The Chop Up Show: Recent Episodes
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Hosts, @ToyuhGee, @TheConsciousLee, and @ThePoliticalPlug discuss various topics and issues as a young, Black, culturally, and socially aware millinials in America. Topics will range from humorous to serious to political as they navigate their own perspectives and engage with the live YouTube and Facebook audience.
In this episode, we dive into the recent interviews between Dr. Cheyenne Bryant and stars Cam Newton and Nick Cannon. In both interviews, the men allude to some interesting takes on fatherhood and marriage that introduce interesting questions about black manhood and family building.Additionally, we discuss the energy around the Harris-Walz campaign now that the massive energy generated from the DNC has passed. Both Toyuhgee and the Plug, and well as the audience, weigh on how people in their corners of the world are talking about and feeling about the Democratic ticket for the 2024 Presidential election.Dont forget to like, comment, and most importantly, subscribe on YouTube so you dont miss the LIVE show.Thanks for listening!
Did Kamala Harris' response to Gaza protesters at a rallies in Michigan and Arizona help or hurt her connection with voters?America has been introduced to Harris' running mate, Tim Walz. The energy at the rally in Philadelphia was high, but is the enthusiasm for Kamala Harris beneficial when we know how crooked politics are in general?Listen LIVE, subcribe to The Chop Up Show on YouTube
The Chop Up Crew reacts to the attempt on the life of presidential Republican nominee Donald Trump.
On Today's show, we give our analysis of that trash ass presidential debate. Long story short America Lost. We answer a question from our YouTube comments about Tyla's identitiy politics. We are also addressing the controversy surrounding Lebron James and his son, Bronny, getting drafted and playing on the same team. Should Lebron be called out for Nepotism? Is nepotism good or bad in general? Listen LIVE on YouTube, SUBSRIBE now to catch the show! Thanks for listening
June is Men's Mental Health Month and today we explore how mascuinity impacts the mental health of Black Men. Has subsciribing to normative notions of Masculinity helped or hindered the mental health of Black men? Toya and the Plug break it down.LIKE SHARE SUBSCRIBEMAKE SURE YOU FOLLOW OUR INSTAGRAM: @THECHOPUPSHOWCATCH US LIVE ON YOUTUBE. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHOP UP SHOW.
On tonights show we breakdown the disconnect between voters and the two presidential candidates nobody wants. We address how neither Trump nor Biden reflect the desires of regualr people, and how we still ended up with these two as our only options.Subscribe to The Chop Up Show on YouTube so you can catch the show LIVE!
The ENTIRE WORLD has been talking about the recent fued between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. We took an ep to hash the beef out for ourselves and to focus on our biggest takeaway from, what will go down as, one of Hip Hop's most popular beefs.Subscribe so you can Listen LIVE on YouTube!
Today on the chop up show we take a look at how Black media platforms like the Breakfast Club and Joe Budden Podcast are assisting Candace Owens in rebranding herself as a MODERATE Black conservative. Can Candace change her a image or will she always be attached to the anti-black rhetoric we use to. We also address conservatives who have turned DEI into a slur that demeans Black people in positions of power. How should we respond ot the claims that DEI means "Didn't Earn It"? Subscribe to listen LIVE on YouTube! The Chop Up Show
Tonight we get into this Tiktok ban and and address its legitimacy. Why is it bipartisan? What are their main reason and are they valid. We are also getting into Black strorytelling anayzing the Oscar win for American Fiction and ask the question what type of stories about Black people do we really want to see? Follow us on IG @TheChopUpShow and Subscribe to our YouTube channel "The Chop Up Show"
Tonight on the Chop Up Show we respond to conservatives who believe that Trump dropping his new sneakers gives him an "IN" with Black voters. We are going to discuss how wrong they are and analyze the different ways parties pander for votes. We are also going to discuss doomsday theories that keep us up at night. Does all the news about millionaires doomsday prepping stress yall out too? Tap In!This is the CHOP UP! Follow us on IG @thechopupshow and subscribe to The Chop Up Show on YouTube to listen LIVE!
To Cap off Black History Month we discuss the Black figures who usually get left out of the celebration. Whether its Clarence Thomas or Tyler Perry, certain Black history makers just dont get the same shine for making history. Tonight we explore why. Follow us on IG @TheChopUpShow and subscribe to The Chop Up Show on YouTube so you can catch us LIVE!
Presidents Day Special! We using the holiday to ask ourselves, does the perfect candidate exist? We build our perfect candidates and then analyze their electability. Are we basing our voting patterns off of someone who deosnt exist? Let find out...Follow us on IG- @TheChopUpShowListen LIVE on YouTube on Thursday nights, 730pm PST. Dont forget to subscribe!Thank you for listening!
Tonight we look at the Hop-Hop landscape and question whether or not Hip Hop still has a radical element to it. Has commercialization taken over or is the revolutionary element is still there? We also analyze a recent study that asses the impact racism has on our brain and executive functions. How does this genetic change change how we view Black people?THIS IS THE CHOP UP. Catch us LIVE on YouTube every Thursday at 730pm PSTSUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW us on IG: @thechopupshow
In this episode, we talk about the war brewing between Meg and the Hotties and Nicki Minaj and her Barbs. The BARBS are known for doxxing people and other harmful behavior. Is this type of stanning taking it too far? We also cook Nikki Haley ass for embarrassing herself in front of Black people for the last month. We take a look at her Breakfast Club interview and do a little follow up on the conversation from last week.THIS IS THE CHOP UP! Subcribe to our YouTube to catch us LIVE every Thursday night at 730pm PST.INSTAGRAM @THECHOPUPSHOW
Recently Charlamagne has been dominating poltical headlines with his commentary on Biden and Trump. We had to ask though, who gave him that role though?! We explore the rise of Charlamgne as a political figure and question how we got here.Listen to us LIVE on YouTube every Thursday night at 730pm/1030pm PST and follow us on IG @TheChopUpShow
Toyuhgee and The Plug explore their guilty pleasures as socially and politically conscious people. In an effort to highlight the fact that nobody challenging norms of power/domination/manipulation is perfect, the crew gives their choices of things they still indulge in, even though their politics may genuinely be misaligned. From music, to politics, to social media, to personal habits, this conversation is enlightening and hilarious.Thanks for listening! Follow us on IG!@TheChopUpShow @Toyuhgee @ThePoliticalPlug
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We start off talking a little Rap and R&B in honor of Hip Hop's 50th Anniversary.
The return of the Rona? It's Sounds like covid news is back. Is ANOTHER shutdown possible?
Donald Trump's mugshot, made possible Fulton County DA Fani Willis, will be HISTORIC, but will it impact the election? Full show so tap in!
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Between the guilty verdict out of Fulton County, GA for Donald Trump's attempt to steal the 2020 Election and the 10 year sentence Tory Lanez was given for shooting Megan Thee Stallion, the one thing these cases have in common is a lack of accountability. And what's worse, is their respective supporters all floating around ridiculous conspiracy theories about why their favs are suffering under the hands of the law. This leads The Political Plug and Toyuhgee to explore other conspiracy theories in the Black community and decide which ones we should keep and which ones we should kick.
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The Chopping Block: We discuss Lizzo's harassment lawsuit and what it means for challenging body shaming and other forms of normative oppression that persists in our society. We'll be discussing topics like internalized ableism, Grind Culture, job shaming, and other forms of bias that we view as "normal"
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In this episode, we talk about the dark side of social media and take a look at how social media is making us bad people. Social media is a great way to stay in touch with friends and family, but it's also been proven to be harmful to our mental health. We take a look at the stories and people like Charleston White and Andrew Tate, who encourage the worst out of us. From decreased mental health to increased anxiety and depression, we rank the 7 ways social media is harming us!
Recorded 7/20/23
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In this episode, we uncover the Truth Behind Crime and Elections from a Black Leftist perspective. We explore how crime is racialized during elections.
If you're interested in politics or want to learn more about the intersection of crime and elections, tap in.
Recorded 7/18/23
The CHOPPING BLOCK:
Spill Is Black Twitter Going Off On Its Own
Backlash To Banning Affirmative Action In Higher Education
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The Supreme Court has overturned race based affirmative action in higher education, legalized discriminating against gays, and blocked student loan forgiveness. We on they head.
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Some Billionaires paid $250,000 to go to the ocean floor on a GHETTO rinky dink submarine. It didn't work out like they thought it would. Should we feel bad?
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Recently, the NAACP issue a Travel Advisory advising Black people to think twice before traveling to Florida. Here at The Chop Up, we feel like they missed a few.
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They made the Little Mermaid Black, is that woke? The short answer, nah. The Plug and ToyuhGee explain what it means to be woke, the hijacking of "wokeness" by corporations, the power of liberalism, and the dangers of race neutrality.
