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161: The Best and Worst of Hip-Hop Fashion Jun 03, 2019

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Since it's inception, Hip-hop has always been a powerful tool in starting many fashion trends. Some of these were good, some of these were bad, and some still confuse us. As two guys who have been around for many different eras of hip-hop, we've seen it all. In this episode of the most infamous podcast on planet earth, we dive deep into fifteen fashion trends that hip-hop started and decide which were the best and which were the worst.

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160: The Genius Marketing of Run The Jewels May 27, 2019

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When El-P and Killer Mike debuted their Run The Jewels collaboration back in 2013, their runaway success seemed like a perfect storm. While both artists were successful in their own right, Run the Jewels took them to new heights. To the casual eye, their success might simply seem like the result of great timing and great music, but there is much more to it than that. In this episode, we break down the marketing genius of Run the Jewels and explain how their success snowballed so quickly and how you can enlist these same tactics in your next project. Let's go!

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159: Behind The Studio Remodel May 20, 2019

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Those who have watched the video-version of our podcast have noticed that we have upgraded the set and production quality of the show a couple weeks ago. This upgrade has sparked many questions from our listeners about the studio remodel. In this episode, we dive deep into the remodel to explain every detail--from hiring contractors, to sound design, to the cost--in hopes that this episode will prepare anybody interested in doing the same.

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158: How to Survive a Recession May 13, 2019

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Anyone who has worked in this country understands how trying it can be to find a job, let alone keep a job you already have. Even for those who are model employees, circumstances beyond your control can leave you jobless and unsure where your next paycheck is going to come from. In this episode, we take on a listener suggested topic and talk about how to survive a recession, so you can stay on top even when times get tough.

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157: The Carnage Cheat Code May 06, 2019

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If you've paid attention to the Minneapolis hip-hop scene as long as we have, then have probably heard of MC and Beatboxer Carnage the Executioner. A close friend and collaborator with Eyedea, and a part of the extended Rhymesayers crew, Carnage has been tearing up stages for a long time. This week on the most infamous podcast on planet earth, we dive deep into his history, and breakdown the traits that have made Carnage successful. Lets go!

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156: Why Jay Electronica Will Never Release an Album Apr 29, 2019

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When Jay Electronica first burst onto the hip-hop scene, his talent on the mic caused many people to predict that he would be the next great MC, following the path of Biggie, Nas, & Jay Z. Since then, he has signed to Roc Nation management, done some high-profile collaborations, and dropped a few singles here and there--but no album has been released. It has now been ten years since his classic single "Exhibit C" has been released and many of his fans are frustrated. In this episode, we break down ten reasons why Jay Electronica will never release an album.

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155: Dealing With Hecklers Apr 22, 2019

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If you've ever done anything in public--from live performances, to public speaking--you have probably had nightmares about a heckler showing up and ruining it. As touring artists, we have had our fair share of random strangers and so-called fans try to derail our performances with heckling. In this episode, we share stories of our worst experiences and explain what we've learned from it. These stories and lessons may be music-related, but they apply to life in general. Let's go!

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154: How to Be Patient With Yourself Apr 15, 2019

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If you've worked on any project long enough, you know how frustrating it can be when your progress slows down tremendously. During these moments, it's very easy to lose patience with yourself. Whether it's negative inner-dialog, or considering quitting altogether, a lack of patience can be destructive to our work. In this episode, we talk about six things that will help you develop the patience necessary to make it thru these times of slow progress.

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153: How Artists Get Jerked Apr 08, 2019

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No matter who you are or what you do for a living, you've probably been in a situation where you felt you were taken advantage of. In the music industry, there are so many stories about artists getting jerked by record labels and managers that people don't even bat an eye at it anymore. In this episode of the most infamous podcast on planet earth, we dive deep into ten things artists mistakenly do that increase the likelihood they will get jerked in their business dealings. Let's go!

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152: The J-Zone Cheat Code Apr 01, 2019

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If you've been a fan of underground hip-hop as long as we have, then you probably know who MC/Producer J-Zone is. After releasing his 2011 book, Root for the Villain, which detailed the collapse of his rap career, he began his transition from a hip-hop artist into a full-time drummer. This week on the most infamous podcast on planet earth, we dive deep into his journey and breakdown the traits that have made J-Zone successful. This is one for the books. Lets go!

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