A Pod Named Kickback

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On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, we kick off the New Year with a real conversation about mental calibration, alignment, and why your thoughts, words, and actions have to match if you want real change.

We talk New Year’s goals and plans, break down global power moves involving oil, money, and the U.S. dollar, and dig into celebrity rumors, accountability, and the danger of jumping to conclusions. We also cover the Power universe, the Diggs brothers, and why power never really dies — it just changes form.

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On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu and the squad dive into mental calibration — the connection between what you think, what you say, and what you do… and how aligning those three shapes who you’re becoming. We break down real-life conversations around growth, discipline, and moving like your future self.

We also talk Dave Chappelle and the outrage over his Saudi Arabia comments, separating facts from emotional overreactions. Jacq (J-A-C-Q — spell it right 😤) weighs in as we discuss perception, intention, and people hearing what they w...

“Fuck The Streets” isn’t disrespect—it’s growth.

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu and Jack break down what it really means to evolve when the very mindset that once saved you can destroy the life you’re building now.

We talk about pulling from your future self, not your past survival instincts. About knowing when to put the boat down once it’s gotten you to shore. About why the streets fed us when we were hungry—but can’t raise us when we’re trying...

Tonight’s Kickback gets unconventional — and unfiltered.

Inspired by a Joe Budden Podcast moment, we jump into a heated real-world debate sparked on Facebook: Is a $400 tomahawk steak appropriate on a first date? What started as jokes turned into a serious conversation about dating culture, entitlement, character, and expectations. Is it about affordability… or principle?

The debate spills into the studio as Randy joins the conversation live, with Jacq adding perspective, and we break down what first dates should look like, how men are being judged by spending instead of sub...

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu’ and Jacqui dive into something we all feel but rarely talk about — real connection. Not DMs, not algorithms, not emojis… we’re talking old-school connection. Eye contact. Energy. Physical interaction. Real conversations that mean something.

We dig into how the world has shifted so far into scrolling and swiping that we barely talk anymore — not deeply, not intentionally, not romantically, not platonically. And that’s the real issue: not what the connection is based on, but the fact that most people ain’t connecting at...

No Brakes Nu’ and Jacqui barely made it this week — blame J Lew and that wild Cowboys comeback — but the Kickback crew still pulled up with a tight 20-minute episode.

They break down Netflix’s thriller “All Her Fault,” diving into the twists, misdirections, and the kind of plot tricks that make you question everything you think you saw. Nu’ and Jacqui imagine what life would look like for the characters a year later… ten years later… and how the story would really play out after the credits roll.

Then things take a...

This week on A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu welcomes back Mr. Man Up Monday himself — Randy T — for a powerful conversation on Men’s Mental Health Month.

The crew gets real about what it means to be a man battling silent struggles: from being told “don’t cry” as boys, to unlearning that conditioning as grown men. Nu opens up about his own mental health journey — from dark moments and suicidal thoughts to finding healing through therapy, Tupac’s music, and real support.

They dive into how to show up for t...

When does “just friends” really mean just friends? This week on A Pod Named Kickback, Nu’ and Jacquie (yeah, that’s J-A-C-Q-U-I-E!) dive into the messy truth about the friend zone — why most people waiting there aren’t real friends, and why being “the nice guy” doesn’t entitle you to anything.

From there, the crew flips into a packed Kickback: celebrating SNAP benefits staying intact (and saying fuck Trump for trying to starve the people), breaking down new music from rising artist Chino, and sharing Nu’s Halloween movie review of X — the wild horror flick abou...

No Brakes Nu’ is back after a two-week break — outside on his unc-tivities but locked in with real perspective. We open by honoring JB on the second anniversary of his passing — remembering who he was, the foundation he laid for this show, and the legacy behind his motto: “Get the A.” No settling. No half-effort. Full life.

Then we dig into relationships and purpose: What does it really mean to be equally yoked vs opposites attract? Can you have different beliefs but still align in values and vision? The nuance matters.

