In this episode, Astonish, Javy (Havito), Q, and Reap dive into a wide range of real-life stories, music, and culture. They start with a heated discussion on Chicago’s crime statistics vs. the reality of the city’s beauty and resilience, pushing back against the negative media portrayals with personal anecdotes.

From there, Havito opens up about falling ill and suspecting hand, foot, and mouth disease, while Q shares the challenges of getting his kids back into the school routine.

The conversation then shifts into music and entertainment:

• Astonish recounts attending a Chris Brown concert, praising his performance and highlighting the vibes of Chicago women.
• The crew recalls their favorite live shows — Wu-Tang Clan & Nas (Havito), Earth, Wind & Fire & Chicago (Q), and Linkin Park with Chester Bennington (Reap).
• This leads into a deep discussion on mental health and the struggles artists face.

Q brings an inspiring segment on financial literacy — touching on budgeting, increasing income, job-hopping, and side hustles — all rooted in his own journey of overcoming financial setbacks.

They also cover some eye-opening current events:

• A prisoner who “died” and argued his life sentence should be over.
• Chance the Rapper’s famous ad-lib being inspired by Mac Miller.
• Bill Burr spotted at a Clipse concert.
• Micah Parsons trade rumors.

In rapid-fire fashion, they close with quick takes on Funk Flex leaving Hot 97, Chuck E. Cheese being arrested (yes, really), Young Thug’s legal battles, and Drake buying Tupac memorabilia.

The show wraps with a nostalgic segment: what childhood experiences they’d bring back, from forest preserve birthday parties and block parties to Saturday morning cartoons.

This week on The AstonishinglyODD Podcast, Astonish, Hi $peed, and Javy link up for a wild ride through sports, music, and real-life moments. 💥

The crew kicks things off with family highlights—Astonish shares moments from his niece’s birthday and a baby shower, while Javy talks about closing a condo deal and working on his long-awaited cartoon project. From there, it’s straight into the headlines:

🏀 NBA Legends & Controversy – Derrick Rose’s jersey retirement, John Wall’s retirement announcement, and his bold claim about being “better than D. Rose.”

🏆 Big3 & Women’s Hoops – Mario Chalmers secures the Big3 chip, Ice Cube tries to lure Caitlin Clark, and the guys debate A’ja Wilson vs. Paige Bueckers.

🏈 Shilo Sanders Waived – Breaking down what looks like bias against Deion Sanders and his sons.

🌭 2,600 Hot Dogs from a Helicopter?! – The Joliet Slammers’ bizarre world record stunt.

🎭 Tragedy & Drama in Comedy – Remembering comedian Reggie Carroll and unpacking wild accusations involving Katt Williams.

🎶 Lil Nas X Goes Viral (Again) – From hotel antics to strutting L.A. streets in tighty whities & boots.

🤼 Rampage Jackson’s Son Snaps – An off-script wrestling attack that brought in the LAPD.

🥊 Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis – Is it a legit fight or just another money grab?

🗳️ Politics & Power Plays – Trump sends the National Guard to Chicago, Gavin Newsom claps back, and the crew calls out double standards.

📚 Black Fact Segment – Hi $peed digs into the dark history of Madame Delphine LaLaurie, exposing her brutal treatment of enslaved people.

The episode wraps with laughs, heated debates, and a reminder: like, comment, and subscribe to join the conversation.

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Intro & Weekly Life Updates

15:00 – Derrick Rose, John Wall & NBA Talk

22:00 – Mario Chalmers & Big3 Women’s Basketball Debate

26:30 – Shilo Sanders Waived by Bucs

29:10 – Joliet Slammers’ Hot Dog Drop

33:00 – RIP Reggie Carroll & Katt Williams Allegations

36:50 – Lil Nas X’s Viral Meltdown

41:30 – Rampage Jackson’s Son Wrestling Incident

47:00 – Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis

55:00 – Consequence vs Pusha T

1:03:29 – Trump, National Guard & Politics

1:10:00 – Michael Jackson vs. Tupac Story

1:13:45 – Hi $peed’s Black Fact: Madame LaLaurie

1:20:30 – Closing Thoughts & Outro

🔥 Don’t forget to hit that bell so you never miss an episode. Drop your thoughts in the comments—who you rocking with: D. Rose or John Wall? Caitlin Clark or A’ja Wilson? Jake Paul or Gervonta Davis?

