We’re back to give the neighborhood the podcast shows that we’ve been listening, and we want to share with our Neighbors and Groovers! We have a history-driven music show, an outlook and insight on a buzzword, a celebratory show to Hip Hop, an all-around conversation show, and some intellectual snob talk!
A gentle reminder: if you would like for us to review a show for future consideration, drop a comment or email us. We’re here to receive all of the great podcasts that exists and need to be shared. Enjoy our picks for the month of June.
The Indicator From Planet Money
This five-part series examines the world of an influencer. The term has been popular for some years, but there hasn’t been a true definition of what it consist of. NPR does a dope job with speaking with the people that make a living with being an influencer (or content creator, depending on who says it and where you read it at) to the people who still dream to become full-time with the career.
Below is part one. The episodes are up to 10 minutes long (which is a double plus over here) and informative.
This show brings some of the most respected insights of music. We’re still trying to figure out who the hosts are, but “the guys” are easily relatable and will become your spokesmen of what they listen to and how to view the music, within and out. On their season finale, they do a dive into what Tupac’s life could have been if he was still with us. This episode parallels well with the latest docuseries that came out on Hulu: Dear Mama: The Saga of Afeni and Tupac Shakur.
DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray are the incredible hosts of this history-filled and entertaining Black music podcast. From their latest dedication to the Queen Tina Turner (below) to saluting the King of New Jack City to acknowledging Spike Lee’s contribution to Black film and music, these homies don’t miss a step in giving the people that lesson! It’s a reason why they’re Ambie-award (and other respected awards) nominated. Hit play.
NOTE: This show that’s in podcast format (in our opinion) is on Apple Music, so some might not be able to listen. If you’re able to and you’re a Hip Hop fanatic, you’re in for a good storytelling experience. This year marks 50 years of Hip Hop and Apple Music are handling business with releasing episodes that are dedication to various regions of the greatest music. The link below is a homage to the South and Ebro Darden narrates the episode well. Enjoy (if you can listen)!
Kyle is killing the solo podcast lane, for sure. Kyle and his thoughtful intakes on Hip Hop, past memories, relationships (and more) will have you reflecting on your preceding journeys. There are occasional interviews, but Kyle is keen with holding the throne on his own. A bonus: his Twitter account is active and funny (his NBA gifs are hilarious)! Tap in!
