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Raw Conversations with Chromez & Fanatik

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Welcome to Raw Conversations, an Award Nominated podcast that brings you the latest news and trends in music, entertainment, and politics. Hosted by Chromez & Fanatik, two seasoned Radio Personalities who are passionate about these topics. They’ll give you the facts, the analysis and the commentary you need to stay informed and entertained. New episodes are out every Saturday at 12pm (CAT).
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Episodes

Episode 31 | "RIP Torri Jonez"

The boys took a week off after the passing of their dear friend Nona aka Torri Jonez. They start the episode by talking about how she impacted their lives and go as far as playing a clip of the time she joined them on the podcast to give her thoughts on colorism and her experience as a mixed race person. May Her Amazing Soul Rest In Eternal Peace (1:04). Chromez & Fanatik break down to shreds the story of Politician Geoffrey Bwalya Mwamba aka GBM defecting to the Patriotic Front (PF) from th...

Apr 27, 20192 hr 11 min

Episode 30 | "Forty Kwacha"

Episode 30 starts with Chromez & Fanatik talking about some names of Zambian rappers and how they got them. This leads into a conversation about a particular moment in Zambian Hip-Hop history that defined some peoples careers (2:20). They then talk about popular Zambian media personality Lawrence Banda aka Man Popo passing away after a short illness, the guys discuss what kind of person he was and what he will be remembered for (25:32). They trade hilarious experiences "Other people" had at ...

Apr 13, 20192 hr 13 min

Episode 29 | "Last Time That I Checc'd"

Here's another random episode. RIP Nipsey Hussle! Follow the hosts; twitter.com/theechromez twitter.com/fanatik_lochead Follow the Podcast; twitter.com/rawconpodcast instagram.com/rawconversationspodcast facebook.com/rawconversationspodcast Join WhatsApp Group; linktr.ee/rawconversationspodcast Remember to Subscribe and leave us a comment or review!

Apr 06, 20192 hr 25 min

Episode 28 | "Music History Session"

Lets just say this is the most random episode ever!!! Follow the hosts; twitter.com/theechromez twitter.com/fanatik_lochead Follow the Podcast; twitter.com/rawconpodcast instagram.com/rawconversationspodcast facebook.com/rawconversationspodcast Join WhatsApp Group; linktr.ee/rawconversationspodcast Remember to Subscribe and leave us a comment or review!

Mar 30, 20191 hr 36 min

Episode 27 | "No Wi-Fi Signal"

This episode starts with the boys addressing the Mayor of the city of Lusaka Hon. Miles Sampa saying he didn't promise to deliver free Wi-Fi in the first 100 days of his tenure while campaigning for office (8:03). A review of Episode 26 of this Podcast was done by a Youtuber on her page called 'Apparently a Doryphore', she had a few reservations over the comments Chromez & Fanatik made when they talked about the reckless video that was posted by The Dope Boys. The guys respond to everything ...

Mar 23, 20191 hr 55 min

Episode 26 | "I Don't Drink With Him"

Chromez & Fanatik start by discussing the Dope Boys making a video where they are seen talking about the perks that come with fame in a very reckless manner and their management team coming out with a statement that was kind of sketchy (6:55). A Gun man in New Zealand shot and killed people at 2 Mosque's, the guys try to imagine that situation happening in Zambia (32:27). Date My Family Zambia was a major talking point after a serious altercation went down on camera, this conversation starts...

Mar 16, 20191 hr 43 min

Episode 25 | "Silver Jubilee"

The episode starts with Chromez congratulating Fanatik for being a Father for a second time after his wife gave birth to a beautiful baby girl, he even tries to get the baby named after him. Fanatik tells another story that proves that University Teaching Hospital is trash once again (1:32). They discuss South African singer Babes Wadumo getting hit by her now ex-boyfriend Mamphintsha on Instagram Live and give their thoughts on the Men Are Trash movement (23:07). R. Kelly was in the news after ...

Mar 09, 20191 hr 44 min

Episode 24 | "Don't Wake Me Up"

Podcast starts with the guys talking about Zambian Politician Chishimba Kambwili getting arrested after his Xenophobic antics and how the Government picks and chooses which issues to address (4:45). They then discuss a Pastor in South Africa performing a 'miracle' where he brought someone back from the dead which leads into a deep conversation about religion in general (20:24). After all the trouble R. Kelly is going through, Fanatik wants to know if he is still getting ass. And could Hollywood ...

Mar 02, 20191 hr 42 min

Episode 23 | "Lyon King"

Chromez & Fanatik start by discussing American actor Jussie Smollet allegedly staging an attack on himself (4:24). The guys got it wrong when they said Zambian reality show Lusaka Hustle wouldn't hit the airwaves again, well the suspension by the Independent Broadcasting Authority has been lifted. There's one thing they think won't help the show though (16:25). They then have a heated debate about South African actor Leon Schuster performing in Blackface, does context matter in this case? (3...

Feb 23, 20192 hr 6 min

Episode 22 | "Auntie Ruckus"

Chromez & Fanatik start by kissing their own asses about their interviewing skills after last weeks episode (0:14). They dissect the J.O.B vs Bobby East situation (6:14). People constantly asked what Swish song Chromez referred to when he quoted it on Episode 21, he took the time to fish it out and plays it, get ready for a lot of Funk Flex bombs (32:55). The boys get into the Government of Zambia offering employment opportunities in the UAE for maids and drivers (42:43). The Grammy's are di...

Feb 16, 20191 hr 46 min

Episode 21 | "Raw Vanilla" (Featuring Bobby East)

One of Zambia's biggest artists Bobby East joins Chromez & Fanatik to talk about everything from his infamous sex tape, his relationship with Slapdee and addresses some of the beefs he has engaged in over the course of his illustrious career. Follow the hosts; twitter.com/theechromez twitter.com/fanatik_lochead Follow the guest; twitter.com/VanillaDzaddy Buy Bobby East's album 'Vanilla': https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/vanilla/1447523873 Follow the Podcast; twitter.com/rawconpodcast instag...

Feb 09, 20191 hr 40 min

Episode 20 | "Lusaka Tussle"

Chromez tweeted that he wouldn't curse on this episode (The intro doesn't count), lets see how this goes. This is the first episode of the podcast that has visuals courtesy of Swango Productions owned by rapper Tony Shuk so subscribe to our Youtube channel (Check link below). Chromez & Fanatik start by discussing Zambian Singer Kuni getting blasted on social media for allegedly acting 'gay' on the new reality show Lusaka Hustle that airs on Zambezi Magic (1:47). Pastor Bushiri and his wife g...

Feb 02, 20191 hr 14 min

Episode 19 | "What Would Obama Do?"

Chromez is on Vacation so that’s why this episode is one week late, apologies family. Fanatik had to travel from Lusaka to Kabwe to link up with Chromez so they could record this episode. It starts with them discussing legendary artist Oliver Mtukudzi passing away, Fanatik wants to know why Zambia doesn’t have a legend of that magnitude (6:22). They then discuss Zambian artist B Flow giving a reluctant apology for adding fellow artist General Kanene to ‘I Care About Her’ program (31:00). Zambian...

Jan 26, 20191 hr 12 min

Episode 18 | "Gwembe, The Ghostly Town"

This episode starts off with Chromez & Fanatik discussing water in some posh neighborhoods in Lusaka being contaminated (0:22). They then give their thoughts on South African media personality NoMoozile faking an accident to spread awareness about drunk & distracted driving, did she go too far? (9:04). This leads them into talking about a hospital in Gwembe town of the Southern Province of Zambia being allegedly haunted by a ghost and in response the Ministry of Religious Affairs alleged...

Jan 12, 20192 hr 3 min

Episode 17 | "Breach Of Briefs"

Welcome to the first episode of the podcast for 2019, it starts with the guys recapping how they spent new years. We find out that Fanatik drank a lot (0:17). Chromez then brings up the fact that some people said Zambia wasn't ready for podcasts when they started out which then leads them into a conversation about why music from South Africa & Nigeria dominate airwaves across the continent (3:07). Zambian artist B Flow resigned from his position as Publicity Secretary of Zambia Association o...

