Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss their deepest, darkest thoughts about the millennial lifestyle: rap music, video games, anime, Youtube, social media, etc. and their underlying themes.
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'WandaVision' and the Problem With Disney Monoculture | Sound Only
Jan 20, 2021
Justin Charity and Micah Peters break down the Marvel show ‘WandaVision’ streaming on Disney+. They discuss the first two episodes (0:25) before comparing 'WandaVision' to other shows within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (15:25) and talking through the impact of Disney’s monoculture (32:15).
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the 'Sound Only' syllabus here.
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
How Netflix's 'Lupin' Steals the Show | Sound Only
Jan 13, 2021
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss the newly added French Netflix show ‘Lupin’ (0:40). They weigh in on the stylistic approach this show takes and why they are hooked (14:00), before comparing it to other shows such as ‘Lupin the Third’ (31:20).
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the 'Sound Only' syllabus here.
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Why Is 'Wonder Woman 1984' Like This? | Sound Only
Jan 06, 2021
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss ‘Wonder Woman 1984,’ the latest DC film to hit the big screen. They weigh in on the movie's execution (0:30) and dive deeper into what makes adapted superhero films succeed or flop (19:40). They then strategize solutions for the process of adapting comic books to film, starting with ‘Batman’ (31:38).
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the 'Sound Only' syllabus here.
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
A 'Sound Only' Mailbag About 'Cyberpunk 2077,' Anime, and More | Sound Only
Dec 23, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss their most recent thoughts about ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ before opening up the mailbag and answering your questions about all things anime, video games, music criticism, and much more!
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the 'Sound Only' syllabus here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPKujGyjm0w0Gni8zDNqtNTN-9xNUsNv4G_ZfUlRjEY/edit
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Game Over for Cyberpunk 2077 | Sound Only
Dec 16, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss the release of the highly anticipated, 100+ hour-long video game, ‘Cyberpunk 2077.’ They address the glitches and problems users are encountering and discuss their own experiences playing the game (0:45). They then break down games such as ‘Death Stranding,’ ‘The Evil Within,’ and ‘Metal Gear Solid V,’ to discuss their appeal (14:00) and the dynamic of one’s relationship with their favorite video game (37:05).
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the 'Sound Only' syllabus here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPKujGyjm0w0Gni8zDNqtNTN-9xNUsNv4G_ZfUlRjEY/edit
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
The Serial Excellence of Steve McQueen's ‘Small Axe’ | Sound Only
Dec 09, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters are breaking down Steve McQueen's anthology series, 'Small Axe.'They discuss the films ‘Mangrove,’ ‘Lovers Rock,’ and ‘Red, White and Blue,’ and express the series' success covering the nonfiction stories about the West Indian communities of Britain in the '60s, '70s, and '80s.
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the 'Sound Only' syllabus here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPKujGyjm0w0Gni8zDNqtNTN-9xNUsNv4G_ZfUlRjEY/edit
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Why Do Artists and Fans Crave Validation From the Grammys? | Sound Only
Dec 02, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters are talking about rappers and respect. They address Young Thug criticizing André 3000 on T.I.’s ‘expediTIously’ podcast (1:00) before discussing the ongoing cycle between award shows like The Grammys and their nominations (13:00) and why artists crave validation in the form of award shows (24:30).
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the 'Sound Only' syllabus here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPKujGyjm0w0Gni8zDNqtNTN-9xNUsNv4G_ZfUlRjEY/edit
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
The Sound Only Guide to ‘Cowboy Bebop’ | Sound Only
Nov 25, 2020
The 'Sound Only' guide to ‘Cowboy Bebop’ is here! Justin Charity and Micah Peters are breaking down the legacy, story structure, writing, production, and sound design of 'Cowboy Bebop' and much more! They then weigh in on the future live-action Netflix adaptation that may be released in 2021.
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the 'Sound Only' syllabus here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPKujGyjm0w0Gni8zDNqtNTN-9xNUsNv4G_ZfUlRjEY/edit
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Is Tekashi 6ix9ine Interesting Enough for a Documentary? | Sound Only
Nov 18, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss the surprise documentary ‘69: The Saga of Danny Hernandez.’ They weigh in on how the documentary captures the image of Tekashi 6ix9ine: his persona vs. the person described by his peers (1:30), his music and how he compares to rappers such as 50 Cent and Eminem (18:15), and his unique provocations (42:30).
