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We're back again at the 2025 HBCU First Look Film Festival where we sat down for the second time with actor LAROYCE HAWKINS ("Ironheart" Disney+ | "Chicago P.D." NBC). www.instinctent.com/ontheway www.mochapodcastsnetwork.com/ontheway www.hbcufirstlook.com @onthewayweekly @kahlilxdaniel @sweatbyvee

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Welcome back OTW Listeners! Better late than never. This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Tems, BIG K.R.I.T., Odeal. & Wale! Then we doubled back for part two of Sylvee's interview with actor Laroyce Hawkins ("Ironheart" Disney+ | "Chicago P.D." NBC) after first speaking last year. During #MUSICNEWS we discuss Netflix's - "Sean Combs: The Reckoning!" In #THEBLACKNESS we dive into the 2026 Golden Globe nominations and also shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Rep. Jasmine Crockett's Texas Senate run announcment.

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We're back again at the 2025 HBCU First Look Film Festival where we sat down with actor J. ALPHONSE NICHOLSON (P-Valley, Luke Cage, Madam C.J. Walker). www.instinctent.com/ontheway www.mochapodcastsnetwork.com/ontheway www.hbcufirstlook.com @onthewayweekly @kahlilxdaniel @sweatbyvee

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9 years later, and we've finally hit EPISODE 300! Big Thanks to our day one #OTWListeners for riding with us. Hope you enjoy our S9 Kick Off with music on our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST from Summer Walker, Mario, Gabriel Jacoby, & thee Felicia Temple. We also go live from the 2025 HBCU First Look Film festival where we interviewed actor, J. ALPHONSE NICHOLSON (P-Valley, Luke Cage, Madam C.J. Walker). During #MUSICNEWS we get into the 2026 Grammy Noms, and in #THEBLACKNESS we talk Epstein files while also shining a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Solange Knowles!

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This week, on our LAST episode of Season 8 - our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Teyana Taylor, Destin Conrad, Khamari, & Offset! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss Lil Nas X's latest episode resulting in him being charged with four felonies. We also discuss DJ Enuff being let go from HOT 97 and Funk Flex switching his time slot marking the #EndOfAnEra. During #THEBLACKNESS we got into our predictions for what will happen in "Murrica..." from now until we return in November. We also shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Taylor Townsend and the other Black Women crushing the U.S. Open!

We had the honor of speaking with Super Producer PHIL THORNTON, Co-Executive Producer with Jamie Foxx of the Award winning CNN Luther Vandross Doc, "Never Too Much!" directed by Dawn Porter. He's also part of our Mocha Podcasts Network family as Co-Host of the Emmy nominated show - "We Sound Crazy!" Phil's career began when he was still in High School as an intern for radio stations and major record labels. He's since become a music executive in his own right for some of those same labels, and also went on to form his own artist management and consultant...

This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Chance The Rapper, Zyah Belle, Mahalia, and Juicy J & Endea Owens! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss the latest Kennedy Center Honors Awardees. In #THEBLACKNESS we keep our eye on the prize as the President tries his hardest to distract from the Epstein files. We also shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on SZA for becoming the Vans' first 'Artistic Director'.

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Welcome back OTW Listeners! This week we're joined by PHIL THORNTON the Executive Producer of the multi-award winning CNN LUTHER VANDROSS Documentary, "NEVER TOO MUCH!" Phil's career in Music is filled with so many milestones from working with Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx, Chris Brown, Snoop Dogg, Michelle Williams, Jonathan McReynolds, Kirk Franklin and many more to being the Executive Producer of hit shows like "R&B Divas." He's a Co-Host of the We Sound Crazy Podcast, and member of our Mocha Podcasts Network family! He get's candid with us about going behind the scenes in this documentary and honoring...

The only "Hulk" we recognize is Bruce Banner! Welcome back OTW Listeners! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Tyla, Elhae, Freddie Gibbs, & Tasha Cobbs Leonard. During #MUSICNEWS we dive into Glorilla's bogus arrest, and the stellar line up for this year's One Music Fest in ATL! In #THEBLACKNESS we give an ode to the "Real American Racist" Terry Bollea with our episode title, and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Beyoncé for achieving the highest grossing Country Tour of all time.

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Welcome Back Beloveds! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Tyler, The Creator, Ye Ali, Benny The Butcher, & Giveon. During #MUSICNEWS we commemorate the life of actor AND Grammy Award Winner - Malcolm Jamal Warner! During #THEBLACKNESS we discuss the president trying to dodge MAGA & The Epstein Files, and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Venus Williams!

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"If ya lie, ya cheat - ya cheat, ya steal - ya steal... ya KILL!" Somebody stole Beyoncé's music y'all - smh. HEAR THIS: If you ruin Act III - WE WILL FIND YOU! - Welcome back OTW Listeners! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Clipse, Dylan Sinclair, Odeal, & Justin Bieber! In #MUSICNEWS we delve into the passing of the "HITS Act" via congress and the thieves who walked away with 'ACT III!' During #THEBLACKNESS we dive deep into this year's EMMY Nominations, and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Ayo Edebiri.

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🇺🇸🤠 COWBOY CARTER RECAP SPECIAL - Come get some #BlackJoy and relive the Best Tour of the Year with us! (Our personal Tour Footage is also included! MAY 28TH, 2025 - METLIFE STADIUM - Yes, THAT SHOW, in the RAIN... and it was BEAUTIFUL!!! YouTube: Visual Recap WITH Tour Footage @kahlilxdaniel @sweatbyvee #CowboyCarterTour #Beyonce #Rain #MetLifeStadium #NewJersey #IndependenceDay #FourthofJuly

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BE-YON-CÈ - Nuff Said. The ONLY kinda "INDEPENDENCE DAY" we celebrate round here!

