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  • You Had To Be There Vol. 5 ft. Mike Steph

    You Had To Be There Vol. 5 ft. Mike Steph
    Jul 19 2024
    With the NBA offseason well underway, Desmond returns with the fifth installment of "You Had To Be There," this time with 19 Media Group teammate, beloved Knicks/Warriors fan, co-host of Hidden Gems Football, and host of The Salty Thoughts of Mike Steph, Mike Steph, who gives flowers to a 90s shooting guard who epitomized blue collar basketball and inspired others through his perseverance to earn and maintain a spot in the NBA for one of the league's most iconic franchises.

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  • Song Breakdown #16: "Juicy" by The Notorious B.I.G.

    Song Breakdown #16: "Juicy" by The Notorious B.I.G.
    Jul 5 2024
    Today, Desmond breaks down the iconic rags-to-riches story "Juicy" by the legendary Notorious B.I.G. off his debut studio album "Ready to Die." Dez highlights Biggie's signature storytelling skills, smooth flow patterns, and witty rhyme schemes throughout the song and discusses the song's lyrics and themes centered around success, perseverance, & humilty.

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  • WNBA Standout Teams, Standout Rookies, Expansion, & Team USA

    WNBA Standout Teams, Standout Rookies, Expansion, & Team USA
    Jun 21 2024
    In today's episode, Desmond shares his thoughts on the latest in the WNBA including: The early success of the Connecticut Sun, why the Phoenix Mercury can come out the West, the flashes of greatness from Angel Reese, Cameron Brink, and Caitlin Clark, and the addition of two more franchises in Golden State & Toronto. Additionally, he talks about the 2024 Olympic roster selections before ending with his newest DOGG of the Week.

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    58 m
  • The 2024 NBA Finals Preview: Dallas Mavericks vs. Boston Celtics

    The 2024 NBA Finals Preview: Dallas Mavericks vs. Boston Celtics
    Jun 7 2024
    With the 2024 NBA Finals between the Dallas Mavericks & Boston Celtics just underway, Desmond links back up with Devaughn & Johnny to discuss potential matchups, strengths and weaknesses for each team, series predictions, & much more.

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  • An Inside Look at New Hip-Hop Documentary "Tale of the Tape" ft. Malik Buie

    An Inside Look at New Hip-Hop Documentary "Tale of the Tape" ft. Malik Buie
    May 17 2024
    In this episode, Desmond is joined by Malik Buie, director of the newest Hip-Hop documentary "Tale of the Tape" from Red Summer TV. Malik offers a behind the scenes look at the decade-long filming process, discusses the importance of creating a documentary focused on DJs, shares what he believes the future of the mixtape might look like, & more.

    Thank you for your support! GO WATCH TALE OF THE TAPE! - Dez

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    51 m
  • Kendrick vs. J. Cole, AI in Rap/Hip-Hop, & Updated NBA First Round Thoughts

    Kendrick vs. J. Cole, AI in Rap/Hip-Hop, & Updated NBA First Round Thoughts
    May 3 2024
    This week, Desmond finally gives his take on the recent Kendrick Lamar vs. J. Cole battle and how he believes J. Cole's controversial decision to fall back was bigger than Hip-Hop. Additionally, Dez talks about the use of AI in Rap/Hip-Hop after hearing Drake's "Taylor Made Freestyle" and shares some brief, updated thoughts on the NBA's first round Playoff matchups (*for games played before 4/28*).

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  • 2024 Playoffs: Pelicans Are Sleepers, Clippers vs. Mavs Trilogy, & The Celtics' Chase for a Chip

    2024 Playoffs: Pelicans Are Sleepers, Clippers vs. Mavs Trilogy, & The Celtics' Chase for a Chip
    Apr 19 2024
    Ahead of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, Desmond shares his thoughts on how the Pelicans might be sleeper contenders this year, how the Clippers vs. Mavericks series could be the best of all the first round series, and why this year's Boston Celtics Playoff run is the most important one of the Jayson Tatum era.

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    59 m
  • Song Breakdown #15: "The Way I Am" by Eminem

    Song Breakdown #15: "The Way I Am" by Eminem
    Apr 5 2024
    Desmond returns this week breaking down "The Way I Am" by the Detroit legend, Eminem, off his third studio album "The Marshall Mathers LP." Dez details Eminem's signature fundamental-yet-complex rhyme pattern featured throughout the song and uncovers the song's passionate lyrics and themes that revolve around peace, forgiveness, and identity.

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