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OSD-Obsessive Sneaker Disorder is the longest-running sneaker culture talk show and podcast that began in August 2007 and made the move from being an audio podcast to a video talk show on YouTube. Guests that have appeared on the show have been Cheresse Thornhill (Footwear Designer), Tinker Hatfield (Air Jordan Designer), Dr. D'Wayne Edwards (Founder of PENSOLE Footwear Academy), DJ Clark Kent, Bobbito Garcia (DJ, Filmmaker and Cultural Icon) and Phife Dawg (RIP).
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On the LEGENDIZE podcast, hip hop pioneer DJ Marley Marl and co-host DJ Callie Ban go beyond the origin stories of hip hop's greatest artists and producers, and the classic records they made. Lean in as they candidly interview hip hop royalty, break down the history of iconic samples, and step inside the culture that changed the world. On this podcast, we'll find out what makes a classic - and what makes a legend.
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Say hello to the bad guy as Taxstone brings you an unfiltered view from the streets of Brooklyn because life is always about progression.
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Get stuck off the realness as Sumit and Chris break down the important issues in Hip Hop music, culture and politics. From high-brow deep dives to low-end theories, expect clinical analysis and subjective perspectives from these two Rap Scientists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Serato Unscripted - a series that dives into honest and in the moment conversations about the Power of Music.
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An objective conversation on HIP HOP. A group of Hip Hop enthusiast form different rap eras discuss random Hip Hop topics. WE TALK HIP HOP FROM BOOM BAP TO TRAP
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Silent Giants podcast highlights the superstars behind the scenes of popular culture. Hosted by Corey Cambridge, Silent Giants digs deep to investigate the people behind the scenes, while learning more about your favorite superstar’s most famous works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Culture junkies Mark Anthony Green and Matthew Trammell host a weekly conversation on the highs and lows of music, style, nightlife, art and everything in between. Featuring interviews with men and women from across the cultural spectrum, Rich Friend elevates the podcast to a lifestyle—a conversation you won’t find anywhere else. Brought to you by Tequila Avión
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Characters Without Stories is a tabletop role playing game podcast about the roads not yet traveled. Every episode I bring in a friend to tell me about their unplayed character and their approach to creating characters. I cover all kinds of RPGs - from indies to D&D. I've had some fascinating conversations about how our characters intersect with and reveal our identities and how play is a gateway to understanding ourselves. I hope you'll give it a listen. Thank you and may all your character ...
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DJ Clark Kent was one of the originators in the culture of hip hop. From playing park jams at age 12 to spinning on the biggest stages, he earned the moniker of God’s Favorite DJ. He also made an impact A&Ring classics and producing hits for legendary MCs, cementing his place in hip hop’s history. As a DJ first and foremost, he dedicated his life t…
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Note: this episode was recorded in May 2025. We're back like we left something ©️ Freeway! It's not that serious, but still. For our semi-grand return, we link up with Author and Journalist, Ben Pedroche, to talk about one of our favourite subjects: Indie Hip Hop. Ben's new book, Independent as Fuck: Underground Hip-Hop from 1995-2005, was released…
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In this special audio drama episode, Sumit Sharma and Chris Mitchell set off to the fictional world of Latveria to uncover the layers of MF DOOM’s iconic album “MM..FOOD”. From late-night food spots to record store conversations, their journey blends memory, mystery, and music in true DOOM fashion. Along the way, they’re joined by… and bump into… a…
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Mogmoden, Sheltered Academic - Being Curious with Rene Legault (Fabula Ultima)
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52:00Rene Legault brings Mogmoden to the table. Mog is a teenage academic in the pursuit of practical knowledge and answers to intellectual mysteries in his first time venturing out into the world. Rene and I discuss creating characters who are curious about the world, imaginary bestiaries, and the drama of JRPGs. Mogmoden is built for Fabula Ultima by …
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Kane Mayfield is a Hip Hop artist from the DC area who sells his music via Blockchain and has made multiple moves selling and making money in cryptocurrency. Chris had questions for him, and what happened was not planned. You're about to listen to a music conversation of epic proportions. This exchange is not for casual, surface listener fans. Then…
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Petty Dreadful, a Survivor - Breaking the Game with Rowan Zeoli (Deathmatch Island)
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1:02:28Rowan Zeoli brings Petty Dreadful to the table. Petty is a rage-fueled, attention-seeking drag queen Playing to Win. Rowan and I discuss gender performance, radical imagination, and the parallels between reality television and actual plays. Petty Dreadful is built for Deathmatch Island by Tim Denee. Rowan Zeoli is a journalist covering the intersec…
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Weekly Rap Up: Irv Gotti dies, 50 Cent & Big Meech fall out and Kendrick sweeps the Grammys!
