Don't Trust The Punch: Recent Episodes
Senator and G-Roc
This podcast is about two guys from Atlanta who maintain their ongoing friendship and conversation about all things culture and cool via the telephone.
Been a long time, but here's another riveting episode of Don't Trust the Punch from G-Roc, Senator, and Josh. This conversation centers upon the recent controversial comments of Kyrie Irving and Kanye West about the Jewish community. Also, the Punchboyz share their opinion on the new Drake x 21 Savage album, Her Loss. And as always, more Fishbowl of Fun!
Sorry for the hiatus and thanks for listening. You're welcome!
Been a long time, but here's another riveting episode of Don't Trust the Punch from G-Roc, Senator, and Josh. This conversation centers upon the recent controversial comments of Kyrie Irving and Kanye West about the Jewish community. Also, the Punchboyz share their opinion on the new Drake x 21 Savage album, Her Loss. And as always, more Fishbowl of Fun!
Sorry for the hiatus and thanks for listening. You're welcome!
In this two-part episode of DTTP, The Punchboyz share their experiences attending the recent Kendrick Lamar tour, exchange their opinions on Jay-Z's celebrated verse on DJ Khaled's "God Did", and review the new album from Atlanta rap artist, JID, The Forever Story. And of course, Fishbowl of Fun!
Be sure to watch both parts of this latest episode or listen to it in its entirety (Special song included!)
And always...you're welcome!
In this two-part episode of DTTP, The Punchboyz share their experiences attending the recent Kendrick Lamar tour, exchange their opinions on Jay-Z's celebrated verse on DJ Khaled's "God Did", and review the new album from Atlanta rap artist, JID, The Forever Story. And of course, Fishbowl of Fun!
Be sure to watch both parts of this latest episode or listen to it in its entirety (Special song included!)
And always...you're welcome!
Featuring the return of Josh E. from vacation in the Gulf Coast, The Punchboyz deliver another hilarious episode about all things cool and culture. On this week's show, G-Roc, Senator, and Josh E. share about their childhood role models, review and discuss new music from The Game, Megan Thee Stallion, JID, and Black Thought x Danger Mouse, and ponder what women look for in a good female rap artist. All this and a Fishbowl of Fun you absolutely don't want to miss.
As always, thanks for listening. You're welcome!
The O.G. Punchboyz are back at it again with more Don't Trust The Punch while co-host, Josh E., is on vacation. In this fresh episode, Senator shares his very first experience listening to a Beyonce LP, G-Roc shares his thoughts on the recently leaked Isaiah Rashad "mixtape", the two discuss why albums don't have the same staying power that they used to, and of course, Fishbowl of Fun!
Light episode for you until Josh E returns next week. Until then, thanks for listening and as always...You're welcome!
The O.G. Punchboyz are back at it again with more Don't Trust The Punch while co-host, Josh E., is on vacation. In this fresh episode, Senator shares his very first experience listening to a Beyonce LP, G-Roc shares his thoughts on the recently leaked Isaiah Rashad "mixtape", the two discuss why albums don't have the same staying power that they used to, and of course, Fishbowl of Fun!
Light episode for you until Josh E returns next week. Until then, thanks for listening and as always...You're welcome!
In this episode of DTTP, The Punchboyz discuss the recent arrest and release of Kodak Black and NBA YoungBoy respectively, while considering the Atlanta District Attorney's statement of new high profile RICO cases to be announced soon. Are rappers especially targeted for organized crime cases and is it justified? Also, they share their opinions on the lamest folks in hip-hop, play a round of "Headlines", and share their personal favorite albums (Someone failed the assignment, I think). All this and more on a brand new episode of Don't Trust the Punch!
You're welcome!
In this episode of DTTP, The Punchboyz discuss the recent arrest and release of Kodak Black and NBA YoungBoy respectively, while considering the Atlanta District Attorney's statement of new high profile RICO cases to be announced soon. Are rappers especially targeted for organized crime cases and is it justified? Also, they share their opinions on the lamest folks in hip-hop, play a round of "Headlines", and share their personal favorite albums (Someone failed the assignment, I think). All this and more on a brand new episode of Don't Trust the Punch!
You're welcome!
Despite the two-week hiatus, The PunchBoyz are back with a new episode for yall to step to. In it, G-Roc, Sen, and Josh E. catch up on G-Roc's adventure in Europe during Paris Fashion Week, discuss the legendary Anita Baker, what it means for an artist to own their masters, favorite ol' school R&B/Soul artists, Juneteenth celebrations, and of course, new music.
Thanks for listening, and as always...You're welcome!
In this hilarious episode, G-Roc, Sen, and Josh. E give it up about their best summers ever, favorite Lil Wayne song or verse, their thoughts about men not wearing underwear (I know, right!), new music from SZA, Pharrell, and YGTUT, recent attempts of white supremacist terrorism, and of course, more Fishbowl of Fun!
As always, thanks for listening. You're welcome!
Season 2 keeps rolling as the G-Roc, Josh E., and Sen continue their conversation about all things cool and culture. In this episode, the Punchboyz review the recent Verzuz battle between 8Ball & MJG x UGK (RIP Pimp C) and the Isaiah Rashad x Joe Budden conversation, which leads to a meaningful discussion about the intersections of sexuality, Black masculinity, mental health, and the search for identity. Also, we at DTTP also wish to extend our sincerest condolences and prayers to the victims' families and the community of Uvalde, Texas. May peace, comfort, and healing be with you.
And as always...You're welcome!
Season 2 keeps rolling as the G-Roc, Josh E., and Sen continue their conversation about all things cool and culture. In this episode, the Punchboyz review the recent Verzuz battle between 8Ball & MJG x UGK (RIP Pimp C) and the Isaiah Rashad x Joe Budden conversation, which leads to a meaningful discussion about the intersections of sexuality, Black masculinity, mental health, and the search for identity. Also, we at DTTP also wish to extend our sincerest condolences and prayers to the victims' families and the community of Uvalde, Texas. May peace, comfort, and healing be with you.
And as always...You're welcome!
In this second episode of Season 2, The Punchboyz chop it up on Kendrick's first week sales, the questionable Migos' breakup and the new single by Quavo and Takeoff, and the recent mass shooting in Buffalo, NY. Plus, another segment of "Headlines" and the Fishbowl of Fun.
Thanks for listening, and as always...You're welcome!
We're Back!!! The Punchboyz (G-Roc and Senator) welcome you back to another season of Don't Trust the Punch, featuring special co-host, Josh E. In this first episode of season 2, we catch up on the releases of 2022 thus far including new tracks and albums from JID, Dreamville x DJ Drama, Pusha T, and Big KRIT. We also chop it up about the recent violence in Atlanta, the YSL R.I.C.O case, and its reflection on the current state and culture of hip hop. And, what you've all been waiting for: the Punchboyz do an album review deep dive on the long-awaited and highly-anticipated album by Kendrick Lamar, "Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers"! Plus, more "Fishbowl of Fun"!
Get ready for an even BIGGER and BETTER season of Don't Trust The Punch! And as always, you're welcome!
We're Back!!! The Punchboyz (G-Roc and Senator) welcome you back to another season of Don't Trust the Punch, featuring special co-host, Josh E. In this first episode of season 2, we catch up on the releases of 2022 thus far including new tracks and albums from JID, Dreamville x DJ Drama, Pusha T, and Big KRIT. We also chop it up about the recent violence in Atlanta, the YSL R.I.C.O case, and its reflection on the current state and culture of hip hop. And, what you've all been waiting for: the Punchboyz do an album review deep dive on the long-awaited and highly-anticipated album by Kendrick Lamar, "Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers"! Plus, more "Fishbowl of Fun"!
Get ready for an even BIGGER and BETTER season of Don't Trust The Punch! And as always, you're welcome!
On this week's episode of Don't Trust The Punch, Sen G-Roc, and Josh E. discuss the new Kanye West X Drink Champs interview, share their disappointment about the lack of livestream for Kendrick Lamar's Day N Vegas performance, agree that Freddie Gibbs' social media use is becoming extra lame, chop it up about new and upcoming music from Adele, Silk Sonic, DaBaby, and Beyonce, Sen shares his Top 5 Shows for November, and the trio engage in another round of the Fishbowl of Fun!
All this and more on the next episode of DTTP! Thanks for listening and as always...You're Welcome!
On a solemn episode of DTTP, the Punchboyz lament and consider the recent tragedy at Travis Scott's Astroworld festival. With such sad news, we felt it best to dedicate this episode to those who lost their lives and the many who were injured and affected by sorrow of this event.
May God comfort those in need.
As always, thanks for listening and You're welcome!
In another episode of DTTP, G-Roc, Sen, and Josh E. chop it up about the mystery of streams to album sales ratio, personality types, G-Roc apologies for recommending the new Young Thug LP (Apology not accepted, by the way), and Sen reads the men their horoscopes (For real...)
All this and more on the next Don't Trust the Punch!
And as always, thanks for listening. You're welcome!
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The Punch Boyz (G-Roc, Sen, and Josh E.) discuss dispensaries in Vegas, reconciling the allegations with the legacy of Michael Jackson, why Bone Thugs-N-Harmony doesn't get the credit they deserve, putting respect on the name of Big Boi (Outkast) in rap, Sen's picks for best shows to watch, and what it takes to have one's Black card revoked.
Stay tuned for the final episodes of Season 1 and as always, you're welcome!
In this freestyle session, G-Roc, Sen, and special recurring guest, Josh E, give and go on topics such as why Senator doesn't listen to these "young lil" rappers, J. Cole's new single "Heaven's EP", what happened to Big K.R.I.T.'s trajectory, and much more.
In this special return episode of Don't Trust The Punch, Sen and G-Roc are back with a special guest, Josh E. from the podcast, "The Brew" (Available on all platforms). The guys have a lengthy discussion about Kanye West's new album, Donda, debate the rollout and release date of Drake's upcoming project, Certified Lover Boy, celebrate the return of Kendrick Lamar and his feature on his lil cousin Baby Keem's new single, "Family Ties", and give Josh the third degree about his favorite music.
It's another heavy music critique episode and a long one, so buckle up. As always, thanks for listening and You're welcome!
On a special episode of Don't Trust the Punch, Sen checks in live from Seattle, G-Roc shares his thoughts on the recent LOX and Dipset Verzuz, they discuss the new anticipation of a possible Dr. Dre album, the upcoming Eminem feature on the new Nas album, and how we ought to celebrate a national Hip-Hop month in November.
As always, thanks for listening. You're welcome!
Back like they left something, Senator and G-Roc return with a new episode of DTTP featuring discussions on highlights from Miami's Rolling Loud festival, Vince Staples and Young Thug's Tiny Desk performances, and a brief reflection on Lil Nas X, Da Baby, and creating a safe space for homosexuality in hip hop.
As always, thanks for listening. You're welcome!
In this new episode of DTTP, G-Roc and Senator examine Kanye's rollout for the upcoming LP DONDA, discuss if Conway and Griselda offer NY hip-hop an "awakening" or a "new wave", investigate questions about the art of finesse and whether Virgil Abloh and Justin LaBoy fit the bill, and lastly challenge Reggie Miller's statement on whether or not Chris Paul should get a pass for the Suns loss to Giannis and the Bucks. All this and more on the next episode of Don't Trust the Punch!
Note: Apologies for the delay and the technical difficulties. We are working to present better audio quality in the near future.
As always, thanks for listening and You're welcome!
On this week's episode of DTTP, Sen and G-Roc share their 4th of July weekends, discuss new music from Vince Staples and Snoh Aalegra, rejoice at finally receiving word of Isaiah Rashad's release date, debate whether Chris Paul or Russell Westbrook is the better point guard, and offer their two cents on Sha'Carri Richardson vs The Olympics and Rachel Nichols vs Maria Taylor.
As always, thanks for listening. You're welcome!
In an all-new episode of Don't Trust the Punch, G-Roc and Sen give a quick NBA update (LET's GO HAWKS!), lament the recent violence in Atlanta, consider what accountability in hip hop culture looks like, share their thoughts on the new Migos LP, get excited about another Isaiah Rashad single, and ponder what the Day N Vegas festival lineup means for new music this year.
As always, thanks for listening and have a great time this weekend for Juneteenth!
On what may be Part 1 of a new episode of DTTP, G-Roc and Sen dive deep into the new wave of hard seltzers, make hip-hop predictions for the month of June, curb our expectations for the new Lil Baby x Lil Durk album, ask if Drake and Kendrick Lamar fear each other, and toss in their two cents on Instagram's trending Mount Rushmore question.
As always, new episodes weekly...maybe sooner. Thanks for listening!
And we're back with more convo from G-Roc and Sen as they cover topics such as Nicki Minaj's "new" mixtape, J. Cole album sales predictions, Migos' "straigtenin" things out, new Rory and Mal, Old Atlanta memories, and what we watching.
As always, new episodes weekly. Thanks for listening!
In this new episode of DTTP, Senator and G-roc discuss the power of ginger, share high school experiences, examine TDE and J Cole anticipation, offer a Khaled album review, consider Willow Smith and polyamory, converse about the Joe Budden podcast and the importance of friendship, run down upcoming Marvel movies, and so much more!
New episodes every week; Stay tuned!
In this special second episode, Sen and Groc celebrate Sen's birthday, discuss expectations for an April Drake release, Lebron's "passionate" tweet for more Kendrick Lamar, Dr. Umar and our thoughts on interracial marriage, and consider Spotify's bold moves for podcasters...
Tune in every week for new episodes!
In this pilot episode, Sen and G-roc chop it up about fatherhood, weed legalization, album reviews, waiting for TDE to drop music, and the new season of Snowfall (Warning: Spoilers!). Tune in every week for new episodes!