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This week on the Outside Looking In Podcast, we break down the AllStar JR, NBA Ben 10, and J Prince Jr. situation, discussing what allegedly happened and the bigger conversations surrounding street politics, loyalty, and decision-making. We also react to claims that Jack Harlow uses ghostwriters, discuss a worker allegedly burning down a warehouse over a pay dispute, and look at the latest issues...

We get into some wild headlines and real conversations this episode. We break down the Gucci Mane vs Pooh Shiesty fallout and what led to the tension, then get into Offset vs Lil Tjay and the situation that escalated to Offset getting shot. From there, we react to the Doordash mom who left her child at McDonald’s and got arrested, and close things out with a discussion on the unfair criticism surr...

We get into a mix of hoops, culture, and honesty this episode. We start with Jaden Ivey and the balance between faith and the NBA, then break down Duke’s collapse against UConn. From there, we react to J. Cole admitting he doesn’t truly see himself as the best rapper, which sparks a bigger conversation about confidence and competition in hip hop. We also debate Pat Bev saying Harden is better than...

We react to Jay-Z’s GQ interview, breaking down reputation, defamation, and why some people choose to fight rather than settle when their name is on the line. We also get into fatherhood, using his story about Blue Ivy to talk confidence, growth, and letting people chase what they love. From there, we tap into the Kendrick vs Drake debate, internet headlines, and loyalty in the spotlight—before it...

We’re back breaking down culture, sports, and real-life moments from every angle. From the Jay-Z Roots Picnic buzz and March Madness predictions to Darius Acuff vs. Calipari guards, we tap into hoops talk before shifting into controversy with Aiden Holloway’s arrest. We also dive into internet hate around Michael B. Jordan, loyalty debates sparked by Kenyon Martin, real-life relationship tension,...

This week we’re covering everything from celebrity drama to sports debates and real-world headlines. We start with the wild story involving Dwight Howard’s wife and a live cocaine incident, which leads us into a deeper conversation about family trauma, accountability, and how personal history shapes public behavior. From there we shift to basketball, breaking down why the name “Jalen” is everywher...

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Back with another episode and we’re covering everything from the streets to the league to straight-up internet foolishness. We kick things off with a cold open on 42 Dugg and Big Meech — what’s real, what’s perception, and why the culture keeps these conversations alive. From there we officially open the show and get into this week’s Nasty Ninja of the Week — because somebody out here earned that...

We start with the Host Intros and V-Day energy , setting the tone with Valentine’s Day vibes, reflections on relationships, and the way the holiday hits depending on where you are in life. From there, we transition into Shoutouts, RIPs, and legacy talk — showing love, giving flowers, and having an honest conversation about impact and how people are remembered when it’s all said and done. At 16:00,...

In this episode, we talk about Galentine’s Day, J. Cole, and give a full Super Bowl recap before shifting into a discussion about a shooting at a local rec center and a conversation about cremations. We also get into GloRilla’s response to Brorilla, run through our “people we hate” list, and debate what it really means to be a household name. To close it out, we discuss the fight between the Detro...

The culture moves fast—but we’re here to test it, not chase it. We start by separating art from artist, using the Jay-Z conversation as a reminder that research beats rumor and fandom doesn’t mean blind loyalty. From there, we tap into the Grammys, live performance standards, and why Leon Thomas is earning real respect. Then it’s producer warfare. We break down why Verzuz battles hit different, go...

We start with a quick check-in on the storm, then give flowers where they’re due: Derrick Rose’s jersey retirement, Indiana University, and playoff talk with early Super Bowl predictions. From there, we dive into J. Cole’s DJ Clue drop — favorite records, standout bars, where he ranks right now, and early thoughts on The Fall Off. Then it turns up: Trey Songz vs. Terence Crawford energy, the Nicki...

This episode dives headfirst into uncomfortable but necessary conversations. We get into racism, systemic oppression, and why real unity in the Black community still feels out of reach. From the controversial Jake Lang incident and the morality of saving people who openly hate you, to breaking down how racism shows up in credit, housing, and performative allyship, nothing is sugarcoated. Later, we...

This episode moves fast and covers a lot of ground. We open with a breakdown of Cam Newton’s word choices and the internet’s obsession with how people speak, before shifting into a real conversation about sobriety, discipline, and what a week without vices can reveal. From there, we unpack the tragic case of Travell Martin and react to the disturbing discovery of 100 skeletons in Manheim, PA — two...

This episode covers the DoorDash leak, call center frustrations, and Elon Musk exposing the foreign accounts stirring up “Black drama” on X. We react to a run of TikTok clips, including gang politics, dating outside your race, living your truth. the Will Smith allegations, and a few viral throwbacks. We also touch briefly on Trump’s recent move in Venezuela. We close with NFL talk — coaching firin...

This episode starts with New Year reflections and the idea of “F*** the Streets” — questioning how street mentality really affects kids, women, and the community at large. We get into the contradictions of street codes, the glorification of snitching, karma, stunting culture, and what all of it does long-term. From there, we talk honestly about fear, pressure, and survival through the lens of Blac...

Unicorns 2 is a continuation of the original, but still its own conversation. J-Stew and I talk about life, why everything feels mid right now, and different perspectives on fatherhood. The episode moves slower than our usual ones and leans more into real dialogue rather than quick topics. We also get into advice for people who want to make music — what matters, what doesn’t, and how to approach i...

We kick this episode off discussing the 50 Cent–produced Diddy documentary, focusing specifically on the Lil Rod portion and what that chapter reveals. Chris then breaks down his recent trip to Mexico, sharing stories and perspective from outside the U.S. From there, the conversation turns inward as we talk about why men need at least one person in their life who genuinely cares about them, and th...

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We open this episode by breaking down the narratives people create about artists depending on whether they actually listen to their music or just watch from a distance. From there, I get into a NO EXCUSE moment — a reminder for anyone on their personal journey to stop worrying about who isn’t supporting them and focus on the people who actually are. The conversation then shifts to a real question:...

In this episode, we dig into a series of stories that show just how out of control some of these situations involving women have gotten. I’m usually lighter on this topic, but this time I went all the way in and didn’t hold back. We talk about the Summer “Pizza Hut” Walker situation, the woman who assaulted Mario at his concert, and the women being unnecessarily mean to kids at church. We break do...

Welcome back! We jump into our Bird Talk segment, breaking down where the Eagles stand compared to the rest of the NFL — and Chris snaps on every Eagles haters. He has had enough.  We also get into the controversial story about a mother and her son getting jumped by 10–20 kids at an elementary school in Chicago. After that, we move into the situation surrounding Patrick Beverley getting arrested f...

We open this episode talking about how we’re tired of all the fake Michael Jacksons popping up lately. From there, Chris shares a story on fatherhood that leads into a deeper conversation about perspective shifts from past episodes. We also talk about how your first parent could be a hater and try to make sense of that idea. Then we dive into the Kevin Gates conversation — the age difference, the...

We’re back with another one! We kick things off talking about how Twitter has gotten way too X-rated since the name change — that app’s basically unfiltered now. From there, we dive into the ongoing Christian Rock situation and how the internet’s watching her motherhood journey in real time.   Then we talk about why Stefon Diggs might just be *that guy* for real, and our “Pause of the Week” goes t...

We kick things off with some Bird Talk — breaking down the latest from the Philadelphia Eagles and Sixers with my LB James, our resident Eagles specialist. From there, we dive into an unusual case involving a young woman accused of sexually assaulting a grown man, followed by an update on the infamous “scheming brick lady.” The conversation then shifts to hypergamy vs. red pill mentality — and how...