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In this episode of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast, Astonish, Javito, and Jamari dive into everything from personal milestones to wild headlines. Javito kicks things off with stories about his daughter starting a new school year and his bruises from a high-intensity paintball match, sparking a bigger conversation on teachers’ value and pay. Jamari opens up about paternity leave after the birth of his child, his return to making beats, and a new partnership with Wonder Studios.

The crew then unpacks current events, from Omar Gooding’s feud with Cam’ron to the messy Remy Ma and Papoose drama, before debating what they’d do if they stumbled on $600 million in drug money. They critique Lil Yachty’s controversial George Floyd bar, react to Sha’Carri Richardson’s domestic violence arrest, and share raw takes on accountability in relationships. Astonish adds a personal story about being dragged into a school fight, highlighting the tough situations men face.

Things wrap up on a lighter note with the Savannah Bananas’ baseball antics, “Mexican Jordans,” and offbeat news about turning plastic into gas. As always, the conversation is unpredictable, unfiltered, and undeniably odd.

Episode 20 – Two & A Possible

Astonish, Javy, and Chris iLL come to the table with a full deck of laughs, hot takes, and jaw-dropping stories. The crew kicks things off with Javy’s trip to Disneyland and Santa Monica—complete with thrilling rides, beach vibes, and a near-catastrophe involving a rogue e-bike. Chris iLL admits to a painfully uneventful week, made worse by missing a Bears preseason game, which sparks a debate on whether preseason really matters and a deep dive into Shador Sanders’ potential.

From there, they slide into sports history—calling out baseball’s diversity problem, showing love to Shohei Ohtani’s dominance, and giving Frank Thomas his overdue flowers. Things get spicier with a talk on cancel culture, BET axing award shows, and Will Smith’s ongoing redemption arc.

But it’s not all pop culture—when the dangerous Nicki Minaj stiletto challenge leaves an influencer with a broken spine, the hosts get real about the dark side of social media. Javy then takes things out of this world with a wild theory about a possible alien arrival in November 2025, involving an unidentified object (AI3 Atlas) hurtling toward Earth.

The episode wraps with a petty-gone-pro legal victory: Izzy pockets $500K from his ex after an epic asset-transfer plot twist. As always, they close with shout-outs, big laughs, and thanks to their listeners.

🔥 Why You’ll Click: Theme park chaos, sports drama, viral challenge disasters, aliens, AND a revenge payout? This episode deals nothing but face cards.

The crew is back and spiraling down a wild ride of comedy, controversy, and chaos in Episode 19 of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast!

Astonish, Javy, Hi $peed, and Reap go off the rails as they break down:

🔥 Javy’s “MVP” basketball moment (and the teammate who held him back)

😂 Astonish clowning a dude who looked 45 at 19

🎌 Hi $peed building cup noodle machines with the Japanese plug

🚗 Reap’s dad duties, Target runs, and Spanish struggles

😳 A WNBA dildo toss that shook the league

🎤 Justin Timberlake's “low energy” return

🎶 Lauryn Hill’s lateness vs. legend status

💸 Joey Bada$$ vs. Columbia Records

🎮 Gilbert Arenas snitching over gambling

🧼 MLB trades, Cam Newton vs. Gillie, and a $73M Super Soaker win?!

🔔 New episodes now drop EVERY THURSDAY!

📱 Tap in, like, and subscribe for unfiltered barbershop banter meets podcast gold.

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Episode 18 – “40 & Still Outside” | The AstonishinglyODD Podcast

In this episode of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast, Astonish, Javy (aka Javito), and Reap (aka The Reapster) reunite to unpack their eventful weeks, dive into pop culture hot topics, and share personal stories with their signature blend of insight and humor.

Javy (aka Javito) kicks things off with a glowing review of the film Sinners, praising its bluesy soundtrack, post-slavery themes, and inclusive casting — calling it an instant classic. He also recaps a busy weekend at Wicker Park Fest and a birthday party.

