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The Need to Know Podcast

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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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01:51:52

Episode 338 | "Morbid & Unsettling" (with Yassy)

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2025/11/03

Alex is joined by Yassy and begins with a hilarious scam-call story that turns into an authentic PSA about phone scams (2:20). After Patreon shout-outs, a listener question sparks a debate on how long it takes for dating to get serious (14:05), leading to talk about "Temp Dating," relationship trials, and modern red flags. The crew shifts to music as Cam'ron's lawsuit against J. Cole raises questions about loyalty and integrity in Hip-Hop (26:00), followed by a conversation on the "Hip-Hop decline"

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"Mentally Bricked Up" | Patreon Exclusive Preview

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2025/10/30

Subscribe to our Patreon for ad-free, early access to main episodes, exclusive episodes each and every Tuesday, and much more! - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast After a surprise run-in with a famous scientist, Alex swears his IQ jumped 30 points — but the crew isn't letting him off easy. From mental man-crushes and superpower confessions to Irish exits, African dating stories, and the debate over Eddie Murphy vs. LL Cool J energy, this one spirals from curiosity to comedy fast. Tap in on Patreon

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02:04:39

Episode 337 | "Halloween Love Story"

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2025/10/27

SaVon and Alex kick things off by answering Patreon listener JJH's question on their top three "struggle meals" (6:25) and unpacking the NBA's latest gambling scandal, breaking down Chauncey Billups' alleged mob-linked poker games, Terry Rozier's betting scheme, and what it means for athlete integrity and fan trust (18:00). Later, they debate generational superstardom through the lens of Playboi Carti, NBA YoungBoy, and the disappearance of universally famous names (1:01:08), before covering Diddy's

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02:02:58

Episode 336 | "Fishnets & Coke"

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2025/10/23

SaVon and Alex open on fall weather in New York and how September always feels like a reset, before joking through an AWS outage that exposed how dependent creatives are on big tech (0:00) and calculating the real cost of streaming the NBA season (9:00). Next, they deep dive Kevin McCall’s viral breakdown and his long history with Chris Brown (15:20), which leads into a broader talk on Gucci Mane’s admission of schizophrenia on The Breakfast Club and mental-health transparency in Hip-Hop (35:55)

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01:09:21

Episode 335 | "Divide & Dismiss"

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2025/10/20

SaVon and Alex return with transparency and laughs as they open with Patreon updates, community member shoutouts, and the winner of the AirPods Max giveaway. Next, the crew fields Patreon questions—starting with their first heartbreaks and how love, therapy, and R&B shaped them (10:41)—then debate whether it hurts more when an ex gets married or has a baby (14:56). Holiday talk follows as Alex plans to channel 50 Cent for Halloween while SaVon reminisces on rapper costumes gone wrong (19:26). The

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10:23

"Boo Basket" (with Yassy) | Patreon Exclusive Preview

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2025/10/16

Subscribe to our Patreon for ad-free, early access to main episodes, exclusive episodes each and every Tuesday, and much more! - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast The crew is back on Patreon and nothing is off limits this time. Yassy opens up about why she’s completely done being a “ride or die” and how that mindset nearly broke her. From there, things spiral into wild territory — BBLs, body image, “market research” trips to the D.R., and what those enhancements really do to people’s minds. The gang

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01:58:18

Episode 334 | "Words Mean Things" (with Ish & Yassy)

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2025/10/13

SaVon and Alex welcome Ish and Yassy to the show, and kick things off with Patreon member submissions asking why Ish never answers questions directly (4:56) and whether men fear emotional vulnerability or financial instability more (6:56). From there, they unpack Saweetie's escort rumors and transactional culture (15:22), break down the result of the Drake-UMG lawsuit and what might be coming next (27:21), and react to New Orleans fugitive Derrick Groves finally getting caught by authorities

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01:23:17

Episode 333 | "Torture Kink"

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2025/10/09

SaVon and Alex return with updates for the NTK community, including updates on their upcoming AirPods giveaway and Patreon shout-outs. Alex shares his wild on-field experience at the New York Jets game, sparking a hilarious debate about loyalty—to your team, your barber, or your girl (4:15). The conversation pivots to Bryson Tiller’s long-awaited 'Solace & The Vices' double-disc release, why his new music feels happier, and how content saturation has changed how we all listen (16:25). The guys then

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02:26:36

Episode 332 | "My Qualified Opinion" (with Mecc Rashawn)

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2025/10/06

SaVon and Alex sit down with Mecc Rashawn — journalist, A&R, and one of Hip-Hop’s quiet stewards — for an unfiltered deep dive into artistry, legacy, and integrity. Mecca opens up about A&R’ing for Busta Rhymes (8:30), the need for stronger mentorship in a youth-driven industry, and a Patreon member question that sparks dream Super Bowl haltime show lineups (15:10). The crew unpacks all the latest in the Cardi B vs. Nicki Minaj rivalry (42:40) and how social media beefs overshadow the music, before

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01:39:32

Episode 331 | "Ten Second Rule" (with Yassy & Eddin)

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2025/10/02

SaVon and Alex are joined by Yassy and Eddin, and begin by explaining why full visuals are now on Patreon (0:00). After quick Patreon shout-outs, a listener question sparks a hilarious round of “most embarrassing moments,” from Savon’s Santa stage slide to Alex’s PAL game accident, with more clumsy stories from the group (8:59). They pivot to Bad Bunny headlining the Super Bowl LX halftime show, weighing his global pull, the “culture war” backlash, and why the NFL/Apple pairing makes sense (27:54)

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01:29:42

Episode 330 | "Montana's Prayer" (with Nyla Symone)

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2025/09/25

SaVon and Alex return with Nyla Symone, and begin with some important show updates before jumping into a Patreon member question on what single movie or TV show best explains Black culture to aliens—sparking a hilarious debate that ranges from The Cosby Show and Martin to Get Out, SpongeBob and even Hancock (11:22). From there they revisit Cardi B’s long-awaited album, debating standout tracks like “Bodega Baddie,” the Cash Cobain feature and whether a rumored Nicki Minaj shot really landed (19:53)

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13:54

"Aura Farming" | Patreon Exclusive Preview

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2025/09/23

Subscribe to our Patreon for ad-free, early access to main episodes, exclusive episodes each and every Tuesday, and much more! - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast From unexpected fan encounters to a surprise studio visit, SaVon and Alex dive into stories you won’t see coming. They swap laughs about “aura farming” and embarrassing moments at Joe Budden’s party, reflect on stepping into “uncle status," and drop some classic hip-hop homework you’ll want to revisit. Alex even shares a sneak peek of his

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01:59:03

Episode 329 | "Who Bought the Franks?" (with Mandii B)

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2025/09/22

SaVon and Alex welcome back Mandii B, who begins by sharing why she left New York for Atlanta and how the lower costs and bigger creative opportunities convinced her to make the move (0:00). She explains how that leap quickly led to her landing her own radio show and how Atlanta’s content scene compares to New York’s (8:15). Mandii then reflects on building her podcast career and co-authoring the New York Times-bestselling book 'No Holes Barred'—a therapy-driven mix of self-help and erotica (19:30)

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01:43:39

Episode 328 | "Pretty Punishment" (with Yassy)

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2025/09/18

Yassy returns to the show, and the crew kicks off with lip-balm jokes, “shy eating,” and a Chipotle free-drink hack (0:00) before recapping Joe Budden’s birthday party (06:35). They answer a Patreon member's question about keeping your ex's photos while uncovering hidden iPhone folders and swapping probiotic tips, capped by Yas’ backyard fedora glow-up (10:52). The conversation shifts to Dame Dash’s fiery Breakfast Club appearance and his fall from Roc-a-Fella glory (22:14), then to Adrian Broner’s

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01:22:52

Episode 327 | "R.O.M.O."

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2025/09/15

SaVon and Alex kick things off with jokes and a reminder about the headphone giveaway before tackling a Patreon listener question on the greatest true freestyle artists (2:09). They finally give Joey Bada$$ his flowers, unpacking his 20-v-1 diss-track run, the label delays at Columbia, and the underwhelming 9K first-week numbers for 'Lonely at the Top' while debating whether his single “Dark Aura” had enough punch (13:00). A rapid-fire new-music segment covers Justin Bieber’s surprise 'SAWG II,' Ed

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24:08

"Super Senior" | Patreon Exclusive Preview

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2025/09/09

Subscribe to our Patreon for ad-free, early access to main episodes, exclusive episodes each and every Tuesday, and much more! - www.patreon.com/NeedToKnowPodcast NOTE - This episode was recorded before Young Thug's interview with Big Bank was released. SaVon, Alex, and Art continue their discussion on the wave of leaked Young Thug jail calls, breaking down everything from his fallout with Future and tension with J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar, to his comments on Drake, Metro Boomin, and Travis Scott

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01:53:28

Episode 326 | "Leave Buttons Alone" (with Art)

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2025/09/08

The crew kicks things off with Alex recounting his car break-in and reflecting on wanting to move out of the hood before introducing special guest Art, producer at The Breakfast Club and host of The New Era (2:18). Art shares how SaVon and Alex inspired him during college (4:31) before the team answers a Patreon listener question on the afterlife and aliens, debating faith, fear of death, UFOs, and who in pop culture might secretly be an alien (08:47). From there, they unpack Charlamagne’s viral

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02:11:23

Episode 325 | "Manufactured Trolling" (with Pierre)

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2025/09/04

SaVon and Alex welcome Pierre back to the show, and the crew jokes about parenting duties and breastfeeding hacks (2:16), vents about ad overload and Apple’s shady iPhone slowdowns (10:43), and breaks down the housing market struggles and Long Island’s reputation (17:28). They then relive Joe Budden’s 45th birthday party with luxury cars, free drinks, and family vibes, reflecting on how Joe’s support shaped their podcasting journey (23:51). Later, they dive into Kai Cenat’s Mafiathon 3, AMP, and the

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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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