Call Out Culture
288 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 92 ratingsCall Out Culture is a podcast about rap music hosted by Alaska, Curly Castro and Zilla Rocca - three long time practitioners and lifetime fans. These dudes know what the hell they are talking about. Every episode is a deep dive into an artist or a concept. With close to 50 years of artistry and 70 years of fandom combined in the three hosts, it is safe to say, that you are going to get perspectives that you will not find in other podcasts about the genre.
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Episodes
Lineage of Greatness: N.O.R.E - Feat. selfsays
March 30, 2021 14:24 - 1 hour - 182 MBThis week we are joined by selfsays to talk about the legendary career of N.O.R.E. You can get selfsays' new album Talkin' N Songs here. As always you can get early access to episodes as well as exclusive material by joining our Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
The Curious Case of Canibus feat. Vic Spencer
March 24, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 182 MBThis week we are joined by Vic Spencer to discuss the career of Canibus. For early content and exclusives be sure to sign up for our patreon page. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
We Need to Talk About MC Hammer
March 17, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 200 MBThis week the gang talks about the importance of MC Hammer, one of the genres most overlooked legends. For early access to episodes and exclusive content be sure to join our Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Lineage of Greatness: D'Angelo - Feat. Rah M. Sungee aka Rah the Sun God
March 05, 2021 14:32 - 1 hour - 121 MBThis week we talk about the legacy and music of one of our generations greatest artists D'Angelo and we are joined by Rah M. Sungee aka Rah the Sun God who was Lauryn Hill's bandleader from 2009-2011. As always you can get this episode early as well as additional content via our Patreon page. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Megalithic Monuments: Smif-n-Wessun's Dah Shinin'
February 25, 2021 16:19 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBThis week we discuss the epic album from Bootcamp Clik affiliates Smif-n-Wessun. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
The Worst Era of Rap feat. Infinity Knives and Brian Ennals
February 19, 2021 02:44 - 1 hour - 102 MBThis week we discuss the worst era(s) in rap music history and we are joined by Infinity Knives and Brian Ennals. You can get their amazing album Rhino XXL here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Rap Half-Life feat. Marq Spekt
February 11, 2021 18:01 - 1 hour - 116 MBThis week we discuss why rappers fall off as they get older. We are joined by the legendary Marq Spekt! You can find Marq's music here. Join our Patreon for more of our conversation with Marq. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Best Rap Duets Feat. Stan Ipcus
February 05, 2021 16:23 - 1 hour - 118 MBThis week we discuss our favorite rap duets with MC, producer, journalist and children's book author Stan Ipcus. You can find Stan's new album here and order his children's book here. You can join our patreon here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Scorcese Memorial Feat. Alex Ludovico and Jason Griff
January 29, 2021 19:05 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis week we are joined by Alex Ludovico and Jason Griff to talk about Scorcese who tragically passed away. If you have the means please donate to his families Go Fund Me page. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
MF Doom Eulogy Roundtable Feat. Blockhead, Cryptic One, Doof, PremRock
January 21, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBThis week we are joined by Blockhead, Cryptic One, Doof and PremRock to discuss the importance and impact of MF Doom. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Best Beats for Freestyling feat. Fatboi Sharif and Roper Williams
January 21, 2021 16:13 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBThis week we are joined by Fatboi Sharif and Roper Williams to discuss the best beats to freestyle to which was inspired by this Nicholas Craven Tweet. We also discuss their amazing new records Gandhi Loves Children which you can find here: https://fatboisharif.bandcamp.com/album/gandhi-loves-children Be sure to join our patreon as well for early access to episodes as well as exclusive content and private episodes! https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast --- Support this podcast:...
