Don’t Call It a Podcast Bonus Ep: A Brief Hiatus


DCIP has been missing in action for two months, but don’t worry, here’s a brief announcement! #PodernFamily #PodsInColor

The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast #8: Dumb Bass


We took a brief yatus last week because we were all a bit busy and just tired (Ryan was out of town).  So we came back with a vengeance to roast Fessy and this mess of an HoH, recap what actually lead to Scottie’s eviction, and predict what COULD happen now that we know about … Continue reading The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast #8: Dumb Bass

Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN2 #12 – Yes, it’s King Kong


We’re back from a brief hiatus! Courtney has gotten settled into things in Atlanta and Ryan and Dee have stopped making excuses! Follow us on Twitter: Rhine | Courtney | TheKWCBlog Subscribe to us on iTunes | Google Player Today we talk about a little bit of everything, but first and foremost, Nicki Minaj released … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN2 #12 – Yes, it’s King Kong

The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast, Ep.7: Hayleigh and the HoH Scenarios


Subscribe to our Podcast: iTunes | Google Player This week has been an emotional week, Bayleigh’s game finally comes undone as she’s evicted 6-1. She made terrible mistake after terrible mistake by winning HoH, getting a big head, telling Rachel about her power, etc. That being said, Big Brother 20 is just the gift that … Continue reading The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast, Ep.7: Hayleigh and the HoH Scenarios

The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast #6: Ay Bay Bay


Follow the crew on Twitter: Ryan | Krazilia | @LethalSaint_ Subscribe to our Podcast: iTunes | Google Player You guys wanna see a dead (Big Brother) body? We’re a day early this week since Ryan’s birthday is today and he won’t be home tonight. So he, Krazilia and LS got together Bayleigh won an unnecessary … Continue reading The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast #6: Ay Bay Bay

The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast Ep.5: GIRL HOW DID YOU LOSE?


Subscribe to us on iTunes | Google Player This is a thing that happened. Oh you thought we were getting a dud week? You thought that Sam’s Power App was going to cause everyone to play safe this week so that there were minimal consequences and repercussions for their actions? You thought that the evictee … Continue reading The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast Ep.5: GIRL HOW DID YOU LOSE?

The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast Ep.4: Harlots and Whores featuring @KraziliaLove


We took Thursday off for a number of reasons and decided to put off the podcast until today. Since the storms came flying through last night, @LethalSaint_ lost power and wasn’t able to join us. So I covered her notes at the end of the podcast! Once again, @KraziliaLove joins us as a co-host, coming … Continue reading The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast Ep.4: Harlots and Whores featuring @KraziliaLove

The Pressure Cooker, A Big Brother Podcast: Ep.3 – Swaggy C Ya Later w/ @KraziliaLove


Much to our chagrin on Thursday night, Chris “Swaggy C” Williams was evicted by a vote of 8-4 with only Hayleigh, Bayleigh, Fessy and Rockstar voting in his favor. While there’s a sizeable chunk of the audience that’s happy to see him go, I’ll surely miss his entertainment.  Don’t get me wrong, Chris was a … Continue reading The Pressure Cooker, A Big Brother Podcast: Ep.3 – Swaggy C Ya Later w/ @KraziliaLove

The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast, Episode 2


I’m not going to declare anything about this season already being better than last season after Week 1 because I said that Week 1 last season before it all fell apart. But what a hot mess. We’ve got alliance flips, we’ve got double crosses, a blindside eviction and a nutcase HoH win. @LethalSaint_ is out … Continue reading The Pressure Cooker, A #BB20 Podcast, Episode 2

Don’t Call It a Podcast SZN2 (#11) – How to lose a sex robot in 10 days


If you purchase a $4,700 sex bot, please don’t play “Lemonade” for it. It’ll blame you for cheating. It makes sense if you just listen. Subscribe to us on iTunes Subscribe to us on Google Player Happy Pre-Fourth of July! Just survive until 5pm today and then you have an entire day to loathe going … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast SZN2 (#11) – How to lose a sex robot in 10 days

The Pressure Cooker #BB20 Podcast: Premiere Night(s) Recap (w/ @LethalSaint_ & @EagleEye1906)


BIG BROTHER IS BACK BABY! Last year I started doing recaps for BB19, but I got busy and it got so incredibly boring that I decided to ditch it. This season, @LethalSaint_ (of the Committee Podcast) and myself are going to be doing a weekly recap podcast of #BB20. We know that there are plenty … Continue reading The Pressure Cooker #BB20 Podcast: Premiere Night(s) Recap (w/ @LethalSaint_ & @EagleEye1906)

Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN2: The Mandela Effect (#10)


Back at it like a receding hairline and terrible Fabolous punchlines. Subscribe to us on iTunes Subscribe to us on Google Player Follow us on Twitter Ryan, Dee and Courtney ($10 app fee required to follow, send to @courtlizcamp on venmo) return for a more lighthearted episode talking about topics pulled right from the subreddit … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN2: The Mandela Effect (#10)

Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN 2 #9: Obligatory #E32018 Recap Episode featuring @AVKingJames


The Electronics Entertainment Expo wrapped up on Tuesday with Nintendo’s major Nintendo Direct announcement. We’ve got a major amount of new titles and trailers to accompany them, so we decided to break down our expectations for each one. SUBSCRIBE TO US ON iTUNES SUBSCRIBE TO US ON GOOGLE PLAYER CHECK OUT THE REST OF THE … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN 2 #9: Obligatory #E32018 Recap Episode featuring @AVKingJames

Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN2 #8: The Azealia Banks Theory + Defining Millennials


My daughter kept interrupting this episode, but it’s okay, cause I love her. It’s the day after Memorial Day, you just had a 3-day weekend, today feels like a Monday. We know, hopefully this will perk you up! A janitor at a South Korean airport discovered over $300k (US) worth of gold bars in a … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN2 #8: The Azealia Banks Theory + Defining Millennials

Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN2 #7: Wipe Ya Booty


IT’S OUR 50TH EPISODE Y’ALL  *REGGAE HORNS* Does it look like Chadwick Boseman is tired of your s***? Because I think he is. Subscribe to our iTunes       Google Player Courtney talks about her struggles of adjusting to Chicago and shoveling her car out of snow. Also -7 degrees in Chicago vs. a Heat … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN2 #7: Wipe Ya Booty

Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN2 #6: Sweet Home Alabama don’t even SLAP featuring @RoyWoodJr


We took a week off, but we’re back now y’all! West End (Birmingham) native and Rock Scholar Roy Wood Jr. (Daily Show) joins us for his redemption episode. Last time we had Roy on, we made him talk about 90s and 00s cartoons, this time we think we found something up his ally. Subscribe to … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast SZN2 #6: Sweet Home Alabama don’t even SLAP featuring @RoyWoodJr

Don’t Call It a Podcast SZN 2 #5: Kanye/Celebrity God Complexes and J.Cole album review


If you missed it last week, Kanye went on a nonsensical rant and there were some people who couldn’t see past the bull****. Then he dropped the biggest bomb of all about liking Candace Owens’ “work”. We had a little to say about that. (Note, this was before he brought that dusty ass hat out … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast SZN 2 #5: Kanye/Celebrity God Complexes and J.Cole album review

Don’t Call It a Podcast Season 2 #4: #INFINITYWAR WEEK HYPE EDITION


AYO POSSIBLE SPOILERS MAYBE POSSIBLY SO IF YOU DON’T EVEN WANT TO FOOL WITH THEORIES REGARDING INFINITY WAR JUST WALK AWAY IT’S OKAY WE LOVE YOU. While we’ve got you: Subscribe to our iTunes Podcast Page As well as Google Player We’re two days away from Infinity War, so we thought we would make this … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast Season 2 #4: #INFINITYWAR WEEK HYPE EDITION

(CLASSIC) DCIP Episode #15: @SebastianKole talks current state of the music industry


Subscribe to our iTunes page famalam   Google Player too In July 2017 we had the pleasure of being joined by friend of the podcast: Singer/Songwriter Sebastian Kole. Sebastian is a native of Birmingham, AL and has known the hosts of our podcast for some time, he’s always been nice enough to provide us with his … Continue reading (CLASSIC) DCIP Episode #15: @SebastianKole talks current state of the music industry

DCIP 2-3: Stir Fry aka Don’t Date Your Coworkers featuring @HumbleTeej


The lunch in question was shrimp fried rice which means this escalates from a misdemeanor to felony no doubt — Zak Toscani (@zaktoscani) March 29, 2018 Subscribe to our iTunes   Subscribe to us on Google Player If you missed the Twitter thread/spy novel/Criminal Minds screenplay that unfolded last week over an incident regarding fried rice, … Continue reading DCIP 2-3: Stir Fry aka Don’t Date Your Coworkers featuring @HumbleTeej

