Views From The 7

This week we’re asking the important questions… Tomboy vs. stud — is there a difference or are we arguing semantics? 😂 We also get into the internet’s favorite response when somebody says something they don’t agree with: “Everybody doesn’t need a mic.” At this point, is that actually a response or just another played-out talking point? And since we’re already choosing violence… what’s an unpopula...

Ivan and Lu talk The King Of RnB , Nikole Hanna- Jones and The Black Experience , Ed Sheeran and Palestine Backlash by VFT7

EP 421: Long Live the Kang 👑 This week we get into making new friends as adults—or deciding you really don’t need any more 😂. We talk couples arguing in front of other people and when it becomes uncomfortable for everybody involved. Then Usher crowned himself the King of R&B, and of course we had some thoughts. Can you give yourself the crown, or does somebody else have to do it? Plus, we get in...

This week we kick things off with some high school memories and S.O.’s unexpected week of silence 😂. Then we reflect on 9/11, 25 years later, and 30 years since the death of 2Pac — including where we were when we first heard the news. We get into Lil Durk being found not guilty and the reaction to his acquittal. Why were so many people rooting for Durk despite the serious allegations against him?...

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This week we talk about older artists finding a new audience or getting a second wind in their careers through rebranding, and what it takes to introduce yourself to a different generation without completely changing who you are. We rank Donell Jones’ albums, debate Maxwell vs. Musiq Soulchild, and Skinny brings up the similarities between Nipsey Hussle and Snoop Dogg. That leads us to comparing t...

The guys are back with plenty to address this week, starting with the backlash coming out of California and their response to everything that’s been said. From there, the conversation gets into Gladys Knight and whether there should ever be an age limit on performing, Rod Wave vs. Boosie, and a real discussion about fatherhood and what that responsibility looks like at different stages of life. Th...

This week on Views From the 7, the crew starts with a conversation about the “IT factor.” We all know artists who seemed to have everything it took to become a star, but is having “it” actually enough to make it? From there, we get into songs we love using for certain occasions even though the lyrics mean the complete opposite of what we’re celebrating. We also talk about our first experiences ste...

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It’s a Family Matters kind of episode! 😂 Spence and Shayna kick things off with the Aruba recap before the crew gets into Donell Jones vs. Joe and a bigger question: are we officially getting tired of Verzuz? From there, the conversation gets a little deeper as we talk prayer vs. manifestation, the realities and considerations of having children with someone who has a disability, and the family r...

With Spence and Shayna out of the country, S.O., Ivan and Skinny hold down the 7 and are later joined by special guest Mr. Grand Jeremy for an episode that starts with life updates and nostalgia before going completely off the rails. 😂 Before the guest conversation gets started, the guys catch up on life. S.O. talks about dealing with gout in his left foot and how one painful experience had him q...

Episode 415: Zemp Phi Zemp 🎙️ This week on Views From The 7, we’re going from vacation mode to R&B debates, high school nostalgia, fraternity life, and a much deeper conversation about interracial dating and race in America. S.O. kicks things off with the full recap of his Aruba getaway — from the perks of having a personal butler to off-roading adventures, vacation mishaps, and a competitive game...

We're back again! On this episode we discuss dealing with the fallout of a viral moment and the reality of being removed from the dating scene since 2013. Vacation Glow Up: The struggle of online shopping, the dread of flying, and the essential prep before heading to Aruba. Mortal Kombat & Movie Cuts: Why modern fight scenes feel different and our take on Johnny Cage in MK2. Ivan’s Spider-Man Reac...

Sometimes the toughest conversations aren’t about movies or music—they’re about friendships, money, and knowing when enough is enough. In this episode of Views From The 7, the crew dives into the difficult realities of long-term friendships, lending money, and recognizing when someone needs to be taken off your list for good. From personal experiences to relationship expectations, we unpack dating...

On this episode of Views From The 7 we debate the true legacy of Denzel Washington, and take a nostalgic trip through 00s Hip-Hop and the films that defined an era In This Episode: The Denzel Debate: Is Man on Fire actually superior to Training Day? Hip-Hop History: Revisiting Fat Joe’s book and the era of Big Pun and Mystikal. The Movie Graveyard: Breaking down the "Holy Trinity" of trash classic...

On this episode we get into everything from the influence of American culture and the reality of algorithms to debates about hip-hop legends and R&B icons like Pretty Ricky and TLC. The team gets personal, sharing harrowing stories of close encounters with nature, including a terrifying wild boar incident in New Orleans—and dives into a heavy discussion on American history, the Revolutionary War,...

On this episode of Views From The 7, we’re joined by 24K and Misha for an honest conversation about spirituality, identity, and one of the internet’s most controversial figures—Nature Boy. We discuss African Traditional Religions (ATR), the Orishas, leaving Christianity, and what practicing Ifá actually looks like beyond the misconceptions. The conversation also takes a deep dive into their firsth...

After a week of technical difficulties, we're catching up on everything we missed. We dive into a heated Spurs vs. Knicks Finals reaction, the Brunson MVP debate, and local Vegas comedians that can make it. We also talk about the "nepotism" era of the NBA, the reality of moving overseas for a better life, and a deep dive into the recent local elections and why "establishment" politics keep winning...

The crew is back and kicking things off with a conversation about curfews, parenting, and whether the rules we grew up with still make sense today. From there, the guys catch up on Drake’s latest releases and debate whether the music actually lived up to the anticipation. They also ask a tough question: Is Chris Brown at risk of oversaturating his catalog, or does he still have plenty left in the...

Episode 406: Another Part Of Me 🎙️ • Spence walks back his Mariah Carey take 👀 • Ivan gives his review of the upcoming Michael movie • Does Joe Jackson really deserve the reputation he has? • The parts of the film that had to be cut for legal reasons • A look at Michael’s publishing catalog and business moves • Do artists today actually have staying power? ⸻ This is Views From The 7 🎙️ Tap in.

This episode the guys are joined by Kel dansby . They do some catching up before diving into the Meg the stallion and Klay Thompson debacle. Why they will or won’t see the Micheal Jackson movie and have a spirited debate about his prime. We've got that and much more... This is Views From The 7!

On this episode, we’re tapping into a little bit of everything..family, music, and real life. • We kick things off talking family trees, why knowing your roots matters, and how family reunions really be hitting different • Then we get into the state of R&B… did Tank really fall short trying to keep “real” R&B alive? • That leads us into a good debate.. What makes someone a great vocalist vs just a...

Episode 403: Reflicted 🎮 On this episode we get into - • Phases by Brandy review • Why isn’t Wanya cancelled? • The evolution of gaming • The worst song by your favorite artist • Does it take more than talent to be exceptional in rap? We've got that and much more... This is Views From The 7!

This week, the crew taps into culture, accountability, and a little nostalgia as the conversations get real. We start with a big question....is HOV still relatable? As the gap between mogul status and everyday life widens, we debate whether the message still hits the same or if it’s evolved beyond the people. Then we get into policing Black behavior: who really gets to decide what’s “acceptable”?...

This week on Views From The 7, the crew gets into a mix of real conversations and classic debates. We start with weddings vs funerals—what people are really spending on and what actually holds value. Then we talk about generational wealth and what it looks like in real life, not just on paper. We take it back to the culture with Boyz N The Hood vs Menace II Society—which one really told the story...