8793 Podcast

Episode 038 | Hype & Justice

 
This week, we lead off with a controversial moment the internet couldn’t look away from — Adin Ross & Doechii.
From “industry plant” accusations to disrespectful comments and Doechii’s slick musical response alongside SZA — we ask the real question: is it colorism, are industry plant conversations ever valid, or are they just lazy ways to dismiss talent when artists break through too fast?
 
From there, we get into Stefon Diggs & the chef lawsuit — should elite athletes be held to higher standards because of their status, or is “better judgment” just a phrase we throw around after things go left? Is accountability really about prevention, or do we only care once the optics look bad?
Next up, we zoom out to the global stage with Trump, Venezuela & the illusion of power. When military action is framed as protection, what’s actually being protected — people, resources, or influence? And how often do we learn the truth behind invasions only after the damage is already done?
Then we settle a Hip-Hop debate: Who had the best run?
Nas — 1994–199650 Cent — 2004–2006Kanye West — 2004-2007Drake — 2009–2011
Is the greatest run about dominance, impact, or permanently shifting the culture? And does a short, untouchable peak beat a longer run filled with highs, risks, and reinvention?
 
Premium laughs | Real takes onlyWelcome to The 8793 PodcastFueled by #TheAwkwardGeniusNetworkSubscribe on YouTube for weekly episodes#8793Podcast

Episode 037 | Wins & Wrap-Ups

It’s the end of the year and the squad is back this  week, we start on a heavy note reacting to the tragic news surrounding Anthony Joshua, following reports that he lost his longtime personal trainer and conditioning coach in a fatal car crash in Nigeria. We talk legacy, loss, and how moments like this remind us that greatness still comes with real-life pain behind the scenes.
From there, we lock into our Year-End Wrap Up, breaking down the music that defined 2025. Did boom bap really make a comeback, or was it a year owned by names like The Clipse, Davido, Wale, or NBA YoungBoy? We run through our Top 5 songs, albums, and artists of the year — plus whether your year-end stats told the truth or exposed the lies you thought you were living by. What aged the best, and what records fell off fast?
Next up, we get into Movies & Documentaries. Did Sinners and 50 Cent dominate the culture with the Diddy documentary, or were there other films and docs that quietly stole the year? We name our Top 3, call out the biggest surprise, and unpack what was way more hype than substance.
Then we zoom out to Current Events. Was 2025 defined by Trump’s erratic political moves, or did Charlemagne Tha God quietly have a full “93” year? And why is Dr. Umar catching “87” year allegations? We debate the biggest cultural moments of the year, why they mattered, and who really won — and lost — in the public eye.
We also reflect on our own journey with The 8793 Podcast — favorite moments, funniest debates, and whether any episode genuinely changed how we look at culture, sports, or music.
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
At your current age, how much money do you really need to retire and live comfortably?
Premium laughs | Real takes onlyWelcome to The 8793 PodcastFueled by #TheAwkwardGeniusNetworkSubscribe on YouTube for weekly episodes#8793Podcast
 

Episode 036 | Medicine In The Candy

The squad is back and this week, we kick it off with Christmas then vs. now — the traditions we grew up on, the chaos we normalized, and why the holiday hits way different real life enter the chat. Did the magic disappear… or did it just grow up with us?
From there, we react to Dave Chappelle’s new Netflix special. We show love where it’s due, highlight the standout moments, and get critical about his comments on Diddy being under “hip-hop police” surveillance. We also question his ties to Nipsey Hussle and unpack whether his views on Saudi Arabia clash with the way he entered the comedy game — principled stand or selective outrage?
Next up, we dive into Nicki Minaj & MAGA. After praising Trump and JD Vance at AmericaFest, has Nicki crossed a political line — or is this just another evolution of her brand? 
Then we tackle $200M mic deals & dead radio. Charlamagne locks in a $200 million iHeart deal as Ebro in the Morning comes to an end — is traditional radio officially cooked? Is Black Effect real ownership and legacy, or just radio money with a podcast filter? And how should creators move now that podcasting has real corporate stakes?
After that, it’s a reality check on fame and boundaries. Jake Paul loses to Anthony Joshua — does this end the celebrity boxing era, or did Jake already win by cashing out? Plus, DK Metcalf’s suspension after an altercation with a Lions fan — when fans forget boundaries, who really crosses the line?
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
Which ’90s R&B male group had the best vocals — no ties, no excuses:
Boyz II Men, Jodeci, Dru Hill, or 112?
 
Premium laughs. Real takes only.
Welcome to The 8793 Podcast.
Fueled by #TheAwkwardGeniusNetwork
Subscribe on YouTube for new episodes weekly.
#8793Podcast

Episode 035 | Classics & Discipline

This week, we’re starting off loud reacting to T.I. saying his catalog is unbeatable — no matter who steps into a Verzuz with him. From there, we break down what a real T.I. vs. Jeezy battle would look like, and why a certain generation might still side with Gucci Mane when the hits, moments, and cultural impact get weighed.
Next up, we dive into power, ego, and consequences after former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore is charged following an affair fallout. Is the real mistake the cheating — or the lack of discipline once you’ve reached rare air? Did the side chick expose the truth or cross a dangerous line? And when Black men finally touch power, are the rules harsher — or is that narrative worn out?
Then we tackle marriage by 30 and why men are walking away. With marriage rates dropping from 80% in 1970 to just 23% today, we ask: do men no longer believe in marriage, or do they simply not see the upside anymore? Did women’s independence change the value of marriage — or did men stop wanting the responsibility?
After that, we get into Trump’s push to bring Big Tech deeper into government. Is this about efficiency — or corporate control? When AI and data-driven systems start influencing jobs, benefits, and security, who’s really protected: the people or the companies building the tech?
We close out the main topics with by reacting to Terence “Bud” Crawford officially retiring from boxing with a perfect record — the first and only fighter in the four-belt era to become undisputed in three different weight classes. Is this the blueprint for greatness done right? The. We hit boxing’s Top 100 rankings. Is Shakur Stevenson overrated or just under-accomplished? Does Tank Davis at #15 prove star power matters more than competition? Is Canelo’s ranking respect or reality? And is Bud Crawford at #1 truly undeniable? We wrap it up with our predictions for this weekends match as Anthony Joshua is set to face Jake Paul in a heavyweight clash. We break down what this fight says about modern boxing, star power vs. skill, and whether money has officially outweighed merit at the heavyweight level.
This week’s8793 Quickfire is a fire one! 
Who has to get up so Kendrick Lamar can sit down?
Biggie. Wayne. Hov. Pac. Eminem. Kanye. 50
 
Premium laughs | Real takes onlyWelcome to The 8793 PodcastFueled by #TheAwkwardGeniusNetworkSubscribe on YouTube for weekly episodes#8793Podcast

Episode 034 | Disappearances & Power Plays

This week, we’re starting off hot reacting to two wild headlines.
First — Authorities officially ended the search for 1973 New York dr*g kingpin Frank Matthews. The man made $60 million, walked off with $20 million cash the night before trial… and vanished like a ghost. Is this the greatest American disappearance ever — or the biggest government embarrassment nobody talks about?
Then we dive into FIFA’s decision to move Haiti’s 2026 World Cup group stage games out of Miami. With one of the largest Haitian communities in the country right here in South Florida… how does this happen? And did FIFA just fumble a generational moment for the culture?
From there, we get into the main event — 50 vs. Diddy.
Has the documentary changed anything… or is the internet just louder this week? Did the public finally shift on Diddy, and does 50 come out of this cleaner, pettier, or both? And after all this noise, where do we honestly see things going next?
Next up — “Wife Material” in 172 Days.
Do men really know she’s The One in six months, or are we confusing consistency with compatibility? Is early decision-making masculine clarity… or how you end up divorced saying, “I ignored the signs”?
Then it’s Fight Night — Shedeur vs. the Doubters & Roach vs. Pitbull.
Shedeur drops 364 yards and 4 TDs — is he finally delivering on the hype, or do critics still have a case?
And Lamont Roach vs. Pitbull Cruz ends in a controversial draw… was he robbed, did he coast, and does this demand an immediate rematch?
 
Premium laughs | Real takes onlyWelcome to The 8793 PodcastFueled by #TheAwkwardGeniusNetworkSubscribe on YouTube for weekly episodes#8793Podcast

Episode 033 | Millions & Reckonings

This week, pardon the audio issues but we’re starting off hot reacting to Odell Beckham Jr. saying it’s “super hard” to live off a 5-year, $100M contract. After taxes, houses, cars, and helping family… is he exposing real financial-literacy gaps in pro sports? Or is this just millionaire problems disguised as struggle talk? And is the money problem deeper for Black athletes — or is it a whole-league issue nobody wants to admit?
From there, we’re stepping straight into holiday season chaos.
Trevone Boykin says Thanksgiving at Russell Wilson’s mansion felt “weird” — no family, no vibe, just luxury and silence. So what’s the real holiday etiquette? Can you critique the food? Is it okay to slide through your ex’s family dinner because y’all are still cool? Or is that just toxic community service?
Next up, we tackle 50 Cent vs. Diddy — The Reckoning.
Is 50 actually standing up for victims… or weaponizing trolling at a historic level? Would the culture have stayed quiet about Diddy if 50 didn’t force the conversation into the spotlight? And is Diddy calling the Netflix series a “shameful hit piece” valid — or just what happens when a mogul loses control of his own narrative?
Then we dive into Trump’s new “Reverse Migration” plan — pausing immigration and revoking status.
With Haiti in crisis, ending TPS could put nearly half a million people in danger. Are immigrants really behind crime, housing shortages, and “social dysfunction,” or is this textbook political scapegoating? And would mass deportations fix anything — or crash the economy overnight?
After that, it’s back to the fight game.
Terence Crawford wants $100M for a Canelo rematch — superstar pricing or delusional math? Would Canelo even entertain it, or is Bud pricing himself out on purpose? And while Usyk eyes a Wilder fight… is that a legacy move or a money chase dressed up as ambition?
We close with a somber reaction to the tragic mass shooting at a child’s birthday party in Stockton, California — 4 dead, 10 injured. Targeted violence, families devastated, and another painful reminder of how fragile normal life really is.
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
Would you rather cuff:
A woman with 1,000 bodies,
OR
A woman who let two of your homeboys clap?
Premium laughs. Real takes only.
Welcome to The 8793 Podcast.
Fueled by #TheAwkwardGeniusNetwork
Follow our YouTube for new episodes weekly.
#8793Podcast

Episode 032 | Catalogs & Controversy

This week the guys are back and we’re starting off spicy reacting to the Brandy & Monica R&B tour — whose catalog is really stamped in history, and who do we need to see hit the stage next?
Then we get into Haiti qualifying for the 2026 World Cup… but is it really a win when the Trump travel ban puts Haitian and Iranian families in the shadows? Who gets celebrated, and who gets restricted when global stages meet politics?
From there, we dive into leaked Summer Walker audio and “side chick” energy — is choosing to be the other woman real self-awareness, or trauma dressed up as honesty? Are women tired of being the main and finally admitting they want less pressure, less responsibility, and fewer expectations?
Next, we break down the collapse of nightlife — clubs going broke, men falling back, and nobody wanting to say the quiet part out loud. Did men abandon the culture, or did entitlement and modern dating turn the club into a bad investment?
Then we tap into boxing — is Devin Haney on a redemption run or is his career hanging by a thread? Why does he get more hate than respect, and if he loses again, is it really over for him as an elite name?
We close the topics with Zohran Mamdani meeting Donald Trump at the White House — with both sides claiming it was “productive,” are we being played by fake political beef just in time for the holidays?
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
Would you rather have wealth with no peace or peace with no wealth?
 
Premium laughs. Real takes only.
Welcome to The 8793 Podcast.
Fueled by #TheAwkwardGeniusNetwork
Subscribe on YouTube for weekly episodes
#8793Podcast

