
Call Out Culture
By Tim
Call Out Culture is a podcast about rap music hosted by Alaska, Curly Castro and Zilla Rocca - three long time practitioners and lifetime fans. These dudes know what the hell they are talking about. Every episode is a deep dive into an artist or a concept. With close to 50 years of artistry and 70 years of fandom combined in the three hosts, it is safe to say, that you are going to get perspectives that you will not find in other podcasts about the genre.

Call Out CultureFeb 13, 2025
00:00
02:21:55

New Jack Summer - Introduction to our new summer series
New Jack Summer is the introduction episode to our series on New Jack Swing. Throughout this summer we will host episodes examining New Jack Swing and its importance in the landscape of hip hop and music in general.For this first episode Castro, Zilla and Alaska discuss their relationship to the music, what the music meant to the landscape of the time, the divide between Hip Hop and New Jack Swing and some of our favorite songs (which you can find in our playlist that will be added to with every new episode:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xrrbJUrKRbsqfm3tRyKYA?si=1abc981c208e4fc1Future episodes:The early yearsThe take overPeak GenreEnd GameSons of New Jack Swing (Early 90s Hip Hop inspired R&B)New Jack Swing TournamentIf you want to hear full episodes it is $1 a month at our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast You can also upgrade to a higher tier to get exclusive content and video You can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jun 09, 202542:06

Ball Out Culture: NBA Finals Preview + Knicks and Sixers Talk with Willie Green
Recorded just before Game 1 of the OKC vs. Indiana matchup, check in with Thunder superfan Curly Castro on how and why his boys should secure the chip while Willie Green weighs in on a post-Coach Thibs future in NYC and Zilla seeks guidance on who the Sixers should draft at #3!You can find all things Willie Green here:https://www.williegreenmusic.com/If you want to hear full episodes it is $1 a month at our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast You can also upgrade to a higher tier to get exclusive content and video You can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jun 06, 202534:53

90's Dance Music Tournament
This week we go back to the 1990s and get our dance on. We are joined by noted bracketologists Deep from 2 Hungry Bros, Jesse the Tree, Milc and a late appearance by bracket legend Alex Ludovico. Join us as we work our way through the sweat and ecstasy drenched memories of a better time.You can find all things Deep here:https://deepof2hungrybros.bandcamp.com/You can find all things Jesse here:https://jessethetree.bandcamp.com/album/not-fade-awayYou can find all things Milc here:https://milc.bandcamp.com/You can find all things Alex here:https://alexludovico.bandcamp.com/album/one-of-the-good-onesIf you want to hear full episodes it is $1 a month at our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast You can also upgrade to a higher tier to get exclusive content and video You can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
May 28, 202501:06:56

Mailbag Episode: 21 Questions
This week we are bringing back the listener mailbag. We had a slew of questions from our patreon subscribers and our twitter and insta followers.Castro is traveling but makes a valiant effort to chime in despite connectivity issues.If you want to hear full episodes it is $1 a month at our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast You can also upgrade to a higher tier to get exclusive content and video You can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
May 22, 202549:46

Ball Out Culture: Conference Finals Previews and Draft Lottery Talk with Willie Green & Jesse the Tree
Never on schedule but always on time! Ball Out Culture is back with the honorable Willie Green and COC legend Jesse the Tree to talk potential Conference Finals matchups, the shocker of Dallas getting the #1 pick in the 2025 draft, and more!*Note: this episode was recorded before the results of Knicks vs. Celtics Game 6.You can find all things Willie Green here:https://www.williegreenmusic.com/You can find all things Jesse the Tree here:https://jessethetree.bandcamp.com/album/not-fade-awayIf you want to hear full episodes it is $1 a month at our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast You can also upgrade to a higher tier to get exclusive content and video You can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
May 19, 202501:05:42

