Best Aaron Kev Tim Podcasts (2024)

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Conflict: College Protests, K-Dot and Drake. 1:05:30

2M ago1:05:30

1:05:30

Student protesters have faced the wrath of police, media, and public outrage in the last few weeks. Has it been justified, partially justified, or is it an example of a view that will age poorly over time? MMSN weighs in. Drake and Kendrick. What more is there to say? We live this hip-hop thing, so you know MMSN weighed in. Join us as we get into t…

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The JMJ Trial and Club Shay Shay's Cultural Impact 1:14:22

4M ago1:14:22

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My Mic Sounds Nice takes a saddened journey examining and even attending the Jam Master Jay murder trial. And after seeing some of it play out before our eyes, we share our thoughts from an up close and personal perspective. Also, Club Shay Shay has broken the internet. It also has pitted some of the black communities greatest artists against each …

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Drake V. Mos Def - Pop Music Or Hip Hop? 1:11:31

6M ago1:11:31

1:11:31

My Mic Sounds Nice has a banger this week! We dig into Nikki Haley and her unique ideas on American history. We examine her thoughts and share ours! Then we really have some fun, as we discuss Drake and Mos Def. Was Mos right? Is Drake hip-hop, is he pop, or is he somewhere in between? MMSN gets into it, and let's just say we definitely disagree! S…

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Flutes, Oboe's, and Oh No...Did You Really Say That? 1:03:05

8M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

My Mic Sounds Nice is back with an episode about all the things that can't be discussed! Why is nuance discussion lost to our public discourse when it is most needed? The brothers investigate. Also, we discuss creativity and age. Andre 3000 felt he didn't have anything to say as a rapper of "a certain age." We discuss the validity of hip hop as onl…

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The Midnight Marauders Black Reign of the 36 Chambers! 50:42

8M ago50:42

50:42

My Mic Sounds Nice is back! The crew celebrates the 30th anniversary of three seminal albums released in November 1993. Queen Latifah's Black Reign with the mega-hit U.N.I.T.Y, released 11/16/93, A Tribe Called Quest and their classic third album Midnight Marauders, and the debut genius of The Wu-Tang Clan's Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) - both r…

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My Mic Sounds Nice Celebrates Hip Hop Turned 50! 1:04:04

11M ago1:04:04

1:04:04

My Mic Sounds Nice celebrated hip hop, turning 50 on August 11th. Attending various shows, basketball games, and, as a highlight, returning to the Mecca - the birthplace of hip hop - 1520 Sedgwick Avenue, Bronx, NY, to attend a block party celebrating the 50-year anniversary. We got stories! Tune in to hear our thoughts on the shows, the block part…

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Can I Live? - Jay-Z vs. A.I. 56:56

1y ago56:56

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This week My Mic Sounds Nice discusses Jay Z vs. Artificial Intelligence and the Tennesee legislative body vs. the constituents! Computers are out in these streets impersonating stars. What's an artist to do? My Mic Sounds Nice knows. Looking for Republican racism? Well, as Arrested Development said, "he guided me to Tennessee." And there we found …

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Buy, Borrow or Burn ?! 7:52

1+ y ago7:52

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It Takes A Nation of Millions vs. Illmatic vs. Black On Both Sides! If you could only own one? Which would you keep/ If you had to borrow or destroy one of the remaining classics, what would you do? What could you live without? Well, MMSN weighed in, and some of our choices will surprise you! You might agree or think we are just nuts! Either way, c…

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Black QBs and a NBA YoungBoy 1:22:52

1+ y ago1:22:52

1:22:52

Two black QBs in the Super Bowl for the very first time. Have we finally crossed to a true meritocracy, or does black QB bias still live in the NFL? We discuss, debate and direct the situation. And NBA YoungBoy has a change of hearty on his violent lyrics. Is it cap, is it real, does it even matter, or can his words impact his HUGE following, MMSN …

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The Tyre Nichols Tragedy 29:01

