Hip 2 Da Games

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Desmond Powell was the kid with the grandest NBA dreams and in the recent years developed a similar obsession with Hip-Hop. While basketball and Hip-Hop have went hand-in-hand for years, he realized that there has never been a platform that combined both simultaneously, so he decided to create it. With its name inspired by the famous Lord Finesse song, this podcast is for you: the basketball junkie AND Hip-Hop head. The goal is simple: Desmond wants you to remember why you loved both in the first place and more importantly, realize that Hip 2 Da Games is not just a podcast, it's a lifestyle.

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So Far Gone? Drake's Place in Hip-Hop ft. Tyler McDowell-Blanken

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02/10/23 • 108 min

Today, Desmond is joined by 19 Media Group teammate and co-host of Gimmick Infringement Tyler McDowell-Blanken to help provide some insight on Drake's place in Hip-Hop. Together they share thoughts on the following:

First impressions of Drake
What makes Drake so polarizing
Why they have outgrown Drake
Where Drake stands in Hip-Hop vs. Rap
Drake's best work
Favorite Drake bar(s)

Enjoy! We appreciate and welcome any and all thoughts and support. All for the love of Hip-Hop on this side - Dez
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Ty & Dez's Top 5 Songs of the 2010s Article: https://gimmickinfringementpod.com/the-writing-1
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Shoutouts, The MVP Race, & The Modern NBA

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01/13/23 • 58 min

For the first episode of 2023, Desmond returns with more HOT NBA topics as the season reaches the halfway point to discuss the following:

Shoutouts to some All-Star caliber forwards/bigmen (Randle's Redemption, Zion's Vengeance AND MORE)
The STACKED MVP Race (Does Luka have a real shot? Did Jokic just lock it up? What about KD? AND MORE)
The State of the Modern NBA (Ridiculous stat lines - good or bad? + Pros & Cons between recent eras)

Enjoy! Don't hesitate to share your thoughts!
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Song Breakdown #3: "Stakes Is High" by De La Soul

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07/22/22 • 42 min

In this episode, travel with Desmond back to 1996 and dive into what is considered one of Hip-Hop's many dope State of the Union-esque songs. This one is "Stakes Is High," the title track from De La Soul's 4th studio album, where the trio boldly reflects on life and Hip-Hop in a timeless fashion.

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OG Talk ft. TheMojoKing & Willie Freeman

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12/16/22 • 96 min

This week, Desmond is joined by two very special guests: the hosts of Hip-Hop Hidden Gems, TheMojoKing and Willie Freeman. The guys link up to have an insightful, genuine, and fun conversation that bridges Hip-Hop's past and present. They share early memories of Hip-Hop, touch on topics regarding the standard of emcees and the evolution of the culture/genre, give flowers to several dope emcees, and much more. As always, enjoy and share your thoughts!
Tap in with Mo & Willie!
Mo's Twitter: https://twitter.com/APowerMoJo?t=DK-46_XMhUaBp1j0FGO3nQ&s=09
Mo's IG: https://instagram.com/themojoking?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Willie's Twitter: https://twitter.com/williefreeman?t=ri0HCimL7v5_X7suq_7aJQ&s=09
Willie's IG: https://instagram.com/willie.freeman.3rd?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE to Hip-Hop Hidden Gems: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hip-hop-hidden-gems/id1590561937
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This Week in Basketball & Hip-Hop History: Sept. 18-24

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09/23/22 • 50 min

Desmond returns this week to celebrate and shoutout the people, moments, and albums across basketball & Hip-Hop history that were born the week of September 18th-24th.
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Song Breakdown #4: "Respiration" by Black Star ft. Common

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09/09/22 • 41 min

In today's breakdown, Desmond quite literally brings a breath of fresh air with Black Star's poetic song, "Respiration," which details the cities of Brooklyn/New York and Chicago through the eyes of Mos Def, Talib Kweli, and Common.

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Shaw Calhoune Previews New Album Fly Langston

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01/27/23 • 38 min

Today, Desmond is joined by Shaw Calhoune for his second appearance on the show to preview his latest project Fly Langston, a Harlem Renaissance inspired album that includes similar themes of dreams, unity, and growth as seen in the 1920s and 30s. Dez and Shaw come together to give a small preview of how Shaw fuses the hungry, smooth emcee with the observant poet.
LISTEN TO FLY LANGSTON HERE: https://shawcalhoune.bandcamp.com/
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Song Breakdown #6: "Words of Wisdom" by 2Pac

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12/30/22 • 32 min

For the last episode of 2022, Desmond travels with you back to 1991 to shed light on a gem from 2Pac's first album 2Pacalypse Now: "Words of Wisdom."
Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez
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The CP3 Sweepstakes, Duos, & Other Offseason Thoughts

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06/16/23 • 73 min

Today, Desmond returns with more NBA discussion, this time centered around some hot offseason topics:

Chris Paul's release + 2 teams that he should consider joining
Duos in the modern NBA - Not so dynamic?
Damian Lillard & The Hard Knock Trail Blazers
The Bulls stressful offseason ahead
James Harden wants that old thang back?

Enjoy! Please don't hesitate to share your thoughts! Good luck on the giveaway! - Dez
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7 Things I'm Excited To See This NBA Season

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10/07/22 • 39 min

Desmond flips back to the other side of the H2DG spectrum to share seven things that has him most excited for the upcoming NBA season.
ALSO - TUNE IN TO THE NBA BASELINE'S 2022-23 WESTERN CONFERENCE PREVIEW W/ DESMOND: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-baseline-nba-podcast/id909831649
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