The XX Files
The XX Files is a conspiracy-laced, culture-packed podcast where wild theories meet real talk, all filtered through humor, smoke, and unfiltered curiosity. Hosted by PreauXX, it’s a late-night kickback where aliens, clones, and cultural nostalgia collide with sharp takes and unpredictable conversations.
Episodes
Cinema, Culture, and Creative Chaos – The XX Files – Episode 51
Born in New Orleans and raised in Memphis after Hurricane Katrina, Bleu Levees is a recording artist and creative director redefining what Southern artistry can look and feel like. Blending music, film, and visual storytelling, Bleu has built a cinematic universe where every song feels like a scene and every project invites listeners into an entirely new world.Following the release of his debut al
Laughs, Lessons, and Loaded Questions - The XX Files - Episode 50
Episode 50 is all about the power of comedy and the conversations it can create. This week, we’re joined by Memphis creative duo That’s A Peelto talk about their debut album Laugh, 304!!, going viral through skits, acting, and why mental health remains a major part of their mission. We also dive into a bizarre Taco Bell conspiracy, react to a disturbing headline that’s sparked nationwide debate, a
Beats, Backlash, and Big What-Ifs - The XX Files - Episode 49
This week we’re joined by a hit-making producer TP808s for a conversation about what really happens behind the studio doors, the biggest misconceptions about working with artists, and the obstacles that come with building a career in music.Support the show
Floods, Fame, and False Narratives - The XX Files - Episode 48
This week on The XX Files, we’re separating headlines from hysteria. From a White House press secretary calling Gen Z lazy, to India Arie’s comments on “Spend Dat,” an outrageous demand involving Beyoncé, and influencers turning engagement into content, nothing is off limits. We also unpack the tragic National Guard shooting in downtown Memphis during the July 4th celebration, ask why every heavy
Heroes, Hustles, and Hidden Agendas - The XX Files - Episode 47
This week on The XX Files, we’re asking the questions nobody else wants to touch. From Terry Crews’ surprising confession and a pastor throwing hands, to Love Island controversy, superhero debates, and the internet’s obsession with scam culture—we’re separating entertainment from reality.Plus, we tackle this week’s Controversy of the Week: Why are we praising scam culture? And for our Conspiracy o
Mountains, Memphis, and Martians - The XX Files – Episode 46
This week on The XX Files, PreauXX sits down with Memphis photojournalist, filmmaker, adventurer, and storyteller Malik The Martian.Known for documenting culture through a unique lens, Malik has built a reputation for going beyond the expected—from the streets of South Memphis to mountain peaks, wilderness expeditions, and unforgettable encounters in the wild. The conversation dives into his power
Money, Mayhem, and Mixed Signals – The XX Files – Episode 45
This week, the crew dives into major verdicts making national headlines, the New York Knicks finally bringing a championship back to the city, the possibility of UFC fights at the White House, and the internet’s reaction to Haha Davis opening up about his marriage. We also unpack a viral volcano incident that has everyone questioning the lengths people will go for attention and ask whether the gro
Dreams, Dollars, and Delusions - The XX Files – Episode 44
The American Dream, is it still alive, or has it become a luxury item? This week on The XX Files, the crew dives into the reality of chasing success in today’s economy, debating whether content creation has become a more lucrative path than the traditional 9-to-5. We also break down Offset confronting a driver for allegedly manhandling a woman, the viral Kool-Aid Pineapple craze taking over social
Community, Conversations, and Coping Mechanisms With Matt Robinson – The XX Files – Episode 43
This week on The XX Files, we sit down with filmmaker, storyteller, and 38109 Village founder Matt Robinson. We discuss the power of community, the importance of mental health awareness, and why meaningful conversations can change lives. We also debate whether society has become too emotionally fragile, break down a bizarre Florida traffic stop, and ask the questions nobody else is asking during T
Damage Control, Delusion, and Deep Questions – The XX Files – Episode 42
