Through The Crate

Through The Crate

Welcome to Through the Crate! Where we dig through cultural and current events through the hiphop lens! Come dig through the crate with us!

  • 42 minutes 57 seconds
    EP 130 - Quarantine Buddies

    In this episode we take it back to the vibes from when we first started this podcast 4 years ago. This episode is straight off the cuff, and super entertaining. We talk about everything from BBQ staple dishes, to being open and honest about who you're seeing during the pandemic, to Future's new project, High Off Life. Listen, like, follow, subscribe!

    26 May 2020, 5:00 pm
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Ep 129 - Beyond Racism

    In this episode we dive into Sacramento rapper Mozzy’s  latest project Beyond Bulletproof. Many of us are struggling to cope with quarantine, some better than others. We discuss some of the reactions to social distancing guidelines, updates on Ahmaud Arbery, and the return of Tekashi69.

    11 May 2020, 4:58 pm
  • 1 hour
    Ep 128 - Pray for Georgia

    Our second self-isolation episode has arrived! On this episode we discuss Westside Gunn’s latest project Pray for Paris and how French Montana stacks up against Kendrick Lamar. We also talk about how Georgia state Governor Brian Kemp’s decision to reopen the state is such a bad idea even Trump is against it. Be safe, stay home and subscribe!

    27 April 2020, 5:00 pm
  • 50 minutes 19 seconds
    Ep 127 - Quarantine Podcast

    In this episode we give an update on our status during the Covid-19 pandemic and resulting lock-down. We discuss how hip hop has made the best of a bad situation,  Bernie dropping out of the 2020 Democratic Primary, and what impact this crisis has had on the working peoples movement.

    13 April 2020, 5:00 pm
  • 57 minutes 53 seconds
    Ep 126 - Unlocked, Forever

    In this episode we discuss the Denzel Curry & Kenny Beats EP Unlocked. We also talk about how grateful we are for billionaires charity and how it will solve the climate crisis (please read with sarcasm). And Tressie tries to stump Cedric AGAIN with the verse, does she succeed? Listen and find out!

    24 February 2020, 6:00 pm
  • 29 minutes 49 seconds
    Ep 125 - The Outwest All Star After Party, Live!

    In this episode we recorded live and direct from All Star Weekend Out West party presented by #TheHood & Prince from Black Ink Crew, Chicago. We speak to founding members  squeakPIVOT and FrshWaters of #TheHood who explain the origin and the purpose of the brand. The party was crazy, but don’t take our word for it, we interview several people at the party and get their take as well. Let us know what events we should make an appearance at next! Listen like follow and subscribe!

    19 February 2020, 6:00 pm
  • 1 hour 25 minutes
    Ep 124 - Caucus' are Dead & This is the Funeral

    In this episode we review Lil Wayne’s newest project Funeral. We also break down the circus that was the Iowa Democratic Caucus, election day in Virginia, and try to make sense of why Jay Z was sitting during the National Anthem at the Superbowl.

    10 February 2020, 6:00 pm
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    Ep 123 - NoOneCares about Devin, Tressie or Cedric

    On this episode we have a special guest, Devin from the NoOneCares Podcast. We ask Devin a few questions about his time as a podcaster and why he chose this medium to express himself. We also share out thoughts on the new project by Mick Jenkins entitled “The Circus”. Lastly, we discuss the recent troll tweet from Ebro Darden, as well as what happens when black people are just living, being black.

    27 January 2020, 6:00 pm
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    Ep 122 - How to be Social in a Box

    Welcome to Season 5! In this episode we break down the new Roddy Rich record Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial. We discuss the recent Rap Radar interview with Drake,  Taco Bell late nigh break in, and WW3 memes.

    13 January 2020, 6:00 pm
  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    Ep 121 - The 2019 Recap Episode
    In this episode, we go recap 2019! You'll hear us discuss our top albums of 2019, top events that happened in politics, as well as the most memorable moments in the culture. Listen, like, follow, subscribe!
    8 January 2020, 12:29 am
  • 39 minutes 18 seconds
    Ep 120 - Adjusting the Heat with MfnMelo!
    In this episode, we chop it up with member of the Chicago hip hop collective Pivot Gang, MfnMelo! We focus on the west-side native's new project Everybody Eats, which is available on all streaming platforms. We dive into the album and discuss everything from his creative process and favorite song on the project, to fun, random questions like his favorite cereal or who in Pivot he could rap under the table. Listen, like, follow, subscribe!
    16 December 2019, 6:08 pm
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