The BlkPrint

RNC RADIO

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The best and brightest in today's social commentary, hosted by Josh Peas and Justin "J5" Davis.

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509 episodes

The BlkPrint 057: "Play For Keeps" (w/ Kameron Hay)

No St. Patrick's Day hangover for us, but there's still plenty of green to pass around the community! This week, J5 and MC are joined by their very special guest Kameron Hay! As they share their love for 'Dune: Part Two', the trio reflects back to Kam and Drew's creation of the Play For Keeps podcast with the future NBA Hall of Famer, Kevin Durant. Learn the story of how KD's inclusion help build the foundation of RNC RADIO, as well as the story behind the one hip-hop legend that dipped out on the show! Also includes our full thoughts on the B.S. Bruno Mars gambling debt, Future/Metro Boomin's upcoming album and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 1m
Mar 20
Overly Conversating 001: "The Try & The Try Nots"

Who needs to wait for 2025 to get back in the streets? J5 and MC join forces once again for the latest BlkPrint bonus, our Overly Conversating premiere! Enjoy the laid-back ambiance as they share their proper Grand Theft Auto etiquette,  along with a retrospective on NBA Elite 11's historic 'Jesus Bynum' glitch and how it helped NBA 2K create one of the most controversial gaming landscapes of all-time. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

59m
Mar 15
The BlkPrint 056: "BardiMuse"

Would the world be saved if we just knew less about people? There may not be enough time to save humanity for the next generation, but J5 and MC link to share the latest social media stresses on the latest episode of The BlkPrint. Find out why J5 is ditching Linkedin for greener pastures, along with MC's salute to South Beach in their Spring Break ban, Cardi B's war against the internet, manufactured troll accounts, the troubles with Meek Mill's meltdown and Netflix's latest investment with Tyler Perry in . ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 13m
Mar 06
Triple Beam Streams: The Reunion Episode

This is history: our first-ever episode sponsored by the Cybertruck! As the film world has literally changed since RNC RADIO's last episode, Triple Beam Streams returns for the Printers with a surprise BlkPrint bonus! Hear J5 set the roundtable with Pat, Erik and Dom Griffin as they share their thoughts on the state of movie journalism, including a full review of 'Dune: Part Two', online anticipation for the upcoming Fantastic Four movie, Marvel's 2024 slate and a personal memory from Erik following the passing of Richard Lewis. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 25m
Mar 04
Recut Gems 015: "February '24"

Waiting for the wrestling world to be saved takes more time than we thought! As the upcoming Showcase of the Immortals gets even closer, MC and A Plus reunite for their first 2024 bonus to catch up on the long list of changes in life since the holidays. Tune in to hear their thoughts on Netflix's latest documentary, 'The Greatest Night In Pop', along with a hilarious look back at 2010s radio following MC's first KDAY, Real 92.3 and Power 106 experiences. Also tune in for the moment that could make WrestleMania 40 the greatest of all time, earthquakes, the 2009 South Florida renaissance and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 2m
Feb 27
The BlkPrint 055: "Post-Romance"

Don't tell us the government got you caught up in flowers and candy! This week on The BlkPrint, J5 and Josh Peas are ready to catch the world up on a post-romance society. Hear about the hectic February that comes with the Valentines rush, along with their thoughts on the love shown (and love lost) in the latest community news. Tune in for the online conversations surrounding Bob Marley's 'One Love' biopic, NBA's All-Star Saturday Night,  Jennifer Lopez's movie 'This Is Me... Now' on Prime Video, dating pornstars following Sean Evans' headlines and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 6m
Feb 21
ThrowBLKs: Usher's "Confessions"

