This episode is a wild ride. We're talkin' about everything from a dude gettin' arrested for yellin' at the Social Security office to a white supremacist gettin' his ass kicked by a crowd in Minneapolis. We also dive into the world of Tyler Perry, where he's buildin' a studio to train young black creators, but some folks are callin' him out for some shady allegations. And, of course, we're talkin' about the importance of community and how it can affect our worldview. It's a real conversation, folks.

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This week’s episode kicks off the new year with explosive headlines and culture moments. Join the crew as they react, debate, and break it all down.

Timestamps
• 21:08 | Fun Facts
• 25:10 | Best Thing Seen
• 34:35 | ICE Kills Renee Goo
• 1:36:05 | Maduro Captured and Jailed
• 1:43:45 | Adin Ross vs. Glasses Malone (Doechii beef)
• 1:58:56 | Pass the Mic Returns

This Week’s Topics

1. ICE kills Renee Good: A federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis resulted in the fatal shooting of Renée Nicole Good, sparking nationwide protests and unrest.

2. Maduro captured and jailed: Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was seized during a U.S. military strike and flown to New York to face federal criminal charges, including narco-terrorism and drug trafficking.

3. Adin Ross vs. Doechii beef: The online entertainment clash between streamer Adin Ross and artist Doechii escalates, prompting hot takes from influencers and fans. (source provided)

4. Pass the Mic Returns: The crew re-launches Pass the Mic with fresh takes and new energy.

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This week, the crew reacts to newly discussed Epstein files, Jake Paul’s latest fall, and Kai Cenat opening up about his mental health. The episode wraps with a broader conversation about music today, expectations, and what’s changed in how we listen.

Timestamps
• 03:10 | Fun Facts
• 11:20 | Best Thing Seen
• 18:01 | Epstein Files
• 44:27 | Jake Paul Falls
• 65:48 | Kai Cenat & Mental Health
• 81:57 | Music Today & Expectations

This Week’s Topics

• Epstein files and the ongoing fallout

• Jake Paul’s latest loss and what it means

• Kai Cenat opens up about his mental health — are we finally turning a corner?
  https://x.com/KaiCenat/status/2001002072918167561?s=20

• Is sampling R. Kelly now completely off limits?
  https://www.theroot.com/21-savage-r-kelly-sample-sparks-hip-hop-debate-2000079843

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