1:00), the importance of Renee Montgomery having ownership over a team in the WNBA (4:00), JD speaks on his experience at Aunts et Uncles (12:00), Jay Z and LVMH going into business (18:00), Locust swarming Kenya (28:00), Ex USA Gymnastics coach John Geddert kills himself (32:00) and more! @inlivingblack @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_ inlivingblack.com

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Episode 156: "Back to the Basics" Feb 24, 2021

On this episode; The guys talk about Lauryn Hill now reaching Diamond status (4:00), thoughts on B.Simone recent rant online (8:30), should a man choose his wife over his mother? The fellas discuss (20:00), taking last names in marriage (32:00), Cyhi the prince almost being killed (45:00) and more! @InLivingBlack @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_ @ENYScoot Merch available on inlivingblack.com

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Episode 155: "INTRODUCTION" Feb 21, 2021

On this episode; we introduce our new pod mate Scoot (1:00), Texas Snow Storms (11:00), the greatness of Naomi Osaka winning the Australian Open (24:00), Black Businesses of the Week (46:00) & more! New Merch available on inlivingblack.com @Inlivingblack @JDtheOpinionated @ENYScoot @Jsaint_

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Episode 154: "I AM A REVOLUTIONARY" Feb 17, 2021

On this episode; we talk about Judas & the Black Messiah, Malcolm & Marie film, sharing thoughts on what makes a black film, new music, congratulated Dr. Michael Obeng for helping Tessica Brown and more! @inlivingblack @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_ New merch available on inlivingblack.com

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Episode 153: "ENERGYYYY!!!" ft. Dane Richards Feb 14, 2021

On this episode; we sit down with Dane Richards. We asked him about his recent uprising on social media, getting paid from tiktok, the energy switching up from his peers, dating at a certain level, his next moves in the industry & more! @danerichardsofficial @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_ @inlivingblack Shop our new merch at inlivingblack.com

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Episode 152: "That's not Black History pt. 2" Feb 10, 2021

On this episode; we discussed new music, The Weeknd new tour in 2022, Lil Uzi pink diamond, telling a woman "no", Yikes moment of the week, our unsung black heroes segment for this month and more! inlivingblack.com @inlivingblack @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_

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Episode 151: "That's not Black History" Feb 07, 2021

On this episode, we congratulated ourselves on another successful drop, Golden Globes & their snubs, Joe Budden on patreon, the importance of legacy, India government cutting the internet around New Delhi, Jeff Bezos stepping down and more! inlivingblack.com (New items available for purchase) @inlivingblack @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_

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Episode 150: "Don't Act Like I'm Average" Feb 03, 2021

On this episode: We shared some thoughts on Danileigh apology, ILB merch arrival on February 5th, the fandom we have for Chole Bailey, thoughts on Silhouette Challenge, T.I. & Tiny alleged sexual scandals and more! inlivingblack.com @inlivingblack @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_

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Episode 149: "The Enforcer" Jan 31, 2021

On this episode, JD talks on his mother going to the Hospital, the legacy of Cicely Tyson, American Skin movie, the crack documentary on Netflix, violence towards black women as of late & more! New merch arrives on Feb. 5th! Be ready! @inlivingblack @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_

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Episode 148: "Throat Babyyyy!" Jan 27, 2021

On this episode: The guys shared their thoughts on Dani Leigh snippet that caused controversy, throat baby remix video, donating your sperm, politics in the music game & more! inlivingblack.com @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_

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Episode 147: "Vaccine Tourism" Jan 24, 2021

On this episode: The guys share their thoughts on Joe Biden becoming our President officially & what we expect from him, Lil Wayne and Kodak Black gets a pardon from Trump, Vaccine Tourism, Jared Porter nasty behavior & MORE! inlivingblack.com

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Episode 146: "On It" Jan 20, 2021

On this episode: We came with the vibes on chop It up Wednesday, Bari said something questionable, type of women we like, why men do dumb shit consistently, Lori Harvey, thoughts on what to expect from Drake upcoming album & MORE!

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Episode 145: "First of the Month" Jan 17, 2021

On this episode: The guys touch base on what has happen in DC & shared their thoughts on the attack towards the capitol, Andrew Yang running for New York City Mayor, thoughts on how to better our society around us & MORE!

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Episode 144: "Coldest Shoulder" Dec 20, 2020

On this episode: The guys start the vibes with some light hiphop talk on what makes someone a lyrical rapper, what is conscious rap, what is the real difference (6:30)? The fellas try to decide on what they prefer IG or phone number (35:00), should a man depend on a woman for anything (56:30), dating someone that has never been in a relationship (1:08:00), NEW MUSIC (1:40:00) & MORE! inlivingblack.com @JDtheOpinionated @Jsaint_ @reallynajee @enyscoot

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Episode 143: "They Respect Me" Dec 13, 2020

On this episode: Najee & Scoot stopped by once again to share their thoughts on some topics. We shared our thoughts on Kid Cudi latest project, the projection of Jack Harlow, FKA twigs sues Shia LaBeouf, do women give bad gifts, white people attending HBCUs, NEW MUSIC & more!

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Episode 142: "Comparison is the Thief of Joy" Dec 06, 2020

On this episode: Is It possible to date down? Is dating down the correct term? The fellas discuss. JD shared his thoughts on Majah Hype situation, Funk Flex getting Lipo, everyday struggle ending, The Undoing series finale, NEW MUSIC & MORE!

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Episode 141: "Do Better" Nov 29, 2020

On this episode: The guys touch on their thoughts about the Grammys, The Weeknd & others getting snubbed, Dave Chapelle special on instagram, Kevin Harts new special, Summer Walker displeasure with London, New Music and MORE!

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Episode 140: "Mouth Hugs" Nov 22, 2020

On this episode: Bari is back from his trip and went crazy on JD, shared our thoughts on the Jeezy & Gucci Verzuz, New Music, what makes a classic album, men creating sexual positions in the bedroom & MORE! inlivingblack.com

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Episode 139: "Antics" Nov 15, 2020

On this episode: Bari went away for a bit but we had Najee & Scoot pull up for the antics. We shared our thoughts on the controversy behind buying the PS5 for your significant other, ghosting, MO3 being murdered, 200,000 people voting for slavery in Utah, music & MORE!

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Episode 138: "We Roam Freely" Nov 08, 2020

On this episode: We have guest Roam up talking about fundraising money to pay artists, the next steps of "We Roam Freely", thoughts on the Presidential Election, JD being vulnerable about love, recent passing of King Von & MUCH MORE! LINK TO HELP FUND! https://ifundwomen.com/projects/we-roam-freely See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 137: "Timeless" Nov 01, 2020

On this Episode: Guest producer/entrepreneur Dev pulled up on us to hit on things he has going on. He hit on artists that he is currently working with, plans for his independent label, political views, current climate of music, is making a classic album possible anymore & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 136: "Education is God" Oct 25, 2020

On this episode: The guys are back talking about what is happening in Nigeria & Congo, Shonda Rhimes leaving ABC, guest Kadeem of GROW visits to talk about his brand, suffering with anxiety, importance of therapy as black people, seeking validation from others & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 135: "LePod James" Oct 18, 2020

On this episode: JD shares his experience wearing a red bandana in this day & age, shared thoughts on Cardi B receiving backlash on social media, Ice Cube meeting with Trump administration, covered all new music, Tory Lanez being charged & MORE!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 134: "Dussleón" Oct 04, 2020

The guys are back celebrating their one year anniversary of In Living Black with friends of the show Najee & Scoot. Hit on the journey we had so far with the podcast, thoughts on a lot of new music that dropped, Trump having COVID, details on giving away two hoodies from the new merch & MUCH MORE! inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 133: "Sore Throat" Sep 27, 2020

This week the fellas dig into their feelings a bit, Bari gets vulnerable again & shares on his new found feelings for someone. Corn of the week/year/decade/century goes to Tory Lanez, shared thoughts on Breonna Taylor's killers not being charged for her murder, Shmurda denied bail, Vanessa Bryant mother and her suing the LA County Sheriff, NEW MUSIC & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 132: "Scary Times" Sep 20, 2020

This week the guys hit on the BLACK Revolutionary music by Sault, Kanye West recent tweets, Breonna Taylor's 12 million settlement, Caster Semenya being treated unfair, significance of RBG passing away & MORE! New Merch inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 131: "Not a Gram Lost" Sep 13, 2020

