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Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 141 | "Old YN"This week, Miss2Bees kicks things off with WHAT’S BUZZIN - Cardi B kicks off her first ever tour (4:20) and J. Cole’s trunk sale for ‘The Fall-Off’ (10:15) - before introducing a new segment, ASK2BEES (15:36), where listeners can submit questions for the cast to answer. Next, the LUNCH BREAK - dating someone with kids (24:47) and which TV shows you could watch for twelve hours a day for a year to win a million dollars (31:20) - and CHAT - Jack Harlow (41:30) and Baby Keem (49:30) announce new albums and a review of Brent Faiyaz’s ‘Icon’ (54:55). The BOARD MEETING (1:18:42) is a responsib...
2026-02-182h 00
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 140 | "Nuyorican" ft. Gabe PStay Busy with Armon Sadler
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2026-02-112h 15
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 139 | "Blog Era Hangover"Armon, Miss2Bees, and Will reunite after New York city was pummeled with snow and begin with WHAT’S BUZZIN - Kanye West’s apology letter in The Wall Street Journal (3:30), Nicki Minaj’s MAGA alignment (10:35), Don Lemon’s arrest in Minnesota (21:00), and Eve’s long overdue GRAMMY recognition (28:05). Next, the LUNCH BREAK - snowstorm dating stories (32:40) and our dependence on Apple products (41:05) - and CHAT - new certifications and achievements for Rihanna’s ‘ANTI’ (47:35) and reactions to J. Cole’s ‘Birthday Blizzard ‘26’ (52:05). This week’s BOARD MEETING examines the rift between Jim Jones and Kid Cudi over who is responsible for the wid...
2026-02-041h 55
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 138 | "The Winning Side"Armon, Miss2Bees and Will kick off 2026 with WHAT’S BUZZIN - Fetty Wap’s release from prison (10:05) and news that Lil Durk has been in solitary confinement for four and a half months over an illegal Apple Watch (14:39) - before diving into the LUNCH BREAK (20:16) - end of year recaps on social media and when it is too late to wish someone a Happy New Year. For the CHAT, the crew discusses French Montana and Max B’s ‘Coke Wave 3.5: Narcos’ (31:51), Jaymin’s “Wamu” (38:41), and Bruno Mars announcing his next album (41:19). This week's BOARD MEETING is a responsible revisit of Rihan...
2026-01-141h 47
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 137 | "Heal The Streets" (2025 EOY Recap)For the final episode of 2025, Armon, Miss2Bees, and Will break down the top moments of the year by month and discuss the best shows and movies, their favorite albums and singles, MVPs, predictions for 2026 and New Year's resolutions, and much more!
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2025-12-292h 08
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 136 | "Equal Opportunity Hater"Nominate Miss2Bees for The Creative Collective's 2026 creative class by Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 11:59PM ET (Visit @miss2bees on IG for a cheat sheet) - https://form.typeform.com/to/urewC4hP
This week, Miss2Bees kicks things off with WHAT’S BUZZIN’ - Chelley and Ace of Love Island USA S7 have split (7:06) and Hot 97 has cancelled Ebro In The Morning (14:42) - before the crew dives into the LUNCH BREAK and CHAT - The University of Michigan fired football coach Sherrone Moore for having an inappropriate relationship with a staffer (25:02), Nas & DJ Premier’s ‘Lig...
2025-12-171h 45
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 135 | "Disenchanted"This week, the crew is back following the Thanksgiving holiday, and Miss2Bees begins with WHAT’S BUZZIN - the host of The Streamer Awards comparing Kai Cenat to Diddy (5:53) plus a review of ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’ on Netflix (10:48). Next, the group dives into the LUNCH BREAK - Armon’s Miami trip (23:47) and questionable decision to start watching ‘Baddies’ on Zeus (28:33) - and CHAT - Spotify Wrapped 2025 (35:07), Disclosure & Leon Thomas’ “Deeper” (43:03), and Lil Baby’s ‘The Leaks’ (46:25). Armon then introduces a new segment - LINE ITEMS - where he gives a lyrical breakdown of Giveon’s “Backup Plan” (56:36) The episode closes with the BO...
2025-12-101h 35
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 134 | "R&B Dreams" ft. SWEATAArmon welcomes rising R&B talent SWEATA to discuss returning to New York for rollout season and his journey from church-trained musician to producer and now artist. He breaks down creating Sweata Weather Vol. 1 with 9th Wonder, the mentorship of Devvon Terrell, and finding confidence in elite industry rooms with cosigns from Usher and L.A. Reid (05:00). SWEATA reflects on R&B’s evolution, his desire to revive experimentation and rap/R&B duets, and the lessons learned about overthinking and trusting his sound (21:42). He shares the story behind his breakout Yebba collaboration “Waterfall” (43:47) and the creation of his single...
2025-11-261h 06
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 133 | "Chicken Alfredo"Armon, Will Foster, and Miss2Bees are back after some time apart. Miss2Bees debuts her new segment What’s Buzzing on These Streets, calling out Tory Lanez’s own appeal filings as an effective admission in the Megan Thee Stallion case and unpacking how legal journalism and misinformation are failing the culture (3:40), before the team revisits Omarion vs. Mario, live vocals, and early-2000s R&B egos (9:40). They then dive into “Rory-Gate,” resurfaced tweets, Twitter Spaces damage control, and what the saga reveals about anti-Blackness and how Black women are routinely targeted (16:38). Next, a deep breakdown of the 2026 GRAMMY n...
2025-11-191h 59
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 132 | "Signs Of Life" ft. Justin "J5" Davis & Kameron HayThis week, Armon and Will Foster are joined by friends of the show Justin “J5” Davis and Kameron Hay to discuss the state of Hip-Hop in 2025 (3:18), Young Thug’s latest album ‘UY SCUTI’ and the internet’s reaction to the rapper’s past few months (21:40), and much more!
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2025-10-011h 12
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 131 | "I Am Not Jesus" ft. Ahmad DavisThis week, Armon is joined by Ahmad Davis, Senior Artist Relations Manager at United Masters. The guys kick things off with a quick LUNCH BREAK - the state of the NFL season (5:02) - before diving into the CHAT - the ten year anniversary of Drake and Future’s ‘What A Time To Be Alive’ (10:04), Young Thug’s “I Miss My Dogs” (18:11), Hunxho’s ‘For Her 2’ (24:49), Cardi B’s ‘Am I The Drama?’ (32:23), and Ahmad’s thoughts on music in 2025 (42:19). For the BOARD MEETING (51:00), Ahmad talks about moving to New York, how he ended up at United Masters, what his role entails, how he envis...
2025-09-241h 30
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 130 | "Real Lover By-Laws" ft. Tallie SpencerThis week, Armon is joined by multi-media music journalist, on-camera host and PR executive, Tallie Spencer. The duo begins with a quick LUNCH BREAK - Tallie’s opinions on season five of ‘You’ (5:35) and her sports fandom (8:20) - before diving into the CHAT - Leon Thomas’ place in R&B (10:42), Young Thug’s leaked jail calls (14:23), Drake’s ICEMAN EPISODE 3 (26:15), Justin Bieber’s ‘SWAG II’ (41:44), and Tallie’s top albums of the year (48:40). Next, Armon asks Tallie some questions about what it means to be a #RealLover (54:32) and introduces a rapid fire segment to get to know Tallie better (1:06:37). For the BOARD MEETIN...
2025-09-151h 55
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 129 | "Stop Bulljivin"This week, Armon returns with a solo episode, and kicks things off with the LUNCH BREAK - live reactions to WWE: Clash In Paris (3:39) and the Dallas Cowboys trading star defensive end Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers (4:28). For the CHAT, Armon dives into Jason Martin’s tweet about the use of AI in music (5:42), new albums - Offset’s ‘Kiari’ (12:34), Mariah the Scientist’s ‘HEARTS SOLD SEPARATELY’ (16:45), Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Man’s Best Friend’ (21:47) - the two new singles from dvsn (28:24), and final thoughts about this year’s song of the summer debate (35:40). As always, the episode closes with the SLIDE DE...
