

The Brilliant Idiots
Charlamange Tha God and Andrew Schulz
Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz are The Brilliant Idiots. Join them each week as they explore the issues of the day in a style that's often idiotic, sometimes brilliant and always hysterical.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 2h 8min
In Total Surrender
Charlamagne and Andrew dive into topics like the solar eclipse, country music origins, Taylor Swift's album, J. Cole's apology to Kendrick Lamar, internet power, local change, J. Cole vs. Kendrick battle, age-gap relationships, Gamecocks basketball success, and parenting complexities.

Apr 5, 2024 • 1h 40min
DreamKilla
In this episode of the Brilliant Idiots podcast, Charlamagne tha God and Andrew Schulz discuss various topics including Meek Mill, Jerrod Carmichael, and a controversial video posted by former President Donald Trump. The conversation covers humor, honesty, and the boundaries of comedy. Women's college basketball is more exciting than the NBA due to the urgency of one-and-done tournament games and the development of players over four years. The potential for higher earnings in professional leagues may influence players' decisions to stay or leave college early. The hosts discuss the challenges and scrutiny faced by female athletes, particularly in the WNBA. They also discuss the importance of standing strong in the face of criticism and not letting it define one's worth. The conversation then shifts to a discussion about the influence and impact of certain rappers, including Future, Drake, J. Cole, and Kendrick Lamar. The hosts debate their rankings and the ways in which these artists have shaped the music industry.
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Mar 29, 2024 • 1h 40min
American Gigolo
In this episode, Charlamagne and Andrew discuss the recent news about Diddy and the allegations surrounding him. They express mixed emotions and disappointment about the situation, highlighting the impact Diddy has had on culture and the music industry. They also delve into the desire for power and success and how it can lead to questionable actions. The importance of character and the consequences of compromising one's values are explored. The conversation touches on the unfairness of bringing Jay-Z into the situation without any allegations against him. They also delves into the appeal of Candace Owens and her black liberation strategy, as well as the rise of conspiracy theories. The hosts discuss various topics including lying, the rivalry between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, the impact of Kendrick Lamar's music, the importance of quality over quantity in the music industry, the comparison between Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Diddy's Trip to Antigua
02:49 The Diddy Situation and Legacy
05:58 Defining Sex Trafficking
09:12 Mixed Emotions and Disappointment
13:02 The Desire for Power and Success
21:14 Compartmentalization and Lack of Empathy
24:06 The Importance of Character
29:49 The Institution and Disappointment
33:02 Unfairly Bringing Jay-Z into the Situation
33:29 The Power of Allegations and Misinformation
38:19 Disappointment in Black Icons
39:18 The Impact of Allegations on Legacies
47:32 The Appeal of Candace Owens
49:52 Candace Owens' Claims about Diddy
52:53 The Rise of Conspiracy Theories
01:01:41 Megan Fox's Logic on Drinking Blood
01:06:59 Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake
01:09:17 The Impact of Kendrick Lamar's Music
01:13:42 The Influence of Kendrick Lamar's Control
01:16:06 Comparing Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole
01:18:16 The Big Three and Future's Success
01:21:47 Managing Stress and Impact of Podcasting
01:25:16 Stopping Children from Making Mistakes
01:29:09 The Baddest First Lady
01:32:09 Intriguing Blue Collar Jobs
01:36:23 Fixing Andrew's Bunions
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Mar 23, 2024 • 1h 31min
I ❤️ You 4 Ever Bro….
The podcast covers fatherhood, children's books, and representation in literature. They discuss LeBron James and JJ Redick's podcast, the 'pause' in conversation, and relationships between straight and gay men. They explore kids rapping about honor roll and positive messages in hip-hop. They touch on misconceptions about hip hop, controversial lyrics, effects of having kids on marriage, and more.

