Welcome to the first episode of Curated Chaos, the newest podcast on the Need to Know Network dropping EVERY MONDAY. Subscribe to our Patreon to access Curated Chaos episode visuals, weekly parlays from SaVon, first access to merch and live events in 2025, and much more! - https://patreon.com/needtoknowpodcast This week, join SaVon, Alex, and Regi as they blind rank musical artists who crossed over into acting, build their dream date with only $15 dollars, debate which shows need a remake or a s...
Feb 10, 2025•59 min
SaVon kicks off this week’s episode with some shocking news before the gang recaps the GRAMMYS, including overarching themes, Kanye West’s red carpet appearance and his wife Bianca Censori showing up “nude” (in a sheer dress), Complex’s Jordan Rose facilitating a truce between Kai Cenat and Elliott Wilson, Kai’s live stream of the red carpet, Doechii’s Best Rap Album win and if Future and Metro Boomin got snubbed, Kendrick Lamar winning five awards for “Not Like Us,” Beyoncé winning Album of the...
Feb 05, 2025•2 hr 19 min•Ep. 296
Alex opens this week’s episode with thoughts on the collaboration between Popeyes and Don Julio before SaVon brings up the Detroit rapper who sued Lyft for weight discrimination and calls out certain sports media personalities who speak on pop culture news. Later, the crew speaks on if grown men can play video games, Bruno Mars and Sexyy Red’s “Fat Juicy & Wet,” and 2025 GRAMMY Awards predictions. They also discuss **TRIGGER WARNING** Akademiks being banned from Twitch over grooming allegati...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 295
SaVon gets right to it by asking Alex what podcasts he’s been listening to lately before the gang makes sense of the recent TikTok (un)ban and what it means for our privacy. Later, they recap Snoop Dogg, Nelly, and Soulja Boy performing ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration, the inauguration ceremonies, and Trump’s first actions in office. They also discuss what their first executive orders would be if they were President, the one thing they know they will do no matter what, how actors and actres...
Jan 23, 2025•2 hr 22 min•Ep. 294
The NTK crew reunites for SaVon's birthday and begins by recapping last week's episode with Elliott Wilson before commenting on Cam’Ron and Jim Jones' recent issues. Later, they discuss Fox Sports' Skip Bayless and Joy Taylor being named in a lawsuit by former employee Noushin Faraji, Drake's "Fighting Irish Freestyle" and Akademiks' speculation about a beef between The Boy and LeBron James, and SaVon not knowing that Jimmy Carter passed away. They also make sense of the devastating wildfires in...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 293
Subscribe to the 'We Have More Thoughts' audio feed so you can listen to the rest of WHMT #010 and don't miss the weekly drops on Wednesday! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-have-more-thoughts/id1789411202 https://open.spotify.com/show/2PbPUFkx9YEJSUYdFEMLlK?si=s-K4QdSKRwWW2IbZUSwKBg This week, Alex, Pierre, and Q make sense of why more and more men are being called baddies, the most questionable rap bars of all times, the weirdest festishes, divorce not making sense after a certain age,...
Jan 10, 2025•29 min
To kick off 2025, SaVon, Alex, and Regi are joined by friend of the show and Hip-Hop media legend, Elliott Wilson , who wastes no time doubling down on some of his gripes with new media (0:00) before elaborating on his recent comments about Cam’ron and Mase’s ‘It Is What It Is’ (15:22). Next, Elliott addresses his beef with Regi at the end of 2023 (24:41), plays a game called “What Is Elliott…” (34:38) debates being independent versus having corporate partners (42:16), and answers some more pers...
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 292
In Part 2 of a two-part 2024 recap episode, the gang reflects on the podcast (0:00) and Nyla Symone’s year (21:54) before recapping the top moments in pop culture in Q3 (29:11) and Q4 (1:02:21). They also share their top 5 albums of the year (1:15:58), show love to all those we lost (1:23:56), name the biggest losers and MVPs of 2024 (1:25:50), and much more! Book your next podcast recording at Need to Know Studios TODAY - https://needtoknowstudios.com/ If you're new here and enjoy this episode,...
Dec 30, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 291
For the final episode of what was a crazy 2024, friend of the show Nyla Symone joins to recap the year. The gang begins with words to describe 2024 (4:54) before detailing how they’d explain the year in Hip-Hop to an alien (12:10) and breaking down the top moments in pop culture in Q1 (19:14) and Q2 (54:51). This is Part 1 of a two-part podcast. The full episode is available exclusively on Patreon - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast Book your next podcast recording at Need to Know Studios TODAY ...
Dec 25, 2024•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 291
SaVon begins with a shocking admission that he wants to be known as a comedian going forward (0:00) before Regi recaps her experience at J. Cole’s rehearsal and ‘2014 Forest Hills Drive’ 10th anniversary show at Madison Square Garden (13:38). Later, SaVon gives out his Ghostwriter of the Year award (40:22) and the gang speaks on Jamie Foxx’s altercation at his 57th birthday party (55:25). They also discuss updates surrounding Jay-Z’s r**e allegations (1:00:14), Remy Ma and Papoose’s split (1:13:...
