Off the Record with DJ Akademiks

Episode 222: The Real War in Chiraq Story. (feat. Big Folks)

Jan 28, 2024

Exploring Chicago gang dynamics, evolving gang culture in music, survival in challenging neighborhood, confronting risky transactions, intense shooting incident, personal journey with marijuana, criminal dynamics in Chicago, financial scams and relationships, expression challenges in LA

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Uncovering Chicago Gang Dynamics

Contrasting Chicago in the 90s and Present Gang Culture

Survival and Money: Navigating Chicago's Street Culture

07:58 • 15min

Confident Handling of Transactions and Customer Returns in a Risky Setting

Surviving a Harrowing Confrontation

24:57 • 15min

Confrontation and Shooting Chaos

40:26 • 13min

Black Mothers on the Jury

53:53 • 15min

Transformation and Reflection in Jail

01:09:02 • 6min

Expanding the Hustle Beyond Chicago and Intriguing Encounters

01:14:57 • 2min

Surviving a Violent Encounter

01:16:36 • 7min

Personal Experience with Marijuana for Pain Relief and Advice on Street Dynamics in Chicago

01:23:54 • 2min

Exploring Chicago's Music Scene Dynamics

01:26:14 • 13min

Navigating Criminal Dynamics in Chicago

01:39:09 • 15min

Exploring Financial Scams, Body Image Decisions, and Relationship Dynamics

01:53:59 • 15min

Navigating Expression: East Coast vs. West Coast

02:09:18 • 4min

Speculations and Anticipation in Ongoing Conversation

02:13:08 • 1min

Genuine Praise and Authenticity in Content Creation

02:14:34 • 2min