Super Duty Tough Work Podcast

When El-P and Killer Mike debuted their Run The Jewels collaboration back in 2013, their runaway success seemed like a perfect storm. While both artists were successful in their own right, Run the Jewels took them to new heights. To the casual eye, their success might simply seem like the result of great timing and great music, but there is much more to it than that. In this episode, we break down...

Those who have watched the video-version of our podcast have noticed that we have upgraded the set and production quality of the show a couple weeks ago. This upgrade has sparked many questions from our listeners about the studio remodel. In this episode, we dive deep into the remodel to explain every detail--from hiring contractors, to sound design, to the cost--in hopes that this episode will pr...

Anyone who has worked in this country understands how trying it can be to find a job, let alone keep a job you already have. Even for those who are model employees, circumstances beyond your control can leave you jobless and unsure where your next paycheck is going to come from. In this episode, we take on a listener suggested topic and talk about how to survive a recession, so you can stay on top...

If you've paid attention to the Minneapolis hip-hop scene as long as we have, then have probably heard of MC and Beatboxer Carnage the Executioner. A close friend and collaborator with Eyedea, and a part of the extended Rhymesayers crew, Carnage has been tearing up stages for a long time. This week on the most infamous podcast on planet earth, we dive deep into his history, and breakdown the trait...

When Jay Electronica first burst onto the hip-hop scene, his talent on the mic caused many people to predict that he would be the next great MC, following the path of Biggie, Nas, & Jay Z. Since then, he has signed to Roc Nation management, done some high-profile collaborations, and dropped a few singles here and there--but no album has been released. It has now been ten years since his classic si...

If you've ever done anything in public--from live performances, to public speaking--you have probably had nightmares about a heckler showing up and ruining it. As touring artists, we have had our fair share of random strangers and so-called fans try to derail our performances with heckling. In this episode, we share stories of our worst experiences and explain what we've learned from it. These sto...

If you've worked on any project long enough, you know how frustrating it can be when your progress slows down tremendously. During these moments, it's very easy to lose patience with yourself. Whether it's negative inner-dialog, or considering quitting altogether, a lack of patience can be destructive to our work. In this episode, we talk about six things that will help you develop the patience ne...

No matter who you are or what you do for a living, you've probably been in a situation where you felt you were taken advantage of. In the music industry, there are so many stories about artists getting jerked by record labels and managers that people don't even bat an eye at it anymore. In this episode of the most infamous podcast on planet earth, we dive deep into ten things artists mistakenly do...

If you've been a fan of underground hip-hop as long as we have, then you probably know who MC/Producer J-Zone is. After releasing his 2011 book, Root for the Villain, which detailed the collapse of his rap career, he began his transition from a hip-hop artist into a full-time drummer. This week on the most infamous podcast on planet earth, we dive deep into his journey and breakdown the traits tha...

If you've participated in the workforce or sports, then you know what it's like to be a part of a team that moves together towards a common goal. You also know what it's like to be a part of a team that suffers due to bad leadership. Leadership isn't easy, but all of us are eventually given opportunities to lead. In this episode, we break down the ten mistakes that people make when leading others,...

If you've been around long enough, then you've probably helped someone else in their time of need. In most instances, the help you give allows them to bounce back from adversity as a much stronger version of themselves. However, there are times when helping someone seems to do more harm than good. In this episode of the most infamous podcast on planet earth, we take a deep dive into the ways we ca...

Once upon a time, there were a great number of dope female MCs in the rap game. From Latifah, to MC Lyte, to Lauryn Hill, to Bahamadia, and many others--they were at the top of the rap game and in great number. However, over the last twenty years, their numbers have dwindled, and those that are seen in the mainstream seem to be all alike. In this episode, we break down what happened to female rapp...

Any artist who's been practicing their craft for a while understands the constant temptation to buy new gear. Every year, new things come out that can help us do our jobs better. But is it worth it? Many artists have fallen victim to gear lust, buying the latest and greatest, but have never released their creations. In this episode, we dive into the temptation to buy new gear and give you ten thin...

While the debate about who the best rapper is often turns into unproductive arguments, we decided to speak on a quality that's easier to agree on--the voice. There are some rappers who have great voices and some rappers with wack voices. In this episode we break down our top ten favorite voices in hip-hop. As the rapper Guru once said, "it's mostly the voice." Let's go! Learn more about your ad ch...

For people who have held down a full-time job for several years, being self-employed is a common dream. The thought of being your own boss, setting your own schedule, and working on your own terms is something that seems very appealing. But, with most things, the there is always more to it. In this episode, we break down the Ten Lessons of self-employment that we've learned in almost twenty years...

As rappers ourselves, one of the most common questions we get asked is what we think of other rappers. As harmless as this question is, we find that there are always certain rappers that fans assume we should like because of who we are, but we actually don't like. In this episode, we discuss the top ten rappers that people assume we like but we actually don't. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

While we all strive to live lives full of happiness and fulfillment, there will be times when we're faced with challenges that upset the normal balance of our lives. The result is stress. In this episode, we dive deep into the best ways to deal with stress and introduce a six-step system for dealing with it. Let's go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Given our unique history, and coming up at a time where having to battle was almost mandatory, we are often asked to speak on the our history in battle rap and our thoughts on it currently. Well, here it is! In This episode of the most infamous podcast on planet earth, we dive deep into what battling was like when we first started, tell our stories and highlights, and end it with our thoughts on t...

We have recently discovered a disease that is responsible for quietly killing the dreams of millions of people--it is the disease of "just enough." This disease is characterized by a person who is talented enough to go above and beyond, settling for just enough in all aspects of their life. After doing just enough for a long time, it becomes normal causing a slew of side effects. In this episode,...

No matter how long you've been doing something, there comes a time when you have to get more serious about it. And part of getting more serious means investing in yourself. From money, to time, to skill building--investing in yourself is a must. In this episode we break down why investing in yourself is so important and what happens when you don't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

In a world where creating goals is much easier than achieving them, people who are disciplined tend to be the most successful. Thankfully, discipline isn't something people are born with, which means that even if you don't have it now you can start developing it at any time. This episode is about developing discipline and to make sure that the goals you have set lend themselves to a higher degree...

The most infamous podcast on planet earth would like to wish all of our listeners a Happy New Year. As a special thank you, we decided to do another installment of our "Fan Questions" series (where we answers the questions of all those who left messages on the Super Duty Tough Work hotline) and we also speak about setting three goals for the year. If you're on Soundcloud, feel free to post your go...

Under normal circumstances, the most infamous podcast would take this week off, but this year we decided to drop a Christmas-themed episode. Since it's the season for giving, we are talking about the best free gifts this week. How to give to the people you care about without spending a dime. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of our listeners across the globe. Learn more about your ad choic...

As the seasons change and the days get shorter and shorter, we've now entered the time of year when people's sleeping patterns take a turn for the worse. This will wreck your productivity if you don't get it in control. In this episode, the most infamous podcast on planet earth breaks down why you can't sleep because we are tired of people complaining about it! Get it together, folks! Learn more a...

Among artists, Spotify is always a touchy subject. Some artists hate it and others love it. Last week, Spotify was buzzing among artists again when artists started sharing their Spotify plays, which caused another group of artists to circulate a meme referring to them as suckers. Is spotify for suckers? We wouldn't be the most infamous podcast on planet earth if we didn't talk about it. Learn more...