This week the fellas got into BIG RELATIONSHIP vulnerable talk but first got into Conway the Machine latest album, Trippie Redd latest single, Corn of the week, Netflix controversy, West Coast wildfires, current politics & MORE!!! New Merch available inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 130: "It's The Runs For Me" Sep 06, 2020

This week the guys embrace the return of SZA & the banger she dropped, discussed our thoughts on Big Sean new project, Brandy & Monica Versuz, ASAP Ferg supposedly getting kicked out of ASAP Mob, significance of billionaires and MORE!!! In Living Black new totes available on inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 129: "Low Blow" Aug 30, 2020

This week we had a beautiful guest join us Taylor aka mama.photog. First of all Rest In Peace to Chadwick Boseman, we'll never forget the iconic roles he played and the roles he played in other people lives. We shared our views on Jacob Blake getting shot 7 times, Kyle Rittenhouse killing two BLM protestors, asked Taylor how It is to raise a black child during these times, what she has going on now & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 128: "Papi Podlo" Aug 23, 2020

This week the guys got together to touch on a few things. Shared some thoughts on Nas tracklist & album, Meg the Stallion recent statement on her situation, Question of the Day, shows we watch recently, NEW MUSIC & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 127: "Sometimes You Need a Foe" Aug 16, 2020

Happy Birthday Nip 💙 This week we shared our thoughts on the backlash against Cardi B "WAP" single, Drake new album "Certified Lover Boy", Joe Biden picking Kamala Harris as VP, USPS machines taken out of service, NEW MUSIC & MUCH MORE! ****New MERCH**** inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 125: "Disney Plus Bae" Aug 02, 2020

This week friend of the show Kimberly joined us. We discussed the Beyoncé visual project "Black is King", Versuz upcoming battles along with battles we would love to see, JD shares his thoughts on a recent conversation in his DMs around Johnathan Isaac, NEW MUSIC & MORE!!!! MERCH AVAILABLE ON: inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 124: "Stoop Kids" Jul 26, 2020

This week the fellas are joined by friends of the show Najee & Scoot. Shared some thoughts on the new Logic album, Pop Smoke deluxe album, J. Cole new songs & the messaging behind it, Meg & Tory updates, Kanye West mental state, Snoop Dog vs. DMX battle & MORE!!!!! MERCH AVAILABLE ON inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 123: "PROTECT BLACK WOMEN" Jul 19, 2020

Rest In Peace to Civil Rights legend John Lewis. This week the guys touched on new music, Nick Cannon getting fired from Viacom, Meg & Tory situation, Tamar Braxton attempting suicide & MORE! Merch & NEW BLOG post available on inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 122: "Love Triangle" Jul 12, 2020

GANG BACK IN THE STU! The fellas reunited back in the studio & started off heavy with the wayfair conspiracies, NEW VIBES, Jada love triangle and more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 121: "Morning After" Jul 05, 2020

New Merch AVAILABLE, inlivingblack.com The guys start off discussing how often they've been outside recently during the pandemic, share thoughts on Pop Smoke album debut (Rest In Power King), Westside Gunn new album, Top 10 songs for us in the last 6 months, NFL playing the black national anthem & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 120: "Ooh Laa" Jun 28, 2020

This week the guys discuss COVID-19 updates in the US, B.Simone atrocious comments, JD story on trying to stay a way from his phone, NEW MUSIC, YEEZY & GAP collaboration and MORE! NEW MERCH AVAILABLE on inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 119: "BLACK AS F*CK" Jun 21, 2020

This week the fellas shared their thoughts on their first experience celebrating Juneteenth, the attack on black women, J.Cole getting flack for his latest song, new music & MORE! *NEW MERCH AVAILABLE* Check out our site on inlivingblack.com, share with your friends & family! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 118: "Corruption" Jun 14, 2020

The fellas start the pod off with the concept of the man box & breaking from It, Dave Chapelle surprise special, Robert Fuller lynching, corruption in the system & NEW MUSIC! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 117: "Community" Jun 07, 2020

This week we discussed the importance of community, thoughts on blackout Tuesday, cops getting even more crazy, Kanye West, Virgil Abloh donating $50, Trump being borderline Hitler & much more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 116: "Mayo Monster" May 31, 2020

On this episode we talked about the protests happening around the world over the murder of George Floyd, the current state of Amerikkka, the corrupt justice system, Freddie Gibbs new project & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 115: "Accountability" May 24, 2020

This week we discussed Joe Biden making a ass of himself, Doja Cat being possibly anti-black, thoughts on NBA Youngboy telling Akademiks don't put out the interview until he dies, Insecure & MUCH MORE! Merch available on inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 114: "Shark Guts" May 20, 2020

We're back in full effect, ready to pod with sober thoughts. We are trying something new and going with one hour episodes for a while until further notice. We would like to hear what you prefer. On this episode we touched on everything music, we had discussions on the music we missed since last episode, thoughts on the Versus compition so far and our predictions on what's to come & more! Merch still available on inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 114: "Shark Guts" May 20, 2020

We are back & in full effect with some minor changes. ONE HOUR SHOWS will be the new thing until further notice but let us know which one you prefer @InLivingBlack on IG or Twitter. This episode solely focused on the music we didn't discuss yet that came out in the coming weeks, who is next for versus & where we want to go in the coming weeks. Merch is still available on inlivingblack.com, more new merch coming soon! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 113: "#DropOutBiden" Apr 26, 2020

First & foremost R.I.P. to a great MC gone too soon, Fred the Godson. COVID-19 is a cancer that's effecting everyone right now, lets stick together in these times, pray & hold our heads high until this is over. We started talking about the progress of our IG lives, Fred the Godson tragic passing, COVID-19 update in the community, politics, NEW MUSIC & more! inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 112: "Glttttttt" Apr 19, 2020

This week the podcast shared their thoughts on the state of the world right now, Westside Gunn latest album, NEW MUSIC, colorism conversation regarding TV, Insecure & MORE! Latest Merch available on inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 111: "LaPAttRA" Apr 12, 2020

On this episode: the crew discussed the amount of black people dying from the COVID-19, Tory Lanez new project, our IG live experience, new segment F*CK SHIT OF THE WEEK, new music & MUCH MORE! MERCH available on inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 110: "I said WOWWW" Apr 05, 2020

The squad is back with an update on how their doing during these times, what's next for the world, JD under the weather, Toosie Slide, NEW MUSIC, IG live & MUCH MORE! MERCH available for purchase at: inlivingblack.comn See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 109: "Move your Tension" Mar 29, 2020

MERCH AVAILABLE NOW!!! (inlivingblack.com) This week JD & Bari share quarantine updates, PARTYNEXTDOOR latest album (does It match up to The Weeknd), new music, thoughts on colorist, importance of phone sex during quarantine, instagram live & MORE!!! If you like what you heard please don't forget to subscribe and check out our site. inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 108: "Quarantine & Pod" Mar 24, 2020

STILL BRINGING YOU CONTENT UNDER QUARANTINE! Please stay home during this time unless you absolutely have to be outside. The gang starts off with their first experience being on IG live, updates and thoughts on the Rona, The Weeknd album, PARTYNEXTDOOR snippets, Childish Gambino surprised album & MUCH MORE! MERCH AVAILABLE ON: inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 107 Part Two: "Scared to Death Negros" Mar 17, 2020

On this episode we sit down with Darmante from "What Wo(men) Want?" podcast and Taylor, freelance photographer that solely focuses on capturing black women magic. We spoke on the trials & tribulations of being a creative in this world, relationships, living within your purpose & MORE! MERCH Available on: inlivingblack.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 107 Part 1: "Scared to Death Negros" Mar 15, 2020

On this episode JD & Bari devote their musical breakdown on Jay Electronica new album. Part Two of Episode 107 featuring Taylor, a wonderful photographer that focuses on the beauty of black women. We were also accompanied by Darmante, we touched on his podcast "What Wo(men) Want?" and where he sees It going. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 106: "Sassy, Moody, Nasty" Mar 08, 2020

The crew is back and is joined by Kim. We got right into the heavy drop this week and shared thoughts on the new Jadakiss, Jhene & Meg projects, Drake two piece along with the leaks that came out, Coronavirus live & rapid in New York and MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 104: "Long Night, Longer Morning" Feb 16, 2020

This week JD holds It down for most of the show by himself. He touches on the previous night activities, his thoughts on Valentine's Day, Tame Impala latest project, Justin Bieber, Snoh Aalegra remix, Wendy Williams backlash & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 103: "Can't Even Get In My Tote" Feb 09, 2020

