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In this episode of With That Being Said, J.R. Bang brings on longtime friend and hip-hop sparring partner Camp From The Port to revisit their decades-long Jay-Z vs. Nas debates and give Nas his flowers through a focused conversation on Nas’s most underrated records. They each share their origin stories as fans—Camp initially turning off “The World Is Yours” on TV before eventually becoming a lifelong Nas listener, and J.R. coming in as a die-hard Jay-Z defender who grew up arguing Hov vs. Esco in high school and college.

 From there, they get into...

- Built Different: Chicago White Sox rebuild picks up speed. - 1:25
- Braves lose Strider, Will they make a move? - 12:32
- Rangers Revival: The road to .500 - 19:25

On the first episode of the With That Being Said Podcast, host J.R. Bang is joined by Miriam Dixon, creator of “The Road To 40 and Beyond” and “Mimi’s Tease,” for a deep dive into the craziest TV shows and movies they’ve ever seen. Together, they unpack Miriam’s journey to 40, how her love of TV and film shaped her podcasts, and why dark storytelling hits different as you get older. Then they test their limits with suspense and horror, from psychological thrillers like Obsession and Cape Fear on Apple TV to classic nightmares like A Nightmare on Elm Street...

- CBA Talk officially underway; Are we going to lose 2027? - 2:40
- Early Trade Market Talk - 16:50
- Braves are a machine Again - 24:26

Arsenal Football Club are Premier League Champions......nuff said 

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Drake dropped THREE albums in one weekend — Iceman, Maid of Honour, and Habibti — reportedly to get out of his UMG deal, and we're reviewing all three! Is Drake back or are the albums mid? We're keeping it honest — no tribalism allowed.

Then the NBA Conference Finals are HERE and we can't sleep on these games. Victor Wembanyama just put up 41 points, 24 rebounds in 49 minutes in a double-OT Game 1 WIN over OKC — making history as the youngest player ever with 40+ pts and 20+ reb in a playoff game. How great can Wemby be? Can the New York Knicks win the NBA...

WWE Backlash is in the books, and we've got a packed episode breaking it all down! Roman Reigns defeated Jacob Fatu in what might be the most important match of 2026 — but is Fatu actually the monster heel WWE needs, or is he a tweener that loses his edge the more we see him? We compare him to legends like Vader and Umaga to figure out where he fits. 

Then we dive into the John Cena Classic — a fan-voted PLE pitting NXT vs. the main roster with a brand-new title on the line. Sounds cool, but the details are t...

Scott & Flows go over the Bears official 2026 schedule, the Bears getting a ton of primetime games, focusing on being better in the division & what are the most anticipated games on the schedule? 

On this episode of the Some Dude… Pod, Mike B and J.R. Bang break down Netflix’s “Roast of Kevin Hart” and ask if there is such a thing as jokes going too far or if people forgot what a roast is supposed to be. They debate whether roasts should even be televised in an era where every clip goes viral and context gets lost. Then they tap into the Druski and Erika Kirk controversy and how satire, “punching up,” and politics collide online today.

From there, the guys run through some classic career moments like Chance the R...

Scott recaps a crazy day for The Arsenal & how they are dangerously close from becoming Premier League champions & all the backlash from the VAR decision.

Summertime Chi Heats Up - 4:00
- Cubs on Fire while White Sox slowly climb
Texas Drought - 22:05
- Astros and Rangers championship window's all but closed.
Early Trade Market - 31:00
Braves vs Cubs NL showdown - 42:42

Scott & Flows are back to recap the Bears draft class, what their feelings are on the team's direction, grading the draft picks & they ask the questions do you blindly trust Ben Johnson? and is this team better than last season?

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On this episode of the Some Dude… Pod, Mike B and J.R. Bang ask a simple question: are we really telling the truth about the new Michael Jackson movie? Bang explains why he liked the film “for what it was” while still breaking down what could have been better, how the story was told, and if a part 2 is even necessary. Mike gives his full thoughts on the biopic, from the performances to the music choices, and the guys debate what a truly honest Michael movie should look like. 

From there, they tap in on the Sean Ma...

Scott is back to recap a crazy matchweek 35 in the Premier League, the crazy City/Everton game which lead to Arsenal being back in the title race driving seat, has Bukayo Saka gotten his swagger back? plus Spurs might actually survive relegation? and a preview of the Champions League semi final second legs starting tonight in North London.