This week on The XX Files, the crew dives into another chaotic week where reality somehow feels more unbelievable than conspiracy theories. From the alleged OnlyFans hack and gunfire outside the White House, to Ray J getting folded by Supa Hot Fire, Episode 42 moves through internet madness, political tension, and cultural exhaustion in real time.The conversation gets heavier as the crew breaks do
Programming, Pressure, and Public Regret – The XX Files – Episode 41
Episode 41 of The XX Files is one of them conversations that starts funny… then slowly turns into a mirror. From ChudTheBuilder’s arrest, Brad Pitt allegedly trying to shoot his shot at Mike Tyson’s wife, MAGA regret stories, church whoopings, and a debate on whether Memphis Jookin is the most influential dance style of this generation and we covered chaos, culture, memory, influence, and ego all
Truths, Theories, and Transmission Signals – The XX Files – Episode 40
PreauXX & R.U.D.Y. sit down with AWFM for an episode full of wild theories, uncomfortable history, Memphis perspectives, and straight bars. From Tennessee politics and declassified UFO files to hantavirus paranoia, bottled water debates, and the real story behind Pocahontas, nothing stays surface level for long. Plus the XX Files Cypher returns.Support the show
Heat, Headlines, and Hard Questions – The XX Files – Episode 39
This episode feel like one of them “we really sat down and talked” type nights. We bounce from the best hot sauce to the fall of Spirit Airlines and what that says about cheap convenience vs real value. Then we tap into the bigger picture, new laws reshaping the South, redistricting, and how decisions made above us quietly change everything around us.We lighten it up debating the greatest TV moms
Noise, Narratives, and Nonsense – The XX Files – Episode 38
This week we get into everything from the best cereal debate to an Ice Spice squabble, and build the ultimate smoke session with legendary stoners. We talk Trump posting AI Jesus, step into the world of King of the Hill, and ask who you’d really be for a week.Controversy heats up with the idea of Memphis being used as a test city for martial law, and the conspiracy gets real—why doesn’t Mary Jane
Style, Substance, and Standing Out w/ JUDA - The XX Files - Episode 37
Style used to be something you wore. Now it’s something people perform.This episode, we tap in with Juda Ezell—somebody who don’t just get dressed, he understands presentation. From Memphis culture to modern trends, we break down what style really is versus what people think it is.We talk influence, pressure, what brands lost their edge, and why most people aren’t actually stylish—they’re just fol
Loyalty, Labels, and Lines You Shouldn’t Cross - The XX Files - Episode 36
Episode 36 of The XX Files gets into how people really be picking and choosing what matters. From LeBron and Memphis to Pooh Shiesty and Gucci Mane, we talk about how loyalty, opportunity, and timing can shift everything.We also get into Trick Daddy showing up at an AKA convention and why certain spaces make people uncomfortable, plus what it actually means when someone gets labeled “conduct detri
History, Hacks, and Hard Truths - The XX Files - Episode 35
From a global debate around the Transatlantic Slave Trade being labeled the gravest crime against humanity, to questioning how history gets framed depending on who’s telling it—this episode opens up a bigger conversation about truth, power, and narrative.The conversation shifts from heavy to hilarious with a debate on the worst candy bars growing up, before diving into Tiger Woods back in the head
Real, Viral, or Just for Validation? - The XX Files - Episode 34
Episode 34 of The XX Files… this one different.We talking about how fast a story can flip. One minute somebody inspirational… next minute they trending for something dark. The Dayton Webber situation really make you sit back and question how well we actually know people.Then we get into this idea of identity—actors playing roles, people moving in character, and how easy it is to blur the line betw
Fear, Fades, and Fugitive Energy - The XX Files - Episode 33
Episode 33 of The XX Files jumps from culture to chaos in the way only this show can. We break down the controversy around Teyana Taylor’s role in One Battle After Another, settle a barbershop debate over who would win between Melvin, Deebo, and Damon, and get into a deeper question about whether fear or anger is the stronger force in people.Along the way we revisit cartoon characters we couldn’t
