In this episode of Selective Ignorance, host Mandii B is joined by super producer A-King, journalist Jayson Rodriguez, and former music executive and media personality Wayno for a deep dive into the state of hip hop, R&B, and the ever-changing music industry. The conversation begins with an introduction and book promotion [00:00] before moving straight into a breakdown of the current state of hip hop and R&B and how the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar feud has shaped cultural conversations [00:55].

The crew then examines the cultural pulse of media and marketing and how these forces influence public perception of artists [02:20]. Drawing from their own careers, the hosts share personal experiences in media and content creation, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges of today’s digital-first environment [05:52].

The discussion turns to the role of gatekeeping in media—a double-edged sword that can both protect and limit access for artists [19:36]. From there, they reflect on the dynamics of Dreamville and the importance of industry relationships, exploring how collaboration, reputation, and authenticity shape success [32:21]. This naturally transitions into a broader conversation about navigating industry relationships and staying true to one’s voice [39:25].

As the conversation develops, the panel revisits the topic of gatekeeping in the music industry and how it affects rising talent [41:44], before diving into one of the most debated questions in culture: what defines the “Song of the Summer”?[42:09]. They unpack how streaming, TikTok, and changing audience habits have altered how hits are made and sustained.

From there, they explore the evolution of music promotion and artist visibility in a landscape oversaturated with content [59:51], followed by a discussion on the state of R&B festivals and whether the genre’s live presence reflects its cultural impact [01:05:04]. They then critique the oversaturation of media and music, stressing the importance of differentiation and strategy for artists [01:08:23].

The episode also tackles the changing metrics in the music industry [01:12:28] and how the obsession with numbers affects music perception and success [01:16:39]. From there, they highlight the tension between cultural impact and artist recognition [01:21:22], offering perspective on how audiences, critics, and platforms assign value in today’s fragmented landscape.

The conversation closes with reflections on navigating the modern music business [01:26:04] and why leverage is one of the most important tools artists can have in today’s industry [01:30:26]. 

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In this episode of Selective Ignorance, host Mandii B is joined by super producer A-King, journalist Jayson Rodriguez, and former music executive and media personality&nbsp;Wayno for a deep dive into the state of hip hop, R&amp;B, and the ever-changing music industry. The conversation begins with an introduction and book promotion [00:00] before moving straight into a breakdown of the current state of hip hop and R&amp;B and how the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar feud has shaped cultural conversations [00:55].
The crew then examines the cultural pulse of media and marketing and how these forces influence public perception of artists [02:20]. Drawing from their own careers, the hosts share personal experiences in media and content creation, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges of today&rsquo;s digital-first environment [05:52].
The discussion turns to the role of gatekeeping in media&mdash;a double-edged sword that can both protect and limit access for artists [19:36]. From there, they reflect on the dynamics of Dreamville and the importance of industry relationships, exploring how collaboration, reputation, and authenticity shape success [32:21]. This naturally transitions into a broader conversation about navigating industry relationships and staying true to one&rsquo;s voice [39:25].
As the conversation develops, the panel revisits the topic of gatekeeping in the music industry and how it affects rising talent [41:44], before diving into one of the most debated questions in culture: what defines the &ldquo;Song of the Summer&rdquo;?[42:09]. They unpack how streaming, TikTok, and changing audience habits have altered how hits are made and sustained.
From there, they explore the evolution of music promotion and artist visibility in a landscape oversaturated with content [59:51], followed by a discussion on the state of R&amp;B festivals and whether the genre&rsquo;s live presence reflects its cultural impact [01:05:04]. They then critique the oversaturation of media and music, stressing the importance of differentiation and strategy for artists [01:08:23].
The episode also tackles the changing metrics in the music industry [01:12:28] and how the obsession with numbers affects music perception and success [01:16:39]. From there, they highlight the tension between cultural impact and artist recognition [01:21:22], offering perspective on how audiences, critics, and platforms assign value in today&rsquo;s fragmented landscape.
The conversation closes with reflections on navigating the modern music business [01:26:04] and why leverage is one of the most important tools artists can have in today&rsquo;s industry [01:30:26].&nbsp;
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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. 30 | We Need Gate Keepers: The State of Music feat. Wayno

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