They Reminisce Over You
100 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsA podcast that celebrates and honors the best in music, movies, and TV from the past. Hosted by knowledgeable and passionate fans of the genres, Christina and Miguel delve into the careers and legacies of some of the biggest names in hip hop, R&B, and pop culture. From discussing the groundbreaking music of Missy Elliott and Mary J. Blige, to exploring the iconic moments in TV and film, like the chaos at the '95 Source Awards, T.R.O.Y. has something for everyone. So join us as we reminisce over the artists, movies, and TV shows that have shaped our lives and continue to influence popular culture today. Don’t forget to rate and follow T.R.O.Y. on your favorite podcast service.
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Jeffrey Wright: This is Egyptian Cotton...
July 12, 2024 19:33 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MBIn this episode we're discussing an actor who you may know from television shows like Boardwalk Empire and Westworld, or his film roles in The Hunger Games and James Bond franchises. You may know him from Angels in America, which earned him a Tony award for the Broadway show and an Emmy award for the TV adaptation. He's played historical figures such as Martin Luther King, Jr. and famed blues musician, Muddy Waters. Most recently, he was a Best Actor nominee for his role as Monk in American ...
Teddy Riley: Teddy's Jam 2
June 21, 2024 14:05 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBIn our previous episode, we covered Teddy Riley's influential production career. In this episode, we focus on his journey as a performer, starting from his pioneering new jack swing days with Guy, a brief stop with his brother's group, Wreckx-N-Effect and finally to his Blackstreet era. Teddy's run as both a producer and performer is one that few artists can match. Head over to our website to check out the playlists from these episodes set your day off right. If you enjoy the content that...
Teddy Riley: Teddy's Jam
June 07, 2024 14:00 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBOn this episode, we’re talking about a producer, songwriter, sometime singer and rapper. He’s done songs for Doug E. Fresh & Slick Rick, Heavy D, Kool Moe Dee, Big Daddy Kane, Keith Sweat, Al B. Sure!, Bobby Brown, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson and more. He's done albums for himself as a member of Guy & Blackstreet, and he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame June 15, 2023. He's the King of New Jack Swing, Teddy Riley. His resume is so long that we had to brea...
Heavy D: Nuttin' But Love
May 24, 2024 15:09 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MBOn this episode we’re talking about Mr. Big Stuff, The Heavster, The Overweight Lover, out of Moneyearnin’ Mount Vernon, the diddly, diddly, diddly, diddly, diddly D. One of a small number of people who have done a song with both Michael and Janet Jackson. The man who is pretty much responsible for kicking off Uptown Records, since he was the first act signed to the label, and as an executive at Uptown he's was instrumental in bringing Jodeci, Monifah, Soul For Real and others to the company...
Hey Ladies
May 10, 2024 15:19 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MBIt's been a while since we've dropped an episode about the ladies, so on this one we're talking about 8 of them. Yes, 8. We're diving into the world of R&B with a spotlight on some of our favorite voices. First up, we have the First Ladies of Bad Boy, Total. Kim, Keisha and Pam. Then we're heading north of the border to talk about two vocal powerhouses in Tamia and Deborah Cox. Next up, we're getting into the luscious harmonies of Zhané, and we close out the episode talking about a hidden ge...
OutKast: Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik 30th Anniversary
April 26, 2024 14:00 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBOn this episode, we had a conversation about OutKast’s debut album, Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik. This is an album that helped redefine the sound and identity of Southern hip hop, and played a significant role in introducing the world to the unique sound and culture of the “Dirty South.” This album laid the foundation for OutKast's legendary career and established them as one of the most innovative and influential hip hop acts of all time. When you're done with this episode, if you hav...
New Edition: Boys To Men
April 12, 2024 15:33 - 52 minutes - 72.6 MBOn this episode, we are having a conversation about the 40+ year career of one of the greatest R&B groups of all time, and the inspiration for all of the boy bands that followed their blueprint. From direct descendants like New Kids On The Block and Boyz II Men, to current day acts like BTS, New Edition is “where it all started.” We talked about the early discography, Bobby Brown leaving the group after their 3rd album, the addition of Johnny Gill for the Heart Break album and the solo wor...
