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The Need to Know Podcast

Need to Know Media

Get ready to be entertained and informed by the Need To Know crew every Monday and Thursday (plus Tuesday on Patreon only)! SaVon and Alex offer a fun and thought-provoking listening experience on current events, entrepreneurship, relationships, and more. With their unique chemistry and relatability, there"s no topic off-limits for this duo. So don"t miss out - subscribe, comment, and tune in to The Need to Know podcast for everything you need to know and a good time!

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01:38:00

Episode 324 | "Rat Police" (with Q)

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2025/09/01

The crew returns with a special episode as Q joins the show before sharing laughs about comments, travel habits, and the Miami vs. Dominican Republic debate (4:00). They shift into lighter banter about BBLs and the infamous Tea App story featuring Savon’s dad (8:15), plus anticipation for Joe Budden’s 45th birthday party and reflections on how far they’ve come since college radio days (11:17). The conversation then dives deep into the shakeup at Hot 97, Funk Flex moving time slots, DJ Enuff’s

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01:26:28

Episode 323 | "The Salt is Missing" (with Nyla Symone)

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2025/08/28

Nyla Symone rejoins the crew as they address the Tyla backlash from last episode and accusations of xenophobia and "clip farming" (5:50) before diving into new music—breaking down Offset's latest project, its overlaps with Drake's recurring themes, and how both rappers are navigating reinvention (18:48). Next, the team reviews Teyana Taylor's cinematic 'Escape Room' (40:06), and debates the originality and passion behind Mariah the Scientist's 'HEARTS SOLD SEPERATELY' (52:07). They then share their

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01:50:15

Episode 322 | "Next Game Mentality" (with Eddin)

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2025/08/25

Eddin rejoins the show fresh off a trip to Puerto Rico with Bad Bunny stories, green-card marriage jokes, and more (1:07). SaVon and Alex then announce a giveaway for listeners and plug a new Patreon-exclusive episode (15:12) before debating if bachelor’s degrees still matter, the value of networking, retail grind struggles, trade paths, and how chasing virality can damage long-term growth (21:46). Next, Bryson Tiller’s comments about hating fame, preferring writing/game design, and why artists

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01:59:43

Episode 321 | "Market Research" (with Yassy)

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2025/08/21

Yassy is back and kicks things off with hood news and her latest round of “market research” on nightlife and dating. From there, the crew tackles emotional vs. physical cheating, relationship dealbreakers, and viral Red Pill & Chill questions on sex, money, and insecurities (8:51). Next, Jermaine Dupri’s appearance on The Joe Budden Podcast sparks debate on marketability and legacy and whether Chris Brown should ever be compared to Michael Jackson, with Usher, Nepo babies, and marriage advice also

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01:41:13

Episode 320 | "Bigger Than the Program"

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2025/08/18

Alex kicks this inaugural Monday episode off by asking SaVon if he needs glasses before SaVon breaks down his version of a "vision test" (0:00) and the guys joke about Neil deGrasse Tyson's take on human intelligence and the idea that aliens are pulling up to Earth (07:29). Next, the Hollywood Reporter's Podcast Power Players 2025 list sparks discussion on Joe Budden's placement, Alex Cooper's rise, Tony Hinchcliffe's crossover, Charlamagne's recognition as an executive, and more (11:30). From

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01:41:03

Episode 319 | "Eggs & ATVs" (with Nyla Symone)

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2025/08/14

Nyla Symone returns to the pod with a hilarious DMV story before SaVon recaps his vacation and gets roasted for his “eggs, ATVs, boats & hookah” Instagram habits (0:00). Next, the discussion turns to Gunna’s ‘The Last Wun,’ unpacking its high-profile Afrobeats features, familiar-sounding production, and the possibility of a shifting fanbase (11:09). The conversation shifts to JID’s ‘God Does Like Ugly,’ highlighting concise sequencing, intentional pacing, standout features, and its Album of the Year

