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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 …

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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 ...

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May 13, 2024

Drake vs. Kendrick: Dissecting the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar Hip-Hop F…

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 ...

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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 enthus...

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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 Hi...

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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 absen...

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Jan. 15, 2024

Comedy, Controversy, and Culture

Send us a Text Message. Have you ever heard a name that made you do a double-take? Whether it's a giggle or a gasp, names carry history, identity, and sometimes, a bit of controversy. Jeff and Ant are back, marking …

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Dec. 25, 2023

Wrapping Up 2023: A Year in Review

Send us a Text Message. Wondering how a year can zip by with its fair share of ups and downs? Look no further, as we wrap up the whirlwind of 2023, sharing chuckles and stats that reveal our most avid …

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Nov. 20, 2023

Paid In Full

Send us a Text Message. The Culture Podcast | Episode 148: Paid in Full Who's ready to venture into an unfiltered journey through the world of hip-hop? We're pulling the curtain back on some juicy stories that have the indust...

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Nov. 8, 2023

Cheesecake Factory

Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what are the worst places for a first date? We're here to help! We're putting the infamous online list of refused first date locations under the microscope, and challenging the idea that ...

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Oct. 18, 2023

Jada Pinkett (Shakur) Smith

Send us a Text Message. Jada Pinkett is once again out here talking to anybody that will listen, as she tries to sell a book, and continues to embarrass her "husband" in the process. The Culture has had enough of …

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Oct. 2, 2023

Monkey Business

Send us a Text Message. Erica Mena calls dancehall queen, Spice, a monkey. We dissect the cultural implications about the racial slur and the aftermath of the social backlash. Episode Breakdown: What's truly going on behind t...

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Sept. 4, 2023

From Cornhole Leagues to Aging Politicians: A Diverse Analysis

Send us a Text Message. We've got an episode that's as diverse as our own experiences in a cutthroat cornhole league. Talking everything from the need for younger leaders in politics to the viral video of an Alabama boat inci...

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Aug. 14, 2023

Hip Hop 50

Send us a Text Message. Step into the heart of Hip Hop history withour latest episode. Picture this: 50 years of hip-hop and we're celebrating it at the heart of the Bronx - Yankee Stadium. We kick off this episode …

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July 31, 2023

UFOs, Knockouts, and Kidnapping Hoaxes: A Potpourri of Topics

Send us a Text Message. In this captivating podcast episode, we embark on an exhilarating journey through a potpourri of topics that will leave you both entertained and enlightened. First up, we dive into the music realm with...

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July 10, 2023

Trust, Vision, and Redemption: Welcoming Back Doubters

Send us a Text Message. We welcome special guest editor and producer, Razir Jae, who once upon a time produced a rival podcast to The Culture. We discuss the fall outs of said podcast and the conundrum of having business …

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June 26, 2023

Luxury Descents

Send us a Text Message. The Titan submarine's vanishing and catastrophic implosion left 5 people dead, but many more with a lot of questions. The one question The Culture asks in this episode, is what would compel somebody to...

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June 8, 2023

Hip Hop's 50th Anniversary Concert: Celebrating Culture & Challenging…

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we delve into a thought-provoking discussion sparked by Neil deGrasse Tyson's statement regarding a racial stereotype. We examine the historical context and implications of such statem...

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May 29, 2023

Celebrating Legacies: Tina Turner's Legacy & Carmelo Anthony's Impact

Send us a Text Message. Join us as we delve into the remarkable legacies of two iconic figures in their respective fields. In this episode, we pay tribute to the incomparable Tina Turner, reflecting on her enduring impact on ...

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May 19, 2023

Ja Morant Controversy: Consequences and Reflections

Send us a Text Message. Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we dive into two captivating topics making waves in the sports world. We start by exploring the unexpected collaboration between lifestyle maven Martha Stew...

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May 8, 2023

Cinco de Mayo, Capitalism, Racism, and Beyond

Send us a Text Message. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on this year's Cinco de Mayo, the intersection of capitalism and racism, and more. Jeff rants about white people celebrating Cinco de Mayo. We also discuss ...

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April 21, 2023

God Complex

Send us a Text Message. Another shooting? 17 mass shootings already this year in the United States and we are only in April. Jeff and Ant evaluate what needs to be done about this American epidemic. What should be done …

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April 17, 2023

Suck My.......

Send us a Text Message. The Dalai Lama told a young boy to suck his tongue. What should we make of this? Is it a cultural thing or should it be taken a little more seriously? Also, the backlash over …

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April 11, 2023

Lack of Diversity in Hollywood

Send us a Text Message. The new Mario Bros. movie is out, but John Leguizamo is upset that there are no Latino's in the movie. Does he have a right to be upset? Does he have a point about Latino's …

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