Andrew Emery is a hip hop writer and journalist. He was the contributing editor of Hip-Hop Connection and founded, edited and published Fat Lace Magazine. Last year Andrew released his new book 'Wiggaz With Attitude: My Life As A Failed White Rapper'. True to his frank and honest style, Andrew joins Romesh to chat about the artists he's had both the pleasure and displeasure to interview over his career. And shares the story about some very choice words he shared with none other than Jay-Z. Hoste...
Jan 10, 2018•47 min
Comedian Tiernan Douieb joins Romesh for the final episode of 2017, taking us back to 1993 North London and his first introduction to hip hop. The guys discuss why there is no place for autotune in hip hop, guest verses and that distinct West Coast sound. Check out Tiernan's own satirical podcast @ParPolBro on Twitter for links. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 27, 2017•46 min
Ben Green joins Romesh for a not so festive bonus episode, where they discuss Star Wars, Christmas hip hop songs, Nas and Eminem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 20, 2017•38 min
The prolific UK music producer and DJ chats to Rom about his career to date and his deep love for a hip hop beat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 13, 2017•55 min
Executive producer of 'Drop The Mic' and hip hop fanatic, Jensen Karp, joins Romesh for a chat as they discuss how he narrowly missed out on a 1 million dollar record deal with Interscope. Formerly known as the rapper Hot Karl, Jensen is also the author of the book 'Kanye West Owes Me $300'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 29, 2017•53 min
Romesh is joined by Ben Green as they answer your questions about hip hop. Tweet @RomeshRanga if you've got a question you want answered in another episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 25, 2017•49 min
That's right, Romesh's mum is the special guest this week as Ben Green and Rom get her to review some tracks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 03, 2017•49 min
UK Hip Hop legends Dabbla & Ill Man join Romesh & Ben Green (live from LA) for Episode 37 of Hip Hop Saved My Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 18, 2017•49 min
After a brief hiatus, Romesh and Ru-Maj are back with the mighty Adam Buxton as he traces his hip hop influences back to a joyfully odd mix of Kenny Everett and Eric B. & Rakim. Adam shares stories of hanging out with Coolio and the 40 Thevz with his Dad and reviews of his classic 'Help The Police' video. Warning: You may never be able to listen to Joey Bada$$ in the same way again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 04, 2017•49 min
The head of High Focus Records and one quarter of The Four Owls joins Romesh and Ru-Maj to talk discovering UK Hip Hop, being inspired by Big Pun and his plans for world domination... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 19, 2017•49 min
DJ MK reveals how he became one of the first UK DJs to release regular mixtapes which became the catalyst for him travelling around the world, meeting Nas and touring with Roots Manuva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 19, 2017•45 min
The 'Verbal Herman Munster' himself steps into the studio to talk about the past and present state of hip hop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 05, 2017•49 min
The actor and comedian covers skits, Biggie and his favourite gigs as he traces his hip hop influences Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 22, 2017•45 min
Mike traces his hip hop influences right back to the classic 80s movie Beat Street, and brings us up to present day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 08, 2017•47 min
Loyle Carner reveals his hip hop influences and his biggest hip hop gripe: mumble rap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 22, 2017•46 min
Jehst joins Romesh and Jolyon Rubinstein in the studio to talk all things hip hop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 15, 2017•46 min
Mistajam joins Romesh to chat about being on tour with Brand Nubian and the far reaching influences of hip hop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 01, 2017•50 min
Ocean Wisdom joins Romesh in the studio to talk about his hip hop influences, killer hooks and his debut album Chaos 93' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 17, 2017•40 min
Actor and writer Asim Chaudhry joins Romesh to chat about everything from his favourite hip hop album to Michael Jackson gifs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 05, 2017•46 min
Comedy producer Robert Popper aka 'Bobby P' joins Romesh to chat all things hip hop this week #hiphopsavedmylife #romeshranganathan #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 14, 2016•47 min
DJ Yoda joins Romesh for Episode 24 of Hip Hop Saved My Life #romeshranganathan #djyoda #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 30, 2016•50 min
Hip hop group The Four Owls join Romesh for this week's episode #hiphopsavedmylife #romeshranganathan #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 16, 2016•37 min
Actor, writer & producer Jolyon Rubinstein joins Romesh for this week's episode of Hip Hop Saved my Life #romeshranganathan #jolyonrubinstein #hiphoppodcast #hiphopsavedmylife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 02, 2016•44 min
Radio presenter Edith Bowman joins Romesh to chat all things hip hop in a live episode of Hip Hop Saved My Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 26, 2016•19 min
Drum and bass legend Friction joins Romesh for this week's episode of Hip Hop Saved My Life #romeshranganathan #friction #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 12, 2016•48 min
Frankie Boyle joins Romesh to chat all things hip hop on this week's episode #romeshranganathan #frankieboyle #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 28, 2016•49 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Comedian Fergus Craig joins Romesh for Episode 19 of Hip Hop Saved My Life #romeshranganathan #hiphopsavedmylife #ferguscraig #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 14, 2016•47 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Comedian Tom Lucy joins Romesh to talk all things hip hop #romeshranganathan #tomlucy #hiphopsavedmylife #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 24, 2016•48 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Hull City footballer Curtis Davies joins Romesh for Episode 17 #romeshranganathan #curtisdavies #hiphoppodcast #hiphopsavedmylife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 03, 2016•46 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Comedian Inel Tomlinson joins Romesh for Episode 16 of Hip Hop Saved My Life. Actor, comedian and writer Inel is best known for being one half of 'Johnny and Inel', the UK’s first black comedy double act.#romeshranganathan #hiphopsavedmylife #hiphoppodcast #ineltomlinson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 20, 2016•47 min•Season 1Ep. 16