Usher: Confessions 20th Anniversary
March 22, 2024 18:03 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBOn this episode, we are having a conversation about Usher's 2004 album, Confessions. It's been 20 years since its original release, so we're discussing the impact of the album, how it dominated the Billboard charts, as well as some of the misconceptions about the content. We got into Confessions a little bit in July 2021 in our Usher episode, but figured that we'd run it back and get a little deeper into it for the anniversary. 20 years, man. Time flies. If you enjoy the content that we're ...
A Tribe Called Quest: Electric Relaxation
March 08, 2024 15:00 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBOn this episode, we're having a conversation about one of our favorite groups, one of the greatest hip hop groups of all time, A Tribe Called Quest. Join us as we discuss their body of work and their legacy. Head over to our website, troypodcast.com to check out footnotes, a playlist and a transcript for this episode. While you're here, make sure to vote for A Tribe Called Quest for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! If you enjoy the content that we're making and you're looking for ways to supp...
Introducing: Queue Points Podcast
December 22, 2023 15:01 - 41 minutes - 56.7 MBThey Reminisce Over You will be back with new episodes Spring 2024, but in the meantime, we wanted to share with you an episode of a show that we love, Queue Points, hosted by the homies Jay Ray & DJ Sir Daniel. We did an episode of Queue Points last year, and they were on our show earlier this year, so go back and check those out if you haven't already! If you enjoy the content that we're making and you're looking for ways to support our independent podcast, here’s a little something that...
Christmas Rappin'
December 01, 2023 15:00 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MBSo, we've reached that time of year that no matter where you are, in a mall, grocery store, movie theater, watching TV and hearing a commercial, Christmas music is everywhere. So, it is officially holiday music season. So, that's what we're gonna be talking about on this episode. We're talking about Christmas songs and the ones we like, the ones we don't like, why some of us hate Christmas music, why some of us love Christmas music. If you enjoy the content that we're making and you're loo...
This Is The Remix
November 17, 2023 15:00 - 50 minutes - 69 MBThis week we are talking about something that we've mentioned on this pod a lot. How many times have we talked about a song that we love that wasn't the original, it wasn't on the album, but it was on the cassette or the CD single? Or sometimes it was a music video. Yeah, it was similar, but there were some differences that made it stand out, and most cases made it better. So, for this episode, we're talking about the remix. We're gonna talk about some of our favorites, some we don't like as...
Giancarlo Esposito: Hey Sal, How Come You Ain’t Got No Brothas Up On The Wall?
November 03, 2023 14:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBOn this episode, we're talking about a man whose career spans decades. A versatile actor who has the range to play a menacing drug kingpin as well as a talking mirror. He's probably best known for his role as Gus Fring on Breaking Bad & Better Call Saul. You may also know him as Buggin' Out from Do the Right Thing or more recently, Moff Gideon in The Mandalorian. Join us as we're talking about a few of our favorite performances by Giancarlo Esposito. If you enjoy the content that we're mak...
Trackmasters: Respect
October 20, 2023 15:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBThis week we’re talking about a production team that had a major influence on a time in hip hop that we spoke about in the last episode, the so-called “jiggy, shiny suit, bling bling era.” Even though they had been around since 1990 doing tracks for act like Chubb Rock, Kool G. Rap, Big Daddy Kane, Roxanne Shante and The Real Roxanne, 1994 is when they really started to shine. Making albums and tracks for LL Cool J, Nas, Foxy Brown, Jay-Z, J. Lo, Will Smith, 50 Cent. You can arguably sa...
73 'til Infinity - Part 2: A #HipHop50 Conversation
September 08, 2023 14:00 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBA couple weeks ago we did an episode dedicated to the first 50 years of hip hop. There was a lot to go over and a lot to cover, so we had to break it up into two episodes. We're only gonna get about 8% of it. But we are back on this episode to pick up where we left off. We finished up the last episode talking about the Golden Era, and on this episode we're gonna start with what is known as the Bling Bling Era through current day hip hop. If you enjoy the content that we're making and you're...
