This week on Hip-Hop and Politics, we dive headfirst into "The Beef," exploring the concept of conflict in the context of modern culture wars. From social media clashes to political polarization, this episode breaks down how disagreements shape our world.

Our deep dive in "The Cipher" confronts the tragic mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school, analyzing the complex cultural narratives and debates that emerge from such a painful event. Then, in "Bars & Ballots," we put the spotlight on the one and only Joey Bada$$, examining how his music and activism have navigated the front lines of social and political divides.

Plus, we’ll test a new culture wars-related myth in "Street Cred," and the episode wraps with a new "what beats what" showdown in The Walrus Game. Don't miss this heated but essential conversation about the conflicts that define our time.