Hosts DJ Akademiks, Wayno, and Nadeska Alexis bring fans an in-depth look into the biggest stories in hip-hop with commentary, exclusive content, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the biggest shows in rap.
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Episode 24: A Very Honest Conversation with Tory Lanez
On this week of Everyday Struggle Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno share their thoughts on the 2019 Grammy nominations, Vic Mensa's apology to XXXTentacion's mom, and have a raw conversation with special guest, Tory Lanez. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/14/2018 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 46 seconds
Episode 23: Who Won the Lucas Vs. Lanez Freestyle?
This week the crew get into Joyner Lucas vs. Tory Lanez, review 6ix9ine's 'Dummy Boy' and J.I.D.'s 'DiCaprio 2' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/30/2018 • 50 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 22: Why 6ix9ine's Life is Like a Movie
On this week of Everyday Struggle, Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno get into 6ix9ine's arrest and the Breakfast Club interview, where he accused his whole team of stealing money from him. Then they get into Tory Lanez and Joyner Lucas' rap battle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/23/2018 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 39 seconds
Episode 21: Is Hip Hop Gentrified?
On this week Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno talk about Metro Boomin's album, "Not All Heroes Wear Capes" and debate whether a rapper's state determines the buzz you get. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/16/2018 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 16 seconds
Episode 20: Are Rappers Rushing Their Releases?
Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno review Lil Yachty, Future and Juice Wrld's new project, talk XXXTentacion's confession to domestic abuse, and debate whether Tee Grizzley and Smokepurpp have lost momentum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/26/2018 • 43 minutes, 3 seconds
Episode 19: Drake vs. Pusha vs. Ye
On this week of Every Day Struggle, Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno get into Quavo's solo debut, more Drake vs. Pusha T beef, and Kanye's meeting with Donald Trump. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/19/2018 • 50 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 18: Is 6ix9ine Paying Homage to Hip Hop or Trolling?
On this week of Everyday Struggle, Nadeska, Wayno and DJ Akademiks speculate on Lil Baby and Gunna's new project 'Drip Harder,' 6ix9ine and NYC rap, BET Awards drama, and what it means when Drake says he doesn't want to overstay his welcome? Bonus segment: Does Travis Scott's 'Astroworld' deserve a Grammy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/12/2018 • 51 minutes, 21 seconds
Episode 17: Should Ye Just Stick to Music?
Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno get into Lil Wayne's 'The Carter V,' Logic's ‘Young Sinatra 4,’ and discuss Kanye West's latest MAGA appearance with T.I. Bonus segment: Why can't UK rappers find commercial success in the US? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/5/2018 • 42 minutes, 39 seconds
Episode 16: Is Hip Hop Ready for an Openly Gay Rapper?
On this week of Every Day Struggle, Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno review Young Thug's EP 'On the Run;' talk the latest in the Nicki Minaj-Cardi B beef; rank 'Nothing was the Same' in the Drake discography, and answer a fan's question: is hip-hop ready to champion an openly gay rapper? Bonus segment: Will A$AP Rocky ever return to his prime after dropping 'Testing'? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/28/2018 • 40 minutes, 28 seconds
Episode 15: Did Eminem Give MGK Too Much Attention?
On this week Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno get into Eminem's diss track, 'Killshot,' talk with Curren$y about Ye's anticipated album 'Yandhi' and talk Atlanta rap and Young Thug with 6lack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/21/2018 • 40 minutes, 9 seconds
Episode 14: Did Cardi Go Too Far with Nicki?
On this week hosts Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno get into the latest with Cardi B and Nicki Minaj, Eminem's surprise album and Drake and Meek Mill's reunion. Bonus segment: Wiz Khalifa defends his right to give his son a normal childhood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/14/2018 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 51 seconds
Episode 13: Nick Cannon Speaks to Azealia Banks Wild n' Out
On this week Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno are joined by special guest Nick Cannon. They get into Birdman issuing an apology to Lil Wayne, Quavo and Azealia Banks' meltdown on the Wild 'n Out set. Bonus segment: Nick Cannon talks about his experience on the set of Spike Lee's 'Chi-raq.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/31/2018 • 49 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode 12: The Nicki Minaj Episode
On this week of Every Day Struggle, Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno get into the drama surrounding Nicki Minaj and Travis Scott, and review 'Slime Language,' from Young Thug. Bonus segment: who is the best contemporary hip hop duo? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/24/2018 • 43 minutes, 46 seconds
Episode 11: Was Cardi B's Career Bought?
