The BlkPrint

Has the biggest album in the country turned Twitter into detectives and storytellers?After an incredible trip back to 2005 on our latest ThrowBLKs, J5 and Josh Peas reunite on this week's episode of The BlkPrint. Hear how Josh explored Europe in the month of March, describing his tourist experiences in Stockholm and Copenhagen, the food myths debunked in London and the best moments in Amsterdam -- make sure your passports are up to date! We also shine a mirror toward the online discourse toward Future & Metro Boomin's 'WE DON'T TRUST YOU' project from two of the biggest Pluto fans on the planet. Does 'Like That' have too much of a circus behind it? Are Twitter's rap beef pundits striking out on the Easter eggs? Most importantly, what is this second album about to sound like on April 12? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

One of the most star-studded debuts in hip-hop history comes from the West Coast heavyweight, and that's just the tip of the iceberg!This month on ThrowBLKs, J5 and Josh Peas look back at a much different time in Los Angeles as Dr. Dre finds his next protege in the Aftermath roster. What happens afterward lives in infamy as one of the wildest years we've ever seen in rap! Hear our thoughts on The Game's early months in G-Unit as he builds an incredible street catalog leading to rap's most anticipated debut since Doggystyle, The Documentary. Ride with us on a complete album review from start to finish, highlighting our favorite moments on the album, the theories behind some of Game's notable timestamps and the triumphant feeling of starting a new chapter in LA hip-hop. Oh, and we can't forget the beefs that still last to this day!Tune in every month on Patreon as ThrowBLKs covers more of our favorite albums from different eras in music -- all genres are on the table! As a patron, you'll be able to enjoy these bonuses early before they're released on all streaming platforms. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