We talk through the actions of Target, Bud Light, Disney, Black Democrats and the City of Greenville, SC to understand what the obsession is with wokeness from conservatives and liberal, alike.
Let's talk about it.
The Chopping Block:
So this is all the stuff we not gon do this election season Black people.
Explaining the severity of the Debt Ceiling Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina working with Republicans
The Chopping Block: Black men have been embarrassing us podcasters. The Political Plug addresses the BS myths they perpetuate. This is just the beginning.Follow us on IG- @TheChopUpShow @ThePoliticalPlug @Toyuhgee
The Chopping Block: I know yall tired of hearing the same ole tired gun control debate every time a hate crime occurs in the form of a mass shooting. The Chop Up explains why that keeps happening. Thanks for listening! Follow us on IG- @TheChopUpShow @Toyuhgee @ThePoliticalPlug
The Chopping Block:Joe Biden has announced he will be running for a second term and The Plug is pissed. Why do moderates force us to settle instead of actually progressing?Thanks for listening! Follow us on IG- @TheChopUpShow @ThePoliticalPlug @Toyuhgee
The Chopping Block: With the fall of Don Lemon and Tucker Carlson cable news is starting to have to deal with their loss of credibility and popularity, while podcast stars like Joe Rogan are now the face of independent media. Cable news was routinely called out for misinforming the public and now podcasts are being accused of the same thing. Toya and the Plug break down this new dynamic.Thanks for listening! Follow us on IG- @TheChopUpShow @ThePoliticalPlug @Toyuhgee
On the CHOPPING BLOCK: Missouri Republican Mike Moon defends 12 Year olds getting marriedJustin Jones and Justin Pearson has sparked a debate about what political activism looks like today. Thanks for listening! Join us LIVE on Facebook or YouTube on 4/27 for the next show. 730pm PST/ 930 pm CST Follow us on IG- @TheChopUpShow @Toyuhgee @ThePoliticalPlug
Does Kamala Harris deserve all the hate she gets as the VP?Clarence Thomas On Yachts with Republicans? Is this another notch is his belt of unethicality?Thanks for listening! Follow us on IG- @TheChopUpShow @ThePoliticalPlug @Toyuhgee
The Political Plug talks through Donald Trump's imfamous 34-count indictment coming from the District DA's office while also expaining why it is relevant to the lives and interest of Black people.Thanks for tuning in! Follow us on IG- @TheChopUpShow @ThePoliticalPlug @Toyuhgee
The Black Agenda, Reparations, and Trump's Legal Recent Legal WoesThanks for tuning in Chop Nation!! 2:06 There's more than one way so skin a cat, and also more than one way that Donald Trump can find his way behind bars (hopefully, finally) over the coming weeks. We discuss the probability of his indictment and whether that will shake the plans of Conservatives as we look to the 2024 elections34:39 Ice Cube and Trump both had major emphasis on a plan for Black America during the last election cycle. With Midterms behind us, and a new election brewing in this country, Toyuhgee and Plug consider what should be on the "Black Agenda" and different organizations who are working to organize to answer this questionWe also chop it up about the NAACP's issue with San Fransisco's new plan to give Black citizens there $5 million in reparations and the role reparations should play in making demands for Black liberation and justiceThank you so much for listening! Comment. Like. Listen. Share.IG- @TheChopUpShow @Toyuhgee @ThePoliticalPlug
The CHOPPING BLOCK: Challenging the Narrative Surrounding critical race theory (CRT) in mainstream media and politics.Follow us on IG- @thechopupshow @ThePoliticalPlug @Toyuhgee
Happy March Chop Nation! 1:40 Culture Chop- BET is up for sale and entertainment tycoons Byron Allen and Tyler Perry are in a bidding war for majority ownership. We discuss the qualifications of both, the direction BET should take with its programming, and what's best for The Culture 41:40 LA Gangs are on the rise, but in the community, as many would expect. Gangs in the LA Sheriff's Dept. have recently been thoroughly investigated by Cerise Castle in a 15-part investigative series. We discuss the report's findings, explore the normalization of police gangs, and talk about public servants who mix their personal politics with the work they do.Listen. Like. Follow. Share! IG- @TheChopUpShow @Toyuhgee @ThePoliticalPlug
In this Political Chop, @ThePoliticalPlug and @Toyuhgee break down the numbers and examples that expose the increasingly high rate of domestic terrorism being perpetuated by the alt-right.Follow the show on IG! @TheChopUpShowThank you for listening!
HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH, CHOP NATION!!!The 4th Annual Carter G. Woodson Black History Month AwardsCategories Include:Lost in the Sauce AwardI Just Dont Get It AwardMaya Angelou Woman of The Year AwardKobe Bryant Athlete of the Year AwardWe Love You, But... AwardLiving Black History AwardJames Baldwin Queer Icon of the Year AwardRest in Power AwardMore Than a Vibe AwardThank you so much for coming back for a new season! IG- @TheChopUpShow @Toyuhgee @ThePoliticalPlug
HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH, CHOP NATION!!!2:32 BHM Shoutout- Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts, Lebron James, and Beyonce'6:47 Snap Chop- Looking back at Super Bowl LVII: The Imfamous Tubi Commericial, Rihanna performs and people assume pregnancy, the controversial holding call15:11 Big Chop- In an interview with Suicide Prevention & Complex Trauma Specialist, and former Physical Therapists, Kat Schwarz, we explore fatphobia, fatness as a choice, legal weight-based discrimination, and the BMI scale's biggest issues, particularly for Black peopleFind Kat on IG- @chyoga OR @compassionatehealingservices, or visit her website https://chsyoga.comThank you so much for coming back for a new season! IG- @TheChopUpShow @Toyuhgee @ThePoliticalPlug
HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH, CHOP NATION!!!1:23 BHM Shoutout- Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, first Black US Supreme Court Justice5:39 Catching up with @ConsciousLee about his recent trip to the White House for the SOTU address14:40 Conscious Chop- Police Departments across the country have been rolling out Black History Month police cruisers across cities with substantial black populations. The crew explores the tone deaf illogic of that decision and more50:01 Social Chop- We get into the ways inflation is forcing us to tighten up and share our best meals, methods, and mindsets to beat these collectively harsh economic timesThank you so much for coming back for a new season! IG- @TheChopUpShow @Toyuhgee @ThePoliticalPlug
WE ARE BACK FOR SEASON 4 OF THE CHOP UP SHOW!!HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH, CHOP NATION!!!5:50 BHM Shoutout- @Supa_cent (IG) Influencer and Entreprenuer who was recently featured in Forbes magazine for her $50 million cosmetics empire, "The Crayon Case"8:12 Conscious Chop- The Police Murder of Tyre Nichols- we untangle the latest brutalization and gang murder done by the Memphis Police Department to end the life of Tyre Nichols1:13:07 Social Chop- The Emergence of the #PassportBros- we peel back the layers of the recent wave of Black men from America traveling internationally to find "traditional women" to marry and start a family withThank you so much for coming back for a new season! IG- @TheChopUpShow @Toyuhgee @ThePoliticalPlug
Recorded Thursday, 11/3/22
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Vibe Check-
2:39 Kyrie Gets Suspended over Documentary
14:54 Migos member Takeoff was murdered last week Houston. We discuss the best and worst takes surrounding his tragic death. RIP Takeoff
24:35 Inflation at the store, the pump, and everywhere else. Who is to blame?
Political Chop
38:17 The Supreme Court intends to overturn Affirmative Action, what does that mean for American institutions and the access of minorities and non-minorities to them?
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Recorded Thursday, 10/27/22
The Chopping Block:
Vibe Check-
1:25 Soooo...what do we do with our Yeezys?
10:35 Brittney Griner's most recent appeal was denied and the WNBA star is running out of options
18:35 George Floyd's family decides to pull thier $250 million lawsuit against Kanye West
Political Chop
23:58 Defending our position on the actions of Killer Mike
38:40 LA City Council Members Exposed For Racist Comments
53:07 Allowing White Lawmakers To Define "Black" For Reparations
1:07:08 Dr. Oz Undermines The Autonomy Of Women's Bodies
1:11:03 Yet Another Woman Steps Forward with Claims of an Abortion Paid For By Herschel Walker
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A discussion between @TheConsciousLee and @ThePoliticalClub explore why and how Antiblackness is more negotiable than Anti-Semitism
Recorded Thursday, 10/20/22
The Chopping Block-
1: 58 Entering the Holiday Gauntlet- whats your favorite holiday?
4:01 Vibe Check- Killer Mike is on some other shi*
15:02 Culture Chop- Nore apologizes for having YE on Drink Champs and pulls his episode of George Floyd comments, could be implicated in defemation lawsuit from family. Will this $250 million lawsuit be the thing to rein Kanye in? Podcast Journalism is on the rise- where is the line and what are the standards this field should have to avoid mis/dis-information?