1+ y ago29:01

29:01

Here we are once again! Sadly, MMSN is forced to deal with another police brutality tragedy. In Memphis the tragic and brutal murder of Tyre Nichols mere feet from his home compelled us to bare our hearts, voice our frustrations, thoughts, and ideas on what this all means - and what should we do about it.…

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Who Won The Trade? 1:06:34

1+ y ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Deion Sanders left, Brittney Griner came home, and the holidays are here! This season is a time for joy, sadness, and reflection, and MMSN is here for it all! While the holidays are typically a celebration, they can also be a time of sorrow and depression. We jump in on the duality of the holidays and how to handle the tough times and the good. We …

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Brittney Griner Comes Home! 14:54

1+ y ago14:54

14:54

The US government negotiated Brittney Griner's release after ten months of Russian captivity. But of course, in America, even this happy story had distractors. But Brittney is home, and MMSN celebrates her return. We examine the larger political picture and discuss how other parties may have benefitted from her release. Check out this segment on Gr…

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Deion leaves Jackson St. for "Greener" Pastures - Was the Backlash Warranted? 16:57

1+ y ago16:57

16:57

Deion Sanders moves on from Jackson St. to the University of Colorado. Was it the right move at the right time? Should he have waited? Were there better opportunities available for him out there? Does this hurt Jackson St.? MMSN gets into a fierce debate over his departure. Check out this segment on Sanders from the upcoming episode Who Won the Tra…

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MENTAL HEALTH AND THE HOLIDAYS A.K.A CHECK ON YOUR PEOPLE! 9:41

1+ y ago9:41

9:41

The Holidays can be a great time for most, but not for everyone. Mental health issues can be real during the holidays! So check out this snippet of MMSN's latest podcast as we tackle the holidays and mental health issues. And look for the complete show Who Won the Trade? coming soon.By Aaron - Kev - Tim

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What the Price? 1:02:59

1+ y ago1:02:59

1:02:59

Kyrie Irving's recent NBA suspension and the tragic death of Migos member Takeoff have MMSN asking questions about what is going on and why? Are Irving's obvious mistakes missteps, or is he actually anti-semitic? Another rapper dead by gun violence, Takeoff's loss leaves the hip-hop community with a heavy heart and more frustrating feelings than we…

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Supreme Crazy!!! 17:31

2y ago17:31

17:31

Tom Foolery in the Supreme Court! Roe V. Wade is dead, and open carry comes to New York State? A state in which most citizens want more gun reform laws, not less. The Court obviously isn't in touch with the people its rulings affect. My Mic Sounds Nice sounds off on the changing state of our nation!By Aaron - Kev - Tim

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Rap is Outta Control.. Part Deux - From Lyrical to Penitentiary Bars 1:06:25

2y ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Who decides what music is true hip hop? Who determines who can write books about hip hop culture? And who decides that lyrics are factual statements suitable for usage in a court of law. Well this week we delve into three separate situations that prompted us to discuss and weigh in on these questions. Join us this week, and let us know what you thi…

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BDP VS. BLACKSTAR VS.THE ROOTS: BUY, BORROW 0R BURN! 9:22

2+ y ago9:22

9:22

My Mic Sounds Nice has turned our love for music into fun, short episodes where we argue over 3 random great albums and where they stack up in comparison to each other! Which is worthy of buying, which is good enough to borrow, and which one of the three would you burn if you had to! Since we only pick great music the choice is never easy. Join us …

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Banking While Black- And Other Crimes and Misdemeanors 53:59

2+ y ago53:59

53:59

Ryan Coogler wanted into a bank, and experienced the phenomenon "banking while black." Almost arrested for trying to withdraw his own money, Coogler became the latest victim of this underreported yet common occurrence. My Mic Sounds Nice goes banking and deposits some thoughts on the problem. New NYC Mayor Eric Adams is off to a fast start, impleme…

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The Slap Heard Around the World! 22:51