Reap (aka The Reapster) opens up about a life-changing switch in medication that’s helped relieve chronic pain and sparked noticeable weight loss. He reflects on the challenge of playing soccer with younger talent and shares that his son recently quit the sport.

Astonish celebrates his milestone 40th birthday, recounting a romantic dinner at Maple & Ash and a family celebration arranged by his girlfriend. He also details a wild night at the Cash Money 30th Anniversary Concert with Q, featuring performances by State Property, The LOX, Juvenile, BG, and Birdman — plus hilarious run-ins with a parking scam and local hustlers.

The crew dives into current events, including:

• The reported death of Ozzy Osbourne
• Hulk Hogan’s ongoing racist controversy
• Quinton “Rampage” Jackson’s chaotic livestream behavior
• Jada Pinkett Smith’s new takes on the Will Smith/Chris Rock slap

They debate Will Smith’s Lyrical Lemonade freestyle and whether Ma$e still has bars. A conversation on the decline of modern R&B leads to a harsh critique of Justin Timberlake’s recent performance.

They also examine the controversial “Return to the Land” community, ask whether Jerry Jones is racist, and break down the Joyner Lucas vs. Skepta rap battle — siding with Joyner’s lyrical venom.

To wrap things up, they question if clubbing after 40 is still a vibe, then share their childhood fears and superstitions in the fan-favorite “Kid Again” segment. Shoutouts go to Papi Beatz, and there’s a teaser for upcoming guests.

On this powerful episode of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast, Astonish is joined by his brothers Javy, Chris iLL, and Reap, along with special guest Papi Beatz, whose career has seen the highest highs—and some unexpected lows.

The crew opens with their weekly check-ins:

• Javy recaps a concert and high school reunion BBQ
• Chris iLL shares a chill week watching baseball and UFC, plus some betting losses
• Reap stays in grind mode, wrapping up a building project
• Papi Beatz reveals he was recently fired—but also won his unemployment case, and he's now diving deep into the world of AI

Papi takes center stage as he shares his remarkable music journey, including:

• Touring with Beyoncé and Justin Bieber
• Collaborations with Kanye West, Ty Dolla $ign, and Lil B
• Earning gold plaques—and later facing public controversy that nearly ended it all

He opens up about being canceled, the toll it took on him, and how he’s rebuilding his career through accountability, growth, and innovation, especially with AI in music.

The conversation explores:

• AI's role in the creative space and how Papi uses it in his work
• The ethics and risks of artificial intelligence replacing artists
• Timbaland signing an AI artist
• The wild rap battle between Cam’ron and ChatGPT

The crew also touches on:

• The Clipse album sales and why merch/touring dominate artist revenue
• Quick hits in the NBA: the Bulls’ rookie struggles and Chris Paul’s Clippers return
• The viral “Stud Buds” moment at the WNBA All-Star Game
• Chris iLL’s letdown at a Wu-Tang concert

And for this week’s “AstonishinglyODD Fact”, Javy drops a funny one about how crickets can tell the temperature—yep, seriously.

The episode wraps with a wild story from Astonish about the time he accidentally almost killed Papi Beatz… by introducing him to Molly.

Bonus Episode – Please Stand By

In this special bonus drop of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast, Astonish, Javy, Chris iLL, Reap, and Hi $peed reconnect for a laid-back, joke-filled catch-up covering life updates, movies, dancing, and more.

Javy kicks things off by sharing quality time with his daughter while watching K-Pop Demon Hunters on Netflix. He praises its vibrant Spider-Verse-style animation and entertaining plot, where K-pop idols battle demons with music and swords. That sparks a discussion about anime like Demon Slayer and how styles are starting to blend. Javy also recounts attending a barbecue at Jerry’s and getting humbled on the basketball court by a group of high schoolers—cue the jokes about aging knees and young athleticism.

Chris iLL recaps his week with updates on work, betting, and his monthly “gent dinner” with friends—complete with lasagna, meatballs, salad, garlic bread, and canoli. He draws a hard line at fruitcake and jokes fly about Italian mob movies and food traditions.