Jan 05, 20191 hr 34 min

Episode 16 | "The Recap"

Happy New Year. On this episode, the guys review some of the biggest stories and monumental moments on the podcast since its inception in 2018. Thank you for listening :-) Follow the hosts; twitter.com/theechromez twitter.com/fanatik_lochead Follow the Podcast; twitter.com/rawconpodcast instagram.com/rawconversationspodcast facebook.com/rawconversationspodcast Join WhatsApp Group; linktr.ee/rawconversationspodcast Remember to Subscribe and leave us a comment or review!

Dec 29, 20181 hr 55 min

Episode 15 | "Sampa Claus"

This episode starts with Chromez & Fanatik discussing Zambian Rapper and host of The Human Man Show Podcast Krytic being dropped from the Pent House Party line up, are the PR Girls petty? (6:03). They then discuss American artist Jacquees saying he is the King of RnB. They bring the conversation down to Zambia by analyzing whether F Jay is really the King of RnB (26:44). Disney now owns the rights to the expression "Hakuna Matata", the guys talk about why this happened and other similar situ...

Dec 22, 20181 hr 49 min

Episode 14 | "Kashimba Chimbwili"

Chromez & Fanatik begin by talking about Zambian rapper and Poet Ludo going on Twitter to give details about her experience with a "Gospel" artist that sexually harrassed her (1:20). They then talk about Zambia's most talked about "Sugar daddy", Mainga who is still going about his business and not getting flack for it (23:46). A woman was sexually assaulted by a group of women when she was caught having a drink with a married man by inserting a bottle of beer in her Vagina, the guys dissect ...

Dec 15, 20181 hr 48 min

Episode 13 | "Cover Your Kitty Cat"

Episode 13 starts by the guys talking about the superstitions that surround the number '13' which leads them into talking about some of their experiences during their radio careers (1:46). They then talk about Rapper/Broadcaster/Podcaster Krytic (He featured on Episode 5 of this Podcast) taking to Twitter and detailing his experience at Zambian radio station Rock FM, this puts Chromez in an awkward situation because he works there (8:00). Chromez & Fanatik then talk about Zambian singer Kay ...

Dec 08, 20181 hr 53 min

Episode 12 | "Chinese Cholera"

The guys record Episode 12 on World AIDS Day so they talk about how the stigma around the disease has reduced and safe sexual practices that need to be upheld (1:13). They then talk the Duchess of Sussex allegedly canceling her trip to Zambia in fear of the Zika Virus after a British tabloid THE SUN published a story on it (8:13). Zambian socialite Iris Kaingu tried to gain access to a function where Prince Harry was the guest of honor without an invite, has she lost it? (19:44). Zambian rapper ...

Dec 01, 20181 hr 31 min

Episode 11 | "Lost In Your Own Sauce"

This weeks episode starts by Chromez & Fanatik trying to understand why there's been many married women being caught cheating on their husbands in recent times (1:40). They then get into the ruling Patriotic Front political party winning the Mangango seat in Parliament. Why are people still voting for the PF and why is main opposition leader Hakainde Hichilema not likable? (18:50). Then they react to Zambia not qualifying to the Africa Cup of Nations. Can there be a bigger sport than Footbal...

Nov 24, 20181 hr 52 min

Episode 10 | "That Ain't Hip-Hop"

Episode 10 starts with the boys addressing the Zambian Police officer that was caught on camera attacking a driver in their own car. Fanatik explains why he thinks Zambia Police is trash by telling a story of how he got jumped (2:46). Chromez & Fanatik try to understand why people feel the need to post everything online after a man was caught on camera dragging his wife around in public after he found her cheating. And another guy exposed a girl online because she asked him for money 2 days ...

Nov 17, 20181 hr 16 min

Episode 9 | "Sorry For The Wait"

The boys had a wedding to attend so this episode is a week late, hence the title. Thanks for your patience. The show starts with Fanatik clarifying why he super analyzed Chella Tukuta's Penis print on Episode 8 (3:21). Is Zambian Hip Hop artist Bobby East, the biggest act in Zambia right now? Chromez & Fanatik have opposing views on this (10:59). South African rapper AKA says he won't submit his albums for award shows because he doesn't need validation from them, the guys talk about whether ...

Nov 10, 20182 hr 17 min

Episode 8 | "Big Toe"

Episode 8 starts off with Chromez & Fanatik reflecting on their favorite episodes of the Podcast so far and announcing that there is a new WhatsApp group that you can join to interact with people that love the show (0:34). Zambian singer Wezi gave a scathing response to what the boys had to say about her image on Episode 7, she blocked them and the Podcast on Twitter. Things get intense when they respond to what she had to say about them (6:48). They then talked about the Mayor of the capita...

Nov 03, 20181 hr 55 min

Episode 7 | "R.I.P Jabba"

The boys are back to talk about the latest stories of the week. Chromez had quite a few things to say about K Slayer on the previous Episode, on Episode 7 he finds out about a response from him that came through an email that was sent to Fanatik (3:57). Chromez says he got dragged through the mud for comments he made last week so he takes the time to clarify his points (7:04). The guys discuss Zambian singer Wezi addressing people that criticize her for how she chooses to dress (9:40). The Minis...

Oct 27, 20181 hr 47 min

Episode 6 | "Mrs. House Number"

Episode 6 starts on a wild note when Fanatik says he doesn't consider the Vice President of Zambia a strong politician (3:50). The guys then give their thoughts on a column written by a reporter of the Lusaka Times that was advocating for the nation anthem of Zambia to be changed because it is sexist (11.58). A video that had a gym trainer confessing to sleeping with a man's wife after he got his ass whooped surfaced during the week, Chromez & Fanatik discuss who was wrong in the whole situa...

Oct 20, 20182 hr 6 min

Episode 5 | "Raw Human Men" (Featuring Krytic)

Episode 5 features Krytic of The Human Man Show Podcast. The guys start by talking about the presidential jet that the Zambian Government reportedly purchased (4:27). The guys discuss Zambian Dancehall artist Petersen being called out for displaying misogynistic behavior on Twitter (13:47). The social media spat between Zambian rappers Macky 2 & Tiye P is discussed (24:42). They then get into rapper Muzo making an appearance on DJ Showstars show HI 5 and then give their thoughts on Muzo's EP...

Oct 13, 20182 hr 23 min

Episode 4 | "Dora The Explorer"

On this episode Chromez & Fanatik review Lil Wayne's album 'Tha Carter V' after saying they were expecting it to be trash in Episode 1 (5:36). They then break down the Kwacha Music Awards starting by discussing whether J.K. deserved to win a Lifetime Achievement Award and then going through the categories that mattered the most (30:46). After that they get into Fuel pump prices hitting an all time high in Zambia at K 16.06 per ltr while discussing the antics that the Minister of Information ...

Oct 06, 20181 hr 55 min

Episode 3 | "Hangover"

Chromez & Fanatik are hungover after partying the night before recording Episode 3. They start by explaining why they aren't reviewing Lil Wayne's Album 'Tha Carter V' yet (4:57). They then gave a follow up to the 'Mr. Smith' story where a man was blackmailing people after they sent him nudes so as to feature in pornographic films, also discussing why Patrick Shumba's (Zambian that was in the Black Panther movie) scandal died down quickly (8:27). The guys then weigh in on the 'Pamela Why?' s...

Sep 29, 20181 hr 38 min

Episode 2 | "Where Is The Money?"

On this episode of the Podcast, Chromez & Fanatik talk about Zambian Hip Hop artist Slapdee's song with Patoranking of Nigeria and Daev called Lituation, they point the positives and negatives that they noticed (3:19). They then talk about Chanda Mbao's single 'The Bigger Wave' featuring his frequent collaborator Scott and international artists Laylizzy from Mozambique & Da L.E.S from South Africa, they break down what impact this will have on Chanda's career (25:42). The guys then give ...

Sep 22, 20181 hr 42 min
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