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The Progress Report Podcast

The Progress Report is more than media—it’s a movement. Founded in Atlanta, we are a premier hip-hop platform dedicated to documenting the culture, amplifying untold stories, and championing the voices that shape the streets and the sound. Through raw interviews, real conversations, and unapologetic content, we bridge the gap between underground talent and mainstream recognition. We don’t chase clout—we create impact. Our mission is to give artists and creatives the space to speak their truth,

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20:47

From Hair Stylist to Rap Star: The Real Miss Baby Dee...

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2025/09/03

The Real Miss Baby Dee stops by The Progress Report for a raw and unfiltered Skipping Class interview! 🔥 She opens up about: • Her debut project “Texas Bama” and linking with Bigga Rankin 🎶 • Life before music as a hair stylist (including working with Erica Banks) 💇🏾‍♀️ • Support from other female rappers and her upcoming collabs 💎 • Facing criticism for rapping about lady parts and embracing body confidence 👑 • Motherhood, BBLs, breast lift surgery,

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22:05

RX Peso breaks silence on serving almost 4 years in...

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2025/08/26

“I’m back and better than ever” ~ RX PesoAtlanta culture runs deep, and RX Peso is one of the names you can’t ignore. After serving nearly 4 years in prison, Peso sits down with The Progress Report to talk his comeback, music, and the city. Topics include: ⚡ Fashion & setting trends in Atlanta ⚡ Addressing Future signing rumors ⚡ Creating YNs and what it means to the streets ⚡ Memories with Migos, 21 Savage & Lotto Savage ⚡ The emotional moment he learned about Takeoff’s passing Peso

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10:01

Real Dinero Speaks on Independence, 360 Deals &...

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2025/08/19

“Music is my anger management… it helps me cope” ~ Real DineroCuthbert, GA artist Real Dinero joins Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report for a new edition of Skipping Class to share his journey from growing up listening to Boosie, Gucci Mane, Webbie, Waka Flocka to catching the attention of major record labels.In this exclusive interview, Real Dinero opens up about: • 🎤 The meaning behind his name & past rap names • 🌍 Coming from a small town 3 hours outside Atlanta • 🔑 The

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47:51

DJ Scream Interview: Sobriety Journey, Ca$h Out’s...

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2025/08/12

In this exclusive interview with The Progress Report, legendary DJ, podcaster, and cultural voice DJ Scream gets personal about his 1+ year of sobriety, early sacrifices to pursue his DJ dream, and the mental challenges of the music industry.We dive into his unfiltered thoughts on Ca$h Out’s life sentence, the evolution of the Atlanta music scene, and lessons learned from building a brand that spans mixtapes, radio, and the hit show Big Facts Podcast. 📌 Highlights: • How DJ Scream

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30:58

Hot Boy Turk talks Hot Boys legacy, prison...

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2025/08/07

“Everyday a holiday in my household… We still have our Christmas tree up” ~ Hot Boy TurkIn this exclusive Skipping Class interview, Hot Boy Turk opens up like never before — taking us from the legendary Cash Money Records era to the ups and downs of life, fatherhood, and music after prison. 🎤 Turk reflects on: • The early Hot Boys days with Lil Wayne, Juvenile, and B.G. • The real studio chemistry and wildest moments from their rise • What really happened behind the

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49:21

NGB Don on Turning his Speech Impediment Into Power,...

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2025/08/02

In this exclusive sit-down on Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report, rising star NGB Don sits with Lalaa Shepard to share how he turned his biggest insecurity—his speech impediment—into his superpower that’s now inspiring millions.From blending comedy with music and breaking out with his hit single “Stutter” featuring Kevin Gates, to setting the internet on fire with “Ain’t My Kind,” NGB Don opens up about his viral journey, staying authentic, and carving his own lane in the

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19:39

Tamika Scott of Xscape & Daughter Young Niyah Talk...

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2025/07/28

Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report sits down with Tamika Scott of the legendary group Xscape and her daughter, rising rap star Young Niyah, in a new edition of Skipping Class for a powerful conversation about family, music, and building a legacy. From Young Niyah turning down a full-ride college scholarship to pursue music, to Tamika Scott sharing the lessons she’s learned as an icon, this mother-daughter duo gets real about: • Growing up around music and the pressures of being a

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18:53

Memphis rapper Dee Mula addresses comparisons to...

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2025/07/15

Dee Mula skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about coming up in Memphis, Tennessee, getting signed to NLess ENT, recently appearing on YTB Fatt’s new album, “Blow My High” song taking off on social media, being the first rapper to wear 2 watches at once, fatherhood and raising all boys and wanting a daughter.

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25:21

Bloody Jay addresses relationship with Rocko,...

