Can I Please Hold the Mic

Can I Please Hold the Mic

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  • Plus One (Episode 9)

    Join #CIPHMpod this week as we get the party started with our usual game of #ThisOrThat Andre 300 vs Big Boi edition (02:15). Congratulations are in order for the incomparable #SimoneBiles becoming the MOST decorated female gymnast (06:43) and the icon #TylerPerry for the grand opening of the FIRST African-American owned major film production studio (09:55). We dive into the latest in ratchet-ivity starting with T.I.P vs I.G.G.Y, the result of #TI claiming #IggyAzalea to be his biggest career blunder to date...we can name a few others, Clifford (14:50). We also speak on the "Best Rappers from ATL" list floating around on  Beyoncé's internet and give our takes on placement (20:18). For some unbeknownst reason #Drake 's father #DennisGraham did an interview with #NickCannon and denies being the absent father that Aubrey remembers (30:30). We try to get to the bottom of why our good sis #AmandaSeales is showing up to places that she knows good and well she's not welcome to and why she has seemingly left a sour taste in her #Insecure cast-mates mouth's (38:39). @KhrystalDawn gives you the Reality TV breakdown on this week's #KhrystalsKorner jumping off with #CynSantana 's interview with Queen of reality television #TiffanyPollard 's on #BunchWithTiffany where Cyn details her reasoning for breaking off her engagement with #JoeBudden (49:10). What went down on the #BBWLA Reunion (51:58), and #MarquesHouston and #RayJ beef (58:14), say what now?! Finally, @Courtney_Trell @KhrystalDawn& @RonishaZhane round out the show with this week's main topic of: Dating; maintaining your individuality and not losing yourself in a relationship (1:06:48). Last week was kind of heavy, this week is full of laughs - so tune in! Don't worry - you're on the list! 

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      • 1 hr 26 min
    • Afro Lati-NAHHH (Episode 8)

      Welcome BACCCK! Thanks for coming back after our mid-season break and technical difficulties. We've got alot to talk about so pull up, roll up, po' up relax and plug in with US. 

      We start the episode  ( 1:30 )  with -This or That - Classic Halloween Movie Edition. 

      We're starting a little different, beginning with #KhrystalsKorner & reality TV breakdown(  07:36  ) - Basketball Wives OG Vs Evelyn's colorist ass. 

      We also explore the culture of claiming to be black for convenience  ( 16:23 ) & Fat Joe's claim that all latinos are black. 

      This episode also includes :

      • ( 33:36 ) Reality TV Breakdown -LHHATL & Growing Up HIP HOP -
      • ( 44:30 ) Remy Ma aka Pic ME  Equating Monetary Compensation for Rape to Prostitution
      • ( 51:27 ) BET Hip Hop Award's- Lil Kim Appreciation
      • ( 55:55 ) Breakfast Club Grievances - which breakfast club combo do you care for? (WE ALL AGREE JUST YEE AND ENVY is a NO-GO) loool - /    & Interviewers/ Media figures taking their job seriously.

        •          #CIPHMPODMainTopic---> ( Warning : This may be a trigger for a few)

        • ( 1:05:15 ) Amber Guyger Trial - our thoughts and reactions,  Do we feel it is an accident? Do we agree with sentencing? Do We have the ability to forgive as #BrandtJean did?  ( it gets deep, real deepppp, )  & get SUPER real about our personal lives and issues.
        • ( 1:22:28 ) End of episode ramblings, Music- Da Baby / YOUNG MA. 