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Welcome back fam! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Lizzo, Russ, The Arti$t, & Madison McFerrin! During #MUSICNEWS... you already know - we discuss the verdict in the Diddy trial. In #THEBLACKNESS, we discuss the Supreme Court's latest ruling striking down the power of Federal Courts to block nationwide injuctions... and exactly what that means for us - and we shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Tems!

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Welcome Back Y'all! - TICKET GIVEAWAY - This week we're giving away 2 pairs of tickets to EssenceFest Next weekend in New Orleans, NO! Special instructions during #HONORABLEMENTIONS!

This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Keke Palmer, Bambii, KWN, and Terrace Martin & Kenyon Dixon! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss BRANDY & MONICA finally going on tour after 27 years! During #THEBLACKNESS we get into "Zohran Kwame Mamdani" winning the NYC Mayoral Democratic Primary race, and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Donna Summer on our last show of Black Music Month!

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Welcome back OTW Listeners! "Happy Juneteenth" ...and all like that... but "WHERE IS THE MULE?!?!" This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Leikeli47, Juicy J & Logic, CKay, & Slick Rick! During #MUSICNEWS we get into the latest updates regarding the 'Diddy' trial as the prosecution begins to wrap up it's case. We also discuss the Grammys mysteriously splitting the "Best Country Album" category in two... we wonder why??? During #THEBLACKNESS, we unwrap the true meaning of 'Juneteenth' and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Issa Rae.

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Welcome back OTW Listeners! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Cynthia Erivo, Lil Wayne, Sabrina Claudio, & Eric Benét! During #MUSICNEWS we review this year's BET AWARD winners and performances (as well as recall our interview this past fall with Kym Whitley where we decided Kirk Franklin was past due for his BET Lifetime Acheivment Award... 👀 someone's been LISTENING!) In #THEBLACKNESS we review the TONY Awards winners and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Coco Gauff!

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We sat down with musician/trumpeter Brandon Woody to discuss his debut album - "For The Love Of It All." Brandon is a Baltimore native who began his training at the Baltimore School of the Arts, and went on to Study at the Brubeck Institute in California, as well as the Manhattan School of Music. He's since gone onto work with artists like Solange, Robert Glasper, Lalah Hathway and more, brands like Calvin Klein, Nike, Reebok. He's performed at venues like the the Newport Jazz Festival and can be seen at the upcoming Roots Picnic. In 2017 he formed his...

Welcome back OTW Listeners! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Aminé, André 3000, Naomi Sharon, and an interview with Blue Note Recording Artist, Brandon Woody! During #MUSICNEWS we recap Diddy's Trial thus far, and discuss Chris Brown's latest sticky situation. In #THEBLACKNESS, we get into the hypocrisy of this administration letting 49 white S. Afrikaan "refugees" into our country while refusing entry to anyone else - and dispell the laughable lies of "white genocide" in South Africa. Lastly we shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Tiffany Slaton and her heroing 3 week survival journey in the wilderness!

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The #CowboyCarterTour era has begun! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Coco Jones, Ledisi, Destin Conrad, & Shaboozey! During #MUSICNEWS we celebrate Outkast's induction into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. In #THEBLACKNESS we get into the tomfoolery of the Shadeur Sanders prank phone call, and shine a light on Salt N Peppa during #QUEENSPOTLIGHT for also being inducted into the HOF!

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Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has music from Alex Isley, Keri Hilson, Sault, & the Sinners Soundtrack! During #MUSICNEWS we dive into this years American Music Award Nominations. In #THEBLACKNESS we discuss the opening box office for "Sinners" as well as the picture deal Ryan Coogler signed for it and the ridiculous backlash that's following. We also shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on SZA's new charitable move as she begins the Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar.

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We sat down with musician Griffin Ross to discuss his debut album - "Elevation," that we reviewed on Episode 282. We've known Griffin to be an amazing saxophonist, so we were floored to hear him talk about writing and producing every song on the project. We discuss his collaborators, his North Carolina roots that led him to current day Harlem, Church, and how to reframe the labeling of "Jazz," in today's landscape!

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Welcome back to another week y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Melanie Fiona, Flying Lotus, Lil Durk, & SiR! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss this weekend's upcoming Coachella line up including updates from FKA Twigs. We also discuss Mary J. Blige's "My Life" album being added to the National Recording Registry via the Library of Congress! In #THEBLACKNESS we shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Kandi Burruss for sitting on top of Broadway with her husband Todd Tucker making history producing the highest selling Broadway play of all time with "Othello," at $2.8million from previews alone!

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Welcome back y'all! Spring is upon us and so is another week of OTW! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Ariana Grande, Q, Duckwrth, & Jessie Reyez! During #MUSICNEWS we get into the latest with Drake's lawsuit against UMG, as well as Doechii launching a mental health website! In #THEBLACKNESS we discuss 47's new order on tariff's, and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on high school senior Chase Matthews!

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Welcome to the last day of Winter y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Playboi Carti, K Camp, Ken The Man, and Curren$y & Harry Fraud. During #MUSICNEWS we disuss how Attorney Tony Buzbee's stepping down from prosecuting Diddy may affect the whole trial. In #THEBLACKNESS we discuss the mysterious murder of two black teen brothers Qaadir Malik Lewis and Naazir Rahim Lewis (19) found dead on top of a mountain in Georgia. We also shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on the creator Peacock's "The W," Chiney Ogwumike.

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Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Lady Gaga, Griffin Ross, Michi, & Fridayy! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss Jay-Z's innocence, as well as pay homage to Angie Stone, D'wayne Wiggins, & Roy Ayers. In #THEBLACKNESS, we recap the high and lows of the Oscars including the Quincy Jones tribute and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Baileigh Sinaman-Daniel & Doechii!

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On this Special episode, Sylvee sits down with Kahlil to discuss his latest EP, "Love Language Mixtape - Vol. 1: Physical Touch." Song by song, they go through discussing the meaning, inspiration, and behind the scenes stories. Kahlil discusses collaborating with Aja Moyé, on "When We Love," and again with Naiqui Macabroad on, "Marcus Graham," & "Touchin' You!" He also discusses the ten year journey of "In The Car," and the wanting this project to inspire love, community, & empathy.

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Welcome to the last day of BHM y'all! This episode we've got something special to set it off right! Our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Drake, THEY, Durand Bernarr, & our very own Kahlil Daniel! Sylvee interviews Kahlil discussing his latest EP, "Love Language Mixtape - Vol. 1: Physical Touch." During #MUSICNEWS, we pay homage to the legendary Chris Jasper, celebrate the Roots' Picnic Festival lineup being announced, and give Jay-Z his due for his "charges" being thrown out. In #THEBLACKNESS we recap the 56th NAACP Image Awards, including Sherri Shepherd & Kym Whitley's win for their show "Two Funny Mamas," making our...

Founding/Former co-host of our show now turned Grammy Award Winning Songwriter - Who's Written Grammy Award Winning Songs - becomes our first GRAMMY AWARD WINNING GUEST! In this interview we sit down with singer/songwriter/producer Rob Milton fresh off of his Grammy win last Sunday to discuss what it means to him and what lead him to this moment!

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WE'RE BACK - Happy Black History Month OTW Listeners! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Muni Long, FKA twigs, Jono & The Weeknd! In #MUSICNEWS for our annual Grammy Recap episode we hear from family member and former founding Co-Host Rob Milton and celebrate his first win for writing "I Wonder," on Avery Sunshine's now GRAMMY AWARD WINNING ALBUM "So Glad To Know You!" We also recap our favorite performances and awards including the "...many many years..." awaited recognition of Queen Bey with 'Album of the Year!' During #THEBLACKNESS - we delve into the mess America's gotten itself...

OTW's Sylvee Jones interviews entertainment industry pioneer, Stacy Milner! It's officially 'awards season' - take a minute to get to know the woman responsible for staffing Hollywood for the last thirty years. With a background as the former assistant to the chairmen of NBC & Paramount, "Mama Stacy" established her non-profit Entertainment Industry College Outreach Program in 2017 and has been diversifying the pipeline into Hollywood with the best and brightest HBCU's have to offer. She is al the recipient of the "My Joy: Trailblazer Award," at last year's HBCU First Look Film Festival at Howard University (Nov. 8-10, 2024)!

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OTW's Kahlil Daniel interviews the Legendary Actress & Comedian KYM WHITLEY at the HBCU First Look Film Festival at Howard University (Nov. 8-10, 2024) discussing her career, what's in her album rotation, and her podcast "Two Funny Mamas," w/ Sherri Shepherd - also a part of the Mocha Podcasts Network!

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Let's Wrap It Up OTW Listeners in our last episode of this year! This week in our annual 'TOP 20 ALBUMS' year end #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from 20 of this years most impactful, partly underrated, and memorable albums that we've covered in 2024! FromTyla & Beyoncé to Lucky Daye & Kendrick Lamar - we've got you covered! In #THEBLACKNESS we also review some of the most unforgettable moments of this wild and crazy year. Then we include part of our exclusive interview with THEE LEGENDARY Actress & Comedian - Ms. KYM WHITLEY discussing her career, music faves, and her 2X NAACP Image Award winning podcast "T...

OTW's Sylvee Jones interviews NKECHI OKORO CARROL - creator of NBC's "Found," & one of her favorite shows, The CW's "All American," at the HBCU First Look Film Festival @ Howard University (Nov. 8-10, 2024)!

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Merry Christmas OTW Listeners! This week in our annual #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST Christmas Episode - we review four projects from Victoria Monét, Coco Jones, Sunday Service Choir, & Jordin Sparks! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss Beyoncé breaking new RIAA records with her multiplatinum albums as well as Chris Brown selling out consecutive shows in Johannesburg, South Africa. In #THEBLACKNESS we discuss the latest of effect of the reversal of 'Affirmative Action' at Harvard and we shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on A'ja Wilson & Whoopi Goldberg! Then we include part of our exclusive interview with creator of CW's "All American," and NBC's "Found," NKECHI OKORO CA...

OTW's Kahlil Daniel interviews Jessie Woo at the HBCU First Look Film Festival at Howard University (Nov. 8-10, 2024) discussing her career, her Broadway run in "Home," this past summer and her role as "Ashley," on 'The Ms. Pat Show' on BET+!

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Welcome back OTW Listeners! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Smino, Robert Glasper, Elmiene, & Queen Naija. During #MUSICNEWS we discuss the most recent accusations levied against Jay-Z, as well as the timing of it all. In #THEBLACKNESS we talk about Luigi Mangione being captured, and Daniel Penny walking free. And of course we shine a #QUEENSPOLIGHT on Nikki Giovanni!

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OTW's Sylvee Jones interviews Jessie Woo at the HBCU First Look Film Festival at Howard University (Nov. 8-10, 2024) discussing her career and the current state of America.

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Welcome back OTW Listeners! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Kodak Black, Killer Mike, Qendresa & Amber Mark. During #MUSICNEWS we discuss the members of YSL walking free in their trial and Kendrick Lamar & SZA's new "Grand National" Stadium Tour. In #THEBLACKNESS President Biden pardoning his son Hunter, an shine a #QUEENSPOLIGHT on Kerry Washington!

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Matthew Whitaker is a master of music - point. blank. period. ...and at 23, he's just getting started! After knowing Matthew since before he was born, we finally sat down with him to discuss his fourth and latest album, "On Their Shoulders: An Organ Tribute!" He takes us behind the scenes track by track revealing each song's meaning and his inspirations for the album consisting of Charles Earland, Joey DeFrancesco, Twinkie Clark, Dr. Lonnie Smith and more. We also discuss our shared church roots and some of his career highlights including touring the planet, winning Showtime at the Apollo, Music...

Happy Thanksgiving Beloveds! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Kendrick Lamar, Wizkid, Odeal, & Eric Bellinger! Next we give you a taste of our THANKSGIVING SPECIAL interview with the incomparable Matthew Whitaker - you can watch the full interview on Youtube (link below) and listen on your podcast platforms! In #MUSICNEWS we get into Drake's "petition" against UMG for "Not Like Us," and the latest with the new Trey Songz lawsuit. During #THEBLACKNESS we discuss Walmart and a list of other companies rolling back their DEI polices (shop at Target y'all) and we shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on the #1 Pop...

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Welcome back OTW Listeners! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Mary J Blige, Earthgang, Cordae, & Flo! In #MUSICNEWS we discuss the football game at Beyonce's Christmas Halftime Show as well as the 2025 Coachella lineup! During #THEBLACKNESS we get into the incoming clown cabinet of the president-elect, as well as shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Viola Davis set to receive the Cecil B. DeMille award at the 2025 Golden Globes!

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OTW's Kahlil interviews "The Honorable Shyne" at the HBCU First Look Film Festival at Howard University (Nov. 8-10, 2024) discussing the premier of his documentary.

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WELCOME BACK TO SEASON 8 - and "The Nu Amerika" y'all! This week on our Season Premiere - we have sounds from Megan Thee Stallion, Glorilla, Victoria Monét, Tyla, Tyler The Creator, Samara Joy, Leon Thomas, and Jordan Woods & Jooney! We kick off Season 8 with an exclusive interview from, "The Honorable SHYNE," from the HBCU First Look Film Festival '24 where he premiered his documentary available on HULU on November 18th. During #MUSICNEWS we discuss the life and legacy of Quincy Jones as well as the 2025 Grammy Nominations. In #THEBLACKNESS... we dive straight into Amerika and our new future. Duration: 01:04:35

SEASON 8 PREMIERES THIS THURSDAY! - Seven years after her first interview, we had the pleasure of speaking with OTW 'alum' Felicia Temple, in a part two interview discussing her latest project, "Welcome Home!" She guides us through the behind the scenes process of each song, the true meaning of the EP, and her roots in house music. She also discusses what it's like to be the entrepreneur of her operation being an independent artist. Felicia also gives us a look into her relationship with the Barclays Center, as well as a one on one account on preparing to sing...

SEASON FINALE! - This week on our S7 Finale our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Future, Jaz Karis, Alemeda, & LL Cool J! During #MUSICNEWS got into 50 Cent & Netlfix partnering to to produce the, "Diddy Doc." In #THEBLACKNESS we discussed the execution of Marcellus Williams, and shined a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on A'ja Wilson one final time in S7 for winning MVP!

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This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from THEEE Yolanda Adams, Fousheé, Toro Y Moi, & Terrace Martin! In #MUSICNEWS we get into The Diddler, his "Freak Offs," and all that's about to ensue! We also breakdown some of this year's BET Hip Hop Awards nominees. During #THEBLACKNESS we get into the White House's first ever 'Black Excellence Brunch' and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on A'ja Wilson.

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Welcome back y'all - come on in, it's been a wild week. RIP to Rich Homie Quan, James Earl Jones, & Frankie Beverly. During our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST we had sounds from Eric Bellinger, Tyrese, Big Sean, & Laila. During #MUSICNEWS we discuss Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' getting snubbed by the Country Music Awards and Kendrick Lamar headlining the 2025 Super Bowl! In #THEBLACKNESS - you already know we're recapping Tuesday's presidential debate between Kamala Harris & Donald Trump.

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Welcome to September & Happy International 'Bey'Day' y'all as we celebrate the Queen herself in the year of our Lord Two Thousand and Twenty-Four! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Muni Long, Doechii, Toby Nwigwe, & Louis York! During #MUSICNEWS we celebrate the life of Fat Man Scoop after his recent untimely passing. We also celebrate Beyoncè's birthday by naming our Top 3 underrated Beyoncè songs! In #THEBLACKNESS we discuss the Isaac Hayes estate's victory over Donald Trump, and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Sadè!

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Welcome Back Y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Kehlani, Juicy J, Xavier Omär & Elhae, and Sabrina Carpenter! During #MUSICNEWS pay homage to the one and only Aaliyah "Babygirl" Dana Haughton as this week marks 23 years since her untimely passing. We also talk update you on the host of this years MTV VMA Awards! In #THEBLACKNESS we dive into the latest verdicts in the case of the murderers of Breonna Taylor.

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Welcome back y'all - this week, we're 'DNC'd Down!' Our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Chloe, Kenyon Dixon, Asake, & Ravyn Lenae! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss the historic DNC Roll Call featuring 'DJ Cassidy' and Beyoncé threatening the Trump campaign with a 'Cease & Desist' for copying the Harris campaign and using "Freedom" in a campaign ad. In #THEBLACKNESS, we recap the historic Democratic National Convention as a whole, and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Jordan Chiles not returning her Bronze Medal!

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Welcome to August Y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST had sounds from Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign, Moses Sumney, Elijah Blake, & Khalid. At the top of the show, we discuss the '24 VMA nominations (or lack thereof) and during #MUSICNEWS, we get into Beyoncé donating $4 million to the Harris-Walz campaign, and agreeing to multiple campaign appearances, as well a release date for the much anticipated Luther Vandross documentary! In #THEBLACKNESS we recap VP Kamala Harris' VP pick - Gov. Tim Walz and the $20 million raised the same day he was announced as her pick. We also shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on t...

Welcome to the New World and to August Y'all! Our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Childish Gambino, Mustard, Blxst, & Ice Spice! During #MUSICNEWS we get into Flavor Flav being an Olympic sponsor for the TEAM USA WaterPolo, as well as the release of Vybz Kartel. In #THEBLACKNESS we catch up on everything Kamala and the 'New America' since our last episode and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on TEAM USA Women's Gymnastics for bringing home the Gold!

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Welcome back y'all - it's hot our there, come on in and cool down! This week our #OTWEEKLYPODCAST has sounds from Zacari, Rema, Berwyn, and Common & Pete Rock. During #MUSICNEWS we get into Usher's three Super Bowl Halftime Performance Emmy nominations, as well as the class of the 2024 Hollywood Walk of Fame including - Brandy, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Kerry Washington, & Angie Martinez to name a few! In #THEBLACKNESS we talk about what we saw and didn't see from last Saturday's assignation attempt, as well as shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Missy Elliot for being the first artist who's song has...

Welcome to July y'all! After a week off, this week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Megan Thee Stallion, Lucky Daye, Amaarae, & Hiatus Kaiyote! During #MUSICNEWS we recapped the winners, performances, and Lifetime Achievement Award from the 2024 BET Awards! In the beginning of the episode we recap the 1st presidential debate, and in #THEBLACKNESS we dive into the Supreme Court's latest ruling on Presidential immunity.

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Happy Summer Y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Kehlani, Maeta, Jeremy Pope, and James Fauntleroy & The 80's! During #MUSICNEWS we get ready for the 2024 BET Awards weekend discussing the performers and our predictions - including whether or not Drake will show up to LA while leading with seven nominations. In #THEBLACKNESS we discuss US NY Congressmen Jamal Bowman losing his election and predictions for tonight's 1st presidential debate!

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To round out #BlackMusicMonth this year, we head to the west coast with singer, songwriter Bairi The Siren! She's just released her debut album, #FireSiren." Bairi & Kahlil met in 2019 while doing a show in Brooklyn. We reviewed her album on Episode 254 after seeing it on mainstream streaming pages. Bairi discusses her journey in music from 2017 to now, her Hershey, PA roots, and the true meaning of "Sirenism!"

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Welcome back to the last week of Spring '24 y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Normani, Don Toliver, NxWorries, & Matthew Whitaker! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss Justin Timberlake's recent DWI arrest, and delve into "will he or won't he" still be going on tour? In #THEBLACKNESS, we list off the Black 2024 TONY Winners including Alicia Keys' "Hell's Kitchen," and we wrap up with 15 minutes of our latest interview with Bairi The Siren who we covered on the playlist - as we celebrate #BLACKMUSICMONTH!

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Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Tems, Kaytranada, Esta, & K Camp! During #MUSICNEWS we share 10 mins of our interview with Talibah Safiya as we celebrate #BLACKMUSICMONTH! In #THEBLACKNESS, we discuss Central Park Birder Chris Cooper winning an Emmy and shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Qunita Brunson for winning a Peabody award.

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To kick off our #BlackMusicMonth this year, we take a quick trip down to Memphis, TN with singer, songwriter Talibah Safiya! Some of her credits include HBO MAX's "RAP SH!T" season 2 soundtrack, where she wrote for/with artists like Sexyy Red, Hitkidd, & Rico Nasty. She's featured on RAEDIOS's latest project #BlackAndUnlimited - which we reviewed on episode 248 - and she has also just released her sophomore album #BlackMagic. Talibah talks about working with Issa Rae, Howard Fine Arts with Kahlil, & the Tennessee roots at the center of her artistry!

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Welcome to June OTW Listeners! This week start off recapping the "Sister Act II" reunion on 'The View'. Next, our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Ayra Starr, Shaboozey, Leigh-Anne, & Tanerélle! During #MUSICNEWS we recap the rights and wrongs of HOT 97 Summer Jam. In #THEBLACKNESS - a former disgraced, twice impeached U.S. president, was found GUILTY on 34 counts - we make sure to take the time to celebrate the wins!

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Welcome back OTW Listeners! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Coi Leray, Juicy J, Sango, & Vince Staples. During #MUSICNEWS we discuss Patti LaBelle & Gladys Knight hitting the 80 year mark milestone as well as Kehlani taking a stand for Palestine. During #THEBLACKNESS we unfortunately get into Gabby Douglas having to pull out of the Olympics due to an ankle injury, and on the flip side - Sho'carri Richardson winning the, "Pre Classic 100m!"

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Welcome back y'all - what a week! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLISTS has sounds from Billie Eilish, Vedo, Vanilla Is Black & 6lack, and Rapsody! During #MUSICNEWS of course we get into the egregious tape "leaked" last week of Sean "Diddy" Combs caught on camera domestically abusing Cassie, and the latest allegations from the fall out. We also discuss Apple Music's 100 Greatest Albums of all time list. In #THEBLACKNESS - we talk through this year's 2024 BET Award Nominations, and we also shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, & 18 year old Dr. Dorothy Jean-Tillman who received her associates, bachelors, and masters...

Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Childish Gambino, Gunna, Andra Day, & Kalan.FrFr! During #MUSICNEWS we get into Lauryn Hill and her son YG Marley performing on the Jimmy Fallon show, as well as Mary J. Blige's new fashion venture. In #THEBLACKNESS we discuss Biden & Trump agreeing to two debates and the stipulations that come along with. We also shine a #QUEENSPOTLIGHT on Nicki Minaj & Coco Gauff.

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Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Willow, Dua Lipa, 4batz, & Kamasi Washington! During #MUSICNEWS we recap the full Drake v. Kendrick Lamar saga from last weekend. During #THEBLACKNESS we get into "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers" making it's way back to the Billboard 200, and Zendaya being one of the 'Co-chairs' of this years MetGala for the first time.

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Welcome Back Y'all - this week we spent some time giving flowers to some friends! We kick off with Drew Barrymore's "Mamala" request before getting into our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST with sounds from Felicia Temple, Bairi, Sinead Harnett, & PartyNextDoor! During #MUSICNEWS we get into Beyoncé & Blue Ivy hitting the big screen as well as, "Euphoria," Kendrick Lamar's latest response to Drake! In #THEBLACKNESS we discuss the 2024 TONY Nominations including honors for Amber Iman and Alicia Keys' musical "Hell's Kitchen!" Hope you all enjoy your weekend, "...and May the 4th be with you!"

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Welcome back y'all! This week as we come down from 4/20 our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Jean Deaux, Inayah, Pastor Mike Jr., & Mozzy! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss the 2024 Class of Inductees into the Living Legends Foundation & The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, including Gwen Franklin, Mike Kelly, Donnie Simpson, Dionne Warwick, & Mary J. Blige! In #THEBLACKNESS we get into the $95.3 billion aid package Pres. Biden signed and the subsequent University protests that followed across the country.

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Happy 4/20 y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has the perfect soundtrack for your holiday with wavy sounds from Future, DRAM, Chantae Cann, & Nia Archives! During #MUSICNEWS we get into a recap of Coachella Weekend 1 performances. In #THEBLACKNESS we discuss the start of the first ever criminal trial of a former US president ...how ghetto!

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This week - our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has awesome sounds from J. Cole, GloRilla, Bryson Tiller, & Doja Cat! During #MUSICNEWS we pay homage to NY's and Hip Hop's beloved "DJ Mister Cee," on his untimely passing and also discuss Cowboy Carter selling 400,000+ copies in its first week! In #THEBLACKNESS we get into Coach Dawn Staley becoming the First female black coach to win 3 D1 Basketball Titles - and in our #QUEENSPOTLIGHT, we shine a light on Linda Martell who received her first Billboard #1 thanks to Beyoncé, after retiring from Country music in 1974 due to racial disparity.

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Welcome back y'all - This marks our 250th EPISODE! Beyoncé knew how we needed to commemorate this episode and so you already know the only featured album on our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST is #COWBOYCARTER! Join us as we go through #BeyEight recapping our first listens and week long experience living with her latest masterpiece. Let us know how you feel on social media, our dms, and by rating and reviewing! Thank you so much OTW Listeners for rocking with us for 7 seasons and 250 sessions - hope you enjoy this milestone episode!

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This week, on the eve of 'act ii' - our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has exciting sounds from Tyla, SiR, 6lack, and Metro Boomin & Future! During #MUSICNEWS we get into the latest surrounding 'Diddy' and during #THEBLACKNESS, we discuss the tragedy surrounding the Baltimore Bridge collapse and of course (because this is America) the racism that ensued.

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Howdee Y'all! We're 8 days away from the Heaux-Down! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Justin Timberlake, Tierra Whack, Flo Milli, & Issa Rae's Raedio! During #MUSICNEWS we get into Quavo's Rocket Foundation's plans to fight gun violence in Atlanta and America at large, as James Blake's new app to combat musician's streaming income. In #THEBLACKNESS, we get into the winners of the 55th NAACP Image Awards, and shine a Queen's Spotlight on congresswoman Rashida Tlaib for her work on the "Living Wage for Musicians Act!" Tap in to our latest playlists too!

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Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Ariana Grande, MIKE, The ARTI$t, & Trevor Jackson! During #MUSICNEWS we get into Lenny Kravitz' star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame & the House voting to ban Tik Tok. In #THEBLACKNESS we recap the 96th Oscar winners and shine a Queen's Spotlight on Da'Vine Joy Randolph!

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R&B did it's THING this week y'all! Our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from ScHoolboy Q, Eric Bellinger, Jade Novah, & Kenyon Dixon! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss Rihanna's first live show in eight years, as well as two women suing Jeffrey Osbourne for "embarrassment." In #THEBLACKNESS we get into the sentencing for the murderers of the late Elijah McClain.

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Welcome to the last day of BHM '24 y'all - smh. This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Earthgang & Spillage Village, Erick The Architect, Lil Yachty, & French Montana. During #MUSICNEWS we get into finally uncovering Jam Master Jay's murderers as well as Donna Summer's estate suing Kanye West over copyright infringement. In #THEBLACKNESS, we discuss Mitch McConnell finally stepping down and what could be next for America, as well as shine a 'Queen's Spotlight' on the legendary Dionne Warwick.

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Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Usher, Kanye West & Ty Dolla Sign, Serpentwithfeet, & The Bob Marley Motion Picture Soundtrack! During #MUSICNEWS we get into Usher's Super Bowl performance being the most watched of all time, as well as this year's 'Roots' Picnic' LineUp! In #THEBLACKNESS we discuss 18 year old Darryl George not being allowed to participate in his Junior year of high school due to the length of his locks, and the loophole found in 'The Crown Act'. We also shine a 'Queen's Spotlight' on Beyoncé for becoming the first black female artist to land a...

Happy Super Bowl Weekend Y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Ryan Leslie, Tia Corine, Alchemist & Hit-Boy, and SZA!!! During #MUSICNEWS we recap our favorite awards and performances from this years 66th Grammys! Also in #THEBLACKNESS, we give flowers to actor Garrett Morris for finally receiving his start on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and shine a 'Queen's Spotlight' on singer Tyla for making history to be the first one to win in her Grammy Category!

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Happy 2024 Y'all - WE BACK! This week as we kick off Black History Month ahead of Grammy weekend - our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from 21 Savage, Kid Cudi, Matt Martians & Destin Conrad! During #MUSICNEWS we get into Universal Music Group vs. Tik Tok as well as this years STAR STUDDED JAM PACKED "Lovers & Friends" festival! In #THEBLACKNESS we get into this years black Emmy Winners & Oscar Nominees with a Queen's Spotlight on Issa Rae!

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WE'VE COME TO THE END OF ANOTHER YEAR! - This week for the annual 'end of the year episode' our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST is dedicated to our TOP 20 ALBUMS of 2023 list with sounds from Victoria Monet & Doja Cat all the way to Paramore & Brent Faiyaz! Take a listen as Sylvee & Kahlil each come with their top 10 albums that made 2023 a standout year in music! On The Way will return on Feb. 1st - just in time for The Grammys & Black History Month! In the meantime, everyone stay safe, enjoy the rest of the holidays, and have an awesome start to your 2024!<...

MERRY CHRISTMAS Y'ALL! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Brandy, Samara Joy, Robert Glasper, & James Fauntleroy! During #MUSICNEWS we discuss T-Pain's new Las Vegas residency, as well as Nicki Minaj becoming the first female rapper with five number one albums. In #THEBLACKNESS, we get into Colorado removing 45 from the ballot ahead of the 2024 election, and for 'Queen's Spotlight' we highlight Angel Reese's shared accolade for 'Athlete of the Year!' Make sure to join us next week for our final episode of 2023 for our annual 'Top 20 Albums of the Year!'

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Welcome back family! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Nicki Minaj, Conway The Machine, Avenoir, & Kalan.Frfr! During #MUSICNEWS we get into Doja Cat's most recent warning to her white fans, as well as Kanye's return album with Ty Dolla $ign due out tomorrow. In #THEBLACKNESS, we discuss this years Golden Globe nominations including this year's snubs ("coughs"...The Color Purple..."ahemm"), and shine a Queen's Spotlight on mother Oprah Winfrey in her Prayer Garden.

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Welcome back y'all - For the first time this season, Sylvee & Kahlil are back in person! This week we have sounds from Brent Faiyaz, Raiche, Kaytranada, & Sexyy Red! During #MUSICNEWS we get into the charges against Diddy, as well as Renaissance the Film breaking the box office. In #THEBLACKNESS, we discuss the latest in the Jonathan Majors' trial as well as shine a Queen's spotlight on Sha'carri Richardson!

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING Y'ALL! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Drake, Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz, Pink Panthress, & Chris Brown! During #MUSICNEWS we get into the 2024 Grammy Noms! In #THEBLACKNESS we recap the inaugural HBCU First Look Film Festival and give a Queens Spotlight to Hazel Monet and more!

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WELCOME BACK Y'ALL! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Jeezy, Majid Jordan, Lady London, & Ryan Trey! During #MUSICNEWS we get into Kendrick Lamar's plans to make Africa available as a concert touring continent, as well as the latest in the trial of Tupac's alleged murderer. In #THEBLACKNESS we delve into the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike as well as exactly what that means for the actors, and the our 2023 Political victories following the election.

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Welcome to Episode 2 and November 2023! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Brent Faiyaz, Rema, Baby Tate, & Mariah The Scientist! During #MUSICNEWS we get into the 2023 Soul Train Awards Nominees as well as how record labels are fighting back against artists re-recording their albums. In #THEBLACKNESS, Amy Schumer chuuu-riiied it with Rev. Dr. King but his daughter Dr. Bernice set the record straight!

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WELCOME TO SEASON 7! So glad to be back with our OTW Listeners in our SEVENTH year and kick off this season. This week on our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST we covered so much of what we missed while we were away with sounds from, Diddy, Doja Cat, Tone Stith, Jorja Smith, Cleo Sol, Offset, Kirk Franklin, Alex Isley & Terrace Martin, Drake, & City Girls! During #MUSICNEWS we get into some world record setting with Rihanna, and delays by Nicki Minaj. In #THEBLACKNESS, we pay homage to the first black Action Hero, Richard Roundtree aka "SHAFT!"

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Welcome back to the end of Season 6! This week, our last #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST of the season has sounds from Victoria Monet, Burna Boy, Jordan Ward, and Terrace Martin & James Fauntleroy! During #MUSICNEWS, we get into Travis Scott getting back on the road touring, and Beyoncé being made the honorary mayor of Santa Clara, CA! In #THEBLACKNESS, Rudy Giuliani is getting what he deserves having lost his defamation suit against former ATL election pole workers Shay Moss & Ruby Freeman. Simone Biles is also back on top with a Gold Medal after a break. Thank you all for riding with us for a...

Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Leon Thomas, Jon Batiste, Quavo, & Ciara! During #MUSICNEWS we get into The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill & The Fugees reunion tour, and get a release date for Diddy's new album, "The Love Album: Off The Grid!" In #THEBLACKNESS, we discuss Paramount Global taking the offer to sell BET off of the table, as well as Sha'carri Richardson's self-promised return to Gold!

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Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWeeklyPlaylist has sounds from PJ Morton, Bambii, K. Roosevelt, & Olamide! For #MUSICNEWS, we dive into Doja Cat's recent comments to her fans and "The Unfollowing," that occurred as a result. During #THEBLACKNESS, we get into Fani Willis indicting Trump & 18 allies with 41 counts of RICO charges. We also shine a 'Queen's Spotlight' on Alena McQuarter who's set to graduate college at the age of 14! RIP to Clarence Avant, DJ Casper, & Magoo!

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Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Tori Kelly, Bia, Terrace Martin & Curly, and Travis Scott! During our #MUSICNEWS we get into the latest allegations regarding Lizzo and Netflix's Ladies & Hip Hop Doc produced by THEE Queen Latifah. In #THEBLACKNESS, we discuss the anti-christ's 3rd set of indictment charges, as well as Jamaica beating Brazil in the Women's World Cup!

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Welcome back y'all - "the time is nigh" - the RWT has finally come around to the NYC area! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Nas, Ice Spice, and the They Cloned Tyrone & Barbie soundtracks! During #MUSICNEWS, it seems like the saga of Travis Scott 'working at the Pyramids' has finally come to a conclusion. In #THEBLACKNESS, we get into Pres. Biden honoring Emmett Till with three memorials on what would've been his 82nd birthday, and we shine a Queen's spotlight on Latto & Fannie Lou Hamer (what other show can do that?!?!).

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Welcome back to "America The Ghetto" y'all! This week on our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST - we had sounds from Mahalia, Black Milk, Capella Grey, & Disclosure! During #MUSICNEWS, we get into the next chapter of Tupac's unsolved murder mystery, and Egyptian's putting the devil on Travis Scott's album debut at the pyramids. In #THEBLACKNESS, we discuss how HBCU's are responding to the overturning of Affirmative Action.

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Welcome to episode '227' - "Ain't No Place Like Home Chyle!" This week our #OTWeeklyPlaylist has sounds from Little Dragon, Willow, Cherise, & Raury! During #MUSICNEWS, we get into Issa Rae's Raedio partnering with Def Jam, and the Brooklyn Public Library paying tribute to Jay-Z to celebrate 50 years of Hip Hop! In #THEBLACKNESS, we dive into the 2023 Emmy Nominations, and Sha'Carri Richardson being back and better than ever!

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Welcome to Summer 2023 y'all! This week our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST has sounds from Lil Uzi Vert, FLO, Terrace Martin, & Group Therapy. During #MUSICNEWS we discuss the outcome of the Travis Scott and Astroworld concert lawsuit. In #THEBLACKNESS, after the repeal of Affirmative Action last week, we talk about what laws are codified, and which one's aren't - you'll be surprised!

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"Happy 4th Y'all!" Kahlil's 3rd EP "KD III" is NOW STREAMING EVERYWHERE! - https://untd.io/r/ArppTRxf6UAR This week for our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST, we had sound from Kahlil, Coi Leray, Young Thug, & Big Freedia! Sylvee conducts an A1 Top Tier interview with Kahlil about creating the project, as well as his Co-Producer of the EP - Naiqui! During #MUSICNEWS we get into the 2024 inductees of the Hollywood Walk Of Fame which include, Brandy, Toni Braxton, Angie Martinez and more! For #THEBLACKNESS, we discuss the joy of Angela Bassett named as a recipient of an honorary Oscar at this...

We're on the eve of the release of Kahlil's 3rd EP - "KD III" Pre-Save your copy now - https://untd.io/r/ArppTRxf6UAR! This week on our #OTWEEKLYPLAYLIST we had sounds from Killer Mike, Phabo, Ambré, & Asake! During #MUSICNEWS, we get into the Black Music Honors Award recipients as well as this Sunday's BET Awards Lifetime Achievement recipient Ms. Patti LaBelle! In #THEBLACKNESS, we shine a 'Queen's Spotlight' on Issa Rae for receiving her own Barbie doll preceeding the film!

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Welcome back y'all! This week our #OTWeeklyPlaylist has sounds from Janelle Monae, King Krule, Amaarae, & Maeta! During #MUSICNEWS we get into what caused Babyface to be removed from Anita Baker's tour, and if it could've been avoided. During #TheBLACKNESS, we dissect the 2023 BET Award Nominations! ...Also, Kahlil's 3rd EP, "KD III," is dropping on June 23rd - Pre-Save your copy NOW: https://untd.io/r/ArppTRxf6UAR

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"Lord Jesus It's A Fire!" - Welcome back fam - we're here in the tri-state with our MASKS ON! This week, we are also reunited with our former co-host, OTW founding member, and Billboard charting artist with song placements in TV shows like HBO's "Insecure," & Starz' "Run The World," - theee ROB MILTON as we discussed his latest project, "WISH U WELL!" We also had sounds on our #OTWeeklyPlaylist from Kevin Ross, Khamari, & MetroBoomin! ...Also, Kahlil's 3rd EP, "KD III," is dropping on June 23rd - Pre-Save your copy NOW: https://untd.io/r/ArppTRxf6UAR

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