The Man Dem Show

Episode 185 | In this powerful episode, Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez sit down with Raymond Murray from @DaelyHQ. Raymond opens up about his journey from being a high-level soccer prospect to living a "double life" in the streets after a career-ending injury.We dive deep into the uncomfortable truths about Black men's mental health, the reality of "grooming" and human trafficking within street culture, and the concept of "Survivor's Guilt." Raymond shares his testimony of finding faith, breaking generational curses, and his mission to change the narrative for the next generation.🚀 UPCOMING EVENT: Reshaping The Culture Conference 📅 Date: February 7th 📍 Location: Ajax Audley Recreation Centre 🎟️ Details: A mental health and culture conference for Black youth and families.Connect with the Guest: Raymond Murray: https://instagram.com/ramurray_ DaelyHQ: https://instagram.com/daelyhqConnect with The Man Dem Show: Guttzy Guttz: https://instagram.com/eldelnegro Vagez: https://instagram.com/officialvftv The Man Dem Show: https://instagram.com/TheGTVNetwork 👾 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/#TheManDemShow #BlackMentalHealth #ReshapingTheCultureTimestamps (Chapter Markers)00:00 - Intro: Is it Trauma or Identity? 02:15 - The "Bug's Life" Analogy: Power in Unity 05:50 - Who is Raymond Murray? (DaelyHQ Origin) 07:50 - The Knee Injury That Changed Everything 12:35 - Losing Identity & The Shift to Street Life 16:45 - "I Just Wanted to Make Money": The Trap of Easy Cash 20:45 - The Reality of Grooming & Human Trafficking in Gangs 25:00 - The "Missing Black Boys" Crisis 31:40 - Finding God: The Transition from Streets to Faith 41:45 - Stop Encouraging the "Street Life" Narrative 46:50 - Reshaping The Culture Conference (Feb 7th in Ajax) 53:40 - Partnering with Black Mental Health Canada 56:00 - Black Economics: Why Don’t We Support Each Other? 01:03:00 - The Power of Positive Energy & Faith 01:08:20 - Final Message to the Youth & Ticket Info

Broadcasted live on Twitch -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/mrguttzyguttzToronto Avengers, Boxing & Dating Older Women w/ MT & Suriya The FlashOn this episode of The Man Dem Live, Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez are joined by Toronto's own @yeaitsmt and @suriyatheflash for an uncensored conversation. The boys address the viral "Brown Bandit" controversy, the "Toronto Accent" debate involving Marlon, and the fall of The Brown House.Suriya opens up about his boxing career and Manny Pacquiao Jr., while MT spills the tea on why the 6ix9ine stream was "boring." Plus, Guttzy Guttz gets vulnerable about his 6-month stint in jail and the false charges that changed his life. From Tamil representation to the body count debate, this episode covers it all.Chapters: 0:00 - Intro: The Toronto Avengers Assemble 4:40 - Addressing the "Race War" & Brown Bandit Comments 10:26 - Beef with Natural & The "Toronto Accent" Debate 15:10 - The Truth About the Marlon Situation 24:45 - Suriya on Boxing & "Packing" Manny Pacquiao’s Son 33:00 - Representing Tamil Culture & The Tigers 41:00 - The Truth Behind "The Brown House" Breakup 43:30 - MT Says 6ix9ine Stream Was Boring & Awkward 48:45 - Dream Guests: Thalapathy Vijay vs. Drake 54:30 - Embracing the "Bad Boy" Persona 1:06:00 - Body Count Debate: Does it Matter for Men vs. Women? 1:13:20 - Guttzy Opens Up: 6 Months in Jail & False Charges 1:27:00 - The Reality of Human Trafficking in Durham 1:29:00 - Dating Women Who Make More Money (Sugar Mommas?) 1:36:00 - Shoutouts & Final ThoughtsFollow The Guests: MT: @yeaitsmt Suriya: @suriyatheflashFollow The Hosts: Guttzy Guttz: @eldelnegro Vagez: @officialvftvSupport The Network: The Man Dem Show: @TheGTVNetwork Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/#TheManDemShow #TorontoPodcast #MT #SuriyaTheFlash #TorontoAccent

In Episode 184 of The Man Dem Show, Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez react to J. Cole's "Birthday Blizzard 26" mixtape and discuss whether he is taking subliminal shots at Diddy, Kendrick, and Drake.We also settle the viral debate from the Joe Budden Podcast: Who is the greater all-time MC—Jadakiss or Common? The boys break down catalogs, hits, and impact to pick a winner.Plus:• Reaction to the Top 5 jewelry/crypto allegations.• The violence in Minneapolis and the "Streets of Minneapolis" song.• A Toronto youth mentor calls out rappers for being "bad influences."• Calling out the 2026 Juno Awards for hiding Rap & R&B nominations.Connect with us: Guttzy Guttz | @eldelnegro Vagez | @officialvftv The Man Dem Show | @TheGTVNetwork Join the Discord | https://discord.gg/#TheManDemShow #JCole #Jadakiss #Common #torontopodcast Timestamps 00:00 - Intro & J. Cole’s "Birthday Blizzard 26" Reaction 02:44 - Is Cole Subliminally Dissing Diddy & Kendrick? 10:00 - The "Big Three" Beef: If Cole Stayed in the Battle 16:00 - The Debate: Jadakiss vs. Common (Joe Budden Podcast Reaction) 21:40 - Comparing Hits: "The Light" vs. "Knock Yourself Out" 34:00 - Top 5 Alleged Jewelry & Crypto Scam 44:40 - Chaos in Minneapolis: Violence & Politics 53:50 - Youth Mentor Calls Out Toronto Rappers & "Bad Influences" 1:08:00 - Can Conscious Rap Survive in Toronto? 1:18:10 - Asian Doll’s "4 Credit Bureaus" Tax Advice 1:20:00 - The 2026 Juno Awards Nominations 1:27:00 - The Disrespect of the Rap & R&B Categories

On this episode of The Man Dem Show, Vagez and Junie Moonie sit down with DJ Natural Wav from the We Love Hip Hop Network. This is one of our most open conversations yet, diving deep into the history of Toronto Sound Clash culture, his time with legendary sounds like King Turbo and Soul Survival, and why he believes the old guard is holding the culture back.Natural Wav opens up about his transition from selector to content creator, the controversy behind his "2025 Rap Up," and addressing the "Brown Bandits" drama. We also get into a heated debate about the differences between Canadian and American culture, dating nightmares, and a serious deep dive into the Tory Lanez trial—was he railroaded by the system?In This Episode:• The rise and fall of Toronto Sound Clash culture.• Behind the scenes of King Turbo & Soul Survival.• The "Brown Bandits" situation explained.• Canada vs. USA: Healthcare, Guns, and Mindset.• The Tory Lanez Case: A breakdown of the trial and verdict.Follow The Team: 🎙️ Vagez: https://instagram.com/officialvftv 🎙️ Junie Moonie: https://instagram.com/juniegzz 🎧 Guest: DJ Natural Wav: https://instagram.com/djnatural.wav 📺 The Man Dem Show: https://instagram.com/TheGTVNetwork 🌐 We Love Hip Hop: https://instagram.com/welovehiphopnetwork#TheManDemShow #DJNaturalWav #WeLoveHipHop #TorontoPodcastTimestamps (Chapter Markers)00:00 - Intro 01:50 - DJ Natural Wav’s History: From "Junior Selector" to King Turbo 04:15 - The Young Hawk Clash: How King Turbo Lost 06:40 - Internal Politics & Leaving King Turbo 12:55 - The Soul Survival Era & Funding Dubplates 21:45 - Leaving the Sound System for Content Creation 25:40 - Is Sound Clash Culture Dying in Canada? 29:40 - Why New DJs Don’t Need Sound Systems 33:20 - Addressing the Guttzy vs. Friday Beef 38:30 - The 2025 "Rap Up" Track & Uncle Murda Inspiration 45:10 - The "Brown Bandits" Controversy Explained 52:15 - Canada vs. USA: What would you trade? (Healthcare & Mindset) 1:04:10 - Gun Laws: Should Canada have Open Carry? 1:05:40 - Dating Nightmares: The "Morning After" Debate 1:13:20 - The Natty B Allegations 1:24:05 - Sports: The Pressure on The Raptors & Blue Jays 1:37:15 - True Crime: Canadian vs. American Courtrooms 1:40:15 - The Tory Lanez Case: Did he do it? 1:47:35 - Will Tory Lanez have a career when he gets out? 1:50:15 - Rapid Fire Questions (Serato vs Record Box, East vs West)

In this episode of The Man Dem Live Show, we dive deep into the biggest stories shaking up the culture. We break down DJ Akademiks' shocking admission about receiving $30k from Lil Baby's camp—was it promo or payola? 💰Plus, we cover the messy breakup between Kai Cenat and GiGi, the involvement of "The Shay" and Tyler, and the cheating allegations involving NBA YoungBoy and Lil Baby's crew. We also discuss Nicki Minaj joining forces with Donald Trump, the "Ice Man" album controversy, and local Toronto news including the Juno nominations.👇 Jump to a Topic:0:00 - Intro & Dating Show Stories4:42 - Local News: Juno Noms & The Passing of "Lefty"11:58 - Mark Carney & Doug Ford Pizza Meeting14:50 - Top5 vs. Myron Gaines (Fresh & Fit) Beef18:26 - Jawbreaker Girl & The "N-Word" Pass Debate23:25 - Kai Cenat & GiGi Breakup Drama Explained27:32 - The Leaked Call: Key Rich & Little Baby’s Camp44:50 - Did Akademiks Get Slapped? The Altercation Details50:47 - Tyler vs. Akademiks: The Backdoor Allegations1:03:46 - Akademiks Admits to Taking $30K from Lil Baby? (Payola Debate)1:22:20 - Nicki Minaj & Donald Trump Partnership1:34:45 - Minneapolis Shooting Reaction (Alex Poon)1:49:06 - Are You a "True Ontarian"? Travel Destination Tier List1:57:26 - Jamaican Immigrant Denied PR for Age Gap Marriage#TheManDemShow #Akademiks #KaiCenat

