Because We Are Podcast
Because We Are Podcast is a show hosted by cinematographer Damon Godbolt, artist Jus Had, and producer/editor Tren. The hosts discuss lifestyle, music, film, TV shows, video games, and their own experiences navigating the media industry. The feed also carries a second show, Because I Am Podcast, in which three strangers who don't know each other are brought together each episode to share their views and opinions in an open, freely expressive interview format. Because I Am Podcast is described as discrimination free but not judgment free, welcoming everyone to share and every opinion to be heard.
Episodes
Episode 184 | The Camera Man
In this episode, we open with our condolences towards other MJ impersonators as a new one rises up the ranks on TikTok livestreams. Next, we talk about popstars, our relationship to American pop music and how it relates to pop from other countries. Later, we finally reboot our Fantasy Music Labels and select new artists as well as introducing a new category and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Ovr
Episode 183 | You Can Do What You Wanna Do
Had starts off with his experience in a doppelganger Facebook group and thoughts on internet anonymity. Then we get into a discussion about Black media, mostly movies and tv shows, and what makes them Black media and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: AZ Chike - Need Your Love (feat. JMSN) Had: Karri - Summer In Manila (Oakland 3) Tren: Parriun - DUTCH KEY/KISSING BOOTH Support us on Patreon: patre
Episode 182 | SPEAK UP
Had starts off with a realization about arguments that he needs everyone to know. Next, we give our honest review about Insomniac's newest title, Wolverine, while also addressing some of the criticism that exists around the game so far. Then we got into Papoose's newest diss track about his former partner Remy Ma titled JEZEBEL. We discussed Lanterns so far, actors working with their spouse/family
Episode 181 | Cubed Ice
Tren starts the episode off with a proposition for people who have life in prison. Next, we get into Lanterns and how it's been received by us and the general public. We talk about GTA VI's news and our reservations/excitement about it, Daejon Love scamming women by pretending to be a 49ers player, celebrating anniversaries for albums, more music news, and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Young Ro
Episode 180 | Them Sweedles Ain't Deedling
Tren starts the episode off asking Had & Damon if they'd still do the podcast with him if he had an illness. Later, we talk about The Game's newest album "Documentary III" and his antics surrounding LA and hiphop. We then get into the state of R&B, who is leading the charge, we tune into the Joe vs. Donell Jones Verzuz, watch the second Doomsday Trailer and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Ransom
Episode 179 | Plagiarism
On this episode, we talked about lifelong friendships and if we feel like we've already made as many as we're going to have. Then, Had gives his take on Spider-Man: Brand New Day SPOILER ALERT and we finally get into spoiler territory while also giving examples of plagiarism (or references). We talk about upcoming music as well as posthumous releases for producers such as J Dilla, Tyga's 0.0 album
Episode 178 | APM
On this episode, Dame and Tren unite as the Sony Boys once again to talk about Spider-Man: Brand New Day as well as Kevin Feige and Marvel's backlash for cancelling shows/movie plans. We discuss Primetime, the upcoming movie based on To Catch a Predator, some music news and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Ambré - She Tren: Alewya - Maktoub Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/becausewearepodcast ,
Episode 177 | See You In Valhalla
Had starts us off with a personal story about his first experience at an interactive water park and his near death experience. On the topic of doom, we then react to the newest trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, which included our very first Death Draft (or Dead Pool) in which we predict which characters will live and die in the film. We talk about The Odyssey and how it's been received, our ideal ad
Episode 176 | Unc Gotta Go Night Night
The BWA boys are BACK with many stories about where they've been, what they're doing, and what they're up to next. We started off reflecting on our very first live show at Essence Fest and trip to New Orleans. We then caught up on all the gaming news we missed, specifically the Grand Theft Auto 6 price announcement and the future of gaming being discless. Had & Damon get into ***SPOILER TERRITORY*
Episode 175.5 | DID I MENTION I LIKE TO FILM (feat. Flynt Flossy) [Rideshare Revenge Reaction]
Grab your popcorn, a drink, a blanket (if necessary) and get ready to experience our full reaction to the Horror Series pilot 'Rideshare Revenge' + an interview with the creator himself! Who is the creator, you ask? He's a Dancer. He's a Musician. He's an Artist. And now... he's a Director! Joining us to chat all about his newest film, Turquoise Jeep's own, Flynt Flossy! SYNOPSIS: In the eerie cit