We al...

On this episode, we dive into the controversial sentencing of Sean “Diddy” Combs—50 months behind bars for prostitution charges that don’t match the time he received. We break down how he’s being punished for allegations he was already acquitted of, and how the system is weaponizing public perception, power, and payback—especially after his lawsuit against the liquor industry. It’s hard to sympathize with him as a man, but the legal injustice is undeniable.

From there, we get into the ugly online feud between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B—two grown women dragging e...

Nu’ and Jacq hag out with the sip & spill podcast and discuss love, dating and relationships. 

Nu’ and Jacq join the Sip & Spill team to discuss dating and relationships. It’s gets spicy?!

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, Nu and Jacq pull back the curtain and share the real stories that shaped them—growing up in different worlds, facing loss, faith, and constant change, and how those experiences created the voices behind this mic. From Nu’s journey of loss, resilience, and being different in a world that punishes difference, to Jacq’s life as a military kid seeing life through many perspectives, the Kickback Convo gets raw and personal.

Two hangings of young Black men in Mississippi that go unanswered and unexplored. 

Then...

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, Nu’ and Jacq dive into the wild mix of headlines and hard truths. First, we break down the killing of Charlie Kirk — from learning who he was, to unpacking his racist legacy, and why not everyone deserves a “rest in peace.” Then we pivot to the real struggles hitting farmers as tariffs and rising costs push them toward bankruptcy, and what that could mean for the rest of us. We also talk Young Thug’s public apology, the leaked jail calls, and why sometimes private words shouldn’t carry public weight. Plus, is Bud...

This week on A Pod Named Kickback, Nu and Jacq kept it light(ish) with laughs, nostalgia, and a little mess. We kicked things off with the Petty Hall of Fame—what’s the pettiest thing you’ve ever done? From there we compared the old Atlanta vs. new Atlanta (and how Nu saw the same shift from the old D.C. vs. new D.C.), from jumbo slices to Waffle House, from go-go nights to trap anthems.

Then we got into the culture: Young Thug’s court case, pillow talk gone public, and why snit...

This week on A Pod Named Kickback, Nu’ and Jacq bring the journey full circle. From breaking down the amygdala to choosing purpose over pleasure, it all leads to Stoicism—mastering your emotions, living in the now, and walking the steady path to becoming your best self.

We also get into the wild “WTF Story” of Trump’s mysterious disappearance, the snitching chaos in Atlanta’s rap scene and YSL trial, and how history shows it could spiral if egos go unchecked. Plus: Coco vs. Naomi at the U.S. Open, the new Magic City documen...

The inaugural episode of Kickback Travel kicks off with No Brakes Nu’ and special guest Heidi B as she takes us through her solo adventures across Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Milan, Florence, Pisa, Venice, Versailles, and Paris.

From the party life of Mykonos to the postcard beauty of Santorini, Heidi paints the perfect picture of Greece. We explore the culture of Turkey—spice racks, castles, shisha flavors, and the art of bartering—and dive into the romance (and grit) of Paris, where a dinner cruise with the Eiffel Tower as your backdrop is the ul...

On this week’s episode of A Pod Named Kickback, we dove deep into the amygdala—your brain’s biggest liar. Nu broke down how it tricks you into thinking you’re in danger when you’re not, and shared personal therapy lessons and mantras like “I am not in danger right now” and “I did the best I could with the information I had.” We talked about the positive and negative sides of the amygdala, how it ties into relationship trauma, and why healing before you love is just as important as who you love.

From there, w...

This week on A Pod Named Kickback, me and Jacq kicked things off with her Jamaican getaway—specifically, our fascination with why Jamaica’s KFC is hyped as the best in the world. From crispy chicken to secret seasoning theories, we had questions.

