The Shoot From The Hip Show

The Shoot From The Hip Show: Uncle Ruckus Called It

The crew is back and hitting the ground running with a mix of H-Town updates and the wildest headlines of the week. We're sipping on some Weller 107, reviewing the "new and improved" Whopper, and recapping March Madness taking over Houston. Plus, we've got big life updates: a new phone, a pending knee replacement, and the official presentation of the Fantasy Football Trophy.

In this episode:

• News: From US-Iran tensions and the State of the Union to the Houston Rodeo's new dress code.

• Sports & Scandals: Why the Seahawks skipped the White House, an NFL coach caught in an affair, and a college coach facing serious "pimping" charges.

• Culture: Mama Tina's gumbo reviews, Mo Amer's comedy show, and the breastfeeding debate at HEB.

• The F*ckery: Offset, Pooh Shiesty, and Charleston White macing Young Thug. We also dive into The Breakfast Club's move to Netflix and T.I. vs. 50 Cent.

• Michael "5000" Watts Passing: The Houston hip-hop community is mourning the loss of Michael "5000" Watts, the legendary founder of Swishahouse Records, who passed away on January 30, 2026. A celebration of his life was scheduled for February 16, 2026, in Houston.
• Don Lemon Arrest: Former CNN host Don Lemon was arrested in late January 2026 while covering an anti-ICE protest at a church in St. Paul, Minnesota. He recently pleaded not guilty to federal civil rights charges on February 13, 2026.
• Winter Olympics: The 2026 Winter Olympics are currently underway in Italy (Milan-Cortina).
• Unrest in Minnesota: The state has seen significant tension involving anti-ICE protests and federal enforcement actions.

• New Releases: The episode notes mention new albums from J. Cole and DaBaby, as well as Sexyy Redd's take on a Michael Jackson classic.
• Sports: The show announced the winner of their Fantasy Football league, following the recent Super Bowl (Super Bowl LX).
• Personal Updates: The hosts discussed personal topics like "Winning the High School State Championship," "Golf Game Falling Off," and "New Treatment for Bad Knees."

• Check-ins: Messages from regular contributors like Dj The Dj and KD Davis.
• Controversies: Discussions on Kanye's latest apology, Jim Jones vs. Dame Dash, and Corey Holcomb's recent comments.

- WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO - Made it Through the Holidays, Dealing With Arthritis, Bonding With The Mother-In-Law, Participating in the UH vs LSU Pregame Ceremony, Broke a TV, Interesting Golf Challenge, Entry Fee at the Hang Out Spot, Guest Caught Filming

- NEWS - Venezuela Overtaking, Bear Living Under a California Home, Shooting at Brown University, Metcalf's Suspension, DJI Drones Getting Backlash, TikTok Star's Car Found With a Dead Girl in it, Michigan Coach Fired After Infidelity, Isiah Whitlock Jr Passed away - Sheeeeeeeeit,

- WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO - Celebrating Veteran's Day, Took a Trip to Jacksonville FLA, Dealing With Knee Issues

- NEWS - US Bombs Drug Boats, China Rations Toilet Paper, Renovation at the White House

- BREAK - Les BBQ

- F*CKERY/LISTENER FEEDBACK - Cash Money vs No Limit, Young Bleed Passed Away, Boosie Ain't Raising a Snitch, Angel Reese Walks for Victoria's Secret, Nicki Minaj Goes at Cardi B, Antonio Brown Gets Arrested For Attempted Murder, The Shoot From The Ship Show Fantasy Football Record

• Political Assassination: While the query mentions a political assassination, no specific details are available in the provided search results.
• Airlines and Oversized Passengers: Southwest Airlines will require oversized passengers occupying adjacent seats to pay for two seats, beginning in January 2026. Refunds for the second seat are possible under specific conditions (flight departs with an empty seat, both seats purchased in the same fare class).
• Cracker Barrel Backtracks on Rebrand: Cracker Barrel reversed its controversial rebrand and logo change and ended its relationship with the design firm responsible, according to the Toledo Blade and Investopedia. The company also announced leadership and organizational structure changes to reinforce its focus on guest experience.
• Wisconsin Man Fakes Death, Sentenced: Ryan Borgwardt, who faked his death in a kayaking accident and fled the country, was sentenced to 89 days in jail after pleading no contest to a misdemeanor charge of obstruction. He was also ordered to pay $30,000 in search costs.
• Conjoined Twins Update: Abby and Brittany Hensel, conjoined twins, were recently seen in public with a baby. However, Abby Hensel's husband stated that the TikTok account posting about a baby is not owned by his wife, and the twins did not post about having a child.
• Man Jumps Ship to Avoid Debt: A cruise ship passenger, Jey Gonzalez-Diaz, jumped overboard to avoid declaring money and paying off over $16,000 in gambling debt to Royal Caribbean. He was rescued and charged with a federal crime.
• Tylenol and Autism Rumors: In late 2023, a federal judge dismissed Tylenol (acetaminophen) lawsuits alleging a link to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) due to the exclusion of plaintiffs' expert witnesses. However, in September 2025, the White House and Health and Human Services issued new guidance suggesting a potential association between prenatal acetaminophen use and increased risks of ASD and ADHD. Researchers have found no firm evidence of a causal link between in utero acetaminophen exposure and neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Molly Qerim Leaves First Take: Molly Qerim announced her departure from ESPN's First Take after 10 years as host. Sources suggest it was her decision to explore other opportunities.