2025-09-0346 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 128 | "Find Your Wealth" ft. Will FosterThis week, Will Foster returns to the podcast, as he and Armon kick things off with the LUNCH BREAK - a New York Yankees check-in (3:55) and early NFL predictions (9:11) - before diving into the CHAT - Armon received a letter from a VIBE reader (13:42), Taylor Swift announces her new album ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ on New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce (19:45), Cardi B’s “Imaginary Playerz” (25:53), Roy Woods & Chow Lee’s “One Night Stand” (33:18), and Will’s favorite projects of the year thus far (36:47). For the BOARD MEETING (44:55), the guys share some life updates and discuss the difficulties that...
2025-08-2059 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 127 | "Don't Be Weird" ft. Eddie GonzalezSubscribe to our Patreon for early access to all episodes and to catch the full Patreon exclusive segment in which Eddie shares some hot takes, including overrated foods, athletes, and artists, a Drake project he can live without, and more - patreon.com/staybusypod
This week, Armon is joined by the legendary journalist and multimedia personality, Eddie “Bansky” Gonzalez. The guys kick things off with the LUNCH BREAK - WWE SummerSlam recap (3:01), Shedeur Sanders’ first NFL preseason game (10:56), and Eddie’s NBA predictions for the coming season (16:01) - before diving into the CHAT - Lil Wayn...
2025-08-131h 41
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 126 | "Act Like You've Been Here" ft. Kevin JosephThis week, Armon sits down with Kevin Joseph, Founder & CEO of Samples N’ Friends, an interactive, sing-along experience designed to cultivate community for the music lovers. The guys kick things off with the LUNCH BREAK - Hulk Hogan’s passing (3:27), Netflix’s ‘WWE: Unreal” (11:17), and Luka Doncic’s shocking body transformation (21:50) - before diving into the CHAT - Tyler, The Creator’s ‘DON’T TAP THE GLASS’ (26:02), Metro Boomin’s ‘A Futuristic Summa’ (30:50), Chris Brown & Bryson Tiller’s “It Depends” (38:05), Drake & Central Cee’s “Which One” (40:56), and Kevin’s top five projects of the year so far (54:46). For the BOARD MEETING (1:01:21), Kevin talks abo...
2025-08-061h 35
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“Free(Dom) Unlimited” ft. Dominik Mysterio (WWE Superstar) - BONUS EPISODEArmon sat down with WWE Intercontinental Champion, Dominik Mysterio, to discuss his title defense against AJ Styles at SummerSlam, his partnership with Chase Freedom Unlimited, Liv Morgan's injury, potential additions to Judgment Day, and much more!
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2025-08-0212 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 125 | "Javante" ft. Carl LamarreThis week, Armon is once again joined by Carl Lamarre, Senior Director of R&B/Hip-Hop at Billboard, who kicks things off by standing on business when it comes to Drake (2:28) - favorite deep cut, favorite feature, and top five albums. Next, the guys dive into the CHAT - Clipse’s ‘Let God Sort Em Out’ (7:57), Giveon’s ‘BELOVED’ (16:03), Justin Bieber’s surprise album ‘SWAG’ (22:52), Future’s ‘DS2’ turning ten years old (28:30), Drake’s “What Did I Miss?" debuting at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 (38:53), and The Boy’s comments about UK rappers at Wireless Fest in London (46:42). This week’s LUNCH BREAK includes commentar...
2025-07-231h 21
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 124 | "Started In 2018"This week, Armon is back with another solo episode and kicks things off with some very exciting news for the podcast. Next, he dives into a quick LUNCH BREAK - Love Island USA Season 7 discourse (10:57) and an NBA Finals recap (13:28) - before getting into the new music CHAT - Clipse’s album rollout (14:38), Sabrina Carpenter’s “Manchild” (18:52), and Drake’s new releases and the surrounding discourse (22:41). This week’s BOARD MEETING (39:41) consists of Armon’s top ten albums of the year so far, as well as his top songs and song of the summer contenders. As always, the episode closes with th...
2025-07-091h 12
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 123 | "Ideology" ft. John CherySubscribe to our Patreon for early access to all episodes and to catch an exclusive segment in which John talks about his podcasting journey, the evolution of the Imaginary Players brand, and working at UMG in the midst of the Drake-Kendrick Lamar beef and the ensuing lawsuits - patreon.com/staybusypodThis week, Armon is joined by John Chery, Co-Founder of The Imaginary Players, a podcast, fashion brand, and event curation experience. The guys kick things of with a LUNCH BREAK - NBA Finals storylines (3:42) - and new music CHAT - dvsn signing with Jerm...
2025-06-111h 19
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 122 | "Student Of Life" ft. SHRETAThis week, Armon is joined by Australian-born R&B artist SHRETA. The two begin by diving into the CHAT - Giveon announcing a new project (4:09), Leon Thomas’ ‘MUTT Deluxe: HEEL’ (5:30), Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” dropping out of the Billboard 100 (9:08), and Drake becoming the first artist in history with 10 RIAA diamond singles (10:52). For the BOARD MEETING (23:43), SHRETA opens up about growing up in Australia, how she got into music, what moving to the United States did for her career, her hit single ‘MESSY,’ the creation of her latest self-titled EP, working with Phabo, her future plans, and more! To close, a spec...
2025-06-041h 19
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 121 | "Reasonable Hate" ft. YassyThis week, Armon is joined by Yassy, Host and Creator of Let’s Get Unserious Podcast. The duo kicks things off with the new music CHAT - The latest rap beef between Joey Bada$$ and Ray Vaughn, Daylyt, and other West coast rappers (3:28), Drake announcing OVO Fest 2025 and speculation about his next album (13:47), the latest from Diddy’s trial (23:09), and new evidence in the case between Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion (30:16). Next, for the BOARD MEETING (39:39), Yassy talks about her life and career, including working with Akademiks and No Jumper, the differences between living on the East Coast and...
2025-05-281h 22
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 120 | "Hope She Sees This" ft. Emily FuentesSubscribe to our Patreon for early access to all episodes and to catch an exclusive segment in which Emily and Armon discuss the state of journalism from a visual perspective, how they envision their careers going forward, Heidi Klum’s Halloween Party, and White Claws - patreon.com/staybusypodThis week, Armon sits down with Emily Fuentes, Senior Manager of Content and Production at Billboard, and kicks the conversation off with the new music CHAT - Miley Cyrus’ ‘More To Lose’ (8:53), PinkPantheress’ ‘Fancy That’ (14:32), Naomi Sharon’s ‘The Only Love We Know’ (18:58), Nippa’s ‘Hope She Hears This’ (22:03...
2025-05-141h 44
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 119 | "When It's Real..." ft. Kojo Dadzie & ReignSubscribe to our Patreon for early access to all episodes and to catch an exclusive segment in which Kojo and Regin play a game of One Gotta Go, discuss their favorite places to vacation, and give advice to those who are about to turn 30 - patreon.com/staybusypodThis week, Armon is joined by friend of the show, Kojo Dadzie, and his recording artist, Reign. The guys begin with a LUNCH BREAK - Season 5 of ‘You’ (7:56), NBA playoff storylines (11:00), and the NFL Draft and Shedeur Sanders’ slide (20:36) - before diving into the CHAT - Young T...
2025-04-301h 37
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“Shock The World” ft. Shawn Michaels (WWE Hall Of Famer) - BONUS EPISODEArmon sat down with WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels ahead of last weekend's Stand & Deliver to discuss the event card, NXT's success, Roman Reigns challenging his title as Mr. Wrestlemania, and much more! Stay Busy with Armon Sadlerhttps://www.instagram.com/staybusypod/https://twitter.com/staybusypodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@staybusypodArmonhttps://www.instagram.com/armonsadler/https://twitter.com/armonsadler
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2025-04-2318 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 118 | "For All The Listeners"Armon is back with another solo episode and begins with a light CHAT - Kendrick Lamar & SZA’s “luther” video (2:08) and Jay-Z’s name being dropped from a sexual assault lawsuit tied to Diddy (5:13) - and LUNCH BREAK - Ja Morant’s new grenade celebration and the criticism he’s been facing of late (11:58). For this week’s BOARD MEETING, Armon reads and reacts to listener-submitted hot takes on music quality today, song of the summer criteria, Jey Uso, the NBA playoffs, pizza, Don Julio, and much more (14:50)! As always, Armon closes with two SLIDE DECK selections for the week (1:22:08...
