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Eddin rejoins the show fresh off a trip to Puerto Rico with Bad Bunny stories, green-card marriage jokes, and more (1:07). SaVon and Alex then announce a giveaway for listeners and plug a new Patreon-exclusive episode (15:12) before debating if bachelor's degrees still matter, the value of networking, retail grind struggles, trade paths, and how chasing virality can damage long-term growth (21:46). Next, Bryson Tiller's comments about hating fame, preferring writing/game design, and why artists should do media (35:28). A heated debate follows on Beyoncé's producer credit, ghostwriting in hip-hop, and how to classify Drake among lyricists vs. artists (46:24). The crew then breaks down Complex's "Best Rappers in Their 20s," from Cash Cobain and G Herbo to Rod Wave and Sexy Redd (57:43), including the viral CIA conspiracy around Agent Bow Bow (1:02:12). SaVon has Eddin and Alex guess the top ten artists with the most songs on Spotify with over a billion streams (1:24:00), and the episode closes with Drake and Bobbi Althoff's new podcast trailer and a discussion on Drake's relationship with Hip-Hop media (1:34:43).

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Yassy is back and kicks things off with hood news and her latest round of "market research" on nightlife and dating. From there, the crew tackles emotional vs. physical cheating, relationship dealbreakers, and viral Red Pill & Chill questions on sex, money, and insecurities (8:51). Next, Jermaine Dupri's appearance on The Joe Budden Podcast sparks debate on marketability and legacy and whether Chris Brown should ever be compared to Michael Jackson, with Usher, Nepo babies, and marriage advice also in the mix (27:31). The conversation shifts to Jim Jones' sit-down with Fivio Foreign, and the generational divide on Nas' legacy (54:18). Later, the trio unpacks a list music-exec salaries (1:07:54), the Ozempic lawsuits, and how social media fuels body image pressure (1:13:46). They also weigh in on the song of the summer debate (1:29:08), Tyla's likability (1:32:16), what they would legalize if they became President (1:42:24), and much more!

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Alex kicks this inaugural Monday episode off by asking SaVon if he needs glasses before SaVon breaks down his version of a "vision test" (0:00) and the guys joke about Neil deGrasse Tyson's take on human intelligence and the idea that aliens are pulling up to Earth (07:29). Next, the Hollywood Reporter's Podcast Power Players 2025 list sparks discussion on Joe Budden's placement, Alex Cooper's rise, Tony Hinchcliffe's crossover, Charlamagne's recognition as an executive, and more (11:30). From there, the guys give their thoughts on Chris Brown's "Breezy Bowl" tour (29:25) and unpack new developments in the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar legal fallout with UMG and Lucian Grainge (35:00). They close with a music-heavy run highlighting Chance the Rapper's new album' Star Line' (1:08:45), Cardi B's latest single "Imaginary Playerz" and the Jay-Z sample(1:27:25), and much more!

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Nyla Symone returns to the pod with a hilarious DMV story before SaVon recaps his vacation and gets roasted for his "eggs, ATVs, boats & hookah" Instagram habits (0:00). Next, the discussion turns to Gunna's 'The Last Wun,' unpacking its high-profile Afrobeats features, familiar-sounding production, and the possibility of a shifting fanbase (11:09). The conversation shifts to JID's 'God Does Like Ugly,' highlighting concise sequencing, intentional pacing, standout features, and its Album of the Year candidacy (32:53). The crew also discusses J. Cole ending Dreamville's partnership with UMG and his decision to split profits with the entire roster, whether Cole could headline a Super Bowl halftime show (53:25), Bryson Tiller's 'The Vices' (1:03:43), Tyla's 'WWP' netting less than 4K first week sales (1:30:14), and much more!

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SaVon and Alex kick off with personal stories about summer burnout, traffic woes, and the luxury (and limitations) of car AC. They then dig into a viral tweet that reshaped how they view their creative identity (6:00) before breaking down how DEI rollbacks have dried up podcast ad money and shifted the media landscape (12:42). From there, they react to Diddy being denied bond while awaiting sentencing (23:42), discuss the downfall of Salt Bae, and revisit Dame Dash's legacy—asking whether pride cost him long-term sustainability (38:10). Next, they speak on Bobbi Althoff announcing the end of her podcast and question if her platform was ever built to last (45:32), then tackle the randomness of Gillie vs. Johnny Manziel (55:06) and Nicki Minaj vs. Dez Bryant (1:01:05). They close with a review of Metro Boomin's 'A Futuristic Summa' and what it says about regionalism in Hip-Hop (1:09:45), Bas' latest project and the state of his relationship with Dreamville (1:26:05), and much more!

The team also announces a major update: Starting August 18, the Need to Know Podcast will now drop episodes every Monday and Thursday! More episodes, more commentary, and more reasons to tap in. Don't miss it!

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This week on the Need to Know Podcast, Eddin returns to stir the pot with unfiltered takes and constant laughs. The guys kick things off by calling each other out—Who's the real diva of the squad?—before diving into Magic Johnson's nickname, nostalgic pet mishaps, and the physics of shoe sizes and swollen feet (1:00). Next, they break down the viral Nicki Minaj challenge, other TikTok trends, and the new Tea App controversy (12:08). Then it's all about Complex's Hip-Hop Media Power Rankings (32:56). The gang debates who deserves the top spots, why specific names rose or fell, what constitutes "Hip-Hop media" and other selection criteria, and more. They also discuss Tyler, The Creator's DON'T TAP THE GLASS (2:01:56), Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist's Alfredo 2 (2:10:06), the legacy of the late Malcolm Jamal Warner (2:23:49), and much more!

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This week, we're hitting the rewind and looking back at some of the most iconic Need to Know moments over the last few years, with appearances from Joe Budden, Mandii B, Mero & more!

Relive the classics. Laugh again. Catch up on what you might've missed.

1:08 - Episode 302

10:47 - Joe Budden - Episode 232

22:24 - Elliott Wilson - Episode 222

36:30 - The Kid Mero - Episode 313

57:58 - Episode 303

1:01:56 - Mandii B - Episode 273

1:11:12 - Ish - Episode 221

1:30:20 - Rainey - Episode 312

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This week on the Need to Know Podcast, Yassy returns as the crew dives into rap's biggest drops, messy beefs, and viral moments. They revisit the Pusha T vs. Jim Jones saga (1:51) before breaking down Clipse's new album Let God Sort Em Out — unpacking Pusha T and Malice's raw verses, Pharrell's production, Kendrick Lamar's feature, and their classic press run (14:55). Next up, Drake's UK drama heats up after his three-night Wireless Fest run sparks debate when he claims UK rappers out-rap Americans (50:14) — leading to critiques of the scene and a mention of the Skepta vs. Joyner Lucas rift (56:38). The crew also reacts to Justin Bieber's surprise SWAG drop (1:12:00), Drake's What Did I Miss charting at #2 (1:26:42), JackBoys 2 (1:38:01), and the wild story of unreleased Beyoncé music being stolen in Atlanta (1:45:35), and plenty more!

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This week on the Need to Know Podcast, Savon steps into his "Councilman Von" era (00:30) — breaking down how he's mentoring college interns at Need to Know Studios while chasing side quests like a real-life GTA mission game (02:15).

At (14:15), they dive into Drake's "What Did I Miss?" — from the icy backroom stream to the Chuck Liddell "Iceman" comeback theory (20:00). They unpack the LeBron, The Weeknd, and Kendrick subs (25:30) and debate if Drake's "Scorned GOAT" energy is playing itself out.

Next, it's Pusha T vs. Travis Scott — from Pusha's slick shots to Travis's weak clapback, and why not every rapper should die on the lyrical hill just because fans want it (56:30).

Then (1:00:50), they unpack Jay-Z's quiet power plays — why Hov always sees everything, how he drops billion-dollar subliminals when it counts, and Nicki Minaj's public call-out of Roc Nation (1:04:30).

By (1:10:00), they pivot to the real lesson in Nicki vs. Jay-Z: comparing her rant to Scooter Braun's big machine tactics and why Cassie's low-key Diddy lawsuit shows how smart money moves are made (1:12:30).

Finally (1:15:00), they share a hilarious story about Jamie Foxx's surprise "grown son" moment, the secret kid paranoia, and the reality of avoiding messy headlines — with one last message about betting on yourself, side missions and all.

Big names, real talk, side quests, industry gems — this is what you need to know!

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On this bonus edition of the Need to Know Podcast, SaVon, Alex, and Eddin share their initial thoughts on the verdicts in Diddy's trial and debate what's next for the music mogul when it comes to his prison sentence and his public perception going forward.

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