On this week of Every Day Struggle, Nadeksa, DJ Akademiks and Wayno get into the ugly rumors Nicki Minaj's ex-boyfriend, Safaree, spread about her. Bonus segment: Did Nicki Minaj and Cardi B's record label buy their career? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/17/2018 • 36 minutes, 13 seconds
Episode 10: Our Dream Cypher Bracket
On this week's roundup Nadeska, DJ Akademiks, and Wayno review Travis Scott's new project 'Astroworld,' have a discussion with YG on Colin Kaepernick, and look back on Kanye West's 'Watch the Throne' which turned 7 this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/10/2018 • 41 minutes, 49 seconds
Episode 9: Lil Uzi vs. Heaven's Gate
On this week's roundup, Every Day Struggle catch up on Vic Mensa vs. Tekashi 69, the murder charges against Texas rapper Tay-K, and Lyor Cohen's Breakfast Club Interview. Bonus segment: Lil Uzi has been known to use satanic imagery and references in his work but this week he really crossed a line when he revealed new artwork that pissed off members of a former cult known as 'Heaven's Gate' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/3/2018 • 44 minutes, 7 seconds
Episode 8: What's Behind Tekashi 69's Kidnapping?
On this week, Every Day Struggle question Tekashi 69's kidnapping, clear the air with special guest, Russ, and speak with Florida rapper Denzel Curry about his new project 'TA1300.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/27/2018 • 44 minutes, 13 seconds
Episode 7: Should Tory Lanez make a Latin Trap album?
On this week's episode Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno discuss the Drake-Pusha T beef with Quentin Miller, review Chance the Rapper's new songs, and debate whether Young Thug can take credit for paving the way for male rappers to gender-bend. Bonus segment: Tory Lanez has an upcoming Spanish-language album, 'El Agua.' Is this a good move? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/20/2018 • 35 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 6: Drake Fires Shots at Kanye
This week Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno review Future's mixtape, the Kanye-Drake beef, and the benefits and challenges of artist-manager relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/13/2018 • 32 minutes, 1 second
Episode 5: Did Drake Live Up to the Hype?
On this week Nadeska, Wayno and DJ Akademiks review Drake's, 'Scorpion,' XXXTentacion's video, 'Sad,' and they revisit Kendrick Lamar's 2011 album 'Section.80.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/5/2018 • 43 minutes, 3 seconds
Episode 4: Will Black Fans Abandon Kanye?
On this week, the crew get into Meek Mill's big performance at the BET Awards, Drake's Scorpion Billboards and the NYT's interview with Kanye West. Bonus segment: DJ Akademics and Wayno debate Chance the Rapper's new collaboration with Kanye West and Childish Gambino. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/29/2018 • 38 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode 3: 'Yeezus' Turns 5 Years Old
On this week of Every Day Struggle, Nadeska, Wayno and DJ Akademiks mourn the death of XXXTentacion, discuss the 5-year anniversary of 'Yeezus,' and they collect more material on the Pusha T - Drake beef. Bonus segment: All Kanye West's albums ranked. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/22/2018 • 36 minutes, 37 seconds
Episode 2: Is Lil Wayne's 'The Carter III' a Classic Album'?
On this week, the crew get into Lil Wayne's settlement with Cash Money Records, look back on 'The Carter III' album, and debate XXL's 2018 Freshman List. Plus a bonus segment where Nadeska, DJ Akademics and Wayno debate The Game's 2005 album, 'The Documentary.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/15/2018 • 46 minutes, 19 seconds
Episode 1: Who Won the Drake vs. Pusha T Beef?
On this week of Every Day Struggle, Nadeska, DJ Akademiks and Wayno discuss whether Drake and Pusha T's beef has finally come to a close? They review Kayne's new album,'Ye,' and go over Lil Uzi's confrontation with Rich the Kid. They then get into Akademiks vs. XXL and look back at Young Thug's career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/8/2018 • 39 minutes, 11 seconds
Trailer Episode
"Everyday Struggle: Weekly Edition" launches June 8th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
