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Hip Hop Saved My Life with Romesh Ranganathan

RangaBee Productions and Mr Boxwww.romeshranganathan.co.uk

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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Episodes

S2 - Episode 30: Stephen Merchant

Our very special guest this week is comedy legend Stephen Merchant. He talks us through some of his favourite rappers, current album listens and the classic hip hop bangers he grew up with. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 14, 202053 minSeason 2Ep. 30

S2 - Episode 29: Tiffany Calver

It’s another great guest for you this week as we’re joined by none other than Tiffany Calver - DJ, presenter and host of The Radio 1 Rap Show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 07, 202050 minSeason 2Ep. 29

S2 - Episode 28: R.A. the Rugged Man

We’ve got one hell of a show for you this week as we’re joined by one of the best rappers in the game: R.A. the Rugged Man. And after you’ve listened, make sure to check out his brand new album All My Heroes Are Dead - it's an absolute banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 30, 202045 minSeason 2Ep. 28

S2 - Episode 27: Hugo Chegwin

Man like Beats in the house! Yes that's right - music producer, actor and People Just Do Nothing star Hugo Chegwin joins Rom and Rumaj this week for another of our lockdown episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 23, 202042 minSeason 2Ep. 27

S2 - Episode 26: Album Mini Ep

It's another of our mini episodes featuring a classic album recommendation from Romesh. And this time he's joined by both Rumaj and Ben Green - so it's three bangers for the price of one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 202026 minSeason 2Ep. 2

S2 - Episode 25: Jaguar Skills

It’s the 100th episode of the podcast and we could not have a better guest for the occasion - the one and only Jaguar Skills! As well as chatting about his DJ background, hip hop loves and gripes and getting to interview some absolute rap legends, he tells us all about his encyclopedic new 40-part mix project Hip Hop Time Bomb . Do not miss it. A huge thanks to all the amazing guests who’ve joined us on HHSML over the past 5 years - and all our loyal listeners of course, we couldn’t have done it...

Apr 16, 202050 minSeason 2Ep. 25

S2 - Episode 24: Dynamo

Yes, that’s right - it’s an amazing new episode with superstar magician Dynamo! As well as blowing our minds with an impromptu card trick, he tells us all about discovering Snoop at school, entertaining contestants at rap battles, and his long-awaited return to performing after ill-health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 02, 202036 minSeason 2Ep. 24

S2 - Episode 23: Lennie James

This week, British actor and screenwriter Lennie James joins Romesh on the line from Austin, Texas. As well as all the regular Hip Hop chat, he gives us the lowdown on his brand new TV series Save Me Too. Yep - it’s another banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 202047 minSeason 2Ep. 23

S2 - Episode 22: Album Mini Ep

A new strand of HHSML mini episodes focusing on banging albums both old and new. For his first recommendation, Romesh chooses an absolute classic: Phrenology by The Roots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 24, 202019 minSeason 2Ep. 22

S2 - Episode 21: Choosey

We're buzzing this week as our very special guest is LA rapper Choosey. We chat restaurants, veganism, flat-sharing, social media, Mary Poppins and oh yeah, lots about hip hop too! Make sure to check out Choosey & Exile's Black Beans album - one of our favourites of 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 202047 minSeason 2Ep. 21

S2 - Episode 20: Riz Ahmed

Actor, rapper, activist and all round national treasure Riz Ahmed joins Rom & Rumaj this week and introduces us to his brand new album The Long Goodbye . It’s an absolute banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 11, 20201 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 20

S2 - Episode 19: Sampa The Great

We've been looking forward to this one as this week we’re joined by rapper of the moment Sampa The Great! She chats to us about her roots, musical influences, recent awards and celebrity supporters - plus the making of her brilliant new album The Return . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 05, 202050 minSeason 2Ep. 19

S2 - Episode 18: Patrice Evra

This week we're joined by French football legend and former Manchester United star Patrice Evra - yes mate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 202048 minSeason 2Ep. 18