Stop Shooting Music Videos? The Content Creator vs. Director DebateOn this episode of The Man Dem Show, DJ Laz Vagez sits down with Shane and Max, the creative minds behind DMTV and the "Minute of Music" series. We dive deep into their journey from Belarus and Toronto to building a media brand that puts artists first—completely for free.We discuss the reality of the Toronto music scene, why artists need to prioritize short-form content over high-budget music videos , and the secrets to networking in major cities like LA and Miami. Plus, we get into heated debates about concert security, the "screw face capital" mentality, and the worst shows we’ve ever seen.👇 TIMESTAMPS & LINKS BELOW 👇Guest Info: Shane: @shxneshxw Max: @maxim.bayarsky DMTV: @dmtvFollow The Team: Host: DJ Laz Vagez (@officialvftv) Network: @TheGTVNetwork#DMTV #TheManDemShow #TorontoPodcast #MusicIndustry #ContentCreation Timestamps (SEO Optimized)00:00 - Intro: Who is Mr. Vegas? 06:00 - Mental Health Check in the Creative Industry 10:30 - Why DMTV is Free for Artists (The "Minute of Music" Philosophy) 15:40 - Max’s Story: From Belarus to Toronto Filmmaker 18:10 - Shane’s Story: Nightlife, Concerts & Managing Artists 29:45 - The Immigrant Experience & Culture Shock 37:30 - First Canadian Songs We Fell in Love With 46:00 - The Problem with Toronto Music Videos (Visuals vs. Story) 51:00 - Why Touring Artists Don't Do Press in Toronto 55:00 - How DMTV Networked in Miami & LA (Prince, 100K) 1:05:00 - Highlight Episodes: Rock Baby, Jonah, & Chris Brown’s Choreographer 1:14:50 - Hot Take: Stop Shooting Music Videos & Start Making Content 1:19:40 - Max’s Movie Premiere at TIFF 1:22:30 - Advice: How Indie Artists Can Book Their Own Tours 1:29:00 - The Worst Concerts We’ve Ever Seen (Russ, Lucky, True) 1:34:00 - The Burna Boy & Central Cee Concert Debates 1:43:30 - The Truth About Artist Security in Toronto

Drop a Like & Subscribe! New Episodes Every Week.In Episode 181 of The Man Dem Show, Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez pull no punches. We start off with a heated debate: Is ASAP Rocky actually a good rapper, or is he just a "vibe"? The guys break down his discography compared to Drake, Kendrick, and Tyler, the Creator.We then dive deep into the Toronto politics. We address the controversy between Pressa and We Love Hip Hop (Zar), the rumors surrounding Lil Berete being blackballed by blogs. Plus, we react to the "100 Watts vs. Golde" diss tracks and the escalating tension between Curtis King and Friday Ricky Dred.In This Episode:ASAP Rocky Debate: Bars vs. Vibes.Toronto Pollies: Pressa's views, Zar's comments, and the blog scene.Beefs: 100 Watts vs. Golde & Curtis King vs. Friday.News: The Ridgeway Plaza controversy and the ManyVids CEO backlash.Follow The Hosts: 🎙️ Guttzy Guttz: https://instagram.com/eldelnegro 🎚️ DJ Laz Vagez: https://instagram.com/officialvftv 📺 The Man Dem Show: https://instagram.com/TheGTVNetwork#TheManDemShow #TorontoHipHop #ASAPRocky #Top5 #Pressa #WeLoveHipHop #Drake #Podcast Timestamps00:00 - Intro: Guttzy & Vagez are Back 01:55 - Hot Take: Does ASAP Rocky Suck? (Vibe vs. Bars) 12:30 - 100 Watts vs. Golde: Reacting to the Diss Tracks 31:40 - Lil Berete & The "Blackballing" Rumors 34:00 - Do Rappers Pay Blogs Not To Post? 38:40 - Pressa vs. We Love Hip Hop (Zar): The "Ruined the Network" Allegations 43:50 - Curtis King vs. Friday Ricky Dred: The "Suck Your Mom" Incident 56:00 - Casper TNG's Maturity & Handling Criticism 01:15:00 - Fake News? The Russia Snowstorm Videos 01:25:35 - Ridgeway Plaza Controversy: Racism or Regulation? 01:33:00 - ManyVids Controversy: Banning Sex Work? 01:39:00 - Top5 Exposed? Leaks & Lawyer Fee Allegations 01:43:30 - Upcoming Content: Choclair Interview & Outro

