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Sneaks, Rhymes and Life

Lionel K. McDonald Jr.

This podcast is hosted by your truly, Lionel K. McDonald Jr and I will discuss Sneakers, Rhymes and Life. Hip Hop, Sneakers and Life (family, sports, pop culture etc) make me who I am. I will share guests, opinions and hopefully we can learn together.

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01:13:56

Season 2 Episode 20 A Sit Down with Dudley Thomas Jr.

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/10/02

In this episode, I catch up with a good friend of mine - Dudley Thomas Jr. We talk sneakers, sports and a little music.

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00:27:45

Season 2 Episode 21 with rap artist G.I.L.

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/09/30

In this episode, I connect with musical recording artist G.I.L. from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. We talk about her Christian roots and how that has influenced her music, favorite emcees and her upcoming album releasing October 1, 2021Q

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00:17:42

Season 2 Episode 19 - Fall Sneakers

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/09/22

September is in full swing so I will talk about the hottest sneakers in fall.

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00:17:31

Season 2 Episode 17 - The NFL is back!!! Checks the...

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/09/15

In this episode, I will go through some of the cleats that were worn in week 1 and preseason. The cleats on field have really changed and mirror sneaker culture. I will also dive into the early season results.

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00:15:45

Season 2 Episode 16 - Olympic Basketball Sneakers

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/09/01

In this episode, I discuss the power of the Olympics Basketball shoes and some of their icon moments in basketball and sneaker history.

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00:16:04

Season 2 Episode 15 - What sneakers people are...

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/08/30

The summer is winding down so wear dem kicks! From casual sneaker lovers to hype beasts, I take you through some of the sneakers people are wearing this summer in this episode.

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00:25:00

Season 2 Episode 14 - Kings Disease II

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/08/25

In this episode, I share my thoughts on Kings Disease II, 13th studio album from Nas produced by Hit Boy. After the Grammy success of last year in 2020, Nas and Hit Boy are back with the arguably the best album of 2021. Is Nas now in his third prime? Listen to hear my thoughts.

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00:17:55

Season 2 Episode 13 - Sean P!!!!!

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/08/23

In this episode, we remember Sean Price aka Ruck from the legendary New York Squad Boot Camp Clik - 6 years after his passing. I share my thoughts on his legacy, his career and the time I got to see up close and personal

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00:24:30

Season 2 Episode 12 - Happy Bday Hip Hop

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/08/18

This episode is the celebration of Hip Hop turning 48 years old. I address the elements of the culture, its place in time and some of the early beginnings.

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00:48:13

Season 2 Episode 11 - Elberlyn aka "LB"

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/08/16

In this episode, I sit down with recording artist Elberlyn Hill from Ottawa who is a rapper and avid sneaker collector. We talk about her latest release, her love for sneakers and so much more. Check out this dope episode!

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00:23:32

Season 2 Episode 10 Only Built for Cuban Links

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/08/11

The title speaks for itself - this album is only for the roughest and toughest ones out there. In this episode we reflect on the Wu Tang solo classic by Raekwon featuring Ghostface Killah and its cultural reference.

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00:10:42

Season 2 Episode 9 - A Crazy Week In Hip Hop

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/08/06

In this episode, I talk about a crazy week in Hip Hop. From Nas' new album released on Aug 6th to Kayne's listening party Aug 5th to the Lupe/Royce da 5'9 beef. Exciting news about the bill passed declaring Hip Hop day on August 11th in addition to Hip Hop History and Recognition Months.

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00:20:08

Season 2 Episode 8 - Emcees to give their flowers...

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/08/04

In this episode, we talk about some of the greatest emcee alive (with a few honourable mentions). Lets give them their props, flowers and respect while they are still alive.

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00:44:37

Season 2 Episode 7 - El Da Sensei from the Artifacts

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/07/28

Today, I share my interview with legendary emcee El da Sensei. Many would know El from his breakthrough single Wrong Side of the Tracks and the debut album Between a Rock and Hard Place as part of the Artifacts. He has been in the game for over 27 years and has created so many amazing solo and collaboration projects. A student of the game and an on-stage giant. Check out this great episode!

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00:20:21

Season 2 Episode 6 - Influencing the Sneaker Game in...

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/07/21

In this episode, we talk about the mystique of the sneaker influencer and some that influence the sneaker game in Toronto. Each a has their unique way of how they have connected with sneakers and the city of Toronto.

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00:16:52

Season 2 Episode 5 - Paid In Full

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/07/17

In this episode, we go back look at the debut album of Eric B and Rakim - Paid In Full and how that composition truly took Emceeing and DJing to new heights in 1987. The influence of this album is still felt today.... 34 years later.

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00:13:05

Season 2 Episode 4 - Tribute to Prodigy from Mobb Deep

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/07/12

Here we talk about everything Prodigy as June marks 4 years since he passed.

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00:15:35

Season 2 Episode 3 - It Was Written, 25 years later

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/07/09

In this episode, I revisit Nas' sophomore album - It Was Written, 25 years later.

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00:15:03

Season 2 Episode 2 - July Sneakers

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/07/07

In this episode, I talk about the hot kicks for July.

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00:26:44

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life - Season 2 Episode 1 -...

Sneaks, Rhymes and Life ·

2021/07/05

Welcome back for season 2! The world of sports takes us to the Stanley Cup, WNBA, The NBA Finals, the Olympics and more.

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