Couldn't be happier to have Nick back in studio this week as we delve into Rick's personal blind spot, old school hip hop. Comedian and rap aficionado Ato Diaba Walker swings by the show to help educate us about one of rap's most influential groups, Outkast, and their 1996 album ATLiens. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, ATLiens (or AT-Liens) is a time capsule of mid 90s hip hop. Pronounce it any way you want, this album is a chill banger full of buttery flows and great beats, and is top to bottom an entire dang mood. Ato also divulges his microdosing schedule, Rick recounts a time he almost died on a ride, and we pay homage to the discman. Rick was completely out of his element here, so thank the gods Nick is back for this episode of Spin Doctors!

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