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the ‘Sound Only’ syllabus here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPKujGyjm0w0Gni8zDNqtNTN-9xNUsNv4G_ZfUlRjEY/edit
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Dave Chappelle During the Trump Years | Sound Only
Nov 11, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss the role that comedian Dave Chappelle has found himself in as our society looks to him for guidance through his political and racial commentary. They examine his role as a Black comedian in moments such as Donald Trump's election, the George Floyd protests, and Joe Biden's victory last week (1:00) while further discussing the expectations his audience has (16:20) and whether or not he remains up to the task (29:10).
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the ‘Sound Only’ syllabus here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPKujGyjm0w0Gni8zDNqtNTN-9xNUsNv4G_ZfUlRjEY/edit
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Star Wars Talk: 'The Mandalorian,' Squadrons, and Relitigating 'The Rise of Skywalker' | Sound Only
Nov 04, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss 'The Mandalorian' and its role in the Star Wars franchise. Charity and Micah also talk about Squadrons, the latest Star Wars video game (20:30), and Charity complains about 'The Rise of Skywalker,' which he only recently forced himself to watch for the first time (23:00). Micah and Charity then discuss the future of Star Wars in movies and TV (37:50).
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the ‘Sound Only’ syllabus here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPKujGyjm0w0Gni8zDNqtNTN-9xNUsNv4G_ZfUlRjEY/edit
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
No Country for Lovecraft | Sound Only
Oct 28, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters argue about the HBO series 'Lovecraft Country.' They discuss the show's unusual appeal (1:00), its polarized reception (17:00), and its political imperatives as a story about Black characters and racist violence (41:10).
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the ‘Sound Only’ syllabus here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPKujGyjm0w0Gni8zDNqtNTN-9xNUsNv4G_ZfUlRjEY/edit
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Donald Trump, Ice Cube, and Other Rappers | Sound Only
Oct 23, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters break down the political themes embodied in celebrities' contribution to politics. They discuss Ice Cube's cooperation with the Trump campaign and his contract with Black America, Killer Mike's meeting with Brian Kemp, and the leading Black celebrity contrarian, Kanye West.
For episode guides and further readings and recommendations, check out the ‘Sound Only’ syllabus here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPKujGyjm0w0Gni8zDNqtNTN-9xNUsNv4G_ZfUlRjEY/edit
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Do We Need Another Batman | Sound Only
Oct 14, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss the set photos from Matt Reeves's forthcoming 'The Batman,' the superhero movie attention economy, the "essence" of superhero movies, and how that "essence" may lead to critical exhaustion.
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
The Music and Mythmaking of Jay Electronica | Sound Only
Oct 07, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss Jay Electronica. They talk about the release of his second album, 'Act II: The Patents of Nobility (The Turn)' (1:25); compare it to his previous album, ‘A Written Testimony’ (21:38); and consider the rapper's bewildering trajectory in the past decade (32:38).
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
'TFW No GF' | Sound Only
Sep 30, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss documentarian Alex Moyer and her new documentary 'TFW No GF,' which profiles disaffected young men online. They break down the documentary (3:30), movies and shows that evoke similar discourse (28:45), and the subculture ingrained in the content (44:15).
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
PlayStation 5, Console Wars, and the Battle of Best Buy | Sound Only
Sep 23, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss the release of the Playstation 5. They break down the pre-order fiasco involving hackers and scalpers (0:45), the hype that surrounds a new gaming console (21:25), and the end of the previous console generation (40:25).
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
This Is How Travis Scott Dunks His Fries | Sound Only
Sep 16, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss McDonald’s newest partnership with rapper Travis Scott. They talk about his collaboration with McDonald’s, which includes merch, as well as the Travis Scott meal with a Quarter Pounder (0:13). Then they discuss the type of celebrity Travis Scott is (13:25), and what attracts millennials to this type of artistry and persona (43:43).
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Avatar, Anime, and Animated Action | Sound Only
Sep 09, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters talk about 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' a mid-2000s American animated TV Series that has made its return to Netflix. They discuss their personal relationship with the animation (0:35), the show's enduring popularity (20:30), and what makes a particular animation feel "American" (47:58).
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Revisiting Chadwick Boseman's Wakanda | Sound Only
Sep 02, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters remember actor Chadwick Boseman. They talk about his sudden death (1:00), some of his most iconic roles (17:15), and the impact he had on so many (39:10).
