Monkey Business

Erica Mena calls dancehall queen, Spice, a monkey. We dissect the cultural implications about the racial slur and the aftermath of the social backlash.Episode Breakdown:What's truly going on behind the scenes of celebrity relationships? Is black love being accurately reflected by these public figures? Unravel the complexities of Remy Ma and Papoose's relationship as we dissect the controversies and speculation surrounding them. We question whether Papoose's fame is due to his marriage to Remy, and if being a 'nice guy' makes him a 'stand-up guy'. Also, we emphasize the importance of refraining from making assumptions, especially when neither Remy nor Papoose have publicly addressed the rumors.Dive into the dynamics of star-studded relationships, often viewed as flawless from the outside, but potentially riddled with issues behind closed doors. We discuss how this influences our perceptions, referencing high-profile examples like Oprah and her former partner. The conversation then shifts gears to the Super Bowl halftime show, talking about the reasons Taylor Swift and Lizzo turned down the gig, and the ripple effects of Usher being the host. Lastly, brace yourself as we discuss the shocking arrest in the Tupac Shakur murder case, over two decades after the incident. Why did it take nearly 30 years to apprehend Southside Crip Keefe D? Could there be a connection between Tupac and Biggie's murder? The final section of our conversation revolves around the racial controversy on Reality TV, spurred by Erica Mena's racial slur. We debate the implications of racism, anger, and the power of words. Join us for a gripping and insightful discussion on these pressing topics.Other topics discussed:IS THAT RACISTJoe Biden referring to LL Cool J as LL J Cool and calling him "boy'.Keke Palmer shows Usher her assJade Cargill signing with WWETaylor Swift and Travis KelceKim Kardashian dating Odell Beckham Jr.Referenced Links:Who is Duane "Keffe D" Davis? What to know about the man indicted in Tupac Shakur's murder - CBS NewsErica Mena apologizes for racial slur after 'Love & Hip Hop' firing (pagesix.com)Khloé Kardashian upset over Kim Kardashian, Odell Beckham Jr. romance (thenews.com.pk)Sponsors and Affiliates:Get your Hip Hop 50 t-shirt  Buy us a Beer!Like our show? Go ahead and buy us a coffee....Or a Beer!Audibleget a 30-day trial and an audio book absolutely FREE!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThanks for listening! Please follow us on all our socials!YouTubeFacebook Twitter TikTok Pinterest Instagram