Episode 31 | Crabs In The Barrel

On this episode of Off First Instinct, the crew breaks down Rick Ross's legendary hospitality during a visit from the 85 South Show. The conversation then shifts to the latest NFL updates, including a deep dive into the ongoing debate between Gillie da Kid and Cam Newton, as well as new comments from Johnny Manziel. The guys also break down the week's new music, featuring tracks from Gunna, Bryson Tiller, and J.I.D. To close out the episode, they give a special birthday shoutout to RJ. Become a Patreon member of the Off First Instinct Podcast for additional bonus content for all things OFI ! Join our patreon here: https://patreon.com/u85019785?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkTune in to get your fix of insightful discussions, entertainment, and, most importantly, a reminder that your mental health is essential to getting through life.Don’t Miss Out: Subscribe, rate, and review to keep up with all the latest episodes turn on post notifications and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!Follow Us on Social Media:• Instagram: @Off1Instinct• X: @Off1Instinct• YouTube: @OffFirstInstictTV Listen On:• APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-first-instinct/id1728945804• SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IkiamuUM6ekhSLuMqK9jJ?si=03053731af644308 JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hzSen4xt Got story confessions suggestions or topics you’d like us to cover? Feel free to share—your feedback helps us keep things fresh and engaging! Until next time, stay curious and keep the conversation going.

RJ forgot Zo’s birthday—and the jokes might never end.The NBA Playoffs are heating up, but someone on the panel still thinks the regular season matters (spoiler: it’s chaos).The Tory Lanez verdict is in, and let’s just say... reactions are mixed.Coco Jones clears the air on the TyLIL stream incident, and it gets more awkward the deeper they go.Where do streamers really rank in the celebrity food chain? The crew builds the definitive (and probably biased) tier list.And finally—has sports betting quietly become the next American crisis? Tune in for the wild takes, stay for the shade.⚖️ When the Verdict Drops, Does the Culture Heal—or Divide?Is justice ever just in the court of public opinion? What does the Megan and Tory case reveal about loyalty, bias, and the fractures in hip-hop’s foundation?📺 Are Streamers the New Celebrities?From Twitch to tabloids, have content creators leapfrogged traditional stars? Or are they still fighting for a seat at the table?🎲 Is Sports Betting America’s Latest Addiction?When does “just for fun” turn into a crisis? And who’s really winning when the bets pile up?Book Suggestions: • King James Bible • The 48 Laws of Power • The Treasure of Tundavala Gap: A Matues de Silva Adventure  • 2PAC: The Rose That Grew From Concrete This Week's Screen Gems  • Sinners (In Theaters April 18) • Dope Thief (Apple TV+) • Severance (Apple TV+) • The Pitt (Max) • Banshee (Max) • Tusla (Amazon Prime)Tune in to get your fix of insightful discussions, entertainment, and, most importantly, a reminder that your mental health is essential to getting through life.Don’t Miss Out: Subscribe, rate, and review to keep up with all the latest episodes turn on post notifications and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!Follow Us on Social Media: • Instagram: @Off1Instinct • X: @Off1Instinct • YouTube: @OffFirstInstictTV Listen On: • APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-first-instinct/id1728945804 • SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IkiamuUM6ekhSLuMqK9jJ?si=03053731af644308  • PATREON COMING SOON…JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hzSen4xt 🎵 Music is Licensed through Epidemic Sound: https://share.epidemicsound.com/j6mh6rGot story confessions suggestions or topics you’d like us to cover? Feel free to share—your feedback helps us keep things fresh and engaging! Until next time, stay curious and keep the conversation going.