DCIP Season 2-2: Bibby the GOAT featuring @HumbleTeej


Makin my way downtown Walkin fast Your check got cashed With ya broke a** We’re back in full force, last week was the Season 2 pilot, here’s the first real deal! This episode is bought to you by JUST WHIPPED Head to Toe Butter Blends Ronnie is finally back. About damn time. Is Bibby one … Continue reading DCIP Season 2-2: Bibby the GOAT featuring @HumbleTeej

Don’t Call It a Podcast Season 2 (1): Logical conclusion to a Stormy situation


We’re back for season 2 famalam! Skinny crew today, but Dee and I can always hold down an episode. Who needs Ronnie! (Come back fam) Also, Court was busy, so our tweet lied to you, but she’ll be coming back soon. She’s educating the youth and that’s more important than this little (big) podcast. First … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast Season 2 (1): Logical conclusion to a Stormy situation

Last Row in the Bleachers Podcast: March 13, 2018 – NFL Free Agency & March Madness w/ @Impatientbull, Doneal Mack


Please note: The Hot Takes Podcast has changed its name to “Last Row in the Bleachers”, please note this if you’re looking for previous episodes. Ryne and Wop are back to discuss the NFL Free Agency frenzy that has developed even before the gates officially opened. Chris Conner of Canal Street Chronicles (New Orleans Saints … Continue reading Last Row in the Bleachers Podcast: March 13, 2018 – NFL Free Agency & March Madness w/ @Impatientbull, Doneal Mack

Don’t Call It A Podcast #43: Hit em with the ol’ RAZZLE DAZZLE featuring @Pattric, @AChristianJones


We took a week off last week cause Dee and I were both pretty busy (we’re parents, it’s a thing), but we’re back and ready to be foolish again. Also, be ready for Thursday episodes now so that Dee can watch and tweet Atlanta uninterrupted. Make sure you subscribe to us on iTunes and Google … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast #43: Hit em with the ol’ RAZZLE DAZZLE featuring @Pattric, @AChristianJones

Hot Takes Podcast (3/6/18): March Madness Preview featuring @ChrisDobbertean


Ryne is back for a March Edition of the “Hot Takes Podcast” to break down what we can anticipate from this Selection Sunday. He’s joined by Chris Dobbertean of BloggingtheBracket.com to give their perspectives on what mid-majors to look out for, which of the bluebloods has the best chance to win it all and who … Continue reading Hot Takes Podcast (3/6/18): March Madness Preview featuring @ChrisDobbertean

Don’t Call It A Podcast #42 – Introducing the #90s Bracket featuring @JoeCoadTwo, @RHancock19


So you’ve heard us mention this over the last few days on the website, but we’re officially moving forward with our 90’s bracket! We get into how this is going to work and what’s at stake (we’ll cover below). So what’s on the docket this time around? What is proper spoiler etiquette for movies and … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast #42 – Introducing the #90s Bracket featuring @JoeCoadTwo, @RHancock19

Hot Takes Podcast: Feb 22, 2018 – “Shut Up and Dribble”


Ryne and Wop make their triumphant return to the Hot Takes Podcast, their first one of February, to discuss a few hot button sports issues: Finally get a recap of Super Bowl 52 Is Brady the GOAT? Ryne doesn’t think so Has the Seahawks window officially shut? LeBron James got into a spat with a … Continue reading Hot Takes Podcast: Feb 22, 2018 – “Shut Up and Dribble”

Don’t Call It A Podcast 41: “Better Pizza, Better Propositions” feat. @CoolCyWrites


Hey y’all, sorry about last week, we actually DID record an episode, but the audio at the end of it was so bad that we’re going to postpone it for now and come back to it when we have more participants. Shoutout to Alex and Trevor for recording it regardless, it’ll get tied into a … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast 41: “Better Pizza, Better Propositions” feat. @CoolCyWrites

Don’t Call This A Podcast #40: You know it’s “Black Panther”, not The Black Panthers, right? featuring @HumbleTeej, @true_stew


Subscribe to our iTunes Podcast Page Subscribe to our Google Player Podcast Page Cover photo courtesy comicbook.com FIRST AND FOREMOST: Congratulations to Dee, her husband Joseph and little Joe for welcoming in baby Jordan to the family last night! Twitter is a ridiculous place full of extremism and sharp dichotomies an the impending release of … Continue reading Don’t Call This A Podcast #40: You know it’s “Black Panther”, not The Black Panthers, right? featuring @HumbleTeej, @true_stew

