Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda are joined by the first guest to grace The Real Report: North Carolina's own DaBaby. The "Rockstar" rapper tells Yayo and Murda about his latest project 'BE MORE GRATEFUL,' how his hit single "POP DAT THANG" came together, the stories behind the scenes of his collaboration project with NBA YoungBoy, and why he respects 50 Cent for not being buddy-buddy with the rest of the hip hop game.

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Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda are joined by the first guest to grace The Real Report: North Carolina's own DaBaby. The "Rockstar" rapper tells Yayo and Murda about his latest project 'BE MORE GRATEFUL,' how his hit single "POP DAT THANG" came together, the stories behind the scenes of his collaboration project with NBA YoungBoy, and why he respects 50 Cent for not being buddy-buddy with the rest of the hip hop game.
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The Real Report brings together hip hop veterans and long-time friends Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda for unfiltered, entertaining, and hilarious cultural commentary. From pulling back the curtain on the music industry, to globe-trotting adventures with 50 Cent or chopping it up with comedians and other special guests, every episode delivers the perfect mix of honest insight and comedy. If you’re looking for the real story on music and culture this is your new favorite show.

The Real Report brings together hip hop veterans and long-time friends Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda for unfiltered, entertaining, and hilarious cultural commentary. From pulling back the curtain on the music industry, to globe-trotting adventures with 50 Cent or chopping it up with comedians and other special guests, every episode delivers the perfect mix of honest insight and comedy. If you&rsquo;re looking for the real story on music and culture this is your new favorite show.

The Real Report with Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda

DaBaby talks 'BE MORE GRATEFUL,' NBA YoungBoy project & 50 Cent bond

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The Close Call That Inspired Tommy Egan

The Birth of Tommy Egan

The Power Universe's Impact

Early Career and TV Appearances

The First Season of Power Force

Early Life and Career Struggles

The Birth of a Star: Tommy Egan in Power

Reasonable Doubt: A New Challenge

The Art of Directing: Chicago Graffiti Story

New York vs Chicago: The Pizza Debate

The Golden Era of Hip-Hop

Advice for Aspiring Actors

Upcoming Projects and Social Media Musings

Joseph Sikora, best known as Tommy Egan from Power, joins Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda on The Real Report for a hilarious and wide-ranging conversation about bringing Tommy to life, his first day on set, finding out Ghost was going to die, getting his own spin-off with Power Book IV: Force, and how 50 Cent helped build the world around the character. Joseph also talks about his hip-hop roots, Kay Slay crediting him for graffiti, Chicago culture, working with Tom Cruise, his wild time on Ozark, directing an episode of Raising Kanan, shooting a commercial with Michael Jordan as a kid, and why New York pizza beats Chicago deep dish. From crazy Tommy fan stories to his favorite rappers, Polish family roots, acting, auditions, and his dog Pirate stealing the show, this episode gets into the man behind one of TV’s most iconic street characters.

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Joseph Sikora, best known as Tommy Egan from Power, joins Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda on The Real Report for a hilarious and wide-ranging conversation about bringing Tommy to life, his first day on set, finding out Ghost was going to die, getting his own spin-off with Power Book IV: Force, and how 50 Cent helped build the world around the character. Joseph also talks about his hip-hop roots, Kay Slay crediting him for graffiti, Chicago culture, working with Tom Cruise, his wild time on Ozark, directing an episode of Raising Kanan, shooting a commercial with Michael Jordan as a kid, and why New York pizza beats Chicago deep dish. From crazy Tommy fan stories to his favorite rappers, Polish family roots, acting, auditions, and his dog Pirate stealing the show, this episode gets into the man behind one of TV&rsquo;s most iconic street characters. Go to&nbsp;<a href="https://baskandlatherco.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://baskandlatherco.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1775065017313000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2lzpWJvZawlj4H9l9dHm2E">https://baskandlatherco.com</a>&nbsp;and use code&nbsp;REALREPORT&nbsp;for 20% off

Joseph Sikora on Tommy Egan in Power Book IV: Force, working with Tom Cruise & Michael Jordan, 50 Cent Giving Back 

