L.A. Hip-Hop Culture With Nana, and Sydney Sweeney Speaks
Van and Rachel welcome rapper Nana to talk hip-hop culture in Los Angeles before they react to Sydney Sweeney’s comments on her infamous jean ad campaign. Then a boxing-style scoring of the best back-and-forths between Stephen A. Smith and Max Kellerman.
(0:00) Intro
(11:41) Jason Derulo on working with women
(23:15) Nana joins the show
(53:04) Sydney Sweeney on the “great jeans” ad
(1:01:33) Stephen A. Smith vs. Max Kellerman
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Jade Whaley
Video Supervision: Chris Thomas
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Talking Reparations and “Black Boy Tragic” With Governor Wes Moore! Plus, the Diddy Documentary and BD Wong’s Apology Rating. | Higher Learning | The Ringer
Rachel and Van start the show by talking about podcasters like Joe Rogan and his possible intentions with those he interviews. Then, they discuss Governor Josh Shapiro’s opinions on Kamala Harris’s book and react to both the new four-part Netflix documentary on Diddy and the response to it from Diddy’s team. Rachel also gives an apology rating to BD Wong. Later, they are joined by Governor Wes Moore to talk about reparations, child poverty, and direct conversations with Trump.
00:00 - Welcome!
04:15 - Joe Rogan and intentions
09:57 - Governor Shapiro comments on Kamala Harris
17:43 - Netflix releases a four-part Diddy documentary
28:24- Pharrell addresses recent political comments
48:39 - BD Wong apologizes for racist joke
58:06- Governor Wes Moore joins us
2:00:57 - Thanks for watching!
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Guest: Governor Wes Moore
Producers: Ashleigh Smith and Donnie Beacham
Video Supervision: Chris Thomas
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Pete Hegseth’s Investigation, and the Danish Deception
Van and Rachel are back from break to weigh in on the investigation of boat strikes, a TikTok relationship scam, and financial literacy in the NFL. Plus, Stephen A. Smith’s talking politics, tech bros are freestyling, and inmates are dancing with their daughters.
(0:00) Intro
(13:53) Boat strike investigations
(31:19) Defining ‘remigration’
(41:46) The Danish Deception
(1:04:33) Odell Beckham Jr. and financial literacy
(1:17:21) An HBCU/Divine 9 debate
(1:33:18) Stephen A. Smith and politics
(1:41:07) A very cringey freestyle
(1:47:34) Angola prison father-daughter dance
(2:00:49) Gun pulled over hairline
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith
Video Supervision: Chris Thomas
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Trump Hearts Mamdani, MAGA Bots Exposed, and the Summer Walker Drama Explained
Van and Rachel check in on the state of politics and culture before taking a quick Thanksgiving break!
(0:00) Intro
(12:58) Mamdani’s meeting with Trump
(42:10) No primary challenge for Representative Hakeem Jeffries
(59:53) The erotic poetry of RFK Jr.
(1:16:14) A new game: Where in the world is MAGA?
(1:24:58) Klay Thompson vs. Ja Morant
(1:33:38) Summer Walker relationship drama
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith
Video Supervision: Chris Thomas
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Senator Brian Schatz On Trying to Comprehend MAGA. Plus, Men’s Views on the WNBA With Angel McCoughtry! | Higher Learning | The Ringer
Rachel and Van start the show by discussing Pharrell Williams's intention behind his comments from the last episode. They are then joined by U.S. Senator Brian Schatz from Hawaii to break down his X post about converting MAGA supporters. Last, they are joined by WNBA legend, musician, and honorary member of Zeta Phi Beta, Angel McCoughtry, to talk about how men treat and talk about the WNBA.
00:00 - Welcome!
00:54 - Pharrell Clarifies
28:20 - Trump Berates Bloomberg News Reporter
37:54 - Sen. Brian Schatz Joins Us!
53:07 - Coast Guard Changes Classifications On Hate Symbols
1:11:12 - Angel McCoughtry Joins Us!
1:33:04 - Thanks for Watching!
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Guests: Sen. Brian Schatz and Angel McCoughtry
Producers: Ashleigh Smith and Donnie Beacham
Video Supervision: Jon Jones
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About Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay dissect the biggest topics in Black culture, politics, and sports. Two times per week, they will wade into the most important and timely conversations, frequently inviting guests on the podcast and occasionally debating each other.