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Megan Thee Stallion, Tory Lanez, and the Trivialization of Celebrity Violence | Sound Only
Aug 26, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters talk about the incident in which Megan Thee Stallion says Tory Lanez shot her (3:00). They break down the tendency to trivialize violence among celebrities, such as Chris Brown and Rihanna (13:50). Then, they talk about the distinction between street business and fan content (32:15).
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
The State vs. Slowed + Reverb | Sound Only
Aug 19, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters compare the emergent musical-remix style slowed + reverb to its formative influence, chopped and screwed (1:30), discuss the new style's resonance on TikTok (16:20), and break down the critical distance between millennials and Zoomers. (26:40).
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Charity vs. Peters | Sound Only
Aug 11, 2020
Justin Charity and Micah Peters discuss the popular web video series 'Verzuz,' which pits two musical acts against one another in a livestream cipher. Charity and Micah break down the recent 2 Chainz vs. Rick Ross matchup and then discuss the larger significance of 'Verzuz' reinvigorating hip-hop during an otherwise dismal, restrictive year.
Hosts: Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Introducing 'Sound Only' With Justin Charity and Micah Peters
Aug 04, 2020
Ringer staff writers Justin Charity and Micah Peters are back with their podcast, 'Sound Only,' now airing weekly. Follow along as they discuss their deepest, darkest thoughts about the millennial lifestyle: rap music, video games, anime, YouTube, social media, and more.
'The End of Evangelion' | Sound Only
Jul 09, 2019
Finally, we discuss 'The End of Evangelion' in comparison with the TV series finale and the modern temptation to discount the show’s characters and sexuality as “problematic.”
Episodes discussed: 27 - 28
Hosts: Justin Charity, Micah Peters
Kaworu Nagisa | Sound Only
Jul 03, 2019
We discuss the final episodes of ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion,’ which introduce the final pilot as well as the final Angel before ending the series on a cathartic if bewildering final note. (Don’t worry, we’ll cover ‘The End of Evangelion’ in the sixth and final episode of 'Sound Only.')
Episodes discussed: 22-26
Hosts: Justin Charity, Micah Peters
Toji Suzuhara | Sound Only
Jul 02, 2019
We discuss episodes 15 through 21 of ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion,’ which puts Toji in the cockpit of the brand-new Unit-03. Meanwhile, Kaji leads a dangerous investigation of NERV, the Angel in Terminal Dogma, and the real cause of Second Impact.
Episodes discussed: 15 - 21
Hosts: Justin Charity, Micah Peters
Asuka Langley Soryu | Sound Only
Jun 28, 2019
We discuss episodes 8 through 14 of ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion,’ which introduce us to Asuka Langley Soryu, the hot-headed pilot of Unit-02, and which also begin to grapple with the intriguing backstories for Misato, Ritsuko, and Kaji.
Episodes covered: 8 - 14
Hosts: Justin Charity, Micah Peters
Rei Ayanami | Sound Only
Jun 25, 2019
We talk about the arrival of ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ on Netflix and the changes that accompanied the new release (00:00) before breaking down episodes three through seven, which introduce us to Rei Ayanami, the pilot of Evangelion Unit-00 (08:42).
Episodes covered: 3 - 7
Hosts: Justin Charity, Micah Peters
Who Is Shinji? What Is Eva? | Sound Only
Jun 21, 2019
In the first episode of our six-part miniseries on the 1995 classic ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion,’ we break down the context of the show, explain its importance and impact in both anime and the TV canon, and discuss the show's main character, Shinji Ikari (00:00). Then we analyze the first two episodes, “Angel Attack” and “The Beast” (32:43).