The fellas are back with stories, hot takes, and just enough chaos to keep it interesting. After a late Cinco de Mayo shoutout, things spiral into a hilarious attempt at listing what they’ve learned to accept about each other—spoiler: it’s harder than it sounds. They dig into the mystery of missing museum artifacts, the wild case of a Maryland man wrongfully deported (but still somehow considered dangerous), and heat up with NBA Playoff updates and ideas to make the league more entertaining. The conversation hits everything from Jeremiah Smith being projected as college football’s first 100 overall to GTA getting pushed back again. Tune in for the laughs, stay for the curveballs.🏛️ Who Owns History?Are museums preserving the world’s culture—or holding onto stolen stories? What does justice look like when artifacts go missing?🧠 What Have You Learned to Accept?Can true friendship exist without a little healthy tolerance? What do our pet peeves say about us—and each other?🏀 Can the NBA Be More Than Just a Game?Beyond the dunks and drama, what would make the NBA must-watch every night? Is it time for a new playbook on entertainment?Book Suggestions:King James BibleThe 48 Laws of PowerThe Treasure of Tundavala Gap: A Matues de Silva Adventure 2PAC: The Rose That Grew From Concrete This Week's Screen Gems Jackpot (Amazon Prime)Dope Thief (Apple TV)Sinners (Theaters)The Amateur (Theaters)THUNDERBOLT (Theaters)A WORKING MAN (Theaters)MISSION IMPOSSIBLE (Theaters)Friends and neighbors The lady in the yard This Week's Key of InstinctKEY GLOCK NEW ALBUM (GLOCKAVELI: THE DON)TYLER THE CREATOR - LUMBERJACK ROD WAVE - LAST LAPNO CAP - JUDGE THE JURY DRAKE - NO FACEFUTURE LIL UZI VERT - MILLION DOLLAR PLAY BIGXTHAPLUG - ALBUM BABYFXCE E - WATCH ME GUNNA - HIM ALL ALONG TYLER, THE CREATOR - CHROMAKOPIA …AND MORE.Tune in to get your fix of insightful discussions, entertainment, and, most importantly, a reminder that your mental health is essential to getting through life.Don’t Miss Out: Subscribe, rate, and review to keep up with all the latest episodes turn on post notifications and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram: @Off1InstinctX: @Off1InstinctYouTube: @OffFirstInstictTV Listen On:APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-first-instinct/id1728945804SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IkiamuUM6ekhSLuMqK9jJ?si=03053731af644308 PATREON COMING SOON…JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hzSen4xt 🎵 Music is Licensed through Epidemic Sound: https://share.epidemicsound.com/j6mh6rGot story confessions suggestions or topics you’d like us to cover? Feel free to share—your feedback helps us keep things fresh and engaging! Until next time, stay curious and keep the conversation going.

The trio is back in full effect—and they're not holding back. This week kicks off with a weekend rewind before spiraling into the ultimate barbershop debate: could 100 grown men really take down one gorilla? Let’s just say opinions fly. (15:21) LeBron opens up about playing without a true center (34:06) and RJ throws a curveball—what if retirement is closer than we think? The NFL Draft gets the hot seat treatment as the fellas unpack why Shedeur Sanders fell to the fifth round (41:38) and just when you thought it couldn’t get crazier, the U.S. government wants to ban junk food. Wild takes, real talk, and full squad energy. See you Sunday.🦍 100 vs 1: Could 100 men actually take down a gorilla, or are we seriously overestimating ourselves? What does this debate say about how we view strength and strategy?🏈 Draft Drop Drama: Why did Shedeur Sanders fall to the fifth round? Was it politics, performance, or just plain underestimation?Book Suggestions:King James BibleThe 48 Laws of PowerThe Treasure of Tundavala Gap: A Matues de Silva Adventure 2PAC: The Rose That Grew From Concrete This Week's Screen Gems Jackpot (Amazon Prime)Dope Thief (Apple TV)Sinners (Theaters)The Amateur (Theaters)Tune in to get your fix of insightful discussions, entertainment, and, most importantly, a reminder that your mental health is essential to getting through life.Don’t Miss Out: Subscribe, rate, and review to keep up with all the latest episodes turn on post notifications and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram: @Off1InstinctX: @Off1InstinctYouTube: @OffFirstInstictTV Listen On:APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-first-instinct/id1728945804SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IkiamuUM6ekhSLuMqK9jJ?si=03053731af644308 PATREON COMING SOON…JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hzSen4xt 🎵 Music is Licensed through Epidemic Sound: https://share.epidemicsound.com/j6mh6rGot story confessions suggestions or topics you’d like us to cover? Feel free to share—your feedback helps us keep things fresh and engaging! Until next time, stay curious and keep the conversation going.

