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The 1997 Tyson-Holyfield "Bite Fight" still lives rent-free in boxing history. Rello, Kunda & Miss Angie break it down — plus a special guest. #MikeTyson #CircleTheBlock #EvanderHolyfield

This week on Circle The Block, hosts Rello, Cunda, and Miss Angie revisit one of the most infamous moments in sports history: Mike Tyson biting Evander Holyfield's ear during their 1997 heavyweight rematch. The crew shares exactly where they were watching it live, breaks down the headbutt controversy that set Tyson off, and even gets into the wild afterlife of that moment — the two boxers' 2022 team-up to release "Holy Ears," an ear-shaped THC gummy line that turned their infamous rivalry into a business partnership.

The episode also goes deep into boxing fight-party culture — pay-per-view prices, buying the fight twice to split it across two TVs, and the social ritual that made boxing must-watch TV before streaming existed.

This episode features a special guest: Foreman, nephew of boxing legend George Foreman and co-host of the Pay The Toll Podcast, who joins the crew to talk growing up around boxing royalty, his own memory of the ear bite as an 8-year-old, and a deep breakdown of George Foreman's legendary knockout power. The conversation gets into an entertaining comparison of Tyson, Ali, and Foreman to different dog breeds, plus a look at boxing's next generation of rising stars.

As always, the crew closes out segments with the odds on upcoming potential fights — before Bishop Cunda delivers a short, sharp closing sermon: "Defend yourself at all times."

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00:00 – Cold open & intro with the crew 

03:55 – Setting up the Iron Mike Tyson conversation 

04:34 – The 1997 Tyson-Holyfield ear bite, in the moment 

08:13 – How the bite turned into a business: the "Holy Ears" THC gummies 

09:52 – Potential fights (Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua) 

11:34 – Anthony Joshua & the Lennox Lewis comparison 

12:15 – Miss Angie's boxing "kryptonite" & the first Tyson-Holyfield fight 

14:23 – Revisiting Tyson vs. Holyfield I 

15:44 – Inside the $180M "Bite Fight" & why boxing is made for TV 

17:58 – Fight-party nostalgia: buying pay-per-views & stealing cable 

23:20 – Le'Veon Bell vs. Logan Paul 

24:50 – Special guest: Foreman, nephew of George Foreman & co-host of Pay The Toll Podcast 

26:34 – The guest's own memory of the ear bite at age 8 

29:21 – Could this have happened to George Foreman? 

30:07 – Breaking down George Foreman's legendary knockout power 

32:02 – Comparing Tyson, Ali & Foreman to dog breeds 

34:02 – Boxing's next generation: Shakur Stevenson, Tiger Johnson & more 

36:34 – Circling the block on rising star Moses Itauma 

37:38 – What's next for the Pay The Toll Podcast 

44:30 – Ryan Garcia's next potential fight 

45:57 – Bishop Cunda's closing sermon: "Defend yourself at all times" 

47:14 – Final thoughts & tribute to the guest 

49:20 – Outro

ABOUT CIRCLE THE BLOCK

Circle The Block is a culture and nostalgia podcast hosted by Rello, Cunda, and Miss Angie, where hip hop history, throwback pop culture, and current entertainment news collide. New episodes weekly.

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25 years after her passing, Rello, Kunda & Miss Angie give Aaliyah her flowers — Star Search debut, One In A Million, and the Beyoncé debate.

This week on Circle The Block, hosts Rello, Cunda, and Miss Angie mark the 25th anniversary of Aaliyah's passing with a full tribute episode. The crew opens up about exactly where they were the day they heard the news of the fatal 2001 plane crash, and reflects on how differently that kind of breaking news traveled before smartphones and social media.

From there, the episode traces Aaliyah's career from the beginning — her 1989 Star Search debut at just ten years old, going up against future stars on a show that famously "never found a star" — all the way through the One In A Million era with Timbaland, Missy Elliott, and Static Major, which the hosts call one of the most influential R&B albums of the 90s. They dig into her cover of the Isley Brothers' "At Your Best (You Are Love)," the making of "Turn My Music Up," and the videos and routines ("Back & Forth," "One In A Million") that shaped a generation of Black girls growing up in that era.