Join Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez on this legendary episode of The Man Dem Show as they sit down with Canadian Hip-Hop icon, Choclair.In this exclusive interview, Choclair opens up about his new project "Transit Music" and takes us back to the golden era of Toronto rap. He drops never-before-heard stories about recording with Ol' Dirty Bastard (ODB), addresses the long-standing rumor about the "Northern Touch" vs DMX "Get At Me Dog" beat controversy, and reflects on the passing of his close friend Bishop Brigante.We also discuss fatherhood, the evolution of the Toronto sound from the 90s to Drake and The Weeknd, and get the exclusive scoop on his new supergroup project, AK416.Key Topics:The making of the classic "Northern Touch".Did DMX steal the "Northern Touch" beat? Choclair speaks.Hilarious and chaotic studio session with Wu-Tang's ODB.Remembering Bishop Brigante and their final video together.The new "Transit Music" album rollout.Follow The Team: 🎙️ Guttzy Guttz | @eldelnegro 🎙️ Vagez | @officialvftv ⭐️ Guest: Choclair | @choclairofficial 📺 The Man Dem Show | @TheGTVNetwork#Choclair #TorontoHipHop #TheManDemShow #NorthernTouch #ODB #CanadianHipHop #TransitMusic #Interview #podcast Video Timestamps00:00 - Intro: Throwback Drinks & Club Days02:24 - Welcome Choclair to The Man Dem Show03:40 - Fatherhood, Gaming & Responsibility07:52 - The "Ice Cold" Video Game from 199909:22 - Why Choclair Stepped Back from Full Albums16:42 - The Independent Grind & "Father Time" Success20:49 - Getting Recognized Outside of Toronto24:46 - Northern Touch vs. DMX: The Beat Controversy Explained33:24 - Signing to Virgin Records & The Cristal Story42:40 - Ageism in Hip-Hop: Why Rappers Can't Age Like Rockstars54:15 - Breakdown of New Album: "Transit Music"57:26 - The Untold ODB (Ol' Dirty Bastard) Studio Story01:06:55 - Choclair on Drill Beats?01:12:00 - The Video Vixen Era & Melissa Forde01:16:00 - Remembering Bishop Brigante01:24:24 - Did the "Circle" Keep Street Artists Out?01:42:40 - EXCLUSIVE: New Group "AK416" Announcement01:45:00 - Rapid Fire Questions: Biggie vs Pac, Best Scarborough Food02:02:10 - Choclair's Legacy & Closing

In this episode: Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez return for Episode 179 with a heavy mix of Toronto news and global pop culture. We break down the shocking guilty verdict for Toronto rapper El Plaga (Metro Housing Baby) and discuss the implications. We also dive into the reignited tension between Casper TNG and Lil Berete—who is winning the sound clash?On the international front, we analyze the alleged diss tracks aimed at Drake on ASAP Rocky's new album "Don't Be Dumb." Is Rocky still hung up on the past? Plus, we discuss Kai Cenat’s potential retirement from streaming due to mental health, industry rumors regarding Jayda Cheaves and Ari Fletcher, and we give our unfiltered review of the Power Book II: Ghost finale.Support The Man Dem Show:Host: Guttzy Guttz | [@eldelnegro]Host: DJ Laz Vagez | [@officialvftv]Network: The GTV Network | [@TheGTVNetwork]Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Banter 07:00 - Jackie Chan: Best Action Star or Actor? 13:10 - The Future of the Friday Movie Franchise 22:15 - Toronto News: Casper TNG vs. Lil Berete (Music & Beef) 37:30 - Hypothetical Sound Clash: Casper vs. Berete 41:40 - Addressing the Lil Drench Allegations 52:10 - Rapper El Plaga Found Guilty of Double Homicide 57:30 - Drake vs. ASAP Rocky: Breaking Down the "Stole Your Flow" Diss 1:08:30 - Kai Cenat Quitting Streaming? (Mental Health & Twitch Politics) 1:19:00 - Industry Rumors: Jayda Cheaves, Ari Fletcher & Lil Baby 1:29:40 - Power Book II: Ghost Finale Review (Spoiler Alert!) 1:39:40 - Outro#TheManDemShow #ElPlaga #Drake #ASAPRocky #CasperTNG #PowerGhost #TorontoPodcast #KaiCenat #HipHopNews

Certi2x, 100 Watts vs OTS Gatez, Adam22 & The "Indecent Proposal" QuestionWelcome back to The Man Dem Show Episode 178! Today the crew is live from Majur Musik Studios!In this episode, Guttzy, Junie, and Vagez break down the hottest topics in the city and the culture. We dive deep into the current Toronto rap civil war, reviewing the diss tracks between 100 Watts, OTS Gatez, and Swagger Rite. We also discuss the tragic news surrounding Certi2x (Naseem Ali Muhammad) in BC.Later, things get wild as we debate the Adam22 vs. Jason Luv boxing match and ask the panel: Would you let your wife sleep with another man for $1 Million? Plus, we argue about Jackie Chan vs. Jet Li, discuss Hip Hop's stance on politics, and react to J. Cole's new music.Big shout out to Majur Musik Studios for sponsoring this episode!Chapters: 0:00 - Intro & Shoutout to Majur Musik 6:47 - Recap: Interviewing Canadian Legend Choclair 11:05 - Relationship Talk: Birthday Expectations & Food 18:45 - The Great Debate: Jackie Chan vs. Jet Li vs. Bruce Lee 29:40 - Where are the Black Action Stars? 36:34 - Toronto Beef: 100 Watts vs. OTS Gatez vs. Swagger Rite 45:30 - Reviewing the Diss Tracks: Who Won? 1:01:26 - Can Toronto Rappers Collaborate like Atlanta? 1:13:30 - The Death of Certi2x (Naseem Ali Muhammad) & BFR Reaction 1:24:50 - Adam22, Jason Luv & The $1 Million Indecent Proposal 1:51:30 - Hip Hop & Politics: Can You Be MAGA and Hip Hop? 2:02:27 - Druski vs. The Church: Are Skits Off Limits? 2:15:20 - J. Cole Dropped... But Is He Still "Running"? 2:22:20 - Outro & New MusicFollow The Team:Guttzy Guttz: @eldelnegroJunie Moonie: @juniegzzDJ Laz Vagez: @officialvftvThe Man Dem Show: @TheGTVNetwork#TheManDemShow #TorontoHipHop #Wats #32Times #Podcast

