The M.A.K Podcast
This is a continuation of the How R.u.d.e! Podcast. Follow this underground underdog of an artist’s journey to success. Follow the growth, progression, the trails and tribulations of a disenfranchised entertainer alongside with his friends and contemporaries. The MAK Podcast — Too real for the faint-hearted, too funny for the boring.Welcome to The MAK Podcast, the audio equivalent of kicking down the door to a late-night hangout where nobody pretends to behave. It’s music, madness, and mouthy opinions — all thrown into one glorious, unfiltered chaos. Expect Hip-Hop/Rap, R&B, and Alternative tracks that slap, paired wi...
Omertà (ft. Traac)
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The M.A.K Podcast closes out the season the only way we know how—with a heavyweight conversation.
This week we’re joined by the other half of R.u.D.e Music Ent., the one and only Traac, as he sits down alongside Asaad the Artiz for one final episode before the M.A.K Podcast goes on hiatus.
The episode kicks off with Asaad making some powerful final declarations before Kemistree takes the reins with questions for the Humboldt-based rap duo. They disc...
Friendships Are Fragile-Observe (FAFO)
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Before we drop something special, we had to check in with the family.
This episode may be light on topics, but it’s heavy where it counts.
Asaad the Artiz opens the show by reflecting on the unexpected backlash surrounding a recent “Poorly Ran Franchise” segment and wrestles with a tough realization: friendships aren’t always as unbreakable as we believe. It’s an honest conversation about loyalty, perception, and why even the strongest bonds can be more fragile than we think. Trust us—you’ll want to lock in for...
Coloreds Only
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The M.A.K Podcast is back with a different kind of energy.
After a one-week hiatus, Asaad the Artiz and Kemistree return for one of their most mature and introspective conversations to date. Less shock value. More substance.
The episode opens with a vulnerable discussion on emotional intelligence as Asaad reflects on his communication style—realizing that he’s always been better at expressing what he thinks rather than what he feels. Kemistree responds by opening up about her own growth, acknowledging her...
The Uppity Negro
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Episode Breakdown: “The Uppity Negro”
This week, Asaad and Kemistree prove that you don’t always need notes to have a powerful conversation. In this completely freestyle episode, there were no notes, no outline, and nothing written on the board—just two microphones, real chemistry, and authentic dialogue.
The episode opens with a discussion on self-preservation and karma, with both hosts sharing personal experiences that shaped their perspectives.
After the music intro, the conversation shifts to the blockbuster Jaylen B...
Peter Pan Has To Grow Up
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This episode opens on a different note as Asaad & Kemistree take a moment to be transparent and vulnerable. The two discuss the purpose behind the podcast, its mission, what they hope to accomplish, and share some of the biggest lessons they’ve learned so far in 2026.
From there, they jump straight into the culture.
The duo breaks down the Verzuz battle between Pretty Ricky and B2K, giving their honest takes on the performances, nostalgia, and who they believe came out on top. They also dive into new music as As...
Poorly Ran Franchises
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This week, Kemistree and Asaad the Artiz kick things off with a conversation many people can relate to: asking for help. Why do so many of us struggle with it? Is it pride, embarrassment, fear of judgment, or something deeper?
Then it’s time for what might be the most entertaining segment on the podcast as Asaad returns with another unforgettable tale from the chronicles of Delusional Debbie. Trust us—this is a CANT MISS story that had us questioning reality itself.
The duo also takes a moment to send...
Big Bodied Bullies
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This week on The MAK Podcast, Asaad the Artiz and Kemistree kick things off with an unexpected twist—the host finds himself on the receiving end of someone else’s delusion. That’s definitely a first.
From there, the dynamic duo shows major love to the New York Knicks after capturing their second NBA Championship and ending a 53-year title drought. The celebration naturally leads into more NBA talk and basketball debates.
The conversation then shifts to music, where some bold takes spark another edition of Verse Verses—a fan-favo...
Mids & Mudducks
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This week, Asaad the Artiz and Kemistree kick things off by revisiting listener feedback from a previous episode before diving headfirst into a wide-ranging conversation that only The MAK Podcast can deliver.