Making Shrillmatic - Beastie Boys Ill Communication feat. Sean Kantrowitz
This week we brought on Sean Kantrowitz of the Making Illmatic podcast to discuss the Beastie Boys album Ill Communication. Once again we subjected Sean to the darkness by subverting the concept of his show. Instead of picking 10 songs of a bloated album to make the best version of said album, we picked the 10 worst songs, to make the worst version of the album.This episode was inspired by our friend Seaforex!You can find all things Sean Kantrowitz here:https://fyi.me/p/seankantrowitzIf you want to hear full episodes it is $1 a month at our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast You can also upgrade to a higher tier to get exclusive content and video You can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
May 06, 202548:34

Best Hip Hop Movie Soundtrack Tournament with Alex Ludovico, Eff Yoo and MidaZ the BEAST
It's Tournament Time! This week we tackle the monumental task of figuring out which hip hop movie soundtrack is the best hip hop movie soundtrack with help from our friends Alex Ludovico, Eff Yoo and MidaZ the BEAST.You can find Alex Ludovico here:https://alexludovico.bandcamp.com/album/one-of-the-good-onesYou can find Eff Yoo here:https://effyoo.bandcamp.com/musicAnd you can find MidaZ the BEAST here:https://midazthebeast.bandcamp.com/album/fort-knoxIf you want to hear full episodes it is $1 a month at our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast You can also upgrade to a higher tier to get exclusive content and video You can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
May 01, 202556:31
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Wrestlemania 41 Recap with Deep from 2Hungry Bros and Marcus Pinn[Audio] Wrestlemania 41 Recap with Deep from 2 Hungry Bros and Marcus Pinn
You asked for it and you got it! The Wrestlemania 41/Monday Night Raw recap!Once again we are joined by Deep from 2 Hungry Bros and Marcus Pinn to give our overall impression of mania, the best and worst moments of night 1 and 2, the biggest surprise, and biggest disappointment. Then we jump into our recap of the Raw after mania and discuss where we think things will go from here.You can find all things Deep here:https://deepof2hungrybros.bandcamp.com/And all things Marcus Pinn here:http://www.pinnlandempire.com/If you want exclusive content or wish to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Apr 25, 202501:15:04

DJ Premier Remixes and Features with Jim Search
Gang Starr Foundation month comes to a close with our episode focusing on the featured production and remix work of DJ Premier! We discuss what made Premier so special during his epic run, we do some blind box action for his later less heralded work and the episode culminates with a bracket to find the best Premier feature/remix beat from 1990-1999.We are joined by stand up comedian and hip hop trivia master Jim Search.Premier Remixes and Features Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/23gfHjDlUuCyPCuwoELaLo?si=fe8e1316d43d4d37You can find all things Jim Search here:https://www.jimsearchcomedy.com/If you want exclusive content or wish to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Apr 25, 202501:44:19

Wrestlemania 41 Preview with Deep from 2 Hungry Bros, Jason Griff and Marcus Pinn
Call Out Culture Wrestling is back with a preview of this weekend's 2 night Wrestlemania extravaganza. Join us as Alaska, Deep from 2 Hungry Bros, Jason Griff and Marcus Pinn review the card as well as a slew of wildcard topics.Be sure to read Marcus' article from OkayPlayer which you can find here:https://www.okayplayer.com/10-black-filmsYou can find all things Deep here:https://deepof2hungrybros.bandcamp.com/All Things Griff here:https://jasongriff.bandcamp.com/And all things Marcus Pinn here:http://www.pinnlandempire.com/If you want exclusive content or wish to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Apr 18, 202501:29:18

Megalithic Monument: Group Home Livin' Proof feat. Blockhead
Gang Starr Foundation month continues! This week we are joined by Blockhead to discuss the 1994 Group Home classic Livin' Proof.We discuss why the album is so beloved, whether or not the level of MCing hurt the project and we are joined by CHATCOC (see what I did there) for a round of AI generated Group Home related "Would you rather" questions.You can find all things Blockhead here:https://blockheadmusic.store/If you want exclusive content or wish to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Apr 17, 202501:34:04

