Drink Champs

Episode 395 w/ Ludacris

Feb 2, 2024
Ludacris, legendary rapper and actor, joins the Drink Champs to share stories from his early DJ days, making classic albums, and his acting career. They discuss being followed by fans, the influence of DJ Khaled and Rick Ross, the importance of recognizing lyricism, and the power of watching live entertainment. The conversation also covers the significance of loyalty vs. respect, the breakthrough song 'What's Your Fantasy,' and the impact of CEO Leo Cone. They touch on collaborations, bad deals, and the joy of supporting dreams. Additionally, they debate the best food from different cultures, admire Tom Cruise's dance skills in Tropic Thunder, and express gratitude for their achievements in the hip-hop community.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Legendary Queens Rapper and Tight-Knit Team
01:48 • 13min
3
Love for Music and Rumors
14:31 • 10min
4
Being Followed by Fans
24:17 • 14min
5
DraftKings Pick 6 Fantasy App
37:48 • 2min
6
Supporting Teams and Live Events
39:22 • 2min
7
Usher's Show and Quick Thomas Line
40:57 • 13min
8
A Reflection on a Long-standing Relationship
53:50 • 7min
9
Aspiring for Freedom in the Music Industry and Dealing with Bad Deals
01:00:30 • 4min
10
The Influence of Rick Ross and DJ Khaled
01:04:21 • 11min
11
Reflections on Recognition as a Lyricist
01:15:32 • 13min
12
Loyalty vs. Respect
01:28:34 • 14min
13
Supporting Dreams, Live Entertainment, and Vaccination
01:42:33 • 2min
14
Choosing 'What's Your Fantasy'
01:44:59 • 3min
15
The Importance of Saluting the Music Industry and the Impact of CEO Leo Cone
01:48:20 • 2min
16
Ludacris's Name and Collaboration with Conway the Machine
01:49:52 • 12min
17
Acknowledging and praising successes in the hip-hop community
02:01:57 • 13min
18
Debate on the Best Food and Cuisine from Different Cultures
02:14:40 • 2min
19
Tom Cruise's Dance
02:16:14 • 5min
20
Acknowledging Versatility and Discussing Bad Deals
02:20:54 • 2min
21
The Power of Watching Live Entertainment
02:22:37 • 2min
22
Observations at a Party and Varying Interview Lengths
02:24:17 • 2min
23
Working with Polo to Don and the Influence of Timbaland and Dr. Dre
02:25:57 • 3min
24
Top Five MCs That Have Influenced Us
02:29:17 • 13min
25
Preparing for a Performance
02:42:32 • 16min
26
Gratitude, Recognition, and Connecting for a brighter future
02:58:24 • 1min
27
Live Entertainment and the Importance of Vaccination
02:59:52 • 2min
28
Taking Shots and Appreciating a Drink Restaurant
03:01:26 • 5min
29
The Opposite of Love: Indifference
03:06:56 • 5min
30
Promotions and Sponsors
03:12:25 • 3min