Call Out Cult Classics 2020
January 06, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBThis week we discuss some of our favorite under the radar projects and artists from 2020. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Live from the Liner Notes: BRASS - Feat. Moor Mother and Billy Woods
December 30, 2020 16:05 - 1 hour - 97.4 MBThis week we are joined by Moor Mother and Billy Woods to discuss their excellent album BRASS which can be found here: https://moormother.bandcamp.com/album/brass and https://backwoodzstudioz.com/product/moor-mother-billy-woods-brass-digital/. Don't forget to join that Call Out Culture Patreon page as well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Lineage of Greatness: Mary J. Blige - Feat. Chanel Ali
December 22, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBThis week we talk about the queen of hip hop soul Mary J Blige with our special guest comedian Chanel Ali! You can find Chanel on twitter and listen to her comedy here. Also be sure to join our patreon! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Skating, Shroomz and Beat Machines w/ DOOF
December 16, 2020 19:03 - 58 minutes - 54 MBThis week we are joined by DOOF to talk Skating, Shroomz and Beat Machines. You can find DOOF's music here and follow him on twitter here. Don't forget to subscribe to our patreon https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Lineage of Greatness: Aesop Rock - Feat. Premrock
December 10, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBThis week we are joined by Premrock for a discussion about the greatness of Aesop Rock. For exclusive content and early releases please join our patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Rammellzee, Rasheed Wallace & Tity Boi feat. Moor Mother
December 03, 2020 13:39 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBThis week we are joined by the amazing Moor Mother for a wide ranging discussion covering topics as diverse as Rammellzee, Rasheed Wallace and 2 Chainz aka Tity Boi. As always for bonus content and early drops subscribe to our Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Live from the Liner Notes: Midnight Sons feat. Chong Wizard
November 20, 2020 13:42 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBThis week we discuss Midnight Sons, the amazing new album from COC co-host Zilla Rocca and producer extraordinaire Chong Wizard. You can get your Midnight Sons album and merch here: https://chongwizard.bandcamp.com/album/midnight-sons If you like COC and want additional content, early drops, exclusive COC Patreon only meet-ups, then go on to our Patreon page and sign up! https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/call...
Beginning of Greatness w/ Theravada
November 13, 2020 16:03 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBThis week we are joined by Queens/Long Island MC Theravada. You can find his works here and here. Don't forget to subscribe to the patreon for additional content. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
We Need to Talk About Busta Rhymes feat. Defcee
November 06, 2020 17:48 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBThis week Busta Rhymes dropped the excellent ELE 2, so we thought what better way to celebrate than with a WNTTA Busta Rhymes. Defcee, an excellent MC in his own right has just dropped the stunning Throne for Loops ep grab a copy. If you are so inclined, Call Out Culture just launched a new patreon page! https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Ninja Scroll, Flatlinaz & One Man Gang w/ Open Mike Eagle (Anime, Trauma, & Divorce Included)
October 29, 2020 04:22 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBThis week we are joined by Open Mike Eagle whose new album Anime, Trauma and Divorce is out now. https://openmikeeagle.bandcamp.com/album/anime-trauma-and-divorce Additionally, we just launched a new Patreon, which included access to extra footage of OME. Support the crew! https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Indie Hustle with special guests Blueprint and Illogic from the Super Duty Tough Work Podcast
October 22, 2020 01:48 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBThis week we are joined by our friends Blueprint and Illogic from the Super Duty Tough Work Podcast. This week Blueprint dropped his 4th book 10 Traits of Successful Hip Hop Artists and Illogic dropped his new album Autopilot. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Megalithic Monuments: Souls of Mischief's 93 Til Infinity with Special Guest Tajai
October 15, 2020 02:22 - 2 hours - 141 MBThis week we discuss the landmark album 93 Til Infinity by Souls of Mischief and talk with group member Tajai. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Live from the Liner Notes: Griff/Scorcese - Midnight Express
October 07, 2020 17:14 - 2 hours - 111 MBThis week we are joined by Griff/Scorcese to talk about their amazing new album Midnight Express which you can purchase here: https://griffscorcese.bandcamp.com/album/midnight-express --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Live from the Liner Notes: Cargo Cults - Nihilist Millennial
October 03, 2020 04:46 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBThis week the gang talks about Cargo Cults, the new group that features Zilla Rocca on production and Alaska on vocals, their new album Nihilist Millennial is out now: https://wreckingcrew.bandcamp.com/album/nihilist-millennial --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Listener Mailbag Part 2
September 25, 2020 14:46 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBPart two of our listener mailbag. In this episode we discuss the rap characteristics of the 5 boros, the allure of Mach Hommy, bitcoin vs. Griselda Physicals as an investment, going DIY vs. signing to a label, favorite 80s rap album, favorite non-hip hop album, and favorite Aesop Rock album. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Listener Mailbag Part 1
September 23, 2020 14:41 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBThis week we reached out to our listeners for mailbag questions. We received so many that we needed to break this into a two parter. We plan to drop part 2 on Friday. In Part 1 we discuss redrafting the Wu-Tang Clan and Def Jux rosters, the biggest rap "what ifs", God Father Don, Onry Ozzborn, top 5 indie rappers MCs vs. Mainstream. Additionally we share a snippet of Joe MacMIllan, a new song from the forthcoming Cargo Cults album which drops on 10.2. You can preorder CDs and Merch here:...
