Be about your business, stand ten toes down and get it -- and WORK! 🕊️

This week’s episode is packed with energy, memories, and a few surprises along the way. We kick things off by paying tribute to Young Scooter, a true staple in our hip-hop journey, sharing some of our favorite moments, lines, and albums that still resonate today. Then, we dive into the heart of festival season — Rolling Loud, ULTRA, Dreamville, Coachella — and ask the real question: what artists do we even have left to see? Plus, we talk about the wild new wave of viral DJ mixes, and how music itself might be shifting right before our eyes as the country introduces very controversial tariffs. From protests shaking up the entertainment world to everyday life and beyond, we’re covering it all.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a full episode without celebration! Join us as we toast to J5's birthday, highlighting the many lessons learned within his thirties and the rewarding journey that comes with building new bonds with your parents.

Extended feature, bonus credits and all -- you can trust us on the spoilers, though.🍿

Pafifi is back in the BlkPrint Studios as we take an unexpected dive into our exciting Severance catch up, including why we’re loving it so far and the Leonardo points we've been doing for the Step Brothers cast. Then, we crack open Hollywood’s messy past, from the anti-wokeness of Tropic Thunder to the insanity (to say the least) of 1986's Soul Man -- perfect setups for the main event!

Meanwhile, J5 continues his legendary streak of screwing up his tires, leading to some masterful “spinning yarn” at the dealership for a new electric car. We also chat WWE unfortunately linking up with Tony Hinchcliffe for WrestleMania, the questionable moments on Playboi Carti’s new album MUSIC and to top it all off, we put 86 HBO Originals to the test with our tier rankings.

Tap in for the chaos!

📀 ThrowBLKs is back with a deep dive into the origins of one of Ontario’s most influential voices — PARTYNEXTDOOR. We're taking it back to PND 1 & PND 2, the projects that laid the foundation for PARTY’s signature sound and helped define the decade's new wave of moody, lo-fi R&B.

🔊 We’re talking:
✅ The Early Years of PARTY – from his beginnings as a songwriter to his signing with OVO Sound and the challenge that comes with handling success as a songwriter.
✅ The Fan-Fueled Debate – Did listeners' early comparisons to The Weeknd help carve his own lane outside of pop superstardom?
✅ Track-By-Track Breakdown – Revisiting the PND 1 & PND 2 standouts and ranking the records we’d put in a battle against any in his catalog.
✅ The 2010s Strip Club Era – How PARTY’s music fit perfectly into this time, and the allure of the Miami nightlife for out of towners.
✅ Surprising Samples – The 90's R&B gems and unexpected electronic flips behind these two classics and how they shaped the production.

🎶 Whether you were outside when "Break from Toronto" first dropped or you're just now catching up on one of the blueprints of modern R&B, this episode is a must-listen. Tap in!

🔊 Tune in every month on Patreon as ThrowBLKs covers more of our favorite albums from different eras in music -- all genres are on the table! As a patron, you'll be able to enjoy these bonuses early before they're released for all listeners.

The curtain closes on a legendary chapter, but the memories, moments and impact from RSWD will last forever.

J5 and MC are back for another episode filled with hoops, history and heavy nostalgia. J5 shares his experience at his first-ever Lakers game, watching LeBron and Anthony Edwards go head-to-head in the Big Cryp. Did Ant end up making a believer out of J5 for the next face of the league? Best sneakers out, best clips on Netflix -- think about it!

The conversation then shifts to a somber note, as we react to the news that Fairfax staple The Hundreds closes its doors after 18 years. J5 reflects on his career journey with the brand, growing as a marketer and a person throughout a historic moment in LA. Hear all of his favorite Hundreds moments — including one featuring Young Thug, 21 Savage, and Drake — and the vision he was honored to help build. The crew also discusses what lies ahead for the Fairfax District, the evolution of streetwear in the past two decades, as well as our all-time favorite Hundreds pieces.

We also chat frustration with internet trolls, brief Oscars predictions and much more. Tap in for another unfiltered conversation with Don’t Steal This Podcast! 🎧🔥

No matter how stressful life gets, don't say the five words of doom.

This week on Don't Steal This Podcast, Pafifi returns with a new special guest who is definitely not new to our RNC faithful, Cyrus! Hear all four of us catch up on life, as well as our latest ThrowBLKs episode covering Rich Gang: Tha Tour. Who knew that we'd unexpectedly become a top-ranked YouTube result that fast? They dive into hip-hop’s evolving aesthetics, from Playboi Carti’s ever-changing phases to Kanye West’s latest crash-out controversies. The conversation weaves through industry stories, Hollywood encounters, new beginnings in Cyrus' move to California and our call to preserve culture through the internet's current favorite term, "YN".