2025-04-161h 31
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 117 | "One Mon Band II"Armon is back for a solo episode and kicks things off with the LUNCH BREAK - The first few days of MLB (2:58), NBA news (4:31), the leadup to Tiffany Stratton and Charlotte Flair’s WWE Women’s Championship match at Wrestlemania 41 (9:02), AEW’s Swerve Strickland’s comments toward wrestling legend Booker T (13:10), and the state of wrestling journalism (20:09). In this week’s CHAT, Armon discusses his approach to watching television shows (24:57), updates on Drake’s lawsuit against UMG (30:26), the “NOKIA” video climbing the Billboard charts (36:42), Billboard’s list of the top 25 female rappers of all time (44:17), NAV’s ‘OMW2 REXDALE’ (51:29), Sexyy Red’s “Hoochie Coo...
2025-04-091h 53
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 116 | "For The Love Of The Game" ft. Carl Lamarre & Arden FranklynSubscribe to our Patreon to catch an exclusive segment in which Armon, Carl, and Arden play a game of One Gotta Go (WWE edition) and share the best press trips they’ve been on and their worst interview experiences - patreon.com/staybusypodThis week, Armon is joined by friends of the show and Stay Busy alumni, Carl Lamarre (Deputy Director of R&B/Hip-Hop at Billboard) and Arden Franklyn (Consultant/Content Creator at Dunkyard). The guys kick things off with a LUNCH BREAK to discuss the online criticism surrounding this year’s Wrestlemania buil...
2025-04-021h 49
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 115 | "Prisoners Of The Moment" ft. The Need to Know PodcastStay Busy is BYKE, and Armon is joined by SaVon, Alex, and Regi of the Need to Know Podcast this week. The gang kicks things off with an early LUNCH BREAK - NBA Finals predictions (5:57) and John Cena's heel turn (13:30) - before diving into the CHAT - Fivio Foreign has been in jail since January (21:28), Jack Harlow and Doja Cat's "Just Us" (26:40), Reign's 'It's Up Forever' (34:44), and Playboi Carti's 'MUSIC' (38:48). Later, the WORD OF THE WEEK (1:01:10) and this week's BOARD MEETING (1:01:36) - Armon questions the Need to Know crew’s takes on the aftermath of the Drake-Kendrick Lamar rap be...
2025-03-261h 54
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“Get To Your Yes” ft. Nia Jax (WWE Superstar) - BONUS EPISODEWWE Superstar Nia Jax enters the Busyverse to discuss her upcoming Women’s World Championship match against Rhea Ripley at Saturday Night’s Main Event, main eventing Elimination Chamber: Perth last year, losing her title to her protege Tiffany Stratton, her previous basketball career, sobriety, Pilates, and much more!
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2025-01-2427 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“Watch My Shoes” ft. Trick Williams (WWE NXT Superstar) - BONUS EPISODELet’s talk about it! WWE NXT Champion Trick Williams joins the Busyverse to discuss his journey through college football up to being one of the faces of NXT, going from being Carmelo Hayes’ “sidekick” to a solo star, his rivalry with Ethan Page, new opponent Ridge Holland, working with the Dudley Boyz in-ring and on music, Lash Legend, NXT’s women’s division, and more!
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2024-11-0636 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E17 - "Is This Peace?"In the final episode before a mid-season break, Armon, Miss2Bees, and Will Foster begin by calling out the podcast’s hate watchers before diving into the CHAT - Jadakiss calling Drill the worst Rap genre of all time (4:05), Lil Durk’s arrest for murder for hire (12:35), Megan Thee Stallion’s appearance in True Religion’s holiday campaign and why Sexyy Red didn’t get the look (22:14), Meg’s ‘MEGAN: ACT II’ (35:05), Tyler, The Creator’s ‘CHROMAKOPIA’ (40:20), and 41, Kyle Richh, and Cash Cobain’s “Closure” (1:02:22). This week’s LUNCH BREAK is a bit somber as Armon laments the recent losses by the New York Yankees...
2024-10-302h 14
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E16 - "The Recipes Are Lost"The gang's all here and wastes no time jumping into this week’s CHAT - Armon’s experience at Jack Harlow’s Brooklyn show (2:38), Kendrick Lamar’s interview with SZA for Harper’s BAZZAR (8:05), Young Thug’s tweet pleading for unity amongst Drake, Future, and Metro Boomin (23:48), Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg’s interview with Stephen A. Smith (34:40), Tommy Richman submitting in the Hip-Hop GRAMMY categories (43:46), and Gunna’s latest track “HIM ALL ALONG” (57:09). The vibes are high for the LUNCH BREAK following the New York Liberty’s first WNBA Championship and the New York Yankees defeating the Cleveland Guardians to make the...
2024-10-232h 01
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E15 - "Confirmation Bias" ft. Kojo DadzieFriend of the show Kojo Dadzie joins the Busyverse in place of Miss2Bees, and in fitting fashion, the gang kicks things off with a LUNCH BREAK to discuss the WNBA Finals and the blockbuster trade between the New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves (4:20). This week’s CHAT consists of conversations on Summer Walker announcing ‘Finally Over It’ (21:07), Glorilla’s ‘GLORIOUS’ (29:01), and Russ, Omen, and Wale’s recent comments on social media on the state of music journalism (36:25). Armon’s WORDS OF THE WEEK (1:00:02) are a fitting introduction to this week’s BOARD MEETING (1:01:29), which covers J. Cole’s “Port Antonio” - the so...
2024-10-162h 08
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E14 - "Rookie Of The Year"The Busy Gang is back and wastes no time getting into this week's CHAT - Sabrina Carpenter's claims that she helped get NYC mayor Eric Adams indicted (4:37), Travis Scott's 'Days Before Rodeo' dropping out of the Billboard 200 after holding the #1 spot (11:11), Metro Boomin (17:22) and Hitmaka's comments (24:01) on Drake and Kendrick Lamar's beef, Future's 'MIXTAPE PLUTO' (32:23), J. Cole's latest feature run (44:02), and The Weeknd & Playboi Carti's 'Timeless' (51:12). Later, the gang takes a quick LUNCH BREAK to pay homage to Dikembe Mutombo (1:05:05) before Armon shares his WORD OF THE WEEK (1:08:11). The BOARD MEETING assesses the rookie years of artists past and...
2024-10-022h 26
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E13 - "League Of Lamar"Miss2Bees and Will are back in the studio, and the crew catches up before diving into the CHAT - Rest in Peace to Frankie Beverly and Tito Jackson (4:04), the backlash Tyla has been facing (10:26), Future announcing ‘Mixtape Pluto’ (20:19), Nicki Minaj announcing ‘Pink Friday 3’ (26:44), Playboi Carti’s “All Red” (31:48), and The Weeknd’s “Dancing In The Flames” (37:32). Next comes a quick LUNCH BREAK to discuss Week 2 of the NFL season (44:32) before Armon returns with his WORD OF THE WEEK (50:03). For the BOARD MEETING (52:37), the gang breaks down all that has unfolded since Kendrick Lamar got the nod to headline the Super Bowl LIX h...
2024-09-182h 08
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E12 - "God Is From Harlem" ft. Fergie Baby (Rapper)This episode is for the towns, as Armon is joined by none other than Harlem rapper Fergie Baby. After some quick pleasantries, the guys jump right into the CHAT - RIP Fatman Scoop and Rich Homie Quan (4:05), Sabrina Carpenter's 'Short N' Sweet' tops the Billboard 200 just ahead of Travis Scott's 'Days Before Rodeo' (6:26), Lil Durk's tweet about the state of Hip-Hop (10:57), Roc Nation announcing that Kendrick Lamar will headline the Super Bowl LIX halftime show (14:59), The Weeknd's forthcoming album 'Hurry Up Tomorrow' (31:04), A$AP Rocky & J. Cole's "Ruby Rosary" (35:21), and Angel Reese launching her podcast 'Unapologetically Angel' (41:14). Later, Armon...
2024-09-111h 41
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“What's A Goon To A Goblin?” ft. Jaida Parker (WWE NXT Superstar) - BONUS EPISODEStay Busy is joined by WWE NXT star Jaida Parker who will compete against NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez on Sunday, September 1 at NXT No Mercy. We discuss her history with Roxanne, the infamous slap heard around the world this week, transitioning from national and college soccer to wrestling, her women’s wrestling Mount Rushmore, places she’d suggest Keith Lee go to eat in Florida, and much more.