2+ y ago22:51

22:51

Will Smith slapped Chris Rock Sunday night and the world stopped spinning and the internet broke! Folks have come to Will's defense, some have taken him to task, and few have expressed concern for Chris Rock. MMSN has some strong thoughts on this debacle, join us, and let us know in the comments what your thoughts are!…

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Shook Ones Pt. 2 aka Songs and NBA Snubs That Shook the Planet! 58:44

2+ y ago58:44

58:44

The NBA. 75 years of competition, consolidation, and expansion. In celebration of turning 75 years young, the league has immortalized its 75 greatest players. Unfortunately, in the process, they snubbed a serious group of hall of famers that will leave you forever confused. My Mic Sounds Nice breaks down the list and weighs in on who does and does …

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Rap Is Outta Control... And So is the Nation! 48:59

2+ y ago48:59

48:59

The Arbery family's misery continues as Ahmaud Arbery killer's limitless audacity was on full display as they tried to dictate where they would serve their prison sentences. MMSN unpack their motivations, the family reaction, and ultimately what it all means. Despite blatant medical misinformation rants and sporadic racist tropes, Spotify's 100 mil…

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MMSN Reacts to the Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show! 12:29

2+ y ago12:29

12:29

Dr. Dre brought a future Rock -n- Roll hall of fame lineup to the 2022 Super Bowl halftime show. Eminem, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Mary J. Blige, Anderson Paak, and Kendrick Lamar all performed, strategically placed on a gigantic multi-stage set. My Mic Sounds Nice weighs in on the show. Who really delivered, who didn't, and the hidden protests to NFL o…

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Policing and Football in America 49:31

2+ y ago49:31

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The recent line of duty killings of two New York City police officers rocked the city and alarmed the nation, highlighting the recent increase of violence against police officers. My Mic Sounds Nice weighs in, seeking answers as to what is behind the wave. And would you volunteer to work for 72 hours without any pay? Well the NFL is asking some of …

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2021 YEAR IN REVIEW / PART 2 37:32

2+ y ago37:32

37:32

The year 2022 is here! And MY Mic Sounds Nice has had its first birthday, turning one year old at the start of the New Year! In celebration, we looked back at 2021, covering the biggest headline stories AND the issues that personally resonated with us. We cover the 2021 gamut- from the absurdities of the milk crate challenge to the rise in homicide…

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2021 YEAR IN REVIEW! 39:28

2+ y ago39:28

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The year 2022 is here! And MY Mic Sounds Nice has had its first birthday, turning one year old at the start of the New Year! In celebration, we looked back at 2021, covering the biggest headline stories - and the issues that personally resonated with us. From the Jan 6th capitol insurrection, to critical race theory distoriton, coronavirus variants…

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Future vs. Jay- Z, Verzuz and Omicron Rising! 56:26

2+ y ago56:26

56:26

Omicron is in the building and is spreading faster than a Beyonce meme! Beyonce often breaks the internet, but will Omicron break us? Infection rates, hospitalizations, and death are up; is a dreaded 3rd lockdown possible? My Mic Sounds Nice investigates! Future claims he is more relevant than Jay-Z in these streets. Is he? And does it really even …

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Former NFL QB Colin Kaepernick says the NFL is akin to slavery? Is he right? 23:24

2+ y ago23:24

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In the new docuseries, "Colin in Black and White," former NFL QB Colin Kaepernick compares slavery to the NFL. The guys of My Mic Sounds Nice understood why he did that. With the exploitive power dynamic of the owners over the players and the NFL combine's herding of bodies during the thorough, reductive, impersonal physical examination of the draf…

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IS DRILL MUSIC TO DANGEROUS? 1:19:12

2+ y ago1:19:12

1:19:12

The My Mic Sounds Nice crew goes hard this week! With numerous deaths and arrests related directly to the drill genre, is it just too dangerous? We consider. Then we unpack the Michigan school shooting and ponder the question, do parents deserve to be arrested for their children actions? And finally, we exam the impact of Deion "Primetime" Sanders …