Tap in for another wild ride full of deep cuts, rap debates, and off-the-rails tangents that make Don't Steal This Podcast what it is. Hit play and join the convo! 🎧🔥

📀 ThrowBLKs is back for 2025 with a full retrospective on one of the most influential mixtapes of the 2010s —Rich Gang: Tha Tour Part 1. With its 10 year anniversary this past September, we break down what made this project so unique, culture-shifting and somewhat tragic as time passed between its two promising stars, Young Thug and Rich Homie Quan.

🔊 We’re talking:
✅ The magic and chemistry between Thug and Quan — where do they rank in rap's duos?
✅Tha Tour Part 1’s legacy on the Atlanta sound with multiple appearances from Migos, Peewee Longway, Bloody Jay and many others that shaped the New Atlanta.
✅ The era of DatPiff & LiveMixtapes — why so much music from this time is lost media and the importance of preserving these classics.
✅Birdman’s role in bringing the project together — is he the most underappreciated part of this era?
✅ Why and how Thug & Quan’s careers took two very different paths after this tape — is this a moment that could never be duplicated?

🎶 From the unforgettable hooks and anthems ("Milk Marie," "Flava," "Tell Em") to the multiple attempts to peak our mics with melodies, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who lived through the blog era mixtape days or wants to understand the DNA of modern rap.

🔊 Tune in every month on Patreon as ThrowBLKs covers more of our favorite albums from different eras in music -- all genres are on the table! As a patron, you'll be able to enjoy these bonuses early before they're released for all listeners.

New on The BlkPrint: 'Don't Steal This Podcast' Featuring RNC RADIO Veteran & J5's Best Man, Pafifi!

In this week's episode, J5 sits down with his longtime friend Pafifi for a deep dive into two of the most pressing topics of the moment: the annoying hoops job seekers jump through in today’s recruiting scene and the frenzy surrounding TikTok’s looming ban and possible sale. With J5 fresh off rounds of interviews and weeks of anticipation, the two discuss the pitfalls of an exhausting hiring process, why recruiters can be so elusive, and what it all means for folks trying to land a solid gig right now. Meanwhile, as social media users brace for TikTok’s uncertain future, they unpack the online upheaval, questioning whether the app is simply too big to fail after the ban swindle.

Throughout the episode, J5 and Pafifi also find time to explore the lighter side of life: from the proper etiquette of flopping on plans to the excellence of AMC Burbank, plus the latest wave of boycotts against major corporations and the boom in sports-betting mania. Of course, we couldn’t help but share how “American Pie” and “Not Another Teen Movie” triggered adulthood for many kids in the early 2000s.

Don’t miss out on this jam-packed conversation! Subscribe to our Patreon for exclusive access to 'Don't Steal This Podcast' and catch every new episode before everyone else.

A Special Week for 'Don't Steal This Podcast': Our First Guest Joins Us at BlkPrint Studios!

This week, J5 kicks off the latest episode of 'DSTP' alongside none other than Armon Sadler of 'The A Show'! The two meet face-to-face for the very first time after five years of friendship and countless collaborations. Their long awaited link-up unfolds just hours before an unforgettable night at the Intuit Dome for the Netflix premiere of WWE RAW.

Together, these seasoned journalists dive into the evolving music landscape of 2025. They explore what the GRAMMYs might have in store for hip-hop, reflect on the highs and lows of superstardom while discussing Lil Baby and Bad Bunny's latest projects, and emphasize the value of building your own lane in the era of "first-person journalism." All our aspiring journalists will love the revelations, regrets and lessons shared.

Don't miss this exciting episode—and stay tuned every week for fresh guests and bold conversations as 'Don't Steal This Podcast' continues to break new ground, exclusively on The BlkPrint Network!

Our first episode of the year kicks off the year with a brand-new series under the BlkPrint umbrella, highlighted by a very small request!

In the debut of Don't Steal This Podcast, we reveal exciting changes for the show, including a sleek new logo and revamped Patreon tiers, while reflecting on a rollercoaster 2024. We also discuss the devastating Los Angeles fires, share our experiences, and address the internet’s questionable takes. Plus, J5 celebrates a decade in LA and recaps a star-studded night at WWE’s Netflix premiere of RAW with Josh Peas, Armon Sadler and Wale. Thank you for your support as we kick off an incredible 2025 at The BlkPrint!

A present for the BlkPrint faithful: our return to ThrowBLKs with the greatest Future mixtape ever, Monster! 🎁

Picking up where we left off with our deep dive into his sophomore album, Honest, we follow the Freebandz leader at a pivotal crossroads in his journey. Could his pop-driven success have led to overexposure? Was it time to strip everything back and reconnect with the raw, unfiltered sound that first made him a star? With Monster, Future not only answered these questions but also delivered one of the most influential mixtapes of the 2010s. In this ThrowBLKs special, we’re diving track by track into the timeless verses that shaped the project, unpacking the stories and emotions behind each record, and exploring how this mixtape set the stage for Future’s domination of hip-hop’s landscape.

Join us as we celebrate Monster’s legacy—from the haunting vulnerability of our favorite records to the gritty anthems and hilarious ad-libs and that still resonate today.