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28:28As expected, we're here to break down everything that's happened in Hip-Hop and Rap this week, including: The death of Irv Gotti 50 Cent and Big Meech falling out Kendrick sweeping the Grammys TDE sexual assault lawsuit Potential beef between DJ Khaled and Drake We also discuss Lewis Parker's latest music and some 'new old music'. The good folks at…
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Sarge, Norma, and Harmony - Troupe Style Play with Andrew Beauman (Out of Orbit)
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1:18:27Andrew Beauman brings Sarge and Norma to the table, and we create Harmony together. Sarge, Norma, and Harmony are survivors of a spaceship crash hoping to make it back out of orbit. Andrew and I discuss troupe-style mechanics and playing multiple characters - and how that changes the way we create characters. We discuss finding empathy through TTRP…
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Weekly Rap Up: A$AP Rocky assault trial, Akademiks grooming allegations and thought on Central Cee's debut album!
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26:52We're back with some of the latest chat. A$AP Rocky's assault trial Akademiks and the grooming allegations Central Cee and the early response to his 'Can't Rush Greatness' album. We also discuss the latest music and some 'new old music' by The Almighty Arrogant! Shout out to 90s Tapes! Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow S…
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Weekly Rap Up: Jim Jones on Drake suing UMG, Keefe D's 2Pac murder charge upheld and Roc Nation selling music shares!
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46:41For this week's rap-up, we discuss: Jim Jones' thoughts on Drake suing UMG Keefe D’s 2Pac murder charge upheld Madlib teasing new charity project Roc Nation allowing fans to purchase shares of music New music We also talk about the greatness of Reasonable Doubt by Jay-Z... again. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit I…
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Weekly Rap Up: Madlib loses home in LA fires, Cam'ron and Jim Jones fall out again and Drake Vs UMG!
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30:17For this week's rap-up, we discuss: Madlib losing his home, music equipment and unreleased music in LA fires Cam'rom and Jim Jones fall out... again! More news on Drake's lawsuit against UMG A Donorbox fundraising campaign has been set up to support Madlib and his family. Click here to donate. Look out for more music updates next week! Connect with…
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Aria Godey, Pirate Captain - Embodying Your Character with SpunkyTaylor (Thirsty Sword Lesbians)
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59:09Taylor brings Captain Aria Godey to the table. Captain Aria is a pirate who touched a gold piece that is slowly consuming her and turning her into gold. Taylor and I discuss belonging as a Black creator in the TTRPG space, learning to accept that plus size bodies can be desired, and how cosplay informs character building. This character is built fo…
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For our first full episode of 2025, we're taking a detour. In June 2021, we released our first narrative series detailing Jay-Z's creation of 'Reasonable Doubt'. We did over 50+ interviews, and the last one we did for the series was with DJ Clark Kent. After his tragic passing in 2024, we've decided to share the FULL UNEDITED interview with you, wh…
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Weekly Rap Up: Elliott Wilson fires shots at Cam'ron, Apollo Brown leaves Mello Music Group and Joey Bada$$' new single
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41:18For the first rap-up of the year of our Lord 2025, we chop it up about: Elliott Wilson's thoughts on 'new media journalism' and Cam'ron trying to be Stephen A. Smith Apollo Brown leaving Mello Music Group after 15 years Joey Bada$$' new single and subliminal shots at the West Coast We also share our thoughts on Redman's new album, 'Muddy Waters Too…
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Weekly Rap Up: Fat Joe Vs FBA, Jay-Z lawsuit update and thoughts on 'Missionary' by Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre
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47:01Before the festive settings get activated, we discuss... The latest updates around the sexual assault allegations against Jay-Z Fat Joe's comments about Foundational Black Americans (FBA) Early thoughts on the new 'Missionary' album by Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre We'll be back shortly with more news and a special announcement about our next 'Elements' s…
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DJ Kay Slay represented hip hop with integrity and heart. The self-proclaimed Drama King hosted a nightly show on Hot 97 and later found a home at SiriusXM, but that’s just scratching the surface of his story. Kay Slay set trends, won numerous awards and kept it 100 at all times even if that meant slapping your favorite DJ. Join us as we explore th…
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Chris is on a solo mission this week and links up with Chicago's own Philmore Greene! The conversation is rich, and you'd think Chris and Philmore have known each other for years. Philmore deep dives into the making of his new album, The Grand Design, working with Bruiser Wolf, his bond with Rashid Hadee and working with Apollo Brown and why King V…
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Weekly Rap Up: The sexual assault allegations against Jay-Z
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49:48This week, it gets real, and we discuss... The sexual assault allegations against Jay-Z Accusations against lawyer Tony Buzbee of running an extortion plot Links to Diddy and what could happen next We also touch on this week's new music. Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twi…
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Weekly Rap Up: GNX review, Drake lawsuit against Universal Music and J. Cole releasing old music to DSPs