Before getting into music, the duo take a detour into vasectomies, male birth control, and the realities of reproductive responsibility from a man’s perspective. From there, they break down Jay-Z’s freestyle at The Roots Picnic and ask a controversial question: Is Jay-Z out of touch? That conversation opens the door to even bigger debates about gatekeeping in hip...
Gonna Be A Cold Summer
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This week on the podcast, the vibes were calm but the conversations definitely weren’t. Host Asaad the Artiz came into the episode with a lot of questions on his mind, and cohost Kemistree was more than ready to give her perspective.
The duo tackled everything from the current state of music to the state of the culture itself:
Are “vibes” ruining lyrical rap?Did streaming lower the standard for talent?Why are reaction streamers even a thing?Is representation real progress or just performative?Did luxury culture mental...Bobby Drake Flow
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This episode got a little filler-ish, but Asaad & Kemistree still found plenty to unpack. The duo dives headfirst into Drake’s latest project, Iceman, going track-by-track with reactions, artist notes, production breakdowns, and honest feedback throughout. Somewhere along the way, they pose the ultimate Drake debate: which intro track is really his greatest?
After a quick music break, the conversation shifts gears. The two react to internet food critic Keith Lee saying the number of children he and his wife have is ultimately her decision — and the bizarre incel outrage that foll...
The Incel Pipeline & Cult Mentality
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Asaad & Kemistree confront incel culture, toxic masculinity, and the growing normalization of misogyny online. The two challenge harmful ideologies, ask what’s really causing this shift in men, and discuss how healing, accountability, and rejection all play a role.
Later, after discussing Hulu’s The Cult of Natureboy, the conversation expands into cult psychology, manipulation, and one bigger question: Is modern American society a cult itself?
Toxic Lovers, Lustful Losers & Raw Dog Warriors
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This episode kicks off with pure chaos as Asaad the Artiz admits he’s fallen right back into his toxic ways. What starts as a hilarious confession turns into a full toxic trait reveal session, with both hosts exposing the habits, mindsets, and behaviors they know are red flags. But instead of pretending toxicity is always hated, the conversation flips the narrative and asks the real question: why do people secretly LOVE toxic energy? The intensity, unpredictability, emotional highs, and raw honesty become the center of the debate.
Things get even wi...
A How R.U.D.E Throwback: Doin’ The Most
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A How R.u.D.e Throwback: Doin’ The Most
We’re taking it back to the foundation.
In this special throwback episode, we revisit a classic from around 2020 featuring the original Big 3—Asaad The Artiz, Traac, and Nada Clue. This was a time when everything was uncertain, the world was shut down, and the grind didn’t stop. In the middle of a global pandemic, these artists were navigating the early stages of building their music careers with nothing but vision, hunger, and resilience.
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The Miseducation of Kemistree
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Kemistree steps into the spotlight and takes over the mic, leading listeners through a stream of unfiltered thoughts, bold opinions, and real conversations you didn’t know you needed. Sit back and take it all in as she lets her mind run free.
She dives into everything from Drake’s latest project “Iceman”—is it hitting or missing?—to asking whether Corey Gunz is one of the most underrated talents in the game.
The conversation gets deeper as she reacts to Jada Pinkett Smith’s latest thoughts on happiness and challenges...
In M.A.K We Trust
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In this episode, Asaad The Artiz and Kemistree are back with a raw and unfiltered conversation that sets the tone from the jump. The two open up with real vulnerability—diving into personal growth, internal battles, and the realities of life right now. Asaad reflects on his struggle between speaking his thoughts versus expressing his true feelings, while Kemistree shares her transition into adulthood and navigating the working world.
After the music intro, the conversation shifts as they unpack Jay-Z’s recent GQ interview—sparking a deeper dialogue around capitalism, success, and ho...
Big Poly Poppa
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We picking up right where we left off—recapping last episode’s patriarchy convo before diving headfirst into the real meat of the episode: polyamory vs. monogamy.
