You the Crazy One

In the pilot episode of "Crazy Sane Thoughts", a YTCO subseries where Taji Aqib takes his podcast audience on a brief journey through the random, sometimes offbeat thoughts that invade his mind, he discusses what he believes to be an insane and subservient mental state that must exist for the cultivation and propegation of bigoted idealism. Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at ⁠⁠⁠https://Patre...

In part 2 of this episode, which began by delving into the allegations of sexual abuse against Diddy, we explore the disturbing realities highlighted in the documentary 'Quiet on the Set.' We examine the controversial how's and why's of boys and men in the entertainment industry being subjected to sexual violation, shedding light on the dark underbelly of the industry and the deepe...

While the story continues to unfold revolving around Diddy’s rape and sex trafficking allegations, Taji and Dre discuss their own experiences with Bad Boy, Diddy, and the dangerous, dark underbelly of the mainstream entertainment industry that we too willingly choose to turn a blind eye to. Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at ⁠⁠⁠https://Patreon.com/TajiAqib⁠⁠⁠, where you can watch the live re...

Everyone has a story. While we get consumed with the lifestyles of celebrities, it is often the people we pass every day who have the most fascinating, inspirational, and relatable stories. In the pilot episode of You the Crazy One's subseries "Stars Among Us," 75-year-old Janice discusses her adventurous spirit and solo drive from Philadelphia to Alaska. • Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at...

According to recent studies, oxytocin, nicknamed the “love” or “cuddle hormone,” is vital for women to fall in love. Vasopressin is the male equivalent. Vasopressin, however, coupled with the hormone testosterone, promotes a sense of separateness, aggression, and risk-taking. Sounds complicated, doesn’t it? What if men and women are scientifically predetermined to clash? Taji and co-host Ajah disc...

What is the difference between how men bond with each other and how women bond with each other, and is there a way that is better? Taji's 81-year-old mom makes a brief guest appearance to discuss problematic friendship trends that seem to have gone unchanged for decades. Co-hosted by Chanté, Damon G, and Dre. Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at ⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TajiAqib⁠⁠⁠, where you can watch...

Are you pro- or anti-anger? Taji, Chanté, and Damon G talk about the problems that uncontrolled anger can cause, as well as the less celebrated benefits of the emotion. As talked about in this episode, get the "Montgomery Brawl" tee/sweatshirt at https://wulfwaresinc.etsy.com. For now, message Chanté on Instagram at https://instagram.com/ChantesCrochets to inquire about her crochet desig...

Host Taji Aqib argues that there is a difference between a movement and an agenda and that the latter makes a mockery of the former and ruins art. Co-hosted by Ajah and Damon G. Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TajiAqib⁠⁠⁠⁠, where you can watch the live recordings and enjoy other perks!

To take your time or not take your time? When meeting a new person and the vibes are bustling, should you throw caution to the wind and cuff up or move slowly in the name of getting to know them better? Taji, Damon G., and Ajah discuss and debate this and other scenarios revolving around trust. Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at  ⁠⁠⁠ Patreon.com/TajiAqib ⁠⁠⁠ , where you can watch the live re...

Money can't buy you happiness, but for many of us, it can buy you peace of mind. But would the promise of generational wealth be enough to compromise your morals? Join the squad as they discuss the age old question. Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at  ⁠⁠ Patreon.com/TajiAqib ⁠⁠ , where you can watch the live recordings and enjoy other perks!

Carrying over from the original discussion, Taji and his co-hosts debate about accountability between friends when offense is taken and feelings are hurt. Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at ⁠⁠ Patreon.com/TajiAqib ⁠⁠, where you can watch the live recordings and enjoy other perks!

How much weight do our words carry and what level of responsibility should we feel towards the behaviors of our human counterparts based on our interactions with them? In this two-part episode of YTCO, the conversation leads to a personal scenario, where an intense debate ensues. Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at ⁠⁠Patreon.com/TajiAqib⁠⁠, where you can watch the live recordings and enjoy ot...

