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10 years after the killing of Trayvon Martin, Ekin and The Lawfather, William Franchi, attempt to get some clarity on the facts of the case against his killer and what the “Stand Your Ground” law really means. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast and show your support for the […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: Little Brother appeared first on Radio Influence.

Rhymes can pay in more ways than one. The Lawfather, William Franchi, comes through to give us the legal take on DaBaby possibly giving up the bag to Dani Leigh’s brother for that bowling alley beatdown, and Empire artist Ron Suno talks about his rise in the drill rap scene and whether the scene is […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: Rhyme Pays appeared first on Radio Influence.

University of South Florida Public Health Major Alexis Robinson joins Ekin to discuss how the news of today is affecting Gen Z. From Kanye to COVID to Officer Kim Potter and the killing of Daunte Wright; it’s a full news cycle for sure. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: News That Matters…To Who Though? appeared first on Radio Influence.

With the suicide of former Miss America Cheslie Kryst at the top of the news, Ekin examines being the Real YOU vs the Digital YOU. Plus 808 Mafia/Epic Records artist Raw Youngin comes through. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast with DJ Ekin and show your support for the […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: Rose Colored Glasses appeared first on Radio Influence.

Is the marketing of dark-skinned black vs light-skinned black women in entertainment an issue? Freelance writer Nikki Hutch (You’re Not Wrong Podcast) and Brand Marketing Director Brianna Blandford join the pod to discuss. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast with DJ Ekin and show your support for the podcast […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: We Are Family appeared first on Radio Influence.

Dipset co-founder & trendsetter, Jim Jones, on his latest Gangsta Grillz release with DJ Drama, working with Migos, his place in the game today, and the diversity of his hip hop portfolio. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast with DJ Ekin and show your support for the podcast by […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: We Set The Trends appeared first on Radio Influence.

Cory Sparks, VP of Promotion at Epic Records, stops by the pod to give Ekin some insight into what goes into promoting some of the biggest artists in hip hop. From Travis Scott to Future, to Rick Ross, to DJ Khaled, and more, Mr. Sparks has been making his mark in the industry. Peep game! […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: Used To This appeared first on Radio Influence.

Everyone thinks it’s over for a rapper when they don’t see their names on the charts anymore. But for MIMS, it’s been just the opposite. From apps to NFTs and everything in between when it comes to tech, listen and learn why this dude is still hot. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: This Is Why I’m Still Hot appeared first on Radio Influence.

Clinical psychologist Dr. Audrey Townsel and Ekin take a closer look at DaBaby and Dani Leigh’s IG Live confrontation and Nick Cannon’s new artist TraeTwoThree takes a break from the studio to tell us about his upcoming projects and what’s happening now in Crenshaw. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: If I Was Your Girlfriend appeared first on Radio Influence.

Bay Area spitter/Atlantic Records recording artist Symba (@theRealSymba) gives Ekin the in & outs on his rise (& falls) in the industry; and why he don’t run from R.A.P. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast with DJ Ekin and show your support for the podcast by leaving a 5-star […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: Symba Interview appeared first on Radio Influence.

Former Tampa Bay Bucs lineman Ian Beckles (@ian_beckles) stops thru the pod to talk a week of chaotic news for the NFL, and Ekin learns what it takes to be a publicist to the stars from PR/Mktg exec Carlos Scott (@carlosscott). Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast with DJ […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: As The Story Goes appeared first on Radio Influence.

Def Jam recording artist Kendra Jae hops on this episode of the #hhshpodcast w/DJ Ekin to talk about everything from being on the road with Beyoncé and Drake to going from dancer to recording artist and now dropping her own music. Plus #meekmill and his label issues! Is Rick Ross to blame? Let’s Go! Thanks […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: BIG Business appeared first on Radio Influence.

Ekin still ain’t here for the canceling of Dave Chappelle or seeing artists continue to get ripped off. Plus, recording artist David S. Gray stops by the pod to talk about his latest project and why ownership and giving back are so important. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: Talk 2 Me Nice appeared first on Radio Influence.

Brandon Gomes from MTV reality show Siesta Key talks his new single “Chop Shop”, getting his break in his hometown on Sarasota, FL, and what it’s really like being on a hit reality show. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast with DJ Ekin and show your support for the […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: Brandon Gomes appeared first on Radio Influence.

Barbershop talk vs real facts. The Lawfather helps Ekin get through what’s fact and what’s fiction when it comes to the law and the R. Kelly case. Thanks for listening to this episode of Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast with DJ Ekin and show your support for the podcast by leaving a 5-star rating and […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: “Seems Like You’re Ready (Or Not)” appeared first on Radio Influence.

Fresh off “podcast hiatus” DJ Ekin returns with the Hip Hop Study Hall Podcast. This week, @AskDrChi (Twitter)/@Ask_DrChi (IG) joins the pod to talk black & brown “Covid” concerns, the miseducation on Nicki Minaj, and are we being too hard on Karen Civil and other black business owners? Thanks for listening to this episode of […] The post Hip Hop Study Hall: No Lie appeared first on Radio Influence.

They say all good things must come to an end and the #djekinpodcast as we know it is no different. But what’s next for Ekin & Brittany? Plus up and coming boxer Ricardo “Finesse” Graham and his manager join the pod. Thanks for listening to this episode of The DJ Ekin Podcast with Brittany Gonzalez […] The post DJ Ekin Podcast: The Start To The Ending appeared first on Radio Influence.

As the fallout continues from DaBaby’s rant at Rolling Loud, Ekin assembles a panel of well-respected ladies in media to discuss the long-term effects. Can DaBaby bounce back? Are we as hip hop fans and the media partly responsible? Or are we just witnessing a “masterpiece” of cancellation? Thanks for listening to this episode of […] The post DJ Ekin Podcast: Still Rolling LOUD appeared first on Radio Influence.

DaBaby, Rolling Loud, etc etc etc. Is it time to cancel one of hip hop’s favorites or are folks overreacting? Miguel Fuller (HOT 101.5) joins the pod to break down the bigger picture. Thanks for listening to this episode of The DJ Ekin Podcast with Brittany Gonzalez and show your support for the podcast by […] The post DJ Ekin Podcast: Rolling LOUD appeared first on Radio Influence.

#DONDA; The album that is, but isn’t. Is Kanye playing too much? Should there be limits on being a best friend? And Florida newcomer Jayla Young drops in to talk about her new single “Werk” and what it’s like working with the baddest b*tch Trina. Thanks for listening to this episode of The DJ Ekin […] The post DJ Ekin Podcast: Watch The Throne appeared first on Radio Influence.