The Urban Product

The Urban Product

By DME, Imani, and RichSociety & Culture
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The Urban Product episodes

  • Episode 151 | "Necessary Closure"

    On this episode, the crew reunites after their Thanksgiving break. After catching up with each other, they pay their respects and send their condolences to the fashion visionary, Virgil Abloh (14:50). They reflect on Virgil's impact in the industry and his influence on the uprising of streetwear fashion. DME asks Imani and Rich which matters more to them: loyalty or respect (20:05). They dissect the meaning of the two words and discuss how it applies to them. That generated a conversation about dealing with the hand you are dealt and not having the necessary tools for success. Paths may be different, but Rich believes you have to respect how others "get it out the mud". Howard University students comes to an agreement with officials after a month of protesting poor housing conditions (31:00). DME pleads to the public to stop talking about Jada Pinkett and Will Smith (39:40). Rich believes that Jada is attempting to keep herself relevant while Will is promoting his book. Trey Songz catches a sexual assault allegation in Las Vegas (47:25). Ari Lennox is arrested in an Amsterdam airport after being racially profiled (53:35). Imani asks if closure is necessary and if it only applies to romantic relationships (55:55). Rich discovers Adele's music (01:05:20). The crew conclude the episode with their weekly reality checks (01:14:40).


    Music from this episode:

    Young Dolph - Large Amounts (01:18:00)

    Adele - Oh My God (01:21:45)

    Tone Stith feat. Chris Brown - Do I Ever (01:25:55)

    Blizzy feat. GNipsey - Pop Out (01:32:30)

    1 hr 34 min
  • Episode 150 | "Thanksgiving '21" [VIDEO]

    Happy Thanksgiving! On this episode, the crew reunites to discuss this week’s shenanigans. They all share their thanksgiving plans and come to an agreement that turkey has become overrated.  


    Moments: 

    0:00 Happy Thanksgiving! (Intro) 

    13:00 RIP Young Dolph 21:20 

    Kyle Rittenhouse is found not guilty 

    25:35 Kanye West & Drake squash their "beef" 

    35:20 Summer Walker's face tattoo 

    44:00 Zac Stacy 

    49:10 Tyler Loyal - "Nova" 

    54:35 Other music releases 

    56:15 Reality Checks 

    01:00:45 Outro  


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    Official website: www.theurbanproduct.com  

    Outro Song: Wave feat. $hayband$ - Leave Me Lone

    1 hr 4 min
  • Episode 150 | "Thanksgiving '21"

    Happy Thanksgiving! On this episode, the crew reunites to discuss this week’s shenanigans. They all share their thanksgiving plans and come to an agreement that turkey has become overrated. The crew pays their respects to the late Young Dolph (13:05). Rich and Imani react to the verdict of the Kyle Rittenhouse trial (21:20). Kanye West and Drake squash their “beef” (25:35). DME believes that Kanye has secretly been trying to sabotage Drake throughout his career. Summer Walker is on brand with her latest Instagram post showcasing her matching tattoo (35:30). Former NFL player, Zac Stacy was caught physically abusing his ex-girlfriend and the crew reacts (44:00). They review Tyler Loyal’s latest mixtape, “Nova” (49:10). They conclude the episode with their weekly reality checks (56:20).

    Music from this episode:

    French Montana feat. John Legend & Rick Ross - Touch the Sky (01:00:50)

    Summer Walker feat. Pharrell Williams - Dat Right There (01:04:10)

    Tyler Loyal feat. CD Rose - Nights Like This (01:07:25)

    Wave feat. $hayband$ - Leave Me Lone (01:12:30)