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The crew sits down with the accomplished and captivating "She Real". Her newest album "Hi Cherelle" is available NOW on Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, and YouTube. As an international hip-hop artist representing Harlem, She Real reflects on her origins and growth in music, the people who influenced her, and the recent accomplishments that are propelling her to the next level as an authentic talent in the game. She Real also talks about breaking into digital animation and fashion with her streetware brand, "Afropeople Clothing". She Real is full of energy, focus and inspiration and all of that and more shines through in this conversation.
Featured Music- "Beautiful Day", "All Hail the Queen" (available on Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, and YouTube)
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Recorded Thursday, 10/6/22 The Chopping Block- 1:47 The Non-Vibe Check
Conscious Chop- 6:30 What is authentic blackness? Should black people gatekeep the culture? What are some black ideologies or politics do you have zero respect for?
Political Chop- 56:53 Biden pardons all federal marijauna charges for simple possession? Is this a reason to celebrate? Does it redeem him for his influence on the '94 Crime Bill?
1:18:27 Christian Walker outs his father for being absent, being abusive, and supporting abortions by getting one for a girlfriend.
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Recorded Monday, 10/3/22
The Chopping Block: #YE Edition
2:18 Kanye's shirt causes a stir online, Jaden Smith reacts, our initial reactions to the shirt
9:34 Outrage Marketing: Will/should people buy Kanye's products and support his brand?
17:19 How did we get from the "Old Kanye" to the "New Kanye"
28:17 Who's better for the culture? Hov or Ye?
46:13 Saying "White Lives Matter" and Kanye's mental health
50:26 "Yall are a part of the problem. Stop giving Kayne all this attention. This is what he wants"
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Recorded Thurs, 9/29/22
Vibe Check-
1:48 Despite boycotting the NFL over Colin Kaepernic, Rihanna is announced as Super Bowl Headliner in Feb 2023
14:50 The "Dahmer" docuseries on Netlflix stirs mixed emotions to viewers with depictions of Black Queer violence
Conscious Chop
36:57 Is "wokeness" in Hollywood ruining Creativity? A look at Kenya Burris' statements and a discussion about Viola Davis' "The Woman King"
Political Chop
1:21:21 Black men, their voting habits, and the future of political support for Black women
1:27:22 Trump appointed judges not taking his side in State of NY Investigation
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Recorded Sat, 9/24/22
Sports Chop
1:38 Brett Favre Steals Millions from Mississippi TANF recipients
24:48 Robert Sarver decides to sell Phoenix Suns and Mercury after proven racism and sexual misconduct
36:56 Celtics HC Ime Udoka exposed in scandal and the news covers it poorly
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Recorded Thurs, 9/22/22
Start of Show - 36:48 : Conscious Chop- Misandry and Men's Rights
36:49 - 45:30: Political Chop (Letitia James and the State of NY v. Donald Trump, FL/TX Governors kidnapping migrants, State of NY . Trump cont.)
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Recorded Thurs, 9/8/22
3:20-23:34: Vibe Check (Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears, The Queen of England Dies, Journalist Murdered by Politician in Las Vegas
23:35- 51:35: Political Chop (Fox News gets sued, Trump Mar-o-Lago update, Georgia Politics)
51:37- Close of the Show: Conscious Chop (Environmental racism, water crisis in Mississippi)
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Recorded Thurs, 9/1/22
Start of the Show- 12:24: SnapChop
12:24- 47:40: Jay-Z and Black Capitalism
47:41- Close of the Show: Black Leaders with White Intimate Partners
Technical Difficulty (echoing) 22:25 - 23:36 We apoligize for this brief disruption.
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THE CREW IS BACK! The Chop Up Show returns after a summer hiatus to explore the recent firing of a Black therapist who was criticized for a TikTok video aimed at encouraging Black men to seek therapy. The crew then jumps over to politics to talk about student loan debt forgivness, the Inflation Reduction Act, and why Republicans are in love with Hershel Walker.
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The Uvalde, TX Tragedy- 1:52
KamG on Black Farming, Health, and Wealth- 52:56
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Buffalo Shooting- 1:04
Young Thug and Gunna Hit With That RICO 53:21
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1: 41- Kevin Samuels Dies
23:09- SCOTUS Leak to Overturn Roe v. Wade
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3:37- Elon Musk Buys Twitter
43:11:05- Understanding Generations
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Netflix Losses- 5:32
No More Masks- 20:21
More Money to Ukraine- 35:15
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3:12 Justice Brown Jackson
11:13 Reparations in 2022
37:04 BLM Financial Drama
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9:08 - Do we need comedians in today's scciety?
24:56- New Diversity Rule in the NFL
37:18- Respectibility Politics and The Slap from Will Smith to Chris Rock at the Oscars
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This edition of Black People Dont ft. SunHee, a Black woman cosplay enthusiast, from Texas. She breaks down her path and interests in cosplay, her experiences as a Black woman in that community, and some of her favorite anime recs. Shoutout to all off the Blerds out there. We love you!
We also take moment to tap into the tomultuous conformation hearings for prospective Supreme Court Justice, Ketanji Brown-Jackson. (43:31)
The audio is less than perfect for a bit at the beginning, but improves greatly for the majority of the episode. Thank you for your grace and patience
Recorded on 3/17/22
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Lil Boosie's Antics (1:42)
Proud Family Controversy (19:07)
Brittney Griner Stuck in Russia (33:36)
Recorded Thursday, 3/10
Jussie is Going to Jail (2:43)
Women's History Month (23:11)
Biden Said Back2Work (1:01:31)
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Recorded on location at the 53rd Annual NAACP Image Awards LIVE! Experience, @Toyuhee, @TheConsciousLee, and @ThePoliticalPlug host the 3rd Annual NAACP Image Awards. This was a HUGE opportunity for us- thank you for giving us the support that creates these moments to do what we love.
This was our FIRST live show in front of an audience so the audio is low in places, especially for Toyuhgee. We apologize for the dip in quality. Please come back again for the next ep and better audio.
The crew talks about their BIG opportunity with the NAACP and then spends the show exploring the basics regarding the outbreak of war between Russia and Ukraine
Snap Chop with @ThePoliticalPlug and @TheConsciousLee
-3:56 Kayne West the Stalker or the Committed Husband?
-14:53 NY Mayor Targets Drill Rap and Meets with NY Rappers
-Sha'Carri Richardson Frustrated with the International Olympic Committee's Biased Treatment
Reality Chop with @Toyuhgee
-28:15 The NFL Halftime Show- Classic Moment or Missed Opportunity?
TCUS crew returns for the first time in 2022 with Season 3, Episode 1!!
Snap Chop with @Toyuhgee (3:36)
*Whoopi's Anti-Semetic comments on The View (3:45)
*Joe Rogan uses the N-word 70+ times (18:09)
*The Police Murder of Amir Locke (34:56)
Conscious Chop with @TheConsciousLee
- Watering Down of Black History Month (42:46)
Political Chop with @ThePoliticalPlug
*Black Girl Promises (1:12:29)
@Toyuhgee, @TheConsciouslee, and @ThePoliticalPlug put the year 2021 in review. With 10 categories like "Black MVP", "Biggest Viral Moment", and "Most (non-COVID) WTF News of 2021", the crew gives their take on some of the most memorable moments of the year.
@ThePoliticalPlug starts the night with the SnapChop a look inside the most recent school shooting in Michigan that left four dead and the 15 year old shooter and his parents in police custody.
@Toyuhgee then kicks off a new segment of "Black People Dont..." by starting a conversation with Raul Cepin @strtdsgnr about how he transitioned into the tech world by learning how to code, and how that decisions set him up to thrive in the world of crypotocurrency, NFT's, and social justice. Through his business @socialjusticetech Raul is showing motivated Black minds to tap into this ever-evolving industry.
After starting the show with the SnapChop Lineup, a quick discussion about multiple hot topics from the week, @TheConsciousLee posses some questions to the crew about what capitalism is, whether you can similtaneously participate in it and reject it, and how we come to terms with Black capitalism's influence on our lives.
@Toyuhgee leads the second installment of the segment "Black People Dont..." where the crew explores the worlds of Black people who do jobs or activities that typically lack Black representation. On this edition, world traveler and ex-pat, Amber C. Edwards @ambercedwards joins the crew to talk about what led her to her move out of the US permenantly, how she survives being away from home and family, and some common misconceptions Black people have about what it takes it make it out in the (literal) real world.