• Dame Dash and Cam'ron: Cam'ron accused Dame Dash of lying about his role as "Chairman of REVOLT." Cam'ron stated that no one at REVOLT was aware of this role. Dame Dash rejected Cam'ron's offer to executive produce his shows because of ego. Dame Dash threatened a $100 million RICO and defamation lawsuit.
• Pooh Shiesty Released Early: Pooh Shiesty was released early from federal prison on October 6, 2025, and transferred to a halfway house, months before his original release date.
• Bad Bunny and the Super Bowl: Bad Bunny is confirmed as the Super Bowl LX halftime show performer. Carlos Santana supported Bad Bunny and debunked rumors that he criticized the selection.
• Cardi B Releases New Album: Cardi B's second album, "Am I the Drama?", was released on September 19, 2025.
• Young Dolph Murder Trial: Hernandez Govan, accused of orchestrating Young Dolph's murder, was acquitted on all charges in August 2025. The jury foreman explained the verdict in an interview.
• Young Thug Jail Calls Leak: Audio and transcripts of Young Thug's jail calls were leaked, generating media attention and discussions about his relationships and other artists. Drake texted Young Thug after the leak, expressing support.
• Tootie Raww Arrested: Tootie Raww was arrested in September 2025 on charges of possession of a sawed-off shotgun and obstruction of law enforcement officers.
• Drake's Lawsuit Dismissed: Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group regarding Kendrick Lamar's song "Not Like Us" was dismissed by a federal judge. The court ruled that claims tied to the lyrics were protected as opinion.
• Adrien Broner Removed from Show: Adrien Broner was removed from Cam'ron's show "It Is What It Is" after making inappropriate comments.

• Montoyis & Reese's Activities: Discussion of Texans preseason football, preparation for fantasy football leagues, observation of Little League football scrimmages, the host bringing a boy to Reese's house, a trip to Destin, Florida, and spending time at Margaritaville.
• News: Topics covered include a gunman killing four people in Manhattan, a police chase involving "Hellcat Mike", a man getting stuck to an MRI machine, a desire to bring back the Redskins' name, dildos being thrown on a WNBA court, the cancellation of Steven Colbert's show, the concept of whites "returning to the land", and Hertz Car Rental using a new scanner to charge for vehicle damage.
• Break: Cooter Economics
• F*ckery/Listener Feedback:
  • Sha'Carri Richardson was arrested last month at SeaTac International Airport on a charge of misdemeanor fourth-degree domestic violence assault. Bodycam footage of the incident shows Richardson claiming to be in an abusive relationship and shoving her boyfriend, Christian Coleman. Richardson has since apologized, and Coleman has publicly defended her.
  • Lil' Duval's Auntie Contest relates to the release of the song "Go Auntie" with Cupid, a celebration of stylish and confident aunties.
  • Aries Spears criticized Ice Cube's artistry, stating he was not a fan of him as a rapper or actor. Ice Cube responded by calling Spears a "sucka". Spears defended his right to an opinion.
  • Shannon Sharpe was let go by ESPN in July 2025, weeks after settling a high-profile lawsuit involving sexual assault allegations. ESPN did not state an official reason for his departure.
  • Gillie and Cam traded insults, seemingly over comments about Jalen Hurts' performance.
  • Nicki Minaj and Dez Bryant had a social media exchange that included Minaj offering Bryant $10 million to fight her husband. Both parties later apologized.
  • Malcolm Jamal Warner died on July 21, 2025, at the age of 54, due to accidental drowning in Costa Rica. He was swept away by a strong rip current while swimming with a friend.
  • Hulk Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, died at age 71 on July 24, 2025. His cause of death was acute myocardial infarction, or a heart attack. He also had a history of atrial fibrillation and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
  • Gilbert Arenas was arrested on July 30, 2025, and federally indicted for allegedly operating a high-stakes illegal poker ring from his mansion.

