The 3rd Verse Podcast

Our first live episode!!!

Stat and Justin discuss how everyone loves Drake again as well as Isaiah Rashad's new album "It's Been Awful." Plus, in a new segment called Crime Rap, the fellas dig into the details of D4VD's disgusting murder case. Also, as expected, Stat and Justin have no love for Big Groove.

Can Drake outsell GNX? The stakes change completely when we discuss whether Drake can outdo GNX's impact. We also explore Trump's reaction to current events and the leaked details surrounding the Michael Jackson movie. Only on The 3rd Verse🎙️ Link in Bio🔗

Drake’s legal fight with UMG just took another wild turn, and we break down what this could mean for hip hop, artistic freedom, and the music business. From the “Not Like Us” lawsuit, defamation claims, Kendrick Lamar, and Drake’s legal strategy… to a deep sidebar on Tiger Woods, identity, generational shifts, discipline, and whether kids even do chores anymore — this episode goes everywhere. We debate whether Drake can actually win against UMG, why this case could set a dangerous precedent for rap lyrics, and whether the industry can afford to let Drake win. Also: Tiger Woods “Cablinasian,” The Masters, old-school parenting, and why Earl Woods might be the hidden star of this episode

The fellas bounce from Coachella madness and reckless NBA playoff predictions into a masterclass on Dr. Dre’s greatness, a spicy Dre-vs.-Ye Verzuz debate, and a layered conversation on D1, Big Bank, faith, culture, and what happens when belief gets weaponized.

This week was WILD. We break down everything from the Women’s Final Four controversy to Geno Auriemma vs Dawn Staley, plus why the championship game sparked so much debate around women’s college basketball. Then we get into the shocking federal case involving Pooh Shiesty and Gucci Mane—and why this situation makes zero sense from a legal standpoint. And finally… the biggest question in music right now: Is Kanye West actually uncancelable? After selling out stadiums and dropping new music, we talk about what “cancel culture” really means in 2026—and who it actually affects. This episode covers: Women’s NCAA Finals reaction & scheduling controversy Geno vs Dawn Staley incident breakdown Pooh Shiesty federal charges explained Kanye’s return, fans, and backlash The reality of cancel culture 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Was the women’s championship really that bad… or are people overreacting?

J. Cole is finally speaking on the Drake vs Kendrick Lamar situation, but did he really tell the full story? In this episode of the Third Verse Podcast, the crew breaks down Cole’s recent interviews, the apology, and whether he would’ve taken the diss back if it actually succeeded. From behind-the-scenes industry conversations to Drake’s strategy and Kendrick’s rise, this is a deep dive into what really happened during one of hip-hop’s biggest moments and why the fallout still matters.

In this episode of The 3rd Verse, we break down the backlash of Jack Harlows "Got Blacker" comment, what he meant, and whether this moment helps or hurts his career moving forward. We also cover Sinners dominating the Oscars, Michael B. Jordan’s big win, and the impact of the film’s success. Plus, we get into the controversial 83-point NBA performance, debates around today’s game, and a range of unfiltered conversations you won’t expect.

The 3rd Verse breaks down the biggest conversations in hip-hop culture. This episode covers the Drake classics debate, Kanye’s return, 50 Cent vs TI, and the viral topics shaping the culture right now. Real talk, real perspective.

In this episode, we react to Lil Yachty calling “Rapper’s Delight” wack on Bootleg Kev and break down Michael Eric Dyson’s take on Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.” We also share a behind the scenes story about the planned New Money supergroup, while Stat Quo reflects on college, real-life essentials, and why he’s done with disingenuous apologies in the industry.