Digest

This podcast covers a wide range of topics, starting with a discussion about Big Sean's spiritual journey and his place among the top rappers. The hosts then delve into the "Big Three" debate, discussing whether Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole are the only rappers who deserve that title. They also touch upon Kanye West's place in the conversation and the phenomenon of "Fake Drake." The podcast then shifts to a discussion about Flavor Flav's musical talent and his role in the reality show "Flavor of Love." The hosts then move on to discuss the controversy surrounding the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, which featured a performance that some viewers interpreted as a mockery of Christianity. They debate whether the performance was intended to be offensive and whether it was appropriate for the Olympics. They also discuss the concept of artistic merit and the importance of inclusivity. The conversation then turns to the Olympics as a source of generational background noise and the objectification of athletes in sports. The hosts also discuss an interview with Oprah and Gayle, where Melinda Gates Richass asked them about navigating their friendship in the public eye. They delve into the use of the word "gay" as a descriptor for things perceived as beautiful or unusual and explore the societal implications of this language. The podcast then tackles the controversial topic of trans athletes competing in women's sports, with the hosts expressing their concerns about fairness and the potential for men to exploit the system by identifying as women. They discuss the need for a "girlcott" of the Olympics in response to the inclusion of trans athletes in women's sports. The conversation shifts to Donald Trump's VP pick, with the hosts discussing the potential impact of his choice on the upcoming election. They argue that a more diverse and qualified candidate like Nicky Haley would have been a better choice. They also discuss JD Vance's controversial statements about childless people and their voting rights, expressing their disapproval of his views and discussing the potential consequences of his rhetoric. The podcast then moves on to a review of the Deadpool and Wolverine movie, with the hosts discussing their opinions on the film. They also discuss the announcement of Robert Downey Jr.'s return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and their hopes for the future of the franchise. They express their frustration with the way Marvel has been wasting characters and killing them off without any real stakes or consequences. The conversation then returns to the topic of Kamala Harris, with the hosts discussing her qualifications and the potential impact of her gender on the upcoming election. They discuss her political future and express concerns about her lack of support during the previous election cycle. They also discuss the importance of moderation in politics and argue that the extremes of both parties are pushing people away. The podcast concludes with a discussion about Will Smith's new rap song, his collaboration with rapper Russ, and the Amp team's potential to take over the XXL Freshman Cypher. The hosts also discuss Kevin Hart's desire to have Kaisenat play him in a biopic and share their honest opinions on Donald Trump. They discuss Gerald Ford's prediction on a woman president and the challenges of moving on from a relationship when one partner wants children and the other does not. They also discuss individuals they respect but wouldn't want to be like, focusing on Elon Musk as a prime example.

Outlines

00:00:00

Big Sean, The "Big Three" in Rap, and Kanye West

The podcast begins with a discussion about Big Sean's spiritual journey and his place among the top rappers. The hosts then delve into the "Big Three" debate, discussing whether Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole are the only rappers who deserve that title. They also touch upon Kanye West's place in the conversation and the phenomenon of "Fake Drake."

00:01:52

Flavor Flav's Musical Talent and "Flavor of Love"

The hosts discuss Flavor Flav's musical talent and his role in the reality show "Flavor of Love."

00:22:01

The Olympics Opening Ceremony Controversy

The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, which featured a performance that some viewers interpreted as a mockery of Christianity. They debate whether the performance was intended to be offensive and whether it was appropriate for the Olympics. They also discuss the concept of artistic merit and the importance of inclusivity.

00:41:47

The Olympics as Background Noise and Objectification in Sports

The conversation then turns to the Olympics as a source of generational background noise and the objectification of athletes in sports. The hosts also discuss an interview with Oprah and Gayle, where Melinda Gates Richass asked them about navigating their friendship in the public eye.

00:48:54

The Use of "Gay" and Societal Perceptions

The hosts delve into the use of the word "gay" as a descriptor for things perceived as beautiful or unusual and explore the societal implications of this language.

00:51:27

Trans Athletes in the Olympics and the "Girlcott"

The podcast then tackles the controversial topic of trans athletes competing in women's sports, with the hosts expressing their concerns about fairness and the potential for men to exploit the system by identifying as women. They discuss the need for a "girlcott" of the Olympics in response to the inclusion of trans athletes in women's sports.

00:56:20

Donald Trump's VP Pick and JD Vance's Controversial Statements

The conversation shifts to Donald Trump's VP pick, with the hosts discussing the potential impact of his choice on the upcoming election. They argue that a more diverse and qualified candidate like Nicky Haley would have been a better choice. They also discuss JD Vance's controversial statements about childless people and their voting rights, expressing their disapproval of his views and discussing the potential consequences of his rhetoric.

01:08:08

Deadpool and Wolverine Movie Review and Robert Downey Jr.'s Return to Marvel

The podcast then moves on to a review of the Deadpool and Wolverine movie, with the hosts discussing their opinions on the film. They also discuss the announcement of Robert Downey Jr.'s return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and their hopes for the future of the franchise.

01:15:45

Marvel's Future and Concerns about Character Waste

They express their frustration with the way Marvel has been wasting characters and killing them off without any real stakes or consequences.

01:20:38

Kamala Harris's Qualifications and Political Future

The conversation then returns to the topic of Kamala Harris, with the hosts discussing her qualifications and the potential impact of her gender on the upcoming election. They discuss her political future and express concerns about her lack of support during the previous election cycle.