Episodes covered: 1 - 2
Hosts: Justin Charity, Micah Peters
The Trends That Shaped the Year In Music
Jan 03, 2019
Track 1: Outlaw Country, Female Rappers, and Memphis Sound Feat. Israel Daramola
Track 2: Queer Pop and Singer-Songwriters Feat. Danny Chau
Track 3: Mailbag Feat. Donnie Kwak
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
The Best Albums of the Year (That You Might Have Missed)
Dec 28, 2018
Track 1: Cardi B, Janelle Monáe, Parquet Courts, and More Feat. Rob Harvilla
Track 2: The Pistol Annies and Garth Brooks Live Feat. Tyler Parker
Further Reading:
The Best Albums of 2018, Shea Serrano and Rob Harvilla
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Kanye vs. Drake Part Infinity and Underrated Rap Releases of the Year Feat. Alphonse Pierre
Dec 19, 2018
Track 1: Making Sense of Kanye and Drake’s (Twitter) Rap Beef
Track 2: Revising The 10 Most Underrated Rap Albums of 2018
Further Reading:
The Year in Drake: Did He Win or Lose 2018?, Alphonse Pierre
The Best Rap Albums of 2018, Pitchfork
How 2018 Marked a New Era of Trolling in Hip-Hop, Stephen Kearse
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Shad on His New Album and ‘Hip-Hop Evolution’
Dec 12, 2018
Track 1: Shad’s New Album, ‘A Short Story About a War’
Track 2: How Interviewing and ‘Hip-Hop Evolution’ Have Influenced His Music
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Free for All: Eminem, J.I.D., and the 1975
Dec 05, 2018
Track 1: Eminem’s Interminable Freestyle Feat. Donnie Kwak
Track 2: J.I.D.’s “DiCaprio 2” Feat. Charles Holmes
Track 3: The 1975’s “A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships” Feat. Justin Sayles
Further Reading:
Screaming F-ck the Free World: What If Life Were One Big Rap Battle?, Donnie Kwak
The 10 Most Underrated Rap Albums of 2018, The Ringer Staff
How J.I.D Got Better, Faster, and More Brutal, Charles Holmes
A Brief Inquiry Into the 1975: Our Instant Reactions to One of the Year’s Best Albums, Justin Sayles
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
You Do Know Her: Mariah Carey Is Back With ‘Caution’
Nov 29, 2018
Track 1: Mariah Carey’s ‘Caution’ Feat. Lindsay Zoladz
Track 2: Music Recommendations Feat. Paul Thompson
Further Reading:
I Do Know Her: The Undying Diva Power of Mariah Carey, Lindsay Zoladz
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Visiting ‘Oxnard’ and Revisiting ‘The Black Album’
Nov 21, 2018
Track 1: Anderson .Paak’s “Oxnard” Feat. Danny Chau
Track 2: 15 Years of Jay-Z's “The Black Album” Feat. Sean Fennessey
Further Reading:
Anderson .Paak Remains Great, Even If ‘Oxnard’ Is Only Good, Micah Peters
Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
The Rapture of Genre Blending: Smino's and Lil Peep’s New Albums
Nov 14, 2018
Track 1: Smino’s New Album 'NOIR' Feat. Hannah Giorgis
Track 2: 'Come Over When You’re Sober, Pt. 2' Feat. Justin Sayles
Further Reading:
Smino’s Funky Raps Soothe the Soul, Hannah Giorgis
Lil Peep’s First Posthumous Effort Is a Monster of a Pop-Punk Album, Justin Sayles
Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Vince Staples Is Back With a Bang
Nov 07, 2018
Track 1: Contextualizing Ariana Grande’s ‘thank u, next’ Feat. Rob Harvilla
Track 2: Vince Staples’s ‘FM!’ Is the Rap Album of the Year Feat. Shea Serrano
Track 3: Mac Miller: A Celebration of Life Feat. Rembert Browne
Further Reading:
Ariana Grande’s “Thank U, Next” Is the Sweetest, Most Cutting Diss Track of the Year, Rob Harvilla
Two Reviews of Vince Staples’s ‘FM!,’ the Rap Album of the Year, Shea Serrano
The Magnetic Charm of Mac Miller, Rembert Browne
Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Robyn’s ‘Honey,’ Nicki’s Spice, and Cardi’s Venom
Oct 31, 2018
Track 1: Robyn’s New Album 'Honey' Takes Some Adjusting To
Track 2: Nicki Minaj and Cardi B Are Still Going at It, We Guess
Further Reading:
Dancing on Her Own: The Exhilarating Singularity of Robyn
Nicki Minaj Adopted Social Media Warfare, but Cardi B Was Born in It
“Honey,” Reviewed: Robyn Has Returned, and She Has What You Want
Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
All Nostalgia Everything: 'Mid90s' and Greta Van Fleet
Oct 24, 2018
Track 1: How Did Skating Get to Be So Hip-Hop? Feat. AmirSaysNothing
Track 2: Greta Van Fleet's 'Anthem of the Peaceful Army' Feat. Lindsay Zoladz
Further Reading:
- Greta Van Fleet Just Want to Impress Their Parents
- Jonah Hill on the Personal and Powerful ‘Mid90s’
- Those Were the Days: How ‘Mid90s’ Makes Good on the Promise of Its Title
Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Zach Mack and Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Broncho > Huncho
Oct 17, 2018
Track 1: Quavo ... Solo? feat. Israel Daramola
Track 2: Broncho’s Good ‘Bad Behavior’ feat. Nate Scott
Further Reading:
- Drake Aired Out Kanye West to LeBron James on ‘The Shop’
- There Is Nothing Left to Feel About Kanye West
Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Zach Mack and Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Lady Gaga, Lil Baby, and Gunna: Drip HAAAAAAA-AAAAAAAAAHH-AH-AH-AAAAArder
Oct 10, 2018
Track 1: A Star Is Born ... But Is It Good? Feat. Rob Harvilla
Track 2: Alphonse Pierre on Lil Baby, Gunna, and Sheck Wes
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Zach Mack and Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Lil Wayne Finally Unveils 'Tha Carter V'
Oct 04, 2018
Track 1: Lil Wayne's Everlasting Career feat. Donnie Kwak
Track 2: Chris Ryan Recommends ...