Braves streaking, NL East stinking - 2:00 The Murakami Experience; K’s/Walks/Homers - 18:50 OPS vs BA conversation The Ohtani conundrum - 36:45 Should Shohei count for two roster spots MLB expansion talk re-emerges - 41:30

Pierce Rob and Chris recap WrestleMania 42 in Vegas, the recent swarm of releases, and what's going on in All Elite Wrestling

Scott is joined by the homie Tosin of Shirtless Plantain Show to discuss the Premier League title race shootout between Arsenal & Man City, do Arsenal fans have the stomach to make it through the next month & why does the general public not really care about Man City as a football club? plus the two discuss the horror state of Chelsea Football Club, the relegation battle between West Ham & Tottenham & a preview of this weeks Champions League Semi-Final first legs.

The First Black Champ Podcast breaks down a wild week in WWE, starting with the shocking wave of roster releases that saw major names like Aleister Black, Zelina Vega, Kairi Sane, Santos Escobar, and members of the Wyatt Six let go. What does this mean for WWE’s direction and who lands on their feet next?

We also dive deep into WrestleMania’s biggest moments across both nights. From Cody Rhodes retaining against Randy Orton to Roman Reigns reclaiming dominance over CM Punk, the landscape of WWE has shifted dramatically. Breakout performances from Jacob Fatu, Oba Femi, Tric...

Scott recaps a very humbling weekend for the Gunners, how realistic is it that they still win the Premier League? & much more.

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Scott recaps last night's Champions League quarterfinals second legs, thoughts on Arsenal heading into the huge potential title decider at the Eithad on Sunday, Real Madrid's issues & who will be the two teams to face off in Budapest for the Final?

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This week, Mike has a bone to pick with the “Respectfully Dude” — and the crew breaks down who really deserves respect in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Was New Edition snubbed again? Do the Hall voters even like Mariah Carey? And why do we struggle to support our own Black music halls and museums?

The fellas also dive into the hype around the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic — could this be the biggest music film ever?

Plus, a quick TV rundown:

🔥 DragonBall Z rewatch discussion

🍿 Imperfect Women review

🦸‍♂️ The wild new season of The...

Scott is joined by the homie & Grammy nominated producer White Gold to recap his Manchester United's loss to Leeds, whether or not the Red Devils should keep Michael Carrick, what's the problem over at Arsenal? Champions League talk & some randomness! 

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WrestleMania 42 Weekend is stacked... or is it? From the Usos & LA Knight vs. Logan Paul’s squad to CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns, we break down every match and story. Can Oba Femi shock Brock Lesnar? Will the women steal the show on Saturday? Plus, title shots, surprise turns, and the possible end of Pat McAfee’s wrestling run! Let’s talk WWE’s biggest event of the year—has TKO lost the plot or perfected it?

The Trio is back to talk MLB for a quick 30 minute roundtable.
Mets lose Soto for a spell. (2:20)
Our early takes on ABS. (10:45)
Is Drake Baldwin a superstar? (21:50)
Malik speaks on pitching matchups in Texas (25:40)
Is Luis Robert Jr Fixed? (29:10)

n Episode 227 of #SomeDudePod, J.R. Bang and company dive deep into the funniest and pettiest media beefs lighting up the timeline — from Stephen A. Smith’s spats with Matt Barnes, Jason Whitlock, and Michelle Beadle, to Cam Newton and Ryan Clark throwing shade in the podcast streets. The crew also talks classic TV rewatches like Game of Thrones, Sliders, and Three’s Company, plus which old-school shows still hit today. Then it’s all Chicago vibes — what’s really going on with the Bulls’ front office, and can they ever win big again with the

Pat McAfee Wants To Save Wrestling? Or is he just saving TKO’s bottom line? On Episode 443 of the First Black Champ podcast, we break down McAfee inserting himself into Randy Orton vs Cody Rhodes on the road to WrestleMania and why reports say this was a TKO‑ordered move tied to WWE’s ESPN partnership. We also talk about Ari Emanuel trying to turn McAfee into the next Sylvester Stallone, how Hollywood ambitions could reshape his WWE role, and why some in the company think this is the wrong kind of “heat.”

Then we jump back to WWF Sup...

Dante, Syd and Malik are back to break down Opening Week of the MLB season and give you a preview of what to expect this season. 

- Can the Dodgers Three-Peat? (2:10)
- How large will the learning curve be for Tony Vitello? (6:13)
- Teams/Players we are locked in on? (12:50)
- Is the lockout/salary cap inevitable? (18:40)
- WBC Recap (29:18)
- Coverage Roundtable (43:11)

In this episode, we dive into the cultural moments impacting our community right now—from a much-needed mental health check to Jaden Ivey's unexpected issues with the Chicago Bulls, and the evolution of massive music rollouts featuring Jay-Z, J. Cole, and Jack Harlow. Join our community as we unpack the conversations shaping our culture today!
We kick things off by checking in on everyone's mental well-being, because empowering our community starts from within. Then, we break down Jaden Ivey's release from the Chicago Bulls and the rumors surrounding it. Are the underlying issues deeper than basketball?
Next, we sh...