No St. Patrick's Day hangover for us, but there's still plenty of green to pass around the community!This week, J5 and MC are joined by their very special guest Kameron Hay! As they share their love for 'Dune: Part Two', the trio reflects back to Kam and Drew's creation of the Play For Keeps podcast with the future NBA Hall of Famer, Kevin Durant. Learn the story of how KD's inclusion help build the foundation of RNC RADIO, as well as the story behind the one hip-hop legend that dipped out on the show! Also includes our full thoughts on the B.S. Bruno Mars gambling debt, Future/Metro Boomin's upcoming album and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Who needs to wait for 2025 to get back in the streets?J5 and MC join forces once again for the latest BlkPrint bonus, our Overly Conversating premiere! Enjoy the laid-back ambiance as they share their proper Grand Theft Auto etiquette,  along with a retrospective on NBA Elite 11's historic 'Jesus Bynum' glitch and how it helped NBA 2K create one of the most controversial gaming landscapes of all-time. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Would the world be saved if we just knew less about people?There may not be enough time to save humanity for the next generation, but J5 and MC link to share the latest social media stresses on the latest episode of The BlkPrint. Find out why J5 is ditching Linkedin for greener pastures, along with MC's salute to South Beach in their Spring Break ban, Cardi B's war against the internet, manufactured troll accounts, the troubles with Meek Mill's meltdown and Netflix's latest investment with Tyler Perry in 'Mea Culpa'. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This is history: our first-ever episode sponsored by the Cybertruck!As the film world has literally changed since RNC RADIO's last episode, Triple Beam Streams returns for the Printers with a surprise BlkPrint bonus! Hear J5 set the roundtable with Pat, Erik and Dom Griffin as they share their thoughts on the state of movie journalism, including a full review of 'Dune: Part Two', online anticipation for the upcoming Fantastic Four movie, Marvel's 2024 slate and a personal memory from Erik following the passing of Richard Lewis. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Waiting for the wrestling world to be saved takes more time than we thought!As the upcoming Showcase of the Immortals gets even closer, MC and A Plus reunite for their first 2024 bonus to catch up on the long list of changes in life since the holidays. Tune in to hear their thoughts on Netflix's latest documentary, 'The Greatest Night In Pop', along with a hilarious look back at 2010s radio following MC's first KDAY, Real 92.3 and Power 106 experiences. Also tune in for the moment that could make WrestleMania 40 the greatest of all time, earthquakes, the 2009 South Florida renaissance and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Don't tell us the government got you caught up in flowers and candy!This week on The BlkPrint, J5 and Josh Peas are ready to catch the world up on a post-romance society. Hear about the hectic February that comes with the Valentines rush, along with their thoughts on the love shown (and love lost) in the latest community news. Tune in for the online conversations surrounding Bob Marley's 'One Love' biopic, NBA's All-Star Saturday Night,  Jennifer Lopez's movie 'This Is Me... Now' on Prime Video, dating pornstars following Sean Evans' headlines and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Only one artist gets to bless our retrospective stages during Valentine's Day...or Week...or Month.February is the perfect month to dive deep into the magnum opus from 2024's Super Bowl Halftime Show superstar -- no pun intended! In this episode, we leave no stone unturned as we embark on a journey through each track, unraveling the layers of storytelling and rumors that define this modern R&B classic. From his early beginnings as a teenage sensation to his evolution into a global superstar, we celebrate the milestones and musical magic that have shaped Usher's journey. And as we ponder 'Confessions' place amongst the greatest R&B albums of all time, we invite you to join the conversation. Where does this album rank for you? Do you also turn into Tom Dubois when 'Burn' comes on? Most importantly, do we have another honor for the very rare "zero skips" album?Tune in every month on Patreon as ThrowBLKs covers more of our favorite albums from different eras in music -- all genres are on the table! As a patron, you'll be able to enjoy these bonuses early before they're released on all streaming platforms. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Why are they trying to censor the real R?The 18th letter of the alphabet is front and center this week on The BlkPrint. Hear J5 and Josh Peas roll through the show's new YouTube partnership and react to the raving reviews of the $3500 Apple Vision Pro. Stay tuned to hear thoughts on the realities of an AR/VR future, the redeemable moments of GRAMMYs Weekend and a revisit to our conversation on the country's Quiet Recession in last week's Riot Games layoffs -- a must-listen for everyone in the world of tech. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The internet's greatest power: joking someone directly into a bag!On this week's episode of The BlkPrint, we have a very rare special guest! Eddie Gonzalez (@bansky) connects with J5 and Josh Peas to recap a favorite amongst the Printers in our latest ThrowBLKs episode, as well as the latest sparks of tension within the community. Tune in to hear their views on keeping beef forever prevalent in the Kid Cudi/Lupe Fiasco drama, the differences of crowds feeding into the Drake/Mos Def debate and the clear winner over internet jokes, Drew Walls. We also converse about the troubles with putting money first in the new generation of music, the confidence needed for public content creation and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Let's kick off 2024's first retrospective with the greatest selling rap album of all-time!This month on ThrowBLKs, we celebrate hip-hop's greatest tandem through the careers of Andre 3000, Big Boi and their albums that left a permanent stamp on rap's influences. This baits the question: does their final album get to sit amongst their biggest classics? Hear J5 and Josh Peas share their revisit of the 13x Platinum double-disc, illustrating the boundaries pushed on OutKast's final experiment, the reception from the music industry and the difficulties of personal growth as an artist. Also tune in for our thoughts on the album's legacy twenty years later, the challenges when friendships change and the current states of both legendary rappers.Tune in every month on Patreon as ThrowBLKs covers more of our favorite albums from different eras in music -- all genres are on the table! As a patron, you'll be able to enjoy these bonuses early before they're released on all streaming platforms. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This year, we're sticking to our New Years resolutions -- promise!2023 ended on a celebratory note for the show, but sometimes there's more fun in the mystery. Hear J5 and Josh Peas open up the first BlkPrint of the year with the very first induction for the 2024 ASF List: Katt Williams putting many comedians in the line of fire on Club Shay Shay. Tune in to also hear the show's thoughts on Josh's social media anonymity, the changes within black morning show radio, New Years press ratios and a very introspective segment on the past year's challenges, self improvements and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Here's a toast to 2023 and all of the madness we're not taking into 2024!J5 and Josh Peas close the year out with their annual special on the only list that matters this time of year: the prestigious ASF List. As we congratulate this year's honorees, we must also acknowledge the change in community and the possible need for a renaissance in the new year. Hear Josh Peas share an exclusive look into his thought process for the 2023 list, along with breakdowns in the categories of fashion, music, culture, entertainment and more -- including a personal salute to the biggest moments that missed the list.HUGE thanks to everyone who loved the list and shared amongst their circles! Expect a completely new aspect to the ASF List in 2024 as The BlkPrint prepares for an amazing year ahead. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Even an extra week away feels like an eternity!The final BlkPrint episode of 2023 features J5 and Josh Peas' look back at some of the year's top moments, while also welcoming MC to California following his travel across the country. Tune in to hear the surprises of the Bible Belt, along with drug-free holidays, the latest bag fumble in the Jonathan Majors case, the post-racism theories in upcoming movies, 'lengthy' albums, B-Barbers and more year-end favorites.The ASF List 2023 releases Tuesday, December 26! Be sure to follow The BlkPrint on Instagram as we will be sharing everything surrounding this year's honorees. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

