On this episode of People’s Party, Talib Kweli and co-host Jasmin Leigh sit down with Gangsta Boo -- a widely beloved lyricist and early member of Memphis hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia. The interview spans Boos fascinating career, coming up as a young rapper, making a name with Three 6, her own fascination with the occult, jumping ship before the Oscar for Hustle & Flow, and her role as “the third member of Run the Jewels.”

Over the course of the interview, Boo is incredibly open, deeply insightful, and every bit as raw and real as her (very underrated) lyrics. If you’re a fan of Three 6, women in rap, or lyricism you’re going to want to check this episode out with a quickness.

Gangsta Boo Talks To Talib Kweli About Three 6 Mafia, Working With Run The Jewels, Missing Out On An Oscar, Dealing With Depression, And More.

People’s Party is a weekly interview show hosted by hip-hop legend Talib Kweli. The show features big-name guests exploring hip-hop, culture, and politics.

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In this episode of People's Party, Talib Kweli sits down with the famed group Arrested Development to discuss the impact of their hit songs "Tennessee" and "People Everyday," religion and spirituality, and the group as a response to gangsta rap.

Arrested Development On The Impact Of 'Tennessee,' 'People Everyday,' And The Group As A Response To Gangsta Rap

In this new episode of People's Party, Talib Kweli sits down with Masta Killa of the Wu-Tang Clan to discuss making "36 Chambers," the impact of "Triumph," remembering ODB, and much, much more.

Masta Killa On Making '36 Chambers,' 'Triumph,' 5%, ODB, ‘Chessboxin' & Boot Camp Clik

In this episode of People's Party, Talib Kweli sits down with The Luniz to discuss how their timeless hit "I Got 5 On It" got made, "operation stackola," Oakland life, and much more.

The Luniz On “I Got 5 On It,” Making “operation stackola,” Pimping In Oakland, Strip Clubs, And More

In this episode of People's Party, Talib Kweli sits down with U-God of the Wu-Tang Clan to discuss the formation of the group and making "36 Chambers," RZA's genius, Method Man's talent, memories of ODB, and much more.

U-God On Wu-Tang’s Origins, Making ’36 Chambers,’ ODB Memories, Method Man, RZA

In this episode of People's Party, Talib Kweli sits down with Tiffany Dena Loftin to Black-Palestinian solidarity, student loan forgiveness, and fighting against the death penalty.

Gangsta Boo Talks To Talib Kweli About Three 6 Mafia, Working With Run The Jewels, Missing Out On An Oscar, Dealing With Depression, And More.

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