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16's With Us
by Darrius Castillo
Welcome to 16's With Us! A brand new Hip-Hop podcast coming straight outta the 916. We want to push the culture forward by debating different Hip-Hop topics new and old. There's winners or losers here, we just love this shit! We also want to put on for our city and shine the beam on local talent in the 916 area.
Episodes
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Episode 12: The Culture
We’re back with another episode of the 16’s With Us Podcast! On this episode we discuss which did better for the culture, Mixtapes or Albums. We also discuss if a rapper is a “sellout” if they move to another genre, and can people who aren’t black be in “black music”. Finally, we have a special...
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Episode 11: Rudy Kalma Interview
We’re back!!! And we have a special guest with us! This week the squad sits down with Sacramento artist Rudy Kalma. Rudy shares his upbringing and his thoughts on the industry, the Sac music scene, and much more. He also delivers something special at the end. Remember, Hip Hop is a sport. So if...
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Episode 9: The East Coast Episode
This is our East Coast Episode! On this episode, The Squad tells the story of East Coast Hip-Hop with only 7 artists/ producers. Who made the cut? We also discuss the state of East Coast Hip-Hop and where they land compared to the other regions. And finally, you know we gotta Shine The Beam on...
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Episode 8: A Rapper’s Legacy
This week the squad reviews Iceman and discusses what a battle can do you an artist career. Can an artist tarnish their legacy? And is it important for an artist to have support? And from who? Finally, you know we gotta Shine the Beam!! Tune in to find out who………..and yeah we’re still mad at them...
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Episode 7: Outside Years
We’re back!! The squad is whole again and they start things off with the anticipation for Iceman(Drake). Does he come with it? Does he have classic album? Then they put together which cities impacted Hip-Hop the most. Who had the best soundtrack during their outside years……and you know we gotta...
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Episode 6: TRASH ASS PARENTS
On this episode, The Squad reviews Ye’s new album, shows love to Jay-Z, and discusses Pooh Shiesty. Also should we give credit to artist with ghost writers? And are DJ’s still valuable to the culture. Finally, you know we gotta Shine the Beam!! Find out who’s up this week. Remember, Hip Hop is a...
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Episode 5: Umbrella Corpse
This week The Squad discusses Industry vs Creativity. Do artist not put love into their music anymore? Or did the consumer change? Who do artist give us the “flute shit” albums? And see who we’re shinning the beam on this week. Remember, Hip Hop is a sport. So if you’re ready to go 16’s With Us,...
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Episode 4: The West Coast Episode
This one’s for the West! This episode The Squad tells the story of how the West was won! That’s right, the West coast story of Hip Hop with only 7 to choose from! Who did we leave off? And yes, it gets real! Also, what’s the status of the West today? Are we good or is it bad? Who’s up next? And…
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Episode 3: THE GLAZE!
On this episode, The Squad review J. Cole’s “The Falloff” Album. We also debate who had the best run in Hip-Hop. Finally, we Shine the Beam on another artist from the 916. Tune in to find out who! The Squad: Vash, DJ DSt3llo, Walt, and VellGng. Remember, Hip Hop is a sport. So if you’re ready to…
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Episode 2: Retirement in Hip Hop
On this episode, Haiti Babi announces his retirement from Hip Hop and T.I. makes his long awaited return to the booth. The Squad discusses retirement in Hip Hop and what effect does that have on new artist. Finally, we Shine the Beam on another local artist from the 916. Tune in to find out who....
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16's With Us Podcast Episode 1
This is the pilot episode for our new podcast 16's With Us. On this episode, The Squad talks about a local IG page causing certain controversy, along with naming their Top 5 Hip-Hop Albums of 2025. Then, as a collective unit, they decide on an overall Top 5 Hip-Hop Albums of 2025. Finally, they...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to 16's With Us!
A brand new Hip-Hop podcast coming straight outta the 916. We want to push the culture forward by debating different Hip-Hop topics new and old. There's winners or losers here, we just love this shit! We also want to put on for our city and shine the beam on local talent in the 916 area.
HOSTED BY
Darrius Castillo
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How many episodes does 16's With Us have?
16's With Us currently has 11 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is 16's With Us about?
Welcome to 16's With Us! A brand new Hip-Hop podcast coming straight outta the 916. We want to push the culture forward by debating different Hip-Hop topics new and old. There's winners or losers here, we just love this shit! We also want to put on for our city and shine the beam on local talent in...
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16's With Us is created and hosted by Darrius Castillo.
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