Episode 74: Allan 'Seapa' Mustafa
People Just Do Nothing's MC Grindah aka Allan 'Seapa' Mustafa joins us in the HHSML studio. Hold tight! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 13, 2019•52 min•Ep. 74
Hip Hop Saved My Life with Romesh Ranganathan
A comedy podcast about hip hop presented by award-winning comedian Romesh Ranganathan and his co-host RuMaj. Edited by James Torrance. Co-produced by RangaBee Productions and Mr Box (mrbox.tv)
www.romeshranganathan.co.uk/podcast
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Episode 73: HHSML LIVE with Rag'n'Bone Man
Rag’n’Bone Man joins Romesh, Rumaj and DJ Martin 2 Smoove for a live edition of the podcast at The Theatre Royal Brighton. Recorded on 13th April 2019 as part of the WAVE Podcast Festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 23, 2019•59 min•Ep. 73
Episode 72: Angie Thomas
Bestselling author Angie Thomas joins Romesh and Rumaj for a chat about her life-long love of hip hop and its influence on her latest book On The Come Up. Oh, and she’s got beef with Drake. Get listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 22, 2019•58 min•Ep. 72
Episode 71: Jamie Redknapp
This week, the one and only Jamie Redknapp joins Romesh & Rumaj in the studio. It's a banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 26, 2019•47 min•Ep. 71
Episode 70: Kae Kurd
Stand-up comedian and Quotas Full podcast host Kae Kurd joins Romesh and Rumaj for our first episode of 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 07, 2019•56 min•Ep. 70
Episode 69: HHSML LIVE with Professor Green
For our biggest live episode yet, Romesh and Rumaj are joined on stage by the one and only Professor Green - and also get a FaceTime call from Hip Hop legend Chuck D! An HHSML Christmas special held in aid of CALM at the Indigo O2 on 19th December 2018. Big thanks to all the performers on the night - Martin 2 Smoove, Barney Artist, CASisDEAD, Professor Green, Dream Mclean and DJ Yoda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jan 07, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 69
Episode 68: HHSML LIVE with Dirty Dike
New edition of HHSML Live with Romesh, Rumaj, DJ Yoda and special guest Dirty Dike. It's a banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 12, 2018•57 min•Ep. 68
Episode 67: Straight Outta Crawley
Bonus episode! Featuring an extract from Romesh’s new book Straight Outta Crawley. In this chapter, we hear all about his lifelong obsession with Hip Hop and also get a bit of background on how the podcast started. If you like what you hear, check out the link below to pick up a copy. https://www.waterstones.com/book/straight-outta-crawley/romesh-ranganathan/9780593078259 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 30, 2018•38 min•Ep. 67
Episode 66: Jimothy
North London rapper and DIY music star Jimothy joins Romesh and Rumaj to chat about making beats, fashion brands, never remembering track titles and why cats are better than dogs. Everything Is Getting Quite Exciting! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 28, 2018•47 min•Ep. 66
Episode 65: ExP
Ben Goodwin aka ExP from West Yorkshire rap crew Flame Griller joins Romesh in Part 2 of our special double episode for a one-on-one chat about all things Hip Hop and his latest solo album, Remarkable/Unremarkable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 14, 2018•49 min•Ep. 65
Episode 64: Murs
We bring you a special double episode this week. First up, we're honoured to have an independent US Hip Hop legend join us - the one and only Murs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 14, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 64
Episode 63: HHSML LIVE with Rodney P
This is one big episode! For our second live edition of the podcast, Romesh, Rumaj, Ben Green and DJ Martin2Smoove are joined on stage by the godfather of UK Hip Hop himself - Rodney P. Recorded on 27th September 2018 at The Moth Club in Hackney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 31, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 63
Episode 62: Jacob Anderson
The multi-talented Jacob Anderson - aka Raleigh Ritchie - joins us to chat about his acting and music careers, Will Smith, backpacker hip hop and The College Dropout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 17, 2018•48 min•Ep. 62
Episode 61: James Lavelle
This week, we're joined by Mo' Wax and UNKLE founder James Lavelle. Yes mate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 05, 2018•48 min•Ep. 61
Episode 60: Jenny Bede
HHSML Ep 60 features musical comedian Jenny Bede. We discuss Nicky Minaj, Jay Z, Roseanne and Cross Stitch. It’s a banger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 20, 2018•49 min•Ep. 60
Episode 59: Clara Amfo
This weeks guest, Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo, chats Tribe, Lauryn, Cardi, interviewing Jay-Z and much much more. Double R What?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 07, 2018•48 min•Ep. 59
Episode 58: Snowy Danger
Romesh and Rumaj are back! This week they're joined by the UK rapper and 'lyrical legend' Snowy Danger. Hold on tight... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 23, 2018•48 min•Ep. 58
Episode 57: Mini Ep
Romesh presents a solo mini episode from his garage where he answers some of your email questions and talks about the new releases he's listening to. This episode is brought you by the new Spike Lee movie BlacKkKlansman - out in cinemas on 24th August. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 06, 2018•27 min•Ep. 57
Episode 56: Kiell Smith-Bynoe
Actor and former grime artist Kiell Smith-Bynoe joins Romesh & Rumaj in the studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 02, 2018•43 min•Ep. 56
Episode 55: Marlon Davis
Comedian Marlon Davis joins Rom and Rupert to chat Biggie, Tupac, Kanye and being introduced to some pretty tasty language thanks to NWA at the age of 7. Don't forget to send your track recommendations to: [email protected] @romeshranga @HHSMLpodcast And big thanks to the Radio Wolfgang team for studio assistance and to @Marlon_Davis for dropping by for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 15, 2018•53 min
Episode 54: Jordan Stephens
Romesh and Ru-Maj are reunited as Jordan Stephens drops by the studio for a chat about Jurassic 5, Pharoahe Monch, Eminem, appearing in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and the current disregard for lyricism in hip hop. Formerly one half of Rizzle Kicks, Jordan's releasing new music under the name Al the Native, with an album coming out soon. Romesh Recommends: Book of Ryan by Royce da 5'9". Give it a listen and thanks to everyone that's emailed in with their recommendation. Keep them coming romesh8...
