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Show # 255 - We can Breath...Or, Can We?
Illastr8 Radio Show - April 21, 2021 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThe ladies took a turn this week and discussed their feelings on the groundbreaking verdict that at one point set the world ablaze! It has taken almost a year and the collapse of a nation, but on Tuesday, April 20 around 5:05 pm EST, a jury has convicted former Minneapolis police officer Derek C...
Show # 254 - Give It Up
Illastr8 Radio Show - April 14, 2021 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe had to "give it up" to some folks that most certainly needed it this week. First off, DMX - R.I.P! The passing of DMX this past weekend left the Hip-Hop world in tatters even though we had been preparing for the worse since news of his condition was first reported last week. With all kinds of...
Show #253 - Priorities
Illastr8 Radio Show - April 07, 2021 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThere were some priority situations that needed to be discussed this week! DMX was rushed to hospital on Friday after suffering an overdose. He has battled with drug addiction for most of his life. Since Friday, there have been false reports that the rapper has passed, but DMX is currently alive...
Show # 252 - Above All Else
Illastr8 Radio Show - March 31, 2021 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsAbove all else this week, the trending topics discussed didn't hold back! CBS says Sharon Osbourne will not receive $10 million to exit 'The Talk.' After sources claimed that Sharon Osbourne would be receiving up to $10 million to walk away from The Talk, CBS has released a statement shutting do...
Show # 251 - The Rematch
Illastr8 Radio Show - March 24, 2021 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsMike Tyson and Evander Holyfield step into the ring for a rematch on May 29th after Tyson claimed that terms had been agreed between the two veteran prizefighters. The rematch comes months after Tyson stepped into the ring with Roy Jones Jr. in November. Recently, it was claimed by Holyfield's c...
Show # 250 - Mixed Up
Illastr8 Radio Show - March 17, 2021 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThere were some trending things that needed to be discussed this week that may have had you feeling mixed emotions. Kerrion Franklin, the son of Kirk Franklin, has threatened to release another tape if he is again called a liar by his father. He also accuses his father of battery. Last week, Ker...
Show # 249 - Changing the Approach
Illastr8 Radio Show - March 10, 2021 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe discussed some trending topics this week that 'changed the approach' on what we may have thought. Pop star Lizzo has been looking for a boyfriend - for years. News has learned that the pretty thick singer has finally found one. News has confirmed that Lizzo is currently dating Flint, Michigan...
Show # 248 - Wanting to be Free
Illastr8 Radio Show - February 24, 2021 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThe crew discussed some topics that 'freed' you some people and circumstances. Bobby Shmurda has been released from prison after spending more than six years behind bars. Six years y'all!!! Shmurda served time for conspiracy and weapons possession, authorities said. He pleaded guilty in connecti...
Show # 247 - Boss UP
Illastr8 Radio Show - February 17, 2021 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThe ladies discussed how to make 'Boss' moves with some of the trending topics this week! Rihanna's "Savage X Fenty" Brands are not worth 1 Billion, wow! The Diamonds hitmaker, real name Robyn Rihanna Fenty, recently secured an additional $115 million in a second round of investment funding, wit...
Show #246 - Starting Anew
Illastr8 Radio Show - February 10, 2021 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, the crew discussed some situations that were starting a new chapter. For instance, Shad “Bow Wow” Moss appears to be the latest rapper to turn his attention to wrestling. The entertainment veteran told his Twitter followers that he hopes to one day jump into the squared circle. 2021 h...
Show # 245 - Entrepreneurial Ways
Illastr8 Radio Show - February 03, 2021 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe switched it up slightly this week and dove straight into what's important these days in our society. Entrepreneurship is such an important asset of Black culture with dozens of independent businesses growing organically via social media and by grassroots efforts. We highlighted for this week'...
Show # 244 - A New Day Has Arrived
Illastr8 Radio Show - January 20, 2021 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsToday was the day for the ages! First and foremost, Kamala Devi Harris was sworn in today as the nation’s first female, Black and South Asian American vice president. She took her oath moments before Joe Biden was set to be sworn in as the nation’s 46th president. As a side note, VP Harris will ...
Show # 243 - Enterprising
Illastr8 Radio Show - January 13, 2021 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsSo many 'enterprising' activities happened this week that the crew talked about. William “Rick Ross” Roberts II is the latest rapper to have his own Rap Snacks bag. “The Official Snack of Hip Hop” introduced new Sweet Chilli Lemon Pepper-flavored potato chips as part of a multi-product brand coo...
Show # 242 - Rage Against the Machine
Illastr8 Radio Show - January 06, 2021 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWow!! Today was a day for the history books! The crew unexpectedly had a great, in-depth conversation about the insurrection that happened here in DC at the Capitol! There was a bight spot though! For the "HOT TAKE" this week, we had Michael Mason, more commonly known as Iron Mike. A Texas nativ...
Show # 241 - Undeniable
Illastr8 Radio Show - December 16, 2020 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThere were certainly some undeniable trending moments that occurred to let ya'll know for this week's show! It looks like rappers, Too Short and E-40 will face off in the last ‘Verzuz’ of 2020. Fans were disappointed this weekend when Ashanti and Keyshia Cole’s battle was canceled due to Ashant...