Episode 175 | Knicks in 5
On this episode, we started off talking about the best toys, stuffed animals and imaginary friends that we had growing up. Next, we catch up with eachother after being away for almost a month, discussing Damon's work trips, Had's new move, & Tren's vacation. Marvel & Insomniac Games released an extended gameplay trailer for their upcoming game 'Wolverine', so of COURSE we react to it. Tren breaks
Episode 174 | Another Cursed Episode
This episode is cursed. We talked about stuff. No video for this either because that would be a disaster. You'll hear why. Wicked Radio: Dame: Jenevieve - Flight Risqué (feat. Freddie Gibbs & SALIMATA) Had: GIVĒON - REPLICA (feat. Sasha Keable) Tren: Isaiah Rashad - ACT NORMAL Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/becausewearepodcast , for access to bonus episodes, new exclusive segments from us an
Episode 173 | I THINK I'M OKAY
On this episode, Had starts off with his confession about his experiences with the male loneliness epidemic and his types of friendships. Tren has choice words for the older generations liking of AI, including his own mother! Later, Had gives his review of the newest biopic 'Michael', Tren has choice words for fans that are mad at Cynthia Erivo potentially playing Storm, Tren & Had argue over Fren
Episode 172 | Because We Blackout
On this episode, Tren started off with choice words towards Spotify's Blend option which starts a discussion on sharing music taste. Next, Had shares his very first experience with his company's Field Day. Later, we talk about Wrestlemania weekend, Jame Gunn's upcoming movie 'Clayface', *SPOILER ALERT* the 'Invincible' finale, Drake's rollout and announcement of his upcoming project ICEMAN and muc
Episode 171 | He's Not Available
On this episode, Damon started off with a much needed apology to Viltrum's own, Thragg, which spurs a * SPOILER HEAVY * discussion on Invincible leading up the season finale. Next, we got into Aang: The Last Airbender leaks and the team that worked on reacting to it's early unofficial release. Later, Damon talked about Daredevil: Born Again and the actor's pushing for it's continuation, Jay Uso's
Episode 170 | La Luna
On this episode, we started off with talking about Artemis II and new pictures from space. Next we talked about Starfield's PS5 release and other games that we love that everyone else hates. We talked about who would be in our bunkers in a post apocalyptic world and what our roles would be, Wrestlemania updates, advice from our parents, Pooh Shiesty & Gucci Mane, Offset & Lil Tjay, and much more!
Episode 169 | He's Really Sweet
On this episode, we started off with shout outs/shut ups to people who claim to be closer to you than they really are. Next, we talk about if there are rules to Twitter beef and J. Cole/JAŸ-Z's recent comments in their press runs. We also review Fetty Wap's newest album. Later, Tren gives a spoiler free review of the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Had gives a spoiler free review of Project: Hail Mary,
Episode 168 | Twice As Hard
On this episode, we started off with a shoutout to the reactions of our last bracket on White Sayings, and followed up with our last bracket of March: Best Animated/Cartoon Moms. Next, we get into the Oscar's Award Show and some of the things we loved and hated about it. Later, we talk about the newest Spiderman trailer, updates on the Nintendo Cinematic Universe, JAŸ-Z's show announcements and mu
Episode 167 | Facetious
On this episode, we started off with our beefs against subscription based services and the difficulties around cancelling them. Next, we get into another March Madness bracket, this time themed around White People and later... White sayings! Later we talk about Bam Adebayo's 83 point game and it's reactions, updates with NFL trades, the future of WWE, and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Joy Crook
Episode 166 | Looks Delicious
On this episode, Tren starts off with some reflection on radio stations and radio premiere memories. Then, we get into the newest Pokemon game announcement and do our first bracket of March, Pokemon Starter themed. Later, we discuss Resident Evil Requiem and it's reception, the idea of review bombing, another bracket focused around fictional characters fighting and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame:
Episode 165 | 1-800-GAMBLER
On this episode, we had to address some of the kind and not so kind comments we've recieved on our latest drops. Next, we get into an honest conversation about the BAFTA's controversy and how it's received by us. We cover our feelings Baby Keem's new album Ca$ino and his live premiere of the album, Wolverine getting a release date, T.I dissing 50 Cent and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: 3ee - CLC
Episode 164 | Is This Camera On Me?
On this episode, Tren started off with a confrontation. The guys talk about their Valentine's Day outings and feelings about some of the happenings surrounding it. Next, we get into LaRussell's feelings on Lil Wayne and how he's impacted the music industry and later getting into if there are songs that should never be sampled. We cover the idea of our parent's friendship dynamics and how it affect
Episode 163 | You're Such a Latino
In this episode, Tren & Dame start with their much needed shoutouts and shut ups to Mother Nature, before getting into all the talk surrounding the 2026 Grammys. Next, Dame gets into J. Cole's recent freestyles, album expectations and whether or not this is really his final album. Later we get into the Super Bowl predictions and Bad Bunny's upcoming performance, Marvel Studios newest show 'Wonder
Episode 162 | The Worst Year Of My Life
Tren starts this episode off talking about a famous YouTube comment thread that went on for over a year which led into a conversation about internet opps. Had then follows up with his recent discovery involving body cam footage and shows like Judge Judy. Later, we discuss Oscar nominations, react to A$AP Rocky's music video for 'WHISKEY/BLACK DEMARCO' and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Jordan Wa
Episode 161 | That Blessing Blocked Me (feat. Lindsey of AudMagic)
The Cancer Boys start by talking about a Reddit threads race verification function and where it could be useful elsewhere. Later, we react to J. Cole's newest track's music video off of his final double album 'The Fall Off'. We are also joined by our very special guest Lindsey of AudMagic, who reads our tarot for the New Year and reveals some much needed personal insight and much more! Wicked Ra
Episode 160 | On Your Left
The BWA crew RETURNS in 2026 with stories about their time off during the holidays. We then get into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 with Had finishing the game and discussing his feelings about it at length. Later, we review Marvel's most recent trailer for Avengers: Doomsday and what we expect from the year long wait. Dame breaks down the Stranger Things finale and how it's being received, Tren disc
Episode 159 | Just Do The Damon!
On this episode Tren started off with his shout out/shut up and some reaffirming news he received this week. Later, we caught up after an unexpected week off going over the separate livestream experiences we had while we were away: Damon, doing his first ever livestream selling with Jeeter and Had running Because We Are's first official livestream during the Game Awards. We reacted to the newest S
Episode 158 | Let Me Pull In The Good Chair
On this episode we started off talking about compliments that are taken as insults which led to a very thick discussion about how Thanksgiving went, led by Had. Later, we briefly talked about the Diddy doc produced by 50 Cent and a split decision scenario for Godbolt Visuals. We got into X softdoxxing users and what it means for those accounts, our individual Spotify Wrapped and BWA Wrapped and mu
Episode 157 | Easy There, Buttermilk...