May 16, 2018•51 min
Episode 53: Jamali Maddix
Comedian Jamali Maddix steps into the studio to chat about meeting and working with Sway, the Nas track that introduced him to hip hop, Wu-Tang, GZA and MF Doom. Romesh's Recommendations for this episode are: The Lost Scrolls V2 by Slum Village and Planet by Tech N9ne. Talk to us @HHSMLpodcast @romeshranga @jamalimaddix. No, really, do it mate. Keep up to date with what Jamali's up to at jamalimaddix.com/live and check out his show Hate Thy Neighbour on viceland.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
May 03, 2018•59 min
Episode 52: Sara Pascoe
Ben Green steps in for Ru-Maj this episode as Sara Pascoe joins Romesh to chat J. Cole, Cardi B and Drake. Romesh has three recommendations for this episode: Pookie Baby by Prof, Murs' A Strange Journey Into The Unimaginable and Bobby Tarantino by Logic. Talk to us @HHSMLpodcast @romeshranga @sarapascoe. Keep up to date with what Sara's up to at sarapascoe.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 19, 2018•54 min
Episode 51: Sarah Callaghan
Comedian and writer, Sarah Callaghan, joins Romesh and Ru-Maj to chat Kendrick Lamar's back catalogue, Drake, J Cole and Snoop Dogg.. amongst other tangents! Romesh's Recommendation for this episode is: Czarface and Doom Huge thanks to @sarahecallaghan and Radio Wolfgang for studio assistance. Keep up to date with what Sarah's up to via sarahcallaghan.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 06, 2018•49 min
Episode 50: Reggie Yates
Absolutely delighted to welcome broadcaster, actor and documentary maker, Reggie Yates, to the podcast at long last. Reggie chats about growing up in a very musically eclectic household, being immediately drawn in by hip hop and its culture from a young age, Dr Dre's Aftermath and Jay Z's Reasonable Doubt. Romesh's Recommendation for this episode is: Sean Price - Imperious Rex. Check out Reggie's own podcast, Talk Stew via your podcast app and give him a follow @REGYATES. Huge thanks to Reggie f...
Mar 21, 2018•57 min
Episode 49: Mr B. The Gentleman Rhymer
Mr B - aka Jim Burke - chats about everything from his deep love for hip hop, his early career in Brit-pop band Collapsed Lung, the evolution of Mr B Gentleman Rhymer and his niche Chap-Hop sound to the skill of writing hip hop parodies. Find @gentlemanrhymer @RomeshRanga @rupertmajendie @HHSMLpodcast. Shout out to Radio Wolfgang for letting us use their studio for this recording. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 07, 2018•50 min
Episode 48 - HHSML LIVE with Ty
British hip hop musician, Ty, joins Romesh and Ru-maj on stage at the Moth Club in Hackney for our first ever Hip Hop Saved My Life LIVE event. In this extended episode, Ty shares the story of how a school concert and a xylophone kickstarted his love of hip hop and why playing Public Enemy to his parents as a kid became a major turning point in his life. This episode was recorded on the 8th Feb 2018. Big thanks to The Moth Club, DJ Martin 2 Smoove, DJ Yoda for his live set on the night and all y...
Feb 21, 2018•1 hr 2 min
Episode 47: Hip Hop Heroes - Bonus Episode!
In honour of the release of Marvel's Black Panther movie and the hotly anticipated Kendrick Lamar curated accompanying album, Romesh and Ru-maj compare notes on who they class as their heroes of hip hop. 'Black Panther: The Album - Music From and Inspired By' features music from Kendrick himself, The Weeknd, Khalid, SZA and more across its 14 tracks. Get in touch and let us know who would make the list for you @HSSMLpodcast @romeshranga @rupertmajendie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Feb 15, 2018•24 min
Episode 46: Doc Brown
Doc Brown steps into the studio to talk about working with Lenny Henry, blending his love and talent for rap with comedy and his all time favourite hip hop albums. Doc started out as an underground rapper on the London's rap battle scene and released his first album in a decade, Stemma, back in 2017. You can find more details at docbrown.co.uk This episode was brought to you by the movie Black Panther, out Feb 13th in the UK. Go and see it, you won't regret it. Follow @RomeshRanga @rupertmajendi...
Feb 07, 2018•55 min
Episode 45: Steve McNeil
Romesh and Ru-Maj are reunited at long last as actor and comedian Steve McNeil joins them to retrace his love for hip hop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 24, 2018•48 min
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