Further Reading:
- Lil Wayne and ‘Tha Carter V’ Are Finally Free
- Lil Wayne Is Back … but Is Lil Wayne Back? Instant Reactions to ‘Tha Carter V’ Album
Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Zach Mack and Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
The Evolution of Leon Bridges
Sep 26, 2018
Track 1: Leon Bridges Aims to "Switch It Up"
Track 2: Lindsay Zoladz Has Music Recs!
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Zach Mack and Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
The Rap Beef Report
Sep 20, 2018
Track 1: Donnie's Guide to Rap Beef
Track 2: Pell's Come Up
Further Reading
- A Ringer Review of Eminem’s Song “The Ringer” by Donnie Kwak
- Drama ‘Queen’: The Walking Contradictions and Multiple Personalities of Nicki Minaj by Lindsay Zoladz
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Zach Mack and Bobby Wagner
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Mac Miller, 1992-2018
Sep 11, 2018
Track 1: Remembering Mac Miller feat. Peter Rosenberg
Track 2: Mac Miller, the Collaborator, feat. Jon Tanners
Further Reading
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Syd Bennett of The Internet and Bill Simmons Stop By
Sep 05, 2018
Track 1: Syd Bennett Sounds Off
Track 2: Bill Simmons Explains His Playlists
Further Listening:
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill 20 Years Later
Aug 29, 2018
Track 1: Lauryn Hill's Legacy With Joan Morgan
Track 2: Recommendations With Matt James
Further Reading:
- The Culture Isn’t Finished With ‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’—and Neither Is She
- She Begat This: 20 Years of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Paying Respect to Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul
Aug 22, 2018
Track 1: Highlights from Ariana Grande’s 'Sweetener' feat. Lindsay Zoladz
Track 2: Young Thug’s 'Slime Language' feat. Shea Serrano
Track 3: Remembering Aretha Franklin feat. Hanif Abdurraqib
Further Reading:
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
2018’s Definitive Song of the Summer
Aug 15, 2018
Track 1: The Songs of Summer That Weren’t Feat. Nate Sloan and Charlie Harding
Track 2: The Countdown to No. 1
Further Reading:
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Welcome to Travis Scott’s ‘Astroworld’
Aug 08, 2018
Track 1: Travis Scott Figures It Out With ‘Astroworld’ feat. Michael Uzowuru
Track 2: Listen to This
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Nicki Minaj, WYD?
Aug 01, 2018
Track 1: What is happening with Nicki Minaj? feat. Lindsay Zoladz
Track 2: Music Worth Listening To feat. Rob Harvilla
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
21 Years Later, Missy Elliott Remains ‘Supa Dupa Fly’
Jul 18, 2018
Track 1: Missy Elliott’s ‘Supa Dupa Fly’ Turns 21 feat. Justin Charity
Track 2: ICYMI: The Releases You Missed This Year feat. Chris Ryan
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
How a Song Becomes a Viral Hit
Jul 12, 2018
Track 1: How "Boo’d Up" and Other Hit Singles Become Hits (feat. Victor Luckerson)
Track 2: Blue Racks and New Tracks
Track 3: Music You Need
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
How Much Drake Is Too Much Drake?
Jul 02, 2018
The Ringer's Micah Peters and music writer Amani Bin Shikhan discuss what Drake represents to black people in Toronto (2:27), the drama surrounding the 'Scorpion' rollout (10:45), and their ideal version of the album if they could cut the track list down from 25 songs to seven (20:35).
