Aaron Busby, James Cole & Martin Esquer

The iLLogical Sense Podcast

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Join Busby, J.C. & Martin as they discuss music, sports, pop culture & try to make logical sense of an illogical world.

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Aaron Busby, James Cole & Martin Esquer

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Dec 20, 2025

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Episodes

Episode 158: "Knock On Wood" 12.11.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang explain the criteria for their #iLL50ArtistsOfThe2010s list (12:30), as well as recap Drake’s embarrassing night as the Camp Flog Gnaw special guest (58:26). Later, the guys discuss T.I.’s controversial method of parenting (1:13:16), new music by Dave East, J. Stone & Doja Cat (1:18:35), Dion Waiters’ bad trip on edibles (1:40:37) and more!

Episode 157: “Bang! Bang! Bang!" 05.11.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang recap the mid-season finale of Power (15:53) as well as pay their respects to John “Pops” Witherspoon (37:27). Later, the guys discuss the week in sports (47:57), new music by Westside Gunn & Gang Starr (1:16:41), the impact of Lil Wayne’s debut ‘Tha Block is Hot’ & M. Night Shyamalan's 'The Sixth Sense’ 20 years later (1:25:00) and more!

Episode 156: "Jesus is Cash" 29.10.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang recap the season finale of Rhythm and Flow (4:45), as well as the latest episode of Power (18:30). Later, the guys dissect Kanye’s new album ‘Jesus Is King' (31:16), an interesting Joyner Lucas & Eminem snippet being leaked (1:38:50), Tank’s comments about men being bi-curious (1:43:43) and more! Other music reviews this week include Guapdad4000’s 'Dior Deposits,’ Qui...

Episode 155: "Somebody Did This" 22.10.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang review Week 2 of Rhythm and Flow (7:23), as well as Nas being fed up with the love for Illmatic (25:04). Later, the guys discuss The Game re-naming his label Prolific Records (39:23), Rolling Stone having the audacity on their Top-100 Singers list (58:08), 2019-20 NBA season predictions (1:54:33) and more! This week’s music reviews include Gucci Mane’s ‘Woptober II,’...

Episode 154: "Hot-Liners" 15.10.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang debate whether or not 'El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie' was necessary (5:01), as well as praise the overall production of Netflix’s 'Rhythm and Flow’ (26:03). Later, the guys discuss T.I.’s claim that Iggy Azalea was “The tarnish of my legacy" (1:09:42), Wale's 6th album, 'Wow...That’s Crazy!’ (1:24:50), the 49ers still winning (1:54:48), who the drug dealer on Sesame...

Episode 153: "A-Ha-Ha" 08.10.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang review "Joker" (3:44), as well as discuss the Amber Guyger sentence & what forgiveness means to them (34:30). Later, the guys celebrate the 49ers & Raiders recent successes (1:01:52), why fans are pissed off at WWE (1:22:32), Shaq vs. Damian Lillard (1:46:35), new rants from Cardi B & B.o. B (1:52:17) and more! This week’s music reviews include Akon’s “El Negreeto,” D...

Episode 152: "Hypocritically Stupid" 01.10.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang recap their experience being seat fillers for WWE's Smackdown at the Chase Center arena in SF (3:31), as well as discuss Tekashi 6ix9ine’s rumored plans to skip witness protection to continue his career (19:12). Later, the guys talk about Kanye delaying yet another album and have a debate about his relevancy within the culture (37:02). They also talk about Marvel & So...

Episode 151: “Dunn-Dunn" 24.09.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang waste no time talking about Tekashi 6ix9ine’s court testimony (1:20) and how people are trying to normalize snitching as a result (58:16). Later, the guys discuss some new music drops (1:09:15), this year’s Forbes Hip-Hop list (1:28:14), Antonio Brown throwing it all away for ego (1:35:55) and more! This week’s music reviews include Skyzoo’s & Pete Rock’s “Retropolita...

