Intro: "Welcome to 'That's Absurd,' the podcast where we explore the wild, wacky, and thought-provoking. Today's episode, we're diving into some truly absurd topics. But before we get started, let's kick things off with our Question of the Week: How much should a man spend on a first date? We'll have some surprising answers for you. Now, let's embrace the absurd!"
Segment 1: Politics
Segment 2: Hip-Hop
DJ Envy's Real Estate Scandal: We discuss DJ Envy's real estate scandal and the outrageous aspects of this story, as well as the impact on his career.
Drake vs. Joe Budden: We explore the absurdity of the ongoing feud between Drake and Joe Budden, contemplating whether Joe failed in his music career and the peculiarities of this rivalry.
Drake's Defenders: We analyze the role of Drake's father and Birdman in defending the rapper and how their involvement adds an absurd twist to the narrative.
Drake's Subliminals and Name Drops: We break down Drake's recent subliminal references in his music, including his mentions of The Weeknd, Pusha T, Rihanna, and A$AP Rocky, and the absurdity of the hidden messages.
50 Cent and Brother Love: We explore the absurdity of 50 Cent implicating Brother Love in Tupac's murder and the bizarre accusations and speculations.
Segment 3: Pop Culture
Carlee Russell's Verdict: We cover the absurdity surrounding the trial and verdict of Carlee Russell in a kidnapping hoax case, including the recommended jail time and restitution.
Jada Pinkett-Smith's Revelation: We contemplate the absurdity of Jada Pinkett-Smith's revelation that she and Will Smith have been separated since 2016, and the complexities of their relationship.
Rudolph Isley's Passing: We acknowledge the absurdity of time and aging as we pay tribute to Rudolph Isley, who passed away at the age of 84.
Jawn and Rizz in the Dictionary: We discuss the absurdity and humor of the words "jawn" and "rizz" being added to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary and what this means for language and culture.
Segment 4: The Tea with O.G Nate P
Segment 5: Sports
That's a wrap for this episode of 'That's Absurd.' We hope you enjoyed our dive into the world of absurdity in politics, hip-hop, pop culture, and sports. Don't forget to share your own absurd stories and questions, and stay tuned for more absurdity in our next episode. Until then, embrace the absurd!
