Ray Daniels Presents
Step into the world of 'The Culture Referee' Ray Daniels, where Ray sits down with industry legends to dive deep into their GAUDs (Goat or Underdog) journey. Discover the untold stories behind their rise to greatness and why, despite their success, they still see themselves as the ultimate underdogs. These conversations go beyond the surface to explore the grit, passion, and resilience required to earn the most coveted title in culture—the GOAT. Get ready for raw, real, and inspiring moments from those who’ve made it to the top but still believe the climb is far from over.
Episodes
In this episode of The Raydar Report, Ray Daniels and the crew bring a raw, unfiltered conversation covering everything from hip-hop to politics to relationships. With special guest 19 Keys in the building, the dialogue goes deeper than ever.
🔥 Episode Highlights:
Teyana Taylor & Iman Shumpert’s Divorce — $70K mattress talk, co-parenting struggles, and how the internet frames men vs. women in breakups.
Donald Trump’s C...
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This week on The Raydar Report, Ray Daniels and the LYI crew dive into some of the culture’s most talked-about topics. From Snoop Dogg’s viral reaction to Disney, to Offset and Cardi B’s relationship tension, to remembering Aaliyah’s legacy, the conversation gets real, unfiltered, and emotional.
The team also debates the state of Atlanta’s music scene, breaks down Gunna’s standing in hip-hop, and shares untold stories like Bryson ...
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August 13, 2025 • 89 mins
🎯 New Episode of The Raydar Report — Exclusively on Patreon
This week, Ray Daniels and the LYI Agency crew dive deep into music, culture, and relationships—mixing industry insight with unfiltered hot takes.
💿 Music Industry Highlights
Gunna’s New Album — Predicting first-week numbers between 60K–95K and debating how Young Thug’s influence, their relationship strain, and Atlanta’s music politics shape his success.
Met...
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August 13, 2025 • 47 mins
Dono on Rhythm + Flow, Artistic Reinvention & Creative InfluencesArtist Spotlight — Presented by Ray Daniels PresentsHosted by Ray Daniels & Tobey
In this Artist Spotlight episode, Dono, breakout talent from Netflix’s Rhythm + Flow, opens up about her journey of rethinking her artistry, redefining her strategy, and embracing the influences that truly shape her music.
With candid stories and actionable insights, Dono shares what i...
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FULL VIDEO – Exclusive on PatreonHosted by Ray Daniels & the LYI Team
This one’s personal, unfiltered, and packed with culture-shifting conversation. In this exclusive full episode, Ray Daniels shares a heated and hilarious moment with Dame Dash after being called out on a previous comment about Jay-Z. The team breaks down the call, the lessons, and the real reason Dame felt disrespected.
From there, we tap into some heavy-hittin...
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July 28, 2025 • 100 mins
In this explosive episode of The GAUDs Show, Ray Daniels and Rocki Jean sit down with one of the most controversial political figures in recent memory — former Congressman George Santos.
From headlines to handcuffs, Santos opens up for the first time about the real story behind the scandals. He talks about the college degree he never earned, the lies that propelled his career, his recent jail time, and how he's navigating life aft...
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In this powerful episode, Bien, Grammy Award-winning artist and one-fourth of the legendary Kenyan group Sauti Sol, joins the Artist Spotlight Podcast to discuss his rise, reinvention, and global impact.
Known for his raspy vocals, captivating songwriting, and fearless creativity, Bien dives into his journey from chart-topping group success to solo artistry. He breaks down the making of “Mbwe Mbwe”, the cultural energy behind “Bal...
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July 18, 2025 • 67 mins
Honey Bxby on Breaking Barriers, Bold Sound & Boss EnergyArtist Spotlight Podcast — Hosted by Ray Daniels & Rocki Jean
On this episode of the Artist Spotlight Podcast, rising star Honey Bxby sits down with Ray Daniels and Rocki Jean to share her journey as a powerhouse vocalist, fearless creative, and unapologetic woman in music. From her distinct sound to her vision for the future, Honey Bxby gives us an authentic look into her w...
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July 15, 2025 • 55 mins
Hosted by Ray Daniels & the LYI Team | Daily Cultural Commentary
Today on The Raydar Report, Ray Daniels and the LYI team dive into the headlines shaking the culture—from the mic to the mainstream.
We kick things off with the latest in the Drake beef saga (1:00), breaking down his newest diss and how it's shifting hip-hop’s power structure.
Then we tap into:
Pusha T’s strategic silence—is he plotting or finished? (13:00)
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In today’s episode, The Raydar Report takes on the loudest headlines and the quiet culture shifts happening right under our noses.
We get into:
R. Kelly back in the news—why now? (3:00)
Jayrelly, the rising streamer flipping hip-hop & content culture (7:00)
The tension between Jim Jones & Nas—NYC legacy talk (11:00)
The wild rise of AI-generated 50 Cent (14:00)
50 Cent vs. Fat Joe—a deeper look at old ...
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June 19, 2025 • 59 mins
🎙️ The Raydar Report – June 19, 2025Hosted by Ray Daniels & the LYI Team
In today’s episode of The Raydar Report, Ray Daniels and the LYI squad dive headfirst into the headlines stirring up real conversations across culture and sports.
We start with the controversy surrounding Tyler Perry (5:00), breaking down the online backlash, criticisms of his storytelling, and the pressure he faces as one of the most visible Black creative...
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🎙️ The Raydar Report – Hosted by Ray Daniels & the LYI Team
In this episode of The Raydar Report, Ray Daniels and the LYI team tackle the biggest headlines shaking the culture this week.
We break down the latest on R. Kelly being hospitalized in prison, and what this could mean for his ongoing legal battles. Then, we dive into Diddy’s trial as news breaks that a Black juror has been dismissed, raising questions about fairness an...
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June 16, 2025 • 45 mins
🎙️ The Raydar Report – June 16, 2025
Hosted by Ray Daniels and the LYI Team
In this high-energy episode of The Raydar Report, Ray Daniels and the LYI crew break down the latest cultural flashpoints shaping music, politics, and society at large.
We start with the latest wave in the Drake vs Kendrick saga, fresh off the Toronto moment that had the whole industry watching. From bar-for-bar breakdowns to city loyalty, we ask: did t...
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🎙️ The GAUDs Show – Hosted by Ray Daniels & Rocki Jean
In this powerful episode of The GAUDs Show, we sit down with Derrick Milano, the Grammy-winning hitmaker behind some of the biggest songs in the game. From Beyoncé and Nicki Minaj, to Megan Thee Stallion, Justin Bieber, and more—Derrick shares the real story behind his rise from aspiring artist to one of the most respected songwriters in the music industry.
You’ll hear how h...
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June 14, 2025 • 89 mins
On today’s episode of The Raydar Report, Ray Daniels and the LYI crew take the gloves off and dig deep into the week’s hottest cultural flashpoints.
We kick things off with DDG making waves again (2:43), asking whether the headlines are helping or hurting his career. Then we shift gears to rising influencer Porsha Simon, whose viral controversy raises big questions about brand deals, authenticity, and public perception (19:16).
B...
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June 11, 2025 • 41 mins
From tweets to television empires, this episode of the Raydar Report locks in on the culture real heavy. Shot today, we break down the latest tweet storm from Elon Musk (11:55) and dig into the heat surrounding Diddy and the ongoing media swirl (16:30).
Then it gets spicy—Travis Hunter makes an appearance (30:30), followed by some classic 50 Cent talk (31:00), leading into an in-depth convo on his Power Universe takeover (50:00).
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June 9, 2025 • 48 mins
In this inspiring new episode of The GAUDs Show, hosts Ray Daniels and Rocki Jean sit down with platinum-selling artist K Camp to talk about his journey, his new album, and the secret to his longevity in the music industry. From viral hits like "Cut Her Off" to influencing the culture behind the scenes, K Camp has mastered the art of evolution without losing himself.
K Camp shares how he’s stayed independent, consistent, and creat...
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In this powerful and inspiring episode of The GAUDs Show, hosts Ray Daniels and Rocki Jean sit down with multi-talented actor and entertainer Woody McClain—best known for playing Caine Tejada in Power Book II: Ghost and Bobby Brown in The New Edition Story and The Bobby Brown Story.
From dancing for icons like Chris Brown to delivering some of the most compelling performances on TV, Woody opens up about his unforgettable rise to f...
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In this legendary episode of The GAUDs Show, Ray Daniels and Rocki Jean sit down with none other than PVNCH—the man Ray officially crowned “The President of Rap.” 💼👑
From managing the explosive (and explosive) rise of Tekashi 6ix9ine, to building out 50 Cent’s digital empire at ThisIs50, to now managing actor/singer Rotimi, PVNCH has been in the center of hip-hop’s most viral moments—and he’s got the receipts to prove it.
This ...
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On this explosive episode of The GAUDs Show, hosts Ray Daniels and Rocki Jean sit down with Gongu “Gu” Roach—a music publishing forensics expert with over 20 years of experience uncovering the money most artists never see.
From navigating royalty disputes to auditing major catalogs, Gu has worked with top names in the industry and shares real cases involving Lil Wayne & Cash Money, Fat Joe & Big Pun, and more. Known as the go-to g...
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