Due to sound issues, we couldn't release Some Dude Pod 37 but after this weekend's events, it was only right to drop the .5. In today's episode, J.R. Bang and Mike B breakdown the Last Dance episodes one and two and what it may mean for the Chicago Bulls going forward. We also get a quick breakdown of the Teddy Riley/Babyface battle and why it might be time to change platforms. Finally, why do Bang hate Keith Sweat (1:16:00) Rate. Like. Subscribe. Download. Share with a friend. Get involved in t...
Apr 22, 2020•1 hr 41 min
The battle lines were drawn on Saturday when DJ Premier and The RZA went head to head in Swizz Beatz "Verzuz" series. Who took the W? Did any of the producers leave anything in the chamber? J.R. Bang & Mike B also get into improvements that need to be made before next week's battle between legendary artists Teddy Riley and Babyface. We also touch on Michael Jordan's legacy or "narrative" and how it shapes people's minds. Rate. Like. Subscribe. Download. Share with a friend. Get involved in t...
Apr 12, 2020•2 hr 10 min
In the latest episode of #SomeDudePod, Mike B and J.R. Bang is still dealing with the "Shelter-In-Place in Illinois and Maryland. In Weeks 2 and 3 of their Quarantine, how are they holding up? The duo also talks about the passing of Soul Great Bill Withers, new albums including Kiana Lede and Instagram Live content. Rate. Like. Subscribe. Download. Share with a friend. Get involved in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @MikeB_CHR and @JRBANG! Also, Click here to join the #Som...
Apr 05, 2020•2 hr 24 min
#SomeDudePod is back and still Self-Quarantining. Mike B and J.R. Bang talk about week two of the Illinois Quarantine and how it's affecting Mike. Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot was upset that people went to the beach so she shut down everything. Has it worked? We get into the beat battles on IG featuring Timbaland vs. Swizz Beats, Boi-1da Vs Hit-Boy, new TV shows and more. Rate. Like. Subscribe. Download. Share with a friend. Get involved in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag ...
Mar 29, 2020•1 hr 57 min
In this week's episode of #SomeDudePod, we find out how Mike B is doing a couple of days into Illinois' Shelter In Place Quarantine during the #CoronaVirus COVID-19 Pandemic. From there the duo talks about Legendary DJ D Nice's "internet breaking" set on Instagram Live. How has Hip-Hop and Black Culture pushed people through this world event? Also, What are you listening to or watching during the Quarantine? Get into the conversation by using the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tagging @jrbang and @Mik...
Mar 22, 2020•1 hr 55 min
It's time for a new episode of #SomeDudePod and since it's a pandemic going on, you got time to listen. Bang & Mike B talk about the CoronaVirus COVID-19 and how it's affected them. from there the duo gets into the new album from Jay Electronica (Featuring Jay-Z) and how his fans were left disappointed (and it's their fault). Also, what's a classic album you just can't get jiggy with? Rate. Like. Subscribe. Download. Share with a friend. Get involved in the conversation! Use the hashtag #Som...
Mar 15, 2020•2 hr 20 min
HOT TAKE! At 1:16 of #SomeDudePod, #SomeDude says that 2Pac's "Me Against The World" isn't a classic? Why? That Dude will tell you. We also jump into the "Best Male R&B Group of the 90s" conversation that has hit social media, Tiny Desk Concerts and more. Get involved in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @MikeB_CHR and @JRBANG! Also, Click here to join the #SomeDudePod Facebook Group
Mar 08, 2020•2 hr 11 min
Waka Flocka says he was “Wack Rapper.” Is he capping or telling the truth? If Waka isn't playing then what does that say to his fans? Young M.A. tweeted about the lack of balance in R&B. Who's to blame? We go into detail into those questions and more in #SomeDudePod
Mar 01, 2020•2 hr
In the final episode of Some Dude during Black History month, we talk about if we need to cancel it because of Deontay Wilder's stunning loss to the very white Tyson Fury in their rematch. The duo talks about one of the week's biggest trending stories, the Quaden Bayles controversy. Get involved in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @MikeB_CHR and @JRBANG! Also, Click here to join the #SomeDudePod Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/2475709326042652/)
Feb 23, 2020•1 hr 52 min
The NBA All-Star game was in Chicago this weekend and Mike B has all the stories including coat check issues, Celebrity Uber chronicles and dunking contest controversies. Did Aaron Gordon get robbed again? We also get into who is the Best Rapper of 2019, Tom Brady's next home and more. Get involved in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @MikeB_CHR and @JRBANG! Also, Click here to join the #SomeDudePod Facebook Group
Feb 16, 2020•2 hr 1 min
In the latest episode of #SomeDudePod, Mike B & J.R. Bang get right to it: Was Gayle King wrong in her interview with WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie? Was her questions out of bounds? Mike and Bang also talk about the Mo'Nique and Friends comedy special and if anyone watched, Unpopular opinions and the Power Series Finale and what to expect in the spinoffs. Get involved in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @MikeB_CHR and @JRBANG! Also, Click here to join the #SomeDudePod Faceboo...
Feb 09, 2020•1 hr 59 min
It's been a week since the passing of NBA Legend Kobe Bryant and it still hasn't hit Some Dude Pod. However, we talk about the life of Kobe Bryant as we knew it and how we need to appreciate players more. We talk about Lil Wayne's new release "Funeral" and give our thoughts which include Jay-Z's input in the #DrinkChamps episode with Noreaga. Does Jay-Z be on the internet burner accounts on Social Media? Get involved in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @MikeB_CHR and @JRBAN...
Feb 02, 2020•2 hr 4 min
It's Some Dude 25! We made it to a quarter! In today's episode Bang and Mike kick it off with Spoiler etiquette and how you can keep away from keeping your viewer experience ruined. Then Bang discusses Sean "Diddy, Love" Combs comments at the event honoring him at the 2020 Grammys. While accepting the Industry Icon Award, Combs called out the Recording Academy and urged black artists to take back their power. But when did the Grammys make a huge error in awarding artists? Later in the show (1:41...
Jan 26, 2020•2 hr 21 min
In the 24th episode of #SomeDudePod, Mike B & J.R. Bang discusses the surprise Eminem Album. Is this one of Eminem's best works or did it fall flat like some of his latest projects? The Notorious B.I.G. is the newest inductee into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Why is LL Cool J not in this hall? Should there be a Hip-Hop Hall of Fame and how would it work? And last we get into Power spoilers and hot takes! To get into the conversation, use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @jrbang and @Mik...
Jan 19, 2020•1 hr 41 min
Mike B and J.R. Bang kick off Some Dude 23 discussing the Dallas Cowboys and their new Head Coach Mike McCarthy. Does Mike feel at ease with Jerry Jones' decision? Then the duo gets into the NFL Playoffs, Baltimore Ravens collapse, and the Drake Curse. Was Lil Boosie foul when he wore a Kappa sweater? Did we sleep on The Travis Scott/Jackboys album? Roddy Ricch early front runner for Album of the Year (even though it was released in December 2019?) And Finally, why the hell did Power focus an ep...
Jan 12, 2020•1 hr 41 min
It's 2020 and Some Dude is still here... but for how long? Bang and Mike B talk about the Iran Bombing and a potential war with the Middle East country. Since Bang is close to the Washington, D.C. area, he's a bit worried. Mike B talks about the Dallas Cowboys head coaching search. Will Jason Garrett keep his job? We get some Power TV spoilers and Rest in Peace David Stern. Make sure you rate, and comment. Like, Subscribe and pass the word about Some Dude. Use the hashtag #SomeDudePod to get inv...
Jan 05, 2020•1 hr 43 min
The decade is coming to an end and #SomeDudePod breaks down the past 10 years of their lives. The duo also gets into the Drake/Rap Radar conversation and how Drizzy's comments about his beef with Pusha T & Kanye West are built of ego. If you listened to last weeks episode (Check the archives) Bang clears up his comments around Fat Joe's legacy and Mike B dishes on his Dallas Cowboys. Get involve the convo. Use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @JRBang and @MikeB_CHR
Dec 29, 2019•1 hr 52 min
Some Dude is back after a week break. Mike B and J.R. Bang give the details on why they had to take a hiatus. Afterward, Bang talks about the new Star Wars: Rise of The Skywalker and if it's a must-see. We get into the hype about the potential new changes in the NBA Season, Eddie Murphy's return to SNL and Old Nigga Rap. Where does Fat Joe & Cam'ron fit in the legends category? Why do Andre 3000 no confident in his music? Join the conversation! Use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @MikeB_CHR...
Dec 22, 2019•1 hr 52 min
To kick off the episode, Mike B reveals his frustration after his Dallas Cowboys lost the Chicago Bears 31-24. While breaking down the game the Some Dude hosts learn about the death of Rapper Juice WRLD. The conversation leads to Nipsey Hussle and Wack 100's comments about who is a Legend. How do you define a legend? Get involved in the conversation by using the Hashtag #SomeDudePod and tagging @MikeB_CHR and @jrbang
Dec 09, 2019•1 hr 56 min
#SomeDudePod kicks off with a very angry Mike B popping off at Chicago Bears fans before his Dallas Cowboys face them Thursday, December 5th in Chicago. After Mike gets his thoughts off, Mike and Bang talk about the No Limit reunion tour Chicago stop and the social media reaction. Then the Some Dude duo discuss rapper NoName's issue with her fan base and staying that she would stop performing in front of White fans. Last, what are the most overrated and underrated albums this decade? To get invo...