Megalithic Monuments: Jeru the Damaja "The Sun Rises in the East" with Rob Cave
We continue the GangStarr Foundation Month talking about one of the most incredible albums of 1994: Jeru the Damaja's "The Run Rises in the East" with first time guest Rob Cave (fka Spec Boogie) of Lessondary Crew! We discuss the unorthodox beats from Premier that differed from his work with Guru, the unmistakable flows from Jeru, the unforgettable videos, and then unhinged rants on foods with gooey centers, the improbable success of Logic, and all of the revisions The Source made over the years to their 5 Mic ratings!You can find Rob's music here:https://robcavejr.bandcamp.com/musicIf you want exclusive content or wish to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Apr 10, 202501:50:34

Highs and Lows of Gangstarr feat. PremRock
This week we are joined by PremRock to discuss his amazing new album "Did You Enjoy Your Time Here...?" and to dig into the high points and the low points in the Gangstarr discography.If you have yet heard "Did You Enjoy Your Time Here...?", you can find it at the link below:https://planetpremrock.bandcamp.com/album/did-you-enjoy-your-time-hereIf you want exclusive content or wish to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Apr 03, 202501:52:26

The Indie Rap Label Swap Draft
We are joined by Ben Pedroche of Grown Up Rap and author of "Independent as Fuck" to do our latest fantasy draft, picking our favorite indie rappers of all time and placing them on records labels (both major and indie) to create the best alternate careers! Would RA the Rugged Man, Vordul Mega, and Tame One thrive in the major label system? Who goes to Def Jux, Backwoodz Studioz, and Rawkus? Tap in and find out!You can find Ben's book Independent as F**K here:https://www.amazon.com/Independent-As-Underground-Hip-Hop-1995-2005/dp/1913231879And you can find Grown Up Rap here:https://grownuprap.com/If you want exclusive content or wish to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Mar 26, 202501:16:36

Used Records: G-Unit "Return of the Body Snatchers" with Mark from Top Shelf Premium
Our first certified mixtape on Used Records is an opus from G-Unit brought to you by Mark of Top Shelf Premium, an elite mover-and-shaker in the NYC indie scene AND the vintage fashion space for over 10 years!You can find Top Shelf Premium here:https://www.youtube.com/@TopShelfPremium/videosIf you want to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Mar 14, 202559:43

Sunset Strip Invitational Hair Metal Tournament Feat. Alex Ludovico, Jason Griff & Sam Hoyas
It's tourney time! This week we gathered noted bracketologists Alex Ludovico, Jason Griff and Sam Hoyas from the band Playing Dead/Red River Podcast to figure out what the best hair metal song of all time is.Sunset Strip Invitational Hair Metal Tournament playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6BPnODgXwoCe9sCo2w8wJB?si=3fda76eaf10e41c6You can find our guests at the below links:Alex Ludovico:https://alexludovico.bandcamp.com/album/one-of-the-good-onesJason Griff:https://jasongriff.bandcamp.com/musicSam Hoyas:https://linktr.ee/playingdeadnyhttps://linktr.eeredriver_podcastIf you want to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastIf you do not want to become a Patreon member but you still want the video you can purchase this episode hereYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Mar 12, 202502:38:31

1985 Movie "Rappin" watch-a-long with Marcus Pinn
This week we hosted a movie watch along for the 1985 hip hop classic Rappin, fka Rappin Hood, starring Mario Van Peebles in the title role!We are joined by the illustrious font of movie knowledge Marcus Pinn.You can find all things Marcus Pinn related here:http://www.pinnlandempire.com/If you want to see the video of this episode you can become a Patreon member using the link below: https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastIf you do not want to become a Patreon member but you still want the video you can purchase this episode hereYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Mar 05, 202501:55:15

Lil Wayne and Juelz Santana's I Can't Feel My Face
This week the gang revisits Lil Wayne's and Juelz Santana's legendary lost mixtape I Can't Feel My Face.For exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Feb 26, 202501:18:25