No better way to end the year than with new beginnings for the team!This week on The BlkPrint, J5 and Josh Peas take a look back at the long road to 50 episodes and reflect on how much the show has meant to them and helped them grow. We also highlight the breaking news released last week as HitsDailyDouble and Billboard announced Josh's new position with Spotify! Tune in to hear the many thanks given in our Thanksgiving food break, brief thoughts on the 'A Ma Maniere' headlines, our review of this year's ComplexCon, the possibilities of Young Thug's freedom in the YSL trial and a celebration for MC on his move to Los Angeles. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

One thing's for sure: my algorithm is not your algorithm!On this week's episode, J5 and Josh Peas mentally prepare for next week's holiday overload and celebrate the big moves made within the BlkPrint family. Tune in to hear about Josh's recent trip to New York City, including praise for Funk Flex, a staring contest with James Harden and full details on this weekend's 'EL ASF TACOS' debut at ComplexCon! We also discuss our differences in Twitter algorithms, Tyler the Creator's very successful 'Camp Flog Gnaw' return, the anticipation of a possible album from The Hillbillies, the chances of a Drake/Kendrick/Cole reunion on tour and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We want to be on the Basketball Gods' good side this season!MC and A Plus return on a new Recut Gems bonus with a very careful start to the new NBA season, seeing as the last sports segment on the show sent Damian Lillard directly to Milwaukee. Hear their thoughts on their respective teams' first five games, including an update on the Heat Civil War, Boston's impressive 5-0 start and the general mood across the league regarding the new In-Season Tournament. Also tune in to hear the last Recut Roundtable highlighting some of this month's notable anniversaries, Ludacris' first three albums and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Lock the doors, toss the menus and cover the grass walls -- Omar's coming!On a very special Halloween edition of The BlkPrint, tensions are rising and senses are heightened on one of the spookiest days of the year. Hear J5, Josh Peas and MC share their costumes with the Printers before diving into a stunning showdown that's been sending shockwaves through Atlanta! Tune in for our views on the fierce battle between TikTok sensation Keith Lee and the city's notable restaurants, along with a venture into the mysterious world of fraternity culture, a discovery of the best wing spot Josh has ever been to and an investigation on the viral livestream from "behind bars" by the polarizing Kai Cenat. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This one's for the books. As the Amp app closes its doors on Halloween, we go live for the last time to salute our Amp partners for an unforgettable two years on the platform. More importantly, we salute the dedicated members of the Chat Gang and the family we've built with our special guests! Hear us extend the convo on our most recent ThrowBLKs with Deon Egenti, share some Halloween plans with Armon Sadler and close the chapter on BlkPrint Radio.To hear the entire replay with music sets, tap in with us on Patreon! Become a patron at http://patreon.com/blkprint for our entire Amp library. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★