We then dove deep into the difference between eudaimonic happiness—that purpose-driven, soul-aligned fulfillment—and hedonic happiness, those quick bursts of pleasure from a drink, smoke, or night out. We broke down why the first one lasts longer and how we can all do a better job chasing it.

On this episode, No Brakes Nu and Jacq pay tribute to the late, great Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who tragically passed in a drowning accident in Costa Rica. Nu opens up about his own near-death experience on a capsized boat during his recent trip—and the blessing of surviving when someone so impactful didn’t. The crew reflects on Warner’s legacy as a good man, a quiet cultural icon, and why real ones deserve to be mourned loudly, publicly, and with love.

Then the convo shifts to the opposite—figures like Hulk Hogan and Neon, who used...

On this emotionally unfiltered episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu’ delivers his most vulnerable session to date. Inspired by the haunting chorus from Clipse’s new track “Birds Don’t Sing”—“they scream in pain”—Nu confronts some of his deepest wounds in real time, shedding real tears on camera for the first time in the podcast’s history.

From the heartbreak of being kept from JB’s kids to the lifelong fracture with his own father, this one isn’t clean or polished—it’s raw, it’s jagged, and it’s real. The Clipse reunion...

No Brakes Nu’ is on fire in this raw, unfiltered episode of A Pod Named Kickback. From Dr. Cheyenne Bryant preaching accountability while playing a man for five years, to RG3 disrespecting Angel Reese with a racist meme—Nu’ holds everybody accountable. This ain’t no gender war—it’s truth time. Why do women defend wrong behavior when they criticize men for the same thing? Why are some women trying so hard to become the very f*ckboys that broke their hearts?

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This week, No Brakes Nu’ and GetFitWithJacq dive into a heavy but necessary conversation. The tragic passing of Young Noble from Tupac’s group, The Outlawz, hit close to home—especially for Nu, who reflects on the pain of losing someone who once inspired him not to give up. From that raw emotion, they shift into a powerful dialogue on mental health, deal breakers in relationships, and why standing on your non-negotiables matters.

They also break down the Diddy case, the murky lines between justice and vendettas, and the chaos of public opinion in the Bl...

Nu' was a panelist with Sip & Spill podcast discussing all things love. It was a great event and we wanted to share a snippet with you. Nu' was joined by returning guest Whitney IG: @whitnichole86 and Kimberly @sassykrb , Carlton IG: @Carlton_Management _Group , Tee @TeeBaby24 (Instagram) Michelle @whoo_ome and a full audience that participated! Enjoy!

On this powerful episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu and GetFitWithJack hold space for a raw and unfiltered conversation in honor of Men’s Mental Health Month. Nu opens up about personal betrayals, mental health struggles, and what it means when your so-called “bros” move funny during your darkest hours.

The convo widens into a deep dive on the importance of therapy, vulnerability, and the misunderstood power of manifestation — not just wishing, but working for what you speak into existence.

Then things heat up as the squad br...

In this week’s episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu' and Get Fit with Jacq take a deep dive into the viral Haley Bailey & DDG situation—specifically unpacking the controversial topic of postpartum depression.

Nu' breaks down his viral social media post and the firestorm that followed: men vs. women, assumptions vs. empathy, and what it really means to support a woman through postpartum when even she may not know she’s struggling.

“It’s not just crying in silence—it can be behavior that’s unsafe, unstable, and unpredictable. So how do we p...

On today’s episode of A Pod Named Kickback, we dive into a powerful Kickback Conversation about becoming your highest self—not by faking it, but by living like the person you want to be right now. This ain’t manifestation talk with no action—this is about shifting your mindset, your decisions, and your energy to match the version of you that’s already leveled up.

Then we get into the Top 5 stories of the week:

• Donald Trump’s wild wave of pardons—Larry Hoover, NBA Youngboy, and the Chrisleys? What’s really going on...

On this powerful new episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu’ is joined by co-host Jacq and special guest Heidi B — whose insight, presence, and perspective elevate the energy in a way that can only be described as a fresh new beginning for the show.

