This week, the crew covers everything from the NBA’s gambling scandal to a tragic shooting over a door argument, plus a few heated cultural conversations — including Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones’ wild comments and Tyler, The Creator’s old tweets resurfacing.

Timestamps

• 00:04:09 | Fun Facts

• 00:16:41 | Best Thing Seen

• 00:59:29 | NBA Gambling Scandal

• 01:12:35 | Woman Killed Over Door Argument

• 01:25:13 | Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones’ Comments

• 01:32:47 | Target Layoffs

• 01:41:56 | Tyler, The Creator’s Old Tweets Resurface

This Week’s Topics


NBA gambling sting shakes the league – NBC News


Dispute turns deadly after door-holding argument – ABC News


If you could delete one human emotion in everyone, what would it be?


Target announces mass layoffs of 1,800 employees – The Grio


Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones under fire for comments on CNN – The Root


Tyler, The Creator’s old tweets resurface after D’Angelo tribute – The Root

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This week, the crew covers everything from the NBA’s gambling scandal to a tragic shooting over a door argument, plus a few heated cultural conversations — including Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones’ wild comments and Tyler, The Creator’s old tweets resurfacing.
Timestamps 
• 00:04:09 | Fun Facts 
• 00:16:41 | Best Thing Seen 
• 00:59:29 | NBA Gambling Scandal 
• 01:12:35 | Woman Killed Over Door Argument 
• 01:25:13 | Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones’ Comments 
• 01:32:47 | Target Layoffs 
• 01:41:56 | Tyler, The Creator’s Old Tweets Resurface
This Week’s Topics
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NBA gambling sting shakes the league – <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/nba/nba-gambling-scandal-chauncey-billups-terry-rozier-rcna239490">NBC News</a>
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Dispute turns deadly after door-holding argument – <a href="https://abcnews.go.com/US/dispute-woman-dallas-store-allegedly-led-deadly-shooting/story?id=126377999">ABC News</a>
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If you could delete one human emotion in everyone, what would it be?
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Target announces mass layoffs of 1,800 employees – <a href="https://thegrio.com/2025/10/24/target-to-layoff-1800-corporate-jobs-as-boycotts-and-sluggish-sales-take-a-toll/">The Grio</a>
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Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones under fire for comments on CNN – <a href="https://www.theroot.com/texas-state-rep-under-fire-for-umm-violent-comments-2000069536">The Root</a>
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Tyler, The Creator’s old tweets resurface after D’Angelo tribute – <a href="https://www.theroot.com/white-fans-call-out-tyler-the-creator-for-fake-appreci-2000068600">The Root</a>
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Is The Mic Still On

NBA Scandal, Texas Controversy, and Tyler’s Old Tweets

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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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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 &amp; Mental Health 
• 81:57 | Music Today &amp; Expectations
This Week’s Topics
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Epstein files and the ongoing fallout
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Jake Paul’s latest loss and what it means
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Kai Cenat opens up about his mental health — are we finally turning a corner? <a href="https://x.com/KaiCenat/status/2001002072918167561?s=20">https://x.com/KaiCenat/status/2001002072918167561?s=20</a>
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Is sampling R. Kelly now completely off limits? <a href="https://www.theroot.com/21-savage-r-kelly-sample-sparks-hip-hop-debate-2000079843">https://www.theroot.com/21-savage-r-kelly-sample-sparks-hip-hop-debate-2000079843</a>
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Jake Paul, You Got Knocked the F Out

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This week, the crew digs into the fallout surrounding Sherrone Moore,  before ending on a more reflective note about the first time music really hit us.

Timestamps

• 02:40 | Fun Facts

• 02:38 | Best Thing Seen

• 35:36 | Sherrone Moore

• 86:58 | Epstein Photos Released

• 88:37 | Teens Shot While Stealing Packages

• 101:32 | First Time We Fell in Love With Music

This Week’s Topics


University of Michigan fires head coach Sherrone Moore, then arrests him — and the debate around whether he “let Black people down” →
https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/11/sport/college-football-ncaa-sherrone-moore-dismissal-arrest


Teens shot while stealing packages during the holiday season →
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/2-men-shot-1-critically-221953798.html


Trump administration says sign language interpreters hurt Trump’s image →
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/trump-administration-says-sign-language-165203170.html


Epstein photos released and what they reveal

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This week, the crew digs into the fallout surrounding Sherrone Moore, before ending on a more reflective note about the first time music really hit us.
Timestamps 
• 02:40 | Fun Facts 
• 02:38 | Best Thing Seen 
• 35:36 | Sherrone Moore 
• 86:58 | Epstein Photos Released 
• 88:37 | Teens Shot While Stealing Packages 
• 101:32 | First Time We Fell in Love With Music
This Week’s Topics
<ol>
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University of Michigan fires head coach Sherrone Moore, then arrests him — and the debate around whether he “let Black people down” → <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/11/sport/college-football-ncaa-sherrone-moore-dismissal-arrest">https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/11/sport/college-football-ncaa-sherrone-moore-dismissal-arrest</a>
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Teens shot while stealing packages during the holiday season → <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/2-men-shot-1-critically-221953798.html">https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/2-men-shot-1-critically-221953798.html</a>
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Trump administration says sign language interpreters hurt Trump’s image → <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/trump-administration-says-sign-language-165203170.html">https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/trump-administration-says-sign-language-165203170.html</a>
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Epstein photos released and what they reveal
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Sherrone Moore Let Nas Down

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This week, the crew breaks down one of the biggest entertainment stories of the year, Netflix acquiring Warner Bros., plus Pete Hegseth’s “double tap” controversy, Sydney Sweeney’s response to critics, and Pharrell addressing backlash to his political comments.

Timestamps

• 01:34 | Fun Facts

• 09:23 | Best Thing Seen

• 38:27 | Netflix Buys Warner Bros.

• 78:53 | Pete Hegseth “Double Tap”

• 95:12 | Pharrell Responds to Critics

• 118:05 | Sydney Sweeney

This Week’s Topics


Netflix buys Warner Bros. in $82.7B deal (Trending) →
https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/netflix-to-acquire-warner-bros-82-7-billion-deal-1236601034/


“Who’s the first person you’d talk to in heaven?” — Crew discussion


Is Trump restarting the war on drugs? →
https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/06/politics/war-on-drugs-trump-boat-strikes-venezuela


Sydney Sweeney addresses American Eagle backlash →
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/sydney-sweeney-american-eagle-campaign-rcna247738


Pharrell responds to political criticism →
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/soundbite-pharrell-williams-responds-backlash-102000162.html



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This week, the crew breaks down one of the biggest entertainment stories of the year, Netflix acquiring Warner Bros., plus Pete Hegseth’s “double tap” controversy, Sydney Sweeney’s response to critics, and Pharrell addressing backlash to his political comments.
Timestamps 
• 01:34 | Fun Facts 
• 09:23 | Best Thing Seen 
• 38:27 | Netflix Buys Warner Bros. 
• 78:53 | Pete Hegseth “Double Tap” 
• 95:12 | Pharrell Responds to Critics 
• 118:05 | Sydney Sweeney
This Week’s Topics
<ol>
 <li>
Netflix buys Warner Bros. in $82.7B deal (Trending) → <a href="https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/netflix-to-acquire-warner-bros-82-7-billion-deal-1236601034/">https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/netflix-to-acquire-warner-bros-82-7-billion-deal-1236601034/</a>
</li>
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“Who’s the first person you’d talk to in heaven?” — Crew discussion
</li>
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Is Trump restarting the war on drugs? → <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/06/politics/war-on-drugs-trump-boat-strikes-venezuela">https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/06/politics/war-on-drugs-trump-boat-strikes-venezuela</a>
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Sydney Sweeney addresses American Eagle backlash → <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/sydney-sweeney-american-eagle-campaign-rcna247738">https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/sydney-sweeney-american-eagle-campaign-rcna247738</a>
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Pharrell responds to political criticism → <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/soundbite-pharrell-williams-responds-backlash-102000162.html">https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/soundbite-pharrell-williams-responds-backlash-102000162.html</a>
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Soundbite This!

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