Only one artist gets to bless our retrospective stages during Valentine's Day...or Week...or Month. February is the perfect month to dive deep into the magnum opus from 2024's Super Bowl Halftime Show superstar -- no pun intended! In this episode, we leave no stone unturned as we embark on a journey through each track, unraveling the layers of storytelling and rumors that define this modern R&B classic. From his early beginnings as a teenage sensation to his evolution into a global superstar, we celebrate the milestones and musical magic that have shaped Usher's journey. And as we ponder 'Confessions' place amongst the greatest R&B albums of all time, we invite you to join the conversation. Where does this album rank for you? Do you also turn into Tom Dubois when 'Burn' comes on? Most importantly, do we have another honor for the very rare "zero skips" album? Tune in every month on Patreon as covers more of our favorite albums from different eras in music -- all genres are on the table! As a patron, you'll be able to enjoy these bonuses early before they're released on all streaming platforms. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 28m
Feb 19
The BlkPrint 054: "The R"

Why are they trying to censor the real R? The 18th letter of the alphabet is front and center this week on The BlkPrint. Hear J5 and Josh Peas roll through the show's new YouTube partnership and react to the raving reviews of the $3500 Apple Vision Pro. Stay tuned to hear thoughts on the realities of an AR/VR future, the redeemable moments of GRAMMYs Weekend and a revisit to our conversation on the country's Quiet Recession in last week's Riot Games layoffs -- a must-listen for everyone in the world of tech. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 7m
Feb 07
The BlkPrint 053: "No Ageism" (w/ Eddie Gonzalez)

The internet's greatest power: joking someone directly into a bag! On this week's episode of The BlkPrint, we have a very rare special guest! Eddie Gonzalez (@bansky) connects with J5 and Josh Peas to recap a favorite amongst the Printers in our latest ThrowBLKs episode, as well as the latest sparks of tension within the community. Tune in to hear their views on keeping beef forever prevalent in the Kid Cudi/Lupe Fiasco drama, the differences of crowds feeding into the Drake/Mos Def debate and the clear winner over internet jokes, Drew Walls. We also converse about the troubles with putting money first in the new generation of music, the confidence needed for public content creation and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 6m
Jan 23
ThrowBLKs: OutKast's "Speakerboxxx/The Love Below"

Let's kick off 2024's first retrospective with the greatest selling rap album of all-time! This month on ThrowBLKs, we celebrate hip-hop's greatest tandem through the careers of Andre 3000, Big Boi and their albums that left a permanent stamp on rap's influences. This baits the question: does their final album get to sit amongst their biggest classics? Hear J5 and Josh Peas share their revisit of the 13x Platinum double-disc, illustrating the boundaries pushed on OutKast's final experiment, the reception from the music industry and the difficulties of personal growth as an artist. Also tune in for our thoughts on the album's legacy twenty years later, the challenges when friendships change and the current states of both legendary rappers. Tune in every month on Patreon as covers more of our favorite albums from different eras in music -- all genres are on the table! As a patron, you'll be able to enjoy these bonuses early before they're released on all streaming platforms. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 22m
Jan 16
The BlkPrint 052: "Walk With Me"

This year, we're sticking to our New Years resolutions -- promise! 2023 ended on a celebratory note for the show, but sometimes there's more fun in the mystery. Hear J5 and Josh Peas open up the first BlkPrint of the year with the very first induction for the 2024 ASF List: Katt Williams putting many comedians in the line of fire on Club Shay Shay. Tune in to also hear the show's thoughts on Josh's social media anonymity, the changes within black morning show radio, New Years press ratios and a very introspective segment on the past year's challenges, self improvements and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 5m
Jan 05
The BlkPrint: ASF List 2023 Special

Here's a toast to 2023 and all of the madness we're not taking into 2024! J5 and Josh Peas close the year out with their annual special on the only list that matters this time of year: the prestigious ASF List. As we congratulate this year's honorees, we must also acknowledge the change in community and the possible need for a renaissance in the new year. Hear Josh Peas share an exclusive look into his thought process for the 2023 list, along with breakdowns in the categories of fashion, music, culture, entertainment and more -- including a personal salute to the biggest moments that missed the list. HUGE thanks to everyone who loved the list and shared amongst their circles! Expect a completely new aspect to the ASF List in 2024 as The BlkPrint prepares for an amazing year ahead. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 11m
Dec 29, 2023
The BlkPrint 051: "A BlkPrint Christmas"

