The Urban Product

In this episode, the crew reunites to reflect on what transpired during the last few weeks. They react to the passing of Chadwick Boseman (09:50) & Sgt. Elder Fernandes of Brockton (01:08:55). Megan Thee Stallion confirms that Tory Lanez shot her (17:45). Jacob Blake survives after Kenosha police shot seven bullets into his back (39:40). After the sad but much needed conversation, they move on to discuss new music (01:15:55) and reality checks (01:28:25).

Rich's Vibe of the Week (01:32:15):

Foogiano - Molly (Baby Mama)

Imani's Vibe of the Week (01:36:10):

Victoria Monét - Jaguar

DME's Vibe of the Week (01:39:40):

Nas feat. Don Toliver & Big Sean - Replace Me

Grab a drink! We’re celebrating the show reaching its 100th episode! DME & Imani reflect on their podcast journey and discuss their highs and lows (09:40). Joe Biden announces his Vice President candidate: Kamala Harris (28:00). Trump is trying to sabotage the election by defunding the USPS to hinder mail-in votes (34:20). Imani has conspiracy theories with how the US is handling COVID-19 (36:00). They discuss new music including Cardi B’s “WAP” (46:35) & Drake’s “Laugh Now, Cry Later” (57:30). Rich calls in (01:21:30). DME rants about supporting your locals (01:38:30). They share their reality checks (01:24:50) and much more!

Imani’s Vibe of the Week (01:43:30):

Cardi B feat. Megan thee Stallion - WAP

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DME’s Vibe of the Week (01:46:45):

Popcaan feat. Drake & PARTYNEXTDOOR - Twist & Turn

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In this episode, the crew returns to their studio to give you the content you’ve been missing. Everyone sends their thoughts and prayers to Lebanon following the explosion that occurred in Beirut. After reconnecting, they discuss COVID updates, Megan Thee Stallion speaking out after shooting incident (10:13), cancelling Tory Lanez (13:30), the NBA restart (25:15), being a good wingman (32:35), schools reopening during COVID (37:10), getting suspicious when your significant other lets you do whatever you want (48:50), new music (01:06:00), reality checks (01:11:00), and more!

Rich’s Vibe of the Week (01:13:20):

Gunna - Dirty Diana

Imani’s Vibe of the Week (01:15:45):

Snoh Aalegra - Dying For Your Love

DME’s Vibe of the Week (01:19:30):

Kingfrom98 - Fashion

In this episode, the crew calls in to discuss online schooling (05:00), Kanye's "presidential campaign" (12:15), Jada Pinkett-Smith's entanglement (18:00), Megan Thee Stallion & Tory Lanez (26:30), Nick Cannon getting fired from Viacom (31:00), new music from Pop Smoke (40:30), Juice WRLD (47:15), Summer Walker, Teyana Taylor (53:40), and more! Rest in peace to Naya Rivera, Meechie Hoe, Nicole Thea, and the countless other lives we've lost.

Rich's Vibe of the Week (01:04:00):

Pop Smoke feat. Karol G - Enjoy Yourself

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Imani's Vibe of the Week (01:07:45):

Tory Lanez - Yessirr

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DME's Vibe of the Week (01:11:40):

Juice WRLD - Blood On My Jeans

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In this episode, the crew is joined by New York’s Abby Jasmine to discuss her new project, "Who Cares?" Before beginning her music career, Abby was known for her comedy skits and freestyles on the internet. Now three years later, Abby has released four projects under Cinematic Music Group. In that short time, she has toured with T-Pain and has been featured in multiple media outlets, such as XXL. She is still in the process of evolving her sound, but she’s off to a great start. Her new project features Guapdad 4000, Kash Juliano, and BEAM. Each feature fit right in Abby’s pocket, thus creating organic vibes. She shares her creative process and reflects on her career so far. She has a long way to, but she’s ready for it. If you’re not ready for Abby Jasmine, who cares? She’s not going anywhere.

Abby’s Vibe of the Week:

Abby Jasmine - Artificial Lover

In this episode, the crew calls in to discuss the recent murder of Oluwatoyin Salau, the lynchings and murders within the past week, new music, sports making a comeback, and effective solutions to protecting black women and trans women.

Rich’s Vibe of the Week:

Tsu Surf feat. Benny the Butcher - Blacc Cream

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Imani’s Vibe of the Week:

Turbo, Gunna, & Young Thug - Quarantine Clean

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DME’s Vibe of the Week:

RMR feat. Westside Gunn - Welfare

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In this episode, the crew calls in to discuss recent developments in the Black Lives Matter movement, defunding the police, adjusting to life’s new normal, and working a 9-5.

Rich’s Vibe of the Week:

DJ Khaled feat. Chris Brown, Jeremih, August Alsina, & Future - Hold You Down

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Imani’s Vibe of the Week:

Khalid feat. Summer Walker - Eleven (Remix)

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DME’s Vibe of the Week:

Che Ecru - WMB

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In this episode, the crew calls in to discuss recent developments in the Black Lives Matter protests.

Rich's Vibe of the Week (57:22):

G Herbo - Cap Guns

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Imani's Vibe of the Week (01:00:50):

G Herbo feat. Lil Uzi Vert - Like This

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DME's Vibe of the Week (01:04:38):

6LACK - ATL Freestyle

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In this episode, the crew reflect on the murder of George Floyd.

Take a moment to support one another by engaging in conversations about racial injustice. We cannot change the past nor will we forget it. However, that does not mean we do not have the potential to lead and educate others into making better choices in the future. Text “FLOYD” to 55156 to demand the four police officers who killed George Floyd be charged with murder. Enough is enough.

In this episode, the crew rejoin during quarantine via a Zoom meeting. They share what they've been up to since the last episode. The country is now in it's third month of social distancing. The UP fam discusses the cancellation of summer (04:15), the right time to move out on your own (42:40), and dealing with a potential partner your friend had relations with (16:40). 2020 has been awful to everyone, but we keep getting blessed with new music [Gunna, Future, Polo G, Chris Brown, Young Thug, Lil Durk, Kehlani] (47:50). They wrap up the episode with the reality checks (01:01:40).

Rich's Vibe of the Week (01:05:40):

Future - Too Comfortable

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Imani's Vibe of the Week (01:10:10):

Chris Brown & Young Thug - Go Crazy

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DME's Vibe of the Week (01:13:25):

Teyana Taylor - Bare Wit Me

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