On this episode the crew shares their thoughts on Nicki Minaj latest single & antics, Brent Faiyaz new album, Hov sitting out for the national anthem, G-Eazy, Gayle King interview with Lisa Leslie & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 102: "Thousies, Hundies & Tennies" Feb 02, 2020

This episode is dedicated to the lives lost in the tragic accident that happened on January 26th in Calabasas, California. Taking the lives of Gianna & Kobe Bryant including seven others, Rest In Peace you will be missed. The crew started off sharing their feelings toward the passing of Gianna & Kobe Bryant, discuss New Music, Mase calling out Puff, Kelis being ripped off by Neptunes, Peta AD, PARTYNEXTDOOR upcoming project and much more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 101: "Food for Thought" Jan 26, 2020

The squad is back after their 100th episode and give a quick recap, PARTYNEXTDOOR not releasing music, JD shares his thoughts on newer artists, shared thoughts on Deandre Arnold having to cut his locs to graduate, Coronavirus Outbreak in Asia & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 100: "Do You Swallow Tho?" Jan 19, 2020

The crew celebrates their 100th episode with great friends. We touched on our come up, sexual interactions, NEW MUSIC, plans for the future, Young Joc getting caught driving a uber, DaBaby recent altercation & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 99: "Elevated God Levels" Jan 12, 2020

Great weather brings great vibes & the fellas get into It this week. We discussed how the world might end, touched on NEW MUSIC from Drake & Future, Cudi and 070 Shake (19:00). Shared thoughts on Prince Harry & Meghan Markle stepping away from the royal family, had strong views on Loni Love comments on Black men cheating (50:00), thoughts on Ari Lennox response to troll (1:15:00) & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 98: "But You've Done Well" Jan 05, 2020

HAPPY NEW YEAR! The guys are back and discussed their holiday vacations, the dislikes of New Year resolutions, common practices that should die this decade, take aways from Drake & Griselda interviews with Rap Radar, New Music & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 97: "You Just Ate An Apple? I'm Hard" Dec 19, 2019

Happy Holidays to all, the guys start off with their recap on the event they recently attended, shared our thoughts on Rick Rubin conversation with Andre 3000, Tekashi 6ix9ine was recently sentenced to two years we shared what we thought, thoughts on 16 year old Karol Sanchez staged her own kidnapping & recap of the year best albums and Top 10 Best Albums of the decade. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 96: "Funky It Up" Dec 15, 2019

This week JD & Bari touch on new music (5:00), foresight on who might be the next artist of the decade (31:00), R.I.P. Juice Wrld we share our thoughts (44:30) & a FUNK SESSION (1:06:30). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 95: "Shenanigans" Dec 08, 2019

The gang is back after a brief week away. JD starts with a story that forever changed his life (2:00), the fellas give a PSA (16:50), touched on The Game & Griselda new projects (23:40), NEW MUSIC (51:00), SPOILER ALERT Queen & Slim deep dive (1:06:30) & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 94: "Egregious" Nov 24, 2019

THE BOYS ARE BACK!!! After three weeks the guys reunited with a good one. Started off with a recap of the time gone (10:00), thoughts on instagram hiding likes (16:00), touched on Complex lists Album of the decade & Top 10 artists of the decade (29:30), Grammy nominations (43:00), NEW MUSIC (55:00) & MUCH MORE!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 93: "V-Neck Sweater" Nov 17, 2019

On this episode we touched on Colin Kaepernick and him getting the opportunity to play in the NFL (6:00), Drake getting boo'd off stage at Tyler the Creator festival (38:00), shared our thoughts on Summer Walker & artists that suffer with social anxiety (48:00) & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 92: "Jawns N Corns" Nov 10, 2019

On this episode Bari holds It down with New Age God in JD's absence. Touched a little on gang culture and the steps we need to take to improve within our community (7:30), got into New Age God hustles (12:30), Bari and Jerry share their stories on Day N Vegas festival (36:00) & MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 91: "Setting" Nov 03, 2019

On this episode Bari isn't here but we had friends of the show come in to fill in. Both May Thurd & Najee helped JD discuss many topics mostly revolving Kanye West. We started off with Najee take on Kanye West latest project (6:00), discussed new music like Westside Gunn, Gang Starr & Earl Sweatshirt (31:00), May Thurd joined us and we touched on his future goals, where he is now and his take on Kanye project (45:00) & MUCH MORE!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 89: "That's My Bag" Oct 20, 2019

On this episode the crew starts with talking about the Roam Freely event (5:00), New Music (10:00), then broke down ethics (27:00), Bari tries to get to the bottom of his dreams (59:00) & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 88: "La Di Da Di" Oct 13, 2019

On this episode Hakeem talked about being OUTSIDE lately (3:00), Tyler Perry and Simone Biles on being Black Excellence (15:15), shared thoughts on Summer Walker & Wale latest projects (21:00), discussed some more new music (48:10), G.O.O.D. Music in SHAMBLES (1:02:10) & MUCH MORE! PLUS NEW ARTISTS (1:14:00) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 87: "Test DEEZ" Oct 06, 2019

On this episode creatives Roam & TJ join us to share details about their upcoming event showcasing black women in the art industry, PLUS MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 86: "The Rebrand" Sep 29, 2019

On this episode friends of the Najee & Scoot join us. We touched on attending the Dapper Dan show & JD shares his opinions on him (5:00), Kanye release date (9:00), shared thoughts on DaBaby & Young M.A new music (19:00), thoughts on AB & the NFL (44:20) & much more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 85: "S.N.I.T.C.H." Sep 22, 2019

In this episode JD shares his take on Sampa the Great project (6:00), shared thoughts on upcoming rebrand (13:30), touched on Tekashi 69 testimony (24:00), Fantasia thoughts on submitting to a man (37:40), discussed Fat Joe thoughts on latinx being black (1:06:25) & MUCH MORE!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 84: "F*ck Boy Fall" Sep 15, 2019

On this episode we discuss new music & a rundown on the latest in the culture (16:00), shared thoughts on the new apple lineup (40:00), f*ck boy talk, what's a good f*ck boy anthem (59:00), and MORE!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 83: "Black Woman Touch" Sep 08, 2019

On this episode we discuss NEW MUSIC (5:00), shared our views on polyamorous & male escorts (17:00), relationship talk (30:00), views on Nicki Minaj retirement and Kehlani going public with YG (42:00), JD shares how important a black woman touch is (51:00) & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 82: "End of an Era" Sep 01, 2019

On this episode we say our farewells to Taj (3:30), discussions on the VMAs performances (10:30), Dave Chapelle standup (20:00), NEW MUSIC (31:00), Toxic Monogamy discussion (1:01:30) & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 81: "Find your Passion" ft. Janay Nicole & DeV.b Aug 25, 2019

This week the crew sat down with singer/songwriter Janay Nicole & producer DeV.b and discussed their dynamic duo. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 80: "Jam Sessions" Aug 18, 2019

This week the crew touches on a lot of music once again. Shared our thoughts on Joe Budden & Nicki Minaj back and forth (16:30). Jay Z recently partnered with the NFL, we shared our thoughts on it (36:00). There has been nine suicides within the NYPD this year alone, what's really going on (55:00). The Opinionated shares his thoughts on dating apps (1:09:00). NEW MUSIC (1:18:00) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 79: "The List" Aug 11, 2019

We're BACK! Hope you missed us. This week we are missing The Queen once again but The Opinionated & The Cool held it down. The show started off with a moment of silence to the lost victims and those that were effected by white terrorist acts in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio. We then moved on to touch on Rick Ross new album "Port Of Miami 2" (3:00). The Crew doubles back and share their thoughts on Chance The Rapper disappointing album (22:00). Also shared our views on Drake Care Package album and how artists that are credible should do the same (30:30). Then touched on the talk of the week "Top 50 Greatest Rappers Of All time" list & The Opinionated shares his list (53:00) & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 78: "Dope D" ft. Thank Me Later Podcast Jul 28, 2019

This week we had special guests Goodlookin' Lee & Noelle Kay from "The Thank Me Later Podcast". We touched on creating a space for creatives, following your purpose and embracing all the lessons that come with being a creative. PLUS MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 77: "Real Life Change" Jul 21, 2019

This week the crew discussed Lion King the live action movie (1:00), then moved on to discuss the Lion King soundtrack executive produced by Beyonce (11:00). Later touched on Chance the Rapper album cover, title and the expectations we have for It (26:30). The Opinionated shares his thoughts on "The Chi" (33:00). Kanye West talks to Trump about releasing ASAP Rocky, the crew shares their thoughts (1:00:00) & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 76: "Brooklyn Stories" ft. D.O.R.TV Jul 14, 2019