01:23:30

The Importance of Moderation in Politics

They also discuss the importance of moderation in politics and argue that the extremes of both parties are pushing people away.

01:28:59

Will Smith's New Rap Song and Collaboration with Russ

The podcast concludes with a discussion about Will Smith's new rap song, his collaboration with rapper Russ, and the Amp team's potential to take over the XXL Freshman Cypher.

01:50:02

Kevin Hart's Biopic and Kaisenat

The hosts also discuss Kevin Hart's desire to have Kaisenat play him in a biopic.

01:52:54

"Asking Idiots" and Honest Opinions on Trump

The hosts share their personal experiences and perspectives on decision-making, highlighting the importance of dealing with the consequences of one's choices. They also discuss their honest opinions on Donald Trump.

01:59:15

Gerald Ford's Prediction on a Woman President

They discuss Gerald Ford's prediction on a woman president and the challenges of moving on from a relationship when one partner wants children and the other does not.

02:07:08

Respecting People You Wouldn't Want to Be Like

They also discuss individuals they respect but wouldn't want to be like, focusing on Elon Musk as a prime example.

02:13:26

Supporting Congress

This segment discusses the speaker's support for Congress and their criticism of others who don't. The speaker emphasizes their own stance and disregards the opinions of those who disagree.

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Q&A

• What are the criteria for being considered a top rapper?

  The hosts discuss several criteria for being considered a top rapper, including lyrical skill, cultural impact, and commercial success. They also acknowledge that there is no single definitive answer and that different people may have different opinions.

• What is the "Big Three" in rap?

  The "Big Three" in rap is a term used to refer to the three rappers who are widely considered to be the best in the world. The hosts debate whether Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole are the only rappers who deserve to be in that conversation.

• Is it disrespectful to impersonate celebrities?

  The hosts debate whether impersonating celebrities is a legitimate profession and whether it is disrespectful to the original artist. They ultimately decide that it is a matter of personal opinion and that there is no right or wrong answer.

• What is the controversy surrounding the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics?

  The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, which featured a performance that some viewers interpreted as a mockery of Christianity. They debate whether the performance was intended to be offensive and whether it was appropriate for the Olympics.

• What are the speakers' main concerns about the Olympics opening ceremony?

  The speakers are concerned about the lack of artistic merit in the ceremony and believe it was a deliberate attempt to provoke outrage. They feel that the rainbow display was more about making a statement than creating a meaningful experience.

• What are the speakers' opinions on the inclusion of trans athletes in women's sports?

  The speakers are strongly against the inclusion of trans athletes in women's sports, arguing that it is unfair to women who have trained their entire lives to compete against men who identify as women. They believe that this practice undermines the integrity of women's sports.

• What are the speakers' thoughts on JD Vance's controversial statements about childless people and their voting rights?

  The speakers are highly critical of JD Vance's statements, finding them discriminatory and harmful. They believe that his views are out of touch with the realities of modern society and could alienate a significant portion of the electorate.

• What are the speakers' hopes for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe?

  The speakers hope that Marvel will move away from Earth-based stories and explore new characters and storylines, particularly those from the X-Men saga. They believe that this would provide a fresh perspective and revitalize the franchise.

• What are the speakers' concerns about the way Marvel has been handling its characters?

  The speakers are concerned that Marvel has been wasting characters by killing them off without any real stakes or consequences. They believe that this undermines the emotional impact of the stories and makes the universe feel less meaningful.

• What are the speakers' main concerns about Kamala Harris's candidacy?

  The speakers are concerned about Kamala Harris's lack of clarity on her policies and beliefs. They feel that she needs to do more to convince the American people of her worthiness for the presidency.

• Why do the speakers believe that a moderate candidate could win the election?

  The speakers believe that the extremes of both parties are pushing people away and that a moderate candidate could win over a large segment of the electorate who are tired of the partisan divide.

• What is the speakers' opinion on Will Smith's new rap song?

  The speakers have mixed opinions on Will Smith's new rap song. Some find it to be a departure from his previous work and a bit too "woke" for their liking, while others appreciate the message it conveys and the artistic merit of the song.

• How could the Amp team potentially take over the XXL Freshman Cypher?

  The Amp team has a large following among young audiences and their cultural influence could potentially make them a major force in the rap world. They could potentially take over the XXL Freshman Cypher by hosting the event and bringing in their own audience.

• What is the speakers' honest opinion on Donald Trump?

  The speakers acknowledge that Donald Trump is an enticing figure to a certain segment of the population. They attribute his popularity to the perceived failures of the Democratic Party and the need for a candidate who challenges the status quo.

• What is Gerald Ford's prediction for how a woman will become president?

  Gerald Ford predicts that a woman will become president through a series of extraordinary circumstances, such as the death of a male president, leading to the ascension of a female vice president.

• How do the speakers feel about Elon Musk?

  The speakers respect Elon Musk's brilliance and accomplishments but express concerns about the personal sacrifices he has made and the potential for loneliness and isolation that comes with his level of success. They wouldn't want to be like him because they value family and personal relationships.

• Why does the speaker believe they are the only one supporting Congress?

  The speaker believes they are the only one supporting Congress because they have been doing so from the beginning, while others have not.

• What is the speaker's attitude towards those who don't support Congress?

  The speaker is dismissive of those who don't support Congress, stating that they don't care about their opinions and that they are "idiots."

Show Notes