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The Culture Podcast

The Culture Podcast

The Culture is a weekly podcast that delivers a thought-provoking and edgy take on Hip-Hop culture and current events. Hosted by Jeff DeLaRosa and Anthony Austin, we dive into conversations that are as unfiltered as they are insightful, with diverse perspectives and panelists who are never afraid to speak their minds.
Hip-Hop isn't just a genre-it's a way of life. The Culture is the podcast where that lifestyle is celebrated through engaging discussions and raw, unapologetic content. We showcase the intersection of life and culture, with inspiring, motivating, and empowering conversations that span beyond music to everything Hip-Hop touches. From trending topics to provocative guests, we bring you a unique perspective on the culture you won't hear anywhere else.
Join us every week for an experience that's as authentic as the culture itself. This is the podcast made by the culture, for the culture.

Recent Blog Posts

July 21, 2026

The Wait is Over: What This Knicks Championship Means

The Wait Is Over: What This Knicks Championship Means The New York Knicks are NBA Champions. Even typing those words feels surreal. For most fan bases, a championship is a celebration. For Knicks fans, it’s the end of a generational journey. I’m…
Jan. 24, 2026

Faith, Belonging, and the Digital Spaces Where the Culture Is Being Rewritten

Culture isn’t just shaped by what we consume - it’s shaped by where and how we belong. Fora generation navigating identity, values, and relationships in increasingly digital spaces, evensomething as personal as dating has become a cultural signal. F…
Oct. 30, 2025

Why Is Hip Hop Important to Black and Brown Culture?

Hip Hop: The Pulse of the People Hip Hop isn’t just a sound — it’s a survival code. Born in the Bronx and raised by the streets, Hip Hop became the ultimate voice for the unheard. It carried the pain, pride, and power of Black and Brown communities…

Recent Episodes

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Sept. 18, 2024

Life Changes, Hip-Hop Legends, and New Beginnings: We're Back!

Can you imagine discovering a serious health condition out of the blue? Join us as we catch up after a three-month break, sharing personal stories and life updates that have kept us on our toes. From Jeff's move from Jersey to Pennsylvania to Ant's alarming hospital visit that uncovered elevated blood pressure and a kidney infection, our return episode is packed with revelations. Ant opens up about his new health regimen and how he's staying resilient despite the diagnosis of cirrhosis of the li
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June 10, 2024

Generational Gap in Hip-Hop

Send us a Text Message. Can commercial success ever truly reflect artistic quality? We tackle this burning question as The Culture's Jeff, along with Lindsey from ReeVolt Records, analyze Apple Music's Top 100 Best Albums of All Time. We passionately scrutinize the ranking of "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" at number one, comparing it to legendary albums like Michael Jackson's "Thriller." We'll break down the top ten, featuring music icons such as Beyoncé, Nirvana, Amy Winehouse, Kendrick Lama
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May 13, 2024

Drake vs. Kendrick: Dissecting the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar Hip-Hop Feud

Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what fuels the fire in the rap world's most explosive feuds? Mikey-She joins the show once again to dissect the lyrical sparring between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Prepare to navigate the twists and turns of hip-hop rivalries, as we lay bare the intricate beats of their ongoing battle. It's a no-holds-barred analysis that promises to reveal the strategic plays behind the verses and how they've shaped the artists' careers and the industry itself. From the auth
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April 15, 2024

O.J. Simpson: The Trial, The Controversy, and The Legacy

Send us a Text Message. We're back! After a breather, the Culture Crew is here to not only revitalize your playlist but to provoke your thoughts with a candid examination of the joys of reading and listening. Wrestling enthusiasts, we've got a special treat for you as we discuss the electrifying world of WWE, zooming in on WrestleMania's frenzy and the captivating persona of Cody Rhodes and the dissection of the sexuality of Damien Priest. It's a conversation that goes beyond the ring, touching
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Feb. 26, 2024

The Notorious PhD: Dr. Todd Boyd

Send us a Text Message. Explore the depths of hip-hop's transformative power with Dr. Todd Boyd, the "Notorious PhD," as he takes us on a 50-year journey through the genre's history in his latest book, "Rappers Deluxe: How Hip Hop Made the World." As a pioneer in the academic study of hip-hop and a true devotee of the culture, Dr. Boyd offers an authentic narrative that weaves together the evolution of this dynamic art form with its undeniable influence on politics, fashion, and the arts. From t
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Feb. 5, 2024

CREED

Send us a Text Message. Ever feel like cultural heritage months fly by without their due recognition? Well, not on our watch! We unravel the significance of cultural celebrations like Black History Month and the curious absence of corresponding days off for Hispanic Heritage Month. We dive into the discussion with gusto, examining how corporations observe holidays like Juneteenth and Martin Luther King Day – all while gearing up for a football showdown that promises to keep tensions high and spi

About the Host

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Jeff DeLaRosa

Creator/Host/Writer/Editor/Hip-Hop head/Influencer

Jeff is a Dominican American from North New Jersey. He is passionate about racism and about Hip-Hop as a genre and as a culture. He started The Culture as a podcast during the pandemic with his buddy Anthony, to speak his mind and keep himself sane while in lockdown. The podcast would go on to evolve and become a multimedia movement. In addition to the podcast, in order to satisfy his appetite for writing, Jeff started The Culture Blog. On the blog, he writes about topics he is passionate about spanning geek culture, pop culture, Hip-Hop culture and then some.

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