Best Dead End Hip Hop & Studio71 Podcasts (2025)

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A History of Violence 57:55

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17h ago57:55

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In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 2005 action thriller A History of Violence, starring Viggo Mortensen, Ed Harris, and William Hurt. We discuss whether this film still lives up to the hype—not only as one of the best films of the 2000s but also of all time—and highlight some of our favorite scenes. Learn more about your ad choices.…

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HIM 49:48

2d ago49:48

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dead End Media Group

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The Long Walk 1:44:02

5d ago1:44:02

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In this episode, we review the 2025 dystopian survival thriller The Long Walk, based on Stephen King’s 1979 novel of the same name, starring Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson, Ben Wang, and Mark Hamill. We discuss whether the premise of the movie stayed consistent with the realities of the human body, and we debate whether we enjoyed the ending. Learn …

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The Boys Season 4 1:03:03

9d ago1:03:03

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In this episode, we review the fourth season of the hit Amazon Prime original superhero series titled “The Boys”. We discuss which characters story arch was done well and which ones weren’t, we debate if Ryan will be one of the heroes or villains next season, and we praise the acting performance of Anthony Starr as Homelander. Learn more about your…

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Reaction to The Ringer’s 101 Best Movie Performances 29:51

11d ago29:51

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In this episode, the crew has a conversation about The Ringer’s 101 Best Movie Performances list. We debate which films they got right and which films they got wrong. We also include some of our favorite movie performances and explain why we think they should have made the list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Young Thug Interview and Diss Track Shake Up YSL 33:56

12d ago33:56

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In this live show we cover the latest updates on Young Thug as he sits down with Big Bank for a revealing interview while also dropping a new diss track aimed at alleged rats within YSL. From the tension surrounding his words to the names being speculated, this situation continues to shake up the hip hop world. Join us as we break it all down and g…

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Favorite Songs With the Worst Featured Verses 15:20

13d ago15:20

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In this superchat from DonaldVann, we dig into a fun but tricky topic: songs that we absolutely love but also feature some of the worst verses from a particular artist. We all know those tracks where the beat, hook, or main verses are incredible, but then a feature or guest spot brings the energy down. These verses weren’t enough to ruin the whole …

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Highest 2 Lowest 1:16:10

15d ago1:16:10

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In this episode, we review the 2025 American neo-noir crime thriller film directed by Spike Lee, starring Denzel Washington, Ilfenesh Hadera, Jeffrey Wright, ASAP Rocky, and Ice Spice (in her film debut). We discuss whether this English-language reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa's 1963 Japanese film High and Low was a successful attempt by Spike L…

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The Nine Best Hip-Hop Albums Of August 14:53

15d ago14:53

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We are back with the second episode of our Best Of series, this time highlighting the albums that stood out to us during the month of August. Each of us brought a few picks that we felt represented the strongest releases of the month and we break down what makes them worth revisiting.If you missed the pilot episode where we covered the month of Jul…

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Movies That Were Surprisingly Good Discussion 20:51

16d ago20:51

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In this episode, the crew discusses films that were either better than the reception they received at the time of their release or have aged well over time upon rewatching. We list the top films that stand out to us the most and debate each other on our selections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Erase One Hip Hop Album And Its Impact 18:26

17d ago18:26

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In this Superchat Mailbag we tackled not one but two heavy questions from the community. Beezy circled back to answer a ranking superchat that came in during a previous mailbag and then the crew locked in on a brand new one. The question was simple but wild to think about: if you had to completely erase one hip hop album and its impact from history…

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Young Thug's Jail Call Leaks Are Wild... 47:53

19d ago47:53

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We are going live to cover the leaked jail phone calls from Young Thug that have sent shockwaves through the hip hop community. These recordings reveal conversations where names like Lil Durk, Kendrick Lamar, and Gunna come up, adding fuel to the already heated discussions around Thug, YSL, and the wider rap game. With Thug now on probation, the ti…

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Is Netflix Still Netflix? 25:20

19d ago25:20

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In this episode, the crew discusses the gigantic streaming platform Netflix and whether it is still considered the premier platform for television and film. We debate which other streaming apps and channels might be taking over the top spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ghostface Killah - Supreme Clientele 2 ALBUM REVIEW 28:53

21d ago28:53

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Ghostface Killah has returned with Supreme Clientele 2, a project fans have been anticipating for years. As the follow up to his 2000 classic Supreme Clientele, expectations could not be higher. The original solidified Ghost as one of the most inventive storytellers and stylists in hip hop and it remains a staple not just in his discography but in …

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Best Performance: Jamie Foxx 11:12

21d ago11:12

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In this episode, the crew discusses the career of legendary actor and entertainer Jamie Foxx and debates his best performance. We share our takes on which films and TV shows showcase Jamie's skills at their peak and offer both praise and criticism of his filmography overall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Episodes & Seasons That Ruined Series Discussion 55:22

24d ago55:22

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In this episode, the crew discusses great TV shows that were ruined by a bad season or a series of poor episodes that changed our opinions of the series overall. Each of us picks a show and explains why we felt the series could not recover after those missteps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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White Rappers Tier List, Did Fantano Get It Right? 49:25

26d ago49:25

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We are going live this Wednesday at 9 PM EST to give our initial thoughts on Anthony Fantano’s White Rappers Tier List. We have already watched the video beforehand and will use this stream to break down his criteria, talk through where we agree or disagree, and dig into the bigger conversation around skill sets, impact, longevity, and cultural con…

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Iconic TV Scenes Discussion 27:55

26d ago27:55

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In this episode, the crew discusses scenes from our favorite TV shows that we still think about today. These scenes are either iconic moments in TV history or memorable moments that meant a lot to us as kids and young adults. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dead End Media Group