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State of the Nation - The Ahmaud Arbery and Kyle Rittenhouse Verdicts 55:42

2+ y ago55:42

55:42

The Ahmaud Arbery and Kyle Rittenhouse trial matters concluded this week. Ahmaud was shot and murdered in broad daylight, yet his family struggled to get justice, taking 74 days and leaked video evidence before an arrest occurred; Kyle Rittenhouse ended the lives of two men and was deemed within his rights to do so. What do these polar opposite ver…

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Mama Said Knock You Out 59:31

2+ y ago59:31

59:31

Aaron Rodgers, Jay-Z, and LL Cool J were sitting in a bar...lol No, actually join My Mic Sounds Nice this week as we check the national political temperature post the November 7th elections. We also celebrate the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductions of Jay Z and Ll Cool J, and we dig into Movember, aka men's health month, the lingering issues surr…

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Ain't No Half Stepping 50:07

2+ y ago50:07

50:07

Season 2 of My Mic Sounds Nice is here! Join us as we unpack the continuing mess of the NFL and their issues regarding race, followed by a deep dive into the classic Big Daddy Kane vs. KRS-One Verzuz battle. And finally, we walk the 3rd rail as we discuss the controversial Dave Chappelle comedy special The Closer.…

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You Can Hate Me Now! 47:03

3y ago47:03

47:03

The brothers of MMSN are back with a new episode that tackles the Haitian debacle at the border, debates the positive and negative merits of social media in lieu of Facebook's latest study on its platforms, and finally, we question whether the latest two Verzuz battles, and there competitive nature, are the future for the platform.…

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Kanye, Drake, and Michael K. 1:15:33

3y ago1:15:33

1:15:33

Kanye and Drake battled for weeks over Social Media as they prepared to drop long-delayed and highly anticipated new albums. Well, the music is here. Was it worth the extended wait? Who dropped the better piece of work? The MMSN crew breaks down each album and has definitive thoughts on who came out on top and who didn't. Finally, we reflect on the…

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Heart of the Country: A 20 year 9/11 Reflection 43:41

3y ago43:41

43:41

Where were you on 9/11? What do you remember? What has stayed with you? Well the brothers of MMSN, examine these and other complex questions about the greatest modern day attack on American soil. The fellas were in both D.C. and NYC on that day, and share their experiences. So please join us as we tackle terrorism, politics, patriotism, and privacy…

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The Lox vs. Dipset! 57:42

3y ago57:42

57:42

Is a musical massacre possible? Well if we didn't know before, we know now! And the answer is yes, because The Lox murdered Dipset at the world famous arena Madison Square Garden! Well MMSN watched the crime go down and had a whole lot to say. We also respond to the the Delta variant uptick of Covid-19 and the lackluster response of too many Americ…

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Nobody Beats the Biz - A Biz Markie Tribute 29:10

3y ago29:10

29:10

MMSN comes together for a tribute of the career and life of beat boxin' MC Biz Markie!By Aaron - Kev - Tim

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Guard Ya Grill! 49:27

3y ago49:27

49:27

Tulsa, Guns, and Naomi Osaka! MMSN looks into the Greenwood race massacre in Tulsa. OK and the immeasurable impact that and other race massacres have had on Black America. The guys also unpack the mass shooting phenomenons that have essentially reached normality in the U.S. What's with the love of guns, and the monthly mass shootings we've so easil…

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Art-Official Intelligence 48:52

3y ago48:52

48:52

Every year thousands of underprivileged students "sell their pain," emphasizing the effects of poverty on their lives in admission essays to college admission counselors across the nation. Brooklyn, NY student Elijah Megginson rejected that choice and expressed so in a NY Times op-ed piece. MMSN debates the matter, is this "poverty porn" for libera…