This week O.T.C. Podcast sit down with rising stars from D.O.R.TV, Dane Richards and JStuy. They touched on things like how to start and maintain your youtube channel, trials and tribulations with starting your own business and the risks It takes in order to be successful. PLUS MANY MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 75: "D.S.E." Jul 07, 2019

This week the crew touches on their last outing in Bushwick and shared a story (2:00). The Opinionated & The Cool gives some lessons for the ladies (13:00). Then later shared their opinions on Dreamville latest project (18:00). Then discussed ASAP Rocky latest situation (43:30). KAWHI & PG13 to the clippers the crew discuss (1:17:00) & MUCH MORE, including NEW MUSIC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 74: "EDUCATION" Jun 30, 2019

This week the full squad is back and they discussed going out more in the summer. The Opinionated and The Cool shared their experience at R&B night at Lot 45 in Brooklyn (6:00). We talked about Chris Brown super album "Indigo" (12:00). Despite all the shit Daniel Caesar said we still gave him a listen, but The Opinionated still had strong opinions of him and still can't let him slide (44:15). The Opinionated shared his thoughts on Freddie Gibbs & Madlib latest project (1:06:00) & much more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 73: "Crown the Kings" Jun 23, 2019

On this episode the crew starts off with their week. The Opinionated shares his thoughts on what transpired at his work place recently (5:00). Later moved on to discuss Benny latest project "The Plugs I Met" and stressed the importance of this kind of HipHop (16:00). Moved on to more new drops that we were excited for and discussed what might drop later to come (49:00). The Opinionated & The Cool expressed their love for Jamie Foxx and how he deserves his roses (1:04:00) & much more including new music. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 72: "You Know the Vibes" Jun 16, 2019

On this episode O.T.C. Podcast discussed events of their week, JD talks about his night leading up to his birthday and how he'll never drink again (8:00). We then touch on Common new song, love story about Hip/Hop called "HER Love" (25:30). They also discussed new music that will be coming out this month and the rest of the summer (38:00). JD & Bari got into their Ty Dolla $ign bag (49:00) & MUCH MORE INCLUDING NEW ARTISTS. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 71: "Freaky" Jun 09, 2019

This week O.T.C. hits on many subjects. JD gets in his bag and explains is lack of faith in his spirituality (10:00). Discussed the Chris Brown & Drake recent collaboration "No Guidance" (32:00). Talked about DJ Khaled views on Billboard Top 100 (42:00). Shared our views on the music that has dropped so far and where Hip/Hop is going (45:00). Discussed our feelings watching Netflix limited series "When They See Us" (1:03:00) & much more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 70: "Shooketh" May 26, 2019

This week on this episode Queen Taj is back and she talks about her lovely experience at Erykah Badu's latest concert in Brooklyn (1:40). Then touched on the New Music that came out this week (21:00). The crew shares their feelings towards the direction of music and why music now lacks longevity. What is the meaning of a ICON, the crew discuss (1:01:00) & MUCH MORE!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 69: "Soulmates" May 19, 2019

This week the crew discuss if soulmates are a real thing and is it possible to find in ones lifetime (3:40). The Opinionated and The Cool discuss their latest outing at the Mereba concert in Brooklyn (15:50). They discuss DJ Khaled latest project and also expressed their love for Tyler the Creator album "IGOR" (28:30) & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 68: "Slow Motion" May 12, 2019

This week we the podcast started off with Ari Lennox and we discussed how we felt about It (3:40). Then we dived into what new music we heard this week (25:00). We shared our thoughts on the looks at the Met Gala 2019 (1:00:30) & MUCH MORE! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 67: "Weird Flex but Okay" May 05, 2019

Rest In Power John Singleton This week we discussed Game of Thrones latest episode and what to expect from the rest of the season (11:30). The Opinionated brings up a touchy topic that happened in 2016 to a black man in Atlanta (46:15). He also shares his love for legendary Hip/Hop producers and the playlists he dived into via Tidal (50:00) & much more! NEW ARTIST ALERT AMA Kelela Billie Eilish See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 66: "Drake's Duffel" Apr 28, 2019

This week The Cool shares his first experience going to a white people party (1:30). We then later dived in to Schoolboy Q latest album "Crash Talk" and we shared our views on the project (18:45). We played a little clip of Jay-Z performance at Webster Hall and we shared our thoughts on his greatness (38:00). Toward the end of the show JD shares his opinions about Drake & then they all get in their bags (1:10:00). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 65: "Tilikum" Apr 21, 2019

This week the squad is back after a week of serious PODDING!!! We loved every bit of it though. The Cool starts the conversation by discussing his latest life change that happened recently and his attitude towards It all (3:00). Then the crew shares their experience of the latest Brooklyn Circus event with "Artist Comes First" (9:00). The crew touches on some new music that dropped in the past week, Anderson .Paak latest project "Ventura" (16:00). We gave our thoughts on Schoolboy Q project that will drop soon and what we expect from It (38:40). The Cool brings up a tough question, "What are the Top 10 albums of the decade?" we discuss (48:30) & MUCH MORE!!! HAPPY EASTER!!!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 64: "Ya Momma's Favorite" ft. mikeflo Apr 17, 2019

This week we had up the one and only mikeflo. A great human being in many ways. This episode he gives us a little bit of everything, from dropping gems to talking about his interaction with Kanye West. He touches a bit on his childhood and what got him into music (1:30). He later shares how he became the DJ for Hip/Hop group "Dead Prez" (16:30). He touches on why he put his son in an all black boys home schooling program (22:00), he shares some stories about the tats he has on his body (1:00:00) & much more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 63: "BK Love Experience" ft. Ouigi Theodore Apr 14, 2019

This week a special guest accompanied us, Ouigi Theodore. Creator of Brooklyn Circus he speaks on the beauty and struggles of starting his own brand. He also speaks on social issues like mass incarceration, being innovative within the black and brown community and fashion being the mask for black people and much more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 62: "Fake It With Me" Apr 10, 2019

#LongLiveNip Wednesday bullsh*t, come join us in the conversation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 61: "The Marathon Continues..." Apr 07, 2019

This Episode is dedicated to Nipsey Hussle. R.I.P. Nipsey Hussle you will be missed, you inspired a generation of kids that will be leaders in the future. Your journey will carry on through out history for the black and brown community. Even though you was taken from us so soon you built a legacy that will forever be remembered in history. May we do right by your legacy and take it to extraordinary heights. Love you Nip. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 60: "...That's Nasty" Mar 31, 2019

On this episode JD gets back from Dallas and shares his experiences in Dallas. Then Taj shares her experience at the latest event by "Brooklyn Circus" and speaks on trying to overcome her anxiety in certain situations. The crew shares the views on the latest antics from Cardi B, Jess Hilarious & Daniel Caesar (40:00). New Music ALERT (1:35:50) Koffee - Rapture Chop Daily, Wusu & M. Morgan - Zanku Love Etta Bond - Love Myself Youtube: O.T.C. Podcast Please Subscribe & Support See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 59: "Holy Ghost Baby" ft. B. Cherry Mar 24, 2019

On this episode Taj and Bari hold's down the podcast while JD visits Dallas for a networking convention. The duo sits down with rap artist B.Cherry from Brooklyn. During the conversation we tapped into the meaning behind the songs on B.Cherry's EP titled "Holy Ghost Baby", his Brooklyn's love story, his musical influences and obstacles he had to face to shape him into the artist he is now. #Subscribe #Rate #Comment #FollowOTCpodcast_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 58: "C'mon Jack!" Mar 17, 2019

R.I.P. to the 50 Muslims that were killed in Christchurch, New Zealand on March 15th by a white supremacist that is in fact a terrorist. O.T.C. shares their condolences and their thoughts on the matter (10:00). The crew then moved on to a lighter subject and discussed New Music (24:30). We then dive into what artists we expect to hear from soon (49:00). The Kanye West Sunday Service has been going on for a while and we decided to touch on what might be the rebirth of Kanye West (1:00:00). Instagram shut down for a day last week and the world wasn't the same, we gave our thoughts on the whole thing (1:24:00). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 57: "You Can't Silence Me" Mar 10, 2019