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2025/07/07

“Social media f*cked the world up” ~ Bloody JayAtlanta living legend Bloody Jay skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about serving prison time during Covid, offers advice to parents coming home from prison, Bloody speaks on his mental health and life adjustments after serving 5 years behind bars, music with Future, Sauce Walka, OJ Da Juiceman, how he released music while in prison, relationships with other Atlanta rappers, details for his upcoming album with super

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26:28

The Tour: Fusing Hip Hop, Mental Health & Politics in...

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2025/07/05

In this powerful episode of The Progress Report, we sit down with G and Clif Tha Supa Producer to explore their groundbreaking project “The Tour” — a movement blending hip hop, physical fitness, and mental health awareness. During the episode we dive into: • Their background as DJs and how the project was created • The connection between hip hop culture and emotional healing • Thoughts on YSL, Young Thug, and the politics of justice • Their ties to the Department

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35:28

Fresco Trey speaks on touring with DeeBaby, almost...

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2025/07/01

“If you force feed your content, they will eventually have to give it a chance” ~ Fresco Trey Memphis, Tennessee artist Fresco Trey skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about his journey to becoming an independent artist after being signed to a major record label, force feeding music to fans, independent checks, tour experience with DeeBaby on his Ms. Salazar Tour and upcoming tour with K Camp.

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16:29

Flexxx360 speaks on growing up in an African...

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2025/06/28

African artist, music producer, and battle rapper, Flexxx360 skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about incorporating reggae into his music and recent singles, “S*x” sampling Mad Cobra and “Physical”, rapping since age 8, independent grind, and Roc Nation partnership.

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23:06

Yung Drama addresses how he got pulled into Ca$h...

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2025/06/24

“Being a black man, you’re already a target” ~ Yung DramaYung Drama skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about how he got involved in rapper Ca$h Out’s state RICO case, serving as an artist liaison based out of North Carolina and Atlanta, Ca$h Out being in prison for over 5 years and being cellmates with YFN Lucci, fatherhood and having to get his son a therapist after dealing with such a traumatic situation, and defines our keyword “progress”.

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13:18

Riley Burruss speaks on being inspired by her mom...

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2025/06/24

“Next Gen NYC reality TV show has made me more aware of how people’s true colors can come out randomly” ~ Riley Burruss Riley Burruss speaks with The Progress Report media correspondent MikFlyy about growing up in the public eye, being the child of a celebrity, ‘Next Gen NYC’ reality TV show, preparing to become an entertainment lawyer, and defines our keyword “progress”.

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19:27

Cleveland, Ohio rapper Cartier addresses comparisons...

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2025/06/18

“The song “You Look Good” got way bigger than me, when the song was blowing up everybody was just looking up the song, not trying to see who made the song” ~ Cartier21 year old rapper Cleveland, Ohio rapper Cartier skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about the lack of hometown support, always wanting to be a rapper and performer since age 4, making music for the ladies, ’Just Getting Started’ recently released project with features from Peezy, Bfb Da Packman, Bay Swag,

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51:07

Ferrari Simmons & BT speak on having the # 1...

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2025/06/16

“The algorithm has changed on social media, you are your own algorithm. People who be saying they’re shadow banned… No, you have to stimulate your followers” ~ Ferrari SimmonsBaller Alert Podcast hosts Ferrari Simmons & BT join Lalaa Shepard and DJ eXeL for a new edition of The Progress Report Podcast to speak about the hardships of working in radio full-time, having multiple streams of income within the same industry, thoughts on the current state of Atlanta music scene, men vs women controversy,

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21:37

Daysha Taylor explains why she went solo from Taylor...

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2025/06/14

I be doing numbers independently that people signed and lit aren’t doing” ~ Daysha Taylor Daysha Taylor skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about her new solo single, “Crown”, independent grind, Atlanta music scene, Live Nation distribution deal, embarrassing social experiment video, and defines our keyword “progress”.

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15:07

Atlanta rapper Lil Tim addresses people confusing him...

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2025/06/12

19 year old rapper Lil Tim skips class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about switching up his sound from just creating drill music, fans leaking his music, shares how he spent his first rap check, lack of support from other rappers and OGs, and plans for his upcoming deluxe edition of his new project, ‘Timmy’s Revenge’.

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10:16

Matt Barnes speaks on his mental health, NBA finals...

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2025/06/09

Former NBA player Matt Barnes speaks with MikFlyy of The Progress Report at The Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association (BESLA) in Atlanta, GA about his journey as a basketball player in college and professionally, learning to be a better person and father, the importance of protecting intellectual property, his podcast ‘All The Smoke’, and defines our keyword, “progress”.

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17:38

R&B group 2BYG speak on advice received from Teddy...

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2025/06/05

“Yal ain’t never seen nobody dance like Michael Jackson, sing like Boyz 2 Men, and play all instruments like Mint Condition” ~ 2BYG18 and 19 year old artists Matt Brown, Nixx, KD, and Toure skip class with Lalaa Shepard of The Progress Report to speak about coming together back in High School in Fort Worth, Texas to form the group, 2BYG!

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