          • Thanks for coming back!!!!! Follow US on IG/Twitter:  @KhrystalDawn @RonishaZhane & @Courtney_trell

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          1 hr 39 min
        • 20 to Skillman (Episode 7)
          Buckle your seatbelts and hold on cuz we're going from 20 to Skillman this week!
          Can I Please Hold the Mic Podcast starts off with a game of 'This or That?' (11:38). Prayers to the lives and families involved in the Midland/Odessa mass shooting (15:07) also prayers to Kevin Hart as he suffered major back injuries in a saw accident at the start of the week (20:23).
          T.I. is coming for our podcast bag with a new podcast 'ExpediTIously' (22:00). Meek Mill is free (25:49)! Naomi Osaka defeats CoCo Gauff at the U.S. Open (28:53). VMA'S....performances and more (34:05).
          Khrystal's Korner- Power, Love & Hip Hop Hollywood, Growing Up Hip Hop BY and Basketball Wives (47:55).
          Brandy v. Monica... the age old rivalry (1:09:15). Album reviews- Jidenna, Rapsody, Missy Elliott and Young Jeezy (1:20:00).
          Main topic - societal pressures (1:41:04).
          2 hr 5 min
        • "CUT HIS MIC!" (Episode 6)
          "Crispy chicken, fresh lettuce!" Can I Please Hold the Mic Podcast gives their take on Popeyes new chicken sandwich vs. Chik-Fil-A's chicken sandwich with a round of 'This or That' (1:35). Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott is being awarded the Vanguard Award at this years VMA's (6:16). Katy Perry has been accused of sexual assault... again (9:51). Brian McKnight's sons claim their dad has abandoned them (12:20). The second round of 'This or That' pits Tevin Campbell's "I'm Ready" against Tevin Campbell's "Can We Talk" (17:38). A$AP Rocky is guilty, but free (19:13). Politicking with politicians (25:34). Khrystal's Korner... a whole bunch of ratchet TV (37:20). Album reviews (Port of Miami 56:19, Quality Control: Control the Streets 62:08, PAUL 69:37, I Wanna Thank Me 73:40, and Surf 83:09).
          The main events: Jay-Z and the NFL (87:09).
          Nicki Minaj vs. Joe Budden (98:23)
          Poll results are in! (103:40)
          2 hr 5 min
        • "N**** , I WROTE the bill!" (Episode 5)
          Welcome back to a new episode & welcome if its your first time. Sit back and relax as we dive into the most recent drama in this world we call "home".
          Join in for courtney's "This or That" , pitting the classic Mean Girls VS Bring It On ( which do you prefer?)
          Hot Topics:
          ( 08:35 )Jail releases of A$AP Rocky (ya'll friend) & Cyntoia Brown
          12:51- Lil Nas X breaking Mariah Carey's "One Sweet Day" Record for longest running si
          14:53- A quick re-cap rating XXL's 2019 Freshman cover & Cypher.
          20:38- we briefly speak on democratic candidates & the recent debates that have taken place. We know most don't care, but you should find out who's on your side.
          27:41 : we enter into talks of Gun contol in the wake of the mass shootings that recently occurred (and a fun fact about the movie #GetOut)
          ***AFTER THE BREAK***
          40:12 - Introducing a new segment for the ratchet news
          #KhrystalsCorner ( #DTownBreakDown ) This week Khrystal breaks down the M03 + Yella Beezy recent beef and iron out any confusion so ya'll can clearly pick a side ( allegedly )
          48:34 - Did you have Lori Harvey on your wish list? Cancel the order cause she delivered herself straight into the arms of her ex's father, DIDDY ( aka Puff Daddy aka Puffy aka Sean Combs). This is not supported or endorsed by the #HotGirlAssociation nor the #CityGirlsCoalition
          **New Music**
          52:37: -Bj The Chicago Kid
          54:45 - YBN Cordae
          58:30 - Chance The Rapper (yall know he love his wife right? Just letting yall KNOW)
          (side bar)
          1:01:45 - & we clarify that KhrystalDawn was NEVER a barb MMK?! #CarbNation
          ** Main Topic**
          supplied by our listener @OnlyOneShadow.. we dive into the topic of posting your significant other & #NoFaceNoCase photos...... Hold on because this is definetly an unpopular opinion coming from both sides...
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          Thanks for coming back. Don't forget to follow all socials & interact!
