On episode 221 of Some Dude Podcast, Mike B. and J.R. Bang bring a mix of laughs, insights, and debate as they tackle everything from hip-hop to cultural moments.
The episode kicks off with a quick mental health check, ensuring their listeners know how they’re holding up before they head straight into a hot topic: Lil Wayne’s newly released "Tha Carter VI." The duo analyzes the album's highs and lows, with Mike giving it a 5/10 while acknowledging some standout tracks. They examine whether it’s time to accept that rappers, like Lil Wayne, might not age as gracefully in the industry. The hosts compare Wayne’s current career to sports analogies – is he more of a designated hitter than an MVP these days?
Next, they dissect the marathon BET Awards. Mike and Bang react to Mariah Carey receiving her VERY FIRST BET Award and unpack whether the elusive chanteuse is truly respected by the culture. Was this long overdue, or does her career need more acknowledgment beyond the accolades?
Rounding out the episode, the laughs continue with a segment highlighting Keith Sweat’s lament about being single at 63 because “women don’t cook or clean.” Bang’s animated rant takes center stage as they poke fun at the R&B legend’s woes and unrealistic expectations in today’s dating scene.
On this weeks episode of RAOP we chop up about the upcoming Pod A Thon, signing a 360 deal with Exxxotica, is SINNERS 2 necessary, Erica Banks going on a stripping world tour, Offset crashing out over fresh braids and a ton more.
Gooners! As pledged, here’s the second half of our Arsenal season review with Elliot. This is the bit with player rankings, transfer talk, squad building debates, off-field chatter, and our overall assessment of an ultimately frustrating season that still showed progress in certain departments.
Thanks for sticking with us this season and we’ll be popping up here and there all summer.
Tap in and UP THE ARSENAL!
The Friday edition of I'm Not Gon Hold You Hosted by Scott Lewis
Today's Crew: J.R. Bang & Dante Miles
Today's Guest: Beefloaf of From The 108
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
9:48 - NBA Finals Game 1 Recap
41:20 - Knicks fire Thibs
50:22 - QAaron Rodgers picks Steelers
57:05 - Barber’s Chair Shop Ad
57:34 - The Local Hour
57:52 - White Sox talk/Beefloaf Pulls Up
1:03:54 - White Sox ownership agreement
1:18:58 - Possible new Sox stadium?
1:26:28 - Sox to watch
1:34:23 - Bears stadium issues
1:43:14 - Bears minicamp recap
1:49:24 - Caleb’s progress
1:55:08 - Camp battles/worries
Mike B & J.R. Bang tackle the ongoing NBA Finals, spotlighting the Oklahoma City Thunder’s exceptional season and predicting their strong performance against the Indiana Pacers. A potential sweep looms, with OKC’s defense and star players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poised to dominate. The pair also speculate on the challenges facing American basketball on the global stage, predicting a tougher road for Team USA in the 2028 Olympics due to the rising competitiveness of international teams like Canada and France.
The conversation extends to broader cultural topics, including high-profile controversies in sports and entertainment. They discuss legal and reputational issues facing figures like Diddy, Zion Williamson, and Shannon Sharpe, speculating on the resurgence of accountability movements like #MeToo in the sports and entertainment industries.
The episode concludes with a focus on men’s mental health for June, encouraging listeners to check on themselves and others. Packed with relatable moments, bold sports predictions, and cultural reflections, this episode blends humor with thought-provoking insights, keeping fans engaged.
It’s time to wrap up (then burn and bury) Arsenal’s 24/25 season, so we asked longtime friend of the pod, Elliot Ross (@elliot__ross on the evil app), to join us for a thorough assessment of the ups, downs, and everything between.
In this first half, we recapped the season (good, bad and ugly), including a deep dive into Myles Lewis-Skelly’s "eventful" season, the team’s tendency to defend well and squander leads, along with a player of the season debate and much more.
Tap in and expect the second half in another day or two. #COYG!
The Monday edition of I'm Not Gon Hold You Hosted By Scott Lewis
Today's crew: J.R. Bang, Courtney Collabro, Pavy & Tosin
Guests: Coach & Deen from The Shirtless Plantain Show
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
6:30 - Inside The NBA/ESPN worries?
14:22 - Pacers win the East
23:52 - What’s next for the Knicks?
33:25 - NBA Finals storylines
39:55 - NBA Finals preview
58:07 - Soccer For Dummies
1:36:09 - Barber’s Chair Shop Ad
1:36:40 - MLB talk with Courtney
On this weeks episode of RAOP we chop it up about Jaheim putting that woman first and losing, video games that are impossible to beat, the remaining two New Orleans fugitives, favorite King magazine covers and more.
Wow. Didn’t see THAT coming!
The Qatari Sports Investment’s long odyssey to take European football reached its logical conclusion as Luis Enrique’s Paris St. Germain destroyed Simone Inzaghi’s Internazionale 5-0 in the Champions League final.
Join Tosin and Deen for an in-depth discussion of the match, Ousmane Dembele’s Ballon D’Or campaign, thoughts on the future of the sport, and a few other bits and bobs from around European football over the last few days.