In this episode of The Man Dem Show, the crew sits down with OTS Gatez for a raw and unfiltered conversation. Gatez opens up about his life story, detailing the harrowing experience of surviving being shot seven times and how that night changed his perspective on life and the streets.We dive deep into the current state of Toronto's music scene, his unique "off-beat" flow that captures the grit of the city, and the importance of video marketing for street artists. Gatez also addresses the elephant in the room: his ongoing back-and-forth with Watts, the "Rap Up" mentions, and the story behind his "Seven Shots Freestyle" response.📌 In This Episode:• Surviving a 7-shot attack and the lack of recovery resources.• The reality of "Gator" blocks and growing up in the green buildings.• Addressing the Watts beef and the "dig up your folks" comments.• Why the "Streets is a Myth" and advice for the youth.Hosts: 🎙️ Guttzy Guttz | @eldelnegro 🎙️ Junie Moonie | @juniegzz 🎙️ DJ Laz Vagez | @officialvftvGuest: 🔥 OTS Gatez | @otsgatezFollow The Man Dem Show: IG:  @TheGTVNetwork  #OTSGatez #TheManDemShow #TorontoRap #WattsRapUp #GuttzyGuttz #DJLazVagez #TorontoPodcast #survivalstory Timestamps 00:00 - Intro & The Celina Powell Conversation 04:53 - OTS Gatez Enters the Building 07:09 - How Fatherhood Changed His Mindset 10:45 - Growing Up in the "Gator" Blocks (Green Buildings) 15:32 - The Reality of Getting Shot 7 Times 18:16 - The Night It Happened: Detailed Story 24:53 - Getting Arrested Immediately After Recovery 38:30 - The Toronto Producer Problem & Finding Beats 50:00 - Explaining the "Off-Beat" Flow & Unique Style 58:30 - The Origin of the Beef with Watts 01:04:00 - Addressing The "Rap Up" Diss 01:12:12 - Reaction to "Seven Shots Freestyle" 01:21:02 - "I Got What I Came For": Is The Beef Done? 01:29:30 - Advice to the Youth: "The Streets is a Myth" 01:32:00 - Outro & Upcoming Plans

Blacka Da Don Talks Independent Grind, Eating Elk & Being Born in Edmonton?!Join hosts Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez on The Man Dem Show for the first interview of 2026 with Toronto hip-hop staple, Blacka Da Don. We dive deep into his recent sold-out concert, the emotional moment sharing the stage with his brother King Tye, and the business behind his booming "Chat Pack" brand. Blacka also opens up about his longevity in the game, his "Emo Street" fashion style, and drops a bombshell about being born in Alberta! Plus, we get an exclusive unboxing of the new Chat Pack merch.Follow The Team: Host: Guttzy Guttz | @eldelnegro Host: DJ Laz Vagez | @officialvftv Guest: Blacka Da Don | @darealblackadadon#BlackaDaDon #TheManDemShow #TorontoHipHop #ChatPack #IndependentArtist #MoneyWalk #TorontoMusic #Interview #GTVNetworkVideo Timestamps (Chapters)00:00 - Intro & Chat Pack Shoutout02:56 - The History of "Money Walk" & The Dance11:31 - Recapping The Sold-Out Concert & No Violence21:31 - The Emotional Moment with King Tye (Brother’s Recovery)27:13 - The Reality of Being an Independent Artist & Touring34:33 - Funny Story: Getting "Too High" Before Performing41:39 - Building the "Chat Pack" Community & Brand50:03 - Blacka’s "Emo Street" Fashion Style1:01:46 - Wait... Blacka was Born in Edmonton?!1:06:50 - Eating Elk Meat & Wild Food Stories1:12:15 - How to Stay Relevant Across Different Eras1:17:20 - Thoughts on 2024 Rap Ups (Uncle Murda & Fabolous)1:28:53 - NBA Hot Takes: Zion Williamson & Trae Young1:33:05 - The Ultimate Chat Pack Unboxing

