The Right Time with Bomani Jones

In this episode of The Right Time, Bomani Jones and Jason England continue their discussion of Hip=Hop in the year 1996.From classic albums by A Tribe Called Quest and De La Soul to the massive breakthrough of The Fugees, the conversation explores how 1996 produced some of the most important rap records ever made. But it was also the moment when hip-hop started shifting—from a culture-driven scene to a more commercial industry.Bomani and Jason break down why albums like Beats, Rhymes and Life, Stakes Is High, Hell on Earth from Mobb Deep, and Ironman from Ghostface Killah captured a turning point in the genre. They also discuss how artists like Lauryn Hill helped expand hip-hop’s audience while changing the sound of rap.
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Bomani Jones kicks off the show by reacting to the news that the Baltimore Ravens traded 2 first round picks for Maxx Crosby.  He roasts the Las Vegas Raiders' draft history and discusses how the Ravens and Lamar Jackson are all in for this season.  Later, he breaks down how Donald Trump continues to meddle in sports and the hypocrisy surrounding it.  Finally, he reacts to more bad AI news, domestic travels and Logan Paul drama. 
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Bomani Jones is joined by Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated.  First, they discuss Donald Trump's roundtable discussion on the future of college athletics and how difficult that problem is.  Later, they break down the priorities for fixing college sports and what they would like to see changed.  Finally, they react to a story of a Cal State Bakersfield College Basketball coach moonlighting as a pimp.
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Bomani Jones is joined by San Antonio Spurs Legend Bruce Bowen.  First, they discuss the Spurs' season and whether Victor Wembanyama can lead them to an NBA title.  Later, they break down other Western Conference contenders and discuss the disappointing seasons that Luka Doncic and the Lakers are having.   Finally,  they react to Jayson Tatum potentially coming back for the Boston Celtics and if that is a good idea.
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In this episode of Bomani Jones 1996 Hip Hop Series, Bo and DJ Wally Sparks examine the origin of Southern Hip Hop that year.  First, they discuss the Geto Boys and how they were the genesis of Southern Rap.  Later, they break down Outkast's "ATLiens", how it differs from their first record, and the incredibly adult themes explored by two teenagers.  Finally, they examine the influences of No Limit & Master P on New Orleans and Three 6 Mafia on Memphis.
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