It's a party pod as Malcolm and Ryan reunite, IN PERSON, for a recording session like no other! The boys are joined by tons of family from Victoria to Thai to BKP to Tremont, Lory, Callie and Amber! Everyone in the fam lends their voice to the mic as they all recap the Smokin Grooves Festival in Los Angeles.

From best and worst acts to best live vocals to most surprising sets. The one day festival saw the likes of Erykah Badu, Toro Y Moi, Nas, Little Dragon, Hiatus Kaiyote, Miguel, Slum Village, The Roots and many more incredible acts!

HOT TAKES ARE A FLYIN'!

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On this show ~ Malcolm & Ryan welcome a guest! London Winters stops by to discuss toxic beauty standards and why women drastically change their body and/or face once they reach a certain level of fame. That after the boys dive into the sentencing of Jussie Smollett in addition to a cringy interview done by Love and HipHop’s, Stevie J; spoiler, It’s giving sincere sexual harassment.

Malcolm & Ryan pay tribute and respect to Traci Braxton who transitioned after a battle with cancer over the weekend. And the boys discover a video going viral of a young Black kid being the target of what looks like a serious act of hate.

It’s a packed show!

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Malcolm and Ryan give their thoughts on the new ASMR inspired “The Batman” movie before a lengthy discussion on on cancel culture - referencing Da Baby making his festival comeback and Disney in hot water for donating to sponsors of Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay Bill” as Malcolm and Ryan discuss holding people accountable vs. holding corporations accountable.

The boys breakdown the detainment of WNBA star Brittney Griner and what support looks like for an international incident like this, while discussing the need for consumer support for the WNBA as a whole. As mask and vaccine mandates are being lifted nationwide, Malcolm and Ryan share their thoughts about the changes. And to wrap up, Malcolm and Ryan address toxic male podcasters and the responsibility that comes with having a microphone.

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Gratitude is the word as Malcolm and Ryan celebrate 20 episodes of gems! Is WW3 inevitable? The boys discuss healthy habits for digesting the news and content ahead of taking on one of society's biggest issues; believing Black women. That in context of recent developments in the Torey Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion debacle.

Malcolm and Ryan dissect celebrity couples like Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet - and when fighting for your relationship is great and when it’s not so great.

The boys round out the episode discussing the superpower of vulnerability and how we can hold more Black men accountable.

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While Malcolm is recovering from the birthday weekend, the boys discuss professionalism as it pertains to Coach Juwan Howard’s recent altercation. Malcolm and Ryan take on the hypocrisy within Olympics doping ahead of dissecting a new documentary on the life and complicated legacy of Bill Cosby.

Nostalgia takes centerstage whilst the boys share their favorite childhood cartoons to commemorate the end of beloved series, “Arthur”, after 25 years. And Malcolm and Ryan close out with a discussion on drill music and reckoning with violent content.

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Sportsball was in full effect this weekend! The Rams' win set LA on fire but Dr. Dre was the real MVP! The boys dissects one of sports' biggest events. They also discuss the necessity to talk about Kanye West while talking about Isaiah Rashad's recent leaked video.

In lieu of the video, Malcolm and Ryan take on HipHop's long history of homophobia and how we can be alley's and fans.

Because of the Valentine's Day week, the boys talk about first dates and when you should and should not live with a partner.

Not to mention, with the Unfiltered Gems Dating Special taking off, the boys take on listener messages on the topic of whether or not a women should chase or be pursued.

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After a weekend that saw Ryan rested and Malcolm with a shoulder injury, the boys are back with takes on Black History Month and NOT celebrating it. Little has to be said about Kanye and Kim's public relationship issues.

Malcolm & Ryan link the protective nature of Joe Rogan to Joe Biden while discussing their individual stances and decisions they've made recently. And with Super Bowl next week, Malcolm & Ryan share their favorite half time moments and also discuss the NFL's continued resume of disenfranchising Black people from leadership within the sport.

Not to mention, with the Unfiltered Gems Dating Special taking off, the boys take on listener messages on the topic of being pro-Black and dating a non Black partner.

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After months of rumors, Rihanna is indeed having a baby by Harlem's A$AP Rocky. Malcolm and Ryan share their thoughts on the Fenty Queen's pregnancy in addition to Super Bowl predictions.

Sincerest respects are paid to the life and legacy of former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst and dissect a story in Texas involving teenagers defending their little sister. Also Malcolm and Ryan dissect one of the latest hustle's on these streets; fake vaccine cards!

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Well, hey! Malcolm and Ryan are finally back from the holiday hiatus in a jam packed episode. They dissect this nation’s regression with the latest news on voting rights. Ryan strongly disagrees with the Rap Music on Trial bill and offers his Super Bowl predictions.

Malcolm calls cap on Ryan’s defense of Pastor Mike Todd and they round out the show discussing interracial dating. Not to mention they finally get to share their thoughts with one another about the Insecure finale.

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After a week in person, with tons of adventure, the boys are back in their regular captain's seats! Malcolm and Ryan recap their experience at the Free Larry Hoover Concert with Kanye featuring Drake.

While also discussing the politics and cultural ramifications of recasting T'Challa's Black Panther. They both share in their disgust of Biden not following through on his promise regarding student loans and Malcolm finds a silver lining in recent discoveries regarding former First Lady, Nancy Reagan!

Malcolm and Ryan tackle Holiday Verzuz, like Egg Nog vs. Cider and much more!

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