Rocafella Records Fantasy Draft with Antwan Staley and Mic King
This week we are joined by Mic King and Antwan Staley who is the NY Jets beat reporter for the Daily News for our Rocafella Recods Fantasy Draft.Each member of our panel will draft one Rocafella Records song for the following categories:Solo songs (1 from each artist)JayBeansFreewayCam'RonKanyeMemphis BleekBest Just Blaze beat (from a roc album)Rocafella Posse cut song (min of 3 members of roc) Roc artist guest feature in a non Roc albumScarface feature on a roc song Let us know who you think picked the best roster!Rocafella Fantasy Draft Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7zZVLcqREzf8VL75OACYLH?si=b469062d9204450dYou can find all things Mic King here:https://bestrapperever.bandcamp.com/album/iconic-epAnd you can follow Antwan Staley at all social media sites at@antwanstaley and find his work here:https://www.nydailynews.com/author/antwan-staley/For exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Feb 19, 202502:04:07

Sub-genre Olympics Tournament feat. Jesse The Tree and Yak Ballz
This week we are joined by legendary bracketologist Jesse the Tree and first time Bracket walker Yak Ballz for the Sub-genre Olympics! What are the Sub-genre Olympics? It is the latest in bracket technology in which each conference is its very own sub-genre. In this inaugaral Sub-genre Olympics we explore the greats of early 2000's garage rock, one hit wonders, new jack swing/early 90s R&B and artists that young Alaska had a crush on.Tune in to find out who will earn a spot in the eventual tournament of tournaments - Tournamania!You can find all things Jesse the Tree here:https://jessethetree.bandcamp.com/album/not-fade-awayYou can find all things Yak Ballz here:https://ffm.to/m5xm9nmFor exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Feb 13, 202502:21:55

Ball Out Culture: Talking NBA Trade Deadline!
Castro and Zilla check-in now that the most ludicrous and jampacked NBA trade deadline in history has officially passed! Topics include The Luka Trade, why Jason Kidd is a snake, the continued OKC disrespect, Kyle Kuzma as a Buck (LOL), Kings and Bulls making moves and non-moves, and more!For exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcastYou can find our music here:Zilla Rocca:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/musicCurly Castro:https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-huttonhttps://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/Alaska:https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Feb 08, 202501:29:38

Scribble Jam Retrospective with Kevin Beacham and Doseone
This week we are joined by Kevin Beacham and Doseone to discuss the history of the Scribble Jam festival which was one of the largest hip hop festivals of the late 90s and early 2000s.
You can find all things Kevin Beacham here:https://linktr.ee/kevinbeacham21
And you can find all things Doseone here:https://doseone.bandcamp.com/
For exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast
You can find our music here:
Zilla Rocca:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music
Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Feb 06, 202502:03:28

Call Out Culture/Cabbages Crossover Event - The Belly Soundtrack featuring Gary and Jeff from Cabbages
Hey everyone! This week we are doing a crossover with our good friends Gary and Jeff over at the Cabbages podcast. We discuss the film on the Cabbages podcast which you can find here and we discussed the Belly soundtrack. Be sure to listen to both episodes and support one of the best hip hop newsletters/podcasts here.
subscribe to CABBAGES - https://www.cabbageshiphop.com/#/portal/signup/
and/or our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@cabbageshiphop/
For exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast
You can find our music here:
Zilla Rocca:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music
Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jan 30, 202501:19:02

25 Years Ago Today: The 2000 Source Awards
ALASKA and Zilla look back at the nominees and winners at The 2000 Source Awards and try to guess the winners of each category. You'll hear how many snubs peak Jay-Z received, the obligatory Cash Money nominees when they first took over the industry, the guaranteed payola from Aftermath/Interscope Records, and many more Y2K albums, singles, and groups that were a real indicator of the culture!
For exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:
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You can find our music here:
Zilla Rocca:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music
Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jan 21, 202501:10:45

2024 Year in Review Mailbag
We kicked off 2025 with our year end mailbag for 2024! The fellas discuss favorite rap albums, best catalog discoveries, books we enjoyed the most, best personal realizations, favorite sports moments, illest plates of food, and more highlights at the request of our dutiful listeners!
For exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast
You can find our music here:
Zilla Rocca:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music
Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jan 06, 202501:40:40

Now That's What I Call Call Out Culture Fantasy Draft Feat. Eddie Meeks
This week we are joined by Eddie Meeks for the Now That's What I Call Call Out Culture Fantasy Draft, in which we each create out own version of a Now That's What I Call Music compilation!
You can find all thinks Eddie Meeks here - https://linktr.ee/southernvangard
For exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:
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You can find our music here:
Zilla Rocca:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music
Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Dec 18, 202402:00:09

Movie Corner with Zilla and Alaska: Yacht Rock Documentary and the Clerks Trilogy
This week Castro is on the road and Zilla and Alaska decided to talk movies and offer up an in depth discussion on HBO's Yacht Rock documentary and the Clerks trilogy.
For exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:
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You can find our music here:
Zilla Rocca:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music
Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Dec 06, 202401:14:09

300th Episode: Indelible MCs Feat. Company Flow (EL-P, Bigg Jus, Mr. Len), Breeze Brewin and J-Treds!
Welcome to episode 300!
This week we have a mega 3 and a half hour episode about the Indelible MCs featuring interviews with Company Flow (EL-P, Bigg Jus, Mr. Len), Breeze Brewin and J-Treds.
We also have a brand new show opening produced by Jason Griff!
Thank you all for rocking with us since 2019. We love you all!
Nov 21, 202403:37:09

Boom Bap Archeology Part 3: Scarface - The Fix feat. Alex Ludovico and Defcee
For our third episode in the Scarface series we explore 2002's The Fix and we are joined with our dear friends Alex Ludovico and Defcee
You can find all things Alex Ludovico here:https://alexludovico.bandcamp.com/album/cocaine-therapy
You can find all things Defcee here: https://defcee.bandcamp.com/
For exclusive content and all sort of perks support our patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/calloutculturepodcast
You can find our music here:
Zilla Rocca:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music
Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Nov 15, 202401:22:22

Halloween Episode: Best Horror Movie Bracket with Fatboi Sharif, PremRock and Sam Hoyos
It is spooky season and we are proud to present the Best Horror Movie Bracket. We are joined by our friends Fatboi Sharif, PremRock and Sam Hoyos from the band Playing Dead and the Red River Podcast.
You can find Sharif here:
https://fatboisharif.bandcamp.com/album/brain-candy
PremRock here:
https://planetpremrock.bandcamp.com/
And Sam's Band Playing Dead here:
https://linktr.ee/playingdeadny
And Sam's podcast here:
https://linktr.eeredriver_podcast
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Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Oct 28, 202401:57:35

Best Debut Rap Album Tournament with Blockhead, Eddie Meeks and Milc
It's tournament time! This week are sorting through the history of rap to figure out who dropped the greatest debut album of all time. We are joined with legendary panelists Blockhead, Eddie Meeks and Milc. As you listen, the Frankenberry artwork will make sense.
You can find our guests at the links below:
Blockhead - https://blockheadmusic.store/
Eddie Meeks - https://linktr.ee/southernvangard
Milc - https://televangel.bandcamp.com/album/the-fish-that-saved-portland
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Oct 14, 202401:33:25

We need to talk about Das Efx
This week the boys dig into the career of the diggity Das Efx.
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Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Oct 07, 202401:27:34

Let's Get Educated on Special Ed
This week we dig into the career of 1980's hip hop wunderkid Special Ed.
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Alaska:
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Sep 30, 202401:51:12

The Curious Case of "Cuban Linx 2" with Defcee & MidaZ the Beast
Fresh off its 15th year anniversary, the gang talk Raekwon's sequel to our pick for best album in rap history (non-corporate list edition) with MidaZ the Beast and Defcee, high definition rhymers and master disciples of all things Wu-Tang. Does this album hold up? Was 2009 secretly the WORST year in rap? Is RZA to praise or blame for the Cuban Linx canon? Find out NOW!
You can find Midaz's new album Vivid Laser Eye Guy here: https://midazthebeast.bandcamp.com/album/the-vivid-laser-eye-guy
You can find Defcee's music here: https://defcee.bandcamp.com/
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Sep 23, 202402:12:57

Live From the Liner Notes: "Reverberations of a Dead Man's Ego" with Steel Tipped Dove
This week we are joined by Steel Tipped Dove to discuss Reverberations of a Dead Man's Ego to discuss his new record with our very own Alaska! Other topics include: face tattoos on school officials, Linkin Park's revamped lineup, the consciousness of Pause Culture, and Eminem's new cool raps on the LL Cool J album! Tap in!
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https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/album/reverberations-of-a-dead-mans-ego
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Curly Castro:
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Sep 16, 202401:34:01

Ball Out Culture: NFL 2024 Season Preview with Jason Griff and PremRock
Ball Out Culture is back! Jason Griff and PremRock are here to give you the skinny on the 2024 NFL season!
Sep 05, 202437:34

Used Records: Screwball's Y2K featuring Alaska and Dan O
This week, we’re blasting back to 2000 with Screwball's wild ride, "Y2K." We’re diving headfirst into the Tunnel-approved beats and unapologetic rhymes that made this album a minor classic before the new century even had a chance to screw up. It's a no-holds-barred breakdown of why these tracks still bump from Zilla, ALASKA, and Dan O and why "Y2K" might just be the best rap time capsule you didn’t know you needed!
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Curly Castro:
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Aug 31, 202437:49

Regal Beagle Invitational Yacht Rock Tournament
This week we are joined by luminaries in the field of smooth - Chris Maestro, Jesse the Tree, Eddie Meeks and SteelTippedDove to once and for all determine which Yacht Rock banger is the smoothest of them all!
Regal Beagle Invitational Yacht Rock Tournament Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7qGk95XOHRZweeapFmW8nq?si=aa5db784ab274568
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Curly Castro:
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Aug 27, 202402:18:08

Best Closing Verses
This week we talk about our favorite closing verses off all-time.
Closing Verse Playlist:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7gaqZiRtOtSJ2Lmz4da270?si=876ce80ea04846c2
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Aug 20, 202401:11:21

Call Out Culture Wrestling: Summer Slam Recap feat. Marcus Pinn
Call Out Culture Wrestling is back! Today we recap the 2024 Summer Slam and the Raw that followed. We are joined by everyone's favorite DJ, Marcus Pinn.
You can find Marcus' new album Night Music here:https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/album/night-music
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Aug 09, 202401:06:36

Best Opening Verses
This week we talk about our favorite opening verses off all-time. Opening Verses Playlist here:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4FlKQQ5jYT9DRD8zFRD7fy?si=4c317507148d4c47
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Aug 08, 202401:23:53

Mini Episode: Marcus Pinn and Alaska discuss Longlegs (Heavy Spoilers)
Alaska is joined for this bonus mini-episode by Marcus Pinn to discuss Longlegs.
Please note that there are heavy spoilers, so if you do not want the movie spoiled do not listen.
Aug 07, 202405:37

Anti-Corporate Albums Pt. 2: #5-1
And we're back with one of our longest episodes to date celebrating the Top 5 Anti-Corporate Rap Albums Ever! We talk about Tribe, Mobb Deep, De La Soul, Public Enemy, Wu-Tang, and some shocking selections that you WILL NOT EXPECT!
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Curly Castro:
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jul 31, 202402:24:11