This week the crew sits down to discuss their experiences at The Brooklyn Circus fashion show and special guest Ms. Lauryn Hill. The Talkative talks a little bit about her disappointment not meeting her hero (2:30). The Opinionated plays a clip from Senator Flowers and the crew discusses it (16:30). YBN Almighty Jay had an altercation in New York that left him fighting for his life, the crew shares their takes (46:30). Then we touched on the recent R. Kelly interview with Gayle King (58:00). NEW ARTISTS (1:17:00) MAXO - "In My Penny's" Jaysh - "Stupid Boys" Mereba - "The Jungle Is The Only Way Out" See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 56: "You Know My Body" Mar 03, 2019

This week we discussed boycotting all high end brands and supporting black. We shared our experiences with Brooklyn made store "The Brooklyn Circus". The Opinionated makes a discovery that changed his perspective on the world. Then we moved on to new music discussing 2 Chainz & Solange (22:40). We touched base on Jordyn Woods and Tristian Thompson sex scandal and discussed Jordyn on Red Table Talk (1:02:30). We touched on Mal from The Joe Budden Podcast about his colorist tweets he made a while back about black women (1:45:20). New ARTISTS (1:16:30) SAINT JHN - Selfish Sydney Renae - So, We Done? Vedo - Do It Nasty See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 55: "Mediocre D*ck" Feb 24, 2019

This week the crew gets a little nasty and discuss the importance of giving mediocre dick. The Cool attempts to tap in to his spiritual journey so his performance in life could be better. Then we dived into the New Music that dropped this week, Offset 1st solo project , Kehlani new mixtape, Gunna project and Giggs latest project (36:00). NEW ARTISTS TK Kravitz - Ocean ft. Jacquees Theon Cross Activate ft. Moses Boyd & Nubya Garcia Asiahn - Lost In London ELHAE - Let You Pick See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 54: "Second Chance" Feb 21, 2019

O.T.C. is back & better than ever. We touched on many topics like Jussie Smollett, Tristan Thompson stepping out on Khloe Kardashian, new music, new artists & much more. New Artists ALERT Gary Clark Jr. - "I walk alone" YK Osiris - "Worth It" Lee Fields & The Expressions - "Will I get off easy" Tierra Whack - "Only Child" Calboy - "Envy Me" Durand Bernarr - "Around" See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 53: "Hope of The Slaves" ft. T. Murray Feb 10, 2019

On this week of O.T.C. Podcast the crew sits down with amazing artist T. Murray. We touched on her upbringing, her challenges in life, her spiritual journey, her biggest influences and much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 52: "Butcher Coming..." Feb 03, 2019

Happy Black History Month On this week of O.T.C. Podcast we discuss Tory Lanez & Don Q rap beef and who won the battle (9:30). Then later address rappers being corny lately (23:00). What makes an artist want to retire? When is it the appropriate time for an artist to retire? The crew breaks it down (33:00). The Talkative and The Cool dive into theory behind the truth of what happened to Jussie Smollett (51:20). *UPDATE* on the Tekashi 6ix9ine case (1:28:00). NEW ARTISTS ALERT (1:18:00) Ravyn Lenae Tiana Major9 Choker See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 51: "The Office" Jan 24, 2019

This week the crew sits down and discuss some heavy topics revolving around rape culture. Bringing up examples like the Chris Brown Rape allegation and the Jasmine Eiland being allegedly raped in the club. We also touched on J. Cole new song "MIDDLE CHILD". Then hit on the decline of the club scene in New York. New Sleeper: "Tana Talk 3 - Benny" See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 50: "You Know What the F*ck Goin' On" Jan 20, 2019

THE 50th EPISODE MARK! This week sits down and discusses A.R. performance at SOBs. The Opinionated & The Cool talk about their first experience at SOBs (24:00). Then the crew dives into the whole Soulja Boy drama and what might be the outcome from all of this (37:00). The Opinionated shares his takes into the Nick Canon and Dame Dash interview (1:00:00). Future dropped a album and everyone gives their take on Future evolution as an artist (1:17:40). Showcased a different genre of music that our listeners might not be use to (1:33:00). The crew shares their Dreamville expectations (2:07:00). New Artists ALERT (2:30:00). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 49: "Chef Water Slice" ft. Lord Kayso Jan 13, 2019

This week on O.T.C. Podcast the crew sits down to discuss new music, new artists (00:30). Then we discuss the current events that has been happening in the black and brown community in the past few weeks (12:15). Then artist and fan of the show Lord Kayso joins the cast to discuss his views on the current events in the black and brown community and talk on his music (19:45). We later then discuss our views on the gang culture and what the goals should be for black people to move forward (29:50). The crew then goes in depth with a very serious conversation regarding celebrities and their sex allegations (39:00). Lord Kayso drops a unique freestyle (1:10:00). New ARTISTS ALERT (1:14:00)! Please be sure to Subscribe/Rate/Follow/Comment See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 48: "Cruel World" Jan 06, 2019

First we want to start off by saying R.I.P to 7 year old Jazmine Barnes. You was taken too soon and It sucks for you that the world was so cruel. This week we sit down and discuss two major things that happen in the black and brown community. Jazmine Barnes and the incident in McDonalds with a black woman and a white man. Then we discussed Lifetime's "Surviving R. Kelly" docu-series and The Opinionated shared two new artists he found on instagram. UPDATE: The people responsible for Jazmine Barnes death wasn't a white man but black men. One of the guys shot at the car thinking they was shooting at a rival gang. The fact still remains the same, we must do better as people and we still must organize to overcome. Subscribe/Rate/Follow/Share See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 47: "The Wrap Up" Dec 30, 2018

YEAR END WRAP UP around Hip/Hop & R&B music for 2018 and what things to leave behind in 2018. Categories *Top 10 Hip/Hop Albums *Top 10 R&B Albums *Top 5 best music videos *Top 5 Best Lyricist *Biggest Artists of 2018 *Records of the Year We then discuss our intentions for the podcast in 2019 and our expectations for music in 2019 going forward. HAPPY NEW YEAR, thank you all for the love and the support all year. Hopefully you guys will still be rocking with us in the years to come. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 46: "Y'all Not Angry Enough" Dec 23, 2018

This week the crew touches on the heavy topic that has been surrounding the media. The Opinionated shares his strong views on the subject and goes in to a very conscious conversation that involves the Black & Brown Community (4:10). Touching on a lighter topic which is music we discuss 21 Savage latest album and J. Cole MVP year (52:20). We also touched on how corny Tory Lanez and Nicki Minaj is (1:25:00). Please Subscribe/Rate/Follow/Comment See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 45: "Ayibobo" Dec 16, 2018

This week on O.T.C. Podcast the crew talks about Kanye West tweets towards Drake and Travis Scott. We touched on our beautiful experience at the beautiful store "Brooklyn Circus". Discussed the importance of spirituality within the black and brown community and the importance of love. New Artists ALERT *UMI (31:15) *Billie Bodega (34:25) *Kaiit (38:00) *Durand Jones & The Indications (46:00) We then discuss the fall of Tumblr and what Tumblr meant to The Opinionated and The Cool growing up as teenagers. We had to give our take on the biggest conversation this past two weeks "Who is the King of R&B?". Who do you think is the King? We also touched on who is the Queens of R&B. Please be sure to subscribe and leave a rating. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 44: "Gatekeepers" ft. Henry Martin Dec 09, 2018

This week the crew sits down with producer/engineer/artist Henry Martin from New York. We discussed his new music that he has coming out very soon so stay tuned. We also touched on why he wanted to become a rapper after producing for other artists for so many years. Henry mesh well with us as we touched on other topics revolving music. Instagram/Twitter: The Opinionated: @JDTheOpinionated/@Artistic_JD The Talkative: @crown_taj/@Crown_Taj_ The Cool: @Jsaint_/@Jsaint714 Henry Martin: @HenryMartinott/@Henrymartinott See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 43: "The Land of the Free" ft. Truth Tha Merch God & Dun Dada Dec 03, 2018

On this week episode of O.T.C. Podcast the crew sits with friends of the show "Truth Tha Merch God & Dun Dada". We discuss Meek Mill latest album in depth and touch on the verse that should be in a museum by JAY Z. We then touch on a whole bunch of ish that is very entertaining and also thought provoking. Instagram/Twitter The Opinionated: @JDTheOpinionated/@artistic_jd The Talkative: @crown_taj/crown_taj_ The Cool: @Jsaint_/@Jsaint714 Merch God: @Jroyalty Dun Dada:@_dun.s Please make sure to subscribe, rate, comment and follow. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 42: "Renzel Ravioli" Nov 18, 2018