This week’s conversation centers around the importance of knowing when to say goodbye — to people, habits, pain, and even parts of yourself. The crew also dives deep into:

This weeks episode was explosive!! Someone was fired live on the air!! We discuss polyamory and ethical non monogamy, the Rodney Hinton Jr. trial, Mother's day for those without mothers and so much more! This is a legendary episode!! Transistor says this is our actual 300th FULL episode so please enjoy!!

This week we discuss in our inaugural episode of the 1st full season, The Cowboys trade for George Pickens what does that mean for them and the NFC East?  NBA Playoffs and apologies to Tyrese Haliburton, are the Celtics still the favorites? Is the LeBron, KD, Steph days over? Why did Sheduer Sanders drop? Our finals predictions and much more!!

The podcast is BIKE!!! This week our Kickback Conversation was based on the power of belief. Ask, Believe, Receive. We also speak on Shedeur Sanders' draft drop, Shannon Sharpe's controversary, and  Tracee Eliss Ross enters the group chat, plus Target suffers at the hands of the boycott a lot of y’all didn’t even believe in. Plus a special visit from Brittani Sade. WE BIKE Kickbackers!!

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13 years. That’s not just time—it’s a legacy. On this special anniversary episode, No Brakes Nu is joined by Randy T, GetFitWithJacq, and surprise appearances from past hosts and day-one kickbackers for a celebration that hits the soul.

We reflect on the journey—from the pain to the purpose, the frustrations to the funny moments, the losses, the growth, and the love. We honor our brother JB, revisit our favorite episodes, and open up about the real-life challenges behind the mic. This one’s for the ones who never stopped believing—even when it got...

This week we discuss what Trump's latest moves mean to the country, lot of cheating in the public eye when polyamory is an option, Kegel exercises for women and men, Alabama police corruption and white house suppression, a few good shows and a few good songs. 

This week we discuss Kendrick's Superbowl performance and that weak ass game, NBA Allstar weekend, Drake is back asking for hugs and asserting his dominance, Trump's political blunders and how it effects us all. We all share Valentine's Day stories new and old, Our weekly Black Facts for BHM, Ye gets shut down once and for all, RIP Irv Gotti, Jay Z is innocent no thanks to Jaguar Wrong, a complete Harlem breakdown and so much more!!

This week we bring the cast from A Pod Named Kickback and Kickback Sports together to discuss the Luka and AD trade, Trump's first 2 weeks in office which include cancelling and reinstating Black History month, and other atrocities against Black people. Our official Super Bowl preview, and so much more! This episode was jam packed and full of good TV show recommendations!!

This week Nu' shares his Mahommes is more Jordan than LeBron theory which is sure to get folks talking. We preview the Superbowl and discuss how this game will be historic no matter who wins!  Also we debate if any team in the NBA western conference can beat OKC. NBA Free agency and more!

This week we go over Trump's first week in office and his agenda to erase Black history and marginalize our contributions to America. Starting  with destroying DEI and ending Black History month, and removing pillars like The Tuskegee Airmen from military records. We also discuss thriving during Trump's presidency and not succumbing to his BS. TV show Harlem is back and we do our NFL Picks for Championship Sunday.

This week we introduce Kickback Sports, discuss Drake vs LeBron and UMG, Cam vs Jim Jones and what it means to be a real man and carry yourself like one. They all failed. Goals and resolutions for 2025, Cali wild fires, the old rapper renaissance and much more!!

This week we discuss the controversy behind Fat Joe's comments on FBA, Tariq Nasheed and Lord Jamar and the origins of Hip Hop, Jaguar Wright is on the run behind here smear campaign against Jay Z, More orbs are seen this time over Atlanta, What does it mean to be a solid friend? Idiot youtuber films himself spraying bug spray on food in Walmart and gets arrested, Biden's exit strategy and more!