In this episode of The Man Dem Show, Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez are joined by OTS Gatez and Blamo for a packed episode entitled "On Cheque Day."The crew dives into the wild rumors surrounding Offset's finances and the drama with Cardi B. We discuss the Toronto Police allegedly cracking down on local rappers and the arrest of Str8Cash. Plus, a heated debate erupts over Crumbs Patties—is $5 too much for a Jamaican patty?We also touch on The Weeknd selling his music rights while keeping creative control , the "bust" debate between Zion Williamson and Ben Simmons , and OTS Gatez premieres his unreleased track "Father Figure".🎙️ Hosts & Guests:Guttzy Guttz: @eldelnegroVagez: @officialvftvOTS Gatez: @otsgatezBlamo: @billyblamoThe Man Dem Show: @TheGTVNetwork🕒 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: Sam G’s Influence & The "Crack" Song Reaction 05:32 - The Dungeon Days & Old Footage 12:19 - Playing the "Crack" Record 30:57 - Offset & Cardi B Drama: Is Offset Broke? 45:03 - NBA Debate: Zion Williamson vs. Ben Simmons 48:07 - Movie Reviews: 'Sinners' & Golden Globes 57:15 - Toronto Police Targeting Rappers & Str8Cash Arrest 1:07:11 - Will We Ever Get an OVO Collab Album? 1:12:39 - The $5 Patty Debate: Crumbs Patties vs. The Community 1:21:58 - Mae Millions Gets Married 1:26:08 - Flippa’s Brother (Larry GGG) Wanted 1:27:30 - Dubai IG Models, Robberies & Price on Heads 1:37:22 - The Weeknd Sells Music Rights for $1 Billion 1:56:51 - Max B, Smiley & Artist Development 2:10:27 - Streamer Konvy Getting Shot At? 2:12:00 - Promoters Fumbling Popcaan in Toronto 2:19:30 - OTS Gatez Premieres "Father Figure"

Pressa vs Moula 1st, Plushh Drama & Why Rappers Need R&B Hooks | The Man Dem ShowIn Episode 174 of The Man Dem Show, Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez kick off the New Year with a packed show. The guys break down the 2025 "Rap Ups" from Mad Skillz, Uncle Murda, and the controversial drop from 100 Watts (and his beef with OTS Gatez). We dive into heavy topics including Donald Trump's bold move in Venezuela, the Minneapolis mayor's message to ICE after a fatal shooting, and a heated debate on immigration. Plus, we roast Zion Williamson's career, discuss the Jim Jones vs. Cam'ron "Heat" beef, analyze the Adin Ross vs. Doechii & Joe Budden drama, and Vagez drops a gem on why modern rappers need R&B hooks to make hits.Hosts: Guttzy Guttz | @eldelnegro Vagez | @officialvftv The Man Dem Show |  @TheGTVNetwork  Timestamps 00:00 Intro & New Year's Vibes 06:45 G-Unit Reunion Rumors? 10:30 2025 Year in Review: Best Interviews & Highlights 21:27 Stranger Things & Squid Game Finale Rants 31:47 Rap Up Reviews: Mad Skillz & Uncle Murda 32:57 100 Watts' 2025 Rap Up: Did He Fail? (100 Watts vs. OTS Gatez) 46:00 Politics: Trump "Kidnaps" Venezuelan Leader & Oil Talk 57:49 NBA Talk: Is Zion Williamson a Top 3 Bust of All Time? 01:02:48 Dipset Drama: Jim Jones vs. Cam'ron Fighting Over Heat 01:07:12 NBA 2026 Predictions (Giannis, Zion & LeBron) 01:08:47 Minneapolis ICE Shooting & The Mayor's Response 01:26:00 Toronto News: Plushh, Moula 1st & The "Sick to My Stomach" Skit 01:32:00 Pressa vs. Pyrx & Moula 1st: Why Punch Down? 01:42:40 Streamer Wars: Adin Ross vs. Doechii, Joe Budden & Glasses Malone 01:53:17 Music News: Bruno Mars Album & 6ix9ine Update 01:58:33 Pressa's Chinatown Freestyle Reaction 02:02:35 Vagez’s Gem: Why Rappers Need R&B Hooks (The Cheat Code)

In this episode of The Man Dem Show, Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez sit down with Brampton recording artist Drama Drae (@dramadrae). Drae opens up about his viral appearance on the "Pop the Balloon" dating show, his "sober" lifestyle, and the current state of the 365 Mob.We dive deep into the "Flower City" politics, addressing the Brampton vs. Toronto debate and the stereotypes surrounding Peel Region. Drama Drae also gets vulnerable about joining the Crips at 13 years old , how fatherhood changed his outlook on life , and his thoughts on government conspiracies.In this episode:Drama Drae’s experience on "Pop the Balloon or Find Love"The friction with Friday and We Love Hip HopBreaking down the "Gangster Rap" genre in TorontoSingle "Big Body" featuring Pee WeeFollow the Guest: Drama Drae | @dramadrae#TheManDemShow #DramaDrae #TorontoHipHopTimestamps00:00 - Intro: Sobriety and Exotic Butlers 02:40 - The truth about going on "Pop The Balloon or Find Love" 03:48 - Experience on "GTA Flow" & Toronto talent 06:46 - Explaining the beef with Freddy & We Love Hip Hop 17:35 - The "Flower City" (Brampton) reputation & stereotypes 22:52 - Why Toronto underground music is boring & repetitive 26:05 - How fatherhood changed Drama Drae 27:00 - Joining the Crips at 13 years old 33:00 - Government conspiracies & "Woke" culture 46:30 - Upcoming EP: "365 Mob" 49:50 - New Song Breakdown: "Big Body" feat. Pee Wee 55:50 - Final message to the haters: "You are forgiven"