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43:13We're back with a weekly rap-up, so here goes... Quick review of 'GNX' by Kendrick Lamar Drake's new petition/lawsuit against Universal Music J. Cole releasing blog-era mixtapes to DSPs Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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We linked up with a man of exquisite music taste, Alex Fruchter from Closed Sessions, to celebrate the label's 15-year anniversary and reminisce over the blog era and Chicago's importance and influence in the Hip-Hop ecosystem. Alex also gets real about the realities of running a label and the social media climate when promoting new artists. Connec…
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Fresh off the release of her latest album, 'Death Of Deuce', we link up with Buffalo's very own 7xvethegenius! 7xve (pronounced 'Love') shares some details about her Hip Hop origin story, her unique way of finding flows and pockets, finally getting to work with Daringer, following her own mind and more! Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Faceboo…
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Weekly Rap Up: Remembering KA, Hip-Hop Journalism and Big Meech Released From Prison
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30:47In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Ka's passing and remembering his greatness DJ Clark Kent rumours Hip-Hop journalism Big Meech's release from prison Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Chase Cameron, aka Showtime - Alternate Futures with Will Malkus (Masks: a New Generation)
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1:04:14WIll Malkus brings Chase Cameron, aka Showtime, to the table. Chase is a teenager who recently became a superhero when he found a watch that can stop time. Will and I nerd out on comics, deconstruct the women in refrigerators trope, and discuss how TTRPGs let us play out better futures. This character is built for Masks: a New Generation by Brendan…
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Weekly Rap Up: Piers Morgan Apologises, J. Cole Raps Again and Rappers Talk Mental Health
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22:25In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Piers Morgan's apology to The Carters following Jaguar Wright's accusations J. Cole's new song 'Port Antonio' and his feature run Scarface's health, given his recent social media posts Method Man and Fat Joe on depression and mental health Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow …
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Stream or No Stream LL Cool J's The Force
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1:09:47Get ready for an in-depth analysis of LL Cool J's latest album, The Force, on this episode of Mix Era Rap Podcast. In our Stream or No Stream segment, we're diving deep into whether this legendary rapper's new project is a hit or a miss. Join us as we dissect the album's production, lyrical content, and overall impact on the hip-hop scene. Is The F…
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Jessica Jeroux, Drow Archeologist - Transition and Leveling Up with Justin Gagliani (D&D 5e)
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1:18:14Justin Gagliani brings Jessica Jeroux to the table. Jessica is a drow trans woman pursuing knowledge of lost civilizations. Justin and I discuss what it means to be a trans woman in gender-segregated drow society, learning to explore and express your gender, and the narrative implications of D&D mechanics. This character is built for D&D 5e. Justin…
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Weekly Rap Up: The Company Man Vs What's The Dirt, Young Dolph's killer gets life in prison and more!
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27:53In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: The Company Man (Justin Hunte) and What's The Dirt engage in a heated debate Young Dolph's killer found guilty and sentenced to life in prison Unreleased Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar album in the vaults, according to Consequence Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Inst…
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Weekly Rap Up: Diddy arrested and denied bail, 50 Cent teases new show with Idris Elba, Drake trying to buy Dame Dash's Roc-A-Fella shares and more!
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23:07In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Puffy's arrested and bail denial 50 Cent teasing a new show with Idris Elba Dame Dash claims that Drake has made an offer to buy Roc-A-Fella shares Connect with Breaking Atoms Instagram Facebook Twitter Follow Sumit Instagram Twitter Follow Chris Instagram Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac…
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Stream or No Stream Travis Scott and Latto / Talkin Hip Hop Funky 4 + 1
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49:23Mix Era Rap Podcast: Stream or No Stream - Days Before Rodeo by Travis Scott In this episode of Mix Era Rap, we're revisiting the groundbreaking mixtape Days Before Rodeo by Travis Scott. Join us as we delve into the album's impact on the charts, streaming numbers, and its lasting influence on the hip-hop landscape. Did Days Before Rodeo chart at e…
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Chris Strausman, Socially Isolated Streamer - Growing Up and Showing Up with Blerdy Disposition (Call of Cthulhu)
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1:00:21Blerdy Disposition brings Chris Strausman to the table. Chris is a Twitch streamer with a lot of growing up to do, searching Reddit and relying on his followers to find his missing sister. Blerdy and I compare Lovecraftian horrors to YouTube comments, discuss the importance of being there for your community, both in and out of character, and talk a…
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Weekly Rap Up: Superbowl fall out, new Kendrick Lamar song, D'Angelo update and new music!
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25:16In this week's rap-up, Sumit and Chris discuss: Superbowl advert and fallout with responses from Nicki Minaj, Birdman, Master P, Cam'ron and Mase Kendrick Lamar's new song News on D'Angelo getting ready to drop new music A short reflection on the recent deaths including Fatman Scoop, Frankie Beverly and Rich Homie Quan The hosts also provide a quic…
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