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          Hosted By: @KhrystalDawn @RonishaZhane
          1 hr 27 min
        • Everybody’s Going To Jail (Episode 4)
          & we do mean EVERYBODY.. Join us this week for a quick game of this or that (3:13) , pitting the classic ORIGINAL vs REMIX of Dru Hills -" In my bed".
          Our less than hot topics cover the Russian "Face App" ( 6:57 ) thats really finna play with yall bio-metric data...(ya’ll dont care any way lol) 
          We also touch on the trial for DFW (Agg Town) native TAY K , who is facing MANYYY years behind them bars.(12:03) R.Kelly non-reading ass done trumped up some nice felony charges, including RICO for recruiting all them babies like they was joining the girl scouts :( 
          Cousin MEEK MILLY (20:21) wants a new trial after 10 years of fighting this corrupt, idiot ass system. To be honest he has earned and shown he deserves a new trail with new judges... cause that last ho.. whewwww!
          Its once again awards season (21:16) & We congratulate the current nominees for the emmy awards , which include 
          -Ava DuVernay " When They See Us" (16 nom’s total) - Hit show " POSE" & more. 
          On the reality tv tip, we question diddy and this making the band come-back (25:33)...(but do we look for "bands" anymore tho?)
          We also tap in and list our fave reality tv moments (28:51)- & talk about Ms.Tokyo Toni's toxic ways (31:54) towards her head financer & daughter, Blac Chyna.
          ****NEW MUSIC ALERT***(38:49) - Review for Willow Smith, Iggy, Big Krit and The Lion King Soundtrack: "The Gift".
          -This week’s unpopular opinion (1:09:11) is based around Jermaine Dupri (Khrystal's Fave) and his unpopular opinion surrounding the current state of female rap/ hip hop sounding like stripper rap.
          Do you agree with what was said?
          Do you believe his "female" cypher solution will help?
          Thanks for coming back. Don't forget to follow all socials & interact!
          Connect with US!!
          IG:@CanIPleaseHTMicPod 
          Facebook:@CanIPleaseHoldTheMic 
          Hosted By: @KhrystalDawn @RonishaZhane @Courtney_Trell
          1 hr 33 min
        • "Hot Wimminz Summer" (Episode 3)
          Put on ya life vest as @RonishaZhane, @TrellBlanco and @KhrystalDawn drive the boat for episode 3 and catch up after our lil' hiatus. This episode we explore a whole the new lil mermaid (05:08) , congratulate the US Womens Soccer Team for their 4th CUP & their SEVERE need for a pay raise (8:19).
          We also chit chat about LaLa declaring she dont need NO nigga & Wendy's summer slay & shot shooting.... truly making this a HOT WIMMINZ summer (11:00). Prayers up for August Alsina's current medical condition (15:15), ASAP rocky's lockdown situation (17:48), and a damn reminder to QUIT LICKING THE FUCKING BLUEBELL! (21:30)
          New Music Reviews for : Dj Mustard, Jermaine Du.., I mean Jermaine Cole and The Dreamers (ROTD), Lil Nas X , Jaden Smith, Daniel Ceasar and Chris Brown. (24:56)
          Our main topic(43:40)explores the serious question: What's the line when it comes to cancelling your faves? Are we too sensitive these days? What does it really mean to cancel someone? But for real, WHO was was REALLY out here confused on what chris brown liked anyway..but we digress.
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          1 hr 6 min
        • "If Trina Nominated, Its A Setup" (Episode 2)
          Welcome back ( in our most New York, Pastor Mase voice)
          Join your hosts RonishaZhané, CourtneyTrell & KhrystalDawn for episode 2 as we introduce a new game, discuss Chris Brown's cry for help & lend Ashad's pacifier to calm Dj Khaled whining ass down.
          We also take a quick trip to Babies R' Us  for Yung Miami & Cassie's recent contributions to the class of 2038 ... oh yeah.. & them damn bet awards nominees; So get on the bus bihh, Oprah cancelled our flight :(
          Connect with US!! 
           IG:@CanIPleaseHTMicPod
          Facebook:@CanIPleaseHoldTheMic
          Hosted By: 
          @KhrystalDawn
          @RonishaZhane
          @Courtney_Trell
          1 hr 2 min

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