Mar 15, 2024 • 1h 46min
Stud Muffins
In this episode, Charlamagne the God and Andrew Schultz discuss various topics, including gun ownership, the appreciation of studs, live comedy specials, Jake Paul's boxing match on Netflix with Mike Tyson, Mike Tyson's invincibility, Dreya Michelle's pregnancy, and age and attraction. They discuss the potential regulations and legislation around social media, including the need for licensing and accountability for content creators. The dangers of AI-generated misinformation and fake news are discussed, as well as the vulnerability of older generations to scams and manipulation. The importance of building a brand and business is emphasized, along with the potential impact of third-party candidates in elections.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
05:57 Appreciating Studs
08:47 Cat Williams and Live Comedy Specials
12:01 Jake Paul's Boxing Match on Netflix
24:56 Dreya Michelle's Pregnancy
39:38 Controversial Social Media Posts
43:48 Women's Basketball
49:03 Discussion on Sports and Competitiveness
52:55 Fatherhood and Girl Dads
01:05:36 Discussion on TikTok Ban
01:09:22 Licensing and Accountability for Content Creators
01:10:05 Spreading False Information and AI-generated Misinformation
01:12:29 The Potential Dangers of AI and Fake Newss
01:14:20 AI's Ability to Create False Information
01:16:38 The Vulnerability of Older Generations to Fake News
01:18:36 The Need for Better Tax Systems and Transparency
01:23:26 The Potential of Third-Party Candidates in Elections
01:28:55 Insecurities and Their Impact on Personal Lives
01:39:14 The Potential of Robert Kennedy in the Election
01:41:36 The Desire for a Third-Party Candidate in Politics
01:42:34 The Influence of Lobbyists on Political Candidates
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Mar 8, 2024 • 1h 34min
A New Day (Ft. Donnell Rawlings)
In this episode, Donnell Rawlings joins the crew and they discuss various topics, including Donnell's career, the power of YouTube and podcasts, the controversy surrounding Meek Mill's tweet, and the importance of humor in comedy. They also address the sensitivity of talking about sexual topics and the importance of supporting and uplifting each other in the entertainment industry. Donnell Rawlings discusses his experiences in high school and the military, as well as the first time he felt appreciated. He also talks about the process of creating his Netflix special, Donnell shares his thoughts on originality and parallel thought in comedy. The conversation also touches on misunderstandings and language barriers, as well as the importance of accepting love and recognition. Donnell discusses the impact of the internet on comedy festivals and shares details about upcoming shows and festivals. The hosts discuss the power of self-made platforms and the ability to control one's own destiny in the entertainment industry…
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Mar 1, 2024 • 1h 35min
Heavy Discussions
In this episode, Charlamagne the God and Andrew Schultz discuss the controversy surrounding “Big Back” comments about plus-size women and the backlash. The conversation delves into the power of words, the double standards in society, and the dangers of labeling and name-calling. They also highlight the humorous exchange between King Harris and Druski, as well as the bizarre plot involving a hardcore band member trying to steal his bandmates wife. The episode explores the complexities of language, humor, and societal norms. The conversation, also includes discussion on misogyny and gender roles, childhood fat jokes, reacting to offense, the Cam Newton incident, and Trump's understanding of culture.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:22 Fat Phobia and Big Back Brigade
05:15 Reese Tisa
06:45 Describing Big Backs
09:04 Double Standards and Insults
12:16 T.S. Madison's Tweet and Labels
19:22 King Harris' Response to Druski
23:28 Bizarre Plot to steal bandmates wife
26:57 Charlamagne's Past and Jokes
30:59 Misogyny and Gender Roles
36:01 Childhood Fat Jokes
43:14 Reacting to Offense
46:45 New Book Announcement!!
56:39 Cam Newton Incident
01:00:21 Trump and Culture
01:04:14 The Media's Objectives
01:05:37 Sneaker Culture and Politics
01:07:34 Fat Joe's Sneaker Controversy
01:13:36 New Yorkers' Resilience
01:15:27 The Power of Humor in Communication
01:18:06 Taylor Swift's Influence
01:19:26 The Influence of Artists in Politics
01:21:21 Being Immature Idiots
01:22:19 Drinking Breast Milk
01:25:54 Life Without Internet or Social Media
01:28:53 Life Without Social Media
01:31:37 Motivation and Self-Image
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Feb 23, 2024 • 1h 29min
New Labia Who This?