Episode 150: “Welcome To The Lawn!" 17.09.2019

After a self-imposed week off, the iLLogical gang return to break down Nicki Minaj’s retirement & unretirement (19:48), as well as Shaun King vs. Deray (46:23). Later, the guys discuss Tekashi 6ix9ine's expected testimony in court (54:26), California’s proposed 'Fair Pay To Play Act’ bill (1:33:49), the start of the NFL season (2:11:40) & so much more! This week’s music reviews include EARTHGANG’s...

Episode 149: "That's Not Funny!" 03.09.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang discuss cancel culture’s failed attempts to get rid of Dave Chappelle (14:41), as well as the first act of the NFL & Roc Nation partnership (40:50). Later, the guys compare debate Usher’s ‘Confessions’ vs. Justin Timberlake’s ‘Future Sex/Love Sounds' (1:06:51), former NFL player Larry Johnson tweeting about an effeminate agenda in pro sports (2:00:39), racism in San J...

Episode 148: "You Know Why You Came" 27.08.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang discuss the craze around Popeyes’ chicken sammiches (12:50), as well as praise Rapsody’s latest album “EVE” (50:50). Later, the guys recap the Season 6 premiere of “Power” (1:46:19), Dave Chappelle’s latest standup special (1:57:07), Disney continuing it’s plans for world domination (2:13:20) & more! Other music reviews include Little Brother’s "May the Lord Watch,” J...

Episode 147: "I'm a Business...Man?!" 20.08.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang debate whether Jay-Z made the right decision to partner with the NFL (14:42), as well as Nicki Minaj’s appearance on the Joe Budden Podcast (1:20:42). Later, the guys praise Snoh Aalegra’s new album "- Ugh, those feels again” (1:42:39), the iLL Topic of the Week centered around the 2009-11 & 2013 XXL Freshman classes (2:07:43), how far a couple should go during role p...

Episode 146: "Chasing Moments" 13.08.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang review Rick Ross’ “Port of Miami 2” (21:49) and discuss the significance of album sequels (38:01). Later, the guys talk about Nicki Minaj inviting the Joe Budden Podcast onto Queen Radio (1:16:10), explain their Top-5 rappers of all-time lists (2:01:52), the 10-year anniversaries of The Jacka’s "Tear Gas” & Slaughterhouse’s debut (2:22:38) and more! Other music review...

Episode 145: “The’s And Not The’s" 06.08.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang review "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" and "Hobbs & Shaw" (20:20), followed by the impact of Drake adding his classic loosies to the DSPs (57:43). Later, the guys talk about NF beating Chance for the #1 spot (1:27:51), Glasses Malone saying that Snoop Dogg was a bigger rapper than 2Pac in their primes (1:52:18), different criteria used to make “greatest of all-time” l...

Episode 144: "Terms & Conditions" 30.07.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang recap Chance the Rapper’s “The Big Day” (8:39) and analyze Rick Ross’ plans for “Port of Miami 2” after dropping the Drake-assisted "Golden Roses" (52:46). Later, the guys talk about what an ESPN-themed channel for Hip-Hop would look like (1:08:20), how much artists are really making off of their music (1:23:45), Jamie Foxx vs. Donald Glover (2:17:23) and more. Other...

Episode 143: "Spoilers!" 23.07.2019

his week, the iLLogical gang recap season 4 of Netflix's "Last Chance U" (2:44), react to Marvel’s ‘Phase 4’ rollout (24:43), and Busby gives a passionate review of “The Lion King” live action re-make (39:01). Later, the guys talk about Nas’s compilation album “Lost Tapes 2” and have a heated discussion about his legacy (1:04:58). They also talk about Glasses Malone’s controversial song & video “2...

Episode 142: “Ya’ll Know What This Is!" 16.07.2019

This week, the iLLogical gang dissect Jermaine Dupri’s comments about female rappers (2:55), as well as the proposed social event to "free them aliens" at Area 51 (18:04). Later, the guys talk about Jay-Z’s new role with the San Jose cannabis dispensary, Caliva (32:31), where they stand on the moral compass (44:47), where Big K.R.I.T. ranks amongst his peers after “KRIT IZ HERE” (1:03:06), Russell...

