This week's episode kicks off with discussing the appropriate music to play around women (12:04). Savon then lets out his frustrations about Instagram and Youtube's algorithms (17:51). The conversation then transitions to how technology has evolved through the generations (24:42) and its effect on independent artists. Next, the crew discusses Gunna and The Weeknd's first week sales (48:50) & talks about Cordae's place in today's music landscape (1:02:30) + much more! Also, find your symbol of positivity today ☀️ Shop @ Rastaclat.com for bracelets for men, women, zodiac, sports & more! Use Code: NEEDTOKNOW for 20% off your purchase today Become a Patron for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things Need to Know Media: There is a ton of unreleased content on Patreon. Tap in here www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast Learn more about Purpose Sea Moss Gel and use code "NEEDTOKNOWPOD" for a 20% discount at the checkout: PurposeSeaMossGel.com

Episode 163 | "Y'all Some Mid"

Get ready to be entertained and informed with the Need To Know crew every Thursday! These three individuals, SaVon, Alex, & Regi offer a fun and thought-provoking listening experience on current events, entrepreneurship, relationships, and more. With their unique chemistry and relatability, there's no topic off-limits for this team. So don't miss out - subscribe, comment, and tune in to The Need to Know podcast for everything you need to know and a good time!

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On this week’s episode of the Need to Know Podcast, SaVon, Alex, Regi, and Pierre begin by debating if conscious rappers can get in their sexy bag (0:00) before recapping their Memorial Day weekend and questioning if guys can go on girls trips (5:52). The internet was on fire after J. Cole was featured on Cash Cobain’s “Grippy” (24:29), reference tracks for several of Drake’s hits allegedly leaked (35:17), and Drake rapped over Metro Boomin’s BBL Drizzy beat on Sexyy Red’s “U My Everything” (1:04:28) The gang also discusses if Sexyy Red will stand the test of time (1:12:01), the extent to which reference tracks put a stain on an artist’s legacy (1:23:51), The Justice Department’s lawsuit against Live Nation and slave agreements in entertainment (1:30:44), why Pierre hates on SaVon so much (2:00:10), and more! Visit https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-need-to-know-network and use the code NEEDTOKNOW to sign up for Underdog Fantasy and receive a 50% deposit match up to $500 Join our Twitter/X Community to chop it up with us about all things Need to Know - https://twitter.com/i/communities/1777442897001910433 Leave us a voicemail for a chance to be featured on next week's episode - https://www.speakpipe.com/NTK_Voicemail_Line If you're new here and enjoy this episode, join us over on Patreon where we don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast The Need To Know Podcast https://www.instagram.com/needtoknowpod/ https://twitter.com/NeedToKnowPod https://www.tiktok.com/needtoknowpod SaVon https://www.instagram.com/savonslvter/ https://twitter.com/SavonSlvter Alex https://www.instagram.com/balltillwefall/ https://twitter.com/balltillwefall Regi https://www.instagram.com/regi_nacho/ https://twitter.com/regi_nacho Pierre https://www.instagram.com/pedro4cristo/ https://twitter.com/pedro4cristo1

Episode 261 | "Trap Door"

On this week’s episode of the Need to Know Podcast, Alex begins by sharing his ashy problems (0:00) before SaVon keeps it real about landing strips (6:22). TRIGGER WARNING - CNN recently broke hotel surveillance footage of Diddy assaulting Cassie in 2016, and Diddy subsequently issued a disingenuous apology on social media (16:06). The gang also discusses Cam’ron’s CNN interview (1:20:36), Terrence Howard’s viral conversation with Joe Rogan (1:36:46), what Cardi B not dropping her sophomore album in 2024 would mean for her legacy (1:52:57), and much more! Visit https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-need-to-know-network and use the code NEEDTOKNOW to sign up for Underdog Fantasy and receive a 50% deposit match up to $500 Join our Twitter/X Community to chop it up with us about all things Need to Know - https://twitter.com/i/communities/1777442897001910433 Leave us a voicemail for a chance to be featured on next week's episode - https://www.speakpipe.com/NTK_Voicemail_Line If you're new here and enjoy this episode, join us over on Patreon where we don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast The Need To Know Podcast https://www.instagram.com/needtoknowpod/ https://twitter.com/NeedToKnowPod https://www.tiktok.com/needtoknowpod SaVon https://www.instagram.com/savonslvter/ https://twitter.com/SavonSlvter Alex https://www.instagram.com/balltillwefall/ https://twitter.com/balltillwefall Regi https://www.instagram.com/regi_nacho/ https://twitter.com/regi_nacho Pierre https://www.instagram.com/pedro4cristo/ https://twitter.com/pedro4cristo1

Episode 260 | "Wrong is Wrong, Mayne"