Scott & Flows recap free agency, where the Bears are in the regression candidates list & what should be the faith level in Ryan Poles?

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Who’s the real leader of The Bloodline: Roman Reigns or Jey Uso? Cam and J.R. break down the latest WWE drama, from WrestleMania builds to Sami Zayn’s U.S. Title win and Jelly Roll’s WWE run.

They talk classic WWF Superstars with Macho Man, Demolition, Jake “The Snake” Roberts, Bad News Brown, plus Hall of Fame legacy talk and every WrestleMania match we actually care about.

Scott, Bang & Dante are back to discuss the Bears claiming they're broke, are the the biggest regression candidate for next season? Maxx Crosby airs out the Ravens, Cade Cunningham brutal injury, are the White Sox getting a new stadium? and much more.

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We rewind to WWF Superstars (1987) and the build to WrestleMania III, then break down modern WWE drama — from Randy Orton vs. Cody Rhodes and CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns to Oba Femi’s rise and the latest “Do We Care?” headlines. The ultimate mix of wrestling nostalgia, WWE analysis, and WrestleMania talk.

Pierce Rob and Chris chat about the road to WrestleMania - from Cody Rhodes defending the WWE title against Randy Orton, to CM Punk and Roman Reigns for the World title, and the beef between Rhea Ripley and Jade Cargill.

This week on the show Scott & Bang are joined by Mariano as the trio recap a big week of roster moves from the Bears with Drew Dalman retiring & DJ Moore being traded, the guys also talk about the state of Mari's New York Giants plus what does Ryan Poles have up his sleeve for next week & why on earth is Jayson Tatum playing this season?

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Dive into this action-packed episode as we dissect the latest in WWE! Bronson Reed joins the injured list alongside Bron Breakker and Seth Rollins, while the Mystery Attacker storyline leaves us questioning its conclusion. We debate the Vision with Logan Paul and Austin Theory—does anyone care? Plus, a heated discussion on the worst Mystery Man reveal: The Black Scorpion or the Man in Black?

Jey Uso faces a shocking attack—who’s behind it? And who deserves a spot in the Elimination Chamber: Drew McIntyre or Logan Paul? Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky lose the Women’s Tag Ti...

THE NEW & IMPROVED I'M NOT GON HOLD YOU IS HERE! SCOTT, BANG & DANTE GIVE THEIR TAKES ON RYAN POLES' NFL COMBINE PRESS CONFERENCE & DID HIS COMMENTS SIGNAL THE END OF THE DJ MOORE ERA IN CHICAGO? THE BEARS & THE STATE OF ILLINOIS STILL ARGUING LIKE A COUPLE ON IT'S LAST LEGS BUT IS THERE STILL HOPE FOR THE BELOVED TO STAY IN THE STATE? COULD TRENT WILLIAMS BE A BEAR? AARON RODGERS BACK TO THE NFC NORTH? & MUCH MUCH MORE!

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TKO panics over WrestleMania 42's sluggish ticket sales—from $266 nosebleeds to $8,998 floor seats and $46k VIP packages—blamed on high prices, Vegas tourism dips, and U.S. travel hesitations by foreigners, per Dave Meltzer. Is creative failing or economics at play? TKO turning WWE into UFC 2.0? CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns main event buzz.

Elimination Chamber Hype: Punk (c) vs. Finn Bálor (heel or face?), Becky Lynch (c) vs. AJ Lee (Mania rematch?), Stratton/Ripley/Bliss/TBD qualifiers. Men's chaos: Orton/Knight/Rhodes/Evans/Williams/TBD. Winners?

Kevin Nash slams Je’Von Evans as "too...

This week on the show Scott & Bang discuss the latest updates in the Bears quest to build a new stadium, fan outrage about a possible Indiana move, Caleb Willams was on Maxx Crosby's podcast to recruit? Why we should take Stephen A Smith's presidential run seriously & much more!

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On this weeks episode of RAOP we chop it up about the sad Rickea Jackson situation, one of the most boring Super Bowl games, J. Cole trappin out the trunk, old rappers (Ja Rule, Tony Yayo & Uncle Murda) almost getting put on the No Fly List and a ton more.