Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) spend this episode deep in the Drake vs. Kendrick saga, mapping the rounds and naming the songs: Drake’s club-ready bangers and the controversial Taylor Made Freestyle that used AI voices, and Kendrick’s layered responses from “Euphoria” through “616 in LA” and “Meet the Grams.” She pulls apart the lyric receipts and cultural stakes while he traces the production threads — Metro Boomin’s role, the samples that attach meaning, and how these moves refract across fandoms and media. They also call out side stories that matter to the fight: Pusha T’s past bullets, Meg’s stance and boundaries, and the accusations about songwriting appropriation (Dram/Hotline Bling) that keep the conversation messy and newsy.

Beyond the bars, the hosts unpack the bigger ethics questions the feud has surfaced: the use of AI to simulate Tupac and Snoop, what it means to weaponize deceased voices, and how the industry (and fans) police authenticity. They parse how public apologies, family allegations, and PR rollouts shape the narrative as much as the music, and they close by naming specific people and moments listeners should cue up if they want to follow the dispute in real time — then return to a few personal beats (family, hangovers, and the podcast’s Henny-fueled energy) to land the episode.

On this nostalgia-heavy episode Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) take a deep dive through ’90s cultural memory—from the snack aisles filled with Dunkaroos and Doritos to the cinematic impact of Terry McMillan's Waiting to Exhale. She guides the run-through of the decade's pervasive branding, while he keeps bringing the conversation back to the sociological context of the era. They don't just talk about the "vibes," but instead name the specific receipts from the Mike Tyson trial and the ways Bill Cosby was shielded by powerful institutions even during his peak years as "America's Dad."

The conversation refuses to let nostalgia be purely sentimental as they look at the racial politics of the time, specifically calling out the 1993 incident where Ted Danson appeared in blackface with the support of Whoopi Goldberg. They also discuss the deeply disturbing Saint-Michel "Bamboula" biscuit promotional human zoo in France, using these examples to show the contradictions of a decade often remembered as a carefree time. Ode and Mo close by reflecting on the shift in hip-hop during that era, naming Andre 3000’s pivotal 1995 Source Awards speech as a turning point that still dictates the "Snerdy" way they view the genre today.

50 Facts People Forgot About the 90's: https://twitter.com/intelexualmedia/status/1781016507377504517?s=12&t=t4vzoL2nFhQwr0Qm5Vj8AA

On this birthday-centered episode, Ode (⁠⁠⁠@thatsod.e⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠@thatsod_e⁠⁠⁠) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (⁠⁠⁠@licorishislegit⁠⁠⁠) celebrate Mo turning 35 with a celebratory shot of Tito's and some real talk about entering an "eight-year" in numerology. Mo shares his personal goals for the upcoming year—starting with shedding some "baby weight"—while thanking Ode for her role in making his recent birthdays so memorable.

Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) open with casting and spectacles, discussing the reports of Keanu Reeves joining the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 cast as Shadow and what that means for the franchise. They thread that into the fallout from WrestleMania, discussing the shifts in the WWE landscape as Rhea Ripley is forced to relinquish her title due to injury. She names the athletes like Jey Uso who are stepping into the spotlight, and he maps how Damian Priest’s championship run is being handled as the "workhorse" titleholders take center stage.

The discussion then zeroes in on the music industry's latest technological war: Drake’s use of AI Tupac and AI Snoop Dogg for the "Taylor Made Freestyle" in his ongoing beef with Kendrick Lamar. Ode and Mo treat the involvement of Taylor Swift’s release schedule as a named strategic factor in this feud, while also calling out the Chris Brown and Quavo exchange that has Jill Scott speaking out. They finish the episode on a high note by naming specific milestones—Ashanti and Nelly’s pregnancy announcement and the election of J. Jones as Howard University’s first trans HUSA president—weighing the cultural progress against the week's more chaotic headlines.

On this episode Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) break down the headline moments from WrestleMania XL—focusing on Cody Rhodes finally finishing his family’s story while Roman Reigns’s four-year run is dissected for its historical weight. She calls out the presence of black excellence with Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair on the grandest stage, while he parses the in-ring beats of the Damian Priest cash-in and Seth Rollins’ sacrifice. They also name names when it comes to high-profile casting: Dave Bautista’s new turn as a villain in the Avatar: The Last Airbender animated film is discussed as a major move for the actor as he branches out beyond his Marvel legacy.

They pivot to the thornier cultural threads Jerrod Carmichael’s new HBO series has pulled up—including his awkward text exchange with Tyler, the Creator, conversations about colorism in queer dating, and the host’s take on therapy and communication breakdowns. Ode and he call out the Good Times animated reboot by name and lay out why the show’s creative choices were so offensive to the Black community, then move into the real-world tragedy surrounding the Danielle Johnson case and the disturbing signs of mental health crises in influencer culture. They close with a win by celebrating Morgan Price’s historic NCAA title for Fisk University and offering a respectful send-off for the legacy of pioneering artist Faith Ringgold.

On this special birthday edition of Black and Snerdy, Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) welcome a very special guest to the home studio: Mo’s father, Maurice Sr. (affectionately dubbed M2). The trio kicks things off by celebrating M2’s 67th birthday with a breakdown of a high-end birthday meal prepared by Ode, featuring a shrimp and oyster seafood pasta with truffle tomato sauce. After a quick look at M2’s visit to the Brooklyn Museum for the Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz "Giant" exhibit, they dive into a deep, "snardy" analysis of the Academy Award-winning film American Fiction. She and he exchange perspectives with M2 on how the film mirrors their own experiences with Black middle-class family dynamics and the "silent, seething rage" portrayed by Jeffrey Wright.

