The Breaks – KUTX

By KUT & KUTX Studios, Confucius and Fresh

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December 14, 2020Was it Worth it Wayne?
In this episode of The Breaks:
Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about Lil Wayne’s recent legal troubles and wonder if the rapper regrets endorsing Donald Trump.
Both hosts talk about the upcoming Verzuz battle between E-40 and Too $hort.
In this weeks edition of “Random Hip-Hop facts,” Confucius and Fresh focus on Biz Markie and Lupe Fiasco, Twista and Spice 1.
Fresh states the Unpopular Opinion that the recent focus on white representation in hip-hop journalism actually discounts the many contributions of Black journalists.
In his Confucius Says segment, Confucius encourages people to give The Breaks the credit they deserve for elevating Austin’s hip-hop scene.
The Breaks are on every Saturday 10pm-1am on KUTX 98.9.You can hear the latest full broadcast of The Breaks Saturday night show.
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53min
December 14, 2020 Was it Worth it Wanye?
In this episode of The Breaks: Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about Lil Wayne’s recent legal troubles and wonder if the rapper regrets endorsing Donald Trump. Both hosts talk about the upcoming Verzuz battle between E-40 and Too $hort. In this weeks edition of “Random Hip-Hop facts,” Confucius and Fresh focus on Biz Markie and Lupe Fiasco, Twista and Spice...
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54min
December 07, 2020Ashanti vs Keyshia Cole
On this episode of The Breaks:
Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about the upcoming Verzuz battle between Ashanti and Keyshia Cole on Saturday, December 12th.
In this week’s installment of Random Hip-Hop Facts both hosts celebrate Jay-Z’s December 4th birthday with some fun facts about their favorite rapper
Fresh suggests that if people want clout, they need to earn it in this week’s Unpopular Opinion.
In his Confucius Says segment, Confucius tells listeners that if you give someone advice, and they don’t follow it, you should just let it go.
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43min
November 30, 2020Respect Andre 3000
This week on The Breaks, Fresh is flying solo while Confucius is out:
He talks about Young Thug’s reasons for not wanting to work with Andre 3000.
He unpacks Kevin Hart’s conversation with his fans on the Clubhouse app about comments he made about his daughter in his latest standup special.
In the wake of many people’s dismay following the latest release of the Grammy nominations, Fresh states his Unpopular Opinion that Black music deserves to be represented accurately in the Grammy Awards
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29min
November 16, 2020Jeezy vs Gucci Mane
This week on the Breaks
Hosts Confucius and Fresh Talk about the upcoming Verzuz battle between Jeezy and Gucci Mane.
The duo brings the Random Hip-Hop Facts segment back and drops some random facts about UGK & Bun B, Uncle Luke and Snoop Dogg, Yo MTV Raps, MC Hammer and more.
Both hosts talk about TI.’s comments after the death of rapper King Von.
In his Unpopular Opinion, Fresh states that the blog era of the of hip-hop (2005-2015) rivals the golden era of hip-hop (1988-1995).
In his Confucius Says segment, Confucius talks about the speculation surrounding the death of Dallas rapper Mo3 and the shooting of rapper Boosie Badazz and encourages people to mind their own business.
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50min
November 09, 2020Before We Knew…
This episode was recorded on Thursday, November 5th, 2020, before the results of the Presidential election had been announced.
Confucius and Fresh talk about all the drama of election week.
Both hosts discussed Lil Wayne’s decision to endorse Donald Trump.
Confucius and Fresh introduce a new segment — “Random Hip-Hop Facts.”
In his Unpopular Opinion, Fresh asks apolitical people to take a step back.
Confucius gives a shout to all the People of Color who engaged in the political process during this election in his Confucius Says segment.
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41min
November 02, 2020VOTE!!!
On this episode of The Breaks
Hosts Confucius and Fresh talk about how they have already voted
They both talk about D.J. Funkmaster Flex’s recent comments about T.I., and discuss how they feel like his opinion is just another expression of New Yorkers’ disdain for Southern hip-hop.
Fresh states the Unpopular Opinion that Bryson Tiller is overrated.
In his Confucius Says segment Confucius encourages all people, especially Black people, to exercise their right to vote in this election.
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29min
October 26, 2020Busta Rhymes vs. T.I.
On this episode of The Breaks”
Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss Busta Rhymes desire have a Verzuz battle with T.I. and T.I’s consistent refusal to do so. Plus they discuss the upcoming Verzuz battle between T.I. and Jeezy.
Both hosts point out that no one from the Austin City Limits Festival has reached out to them about to talk about the lack of hip-hop on this year’s virtual ACLfest.
In his Unpopular Opinion, Fresh states that homecoming means much more in college than it does in high school, especially if you attend an HBCU.
In his Confucius Says segment, Confucius makes it clear that any artist accused of physical or sexual assault against a woman will no longer be supported by The Breaks
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36min
October 19, 2020WTF Ice Cube?!?
This week on The Breaks
Hosts Confucius and Fresh discuss Ice Cube’s decision to work with the Trump campaign on the “Platinum Plan” for Black America
Both hosts continue their discussion from the last episode about the lack of rap at this year’s virtual ACLfest. They state that even if no national hip-hop acts agreed to allow their performances to be aired, the organizers could have looked to Austin’s local rap scene to have some hip-hop on the bill.
In his Unpopular Opinion, Fresh implores listeners to do their research when it comes to getting involved in politics.
In his Confucius Says Segment Confucius encourages people to remember that life is short, and they shouldn’t involve themselves unnecessarily in other people’s problems.
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49min
October 12, 2020No Rap at ACLfest?!?
Confucius and Fresh share their thoughts on the glaring lack of hip-hop acts on the virtual Austin City Limit Festival Lineup.
Both hosts debate whether or not Gucci Mane is the greatest A&R rep in recent hip-hop history.
Fresh and Confucius express their surprise at learning that Big Sean’s first advance from Kanye after signing to G.O.O.D. Music was $15,000.
In his Unpopular Opinion, Fresh argues that Sauce Walka does not get enough credit.
In his Confucius Says segment, both Confucius and Fresh implore everyone listening to go out and VOTE!
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38min

FAQs about The Breaks – KUTX:

How many episodes does The Breaks – KUTX have?

The podcast currently has 298 episodes available.