On this week’s episode of the Need to Know Podcast, SaVon, Alex, and Regi are joined by the iconic podcaster, media personality, and entrepreneur, Mandii B. SaVon and Mandii start by recapping their time at the Webby Awards (4:06) before Mandii details her passion for podcasting and the pressures that come with being involved in so many shows (17:45). Mandii later opens up about the perception that she is a bully (29:42) and provides additional insight into the end of ‘See, The Thing Is…’ and her fallout with Bridget Kelly (46:19). She also discusses her time at the Joe Budden Network (1:06:16), her relationship with Charlamagne Tha God (1:21:39), the Drake-Kendrick Lamar beef (1:34:58), her latest venture, ‘Period, Sis: The Animated Series’ (2:07:53), and much more! Visit https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-need-to-know-network and use the code NEEDTOKNOW to sign up for Underdog Fantasy and receive a 50% deposit match up to $500 Join our Twitter/X Community to chop it up with us about all things Need to Know - https://twitter.com/i/communities/1777442897001910433 Leave us a voicemail for a chance to be featured on next week's episode - https://www.speakpipe.com/NTK_Voicemail_Line If you're new here and enjoy this episode, join us over on Patreon where we don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast The Need To Know Podcast https://www.instagram.com/needtoknowpod/ https://twitter.com/NeedToKnowPod https://www.tiktok.com/needtoknowpod SaVon https://www.instagram.com/savonslvter/ https://twitter.com/SavonSlvter Alex https://www.instagram.com/balltillwefall/ https://twitter.com/balltillwefall Regi https://www.instagram.com/regi_nacho/ https://twitter.com/regi_nacho Pierre https://www.instagram.com/pedro4cristo/ https://twitter.com/pedro4cristo1

Episode 259 | "Paid In Pasta" (with Mandii B)

On this week’s episode of the Need to Know Podcast, the gang begins by recapping the lead up to Drake’s “THE HEART PART 6” (5:02) before reviewing the song itself (8:36). Next, they debate if Drake is finished dissing Kendrick Lamar (44:08) and what each party needs to do to officially win the beef (1:08:08). They also discuss The Game’s shots toward Rick Ross (1:31:11), objectivity vs subjectivity in music media coverage (1:52:46), Sexyy Red’s comments on her vaginal health (1:55:24), Future and Gunna’s alleged rift (2:02:48), friends they wouldn’t call in an emergency (2:07:28), and much more! Visit https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-need-to-know-network and use the code NEEDTOKNOW to sign up for Underdog Fantasy and receive a 50% deposit match up to $500 Join our Twitter/X Community to chop it up with us about all things Need to Know - https://twitter.com/i/communities/1777442897001910433 Leave us a voicemail for a chance to be featured on next week's episode - https://www.speakpipe.com/NTK_Voicemail_Line If you're new here and enjoy this episode, join us over on Patreon where we don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast The Need To Know Podcast https://www.instagram.com/needtoknowpod/ https://twitter.com/NeedToKnowPod https://www.tiktok.com/needtoknowpod SaVon https://www.instagram.com/savonslvter/ https://twitter.com/SavonSlvter Alex https://www.instagram.com/balltillwefall/ https://twitter.com/balltillwefall Regi https://www.instagram.com/regi_nacho/ https://twitter.com/regi_nacho Pierre https://www.instagram.com/pedro4cristo/ https://twitter.com/pedro4cristo1

Episode 258 | "Bikini Wind"

On this emergency episode of the Need to Know Podcast, the gang kicks things off with a quick freestyle (0:00), a shout-out to Akademiks and all the streamers providing real-time coverage (3:55), and a debate on whether Drake and Kendrick Lamar can claim the greatest Hip-Hop beef ever (13:15). Next, SaVon clarifies his opinions on "euphoria" (25:28) before segueing into a review of "6:16 in LA" (31:53), which dropped on Friday morning. Drake responded that same night with "Family Matters," and following an in-depth review (57:24), Regi revisits J. Cole's apology at Dreamville Fest (1:52:48). Kendrick then clapped back at Drake on Friday with "meet the grahams" (2:00:59) and again on Saturday with "Not Like Us" (2:27:04), shocking the Hip-Hop community. To close, the gang contemplates Drake's next move and if he has a chance to defeat Kendrick once and for all (2:53:47). Please note that this episode was recorded a few hours before Drake released "THE HEART PART 6." Visit https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-need-to-know-network and use the code NEEDTOKNOW to sign up for Underdog Fantasy and receive a 100% deposit match up to $100 Join our Twitter/X Community to chop it up with us about all things Need to Know - https://twitter.com/i/communities/1777442897001910433 Leave us a voicemail for a chance to be featured on next week's episode - https://www.speakpipe.com/NTK_Voicemail_Line If you're new here and enjoy this episode, join us over on Patreon where we don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast The Need To Know Podcast https://www.instagram.com/needtoknowpod/ https://twitter.com/NeedToKnowPod https://www.tiktok.com/needtoknowpod SaVon https://www.instagram.com/savonslvter/ https://twitter.com/SavonSlvter Alex https://www.instagram.com/balltillwefall/ https://twitter.com/balltillwefall Regi https://www.instagram.com/regi_nacho/ https://twitter.com/regi_nacho Pierre https://www.instagram.com/pedro4cristo/ https://twitter.com/pedro4cristo1

Episode 163 | "Y'all Some Mid"

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