Ms. Lauryn Hill: The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill 25th Anniversary
August 25, 2023 14:00 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MBThis week, we're discussing the 25th anniversary of Lauryn Hill's solo debut album, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. This classic album was released on August 25, 1998, and features a number of standout tracks like "Doo Wop (That Thing)," "Ex-Factor," "Lost Ones," "To Zion" and more. She won five Grammy's for this album, making her the first woman to win five or more in one night, including the Grammy for Album of the Year. This was also the first hip hop album to win Album of the Year. We e...
73 'til Infinity - Part 1: A #HipHop50 Conversation
August 11, 2023 14:15 - 44 minutes - 61 MBOn this episode, we are discussing something that's been a part of our lives as far back as we both can remember. It's influenced the way we dress, the way we talk, the music we listen to. It's what makes us who we are. In 2023, we're celebrating 50 years of this culture that we call hip hop. We were originally gonna do just one episode, but realized that this conversation might take a little longer than usual, so part 2 will be dropping in a few weeks. If you enjoy the content that we're m...
SWV: Right Here
July 28, 2023 14:00 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MBOn this episode, we are talking about an R&B trio from New York City. Peers and contemporaries of groups like Xscape, Jade, Total, Destiny's Child, 702. You know, all the ’90’s girls. One of the biggest selling girl groups of all time, and that's globally. They've sold 30 million records. We're talking about Taj, Lelee, and Coko and her long ass nails, Sisters With Voices, SWV. We discuss their albums, our favorite songs and some of the things that they've been involved outside of music. 90'...
In Living Color: Homey Don't Play That!
June 30, 2023 14:34 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBOn this episode, we are going to talk about a TV show that ran for five seasons on Fox from 1990 to 1994. Created by Keenen Ivory Wayans, it launched the careers of some of the biggest names in show business like Jennifer Lopez, Jim Carrey, Jamie Foxx, Shawn and Marlon Wayans, Rosie Perez and more. It was a sketch comedy unlike anything that had come before it and haven't seen since. We're discussing how the show is rooted in such works as Hollywood Shuffle, I'm Gonna Git' You Sucka, and Edd...
Tony! Toni! Toné!: Feels Good
June 16, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBOn this episode, we are talking about one of the greatest groups of '90s R&B, actually '90s music in general. They brought you songs like "The Blues," "Feels Good," "Whatever You Want," "Anniversary," "Let's Get Down. " All the jams that you know and love. From Oakland, California. Tony! Toni! Toné! We get into our favorite songs from their albums, Raphael Saadiq's solo albums and some of the songs for other artists that they've had a hand in. After listening to the episode, head over to tr...
The Many Faces Of Steven Yeun
June 02, 2023 14:00 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBOn this episode we're gonna talk about an actor who got his big break playing a “plucky pizza delivery guy” turned badass survivalist in The Walking Dead for six long seasons. He then went on to play a wide range of characters in critically acclaimed movies such as Nope and Minari. The latter, which he was also an executive producer and earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor, which also made him the first Asian American to do so. If you haven't put the pieces together, we're t...
What You Say About My Mama?: Menace II Society 30th Anniversary
May 19, 2023 18:15 - 37 minutes - 51 MBThis week we are discussing the debut film from The Hughes Brothers, Menace II Society. We briefly mentioned the movie in our Larenz Tate episode (also named What You Say About My Mama?), so we decided to drop our thoughts on the cast, our favorite scenes, and whether or not it holds up today. May 26th will mark the 30th anniversary of its release in 1993, so why not take a look back at one of our faves? When you're done with the episode, head over to troypodcast.com for a playlist and lin...
Classic Material: A #HipHop50 Conversation With B. Cox Of The Vault
April 07, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 83.3 MB2023 marks the 50 year anniversary of what is widely accepted and agreed upon as the birth of hip hop, August 11, 1973. We are celebrating those 50 years with a series of conversations with some our favorite podcast hosts. With hip hop being the most influential and dominant musical genre of the past two decades or so, we believe it's important to reflect on its rich history and evolution. Throughout this series, we will be joined by guests who will share their thoughts and experiences. From...
New Hip Hop For Old Heads
March 24, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBThis week, we're revisiting a theme that we explored in episode 43, "New R&B For Old Heads," but this time, we're shifting our focus to hip hop. For almost two decades, people have been claiming that hip hop is dead, but like with R&B, we don't agree. In fact, we think there are a lot of new artists who are pushing the genre forward and keeping it fresh. So, in this episode, we're going to introduce you to some of our favorite current hip hop artists who are making waves in the industry. We...
TLC: What About Your Friends?
March 10, 2023 15:00 - 42 minutes - 59 MBThis week, we'll be taking a trip down memory lane and revisiting one of the most iconic girl groups of all time - TLC. In this episode, we'll explore the group's journey to fame, starting with their debut album "Ooooooohhh... On the TLC Tip." We'll then dive into their second album "CrazySexyCool," which sold over 10 million copies in the US alone and included hits like "Creep," "Waterfalls," and "Red Light Special." We'll also discuss their third album "FanMail," which featured the hits "N...
Naughty By Nature: Hip Hop Hooray
February 24, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MBOn this episode, we're diving into the world of one of the most legendary hip-hop groups ever: Naughty By Nature. Formed in East Orange, New Jersey in the late 1980s, the trio of Treach, Vin Rock, and DJ Kay Gee came onto the scene as The New Style with their debut album, "Independent Leaders," in 1989. With their high-energy performances and infectious production, Naughty By Nature quickly became one of the most popular acts not only in hip hop, but pop music as well. Hit singles like "O.P...
A #HipHop50 Conversation With Queue Points Podcast
February 10, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 86.6 MB2023 marks the 50 year anniversary of what is widely accepted and agreed upon as the birth of hip hop, August 11, 1973. We are celebrating those 50 years with a series of conversations with some our favorite podcasts. With hip hop being the most influential and dominant musical genre of the past two decades or so, we believe it's important to reflect on its rich history and evolution. Throughout this series, we will be joined by guests who will share their thoughts and experiences. From thei...
Morris Chestnut: Ricky!!!
January 27, 2023 14:00 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MBThis week we're discussing Morris Chestnut. One of the most popular Black actors of the past 30 or so years, you know him from such movies like Boyz n the Hood, Two Can Play That Game, The Brothers and The Best Man as well as his roles on hit TV shows like Nurse Jackie, The Resident and most recently, The Best Man: The Final Chapters. This man is always on our screens, so we decided to talk about some of our favorite moments from his career. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some o...
B-Side: SZA
December 30, 2022 14:00 - 11 minutes - 15.5 MBWhen we recorded our "New R&B For Old Heads" episode, SZA's SOS album release date hadn't been announced yet. Ironically, it came out on the same day that we released the episode. So, we had to go back in and record this B-Side the next day with some new information that had been presented to us via the album. Christina gives us what might be a controversial take by comparing SZA to an R&B legend, and we get into the musical parallels of the two artists. Head over to troypodcast.com for lin...
Dr. Dre: The Chronic 30th Anniversary
December 15, 2022 14:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MBThis week, we're discussing the 30th anniversary of Dr. Dre's groundbreaking solo debut album, The Chronic. This classic album, which was released on December 15, 1992, features a number of notable, but then unknown artists, including Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg, and Warren G. In this episode, we will explore the making of The Chronic and its lasting impact on the world of hip-hop. We will also discuss how Dre's work with The World Class Wreckin' Cru and N.W.A. laid the foundation for the sound an...
New R&B For Old Heads
December 09, 2022 15:00 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBThis week, we're discussing a topic that gets brought up on social media whenever a publication or random celebrity is looking for clicks (we see you, Diddy.) Is R&B dead? We don't think so, and we're here to talk to you about a few artists that we enjoy. Also, we take a crack at deciphering SZA lyrics and Miguel explains how any issues with current day R&B can be traced back to Gen-X. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode. Also, fol...
B-Side: Flatbush Misdemeanors
November 25, 2022 14:00 - 8 minutes - 11.3 MBOn this B-Side episode we're discussing the Showtime comedy Flatbush Misdemeanors. We found out the show was cancelled the same day that we recorded this, but decided to go ahead with it anyway since it's still worth reviewing (for us) and streaming (if you haven't already) on demand. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode. Also, follow us on the 'gram & the bird, @TROYPodcast for updates! We've started a monthly newsletter called "L...
Omar Epps: You Got The Juice Now
November 11, 2022 15:00 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBOn this episode, we're talking about an actor who has been in the game for 30 years now. He debuted as a high school student/DJ, Q in Juice in 1992, and he has been working consistently been working in movies and television every year since. We discuss some of our favorite roles of his and wonder what ever happened to that rap album that he was promoting back in the day. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode and an Omar Epps themed p...
The Arsenio Hall Show: Let's Get Busy!
October 28, 2022 18:15 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBOn this episode, we're talking about a show that was extremely pivotal to Hip Hop becoming mainstream. This show brought Black culture into living rooms all across North America on a nightly basis, at a time when pretty much no one else was doing it, and it was done in a way that wasn't sugar coated or watered down. The Arsenio Hall Show was the first late night show that was truly for us. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode and an...
B-Side: Lisa Stansfield
October 21, 2022 13:00 - 9 minutes - 13.3 MBOn this B-Side episode we're discussing Lisa Stansfield's 1989 hit "All Around the World." We break down the lyrics and talk about what's REALLY going on in the song. We also talk about how the song gets taken to another level when the legendary Barry White adds his touch to the remix. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode. Also, follow us on the 'gram & the bird, @TROYPodcast for updates! We've started a monthly newsletter called ...
Jodeci: Don't Talk, Just Listen
October 14, 2022 13:00 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MBWe've talked about doing this episode for a while now, we've even mentioned doing it on the show at least 3 times, but it's finally here. We're talking about the bad boys of R&B, none other than Jodeci. This is one of our favorite groups, so this was a must do episode, even if it took us 2 years to finally do it.We discuss their early days as gospel artists, the writing, production and backing vocals that they did for people like Tevin Campbell, Al B. Sure! and Ralph Tresvant before Forever ...
LL Cool J: Don't Call It A Comeback
September 30, 2022 15:03 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MBOn this episode, we're talking about the career of hip hop legend, LL Cool J. We take a run through his discography, discussing the highs and lows, our favorite tracks and Miguel explains why LL is still the G.O.A.T., even if you don't think so. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode and an LL Cool J playlist that we put together for your listening pleasure. Also, follow us on the 'gram & the bird, @TROYPodcast for updates! If you en...
B-Side: Mariah Carey
September 23, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MBOn this B-Side episode, we're talking about some of our favorite Mariah Carey moments that didn't quite fit in with the Butterfly album discussion that we had in the last pod. We talk about Mariah's Oprah appearance in '99, with Da Brat & Missy Elliott, some of our favorite catchphrases, and why Mariah isn't a diva, she's just funny. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode and a Mariah Carey playlist that we put together for your liste...
Mariah Carey: Butterfly 25
September 16, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBThis week we are discussing the 25th anniversary of Mariah Carey's landmark album, Butterfly. We touch on some of the hits from her first 4 albums, and talk about how this album helped shift her image into the Mariah that we know today. By the end of the episode, Miguel contemplates joining the Lambily. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode and a Mariah Carey playlist that we put together for your listening pleasure. Also, follow us ...
Can We Talk? Where The F**k Is Tevin Campbell? (Remix)
September 09, 2022 14:30 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MBOriginally released in January 2021, here’s another episode that we’ve taken from the vault and remixed. Check out this conversation that we had about a true legend, Tevin Campbell. We discussed our favorite moments from his career, the songs that we loved, and wonder how he's been able to keep such a low profile in this day and age. Miguel compares Tevin to another R&B legend, (that Tevin himself confirmed in our IG comments) and Christina tells us about her days as video girl in Vancouver....
Summer, Summer, Summertime
June 17, 2022 13:00 - 2 minutes - 1.76 MBTime to sit back and unwind... Hey y'all, Just dropping in to let you know that we're taking a break for the summer, we're gonna go outside and play for a bit. Don't worry, we'll still be around on social, so feel free to hit us up either on the bird @TROYpodcast or on the 'gram @troypodcast, we'll still be active on both. Also, head over to our website, troypodcast.com to check out any of our past episodes that you may have missed. There are some gems in there ready to be heard. If you've...
Teedra Moses: Daddy, I'm Too Cute To Fight...(Remix)
June 03, 2022 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MBThis episode was originally released January 2021. It was our first episode, back when we had very little knowledge of what we were doing in terms of audio production. Like Teedra, we think that this episode needs a little more love, so we've cleaned up the audio (as best as we could, it was a mess, lol) and we're putting it back out on the streets today, remixed. Check it out if you haven't heard the original. We're discussing 2004's Complex Simplicity by Teedra Moses. We talk about our fav...
Rewind
May 20, 2022 16:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBThis week, we're looking back at some of our favorite moments from the show. Join us as we reminisce (pun intended) about what made us laugh while making these episodes. If you're new to the pod, this is a great way to sample the back catalog, and for our long time listeners take a listen to see if some of your favorite moments are here. We'll be listening to clips from the episodes where we talked about: Tevin Campbell, The 1995 Source Awards, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott and more! Head ove...
Bonus: Don Cheadle...It's The Real Thing
May 06, 2022 16:00 - 7 minutes - 4.84 MBWhile we were updating troypodcast.com for this week's episode, I spotted something on Don Cheadle's IMDb that I had missed in all the times I had gone to it previously. I noticed that one of the listings said background dancer in Angela Winbush's "It's The Real Thing" video. After watching the first minute or so, I knew that this was something that we needed to watch as a family and discuss. So, at 1:45 of this episode, click this link and you can watch along with us as we check it out in...
Don Cheadle: The Original Kung Fu Kenny
May 06, 2022 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBThis week, we’re talking about someone who’s been in the game for almost 40 years, playing a wide variety of characters. Gang bangers, a Wall Street stockbroker, astronaut, munitions expert. Real life characters like Miles Davis and Sammy Davis Jr. Comic book action hero in the Marvel movies. We're talking about the OG Kung Fu Kenny, Don Cheadle. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode. Don't forget to rate us five stars, and follow ...
Sandra Oh: Double Happiness
April 22, 2022 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBOn this episode we’re going to talk about Jade Li, Eve Polastri, Dr. Christina Yang, and more! That's right, we're discussing the career of Sandra Oh. From her early work in Double Happiness and Arli$$, to her more recent work in Killing Eve and The Chair. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode. Don't forget to rate us five stars, and follow us on your podcast service of choice. Don't forget to follow us on the 'gram @TROYPodcast &...
Hey Mr. DJ: A Conversation With DJ BenHaMeen of For All Nerds
April 08, 2022 13:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBThis week we're joined by DJ BenHaMeen. He’s a podcaster, television writer, author and Wakanda's favorite DJ. You may know him from his many shows under the For All Nerds umbrella, For All Nerds Show, Castle Black (Game Of Thrones), Safe Negro Pod (Lovecraft Country) and Views From The 616 (MCU). Or you may know him as a member of The Combat Jack Show. We discussed what it was like growing up in Houston in the '80s & '90s, how he sharpened his DJ skills at Howard University, writing for t...
Like This And Like That
March 25, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBWe're discussing some of our favorite cover songs again! If you missed the first time we did it, you can check out episode 23, "You Can Get With This, Or You Can Get With That," where we talked about songs from Snoop Dogg, Rihanna, K-Ci Hailey and more. This time around, we’re running through some more classics, so join us as we listen to a few. Afterwards, hit us up on social media and let us know which ones you prefer! For the best experience, listen to this episode in the Spotify app b...
Where My Girls At?
March 11, 2022 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBSince we talked about our favorite male R&B groups of the '90s in the last episode, you know we had to do one for the ladies. We're talking about TLC, En Vogue, SWV and even some of the lesser known acts like Nuttin' Nyce and Sudden Change. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode, and check out our playlist for this episode here: Where My Girls At? Don't forget to rate us five stars, and follow us on your podcast service of choice. D...
Nayhoo
February 25, 2022 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBThis week we're discussing 1990's male R&B groups. The greats, the duds and everything in between, such as Boyz II Men, Jodeci, Dru Hill, Playa and more. Why did we name this episode Nayhoo? Pull up "Can You Stand The Rain?" by New Edition, fast forward to :18 and listen to Johnny Gill set up the the next decade of R&B music with one phrase. Head over to troypodcast.com for links to some of the things that we referenced in this episode, and check out our playlist as well. Don't forget t...