Spark Up Podcast

This week on Mic Check: We start by celebrating Nicki Minaj on her birthday and then talk about Drake withdrawing from the Grammys and share our theories on how/why Drake did it; Cardi B working for playboy; Roddy Rich's "The Box" goes diamond; Bizzy Bone and his Bizzy lips; Akademiks & more. 

 Let's be friends forealz.

We did a while lotta lusting but all in the name of Hip-Hop. On this episode we talking Adele & French Montana new music review; Birdman saying NBA YoungBoy is one of the best rappers due to YouTube numbers; Soul Train Awards 2021 Recap; and more

Baby its cold outside 

There is power in telling stories and helping others tell theirs. Our guest Ashlee Reyes knows that best. As a journalist, she understands the importance of telling someone's story and how it effects those who come in contact with it. Learn all about Ashlee's passions and family support that keeps her going on the path of success.  Thank you Ashlee Reyes for coming through. We loved having you. Sh...

On this episode we talk about the devastating news of Young Dolph's life being lost (0:00) Updates on the Astroworld Fest (5:25) Next 2 Verzuz was announced and we discuss 36Mafie vs. Bone Thugs N Harmony and Stephanie Mills vs. Chaka Khan (14:07) Halle Berry and Cardi B are executive producing a first ever all-female Hip-Hop soundtrack for "Bruised" directed by Halled Berry and coming out on Netf...

Just listen.

On this episode of Mic Check:  Hip-Hop gets nationwide respect when congress proclaims November as "Hip-Hop History Month"; We break down the tragedy at Astroworld; Ye on Drink Champs spilling all the tea on his "friends"; Summer Walker project, new singles & more

Cristina Sev opens up the episode by talking about how much she loves SZA and her interaction Scottie Beam. (0:51) Banz comes in with a new stlye and Cristina Sev is shook. (3:04) Banz talks about being bald AGAIN and getting fake hair (3:50) *SPOILER ALERT* This week on the culture shock we talk about Lawrence in Episode 3 of Insecure (7:34) Rumors about Pete Davidson and Kim Kardashian dating an...

Hip-Hop is getting the recognition it needed with Missy Elliott getting a star in Hollywood, & Jay -Z & LL Cool J getting inducted into the hall of fame. Things get interesting with Jay-Z opening an official Instagram account. With all the good things happening for Hip-Hop, we always get some f*** s*** DJ Akademiks continues bringing toxicity to the culture with on-going petty beef with Freddie Gi...

It's November and Banz and Cristina Sev start the podcast out by talking about how fast the year has gone by and how busy they've been. Cristina Sev is now 30 and shares some wisdom about where she is in life (6:58) Banz brings up a hypothetical scenario where your significant other holds on to love letters from an ex (18:55) This week for the culture shock they talk about actor Kal Penn surprisin...

DISCLAIMER: THIS AUDIO IS NOT HIGH QUALITY;  We celebrated our 5th anniversary at The Black Mecca of restaurants Troop in Providence, RI  We answered questions from our supporters in front of a live audience.  Thank you to everyone who came and everyone who continues to support us.  P.S Our Friend Eliana has the best adlibs  

Spark Up is at the 5th year mark - words from Cristina Sev  Join us in celebration of our 5th anniversary at Troop PVD Wednesday October 6th at 7pm 

We go in on 'Donda" Kanye West's 10th studio album released on Sunday August 29th.  Rest in peace Donda West. 

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On this episode: We talk about the legendary Producer of music Chucky Thompson passing away at 53 years young and  is responsible for so many classic songs in Hip-Hop & R&B. Nas' new album King's Disease II; Cardi B's "Bodak Yellow" hitting 1 BILLION play on Youtube; Kanye's second live stream and is it enough to keep peoples attention? The fishy business surrounding the release of Aa...

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On this episode of Mic Check we discuss Dababy's controversy leading to getting dropping from a bunch of music festivals and having a baby on the way with artist Danileigh; The biggest bachata group Aventura collaborating with the biggest Latin artist Bad Bunny; Rihanna becoming a billionaire being the richest female artist ever; The lovers & friends tour in Vegas - is it real or fake? Kanye West'...

On this episode we talk about who can and cannot catch the garter and the bouquet at a wedding, some pop culture & black excellence 

MIC CHECK 1,2 MIC CHECK 1,2! The squad is joined by Ericson from Slime Session. Listen to some Gen Z takes on Kanye West's rollout and 'Donda' listening party in ATL; Dababy being a cornball; new music from UK Rapper Dave, Canadian Alternative Pop band  Chiiild, and Yung Bleu's highly anticipated debut album 'Moon Boy' & more! 

This week, Banz gives Sev her flowers for her hosting skills at the cookout of the summer - Shenanigans '21 After that there is a long chain of thoughts on: protecting your brand; marriage; time management; cheating on your barber & more.  Thank you to all our listeners for your continuous support.  FOLLOW us on IG  https://www.instagram.com/sparkuppod/ LIKE us on Facebook https...

Pop Smoke Album Review, The Lox vs. Dipset, Perfect Rap Song & more 

Chain of thots 

How often do you leave people on read?

The Hip Hop squad gets into: The BET Awards and its new found respect; Lil Baby debate - Sev does NOT think he is a star; Cardi B revealing second pregnancy with Offset; Is H.E.R the next big songstress?; Opinion on Lil Duval's comparison between DaBaby and Ludacris; Doing Thot Shit while in a relationship; Tyler The Creator versus J. Cole; Lil Nas X's Controversial performance; Silk Sonic having...