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
September 17, 2025 • 61 mins
On this episode of The GAUDs Show, Ray Daniels and Why Toby sit down with Florida legend Ace Hood for a raw and inspiring conversation about life, independence, and the music business.
Ace opens up about his journey after leaving DJ Khaled and the major label system, why ownership and independence gave him freedom, and how fatherhood, faith, and fitness reshaped his purpose. From his chart-topping hits Hustle Hardand Bugatti to hi...
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September 13, 2025 • 100 mins
This week, CyHi The Prynce joins Ray Daniels and the crew for an unfiltered conversation about Atlanta’s impact on hip-hop, the music business, and the importance of lyricism.
CyHi breaks down how Atlanta’s infrastructure — from schools to labels like 300 Entertainment — created a pipeline that turned local talent into billion-dollar global brands. He also dives into the beef between Young Thug and Gunna, the rise of JID, and why ...
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September 11, 2025 • 48 mins
Today on The RAYDAR Report, the crew dives into some explosive topics shaking up culture, politics, and hip-hop.
We break down the controversy surrounding Charlie Kirk and the surprising talk about a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom. Ray also shares a timeless principle — why fighting wrong with wrong never works — and how that lesson applies in today’s world.
On the music side, Lil Baby stuns fans with talk of retiring f...
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September 6, 2025 • 73 mins
This episode of the Raydar Report is one for the books. Ray Daniels and the LYI crew dive into everything shaking up music and culture right now from Young Thug’s shocking phone call leaks to Cardi B’s risky album rollout, and even the rise of new media voices like Kai Cenat and Speed.
🔥 Highlights from this episode:
Young Thug’s Leaked Calls – How the DA is slow-dropping his private convos like a Netflix series, why he’s be...
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September 5, 2025 • 75 mins
This week on The RAYDAR Report, Ray Daniels and the crew are joined by Hitmaka (a.k.a. Yung Berg) for an unfiltered conversation about the music industry’s biggest scandals and cultural shifts. From fake streams to Cardi B’s courtroom drama, nothing is off limits.
💥 Highlights from this episode:
Hitmaka breaks down how fake streams manipulate charts and why a “mid” record can go platinum with the push of a button.
Ray ...
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September 3, 2025 • 135 mins
On this episode of The GAUD Show, hosts Ray Daniels and Rocki Jean sit down with legendary music executive Jacob York for an unfiltered conversation about the business, the culture, and the future of hip-hop.
York has been connected to some of the biggest moments — and beefs — in rap history. From Gucci Mane vs. Jeezy to the current drama between Young Thug & Gunna and even Kendrick Lamar & Drake, Jacob gives rare insight into how...
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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 • 48 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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