Star Wars Acolyte Discussion with Myke C-Town
Alaska and Myke C-Town discuss the highly contentious season of the latest Star Wars television series The Acolyte and dip their toes into upcoming horror movies.
You can find Myke C-Town here:https://allmylinks.com/mykectown
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jul 25, 202459:40

The 10 Best Anti-Corporate Rap Albums Ever Part 1: #10-6
When normies all pick Illmatic, Blueprint, The Chronic, and Miseducation of Lauryn Hill as the best rap albums ever, we go the other way and give each our personal lists for the 10 greatest rap albums with our own criteria: autobiographical impact, albums at least 10+ years old, overlooked pioneers that influenced decades of work, and breakthrough technical achievements that Billboard, Apple, and Rolling Stone never highlight!
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https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jul 24, 202401:38:41

Used Records: CRU's Dirty 30 Feat. Chong Wizard
DJ Chong Wizard stops by on Used Records to talk about the excessively packaged 1997 album from CRU "Da Dirty 30" which included 30 TRACKS and features from The Lox, Ras Kass, Black Rob, and Slick Rick!
You can find Chong Wizard here: https://chongwizard.bandcamp.com/merch
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Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jul 17, 202401:17:55

Nü Metal Tournament feat. Alex Ludovico & Seaforeex
It's tournament time again! This week we are joined by Alex Ludovico and friend of the pod Seaforeex.
You can find the Call Out Culture Nü Metal Playlist here:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4TXGBBLLQshi5otR0Zbw1q?si=0QmdrwfDRryRGk1OuCZi7w&pi=u-mb2FHy6BRp2Z
You can find Alex Ludovico here:https://x.com/alexludovico
And you can find Seaforeex here:https://x.com/seaforeex
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Zilla Rocca:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music
Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jul 11, 202402:02:33

Live From the Liner Notes: ShrapKnel & Controller 7 "Nobody Planning to Leave"
In this electrifying episode, we dive into the dynamic duo of SHARPKNEL in their epic journey of crafting their latest opus "Nobody Planning to Leave" alongside first time guest Controller 7!
From the very first beat to the final mix, hear how Shrapknel meshed with Controller7's sonic sorcery to create a symphony that would make Prince Paul and De La Soul jealous!
You can purchase Nobody Planning to Leave here:https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/album/nobody-planning-to-leave
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Zilla Rocca:
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Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jul 03, 202401:29:36

Revisiting "The White Rapper Show" with Blockhead and MILC
ALASKA and Zilla take it back to 2007 after rewatching VH1's "The White Rapper Show" with MC Serch, John Brown (Hallelujah Holla Back!), $hamrock, G- Child (number 1 fan of Vanilla Ice), Persia (who said the N Word AND pulled out a dildo), and Jus Rhyme (the original anti-racist grifter). Blockhead and MILC swing by to talk Best Rapper of the bunch, Best Hang Out, how uncomfortable NORE was, and why Serch kept saying "Ma". This is a new classic Call Out Culture episode!
You can find all things Blockhead here:
https://blockheadnyc.com/
You can find all things MILC here:
https://x.com/MILCMANE
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Zilla Rocca:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music
Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jun 24, 202401:47:29

20 Years Ago Today - Hangar 18 Multiplatinum Debut Album Feat. paWL and Windnbreez
This week we are joined by Hangar 18 (our very own Alaska, paWL and Windnbreez) to discuss their debut album on Def Jux, the Multiplatinum Debut Album which was released. 20 years ago on 6/15/2004.
You can find the Multiplatinum Debut Album here:Bandcamp: https://hangar18.bandcamp.com/album/the-multiplatinum-debut-album
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6c8N0SmHnSmTNJRDn3e5RL?si=Y3_wycCkQ96T9VZLr0ByRg
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Zilla Rocca:
https://5oclockshadowboxers.bandcamp.com/music
Curly Castro:
https://curlycastro.bandcamp.com/album/little-robert-hutton
https://shrapknel.bandcamp.com/
Alaska:
https://thatrapperalaska.bandcamp.com/
Jun 12, 202401:46:04