A Pod Named Kickback

This week on A Pod Named Kickback , Nu’ and Jacq focused on making the second half of the year count. They broke down how to set meaningful third-quarter goals across your physical, mental, spiritual, emotional, and financial life, while discussing the power of manifestation and creating a clear plan to finish the year strong. They also weighed in on Young Miami’s “Spend That” controversy and the...

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback , No Brakes Nu’ and Get Fit with Jacq talked about navigating Mercury retrograde and that strange feeling of finally fixing your problems but still carrying the stress from when everything seemed to be falling apart. They also reviewed the season finale of From , discussed the impact of social media and adult content on children in light of the Daphne Joy he...

This week on A Pod Named Kickback , the crew celebrates Juneteenth and discusses what the holiday means today, including a conversation about Black history and culture. We also dive into the Carmelo Anthony verdict, the ongoing debate surrounding justice and self-defense, Jay-Z’s Target-exclusive vinyl controversy, and the return of Robert Johnson alongside LL Cool J and Queen Latifah to help shap...

In recognition of Men’s Mental Health Month , No Brakes Nu’, Randy T., and Jacq sat down for an honest conversation about the challenges men face when it comes to mental health, emotional well-being, and finding support. We discussed the importance of creating safe spaces where men can speak openly, the pressure many men feel to remain silent, and why it’s sometimes necessary to leave environments...

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback , No Brakes Nu, Randy T, GetFitWithJacq, and B-Sade reconnect to talk life, growth, pressure, and everything that’s been happening while the cameras were off. From personal journeys and leveling up to laughs, jokes, and real kickback chemistry, this episode feels like a reunion mixed with a therapy session. The crew dives into Drake’s latest musical run, the...

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback , the conversation gets personal, reflective, and a little uncomfortable—in the best way possible. The crew talks about Mother’s Day from different perspectives, including what it feels like to navigate life and healing without a mother, and how holidays can hit differently depending on your journey. We also dive into self-care and regulation: what do you do...

No Brakes Nu’ and Jacq take the mic together for a raw, unfiltered episode of A Pod Named Kickback that cuts straight to the core of access vs. alignment —and why knowing you doesn’t mean someone deserves to reach you. From public fallout to private boundaries, they break down what it really means to stand on respect in a world where people violate and still expect access. The message is clear: if...

Our take on the movie Michael. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This week on A Pod Named Kickback , No Brakes Nu and GetFitWithJack are back for their second episode—and Nu keeps it real about the Michael Jackson movie. The music? Timeless. The nostalgia? Heavy. But the film itself? More like a long music video than a fully developed story. Nu breaks down why it felt rushed, where it missed, and who still showed up and showed out in their roles. Then things he...

WE BIKE!! (Full episode on YouTube ONLY!) https://www.youtube.com/live/dTAvPV0xMtk?si=cr1yD5mQv-Ws53Qm After a four-month break, A Pod Named Kickback is back—and this one hits different. On this episode, No Brakes Nu’ and Jacq tap in for a real conversation about where they’ve been, what they’ve been building, and why stepping away wasn’t the end—it was the setup. Nu’ reflects on turning 50, celeb...

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, we kick off the New Year with a real conversation about mental calibration, alignment, and why your thoughts, words, and actions have to match if you want real change. We talk New Year’s goals and plans, break down global power moves involving oil, money, and the U.S. dollar, and dig into celebrity rumors, accountability, and the danger of jumping to conclu...

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu and the squad dive into mental calibration — the connection between what you think, what you say, and what you do… and how aligning those three shapes who you’re becoming. We break down real-life conversations around growth, discipline, and moving like your future self. We also talk Dave Chappelle and the outrage over his Saudi Arabia comments,...

“Fuck The Streets” isn’t disrespect—it’s growth. On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu and Jack break down what it really means to evolve when the very mindset that once saved you can destroy the life you’re building now. We talk about pulling from your future self, not your past survival instincts. About knowing when to put the boat down once it’s gotten you to shore. About why th...

