The Temperature: The State of Culture and Society

In this episode, we pay our respects to the late Irv Gotti—a legendary producer, A&R, and record label executive—whose contributions to the music industry left a lasting impact. Shifting gears, we dive into Kendrick Lamar's big night at the Grammys, winning five awards, and reflect on the mixed feelings surrounding a beef song like "Not Like Us" taking home the honor. I get into the spectacle around the beef, questioning why the media and fans keep the drama alive, turning it into a circus. The rise of STAN culture and online hate are dragging the conversation to new, unnecessary extremes.

Then, we shift to some real-world talk, covering the anti-deportation protests and the ongoing tariff war with China—breaking down what these issues mean for the average person. Finally, I discuss the rapid changes under the new administration, including Trump rolling back decades of policy in just two weeks, and how Black people must adapt to stay ahead of the game. This episode is all about resilience, staying flexible, and not getting distracted by the noise.