The AstonishinglyODD Podcast

Episode 33 — The Enemy | Featuring Navarro aka Scheme On this week’s episode of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast , Astonish, Javy , Chris iLL, and special guest Navarro aka Scheme dig into stories, music history, sports talk, and everything in between. The crew opens by catching up on their week. Javy shares a hilarious story from his trip to Arkansas — including an awkward encounter with a client pro...

THE ASTONISHINGLY ODD PODCAST — Episode 32: I Hope You Have 2 Hours In Episode 32, the crew — Astonish, Hi $peed, Javy, and Chris iLL — sit down for a packed, two-hour conversation full of life updates, sports debates, hip-hop talk, and their signature AOP humor. Life Updates and Personal Stories The episode opens with everyone catching up on their week. Chris iLL shows off a custom podcast gift h...

🎙️ Episode 31 | Whoadie, Wassup | The Astonishingly ODD Podcast The Astonishingly ODD Podcast is back with another classic! Astonish, Javy, and Chris iLL catch up on their week, Chicago sports, and a nostalgic No Limit vs. Cash Money Verzuz that had the city talking. 👟 Javy kicks things off with his underrated Miles Morales costume and UL 3-on-3 championship bragging rights. 🎤 Chris iLL breaks d...

🎙️ Episode 30 | “What’s Wrong With This Podcast?” The AstonishinglyODD Podcast returns with another hilarious, unpredictable episode featuring Astonish, Javy, Lance, and Chris iLL . Things start off chaotic as the crew runs mic checks — and Javy gets accused of “policing” the group, not because he’s stopping jokes, but because he had the cameras rolling early like an off-duty informant . From ther...

Chicago talk only. We open with the strip-club food myth (city vs suburbs), then the Harold’s vs Uncle Remus chicken war explodes—sauce, best locations, JJ/Sharks lore, and a shout to wing GOAT Larry Legend. From there we torch a viral “Top 100 Movies of the 21st Century” list (why Parasite at #1, where’s The Matrix?), draft our Top 5 White Rappers (Em, Mac, Russ… who else?), and recap the Hot Boy...

🎙️ Episode 28 – “ICE ICE Baby” | The Astonishingly ODD Podcast In this episode, Astonish , Javy , and Nando Magic mix laughs, debates, and real talk — covering everything from hilarious personal stories to serious conversations about boxing, justice, and culture. Javy kicks things off with stories from his work trip to Monterrey, Mexico , including awkward run-ins with antisocial coworkers. Nando...

The AstonishinglyODD Podcast | Part 2 In Part 2, the crew dives into another wild mix of culture, controversy, and conversation. The episode opens with heartfelt RIPs for Robert Redford , Omen , Assata Shakur , and the legendary Diane Martel — celebrating her iconic contributions to hip-hop and R&B music videos. From there, things take a turn as the hosts unpack Donald Trump’s recent claim tha...

✨ Episode 27 – Allow Me To Reintroduce Myself w/ Avo Wal ✨ The AstonishinglyODD Podcast is back with Astonish, Javy, Chris iLL, and Hi $peed joined by special guests Avo Wal —a rising singer, songwriter, and producer—and her manager & husband, Joseph. This episode dives into Avo’s highly anticipated EP “Hidden in Plain Sight.” She breaks down the meaning behind the title, her unique Waterfal...

Episode 26 — Free Therapy In this episode of The Astonishingly Odd Podcast, Astonish, Hi $peed, Javy, and special guest Dominique—a professional working in substance abuse and mental health—blend humor, honesty, and real talk in what feels like a true therapy session. The crew starts with their weekly recaps: Javy’s Milwaukee golf trip that stirred up old shoulder pain, a canceled “reggaeton coffe...

Episode 25: The Boys Are Back In Town The AstonishinglyODD Podcast returns with Astonish, Javy, Chris iLL, and Hi $peed. The crew kicks things off with personal updates, from Javy’s hilarious mishap of accidentally signing up for multiple meal prep services to everyday struggles with grocery shopping and bruised produce. Chris iLL shares his recent contract negotiations and shows love to the fans...

Astonish and Javy are back with laughs, real talk, and wild stories! From designer brand debates and WNBA drama to Jake Paul’s next fight and Ciara’s family moves — nothing’s off-limits. Stick around for unexpected twists, odd facts, and plenty of banter. The Astonishingly ODD Podcast is back with Astonish and Javy holding it down! 🎙️ This week’s episode kicks off with shout-outs and well wishes f...

In this episode, Astonish, Javy (Havito), Q, and Reap dive into a wide range of real-life stories, music, and culture. They start with a heated discussion on Chicago’s crime statistics vs. the reality of the city’s beauty and resilience , pushing back against the negative media portrayals with personal anecdotes. From there, Havito opens up about falling ill and suspecting hand, foot, and mouth di...