More from The Ringer:
- Daddy Issues: On ‘Scorpion,’ Drake Is a Father of Many Styles—and Also a Child
- Yes, There’s More: the Literal and Spiritual Exhaustion of Drake’s ‘Scorpion’
- The ‘Scorpion’ Exit Survey
Kanye West’s No–G.O.O.D Month of Music
Jun 27, 2018
Track 1: Reflecting on G.O.O.D Music’s Five Albums in Five Weeks (feat. Justin Charity)
Track 2: The Mismanagement of Teyana Taylor (feat. Hannah Giorgis)
Track 3: The Music You Need to Listen to Right Now
Bonus:
- When the GOOD Music Isn’t Good: The Sad, Crappy Demise of Kanye West’s Maximalism
- Teyana Taylor’s Music Has Matured, but Has Her Label?
- Into the Wild With Kanye West
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
XXXTentacion’s Untimely Death and Complicated Legacy
Jun 20, 2018
Track 1: Grappling With XXXTentacion’s Death feat. Lindsay Zoladz
Track 2: Gaslight Anthem’s 'The ‘59 Sound’ in Retrospect feat. Robert Mays
Bonus:
- Odd Future: The Death of XXXTentacion and Rap’s Generational Crisis
- The Unsolvable Difficulty of XXXTentacion’s Death
- Can Spotify Solve the Art-vs.-Artist Problem?
- “A Strange Bolt of Lightning”: The Oral History of the Gaslight Anthem’s ‘The ’59 Sound’
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
It's a Bey-mergency (Featuring Jay-Z)
Jun 18, 2018
The Ringer's Micah Peters and writer Bolu Babalola discuss Beyoncé and Jay-Z's surprise joint album, 'Everything Is Love.' They talk about what it was like for Bolu to be at the On the Run II Tour when the album dropped (2:45), Beyoncé the rapper (11:11), and their favorite tracks (23:22).
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Kid Cudi and Kanye West Exercise Restraint
Jun 13, 2018
Track 1: ‘Kids See Ghosts’ (and 404 Errors) Feat. Hanif Abdurraqib
Track 2: Dissecting Frank Ocean With Cole Cuchna
Track 3: Music You Need Right Now
Bonus:
- Kid Cudi and Kanye West Bring Out the Best in Each Other on ‘Kids See Ghosts’
- Kid Cudi and the pursuit of happiness
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
The Kanye West Paradox
Jun 05, 2018
Track 1: ‘Ye’ Reviewed, Unpacked, and Dismantled (feat. The Ringer’s Sean Fennessey)
Track 2: Leaving the Church of Kanye (feat. Judnick Mayard)
Track 3: The Non-Kanye Recommendations You Need
Bonus:
- Make ‘Ye’ Great Again: Kanye West’s New Album Is Not Worth the Mental Gymnastics It Demands
- The ‘Ye’ Exit Survey
- The Kanye West talk white people couldn't handle
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Rap Beef Emergency: Drake vs. Pusha T
May 30, 2018
Track 1: The Drake–Pusha T Rap Beef Just Got Really, Really Real feat. The Ringer's Donnie Kwak
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Don't Call It a Comeback (Janet Jackson Is Still Killing It)
May 23, 2018
Track 1: Janet Jackson Is an Icon feat. Michael Arceneaux
Track 2: Meek Mill Is Free. Now What? feat. The Ringer's Justin Charity
Track 3: The Music You Need to Listen to Right Now
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Bonus:
- Dreams and Nightmares, Deferred: The Unlikely and Extraordinary Freedom of Meek Mill by Justin Charity
- Justin Timberlake Claims He Made Peace With Janet Jackson, so Why Do I Still Want Michael Jackson’s Ghost to Haunt Him in Retaliation? by Micheal Arceneaux
- Micheal Arceneaux's 'I Can't Date Jesus'
Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Theme song by: Pell
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network
Why Is Post Malone Dominating the Charts?
May 15, 2018
Track 1: The Post Malone Debate ft. the Ringer’s Donnie Kwak (1:18)
Track 2: Spotify’s Slippery Slope ft. David Turner, Gizmodo Media Group Staff Writer (14:13)
Bonus:
Can Spotify Solve the Art-vs.-Artist Problem? by Rob Harvilla
On the Sad Sweetness of André 3000’s Return by Micah Peters
Penny Fractions, A Newsletter about Music Streaming by David Turner
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Credits:
Hosted by: Micah Peters
Produced by: Agerenesh Ashagre and Zach Mack
Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network