The discussion anchors on the film’s central critique of "trauma porn" and "struggle porn" in mainstream media, comparing Issa Rae’s character to the real-world popularity of urban fiction and stereotypical narratives. They debate the morality of the protagonist’s "charade" and whether his decision to publish a stereotypical book to pay for his mother’s healthcare constitutes selling his soul. They also explore the film's alternate endings and the cultural significance of Black actors like Denzel Washington and Halle Berry winning Oscars for roles that fit specific white-defined narratives. From the legacy of Octavia Butler to the "code-switching" in Percival Everett’s literature, this episode offers a multi-generational look at Black representation and the various "flavors" of the Black experience.

On this milestone episode of Black and Snerdy, Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) jump headfirst into the high-stakes rap war involving Drake, J. Cole, and Kendrick Lamar. They break down the lyrical fallout from "First Person Shooter," Kendrick’s seismic verse on the Future and Metro Boomin project, and J. Cole’s subsequent EP release and public apology at Dreamville. Between the bars and the beef, she and he analyze the shifting power dynamics in hip-hop and whether these diss tracks are actually moving the needle for the culture.

The conversation shifts to the global impact of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, analyzing her chart-topping achievements and the way she reclaimed country music with guest appearances from Dolly Parton and Post Malone. They also tackle the heavy headlines surrounding the federal raids on Diddy’s properties, discussing the implications for his legacy and the ongoing industry reckoning following the Cassie settlement. From the dissolution of Chance the Rapper’s marriage to the latest Billboard stats, this episode delivers the specific pop culture receipts you need to stay in the loop.

On this episode of Black and Snerdy, Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) mark episode 100 by breaking down a string of headline moments: Lil Nas X’s Montero-era moves and what they signal for pop‑rap, the passages pulled from Britney Spears’ memoir and the cultural reactions they spark, and a sharp look at the Jardiance commercial spot that got everybody talking about ad tactics. She dissects the lyrical and cultural beats while he pokes at the industry mechanics behind those moments, and together they call out what those stories reveal about attention and influence in Black pop culture.

They also dig into the viral Arlington “loaded baked potato” clip and why food‑culture moments blow up online, tie in references to Killers of the Flower Moon as part of the year’s movie conversation, and touch on ongoing industry reckoning as a backdrop to the episode’s highlights. Expect specific examples, named receipts, and a lot of laughs as they name the stories and explain why those headlines matter.

On this episode of Black and Snerdy, Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) react to Andre 3000’s surprise instrumental release, New Blue Sun, and its meditative, frequency‑driven angle — they unpack what an experimental drop like that means for legacy artists. She riffs on the artistic risk while he wonders aloud about audience readiness, then they shift to Snoop Dogg’s announcement about quitting smoke and what health decisions mean for rap icons. The pair also break down the Cassie vs. Diddy lawsuit details raised in the transcript, calling for accountability and naming the specific allegations the episode highlights.

Beyond music, Ode and Mo tackle civic frustrations: NYC budget cuts to libraries and schools show up in the conversation as a concrete cultural concern, and they pause to note the passing and legacy of Rosalind Carter as mentioned in the episode. Between music industry scrutiny and local policy outrage, the hosts keep the focus tight on the named stories and what they reveal about accountability, legacy, and community.

On this episode of Black and Snerdy, Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) open with the Lori Harvey and Damson Idris split, using the breakup to talk about how public relationships age under media pressure. She teases apart the timeline and he explores how celebrity pairings — like the Jennifer Hudson/Common sighting referenced in the episode — are read differently across generations. The hosts then take on the Britney Spears memoir fallout, reacting to Timbaland and Justin Timberlake’s industry responses and what that reveals about power and protection in pop music.

The episode turns serious when they address Kiki Palmer’s restraining order and the allegations around Darius Jackson, centering survivor narratives and legal accountability as the conversation demands sober attention. Ode and Mo also touch on the Jeezy/Jeannie Mai divorce chatter and broader debates about marriage, public image, and cultural expectations, balancing humor with clarity. This one threads celebrity headlines with real conversations about responsibility and reputation.

On this episode of Black and Snerdy, Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) dive into a stacked pop‑culture roundup that starts with Missy Elliott’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame moment and what it means for women in rap. She breaks down the performance highlights while he pulls apart the industry reaction, then they pivot to the Magic Johnson billionaire headlines and unpack athletes‑as‑entrepreneurs. The conversation gets spicy when the hosts tackle the viral OnlyFans/date drama involving Joe Smith and Keisha Travis, using it to riff on dating etiquette and PR spectacle.

They don’t stop there: the duo dissects Flavor Flav’s controversial anthem performance and the DJ Akademiks vs. Saucy Santana exchange, calling out double standards and online call‑outs. Ode and Mo also debate Keith Lee’s critique of Atlanta restaurants and the AfroTech access/price controversy, asking whether cultural events are serving communities or gatekeeping them. Expect sharp takes, laughs, and specific cultural receipts that keep the focus on the stories themselves.