The 12Kyle Podcast

1996 was an incredible year in hip hop. For this podcast, we take a look at one of the albums that set the standard for that year. On February 13, 1996, Tupac Shakur released one of the best albums of that year, All Eyez On Me. The album came just after Tupac had served 11 months in jail. He was bailed out of jail by Death Row CEO Suge Knight. Pac jumped into the studio and began crafting what wou...

The word “hate” gets thrown around a lot these days. If someone doesn’t like something, they are immediately labeled a “hater”. But are they really hating??? The Urban Dictionary defines a “hater” as… “A person that simply cannot be happy for another person's success. So rather than be happy they make a point of exposing a flaw in that person. Hating, the result of being a hater, is not exactly je...

For decades, Bill Cosby entertained millions of people and was once considered to be “America’s Dad”. He brought joy to many as “Dr. Cliff Huxtable” on the smash 80s sitcom “The Cosby Show”. In recent years, allegations and lawsuits that accused him of sexual assault has tarnished Cosby’s “squeaky clean” image. On this edition of The 12kyle Podcast, I take a look at Cliff Huxtable and Bill Cosby....

On January 22, 2010...I launched The 12 Radio Show. I remember it like it was yesterday. I was working in Minneapolis at the time. I would work in Minneapolis during the week and fly home back to Atlanta on the weekends. It was a Friday. I flew home and got ready to do my first show. I was nervous. I didn't really know what I was doing. The "red light" came on to start the show and I proceeded to...

The game of football is not just a contact sport but a “collision sport”. Those who play the game are often regarded as modern day gladiators. Football is a game of strength. Man verses man…until the end. It’s the most popular sport in this country. Fame and glory is often associated with football. But football also has a darker side. Because the sport is so violent, its participants feel the afte...

When it comes to making a “Top 5 list” for any category, it can be extremely subjective. Quite often, our personal preferences get in the way of us making a sound case for someone/something being worthy of a “Top 5” status. It can be tricky. But Top 5 lists are fun…and if nothing else…good for conversations and debates On this podcast, I will discuss hip hop and some of its most beloved and respec...

Do you remember the LAST time that you got drunk? Did you do something crazy or stupid? Did you get sick? Did you embarrass yourself? Do you even REMEMBER what happened??? Do you know what happens when you mix lifelong friends, liquor, a bachelor party, strippers, food, and a wedding together??? Shenanigans!!! Listen to this podcast and get my comical version about the last time that I got drunk!...

Sometimes when you have a burning question…you need to ask someone who will tell you what you NEED to hear…not what you WANT to hear. It’s good to seek the advice of someone who knows what they are talking about and will be impartial in their response. That’s what host 12kyle does on this edition of The 12kyle Podcast. A few months ago, we gave our readers a chance to open up to us about any probl...

Have you ever stopped and realized that you're TOO OLD to do certain things? Age is a part of the growth process. Then...reality kicks in! Check out the latest episode from The 12kyle Podcast as host 12kyle comically takes a look at things that he is TOO OLD for. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I Think I Need Some Space...have you ever heard those dreaded words. Is space in a relationship necessary? Listen to my thoughts on this... Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

True friendships are rare. Friends that become brothers are even more rare How did two young men meet in college on a football field and become brothers? Two young men who grew up just 9 miles apart for more than 13 yrs but didn’t know each other until they met at South Carolina State University. Listen to their story as they talk about various topics spanning from…attending South Carolina State,...

On this episode, we'll talk about various hip hop topics. Check out this as we give you an informative and introspective look at hip hop. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

RETRO SHOW!!! On this episode, I’m joined by the usual suspects…Rashan Jamal and eclectik. This episode was recorded (8/29/12) but still entertaining. We kick it and reminisce about childhood and growing up in the 80s. We present…Childhood Memories Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, I’m joined by my homie, eclectik. The concept of this episode came about when I asked him to join me for a show. He agreed. He said “what are we going to talk about?” My response…”I’m not going to tell you!!!” Unlike any of the other episodes, he has NO IDEA what I’m going to ask him. The only thing that he knows is that it will be a ton of random, off the wall questions! The ques...

Remember when you were 17 years old? I think we saw the world and ourselves differently at the age of 17. We were no longer kids but we had yet to step into adulthood. On this episode, we took a look back at the 17 year old you. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Imagine how Michael Jordan from 1993 would fare in today's world of social media? I take a few minutes to discuss. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

3 microphones...3 great minds...3 sets of strong minded opinions Listen as we discuss a wide range of topics. Listen Co-hosted by Vince and DLuvhall Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, we discussed some of hip hop's greatest battles, great diss records, their relevance in hip hop history, and some hip hop battles that NEVER happened. Co-hosted by eclectik Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A raw and uncut view of the death of Freddie Gray and the city of Baltimore. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12kyle talks about the current state of hip hop. He and co-host Q the 6th Man also chop it up about the good and bad of today's hip hop Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, 12kyle & his co-hosts have a steamy conversation about sex! They also discuss topics that were once considered to be taboo. This show originally aired 6-30-10 on BlogTalkRadio but has been digitally remastered. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy