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This week, Sha Stimuli sits down with Bernadette Price, wife of the late great Sean P. They take the time to reflect on Sean P’s legacy, the journey through loss, and the triumph of bringing new music to fans Topics discussed: New album and how it came together Preserving Sean Price’s legacy & family perspective Lessons, healing, and moving forward Links mentioned in this episode: http://hashtaglegday.com https://youtu.be/t8OfUbC-O04?si=yIBcwor7-7pjWzml This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown break down “F.I.C.O.” from Clipse’s new album "Let God Sort Em Out". We cover the craftsmanship in the rhyme schemes, themes, and why this cut stands out. Production choices and quotables get the microscopic NBO treatment. Topics discussed: Standout lyrics & layered wordplay Beat selection and how it frames the verses Where “F.I.C.O.” ranks on the album Links mentioned in this episode: http://hashtaglegday.com https://youtu.be/1U6We9yGc_4?si=gf2e8G4fJVOvQRrL This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown look at heavy bar work from Clipse on the highly acclaimed "Chains & Whips". We discuss the otherworldly feature from the Boogeyman himself, Kendrick Lamar. Topics discussed: Best verse breakdowns & double entendres Delivery, cadence, and presence Final verdict: who had the upper hand? Links mentioned in this episode: http://hashtaglegday.com https://youtu.be/t_J7ccCTcl0?si=ABk-FQf3wRLGrEM_ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown revisit Eminem's classic verse from "The Way I Am" to test its timelessness. From internal rhymes to cultural impact, we examine whether the verse still hits in 2025 Topics discussed: Technical rhyme schemes & pocket control Punchlines vs. storytelling Longevity: does it still resonate? Links mentioned in this episode: http://hashtaglegday.com https://youtu.be/ooKm3eNbmnE?si=uwfA4esJhlqIvx2H This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown take a first look at some of this year’s XXL Freshmen freestyles—what worked, what didn’t, and who surprised us. We react to delivery, originality, and standout lines from Eem Triplin, BabyChiefDoIt and Ray Vaughn Topics discussed: Eem Triplin’s approach to pocket & tone BabyChiefDoIt’s energy and quotables Ray Vaughn’s control and presence Links mentioned in this episode: http://hashtaglegday.com https://youtu.be/HFR5tciZ2h0?si=pWU499WuIgmn0rqd This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, [someone], [someone else] and [another person] cover [topic]..... Topics discussed: A&R insights from major sessions The writing process & keeping bars sharp Career pivots and future plans Links mentioned in this episode: http://hashtaglegday.com https://youtu.be/KkskWr2D7RI?si=hTcYYt-9fa9eXp8p This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown dissect and digest Ghostface Killah's gut-wrenching imagery from his classic "All I Got Is You", featuring the angelic voice of none other than Mary J. Blige. Topics discussed: Vivid storytelling & references The depths of despair contained in the story Timelessness of Ghost’s style Links mentioned in this episode: http://hashtaglegday.com https://youtu.be/RThkA2UHSoo?si=kIs0hncN-I2dyfhH This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown spontaneously react to Clipse’s chemistry and pen work on their single "Ace Trumpets", and the album stakes. Are we hearing the makings of a classic? Topics discussed: Immediate takeaways from the record Bars vs. beat: who steals the show? What it signals for the full album Links mentioned in this episode: http://hashtaglegday.com https://youtu.be/6wbUBVbiBNQ?si=A9LXSj73NFmNI8Ep This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown react to “Maria,” from Lil Wayne's "Carter 6". We unpack Wayne’s wordplay and Wyclef’s musical textures. Hooks, structure, and the moments that make this collab pop Topics discussed: Wayne’s punchlines & schemes Wyclef’s arrangement and melodies Replay value & standout sections Links mentioned in this episode: http://hashtaglegday.com https://youtu.be/5pUG4DqTBYQ?si=WzoD00O4J_KBafkv This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

This week, Sha Stimuli and Boardwalk Brown revisit Nas' hood classic "Shootouts" and see how well it has aged over the last few decades. Does this vivid story from the late nineties hold up today? Is it still as dope as it was then? Topics discussed: Multi-syllabic patterns & imagery Thematic depth and the characters we identify with How it stacks up against Nas classics Links mentioned in this episode: http://hashtaglegday.com https://youtu.be/s7CNpVxjbj8?si=G_RMCD5-QZT7SPvX This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm