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Episode 046 | Weak Clashes & Global Tensions

This week, we’re starting off with a conversation that’s got the streets talking. Blacc Sam — Nipsey Hussle’s brother — is facing controversy surrounding how he’s handling Nipsey’s legacy after tensions and even a shooting at the Marathon Burger grand opening in Long Beach. Is Sam obligated to defend Nipsey’s name forever, or does constantly being in conflict risk damaging the very legacy he’s trying to protect?
From there, we jump into hip-hop culture after Lil Yachty called “Rapper’s Delight” weak. Is that just honest criticism from a new-generation artist — or blatant disrespect toward the pioneers who built the genre? And can something be historically important but musically outdated, or is that just an excuse to dismiss hip-hop history?
Next, we get into dating economics after Ayisha Diaz revealed she requires $45–50K a month to date her. Is that simply a woman knowing her worth and living a soft life — or are relationships starting to look like luxury subscription services? And if a man can afford it and chooses to pay, is that simping or just a different tax bracket of dating?
Then the conversation turns serious as we discuss Trump’s aggressive stance toward Iran and rising global tensions. When leaders say casualties “happen in war,” is that honest leadership or dangerous normalization? And what could this mean for everyday Americans — from gas prices to military families and potential global ripple effects?
We also tap into the changing culture of sports fandom. Are people still watching the NBA and NFL for the love of the game — or are betting apps and parlays secretly driving the ratings? And if sports betting disappeared tomorrow, would the culture reset back to pure competition?
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
Mase says he’s being disrespected in the Bad Boy lyricist conversation. So we ask the question — who are the Top 3 lyricists to ever come out of Bad Boy? Our answers might shock you.
 
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Episode 045 | Selective Censorship & Comebacks

This week the squad is back and we’re starting off hot with the BAFTAs controversy — leaving in the Tourette’s outburst where the N-word was shouted at Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo, but reportedly editing out political statements and anti-Israel statements. Is that consistency… or selective censorship? Who decides what’s too offensive — and what’s too political?
From there, we react to a clip asking the age-old question: is social media creating unrealistic expectations in dating, or are people just blaming the algorithm for their own delusions? And we get right to it, is liking pictures on social media considered cheating? Is culture warping reality — or are we?
Next up, boxing. Ryan Garcia gets the win — does this reset his narrative? And Floyd Mayweather coming out of retirement at 49 to fight Manny Pacquiao again… is this legacy, ego, or money issues? No PPV. Streaming on Netflix at the Sphere. Is this the death of traditional boxing business models? And if Floyd loses with 50-0 on the line… does history change?
Then it’s rap beef with real undertones. T.I. declares “war” after 50 posts Tiny — but when “snitch” allegations and paperwork get involved, is that still entertainment? We break down their catalogs, platinum stats, and cultural impact: in a Verzuz, who actually wins — T.I. or 50 Cent? And who meant more to hip hop culture?
After that, relationships get tested. Symba says he’s ready for marriage and calls The Game his big brother — but then Game slides in his girl’s DMs. Is that snake behavior or industry normal? Why don’t some men post their significant other — privacy, strategy, or keeping options open?
And we close with the bigger picture — a cartel leader is killed and chaos follows. Has the War on Drugs ever actually worked? Or does removing the head just create a bloodier power vacuum? If demand never slows down in America… can this war ever be won?
 
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Episode 044 | Love Tax & Rock Facts

The full crew is back for and it gets hot immediately. Sexyy Red goes viral for flipping Michael Jackson’s “Beat It” into “Just Eat It” — and now the Jackson estate is sending cease & desist energy. That sparks a real debate: is Off the Wall actually better than Thriller? The fellas get right to it this week.
From there, we get into Trick Daddy’s Valentine’s Day take — is the holiday supposed to be for men AND women, or has it turned into a one-sided performance where men fund it and women critique it? Are expectations realistic, or are some people just keeping score?
Next up, Gene Simmons says hip-hop doesn’t belong in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Is that protecting the culture of rock — or subtle gatekeeping? And if hip-hop “doesn’t belong,” why has it shaped fashion, slang, production, and touring for four decades?
Then we tackle workplace words and consequences. After HGTV’s Nicole Curtis was caught using a racial slur, we ask: does intent matter more than impact? Are we in a zero-tolerance era — or just selectively outraged depending on who’s involved?
We close with Joaquin Buckley challenging Terence Crawford and talking “street fight” instead of sanctioned bout. Is that smart promotion, ego, or blurring the line between combat sports and chaos? And if they spar in Vegas, does that build respect between MMA & boxing — or just fuel another debate?
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
If KISS or Run DMC debuted today, are they going platinum?
 
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Episode 043 | Culture Wars & Temp Checks

This week, we’re kicking it off with a little nostalgia — reminiscing on our college days: the clubs, the vibes, the lifestyle, and the lessons you only learn outside the classroom. And if we’re talking Florida specifically… what are the top 3 cities you have to live in to really get the full Florida college experience? Is it about the party scene, the networking, the culture, or the chaos?
The we pivot to the biggest stage in America. Super Bowl Fallout — was the Seahawks defense really that dominant, or did Drake Maye fold under the brightest lights? And let’s talk about The Benito Bowl… did Bad Bunny shut it down at halftime or was it style over substance? When Donald Trump calls the performance “disgusting,” is that culture clash, political bait, or just old energy yelling at new vibes? Plus, Floyd Mayweather Jr. is suing over $340M in missing earnings — bad money management, blind trust gone wrong, or proof that even “smart rich” can get finessed?
From there, we dive into J. Cole’s new release — growth, mid, or just not built for this era? Are we grading him on a legacy curve, or is the culture quietly moving past his lane? At what point do fans admit, “It’s not trash… it’s just not exciting,” and is that fair for someone at Cole’s level?
Next up, we get into family and fame with GloRilla and the controversy surrounding her sister. Is this entitlement, or are fans unrealistic about what access family should have to your success? We’ve always said we’re taking care of our people — but what happens when support turns into pressure? Where’s the line between love and manipulation?
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
If all humans suddenly lost the ability to lie… what industry collapses first?
 
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Episode 042 | Quiet Greatness & Clean Sweeps

This week, we’re starting off hot reacting to everything from conspiracy theories about mega millionaires to frat-boy logic and internet paranoia. Then we get straight to the ring — breaking down Shakur Stevenson’s continued dominance. But here’s the real question: if you keep winning without knockouts, are you still a star? Or does boxing need chaos, villains, and violence to survive? We also react to Tyson Fury stepping out of retirement — legacy move or straight money grab? And what does that say about the heavyweight division right now?
From there, we dive into the Grammys and hip-hop hierarchy after Kendrick Lamar’s clean sweep. Was this a rightful crowning of lyrical excellence — or the Grammys playing it safe by rewarding the “critical darling” instead of the culture-shifters? That debate opens the door to some classic Florida and New York smoke: Lloyd Banks vs. Fabolous — bars or longevity? And Trick Daddy vs. Plies — when artists live in the same tier, what actually decides the winner?
Next up, we tackle the Epstein files, Trump fallout, and media hypocrisy. With new names circulating — including Donald Trump and Jay-Z — are these real implications or guilt-by-association headlines meant to shape public opinion? And why does accountability feel selective depending on who’s involved? Plus, Don Lemon’s arrest at a protest — lawful enforcement or a message being sent?
Then we get into Cam Newton’s viral take that men and women can’t truly be platonic. Is Cam being brutally honest about male intentions — or projecting his own mindset onto everyone else? Toxic masculinity, or uncomfortable truth people don’t want said out loud?
 
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Episode 041 | Survival & Selective Outrage

This week, we’re starting off chaotic reacting to a viral Houston winter storm moment — one case of water, one top shelf, and one brutal decision. When survival mode kicks in, do you owe kindness to strangers or loyalty to your own family? And if society really collapsed tomorrow… who’s actually built to survive an apocalypse?
From there, we break down Dolo’s gentleman’s club dilemma. If you drop $100 on a $30 bill, are you tipping — or should you expect change? What’s etiquette, what’s ego, and when does generosity turn into entitlement?
Next up, we get into a serious one: an ICU nurse killed in a Minneapolis ICE shooting. Why does this case feel quieter than others? Is this justice delayed, selective outrage, or just another example of authority skating past accountability? And does this change how we look at past shootings like René Good — or are we numb unless the story fits the moment?
Then we pivot to Cam’Ron vs. Cali O’Dae and the age-old debate — when does loving your partner financially turn into bad business? Is investing in your girl’s dreams solid support or self-sabotage? And are men wrong for calling out bad investments, or just done protecting feelings over facts?
We close with Fight Night and Super Bowl fallout. If Teofimo really puts Shakur down, does that flip elite boxing on its head — or expose hype culture? Is Shakur protected, or is this the test everyone’s been asking for? Plus, championship game breakdowns and Super Bowl picks — Are we trusting Drake Mate and the Patriots or are we sticking with the defensively lead Seahawks, who actually wins when the lights are brightest?
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
Top 3 Most Feared Boxers Right Now — “Who Nobody Wants to Fight.”
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Episode 040 | Faith & The Fall Off

This week we got the whole crew back and we’re starting off hot reacting to viral allegations that Gucci Mane was robbed by his own artist Pooh Shiesty and crew — all amid contract tension and rumors of Shiesty wanting out to join Yo Gotti’s camp. Whether the rumors are true or not, if you’re Gucci… do you cut ties? Is this strictly business, or did it just turn personal?
From there, we dive into J. Cole & The Fall Off. After bowing out of the beef and issuing an apology, does Cole still hit the same — or did that moment permanently shift how fans receive his music? Are we about to get peak introspective Cole… or a carefully protected legacy play? And can accountability still dominate in a culture that rewards chaos?
Next up, Corey Holcomb vs. Anton Daniels — when “free speech” turns physical. Was Corey standing on Black identity and pride, or reacting emotionally in the moment? In today’s content-driven internet, who really misunderstood the assignment? And when does podcast debate culture stop valuing dialogue and start rewarding escalation?
Then we tackle Druski’s viral church skit. Was it disrespectful — or just a mirror held up to mega churches that blur faith, money, and entertainment? Where’s the line between satire and offense, and who really deserves the criticism?
We close with College Football Championship fallout and NFL Playoff Weekend. What went wrong for Miami — coaching, execution, or exposure? What does this loss say about parity in college football? Plus Caleb Williams vs. the Rams, Patriots momentum, and AFC & NFC Championship picks — who’s actually built for January football?
And in this week’s 8793 Quickfire:
Mount Rushmore of Social Media Comedians.
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Episode 039 | Narratives & Accountability

This week, we’re starting off global reacting to IShowSpeed’s “Speed Does Africa” tour. From Ethiopia to beyond, we break down how this generation of teenagers views Africa and African culture versus how many of us grew up thinking about it — and why Speed deserves real credit for helping flip the narrative in real time.
After that, we pivot to media culture as Hot 97 ushers in a new era of mornings. With Ebro in the Morning ending its 13-year run, The Kid Mero steps into the slot with Mornings With Mero. We react to Mero’s return to daily radio after building a national profile through Desus & Mero and more recently 7PM in Brooklyn with Carmelo Anthony and Kazeem Famuyide. Is this a smart move for Hot 97 — and does Mero bring the energy needed to reshape New York radio mornings?
From there, we get into Hollywood politics as Sinners gets snubbed at the Golden Globes. Fans are heated over Michael B. Jordan missing out on Best Actor, while Timothée Chalamet takes home the win and Teyana Taylor earns Best Supporting Actress for One Battle After Another. Is this about performance… or the same industry games playing out again?
Next up, we tackle a heavy one: ICE vs. Accountability. An ICE agent shoots and kills a U.S. citizen during an immigration crackdown — does federal enforcement get too much grace when deadly force is involved? And would the outrage hit different if the victim wasn’t a white woman? We unpack power, perception, and which lives spark national attention.
Then we shift to hip-hop history as Cam’ron and Jim Jones take their long-standing issues public. When brotherhood turns into content, is that growth through honesty — or ego masked as transparency? And when friendships break, is walking away strength… or does silence feel like surrender?
We close with sports as the Miami Hurricanes head to the College Football Playoff National Championship against the Indiana Hoosiers. What does Miami need to do to win — and what must Indiana avoid at all costs? Is this season proof that The U is officially back… or are we confusing momentum with legacy?
 
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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?
 
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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?
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