@TheConsciousLee starts the show off with a frustrating observation about the Kyle Rittenhouse trial. @ThePoliticalPlug and @Toyuhgee break down Facebook's new transition to META and the grip and influence these social media platforms have on our daily lives
@ThePoliticalPlug moderates a debate between host, @Toyuhgee and Chop Nation member @Vghopkinsjr about the importance and safety of Black people getting vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, specifically with the Delta variant. The purpose of the debate was to have a formatted, balanced, and well-intentioned goodwill debate about a difficult issue amongst Black people who truly love other Black people, and are exploring the best way to do that in the world of the coronavirus.
Full Episode from 10/18- The crew discusses the life, legacy, and death of Former Secretary of State Colin Powell. They also discuss the ever-present absence of VP Kamala Harris.
@Toyugee opens the show with a focus on the most recent LGBTQ controversy in stand up special "The Closer," by boundary-pushing comedian, Dave Chappelle
On Monday, October 4th, 2021, Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp simulateously and suspiciously crashed for over 6 hours and the world went crazy. In many ways this is hyperbole, but it many ways it is not that big of an exaggeration. Communication halted, international connections broken, and money lost were just some of the effects of that day. @Toyuhgee talks to the crew and The Chat to break down what happened that day and the conspiracy theories surrounding the temporary collapse of social media's biggest player.
@ThePoliticalPlug shares a popular meme of a white hand and a black hand shaking hands. The arm of the white hand is captioned "Proud Racist Americans", the arm of the black hand is captioned "Conspiracy Theorist "Woke" Black Ppl", and the hands shaking with each other is captioned "Fu*k That Vaccine". The meme implies the irony of two traditionally opposed groups agreeing on the undesirability of the vaccine. We discuss the accuracy of the meme and set up a debate between @Toyuhgee and a member of Chop Nation about Black people getting the vaccine.
After MSNBC host, JoyAnn Reid, tweeted about the ridiculousness of negationing dinner options with a child who doesnt like what is being served, a debate began between parents who had a lot to say about the benefits and disadvantages of letting children rule meal time. @Toyuhgee sparks a conversation about the controversial topic and the comments and crew peel back the layers behind their own experiences with being forced to eat certain foods they hated.
With R. Kelly being recently federally convicted of 11 counts of sex trafficking and rackettering, @TheConsciousLee begins the show by questioning how and why he still has so many supporters, and explores the connection between R. Kelly lovers and Lil Nas X haters.
@Toyuhgee opens the show up to the chat to throw our questions about topics of their choice.
@ThePoliticalPlug asks the crew if Black people missed a unique opportunity for social and political organizing and uprising during the Trump presidency.
@TheConsciousLee starts the show asking about the battle for the number 1 hip hop album between Kanye West and Drake
@TheConsciousLee explores the tragic effects of Hurricane Ida and compares the response and impact to that of Hurricane Katrina
@Toyuhgee starts the conversation of by getting vibe on the pictures released on Beyonce wearing a rare Tiffany stone and Jay-Z posing with a rare Basquiat painting.
@Toyuhgee introduces an all-new segment called "Black People Dont..." which dispells the myths about what Black people do by chopping it up with guests who do jobs, activities, or have interests that are not commonly found in the Black mainstream.
The first guest is Christopher Stricklen, a cyclist and photogropher from The Bay. Christopher, who found a passion for long-distance bike riding later in life, shares his introduction into the sport, how he has navigated its very White demographics, and what Black people (and all people) should consider about biking before they dust themselves off and try again. You can find Christopher on Instagram at @creedub and listen to him on his own show, the "We Got to Hang Out" podcasts (@wegottohangout) on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
@ThePoliticalPlug breaks down the current scandal involving conscious leader, Bro. Polight, and explores the misuse and misinterpretations of "wokeness," "consciousness," and identifying as Hotep.
@TheConsciouslee opens up the shower reflecting on ShaCarri Richardson's recent return to international competition and the frenzy surrounding her performance and comments made on social media
We celebrate @TheConsciouslee's new blue check verification on TikTok and explore to costs, risk, and frustrations of gaining such visibility on social media.
With the current and consistent collapse of Afghanistan, the crew explores the global implications of the Taliban resuming power in the region.
The crew welcomes back @ThePoliticalPlug and jumps into the buzz around returning to in-person learning for students during COVID
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We start the show breaking down the chaos surrounding the recent comments DaBaby made about homosexuality and HIV/AIDS at Rolling Loud and the constant backlash that has followed in the week since.
Kanye West drops a new album entitled "Donda" on 7/23/21 and the crew discusses whether it is as anticipated as most would assume
@ThePoliticalPlug tries to get to the bottom of where all of the people who boldly spoke out for and against Trump are now that the dust is settling on Joe Biden's presidency
@TheConsciousLee opens the show exploring the recent spike in Covid cases due to the Delta variant and people's refusal to mask up in unvaccinated
@Toyugee lays out the details of Olymic qualified track star, ShaCarri Richardson and the recent struggles she's expereinced on the road to the Tokyo Olymics
After the news goes abuzz with news of Bill Cosby's release from prison, @TheConsciousLee leads a discussion about the impact of the court's decision.
The crew ends the show discussing their relationship to the BET Network and BET Awards Show, including a discussion of the recent 2021 event.
The crew begins the show sharing their reaction to the 22.5 year sentence assigned to Derek Chauvin, the former officer who murdered George Floyd in 2020.
In this brief show, @ThePoliticalPlug and @TheConsciousLee switch up the format and engage with the audience over a range of topics
Exploring the complex and intricate approach entertainer/producer, Nick Cannon, has toward building a family.
The recent re-emergence of former NBA player, Kwame Brown, has been entertaining and insightful. @ThePoliticalPlug walks us through his recent fued with other former NBA stars, Steven Jackson, Matt Barnes, and Gilber Arenas.
One year after the murder of George Floyd, @Toyuhgee leads a conversation about the notion of "progress" and what that looks like at this point.
@ThePoliticalPlug walks us through the recent indictment fromer MMPD officer, Derek Chauvin was served after being found guilty of murdering George Floyd by putting a knee in his neck for 9 minutes.
@TheConsciousLee lays out the details of the tragic police murder of 16 year old girl, MaKhia Bryant, in Columbus, Ohio.
@Toyuhgee starts the show with an action item for the Chop Nation to support the firing of Louisville, Kentucky Mayor, Greg Fischer. He has been a HUGE barrier to justice in the Breonna Taylor police murder case.
One year and one month after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and lock down, @Toyuhgee closes the show checking in on feelings about 4th stimulus check, the vaccines, and everyone's strategies for returning to "normal"
In the wake of losing hip hop icon Dark Man X, @ThePoliticalPlug guides a conversation about DMX, his legacy, and the way we have come to understand addiction/substance abuse in general
@TheConsciousLee kicks off the show stating the facts about the most recent police murder of an unarmed black man in Minnesota. The victim's name is Daunte Wright.
As the trial develops over the guilt of George Floyd's murderer, Derek Chauvin, the crew checks in with each other and listeners about how they feel about the proceedings.
@Toyuhgee and the crew pull back the layers on the recently exposed elevator altercation between rappers and former love interests, Saweetie and Quavo
@ThePoliticalPlug kicks off the show with a break down of the online beef between Brooklyn Nets basketball player, Kevin Durant and comedian, Michael Rappaport.
The Political Plug guides us through a breakdown of what has recently happened with voter exclusion and voting regulations in the State of Georgia
@TheConsciousLee kicks off a conversation about the major controversy Lil Nas X created with the release of his "Call Me By Your Name" music video
The crew explores the cheating scandal with Derrick Jaxn, the (mis)advice of Kevin Samuels, and the toxity of "relationship gurus"
In light of the newly released film, "Judas and The Black Messiah", focused on the work of Black Panther Leader, Fred Hampton, @ThePoliticalPlug guides the conversation about the influence of The BPP.
Texan @TheConciousLee opens up about the glaring realities of climate change and more importantly, environmental racism, as all eyes were on the State of Texas and the South in the February 2021 snow/ice storm
@Toyuhgee starts the show by asking the crew when the right time is to start introducing kids to the realities and impacts of slavery.
@TheConciousLee breaks down the plan of Austin Chenge, a Black GOP candiate in Michigan, to cancel Black History Month.
@ThePoliticalPlug takes the lead on the Conscious Chop to break down the shade MLK threw at the Nation of Islam.
Toyuhgee begins the show by sharing the these for Black History Month 2021 and leading a conversation about the Black family.
@TheConsciousLee starts a conversation about Clubhouse's recent billion dollar evaluation and the ways black people made that app and so many other platforms and brands popular just by using them.
The crew discusses the recent heinous allegations of underage sex, substance abuse, and coersion. They also explore Plies' recent tweet aboubt his stance on taking the vaccine. Last, they put the spotlight on NFL player, Chad Wheeler's recent abuse of his black girlfriend.
Save the Date: Black History Month Awards 2021 will be recorded LIVE on Monday, February 22. Don't forget to tune in!
