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The Gangster Chronicles

The Gangster Chronicles

The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts 362 Episodes Jul 3, 2026

The Gangster Chronicles is a podcast that explores the history and impact of Gangsta Rap, hosted by Bigg Steele and MC Eiht. It features interviews with legendary rappers, producers, and industry figures, covering the genre's evolution from the 1980s to today. The show delves into the socio-political factors that shaped Gangsta Rap and its enduring influence on music and culture.

Episodes

Mastermind From A Cell Jul 3, 2026 3934 What if I told you that the real mastermind behind Power, Empire & other hit shows is an incarcerated brother currently serving life in a North Carolina prison that you never heard of by the name of Kwame Teague? We sit down with him and talk about his faulty case in racist ass North Carolina, and how he forever changed the book game with his "Dutch" series, Tap in and hit the homie Kwame up @ pri
Murder Was The Case Jun 19, 2026 3692 Eiht and Steele discuss the recent L's that we have taken as a race and Eiht and Steele contemplate if they would make more dough gossiping?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don’t Feed The Trolls Jun 7, 2026 3779 Eiht, Steele & Glasses discuss the Internet, trolls and the repercussions of going to far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Keeping Your Name Clean in the Internet Era May 30, 2026 3843 MC Eiht and Norm Steele are talking defamation lawsuits, freedom of speech, and protecting your reputation in the social media era. They discuss how celebrity culture has changed, the impact of internet rumors, fan interactions, and whether suing over false accusations is justified. The conversation also dives into success, work ethic, financial discipline, the realities of the music business, and
Nickles and Dimes (with Glasses Malone) May 21, 2026 4291 Surprise guest Glasses Malone falls through, and discuss shifting podcast formats toward limited series and more story-driven content. They critique today’s culture as manufactured, driven by false narratives and social-media follower “disconnect,” arguing microphones and screens reduce accountability and push people to perform rather than be themselves. Norm recounts arriving br
JT the Bigga Figga Breaks Down the Independent Grind, Master P Era Stories & How to Level Up Your Hustle May 7, 2026 2936 This week on Gangster Chronicles, we tap in with a true West Coast pioneer — JT the Bigga Figga. Straight out of San Francisco, JT breaks down the blueprint behind his independent grind and how he turned hustle into legacy. From dropping game on leveling up your business mindset to navigating the music industry without handouts, this episode is packed with gems for anybody serious about getting to
Mopreme Shakur Breaks Silence on Tupac’s Death, Puffy, FBI & “This Thug’s Life” Apr 23, 2026 3341 In this exclusive interview, Mopreme Shakur opens up like never before. We dive deep into the revolutionary legacy of his father, Mutulu Shakur, his lifelong impact on the fight for Black liberation, and the powerful influence of his brother, the late icon Tupac Shakur. Mopreme speaks candidly about the ongoing questions surrounding Tupac’s death, the conspiracy theories
Bishop Lamont Says The Industry Is Programming The Masses Apr 16, 2026 4399 In this episode, I sit down with Bishop Lamont for a deep, unfiltered conversation about the reality of the music business and the forces operating behind the scenes. Bishop opens up about his experience being signed to Dr. Dre, the highs and lows of navigating an industry filled with politics, agendas, and fake relationships. We dive into how music and media are used to shape culture and influenc
Rob T Talk's Crazy Tunes (RIP). Jazzy Dee, Prison & More Mar 27, 2026 3648 We kicked it with the homie Rob T and went down memory lane and had a dope conversation. Press Play.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Crip Mac talk's, prison, mental health, Trump, hip hop, fatherhood Mar 20, 2026 4098 In this powerful and unfiltered interview, we sit down with Crip Mac for one of his most honest conversations yet. We talk about his time spent in lock up, becoming a new father, his Top 5 rappers of all time, and his controversial “Top 5 Tap Out List.” Crip Mac also opens up about his thoughts on President Trump, how he feels he’s been taken advantage of in the industr
MC Eiht: I'm Ready To Move On From Rap Mar 14, 2026 3565 Steele and Eiht chop it up about moving on from hip hop and ask is everyone has a price?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Do Black Men Have A Disadvantage Being Fathers? Mar 7, 2026 3580 Steele and Eiht have a lengthy discussion about parenting as black men.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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