Pressure, Patience, and Peachtree With Jai Musiq - The XX Files - Episode 32
Episode 32 of The XX Files brings Memphis artist Jai Musiq into the room for a conversation about patience, growth, and staying true to your path in an industry that constantly tries to rush you.With his upcoming project 'EP to Peachtree' on the way, Jai talks about the inspiration behind the music, the influence of time spent in Atlanta, and how Memphis continues to shape the way he mov
Main Character Energy With Slimeroni - The XX Files - Episode 31
Episode 31 of The XX Files got Slimeroni in the building and we didn’t keep it surface.We talked music. We talked acting. We talked anime. We talked range.From making records that really moved, to stepping into Fran on GRITS and making her feel like somebody you actually know, not a character. This is a conversation about what it looks like to operate in multiple spaces without shrinking yourself
Quiet Power, Loud Truths With Ricky Davaine - The XX Files - Episode 30
Ricky Davaine pulls up to The XX Files for a conversation rooted in vulnerability, faith, rebellion, and real life. A Memphis-born singer, rapper, and guitarist, Ricky moves between melody and truth effortlessly, blending soul, grit, and introspection in a way that feels lived in—not performed.We talk about navigating identity, carrying the weight of where you come from, creative discipline, and w
Outside The Lines With UNCLE AUNTI - The XX Files - Episode 29
In this episode of The XX Files, PreauXX sits down with UNCLE AUNTI, a Memphis duo musician and saxophonist/ producer who never really fit into one lane.Coming off the release of his latest album Ego Deathing in a Driveway under the name UNCLE AUNTI, they talks about identity, ego, and what it looks like to grow without abandoning yourself. The conversation moves through creative freedom, inspirat
Not Trendy, Timeless with Pe$o - The XX Files - Episode 28
This week on The XX Files, PreauXX sits down with Memphis designer Pe$o — a creative who understands that style is more than clothes… it’s identity.From basketball roots to building a respected fashion brand in the city, Pe$o breaks down the mindset behind designing with intention, moving like a business, and creating pieces that feel personal instead of trendy.The conversation dives into executio
No Excuses, Just Execution - The XX Files - Episode 27
PreauXX and R.U.D.Y. sit down with Jussflo for a conversation about what it really takes to survive as an independent artist today. Not the highlight reel, the real work.They talk discipline, distractions, and how easy it is to look busy without actually building anything. From quality vs quantity to staying focused in a world designed to pull your attention every five minutes, the episode keeps c
Before It's Rewarded With Chelsthemac - The XX Files - Episode 26
Today’s guest is someone who really represents evolution in real time.Not just in what she creates… but in how she moves.ChelsTheMac is a creative, a visionary, and an artist learning how to trust her own voice louder than outside noise. Her work lives at the intersection of expression, identity, and becoming.In this episode, we talk about growth, pressure, and self-discovery. We dive into her new
When Grounded People Become Dangerous - The XX Files - Episode 25
In this episode of The XX Files, PreauXX sits down with Memphis multidisciplinary artist and UNAPOLOGETIC creative Nubia for a conversation rooted in inner worlds, power dynamics, and what it means to protect what’s sacred.Centered around her latest work, Slightly Sacred, Nubia breaks down the meaning behind the title, the parts of herself she had to shed, and how power shows up in creativity, rel
Low Key, No Ceiling - The XX Files - Episode 24
Today’s guest moves with intention.A$h has been building since 2015—stacking consistency, not chasing noise.From background vocals with some of the biggest names in music to stepping fully into her own sound, this conversation is about patience, confidence, and trusting the long game.LOW KEY isn’t just the title of her latest album—it’s the way she moves.Support the show
Becoming Every Version of Yourself - The XX Files - Episode 23
