The JAAM

The chickens almost made it to the house the other day due to the rhetoric spewed out by this administration. We dive into the administration casually taking another hack at our voting rights ahead of the midterms and 2028 election, but don't worry yall, America isn't R*cist. In light of everything we talk about the Michael Jackson Movie and our generations "Michael Jackson" iShowSpeed and how he'...

The month of April has been the month of FOOLS. When toxic Masculinity goes unchecked, it can manifest itself into a D4VD of a vile human participating in the "R*** Academy." Abusive behavior towards women NEEDS TO END! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All of these streamers and influencers are pigeon holing themselves into darkness. They think its all fun and games until they lose everything. Clavicular, Sneako, and Deshae all suffer from the same things. Bad role models and TERRIBLE friend groups. No accountability, just enabling bad behavior. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trump will ruin this earth if he’s not checked! Threatening to wipe out an entire civilization it’s something no president in history has ever done. Not only are we dooming an entire society overseas, our society over here in the US is also evaporating. People cant seem to unhand Kanye‘s b*lls and the same kids that bought Kanye‘s N*zi shirt are dooming themselves by watching Clavicular while Look...

We dive deep into everything the culture got wrong this week. Nick Cannon and Amber Rose claim Republicans freed the slaves and the GOP is actually better for Black people. We get into the war being waged against the progressive left from inside the Democratic Party. Jalen Ivy got waived from the Chicago Bulls for preaching to teammates at practice. Is this religious persecution? Or is something d...

This is the Year of exploitation! We cover the Chance the rapper case and how he was almost exploited for millions, how black culture is always exploited by people that don't do their due diligence when it comes to representing our culture in the right way, and how the American government is exploiting it own people. EXPLOITAION 2026! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We we're called upon to do a live show at the Chicago Teachers Union Delegate Conference AND WE DELIVERED! With May right around the corner, we facilitated a conversation around getting the youth involved into politics and strategizing for May Day 2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AIPAC, Crypto, and other billionaire companies have infiltrated the Illinois Primary Election. Money and greed caused this unforced error. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we sat down with the deeply loved Chicago influencer, poet, and community organizer, Chima “Naira Bills” Ikoro! In a powerful conversation, we took a deep dive into her life journey, exploring the experiences, challenges, and defining moments that shaped her into the impactful voice and leader she is today. Connect with Naira Bills! ————————————- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naira.b...

HAPPY WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH! We sat down with the Award-winning activist and storyteller Anya Dillard! Aya explains that her journey into activism started at a very young age, though not initially through politics. At five years old, she accompanied her mother to work at a hospital and met children living in a pediatric nursing facility with disabilities. That experience deeply impacted her and sp...

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Sub to the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/thejaampodcast This episode features a scholar, educator, content creator, NAACP Image Award nominee whose work centers education as liberation, our homie The Conscious Lee!! This conversation connects lived experience to systemic critique in real time. Connect with Conscious Lee! ------------------------------------------ VOTE FOR LEE! https://naacpe...

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We sat down with Kat Abughazaleh, a candidate running for Congress in Illinois’ 9th District, for an in depth and wide ranging conversation about her life, politics, and the moment we’re living in right now. It’s a real discussion about power, resistance, and what it takes to run for office in a system that often punishes dissent. Whether you’re interested in progressive politics, grassroots organ...

The unjust killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis has sparked national outrage. In this video, we break down why this was a clear cut murder, how people are still attempting to justify it, and why federal narratives don’t align with the facts. We also discuss Pam Bondi’s threats toward Governor Tim Walz, the escalation of political pressure, and what comes next for the country. If this feels like t...

Sub to the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/thejaampodcast In this episode, we break down the disconnect between rhetoric and reality among prominent right-wing internet figures and call out how the personas they preach online fall apart in a real world setting. We discuss the irony of “alpha” branding colliding with insecurity, contradiction, and performative behavior. We also pivot to politic...

Sub to the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/thejaampodcast What looks like entertainment, policy debate, and internet culture is really a map of power and who it serves. The conversation then tightens around policy and culture. We break down how Zohran Mamdani helped make universal childcare a reality in New York City and why billionaire-owned media rushed to frame it as “impossible.” We unpack...

Sub to the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/thejaampodcast HAPPY NEW YEAR JAAM FAMILY!! Hopefully yall had a wonderful transition into 2026 because we're 9 DAYS in and this administration has already started with the BS. In this episode we talk about our New Years celebration, grifters like Fresh and Fit and Adin Ross's unwarranted hatred for Doechii. We also dive into the controversy behind th...

This week on The JAAM, we’re closing out the year with a special holiday episode featuring Chicago legend, Grammy nominated, multi platinum artist Vic Mensa. Vic pulls up for a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from his early Chicago roots and the Internet Tape era to hip-hop culture, artistic independence, mental health, African history, and navigating fame in the internet age. We div...

In the final regularly scheduled episode of the year, we reflect on a chaotic, transformative season for both the podcast and the world around us. We dive into men’s mental health conversations, celebrity accountability, gun violence, and systemic failures across politics, healthcare, and justice. We appreciate the love and support you all showed us this year! Next year is GOING TO GET CRAZY! STAY...

The JAAM takes on another GTA 6 delay, Met Gala announcements, Jasmine Crockett’s Senate bid, and the hard emotional labor of being a Chicago Bears fan. Then we dive into the advent of Kalshi, the probability-market betting app trying to turn politics, news, and daily decisions into tradable wagers. The boys break down the ethics,the influencer pressure and accountability, exploring the disturbing...

America is out here cosplaying global supercop again, and the funniest part is they don’t even understand the shit they’re breaking. This week the JAAM digs into how U.S. leaders keep stumbling into international disasters with the confidence of a man who can’t read but insists he “gets the vibes.” We talk Venezuela, the “drug boat” lies, the propaganda videos nobody asked for, and the media greml...

Black Friday is basically a fundraiser for the billionaire villains ruining your life. These corporations cut your food, killed your healthcare, raised your rent, and then had the audacity to email you a 12 percent off coupon like that’s supposed to fix generational trauma. So this weekend, keep your money in the hood. Buy local, buy Black, buy from people who would actually notice if you died. St...

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