Hi $peed checks in with good vibes, saying he’s glad to be back on the mic with the team.

Reap celebrates his wife’s birthday, takes his kids to see the latest Jurassic Park (good for kids, not a classic), and hits a comedy show at Zanies with Australian comedian Amos Gill. He and his wife close the night with some dancing to early 2000s music, and the crew gets a laugh out of Reap’s surprising rhythm. Javy shares that he recently took a dance class too, leading to a hilarious discussion about how dancing is a cheat code—even if you’re not the best-looking in the club. Everyone agrees they should’ve learned earlier in life.

Astonish reflects on working nonstop for three weeks and looks forward to a well-earned birthday break, which happens to fall on their usual pod day. His girl has a surprise planned, and he shouts out the 757 in Virginia, reacting to a recent Pharrell comment. He also shares a funny moment helping his mom with some errands, joined by Javy, whose mishaps led to an unexpected Home Depot run. To wrap up, he defends splurging on a high-end 4K baby monitor during Prime Day, despite his girl pushing for a cheaper option.

The episode ends with the crew sliding into a commercial break—wrapping up another ODD-style classic filled with real laughs and good energy.

Episode 16 – “Technical Difficulties”

On this episode of The AstonishinglyODD Podcast, Astonish, Javy, Chris iLL, and Reap lock in to discuss the long-awaited Clipse album, “Let God Sort 'Em Out.” The crew shares their excitement and overall love for the project, praising the razor-sharp lyricism of both Pusha T and Malice. Malice’s verse on “FICO” gets special attention, with the hosts highlighting his delivery and growth—and pointing out how Kendrick Lamar mirrors their cadence on his feature.

A heated debate follows: Who had the best verse on the album? Each host makes a case, analyzing bars, flows, and production. They also break down the album's rollout—from the Tiny Desk performance to key interviews—and question whether Pharrell’s presence on the album might’ve been a bit too heavy.

The conversation shifts to the state of hip-hop, reacting to Drake’s recent comments about UK lyricists and diving into a light-hearted debate about A-list vs. B-list rappers. Chris iLL stirs the pot by putting Fabolous in the B-tier, which sparks a lively exchange. Names like Jay-Z, Kendrick, Nas, Biggie, Tupac, Eminem, and Snoop Dogg all come up.

The crew then hits NBA news, unpacking Kevin Durant’s trade to the Houston Rockets and the controversy over his jersey number. They also touch on the rumors swirling around Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion.

To close out, they respond to feedback about their take on the film “Sinners.” The hosts dive into the cinematography and argue whether it’s a film that needs to be seen in theaters to be fully appreciated—before signing off in classic AstonishinglyODD fashion.

Episode 15 – “Sweet Home Chicago”

In this episode of The Astonishingly Odd Podcast, hosts Astonish, Javy, and Reap kick things off with personal reflections from the past week—including Javy’s heartfelt celebration of his grandmother’s 95th birthday. Their conversation flows into topics of aging, raising children later in life, and the importance of being present in the moment.

The energy ramps up as Javy and Astonish revive their playful basketball rivalry, reminiscing on past games and plotting a future rematch—with cameras rolling. The friendly trash talk and competitive spirit spark laughter and nostalgia.

The crew then dives into current events, unpacking the latest on Diddy’s legal troubles and the controversy surrounding the Epstein list. They also explore reactions to Drake’s new album and share admiration for Derrick Rose’s lasting impact on Chicago.

Tragedy and concern enter the conversation as the hosts address recent violence in Chicago, including a mass shooting at a mixtape release party and the heartbreaking case of a mother battling schizophrenia. These moments underscore the need for greater mental health resources and community support.

Additional topics include the “No Diddy” movement, 50 Cent’s 50th birthday celebration, and surprising stories from Tim Allen’s past. The hosts give a candid review of the film Sinners, praising its visuals and message but noting the hype may have outpaced the payoff.

They wrap up with thoughts on a rumored split between Stefon Diggs and Cardi B over a BBL-related issue, followed by a nostalgic dive into childhood video game memories. As always, the episode ends with appreciation for their listeners.