This wasn’t surface-level talk either… we got into the nuances, boundaries, emotional discipline, and double standards that come with both lifestyles. Is poly about freedom or confusion? Is monogamy structure or control? We ask the questions people be thinking but don’t always say out loud.
Then we pivot into a cultural convo sparked by Jack Harlow’s “Monica”—breaking down cultural appropria...
Monogamous Maliq
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On this episode of The M.A.K Podcast, Asaad The Artiz sparks a conversation about monogamy following the Dak Prescott engagement split story. The crew also gives Joe Budden his flowers while debating why his rap career wasn’t even bigger despite his lyrical ability. Later, the host reveals his Hate / Hate On list before the episode closes with another round of Delusional or Deserving?
A laid-back episode with relationship talk, music discussion, and classic M.A.K Podcast debates.
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Future-Bombin’ Over Baghdad
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This episode gets spicy from the jump. Asaad The Artiz and Kemistree step into the booth and unpack everything from global politics to modern dating nonsense.
First up, the duo break down the Iran/Israel conflict, digging into the long history behind it and why tensions in the region keep resurfacing. No boring textbook talk here—just real conversation, context, and some honest reactions to what’s happening in the world.
Then the crew dives into the newest dating term that’s been floating around social media: “Future-Bombing.” You know… when...
Beef, BAFTAS & Bad Decisions
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Asaad The Artiz and Kemistree return to the mic with another unapologetic ride through music, culture, and real-life conversations that don’t come with safe answers.
The episode kicks off with hip-hop debates that instantly turn the temperature up — breaking down the T.I. vs 50 Cent “beef,” asking the real question nobody wants to say out loud: Is 50 Cent actually corny… or just strategically petty? The duo also salute T.I.’s kids for standing ten toes behind their mother before shifting into a review of Baby Keem’s Ca$ino and a bigger i...
All Rootin’ For You
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This week the duo clocks in with jokes, heat, and a little righteous smoke.
We kick things off reviewing Netflix’s America’s Next Top Model docuseries — and let’s just say… the nostalgia hits different when you realize how wild that era really was. The duo break down the Tyra Banks legacy, the manipulation, the theatrics, and ask: was it genius television or low-key villain origin story?
From there, it’s straight bars.
We dive into J. Cole’s The Fall Off and unpack whether it lives up to th...
Black Grand National
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Episode Title: Black Grand National
The crew pulls up with another unfiltered session on Black Grand National — a fast-paced, culture-soaked episode where nothing is off limits. We kick things off with a sharp review of this year’s Grammy winners, breaking down the highs, snubs, and what it all means for the state of music. From there the conversation pivots into the swirling controversy around the Epstein emails and Nicki Minaj’s viral Gold Trump Card moment, with the hosts cutting through the noise with wit and perspective.
The energy...
Ethical Communicator Pt. 2 (ft. The Safe Space)
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Ethical Communicator Pt. 2
In Ethical Communicator Pt. 2, the crew keeps it mostly tongue-in-cheek while still stepping on a few landmines. We kick things off by welcoming The Safe Space—Julio, Jose, & Eric—into the building, setting the tone for a wild but honest conversation.
At the top of the pod, the hosts revisit the brief (and very unjust 👀) appearance in “Are We Dating The Same Guy: Humboldt Edition”, which sparks the fellas sharing their own experiences with the group. That naturally opens the floodgates to a bigger question: Why are women f...
Ethical Communicator
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Ethical Communicator
Power, platforms, and public receipts—nothing’s off-limits.
The M.A.K Podcast soft-launches into 2026 with Ethical Communicator, an episode that opens in uncomfortable territory and never apologizes for it.
In the first half hour, the duo dives straight into real-world tension—reacting to the arrest of Venezuela’s president and recent ICE shootings—breaking down how authority, violence, and media narratives collide. That momentum leads into a bold question most creators won’t touch: has social media officially outlived its usefulness, or are we just...