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2024-08-3027 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E11 - "Put The Phone Down"Armon, Miss2Bees, and Will Foster are back and begin by recapping their weekend before getting into the CHAT - Instagram’s new update allowing users to add a song to their page (4:50), Nicki Minaj unfollowing JT and Ice Spice (8:46), Lil Yachty’s latest antics (16:44), Kehlani announcing her ‘While We Wait 2’ mixtape (29:55), Drake adding new songs and content to his 100 GIGS website (41:16), Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Short n’ Sweet’ (57:17), and Cash Cobain’s ‘PLAY CASH COBAIN’ (1:15:51). For this week’s BOARD MEETING, in the spirit of NBA 2K’s MyPLAYER mode, each host picks a genre for their ideal artist and breaks down the decisi...
2024-08-282h 17
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E10 - "Jokes Over Facts"On this week’s episode of Stay Busy with Armon Sadler, Will is back and the gang quickly gets into the CHAT - Roc Nation merging it’s label with Equity Distribution to form ROC Nation Distribution (5:07), Michael Rubin’s Breakfast Club interview (11:55), Post Malone vs The Culture (23:34), Marlon Wayans vs DJ Vlad (35:12), Kids Take Over (KTO) promoting a Hip-Hop panel with zero Black panelists (40:33), Vybz Kartel’s release from prison (50:30), Travis Scott re-releasing ‘Days Before Rodeo’ on it’s 10th anniversary (55:01), and “Problem” by Cash Cobain and Laila! (1:00:28). This week’s LUNCH BREAK touches on this past weekend’s Fanatics Fest in New...
2024-08-212h 13
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E9 - "Phases" ft. Iman Nunez (Rapper)On this episode of Stay Busy with Armon Sadler, Armon and Miss2Bees are joined by Yonkers rapper, Iman Nunez. This week's CHAT consists of discussions on Yung Miami’s interview with Saucy Santana (6:56), Latto’s ‘Sugar Honey Iced Tea’ (14:36), and Drake’s 100GB of never before seen or heard content (25:24). Later, the gang takes a quick LUNCH BREAK to recap the Paris Olympics (51:51) before getting into the BOARD MEETING (57:53) - an in-depth interview with Iman in which he talks about his childhood, his music beginnings, his latest project ‘PHASES VOL. 2’ hosted by On The Radar, his relationship with The LOX, what...
2024-08-142h 07
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerPATREON EXCLUSIVE - "The Truth About New York City Transplants"If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our Patreon for biweekly bonus episodes in which we don't hold ANYTHING back - www.patreon.com/staybusypod
On this Patreon exclusive episode, Armon (a New Jersey native), Miss2Bees (a Brooklyn native), and Will Foster (a Midwest native) breakdown the debate that took over Twitter a few days after this month's Tompkins Avenue Block Party about how New York City transplants should act around New York City natives and approach living in The Big Apple.
Whether you are a native or a transplant in your...
2024-08-0728 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E8 - "Lead With Love"On this week’s episode of Stay Busy with Armon Sadler, Armon, Miss2Bees, and Will Foster begin by revisiting last week’s question about Drake’s signature songs (3:47) before diving into the CHAT - Fyre Fest organizer Billy McFarland arranging meetings between rappers and Donald Trump (10:41), KARRAHBOOO leaving the Concrete Boys (16:14), Doechii’s Nissan Altima Swamp Sessions with TDE (21:27), Latto announcing her next album ‘Sugar Honey Iced Tea’ (27:57), Ice Spice’s long-awaited album ‘Y2K’ (36:08) and Gordo’s ‘DIAMANTE’ featuring Drake and others (57:42). Later, the gang takes a quick LUNCH BREAK to discuss Team USA Men’s Basketball’s 110-84 win over Serbia at...
2024-07-312h 03
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E7 - "Student Of The Game"This week, Armon kicks things off with a question about Drake’s signature songs (2:13) before the gang jumps into the CHAT - ScHoolboy Q’s Toronto show getting canceled (7:20), Jermaine Dupri’s reaction to Stephen Curry saying Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” isn’t the only song in America (11:52), the tracklists to Ice Spice’s ‘Y2K!’ (22:13) and Mustard’s ‘Faith of a Mustard Seed” (29:08), JT’s ‘City Cinderella’ (34:59), Childish Gambino’s ‘Bando Stone and The New World’ (45:34), Rob49 & Cardi B’s “On Dat Money” (54:52), Big Sean’s “Yes” (59:45), and 4batz & Usher’s “act iv: fckn u again (18+)” (1:07:38). For this week’s BOARD MEETING, Armon and Miss2Bees inter...
2024-07-242h 03
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E6 - "2020-Bore"Miss2Bees is back from her travels and, as always, she, Armon, and Will Foster kick things off with some WHETHER YOU LIKES (2:33) before jumping into the CHAT - Miss2Bees speaks on what she missed last week (7:11), Donald Trump was shot at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania (15:05), French Montana brought Andrew Tate out at a festival in Romania (23:45), Serena Williams disses Drake at the ESPYs (28:30), Ice Spice & Central Cee’s “Did It First” (31:28), Eminem’s ‘The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)’ (38:38), and JT’s upcoming solo tour and album (52:20). The gang then takes a LUNCH BREAK to discus...
2024-07-171h 59
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E5 - "Dissect Economy" ft. Khari Nixon (Social Strategist)This week, while Miss2Bees is living her best life, Armon and Will Foster are joined by friend of the show, Khari Nixon. They kick things off with some WHETHER YOU LIKES (5:26) before diving into the CHAT - Drake’s features on Camila Cabello’s new album ‘C,XOXO’ (22:16), Quavo & Lana Del Rey’s latest single “Tough” (34:45), and Megan Thee Stallion’s self-titled album (47:28). Later, the gang takes a quick LUNCH BREAK to discuss NBA free agency (1:00:33) and the discourse surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers drafting Bronny James (1:15:53). This week’s BOARD MEETING focuses on Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” video and wha...
2024-07-102h 19
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E4 - "Keep That Chain On"Armon, Miss2Bees, and Will Foster are back on the heels of Armon’s 29th birthday and kick things off with some WHETHER YOU LIKES (2:27) before diving into the CHAT - RIP to Florida rapper Foolio who was murdered on his 26th birthday (10:00), the 2024 XXL Freshman Class announcement (15:52), Bobbi Althoff spotted in Compton with YG (23:14), GloRilla’s “TGIF” (25:32), Ice Spice’s “Phat Butt” (29:11), Mustard and Travis Scott’s “Parking Lot” (36:34), and Kehlani’s ‘CRASH’ (39:36). Later, the gang takes a quick LUNCH BREAK to recap Game 5 of the NBA Finals (43:42) and comment on Sha’Carri Richardson qualifying for the Paris Olympics (45:19). This week’...
2024-06-261h 22
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E3 - "Le Bebe"Armon, Miss2Bees, and Will Foster are back for Episode 3 and kick things off with some WHETHER YOU LIKES (3:43) before diving into the CHAT - Spotify’s 2024 Songs of Summer predictions (10:56), On The Radar Radio’s “The Phases Cypher” (14:31), “Choppa” by Byron Messia with Lil Baby & Rvssian (24:29), Don Toliver’s new album ‘HARDSTONE PSYCHO’ (30:31), Normani’s latest album ‘DOPAMINE’ (36:33), Cardi B’s performance in Coney Island (46:12), and Complex’s “The Funniest People on the Internet Right Now, Ranked” (49:57). Armon introduces a new sports-themed segment LUNCH BREAK, and the gang previews Game 5 of the NBA Finals (57:09) before commenting on Logan Paul’s sit down with Donald Trum...
2024-06-191h 39
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E2 - "The Streets Decide The Summer"(Apologies for audio issues early in the episode!) Armon, Miss2Bees, and Will Foster are back for Episode 2 and, as always, kick things off with some WHETHER YOU LIKES (4:39) before diving into the CHAT - Armon addresses the Instagram commenter who fired at him on a reel from last week’s episode (14:09), Miss2Bees recaps her time at the Bryson Tiller concert (23:15) and the season premiere of ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ (25:30), Will speaks on Elliott Wilson collaborating with Cash Cobain following the release of "Rump Punch" (27:01) and why it is going to be a Slizzy summer (33:48), and the gang reviews KAYTRA...
2024-06-121h 37
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS5:E1 - "Are We Sure?" with Miss2Bees & Will FosterSeason 5 is finally here, and Armon begins by introducing his new co-hosts, Miss2Bees and Will Foster, before lightening the mood with some WHETHER YOU LIKES (6:57). In the CHAT portion of the episode, the gang discusses Apple Music's 100 Best Albums list (12:29), Drake's leaked reference tracks (21:42), Sexyy Red's appearance on NXT (32:33), and the NBA playoffs (35:01). Next comes a RAPID FIRE segment, where Armon asks Miss2Bees and Will about their favorite places to eat in New York City, their favorite song of the summer in their lifetimes, and quotes they live by (41:40). The inaugural BOARD MEETING of the season recaps...
2024-06-051h 48
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“She's The Man” ft. Becky Lynch (WWE Superstar) - BONUS EPISODEWe know we've been gone for much longer than expected and are truly sorry about that. Please stay tuned for some special announcements and the launch of Season 5 VERY SOON!
PROGRAMMING NOTE - This interview was recorded before Becky Lynch defeated Nia Jax in their Last Woman Standing match
On this bonus episode of Stay Busy with Armon Sadler, Armon is joined by WWE superstar Becky Lynch! Becky starts by detailing all that went into creating her new book, "Becky Lynch: The Man: Not Your Average Average Girl." She...
2024-03-2731 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“Couple Goals” ft. Bianca Belair & Montez Ford (WWE Superstars) - BONUS EPISODEWe know we’ve been gone for much longer than expected and are truly sorry about that. Please stay tuned for some special announcements and the launch of Season 5 VERY SOON!
On this bonus episode of Stay Busy with Armon Sadler, Armon is joined by WWE superstars and the focus of Hulu’s upcoming reality show, ‘Love & WWE,’ Bianca Belair and Montez Ford. The power couple discusses their apprehension about filming the show, their Wrestlemania history, favorite reality shows, friend of the podcast, Cornell Gunter, their families, advice for married couples, fashion, and so much more!
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2024-01-2919 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“Black Wrestling Avengers” ft. Stat Guy Greg (The Ringer’s ‘Cheap Heat’), Jeff J. (Bleacher Report + MSG) & Cornell Gunter (WWE Games) - BONUS EPISODEWe know we’ve been gone for much longer than expected and are truly sorry about that. Please stay tuned for some special announcements and the launch of Season 5 VERY SOON!
On this bonus episode of Stay Busy with Armon Sadler, Armon is joined by WWE media icons Stat Guy Greg, Jeff J. and Cornell Gunter. The gang begins by reviewing CM Punk’s surprise return to WWE (2:51). Next, Armon asks the guys to recap 2023, forecast what 2024 will bring for the company and share what it can do to improve on a macro level (24:26). An i...
2023-12-111h 31
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Ja Morant & Accountability In Entertainment" - BONUS EPISODEArmon drops in for a quick bonus episode to discuss Ja Morant's recent gun controversy, the discourse surrounding entertainers and their mistakes, accountability in entertainment, the responsibilities that inherently come with being a public figure, some parallels to how people discussed Kanye West and Kyrie Irving's controversies several months ago, and more.
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2023-05-1720 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Off Road With Taylor Rooks" - BONUS EPISODEIn a huge moment for Stay Busy With Armon Sadler, we are joined by the incredible Taylor Rooks! She discusses her experience riding in the Polaris Slingshot in honor of International Female Ride Day, her acting spot in 'Blind Faith,' how she measures success in journalism, the NBA playoffs, the New York Jets, what's on her daily playlist, and more. So much to gain from just a 20-minute conversation!
Be sure to follow Taylor on IG at @taylorrooks
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2023-05-0622 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E14 - "Full Circle" ft. Carl Lamarre (Deputy Director of R&B/Hip-Hop at Billboard)We welcome Carl Lamarre, Deputy Director of R&B/Hip-Hop at Billboard, into the Busyverse! WHETHER YOU LIKE + FIT CHECK (5:01). CHAT (10:36) - Dillon Brooks vs LeBron James, Jim Jones v Pusha T, Frank Ocean at Coachella, Usher wants to perform at the Super Bowl, Swizz Beats 'Hip-Hop 50' and Post Malone 'The Diamond Collection.' SLIDE DECK (45:51) - Childish Gambino & Lloyd “Telegraph Ave (Oakland)” (Carl) and Wynne “Glass Slipper Flows” (Armon). “THE LAMARRE LIST” - (Subscribe to our Patreon to check out the special game we had for Carl) - Carl is given prompted questions that he must answer to better de...
2023-05-011h 30
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E13 - "Chinedu" ft. Young Prince (Host, Comedian)Talented host and comedian Young Prince joins the Busyverse this week for a hilarious and insightful conversation! WHETHER YOU LIKE + FIT CHECK (4:19). CHAT (11:38) - The guys salute Cornell Alum Rizpah Bellard on winning Brent Faiyaz’s Show U Off grant before discussing Dreamville Fest, festivals as a whole, Ghana, DJ Drama’s ‘I’m Really Like That,’ Tyler, The Creator’s ‘Call Me If You Get Lost: The Estate Sale’ and Tyler’s rise to superstardom, Cash Cobain’s ‘Slizzy Day,’ and Chlöe’s ‘In Pieces’. SLIDE DECK (39:26) - Jozzy “She Asked Me” (YP) and Jordan Ward “0495” (Armon). “SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT” (Subscribe to ou...
2023-04-101h 38
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E12 - "Layered Lifestyle(s)" ft. Kianna $tyles (Artist Relations at Alamo Records)We welcome Kianna $tyles into the Busyverse! WHETHER YOU LIKE + FIT CHECK (2:55) CHAT (5:56) - Hit-Boy v Hitmaka, Lil Wayne says he's still, the best rapper alive, the Drake retirement conversation, and new music from Lola Brooke, Rae Sremmurd, Blxst, and 6LACK. SLIDE DECK (38:07) - "22" by JayO (Kianna), "Lonely" by Grace Weber (Armon). “KIANNA STYLE” (Subscribe to our Patreon to check out the special game we had for Kianna). BOARD MEETING (45:36) - Kianna's journey from Howard to roles at Epic, Atlantic, Asylum, OVO Sound, navigating the music industry as a woman, networking, Eminem, etc.
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2023-03-271h 18
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E11 - "Penacity" ft. Annabelle Kline (Entrepreneur, Music Curator, Artist Manager)This week we kick off Stay Busy #BadAndBusy Women's History Month by welcoming Annabelle Kline, Founder of That Good Sh*t to the Busyverse! WHETHER YOU LIKE (5:05). CHAT (9:17) - Michael B. Jordan and the "corny" discourse, Metro Boomin sells portion of publishing catalog, Brent Faiyaz giving away grants to Black women business owners, De La Soul's back catalog added to streaming, The Weeknd's 'Starboy' is top on the Billboard 200, 6LACK "Since I Have A Lover", Nicki Minaj "Red Ruby Da Sleaze", J-Hope ft. J. Cole - "On The Street", Don Toliver - 'Love Sick'. SLIDE DECK (35:59) - "Ghost" by L...
2023-03-131h 27
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E10 - "Portraits Of The Ghetto" ft. Yolanda Hoskey (Photographer)Armon welcomes talented photographer Yolanda Hoskey into the Busyverse! WHETHER YOU LIKE (4:28). CHAT (8:35) - GOAT rapper discussion + regionalism, Ice Spice, Rihanna's Super Bowl performance, Chris Brown. SLIDE DECK (31:05) - "LOLSMH II" by Westside Boogie (Yolanda), "Now" by Miguel (Armon). "HOW YOU SEE IT?" (37:02). BOARD MEETING (45:01) - Yolanda's journey as a photographer, catering to a Black audience, photographer icks, Ghetto University, working with Fujifilm, and more.
Be sure to follow Yolanda on IG at @ghettoyolie and stay tuned for the next season of Ghetto University.
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2023-02-271h 21
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E9 - "Bigger Than You" ft. Nigeria Ealey (Co-Founder, Creative Director at TIER)BUSY BLACK BUSINESS MONTH IS HERE! We welcome Nigeria Earley, the Co-Founder and Creative Director of TIER into the Busyverse. WHETHER YOU LIKE (4:28) CHAT (12:46) A whole lotta GRAMMY talk. SLIDE DECK (37:02) "RZA" by French Montana, DJ Drama and Benny The Butcher (Nigeria), "Don't Touch My Hair" by Solange ft. Sampha (Armon). "THE NEXT TIER" (45:04) A deep dive into Nigeria's fashion sense for various scenarios, Greek origins, purpose, and team building. BOARD MEETING (59:43) The TIER journey through Nigeria's lens, the lengths he would go to serve people before TIER blew up, giving back to the community, creating a platform for o...
2023-02-131h 43
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E7 - "Bottle Boy" ft. HENNESSY (Singer, Songwriter)Armon welcomes the Providence, Rhode Island star into the Busyverse!
WHETHER YOU LIKE (4:05)
CHAT (5:29) - Hit-Boy x Offset, Ty Dolla $ign, Chiild x Lucky Daye, Moneybagg Yo x Glorilla, PARTYNEXTDOOR
SLIDE DECK (12:31) - "Down Bad" by Destin Conrad (HENNESSY), "D'Usse" by Kariyonte (Armon)
WHAT'S YOUR COCKTAIL? (19:28)
BOARD MEETING (21:49) - HENNESSY talks music origins, near-death experience, dream collabs, opening for Joe, Monica, A Boogie, Jack Harlow, and much more.
Be sure to follow HENNESSY on IG at @poursomehenny.
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2023-01-231h 02
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E6 - "No Timbs In The South" ft. Kayvan Daragheh (Director of A&R at Genius)Happy New Year to the Busyverse! This week, we welcome Genius' Director of A&R, Founder Of Kayvan's House, and Audiomack Curator Kayvan Daragheh! WHETHER YOU LIKE (5:25). CHAT (11:35) RIP Gangsta Boo, RIP Fred White of Earth Wind and Fire, Tory Lanez verdict, Bad Bunny throws a fan's phone, Drake x Popcaan "We Caa Done," Kayvan's 2022 albums of the year, artists of the year, and most improved artists. SLIDE DECK (37:18) - 8rae "Lost Cause" (Kayvan), Dende "Better Than Him" (Armon). #AnotherReview (47:30) - Subscribe to our Patreon at www.patreon.com/staybusypod to join this wild ride! BOARD MEETING (47:32) - Kayvan's...
2023-01-091h 27
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E5 - “Non-Sixers” | Armon’s 2022 Top Albums ListWelcome to our final episode of 2022 - recorded on December 21, 2022! CHAT (4:56) Armon discusses the updates on the Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion trial and YSL’s RICO charges before giving his feelings on SZA’s new album ‘SOS’. SLIDE DECK (14:17) Armon plays a track from New Jersey’s own Maya Le called “Personal”. BOARD MEETING (18:04) Armon finally unveils his Top 10 Albums of 2022 List and calls in some friends of the show to discuss his picks.
Happy New Year and see y’all in 2023! Stay Safe, Stay Humble, Stay Busy.
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2022-12-281h 54
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"3 Steps Forward" (3rd Anniversary Special) ft. Regina Cho, Kojo Dadzie, Imaris Reyes & SaVon SlaterThree years in and we’re only getting busier. Armon brings in close friends of the show SaVon, Regina, Imaris and Kojo to celebrate three years in the pod game. WHETHER YOU LIKE (7:35). CHAT (10:43) SZA ‘SOS’ predictions, each guest’s album of the year. VERZUZ (18:42) - Meek Mill v Wale, 10 rounds. Send us your votes! CHECK-IN (1:06:52) Each guest shares life updates, the biggest lesson they learned in 2022 and how they would describe the year in one word before Armon closes with final reflections and a toast.
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2022-12-161h 32
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"TikTalk" ft. Aux Cord Whisperer (Playlist Curator, Content Creator) - PATREON EXCLUSIVEThis week we unload a Patreon Exclusive for all listeners! Last month, Armon called in Stay Busy’s new internet friend by way of TikTok, @AuxCordWhisperer, to discuss what got him started in content creation, Lil Baby’s trajectory, Aux's take on Wale being more culturally relevant than Drake, favorite albums this year, and much more.
Be sure to follow Aux Cord Whisperer on IG at @aux.cord.whisperer and on TiKTok at @auxcordwhisperer
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2022-12-0540 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E4 - "2023 GRAMMY Preview" with SaVon SlaterSaVon makes his long-awaited return to the Busyverse for a jam-packed episode. WHETHER YOU LIKE (4:27). CHAT (9:50) 'Her Loss' statistics, 21 Savage's week as the main character on Twitter, new music from Nas, WizKid and Roddy Ricch. SLIDE DECK (42:40) Jenevieve - "Resume" (SaVon), Manny Montana - "Dancer" (Armon). BOARD MEETING (49:57) A deep dive on the consistently odd reactions to the GRAMMYs and our predictions for the Hip-Hop and R&B categories. At the end of the day, should we care?
Be sure to follow SaVon on IG at @savonslvter.
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2022-11-211h 34
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E3 - "The Militia" ft. SixSaidIt (Rapper)SixSaidIt brings her diverse background and insightful takes to the Busyverse! WHETHER YOU LIKE (4:27). CHAT (7:18) - Takeoff, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, NxWorries, Andersoon. Paak, HER, Ice Spice, Drake and 21 Savage, SLIDE DECK (31:51) Disrespectful by SixSaidIt (Six), Gravity by Nadine El Roubi (Armon) SAY IT SIX (38:44) BOARD MEETING (41:07) Six’s background, writing her first song, the IG followers, being autonomous yet manageable, Outside II, and more.
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2022-11-091h 18
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E2 - "It’s A Lot Going On" ft. Dizzy Banko (Producer, Rapper)This week Armon is joined by 5x Multi-Platinum, Billboard chart-topping producer Dizzy Banko! WHETHER YOU LIKE (4:15). CHAT (6:43) Bad Bunny, Kanye West, Latto, Nicki Minaj, Kodak Black, and the recent Quality Control Releases (Quavo x Takeoff and Lil Baby). SLIDE DECK (36:52) Dizzy Banko - "IYKYK" (Dizzy) Tre Loud - "Use Me" ft. Jabeaux (Armon). WHO PRODUCED IT? (44:48) We test Dizzy’s knowledge of who produced some of the most well-known megahits. BOARD MEETING (48:55) Dizzy Banko talks his origins in music, networking as a producer, balancing rap and production, connecting with Pop Smoke, and much more.
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2022-10-241h 14
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS4:E1 - "Bald & Busy" with SaVon SlaterSeason 4 is officially underway, and we are Bigger Than Ever, Busier Than Ever, and Balder Than Ever. Armon returns to full-time podding and introduces his new co-host/friend of the show, SaVon Slater, in addition to the Stay Busy Patreon. CHAT (Out Of Office) - Kendrick Lamar album, Beyonce album, Ari Lennox album, dvsn singles, + male R&B, song of the summer talk. SLIDE DECK - Irresponsible by Kiana Lede (SaVon), Obsessed by Calvin Harris, Shenseea, and Charlie Puth (Armon). BOARD MEETING - Balder & Busier (rapid fire question game for SaVon) + introducing the vision for Season 4. Stay safe, stay...
2022-10-1058 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Wake Em Up" by HDBeenDope | "Busy Sessions" Episode 11 (In-Studio Performance)HDBeenDope blesses us with an in-studio performance of his new single “Wake Em Up” for "Busy Sessions" Episode 11. Check out Armon's full interview with HD releasing on Thursday, September 22 on all DSPs and YouTube.
Be sure to follow HD at @hdbeendope
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2022-09-2103 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Busy Sessions" Episode 10 with Uche MalikFor "Busy Sessions" Episode 10, Armon is joined by Boston's own Afrobeats sensation Uche Malik for our very first Afrobeats interview. Uche Malik talks growing up in Boston, moving back to Nigeria, his family pushing him to make music, playing the DJ and A&R role before putting out his own music, self-confidence, being robbed in Washington D.C, a near-fatal car accident, Afrobeats dominating the United States music scene, artists not "selling out" by allowing American artists on their homegrown records, his discography leading up to his July EP 'Nwa Owerri,' and what you can expect in the...
2022-09-1542 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Kolo" by Uche Malik | "Busy Sessions" Episode 10 (In-Studio Performance)We are hyped to bring you our first ever Afrobeats performance for "Busy Sessions" Episode 10. Massachusetts-based artist Uche Malik pulls up and blesses us with an in-studio performance of "Kolo" off of his latest EP 'Nwa Owerri.' Be sure to check out Armon's full interview with Uche (releasing on Thursday, September 15) on all DSPs and YouTube.
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2022-09-1502 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Easy Money" by Suni MF | "Busy Sessions" Episode 9 (In-Studio Performance)Suni MF blesses us with an in-studio performance of her single “Easy Money” for "Busy Sessions" Episode 9. Check out Armon's full interview with Suni releasing on Wednesday, September 7 on all DSPs and YouTube.
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2022-09-0603 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“Ramón Did” (DJ Khaled - ‘God Did’ Review) - BONUS EPISODERamón Did! Armon pops back into the studio to review and react to DJ Khaled's 13th studio album 'God Did.' He talks his first introduction to DJ Khaled, how Khaled has grown over the years, his promotional efforts sometimes not matching the quality of music, and finally, the album itself: the highly lauded Jay-Z verse on "God Did," the hit potential of Future and SZA's "Beautiful," and some wishes for some of the featured artists. It's a ride.
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2022-08-2922 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Busy Sessions" Episode 8 with Will CherryWill Cherry stops in from Cleveland, Ohio for our latest episode of "Busy Sessions." Armon asks Will about his upbringing, how he found music, releasing his debut album 'Burgundy,' connecting with Baby Tate and Sango, being a perfectionist who oversees the entire musicmaking process, his upcoming album, and what he would put on a Will Cherry Essentials playlist.
Be sure to follow Will at @willcherrry
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2022-07-2222 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"ice" by Will Cherry | "Busy Sessions" Episode 8 (In-Studio Performance)Will Cherry blesses us with an in-studio performance of his newest single “ice” for "Busy Sessions" Episode 8. Be sure to check out Armon's full interview with Will (releasing on Friday, July 22) on all DSPs and YouTube.
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2022-07-2103 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“Y’all Don’t Wanna Be Healthy?” (The State of Male R&B) - BONUS EPISODEYou might as well call this one The State Of The R&B Union Address. Armon pops back into the studio to assess recent releases from Giveon, Brent Faiyaz and Chris Brown before deep diving the current state of male R&B. He covers topics like the lack of upbeat records, the lack of male-female R&B duets, the words "toxic" and "vibe" and how they are ruining the genre, the lack of true stars, and much more. It's a spirited discussion loaded with laughs and hard truths. Needless to say, Nic might have been right in Season 1's "...
2022-07-1830 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"450 Square Feet" ft. Coast Contra - BONUS EPISODEArmon returns to the Busyverse for a special interview with stars in the making, Coast Contra. Armon talks to Ras, Taj, Rio and Eric about how they came together, their Hip-Hop origins, opening for Dave Chappelle at Hollywood Bowl, contributing to the Queen & Slim soundtrack, performing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, dream collaborations, favorite verses from one another, and more.
Be sure to follow Coast Contra at @coastcontra, Eric at @_ericjamal, Rio at @rioloz, Ras at @ras_austin and Taj at @tajaustin.
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2022-06-3039 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler“Honestly Reviewed, Nevermind The Internet” (Drake - ‘Honestly, Nevermind' Reaction) - BONUS EPISODEArmon steps back into the Busyverse to discuss Drake’s surprise album ‘Honestly, Nevermind.’ He talks some #info he had leading into the album’s release, his initial feelings on the music, Drake leaning into the house genre, things he would have liked to see, the internet’s usual polarizing reactions to Drake being more excessive than usual, the conversation surrounding reclamation of Black Music, and he even touches on the new Beyoncé single “BREAK MY SOUL.”
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2022-06-2331 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E30 - "In The Nic Of Time"All good things come to an end. Whether You Like (5:48), CHAT - Drake, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, SiR, Ella Mai, Bad Bunny and a LONG Jack Harlow talk (9:52) SLIDE DECK - CHERIE - Darius and Darianna Everett (Steve), I’m There - Summer Walker (Armon), and Try Your Fire - Lucky Daye (Nic) (45:52) BOARD MEETING - The guys recap the season, discuss changes for the pod moving forward, and toast to their success (57:42) Follow us on social media at @staybusypod and engage with our content here - https://linktr.ee/staybusypod. Subscribe and rate us on all platforms! Te...
2022-05-091h 21
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"40000 Miles and Running" ft. Rob Sherrell (Renaissance Man) - BONUS EPISODEArmon took his vacation energy to Northridge, California to have a conversation with Rob Sherrell (comedian, tour manager for Van Buren Records, creative director of Get Busy Streetwear, and founder of You Had To Be There). They talk growing up in Indiana, majoring in stand up comedy, connecting with Kevin Hart, moving to California, creating through the pandemic, and the main event, his upcoming launch of You Had To Be There, among other things.
Follow Rob Sherrell on social media at @robjustjokin, You Had To Be There at @UH2BT and Get Busy Streetwear at @getbusystreetwear.
2022-05-0648 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E29 - "Turning Issues Into Opportunities" ft. Nyla Symone (DJ, Radio Host, Personality)We welcome DJ Nyla Symone to the Busyverse! WHETHER YOU LIKE (5:34). CHAT (12:41) - Megan Thee Stallion, Future album, Kehlani album. SLIDE DECK (38:58) - "Explicit" by Coast Contra (Nyla), "Pick Your Poison" by Blxst and Grandmaster Vic (Nic), "Second Chances" by Kiana Lede and 6LACK (Armon). BOARD MEETING (52:04) - Nyla talks her background, how she got into DJing, navigating the space as a woman, handling rejection, and more.
Be sure to follow Nyla everywhere at @nylasymoneee
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2022-05-021h 26
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Busy Sessions" Episode 7 with Fendi FrankArmon interviewed LA’s own Fendi Frank back in March about his trip to NYC, growing up in South Central, prioritizing education, transitioning from sports to music, keeping a business mind with the art, balancing authenticity and range as an artist, regional community building, his upcoming project ‘Shawty Tape 3’ and more.
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2022-04-2739 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E28 - "West Coast Papi"Armon goes at it alone again this week! WHETHER YOU LIKE (3:45). CHAT (4:20) - The Hotline opens again! Kendrick Lamar, Vince Staples praise, Pusha T talk. EOTM (10:38) - Dante Nicholas, Photographer and Social Media for UPROXX. SLIDE DECK (10:55) - Majid Jordan “Forget About The Party” and Omah Lay x Justin Bieber “Attention”. BOARD MEETING (17:43) - Armon updates everyone on his LA trip, new job, and gets a fun callback.
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2022-04-2531 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E27 - "One Mon Band"For the first time ever, Armon goes solo with no guest. WHETHER YOU LIKE (3:37). CHAT (4:56) - Armon calls in Mike George aka DJ Michaelangelo to talk about Drake, Jon Salomon aka King Salomon to talk about Pusha T, Nascent to talk about his Grammy win and experience, his mother to talk about her favorite song at the moment, and Maya of M Divine Delights to talk about Future. He then shares his thoughts on Bas’ EP, Muni Long’s single, and the new Cardi verse. EOTM (29:25) - Dante Nicholas, Photographer and Social Media for UPROXX. SLIDE DECK (29:45) - “Paradise” by Yung...
2022-04-181h 01
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E24 - "World's-Eye View" ft. Brittney Williams (Marketing at HBO, Philanthropist)We closed off #BadAndBusy month with some 19 Crimes and one legend in HBO’s Brittney Williams! WHETHER YOU LIKE (6:24) CHAT - #ShortKingSpring, Day26, Lollapalooza lineup and Chicago pizza, Summer Walker x SZA x Cardi B - “No Love (Extended)” Latto - ‘777,’ and Koffee - ‘Gifted’. (9:50) EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - DJ Nyla Symone (28:09) Slide Deck - Lila Ike - “Where I’m Coming From” (Brittney), Gaby Duran - “Babe Truth” (Nic), Soli - “Love Me” (Armon) (29:50) WHICH BRITT IS IT - (39:02) BOARD MEETING - Brittney talks growing up, traveling, attending Albany, the hustle, HBO, her non-profit Youth Travels and more (44:49)
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2022-03-281h 25
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E23 - "Decharge" ft. DJ Steph Cakes (DJ, Radio Host, Musician)Everyone needs a...decharge? This week the Busy Boys are joined by one of the hottest DJs in NYC, DJ Steph Cakes and she brought gifts! Shoutout Branson cognac! CHAT - Drake's More Life five-year anniversary discussion, giving flowers to Capella Grey, Nicki Minaj x Coi Leray "Blick Blick," Syd x Lucky Daye "CYBAH," Nic's #ResponsibleRevisit of Lucky Daye's 'Candydrip,' and Normani "Fair." EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - DJ Nyla Symone! SLIDE DECK - "YCB" by Prada Mama (Steph), "INDECISIVE" by Snoh Aalegra (Armon), and "Simple Things" by Malia (Nic). RAPID FIRE - Steph answers questions about her...