Dec 19, 2024•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 290
If enjoy this preview, join us over on Patreon where we release bonus episodes EVERY MONDAY and don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast On this Patreon exclusive episode of the Need to Know Podcast, Regi kicks things off by asking SaVon for parlay tips before the duo speaks on how they handle their personal finances, the best decision they’ve ever made in their lives, and more! Book your next podcast recording at Need to Know Studios TODAY - https://needtoknowstudios.com/ Jo...
Dec 16, 2024•8 min
This week, Regi begins by asking SaVon and Alex which moments in history they wish they were a fly on the wall for (0:00) before SaVon recaps an awkward encounter he recently had at his barbershop (13:29). Later, the gang speaks on **TRIGGER WARNING** accusations that Jay-Z r**ed a 13-year-old girl with Diddy in 2000 (25:27) and Andrew Schulz taking shots at Kendrick Lamar after hearing “wacced out murals” (55:36). They also discuss CEOs who need to go into hiding (1:18:54), Jamie Foxx speaking ...
Dec 11, 2024•2 hr 29 min•Ep. 289
If enjoy this preview, join us over on Patreon where we release bonus episodes EVERY MONDAY and don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast On this Patreon exclusive episode of the Need to Know Podcast, SaVon and Regi begin by reminiscing on their first sit-down interview in 2020 before Regi asks SaVon how he shoots his shot with women. Later, SaVon shares some sad news about his neighborhood bar, Regi recaps her trip to Brazil, and the duo speaks about the future of the podcast...
Dec 09, 2024•10 min
SaVon begins by asking Alex some invasive questions (0:00) before the gang addresses the elephant in the room from last week (9:02). Later, they review Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’ (24:00) and highlight Kendrick and SZA announcing their Grand National Tour (1:11:46). They also discuss Drake filing two petitions against Universal Music Group over accusations of inflated streams and defamation on “Not Like Us” (1:21:15), J. Cole announcing a one-night concert at Madison Square Garden and dropping more o...
Dec 04, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Ep. 288
PROGRAMMING NOTE - This episode was recorded prior to Kendrick Lamar releasing 'GNX' Regi opens this special Thanksgiving episode by revealing that she has learned how to become a superior man (0:00). Later, the gang shares some quotes they live by (14:47) and the things they are grateful for in 2024 (26:14). They also blindly rank holidays (52:53), share their favorite Caucasian classic songs (59:35) and songs they’d perform to get their significant other back (1:11:00), and much more! Book you...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 287
SaVon kicks things off by revealing that he feels attacked for his age and use of “lol” before the gang discusses their texting etiquette (0:00) and Regi introduces a new segment called “Regi’s Riddles” (13:07). Later, the gang recaps the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight (18:13) and J. Cole announcing his new audio series ‘Inevitable’ and dropping ‘The Come Up’ on DSPs (46:28). They also discuss if Drake is going through a midlife crisis (1:10:29), Billboard’s Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century li...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 286
If enjoy this preview, join us over on Patreon where we release bonus episodes EVERY MONDAY and don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast On this Patreon exclusive episode of the Need to Know Podcast, SaVon begins by explaining his recent absence from Patreon and how his mindset has shifted since turning 30. Later, the gang discusses how men and women prioritize their personal lives differently, the perks associated with their different life circumstances, and much more! Book ...
Nov 18, 2024•9 min
Despite his hesitations about Tesla’s robots, Alex begins by admitting that he could use a clone in his life, and everyone tries to guess the deficiencies their clones would have (0:00). Later, the gang address Regi’s haters (5:59), shares exciting updates about Need to Know Studios and the Need to Know Patreon (10:35), and breaks down the 2025 GRAMMY nominations (24:46). They also discuss Jack Black’s obsession with the devil (1:10:42), **SPOILER ALERT** HBO’s ‘The Penguin’ receiving phenomenal...
Nov 13, 2024•2 hr 33 min•Ep. 285
If enjoy this preview, join us over on Patreon where we release bonus episodes EVERY MONDAY and don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast On this Patreon exclusive episode of the Need to Know Podcast, the gang begins by revealing the nastiest places they’ve taken a s**t before Alex admits that he likes to eavesdrop on people’s conversations while commuting to work. Later, Alex introduces SaVon to a new phrase, SaVon pleads with Kodak Black to get his life together, the gang sp...
Nov 11, 2024•11 min
Regi begins by revealing that she has learned that SaVon and Alex are Facebook aunties (0:00) before SaVon calls his father to wish him a happy birthday (26:13). Later, the gang reacts to Donald Trump defeating Kamala Harris in the Presidential election (32:20) and pays their respects to Quincy Jones and all those of the culture who have passed in the last few months (59:50). They also discuss Young Thug’s release from prison (1:07:42), Lil Wayne’s latest Lil WeezyAna Fest and why it says a lot ...
Nov 07, 2024•2 hr 21 min•Ep. 284
If enjoy this preview, join us over on Patreon where we release bonus episodes EVERY MONDAY and don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast On this Patreon exclusive episode of the Need to Know Podcast, friend of the show Armon Sadler is back and the gang begins by discussing the realities of today’s job market, speaking on their experiences coming out of college, and sharing some advice for those struggling to land a new gig. Later, Alex and Armon speak on their exchange on Twi...
Nov 04, 2024•10 min
On behalf of the entire Need to Know family, we'd like to take a moment to offer our deepest condolences to DJ Clark Kent's family, friends, and loved ones following the Hip-Hop icon's passing. This week, Regi wastes no time asking the guys what they’d ask women if they were cast members on ‘Love Is Blind’ (0:00) before everyone speaks on winning the 2024 Signal Award for Best Co-Host Team (27:02). In music, they discuss Lil Durk’s arrest on murder for hire charges (39:01) and Tyler, The Creator...
Oct 30, 2024•2 hr 15 min•Ep. 283
If enjoy this preview, join us over on Patreon where we release bonus episodes EVERY MONDAY and don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast On this Patreon exclusive episode of the Need to Know Podcast, Alex and Regi are joined by friend of the show Armon Sadler and begin by breaking down their Sunday routines and how YouTube TV has elevated the NFL watching experience. Later, Regi reveals that teenagers don’t kiss on porches anymore due to Ring cameras and the gang talks about ...
Oct 28, 2024•10 min
Regi kicks things off by calling out Alex for being the first person she’s ever seen to finish a full-size tub of Vaseline (0:42) before SaVon shows love to Liam Payne following his tragic passing (15:04) and declares that he’s never saying the n-word on camera again (24:08). Later, the gang debates the legitimacy of the phrase “Happy Wife, Happy Life” (29:57) and Tommy Richman submitting his music for nominations in the GRAMMY Awards’ Rap categories (43:18). They also discuss Young Thug’s tweet...
Oct 23, 2024•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 282
If enjoy this preview, join us over on Patreon where we release bonus episodes EVERY MONDAY and don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast On this Patreon exclusive episode of the Need to Know Podcast, Alex and Regi begin by giving their definitions of a morning person before discussing the different ways people get the attention of people they are attracted to. Later, the duo explains why they keep their social media notifications silent and go through some of their hidden DMs...
Oct 21, 2024•12 min
On this week’s episode of the Need to Know Podcast, SaVon, Alex, and Regi begin by addressing the hate directed toward Mandii B on last week’s episode (0:42) before the gang makes sense of the viral video of a homeless man circulating social media (10:34). Later, they comment on Elon Musk introducing Optimus, Tesla’s humanoid robot (20:29), and breakdown J. Cole’s “Port Antonio” and what it means in the context of this year’s feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar (39:28). They also discuss the t...
Oct 17, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 281
Vote for us for Best Co-Host Team in this year’s Signal Awards - https://bit.ly/3XOYeoq If enjoy this preview, join us over on Patreon where we release bonus episodes EVERY MONDAY and don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast On this Patreon exclusive episode of the Need to Know Podcast, Regi kicks things off by asking Alex how he’s feeling after the first week of running Need to Know Studios before a question from Alex leads Regi to give the brutal truth about women during th...
Oct 14, 2024•10 min
Vote for us for Best Co-Host Team in this year’s Signal Awards - https://bit.ly/3XOYeoq On the heels of the opening of Need to Know Studios, Mandii B is back in rare form! The gang begins by reminiscing on the last time Mandii was on pod and all that has happened since (1:16) before SaVon asks Mandii if she’s been to a Diddy party (13:58), Mandii gives condolences to those affected by Hurricane Milton (24:06), and the gang speaks on Vice President Kamala Harris guesting on ‘Call Her Daddy’ with ...
Oct 10, 2024•2 hr 9 min•Ep. 280
Vote for us for Best Co-Host Team in this year’s Signal Awards - https://bit.ly/3XOYeoq If enjoy this preview, join us over on Patreon where we release bonus episodes EVERY MONDAY and don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast On this Patreon exclusive episode of the Need to Know Podcast, Alex and Regi begin by flaming Savon for his handwriting before Regi shares a scandalous story from her college days and the gang discuss crazy moments from past relationships. Strap in and gr...
Oct 07, 2024•9 min
Vote for us for Best Co-Host Team in this year’s Signal Awards - https://bit.ly/3XOYeoq While Regi is off on a top-secret mission, SaVon and Alex are joined by friends of the show, Armon Sadler (Hip-Hop Reporter at VIBE Magazine) and Miss2Bees (Digital Producer & Social Media Manager). The gang begins by speaking on why they hate Twitter today (8:54) before breaking down rumors that Cardi B was cheating on Offset while she was pregnant with his child (14:22), Drake’s latest unfollowing spree...
Oct 03, 2024•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 279