The Gift That Keeps On Giving
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🎁 The Gift That Keeps On Giving
In this holiday-fueled episode of The M.A.K Podcast, Asaad The Artiz kicks things off airing out his latest dating frustrations straight from the wilds of Humboldt County—and somehow that spirals into a very real conversation about parenting boundaries. The big question on the table:
👉 Should single parents wait at least a year before introducing a new partner to their kids?
From there, Asaad and Kemistree tap into the holiday spirit, breaking down what Christmas actually means to them—beyond gif...
A How R.u.d.e Throwback: Highway Traffic
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Back when podcasts didn’t have “brands”… just opinions, bad audio, and a dream. We pull up a How R.U.D.E. Podcast vault classic from 2021 featuring DJ Pressure, local emcee Hiway, and Kemistree — real traffic, no GPS. This episode is straight raw convo as we weave through politics in music, cultural exchanges, breaking musical barriers, and the everyday chaos of trying to make art without losing your mind (or your integrity). This one’s gritty, unpolished, and allergic to PR statements. The type of episode that would get “shadowbanned” today for being too honest...
Choices and Decisions
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Every choice comes with consequences—and this episode doesn’t dodge any of them.
Asaad the Artiz & Kemistree tap in for a wide-ranging conversation that moves between faith, culture, family dynamics, music, and unapologetic hot takes. From questioning belief systems to debating rap royalty, Choices & Decisions is all about the moments that shape who we become—whether we’re ready for them or not.
In this episode, we break down:
The fallout of doing Christian hip-hop and being labeled a “Jesus Freak”Is there actual truth in religion—or just interp...Right Timing
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Episode Title: Right Timing
This week on The M.A.K Podcast, we step into the chaos of culture, controversy, and questionable life choices — all in the right timing. From dissecting the Male Loneliness Epidemic to side-eyeing serial monogamy culture, we unpack why everybody wants love… but nobody wants to sit still long enough to earn it.
We tap into Kevin McCall’s latest interview and the unraveling of a career that had star potential but got lost in the industry maze. Speaking of industry mess — we get into...
FCC Regulated
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On this episode of The M.A.K Podcast, we’re turning the dial all the way up. We kick things off by breaking down the ongoing push to dismantle the Department of Education — what’s behind it, who’s driving it, and what it could mean for the future of students nationwide.
Then we shift gears and ask a big question with even bigger consequences: Can capitalism survive another 50 years, or are we watching the early cracks in the foundation?
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It’s A Bro Pod Pt. 2 (ft. The Safe Space)
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And we’re back! Before transitioning to FCC airwaves (s/o to Humboldt Hot Air) we at The M.A.K Podcast are down to our last few NSFW content for your entertainment. So with that said we got another BROOOO POOOOODDD. The Safe Space is back again with the nonsense. So tune in as Asaad The Artiz and his cohorts discuss the following.
*DEI and Self Inflicted Racism
*Current Political Climate.
*Brief Grammy takeaways
* Is Beyoncé a country artist?
*Polyamory vs Monogamy
*Top...
One On One Pt. 2 (MAK's PSA)
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This is a quick one, yall! Shoutout to Humboldt Hot Air for officially being an FM radio station! With that said theres some potentially bad news for the future of The M.A.K Podcast. Tune in as Asaad the Artiz breaks it down for y'all! Is this the LAST episode? Are we going to go out guns a'blazing? Is this the END? Find out next time on Dragonb.....
It's A Bro Pod (ft. The Safe Space)
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You know what it issssss!! Your new favorite podcast is back at it again! Ok so off top nothing but machismo and bravado throughout this whole episode. So you know what that means…. IT’S A BROOOOOOO POOOOOOODDDD. Join Asaad the Artiz as he brings in a brother he’s known since ‘05 and a couple of good homies on their first podcast ever! That’s what we do here @ The MAK Podcast. This is a safe space, right? Ok cool. So tune in as the fellas discuss the following.
*Jimmy Butler’s child suppo...
Human Resources
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Welcome back to your new favorite podcast! Tune in as Asaad & Kemistree chop it up over the following.
*Thoughts & Prayers to LA
*FS1 Lawsuit
*Sex in the workplace
*Power dynamics
*Why 1.5 Million Dollars, tho?