This week on Off First Instinct, the trio becomes a duo for the second time—because apparently, bugs don’t care about schedules. The fellas recap their weekends, dive into their expectations for the new horror film Sinners directed by Ryan Coogler, and tackle a tough “who would you save?” question from Ty. They also share their Mount Rushmore picks on everything from pop culture to life philosophies, discuss China’s shocking business break with the US, and wrap it all up with their ultimate Mount Rushmore of relationship dealbreakers. It's all the wit, wisdom, and wild takes you expect—just with one less voice this week.🎬 Sinners Anticipation: What makes Ryan Coogler's Sinners stand out in the horror genre? Is it the director’s unique touch, or the film’s chilling premise?🏔 Mount Rushmore of Life: If you had to pick four individuals, ideas, or moments to represent the most important influences in your life, who makes the cut?🌏 China & the US: With China cutting business ties with the US, what does this mean for global economics? Is this a game-changer or just another headline?Book Suggestions:King James BibleThe 48 Laws of PowerThe Treasure of Tundavala Gap: A Matues de Silva Adventure 2PAC: The Rose That Grew From Concrete This Week's Screen Gems Sinners (In Theaters April 18)Dope Thief (Apple TV+)The Amateur (In Theaters Now)Severance (Apple TV+)The Pitt (Max)Banshee (Max)Tusla (Amazon Prime)Tune in to get your fix of insightful discussions, entertainment, and, most importantly, a reminder that your mental health is essential to getting through life.Don’t Miss Out: Subscribe, rate, and review to keep up with all the latest episodes turn on post notifications and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram: @Off1InstinctX: @Off1InstinctYouTube: @OffFirstInstictTV Listen On:APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-first-instinct/id1728945804SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IkiamuUM6ekhSLuMqK9jJ?si=03053731af644308 PATREON COMING SOON…JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hzSen4xt 🎵 Music is Licensed through Epidemic Sound: https://share.epidemicsound.com/j6mh6rGot story confessions suggestions or topics you’d like us to cover? Feel free to share—your feedback helps us keep things fresh and engaging! Until next time, stay curious and keep the conversation going.

This week, the trio became a duo—one man down, but still twice the chaos. They kick things off with a quick recap of their week (8:35) and swap notes on fitness routines and staying motivated. Spoiler Alert at (17:31) as they dive into the new Apple TV+ series Dope Thief.Hoop heads, tap in. The guys get into the NBA Playoffs (42:01), throw out their first-round picks, and debate who could become the new face of the league (1:00:15). They also drop their final predictions for the 2025 NBA Draft.The madness continues with a nod to March (1:28:38), followed by some heat over Billboard’s Top 25 Female Rappers of All Time list (1:31:23). And to close it out—Trump tariffs and stock market tremors (1:35:03). Yeah, we went there. Buckle up. It’s a ride.🎥 Is Crime TV Evolving?: How does Dope Thief compare to classic crime dramas? Is it breaking the mold or following the formula?🏀 Face of the League?: With the NBA's next generation stepping up, who do you think has the potential to become the new face of the league? Is it about skill, story, or star power?💰 Politics vs. Pockets?: With Trump’s new tariff headlines stirring the market, do you think politics has too much sway over your portfolio? Or is it just part of the game at this point?Book Suggestions: • King James Bible • The 48 Laws of Power • The Treasure of Tundavala Gap: A Matues de Silva Adventure  • 2PAC: The Rose That Grew From Concrete This Week's Screen Gems  • Sinners (In Theaters April 18) • Dope Thief (Apple TV+) • Severance (Apple TV+) • The Pitt (Max) • Banshee (Max) • Tusla (Amazon Prime)Tune in to get your fix of insightful discussions, entertainment, and, most importantly, a reminder that your mental health is essential to getting through life.Don’t Miss Out: Subscribe, rate, and review to keep up with all the latest episodes turn on post notifications and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!Follow Us on Social Media: • Instagram: @Off1Instinct • X: @Off1Instinct • YouTube: @OffFirstInstictTV Listen On: • APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-first-instinct/id1728945804 • SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IkiamuUM6ekhSLuMqK9jJ?si=03053731af644308  • PATREON COMING SOON…JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hzSen4xt 🎵 Music is Licensed through Epidemic Sound: https://share.epidemicsound.com/j6mh6rGot story confessions suggestions or topics you’d like us to cover? Feel free to share—your feedback helps us keep things fresh and engaging! Until next time, stay curious and keep the conversation going.

SEASON 2

On this week’s episode of the Off First Instinct Podcast, the crew kicks things off with a deep dive into showing love—how do you feel about telling your friends you love them? (1:50) From there, they share their “Give Me a Break” Halloween recap (27:54) and dig into the buzz around the Megan Thee Stallion documentary controversy (38:00). In an unexpected twist, Young "Jeffrey" Thug is free—what's next for him? (46:48). Next up, the guys explore augmented reality and the impact it could have on our daily lives in the near future (58:08). Are we saying goodbye to movie theaters for good, or do they still have a place in today’s world? (1:11:52) And of course, the fellas wrap up with their NFL picks for the week (1:48:20) and more!❤️ Friendship or Formality?: How do you feel about telling your friends you love them? Is it something that comes naturally, or do you hold back? And why do you think some people struggle with expressing that kind of closeness?🎃 Halloween Hits or Misses?: After all the costumes and festivities, what were the highlights (and lowlights) of this Halloween season? Did anyone pull off a costume so epic it deserves a shoutout?🎬 Movie Theaters—Fading or Forever?: Is the classic movie theater experience a thing of the past, or do they still have a place in today’s digital world? Would you miss theaters if they became obsolete?🏈 NFL Picks & Predictions: This week’s matchups are heating up! Which team do you think has the potential to surprise us with an upset, and who’s a guaranteed win? Time to put those sports instincts to the test!Book Suggestions: King James Bible The 48 Laws of PowerThis Week's Screen Gems  The Hateful Eight (Netflix) They Cloned Tyrone (Netflix) Venom 3 (Theaters) Transformers 3 (Theaters) Jackpot (Amazon Prime) Perfect Addiction (Amazon Prime) Causeway (Apple TV) A Quiet Place: Day One (Amazon Prime) Borderlands (Amazon Prime) Walking Dead Season 1 (Netflix) Wolfs (Apple TV) Blue Collar (Netflix) Solo Leveling (Anime) Escape Plan (Netflix)This Week's Key of Instinct ROD WAVE - LAST LAP NO CAP - JUDGE THE JURY  DRAKE - NO FACE FUTURE LIL UZI VERT - MILLION DOLLAR PLAY  BIGXTHAPLUG - ALBUM  BABYFXCE E - WATCH ME  GUNNA - HIM ALL ALONG  TYLER, THE CREATOR - CHROMAKOPIA …AND MORE.Tune in to get your fix of insightful discussions, entertainment, and, most importantly, a reminder that your mental health is essential to getting through life.Don’t Miss Out: Subscribe, rate, and review to keep up with all the latest episodes turn on post notifications and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: @Off1Instinct Twitter: @Off1Instinct YouTube: @OffFirstInstictTV Listen On: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-first-instinct/id1728945804 SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IkiamuUM6ekhSLuMqK9jJ?si=03053731af644308  PATREON COMING SOON…JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hzSen4xt 🎵 Music is Licensed through Epidemic Sound: https://share.epidemicsound.com/j6mh6rGot story confessions suggestions or topics you’d like us to cover? Feel free to share—your feedback helps us keep things fresh and engaging! Until next time, stay curious and keep the conversation going.