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Knicks Win It All

Jalen Brunson's Impact and Team Dynamics

The Importance of Fan Loyalty and Merchandise

James Harden's Arrest and World Cup Updates

Streaming University's Return and White House

Nipsey Hussle's Posthumous Album Announcement

Vinyl's Resurgence and Jay-Z's Target

The Resurgence of Vinyl and Jay-Z's Business

Target's Controversial DEI Record and Public

Jay-Z's Career Comeback and Target

Jay-Z's Upcoming Tour and Target Partnership

Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda are back on The Real Report for a solo episode celebrating the Knicks bringing a championship back to New York. The guys break down Jalen Brunson becoming the king of NY, the parade, wild fan reactions, Knicks fans taking over the city, and why this win could motivate every other New York sports team. They also react to James Harden’s Houston arrest, Haiti making the World Cup, Kai Cenat’s Streamer University chaos, the UFC event at the White House, and artists backing away from political events. Later, Yayo and Murda discuss Nipsey Hussle’s upcoming posthumous album, vinyl releases, Jay-Z teaming up with Target for the 30th anniversary of Reasonable Doubt, and how business, legacy, and public backlash all collide in hip-hop.

Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda are back on The Real Report for a solo episode celebrating the Knicks bringing a championship back to New York. The guys break down Jalen Brunson becoming the king of NY, the parade, wild fan reactions, Knicks fans taking over the city, and why this win could motivate every other New York sports team. They also react to James Harden&rsquo;s Houston arrest, Haiti making the World Cup, Kai Cenat&rsquo;s Streamer University chaos, the UFC event at the White House, and artists backing away from political events. Later, Yayo and Murda discuss Nipsey Hussle&rsquo;s upcoming posthumous album, vinyl releases, Jay-Z teaming up with Target for the 30th anniversary of Reasonable Doubt, and how business, legacy, and public backlash all collide in hip-hop.

Knicks win the 2026 NBA Championship, UFC x White House controversy, Jay-Z’s 'Reasonable Doubt' Target deal , Nipsey’s new album & James Harden’s Arrest

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The Memphis Bleek Dilemma

The Tunnel Club and New York Rap Supremacy

Nas, Trackmasters, and Queensbridge

Pun, Capone, and the Golden Era

Jay-Z's Freestyle and Hip-Hop Drama

Chris Lighty's Legacy and Death

The Changing Landscape of New York Hip Hop

The Origins of Drink Champs Podcast

N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN sit down with Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda on The Real Report to break down Big Pun, 50 Cent, Nas, Prodigy, Capone-N-Noreaga, Drink Champs, and New York hip-hop history. N.O.R.E. speaks on working with Big Pun, why Pun was one of the best people he ever met, Pun asking him to connect with DJ Whoo Kid, Pun being the first person he saw receive a wire transfer, and why Capital Punishment is a classic. He also explains why 50 Cent was always solid with him, how 50 became one of the first people to give him time for an interview, and how their relationship stayed strong after executive pushback. N.O.R.E. also talks about getting in the studio with Nas, releasing his first solo album after The War Report, meeting Capone, seeing The Notorious B.I.G. at Hot 97, acting in Paid In Full, getting banned from Black clubs in New York, The Tunnel era, Chris Lighty, Hip-Hop police, breaking Pharrell, going Latin with his music, and the exclusive “LA LA” story involving Prodigy being taken off the record. DJ EFN explains how Drink Champs started, how the name came together, why the DJ-and-rapper format worked, and how the show helped change hip-hop podcasting over 10 years. 

N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN sit down with Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda on The Real Report to break down Big Pun, 50 Cent, Nas, Prodigy, Capone-N-Noreaga, Drink Champs, and New York hip-hop history. N.O.R.E. speaks on working with Big Pun, why Pun was one of the best people he ever met, Pun asking him to connect with DJ Whoo Kid, Pun being the first person he saw receive a wire transfer, and why Capital Punishment is a classic. He also explains why 50 Cent was always solid with him, how 50 became one of the first people to give him time for an interview, and how their relationship stayed strong after executive pushback. N.O.R.E. also talks about getting in the studio with Nas, releasing his first solo album after The War Report, meeting Capone, seeing The Notorious B.I.G. at Hot 97, acting in Paid In Full, getting banned from Black clubs in New York, The Tunnel era, Chris Lighty, Hip-Hop police, breaking Pharrell, going Latin with his music, and the exclusive &ldquo;LA LA&rdquo; story involving Prodigy being taken off the record. DJ EFN explains how Drink Champs started, how the name came together, why the DJ-and-rapper format worked, and how the show helped change hip-hop podcasting over 10 years.&nbsp;

N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN on 10 years of Drink Champs, remembering Big Pun, Ice Cube vs Biggie, & removing Prodigy off of  LA LA track

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DaBaby talks 'BE MORE GRATEFUL,' NBA YoungBoy project & 50 Cent bond

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