    1 hr 14 min
  • Episode 149 | "Dolo"
    RIP Young Dolph.
    On this episode, DME holds it down on his own. Many headlines flooded our culture this week and DME doesn’t care about most of them. He gives a brief recap on the altercation between DaBaby and DaniLeigh (05:20). Last weekend, Kendrick Lamar returned to the stage at the Day N Vegas festival and hinted to new music. Lil Uzi Vert became irritated during his set after fans tried to stop the show (11:55). After his set was cut short, he tossed his mic into the crowd. Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak finally release their collab album, “An Evening with Silk Sonic” (20:40). Juice WRLD’s camp announces the date of his upcoming posthumous album, “Fighting Demons” (23:30). GMD Jets calls in to talk about his latest mixtape, “2 Smv” (27:55). Afterwards, Tyler Loyal calls in to share details about his upcoming mixtape dropping this week, “Nova” (44:45). Kanye West dropped the deluxe version of “Donda” (01:03:45). DME’s reality check for this episode is a mental health check in (57:50).
    Music from this episode:
    Young Dolph - 100 Shots (0:00)
    GMD Jets feat. BTG Buckz - Life I Chose (24:50)
    Tyler Loyal - Psycho (42:52)
    Don Toliver - 2AM (01:09:15)
    Phill MyCup - 4AM in Everett (01:13:20)
    1 hr 15 min
  • Episode 148 | "Days After Astroworld"
    On this episode, the crew sends their condolences to anyone affected by the 2021 Astroworld Festival tragedy. They discuss the details of the event and what ultimately led to the deaths of eight attendees. DME elaborates more on what he experienced during Travis Scott’s set at Rolling Loud NY the weekend prior and how extremely dangerous mosh pits can become. After that conversation, Imani asks the guys if they notice any changes about themselves after living a quarter of their lives (25:30). They talk about how the ones they love the most also annoy them the most (44:50). Summer Walker dropped her second studio album, “Still Over It” and Rich claims that women love being with “ain’t shit niggas” (51:40). They share other new music releases from Key Glock, Kay Flock, Travis Scott, Post Malone, and The Weeknd. They conclude the episode with their weekly reality checks (01:07:00).
    Music from this episode:
    Silk Sonic - Smokin Out The Window (01:11:10)
    Summer Walker & Ari Lennox - Unloyal (01:15:10)
    Majid Jordan feat. Diddy - Sway (01:18:35)
    Tyler Loyal - Psycho (01:25:30)
    1 hr 27 min
  • Episode 147 | "GlockBoy" (feat. GNipsey)
    On this episode, the crew is joined by Cambridge rapper, GNipsey & returning guest, Dre the Gen. They discuss GNipsey’s upbringing and how he dealt with difficult circumstances to become the man he is today (10:20). Once he noticed the effects of his music, he knew it was time to take his career seriously. He has the full support of his city and loved ones with the hopes of bettering the lives of everyone around him. GNipsey explains the difference between Boston and Cambridge, along with what they don’t tell you about Cambridge (19:50). He does his best to not let the newfound attention get to him (27:05). He shares with us the significance of his relationship with fellow Cambridge native, Millyz (30:45). Millyz has been guiding GNipsey and his whole crew to show them alternate routes to obtain the lifestyle they are all striving for. He updates us on Don Dzy’s homecoming (35:45). He works hard to provide for his family and homies, you can hear it in his music. He breaks down the process of creating his debut mixtape, “Memories” (37:45). A major contribution to GNipsey’s quick rise to notability is working with Tanj (41:10). Since launching in 2018, ripe—tanjerines has become one of the top music platforms in Massachusetts. The combination of GNipsey, Millyz, and Tanj restored a new feeling in the state and they haven’t looked back since. GNipsey is preparing the release of his next project, “GlockBoy”. Go stream his latest single, “Used To Know” on YouTube and be sure to tap in with everything GNipsey. After GNipsey and Dre the Gen leave, the crew return to their usual shenanigans by reacting to a conversation between Dj Akademiks and Brittany Renner (53:00). Renner is being criticized on the internet for her relationship with her ex partner, PJ Washington, and is being labeled as a predator. The crew discusses whether or not Renner was indeed displaying predatory behavior or if there is a double standard for age gaps. They conclude the episode with their reality checks (01:16:10).
