NTK | “TO BE CONTINUED” (FINAL EPISODE) (ARCHIVE)
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This is the closing chapter of The Need to Know Podcast. Everything below this is the NTK archive — a curated back catalogue from that era. SaVon and Alex have a candid, unfiltered conversation about 2025 and the state of the podcast going forward. Subscribe to our Patreon for EARLY & EXCLUSIVE access to ad-free episode visuals with music included, exclusive episodes each and every Tuesday, and much more! - Book your next podcast recording at Need to Know Studios TODAY - Join our Twitter/X Community to chop it up with us about all things Need to Know - The...
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Joe Budden | “THE GOLD STANDARD” (NTK ARCHIVE)
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On this week's episode of the Need to Know Podcast, SaVon, Alex, and Regi are joined by none other than legendary rapper and podcaster Joe Budden. The episode begins with SaVon asking Joe how he’s doing (7:23) before breaking down the different iterations of The Joe Budden Podcast (9:30). SaVon and Alex share their side of the “secret” meeting that spelled the beginning of the end of Rory and Mal’s tenure on The JBP (22:06), and Joe details his relationship with Rory and Mal (30:46). Joe talks about respecting friends (43:53) and the current iteration of The JBP with Ish, Ice,...
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Joe Budden — “ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST” (ARCHIVE) (Ep. 238)
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On this week's episode of the Need to Know Podcast, SaVon, Alex, and Regi are back with Joe Budden to recap the music and pop culture of 2023. They cover various topics, including Joe's reflections on the year, dispelling rumors about JBP metrics, Joe's desire to make music again, recapping the Need to Know Podcast in 2023, thoughts on streamers and artificial intelligence, opinions on R&B music and rappers, discussions about emerging creators and potential collaborations, best and worst in entertainment, leaked episode revelation, integrity's importance and impact, Joe's shortcomings in...
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Episode 334 | "Words Mean Things" (with Ish & Yassy)
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SaVon and Alex welcome Ish and Yassy to the show, and kick things off with Patreon member submissions asking why Ish never answers questions directly (4:56) and whether men fear emotional vulnerability or financial instability more (6:56). From there, they unpack Saweetie's escort rumors and transactional culture (15:22), break down the result of the Drake-UMG lawsuit and what might be coming next (27:21), and react to New Orleans fugitive Derrick Groves finally getting caught by authorities (50:32). Later, Ish opens up about the current state of the Joe Budden Podcast (1:05:36) and his...
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Episode 332 | "My Qualified Opinion" (with Mecc Rashawn)
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SaVon and Alex sit down with Mecc Rashawn — journalist, A&R, and one of Hip-Hop’s quiet stewards — for an unfiltered deep dive into artistry, legacy, and integrity. Mecca opens up about A&R’ing for Busta Rhymes (8:30), the need for stronger mentorship in a youth-driven industry, and a Patreon member question that sparks dream Super Bowl haltime show lineups (15:10). The crew unpacks all the latest in the Cardi B vs. Nicki Minaj rivalry (42:40) and how social media beefs overshadow the music, before Mecc explains the difference between gatekeepers and haters, dissects the state...
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Episode 326 | "Leave Buttons Alone" (with Art)
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The crew kicks things off with Alex recounting his car break-in and reflecting on wanting to move out of the hood before introducing special guest Art, producer at The Breakfast Club and host of The New Era (2:18). Art shares how SaVon and Alex inspired him during college (4:31) before the team answers a Patreon listener question on the afterlife and aliens, debating faith, fear of death, UFOs, and who in pop culture might secretly be an alien (08:47). From there, they unpack Charlamagne’s viral claim that GloRilla’s catalog could match Nicki Minaj’s, leading into a defense of Nicki’s...
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Episode 315 | "Baddie in the Bathroom" (with Yassy)
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This week on the Need to Know Podcast, Yassy returns as the crew dives into rap’s biggest drops, messy beefs, and viral moments. They revisit the Pusha T vs. Jim Jones saga (1:51) before breaking down Clipse’s new album Let God Sort Em Out — unpacking Pusha T and Malice’s raw verses, Pharrell’s production, Kendrick Lamar’s feature, and their classic press run (14:55). Next up, Drake’s UK drama heats up after his three-night Wireless Fest run sparks debate when he claims UK rappers out-rap Americans (50:14) — leading to critiques of the scene and a mention of the Skepta vs....
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Episode 313 | "Hood Historian" (with The Kid Mero)
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Yerrrr! The Need to Know squad sat down with the one and only — Bronx legend, multi-hyphenate menace, and certified culture shifter. From smoke shop runs and wrap flavors you’ve never heard of (00:49) to building his own creative empire, Mero delivers nonstop laughs, real game, and signature BX energy. He breaks down why TV is cooked and YouTube is king (05:51), raising his beautiful children (17:29), and his hilarious theory that Babe Ruth might’ve been Black (24:25). He explains why licensing your content is the real power move (30:47) and how he’s building Victory Light like the...
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Episode 312 | "Game of Pods" (with Rainey)
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Ayo! This week, the Need to Know squad links up with the multi-hyphenate Bronx legend — podcaster, rapper, skit god, and all-around creative menace. He pulls up to talk Victory Light with Mero & Lisabell, his fire new project Cigarettes For Dead Men, and why he might’ve lowkey inspired Metro & Future (he said what he said). We get into everything from Kenan Thompson improv stories, AI beef with The Alchemist, to growing up without pops and adapting to Dominican culture (Savon really might be biracial). Oh — and yes, we put Rainey through Dominican trivia. He held it down. This...
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Episode 311 | "Standing on Business" (with Nyla Symone)
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In this episode of The Need to Know Podcast, the crew is once again joined by the vibrant and multi-talented ! The conversation kicks off with a deep dive into Joe Budden’s recently leaked Patreon numbers—how much is too much, and should your favorite creators be asking for a raise? Later, the team unpacks the explosive Pusha T verse aimed at Travis Scott and discusses the Clipse reunion and Kendrick Lamar’s leaked feature. Nyla brings her industry insight to the Cardi B and Offset drama, sparking a conversation around relationship PR, fan manipulation, and strategic finesse. Plus, a...
info_outlineSaVon and Alex welcome Q back to the studio for another hilarious and thought-provoking episode. They open with laughs about a rapper’s creative DM gone wrong, before catching listeners up on Apple Podcast feed issues and how platforms continue to affect independent creators. From there, they dive into former NBA player Tony Allen's arrest story and share personal encounters with police profiling (5:25). Patreon members spark candid conversations about following exes, emotional expression in the social media era, and a Leon Thomas-Kehlani debate (21:30). The group then shares their GRAMMY predictions for Hip-Hop and R&B (34:45) and debates DJ Vlad’s latest controversy with Joyner Lucas, defining what it means to be a “culture vulture” and contrasting virality versus actual cultural impact (1:13:10). Later, they react to the new Michael Jackson biopic trailer and discuss whether Hollywood will tell the whole story or play it too safe (1:33:10). Finally, they close with thoughts on New York City’s new mayor, rising costs of living, and why artists need to get back to doing interviews (1:48:32).
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