@SturdyShow Presents: Don’t Call This A Podcast #39: Boycotts, Brown and Baduism (No 360 Deals here)


soundcloud.com/sturdyshow Subscribe to our iTunes page for automatic updates when new episodes drop Subscribe to Google Player for the same First and foremost we do apologize for the delay on the episode. We got a little wrapped up and busy Thursday Night so we had to postpone. @ShOOObz was supposed to join us but because … Continue reading @SturdyShow Presents: Don’t Call This A Podcast #39: Boycotts, Brown and Baduism (No 360 Deals here)

Hot Takes Podcast: January 22, 2018 featuring @grantmcauley of 92.9 The Game FM (Atlanta)


It’s a baseball-centric episode of Hot Takes Today with Wop out and Grant McAuley of Atlanta’s 92.9 The Game FM coming in to join Ryne. Ryne and Grant discuss the politics of the Baseball Hall of Fame and whether or not moral ground is reason enough to keep certain players out.  Should players from the … Continue reading Hot Takes Podcast: January 22, 2018 featuring @grantmcauley of 92.9 The Game FM (Atlanta)

DCIP #38: Harley Barber ain’t got lips (#BlackLightning, Top TV Shows of All-Time)


The state of Alabama made the news again this week, but this time for racism. Oh wait. We didn’t spend a lot of time on Snookie-mini, but we did talk about Black Lightning’s debut, how mad some black folks have to make a white person for them to aggressively shout the n-word without pause (Kramer), … Continue reading DCIP #38: Harley Barber ain’t got lips (#BlackLightning, Top TV Shows of All-Time)

Don’t Call It A Podcast #37 – Problematic, Systematic


Happy New Year! It’s our first episode of the New Year, and we wanted to take the time to address some actual issues for our first day back. It’s just Ryan, Ron and Dee this time, so nothing too wild, but we had questions about the upcoming Octopi takeover, Teen Titans Go! feature length film, … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast #37 – Problematic, Systematic

Don’t Call It a Podcast #36 – Album of the Year 2017


This time last year we kicked off what would become the first ever DCIP episode when we did our “Album of the Year” broadcast with Pattric. Takes were heavy. This time we’re more refined (not really) and provide our takes for the Top Albums of 2017. If you haven’t already checked out our 2017 Playlist, … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast #36 – Album of the Year 2017

Hot Takes Podcast: Dec. 18, 2017 – The Carolina Black Panthers?


Another Tuesday, another episode of Hot Takes. Ryne, Wop and Jordan discuss Jerry Richardson giving up the Panthers, Diddy’s recent interest in them, Kobe Bryant’s jersey getting retired and Marvin Lewis phoning it in. They also make their Bowl and NFL picks. As you might guess, there may be a delayed episode next week since … Continue reading Hot Takes Podcast: Dec. 18, 2017 – The Carolina Black Panthers?

Don’t Call It a Podcast #35 – Best of 2017 featuring @roywoodjr, @rod4short, @Pattric, @SebastianKole


Subscribe to us on: iTunes    Google Play This has really been a phenomenal year for The Kids Wear Crowns, our website has seen new records and heights that we’ve never before achieved, and we owe it all to you. When Ron and A.J. started discussing the idea of a podcast, I was thoroughly excited … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast #35 – Best of 2017 featuring @roywoodjr, @rod4short, @Pattric, @SebastianKole

Don’t Call It a Podcast Ep. 34 – Crying Jordan Face


DOUG JONES WON. DOUG JONES WON. DOUG JONES WON. Got Roy Moore all the way up outta here. AJ, Dee and Joe talk about the results of the Alabama Special Senate Election and why there’s a little more hope now then there was just last week. The importance of Net Neutrality, Michael Jordan’s jeans and … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast Ep. 34 – Crying Jordan Face

Don’t Call It a Podcast #33: Shoutout To Ray Nagin


Sometimes the best episodes are the ones where you didn’t plan anything. Ron couldn’t make it this time, it was a long day for him, but AJ, Ryan, Dee and honorary host Joe Coad got your back! Make sure you follow the blog account and check out our College Football Bowl Season Pick Em competition … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast #33: Shoutout To Ray Nagin

Hot Takes Podcast: December 5, 2017 – College Football Playoff, Coaching Changes, NFL Week 13


The College Football Playoffs are now set! Ryne, Wop and Jordan take a look at the semi-final matchups and potential Championship Matchups. Was Ohio State robbed? Should USC have been in? Where would you rank UCF? With the musical chairs taking place in the coaching ranks at the FBS level, where does everyone land when … Continue reading Hot Takes Podcast: December 5, 2017 – College Football Playoff, Coaching Changes, NFL Week 13

DCIP #32: “6lack pronounced sixlack” – featuring @GlenofSteel, @JoeCoadTwo


So Grammy nominations dropped earlier this week: SZA, Migos, Childish Gambino, Alessia Cara, and 6lack grabbed a few surprising nominations. Are they deserved? Do we think someone else should be in those spots? Who wins which category, which categories will actually make the airtime? Glen from “The GPG Podcast” and Joe Coad from TheArtistGuides.com join … Continue reading DCIP #32: “6lack pronounced sixlack” – featuring @GlenofSteel, @JoeCoadTwo

Don’t Call It a Podcast Ep. 4: Top Disney Cartoons of All-Time (Remastered)


Yo! This is a repost of an earlier podcast episode. I’ve fixed the audio and set it up on our website so that it’ll officially connect to iTunes and Google Player now. Original post is below! Intro Song – Blerd x AJ Phoenix Closing Song – i2i x Tevin Campbell as Powerline iTunes GooglePlayer   … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast Ep. 4: Top Disney Cartoons of All-Time (Remastered)

Don’t Call It a Podcast #5 – The Top 20 Nickelodeon Programs of All-Time


Yo, quick note. This is a remastered version of an old episode that never made it’s way to iTunes. Audio adjusted for your pleasure. Podcast is directly below this quote, original article underneath. Intro Song: Dreams x The Game Closing Song: Lookin For You x OutKast iTunes Google Player THIS EPISODE OF DON’T CALL IT … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast #5 – The Top 20 Nickelodeon Programs of All-Time

Don’t Call This A Podcast #31 – Steppenwolf in the Name of Love: Justice League Review


“They could’ve dropped Justice League first, and then jumped into the origin story films” We’re back like untrimmed nose hairs. This time for what was supposed to be a shorter episode, but eh, whatever. AJ, Ron and Schuyler join up to talk a little “Justice League”, as the latest film in the DCU that hit … Continue reading Don’t Call This A Podcast #31 – Steppenwolf in the Name of Love: Justice League Review

Don’t Call It A Podcast #29 – Introducing @McDeedus, Rapsody, Thor and Pres. Oranjello


It took us 29 podcasts to find a permanent female co-host (don’t worry about Courtney, we didn’t kidnap her, she’s out actually doing some good for the world, she might come back one day) but we did it dagnabit. Dee “McDeedus” McDeederson will be joining the DCIP crew from now on. This way AJ won’t … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast #29 – Introducing @McDeedus, Rapsody, Thor and Pres. Oranjello

Don’t Call It A Podcast #28: “Paid In Full” and other rapper movie treasures


With Kendrick Lamar’s “Good Kid, m.A.A.D City” celebrating its fifth anniversary, Ron and AJ look back on its placement in Hip-Hop lore and how it projected Kendrick Lamar’s career. They also discuss “Paid in Full” reaching the 15-year old milestone and reflect upon other rapper cinematic “Masterpieces” including “State Property”, “Choices” and more. Lemme get … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast #28: “Paid In Full” and other rapper movie treasures

Don’t Call It A Podcast #27 – An Ode to Lupe Fiasco (Rap Bracket 3)


  After waking up from an unexpected nap, Ron joins AJ (remotely, of course) for the conclusion of the Great American Rap Bracket. They also discuss Lupe’s statement about retiring as the greatest lyricist of all time. Intro Song – Super Lupe Rap x Lupe Fiasco Closing Song – No Selling (Uncle Butch Pretending It … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast #27 – An Ode to Lupe Fiasco (Rap Bracket 3)

Hot Takes Podcast (Oct 19, 2017) – Week 7 Picks, Kaepernick Collusion


Wop and Ryne take over the Hot Takes Podcast to give their opinions on Colin Kaepernick’s collusion claim and make their picks game by game for Week 7 in the NFL. Expect Wop and Ryne to carry the Hot Takes Podcast along with Alex from here on out, if you want to be the fourth … Continue reading Hot Takes Podcast (Oct 19, 2017) – Week 7 Picks, Kaepernick Collusion

