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The Need to Know Podcast

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Get ready to be entertained and informed by the Need To Know crew every Monday and Thursday (plus Tuesday on Patreon only)! SaVon and Alex 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 duo. 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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SaVon and Alex kick things off with jokes and a reminder about the headphone giveaway before tackling a Patreon listener question on the greatest true freestyle artists (2:09). They finally give Joey Bada$$ his flowers, unpacking his 20-v-1 diss-track run, the label delays at Columbia, and the underwhelming 9K first-week numbers for 'Lonely at the …
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Subscribe to our Patreon for ad-free, early access to main episodes, exclusive episodes each and every Tuesday, and much more! - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast NOTE - This episode was recorded before Young Thug's interview with Big Bank was released. SaVon, Alex, and Art continue their discussion on the wave of leaked Young Thug jail calls, brea…
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The crew kicks things off with Alex recounting his car break-in and reflecting on wanting to move out of the hood before introducing special guest Art, producer at The Breakfast Club and host of The New Era (2:18). Art shares how SaVon and Alex inspired him during college (4:31) before the team answers a Patreon listener question on the afterlife a…
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SaVon and Alex welcome Pierre back to the show, and the crew jokes about parenting duties and breastfeeding hacks (2:16), vents about ad overload and Apple’s shady iPhone slowdowns (10:43), and breaks down the housing market struggles and Long Island’s reputation (17:28). They then relive Joe Budden’s 45th birthday party with luxury cars, free drin…
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The crew returns with a special episode as Q joins the show before sharing laughs about comments, travel habits, and the Miami vs. Dominican Republic debate (4:00). They shift into lighter banter about BBLs and the infamous Tea App story featuring Savon’s dad (8:15), plus anticipation for Joe Budden’s 45th birthday party and reflections on how far …
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Nyla Symone rejoins the crew as they address the Tyla backlash from last episode and accusations of xenophobia and "clip farming" (5:50) before diving into new music—breaking down Offset's latest project, its overlaps with Drake's recurring themes, and how both rappers are navigating reinvention (18:48). Next, the team reviews Teyana Taylor's cinem…
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Eddin rejoins the show fresh off a trip to Puerto Rico with Bad Bunny stories, green-card marriage jokes, and more (1:07). SaVon and Alex then announce a giveaway for listeners and plug a new Patreon-exclusive episode (15:12) before debating if bachelor’s degrees still matter, the value of networking, retail grind struggles, trade paths, and how ch…
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Yassy is back and kicks things off with hood news and her latest round of “market research” on nightlife and dating. From there, the crew tackles emotional vs. physical cheating, relationship dealbreakers, and viral Red Pill & Chill questions on sex, money, and insecurities (8:51). Next, Jermaine Dupri’s appearance on The Joe Budden Podcast sparks …
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Alex kicks this inaugural Monday episode off by asking SaVon if he needs glasses before SaVon breaks down his version of a "vision test" (0:00) and the guys joke about Neil deGrasse Tyson's take on human intelligence and the idea that aliens are pulling up to Earth (07:29). Next, the Hollywood Reporter's Podcast Power Players 2025 list sparks discu…
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Nyla Symone returns to the pod with a hilarious DMV story before SaVon recaps his vacation and gets roasted for his “eggs, ATVs, boats & hookah” Instagram habits (0:00). Next, the discussion turns to Gunna’s ‘The Last Wun,’ unpacking its high-profile Afrobeats features, familiar-sounding production, and the possibility of a shifting fanbase (11:09)…
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SaVon and Alex kick off with personal stories about summer burnout, traffic woes, and the luxury (and limitations) of car AC. They then dig into a viral tweet that reshaped how they view their creative identity (6:00) before breaking down how DEI rollbacks have dried up podcast ad money and shifted the media landscape (12:42). From there, they reac…
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This week on the Need to Know Podcast, Eddin returns to stir the pot with unfiltered takes and constant laughs. The guys kick things off by calling each other out—Who's the real diva of the squad?—before diving into Magic Johnson's nickname, nostalgic pet mishaps, and the physics of shoe sizes and swollen feet (1:00). Next, they break down the vira…
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This week, we're hitting the rewind and looking back at some of the most iconic Need to Know moments over the last few years, with appearances from Joe Budden, Mandii B, Mero & more! Relive the classics. Laugh again. Catch up on what you might’ve missed. 1:08 - Episode 302 10:47 - Joe Budden - Episode 232 22:24 - Elliott Wilson - Episode 222 36:30 …
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This week on the Need to Know Podcast, Yassy returns as the crew dives into rap’s biggest drops, messy beefs, and viral moments. They revisit the Pusha T vs. Jim Jones saga (1:51) before breaking down Clipse’s new album Let God Sort Em Out — unpacking Pusha T and Malice’s raw verses, Pharrell’s production, Kendrick Lamar’s feature, and their classi…
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This week on the Need to Know Podcast, Savon steps into his “Councilman Von” era (00:30) — breaking down how he’s mentoring college interns at Need to Know Studios while chasing side quests like a real-life GTA mission game (02:15). At (14:15), they dive into Drake’s “What Did I Miss?” — from the icy backroom stream to the Chuck Liddell “Iceman” co…
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Yerrrr! The Need to Know squad sat down with the one and only Mero — Bronx legend, multi-hyphenate menace, and certified culture shifter. From smoke shop runs and wrap flavors you’ve never heard of (00:49) to building his own creative empire, Mero delivers nonstop laughs, real game, and signature BX energy. He breaks down why TV is cooked and YouTu…
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On this bonus edition of the Need to Know Podcast, SaVon, Alex, and Eddin share their initial thoughts on the verdicts in Diddy's trial and debate what's next for the music mogul when it comes to his prison sentence and his public perception going forward. Catch us on Patreon - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast Book your next podcast recording at N…
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Follow the We Have More Thoughts audio feed on Apple and Spotify so you don't miss out on new episodes each and every Wednesday! On this week’s episode of We Have More Thoughts, SaVon makes his long awaited debut on the show. The guys kick things off by debating the best way to season eggs (0:41) before SaVon and Pierre share some updates on their …
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Ayo! This week, the Need to Know squad links up with the multi-hyphenate Bronx legend Rainey — podcaster, rapper, skit god, and all-around creative menace. He pulls up to talk Victory Light with Mero & Lisabell, his fire new project Cigarettes For Dead Men, and why he might’ve lowkey inspired Metro & Future (he said what he said). We get into every…
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In this episode of The Need to Know Podcast, the crew is once again joined by the vibrant and multi-talented Nyla Symone! The conversation kicks off with a deep dive into Joe Budden’s recently leaked Patreon numbers—how much is too much, and should your favorite creators be asking for a raise? Later, the team unpacks the explosive Pusha T verse aim…
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Nyla Symone makes her return to the podcast and begins by talking about the state of the music industry and comparing American and international artists. Next, the room talks Slick Rick’s latest album ‘VICTORY,’ Timbaland’s AI entertainment company, artists they need to put their children onto, Drake’s lack of desire to evolve as an artist, and Mem…
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On this special Monday edition of the Need to Know Podcast, Yassy returns, and the room begins by sharing some unpopular opinions (0:00) before discussing Kai Cenat’s response to his run-ins with Wale at last week’s BET Awards (15:12). Later, Drake on Smiley’s “2 Mazza” (26:57), Kendrick Lamar’s Toronto show and the cancelled stream between Drake a…
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This week, SaVon kicks things off by recapping his trip to the Dominican Republic (0:00) before saluting everyone who got us to 100K YouTube subscribers (4:22). Later, the guys recap Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Carter IV’(8:32) and the 2025 BET Awards (24:01), including the 106 & Park reunion, Jamie Foxx’s tribute, Kendrick Lamar’s speech, and the exchanges b…
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This week, SaVon and Alex are joined by Yassy, Creator & Host of the Let’s Get Unserious Podcast. The crew kicks things off by asking Pierre why he decided to go bald (4:10) and contemplating if they want to try Diddy juice (10:25). Later, they break down Complex and The Game’s lists of the top 50 Los Angeles rappers of all time (18:35) and Clipse’…
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SaVon kicks this week’s episode off by explaining a deal he made with his little sister (0:00) before Alex brings up complaints on social media about the lack of barbeques (7:15). Next, Kai Cenat’s Streamer University (19:20), Drake announces OVO Fest 2025 at Central Cee’s show (28:33), and Druski’s skit about white boys who are accepted by the hoo…
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