Episode 031 | Laughs & Locker Room Smoke

This week, we’re picking up right where we left off — starting with Salt-N-Pepa & OutKast officially being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Two legendary groups, two very different legacies… but did hip-hop finally get the respect it’s owed?
From there, we get into Nicki Minaj taking the podium at a U.N. event to speak on violence against Christians in Nigeria. Is Nicki stepping into global activism for real… or is the political world using her influence more than she realizes?
Next up — we dive into this week’s cultural lightning rod: Klay Thompson vs. Pat Bev.
Klay finally snaps after Pat Bev & Jason Williams comment on Megan Thee Stallion — is this standing on business, or built-up frustration from his on-court slump? And what would you do if a coworker talked about your girl publicly for clout?
Plus — Pat Bev’s arrest after an 18-year-old was found alone with his underaged sister… we break the whole situation down.
Then we shift into comedy:
Kevin Hart has a new special coming — but instead of asking, “Is Kevin still funny?”, we want to know: who are your go-to comedians NOW?
Are we in a new comedy era run by social media talent, or do the legends we grew up on still hit the hardest?
After that, we get into one of the biggest political debates online right now:
23,000 Epstein emails drop, a new “No Tax on Tips, OT, or Social Security” law gets signed, and Trump is right in the middle of it all.
Is the timing coincidence… or distraction?
And how do these new laws actually affect the Black community long-term?
Finally — we close with boxing headlines:
Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua is officially set for December 19th in Florida.
Is Jake stepping way out of his league, or is this the fight that could flip the entire boxing world upside down?
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire, we’re matchmaking comedians:
Dave Chappelle vs Chris Rock
Katt Williams vs Kevin Hart
Bernie Mac vs Eddie Murphy
Mike Epps vs DC Young Fly
Bill Burr vs Andrew Schulz
Who’s really funnier?
Premium laughs | Real takes onlyWelcome to The 8793 PodcastFueled by #TheAwkwardGeniusNetworkSubscribe on YouTube for weekly episodes#8793Podcast

Episode 030 | The Wave & The Rebrand

This week, we’re kicking things off with The Wave God himself — Max B is finally home after 16 years behind bars. The Harlem legend’s release has the internet in a frenzy, with hip-hop showing love to one of the most influential voices of the blog era. The culture’s celebrating a legend who influenced a whole sound before streaming even existed. Is he getting the flowers he always deserved?
Then we dive into the rumors of Damson Idris taking over as the new Black Panther — could he really pull off T’Challa, or is Marvel forcing a reboot nobody asked for?
From there, we get into Kanye West’s public apology to a Rabbi for his past antisemitic remarks — is this a genuine moment of growth, or just another PR redemption arc before the next Yeezy rollout? And can mental health explain away hate, or are some lines you can’t un-cross?
Next up, we break down Trump’s promise of a “$2,000 Tariff Dividend” for all Americans except the wealthy. Is this a real plan or just another campaign stunt dressed up as economics? And does it actually help working-class families, or just give us back the money inflation already took?
Then we step into the ring — Shakur Stevenson vs. Teofimo Lopez is official for January 31st in NYC. Who really wants it more: the defensive technician or the pressure fighter with something to prove?
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
If your friend is stuck in a toxic relationship — do you step in or mind your business?
Premium laughs. Real takes only.
Welcome to The 8793 Podcast.
Fueled by #TheAwkwardGeniusNetwork
Follow our YouTube for new episodes weekly.
#8793Podcast

Episode 029 | EBT & Ego Trips

This week, we’re kicking things off with a bold one — Jay-Z says no rapper alive can stand on stage with him. Is Hov right? Can anyone — Drake, Wayne, or Kanye — go hit-for-hit? Or has he reached that “untouchable” status where no one even bothers to try?
Then we react to the Jake Paul vs. Gervonta “Tank” Davis fight being canceled — was this about business, fear, or fair pay? And speaking of pay… should Dana White finally start cutting his fighters bigger checks?
Next up — “No EBT November” just got real. With SNAP benefits halted for 42 million Americans, we ask: how did we get here? What does it say about America when feeding families becomes a political game? And are we ready to admit some people actually need that help?
Finally, we tap in with Karrine “Superhead” Steffans’ viral take — that men should marry the whre.* Is she keeping it real about men ignoring the women who actually please them? Or is this just social media shock value dressed as “truth”?
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
Would you rather know everyone’s thoughts for 24 hours — or have everyone know yours?
Premium laughs. Real takes only.
Welcome to The 8793 Podcast.
Fueled by #TheAwkwardGeniusNetwork
Follow us on YouTube for new episodes weekly.
#8793Podcast