Montoyis & Reese cover recent activities, news, a break, and a "f*ckery/listener feedback" section. Personally, there have been birthday celebrations and debates about The Clipse album, while a son prepares for football season.

In the news, a North Carolina landscaper threw a party at a mansion, a 9-year-old tragically died after being left in a hot car, and Central Texas experienced a deadly flood.

A brief "break" mentions that "the price of P just went up."

The "f*ckery/listener feedback" section highlights several dramatic events: Puffy beating serious charges, a feud between Nicki Minaj and Roc Nation, Remy Ma's son being charged with murder, Tyler Perry facing sexual harassment accusations, a "sneaky link" caught on a Kiss Cam at a Coldplay concert, RG3 criticizing Angel Reese, the split of Yo Gotti and Angela Simmons, and an Outlaw's member dying by suicide.

BEEN UP TO -

I. Recent Activities ("WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO")

• Kinfolk Bob's Visit
• Crawfish Boil at Reese's Crib
• Graduation Parties
• Visit to La Cantera Resort in San Antonio
• Uncle James's Golf Win

II. News Highlights ("NEWS")

• The New Pope
• The Turkey Leg Hut Controversy/Decline
• Karmelo Stabs a White Boy (likely a notable or scandalous event)
• Shedeur's NFL Debut
• Nintendo Switch 2 Release/Announcement
• The Chromebook Challenge (likely a viral trend or competition)
• Pete Rose's Hall of Fame Induction
• The "Tush Push" Debate (in sports, likely American football)

III. Intermission ("BREAK")

• Puff's Situation (presumably Diddy's ongoing legal/personal issues, significant enough for its own section)

IV. "F*CKERY/LISTENER FEEDBACK"

• Puff's Situation Elicits Laughter (indicating public reaction/discussion)
• Ryan Clark vs. RG3 (a sports media/personality conflict)
• Lord Jamar Returns to VladTV (a podcast/interview platform, indicating a notable appearance)
• Papoose and Remy Ma (likely related to their relationship or public appearances)
• Kanye's Alleged Gay Past (a controversial personal topic related to Kanye West)

What We've Been Up To: Enjoying live music (Kendrick & Tobe), supporting their sons' fitness, playing in a golf tournament (with some drama!), and checking out new restaurants in Houston.

News: Leaked ESPN audio criticizing SAS, an OnlyFans model facing a second-degree murder charge, a relay runner assaulting another competitor, and Ja Morant's gun gesture making headlines.

Break: A Mel Kiper skit.

F*CKERY/LISTENER FEEDBACK: Discussion on Shedeur Sanders' draft stock falling, Shannon Sharpe facing some challenges, Big U's legal issues, Ant-Man's child support situation, a feud between Boosie and Kanye, J Prince recovering Slim Thug's jewelry, Marvin Sapp closing his doors, and Yella Beezy's arrest in connection to Mo3's death.

What's Been Happening?

March has been a whirlwind! We've been cranking out Youtube Shorts, keeping the content flowing and engaging. The excitement of March Madness had us glued to the screen, especially keeping a close eye on the University of Houston's run. To unwind, we've been indulging in some seriously strong bourbon, savoring those rich, complex flavors. On the green, we participated in a golf tournament, testing our skills and enjoying the competitive spirit. Back at home, we've been battling some front yard struggles, those never-ending landscaping challenges! Of course, no month is complete without a few leisurely brunches, and finally, the coveted SFTH Fantasy Football trophy has been awarded, marking the end of another thrilling season.

News Highlights

The news cycle has been intense. A woman is facing serious prison time for performing illegal abortions, a stark reminder of the ongoing debates surrounding reproductive rights. An Alaskan Airlines worker was terminated for twerking, sparking discussions about workplace conduct and social media. Southwest Airlines announced they're eliminating free luggage, a move sure to impact travelers. Tragically, a Southern University student died from hazing, highlighting the serious dangers of such practices.

Break Time: Lebron's Take

In a moment that caught everyone's attention, Lebron James addressed the Stephen A Smith, offering his perspective and insights.

F^CKERY/Listener Feedback

Our voicemail has been buzzing! Uncle Les dropped some serious "jewels," giving us plenty to think about. We delved into the topic of menopause and its effects, including the often-overlooked issue of dry vagina. The drama continued with Jess's ongoing feud with The Breakfast Club, and of course, Kanye West is making headlines just by being "outside." In a shocking development, Sauce Walka and Sayso P were reportedly shot in Memphis, adding a layer of concern to the music scene.