2022-03-211h 20
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Busy Sessions" Episode 6 with Mia JaeFor "Busy Sessions" Episode 6 we’re joined by Harlem’s Finest, Mia Jae! We warm up with a game of "What Do You Say, Mia Jae" before discussing growing up in Harlem, acting vs music making, releasing heartbreak music over Valentine’s Day weekend, being protective of your art, and more. She also blessed us with two performances: “Put It On Me” and “Better Man.” Be sure to check those out and follow her on all platforms!
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2022-03-1738 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Put It On Me" by Mia Jae | "Busy Sessions" Episode 6 (In-Studio Performance)Mia Jae blesses us with an in-studio performance “Put It On Me” for "Busy Sessions" Episode 6. Be sure to check out her performance of “Better Man” and her full interview (releasing on Thursday, March 17) on all DSPs and YouTube.
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2022-03-1602 min
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Better Man" by Mia Jae | "Busy Sessions" Episode 6 (In-Studio Performance)Mia Jae blesses us with an in-studio performance “Better Man” for "Busy Sessions" Episode 6. Be sure to check out her performance of “Put It On Me” and her full interview (releasing on Thursday, March 17) on all DSPs and YouTube.
Be sure to follow Mia at @miajae
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2022-03-1604 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E22 - "Failure Isn't Final" ft. Tamara May (Creative Marketing Manager at 300 Entertainment)Getting Badder and Busier every week! This episode we are joined by Tamara May of 300 Entertainment and AFTER DARK Room. CHAT - Kanye West, GODMODE, Lucky Daye and Shenseea. EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - DJ Nyla Symone! SLIDE DECK - "Girl Blunt" by Leikeli47 (Tamara), "RPG" by Kehlani ft. 6LACK (Armon). TELL US TAMARA - Some stories behind the creator. BOARD MEETING - Attending Fordham, Boston University and NYU, grinding to cover shows, opening AFTER DARK, biggest misconceptions working at a label, what she'd tell young Tamara, etc. We had a blast!
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2022-03-141h 11
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E19 - "Community Servant" ft. Jamane Weekes (Founder & CEO of Lips Cafe)The guys are joined by Jamane Weekes, Owner and CEO of Lips Cafe in East Flatbush, Brooklyn. CHAT - Super Bowl halftime show, VERZUZ recap, Lucky Daye’s single ft Lil Durk, and Jack Harlow’s new track. EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - Birthday Boy, Jameel Raeburn aka Meelz. SLIDE DECK - Wale - “Love Me Nina/Semiautomatic” (Jamane), Common x PJ - “Don’t Forget Who You Are” (Nic), India Arie - “Brown Skin” (Armon). READ MY LIPS - Jamane guesses what phrases Nic and Armon are mouthing to him. BOARD MEETING - Jamane’s come up, how a bad haircut lead h...
2022-02-211h 07
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E18 - "Bigger, My Son" ft. SaVon & Alex (Founders & Co-Hosts of "The Need To Know Podcast")For our second episode of Busy Black Business Month, you might as well consider it like when the Lakers played the Clippers in the same arena they shared for years. We brought in SaVon and Alex from "The Need To Know Podcast" for a classic episode. CHAT - Support for Isaiah Rashad, a deep dive on Roddy Ricch, music critique and "dickriding" artists, plus thoughts on Future's "Worst Day" and Jazmine Sullivan's 'Heaux Tales, Mo' Tales: The Deluxe'. EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - Jameel Raeburn aka Meelz, send him some love for his birthday on February 17th! SLIDE DECK...
2022-02-141h 53
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E17 - "Preserving Our-story" ft. Nadirah Simmons (Founder & CEO of The Gumbo)Black History is every day. This week we're joined by Founder and CEO of The Gumbo (publication focused on the intersection between Black History, Hip-Hop and womanhood) Nadirah Simmons (@hinadirah). CHAT - Anthony Hamilton v Musiq Soulchild, new music - Nicki Minaj x Lil Baby, 2 Chainz and Saba albums. EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - Jameel Raeburn aka Meelz, Creative Director of RNC Radio Live, co-host of The A Show and The Lookout, curator and freelance writer. SLIDE DECK - "Optimistic" by Sounds of Blackness (Nadirah), "Anybody" by Burna Boy (Nic), "Black Girl Magic" by Che Lingo (Armon). BOARD MEETING...
2022-02-071h 16
Stay Busy with Armon Sadler"Busy Sessions" Episode 3 with Jacques LaineFor Episode 3 of "Busy Sessions," Stay Busy with Armon Sadler welcomes Newburgh’s own Jacques Laine (@845jacques). We talk to Jacques about his Hip-Hop origins, representing the 845, his journey from debut project ‘Homecoming’ to recent release ‘Hope You See Me,’ NFTs, things he hopes to improve within his craft, and more.
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2022-02-0145 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E16 - "New Sounds, Old Ways"January was a month of great content and guests, but the timing was right for the dynamic duo to return to form. CHAT - Spotify removing Neil Young's catalog for his stance against Joe Rogan, Kanye West reveals Drake wrote his setlist for the Free Larry Hoover Benefit concert and announces 'DONDA 2', Jazmine Sullivan announces 'Heaux Tales, Mo' Tales: The Deluxe', Ella Mai - "DFMU", Benny The Butcher ft. J. Cole - "Johnny P's Caddy", Babyface Ray - 'FACE', Kyle - 'It's Not So Bad', Amber Mark - 'Three Dimensions Deep', Nija - 'Don't Say I Didn't Warn...
2022-01-311h 03
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerS3:E15 - "Small But Mighty" ft. Talya Elitzer (Co-Founder of godmode)Artists, Stay Busy Nationwide is on your side as we welcome godmode co-founder Talya Elitzer (@godmode_music) into the Busyverse! CHAT - Silk Sonic Las Vegas Residency is a major look for Anderson .Paak, The GRAMMY's rescheduled to 4/3 in Las Vegas, reports on JAY-Z and Meek Mill spearheading effort to eliminate use of rap lyrics in court, Gunna beats the Weeknd for #1 spot on Billboard, new music talk - Yung Bleu and Ne-Yo drop the next best wedding song in "Walk Through Fire," Sabrina Claudio goes meta with "Put On Repeat," and Shenseea and Megan "LICK" takes. EMPLOYEE OF...
2022-01-241h 12
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 2 - Discourse or Discord?Welcome back to Stay Busy w/ Armon Sadler! We discuss whether or not algorithm-based playlist curation will take over at some point (Half & Half), highlight Derrick Aroh, A&R at RCA Records (Employee Of The Week) preview and discuss "Filters" by VanJess and "NILE" by Beyonce and Kendrick Lamar (Slide Deck - Deep Cuts) and explore who can discuss music, the impact of social media on music consumption, and whether or not objectivity exists in gauging talent (Board Meeting). Check out Dave East's upcoming show and get your tickets to Imaginary Pop Up 12/28 before they run out! Stay Safe, S...
2019-12-2242 min
Stay Busy with Armon SadlerEpisode 1 - The Sound of ImmortalityWelcome to Stay Busy w/ Armon Sadler! We introduce you to our team and our haven for responsible, open-minded discourse on the music business and culture! After some shoutouts we get into Spotify offering paid pop-up ads to labels (Half & Half), highlight Brandon J. Payano, A&R/Curator from COLORS Studios (Employee of The Week), talk SAINt JHN - "Who Do You Blame" and Lucky Daye - "Try Your Fire" (Slide Deck - Deep Cuts), and discuss the mortality of artists and the immortality of their music (Board Meeting). Bulletin Board - Devin Tracy 12/19 at C'mon Everybody, Kai Cash and 27 D...
2019-12-1637 min