The episode also tackles the debate fans still have today: would Beyoncé still be Beyoncé if Aaliyah had lived? The hosts break down the different lanes each artist carved out vocally, stylistically, and in film — and give an honest, no-disrespect comparison of two icons who came up in the same era.

As always, the crew closes out segments with odds on the 2026 Leagues Cup, the WNBA Championship, and an upcoming boxing card — before Bishop Cunda delivers a closing sermon giving Aaliyah her flowers, 25 years later.

New episodes of Circle The Block drop every week — hit subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation about the music, movies, and moments that shaped us.

00:00 – Intro & warm-up with the crew 

03:32 – The anniversary of Aaliyah's passing: where were you? 

05:38 – Life before smartphones: how the news actually traveled in 2001 

07:59 – Miss Angie's memory of hearing the news on TV 

10:13 – Breaking down the flight & the pilot's impossible position 

12:36 – Aaliyah in her own words on how she wanted to be remembered 

15:43 – Her lasting influence on artists 25 years later 

18:04 – Her last interview: 106 & Park, four days before she passed 

20:25 – The Matrix sequels she never got to film 

22:49 – "She wasn't trying to impress nobody, she was just impressive" 

22:49 – 2026 Leagues Cup winner 

25:44 – Back from break: her 1989 Star Search debut 

26:53 – Aaliyah performing on Star Search at age 10 

29:44 – The wild list of Star Search "losers" (Beyoncé, Britney, Justin Timberlake & more) 

32:09 – The One In A Million era & growing up with her posters 

34:26 – Breaking down the "One In A Million" video and routine 

36:49 – 2026 WNBA Championship 

37:47 – Back from break: diving into the One In A Million album 

39:39 – Ginuwine's "Final Warning" and the Aaliyah feature 

40:37 – Aaliyah on going double platinum, in her own words 

41:46 – One In A Million album stats: 8M+ copies sold worldwide 

44:08 – "If Your Girl Only Knew" and 90s letter-writing nostalgia 

44:37 – Missy Elliott's story behind "Turn My Music Up" 

46:57 – "Up Jumps Da Boogie" and the crew's favorite lyrics 

49:23 – The big debate: would Beyoncé still be Beyoncé without Aaliyah? 

54:02 – Comparing Aaliyah's and Beyoncé's vocal styles 

57:33 – Upcoming boxing card (Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn) 

59:47 – Bishop Cunda's closing sermon 

1:01:51 – Final thoughts & tribute 

1:03:54 – Outro

ABOUT CIRCLE THE BLOCK

Circle The Block is a culture and nostalgia podcast hosted by Rello The Saya, Kunda, and Miss Angie, where hip hop history, throwback pop culture, and current entertainment news collide. New episodes weekly.

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DMX's 1999 Woodstock set is called one of the greatest hip hop performances ever. Rello, Kunda & Miss Angie break down why — plus the Aaliyah connection.

On this episode of Circle The Block, hosts Rello, Cunda, and Angie circle back to one of hip hop's most legendary live moments: DMX's 1999 Woodstock performance, widely regarded as one of the greatest hip hop sets of all time. From there, the crew dives deep into DMX's dominance on the 1999 Hard Knock Life Tour alongside Jay-Z, Method Man & Redman, DMK, and more — including the wild story of the "Million Dollar Bet" that led DMX to record his double-platinum sophomore album, Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood, in just 30 days.

The conversation turns personal and nostalgic as the hosts share their own DMX memories — from getting an A in English class off a DMX prayer, to debating DMX's underrated acting career in cult classics Belly and Romeo Must Die. That leads into a heartfelt tribute to Aaliyah, her film debut, her chemistry with DMX on screen, and her lasting influence on 90s and 2000s pop culture.

