After taking off a week off to sage the studio we are back and joined by Ivy Rivera to discuss the recent events in the podcast world, What it takes to have a successful team, good leadership, Charlamagne's honorary Doctorate, Ellen quitting after 19 years, and more!!!
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Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz are The Brilliant Idiots. Join them each week as they explore the issues of the day in a style that's often idiotic, sometimes brilliant and always hysterical.

Comedy

In this episode, Charlamagne and Andrew discuss various topics, including parenting, the business of napkins and hand soap, and the recent rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Charlamagne praises Drake's calculated and witty response to Kendrick's subliminals, while Andrew expresses his loyalty to Kendrick. They debate the impact of the diss tracks and speculate on the next moves of both artists. The conversation is filled with humor and banter, showcasing their love for hip hop. The conversation covers various topics including the dynamics of male friendships, the anticipation for Kendrick Lamar's new music, the current state of hip hop, the lack of prominent New York rappers, the pay disparity between the WNBA and NBA, and the importance of supporting artists based on their talent rather than their race. The conversation discusses the financial challenges faced by the WNBA and the potential for change in the future. It also touches on the success and marketability of female athletes, the importance of generating interest and viewership, and the potential for virtual experiences in podcasting. The hosts also explore the idea of a game between the best WNBA players and men who underestimate their skills. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of podcasting and the possibility of living in a Truman Show-like environment.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Parenting Boundaries
08:27 Drake's Calculated Response to Kendrick
34:33 Breaking Down Male Friendships and Expressing Love
44:19 The State of Hip Hop and the Lack of New York Rappers
59:15 Addressing the Pay Disparity Between the WNBA and NBA
01:07:19 Supporting Artists Based on Talent, Not Race
01:23:28 A Game Between the Best WNBA Players and Underestimating Men
01:38:04 Living in a Truman Show-Like Environment: Real-Time Streaming

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The Clock Ticks On

In this episode of the Brilliant Idiots podcast, Charlamagne tha God and Andrew Schulz discuss  the solar eclipse, the origins of country music, Taylor Swift's upcoming album, and J. Cole's recent apology to Kendrick Lamar. They touch on the power of the internet, the manipulation of headlines, and the importance of focusing on local change. They also analyze J. Cole's decision to step back from the conversation about being the best rapper and apologize to Kendrick Lamar.  They the desire for a J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar battle, the perception of their success, and the pressure on Drake to live up to his past successes. They also touch on the concept of legacy and the importance of creating authentically, Tori Spelling's bathroom habits and Russell Simmons' response to criticism of his daughter's relationship, the hosts discuss the controversial topic of age-gap relationships and the societal judgments surrounding them. They explore the idea of letting children make their own choices and the potential motivations behind such relationships. The conversation then shifts to the success of the South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball team and the impact of influential women in the sport. The hosts also touch on the importance of communication with their daughters and the complexities of parenting.

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In Total Surrender

In this episode of the Brilliant Idiots podcast, Charlamagne tha God and Andrew Schulz discuss various topics including Meek Mill, Jerrod Carmichael, and a controversial video posted by former President Donald Trump. The conversation covers humor, honesty, and the boundaries of comedy. Women's college basketball is more exciting than the NBA due to the urgency of one-and-done tournament games and the development of players over four years. The potential for higher earnings in professional leagues may influence players' decisions to stay or leave college early. The hosts discuss the challenges and scrutiny faced by female athletes, particularly in the WNBA. They also discuss the importance of standing strong in the face of criticism and not letting it define one's worth. The conversation then shifts to a discussion about the influence and impact of certain rappers, including Future, Drake, J. Cole, and Kendrick Lamar. The hosts debate their rankings and the ways in which these artists have shaped the music industry. 

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DreamKilla

In this episode, Charlamagne and Andrew discuss the recent news about Diddy and the allegations surrounding him. They express mixed emotions and disappointment about the situation, highlighting the impact Diddy has had on culture and the music industry. They also delve into the desire for power and success and how it can lead to questionable actions. The importance of character and the consequences of compromising one's values are explored. The conversation touches on the unfairness of bringing Jay-Z into the situation without any allegations against him. They also delves into the appeal of Candace Owens and her black liberation strategy, as well as the rise of conspiracy theories. The hosts discuss various topics including lying, the rivalry between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, the impact of Kendrick Lamar's music, the importance of quality over quantity in the music industry, the comparison between Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Diddy's Trip to Antigua
02:49 The Diddy Situation and Legacy
05:58 Defining Sex Trafficking
09:12 Mixed Emotions and Disappointment
13:02 The Desire for Power and Success
21:14 Compartmentalization and Lack of Empathy
24:06 The Importance of Character
29:49 The Institution and Disappointment
33:02 Unfairly Bringing Jay-Z into the Situation
33:29 The Power of Allegations and Misinformation
38:19 Disappointment in Black Icons
39:18 The Impact of Allegations on Legacies
47:32 The Appeal of Candace Owens
49:52 Candace Owens' Claims about Diddy
52:53 The Rise of Conspiracy Theories
01:01:41 Megan Fox's Logic on Drinking Blood
01:06:59 Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake
01:09:17 The Impact of Kendrick Lamar's Music
01:13:42 The Influence of Kendrick Lamar's Control
01:16:06 Comparing Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole
01:18:16 The Big Three and Future's Success
01:21:47 Managing Stress and Impact of Podcasting
01:25:16 Stopping Children from Making Mistakes
01:29:09 The Baddest First Lady
01:32:09 Intriguing Blue Collar Jobs
01:36:23 Fixing Andrew's Bunions

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American Gigolo

In this episode, Charlamagne and Andrew discuss fatherhood and the joy of making their babies laugh. They also reflect on the emotional impact of children's books and share their thoughts on the story 'Love You Forever.' The conversation shifts to representation in children's books and the importance of diverse characters. They then discuss LeBron James and JJ Redick's podcast, the use of 'pause' in conversation, and the relationship between straight and gay men. They also discuss kids rapping about the honor roll and the positive messages in hip-hop. The conversation covers misconceptions about hip hop, the misinterpretation of lyrics, controversial lyrics and reactions, the presence of positive messages in music, criticism and support for female artists, promoting health and wellness,  the Pornhub ban in Texas, and the effects of having kids on marriage.

Chapters

00:00 Fatherhood and Baby Laughs
02:09 Emotional Kids Books
03:41 The Story of 'Love You Forever'
06:36 Representation in Children's Books
10:18 LeBron James and JJ Redick's Podcast
13:29 The Use of 'Pause' in Conversation
21:55 Lamar Odom and Caitlyn Jenner's Podcast
26:06 Kids Rapping About the Honor Roll
28:43 Positive Messages in Hip-Hop
29:12 Misconceptions about Hip Hop
31:28 Misinterpretation of Lyrics
34:05 Controversial Lyrics and Reactions
36:48 Positive Messages in Music
39:30 Criticism and Support for Female Artists
45:46 Sponsorship and Advertisements
46:12 Upcoming Shows and Events
47:55 Black Effect Podcast Festival
48:20 Upcoming Book Release
50:01 Beyoncé's New Album
56:24 Discussion about Religion
01:00:38 Exploitation in the entertainment industry
01:01:31 Documentary on Dan Schneider
01:02:29 Sleeping positions and Pornhub ban
01:04:24 Caitlyn Jenner and Lamar Odom's podcast
01:05:24 Pornhub ban in Texas
01:06:21 Joking about masturbation and sleeping positions
01:07:19 Effects of having kids on marriage

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