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The Gangster Chronicles

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Welcome to the "Gangster Chronicles", where Gangster Rap lives.  Gangster Chronicles takes you on an unforgettable journey through the heart of hip-hop. with host, Bigg Steele, alongside the legendary MC Eiht, together, we're diving deep into the visceral world of Gangsta Rap.

On this podcast, we unravel the intricate tapestry of one of music's most influential and misunderstood sub-genres, exploring the formative artists, monumental albums, and socio-political factors that have shaped Gangsta Rap from its gritty emergence in the 1980s to its enduring impact today.

Prepare for candid interviews with legendary rappers and producers, their entourage, and industry moguls as we illuminate the untold stories from the streets that birthed unforgettable beats and rhymes. This podcast is more than just music; it's a journey through the trials, triumphs, controversy, and raw reality that fueled Gangsta Rap.

From the groundbreaking era of N.W.A to the thought-provoking lyricism of Kendrick Lamar, from Compton's street corners to the global stage, Gangster Chronicles unfolds the evolution of this uniquely American art form. We explore the socio-cultural aspects that Gangsta Rap boldly addressed, providing a comprehensive understanding of the profound cultural significance this genre holds.

Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the scene, Gangster Chronicles offers an authentic, gritty, and enlightening perspective into the world of Gangsta Rap. Get ready to delve into the chronicles of a genre that has not only defined a generation but continues to reverberate through the annals of music history. This is Gangster Chronicles—where the beats are raw, the stories are real, and the impact is everlasting.

 

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Episodes

EP 81: International Madam

In this episode we speak with Nives Gadoni who ran New York's underground brothels and hosted sex parties for the Wall Street elite. In addition to running a prostitution ring, she also sold drugs to her customers and was eventually busted for drug distribution after being snitched on by former Bad Boy associate "Uncle Paulie". Nives clientele included some of the US Governments highest ranking officials including members of the White House! Listen as she talks about her former life and clients,...

Nov 19, 202046 minSeason 7Ep. 81

Ep: 80 Prison Break: Chasing Freedom

In this special episode of Gangster Chronicles we have the first ever person to escape a maximum security prison not once, but twice Quawntay "Bosco" Adams. From 11 year old drug dealer to a man facing life behind the walls, listen to one man's incredible journey and you will see why some of the world's most brilliant people are on the other side of the law. To order his book "Chasin' Freedom" visit quawntayboscoadams.com MAKE SURE YOU SUBSCRIBE, RATE AND LEAVE A COMMENT SUBSCRIBE www.oggangster...

Nov 16, 20201 hr 3 minSeason 7Ep. 80

EP 79: Brooklyn 2 Los Angeles w/ Doggie Diamonds

On this episode we have Brooklyn's Doggie Diamonds on the concrete couch. We discuss the rise of the Bloods and Crips in New York, his relationship with the late Notorious B.I.G. and Lil Kim, his run in with Tupac and why New Yorker's initially thought West Coast rappers were p-ssy. Tap in to hear this and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Nov 12, 20201 hr 21 minSeason 7Ep. 79

EP:78 Genesis: "The Birth of Bangin"

We have the founder of the Eiht Tray Crips Melvin Farmer and Compton original Blood Piru Ayatollah Marv in studio to break down the history of the Crips and Bloods. They go into detail about how the sets were birthed out the Black Panther movement, How Countelpro strategically killed the pro-black movement and how because of their young age they moved through the hood with impunity. Question of the week Did you vote, if you did, tell us who you voted for and why, and if you didn't vote tell us w...

Nov 05, 20201 hr 39 minSeason 7Ep. 78

EP 77: Who Done It? Lead Homicide Det. Set's Biggie Murder Straight

In this brief Ep, Greg Kading, the lead detective in the Notorious B.I.G. murder investigation set's the record straight and gives the facts on who done it and has a message for those misleading the public. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 30, 202015 minSeason 7Ep. 77

EP 76: Mobb Ties Ft, J.Prince

Awwww Yeah! We had a conversation with one of our homies that happens to be a major player, the man who put the G in "Gangster" J. Prince. We caught up with J rolling in his Rolls Royce through his native 5th Ward Houston, Tx and had the opportunity to chop up a few things. We talked about his brother, "Sir Rap-A-Lot" who's presently sitting on a 22 year bid and even touched on Birdman to find out if he ever cleared his delinquent payment. J even broke down what it means to get a courtesy call v...

