How It's Related

Episode 6: Superbowl Beef and Hype


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Join cousins Adam and Mike as they dive headfirst into one of the most talked-about topics in music: the sizzling beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake—and the Super Bowl halftime show that set off a media firestorm! In this episode of How It’s Related, the duo unpacks everything from the origins of the rap feud to whether the halftime performance was a genuine display of artistry or just a carefully staged photo-op.What’s Inside This Episode?🔥 The Rap Beef Breakdown• Beef Beginnings: The cousins revisit how a few pointed lyrics (and a clever “A minor” nod) sparked the infamous Kendrick vs. Drake feud.• Track Talk: From Kendrick’s subtle jabs to Drake’s flashy retorts—including shoutouts to tracks like “Pushups” and that notorious April freestyle—the debate on credibility is on fire.• Real or Manufactured?: Is this just another case of industry theatrics orchestrated by someone like Jay‑Z, or does it cut deeper into what it means to be “real” in the rap game?🏈 Super Bowl Halftime Show Hype• Performance Art or Photo-Op?: A no-holds-barred analysis of the halftime spectacle—was it a bold artistic statement or a medley of overproduced moments?• Too Perfect to Be Live?: The hosts question whether the show’s ultra-polished vocals and dramatic staging betrayed its true live energy.• Legacy of Controversy: With nods to past halftime flops (remember Timberlake and Janet Jackson?) the conversation puts today’s performance into perspective.🎤 Industry Intrigue & Authenticity• Staged Beef?: Delve into the possibility that some of these beefs are less about personal animosity and more about keeping up appearances in a manufactured music industry.• Rap Rivalries Revisited: Beyond Kendrick and Drake, the cousins throw in comparisons to other notorious feuds (think MGK vs. Eminem) and ask: Does any beef ever really end?😂 Cousinly Banter & Pop Culture Quips• Jokes, Jabs, and Blue Boots: Expect plenty of unfiltered humor—from playful digs about giant blue boots to debates on what really makes a performance “authentic.”• Memes & More: Whether you’re here for the industry insights or the endless banter, there’s no shortage of laughs and candid opinions.Listener ChallengeEver watched a live performance that felt too polished, leaving you wondering if it was all just a well-crafted photo-op? Share your wildest live show moments with us on Instagram or Facebook using #HowItsRelated. Your story might just get a shoutout in a future episode!Love the Show?Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platform. Every Wednesday, Adam and Mike serve up the hottest takes on music, beef, and everything in between.Follow Us:Instagram: @HowItsRelatedFacebook: How It’s RelatedTune in for more debates, behind-the-scenes insights, and the unfiltered cousin banter you won’t hear anywhere else—see you next Wednesday!

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