Don’t Call It A Podcast #26 – The Great American Rap Bracket Pt2 w/ Joe Coad


Ryan, Ron and AJ are joined by Joe and Kyle as they discuss the greatest city in rap

Don’t Call It A Podcast #25 – Rap Madness aka (The Great American Rap Bracket)


After our rants on the Charlottesville episode, we went off on a tangent and started discussing something lighter. That spawned the idea for the Great American Rap Bracket. We will be debated the best hip-hop city in America based on the criteria of 1)Skill 2)Classics 3) Impact 4) Current popularity. This episode debates the first … Continue reading Don’t Call It A Podcast #25 – Rap Madness aka (The Great American Rap Bracket)

Don’t Call It A Podcast #24 – Racial Equality isn’t “Divisive”, Stop It – #TakeAKnee


You’re not upset because the topic is “divisive”, you’re upset because confronting racial inequality makes you incredibly uncomfortable.

Hot Takes Podcast – NFL Week 1 Recap + Power Rankings


Now that Week 1 has concluded, the crew gets together to recap the best and worst performances and share their biggest takes.

Don’t Call It a Podcast #22 – #KeloidTV Creator – Huriyyah Muhammad (@BTF_Collective)


Ron and AJ were fortunate enough to be joined by Keloid creator and producer, Huriyyah Muhammad. Muhammad is a member of the Black TV and Film Collective, a group of indie writers, directors and actors.

Hot Takes Podcast – NFC Preview featuring @CheckTheResume


Ryan and Courtnee struck up a new Hot Takes episode now that the NFL season is looming in the background. We’ve waited 6-7 long months for this. The two are joined by Bryson from the We Bringing Love Back podcast since Alex and Keenan were absent for various reasons. The crew gives their NFC seed … Continue reading Hot Takes Podcast – NFC Preview featuring @CheckTheResume

Hot Takes Podcast: Jay “Meh” Cutler, AFC East and North Preview (DCIP #20)


Ryan, Alex and Courtney talk about the Jay Cutler signing, and Courtney defends it with some sound logic. They also talk about “The Undefeated”s “50 Greatest Black Athletes”, teams offering a 2nd round pick for AJ McCarron and preview the AFC North and AFC East. Please get Tyrod out of Buffalo Note: this episode was … Continue reading Hot Takes Podcast: Jay “Meh” Cutler, AFC East and North Preview (DCIP #20)

Don’t Call It A Podcast #19 – Is Confessions the Greatest Modern R&B Album?


I know Thriller isn’t considered R&B, but it’s the most definitive album in the last 35 years. Who in R&B has done that for the genre since?

Don’t Call It A Podcast #18 – #SDCC – Justice League, 90’s Nick Revival and R.Kelly


There’s a lot to unpack here, but it’s worth a listen.

DCIP/Hot Takes Podcast – Vick is Wrong About Kaepernick; Kirk Cousins vs. Alex Smith, AFC West Preview


It has been a few weeks and we do apologize. The cast of the Hot Takes Podcast has been MIA for a minute for various reasons (Courtnee and his fiancee had a baby, Ryan just got busy and lazy), but we’re back for some HOT FIYAH. This time, Wop is absent from the group, but … Continue reading DCIP/Hot Takes Podcast – Vick is Wrong About Kaepernick; Kirk Cousins vs. Alex Smith, AFC West Preview

Don’t Call It A Podcast #16 – “Spider-Man: Homecoming” Review (SPOILERS)


You know if there’s a new movie or album we gotta react to it. Last month we did a quick turnaround review of “Wonder Woman”. 

This time around we drop our hot takes (no copyright) about Spider-Man: Homecoming, including AJ’s dissenting opinion. Was the movie good? Is this the best Spider-Man film of all-time?

Don’t Call It A Podcast Ep. 2: The Greatest Cartoon Network Cartoons of All-Time Remastered


If you missed this one, this is a throwback to an episode we did earlier this year. Someone published a list of the Greatest Cartoon Network programs of all-time, we thought it was trash, so we gave our spiel. Features Courtney, AJ, Ron and Ryan.

Don’t Call It A Podcast Episode #15 featuring @SebastianKole: The Future of Music & Demise of Record Labels?


