Acquired Taste

4 members of the world's largest rap group sit down every week to discuss Hip-Hop. Join Fig, Ned, Koda, Andrew and their myriad of companions from The Antelope Fishermen. Each week the dive into current news from the Hip-Hop world, debate different topics, discuss songs submitted from the public and take a look through our catalogue as well. Each week the boys get a random album selected from a spin wheel and discuss during an album club. Bakers dozen scales, underknown facts, censoring the names of our enemies, "durdling", and so much more deep lore about stupid nonsense.

DJ Verbz Talks The Thesis, Damian Lillard Rapping After Blazers Loss & Snoop Dogg's Debut [Episode

In this episode, we sit down with Portland’s own DJ Verbz, cofounder of The Thesis showcase, to talk about how the series has become a cornerstone for the city’s hip-hop community. He shares stories about booking talent, building culture, and why the showcase continues to matter for local artists. We also get into Damian Lillard performing after tough Blazers losses, unpack some thoughts on Young Thug being a hater, and revisit the legacy of Snoop Dogg’s Doggystyle.

09-11
01:30:59

UK Albums, TYR33 Appears & All 4 Of Us [Episode 18]

All 4 of the Taste Boys are together, they all had UK albums this week , TYR33 ruins everything, video game soundtracks, Fortnite Rap stuff and more!

11-21
41:27

Koda-less, Skits on Albums & Danny Brown [Episode 14]

Fig & Andrew hold down the fort while Koda is away. The boys talk about solo efforts from rap group members, dig through some older fish songsm, J Cole's new single and more! Love what you hear? You can support our podcast by signing up for a free trial of Amazon Music Unlimited. Get access to millions of songs, including the latest hip-hop tracks, with no ads. Click the link below to start your free trial and support us at no extra cost to you: https://amzn.to/3yX4MZA The Antelope Fishermen are the largest active rap group in the world (until someone tells us we're not). Mostly based in Portland, Oregon, The Fish have a full in  house creative playground. The group boasts videographers, instrumentalists, producers, singers, rappers, graphic designers, and so much more. Founded by Detroit native Figure 8 and 4 friends, has now become an essential presence in the Portland music scene. Fans and critics often site the groups' expansive library of music, videos, podcasts, artwork and more. With over a hundreds of songs, thousands of hours of video, multiple active podcasts and a constant flow of innovative content, no one works harder than The Antelope Fishermen. Support Us On Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/TheAntelopeFishermen Support us On Bandcamp: https://theantelopefishermen.bandcamp.com/album/the-fish-tank Listen to us here: Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/72jjxXFItBVGIhXL94mvoz Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-antelope-fishermen/1521614701 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Fish-Tank-Explicit-Antelope-Fishermen/dp/B0CJFXPT65 Follow Us Here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theantelopefishermen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theantelopefishermen/

10-24
31:31

Mic Crenshaw, Traveling the World & 2025 Will Smith [Episode 67]

The boys sit down with Mic Crenshaw and discuss travel, working with international artists, his connections to The Antelope Fishermen, activism new music and more! Then we unfortunately discuss the new Will Smith album.Sub to Mic on YouTube!: https://www.youtube.com/user/globalfam@miccrenshaw on IG

10-30
01:05:45

I Know That Mouth!, Is Biggie Outdated? & No One Says Kany- [Episode 65]

We play a new game, get interrupted by cats, discuss Biggie, a forgotten Koda feature, Latto is pregnant and more!

10-16
49:17

The Alphabet, Cursed Rapper Blind Rank & 42 Dugg's Voice [Episode 64]

We learn of Nicki and Cardi's beef, Ned ruins our lives with a blink rank and is 42 Dugg annoying or dope?

10-09
53:03

Ellis Is Loud, Gang Starr & Butt Nerve Damage [Episode 63]

Ellis is here! The boys talk butt surgery, Michael Che beef, Gang Starr's magnum opus, Young Thug's promo and more!

10-02
01:05:01

D4vd is Allegedly (but for sure) a Murderer, Worst Blind Ranking & a House of Puke [Episode 62]

The boys talk about more valid podcasts, Sammy Hagar and Nickelback, Cardi B sales, a horrible list of best rappers, Critter's House of P.U.K.E, Woody Harrelson's father and much much more!

09-25
55:30

Eminem Leaks, Limp Morgan Wallen & Cage The Elephant [Episode 61]

The boys talk about Dave Blunts, Warren G releasing Nate Dogg, Akon Divorce, Playboi Carti's weiner, Gorillaz, Eminem leaks, Cage the Elephant's debut and more!