Zilla and Alaska are Hanging Out
September 18, 2020 03:16 - 1 hour - 85.4 MBCastro took a much deserved rest this weeks so Zilla and Alaska decided to wing it. The conversation lead to a meandering discussion on indie rock, 90s rap, HBO's Bored to Death and Covid Jams. Additionally they leak a snippet of Great Rap Duo from their forth coming album Nihilist Millennial which can be pre-ordered here: https://wreckingcrew.bandcamp.com/album/nihilist-millennial --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Ignorant Rap Appreciation Society feat. Blockhead
September 09, 2020 20:38 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBThis week we are joined by our friend Blockhead who you may know as the super producer who has worked with the likes of himself, Aesop, Billy Woods, Hangar 18 and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Dispelling the Myth of So-Called Safe/PC Rap
September 04, 2020 04:31 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBThis week we talk about the hypocrisy of so-called safe/PC rap. We also premiered a new song from Cargo Cults (Zilla and Alaska) forth coming album Nihilist Millennial which can be pre-ordered here: https://wreckingcrew.bandcamp.com/album/nihilist-millennial --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Live from the Liner Notes: An Unknown Infinite by Amani + King Vision Ultra feat. Scorcese
August 28, 2020 13:56 - 2 hours - 114 MBThis week we are joined by Amani and King Vision Ultra aka Geng PTP to discuss their stunning new album An Unknown Infinite. You can get the album here: https://purpletapepedigree.bandcamp.com/album/an-unknown-infinite --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Cappadonna and Hip Hop Eccentrics
August 20, 2020 12:44 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBThis week we discuss the greatness of the oft misunderstood Cappadonna and then dig deeper into some of our favorite hip hop eccentrics like N.O.R.E., Pan Amsterdam, Phil Da Agony, Thirstin Howl the 3rd, Windnbreeze and DaWeirdo. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
The Wee Bee Foolish Interview
August 15, 2020 02:52 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBThis week Castro and Alaska are joined by Brooklyn hip hop group Wee Bee Foolish and we talk about their storied career as legends of the late 90s early 2000s indie hip hop scene. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Lineage of Greatness: Raekwon - Feat. Scorcese
August 05, 2020 03:13 - 2 hours - 111 MBThis week we are joined by friend of the podcast Scorcese to discuss the legend Raekwon the Chef. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Live from the Liner Notes: Bluu Edwards Feat. Small Pro and iAlive
July 31, 2020 00:52 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis week we talk about Castro's new project with Small Professor Bluu Edwards. We are joined by Small Pro and iAlive who mixed the album. You can get Bluu Edwards here: https://wreckingcrew.bandcamp.com/album/bluu-edwards --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
We Need to Talk About Vordul Mega feat. Cryptic One and Geng PTP
July 17, 2020 03:12 - 1 hour - 108 MBThis week we are joined by former Atoms Family members Cryptic One and Geng PTP to discuss the lyrical and stylistic wizardry of Vordul Mega. Music used in this episode includes: Not for Promotional Use: https://weareatoms.bandcamp.com/track/not-for-promotional-use Let Me Atom: https://weareatoms.bandcamp.com/track/lemmie-atom Battle of Asgard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-zoccgHSyk Small Sample of the Sperm (Never before released) Scream Phoenix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmtrr6m...
Hip Hop Movies feat: the Zebras in America Podcast
July 10, 2020 15:10 - 1 hour - 85 MBThis week we talk about hip hop movies with Marcus Pinn and Scott Thorough who are the hosts of the wildly enjoyable movie podcast Zebras in America. You can find their podcast at the following locations: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/zebras-in-america/id1220264878 https://twitter.com/ZebrasPod Follow Marcus here: http://www.pinnlandempire.com/ https://twitter.com/PINNLAND_EMPIRE Follow Scott here: https://scottthorough.bandcamp.com/ https://uddtba.bandcamp.com/album/losing...