Singer-songwriter Sebastian Kole, a native of Birmingham, Alabama, joins the podcast to talk with AJ and Ryan about the future of the music industry. AJ presented a nice little theory last week about how Streaming Services could become the new record companies down the line, and Sebastian tells us how that might not be far from the truth.

Don’t Call It A Podcast #14 – Let’s Get In 4:44mation – Jay-Z’s New Album Discussion


Don’t Call It A Podcast – Ep14 – Let’s Get In 4:44mation – Jay’s album marks an interesting point for rap, it has always been seen as “a young man’s game” and therefore subject to trivial and youthful subject matter outside of discussing one’s circumstances growing up. Jay has pushed an envelope to really start digging into infidelity, admitting one’s mistakes and moving forward with an already established relationship.  While other rappers have made songs that were reflective of this, none have really gone as deep as Shawn has on this latest release. 

Hot Takes Podcast – Kaepernick Retires, CFB Kickoff Preview, AFC South Preview


The Hot Takes crew is back! Ryan, Courtnee and Alex talk about Colin Kaepernick’s “retirement”, and break down who he could have played for. They also talk about the biggest games of College Football’s opening weekend, and begin their NFL Preview by breaking down and predicting the AFC South’s eventual winner!

DCIP Episode 12: What’s A Classic Rap Album? Featuring Joe Hova


Every time a new project drops, it doesn’t take long before Social Media begins to claim that said project is either trash or a classic. It doesn’t matter the artist, it doesn’t matter the context behind the project, it’s always going to get a label, immediately.

Today, we wanted to ask, “what exactly IS a classic album, and how do we define it when it comes to rap?”

Don’t Call It A Podcast Ep. 11 – #NintendoE3 Recap featuring @Courtlizcamp @NoseComplaint & @AVKingJames


Ryan, Courtney and special guests Nate and James breakdown Nintendo’s E3 Presentation. Has the gaming giant won back the masses?

Hot Takes Podcast featuring @AChristianJones and @CourtneeHendrix – NFL Offseason Review


Scorching Hot Takes is BACK! Under a new name and a new format! This time Ryan is joined by my new co-hosts, Courtnee Owen and Alex Jones as they discuss the NFL Offseason so far, including the NFL Draft, why the Falcons should be able to avenge last year’s disaster of a Super Bowl finish, … Continue reading Hot Takes Podcast featuring @AChristianJones and @CourtneeHendrix – NFL Offseason Review

Don’t Call It a Podcast, Ep 9: Wonder Woman Just Saved DCU


Warning: Review and potential spoilers ahead. Ron, AJ and Courtney sat down to discuss and review the latest film in the DC Universe. Do Gal Gadot and company have what it takes to save a fledgling group of film franchises? The answer, to them, is yes, here’s why: Opening Music: “Epic Rap Battles of History: … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast, Ep 9: Wonder Woman Just Saved DCU

Don’t Call It A Podcast Episode 8: “Yo, Let Me Get That Florida Evans Temp Fade”


Sky, Ronnie and Ryan discuss some of the most iconic Black Sitcoms of All-Time. From Sanford and Son all the way to Black-Ish, which Black Sitcoms have had the greatest impact on Black American culture, and shed the most accurate light?

Don’t Call It a Podcast: Why Kanye and Wayne are Overrated


WE BYKE HAPPY FRIDAY PUNKS IT’S ANOTHER EDITION OF DON’T CALL IT A PODCAST. I DON’T KNOW WHY I’M SPEAKING IN CAPS. So, we talk about rappers a lot on twitter, what is rap, what’s legit rap, etc. To me, rap can be done any way you want it to be done, as long as … Continue reading Don’t Call It a Podcast: Why Kanye and Wayne are Overrated

The Greatest Cartoons of All-Time: Grand Finale featuring @Rod4Short


It’s finally time, @Rod4Short joins us to count down what you voted as the GREATEST CARTOONS OF ALL TIME

Don’t Call It A Podcast: Greatest Cartoons of All-Time featuring @roywoodjr


Join Ron, AJ, Courtney, Ryan and our very special guest, THE ROY WOOD JR. They talk about how trash Captain Planet is, whether or not you’d put up with Scrooge McDuck’s abuse, and Titty Missiles. Open up the podcast and join us for an ab workout.

You can find Roy’s Standup Special: “Father Figure” on iTunes, and see bits of it here. You can catch him on The Daily Show, follow him on Twitter at @roywoodjr or visit his website at RoyWoodJr.com