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All About Beef Jul 11, 2022

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Confucius and Fresh discuss why people love rap beefs so much. Then they break down what factors might play into artists not living up to the hype surrounding them. You’ll learn Hip-Hop Facts about Mystikal’s history with No Limit, Scarface’s early days as a DJ, how Lil Wayne was inspired by Jay-Z, who Quincy Jones originally wanted to pitch “She’s Out of My Life” to, and more!

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Grammy Family Jul 04, 2022

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After hearing Candace Owen’s comments about Jay-Z on DJ Akademiks’ podcast, Fresh and Confucius debate whether or not we should expect rappers to live life the way they encourage their fans to live. Then both hosts celebrate becoming members of the organization that puts on the Grammys – the Recording Academy! This week on Hip-Hop Facts you’ll learn about why Michael Jackson turned down a…

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Hip Hop’s Holdouts on House Music Jun 27, 2022

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Does the act of Beyonce and Drake putting their feet into the house music pool hurt the momentum of hip hop? Confucius & Fresh discuss the implications and ramifications of that argument, then react to Chris Brown’s comment that hip-hop’s dominance has made R&B obsolete. Confucius’ Hip Hop Facts include an interaction between Omar Epps and Tupac Shakur on the set of Juice, Jay-Z’s still…

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Stand Up Comedy and Juneteenth Jun 20, 2022

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In the first segment of this episode, Confucius and Fresh interview comedians Rochelle Genivive Clinton, Dasharae, Daniel West, and Jordan McDonald. For Hip Hop Facts Fresh talks about Nick Cannon’s pre-Wildin’ Out backing by Will Smith, the myth that Naughty By Nature’s Treach left a reptilian surprise for Tommy Boy Records CEO Tom Silverman, and DJ Premier’s unexpected discovery of Travis…

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Rolling Stone’s “200 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time” Jun 13, 2022

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Confucius and Fresh react to Rolling Stone‘s “200 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums of All Time” and inspired by 21 Savage, discuss the prospect of getting money and fame in a lower class community without inviting a RICO case or having your neighborhood turn your back on you. You’ll hear Hip-Hop Facts about Yo! MTV Raps, the soundtrack to the 1997 film Booty Call, Fresh Fest, a celebrity ventriloquist…

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Mo’Nique vs DL Jun 06, 2022

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Confucius and Fresh discuss the recent conflict between Mo’Nique and DL Hughley and talk about the golden age of streetball and the AND1 mixtapes. You’ll learn Hip-Hop Facts about Black Music Month, the time Will Smith hit Anthony Mackie, Big K.R.I.T.’s baseball connection, Fat Joe’s start in hip-hop, and more. Fresh states the Unpopular Opinion that not everyone is cut out to be a creative…

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Are Rap Lyrics Evidence? May 30, 2022

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Fresh and Confucius talk about the recent arrests of Young Thug and Gunna, and discuss whether rap lyrics should be used as evidence. They also debate whether N.O.R.E was right when he called out artists who give more respect to big-name interviewers than they do to interviewers from the culture. You’ll learn Hip-Hop Facts about the first time Biggie and Diddy did a certain drug, why Bun B went…

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The Breaks: Celebrating DJ Screw w/Lance Scott Walker May 23, 2022

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Confucius and Fresh talk to Lance Scott Walker about his new book DJ Screw: A Life in Slow Revolution. You’ll learn Hip-Hop Facts about Outkast’s “So Fresh, So Clean (Remix),” the truth about Anderson Paak’s upbringing, how Quincy Jones tried to buy The Source and more. Fresh states the Unpopular Opinion that Life of Pablo isn’t a top 5 Kanye album. Confucius talks about the baby formula…

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The Return of Kendrick May 16, 2022

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Fresh and Confucius talk about the release of Kendrick Lamar’s latest album, and Young Thug’s recent arrest and racketeering charges. This week on Hip-Hop Facts you’ll learn about Lil Boosie’s time on death row, Travis Scott’s time in a rap duo with OG Chess, why Jay-Z had a problem with A$AP Rocky, and more! Fresh states the Unpopular Opinion that despite his many missteps…

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Attack on Dave May 09, 2022

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Confucius and Fresh discuss the recent incident at a Dave Chappelle show where a fan jumped on stage and attacked him and muse on the recent nominations to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. You’ll learn Hip-Hop Facts about the connection between Run-DMC, Suge Knight, and 2Pac, CeeLo Green’s criminal past, the connection between Young Thug and Lil Baby, the connection between Future and Dungeon…

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