In this episode of The Man Dem Show, Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez sit down with Brampton artist JayTrillz. They dive deep into his debut project "Trillion Dollar Dreams," the transition from soccer to music, and the harsh realities of the Toronto/Brampton music infrastructure.JayTrillz also opens up about his personal life, discussing the impact of growing up in a broken home, his return to the church, and the importance of therapy and accountability in the black community.Follow The Guests & Hosts: Guest: JayTrillz | @jaytrillzz Host: Guttzy Guttz | @eldelnegro Host: Vagez | @officialvftv Show: The Man Dem Show | @TheGTVNetwork Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Zodiac Sign Banter 06:00 - Introducing JayTrillz 12:12 - Dating as an Artist: Better Single or In a Relationship? 15:48 - Transitioning from Soccer to Music 22:18 - Musical Influences (Jay-Z & Mature Music) 24:50 - The "Brampton" Stigma & Toronto Music Infrastructure 35:45 - The "TikTok" Game & Marketing in the US 42:48 - Breaking Down "Trillion Dollar Dreams" (5 Years in the Making) 45:38 - The Meaning Behind "Paint Blue" & Finding God 57:47 - Handling Lack of Support from Friends vs. Strangers 01:03:00 - Returning to Church & Faith 01:06:00 - Discussing Broken Homes & Divorce Trauma 01:13:00 - Parents Taking Accountability & Mental Health 01:16:45 - Guttzy on Depression & The Importance of Therapy 01:25:55 - Best Food Spots in Brampton 01:31:00 - Outro & Merch Gift

Is London Soft? Tuggawar Responds + Untold Vybz Kartel StoriesWelcome to another episode of The Man Dem Show! Host Guttzy Guttz sits down with UK Dancehall/Hip-Hop legend Tuggawar.In this exclusive interview, Tuggawar opens up about his deep connection to Toronto, comparing the energy to London and why he feels at home in the 6ix. He drops major stories about his time in Jamaica, including his arrest for smuggling, surviving "Hell" (Spanish Town Prison), and his relationship with Vybz Kartel before the fame.We are also joined by Dirk Mack, legendary DJ and producer, to discuss their insane work ethic (3 albums in one year!) and the current state of Toronto's nightlife and DJ culture.In This Episode:🇬🇧 vs 🇨🇦: Is the UK "soft"? Tuggawar responds.🔒 Prison Stories: The reality of doing time in Spanish Town.🦎 Vybz Kartel: Witnessing the rise of the World Boss and thoughts on his freedom.🎧 Dirk Mack: From 90s DJ battles to producing hits with Tuggawar.🌃 Toronto Nightlife: Why the club scene is struggling in 2025.Follow The Host: Guttzy Guttz: @eldelnegro Follow The Guests: Tuggawar: @tuggawar Dirk Mack: @dirkmackmusic#TheManDemShow #Tuggawar #VybzKartel #GuttzyGuttz #Dancehall #UKRap #torontohiphop Timestamps:00:00 - Intro: Welcome to The Man Dem Show00:53 - Why Toronto feels like home for Tuggawar02:25 - Is the UK "Soft"? Addressing the rumors08:48 - The Arrest: Getting caught smuggling in Jamaica09:35 - Surviving Spanish Town Prison & Sean Paul connections11:46 - Working with Mr. Lexx after release13:40 - The Vybz Kartel Story: Knowing him before the fame16:39 - Comparing Kartel’s lyricism to Eminem & Jay-Z19:09 - Thoughts on Kartel’s freedom and public perception20:17 - Tuggawar’s insane work ethic & releasing 50 videos24:40 - Working with Stu Brooks & The "Get Mad" Video30:21 - The Fat Joe Feature story35:00 - Dirk Mack joins the chat: DJ history & Chemistry41:26 - The problem with Toronto Nightlife & DJs today47:00 - The "Shrimp Strength" Theory: Consistency over viral hits51:50 - Shoutout to Price & Prince for the hospitality55:03 - Outro & How to book Tuggawar

In this episode of The Man Dem Show, Guttzy Guttz and DJ Laz Vagez sit down with a true Toronto architect, ROCKDAHOUSE. From the golden era of Toronto nightlife to the peak of the mixtape hustle, Rock shares the blueprint of his evolution.We discuss his early days DJing in clubs like The Spectrum, the legendary story of how he sold hundreds of thousands of mixtapes using a Warner Bros account, and the creation of Ambush TV. Rock also opens up about his infamous interview with a young Drake, his recent health scare that changed his life, and why ownership is the key to freedom.In This Episode:• The evolution from DJ to Entrepreneur• The hustle behind the "Rockwell" store era• Stories from the DVD magazine era (Ambush TV)• Health, wealth, and the "Crabs in a Bucket" mentality in TorontoFollow the Guest: Instagram: @iamrockdahouseFollow The Man Dem Show:  @TheGTVNetwork  #RockDaHouse #TheManDemShow #TorontoHipHop #AmbushTV #Drake #Entrepreneurship #TorontoHistory #mixtapes YouTube Timestamps00:00 - Intro & The "Rock Da House" Persona05:52 - Where the Confidence Comes From (Trinidad to NYC to Toronto)09:05 - Toronto Nightlife History: The Spectrum, The Docks & Yorkville16:45 - The Golden Era of Hip-Hop & Becoming a DJ22:00 - The Mixtape King: Selling 100,000+ CDs & The Detroit Connection26:00 - Being the First Toronto DJ on BET’s Rap City41:00 - The "Rockwell" Connection: How the Store Empire Started50:00 - Ambush TV & The DVD Magazine Era52:12 - The Drake Interview: Did He Predict His Own Success?58:30 - Health Scare: Surviving a Heart Attack & Lifestyle Changes01:06:40 - The Evolution of Rock’s Music: "Boom Bow"01:21:00 - The "Fake It Till You Make It" Industry & Buying Views01:34:00 - No Excuses: Advice for the Next Generation01:42:00 - Moving to Kensington Market & Real Estate Moves01:53:00 - Final Gems & Closing

