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Is The Mic Still On

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A raw and uncut conversation about the world today. ITMSO covers a wide range of topics from social issues to life lessons delivered through the same hilarious unfiltered voices that you’ve come to love and appreciate.

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  • August 26 · 1 hr 59 min

    Burn Your Leisure

    Fun facts and best thing seen get the show rolling before the crew digs into the Earn Your Leisure fallout — are they done with Black folks? The Penn State cocaine trafficking ring is wilder than it sounds. The Tupac murder trial is back, Gary, Indiana has been without power for nearly two weeks, and we close it out with Pass the Mic and Am I The A-hole. 0:00 — Intro 10:37 — Fun Facts 39:15 — Best Thing Seen 1:05:19 — Earn Your Leisure Done With Black Folks 1:31:51 — The Penn State Cocaine Trafficking Ring 1:33:40 — Tupac Shakur Trial 1:40:43 — Gary, Indiana's Power Outage 1:52:40 — Pass the Mic 1:59:32 — Am I The A-hole? Articles: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/rashad-bilal-earn-lesiure-sounds-013220282.html https://www.npr.org/2026/08/20/nx-s1-5939523/what-we-know-about-the-penn-state-cocaine-trafficking-ring https://www.8newsnow.com/news/tupac-murder-trial/live-updates-day-5-of-tupac-murder-trial/ https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/whats-going-on-in-gary-how-residents-are-still-without-power-nearly-two-weeks-later/3978350/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • August 20 · 1 hr 46 min

    The Rent Is Too Damn High (ft. Nick)

    The crew kicks things off with fun facts and best thing seen before getting into the week's stories. Trump gets smuggled off a plane — literally hiding from cameras. Manhattan rent hits a record average near $7,000 a month, and the conversation goes exactly where you think it does. The tragic death of Jason Arday, the youngest Black professor at Cambridge, leads into a deeper discussion about the plagiarism controversy surrounding his work. Plus, Stephen A. Smith wins the NAJB Award and we have thoughts. 00:11 — Welcome 07:41 — Fun Facts 18:25 — Best Thing Seen 24:41 — Trump Hiding on Plane 40:07 — New York's Skyrocketing Rent Prices 1:02:16 — Youngest Black Cambridge Professor Found Dead 1:22:11 — Stephen A. Smith's NAJB Award 1:46:57 — Jason Arday Plagiarism Controversy Articles: https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cnvn80ygq31o https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/average-manhattan-rents-are-nearing-7-000-a-month-the-highest-in-nyc-history-081326 https://apnews.com/article/jason-arday-cambridge-professor-london-dead-reports-9036e2b405f5849415534e80bb1b9cb1 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • August 13 · 1 hr 24 min

    Fake Outrage in the WNBA

    This week on Is The Mic Still On, we’re talking Howard University’s enrollment problems, Trump’s new gas stations, cartel violence against influencers in Mexico, and the return of the March on Washington. We also get into two disturbing stories out of Mississippi and the latest development in the Nolan Wells case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • August 6 · 1 hr 24 min

    Did Doge Kill Rap Music?

    This week on Is The Mic Still On, the crew dives into everything from prediction markets and the future of legal gambling to the debate over tipping at birthday parties and the unwritten rules of hotel check-out times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • July 31 · 2 hr 38 min

    Pass the Mic Live (Replay 7/26/26)

    Be sure to catch us live next month on YouTube at youtube.com/isthemicstillon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • July 22 · 2 hr 6 min

    Trump Accounts: Bullish or Bearish

    This week on Is the Mic Still On, we discuss the latest developments surrounding Trump Accounts, what they could mean moving forward, and the Taco Bell and Taylor Farms lettuce contamination crisis that affected customers across multiple states. We also share our Fun Facts and Best Thing Seen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • July 15 · 1 hr 34 min

    NOLAN WELLS

    This week on Is the Mic Still On, we discuss the passing of Lindsey Graham, Mitch McConnell, the mysterious death of Nolan Wells, Trump Accounts, and a shocking bison attack that made national headlines. We also share our Best Thing Seen and Fun Facts before diving into another week of news, politics, and culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • July 9 · 1 hr 57 min

    Only In America 250

    This week, we discuss our America 250 Celebrations and hit a few other topics here and there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • June 17 · 1 hr 42 min

    The Karmelo Anthony Verdict

    This week on Is The Mic Still On?, we discuss the guilty verdict in the Karmelo Anthony case, the debate over boycotting Asian-owned businesses following the Chow case, and how SpaceX's historic IPO created thousands of new millionaires overnight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • June 10 · 2 hr 17 min

    Diddy Dum Diddy Ewww

    This week on Is The Mic Still On, the crew tackles another packed week of headlines, controversy, and cultural debates. Articles Discussed • FEMA distributes $875 million to help secure World Cup host cities https://apnews.com/article/world-cup-fifa-security-secret-service-trump-32f04baf3a242395f26816292a9dc7e2 • NAACP calls on college athletes to help fight for voting rights https://blackpressusa.com/the-naacp-is-calling-for-athletes-to-help-fight-for-voting-rights/ • Washington school board controversy over sex education event for children https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/washington-school-board-director-sex-180019524.html • Celsius faces lawsuit after death of 17-year-old https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/texas-teen-death-prompts-celsius-110624157.html • Epstein associate Sarah Kellen reportedly considering a tell-all book https://pagesix.com/2026/06/03/society/jeffrey-epstein-assistant-sarah-kellen-planning-tell-all-book-but-fears-giving-away-get-out-of-jail-free-card/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • May 28 · 1 hr 24 min

    Slush Life

    Join us Sunday for a Pass the Mic Live show on youtube! This week, the crew tackles another chaotic mix of stories from across culture, politics, tech, and social media. The conversation starts with multiple deadly domestic dispute incidents that raise questions about intervention, accountability, and safety. The crew also reacts to Waymo suspending operations in Atlanta after robotaxis failed during flash floods, Trump’s new legal defense fund that could benefit January 6 defendants, and a wild brawl breaking out during a kindergarten graduation ceremony. Later, the episode dives into the controversy surrounding a plantation simulation video game and closes on a more hopeful note with Killer Mike’s rent-to-own housing initiative in Atlanta. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • May 21 · 1 hr 50 min

    Kevin Heart's Roast Rage

    We break down the collapse of HipHopDX’s website, outrage surrounding new congressional maps, the White House posting Drake imagery with MAGA symbolism, and a bizarre situation in Atlanta where empty Waymo vehicles circled a neighborhood for hours with no passengers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • May 6 · 1 hr 35 min

    Shake Ya JPMorgan Moneymaker

    This week on Is The Mic Still On, we discuss the latest Voting Rights Act developments, the JP Morgan scandal, Jimmy Kimmel’s FCC controversy, and how viral prank culture keeps crossing dangerous lines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • April 30 · 1 hr 54 min

    Guess Who's Coming to the White House Correspondent Dinner?

    A shooting tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, major updates in the D4vd case, new allegations involving Michael Jackson’s estate, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • April 15 · 1 hr 25 min

    Iranflation

    This week on Is The Mic Still On, the crew breaks down rising global tensions, economic pressure, and the real-world consequences showing up across everyday life. 00:00 Intro 27:53 Fun Facts: States & Space Exploration 36:59 Best Thing Seen 45:47 Iran–Iraq Conflict Updates & Trump’s Blockade 51:36 Inflation & Economic Pressure 57:31 California Factory Fire & Worker Protest 1:17:04 HBCUs & Mental Health Outcomes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • April 9 · 2 hr 2 min

    Gucci's Shiesty Summer

    This week, the crew breaks down a wild mix of politics, celebrity headlines, and internet controversy. The conversation starts with Trump firing Pam Bondi and what it signals politically, before shifting to Tiger Woods’ DUI arrest and the details surrounding the incident. From there, the crew reacts to Tyler Perry’s TSA gift card controversy, Druski catching backlash from conservatives over his latest skit, and Chili from TLC being called out over alleged MAGA ties. As always, the episode blends serious discussion with cultural commentary and unfiltered reactions. Timestamps 00:11 – Intro 39:01 – Fun Facts 55:31 – Pam Bondi Fired 1:12:32 – Tiger Woods Arrested (DUI) 1:30:06 – Tyler Perry’s TSA Gift Card Controversy 1:34:49 – Druski vs Conservatives 1:44:13 – Chili’s MAGA Controversy Stories Discussed Trump fires Pam Bondi https://apnews.com/article/trump-bondi-justice-department-9071b8fd9a429267732b5d4238946eff Tiger Woods arrested for DUI https://apnews.com/video/after-crash-tiger-woods-told-deputy-he-was-talking-to-the-president-body-camera-shows-7494cb28fcd14cec970d93782262525e Tyler Perry TSA gift card controversy https://newsone.com/6854526/tsa-agents-told-return-gift-cards-from-tyler-perry/ Druski backlash from conservatives https://newsone.com/6854258/delusional-white-conservatives-predictably-big-mad-druski/ Chili (TLC) MAGA controversy https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/tlc-chilli-maga-trump-michelle-obama See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • March 25 · 1 hr 36 min

    Stairway to Heaven Sent

    00:00 Intro 06:05 Fun Facts 15:47 Best Thing Seen 27:56 TSA & ICE Agents at Airports 31:16 “Heaven Sent” Discussion 54:06 Afroman’s Viral Rise & Police Encounter 1:01:19 Ray J’s Shocking Threats 1:13:28 Cesar Chavez Allegations 1:17:28 Texas Rap Lyrics on Trial 1:19:44 Pass the Mic Articles Discussed LaRussell deactivates social media after backlash https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/984571-larussell-deactivates-social-media-backlash-heaven-sent-track Afroman wins lawsuit against police https://www.independent.org/article/2026/03/20/police-sue-critics-afroman/ Cesar Chavez accused of sexual abuse https://www.npr.org/2026/03/20/nx-s1-5754964/cesar-chavez-sexual-assault-allegations-legacy Professor caught on hot mic discussing Black students https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/hunter-college-professor-hot-mic-rcna260945 Texas rapper faces execution with lyrics used as evidence https://www.theroot.com/rappers-try-to-stop-a-black-texas-mans-execution-based-2000094205 Ray J responds to Ma$e and Shyne controversy https://www.theroot.com/brandy-speaks-out-after-ray-j-goes-off-on-these-popular-2000095820 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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