NEW MUSIC (1:00) *Creed II: The Album - Mike WiLL Made-It *Still My Moment - Tee Grizzly *IIWII - Kirk Knight *The Sunset Tapes: A Cool Tape Story - Jaden Smith *Oxnard - Anderson .Paak The Opinionated shares tips to talented artists that want to be great. Then shares how important production is to music and how it can be key to making timeless music or not so good music (41:25). The Opinionated had a question for the crew and shared what some fans views on the question was (1:04:50). What do you guys think? The Opinionated shares his love for strong black women as activists in the black community (1:20:00). The Talkative dives into her bag and shares what was on the mental (1:35:20). Instagram The Opinionated - @JDTheOpinionated The Talkative - @Crown_taj The Cool - @Jsaint_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 41: "Duffel Bag" Nov 11, 2018

This week on O.T.C. Podcast the crew discussed how they felt voting for midterms for the first time. The Opinionated opens up on his horrible experience voting (6:00). The Opinionated also shares how he feels about todays music and the lack of quality music is at this point (18:00). The Opinionated and The Cool get into Hip/Hop nerd talk and discuss the greats of RAP (31:15). The Cool dives into his bag and discusses what is missing from the R&B game in this era. The Talkative joins The Cool in duets as they reminisce in the past to some old school R&B(1:03:10). The conversation got a little heated when discussing who is the greatest artist of all time in the modern era (1:16:35). Instagram *The Opinionated - @JDTheOpinionated *The Talkative - @Crown_Taj *The Cool - @Jsaint_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 40: "The Ops" ft. Truth Tha Merch God Nov 05, 2018

The crew sits down and discuss the biggest drops of the year so far with Truth Tha Merch God. New music from artists like Swizz Beatz, Metro Boomin, Styles P, Action Bronson & much more. We also touched on how relationships might effect lack of creativity and ambition (8:30). The Cool confronts Truth Tha Merch God on his loyalty towards Tyga (31:40). The Cool and The Opinionated gets into setting aside what makes a brother and a sister a brothaah & a sisteraaah (45:30). Serious black movie talk, if you didn't watch these movies are you really black (47:00)? New MUSIC ALERT *Metro Boomin - Not All Heros Wear Capes (1:30) *Takeoff - The Last Rocket (16:15) *Vince Staples - FM! (26:00) *Curren$y, Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist - Fetti (37:00) *Action Bronson - White Bronco (40:20) *Styles P - Dime Bag (58:30) *Swizz Beatz - POISON (1:03:00) *I Used to Know Her: Part 2 - EP - H.E.R. (1:21:00) After we gave all of our takes on all of the albums we listed them from what was our least favorite drop to our favorite drop (1:32:20). Truth Tha Merch God displays his love for Trippie Redd and influences everyone else on the podcast that they should listen to (1:35:00). Please be sure to Subscribe/Follow/Rate/Comment/Like & Share See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 39: "Brief Intermission" Nov 01, 2018

Happy Halloween The crew sits down and brings the energy. In the beginning they discussed their likes and dislikes about Halloween (1:00). The Talkative brought in a list of questions to ask everyone which some questions caused for some deep conversation (11:15). The Cool looks within himself and discusses why his laidback type attitude doesn't bold with his love ones (24:45). The Opinionated goes into a big rant about support in the black and brown community. He shares a special message that everyone else in the room related to and discovers it may not be what people want to hear but they need to hear it (54:40). The Talkative rediscovers herself through this episode and ends up changing her real name (1:40:00). Instagram The Opinionated - @JDTheOpinionated The Talkative - @lala.toya The Cool - @jsaint_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 38: "Uncomfortable Situations" Oct 28, 2018

The crew is back and we are discussing one last coon besides Kanye West. A black 16 year old girl whose name we won't disclose because we can't bring fame to lames. She was recently on the Dr. Phil show discussing why she feels that she is caucasian and not black. We discussed our disgust for the poor child (2:40). The Opinionated shared his uncomfortable story about a situation that happened recently. Then ask everyone how they would had handled the situation (27:00). NEW MUSIC & NEW ARTISTS ALERT (47:00) *Brent Faiyaz *Summer Walker *Joji *MihTy Plus MORE! The Opinionated wanted to discuss his love for J.Cole and how much he means to him in a artistic approach. Then went along to state why he thinks J.Cole has a edge over Kendrick Lamar (1:07:00). Make sure to subscribe, comment and rate on Apple Podcasts. Follow us on Spotify and look for us on all podcasts platforms if you have to. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 37: "Bamboozled" Oct 18, 2018

We lost one of our heroes to the other side, yep you guest it "Kanye Omarie West". Definitely one of the biggest disappointments of the year thus far. The Talkative is completely done with him and The Cool been removed himself but the Opinionated had to put all his anger aside and come to terms with the reality. Kanye West is officially a coon. Listen to our last take on Kanye West (10:00). The crew moves on to Drake on Lebron James new show on HBO "The Shop" and discuss Drake talking about the rules in the rap game. Even touched on who really shared the information about Drake new kid. Was it Drake in house producer "40" girl? Or did Pusha T lie on the Joe Budden Podcast just to throw them off (27:30). Vic Mensa had some words for the recently deceased XXX Tentacion on the BET HipHop awards cypher and people did not like it. How did you guys feel about his apology to his mother posted on his instagram? Did you think he was wrong? Let us know on Twitter @OTCPodcast_ (45:30). NEW MUSIC ALERT!!! The crew gets into the new music that dropped last week and uncover what new drops we are excited to hear (54:45). #AskOTC This week we take in a question asked by a fan (1:22:15). Thank you for supporting. Be sure to Subscribe/Rate/Follow/Comment & Share Instagram: The Opinionated: @JDTheOpinionated The Talkative: @lala.toya The Cool: @JSaint_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 36: "You Asked..." Oct 12, 2018

The crew sits down and get right to the new music they couldn't get to last week. The Opinionated discussed his disappointment for the debut Sheck Wes album that recently came out. The Cool apologizes to Logic for disregarding his music too early. #AskOTC The crew sits down and goes in depth with questions asked by the fans. Keep on sending those questions, we'll get to them. Instagram The Opinionated: @JDTheOpinionated The Talkative: @lala.toya The Cool: @Jsaint_ Follow us on instagram and Twitter @OTCPodcast_ Make sure to Subscribe/Follow/Comment/Rate & Share See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 35: "The False Narrative" Oct 07, 2018

The crew sits down missing one other cast member "The Cool", but The Opinionated and The Talkative worked it out. They started off the conversation discussing Kanye West and all of his media antics regarding politics, worldly issues and his music. The Opinionated shares how he feels on Kanye West and how it hurts us has a black and brown community (2:15). Later in the conversation, they discuss Bill Cosby verdict for the rape charges held against him. The Opinionated gives his honest take on the whole thing while The Talkative debates (31:20). The Talkative brought to the show questions to think about such as: Things you would change? How to take control of your life? How to handle criticism? Listen to our takes on the questions and we want you involved too. Hit us @OTCPodcast_ both on instagram and Twitter. Please Subscribe/Follow/Rate/Comment & Share ! Instagram: The Opinionated: @JDTheOpinionated The Talkative: @lala.toya The Cool: @Jsaint_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 34: "Growth First, Pride Never" Ft. May Thurd Sep 30, 2018

This episode is for everyone seeking growth within themselves no matter what profession. The crew sits down and talks Lil Wayne new project "Tha Carter V". Touches on what's to come from Kanye West new music. Are we even excited for it? Then we sat down with the artist "May Thurd" and talked on many topics (30:45). Topics revolving mental health, the importance of education and solutions to best help the black community. When is too much tough love enough? The crew touch base on how tough love may be perceived by your love ones. Social media, is it the beginning of destruction within the young generation? Can it be turned around? The crew unpacks why they might think social media destroys us mental. We hope you gain something from this episode. The understanding that you are not alone in the mental health battle. We also hope to inspire people that may be feeling like they are out of time, YOU ARE NOT. Find your niche and keep on pushing. Please make sure you Subscribe/Follow/Rate/Comment/Share Instagram: O.T.C Podcast: @OTCPodcast_ The Opinionated: @JDTheOpinionated The Talkative: @lala.toya The Cool: @Jsaint_ May Thurd: @MayThurd_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 33: "What's the Hook?" Sep 21, 2018