@ThePoliticalPlug leads a conversation about the demands the American public should have on the new administration after getting them elected, now that the smoke is clearing from the presidency of DJ Trump.
The crew start the show reflecting on the 2 year passing of Kobe and GiGi Bryant, play a round of Would You Rather?, and dicuss the face of Harriett Tubman being placed on the $20 bill.
This episode includes a "Big Chop," featuring domestic and sexual assualt survivor, advocate, and activist, Mercy Baez. Based in the Bronx, NY, Mercy leads Rebirth of a Woman LLC. The organization is committed to supporting survivors of domestic violence in the NY area. In the episode, we discuss her background, work, and perspectives on the normalization of domestic violence in black culture and within the law.
The crew remind listeners of the importance of the 2 Senate races in Georgia on 1/5/6 as well as the newly released recordings of Trump begging an official in Georgia to "find" more votes for his lost run at reelection.
Conscious Lee leads a conversation about a question asked to him on TikTok about the issues bisexual black men experience in dating.
Welcome to 2021! The crew does a quick vibe check to kick off the first show of the year.
The crew starts the last show of the year lookin at Trump's decision to veto the COVID relief package that would have given American's $600 while asking that people get $2000. Is he the hero we have been waiting for or as full of "it"as he's always been?
The crew gives their picks for most influencial artists, black MVP, most positive moment, and most influential moment we almost forgot happened in 2020 plus so much more!
The Chop Up Crew checks the vibes after Joe Biden comes out on top in the 2020 Election.
The Chop Up Crew discusses the climate in America after whoever wins this election takes that top spot.
The Chop Up crew makes their demands on the Biden/Harris administration and the Plug explains why they are more likely to listen.
The Chop Up Crew start this weeks show discussing the rules around when to start celebrating the holidays.
The Chop Up crew dig into the conspiracies associated with claims that Black men are being emasculated as a part of a larger plot.
The Chop Up Crew address the controversy surronding how some people are responding to Trumps COVID diagnosis.
The Chop Up crew breakdown the message Meg thee Stallion sent to Kentucky AG Daniel Cameron with her Saturday Night Live performace.
The Chop Up Crew discusses the impact of criminlaizing Black people on their rights. #SAYHERNAME #BREONNATAYLOR
The Chop Up Crew discusses the odd ways in which our culture is celebrating the collapse of a marriage. So just becusae you disagree with her lyrics, we celebrate a failing relationship? Why?
The Chop Up crew addresses allegations that Black people in America culturally appropriate African culture.
To get the show started the Chop Up crew reacts to the news of Andrew Gillum getting caught up in drug and sexual encounters with men. We ask the question "Why is this news?"
The Chop Up Crew discusses the current effort to to get HBCU's behind the latest vaccine trials backed by Trump.
The Chop Up crew discusses the self admitted deception of Jessica Krug, a white professor of African and Latin American women studies who lied about being Black to legitimize herself in the field.
The Chop Up crew starts the show discussing how certain political groups are weaponizing the death of a child.
In this weeks Political Chop, the Chop Up crew discuss the new Fred Hampton movie and his impact on gang culture in Chicago.
On this weeks Culture Chop, the Chop Up crew addresses how young white kids are reapropriating Black venacular and culture to go viral.
The Chop Up crew speak on Kanye meeting up with Jared Kushner, Kamala Harris is already bringing out the racist, and new report dispels a major myth about the unemployed.
The Chop Up crew gives their breakdown to the question "What does it mean to be Black". With that foundation the crew discusses aunthentincity testing and Kamala Harris.
The Chop Up crew starts the show discussing the winner of the #DebateMe debate between the Political Plug and Conscious Lee.
Now that we know Kamala Harris will be Joe Biden's VP nominee, the Chop Up debates the relevance of her past record in law enforcement.
This weeks conscious chop adresses the many accusations against talk show host Ellen Degeneres alleging mistreatment and a hostile working conditions for a lot of the staff and what that means for the image of the white "ally".
This weeks Political Chop addresses the evitction crisis that is being caused by the COVID pandemic, spotlights the Black women Biden is considering as his running mate, and calls out three of the last four presidents for saying very stupid things.
In this weeks episode of the Chop Up we start the show with the SanpChop discussing the recent tweets from Noname that were critical of Beyonce's recent visual album "Black is King" on the Disney+ platform.
In a recent interview, rapper Lil Baby made some comments suggesting Black people can be racist. The Chop Up discusses whether or not hes right.
The Intro and Snapchop - Given the inability for Americans to maintain proper social distancing guidelines, as a country do we deserve to sports, concerts, or any other major event.
Kanye has made news recently with some ridiculous statements about Harriett Tubman and going on a tweet storm chastising his wife and in-laws. The Chop Up discusses whats behind and his behavior and the implications of his actions.
With guest host, Adam Jackson, the crew reject Gilly da King's comments about Black Lives Matter and the myth of "black on black crime"
The crew is joined by Adam Jackson, CEO of Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle, a black grassroots organization out of Baltimore, Maryland committed to the political, economic, and structural freedom of black people. LBS was integral to the impact of the Baltimore Uprising. Together, the four discuss the challenges of keeping the momentum of a movement going after the perceived "buzz" dies down.
The disproportionate impact of covid-19 on Native reservations. The 6 Grandfathers that was turned into "Mount Rushmore". FINALLY changing the name of Washington's team. Halting the projects at Dakota and Keystone... Indigenous people have been calling out colonization and white supremacy since the beginning, so why are Indigenous lives and issues seemingly being silenced and erased? The crew starts the conversation.
Does the Black Lives Matter mission statement and organized movement intentionally exclude black fathers? The crew explores this interpretation of the text.
The crew tackles the complicated relationship between the declaration "black lives matter" and the tragic crime and violence that happens within black communities
Kanye, Kanye, Kanye. The crew discuss Kanye West's weekend announcement to run for US President in the November 2020 Election.
The crew invite KU Debate Legends Jyleesa Hampton and Quaram Robinson on the show to discuss the recent uprisings in the movement demanding justice for all black lives.
The crew discusses the tragic murder and demands for justice for Oluwatoyin (Toyin) Salau, who was murdered after tweeting about her sexual assault.
The hosts discuss the recent Twitter and diss track battle over the work that should be done to help uplift black people
ConsciousLee takes a closer look at the attention given to Breonna Taylor's murder and the attack on Iyanna Dior and ask if ALL black lives are being given equal value in the fight for justice
Drew Brees' recent comments and apologies force the group to ask what to do with the white apology
The coronavirus and the Confederate flag...somehow bored white people figured out how to bring racism into a global pandemic. The crew figures out how and why
The the light at the end of the tunnel of the COVID-19 attempts to peek through, the crew discusses what changes they hope to see when we get on the other side of the virus
Bernie Sanders has dropped out of the race to be the President of the US in 2020 and is now officially supporting Joe Biden. This decision and outcome does not excite many but its the reality for most. So what should the people who want Trump out of office be thinking about next?
With the huge changes COVID-19 is bringing to our daily life, celebrities, who are used to claiming all of our attention, have had to adjust. Are we feeling the new approaches celebrities are using to connect with their fans? What can we expect in the future? How will celebrity culture turn out to be post the Rona?
Part 2- The Federal Government agreed to give US citizens a one-time, $1200 stimulus to survive the recession triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. The crew discusses the amount given to American's vs. other countries, if its good enough, and plans for how it will spent.
Part 1- The Federal Government agreed to give US citizens a one-time, $1200 stimulus to survive the recession triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. The crew discusses the amount given to American's vs. other countries, if its good enough, and plans for how it will spent.
The crew gives preliminary thoughts and perspectives on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and shares insights on the impacts it is having on daily life
The Political Chop, led by The Political Plug, drops knowledge on how we ended up with Bernie and Biden as the final two 2020 Democratic candidates and explores how that leaves people heading into the election
ConsciousLee leads the conversation as the hosts dissect the statements rapper, Lil Boosie, makes about daughter of retired NBA player, Dwayne Wade. Zaya Wade made her introduction into the world and the world went wild. We talk about it.
The crew dedicates an entire episode to presenting awards in MANY diverse categories for our favorite people and moments in recent/overall black history.
This segment of the Political Chop breaks down the Dem debate (Warren, Klobachar, Biden, Sanders, and Bloomberg) and the state of the candidates from late-February.
In this full show, The Political Plug and Toyuhgee break down the unfortunate but predictable acquittal of the President, and try to understand why people get so upset about the things they choose to
From his impact, to his legacy, to his controversy; a show all about the late, Kobe Bean Bryant.
RIP Kobe and GiGi
The crew jump into the second show of 2020 and discuss the support players need after leaving professional sports, the details of Trump's impeachment, and the recycled and polished legacy of MLK.
This segment dives into the recently controversies around parenting. Between T.I> taking his daughter to get yearly hymen checks, a black mother beating her young son on camera at school, and Kanye dressing his daughter like Rihanna, Conscious Lee and The Political Plug attempt to unpack it all.
The segment begins with paying respect to recently deceased Congressman, Elijah Cummings. We then shift the conversation to Lebron's recent statements on Houston Rockets owner, Daryl Morey's comments on the protests in Hong Kong.
The crew dives in the police shooting of innocent, black woman, Atatiana Jefferson in Dallas, Texas.
The Political Plug and Conscious Lee discuss the implications of black people and their affinity for forgiveness when confronted with violent anti-blackness.
The Chop Up crew explore the realities of Seasonal Affective Disorders, adjusting to changes in mental and emotional health, and how we have evolved our understandings of mental/emotional distress.
The Political Plug and Conscious Lee discuss the implications of black people and their affinity for forgiveness when confronted with violent anti-blackness.
The hosts react to the efforts of the bailiff, judge, and brother of the deceased, to comfort white, former police officer, Amber Guyger, who was found guilty in the in the murder of innocent black man, Botham Jean.
The recent Revolt Summit, hosted by Killer Mike and sponsored by P. Diddy and AT&T, has had people buzzing. Between the exchange between TI and Candace Owens and the commentary of Killer Mike, the crew discuss how to feel about the event and some of the points made about the future of black people's issues
In light of Fantasia's recent comments about black's women's need to submit in order to keep a man, the crew explores the reality of that position to create a strong relationship and share some other tough-to-swallow relationship norms that both build and break a couple's connection.
The crew has a candid and honest conversation about body positivity, the unique issue for men and insecurities, and the realities of fatphobia that we need to be mature enough to talk about.
Over the last few weeks, Jay Z has been loved, then hated, then loved and hated again over his new affiliation with the NFL's social justice initiatives. This led The Political Plug to pose a question- If entertainers are not at the front of black movements, who should be?
In this segment, the crew explores mainstream hip hop and the relevance of its major 4 themes: guns, money, women, and drugs. Can or will hip hop culture ever move beyond these tropes? Are they a negative influence on black culture? Does the popularity of women in hip hop mean they can only discuss one thing? The debate introduces multiple opinions on the issue of the future of hip hop.
As we commemorate 56 years since Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his historical "I Have a Dream" speech, we reflect on the speech's influence and relevance now and our connection to the legacy of Dr. King.
In response to the Dave Chappelle Netflix stand-up special "Sticks and Stones," the crew discuss homophobia in comedy and the (lack of) boundaries within the art form.
With the passing of literary icon, Toni Morrison, the crew talks about her legacy as well as the collective responses black people have when our leaders, role models, and icons transitions into ancestry.
The crew responds to the NCAA's implementation of new rules and guidelines for incoming sports agents. The newly imposed were clearly unnecessary and targeted at keeping agents like phenom, Rich Paul out of the representation game.
Following the shootings in El Paso, Texas, Dayton, OH, and around the country, the crew explores the mental, social, and cultural dynamics of white supremacy and how they should be understood in a society of normalized mass death.
In this segment, the hosts round out Pride Month 2019 with an in-depth discussion about the intersections of blackness and queerness, our personal moments of reckoning with black queerness, and an honest conversation about what we can do more to support and liberate all black people, specifically black queer folks
After two nights of preliminary Democrat debates jammed packed with 20 total candidates, the hosts begin the show with their reflections on some of the best and worst performers of the evenings
Continuing the conversation about "When They See Us" on the Conscious Chop, @TheConsciousLee circles back to resolve some questions about how much the Central Park 5 should really be rewarded and the ways corrupt prosecutors like Linda Fairstein should be dealt with in the system.
With the recent news that rapper, JayZ, has become the first hip hip artist to be worth a billion dollars, the crew addresses some of the questions swirling around his fortune. Is this a win for the culture? Did he have to cozy up to whiteness to get it, and is that bad? Is he, as well as other grossly affluent black celebrities obligated to give back? Is black capitalism good?
After the show begins with the question of the day, we begin a discussion about Netflix original series, "When They See Us," and the trauma black people undergo after witnessing the historically violent acts of antiblackness on the big and small screen. Do these images influence us emotionally and psychologically? Should we still invest energy into tuning into representations like these?
In this segment, @Toyuhgee opens up a conversation about faith and the merits of spirituality as black people, millennial, and people who live and work in spaces where religious beliefs are very diverse. We tackle questions about what we believe in and why
On the Conscious Chop, the crew discusses their disagreement with the idea of putting black hero, Harriet Tubman on the U.S. $20 bill and gives our choice for who should appear on the bill instead
On the Political Chop, @thepoliticalplug introduces a study that has determined that discrimination has gone down since Trump's election. We call bullshit and explain why. Also, we have a discussion about the continues disproportionate dip in black unemployment.
In this chill Q & A segment, "5Q," or 5 Questions are asked to @thepoliticalp;ug and @toyuhgee. Listen in as they answer some tough and equally fun questions about how they tend to see things
There is always some black person, somewhere, capping a little too hard for white people in proximity to blackness. The example we give is with Leakaveli's song "Let the White Kids Say Nigga." and social media's LOVE for white people doing black things. But there are levels to this shit...so we also drop the names of the white people who we can reasonably defend at the cookout itself
Are reparations really just a "payoff?" and if so, is that a bad thing? Is Joe Biden the Hillary Clinton of 2020? Can he win? Who is your ideal candidate? All important questions put on the table in the Political Chop, facilitated by @ThePoliticalPlug
To open the show, the crew discusses Facebook's decision to ban Louis Farrakhan, among others, in an attempt to decrease hate speech and Antisemitism
@TheConsciousLee guides an in-depth conversation about black folks and government assistance, the ways we were introduced to notions of "class" growing up, and the most valuable tips we have learned about money
Now that the Mueller Report is out, but moderately redacted, @thepoloticalplug opens up a conversation about how black people should navigate political corruption and if people as a collective should be invested in the political process in the face of blatant lies and cover-ups by the government
In the Conscious Chop, @theconsciouslee opens up a discussion about the recent ourpour of support for the fire-engulfed Notre Dame Cathedral in France and the compassion that is missing from society regarding the churches that were set ablaze in the South earlier this month
The Chop Up crew open up the show discussing the recent domestic violence drama between rapper, GHerbo and Ari, a personality in the hip hop world
Therapy. Anxiety. Depression. Social Media. Distinct from generations before us, this generation has a unique and nuanced relationship to emotional health. We explore why and what our connections to how we feel stem from
DeWayne Wade, Gabrielle Union, and their son, Zion Wade, make waves when they are all soon supporting the child at a Gay PRIDE event. With the internet buzzing, we weigh in on the bold move to let their kid be who we wants to be.
This segment focuses on the details of the Mueller investigation, whether its contents should matter to black people, and whether THIS is the time we should tap in.
The team tries to figure out what possessed Kodak Black to make the disrespectful comments he made to Lauren London after the recent passing of her partner, Nipsey Hussle. TI and The Game had some opinions on the matter that also not be ignored.
This episode is all about life, legacy, and lies connected to the unexpected passing of the ancestor, Nipsey Hussle. Rest in Power, King.
With the recent popularity of a video featuring Cardi B describing drugging men, robbing them, and initiating sex between her passed our partner and a trans woman in her stripper days, many have called for her to be ostracized in the same manner as R. Kelly and Bill Cosby. But do those demands have merit? TCU Crew discusses
The Political Plug provides some fresh insights to how we should interpret the conclusions of the Mueller Report on Donald Trump's 2016 campaign, and Toyuhgee and Conscious Lee chime in
Jussie, Jussie, Jussie. Empire Star, Jussie Smollett, has been all over the news recently for making a false allegation of being attacked by homophobic MAGA supports in Chicago earlier this month. Now that the facts are surfacing and we know he orchestrated a false story, we are wondering why and what's next for the fallen actor/artist
Are you a caller or a texter? Is social media better than them both? What are the rules of texting? The DM's...to slide or not to slide? What are your communication pet peeves? We weigh in on how we stay connected
Bernie Sanders' announcement to run for president in 2020 is barely a shock to anyone, but many still have issues with his last try at the White House? Have our feelings changed? Is radical, socialist, "crazy Bernie" the key to unseating Trump? In relation to the other candidates, are we convinced he has what it takes? What are we doing with Candidate Sanders?
What do we expect from black politicians vs. What should we expect from black politicians? How do we adjust to the new wave of black candidates and politicians representing black people across the country?
We start of the show with a quick segment called "Go Awf" and then jump into the Conscious Chop. The Gucci brand has many celebrities making some tough decisions. We discuss the latest battle between T. I. and Floyd Mayweather on how black folks should use their money.
Nobody likes to end friendships/relationships...but it is what it is. So we explore what the dealbreakers are, how we prefer to end relationships, the politics of cutting someone off, and whether "ghosting" is ok or nah.
Everybody has been talking about R. Kelly. We take a turn at exploring the expose' of his perverted and predatory behavior.
Between Lebron James, Angela Davis, Marc Lamont Hill, and many others, it appears that the new faces of American antisemitism are black. We ask if that's fair or foul, and how it got to this.
When the Big Chops were just Baby Chops... a hilarious Q&A that looks back at the TCU hosts as youngsters.
Hosted by @ThePoliticalPlug, @TheConsciousLee, and @Toyuhgee
Entertainment Chop- Court of Public Opinion- The recent drama in the media between Cardi B and Offset, and the bombshell news about Dwight Howard has us exploring the wild, wild world of exposure in pop culture.
Conscious Chop- This Land is MY Land- White South African farmers get kicked off their land. Are we finally witnessing reverse racism?
Political Chop- Trump, the Broken Clock- Donald Trump and company recently made some strides toward prison reform. But before we get too excited, we investigate what this really means.
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This week-
Conscious Chop- H. Dubya- Black people around the country recently mourned the passing of late former president, George H. W. Bush. Our only question was why?
Entertainment Chop- Keep the "Change"- In an era when your past social media posts can be used against you, we recently saw comedian, Kevin Hart, learn the hard way. But is the way he was treated fair or foul?
Social Chop- Not So Meek- With his recent release from prison, rapper, Meek Mill, is the new voice and face of prison reform. But is he qualified enough to lead this type of movement?
New Music from:
L- Dub Workman "Dont Shoot Me Down" available on all music platforms
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Nate G "Say Somethin" available on all music platforms
Hosted by @Toyuhgee, @ThePoliticalPlug, and @The ConsciousLee
Conscious Chop- H. Dubya- Black people around the country recently mourned the passing of late former president, George H. W. Bush. Our only question was why?
New Music from:
L- Dub Workman "Dont Shoot Me Down" available on all music platforms
Hosted by @Toyuhgee, @ThePoliticalPlug, and @The ConsciousLee
Entertainment Chop- Keep the "Change"- In an era when your past social media posts can be used against you, we recently saw comedian, Kevin Hart, learn the hard way. But is the way he was treated fair or foul?
New Music from:
L- Dub Workman "Dont Shoot Me Down" available on all music platforms
and
Nate G "Say Somethin" available on all music platforms
Hosted by @Toyuhgee, @ThePoliticalPlug, and @The ConsciousLee
Social Chop- Not So Meek- With his recent release from prison, rapper, Meek Mill, is the new voice and face of prison reform. But is he qualified enough to lead this type of movement?
New Music from:
Nate G "Say Somethin" available on all music platforms
Political Chop- A Lesson In Suppression- We discuss the votes that disappeared before our very eyes this election.
Conscious Chop- They Shootin pt. 2- With the recent police sanctioned murder of Jemel Robinson, does it even matter if youre the hero?
Entertainment Chop- Best of 2018- We rank the best music, movies, and tv series of 2018.
Music by:
Nate G - "All I Ever Knew" available on all music platforms
and
Soufwessdes - "Tap In" available on all music platforms
Hosted by ToyuhGee, @TheConsciousLee and @ThePoliticalPlug- Shoutout to our other host, KamG
Reality Chop- They Shootin!- Gun violence is nothing new for black people. Whether is be mass shootings and violence in the hood, we talk about the relationship black folks have and should have with guns.
Conscious Chop- The Illusion of Inclusion and Minority Representation- with all of these diverse candidates assuming power in American politics, does that mean we can finally breathe easier, or is it time to be more invested than ever?
Political Chop- I Voted. Now What?- Most of the political buzz has died down and youve already lost your "I Voted" sticker. But clearly the work is not done. We discuss the way to think and what to be doing now that a new political reality has emerged in America.
FEATURED MUSIC:
Hotboywillay ft. Ju Jeani - Money Talk
find this artist on iTunes, SoundCloud, IG, or Google
and
BoyDutch - POTW (Party on the Weekend)
this is a Chop Up Run Back!
find this artist on FB, IG, SoundCloud, and Youtube
ENJOY THE SHOW!!
Hosted by Toya @toyuhgee, Domo @thepoliticalplug, and George @theconsciouslee-
Political Chop- Bombgate 2018- This is NOT a drill! Trump has these conservative American's wilding. What should we think?
Entertainment Chop- No More XxxCuses- XxxTentacion is caught on tape admitting to striking fear in the girlfriend he abused by forcing her watch him stab 8 people. He is not alone, there are many other artists who show themselves to us. Why, do we as consumers of media, seem to support people more when they do terrible things?
Yes, New Friends- Lets admit it. Adulthood can get lonely and making adult friends is hard. We discuss how we do the "friend" thing and what works for us as working, people in committed relationships, looking for outside fun.
Music by-
Daj - "Backie"
IG: @backiedaj / iTunes: Daj
and
Scout - "Mary and Max"
IG: @scout.sos / Spotify and iTunes: "Scout. Act 1" and "Scout. Act 2" / Soundcloud: @Scout-0 / Bandcamp: sleepdimension.bandcamp.com
Enjoy the show!!
New Hosts on TCU w/ Toya and KamG!! Introducing:
Dominique - @thepoliticalplug
George- @consciouslee
Social Chop(4:45)- Mr. Me Too - breaking down rape culture, why it's so powerful, and the ways it has taken down the most powerful men across cultures
Entertainment Chop (29:05)- Oh, Yeezus- KANYE!! We've had enough. The most recent shenanigans that have made us draw the line
Political Chop (1:04:45)- What We Doin?-The midterm elections are upon us. You see what we got the last time around...So what are we doing this time? Are the stake higher? Is this different? Are we voting or nah?
Music-
"Selfish" by @kianamaye on Soundcloud, Snapchat, Instagram/@kianamayemusic on Twitter and FB (25:07)
and
"F!#@ the Zoo" by Midwest Depressed on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, and anywhere else music is streamed (58:17)
On this episode of The Chop Up:
-Excellence Chop: Features a spotlight on college debate champion, Ryan Wash, new DC villian, Jill School, and young, black, mayor of Birmingham, AL, Randall Woodfin. (2:55)
Political Chop: Its 2017 and we still cant figure out the most effective way to be heard and to achieve change. Whats up with that? (18:54)
Music By: F.0laFamilia- Marley and Me--very vibey joint this week (44:45)
Sports Chop: Its BASKETBALL SEASONS. Since both hosts are avid fans, we short list of all the things we cant wait to see this NBA season. (47:50)
Based on recent developments in the news, we ask and answer the questions: "Is Donald Trump under investigation?" At this point, is impeachment imminent?" And if so, what do we start to focus on next?"
Music by:
Jay- "Sinner or Saint"
On this episode:
Political Chop: Based on recent developments in the news, we ask and answer the questions: "Is Donald Trump under investigation?" At this point, is impeachment imminent?" And if so, what do we start to focus on next?"
Excellence Chop: Black excellence has been demonstrated by both the 2017 NBA Champion Golden State Warriors and recently discovered bread vendor turned Nigerian model, Olajumoke Orisaguna so we show them both some love.
Entertainment Chop: Its summertime so clearly, the movies is the place to be. We share our lists of top pics to hit the theaters for this summer '17.
Music:
Jay- "Sinner or Saint"
and
DJ-V- "Basement"
on SoundCloud, iTunes, Tidal, YouTube, Spotify
New Project: "Mad, Mad, Maniac" 7.10.17
Black excellence has been demonstrated by both the 2017 NBA Champion Golden State Warriors and recently discovered bread vendor turned Nigerian model, Olajumoke Orisaguna so we show them both some love.
Music by:
DJ-V- "Basement"
SoundCloud, iTunes, Spotify, Tidal, YouTube
"Mad, Mad, Maniac" album released July 10, 2017
Its summertime so clearly, the movies is the place to be. We share our lists of top pics to hit the theaters for this summer '17.
On this episode:
Entertainment Chop: The Netflix April/Spring list is HERE and we run down a list of the best new additions. Plus KG and ToyuhGee toss out suggestions of other must-watch shows for your chill session.
Excellence Chop: This episode focuses on the surprising NCAA Women's Tournament run led by Mississippi State's Morgan William and celebrates the historic college policy debate championship run of Rutgers University-Newark students Nicole Nave, Devane Murphy, and coach Ryan Wash.
Social Chop: Are we in a New Black Renaissance? We lay out the facts and stand in awe of the way blackness and black people are shaping everything from pop culture to the arts and sciences.
Featured Music:
"Bad Girl" by D'Chan
IG/Twitter/SC- @dchan1027
and
"Better Things" by Rock-It fr. BoyDutch
IG- @RockitByGlight/ @Califaradutch
SC- @Rockit Music/@BoyDutch
Twitter- @Rockit_SFO
Submit YOUR music to be played- thechopupemail at gmail dot com
On this episode:
GUEST HOST Domo
-Political Chop: Enough about Orange Julius (POTUS), we turn our attention to the dangerous nominations and cabinet selections that will truly be the challenge over the next 4 years.
-Tech Chop: Technology is changing rapidly and pretty soon, even some of our favorite items will be obsolete. We evaluate a list of extreme technological developments on the way in the next 10-20 years and discover both some cool ones...and others we're just not so sure about.
Entertainment Chop: Whether its the big screen or the small one, Hidden Figures or Dear White People- The Series- stories for and by black people are popping up everywhere. But we've noticed something...white people dont really know how to feel about it. We discuss the conflicted feelings and why we don't care.
Music by:
Dj-V - "Sick Sauce"
YouTube: DJVDotNet
Website: www.dj-v.net
Tut - "Serve You Up"
SoundCloud: @Tut_39
Send artistic submissions to be featured: thechopupemail@gmail.com
On this episode:
-Entertainment Chop: Celebrities like Ray Lewis, Steve Harvey, Kanye West, and Chrisette Michele have all agreed to entertain conversations with the president. We explore whether this will ever be acceptable and how black people and black figures in general should navigate him for the next 4 years.
-Social Chop: After a squabble between talking head "no-teps" Dr. Umar Johnson and Gen. Sara Seti, we ask the question, who is the HNIC? And do black people even need one?
-Excellence Chop: The spotlight is on Rick Ross and Slim Thug for bringing black money back to the hood, the all-star black line-up for Coachella, and the history-making come up of 21 year old, Michigan State Representative, Jewell Jones.
ITS THE VADER TAKEOVER!!
-Skywalker
-Tender Kisses
All Music by VADER
SoundCloud: VaderHoncho
On this episode of the Chop Up:
Music Chop: We grieve the death of 90's/2000's r&b and talk about the new 2016 projects from J. Cole, Childish Gambino, Drake, and others.
Excellence Chop: The spotlight is on 32 year old Nigerian woman, Dr. Foyekemi Ikyaator, who opened her own ER in Houston, TX. Also, Viola Desmond, a black woman from Nova Scotia who picture is being placed on the Canadian $10 bill.
Social Chop: #LeaveItIn2016 We share our top 10 list of things we dont wanna see in 2017...and a couple of things we do.
NEW MUSIC-
DevRock- War Bwoi
Strap- Humming Bird
On this episode of The Chop Up:
-Generation: Re-Run - Is this generation creative? We discuss innovation in a generation of sequels, samples, and racism that'll never change.
-The Trump Scenario- Trump won. Womp, womp. Who's to blame and why you should wear that safety pin with shame.
- The Black Wall Flower- We take a deeper look the mental health needs of black folk and other marginalized people in an interview with content curator, Jordan.
NEW MUSIC-
-Riley - "Wig Split"
Soundcloud: @RileyPnP
-The Midwest Depressed ft. Brixz - "Bad Guy"
Soundcloud: @MidwestDepressed
SEND YOUR ARTISTIC SUBMISSIONS TO- thechopupemail@gmail.com
On this episode:
Entertainment Chop: Nate Parker, Derrick Rose, Lil Wayne, Michael Jackson, Bill Cosby, Dr. Dre...Can YOU separate the art from the artist?
Excellence Chop: All eyes are on Arielle Johnson, owner of Amalgam Comics and Coffee in Philidelphia, PA.
Elections Chop: Its almost Election Day!! The crew discusses some MAJOR ideas concerning black voters as #LostTribe's @Conciouslee breaks down the legendary "The Ballot or the Bullet" speech by Malcolm X.
Music by:
-T. Lee - Dance 4ever
SC/IG: TLeeFlyMack
and
-Mfm - Cloud
SC:mdawgig
Toyuhgee and KamGTheCoolest jump into the Elections Chop and discuss the confusion for young, black people and the upcoming elections. They continue with the Sports Chop and discuss recent protest by athletes, the power of black athletes, and show appreciation to the Negro Leagues. Lastly, ToyuhGee and KamG chop it up on the Music Chop about new hot music, how we listen to it all, and we're looking up to next.
FEATURED MUSIC:
Brotha Shawt- What Up Anhk?
Soundcloud: @brotha_shawt
Mr. Workes- Panda Remix
https://soundcloud.com/brandonworkes
-Social Chop: We already know that black people are being targeted and killed by the police- We discuss the various responses to recent police brutality (banking black, shooting at cops, marches, PokemonGo etc) and if they are necessary and/or effective.
and
- Entertainment Chop: We talk about Kim K as the hero and not the villian, poor Lil (Melania) Trump Trump, and the recent Black Lives Matters activism of the NBA and the WNBA.
-HOT NEW MUSIC by Dallas, TX artist Brotha Shawt
On this episode:
Reality Chop: Self Care: How Do You Do What You Do To Make You You?
Social Chop: America Was Never Great- The Truth Courtesy of Crystal Lake
Music by:
@BeMyFiasco- Monday Morning Blues
IG/SC/Twitter/Tumblr
@Pines- Pure
IG/SC
Coming Soon: #TheChopUpSummerMixtape 6.20.16
On this episode:
Guest host, Domo joins Toyuhee and KamGeetheCoolest reflect indie hip hop artists, OSHUN NYC, as well as discuss Beyonce's "Lemonade" and Drake's "View's" on the Music Chop. On the Elections Chop, they dig into Hillary Clinton's pandering and analyze Donald Trump as not only the publics most hated candidate, but the worst nightmare of the Conservative Party.
HOT NEW MUSIC including tracks:
-"Lit" by FlawlessThaDon
Soundcloud: FlawlessThaDon
IG: @thefavoriteflaw
AND
-" 4 Them Days" by Royce
Snapchat/IG/Twitter: @roycegotbars
We ask if you can really be "friends" with your ex (Reality Chop), discuss what reparations would/should look like in 2016 (Social Chop), and talk about some health and fitness goals for the rest of the year (Health Chop).
Featuring music by:
*Shun-G- "Solo"
Twitter: @rashun91
IG: shun_g91
*BoyDutch- "Juice"
Soundcloud: misfitdutch
IG:kingdutchthecalifa
On this episode of The Chop Up we discuss:
-The significance of the election, the mindset of black voters, and thoughts on the breakout of Bernie Sanders. (Elections Chop)
-Thoughts on the legal dispute between Ciara and Mr. Dirty Sprite aka Future (Social/Entertainment Chop)
-Celebrate the victory of Chop Up friend and Superbowl MVP, Von Miller and a look at Lebron's off-the-court business endeavors (Sports Chop)
Features music from:
J-Blacksmith- Drinking Roses soundcloud.com/j-blacksmith twitter.com/@jblacksmith
Maassai- When You Gon' Love Me Black(Back) soundcloud.com/maassai
IG-@maassai_ twitter.com/@maassai
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ToyuhGee and KamGtheCoolest are back with the Chop Up in 2016 with new content and a new format including a deeper look into the issues in Flint and Detroit, MI, insight on the not-so-invisible concussion issue plaguing the NFL, and some thoughts about the simple brain, life, and statements of Stacy Dash. Episode includes music from independent artists including:
-Training Day by Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle on The Foundation Compilation Mixtapelbsbaltimore.bigcartel.com/
-80 Bricks by T. Lee www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1HsH097siA
-Beautiful by C. Polk
KamGtheCoolest and ToyuhGee chop it up about old and new music and the rapid release strategy of current hip hop, the quality of artistry in the new Spike Lee movie, "Chi-raq" (spoiler alert), and what they are calling "Black Netflix".
Some things referenced in the podcast:
Sway in the Morning interview with Spike Lee: https://youtu.be/n4SftNnceZg
Chicago Young People Weigh in on Chi-Raq: http://wgntv.com/2015/12/08/chicago-young-people-weigh-in-on-the-film-chi-raq/
"Black Netflix": kweli.tv
The hosts begin the show briefly discussing Kobe Bryant's announcement to retire from the NBA after this season. They then discuss the significance of being surrounded by black suffering and death on social media and the imprint it has left on this generation. Finally, an introduction to the movie, Chiraq, directed by Spike Lee. In theaters 12/4/15/.
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Hosts ToyuhGee and KamGtheCoolest introduce themselves and The Chop Up. They also visit the recent basketball playing woes of Kobe Bryant, pre-his decision to retire. Thank you so much for listening. Stick with us as we work out the audio, content, and flow of the show!!! Leave your feedback and comments at the bottom.