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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the complex interplay of racial injustice, police brutality, and systemic racism through the lens of George Floyd's death, exploring how social media reactions, protests, and the broader issues of inequality and the criminal justice system have fueled both racial tensions and a push for change, while also touching on pet peeves about looting and differing political affiliations surrounding nationalism and patriotism.

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the impact of Silicon Valley's "brain drain" on critical thinking skills, how TikTok is shaping the TikTok generation's worldview, and the parallels between Rick Ross and 50 Cent's entrepreneurial success stories and the struggles in the school reopening debate, all while navigating pandemic misinformation, social distancing measures, and the need for economic relief, with a side discussion on how Instagram's algorithms affect their podcast reach.

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the mental health struggles of hip-hop artists like Tekashi 69 and Logic, exploring how figures such as Kanye West, J. Cole, and Kendrick Lamar have openly addressed their own battles with depression and suicide, while also delving into the impact of Donald Trump's presidency on the music industry and the rise of collaborative music production and podcasting advice from comedians like Anthony Anderson and Tracy Ellis Ross.

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss their favorite Brooklyn neighborhood, Bushwick, where they explore the connection between late-night music production, neighborhood safety, and the famousness of local spots like Tony's Pizzeria and Sal's pizza, all while debating which pizzeria offers the best slice and whether or not to trust the Citizen app for neighborhood safety tips, leading to a hilarious clapback over who is the real asshole among them as they debate the merits of Chinese food versus Italian cuisine, capped off by a night watching fireworks over DeKalb Avenue and Myrtle.

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the impact of the Beirut explosion on the United States, including the economic contribution of the Lebanese community and the potential federal aid, while also touching on the dangers of ammonium nitrate and the reactions from both the Lebanese government and the American political analysis.

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the current climate in America, exploring how race relations, influenced by their childhood experiences, are reflected in the tension between spirituality and horror movies, particularly the parallels drawn from the set accident that led to the making of "The Shining," a film that explores themes of anxiety and the occult through seances and Satanism, while also touching on the influence of movies like "Shawshank Redemption" on trust and mom's intuition, and how cleaning rituals in Puerto Rico connect to these broader themes.

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the intertwining themes of stress and tension in the entertainment industry as they explore how licensing, the rise of digital content, and the growth of the tech industry have transformed how we consume movies, music, and comedy, from Spike Lee documentaries to Adam Sandler's films and the meme-driven culture of Cards Against Humanity.

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss their past experiences at live music venues, sharing memories of past concerts and suited events, and how time has passed as they reminisce about their friend's old karaoke nights and the fun times they had at Tacu Tacu, eventually transitioning to the idea of archiving these cherished moments.

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss the vibe at the First Life Studios festival, touching on budget problems, street connections, and the venue's past as a place where famous murder cases were connected, while also exploring how real estate in the area has changed over time, from its roots in death metal and country music to its current home for pop division and hip hop police unit artists, alongside Marty Jannetty drama.

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In this episode, Bud and Roach discuss their experiences hosting "30 Days to Rock" at First Live Studios in Bushwick, sharing stories about the rise of local comedy and performance art scenes in Brooklyn, and how donations from the "Rise Up Brooklyn" initiative are used to support local musicians and open mic nights.

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