09-18
55:05

Interview w/ Portland's DJ Zone (From Acquired Taste Ep.59)

This is a part of episode 59 of Acquired Taste.This week we sit down with DJ Zone, one of Portland’s most respected and versatile DJs, whose work has taken him from local clubs to international stages. Known for rocking crowds alongside artists like Aesop Rock, Macklemore, and more! Zone has built a reputation as both a turntable technician and a cultural staple in the Northwest hip-hop scene.In our conversation, we go deep into his journey — from his early days digging for records to becoming the go-to DJ for some of the biggest names in hip-hop. We talk craft, hustle, the Portland music community, and the lessons he’s learned from decades behind the decks.

09-09
54:05

Dj Zone Talks Touring With Macklemore, Making Music With Aesop Rock & Magic Tricks \ King Von Album Review [Episode 59]

This week we sit down with DJ Zone, one of Portland’s most respected and versatile DJs, whose work has taken him from local clubs to international stages. Known for rocking crowds alongside artists like Aesop Rock, Macklemore, and more! Zone has built a reputation as both a turntable technician and a cultural staple in the Northwest hip-hop scene.In our conversation, we go deep into his journey — from his early days digging for records to becoming the go-to DJ for some of the biggest names in hip-hop. We talk craft, hustle, the Portland music community, and the lessons he’s learned from decades behind the decks.Whether you’re a fan of hip-hop history, DJ culture, or just love hearing stories from people who live for the music, this episode is packed with gemThen find out if Ned like King Von's Welcome To O Block album!

09-04
01:16:38

ASAP Rocky is a Liar, No One Speaks to Frank Ocean & This Type O Negative Album is Killing Me [Episode 58]

The boys talk about TI, Clipse, Memphis Blink, Lil Nas X arrest, Asap Rocky is a liar, RIP Brent Hinds, Cardi B fans called?, BigXthaPlug arrest, Swiggle & Shoreline Mafia, Big CED, Life is Killing Me by Type O Negative, finally adding albums to the spin wheel and more!

08-27
01:04:48

Kwahvoe, Roc Marciano & Timmi Is Catchy [Episode 57]

The boys discuss The Alchemist and Roc Marciano's project, Ned can't pronounce the Migos, hip hop media platforms, Timmi Hendrixxx and more!

08-21
01:11:01

Hip Hop's Birthday, YNW Melly Trial & Ian McConnel Makes Muppet Music [Episode 56]

The boys are joined by Token in lieu of Ned, mourn BET award shows, Tyler loves Clipse, JID, Griselda Beef, indie artist Ian McConnel and their new "Fig & a Fish" release and more!

08-14
55:44

Jasey And Ellis, Kendrick Lamar's Debut & Macklemore's Grammy Win [Episode 55]

Jasey Cordeta and Ellis join us! We got GKMC for the album this week. Andrew has some strong opinions, Ned doesn't, 50 Cent's Hate, Uzi Vert the mob boss, Kid Cudi going J Cole and more!

08-07
01:07:54

Emotional Support Tag, Freddie Gibbs Disses & 36 Crazy Fists [Episode 54]

Figs out. Tags in. The boys get crashed, Koda cant pronounce rappers, tons of in the news disses, we should listen to Bone Thugs, Ready Or Not SWAT sim, Jay Mellow and more!

07-31
45:18

Phillip Stengel vs Bobby Shmurda Update, Boldy James Is A Great Rapper & Season 3 Premiere [Episode 53]

Fig did some digging and found out an update on their earlier story, Tyler's coming, narrating albums, Boldy James & Nicholas Kraven, Andrew does Spottle, Andrew gets a cabinet position, Dame is back and so much more!

07-24
57:19

All of Us Together, New Clipse Album & We're At Momentum Studios W/ Zeb [Episode 52]

Our first in-person all together episode recorded at Zeb's studio Momentum! We talk Let God Sort Em Out, best albums we've had on the pod, celebrating our birthday, Big Sean's Ab's, we blow (on) each other, and more on our first in person episode!

07-17
45:46

Stevie Stone & Angel Talk Ahdasee, New Music & Unity | An Acquired Taste Interview

We got to talk to legned Stevie Stone and our sister, Angel just released her debut single through Ahdasee Records, "Fire", Label collab album, the creative process, independent labels, Portland, Strange Music & Ruthless Records, making music from pain, live shows and so much more!

07-15
22:23

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