In the last episode of You the Crazy One, we discussed the desensitization to horror. But has there been a desensitization to comedy as well? Have we be come too scornful for classic comedy formulas? In this episode, the crew discusses how the social and political climate and the rise of social media has put pressure on creators of comedic entertainment to adjust the ways they try to make people l...

Is it just us, or do scary movies not hit the same as they used to? Taji is joined by cohosts Chanté and Dre as they discuss movies like Jaws and The Exorcist. What exactly was it that made these movies so good? Can it be duplicated in modern cinema? And if not, what are we missing and what does it say about US? Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at ⁠⁠Patreon.com/TajiAqib⁠⁠, where you can watch...

Everyone has a voice, but do we always have to listen to them all? The YTCO squad discusses the need to be sensitive to the plights of our fellow human beings, but how hypersensitivity can do more harm than good to the very groups it is meant to help, and the potentially dangerous slippery slope of giving sensitivity groups unchallenged platforms that could ironically lead to inadvertent censorshi...

Host Taji Aqib is joined by co-hosts Chanté and Ajah as they discuss the trending topic plastic surgery and other extreme makeovers. What is driving so many women to manipulate their images in unnatural ways, even as far as risking going under the knife? With many pointing the finger at societal pressures and social media, is it really as simple as just loving yourself more? Support The You the Cr...

NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo had some harsh but cogitative words for a reporter who asked him if his season could be deemed a “failure” after his number-one seeded team was bounced from the first round of the NBA playoffs, placing the question center stage: What really is the meaning of failure? The YTCO squad discusses whether the fear of a failure is a plague on our culture and society or if o...

Personalities, we’ve all got them, but have you noticed that your city has a personality too? How do certain cities/locations develop the character that they’re known for? Do we share similar character traits as the place we live in? Join host Taji Aqib and co-host Chanté as they ponder how regionality affects personality and whether it's good or bad for us. Support The You the Crazy One Podcast a...

Former NBA players Kendrick Perkins and JJ Redick had a heated debate on ESPN’s First Take revolving around the NBA’s MVP race, where Perkins insinuated there may be racial bias in the voting. We convened to discuss and challenge the backlash to Perkins’ comments. Because, yes, unfortunately, sports is still in color, as is the world. Support The You the Crazy One Podcast at https://Patreon.com/Ta...

Census statistics say there is a disproportionate amount of fatherless homes in the black community compared to other ethnic groups. But do those numbers really tell the full story? Taji Aqib is joined by co-hosts Damon G., Dre, and newcomer Ajah to dissect how fatherlessness can affect a child, the growing lack of present fathers of all races and cultures in the upbringing of children, and how th...

How much would people judge you if they really knew your every thought and behind-closed-doors behaviors? Would they look at you the same? Taji Aqib is joined by Dre and Damon G. to discuss, but there's concern about how real certain individuals are being. Support the podcast at Patreon.com/TajiAqib, where you can watch the live recordings and enjoy other perks!

One of the hosts is starting to get fed up with people acting like their sob stories make them unique.  Support the podcast at Patreon.com/TajiAqib , where you can watch the live recordings and enjoy other perks.

Entitled kids, passive parents, Kanye West, how white people represent black people in the movies they make, and more. Damon G and Dre join host Taji Aqib in a fun one but a thought-provoking one to end the year. This entire podcast is also available in a special edition uncut video version at https://youtu.be/9dUdUtNHFrA . Support the podcast at Patreon.com/TajiAqib , where you can watch the live...

In this special episode for the Halloween season, Taji is joined by his nephews and niece from Senegal who have had and have heard several stories about creepy and ominous encounters with the spirit world back home. What does it all mean? Support the podcast at Patreon.com/TajiAqib , where you can watch the live recordings and enjoy other perks. WulfPack, woof back!

Do we go too far with treating our pets like we would a human being or even better, to the point where we do them more harm than good? Taji is joined by Chanté, Keazy, and Damon to discuss! Support the podcast at Patreon.com/TajiAqib, where you can watch the live recordings and enjoy other perks. WulfPack, woof back!