Even an extra week away feels like an eternity! The final BlkPrint episode of 2023 features J5 and Josh Peas' look back at some of the year's top moments, while also welcoming MC to California following his travel across the country. Tune in to hear the surprises of the Bible Belt, along with drug-free holidays, the latest bag fumble in the Jonathan Majors case, the post-racism theories in upcoming movies, 'lengthy' albums, B-Barbers and more year-end favorites. The ASF List 2023 releases Tuesday, December 26! Be sure to follow The BlkPrint on Instagram as we will be sharing everything surrounding this year's honorees. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 7m
Dec 20, 2023
The BlkPrint 050: "Goin' Through Changes"

No better way to end the year than with new beginnings for the team! This week on The BlkPrint, J5 and Josh Peas take a look back at the long road to 50 episodes and reflect on how much the show has meant to them and helped them grow. We also highlight the breaking news released last week as HitsDailyDouble and Billboard announced Josh's new position with Spotify! Tune in to hear the many thanks given in our Thanksgiving food break, brief thoughts on the 'A Ma Maniere' headlines, our review of this year's ComplexCon, the possibilities of Young Thug's freedom in the YSL trial and a celebration for MC on his move to Los Angeles. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 3m
Nov 29, 2023
The BlkPrint 049: "Black Wall Street"

One thing's for sure: my algorithm is not your algorithm! On this week's episode, J5 and Josh Peas mentally prepare for next week's holiday overload and celebrate the big moves made within the BlkPrint family. Tune in to hear about Josh's recent trip to New York City, including praise for Funk Flex, a staring contest with James Harden and full details on this weekend'sdebut at ComplexCon! We also discuss our differences in Twitter algorithms, Tyler the Creator's very successful return, the anticipation of a possible album from The Hillbillies, the chances of a Drake/Kendrick/Cole reunion on tour and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 3m
Nov 15, 2023
Recut Gems 014: "Peace Treaty"

We want to be on the Basketball Gods' good side this season! MC and A Plus return on a new Recut Gems bonus with a very careful start to the new NBA season, seeing as the last sports segment on the show sent Damian Lillard directly to Milwaukee. Hear their thoughts on their respective teams' first five games, including an update on the Heat Civil War, Boston's impressive 5-0 start and the general mood across the league regarding the new In-Season Tournament. Also tune in to hear the last Recut Roundtable highlighting some of this month's notable anniversaries, Ludacris' first three albums and more. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 0m
Nov 07, 2023
The BlkPrint 048: "Scared Straight"

Lock the doors, toss the menus and cover the grass walls -- Omar's coming! On a very special Halloween edition of The BlkPrint, tensions are rising and senses are heightened on one of the spookiest days of the year. Hear J5, Josh Peas and MC share their costumes with the Printers before diving into a stunning showdown that's been sending shockwaves through Atlanta! Tune in for our views on the fierce battle between TikTok sensation Keith Lee and the city's notable restaurants, along with a venture into the mysterious world of fraternity culture, a discovery of the best wing spot Josh has ever been to and an investigation on the viral livestream from "behind bars" by the polarizing Kai Cenat. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 6m
Nov 01, 2023
BlkPrint Radio: The Final Episode

This one's for the books. As the Amp app closes its doors on Halloween, we go live for the last time to salute our Amp partners for an unforgettable two years on the platform. More importantly, we salute the dedicated members of the Chat Gang and the family we've built with our special guests! Hear us extend the convo on our most recent ThrowBLKs with Deon Egenti, share some Halloween plans with Armon Sadler and close the chapter on BlkPrint Radio. To hear the entire replay with music sets, tap in with us on Patreon! Become a patron at http://patreon.com/blkprint for our entire Amp library. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

39m
Oct 27, 2023
ThrowBLKs: Three 6 Mafia's "Most Known Unknown"