As always, the episode is loaded with the crew's signature odds segments — placing bets on which artists drop albums in 2026 (Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift), the 2026 Mercury Prize, and the 2026 box office race between Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday. It's culture, nostalgia, comedy, and hip hop history — all in one sitting.

New episodes of Circle The Block drop every week — hit subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation about the music, movies, and moments that shaped us.

00:00 – Intro & warm-up with the crew 

04:12 – DMX's legendary Woodstock '99 set 

09:18 – The 1999 Hard Knock Life Tour breakdown 

18:37 – Tour trivia: the Cincinnati snub & Pittsburgh snowstorm story 

20:54 – Who's dropping an album in 2026? (Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift) 

24:47 – Rough Ryders anthems & DMX's raw storytelling 

25:33 – DMX on Drink Champs: recording two platinum albums in one year 

26:03 – The numbers: It's Dark and Hell Is Hot vs. Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood 

29:31 – The DMX prayer that got a host an A in English class 

31:58 – The Million Dollar Bet with Def Jam 

33:00 – 2026 Mercury Prize 

34:21 – DMX the actor: Belly & Romeo Must Die 

37:07 – Aaliyah's film debut and her on-screen bond with DMX 

41:52 – The Aaliyah legacy debate 

46:56 – 2026 box office predictions 

47:07 – Bishop Kunda's closing sermon 

49:42 – Final thoughts & outro

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ABOUT CIRCLE THE BLOCK

Circle The Block is a culture and nostalgia podcast hosted by Rello The Saya, Kunda, and Miss Angie, where hip hop history, throwback pop culture, and current entertainment news collide. New episodes weekly.

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In this episode, we explore the NFL season, draft strategies, Saquon Barkley's career highlights, and the dynamics of football fandom. Angie, Rello, and Cunda share insights, memories, and predictions that will resonate with football fans and sports enthusiasts alike. In this episode, we explore the intricacies of NFL player negotiations, team strategies, and the importance of understanding talent potential from high school to the pros. We also dive into football culture, high school highlights, and personal stories that highlight the journey of athletes.

00:00 NFL Players Reacts To The Saquon Barkley Backwards Hurdle

00:11 Circle The Block Intro Theme

00:36 Introduction to Football Season and NFL Hype

02:40 The Significance of Football in Texas and Ohio

04:13 Expectations for the Upcoming NFL Season

07:29 The Myth of the NFL Wife and Player Lies

09:53 Saquon Barkley's Historic Play and Highlights

12:37 Saquon Barkley's 2018 Draft and College Highlights

18:11 Drafting Saquon Barkley and NFL Draft Insights

24:17 Saquon Barkley's First NFL Touchdown

28:39 Saquon Barkley's Contract Negotiations and Team Dynamics

32:36 NFL Season Predictions and Team Rivalries

38:48 Analyzing NFL Team Potential and Player Talents

43:58 Personal Stories of Football and High School Highlights

48:30 The Importance of Knowing Your Worth in Sports

54:54 Bishop Kunda's Sermon on Self-Worth and Perseverance

55:45 Final Words on Football, Self-Worth, and Season Outlook

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This episode explores the remarkable journey of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, from his early days in football and wrestling to becoming a Hollywood superstar. The discussion highlights his iconic moves, charisma, and the evolution of his character in WWE, as well as his significant achievements in film and entertainment. In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the multifaceted career of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, discussing his transition from football to wrestling and then to Hollywood. They delve into the financial success of his films, particularly the Jumanji series, and reflect on personal dreams and aspirations, drawing parallels to The Rock's journey. The discussion highlights the importance of pursuing one's passions and the impact of The Rock's influence in both sports and entertainment.

00:00 Introduction to The Rock's Multifaceted Career

01:52 Early Life and Football Days at Miami

03:59 Transition from NFL to Wrestling Stardom

08:08 Charisma, Mic Skills, and WWE Rise

11:48 Hollywood Breakthrough: The Scorpion King

19:52 Business Ventures and Ownership in Sports

27:53 The Rock's Impact on Culture and Future Projects

44:03 Personal Growth, Dreams, and Legacy

49:47 Closing Remarks and Inspirational Takeaways

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Join us as we revisit the iconic 1996 Olympics, explore legendary athletes like Michael Johnson and Muhammad Ali, and relive unforgettable moments from the Games that shaped sports history. This episode is a deep dive into the stories, records, and cultural impact of one of the most memorable Olympics ever.