The crew sits down and uncover a lot of current events. How did y'all feel about Katt Williams hating on Tiffany Haddish? The crew talks a little bit on their views of Katt Williams and what might had drove him to say these things. Cardi B has been in the headlines a lot recently and It hasn't been for anything positive, we sit down and uncover if Cardi B is a colorist or not. The new iPhone X drops soon, are we tired of Apple selling us cameras or we just like new things? We also discuss the great features in iOS 12 and how It may be beneficial moving forward. LALA Toya has a message for a fan (46:22). KANYE WEST MOVING TO CHICAGO! Do we believe him? Hear our thoughts on Kanye new album announcements (49:50). Lil Wayne dropping Tha Carter V, do you care (58:10)? NEW MUSIC ALERT! 6lack album just dropped last week, LALA Toya talks about her love for the project. The crew goes around and pick their favorite songs off the album (1:06:15). Wale new EP "Free Lunch" dropped, we discuss our favorites and why this might be Wale year (1:16:37). LALA Toya dives into Noname project on a deeper level. Discusses her uniqueness on every track and why she loves her so much (1:23:12). Main Event: Top 10 Hip/Hop albums THUS far (1:40:00). Are You DUMB Segment: Two Racist White Women discuss their "Black men Experience" (1:50:00). Instagram: The Opinionated: @JDTheOpinionated The Talkative: @lala.toya The Cool: @JSaint_ Please be sure to Rate/Comment/Subscribe/Follow See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 32: "808s & Heartbreak" Sep 14, 2018

The crew sits down and have a discussion about mental health and the epidemic it is becoming. How challenging it may be to overcome mental illness and the different outlets you can take to help. Toya gets personal and breaks down what is anxiety and how it feels to have it. She talks about her episodes with depression and much more (4:20). Certain point in the discussion we touched base on Mac Miller and what may had caused him to overdose (23:00). The Crew then sits down and discuss Queen Radio on Apple Music and our thoughts on Nicki Minaj latest rant on Cardi B (34:44). We then moved to our most common segment "Black Excellence" (57:44). Did you guys catch the latest episode of Insecure? We discussed what we loved about it and what we didn't love so much (1:13:00). "NEW MUSIC ALERT" Segment (1:26:00)!!! Remember to Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share, Comment and Rate us. Instagram The Opinionated: @JDTheOpinionated The Talkative: @lala.toya The Cool: @jsaint_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 31: "Trial & Error" Sep 09, 2018

September 8th, 2018 was a sad day when we lost the LEGENDARY Mac Miller. R.I.P King In the very beginning Bari the Cool aired out how he really feels (2:00). Bari also discusses Drake performance at the Barclays (11:00). The Opinionated and The Talkative discuss their experience with Afro Punk and the interaction with Denzel Curry (20:00). The crew settles down and get into the music talk by starting off with Nicki Minaj and Queen Radio (30:00). Talk of the week, Eminem dropped a surprised album "Kamikaze" that mentioned a lot of major names. Was it really starting beef or did he just mention names? Was this the old Eminem or the new one (44:15)? We gave our takes on Joe Budden responses to Eminem (50:25). Also congratulated Joe for his accomplishments with Spotify and Revolt (58:45). Bari touches on his loss of interest for Kanye and talks about how he doesn't want to see Kanye release anymore material besides the Yeezys (1:16:20). We then discussed the latest scandal about the former star Geoffrey Owens on the Cosby Show that was outed on Labor Day for working at Trader Joes (1:40:20). To everyone dealing with mental illness, please know and understand that you're never alone. There are many outlets to go and speak to someone that can help you ease your process on dealing with your illness. Instagram: @otcpodcast_ The Opinionated: @JDTheOpinionated The Talkative: @lala.toya The Cool: @Jsaint_ Subscribe/Comment/Share/Follow See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 30: "Lost Until Found" Ft. A.R Sep 02, 2018

& we ARE BACK! We have up a new and very talented artist "A.R". We discussed his views on Hip/Hop current state, the importance of time and his pathway to evolve as an artist and a man. Listen out for that epic freestyle (46:27).We also touched on mental health and the reasons why mental health is so big in the Black and Brown community & much more. Most of us suffer from mental health and there outlets to help ease the journey. Whether it is talking to a therapist, your friends, your family or just creating. Make sure you find it, you are never alone in your pain. Song in Beginning: Blindfold - A.R Song in the end: No Favors - A.R Instagram: The Opinionated: @JDTheOpinionated The Talkative: @Lala.Toya The Cool: @jsaint_ A.R: @a.rtheartist Subscribe/Share See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 29: "Change Starts with You" Jul 01, 2018

This week the crew sits down and discuss the importance of change, leadership, education and organization within the black and brown community. First we touch on Black Excellence that the BET awards displayed based on some of their performances (3:20). We touch on the tragic death of Junior from the Bronx . A 15 year old kid that died way too early based on a lie & the 44 others that died in the Bronx in the past week due to violence (12:00). Drake season is in full effect and the crew is here for it, are you? Side A or Side B, which one is your favorite? Listen to our takes on the project (29:00). The crew also touches on new music that may or may not drop this year but they do know it is dropping. Also touched on the Teyana Taylor "Rerelease" that was supposed to happen but didn't. Are you here for it? Listen to how we felt about it (1:06:04). REUNITE THE KIDS BRUH!!!!(1:22:00) The Opinionated talks about his views for the future, need for young leadership, education and eventually revolution for CHANGE (1:32:00). Thank you guys for all of the support and love you've shown us this season, we hope you guys still continue to do so for a long time. Please Subscribe/Rate/Comment & Share. Intro Music - GHOST by Jaden Smith Outro Music - Flea Market by Tierra Whack See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 28: "Redemption" Jun 24, 2018

This week O.T.C Podcast had a lot to unravel based on the events that happened in the past week. We discussed XXXTentacion unfortunate death and discussed our personal feelings on him as a artist and a person (2:00). Shared our thoughts on Joe Budden personal feelings towards X, his words for Peter Rosenberg and Ak (16:00). To touch on something lighter the crew moved on to the next segment "Black Excellence" (31:40). The crew shared their takes on this year new XXL Freshmen List and compared it to the past Freshmen lists (49:10). What do you think about the new 2018 freshmen list? The Talkative shared her love for Jorja Smith, The Cool shared his thoughts on new R&B artist Serpentwithfeet & The Opinionated talks on Tierra Whack and her originality (1:00:10). The Cool and The Talkative shared their love for The Carters as The Opinionated gives his less popular opinion on their latest album release (1:24:00). Make sure you Subscribe/Rate/Comment & Share. Blessings Instagram: Opinionated: @ArtisticJD Talkative: @lala.toya The Cool: @jsaint See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 27: "Donald Hitler" Jun 17, 2018

This week the crew sits down and touch base on Nas new album, Donald Trump(Donald Hitler) camps for immigrated kids, Cardi B Rolling Stone cover & much more. Please be sure to Subscribe/Rate/Comment & Share. Blessings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 26: "Love & CuDi" Jun 12, 2018

Cudi, Cudi, Cudi & more Cudi. This week the crew sits down and talk about the album by Kanye West & KiD CuDi "KIDS SEE GHOST". JD & Bari discussed the love for the album, the love for Cudi classic hums, harmonies and the influence he has on Hip/Hop. Also how Ty Dolla $ign got next up and much more. YES this is a episode basically dedicated to Cudi, so we're calling all Cudi fans, fans of MUSIC period to listen to this episode as JD & Bari share their passion for It all. Please don't forget to subscribe/rate/comment & share. Blessings ! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 25: "Ye & Dumb B*tches" Jun 03, 2018

The crew sits down for a honest conversation to discuss Pusha T diss track to Drake. Do you think he went to far rapping about 40 illness? Hear our take on It. We also discussed Kanye West recent album "Ye". We talked about our initial reaction and went in depth with each track. Dumb b*tches, there's a lot of them out there both male and female. Listen in to hear who made the cut this week. Please don't forget to Subscribe/Rate/Comment and Share. Blessings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 24: "Infrared" ft. KidNamedNova May 27, 2018

The crew sits down to discuss a very eventful weekend in HipHop with artist KidNamedNova. We talked to Nova about his inspirations, why he started rapping, his belief on trusting the universe & much more. Plus we touch on new music from Pusha T, ASAP Rocky, and the response from Drake to Pusha. Do you expect to hear Pusha T response in the following week? We hope so. Please be sure to Rate/Comment & Share. Have a great day ! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 23: "The Wicked West" ft. Joe West May 20, 2018

On this episode we have up rapper Joe West to discuss his new found love, Hip/Hop. Joe West describes his upbringing, how Africa changed his perspective and his inspirations in music. The crew also touches on their Top 5 most influential artist in the game. Listen in to hear everyone take on the subject. This week on Black Excellence segment things got a little heated, listen to find out why. Please be sure to Subscribe/Rate/Comment/Share See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 22: "This Is America" May 13, 2018