What would an October retrospective be without a visit from the Triple 6? This month on ThrowBLKs, one of the greatest rap groups of all-time create the album that catapult them from underground kings to Hollywood superstars! Hear J5, Josh Peas and MC feature the moments and memories learning of Three 6 Mafia in their early Memphis stages, the genre-defining albums that influence the sound of today and the trials/tribulations within the group that lead to their life changing moment at the 78th Academy Awards. We also include our thoughts on how the movie has aged 18 years later, along with a full track-by-track retrospective of Three 6's 2005 staple, . Tune in every month on Patreon as covers more of our favorite albums from different eras in music -- all genres are on the table! As a patron, you'll be able to enjoy these bonuses early before they're released on all streaming platforms. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 46m
Oct 24, 2023
The BlkPrint 047: "Standin' On Bidness"

As we prepare for our final episode on Amp, one has to ask: what's next for The BlkPrint? Following Episode 46, the world received reports that Amazon will be shutting down the Amp platform at the end of the month. This week, we give a salute to our BlkPrint Radio home while finding the best homes for our future live streams -- hit us up, Kick! Stay tuned to also hear J5 and Josh Peas detail the struggles of content creation in a rapidly changing landscape, along with Jada Pinkett's new media tour, two of the spookiest albums in hip-hop, Taylor Swift's new blockbuster film and our personal exorcist A-Team after J5's watch of . ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 3m
Oct 17, 2023
BlkPrint Radio: October 4, 2023 (w/ Jeff J) [Preview]

This week on Amp is a very unexpected one as there's a bit of an elephant in the room, but the show rolls on with a new addition to the BlkPrint family! Hear our conversation with sports culture commentator Jeff J as we learn of his story before venturing into a multimedia career, along with a healthy discourse on performance reviews and the giant conglomerate of sports betting. Tune in for our opinions on sports media's current presence in the betting world, our immediate thoughts on Amp closing its doors and more. To hear the entire episode, tap in with us on Patreon! Become a patron at http://patreon.com/blkprint for our entire Amp library as a Printer Tier patron. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

16m
Oct 06, 2023
The BlkPrint 046: "Made In Japan"

Heads up for the month of October: any Jigsaw games, just end us early. J5 and Josh Peas return to the BlkPrint Studios for the first time in three weeks, and there's plenty of moments we need to catch up with! Hear our return as J5 takes us on an unforgettable journey to Japan, recounting his wild flight delay adventure, highlighting his favorite Japanese dishes and shopping experiences, and unveiling the enchanting world of cat cafés. We dive into some hot topics as well, discussing the end of the WGA strike, the spine-tingling release of "SAW X" in theaters and our first-ever reflective therapy exercise. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 6m
Oct 03, 2023
BlkPrint Radio: September 27, 2023 (Preview)

Did you miss us? J5 and Josh Peas return refreshed on Amp this week, sharing the first takeaways from J5's trip to Japan and Josh's trip to New Orleans. Enjoy the earliest stories before Tuesday's new episode of The BlkPrint, along with MC's plans for Miami Carnival Weekend, breaking news on the Damian Lillard saga, the mystery behind Josh's missing Tesla mirror, the latest Rocafella Records discourse and our well wishes to Krayzie Bone. To hear the entire episode, tap in with us on Patreon! Become a patron at http://patreon.com/blkprint for our entire Amp library as a Printer Tier patron. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

14m
Sep 29, 2023
Recut Gems 013: "Paradise City"

Less than 200 days to go until the world is saved! MC and A Plus officially start the Fall season on The BlkPrint with mixed feelings -- is it a time to celebrate or a time to panic as the year winds down? Hear their current thoughts on their hometown team headlines as the Washington Comma--err, Football Team start decent for the season and the Miami Heat stay stranded on Day 88 of Lillard Gate. Also tune in to hear the latest in the Recut Rotation, highlighting huge news for Lil Wayne's mixtape catalog, Future's newly released discography and the 10-year anniversary of Drake's 'Nothing Was the Same'. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

53m
Sep 28, 2023
The BlkPrint 045: "Nature Is Healing"

Does anything bring the country together quicker than 1st and 10? J5 is out on vacation this week, so Josh Peas and MC kick back on The BlkPrint to get an early start on the first day of Fall! There's plenty of people celebrating their seasonal traditions of pumpkin spiced everything, Halloween Horror Nights and of course, football season. Tune in to hear thoughts on the first two weeks of the NFL season, Josh's Hall of Fame Sunday afternoon and the Colorado phenomenon that has yet to be stopped. Also includes news on Endeavor's WWE/UFC deal, the new ESPN regime, immediate reactions to the surprising finale and Offset's best week ever. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 12m
Sep 20, 2023
BlkPrint Radio: September 13, 2023 (w/ Kameron Hay) [Preview]