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2020s Rap Albums That Deserve 5 MICS? 15:57

28d ago15:57

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In this superchat conversation we tackle a question that cuts right to the heart of hip hop culture. One of our viewers asked if any albums from the 2020s so far truly deserve the legendary 5 Mics stamp that The Source Magazine used to hand out. For those who remember, 5 Mics wasn’t just a rating, it was a badge of honor that represented the highes…

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America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys (from the Dead End Sports Cast) 50:15

28d ago50:15

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In this episode, we review the latest sports documentary from Netflix about the rise and success of the Dallas Cowboys from 1950 to the present day, titled America’s Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys. We discuss why this documentary was released now instead of earlier, and we debate whether Jerry Jones is using it as a way to give himself credit fo…

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Best & Worst Sequels Discussion 27:06

1M ago27:06

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In this episode, the crew has a conversation about some of the best and worst sequels to classic films or well-known blockbusters. In this discussion, we will give our reasons why these sequels were great or disappointing, and also talk about upcoming sequels that may end up facing a similar fate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…

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Chance The Rapper - STAR LINE ALBUM REVIEW 28:43

1M ago28:43

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We are back with another Chance the Rapper review, this time diving into his new album STAR LINE. It has been five years since The Big Day dropped in 2019 which we also reviewed at the time (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vW346QizEbs). Like many listeners we were not feeling that project and it left a lot of people wondering what direction Chance …

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Hitch (20th Anniversary) 49:12

1M ago49:12

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In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 2005 classic American romantic comedy film directed by Andy Tennant and starring Will Smith, along with Eva Mendes and Kevin James, titled Hitch. We discuss whether this film still holds up as an all-time romantic comedy and debate whether this is a top 3 lead role by Will Smith. Learn more about y…

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Did Freddie Gibbs and Benny the Butcher Squash Beef? 1:39:01

1M ago1:39:01

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dead End Media Group

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Hot Takes FLY In This Superchat Mailbag 28:29

1M ago28:29

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We are back with another DEHH Superchat Mailbag. Yall sent in your questions and topics and we are answering them right here. From album debates to culture talk to some wild left field questions, nothing is off limits when we do these. This time we had AB from the OnDeckTV Podcast join us as a guest and some hot takes definitely got thrown out in t…

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Peacemaker Season 1 34:36

1M ago34:36

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In this episode, we review the first season of the Max original superhero series from the mind of James Gunn, starring John Cena and Danielle Brooks, titled Peacemaker. We discuss why this series has become a big hit for fans of the DC Cinematic Universe, and we debate whether John Cena is a good lead actor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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The Usual Suspects (30th Anniversary) 35:34

1M ago35:34

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In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 1995 crime thriller film directed by Bryan Singer and written by Christopher McQuarrie, starring Stephen Baldwin, Gabriel Byrne, Benicio del Toro, Kevin Pollak, and Kevin Spacey, titled The Usual Suspects. We discuss how well this film holds up and debate whether it's on the list of all-time plot t…

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J.I.D - God Does Like Ugly ALBUM REVIEW 35:01

1M ago35:01

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Dead End Hip Hop is back with our review of JID’s new album God Does Like Ugly. We were joined by AB also known as Animal Brown from the OnDeckTV Podcast for this one. We dig into the beats the flows the writing and the ideas behind the record. The room was split too with some of us feeling the album more than others which made for a lively back an…

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Drake Turns Up the Heat On Kendrick In Latest UMG Requests (ft. OVO AB) [CLIP] 29:07

1M ago29:07

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We discuss the latest twist in Drake’s ongoing lawsuit against UMG, where he’s seeking documents about alleged domestic violence claims against Kendrick Lamar and private communications between Lamar and TDE’s Dave Free about Lamar’s children—moves seemingly aimed at reinforcing the accusations Drake made in his 2024 track Family Matters. Learn mor…

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War of the Worlds 24:42

1M ago24:42

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In this episode, we review the 2025 screenlife science fiction thriller War of the Worlds, based on H.G. Wells’s 1898 novel and starring Ice Cube. We discuss whether this movie is meant to be taken seriously as a full-length film, and we debate whether Ice Cube has moved into more irrelevance as an actor since his heyday in the late 1990s to early …

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OutKast and Run The Jewels....IN ONE RANKING? 15:11

1M ago15:11

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In this Superchat conversation we took on the ultimate challenge of putting four classic Outkast albums up against all four Run The Jewels albums and ranking them together in one combined matchup. Each member came in with their own personal ranking list, so you’ll see where our opinions line up and where they clash. From timeless Southern hip hop l…

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Drake's Lawsuit Updates, Black Thought Better Than Jay Z, August Albums | Rundown Live 49:25

1M ago49:25

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In this episode of the Rundown, we go over the latest with Drake's UMG lawsuit, Black Thought being trillian times better than Jay Z, Lil Wayne's health scare, and August releases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dead End Media Group

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Eyes of Wakanda 37:51

1M ago37:51

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In this episode, we review the new Disney+ original miniseries from the Marvel Cinematic Universe titled Eyes of Wakanda. We discuss whether this series made us more or less interested in the lore, world-building, and history of Wakanda, and we also debate whether it is a good sign that the MCU is headed in the right direction, especially with Blac…

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Mastering The 7 Levels of Rapper 33:03

1M ago33:03

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In Part 2 of our 7 Levels of Rapper Conversation we used Duplee’s original criteria to put together our own list. Each of us brought 2 rappers for every level with the goal of naming artists who weren’t mentioned in his video. Things definitely got interesting as we debated where certain names belong and what it really means to master all 7 levels.…