Oct 29, 202048 minSeason 7Ep. 76

EP 75: Killa Cali w/ Greg Kading

We sit down and conversate with former Los Angeles homicide detective and the author of Murder Rap: The Untold Story of the Biggie Smalls & Tupac Shakur Murder Investigations Greg Kading. We discuss the rash of murders through out the years in California, from the Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G. homicides, to Nipsey Hussle and Pop Smoke. We also discuss the tools that law enforcement utilizes to solve cases from paid informants to geo-fencing with cell phones and why the majority of murder...

Oct 22, 20201 hr 54 minSeason 7Ep. 75

EP 74: MC EIHT SPEAKS

MC Eiht addresses a rumor and a real Chi-Town G checks in with Eiht to further expose the lie. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 19, 202020 minSeason 7Ep. 74

The City Of Dope Ft. Too Short

In the season premiere of "The Gangster Chronicles" we sit down with the legendary Too Short. We discuss how the lucrative late eighties crack trade financed his music career and his brief time as a pimp. Too Short also shares a funny story with us about the last time he snorted cocaine and much more. Official Gangster Chronicles merchandise click here FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: www.instagram.com/thegangsterchroniclespodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/TgcpodcastOG Facebook: https://www.f...

Oct 15, 20201 hr 17 minSeason 7Ep. 73

The South Central Cartel Episode

Tonight we have legendary gangster rap group South Central Cartel in the building, They discuss the Mobb Deep controversy and much much more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 07, 20201 hr 16 minSeason 7Ep. 72

Election Season Pt 2 U-God

In the second of a 2 part series about politics we check in Wu Tang Clan's U-God to hear his thoughts on this upcoming election. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 24, 202029 minSeason 7Ep. 71

Election Season Pt 1

In this 2 part series we cover the importance of the local elections . We have Priscilla Lenares that's running for City Council and political activist Choo Choo on the show to discuss whats going on in the inland empire. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 24, 202047 minSeason 7Ep. 70

Rags 2 Riches

On this episode we check in with Mack 10 for a brief convo and talk about the importance of managing money in the hood. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 03, 20201 hr 15 minSeason 7Ep. 69

EP 68: Heroin Inheritance w Cavario Hunter

On this episode we have author, former owner of Don Diva magazine, and D-Boy Cavario Hunter. We discuss his life as a third generation dealer, the books he's published and much more. We would like to officially welcome him to the show as a full time contributor. Grab the best earbuds in the market, RAYCON! Save 15% by using our special code http://www.BUYRAYCON.com/TGC101 See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastne...

Jul 27, 202059 minSeason 7Ep. 68

EP | 67 Cocaine Economics w/ Al Profit

On this episode we sit down with American Dopes Al Profit. We discuss the eighties influx of coke that impacted the drugs value on the streets and the American welfare state. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 202053 minSeason 7Ep. 67

Ghost : "An Inside Job"

We had an opportunity to speak with DJ Verrett AKA "Ghost". On February 6, 1990 Ghost was arrested on drug charges at the age of 19, and was sentenced to 19 ½ years of imprisonment. After serving 16 years 10 months and 3 days in some of America’s most notorious federal prisons DJ Verrett was released on November 1, 2006. The day he was released DJ Verrett made the decision to change everything about him. He immediately began to give back to the community by volunteering his time with an organiza...

Jul 10, 20201 hr 20 minSeason 7Ep. 66

Paperwork | Ori Spado's Revenge

We have Ori Spado in studio today discussing his long term beef with Mobster Michael Franzese. Check out "Animal Instincts" written by "Award Winning" Author SL Jackson. Get your copy of "Animal Instincts" at http://www.1SLJACKSON.com See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 04, 202046 minSeason 6Ep. 65

From Trapping and Prison to YouTube Millions

We have Slim and Mr. Organik in studio where we discuss Slim's time in prison and Mr. Organik's old days in the drug trade and how they took a gamble and headed west to build one of the biggest YouTube channels "Tall Guy Car Reviews" and "Top of The Mook Podcast" . Support Our Sponsors To our true fans, we don't use Patreon, or hit our fans up for money. If you appreciate the show, we ask that you support our sponsors Make sure you support our sponsor Raycon Earbuds and save some serious dough b...

Jun 26, 20201 hr 34 minSeason 6Ep. 64

From Raised Fist To Rags w/ Nino Cappucino

On this episode we discuss how the pro-black movement spawned gangs and much more with the return of friend of the show Nino Cappucino, See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 19, 20201 hr 35 minSeason 6Ep. 63

TGC Presents"The Foundation" w Ray Benzino & Jo Jo Capone

On this pilot EP of "The Foundation" James McDonald, Bigg Steele, JoJo Capone & Ray Benzino discuss the current climate, The temperature of Death Row @ The Source Awards and much more. Save 15% on Raycon Earbuds by visitinghttp://www.BUYRAYCON.com/TGC101 See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 13, 202057 minSeason 6Ep. 62

The Trick Bag-Probation

On this EP we discuss the trick bag known as probation then we sit in with LA's greatest hustler TY and listen to how he went from a lifestyle of fast money to the State Pen in the blink of an eye! Tonight, Friday 6/12/20 @ 7PM we are dropping a bonus EP with our Chicago homeboy Chi-Town's JoJo Capone & Boston's Ray Benzino for some serious convo. GET 15% OFF RAYCON EARBUDS http://www.BUYRAYCON.COM/TGC101 BEST EARBUDS PERIOD! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Lear...

Jun 12, 20201 hr 19 minSeason 6Ep. 61

A Young G's Perspective w/Fat boy SSE

On this episode we sit down with the young homie Fat Boy SSE to get a different perspective on these times that we live in. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 06, 20201 hr 12 minSeason 6Ep. 60

City Under Siege plus Reggie checks in

Another man dead at the hands of law enforcement. James and Steele discuss the facts and discuss what needs to happen, Our brother Reggie Wright Jr. also checks in with some good news. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 29, 20201 hr 18 minSeason 6Ep. 59

Mouse Trap For A Rat

In this episode TGC is joined by the new podcast 'On The Line". They discuss the snitching.epidemic and other hot topics. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 21, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 6Ep. 58

What is snitching? w/ Glasses Malone (Bonus EP)

On this bonus EP we sat down with rapper Glasses Malone to discuss snitching. Press play and enjoy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 14, 202051 minSeason 6Ep. 57

Prison Is Big Business

On this episode of TGC we touch on Matthew Charles who was released from prison, only to be sent back, The billion dollar prison industry and much more! Sign up for our premium YouTube channel for the secret TGC episodes and much more byclicking here Purchase TGC merch right here Make sure you get your pair of Raycon earbuds at a 15% discount by visiting http://www.BUYRAYCON.com/TGC101 See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.i...

May 05, 20201 hr 20 minSeason 6Ep. 56

The Warren G Episode

In this episode we had the opportunity to sit down with the legendary Warren G. We discussed his past and his present, as well as his new BBQ business. This is one for the ages. Due to CV19 we haven't been in studio, so the sound is not the best but just know we are doing what we have to do to provide you with this content that we hope you enjoy. For exclusive episodes of The Gangster Chronicles and other shows not found anywhere else join our premium YouTube channel by clicking here TGC is spon...

Apr 28, 20201 hr 6 minSeason 6Ep. 55

FACE OFF: "The Gene Deal Episode"

James and Gene Deal have a conversation for the ages. They address everything from Reggie Wright Jr. to the Biggie Smalls murder. You don't want to miss. To save 15% on Raycon Earbuds visit BUYRACON.com/TGC101 These are the best earbuds on the market. If you want to support the show AND step your earbud game up, HIT THE LINK NOW! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Apr 22, 20201 hr 32 minSeason 6Ep. 54

The Jo Jo Capone Episode

Today we had the pleasure of chopping it up with Chi-Raq's Jo Jo Capone. James and Jo Jo discussed his upbringing in the system, his rise in the street ranks and much more. They also have a long discussion about the legendary Dr. Sebi as Jo Jo recounts him curing a man of cancer and paralysis. It get's deep! We apologize for not dropping in a while but it's real out here. James lost his cousin to this virus, so we are staying as safe as we can. We will be dropping content a few times a week to m...

Apr 12, 20201 hr 18 minSeason 6Ep. 53

What's A Telephone Bill?: Reggie Check's In

We are out of the studio this week due to the quarantine, but never fear, we have a convo between Reggie & Alex to hold you down and a double header coming next week. The 2 discuss James response to Reggie's comments on Bomb 1st and touch on some other subjects. These are crazy times, stay safe and look out for you and your family. God Bless! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.c...

Mar 19, 202029 minSeason 5Ep. 52
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