*Meg & Tory latest
And much more! Tune in and Tap in, per usual @thamakpodcast & @rudemusicent. Enjoy the show!
Sex & Education (ft. Area Sound & Heady Betty)
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Welcome to the first episode of 2025! Okay so we have read the reviews and comments and thank yall so much for the continued love and support! We gonna to apply all that we have learned in due time but right now we still experimenting! So we ask what kind of show we’ll have if we combine rappin’ educators and a sex workin’ porn actress together. Look no further we got that combination right here at The M.A.K Podcast. You’re gonna have to hit play hear the shenanigans going on over her...
One On One (M.A.K's PSA)
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Solo dolo on this episode, yall. Don’t tune out just yet, tho! Ya man’s @_onlyasaad got some things on his mind, highkey. Tap in as he addresses the following.
* Giving Kemistree her flowers. Stop playing wit her!
* Goals and visions of The M.A.K Podcast’s future.
*What kind of conversations y’all really want to have?
*”Helping” shouldn’t come with conditions.
*Addressing some comments about the show and the host’s character.
* 2025 Expectations.
And a few more things 😌. Tap in with us @thamakpodcast...
We Removed Your Content (ft. DJ Pressure)
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We recorded this live and let’s just say someone didn’t like what was said. Fam, this is for ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES, lmao. What we talked about?
-Hov’s lawsuit (again)
-Travis Hunter and his fiancé
-Revisted Remy Ma & Pap
-The movie Subservience
-Expanding Local art and culture
And much much more! Come find out what got us banned cause I’m curious too. Were we wilding? Or just speaking facts? @thamakpodcast on IG give us a follow & review.
Everybody Knows I'm a Mf'n Mon....
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It’s your new favorite podcast back at it again! @_onlyasaad, @ kemistree2cg and @hiet877 hitting y’all with hot takes on various topics. Yeah we could do a whole breakdown of this episode but is The M.A.K Podcast so you already know it’s going to be entertaining. Hit play, laugh, think, and dig deep (pause) with yo homies. Follow @themakpodcast & @rudemusicent to be up to date with the latest from your new favorite podcast
Litigations & Allegations
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Welcome back to your favorite new podcast! You already know what it is! It’s @_onlyasaad & @kemistree2cg talking the usual isshhh for entertainment purposes only. Tune in as the two discuss the following.
- The lawsuit heard around the world. Drake’s litigation.
-Stop buying bots
-The surprise mixtape drop of the year. Kung Fu Kenny with the crane kick.
-Why you put your life in weird n*ggas hands?
-Private but not innocent?
-Kemistree’s Dating Tips
And much much more.
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Kemistree's Class Pt. 3
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If you know, you know! It’s a Kemistree session lowkey. Tune in as your new favorite podcasters discuss the following.
*Jake Paul/Mike Tyson review
*Tyrese Crashing Out
*Katt Williams “un-aliving careers”
*What Would You Do If You Had a Bag?
* Kemistree’s Konspiracies
*Kemistree’s Questionnaire
*Is Cheating A DealBreaker?
And much much more! Follow @themakpodcast on all social platforms, for more content. Like, share, follow & subscribe!
The Results Are In
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Back from a brief hiatus, yall! Just the dynamic duo on this one @_onlyasaad & @kemistree2cg. The two discusses the following.
*Election Results 2024
*Tyson vs Paul
*NEW MUSIC ANNOUNCEMENT
And we introduce a new segment of the show called "Kemistree Test" where the questions be questioning. Trust me this is a good one.
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Nah, That's Just Crazy. (ft. Jamon Jamison)
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This one is all the way turnt up. Ft @jamon_jamison.
Topics:
*Laced baby oil is insane.
*The power of honey packs.
*Auntie Kamala trying to rescue ni**as.
*T.I. Is off the damn stage
*Richard Pryor vs Katt Williams?
*Mt. Rushmore of rappers
*My Dark Twisted Beautiful Fantasy vs The Black Album
*Top 50 Verses: Numbers 30-21
And much much more! Follow @themakpodcast and enjoy the show!