In this episode of The Man Dem Show, DJ Laz Vagez and Sam sit down with one of Toronto’s finest, DJ Dimes. We dive deep into the current state of the city's nightlife, the politics of promoters booking too many DJs, and the major differences between Miami Carnival and Toronto Carnival.DJ Dimes also shares his firsthand experience attending the legendary Vybz Kartel concert in Toronto, gives his honest take on why local "hood rappers" struggle to go mainstream, and drops essential gems for beginner DJs on equipment, stems, and getting booked.Connect with us: 🎙️ Vagez | @officialvftv 🎙️ Sam | @undergroundnationpod 🎧 DJ Dimes | @dj.dimes6 📺 The Man Dem Show | @TheGTVNetworkIn this episode:• The chaos of having 5+ DJs on one bill.• The "LTL" Dancehall impact and unity.• A reality show concept for Toronto DJs.• Why corporate gigs require "clean" versions (and the Olivia Rodrigo mistake!).#DJDimes #TorontoDJ #ManDemShow #VybzKartel #TorontoNightlife #DJAdviceTime Stamps (Chapters)00:00 - Intro: Too Many DJs on One Lineup? 04:26 - Welcoming DJ Dimes & Mental Health Check 07:10 - Career Highlights & DJing for Skillibeng 08:21 - Hot Take: Miami Carnival vs. Toronto Carnival 10:11 - The Vybz Kartel Concert Experience in Jamaica 16:40 - The Impact of LTL 21:26 - Why Toronto Artists Lack Unity 23:05 - Idea: The Ultimate Toronto DJ Block Party 27:57 - Concept for a DJ Reality Competition Show 32:28 - The Problem with Toronto "Hood Rappers" & Corporate Support 35:46 - Dealing with Drunk Requests & "Dreams and Nightmares" in Montreal 40:28 - Essential Advice for Beginner DJs (Equipment & Stems) 46:02 - How to Get Your First Booking 49:11 - Corporate Gigs & The "Vampire" Mistake 55:07 - Future Plans: Production & All-Ages Events 59:58 - Outro & Contact Info

Is Drake Blackballed? 21 Savage Flop? + The "Clout Chasing" Verdict | TMDS 173Join the chaos for the final episode of the year! In Episode 173 of The Man Dem Show, Guttzy Guttz, DJ Laz Vagez, City McGritty, IStillHateCurryGoat, Tia Taylorrr, and Sam (Underground Nation) sit down for a wild end-of-year wrap-up.In this episode, the crew dives deep into the state of the music industry, debating 21 Savage's first-week sales and the "Drake vs. The Industry" theory. We discuss the reality of buying views in Toronto, react to the Wiz Khalifa news, and review the best concerts of the year including Burna Boy and Kendrick Lamar.Plus, things get heated when Sam from The Underground Nation is put on trial for "Clout Chasing" in the official GTV Court. You don't want to miss the verdict! 👨‍⚖️Featuring: 🎙️ Guttzy Guttz | @eldelnegro 🎙️ Vagez | @officialvftv 🎙️ City McGritty | @city2gritty 🎙️ IStillHateCurryGoat | @istillhatecurrygoat 🎙️ Tia Taylorrr | @tiataylorrr 🎙️ Sam |  @UnderGroundNationpod  Follow Us: The Man Dem Show | @TheGTVNetwork The Cronem Show | @thecronemshow#TheManDemShow #Podcast #Toronto #MusicIndustry #21Savage #BurnaBoy #CloutChasing #HipHop #Reaction #Comedy Timestamps for Main Video Description00:00:00 - Intro: Pouring Liquor & Audio Issues00:07:56 - "Freaky" PSA for 202600:32:00 - Breaking News: Wiz Khalifa Sentenced?00:43:06 - Music Talk: 21 Savage Sales & Drake Blackball Theory00:45:30 - Rant: Toronto Artists Buying Fake Views00:51:30 - Goals for 2026: 10K Subs & Brand Deals01:09:00 - IStillHateCurryGoat Reviews the Burna Boy Concert01:16:00 - Do Men Dress Up for Concerts?01:27:53 - Nostalgia: Singing Cartoon Theme Songs02:46:30 - GTV COURT: Sam on Trial for Clout Chasing03:33:00 - The Verdict: Guilty or Innocent?04:14:00 - End of Year Thank Yous & Wrap Up