On this episode we started off talking about Had's most recent ban on TikTok and if AI thinks no one should be saying the n word. Next, Tren briefly discusses his most recent addiction to vinyl while showing off his collection. Later, we discussed the Gaming Award nominations and our thoughts on most of the categories, Spotify acquiring WhoSampled and what it means for the future of sampling and m
Episode 156 | I'm Not Waiting Five Seasons
On this episode we started off talking about funny things that happen at funerals and what we'd expect at ours. Next, we reflected on the past week away and some of the reactions to our most recent Because We Feud clips, things we've been made fun of for and more. Later, we reacted to the 'Super Mario Galaxy Movie' trailer and talked about the future of gaming consoles with Valve's most recent ann
Episode 155 | This Brother Starving (feat. Dame Harvey)
Because We Feud: Round 5 IS HERE! Had, the defending champion, comes in with confidence only a true King of Queens would have... while Tren once again tries to end the reign of black asswhooping that continues to ensue on this show. You will not want to miss this one! We can never forget our VERY special thanks to every single supporter that has participated in, commented on, and engaged
Episode 154 | Allegedly
On this episode we started off talking about the adult pleasure of buying new furniture! Then we got into Halloween season and the possible rebrand that it needs to be hot again. Later, we got into the NBA season returning and the feds doing a sweep picking up coaches and players for gambling. We talked about new music and the story of Her's and their untimely demise leaving their legacy to the fa
Episode 153 | Get Off The Stage
On this episode Had started us off talking about his newest hobby! Then we got into reflecting on officially making 100K subscribers on YouTube and comments about it. Next, we talked about D'Angelo's impact on music and the people that survive him, as well as humanizing more artists with Mario getting mad at a cameraman on stage as an example. Later, we reacted to Wynne & Dame D.O.L.L.A's freestyl
Episode 152 | Michael Jackson Impersonators (100K)
On this episode we started off talking about the closing on our long journey to 100k! Then we got into the growing popularity of Sora AI and it's biggest pros/cons. We discussed Drake's case getting dismissed and how he moves forward after all that's happened, Taylor Swift's newest album and how it's being criticized, EJ Jones' 'Gas Station Love' and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: K CAMP - Lois La
Episode 151 | We Both Lose (feat. Dame Harvey)
The time has come... Because We Feud: Round 4 has arrived! With a lot of great back and forths, TONS of laughs, and a few upsets... Had & Tren duke it out once again in what might be the greatest episode of BWF history! As always, a very special thanks to every single of our supporters that participated and we'll see you again soon for the next one! Enjoy. -BWA Support us on Patreon: patreon.com
Episode 150 | Crying Under The Shades
On this episode we started off reintroducing ourselves to the new listenership through a trolley problem. Later, Tren opened up about his time away on vacation, we discussed Spotify's newest great playist mixing feature and their not so great terms and conditions training AI with our content. We also reviewed Marvel's newest game trailer for 'Wolverine', and discussed the best/worth rule changes i
Episode 149 | We Half Mast?
On this episode we talked about using your relationship as an excuse to get out of plans, Dame's time in NY and Tren's absence, sports news updates, and Cardi B's upcoming album 'Am I The Drama?". Later, we got into some exciting upcoming video game news & as well as the Nintendo Cinematic Universe. We also talked about the newest Demon Slayer movie SPOILER ALERT, our reactions and much more! Wick
Episode 148 | All The Pronouns Was Outside
On this episode we started off talking about our Coulda Been Fantasy League start and the first game of the season, then we got into Joey Bada$$'s newest album 'Lonely At The Top' and it's impact to the New York sound, Sabrina Carpenter's newest album 'Man's Best Friend' and it's impact on the Pop culture and singers, and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Dwele - A.N.G.E.L. - Interlude Had: Beanie Si
Episode 147 | The Guys At The Regal (feat. Dame Harvey)