In this episode, Charlamagne the God and Andrew Schulz discuss relationships, sex, and comedy. They touch on the importance of honesty in relationships, the double standard in sexual history, and the significance of body count. The conversation shifts to the beef between Donnell Rollins and Corey Holcomb, as well as the public reaction to Killer Mike's opinions. We also discuss the critique of Dave Chappelle, the influence of hate and love in entertainment, the impact of negative comments, and the desire to be a supportive father. They also touch on topics such as All-Star weekends, the decline of interest in celebrity games, and the need for fresh talent in slam dunk contests.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Sponsor
00:30 New Body, Old Puss
01:29 Gilly the Kid's Opinion on Vaginal Rejuvenation
03:15 The Double Standard in Sexual History
05:04 Body Count and Judgment
08:02 Making Noise During Sex
09:09 The Importance of Breathing During Sex
09:31 The Breath and Body Language During Sex
12:18 Donnell Rollins and Corey Holcomb's Beef
15:06 Donnell Rollins Confronts Corey Holcomb
25:40 The Cost of Success and Political Activism
34:22 Public Reaction to Killer Mike's Opinions
42:30 Critiquing Dave Chappelle
46:30 The Motives of Comedians and Media Personalities
51:25 The Importance of Speaking the Truth
55:19 The Decline of Interest in All-Star Weekends
58:07 The Decline in Interest in Celebrity All-Star Games
01:00:04 The Lack of Recognition for Female Athletes
01:06:19 The Power of Hate and Love in Entertainment
01:07:43 The Influence of Hate and Love in Entertainment (cont.)
01:10:06 The Impact of Negative Comments and Hate
01:18:19 The Negative Effects of Hurtful Comments
01:20:44 The Impact of Negative Comments in School
01:22:29 The Desire to Be a Supportive Father
01:25:26 The Desire to Be a Loving and Supportive Father (cont.)
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Check out Andrew Schulz
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Check out all the podcast on Charlamagne's "Black Effect Network"
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Feb 16, 2024 • 2h 10min
Daddy's Home
In this episode, Andrew and Charlamagne discuss Andrew's experience of becoming a father and the impact it has had on his perspective. They also touch on topics such as the challenges of giving birth, the importance of spending time with the child, and the role of fathers in parenting. They praise Usher's halftime show performance. They also discuss the changing landscape of superstars, the influence of social media on fame, Kanye West's career and controversies, the success of Killer Mike's Grammy wins, and the concerns about democracy and Trump's actions
Chapters
00:00 Fatherhood
06:12 The Experience of Giving Birth
17:15 Challenges of Getting Pregnant
21:33 The Importance of Spending Time with the Child
25:22 Usher's Halftime Show Performance
30:58 Beyonce's Commercial and Potential Vegas Residency
36:14 Usher's Residency and Superstardom
41:42 The Importance of Mystery in Superstardom
45:28 The Future of Kanye's Career
51:28 The Existence of Other Realms and Spiritual Experiences
53:54 Beyoncé's New Record and Collaboration with Taylor Swift
57:15 The Success of Killer Mike's Grammy Wins
58:42 The Concerns About Biden and Harris
01:03:15 The Perception of Old White Men in Politics
01:09:31 The Concerns About Biden's Age and Mental Competency
01:13:49 The Potential of Hunter Biden in Politics
01:19:01 The Concerns About Democracy and Trump's Actions
01:30:40 The Uncertainty of the 2024 Election
01:35:22 The Possibility of Nikki Haley Running as a Democrat
01:37:46 The Danger of Trump's Attacks on the Media
01:41:34 The Sustainability of Club Shay Shay
01:44:12 Using a Time Machine to Go Forward or Backward
01:59:31 Feeling Disrespected in the Workplace
02:01:36 Love, respect & trust
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Check out Andrew Schulz
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Check out all the podcast on Charlamagne's "Black Effect Network"
www.blackeffect.com/
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Feb 9, 2024 • 2h 10min
New Blue Sun Rays (Ft. Glasses Malone)
This week Charlamagne is joined by Glasses Malone and they discuss Andre 3000's flute concerts, changing music preferences, endorsing albums, and double standards in relationships. They also discuss the influence of rappers on the culture, the impact of diss tracks, and the bias in award shows. They touch on the importance of mental health and the challenges they have overcome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices