In this episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B sits down with super producer A-King, journalist Jayson Rodriguez, and special guest Glasses Malone for a bold, thought-provoking, and humor-filled exploration of culture, community, and connection. The conversation kicks off with a spirited discussion about the Powerball lottery and the fantasies it fuels[01:24], as the crew reflects on how sudden wealth can amplify values—or expose insecurities. From there, they shift into a sharp critique of community ownership and responsibility[02:47], questioning what true “buy back the block” movements look like in practice and who actually benefits when outsiders invest in Black neighborhoods.

The dialogue takes a playful yet insightful turn with a dive into celebrity gossip and gender dynamics[03:41], using pop culture as a lens to unpack deeper truths about fame, loyalty, and the human desire for validation. Glasses Maloneoffers a compelling perspective on the identity of hip hop and cultural authenticity[05:38], reminding listeners that the genre’s foundation lies in truth-telling and community representation, not algorithms or vanity metrics.

As the episode progresses, the hosts unpack the nature of relationships and accountability[12:41], questioning how much transparency partners owe each other and how past experiences shape current dynamics. This seamlessly leads into navigating fame and public perception[20:06], with reflections on how visibility alters personal relationships—particularly in the age of social media. The group then circles back to a fan-favorite question: “What would you do if you actually won the lottery?”[23:39], sparking an honest debate about money’s impact on morality and motivation.

A recurring theme of giving back and community impact emerges [29:53], as Mandii and her guests emphasize the importance of reciprocity and responsible leadership. That message is echoed in their dissection of the Turkey Leg Hut controversy[34:19], a heated conversation about respectability politics, community standards, and the tension between cultural pride and public image.

The tone shifts as the panel examines men’s insecurities around women’s pasts[41:20], tying it to the broader complexity of romantic relationships[50:00] and the unrealistic expectations often placed on women in love and life. The discussion deepens further with Kanye West’s ongoing struggle with fame and mental health[53:22], exploring how the pressures of celebrity amplify emotional vulnerabilities and distort public empathy.

This leads naturally into a sharp analysis of power dynamics in relationships[59:27], where the hosts explore how ego, gender norms, and social conditioning influence control and communication. From there, they open the floor to conversations around sexual education and representation[01:04:50], acknowledging how misinformation and stigma still shape public discourse—particularly in communities of color.

In a standout moment, they reflect on Snoop Dogg’s evolving views on LGBTQ+ representation[01:15:21], celebrating growth while confronting the cultural hurdles that make such progress difficult. The episode concludes with a nuanced discussion on tourism in underprivileged communities[01:23:18], questioning the ethics of cultural consumption versus contribution, and challenging listeners to think critically about how they engage with spaces that aren’t their own.

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In this episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B sits down with super producer A-King, journalist Jayson Rodriguez, and special guest Glasses Malone for a bold, thought-provoking, and humor-filled exploration of culture, community, and connection. The conversation kicks off with a spirited discussion about the Powerball lottery and the fantasies it fuels [01:24], as the crew reflects on how sudden wealth can amplify values&mdash;or expose insecurities. From there, they shift into a sharp critique of community ownership and responsibility [02:47], questioning what true &ldquo;buy back the block&rdquo; movements look like in practice and who actually benefits when outsiders invest in Black neighborhoods.
The dialogue takes a playful yet insightful turn with a dive into celebrity gossip and gender dynamics [03:41], using pop culture as a lens to unpack deeper truths about fame, loyalty, and the human desire for validation. Glasses Maloneoffers a compelling perspective on the identity of hip hop and cultural authenticity [05:38], reminding listeners that the genre&rsquo;s foundation lies in truth-telling and community representation, not algorithms or vanity metrics.
As the episode progresses, the hosts unpack the nature of relationships and accountability [12:41], questioning how much transparency partners owe each other and how past experiences shape current dynamics. This seamlessly leads into navigating fame and public perception [20:06], with reflections on how visibility alters personal relationships&mdash;particularly in the age of social media. The group then circles back to a fan-favorite question: &ldquo;What would you do if you actually won the lottery?&rdquo; [23:39], sparking an honest debate about money&rsquo;s impact on morality and motivation.
A recurring theme of giving back and community impact emerges [29:53], as Mandii and her guests emphasize the importance of reciprocity and responsible leadership. That message is echoed in their dissection of the Turkey Leg Hut controversy [34:19], a heated conversation about respectability politics, community standards, and the tension between cultural pride and public image.
The tone shifts as the panel examines men&rsquo;s insecurities around women&rsquo;s pasts [41:20], tying it to the broader complexity of romantic relationships [50:00] and the unrealistic expectations often placed on women in love and life. The discussion deepens further with Kanye West&rsquo;s ongoing struggle with fame and mental health [53:22], exploring how the pressures of celebrity amplify emotional vulnerabilities and distort public empathy.
This leads naturally into a sharp analysis of power dynamics in relationships [59:27], where the hosts explore how ego, gender norms, and social conditioning influence control and communication. From there, they open the floor to conversations around sexual education and representation [01:04:50], acknowledging how misinformation and stigma still shape public discourse&mdash;particularly in communities of color.
In a standout moment, they reflect on Snoop Dogg&rsquo;s evolving views on LGBTQ+ representation [01:15:21], celebrating growth while confronting the cultural hurdles that make such progress difficult. The episode concludes with a nuanced discussion on tourism in underprivileged communities [01:23:18], questioning the ethics of cultural consumption versus contribution, and challenging listeners to think critically about how they engage with spaces that aren&rsquo;t their own.
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Society is brimming with hypocrisy, indignation and opinions—the Selective Ignorance podcast will dare to challenge the complexities behind internet reaction and the public’s beliefs by unpacking trending topics with comedic education and outlandish hot takes.

Each week, Mandii B engages guests from the worlds of media, comedy and entertainment, as well as cultural and topical experts, to tackle everything from current events to the latest scandals in order to confront biases, embrace the uncomfortable and embark on a journey that shakes the status quo.

Society is brimming with hypocrisy, indignation and opinions—the Selective Ignorance podcast will dare to challenge the complexities behind internet reaction and the public’s beliefs by unpacking trending topics with comedic education and outlandish hot takes. Each week, Mandii B engages guests from the worlds of media, comedy and entertainment, as well as cultural and topical experts, to tackle everything from current events to the latest scandals in order to confront biases, embrace the uncomfortable and embark on a journey that shakes the status quo.

Society is brimming with hypocrisy, indignation and opinions—the Selective Ignorance podcast will dare to challenge the complexities behind internet reaction and the public’s beliefs by unpacking trending topics with comedic education and outlandish...

Selective Ignorance with Mandii B

Ep. 34 | Crimes vs Morality, Turkey Leg Hideout & Hood Tours feat. Glasses Malone

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