Tap in!
The latest episode of the First Black Champ Podcast covers an array of exciting wrestling topics and controversies. The hosts kick off by debating Damien Priest's sudden focus on Jacob Fatu, raising questions about the timing, especially with Fatu seemingly headed toward a match with Solo Sikoa. The surprise release of R-Truth from WWE is also explored, with the hosts reflecting on his storied career and speculating on what's next for him.
The discussion shifts to potential betrayals, as the hosts analyze which team is more likely to implode first: Logan Paul/John Cena or Cody Rhodes/Jey Uso. This leads into an intense conversation about the brewing rivalry between Naomi, Jade, and Bianca, as their triple threat storyline continues to heat up. Predictions are made about how this feud could shape up heading into bigger events like SummerSlam.
Money in the Bank is a central focus, with a deep breakdown of the men’s and women’s matches. The participants, including CM Punk, Seth Rollins, Naomi, and Alexa Bliss, are meticulously evaluated, as are the remaining qualifying matches. High-stakes matches like Cody and Jey vs. Cena and Logan and Lyra Valkyria vs. Becky Lynch command attention with their potential implications.
The episode wraps with the cheeky "Do We Care" segment, where topics like Shea
The Friday edition of I'm Not Gon Hold You Hosted By Scott Lewis
Today's Crew: J.R. Bang, Dante Miles, Courtney Collabro & Pavy
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
7:52 - The Local Hour
8:22 - Scott’s Bears OTA report
14:51 - Caleb finally speaks
27:51 - PCA for MVP?
34:27 - Cubs ceiling
41:21 - Sox building blocks
48:34 - Barber’s Chair Shop Ad
49:29 - Pav pulls up
50:40 - Can Knicks force a Game 7?
1:01:24 - Do the Pacers have legends?
1:09:02 - Thunder advance to NBA Finals
1:20:53 - Is a small market title good for NBA?
1:32:11 - What’s next for the Wolves?
1:46:21 - Next 10 years: SGA or Ant?
1:55:21 - Windy says big NBA offseason coming
Hosted By Dante Miles with Courtney Collabro, Malik Wright & Syd
Chapters
0:00 - Intro
2:52 - The Tim Anderson Tragedy
13:00 - Back To Back? (Skubal thows CG)
21:00 - Mixed bag as stars return
34:00 - Ken Rosenthal Nats article
41:52 - Series to watch
Our teams didn’t make the premier club game in world football, but it’s only right that we previewed Saturday’s matchup in Munich.
Join Coach, Tosin, and Deen for some Inter vs PSG yapping, including Lautaro praise, manager salutes, and possible racial abuse. Tap in!
The domestic league season is finally over. Conte’s Napoli are Serie A champions, but is he already moving on? Luka Modric’s league career at Real Madrid is over, and we learned which clubs get to play in Europe next season and why some clubs aren’t.
Join Tosin, Coach, and Deen for the SPS Weekend Review of the final weekend of league football. Tap in!
Intro-0:00
Arsenal women are CHAMPIONS- 1:39
Pokal Final- 3:46
Serie A- 6:53
Antonio Conte Leaving?!- 8:14
Serie A-15:29
LaLiga-18:06
Premier League- 29:21
Team of the season- 50:14
It’s only right to dedicate the first portion of today’s episode to Arsenal’s fantastic 1-0 triumph over Barcelona in the UEFA Women’s Champions League final. 🏆
However, the men also wrapped up their season with a 2-1 victory at Southampton, powered by goals from a departing Kieran Tierney and the captain, which we covered in the second half of the show.
Join the full lineup for thoughts on the conclusion to the season, victorious or otherwise. Tap in!
This episode takes you on a wild ride through wrestling chaos and UFC fandom as Bang continues his quest to watch every UFC event in order. The discussion kicks off with an analysis of R-Truth’s DQ victory over John Cena at Saturday Night’s Main Event, questioning if the MITB Title Match fix might already be in play. Is Cena’s farewell tour setting up for something bigger?
The talk shifts to the Money in the Bank qualifiers. Solo Sikoa and Alexa Bliss have secured spots: who else makes the MITB lineup?
Breaking down Saturday Night’s Main Event, the podcast highlights Jey Uso’s World Heavyweight Championship defense against Logan Paul, while speculating on Gunther’s looming June 9th challenge and potential MITB cash-in twists. Don’t miss the drama in CM Punk & Sami Zayn's tag match against Seth Rollins & Bron Breakker with whispers of betrayal hanging in the air, or the Steel Cage Match where Damian Priest takes on Drew McIntyre in a brutal showdown.
Lastly, the "Do We Care?" segment wraps things up with a mixed bag. Penta pinned Chad Gable, but can he overcome El Grande Americano? Finn Balor’s backstage chat with Roxanne Perez teases his own “Club,” while JC Mateo surprises with his agility against LA Knight.
Dive into the action-packed breakdown now, and don’t miss the full episode!