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On the wake of biracial rapper, Logic, getting heat for saying the N word, we pose the question; who's allowed to say the N word? Should anybody say it? Are there any exceptions? Topics Discussed: Logic being bashed for saying the N word in a video with his Black father Can biracial people say the N word? Should the actual color of your skin play a role? Is there colorism involved? Does any p...

Miracle Mike Mchale is an aids victor, a sexual abuse survivor, a celebrity children's entertainer, a children's book author, an elder advocate and the first openly gay guest on the show. He shares his story and discusses all things LGBTQ+ with The Culture. Topics Discussed: How he overcame aids Less stress prevents diseases Apple cider vinegar to cure warts and aids His relationship wit...

The aftermath of Chris Rock's latest comedy special, Selective Outrage, lends itself to some social commentary and who better than to have the conversation than The Culture. Topics Discussed: Creed 3 Chris Rock's comedy special Will Smith Is selective outrage warranted? Featured Song: Raekwon, Ghostface Killah - We Ain't Came to Lose Check out The Culture's official website: ww...

Black History Month was created to focus attention on the contributions of African Americans to the United States. As the month comes to a close, we discuss how some Blacks don't care for BHM the same way they don't care for the BLM movement. D.A.I. (diversity, and inclusion) in the workplace and in big business. Getting racism out of your mind as a first response. Topics Discussed: The...

Lebron James becomes the NBA's all-time leading scorer but does that make him the G.O.A.T? Beyonce is shoehorned into winning the Grammys. Billboard and Vibe reveal their 50 greatest rappers of all-time list. Also, tax expert and killer IRS CPA Joe Mastriano details how tax companies take advantage of the underprivileged and tells us what we can do to maximize our returns. Topics Discussed: I...

On the wake of yet another Black man getting beat and killed at the hands of police, we dissect the after math of the Tyre Nichols incident and brainstorm some of the possible resolutions to this epidemic. Topics Discussed: Super Bowl gambling Six Memphis cops beat and kill Tyre Nichols Is this still considered racism? Police officers should be required to take psychological evaluations. Police re...

We are living in a backlash culture where every agenda is being pushed.  Aretha Franklin trying to get cancelled. Backlash over a Dr. King monument. Black history is being erased, and king Jaffe Joffer is being referenced as a fashion statement.  Where do we go from here? Topics Discussed: Aretha Franklin's Natural Woman deemed offensive by trans community? or is it all just an agenda being p...

The boys celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day by exploring different racism themed topics. The guys also discover a podcast cheat code that they are willing to implement. Topics Discussed: The Culture's 2022 stats Boston is the most racist sports town. The new Scooby Doo cartoon is racist. Why Dominicans hate Haitians. Anthony explains why he hates having guests on the show. Why family is...

Cal "Gameface" Lee is a creator, producer, media correspondent, sports analyst, blogger, co-host and creator of The Baseline NBA Podcast. He joins the guys to talk about the fusion between the culture and sports. He touches on the differences between today's athletes and those of yesteryears. Also, how athletes in the NBA and NFL have to brand themselves to be on equal footing. Topi...

This is The Culture's year in review. The guys discuss their favorite verses of the year, the best Hip Hop albums of the year, and the most memorable moments of the year in what is the final episode of 2022. Topics Discussed: New year's resolutions Best rap verses of 2022 Best rap albums of 2022 Most memorable moments of 2022 Celebrity deaths What does 2023 have in store Reverenced Links...

WNBA player Brittney Griner, who was held for months in Russian prisons on drug charges, was finally released in a one for one prisoner swap for international arms dealer Viktor "merchant of death" Bout and the guys react to the trade that made it happen. Topics Discussed: Kanye's new song "Someday we'll all be free" that dropped Kanye's obsession with his ex-wif...

On the wake of Jason David Frank's apparent suicide, we discuss why mental health has been stigmatized within the culture. Why is Hip Hop the only genre where the new breed doesn't respect the ones that came before them? Also, Tony Yayo is trying to steal from The Culture. With special guest Mikey-She. Topics Discussed: The Green Ranger Jason David Frank Anthony complains about Thanksgiv...

Twitter Blue and the impact on this generation and society as a whole. Eminem gets inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Jeff gets emotional. The boys also discuss the new Nas album and the new Black Panther: Wakanda Forever movie. Disclaimer: Includes Spoilers. Topics Discussed: Eminem thanks the Fresh Prince in Hall of Fame speech This era is the land of make believe Hip Hop continues...

On the wake of Migos rapper Takeoff getting fatally shot, the boys dissect why so many rappers are getting shot at an early age. Is it the lyrics? Is it the lifestyle? Is it a societal and systemic issue? It might just be a little of everything. Topics Discussed: 51% of Rap deaths are murders Majority of killed rappers are under 30 years old Since 2018, at least 1 rapper has been gunned down per y...

Amid Kanye's antisemitic and controversial comments, Addidas drops Kanye and other companies followed. Kanye's net worth drops below billionaire status leaving us all wondering if he is crazy. Ant calls Kanye a megalomaniacal narcissist. Jeff says Kanye's complex has reached Trump level ungodly status. Topics Discussed: Pauly, the character from the Rocky franchise, is racist Kanye...

Anthony is done with Kanye and Drink Champs. At which point do we cancel him? Also, should you work a 9 to 5, or should you own your own business? Topics Discussed: When does the Culture finally cancel Kanye, or do we seek to get him help? Pros and cons of owning a business The freedoms of working a 9 to 5 Sponsors and Affiliates: Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podc...

The boys just ramble on about WWE, Marvel and DC movies, evolution, dinosaurs, and whether Jesus was Black. Also, Kanye West says Planned Parenthood is "our holocaust" Topics Discussed: WWE - Bray Wyatt Horror movies - Anthony says the New Halloween movie is trash Black Panther - who is the new Panther? Posting your lavishness on social media and getting robbed Kanye West is crazy Was th...

It is still Hispanic Heritage Month as Kanye West and Candace Owens rock "white lives matter" shirts and the backlash that ensues. If Latinos lives matter was a movement, would we support it? Also, President Joe Biden pardons everyone convicted of marijuana possession under federal law, will review how the drug is classified. What are the pros, cons and what ramifications might this have...

California restricts the use of Rap lyrics in criminal trials. Jeff thinks you should let people incriminate themselves while Ant thinks it's a slippery slope.  A new "is that racist", with Jeff being the culprit. The guys also touch on life insurance, funeral costs, and the preparation for death. Topics Discussed : Rest in peace to Coolio Jeff's racism towards an Arabic name?...

In the wake of the NBA's Ime Udoka affair and suspension situation, the boys talk about Udoka dropping the bag.  Why did he cheat with the teams travel planner? Jeff asks, "why is Nia Long wasting her time with Ime Udoka"? and Ant suggests, "don't sleep with the help". Topics Discussed: Celtics coach Ime Udoka suspended for a year  Meghan Peace becomes the first Black...

This entire episode is an "is that racist" moment. The boys break down the Little Mermaid backflash over Ariel being portrayed by a black Halle Bailey. NBA owner suspended for racist comments, and monkeys going berserk. Topics Discussed: Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver suspended and fined for racist, sexist comments Little Mermaid, Halle Bailey backlash Racist AI scientist blasted for &...

It has been 21 years since the events of September 11th and the boys are talking about being on time. Anthony talks about "cp time", and Jeff says, "tardiness is not tolerated". Is it worse to show up late or empty handed? Topics Discussed: Nine eleven  Queen Elizabeth dies, but do we care? Kanye says Kim has diarrhea all the time Kanye vs. Addidas New Mufasa movie Kodak Black...

Its Labor Day and what better way to celebrate it then to discuss racism in Hollywood, Black superheroes, and all things culture Topics Discussed : Should unemployed people be allowed to celebrate Labor Day? Romeo Santos' new album Is Trap Hip Hop? Michael Jackson Chris Rock turns down the Oscars, jokes about Will Smith Joe Budden says Tupac would wash Big and Nas The MTV VMAs Why did Carmelo...

The Culture managed to get FN Meka, and the racism behind it, cancelled. Will the student loan relief make you vote for a second Biden term? Will Trump run the country from jail? And why does Anthony hate The Lion King? The guys also go over this week's new music. Topics Discussed: Diamond D's new album The Rearview Roc Marciano and Alchemist's new album The Elephant Man's Bone...

The boys give their takes on virtual rappers, being gay in the industry, face tattoos, and Anthony says that Hip Hop and R&B are dead. Also, who are their favorite Ninja Turtles? Topics Discussed: Virtual rapper FN MEKA becomes first AR artist signed to a major label Tevin Campbell is gay Kids today speak in abbreviations Diddy vs. Jermaine Dupri none Verzuz battle Was the 90s the most homopho...