On this episode we started off with a very honest conversation about lefties, veganism, and Marley's Gotham Grill serving 300+ different wing flavors. Later on the show, we got into Round 3 of Because We Feud, where Had is attempting to defend his title for a three-peat and Tren comes to compete! We give updates on our Fantasy Music Labels and much more! Wicked Radio: Had: Mary J. Blige - Everythi
Episode 146 | Mentally Illmatic
On this episode we started off with a virtual obituary for the artist formerly known as Call.Me.Had, then we reflect on some of the comments we've gotten on our most recent videos. Later, we watched the trailer for A24's upcoming movie 'Marty Supreme', talked about sample clearances and who should get paid the most and why, upcoming music, and JID's 'God Does Like Ugly' album. Lastly, we discussed
Episode 145 | He From North Philly
On this episode we started off with a fierce debate about Iced Tea vs. Fruit Punch, and followed up with an in depth review of Summer Slam. Later, we got into what songs that we enjoy deserved a music video and still should have one made and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Mariah the Scientist - Is It a Crime? (feat. Kali Uchis) Had: Metro Boomin - Take Me Thru Dere (feat. Quavo, Breskii, YK Niec
Episode 144 | I'm Here (feat. Dame Harvey)
On this episode we started off talking about Had's anniversary vacation and what he's learned about himself and his marriage, then Had's Hate Train pulls into the station as we quickly discuss Freddie Gibbs and the Alchemist's newest album 'Alfredo 2' and it's album of the year conversations. Later, Dame & Tren give a spoiler free review of 'Fantastic 4: First Steps', Had & Damon discuss recent WW
Episode 143 | That Was Easy
On this episode we started off with a special announcement about the future of the podcast and our Because We Feud segment, Damon's review of the newest Clipse album 'Let God Sort Em Out' and our Neptunes member preference. Then, we got into a review of the Superman movie. Later, we reviewed the Mortal Kombat II trailer, the past of gaming & our custom fatalities, Coldplay calling out an affair in
Episode 142 | Because We Rip
On this episode Tren started off asking for advice going into his 30s, then we started reacting to a few of the XXL Freshman Class Freestyles and who we think will be the most successful, the updates to Diddy's case, the best and worst parts about July 4th, fake ab body shaming, which game universe we'd want to be an NPC in, the TRUTH about Love Island and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Little B
Episode 141 | Google Akuma
On this episode we started off with our closing thoughts on Pride Month, then quickly got into 50 Cent and others recently being casted in the upcoming live action video game adaption of 'Street Fighter', Will Smith's newest freestyle and life post Oscar slap, and Jim Jones vs. Nas in terms of hits, impact and charting. Later, we got into the newest Drake & Playboi Carti leak, Kendrick's leaked ve
Episode 140 | Podfishing
On this episode we started off reflecting on the past week of the podcast's growth, we then broke down Cardi B's newest single/diss track 'OUTSIDE', Erykah Badu and The Alchemist's recent single heavily using AI for the visuals, Clipse's new single 'So Be It' and Pusha's comments about Travis Scott and much more! Wicked Radio: Had: kwn - back of the club Dame: sosocamo - there he go Tren: Res - Le
Episode 139 | Why Are You Crying?
On this episode we reviewed the BET Awards, the reception Lil Wayne's 'Tha Carter VI' has had and how great beats could save bad raps and vice versa, the newest Superman trailer, what the saddest song is and what's on our sad playlists, and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: JayDon - Lullaby (feat. Paradise) Had: Mozzy - REPUTATION EVERYTHING (feat. Celly Ru) Tren: Brijean - Counting Sheep Support us
Episode 138 | Because We Feud (feat. Dame Harvey)
In this episode, we had our annual Because We Are Juneteenth Game Show hosted by Dame Harvey! We then got into Clipse and their most recent single 'Ace Trumpets' in addition to legal and label battles they've faced leading up to their upcoming album, a live reaction to some of Lil Wayne's anticipated "Tha Carter VI" and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Rome Streetz x Conductor Williams - Ricky Bobby
Episode 137 | Still???