It may not feel like Fall outside around the country since it's still 90 damn degrees all over the place, but the aura's still in the air now that sports is back! Kameron Hay joins us in the middle of an extremely busy first week in the NFL, highlighting his connections to Sexyy Red's appearance at the NY Jets' home opener and his first reactions to Aaron Rodgers' season-ending (and possibly career-ending) injury. We also chat about the social media differences between NFL and NBA athletes, breaking news surrounding Kai Jones/Kevin Porter Jr. and the chances we hear Kam's return to podcasting in the near future. To hear the entire episode, tap in with us on Patreon! Become a patron at http://patreon.com/blkprint for our entire Amp library as a Printer Tier patron. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

16m
Sep 15, 2023
ThrowBLKs: Jeezy's "The Recession"

Birthed within one of the worst eras in American history, this album lives forever as the rose that grew from concrete. This month on ThrowBLKs, we highlight one of the greatest careers of all-time through our first introductions to the Snowman himself. Hear J5, Josh Peas, MC and A Plus cover the mixtape moments and the classic debut album that catapulted Jeezy to rap stardom, along with the decline in the country that lead Jeezy to a much needed pivot. Also tune in for our entire retrospective of his 2008 concept album 'The Recession', track-by-track as we determine if this album is the true magnum opus in his untouchable catalog. Tune in every month on Patreon as covers more of our favorite albums from different eras in music -- all genres are on the table! As a patron, you'll be able to enjoy these bonuses early before they're released on all streaming platforms. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 45m
Sep 12, 2023
BlkPrint Radio: September 6, 2023 (w/ Armon Sadler) [Preview]

We haven't shaken off the holiday vibe just yet, so this week's live show was dedicated to the Chat Gang as a comfortable kickback. Our special guest Armon Sadler joined us to chat about his most recent ventures since his initial episode with us in April, and he also donned the BlkPrint colors as we took on the first members of the chat to come on stage! Hear J5 Barker's debut through our Hip-Hop 50 segment as Josh Peas, MC and Armon take on Deon, Sid, Jay and more live on Amp -- you may learn a thing or two! To hear the entire episode, tap in with us on Patreon! Become a patron at http://patreon.com/blkprint for our entire Amp library as a Printer Tier patron. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

12m
Sep 08, 2023
The BlkPrint 044: "Mona Scott Mentality"

WE'RE IN THE ENDGAME NOW -- WELL, AT LEAST FOR A FEW PEOPLE. This week on The BlkPrint, J5 and Josh Peas spend their Labor Day holiday by bonding over bad movies, bad decisions in television and extremely bad football coaches. Tune in to hear the latest in the Mona Cinematic Universe, detailing the Erica Mena/Spice controversy and the desperate need for the return of reality TV's greatest. Stay tuned to also hear the story of the lunatic Roy Johnson in HBO MAX's , the birth of the Janky League Podcast and all of the details surrounding Tremaine Emory's public resignation from Supreme. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

1h 1m
Sep 06, 2023
BlkPrint Radio: August 30, 2023 (Preview)

It's a very monumental week for The BlkPrint and everyone who's taken this journey with us. Following our first billboard in Times Square for BlkPrint Radio, J5 and Josh Peas give thanks to the Printers and share how they felt seeing themselves in the heart of New York City. There's also plenty of business to attend to as the latest episode of is right around the corner, and what better way to prepare for a Jeezy classic than to debate his entire catalog? Tune in to hear our entire tier list of the Snowman's discography, our favorite moments/records throughout his entire career and more. To hear the entire episode, tap in with us on Patreon! Become a patron at http://patreon.com/blkprint for our entire Amp library as a Printer Tier patron. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ http://patreon.com/blkprint

17m
Sep 01, 2023