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I Got It 36:34

3y ago36:34

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They're playing basketball! The NBA playoffs are in full swing and the MMSN crew weighs in. We also talk Brooklyn Nets, the lackluster LA Clippers, the surprising NY Knicks and why the "business decision" to not defend against a slam dunk is the weakest move in all of sports. Finally we give our predictions on the playoffs and Chris Webber's sudden…

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Don't Forget About Me 48:29

3y ago48:29

48:29

Ageism in hip hop, can an MC rap after he turns 30? MMSN does a deep dive to find out if so, how so. We also discuss the CDC and their continuous updates. Is this a practical approach, or should they rethink update rollouts? And finally, we delve into adultification, the phenomenon of young girls viewed and treated as adults, and the devastating ef…

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Method's Man! 52:31

3y ago52:31

52:31

The Derek Chauvin verdict is in, but the trial brought on a rollercoaster of emotions; in this episode, we discuss our fears and concerns and what bothered us during the trial. Also, in an unprecedented fashion, voting rights are under attack across the nation - MMSN weighs in on the issue and has a special message for urban barbershops across the …

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George Floyd: Justice Served or Justice Deferred? 50:16

3+ y ago50:16

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The Derek Chauvin Trial is over. However, even with almost 10 minutes of compelling video evidence, the verdict had remained in doubt. Join MMSN as the fellas share their feelings pre and post-Chauvin's verdict. Finally, we x-ray the current state of policing and, most importantly: Where do we go from here!?…

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I'll Be Late For That 41:24

3+ y ago41:24

41:24

Sorry for the delayed episode - But the DMX loss had to be addressed first. However, MMSN is back to our regularly scheduled program! On the agenda for this show- We get deep into Hip Hop and the GRAMMYs! We discuss political Covid-19 vaccine reluctancy and delve into Candice Owen's aversion to WAP.By Aaron - Kev - Tim

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X Gave It To Ya - A DMX Tribute! 27:45

3+ y ago27:45

27:45

The men of MMSN gather to pay homage and discuss the career and life of Earl Simmons a.k.a Dark Man X. We celebrate his music and films, and also touch on the hardships he faced throughout his life. We talk addiction, faith, manhood and music as we salute the life of DMX!By Aaron - Kev - Tim

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Guess Who's Back 41:50

3+ y ago41:50

41:50

The merry men of MMSN take a trip back to Zamunda and share with the world our thoughts on the recent Coming 2 America sequel and its social and cultural relevance. We also examine the significance, if any, of the recent passing of the George Floyd Justice in Policing reform bill in the House of Representatives. And Historically Black Colleges and …

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Shut Em' Down!? 47:05

3+ y ago47:05

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The MMSN crew examines what it means to be shut down/canceled in America. We take a deep dive into the life of Fred Hampton and the film Judas And the Messiah. We also explore what it means to be canceled in 2021. We x-ray the social media-fuelled rise in cancel culture, its fairness, and is the societal change effective, while also considering is …

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The Art of Storytelling 44:11

3+ y ago44:11

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Impacted by it in the '80s and impressed in 2021 by Stanley Nelson's brilliant documentary Crack: Cocaine, Corruption & Conspiracy, MMSN discusses the societal impact of crack and its continued legacy of destruction. On a lighter note, the brothers debate Complex magazine's hip hop list of the best in the game - year by year, starting from 1979 to …

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When Predictions Go Wrong 2:42

3+ y ago2:42

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The Brothers of MMSN prove they should stick to their day jobs, as the three of them make Super Bowl predictions and only one proves any familial relations to Nostradamus. Tune in on Tuesday February 16th as a new full episode drops!By Aaron - Kev - Tim

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A Change is Gonna Come 42:42

3+ y ago42:42

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Back in the booth, the brothers of My Mic Sounds Nice pay homage to the life of home run king and distinguished gentleman Hank Aaron. We lament the recent lack of black coaching hires in the NFL, and search for permanent answers beyond current measures. The fellas share their thoughts on Regina King's masterful One Night in Miami, and conduct an au…

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