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01:36:07

Episode 318 | "BBC Ads"

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2025/08/07

SaVon and Alex kick off with personal stories about summer burnout, traffic woes, and the luxury (and limitations) of car AC. They then dig into a viral tweet that reshaped how they view their creative identity (6:00) before breaking down how DEI rollbacks have dried up podcast ad money and shifted the media landscape (12:42). From there, they react to Diddy being denied bond while awaiting sentencing (23:42), discuss the downfall of Salt Bae, and revisit Dame Dash's legacy—asking whether pride cost

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02:32:35

Episode 317 | "Stink Star" (with Eddin)

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2025/07/31

This week on the Need to Know Podcast, Eddin returns to stir the pot with unfiltered takes and constant laughs. The guys kick things off by calling each other out—Who's the real diva of the squad?—before diving into Magic Johnson's nickname, nostalgic pet mishaps, and the physics of shoe sizes and swollen feet (1:00). Next, they break down the viral Nicki Minaj challenge, other TikTok trends, and the new Tea App controversy (12:08). Then it's all about Complex's Hip-Hop Media Power Rankings (32:56)

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01:37:44

Episode 316 | "A Rewind of Time" (with Joe Budden,...

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2025/07/24

This week, we're hitting the rewind and looking back at some of the most iconic Need to Know moments over the last few years, with appearances from Joe Budden, Mandii B, Mero & more! Relive the classics. Laugh again. Catch up on what you might’ve missed. 1:08 - Episode 302 10:47 - Joe Budden - Episode 232 22:24 - Elliott Wilson - Episode 222 36:30 - The Kid Mero - Episode 313 57:58 - Episode 303 1:01:56 - Mandii B - Episode 273 1:11:12 - Ish - Episode 221 1:30:20 - Rainey - Episode 312 Subscribe to

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01:49:44

Episode 315 | "Baddie in the Bathroom" (with Yassy)

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2025/07/17

This week on the Need to Know Podcast, Yassy returns as the crew dives into rap’s biggest drops, messy beefs, and viral moments. They revisit the Pusha T vs. Jim Jones saga (1:51) before breaking down Clipse’s new album Let God Sort Em Out — unpacking Pusha T and Malice’s raw verses, Pharrell’s production, Kendrick Lamar’s feature, and their classic press run (14:55). Next up, Drake’s UK drama heats up after his three-night Wireless Fest run sparks debate when he claims UK rappers out-rap Americans

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01:41:34

Episode 314 | "The Meat Freezer"

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2025/07/10

This week on the Need to Know Podcast, Savon steps into his “Councilman Von” era (00:30) — breaking down how he’s mentoring college interns at Need to Know Studios while chasing side quests like a real-life GTA mission game (02:15). At (14:15), they dive into Drake’s “What Did I Miss?” — from the icy backroom stream to the Chuck Liddell “Iceman” comeback theory (20:00). They unpack the LeBron, The Weeknd, and Kendrick subs (25:30) and debate if Drake’s “Scorned GOAT” energy is playing itself out

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01:52:22

Episode 313 | "Hood Historian" (with The Kid Mero)

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2025/07/07

Yerrrr! The Need to Know squad sat down with the one and only Mero — Bronx legend, multi-hyphenate menace, and certified culture shifter. From smoke shop runs and wrap flavors you’ve never heard of (00:49) to building his own creative empire, Mero delivers nonstop laughs, real game, and signature BX energy. He breaks down why TV is cooked and YouTube is king (05:51), raising his beautiful children (17:29), and his hilarious theory that Babe Ruth might’ve been Black (24:25). He explains why licensing

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32:22

Diddy Found NOT GUILTY On Major Charges | First...

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2025/07/02

On this bonus edition of the Need to Know Podcast, SaVon, Alex, and Eddin share their initial thoughts on the verdicts in Diddy's trial and debate what's next for the music mogul when it comes to his prison sentence and his public perception going forward. Catch us on Patreon - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast Book your next podcast recording at Need to Know Studios TODAY - https://needtoknowstudios.com/ Join our Twitter/X Community to chop it up with us about all things Need to Know

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01:18:13

WHMT #035 (with SaVon) | Drake v T-Pain, The 6 God's...

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2025/07/02

Follow the We Have More Thoughts audio feed on Apple and Spotify so you don't miss out on new episodes each and every Wednesday! On this week’s episode of We Have More Thoughts, SaVon makes his long awaited debut on the show. The guys kick things off by debating the best way to season eggs (0:41) before SaVon and Pierre share some updates on their muscle building competition (6:31). Next, the guys breakdown Drake and T-Pain taking shots at each other after the “Buy U a Drank” singer suggested that

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02:42:42

Episode 312 | "Game of Pods" (with Rainey)

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2025/06/30

Ayo! This week, the Need to Know squad links up with the multi-hyphenate Bronx legend Rainey — podcaster, rapper, skit god, and all-around creative menace. He pulls up to talk Victory Light with Mero & Lisabell, his fire new project Cigarettes For Dead Men, and why he might’ve lowkey inspired Metro & Future (he said what he said). We get into everything from Kenan Thompson improv stories, AI beef with The Alchemist, to growing up without pops and adapting to Dominican culture (Savon really might be

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01:58:27

Episode 311 | "Standing on Business" (with Nyla Symone)

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2025/06/26

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01:43:14

Episode 310 | "And the 'F' Is For...What?" (with Nyla...

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2025/06/19

Nyla Symone makes her return to the podcast and begins by talking about the state of the music industry and comparing American and international artists. Next, the room talks Slick Rick’s latest album ‘VICTORY,’ Timbaland’s AI entertainment company, artists they need to put their children onto, Drake’s lack of desire to evolve as an artist, and Memphis Bleek telling The Breakfast Club that he is never abandoning radio. Also, a new segment called Is It Over…, blindly ranking DJ anthems, the GRAMMYs

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01:48:02

Episode 309 | "Alien Ant Farm" (with Yassy)

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2025/06/16

On this special Monday edition of the Need to Know Podcast, Yassy returns, and the room begins by sharing some unpopular opinions (0:00) before discussing Kai Cenat’s response to his run-ins with Wale at last week’s BET Awards (15:12). Later, Drake on Smiley’s “2 Mazza” (26:57), Kendrick Lamar’s Toronto show and the cancelled stream between Drake and Kai Cenat (39:06), and Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Carter VI (Bonus)’ featuring Nicki Minaj (55:54). The crew also discusses the relationship between Dame Dash

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01:37:31

Episode 308 | "Less is More"

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2025/06/11

This week, SaVon kicks things off by recapping his trip to the Dominican Republic (0:00) before saluting everyone who got us to 100K YouTube subscribers (4:22). Later, the guys recap Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Carter IV’(8:32) and the 2025 BET Awards (24:01), including the 106 & Park reunion, Jamie Foxx’s tribute, Kendrick Lamar’s speech, and the exchanges between Kai Cenat and Wale. They also discuss Alex Cooper’s Hulu docuseries and their current reflections on podcasting (1:10:52), Clipse announcing their

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01:58:07

Episode 307 | "The Owl in the Sky" (with Yassy)

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2025/06/05

This week, SaVon and Alex are joined by Yassy, Creator & Host of the Let’s Get Unserious Podcast. The crew kicks things off by asking Pierre why he decided to go bald (4:10) and contemplating if they want to try Diddy juice (10:25). Later, they break down Complex and The Game’s lists of the top 50 Los Angeles rappers of all time (18:35) and Clipse’s “Ace Trumpets,” their GQ interview, and Pusha T paying seven figures to exit Def Jam (38:58). They also discuss Yassy’s time working with Akadmeiks

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