In this episode, we start off talking about our own thrilling illegal experiences, lying to friends who are grieving, the best karaoke moments and our selections, an updated attraction rating scale with MANY examples, a shoutout to Kai Cenat and Streamer University, Tren's Kendrick Lamar & SZA concert experience and much more! Wicked Radio: Had: Lloyd Banks - DEDICATION (feat. TL TopOfDaLyne) Dame
Episode 136 | The Cool Table
On this episode, Had & Dame discuss the Knicks 3-2 run, the Red Bull cypher by Big Sean, Ab-Soul & Joey Bada$$, Joey Bada$$ firing again at the West Coast & Ray Vaughn's rebutals, and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: Kal Banx - HOP OUT CHO FEELINS (feat. Smino & Buddy) Had: Nas - You Wouldn't Understand (feat. Victoria Monét) Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/becausewearepodcast , for access to
Episode 135 | In His Natural Habitat
On this episode, Had started us off with ADHD life updates. We then got into a conversation about what type of music has influenced each of us the most and the saddest songs we've ever heard. Later, we got into perception of midlife crises and decisions on changing your physical appearance, the difference between being cool and trying to "look young". Of course, we HAD to talk about BWA vs. The Go
Episode 134 | A$AP Coogler
On this episode, we started off talking about how we handle telling our friends about good news & bad news. We covered Kendrick Lamar's first show of the 'GNX' Tour and what Tren expects from it, having a 51 song setlist and the pros and cons of an interweaved show. Later, Damon & Had discussed Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' which led to a bigger conversation about double acting and much more! Wicked
Episode 133 | Sorry Bruce! (feat. Nichole Hill)
On this episode, we were joined by our special guest and 'Our Ancestors Were Messy' creator, Nichole Hill. We started off talking about Nichole's experience working on her new show and dug deeper into some of the stories chosen. Later, we talked about voice actors voicing Black or Black coded animated characters, Keri Hilson's recent attempts at getting back into the music industry after being bla
Episode 132 | This Is Hard
On this episode, we started off talking about Tren's Tyler, the Creator concert experience and the recent ticket pricing of upcoming shows. Later, we discussed Nintendo's next console drop, the Switch 2, and how it may affect the future pricing of gaming. Next, we finished our Fantasy Music Label Draft! Wicked Radio: Dame: Creepy Nuts - オトノケ(Otonoke) Had: ELHAE - Drama Tren: meagain - OliveJuice
Episode 131 | Pedro Pascal...
On this episode, we started off with a life threatening hypothetical question, then got into the recent trend of morning routines and who we think has the most aesthetic lifestyle out of us. Later, we reacted to the Final Destination: Bloodlines trailer, discussed the Severance Season 2 finale, and discussed how we feel about Marvel's announcement on Avengers: Doomsday. Lastly, we discussed the re
Episode 130 | I Aggressed You
On this episode, we talked about Playboi Carti's newest album 'MUSIC', our thoughts on season 2 of Severance as well as the upcoming finale and Invincible. Had & Damon share their thoughts on WWE & John Cena's most recent activities as a heel and more. Lastly, Dame ended with a short update about his fantasy music label! Wicked Radio: Dame: THEY. - Gemini Had: Nipsey Hussle - Perfect Timing Tren
Episode 129 | You Doing Too Much
On this episode, we started off talking about whether we'd want a lame or popular child and the difference in what a child is expected to know now vs. what we knew as kids. We then got into Doechii's latest news and what rap beef matchup we'd like to see, Trey Parker & Kendrick Lamar's newest movie 'Whitney Springs' announcement, & our expectations. Later, we briefly reviewed the Oscar's events an
Episode 128 | I Get What You Saying
On this episode, we started off talking about stress and how it's communicated, fights and the worst fights we've been in or witnessed, a big back segment where we talk about food and drinks we used to enjoy but not so much anymore. Then we started our talk on Drake & PartyNextDoor's collaboration album '$ome $exy $ongs 4 U', Tren discussed his experience watching Captain America: Brave New World,
Episode 127 | Religious Reasons
On this episode, we started by letting Dame bask in the glory of the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl win, which brings us to the Kendrick Lamar Halftime Show & what theories we've seen and agree/disagree with so far. We cover the newest Fantastic Four teaser and our thoughts on the casting choices, some NBA trade updates, and later on a conversation about Apple TV's 'Severance'. Wicked Radio: Dam
Episode 126 | Thank Y'all For This Award
In this episode, we loop in a bunch of topics amongst our Grammy Recap. We discuss whether or not being an industry plant is actually okay, which Grammy's were deserved and weren't, which performances we loved and hated, and more. We briefly talked about Drake & PND's collab album announcement and snippet for '$ome $exy $ongs 4 U'. We then did a live reaction of DAYLYT's 'YHRR', a diss to New York
Episode 125 | Did I Just Out Myself?
BWA returns by starting off recapping all 11 hours of the TikTok ban and our history losing apps in the past. Then we get right into Joey Bada$$'s "Sorry Not Sorry" and some of the West Coast responses we've gotten in our reviews. We briefly covered Drake's most recent submission of a defamation case and what it could mean for rap beef, Lord Jamar vs. Professor Dave on the flat Earth debate, and p
Episode 124 | IT'S THE YEAR 2003
In this episode, we start with reactions to some west coast diss tracks aimed at Joey Bada$$, including TDE's own Ray Vaughn on 'Crashout Heritage' & COYOTE on 'TOP 5'. We then get into LiAngelo Ball's newest track 'Tweaker' and discuss "suburban raps" and the recent obsession with 2003-2004 rap styles and flows. Later, being a month away from the Super Bowl, we get into some Kendrick Lamar Halfti
Episode 123 | Rap Is A Sport, Right?
We return with our first episode of 2025 with our reactions to Joey Bada$$'s 'The Ruler's Back' & then Drake's untitled freestyle. Later, we get into our review of Squid Game S2 and much more! Wicked Radio: Dame: jalenn. - LITA FREESTYLE III Had: Benny The Butcher - Bad Guy (feat. Dave East & Klass Murda) Tren: sobe - tip Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/becausewearepodcast , for access to bon
Episode 122 | You Think Those Are Sexy Legs?
In the final episode of 2024, the gang returns with MANY stories about the last few weeks, including Dame's first time experience on a cruise and Tren's first time experience in a life changing competition. We then get into our Christmas and Beyoncé's Halftime Show, the greatest performers of all time debate, the top moments of 2024 and much more! Wicked Radio: Tren: Flying Lotus - Never Catch M
Episode 121 | Look At Me Now
On this episode, Tren starts by sharing his newest Thanksgiving experience. We then get into recapping Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' and our growing thoughts about it, the Grand National Tour announcement as well as predictions for the deluxe, our 2024 Spotify Wrapped & issues with it, Drake's lawsuit against UMG, and much more! Wicked Radio: Tren: Léonie Barbot - 2HOT2ARGUE Had: J. Cole - Premeditated
Episode 120 | Keep Villains, Villains!
On this episode, we discussed the future of living and furniture with our greatest ideas, YNs, HBO Max's 'The Penguin' finale, Mike Tyson & Jake Paul's upcoming fight, what it means to be the GOAT in sports, and much more! Wicked Radio: Tren: King Sis - for allure Had: Nao - Elevate Dame: IDK - CELiNE iN THE TRAP (B) Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/becausewearepodcast , for access to bonus
Episode 119 | If There Wasn't A Demand
On this episode, we started off with a November update from each of us, then we got right into the idea of online gaming and why some people enjoy it more than others, Nintendo's newest music app, Fortnite once again 'stealing' & monetizing dances, our reactions to the presidential election, Tren's experience at the Tinashe Match My Freak tour, posting your kids online (DDG vs. Halle Bailey) Tinek
Episode 118 | Where's He Get Them Dollas From?
In this Halloween episode, we chat about Tyler, the Creator's newest project 'CHROMOKOPIA', Ari Lennox's crashout on labels, Young Thug's legal updates, and much more! Wicked Radio: Tren: Flying Lotus - The Lost Girls (feat. Sid Sriram) Had: R2R MOE - Masterpiece Dame: MF DOOM - ? (feat. Kurious) Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/becausewearepodcast , for access to bonus episodes, new exclusi
Episode 117 | Once I Cut You Off
In this episode, Tren & Had have a quick debate about acceptable compliments. We then quickly review our October & if we've risen to the occasion at all. Movies entered the conversation and the discussion of the theater industry dying and what can save it. Next we got into our favorite topic ever... Robots and how we'll use them! To lighten it up we discussed the best cartoon food and what needs t
Episode 116 | Queens Meets the South (feat. Juni P)
In this episode, we started off talking about our sports updates, with Tren pulling out his first win in Fantasy Football against an undefeated player, we then brought on our special guest Juni P to teach us about accents and other dialects, which takes a wicked turn pretty quickly. We then got into more gaming news and Pal World being sued by Nintendo, The Batman universe with their newest show '
Episode 115 | Back to the Cliff!
In this episode, we warmed up talking about what our man caves would look like and bicycle/car culture. We then got into what a Because We Are Meet & Greet looks like and the idea of meeting your heroes. This transitioned into celebrity social media culture and if they should continue to be so accessible to us. Later, we covered Diddy killing the Freak Off, lyrical miracle rappers and much more!
Episode 114 | WHO BROKE???
In this episode, we got into a much needed talk about Super Bowl Halftime performances and who is eligible, followed by Kendrick Lamar's announcement of being selected. Then we got into our conspiracy bag and unpacked the meaning of his newest untitled dropped song, and when we can expect his next drop. We then got into the presidential debate and how it's been received, Shannon Sharpe's most rece
Episode 113 | I Just Love Cooking, Man
The Real Big 3 returns after a quick break and starts with discussing the uncomfortable spaces they've been in industry wise. We then reviewed the newest 'Minecraft' movie trailer and followed up with yet another round of Letter League | Video Game Edition and even had a special guest determine the outcome out a very important round... We then got into our Fantasy League draft review and Coulda Be
Episode 112 | Is There Crime?
On this episode, we started off reviewing a trailer for the newest life-like simulation game, INZOI. Had then gave his much needed review for Alien: Romulus, and we wrapped up reviewing another trailer for a brand new upcoming video game anthology series called Secret Levels. For the FULL episode and discussion, subscribe to our Patreon! Wicked Radio: Tren: Flying Lotus - Garmonbozia Had: Pink S
Episode 111 | Sounds of Blackness
On this episode, we started off with another exciting round of the Because We Are Letter League: Video Game Edition. After more healthy debating, we discussed upcoming music, Latto's newest album, Logic's newest album, and much more! For the FULL episode and discussion, subscribe to our Patreon! Wicked Radio: Tren: PinkPantheress - Feelings Had: Cordae - Saturday Mornings (feat. Lil Wayne) Dame:
Episode 110 | The Letter League
On this episode, we started with another of our exclusive segments... Because We Are: Letter League. This theme: Video Games. After much healthy debating, we got into how politics have once again reached the streaming era, Arin Ross & Kai Cenat being involved, Ye's recent album drop of 'VULTURES2' , HOTD's cold finale and much more! Wicked Radio: Tren: Lexa Gates - Where Are You Had: Tory Lanez
Episode 109 | Haddies For Harris
On this episode, we talked about the Olympics and who's not only PERFORMED the best... but who LOOKS the coolest doing it! We then got into how pop culture has recently made it's way into politics with Megan Thee Stallion and Quavo at the vice president rally & Tren's concert newfound experience at the ScHoolboy Q show. We then dove head first into **SPOILER** territory and reviewed Deadpool & Wol
Episode 108 | The Leaked Pod
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Episode 107 | The Contract Pod
On this episode, Tren started off with a confession, as well as his own AITA moment. We then got into posthumous releases and whether or not they should be limited, wedding anniversary ideas, hip hop artists that move outside of rapping, new albums and much more! Wicked Radio: Tren: sobe - one Dame: UHMEER - I'LL BE THERE (feat. Mac Ayres) Had: Mark Ronson - Valerie (feat. Amy Winehouse) Suppo
Episode 106 | The P Power Pod
We started off this pod talking about music from the coke 80s and what would've had us on the dance floor iceskating, our birthdays and what constitutes a great gift, if your significant other should gift you whatever you want... we then talked about Megan Thee Stallion's newest album, Kendrick's 'Not Like Us' music video and much more! Wicked Radio: Tren: Jermaine Will - What You Want Dame: Chi
