In this episode of the Brilliant Idiots Podcast, Loren LaRosa is back with Charlamagne Tha God and they break down Dame Dash’s appearance on the Breakfast Club, his wild legacy in hip-hop. They get real about pride, ego, and materialism in the culture, and why respect matters so much whether in conversations, business, or life.
The also dive into what it really takes to be an entrepreneur, how fame can fuel conflict, and why relationships in business are just as important as money. They also touch on race, gender, and the challenges women face in media, plus some raw thoughts on mental health and politics.
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Get Honest or Die Lying Why Small Talk Sucks
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No Shoes McGee (Ft. N.O.R.E.)
On this week’s episode of The Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne tha God and Andrew Schulz chop it up with hip-hop legend N.O.R.E. From his big health transformation to balancing family life, N.O.R.E. keeps it real about his journey both inside and outside the music game.
He talks about his love for running, giving back to the community, and opens up on his relationships with other artists—plus, he doesn’t shy away from the recent Pusha T and Pharrell drama. The crew also dives into the rise of reggaeton, cultural identity, and the behind-the-scenes politics of the industry.
It’s not just about music, though. They touch on comedy, awards, the art of negotiation, and how personal connections can make or break careers. N.O.R.E. drops gems on kindness, growth, and the power of storytelling through platforms like podcasts.
If you’re into hip-hop, culture, and raw unfiltered convos, this episode is packed with laughs, real talk, and major insight into the evolution of one of rap’s most respected voices.
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Uncommon Favor - Dawn Staley
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No Holes Barred -Mandi B & Weezy WTF
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Get Honest or Die Lying Why Small Talk Sucks
By Charlamagne Tha God
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On this episode of The Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne The God is joined by Jivanta Roberts and Donnell Rawlings for a wild, unfiltered conversation that dives into everything from trust and relationships to the art of making a solid first impression.
They discuss how public scrutiny affects personal lives, breaking down messy celebrity situations like August Alsina’s relationship drama. They also chop it up about love in music, redemption in comedy, and why having a strong community backing you can change everything.
But it doesn’t stop there things get even deeper with talks about street codes and Young Thug’s case, the evolution of sketch comedy, and how positive energy plays into overcoming personal challenges. Plus, they answer some #AskAnIdiots on financial literacy and personal growth that’ll have you taking notes.
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Uncommon Favor - Dawn Staley
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No Holes Barred -Mandi B & Weezy WTF
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Get Honest or Die Lying Why Small Talk Sucks
By Charlamagne Tha God
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Backshots 4 The World (Ft. Akaash Singh & Mark Gagnon)
This week on Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne is joined by Akaash and Mark from Flagrant podcast and get into a wild mix of topics. They kick things off with Drake’s messy family court drama, questions about whether his jewelry is actually real, and of course the never ending back and forth with Kendrick Lamar. Meek Mill’s public image gets some heat, Snoop Dogg comments on a kids movie causes backlash, and Tyrese makes things awkward with a body count joke.
But it doesn’t stop there. The conversation takes some funny left turns, like debating the power of bidets and personal hygiene while also diving into deeper stuff like old school video game nostalgia, racial unity, the crack era’s impact, and the importance of men being vulnerable. They even touch on bias in hip-hop media, “what if” scenarios in history, and ideas for building a better America all with that signature Brilliant Idiots humor and honesty.
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The Black Family Who Built America - Cheryl McKissack Daniel
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Uncommon Favor - Dawn Staley
Order - https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3
No Holes Barred -Mandi B & Weezy WTF
https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB
Get Honest or Die Lying Why Small Talk Sucks
By Charlamagne Tha God
https://a.co/d/gpFlOol
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Lo Town Road (Ft. Loren Lorosa)
In this episode of The Brilliant Idiots Podcast, Charlamagne Tha God and Lauren LaRosa keep it real about the world of podcasting, pop culture, and everything in between. They break down how different guests shake up the audience, the ups and downs of fame, and why personal stories hit harder than any publicity stunt.
From the influence of artists like Lil Nas X and Future, to the role of hip hop in shaping culture, Charlamagne and Lauren dive into how celebrity has evolved—and what it takes to actually last in the game. They also get into the power of audio, the future of podcasting, and why growth (both personal and professional) matters in media.
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The Black Family Who Built America - Cheryl McKissack Daniel
https://www.simonandschuster.biz/books/The-Black-Family-Who-Built-America/Cheryl-McKissack-Daniel/9781668033999
Uncommon Favor - Dawn Staley
Order - https://a.co/d/4pLD1C3
No Holes Barred -Mandi B & Weezy WTF
https://a.co/d/cGFDUoB
Get Honest or Die Lying Why Small Talk Sucks
By Charlamagne Tha God
https://a.co/d/gpFlOol
Check out Andrew Schulz
www.theandrewschulz.com
Check out all the podcast on Charlamagne's "Black Effect Network"
https://blackeffect.com
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Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz are The Brilliant Idiots. Join them each week as they explore the issues of the day in a style that's often idiotic, sometimes brilliant and always hysterical.
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