This week on The AstonishinglyODD Podcast, Astonish, Hi $peed, and Javy link up for a wild ride through sports, music, and real-life moments. 💥 The crew kicks things off with family highlights—Astonish shares moments from his niece’s birthday and a baby shower, while Javy talks about closing a condo deal and working on his long-awaited cartoon project. From there, it’s straight into the headlines...

In this episode of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast , Astonish, Javito, and Jamari dive into everything from personal milestones to wild headlines. Javito kicks things off with stories about his daughter starting a new school year and his bruises from a high-intensity paintball match, sparking a bigger conversation on teachers’ value and pay. Jamari opens up about paternity leave after the birth of hi...

Episode 20 – Two & A Possible Astonish, Javy, and Chris iLL come to the table with a full deck of laughs, hot takes, and jaw-dropping stories. The crew kicks things off with Javy’s trip to Disneyland and Santa Monica—complete with thrilling rides, beach vibes, and a near-catastrophe involving a rogue e-bike. Chris iLL admits to a painfully uneventful week, made worse by missing a Bears preseas...

The crew is back and spiraling down a wild ride of comedy, controversy, and chaos in Episode 19 of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast! Astonish, Javy, Hi $peed, and Reap go off the rails as they break down: 🔥 Javy’s “MVP” basketball moment (and the teammate who held him back) 😂 Astonish clowning a dude who looked 45 at 19 🎌 Hi $peed building cup noodle machines with the Japanese plug 🚗 Reap’s dad du...

Episode 18 – “40 & Still Outside” | The AstonishinglyODD Podcast In this episode of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast , Astonish, Javy (aka Javito), and Reap (aka The Reapster) reunite to unpack their eventful weeks, dive into pop culture hot topics, and share personal stories with their signature blend of insight and humor. Javy (aka Javito) kicks things off with a glowing review of the film Sinne...

Episode 17 – "Papi Beatz: From Gold Records to Getting Canceled… His Road to Redemption" On this powerful episode of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast , Astonish is joined by his brothers Javy , Chris iLL , and Reap , along with special guest Papi Beatz , whose career has seen the highest highs—and some unexpected lows. The crew opens with their weekly check-ins: Javy recaps a concert and high school r...

Bonus Episode – Please Stand By In this special bonus drop of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast , Astonish, Javy, Chris iLL, Reap, and Hi $peed reconnect for a laid-back, joke-filled catch-up covering life updates, movies, dancing, and more. Javy kicks things off by sharing quality time with his daughter while watching K-Pop Demon Hunters on Netflix. He praises its vibrant Spider-Verse-style animation...

Episode 16 – “Technical Difficulties” On this episode of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast , Astonish, Javy, Chris iLL, and Reap lock in to discuss the long-awaited Clipse album, “Let God Sort 'Em Out.” The crew shares their excitement and overall love for the project, praising the razor-sharp lyricism of both Pusha T and Malice. Malice’s verse on “FICO” gets special attention, with the hosts highlight...

Episode 15 – “Sweet Home Chicago” In this episode of The Astonishingly Odd Podcast , hosts Astonish, Javy, and Reap kick things off with personal reflections from the past week—including Javy’s heartfelt celebration of his grandmother’s 95th birthday. Their conversation flows into topics of aging, raising children later in life, and the importance of being present in the moment. The energy ramps u...

Episode 14 – “The BIG 3” In this episode of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast , hosts Astonish, Hi $peed, and Javy step into their roles as the podcast’s "big three" while sharing personal updates and diving into a wide range of topics—from travel woes and sports commentary to serious social issues and offbeat news. Hi $peed opens up about dealing with a painful case of tendonitis and the home remedies...

Episode 13 – “Boring A** Week” | The AstonishinglyODD Podcast In this episode of the AstonishinglyODD Podcast, hosts Astonish, Javy, Chris iLL, and Reap recap their week and dive into a blend of current events, pop culture, sports, and hip-hop. Javy kicks things off with a cold beach trip, shares a moment of gratitude, and opens up about starting virtual therapy—saying he misses the satisfying “po...

Episode 12 – The Redeemer AstonishinglyODD Podcast In Episode 12, The Redeemer , hosts Astonish, Javy, Chris iLL, and Hi $peed dive into a packed lineup of topics with their signature mix of humor, insight, and unfiltered commentary. Javy kicks things off by recapping his recent business trip to Rio de Janeiro, sharing experiences with the local culture, food, and potential podcast investors. Thou...

Peanuts To N Elephant – Episode 11 In this episode, Astonish, Jamari, Reap, Jay Vega, and Hi $peed dive into a mix of personal updates, music discussions, and sports takes—all with their signature blend of humor and unfiltered opinions. Jamari drops exciting news about expecting a baby, sparking heartfelt congratulations from the team. He also shines a light on Casino Trell’s upcoming music projec...