    Music from this episode:
    GNipsey - Used To Know (0:00)
    Dre the Gen - Daily (25:55)
    GNipsey - Issues, Pt. 2 (38:15)
    Future - News or Something (01:21:15)
    Mario & Chris Brown - Get Back (01:25:00)
    Che Ecru - Candy (01:29:00)
    GNipsey - No Regret (01:33:00)
    1 hr 37 min
  • Episode 146 | "Rawr"
    On this episode, Imani & Rich share their day one chemistry with the rest of us! They cover the backlash Dave Chappelle is facing for his recent Netflix special (13:30). They discuss how to properly split a check (21:50); resolving issues with your mutuals (25:30); red flags (35:40); green flags (44:00); being goofy and comfortable around your partner (50:00); and going back to someone who hurt you (52:10). Rich continues the conversation about being shunned for who he dates (01:00:25). They react to new music from Young Thug and Wale (01:05:10). They conclude the episode with their reality checks (01:12:00).
    Music from this episode:
    Young Thug - Droppin Jewels (01:13:40)
    Tamera - Wickedest (01:17:30)
    GMD Jets feat. BTG Buckz - Life I Chose (01:21:30)
    1 hr 23 min
  • Episode 145 | "The Underrated Woman"
    On this episode, Imani returns for a one-on-one with DME. They continue the conversation from the last episode: why do black men get shunned for dating white women? (06:20) Imani shares her own past experiences along with many perspectives shared amongst black women. She goes on to ask if it is possible to love more than one person at the same time (23:00). Can parents successfully raise multiple children? (29:30) DME & Imani react to the public outcry over Meek Mill’s cover art for “Expensive Pain” (33:40). They review Don Toliver’s latest album, “Life of a Don” (45:25). Imani checks in about her first couple months living on her own (01:04:30). They conclude the episode with their reality checks (01:13:10).
    Music from this episode:
    Meek Mill feat. Lil Uzi Vert - Blue Notes 2 (01:20:00)
    Don Toliver - Company, Pt. 2 (01:23:40)
    Don Toliver - Swangin’ on Westheimer (01:28:40)
    1 hr 32 min
  • Episode 144 | "Expensive Pain"
    On this episode, DME & Rich discuss Meek Mill’s latest album: “Expensive Pain” (16:30). Rich asks if YoungBoy Never Broke Again is being blackballed by the music industry (08:15). Summer Walker announces her next album drops on November 5, 2021. The NFL announces the performers for the next Super Bowl, thus making DME believe that a Kendrick Lamar album may be dropping sooner than we think. The boys discuss which gender is the most insecure (48:50). They conclude the episode with their reality checks (01:03:35).
    Music from this episode:
    Icewear Vezzo feat. Babyface Ray - Sippin’ (01:08:00)
    Meek Mill feat. Kehlani - Ride For You (01:10:35)
    Smoke Bulga feat. Rick Ross - Water Whip’n (01:14:30)
    1 hr 16 min
  • Episode 143 | "Advance the Conversation"
    On this episode, the crew starts off by catching up with each other and recapping their weekends. They discuss R. Kelly’s guilty verdict with the possibility of serving 20 years (13:50). They break down the Joyner Lucas vs. Karen Civil situation (22:50). DME questions Imani and Rich about what their loved ones are entitled to (39:05). Imani asks if not having close friends is the individual’s fault (50:00). They begin to wrap the show up by sharing new music (01:03:00). The episode concludes with reality checks (01:09:40).
    Music from this episode:
    Gunna feat. Future - Too Easy (01:13:45)
    Lucky Daye - Over (01:16:05)
    OMB Bloodbath feat. EST Gee - Not Gang (01:19:36)
    Che Ecru - Episode 2 (01:27:10)
    1 hr 28 min

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The Urban Product is an east coast podcast that celebrates black culture and discusses hip-hop.