Tonight’s Kickback gets unconventional — and unfiltered. Inspired by a Joe Budden Podcast moment, we jump into a heated real-world debate sparked on Facebook: Is a $400 tomahawk steak appropriate on a first date? What started as jokes turned into a serious conversation about dating culture, entitlement, character, and expectations. Is it about affordability… or principle? The debate spills into th...

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu’ and Jacqui dive into something we all feel but rarely talk about — real connection. Not DMs, not algorithms, not emojis… we’re talking old-school connection. Eye contact. Energy. Physical interaction. Real conversations that mean something. We dig into how the world has shifted so far into scrolling and swiping that we barely talk anymore — no...

No Brakes Nu’ and Jacqui barely made it this week — blame J Lew and that wild Cowboys comeback — but the Kickback crew still pulled up with a tight 20-minute episode. They break down Netflix’s thriller “All Her Fault,” diving into the twists, misdirections, and the kind of plot tricks that make you question everything you think you saw. Nu’ and Jacqui imagine what life would look like for the char...

This week on A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu welcomes back Mr. Man Up Monday himself — Randy T — for a powerful conversation on Men’s Mental Health Month. The crew gets real about what it means to be a man battling silent struggles: from being told “don’t cry” as boys, to unlearning that conditioning as grown men. Nu opens up about his own mental health journey — from dark moments and suicidal...

When does “just friends” really mean just friends? This week on A Pod Named Kickback, Nu’ and Jacquie (yeah, that’s J-A-C-Q-U-I-E!) dive into the messy truth about the friend zone — why most people waiting there aren’t real friends, and why being “the nice guy” doesn’t entitle you to anything. From there, the crew flips into a packed Kickback: celebrating SNAP benefits staying intact (and saying f...

No Brakes Nu’ is back after a two-week break — outside on his unc-tivities but locked in with real perspective. We open by honoring JB on the second anniversary of his passing — remembering who he was, the foundation he laid for this show, and the legacy behind his motto: “Get the A.” No settling. No half-effort. Full life. Then we dig into relationships and purpose: What does it really mean to be...

On this episode, we dive into the controversial sentencing of Sean “Diddy” Combs—50 months behind bars for prostitution charges that don’t match the time he received. We break down how he’s being punished for allegations he was already acquitted of, and how the system is weaponizing public perception, power, and payback—especially after his lawsuit against the liquor industry. It’s hard to sympath...

Nu’ and Jacq hag out with the sip & spill podcast and discuss love, dating and relationships.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, Nu and Jacq pull back the curtain and share the real stories that shaped them—growing up in different worlds, facing loss, faith, and constant change, and how those experiences created the voices behind this mic. From Nu’s journey of loss, resilience, and being different in a world that punishes difference, to Jacq’s life as a military kid seeing life throu...

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, Nu’ and Jacq dive into the wild mix of headlines and hard truths. First, we break down the killing of Charlie Kirk — from learning who he was, to unpacking his racist legacy, and why not everyone deserves a “rest in peace.” Then we pivot to the real struggles hitting farmers as tariffs and rising costs push them toward bankruptcy, and what that could mean f...

This week on A Pod Named Kickback, Nu and Jacq kept it light(ish) with laughs, nostalgia, and a little mess. We kicked things off with the Petty Hall of Fame—what’s the pettiest thing you’ve ever done? From there we compared the old Atlanta vs. new Atlanta (and how Nu saw the same shift from the old D.C. vs. new D.C.), from jumbo slices to Waffle House, from go-go nights to trap anthems. Then we g...

This week on A Pod Named Kickback, Nu’ and Jacq bring the journey full circle. From breaking down the amygdala to choosing purpose over pleasure, it all leads to Stoicism—mastering your emotions, living in the now, and walking the steady path to becoming your best self. We also get into the wild “WTF Story” of Trump’s mysterious disappearance, the snitching chaos in Atlanta’s rap scene and YSL tri...