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February 16 Chicago artist RND Manolo speaks on having a full-time trucking job to support rap career, opening for YKNIECE sold-out concert
Chicago artist RND Manolo joins Lalaa Shepard for a new episode of Skipping Class, presented by The Progress Report, to talk about his journey as an independent artist and the reality behind the grind.
He shares insight on growing up in Chicago, working a full-time trucking job to support his music career, opening up for YKNIECE at her sold-out show, and turning pain, loss, and life experiences into motivation. RND Manolo also explains why independence requires discipline, sacrifice, and belief in your vision.
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21 min
February 14 GloRilla vs Her Sister Gets Messy 😳 + Cardi B & Stefon Diggs Split? Bad Bunny Super Bowl Backlash!
The Lunch Table is back and the conversations are getting real.
Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report Media Group is hosted by LaLaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL, bringing unfiltered culture commentary, hip-hop debate, and real-life perspective to today’s biggest headlines.
This week’s episode dives into the viral tension between GloRilla and her older sister after claims involving money, entitlement, and a reported $2,500 FLAT situation. We unpack:
• Are family members automatically entitled to your success?
• Should you give loved ones a lump sum or a monthly allowance?
• Do social pressures create unrealistic expectations when someone “makes it”?
• Are GloRilla’s feelings valid?
The conversation expands into morals, sibling dynamics, maintaining boundaries, and what happens when fame meets family.
We also break down the Super Bowl halftime moment featuring Bad Bunny and the broader conversation around culture, international influence, and NFL backlash. Is the league shifting toward a more global audience? Why does cultural representation create such strong reactions?
Cardi B made headlines again — from tour moves to rumors surrounding her relationship with Stefon Diggs. Is this a case of toxicity? Internet assumptions? Or simply two public figures living publicly?
Plus we get into:
• Ja Rule vs Uncle Murda & Tony Yayo — are rappers too old to still be beefing?
• 50 Cent’s commentary and industry narratives
• LaRussell signing to Roc Nation
• Culture accountability and growth within hip-hop
As always, The Progress Report blends entertainment, accountability, and progressive conversation.
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1 hr 51 min
February 12 Detroit OG Drunken Mas speaks on on Big Meech, BMF, Suge Knight, 10 Years in Prison & Biden Pardon
On this episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report, Detroit OG Drunken Mas sits down for an unfiltered conversation about his journey through the streets, the music industry, federal prison, and redemption.
Mass reflects on growing up in Detroit and working as a street promoter during the Death Row era, including his early relationship with Suge Knight. He also speaks on his bond with Big Meech and Southwest Tee, the BMF era, and navigating loyalty, controversy, and public opinion.
After serving 10 years in federal prison, Drunken Mas opens up about what incarceration taught him — and how it became the foundation for something bigger. While behind bars, he began writing his book ‘Finders Keepers’, which is now available on Amazon. The project is described as the first-ever visual book experience on Amazon — blending storytelling with a cinematic mini-movie component.
Mas also shares what it meant to receive a presidential pardon from Joe Biden, how prison changed his mindset, and how he defines true progress today.
From Coalition DJs Detroit to redemption and reinvention, this is a powerful story of accountability, growth, and evolution.
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34 min
February 03 Gloss Up addresses fall off rumors, QC, finding her passion for music again, Glorilla relationship
“Its like people be wanting me to be who I’m not” ~ Gloss Up
Gloss Up rejoins The Progress Report for the first time since 2022 for a real and honest conversation about her journey through music, reality TV, business, and personal growth. She opens up about the pressure to change her sound, losing herself along the way, and how she found motivation again after stepping back from the industry.
In this episode, Gloss Up talks about launching her lip gloss business, learning to record independently, sampling classic records, working with artists like YFN Lucci and Suki, and the lessons she gained from reality TV experiences including The Impact: Atlanta, Ari influence, and appearances on The Zeus Network.
Gloss Up also touches on mental health, social media negativity, relationships with Glorilla, Big Boss Vette, business growth, and what “progress” truly means to her today.
This is a powerful story of resilience, self-discovery, and leveling up through life’s toughest moments.
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23 min
January 30Nicki Minaj Sparks Trump Debate, Kanye’s Mental Health, Is Atlanta Hip Hop Changing? | Lunch Table Talk
In this episode of Lunch Table Talk presented by The Progress Report, hosts Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt, and DJ eXeL break down the biggest conversations shaking up hip hop and culture right now. F
rom Nicki Minaj going viral for comments about Donald Trump, to deep conversations around Kanye West’s mental health, the crew dives into whether artists should be separated from their controversies. They also touch on Drake’s current run in music, Atlanta hip hop’s evolution, Cardi B and Stefon Diggs, social media platforms shifting the culture, and real-life street conversations happening in the city.
This episode blends real opinions, laughs, and raw perspectives — just like a true lunch table debate.
🎙️ Topics include:
Nicki Minaj & Trump conversation

Kanye West forgiveness + mental health debate

Drake’s career talk

Atlanta hip hop culture shift

Cardi B

Social media’s impact on music

Real street opinions

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2 hr 10 min
January 26 YFN Kay speaks on reuniting with his brother YFN Lucci after prison release, $50K on new grill, Already Legend Tour
YFN Kay rejoins Lalaa Shepard for a new episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report to speak on life after serving three years in prison, reuniting with his brother YFN Lucci, and the powerful journey of growth, sobriety, and family.