In this episode the crew wishes a Happy Mother's Day to everyone and shares what their mothers meant to them. Toya shares a very touching message with the people. They also touch base on Childish Gambino new song and video "This Is America" and the social impact it started. New music every Friday but does it all sound the same? Listen to what the crew thinks about the new music in this generation. Please don't forget to Subscribe/Rate/Comment/Share See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 21: "Seeing Both Sides" May 06, 2018

"To give head or not to give head?" That is the question. The crew sits down and touch on the love for the new studio space. Unpacking Kanye West latest rants on TMZ and his sit down with The Breakfast Club "Charlamagne tha God". The live Apollo experience seeing Ms. Lauryn Hill live performance and JD has a take you don't want to miss on his experience with the performance. The crew also dives into DJ Khalid old interview at the Breakfast Club that he doesn't perform oral sex, you don't want to miss LALA Toya little rant about the whole thing. Please don't forget to Subscribe/Rate/Comment/Share See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 20: "False Prophets" Apr 29, 2018

On this episode of O.T.C the crew discuss the storm that took everyone for a shock, "Kanye West". We sit down with rapper and producer AJ Taylor to discuss the different point of views to Kanye's madness, how It may effect the black community, Hip/Hop and what's next for Kanye. How will he get away from all of this? The crew also discuss the Nas and Kelis abuse. Would It effect Nas legacy? Find out our point of views on the latest episode of O.T.C Subscribe/Rate/Comment/Share See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 19: "Time" Apr 22, 2018

On this episode of O.T.C Podcast the crew discuss the new J. Cole album KOD. We also cover on our new segment "Black Excellence" Chadwick Boseman and Lauryn Hill. This episode was based around the concept of "Time" hence the title of this episode. What is time? Are we running out of time? What do you do with your time? Is time a luxury or a gift? Find out on the this episode of O.T.C Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and share. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 18: "Little Lies" ft. Steph The Guest Apr 15, 2018

S3, Episode 5: Little Lies ft. Steph The Guest by Just Different, LALA Toya & Bari See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 17: "AdultFilmServices" ft. Leonard Outlaw Apr 08, 2018

In this episode of O.T.C Podcast we sit down with Leonard Outlaw, co-founder of streetwear brand "AdultFilmServices". We talk about the reasoning behind the name of his brand, trails and tribulation starting the line, future plans for the brand, his biggest influences in fashion and much more. This is something y'all don't want to miss. Please be sure to show support. Subscribe/Rate/Comment/Share See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 16: "Black Excellence" ft. Truth The Merch God Apr 01, 2018

On this episode of O.T.C. podcast we introduce a long time supporter of the show Jay "The Truth" in absence of Mr.Cool. We express our love for Black Panther, congratulate Virgil Abloh the appointed creative director of Luis Vuitton, share our views of Cardi B new Single and discuss The Weeknd new EP. We also show love to an up and coming artist SoSo and his new single S.V.B (Strippers vs Bartenders)which is available on iTunes now. REMEMBER SUPPORT IS FREE ! *PLEASE RATE/COMMENT/SUBSCRIBE. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 15: "Sidetracked" Mar 26, 2018

On this Episode of O.T.C. the cast touched base on America... "Land of the free home of the slaved". They share their views on "The President" and the horrific shootings that has taken place since the year has started. When the conversation was getting heavy The Cool moves in with a diversion to lightened the mood. You don't want to miss this hilarious conversation. *Don't forget to Rate/Comment/Subscribe! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 14: "The Good, the Bad & the Ugly" Mar 26, 2018

O.T.C. is BACK! On this welcoming back episode, the cast discuss THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY of Hip/Hop. They also shine light on the new up and coming artists and make predictions which of the top artists will make a come back. Will Kanye make a come back? Will Drake drop some new heat for the Spring? Will J.Cole bless our ears with some new HEAT? *Special THANK YOU to Gotham Podcast Studio for the beautiful space! Please don't forget to rate/comment/subscribe! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 13: Set Us Free Dec 03, 2017

On this episode of O.T.C, the crew discusses a very touchy topic, Libya. We discuss the amount of people that are enslaved in the world and the reason for it. The crew also tries to come out with a solution to end this atrocious act. Hear our take on the subject. We also discuss the Grammy nominations and give our predictions who will walk away with a Grammy next year. Tune in, you don't want to miss this ! Please be sure to leave a review/rate/share. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 12: Dear Black People Nov 05, 2017

On this episode of O.T.C Podcast, the crew discuss the problems within the black communities, and the corrupt system that plagues it. Hear our solution to it all. Do you have a solution on how to improve the many problems we have in the black community? Talk to us, we want to hear from you on Twitter @OTC_777. Please be sure to subscribe/rate/review if you enjoy what you hear. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 11: "Dear White People" Nov 01, 2017

And we are back the 1st of the month, season 2 of O.T.C. On the first episode of the new season we have discussion on the natural disasters that have plagued the world in the last couple of months. Is the world ending? Should we look into not only protecting ourselves but the world around us? & O.T.C shares their views on white people ignorance. Hear what they say in this episode. Please be sure to Rate/Review/Subscribe See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 10: "The Big One" Sep 24, 2017

The O.T.C crew celebrates their 10th episode! They discuss their favorite features of the iOS 11 update. They also revisit the Kevin Hart scandal. Should Kevin be forgiven? Did Eniko get the same dish she served? Is Cheating forgivable? O.T.C share their views on new albums that dropped. Is Rapsody apart of the top 15 best rappers conversation? Will Kanye drop a album soon? Are we here for it? Also, do you believe in paranormal activity? Tune in... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe & Review See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 9: "Friends...How many of us have them?" Sep 17, 2017

On today's episode of O.T.C the crew introduce Steph da Guest a long time supporter of the show. O.T.C does a hilarious Q & A to get to know Steph da Guest and his friendship with Mr. Cool. LaLa.Toya expresses her views & theories on the Kenneka Jenkins unsolved murder. Will justice be served? Will they solve the case? Please Rate...Subscribe...Review See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 8: "Life Changer" Sep 10, 2017

O.T.C sits down with special guest Stephan to discuss the importance of living a vegan lifestyle. Stephan, a 10 year vegan gives insight on his personal vegan journey. During the conversation he gives advice to listeners who are contemplating the lifestyle change and also gives responses to shut down all the negative misconceptions of being a vegan. Are you willing to meet your meat? Remember to subscribe and write a review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 7: Ft. Jake Lauren Aug 27, 2017

On this episode O.T.C the trio introduces a friend of the show Jake Lauren. O.T.C shares their views on social media & the value of women. What are the pros and cons of social media? How to substain confidence? & why being a sidechick/guy so acceptable in this generation? Also, O.T.C shares their opinions on all the new music that dropped within the last week. Don't forget to write a review and subscribe See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 6: "Charlottesville" Aug 20, 2017

In these days and times we come across hardship within America. What happened in Charlottesville last weekend was something to be disgusted by. All of a sudden 2017 is feeling like 1964. O.T.C talks about being black in America, racial discrimination, the incident in Charlottesville and much more. Be sure to leave a review and subscribe ! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 5: "State Of Emergency" Aug 06, 2017

On the 5th episode of O.T.C we express our thoughts on the NAACP first ever Travel Advisory, in the black community do we have more issues than resolutions? LALA Toya and JD shares more of their vegan journey. Also the crew express their opinions of the Lil Duval controversy, was he wrong? Do comedians have limits? Find out by tuning into this week's episode! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 4: "S.O.S." (Save Ourselves) Jul 30, 2017

In this episode O.T.C reflects on Kendrick's DAMN experience, pays homage to Linkin Park's lead singer Chester Bennington, And discuss "What's The health" and why i's Important to become VEGAN. Happy Birthday to the LALA Toya See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 3: "Let it burn..." Jul 23, 2017

On this episode of O.T.C we discuss Kevin Hart cheating allegations, R.Kelly Sex Cult and Usher's secret plus J.D love for the "natural" & more! You don't want to miss out. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 2: "True Colors" Jul 16, 2017

On this podcast we're discussing real topics about sexuality, Tyler the Creator & being black in America plus more ! You don't want to miss this one. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 1: "The Introduction" Jul 04, 2017

This first episode of the O.T.C podcast we speak on how important the album 4:44 is to the Black Community, Kanye West, Relationships & more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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