Nicki Minaj is one of the most unique rappers of all time. She’s given us numerous iconic guest verses from “Monster” to “Flawless (Remix),” everlasting hits like “Super Bass” and “Starships,” and legions of loyal fans in the Barbz. She’s also given us over twenty alter-egos in the course of her career. However, no alter-ego of hers has been more impactful t ... Show More
May 8
Samara Cyn is rap's best new writer
How do you write a rap verse that's clever without saying so? Samara Cyn, one of the sharpest young writers in hip-hop, joins us to talk about Detour, her new EP about going analog. We get into wordplay versus narrative, the Missy Elliott blueprint behind "oooshxt!", and why she ... Show More
37m 34s
Apr 28
Hrishikesh Hirway made an album about running out of time — in no time
Hrishikesh Hirway, host of Song Exploder, returns with his first album in fifteen years, In the Last Hour of Light, made under a premise that's almost contradictory for a podcaster built around isolated stems: session players who had never heard the songs, vocals tracked live in ... Show More
43m 12s
Mar 2022
'A Conversation with Nicki Minaj and Joe Budden'
For this interview, Joe is joined by a special Friend of the Show: the one and only Queen's finest, Nicki Minaj. The two would go over the earliest moments and catch up on the latest journeys in Nicki's career; from rapping with the best of them to creating her fashion line, it's ... Show More
1h 45m
May 2021
Why Nicki Minaj is Key in the Music Industry + Collab with Rihanna & Beyoncé ?
What’s up legendaries, it’s Ameenha Lee. In this podcast episode, I discuss the evolution of Nicki Minaj. Known as the “ Queen of Rap,” Nicki Minaj has pushed barriers in multiple industries. This includes fashion, beauty, and beyond. In addition, what can the world expect Nicki ... Show More
5m 8s
Jul 2020
Shoe Drama: Nicki Minaj vs. Cardi B
For much of the 2010s, Nicki Minaj was the most successful female rapper on the planet, selling more albums than any woman in hip-hop ever. But then a former exotic dancer, reality show star, and political science major named Cardi B exploded on the scene, stealing much of Minaj' ... Show More
57m 12s
Mar 2021
Cardi B’s “Bodak Yellow” Becomes Certified Diamond + Saweetie Receives Hate from Nicki Minaj Fans
What’s up legendaries, this podcast episode is all about female rap. First, I discuss my thoughts about Cardi B becoming the first female rapper to have a diamond certified song. Secondly, I discuss my thoughts about Saweetie receiving hate from Nicki Minaj fans. If you guys don’ ... Show More
8m 38s
Sep 2023
Sept 1 - Miley Cyrus Reflects On Past, New Music From Nicki Minaj, SEVENTEEN & NKOTB & More
It’s Friday and we have a ton of new music picks for you today! Doja Cat’s new track “Demons,” Nicki Minaj dropped the lead single off of ‘Pink Friday 2,’ SEVENTEEN and NKOTB have come together for an iconic boy band collab and more! During Miley Cyrus’ “Used to Be Young” TikTok ... Show More
10m 24s
Billboard staffers discuss Nicki Minaj's "Barbie Tingz," Cardi B's "I Like It," Drake's "Nice for What," Kylie Minogue's "Raining Glitter," 5 Seconds of Summer's "Youngblood," and Florence + the Machine's "Sky Full of Song." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informati ... Show More