In this exclusive conversation, YFN Kay opens up about coming home, celebrating their first Christmas back together, reconnecting with his kids, and stepping back into his roles as a father, big brother, artist, community figure, and music executive. He also shares what it meant to spend $50,000 on his new grill, the lessons prison taught him, and how his mindset and recording process have completely changed.

YFN Kay breaks down the upcoming Already Legend Tour featuring YFN Lucci, Bunna B, YKNIECE, and OMB Peezy, kicking off February 2026, and talks about changing the company name to Already Legend as the movement continues to grow. He also gives his honest thoughts on the current state of hip hop in Atlanta, his new album in the works, and even jokes about his and YFN Lucci’s weight gain since coming home.

This is a powerful story of resilience, brotherhood, and progress.

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22 min
January 24 Amber Shion talks confidence, online trolls, making music with her husband and mom since last year
From Valdosta, Georgia, rising artist Amber Shion joins The Progress Report for an honest and inspiring conversation about her journey in music.
Amber opens up about her musical influences, learning lessons along the way, and the moment she decided to take her music seriously in 2025. She shares how confidence, bold visuals, and staying authentic play a major role in her artistry — plus the unique support system behind her music, from her husband producing her beats to her mom helping her write.
The conversation also dives into work-life balance, maintaining her health and gym routine, navigating streaming growth, her first performance, dream collaborations, and a powerful message for women pursuing music. Amber explains why people should tap into her sound and helps define what “progress” truly means to her.
This episode is a must-watch for independent artists, creatives, and anyone focused on growth, confidence, and purpose. 🎤

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16 min
January 20Big K.R.I.T. Gets Real About Independence, Ownership, & Hip Hop’s Future
“I learned to always stay independent” ~ Big K.R.I.T.
In this powerful episode of Skipping Class, Big K.R.I.T. sits down with host Lalaa Shepard to reflect on his journey, creative independence, and the realities of the music industry. From dedicating an entire album to his beloved car Cadalee Biarritz to producing his own records, K.R.I.T. breaks down what it truly means to stay authentic in hip hop.
He shares stories about growing up in Meridian, Mississippi, learning to play the cello and tuba as a kid, and how Texas influenced his sound and career. K.R.I.T. speaks on driving country roads vs. city life, building commercials for his album, and the challenges of earning respect as both a rapper and producer.
The conversation gets real as he opens up about:
Mental health and the importance of therapy

Why ownership matters in the music industry

Lessons learned from being signed to a major label

His thoughts on the current state of hip hop

Why he believes hip hop artists need a union

Why he wasn’t in Curren$y & Wiz Khalifa’s “Jet Life” video

Breaking down his songs “Boring” and “Miami Bleu”

Collaborating with B.B. King

What brings him peace today

A special message to his fans

This is an honest, insightful look into the mind of one of hip hop’s most respected independent artists.
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28 min
January 16 Lunch Table Talk: Celebrity Drama, Prison Releases, Viral Moments, & Music Industry Talk
Welcome back Classmates! 🎒🔥

We’re kicking off 2026 with our FIRST episode of Lunch Table Talk, and the conversations are REAL!

Hosted by Lalaa Shepard, Boss Britt & DJ eXeL, this episode covers everything trending in hip-hop, pop culture, and the music industry — from viral celebrity moments to serious industry discussions.

🎤 Topics we break down:

• Cardi B responds to Celina Powell
• Offset threatens Stefon Diggs
• Diddy news & upcoming Netflix documentary
• Rappers home from prison + prison updates (Pooh Shiesty, Max B, YFN Lucci, Boosie)
• Fetty Wap support & 300 Ent discussion
• Rappers health journeys
• AI artists taking over the industry
• Should artists sell music directly to fans?
• Netflix entering the podcast space
• Celebrity podcasts & viral moments
• The pressure of numbers vs creativity
• Entrepreneurship talk & CEO mindset

This episode is packed with real opinions, unfiltered conversations, laughs, and industry insight – just like your favorite lunch table at school!

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2 hr 9 min
January 01 CBM Soulja recalls learning Doe B passed away while he was incarcerated, leaving behind 3 daughters, beating 2 life sentences, new music
“Losing Doe B still hurts everybody” ~ CBM Soulja
CBM Soulja sits down with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report for a powerful and emotional conversation about life, loss, and resilience. In this interview, CBM Soulja opens up about learning of Doe B’s passing while he was incarcerated, the pain of losing a close friend, and the impact it had on his life and mindset.
He reflects on beating two life sentences, being locked up while trying to maintain family ties, and the emotional toll of navigating those moments publicly and privately. The conversation also dives into his upbringing in Montgomery, Alabama, his early journey into music, and the deep bond he shared with Doe B — including how Doe B influenced his sound and career. CBM Soulja discusses new music, including his project Turkey Bag Muzik featuring Doe B and Lil Daddy, and speaks on how his experiences shaped the direction of the project.
He also opens up about fatherhood, losing close friends, social media’s impact on real relationships, and the importance of growth, accountability, and purpose.
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31 min

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The Progress Report is more than media—it’s a movement. Founded in Atlanta, we are a premier hip-hop platform dedicated to documenting the culture, amplifying untold stories, and championing the voices that shape the streets and the sound. Through raw interviews, real conversations, and unapologetic content, we bridge the gap between underground talent and mainstream recognition.