Bars, Rhymes & Life

This week we check out PRIDE by Kendrick Lamar. Abhi reflects on the dangers of too much pride, while Alan talks about broken promises in politics.

This week we check out 'Listen to my Album' by Marlon Craft. Abhi talks about the algorithms that influence us. Alan explains what privilege means to him.

This week we check out Fumes by Aesop Rock. Alan discovers the motivational power of Newton's first law, while Abhi marvels at Aesop's ability to turn the mundane into the sublime. 

This week we check out Due Process by Lone Catalysts. Alan asks what makes a 'classic' car classic. And Abhi remembers the days of cassette tapes and mini-disk players.

This week we check out Neighbors by J.Cole. Alan finds out how much it costs to go to an Ivy League school. Abhi imagines what life would be like if Will Smith was a rapper.

This week we listen to Reality Check by Binary Star. Alan reflects on being a bad student who grew up to love learning. And Abhi tries not to boil the ocean.

This week we check out Gone Gone / Thank You, from Tyler, The Creator's brilliant album, IGOR. Alan shares his nightmares, while Abhi sets a BRL timestamp on getting over a breakup.

This week we check out Rock Co.Kane Flow by De La Soul ft MF DOOM. Abhi talks about the struggle of staying relevant, while Alan looks to DOOM for motivation.

This week we check out Which Side Are You On by B.Dolan. Alan talks about the origins of hip-hop, and Abhi learns some lessons from the Caped Crusader.

This week we check out seemingly prophetic Streets On Fire by Lupe Fiasco.

Abhi shares why he always tries to live by a code. Alan discusses the trade-off between personal freedom and public good.