Sidney Madden and Tirhakah Love discuss the heated beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, touching on dark accusations in their diss tracks. They then delve into the societal reliance on women as a social safety net, exploring the implications of lacking universal support systems.

Music critics and journalists Ann Powers, Sidney Madden, and Stephen Thompson discuss their predictions for the Grammy Awards. They also recommend new albums like The Last Dinner Party and Jay Mascis' latest release. The hosts express excitement for Grammy performances and anticipate unexpected collaborations. They explore the Grammy Awards' role in anointing ambassadors for different genres and discuss controversies surrounding the event.

Reporter Sidney Madden discusses the evolving public perception of Diddy after surveillance footage of him assaulting Cassie emerged. The podcast delves into Diddy's rise to fame, the abuse allegations against him, his public response to the video, and the consequences for his business relationships. Comparisons to other accused celebrities are also made, sparking conversations about accountability in the hip hop industry.

Sidney Madden, NPR Music Reporter and co-host of Louder Than a Riot, discusses Sean 'Diddy' Combs' response to assault allegations after video surfaced. They explore Diddy's journey from college dropout to music mogul and the impact of abuse allegations in the hip-hop industry.

NPR Music's hip-hop experts delve into 21 Savage's new album and his ICE arrest, discussing the shifting American Dream, the artist's expectations and challenges, the ambiguity in his immigration case, and his mysterious image in his music. The hosts also provide insights into various new music releases.