In this episode: Gangsta rap becomes a huge money maker. Civil rights activist C. Delores Tucker and conservative culture warrior Bill Bennett launch a crusade against offensive lyrics. And hip-hop divides black leaders along generational and gender lines.
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Nov 2019
Biggie and Tupac | 5. Wrath of a Menace
In this episode: Tupac claims—loudly, publicly, and with very little evidence—that he’s been sleeping with Faith Evans, Biggie’s estranged wife.
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32m 18s
Nov 2019
Biggie and Tupac | Plus: "East vs. West"
In this Slow Burn bonus episode, host Joel Anderson and producer Christopher Johnson discuss the growing feud between Tupac and Biggie and the role of Faith Evans. Then, you’ll hear an extended interview with Larry “The Blackspot” Hester, a former staff writer at Vibe who intervi ... Show More
1h 11m
Dec 2020
Moneybagg Yo, BIG BANK & DJ SCREAM, Baby Jade - Why You Hatin Bruh?
<p>The <strong>BIG FACTS</strong> crew speaks on constructive criticism vs hate on this episode. <strong>Moneybagg Yo</strong> joins <strong>BIG FACTS</strong> to discuss his recent success, his favorite rappers of all time, his lavish lifestyle, cancel culture and more.</p><p><b ... Show More
54m 30s
May 2018
Episode 128 "Hip Hop Feels Good Again" (The Weekly Wrap Family Edition)
<p>N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode the guys drink it up with Drink Champs Alumni Jadakiss and Lil' Cease. The guys talk Pusha T vs. Drake, Kanye, J. Cole, Lil' Pump, hip hop battles, beefs and a lot more. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor ... Show More
2h 20m