Episode 23 of The XX Files dives into the world of Brezay — an artist who refuses to fit inside a single box. From music to fashion to entertainment, Brezay treats creativity like a living thing, shaping it with color, personality, and purpose.We talk about what drives a multifaceted artist, why staying connected to the youth matters now more than ever, and how every era of their life has built th
Portals, Playlists & The Power of Zetta - The XX Files - Episode 22
DJ Zetta pulled up and broke down his journey, his lessons, and his clover-coded era.We talked Young Dolph memories, DJ mishaps, fitness glow-ups, and why some booths might actually be portals.Hot Topics were crazy this week too… tap in and buckle up.#XXFiles 🎧Support the show
The Fire That Shapes You, Crown Prince - The XX Files - Episode 21
Crown Prince of Memphis pulls up to talk Ja Morant, Kobe’s camp, Pharrell’s influence, balancing firefighter life with artistry, and his new single dropping Friday.Support the show
Reputation, Power & The Price of Control - The XX Files - Episode 20
From Ja Morant’s image battle with Kendrick Perkins to the shocking arrests shaking up the NBA, from Al Sharpton’s secret history with the feds to a Cash Money vs No Limit showdown rewriting southern rap history—this week’s episode dives into the thin line between legacy and leverage.In a world where headlines are weapons and perception is currency, who really decides who’s the hero and who’s the
Crowns, Control, & Consequences - The XX Files - Episode 19
From the ‘No Kings’ protest to a looming government shutdown that could cut off millions from SNAP benefits.PreauXX and Rudy are diving into what happens when power, pride, and politics collide.In America, we say ‘power to the people’… but are we just trading one crown for another? Support the show
Redemption or Reputation With AWFM | The XX Files | Episode 18
This week on The XX Files, PreauXX and AWFM break down the difference between being free and being forgiven.Derrick Groves gets caught after a wild New Orleans escape. Pooh Shiesty comes home. The Memphis Task Force faces heat. And Julia Fox & Marlon Wayans go head-to-head over what a “real man” really is.But beneath it all lies the bigger question: Is Memphis being gentrified through fear?Bec
“Who Controls The Narrative”? | The XX Files | Episode 17
Episode 17 dives into chaos, control, and culture. From Mark Sanchez facing felony charges after an altercation with a 69-year-old truck driver, to new footage shaking up the Kyren Lacy case, to debates over Sora AI and digital blackface, we break down how narratives get built—and twisted. We talk Memphis task forces, free speech, and whether safety is real or just surveillance. And we spotlight J
Thrax Life & Positivity w/ Lil TeeTop | The XX Files | Episode 16
Episode 16 out now Memphis’ own Lil TeeTop pulled up and we got into it — Thrax Life, mushrooms, fatherhood, and why positivity still hits even when negativity go viral.Plus we break down the National Guard in Memphis, TikTok’s new U.S. deal, and Bud Crawford’s run-in with Omaha police.Support the show
The Smooth Operator of Memphis Rap, Chvchi Chvmberlain - The XX Files - Episode 15
Chuchi Chvmberlain is one of Memphis’s most fashion-forward and original artists, blending style, bars, and hustle into a sound that can’t be duplicated. Known for his signature cadence, sharp metaphors, and smooth presence, Chuchi has built a reputation as both a trendsetter and a super dad balancing artistry with real life. He’s not just making music — he’s building legacy.Support the show
R&B Confessions, National Guard & Memphis Mayhem - The XX Files - Episode 14
We sat down with Kendrick P. to talk about the challenges of being an R&B artist, Memphis’ R&B scene, his most vulnerable & embarrassing moments, and even a secret he’s never told in an interview We also break down: National Guard rolling into Memphis GloRilla firing shots at Young Thug IShowSpeed’s wild trip to the city Thoughts on Charlie Kirk (yeah, we went there)And this week’s Con
Bodies, Snitches & Biscuits - The XX Files - Episode 13
This week on The XX Files: A body found in D4vd’s Tesla Street culture in rap after the snitching allegations Why Black folks don’t rock with Cracker Barrel Charleston White chased off an HBCU campus Conspiracy of the Week: Are HBCUs being used as culture test grounds? Interrogation questions that’ll have you arguing with your homies. Final Thought: If nothing is sacred, then everything is up for
Paperwork and Price Tags - The XX Files - Episode 12
