Respect The Connect

Episode 153 of Respect the Connect is here! This week, we’re diving into the biggest conversations in comedy, sports, music, and culture. We break down Tony Hinchcliffe’s latest stand-up special, the backlash surrounding it, and whether controversy is becoming the price of pushing boundaries in comedy. We also talk about LeBron James leaving Los Angeles and where he could realistically land next....

Episode 152 – Oatmeal Rap This week on Respect the Connect, we’re bringing it full circle. We revisit the J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, and Drake saga to see how everything has aged—and whether the culture views it differently now. We also show love to Anthony A as he returns to Albuquerque to open for Fluffy, and talk about what moments like that mean for comics grinding their way up. From there, we d...

This week, we’re breaking down the wild idea of President Trump hosting a UFC event at the White House and what it says about the future of politics, sports, and entertainment. We also dive into Elon Musk’s brain chip technology and the latest developments in the world of Neuralink. Is the future already here, or are we moving too fast? Plus, we react to the NBA Finals and celebrate the New York K...

In episode 150 of Respect the Connect, we dive into some mind-expanding topics. We explore the subtle power of microdosing, unpack the debate between Michael Jackson and Drake’s legacies, and give you an in-depth look at the new Michael Jackson documentary on Netflix. Don’t miss this milestone episode—it’s a journey through music, culture, and consciousness.

Respect The Connect – Episode 150 Episode 150 is here, and we’re bringing the smoke. This week, we break down the latest chapter in the rap world as Jay-Z appears to embrace tensions with Drake following his headline-grabbing freestyle at the Roots Picnic. Is Hov officially back in diss mode, or are fans reading too much into it? We dive into the bars, the reactions, and what it could mean for hip...

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Episode 146 of Respect the Connect is all over the map—in the best way possible. We dive into the buzz Michael Jackson movie and what the crew thought about it when we went to see it, then pivot into the strange and still-unfolding David and Celeste mystery that’s got people asking more questions than answers. We also break down the assassination attempt involving Donald Trump—what’s confirmed, wh...

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MOON MISSION PT 2 | Space Race Returns | AI Creative Takeover | UBI | Justin Bieber at Coachella | RTC EP144

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Episode 142 of Respect The Connect is loaded. Johnny James and the crew dive into Michael B. Jordan taking home a win for Sinners and what it means for his career, the culture, and the critics who doubted him. Then we get into LaRussell going viral for all the wrong reasons—what he said, why people are heated, and how fast the internet will turn on you. And it gets even crazier… We break down the...

BOSQUE COWBOYS | Missing General | Bosque Attacks | 50 Cent beef | Classic Kanye | RTC EP141

WE’RE AT WAR | Iran | Jim Carrey’s Face | The Epstein Disclosures | Girls Rule | RTC EP140

On this episode, we sit down with Kate Gerwin, owner of Happy Accidents in Albuquerque, to talk about bartender culture, hospitality, and what it really takes to chase your dreams. From building community behind the bar to turning passion into a thriving business, Kate shares the mindset, grit, and creativity that fuel both great cocktails and a meaningful life. This conversation dives into how ba...

UNM FOOTBALL COACH JASON ECK | The New Lobo Football Story | Diego Pavia and the Underdog Spirit | Embracing NM Culture | RTC EP138

ROB VANDERSLICE on God, Faith, Getting Clean, and New Mexico Lowrider Culture.

Trump vs Venezuela, Avatar Fire and Ash, Drake Lawsuit, and Stranger Things

GROUP CHAT | MAGA Minaj? | Is NYE Played Out? | Consciousness Wars | Creator Life & Work Ethic | RTC.EP134

Dj Animal on Episode 133

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Darren White Episode 131

GROUP CHAT | Acupuncture | 3I Atlas | MBDTF turns 15 | Lebron better | RTC.EP130

We sit down with Carlos D!

TERRA BELL | Ozempic on sale | Where did all the church bells go? | Uncle Sam can’t save you | RTC.EP128