S2 - Episode 17: Mikill Pane

Mike's back! Four years on from appearing as one of our very first guests, UK rapper Mikill Pane returns to the HHSML studio for a catch-up. We chat about his break from making music, finding inspiration from Lupe Fiasco, 80's film nostalgia and his latest album - The Night Elm On Mare Street Part 1. It's another banger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 202047 minSeason 2Ep. 17

S2 - Episode 16: Wale

It's a packed studio this week as Romesh, Rumaj and Ben Green are joined by Washington DC rapper Wale and his long-time collaborator DJ Money. They give us the lowdown on their European tour, Wale’s latest album Wow... That's Crazy - and much, much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 202041 minSeason 2Ep. 16

S2 - Episode 15: Judi Love

This week we're joined by comedian, presenter and megastar in the making Judi Love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 06, 202053 minSeason 2Ep. 15

S2 - Episode 14: Harvey

We're back with a biggie - So Solid Crew's Harvey joins us for the first HHSML of 2020! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 30, 202053 minSeason 2Ep. 14

S2 - Episode 13: Murkage Dave

Ending the year on a high, singer/songwriter Murkage Dave joins Romesh and Rumaj for our last HHSML of 2019! His brand new album, a collaborative project with UK grime star Manga Saint Hilare, is out now - We Need To Look After Us . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 201946 minSeason 2Ep. 13

S2 - Episode 12: DJ Premier

We're honoured to be joined by the legendary DJ Premier - one of the best guests yet! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 12, 201939 minSeason 2Ep. 12

S2 - Episode 11: Jamie Cullum

Jamie Cullum reveals how an early love of hip hop lead to his music career in jazz - and eventually came full circle through collaborations with artists like Pharrell and Roots Manuva. Plus a whole lot more chat on his favourite rappers, albums and gigs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 28, 201951 minSeason 2Ep. 11

S2 - Episode 10: DJ Shadow

The legendary DJ Shadow joins us to chat about his amazing career and brand new double album - Our Pathetic Age. It's a banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14, 201951 minSeason 2Ep. 10

S2 - Episode 9: Amelia Dimoldenberg

Yes mate, we’ve only gone and got Chicken Shop Date host Amelia Dimoldenberg joining us for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 04, 201945 minSeason 2Ep. 9

S2 - Episode 8: HHSML presents Jaz Kahina

For the first in a new series of special episodes showcasing some of our favourite emerging artists, we feature East London rapper Jaz Kahina. More coming soon… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 19, 201933 minSeason 2Ep. 8

S2 - Episode 7: Kano

East London's finest, the one and only Kano, joins Rom and Rumaj to chat about his new album, upcoming tour and a whole lot more. It's a banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 02, 201952 minSeason 2Ep. 7

S2 - Episode 6: Louis Theroux

This one's a biggie - we're joined by broadcasting legend Louis Theroux. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 26, 20191 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 6

S2 - Episode 5: Michael Kiwanuka

We're joined by singer-songwriter and regular Danger Mouse collaborator Michael Kiwanuka, who explains how his early love of 70's music lead him to hip hop. We chat Tribe, Dilla, Outkast and much, much more… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 12, 201951 minSeason 2Ep. 5

S2 - Episode 4: Serge Pizzorno

Kasabian’s Serge Pizzorno joins Romesh and Rumaj to talk about the life-long influence of hip hop on his music and new solo project THE S.L.P. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 29, 201943 minSeason 2Ep. 4

S2 - Episode 3: Little Simz

This week we're joined by one of our favourite rappers - Little Simz! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 18, 201948 minSeason 2Ep. 3

S2 - Episode 2: Dermot Kennedy

Singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy joins Romesh and Rumaj to chat about his hip hop influences, 50 Cent, Meek Mill and working with legendary producer Mike Dean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 04, 201946 minSeason 2Ep. 2

S2 - Episode 1: Mark Ronson

Kicking off Series 2 with a biggie - musician, DJ, songwriter and producer Mark Ronson! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 201950 minSeason 2Ep. 1
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