“Everyday a holiday in my household… We still have our Christmas tree up” ~ Hot Boy Turk

In this exclusive Skipping Class interview, Hot Boy Turk opens up like never before — taking us from the legendary Cash Money Records era to the ups and downs of life, fatherhood, and music after prison.

🎤 Turk reflects on:

    •    The early Hot Boys days with Lil Wayne, Juvenile, and B.G.

    •    The real studio chemistry and wildest moments from their rise

    •    What really happened behind the scenes with Cash Money

    •    Prison time, mental strength, and spiritual growth

    •    Becoming a husband and father

    •    His message for young street rappers today

    •    His new album ‘Joseph’ and the “You Too Movement” new single 

    •    Whether he feels he got his flowers and what’s next

From real pain to powerful lessons, Turk is a walking testimony and he drops gems every step of the way. 🎯

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In this exclusive sit-down on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report, rising star NGB Don sits with Lalaa Shepard to share how he turned his biggest insecurity—his speech impediment—into his superpower that’s now inspiring millions.

From blending comedy with music and breaking out with his hit single “Stutter” featuring Kevin Gates, to setting the internet on fire with “Ain’t My Kind,” NGB Don opens up about his viral journey, staying authentic, and carving his own lane in the entertainment industry.

We also get into his new partnership with UnitedMasters, public reactions to his image, being betrayed by former friends, and powerful advice for artists who are blowing up but don’t know how to build long-term success.

This is more than an interview—it’s a blueprint for turning pain into purpose.

Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report sits down with Tamika Scott of the legendary group Xscape and her daughter, rising rap star Young Niyah, in a new edition of Skipping Class for a powerful conversation about family, music, and building a legacy.

From Young Niyah turning down a full-ride college scholarship to pursue music, to Tamika Scott sharing the lessons she’s learned as an icon, this mother-daughter duo gets real about:

    •    Growing up around music and the pressures of being a celebrity’s child.

    •    The rise of female rappers and the changing landscape of women in music.

    •    How Rich Homie Quan, Chainz, and ATL culture influenced Young Niyah.

    •    Balancing authenticity while creating their own lanes in the industry.

This is a raw, inspiring, and must-watch interview for music lovers and anyone chasing their dreams.

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Dee Mula skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about coming up in Memphis, Tennessee, getting signed to NLess ENT, recently appearing on YTB Fatt’s new album, “Blow My High” song taking off on social media, being the first rapper to wear 2 watches at once, fatherhood and raising all boys and wanting a daughter.  

“Social media f*cked the world up” ~ Bloody Jay

Atlanta living legend Bloody Jay skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about serving prison time during Covid, offers advice to parents coming home from prison, Bloody speaks on his mental health and life adjustments after serving 5 years behind bars, music with Future, Sauce Walka, OJ Da Juiceman, how he released music while in prison, relationships with other Atlanta rappers, details for his upcoming album with super producer Will A Fool, and defines our keyword “progress”.

In this powerful episode of The Progress Report, we sit down with G and Clif Tha Supa Producer to explore their groundbreaking project “The Tour” — a movement blending hip hop, physical fitness, and mental health awareness.

During the episode we dive into:

    •    Their background as DJs and how the project was created

    •    The connection between hip hop culture and emotional healing

    •    Thoughts on YSL, Young Thug, and the politics of justice

    •    Their ties to the Department of Justice, Obama, and political aspirations

    •    Why they believe progress doesn’t always have to come with a cost

    •    Their take on fitness, community support, and Black wellness

    •    Reflections on Trump, Kamala Harris, and the role of music in advocacy

    •    And why the keyword “progress” means more now than ever

“If you force feed your content, they will eventually have to give it a chance” ~ Fresco Trey 

Memphis, Tennessee artist Fresco Trey skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his journey to becoming an independent artist after being signed to a major record label, force feeding music to fans, independent checks, tour experience with DeeBaby on his Ms. Salazar Tour and upcoming tour with K Camp.

African artist, music producer, and battle rapper, Flexxx360 skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about incorporating reggae into his music and recent singles, “S*x” sampling Mad Cobra and “Physical”, rapping since age 8, independent grind, and Roc Nation partnership.

“Being a black man, you’re already a target” ~ Yung Drama

Yung Drama skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about how he got involved in rapper Ca$h Out’s state RICO case, serving as an artist liaison based out of North Carolina and Atlanta, Ca$h Out being in prison for over 5 years and being cellmates with YFN Lucci, fatherhood and having to get his son a therapist after dealing with such a traumatic situation, and defines our keyword “progress”. 

“Next Gen NYC reality TV show has made me more aware of how people’s true colors can come out randomly” ~ Riley Burruss

Riley Burruss speaks with The Progress Report media correspondent MikFlyy about growing up in the public eye, being the child of a celebrity, ‘Next Gen NYC’ reality TV show, preparing to become an entertainment lawyer, and defines our keyword “progress”.