Keeping the routine things routine, the Three Pillars return to the airwaves with another episode. Kicking things off with our foundational quick recap (10:40). Should meek mill get cancelled (13:19). The fellas talk about Debby’s new project (18:09). Congrats to Caitlin Clark on winning ROTY and A’ja Wilson on winning MVP (27:24). Ty proposes a question about population control (46:10). Ty expresses his true feelings towards celebrity drama (1:18:12) NFL Picks (1:46:15) and more!🎤 Cancel Culture Conundrum!: With Meek Mill’s name thrown around in cancel culture discussions, do you think he should be canceled, or does he deserve more grace? What’s your take on how celebrities should handle redemption in the public eye?🌍 Population Control Debate!: Ty raised an interesting question—how do you feel about population control? Is it a necessary conversation for the future, or is it a step too far? Let’s hear your thoughts on this controversial topic!🏈 Week 5 NFL Picks Challenge!: We’re heading into Week 5—who’s your top pick for this week’s games? Which team is set to surprise us with an upset, and who’s locking in that W for sure? Drop your predictions and let’s see who’s got the winning insight!Book Suggestions: King James Bible The 48 Laws of PowerThis Week's Screen Gems  Jackpot (Amazon Prime) Perfect Addiction (Amazon Prime) Causeway (Apple TV) A Quiet Place: Day One (Amazon Prime) Borderlands (Amazon Prime)This Week's Key of Instinct LEON THOMAS - MUTT (LATEST ALBUM) I DO THIS SH*T IN MY SLEEP - EP TORY LANEZ - TIME (LOST TAPES 2016) TORY LANEZ - TEYANA (LOST TAPES 2013) IDK - KICKIN’ THE KID LAROI & GUNNA - BACK IM BACK (REMIX) LUH TYLER - OPEN THE DOOR (FEAT. VEEZE)  YOUNG THUG - LOVE YOU MORE …AND MORE.Tune in to get your fix of insightful discussions, entertainment, and, most importantly, a reminder that your mental health is essential to getting through life.Don’t Miss Out: Subscribe, rate, and review to keep up with all the latest episodes turn on post notifications and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: @Off1Instinct Twitter: @Off1InstinctListen On: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-first-instinct/id1728945804 SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IkiamuUM6ekhSLuMqK9jJ?si=03053731af644308 JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hzSen4xt 🎵 Music is Licensed through Epidemic Sound: https://share.epidemicsound.com/j6mh6rGot story confessions suggestions or topics you’d like us to cover? Feel free to share—your feedback helps us keep things fresh and engaging! Until next time, stay curious and keep the conversation going.

As fall settles in and September comes to a close, R&B Week is hitting all the right notes on the Off First Instinct Podcast. The dynamic trio begins with a quick recap, their weekly rundown setting the tone for the rest of the episode (12:49). NBA Legend Derrick Rose officially announced his retirement from the NBA after a 16 year career (19:45). I guess DaBaby doesn’t want a real comeback (25:53). How much baby oil do you need in bulk (37:28). This leads into a conspiracy about what possibly could be in the baby oil bottles that was found in Diddy’s place of residence. (44:44) 50 Cent Announces that he is producing a docuseries on Sean “Diddy” Combs (59:07). NFL Picks (1:15:12) and more!🎤 50 Cent's Docuseries Drama!: With 50 Cent announcing a docuseries on Diddy, what secrets or controversies do you think will come to light? Will this be another explosive project from 50, or will it leave us with more questions than answers?🏈 NFL Picks Challenge!: It’s that time again—who’s your top pick for this week’s NFL games, and which matchup has the potential to be a total upset? Drop your predictions and let’s see who’s on point!🎤 R&B Verzuz Battle Dream Match!: If you could set up a Verzuz battle between any two R&B legends, past or present, who would you pick? Which side do you think would dominate the night?Book Suggestions: King James Bible The 48 Laws of PowerThis Week's Screen Gems  Jackpot (Amazon Prime) Perfect Addiction (Amazon Prime) Causeway (Apple TV) A Quiet Place: Day One (Amazon Prime) Borderlands (Amazon Prime)This Week's Key of Instinct MUSIQ SOULCHILD - LOVE BEYONCE - ME, MYSELF AND I  LAURYN HILL - NOTHING EVEN MATTERS (FEAT.D’ANGELO) TEDDY PENDERGRASS - LOVE T.K.O.…AND MORE.Tune in to get your fix of insightful discussions, entertainment, and, most importantly, a reminder that your mental health is essential to getting through life.Don’t Miss Out: Subscribe, rate, and review to keep up with all the latest episodes turn on post notifications and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: @Off1Instinct Twitter: @Off1InstinctListen On: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-first-instinct/id1728945804 SPOTIFY PODCASTS: https://open.spotify.com/show/4IkiamuUM6ekhSLuMqK9jJ?si=03053731af644308 JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hzSen4xt Got story confessions suggestions or topics you’d like us to cover? Feel free to share—your feedback helps us keep things fresh and engaging! Until next time, stay curious and keep the conversation going.