In this episode of The XX Files, we dive into the crossroads of life, loyalty, and the streets. I open with a personal reflection on attending a funeral and the raw truth about grief and legacy. From there, we break down the latest in hip-hop and culture:Young Thug’s phone call raids and what it means for his case.The future of the ATL rap “gangsta” persona with so many snitches being exposed.A Br
Background Tracks, Beatdowns & Breakdowns - The XX Files - Episode 11
• Raja Jackson Incident – Rampage Jackson’s son turns a wrestling match into a real-life assault. Was it a “work gone wrong,” or straight-up reckless violence? • Lil Nas X Breakdown – From walking LA half-naked to an arrest and suspected overdose—cry for help or publicity stunt? • Conspiracy Theory of the Week – “AirPods were designed to disappear on purpose.” • The Interrogation – Wild rapid-fir
Shadow Bans & Shadow Agendas - The XX Files - Episode 10
From Hulk Hogan’s controversial legacy to Julian Brown’s mysterious disappearance, we’re diving into the headlines the algorithm don’t want you to touch. Plus: locker room weirdness, courtside disrespect, and Ghislaine Maxwell’s immunity deal. Conspiracy of the week? Instagram’s shadow audience might be real.Support the show
Superpowers, Spill Zones, & Spiritual Warfare - The XX Files - Episode 9
2,000 gallons of “don’t breathe that” spilled on I-55,Paranormal dude dies and Annabelle goes ghost,If Memphis niggas had superpowers—who runnin’ it?Conspiracy: The system needs you stressedInterrogation includes musty breath, and Rolling Loud in Confederate drip.Support the show
The Self-Aware Flex - The XX Files - Episode 8
Lime nails, tattoos, GRWM energy, and fatherhood lessons—Scottie Fife pulled up to talk style, AI going sentient, Angel Reese’s 2K flex, and the trap of scrolling with regret. Real talk. Loud drip. Conscious chaos.Support the show
Love Island, Rap gods, & Firework Trauma - The XX Files - Episode 7
Why TF is your homeboy glued to Love Island? Who’s on the Mt. Rushmore of current rap?Can Samoan wrestlers say the N-word?? And why them July 4th booms got us flinching like we in a warzone…Final Thought: Time is the real flex New episode of The XX Files out now – solo dolo and fully unhinged.Support the show
The Rudy Theory - The XX Files - Episode 6
What does R.U.D.Y. really stand for—?From anime-powered Memphis brawls to villain origin stories and chaotic smoke rotations… this one got levels.Tap in for laughs, lore, and legendary moments.Support the show
Bored, Sober, And Thinking Too Much - XX Files - Episode 5
In this episode, I sat down dolo and just let the thoughts fly. I broke down why sometimes overthinking is the real enemy. It’s a raw stream of consciousness from a sober mind trying to make sense of the madness.Support the show
Love Bombs And Liabilities - The XX Files - Episode 4
In Episode 4 of The XX Files, PreauXX brings on his first-ever guest and dives deep into toxic relationship patterns, emotional manipulation, and how people confuse “being chosen” with actually being valued.They unpack what a love bomb really looks like, how it feels in real time, and why it’s so easy to fall for someone’s potential instead of their patterns. The convo hits hard but stays hilariou
Toe To Toe With The Bullsh*t - The XX Files - Episode 3
This week, I lace up the gloves and square off with the heavyweight champ of chaos: Toxicity. From ignoring red flags to throwing emotional haymakers in situationships, we unpack the inner battles that come with growth, guilt, and knowing better but still doing dumb sh*t. I talk about times I’ve been the problem, the patterns I’m still trying to unlearn, and how self-awareness ain’t always pretty—
They Don't Make Real Like They Used To - XX Files - Episode 2
From childhood kicks to cultural glitches, this episode dives into the slow death of authenticity. PreauXX breaks down the ways nostalgia is being sold back to us, questions if we’re living in a soft apocalypse, and unpacks why being funny, raw, and real in today’s world feels like rebellion. It’s conspiracy, culture, and kickbacks.Support the show
Welcome To The XX Files - Episode 1
Welcome to The XX Files—where conspiracy meets comedy, culture, and chaos.Let’s talk wild theories, real stories, and everything they don’t want us to say out loud.Tap in. You’re not supposed to be here.Support the show
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