Episode 141: "$11k & Some Chocolate" 09.07.2019

While Martin is on vacation, Busby & J.C. give in-depth analysis of Dreamville’s “Revenge of the Dreamers III” (15:55) and try to figure out what Van Lathan meant by “J. Cole or Lil Wayne” (39:25). Later, the iLLogical duo discuss the AfroFuture Fest ticket controversy (1:04:00), white folks mad about Halle Bailey landing the role of Ariel in 'The Little Mermaid’ (1:17:20), Kawhi restoring balance...

Episode 140: "Inevitability" 02.07.2019

This week, the iLLogical Gang give in-depth analysis of Chris Brown’s “Indigo” (21:26) and Freddie Gibbs' & Madlib’s “Bandana” (44:37). Later, the guys highlight some of their favorite albums dropped so far this year (1:04:42), predict who will drop in the 2nd half of the year (1:22:06), why Taylor Swift is beefing with Justin Bieber’s manager, Scooter Braun (1:28:55), NBA free agency madness (1:5...

Episode 139: "Frozen Moments" 25.06.2019

This week, the iLLogical Gang discuss the lack of support artists show to the BET Awards (17:55) and the 2019 XXL Freshman list (40:40). Later, the guys wonder if Drake is really teflon (1:01:51), talk about the Damian Lillard vs. Marvin Bagley III battle during the NBA Draft (01:10:25), reflect on the most regretted concerts not attended (1:54:16) and more. This week’s music reviews include Benny...

Episode 138: "Pettyland (It's What They Deserve)" 18.06.2019

This week, the iLLogical Gang celebrate the return of The Boondocks (09:51) and discuss the aftermath of the Raptors beating the Warriors in the NBA Finals (22:56). After J.C. & Martin gloat about the Lakers acquiring Anthony Davis (1:08:56), the guys discuss O.J. Simpson’s arrival on Twitter. (1:50:35), Tory Lanez being fake woke for the ‘Gram (1:57:33), reflect on the 10-year anniversary of J. C...

Episode 137: “Board Man! Board Man!" 11.06.2019

This week the iLLogical Gang discuss the unfortunate aftermath of Game 5 in the NBA Finals (0:41) and DJ Khaled being upset about his album debuting #2 on Billboard (45:00). Later, the guys ask if Drake has a top-10 album of the decade (1:18:11), how the BeyHive’s latest stunt further proves they’re out of control (1:26:21), the “Striking Viper” episode of Black Mirror (1:47:33) and more. This wee...

Episode 136: "It's Above Me" 04.06.2019

This week the iLLogical Gang discuss the first two games of the NBA Finals (0:54) and what occurred between Mike Tyson and Wack 100 (20:31). Later, the guys discuss why they’re hesitant to watch “When They See Us” (47:23), give music reviews (1:19:47), which three signature Nickelodeon shows are their favorites (1:48:16) and more. This week’s music reviews include Denzel Curry’s “ZUU,” Jim Jones’...

Episode 135: “Fo'Real" 28.05.2019

This week the iLLogical Gang discuss Jason Mitchell’s nasty ways being made public (13:54) and spark a heated debate over YG’s new album “4real 4real” (34:15) Later, the guys reflect on the 1-year anniversary of Drake vs. Pusha T (1:15:27), make NBA Finals predictions (1:36:31), which hypothetical NBA scenario they’d choose (1:46:17), and more. Other music reviews include Beast Coast's "Escape Fro...

Episode 134: "For No F’N Reason" 21.05.2019

This week the iLLogical Gang are finally able to discuss the Game of Thrones series finale along with the fan reactions (8:34). Later, the guys discuss the Knicks not getting the #1 overall pick in the NBA Draft Lottery (36:33), Nipsey Hussle’s final music video appearance in “Higher” (1:10:09), proper etiquette in an UBER (1:42:47), and more! This week’s music reviews include DJ Khaled’s “Father...

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