Rawkus Vs. Def Jux
July 02, 2020 05:45 - 2 hours - 111 MBThis week we celebrate our 50th episode with a marathon session comparing the late 90s/2000s powerhouse indie labels Rawkus and Def Jux. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Lineage of Greatness: Prodigy - Feat. Geng PTP
June 25, 2020 14:13 - 2 hours - 129 MBThis week we discuss the greatness of Mobb Deep/Queens legend Prodigy and we are joined by our friend Geng PTP. You can follow Geng here: https://twitter.com/PURPICIDE And find his music here: https://purpletapepedigree.bandcamp.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Call Out Culture: Megalithic Monuments - Organized Konfusion's Stress: The Extinction Agenda
June 18, 2020 16:11 - 2 hours - 120 MBThis week we are joined by friends of the podcast Skech185 and John Morrison to discuss the monumental album STRESS: The Extinction Agenda from Organized Konfusion. Check out this amazing article about the making of Stress here: http://web.archive.org/web/20150922175231/http://nahright.com/news/the-making-of-stress-the-extinction-agenda-with-organized-konfusion/ And the great Microchop piece on Paul C https://medium.com/micro-chop/paul-c-mckasty-the-legend-the-tragedy-the-story-of-an-er...
Live from the Liner Notes: Armand Hammer's Shrines with special guests Armand Hammer
June 09, 2020 14:14 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBArmand Hammer (Billy Woods and Elucid) join us to discuss their monumental new album Shrines. You can listen to and purchase Shrines here: https://armandhammer.bandcamp.com/album/shrines --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
We Need to Talk About the Police feat Blueprint
June 01, 2020 22:57 - 2 hours - 119 MBThis past Saturday we sat down with our friend Blueprint to discuss the fall out from the murder of George Floyd. Harvard Business Review: Organizational Reasons Police Depts. Don't Change: https://hbr.org/2016/08/the-organizational-reasons-police-departments-dont-change Combat Jack and Corey Pegues: https://soundcloud.com/thecombatjackshow/once-a-cop-the-return-of-corey-pegues --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
We Need to Talk About the Police
June 01, 2020 22:57 - 2 hours - 148 MBThis past Saturday we sat down with our friend Blueprint to discuss the fall out from the murder of George Floyd. Harvard Business Review: Organizational Reasons Police Depts. Don't Change: https://hbr.org/2016/08/the-organizational-reasons-police-departments-dont-change Combat Jack and Corey Pegues: https://soundcloud.com/thecombatjackshow/once-a-cop-the-return-of-corey-pegues --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/calloutculture/support
We Need to Talk About Griselda feat. Wrecking Crew (Premrock and Small Pro)
May 29, 2020 12:44 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBThis week the gang talks about the Buffalo NY supergroup Griselda (Westside Gunn, Benny the Butcher and Conway the Machine). They are joined by Premrock and Small Pro who along with Castro and Zilla are collectively known as Wrecking Crew. Alaska was busy being a nerd and taking summer courses so he sat this one out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Megalithic Monuments: Company Flow's Funcrusher Plus w/ Special Guest Myke C Town
May 21, 2020 12:43 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis week we launch a new concept for the podcast, the Megalithic Monuments, these are the albums that changed the way we view everything. It is only right that the first album we feature is Company Flow's Funcrusher Plus. This week we are joined from our friend and your's Myke C Town from the Dead End Hip Hop podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Lineage of Greatness: Ghostface Killah
May 14, 2020 04:27 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBThis week we discuss the greatest rapper of all-time, Ghostface Killah. Also we started our own twitter feed https://twitter.com/CallOutCultPod. Follow us. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Concept Albums feat. Mr. Lif
May 08, 2020 02:13 - 1 hour - 77 MBThis week we are joined by legendary MC Mr. Lif and we discuss concept albums. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Call Out Culture vs. Dad Bod Rap Pod - The Takeoff Part 2
May 01, 2020 13:11 - 1 hour - 79.2 MBThis week marks part two of our first ever crossover episode with our good friends at the Dad Bod Rap Pod. It is a battle royale of spicy rap takes and feelings will be hurt! You can find part one on always amazing Dad Bod Rap Pod. Be sure to subscribe to the Dad Bod feed as well. You can follow Dad Bod on Twitter. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Live from the Liner Notes: Rowhouse Whispers feat. Ray West
April 23, 2020 16:29 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBThis week Ray West joins us to discuss his new project with our very own Zilla Rocca. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support
Bonus Episode: Call Out Culture Roundtable pt. 2
April 20, 2020 12:38 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBPart two of a two part roundtable episode with our folks Scorsese, Geng, Roy C, GBattle, Alex Ludovico and Wally Clark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calloutculture/support