Maybe You’re the Problem

On the 10th episode of #SaidNICEly, Nic calls the winner of the EPIC Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake rap battle, and the lessons or takeaways that we can glean from how it all played out. He discusses the real reasons behind the hate for Drake, how it came back to hurt him and why we should avoid creating new hater. He also talks about the importance of how the artists (or people) move before a battle or tough times, and the truth about objectivity in the music industry and those engaged in the conversation. Stay tuned for Part 2 and don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, share & all that good stuff!!!

On the ninth episode of #saidNICEly, Nic jumps into the fray with his opinions on the Drake vs Kendrick Lamar beef. He provides a timeline of things escalated between the two MCs after Drake and J. Cole dropped “First Person Shooter” and Kendrick followed up with a scathing rebuke of Drake (& maybe J. Cole caught a stray) on Future & Metro Boomin’s smash single “Like That”. Things quickly escalated from there and Nic gives his thoughts on who’s winning this war of words, if it’s living up to the hype & so much. Tune and tap in. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, share & all that!!!

Check out the full 3-part series of #saidNICEly, where Nic Nice discusses Amanda Seales after her Club Shay Shay interview, and why he thinks that she’s taken avoidance of accountability to the next level. In part 1, Nic addresses the response and backlash received after his previous episode on Amanda and from there gets into some of her problematic behavior. In part 2, Nic discusses & her avoidance of accountability as well as recent claims of an autism diagnosis and how he things she using that as an excuse. He also shows how she’s Pulling A Jussie by being “low-key noble” and using autism for sympathy, similar to Jussie Smollett faking a hate crime for sympathy; which is confirmed by her own comments. He discusses the implications of her actions and explores the importance of empathy and real-world consequences. Lastly for part 3, Nic delves into the controversial statements made by Amanda Seales and explore the blurred lines between criticism, empathy, and narcissism, the problems with self-diagnosis and the dangers of falling for exploitation. Tune in and don't forget to like, subscribe, follow, share, etc.

In the 8th episode, Nic explores a thought-provoking new rap song by China Monai that challenges the current music climate with artist like Sexyy Red & Glorilla. Her new single, I Cook, I Clean, upsets societal norms associated with modern women and offers a different perspective on love and submission. Join the discussion about the reactions and implications of this bold message. Tune in and don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, & share.

On episode 7 of #saidNICEly, Nic Nice concludes his 3-part series on Is Amanda Seales being “low-key noble”; using Autism for Sympathy & to Avoid Accountability? He delves into the controversial statements made by her and explore the blurred lines between criticism, empathy, and narcissism. Discover the impact of self-diagnosis and the dangers of falling for exploitation. Let's discuss the importance of accountability and the pitfalls of defending someone based solely on likability.

In the 6th episode of #saidNICEly, Nic delves into part 2 of his series about Amanda Seales' & her avoidance of accountability as well as recent claims of autism as an excuse. He also shows how she’s Pulling A Jussie & being “low-key noble” by leaning on self-diagnosed autism for sympathy, similar to Jussie Smollett faking a hate crime for sympathy; which is confirmed by her own comments. We discuss the implications of her actions and explore the importance of empathy and real-world consequences. Part 2 of the series. Part 3 coming soon. Stay tuned. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and follow at the BLC pod!

In the fifth episode of #saidNICEly, Nic discusses Amanda Seales after her Club Shay Shay interview, and why he thinks that she’s taken avoidance of accountability to the next level. In the first part of a series, Nic addresses the response and backlash received after his previous episode on Amanda and from there gets into some of her problematic behavior. Part 2 coming soon. Stay tuned. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and follow at the BLC pod!

In the fourth episode of #saidNICEly, Nic discusses the crucial role that customer service plays when it comes to of supporting Black-owned businesses. He shares personal experiences of encountering poor customer service and emphasizes the importance of businesses being receptive to feedback and making necessary improvements. The conversation also touches on the symbiotic relationship between customers and businesses, the role of efficiency in customer service, and the need for a mindset shift. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation! Tune in, turn up, & comment below. Also like, subscribe, follow, share, etc.

In the third episode of #saidNICEly, Nic discusses the pay disparity between the WNBA and NBA players, highlights the reasons behind the pay difference, including the number of games, revenue generation, and interest in the game. The conversation also touches on negotiation tactics and the importance of considering business considerations. Nic emphasizes the need for nuanced discussions and solutions to improve the WNBA and elevate the game. The episode concludes with a call to support and be a fan of the WNBA. Tune in, turn up, & comment below. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, share, etc.

In the second episode of #saidNICEly, Nic discusses the recent bruhaha around Amanda Seales after she wondered aloud why she wasn’t invited into black spaces. When several outlets attempted to answer that question for her, her support train jumped into action to defend her at all cost. But is Amanda Seales a victim of a hate train or is she someone who suffers from lack of self-awareness and accountability? Nic takes his turn in answering the question and the broader implications. Tune in, turn up, & comment below. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, share, etc.