Show # 240 - Only Fans Can Apprecate
Illastr8 Radio Show - December 09, 2020 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe touched this week on some things that only fans can appreciate, good and bad. In unfortunate updates, Juice Crew legend Biz Markie has reportedly been keeping a low profile after he suffered a stroke while in a coma. News confirms that the rapper was in hospital suffering from a diabetic epis...
Show # 239 - Can't Be Beaten
Illastr8 Radio Show - December 02, 2020 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week was crazy busy with lots of trending, exclusive information! This one doesn't make any sense at all!! A formerly celebrated teacher in Greenup County, Kentucky - who was born without arms or legs - has been indicted on child sex crimes. Kentucky State Police Officer Shane Goodall confi...
Show # 238 - Are You Serious?
Illastr8 Radio Show - November 18, 2020 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThere were a few, "are you serious" moments to discuss for this week's show! Rapper Lil Wayne was arrested and charged on Tuesday with one count of possessing a firearm and ammunition as a felon. The charge stems from a search of a private jet in Miami last December. If convicted the rapper face...
Show # 237 - Over The Top
Illastr8 Radio Show - November 11, 2020 05:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsBeing 'over the top' can be characterized in different ways. The crew talked about some trending things that occured this week that may speak to this idea. This one was definitely over the top, lol! Blockboy JB states that the 'new Playstation is for the gays and Xbox is for the street n*ggas'.....
Show #236 - To Much To Bear
Illastr8 Radio Show - October 28, 2020 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe touched on some sensitive situations for this week's show on different levels. While the Boseman family has been mourning the unfortunate passing of their loved one, Chadwick, they are also celebrating a win for his brother, Kevin Boseman. Earlier this month, Kevin took to Instagram, revealin...
Show # 235 - Collaboration vs. Confusion
Illastr8 Radio Show - October 14, 2020 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsYou never would guess what sorts of things the crew got into this week! The two ladies, seen as the top two female rappers in the world, have been locked in a bitter feud for years - that at one point even turned violent. But the beef is now officially over, according to a person close to Nicki ...
Show # 234 - Can You Believe This?
Illastr8 Radio Show - October 07, 2020 13:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe had a few, 'can you believe' moments this week that the ladies touched on! Cardi B tells her fans whether she's in the "Illuminati"...do you believe her? Social media went wild with the Illuminati accusations after Cardi B posted an image of herself dressed as a red horned devil. Cardi B is f...
Show #233 - Drums Please!
Illastr8 Radio Show - September 23, 2020 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsAs our country continues to deal with and grow from the social injustice going on, we have to continue to provide you with the latest and greatest in our world and entertainment! The crew talked about some definite moments that have occurred and been trending. Michael Jordan And Denny Hamlin rec...
Show #232 - Showdown
Illastr8 Radio Show - September 09, 2020 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsMan, this week, we had lots to discuss where the rubber met the road! Your boy "Boosie Badazz" offered Mark Zuckerberg $100k for his IG account. Boosie needs his Instagram account again and has decided to go to the massive social media boss himself to get his rights again. Boosie apologized to s...
Show # 231 - Trending Ways
Illastr8 Radio Show - September 02, 2020 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe know that literally everyone was on the live stream for Brandy and Monica's "Verzuz" battle! This battle specifically was trending for a while to make happen and it finally did and didn't disappoint. Two of the most successful R&B singers of the last 30 years proved they still have drawing po...
Show # 230 - A New Standard
Illastr8 Radio Show - August 19, 2020 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThe crew talked about some new revelations in the trending news for this week. One thing about LisaRaye is if you ask, she will answer and keep it all the way real! In a recent episode of Garcelle Beauvais’ podcast ‘Going To Bed With Garcelle’, LisaRaye explains why Will Smith is her type. “He’...
Show #229 - Changing of the Guard
Illastr8 Radio Show - August 12, 2020 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThis week, we had some instances where things occurred that make you feel emotions and/or question what just happened. Joseph R. Biden Jr. selected Senator Kamala Harris of California as his vice-presidential running mate on Tuesday, embracing a former rival who sharply criticized him in the Dem...
Show #228 - Entanglements
Illastr8 Radio Show - July 29, 2020 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThe popular word these days for situations is "entanglements." The crew talked about some entertainment and life entanglements that may make you wonder. Rapper Biz Markie has reportedly been hospitalized in Maryland for weeks. His manager later confirmed the 56-year-old was hospitalized for comp...
Show # 227 - You Win Some...You Lose Some
Illastr8 Radio Show - July 22, 2020 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsSome surprising things happened this week that we had to discuss. Tamar Braxton has reportedly been transferred to a mental health facility just days after she was hospitalized for an alleged attempted suicide. It was initially reported that David immediately called 911 after finding Braxton unr...
Show # 226 - Shots Fired!
Illastr8 Radio Show - July 15, 2020 04:00 ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsAs we continue to deal with COVID-19, the news and bullsh%$! don't stop, lol! In very unfortunate news, Megan Thee Stallion was shot multiple times Sunday morning in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles, July 12, and presently is recovering from her wounds. The rapper detailed the ordeal on Instag...
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