Dec 01, 2019•1 hr 54 min
Bang and Mike B break down Stephen A. Smith's anger aimed at Colin Kapernick and why he has a point. We get a breakdown of the Grammy Awards and who should win each category. We also get reasons on why the Rap Grammys need more categories Last, we get into the Illmatic Vs. It Was Written debate & ask "What is the perfect rap album? When did this debate happen? Nas Is Coming is good to y'all? Y’all overrate Nas and don’t even know it. Do y’all even know what y’all like?
Nov 25, 2019•2 hr 9 min
In this week's episode of #SomeDudePod Bang breaks down Colin Kaepernick's workout and what it really means for him and the NFL. What teams should pick up the former 49ers QB? Bang gives the 3 teams that should take a look at the Free Agent QB. Some Dude also discusses the 20th anniversary of Dr. Dre's album "2001" and Bang questions its classic status based on people's words, Nicki Minaj's legacy and the shock of people saying that the Nas classic "Illmatic" is overrated. To get involved in the...
Nov 17, 2019•1 hr 59 min
In today's episode of #SomeDudePod, Bang kicks off the show breaking down the reaction to his pic with Singer Tank (after his oral sex comments). Once that is out the way, Bang and Mike B talk about the AMC series Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America & why the genre needs more content like this. The duo talks about Busta Rhymes and the No Limit Records/St. Louis controversy. How many classic albums does No Limit have? Get in the conversation by using the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tagging @Mi...
Nov 10, 2019•1 hr 43 min
In the latest episode of #SomeDudePod, Bang begins the show ranting on his Chicago Bears. Once he gets through his frustrations the dup talks about a question from The League's Jon Doh had that was very interesting: "Why is Pac not celebrated like he once was?" Bang breaks down the question and why Hip-Hop needs to do better with Biopics and Documentaries. To get involved in the conversation, use the hashtag #SomeDudePod
Nov 03, 2019•1 hr 35 min
Mike B went to the Chicago premiere of Kanye West's new album "Jesus Is King" and had some thoughts but now that the album has been released what is opinion on the album now? Mike and Bang go back and forth about Clipse reunion on the album and more. Get involved in the conversation by using the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @jrbang & @MikeB_CHR
Oct 27, 2019•1 hr 42 min
In the latest episode of Some Dude, Bang and Mike discuss the statement from Nas saying that he isn't going to celebrate his debut classic "Illmatic" anymore. The Duo also gives some of their predictions from the upcoming 2019-20 NBA Season. Join the conversation! Make sure you use the hashtag #SomeDudePod!
Oct 22, 2019•1 hr 25 min
In this week’s episode of #SomeDudePod, Mike B. & J.R. Bang talks about Wale’s new album “Wow… That’s Crazy” and the stigma that follows the DMV rapper around. After a brief discussion about the term classic,” Mike brings up the debate around an early hot take on Some Dude Pod about Mannie Fresh being overrated. Is the Cash Money “Run” overrated? Rate, like, subscribe and download Some Dude Podcast. To get in the conversation, use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @JRBANG and @MikeB_CHR
Oct 13, 2019•1 hr 26 min
Is Mike B. still in his R&B bag after releases from Summer Walker and Sabrina Claudio? Mike B gives his thoughts on both artists and their new releases and why Summer Walker sings R&B for Madison & Pulaski. J.R. Bang talks about the latest Social Media viral moment: 10 Albums that influenced your life and why the music from the Motion Picture: Mo Money is maybe the most underrated soundtrack ever. Join the conversation! Make sure you use the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tag @MikeB_CHR an...
Oct 07, 2019•1 hr 26 min
In this weeks episode of #SomeDudePod, Mike B. talks about the Chicago listening party and his thoughts on what potentially will be the album. He also speaks on if the “Old Kanye” is really gone. Mike also talks about how his music listening habits have changed and breaks down some classic albums from Sadé, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson and more!
Sep 29, 2019•1 hr 25 min
We are on Episode 8 of #SomeDudePod and hosts Mike B and J.R. Bang revisits their R&B conversation from episode 7. Mike sat down and listened to albums from SiR, Snoh Aaleagra and even went back to Lalah Hathaway’s debut album from 1990! They also recap their playlists including Mike B’s Chris Brown playlist, the latest on Antonio Brown and more. Make sure you get in the conversation by using the hashtag #SomeDudePod and tagging @jrbang and @MikeB_Chr
Sep 22, 2019•1 hr 26 min