00:00 Introduction to the 1996 Olympics

02:08 Celebrating 30 years since Atlanta 1996

04:01 Michael Johnson's iconic gold shoes and record-breaking race

08:07 The significance of Johnson's double gold in 200m and 400m

11:46 The impact of the 1996 US women's gymnastics team

15:00 Carrie Strug's final vault and team victory

16:52 Dominique Dawes' heroic floor routine

19:47 Relay race strategies and baton passing challenges

24:05 The cultural and political significance of Ali lighting the torch

29:47 Olympic betting odds and sports predictions

33:01 Memorable moments and reflections from the 1996 Games

36:52 Muhammad Ali's legacy and the torch lighting controversy

42:06 Closing thoughts and the legacy of the 1996 Olympics

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In this episode of Circle the Block, Rello, Angie, and Cunda delve into the cultural significance and evolution of FUBU, the iconic streetwear brand founded by Daymond John and his partners. They discuss LL Cool J's pivotal role in FUBU's rise to fame, the impact of hip hop culture on fashion, and how FUBU adapted its business model to survive in a changing market. The conversation also touches on the nostalgia associated with 90s fashion and the brand's current global presence through licensing.

00:00 FUBU Commercial Featuring LL Cool J

00:12 Circle The Block Intro Theme

02:09 The Legacy of FUBU and Its Founders

07:59 LL Cool J's Impact on FUBU's Success

12:44 Cultural Reflections and Nostalgia in Fashion

16:55 The Evolution of FUBU and Fashion Trends

22:52 FUBU's Business Model Shift and Global Presence

26:29 Damon John's Journey from FUBU to Shark Tank

34:54 FUBU's Resilience and Adaptation in the Market

39:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Circle the Block, Rello, Cunda, and Angie discuss the significance of summer blockbusters in Hollywood, exploring their cultural impact, financial implications, and technological advancements, particularly focusing on the groundbreaking film Jurassic Park. They also delve into predictions for the upcoming Academy Awards, highlighting the importance of first-time nominees and the evolving landscape of the film industry. They also explore the significance of summer blockbusters as a form of escapism, nostalgia, and community bonding. They discuss the emotional investment in movies, the evolution of the summer blockbuster, and the shared experiences that come with watching films in theaters. The conversation also touches on personal anecdotes related to favorite summer films and predictions for upcoming awards.

00:00 Avengers: Endgame Audience Reaction

00:31 Circle the Block Intro

03:01 Summer Blockbusters: A Cultural Phenomenon

05:54 The Financial Impact of Summer Blockbusters

09:12 The Evolution of CGI in Film

12:00 Jurassic Park: A Game Changer in Cinema

14:58 The Future of Summer Blockbusters

18:01 Academy Awards Predictions

21:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

24:10 The Art of Betting and Emotional Investment

25:22 Summer Blockbusters: An Escape from Reality

31:25 Nostalgia and the Experience of Going to the Movies

34:39 The Allure of Summer Blockbusters

39:13 Community and Shared Experiences in Cinema

42:58 Final Thoughts and Predictions for the Oscars

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This episode, Rello and Cunda explore the cultural significance of Father's Day, its history, and its portrayal in sports and media, emphasizing the importance of active fatherhood and societal recognition.

00:00 Welcome to Season Three

01:36 Father's Day and the NBA Finals

07:12 Fathers Receiving Love

09:30 The History of Father's Day

14:57 Celebrating Father's Day: A Cultural Perspective

17:37 The Metrics of Father's Day vs. Mother's Day

20:57 Comedic Commentary on Fatherhood

24:02 Personal Reflections on Father's Day Celebrations

27:11 The Importance of Fathers in Today's Society

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