People Just Do Nothing's MC Grindah aka Allan 'Seapa' Mustafa joins us in the HHSML studio. Hold tight! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rag’n’Bone Man joins Romesh, Rumaj and DJ Martin 2 Smoove for a live edition of the podcast at The Theatre Royal Brighton. Recorded on 13th April 2019 as part of the WAVE Podcast Festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bestselling author Angie Thomas joins Romesh and Rumaj for a chat about her life-long love of hip hop and its influence on her latest book On The Come Up. Oh, and she’s got beef with Drake. Get listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, the one and only Jamie Redknapp joins Romesh & Rumaj in the studio. It's a banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stand-up comedian and Quotas Full podcast host Kae Kurd joins Romesh and Rumaj for our first episode of 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our biggest live episode yet, Romesh and Rumaj are joined on stage by the one and only Professor Green - and also get a FaceTime call from Hip Hop legend Chuck D!An HHSML Christmas special held in aid of CALM at the Indigo O2 on 19th December 2018.Big thanks to all the performers on the night - Martin 2 Smoove, Barney Artist, CASisDEAD, Professor Green, Dream Mclean and DJ Yoda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New edition of HHSML Live with Romesh, Rumaj, DJ Yoda and special guest Dirty Dike. It's a banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bonus episode! Featuring an extract from Romesh’s new book Straight Outta Crawley. In this chapter, we hear all about his lifelong obsession with Hip Hop and also get a bit of background on how the podcast started.If you like what you hear, check out the link below to pick up a copy.https://www.waterstones.com/book/straight-outta-crawley/romesh-ranganathan/9780593078259 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

North London rapper and DIY music star Jimothy joins Romesh and Rumaj to chat about making beats, fashion brands, never remembering track titles and why cats are better than dogs. Everything Is Getting Quite Exciting! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Goodwin aka ExP from West Yorkshire rap crew Flame Griller joins Romesh in Part 2 of our special double episode for a one-on-one chat about all things Hip Hop and his latest solo album, Remarkable/Unremarkable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We bring you a special double episode this week. First up, we're honoured to have an independent US Hip Hop legend join us - the one and only Murs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is one big episode! For our second live edition of the podcast, Romesh, Rumaj, Ben Green and DJ Martin2Smoove are joined on stage by the godfather of UK Hip Hop himself - Rodney P. Recorded on 27th September 2018 at The Moth Club in Hackney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The multi-talented Jacob Anderson - aka Raleigh Ritchie - joins us to chat about his acting and music careers, Will Smith, backpacker hip hop and The College Dropout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're joined by Mo' Wax and UNKLE founder James Lavelle. Yes mate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HHSML Ep 60 features musical comedian Jenny Bede. We discuss Nicky Minaj, Jay Z, Roseanne and Cross Stitch. It’s a banger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This weeks guest, Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo, chats Tribe, Lauryn, Cardi, interviewing Jay-Z and much much more. Double R What?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Romesh and Rumaj are back! This week they're joined by the UK rapper and 'lyrical legend' Snowy Danger. Hold on tight... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Romesh presents a solo mini episode from his garage where he answers some of your email questions and talks about the new releases he's listening to. This episode is brought you by the new Spike Lee movie BlacKkKlansman - out in cinemas on 24th August. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor and former grime artist Kiell Smith-Bynoe joins Romesh & Rumaj in the studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Marlon Davis joins Rom and Rupert to chat Biggie, Tupac, Kanye and being introduced to some pretty tasty language thanks to NWA at the age of 7. Don't forget to send your track recommendations to: romesh88@hotmail.com @romeshranga @HHSMLpodcastAnd big thanks to the Radio Wolfgang team for studio assistance and to @Marlon_Davis for dropping by for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Romesh and Ru-Maj are reunited as Jordan Stephens drops by the studio for a chat about Jurassic 5, Pharoahe Monch, Eminem, appearing in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and the current disregard for lyricism in hip hop.Formerly one half of Rizzle Kicks, Jordan's releasing new music under the name Al the Native, with an album coming out soon.Romesh Recommends: Book of Ryan by Royce da 5'9". Give it a listen and thanks to everyone that's emailed in with their recommendation.Keep them coming romesh88@hotmail.com @romeshranga @HHSMLpodcastBig thanks to the Radio Wolfgang team for studio assistance and to @althenative for dropping in for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Jamali Maddix steps into the studio to chat about meeting and working with Sway, the Nas track that introduced him to hip hop, Wu-Tang, GZA and MF Doom. Romesh's Recommendations for this episode are: The Lost Scrolls V2 by Slum Village and Planet by Tech N9ne.Talk to us @HHSMLpodcast @romeshranga @jamalimaddix. No, really, do it mate. Keep up to date with what Jamali's up to at jamalimaddix.com/live and check out his show Hate Thy Neighbour on viceland.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Green steps in for Ru-Maj this episode as Sara Pascoe joins Romesh to chat J. Cole, Cardi B and Drake.Romesh has three recommendations for this episode: Pookie Baby by Prof, Murs' A Strange Journey Into The Unimaginable and Bobby Tarantino by Logic.Talk to us @HHSMLpodcast @romeshranga @sarapascoe.Keep up to date with what Sara's up to at sarapascoe.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian and writer, Sarah Callaghan, joins Romesh and Ru-Maj to chat Kendrick Lamar's back catalogue, Drake, J Cole and Snoop Dogg.. amongst other tangents!Romesh's Recommendation for this episode is: Czarface and Doom Huge thanks to @sarahecallaghan and Radio Wolfgang for studio assistance. Keep up to date with what Sarah's up to via sarahcallaghan.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Absolutely delighted to welcome broadcaster, actor and documentary maker, Reggie Yates, to the podcast at long last. Reggie chats about growing up in a very musically eclectic household, being immediately drawn in by hip hop and its culture from a young age, Dr Dre's Aftermath and Jay Z's Reasonable Doubt. Romesh's Recommendation for this episode is: Sean Price - Imperious Rex. Check out Reggie's own podcast, Talk Stew via your podcast app and give him a follow @REGYATES. Huge thanks to Reggie for coming on and a big shout out to Radio Wolfgang for studio assistance.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mr B - aka Jim Burke - chats about everything from his deep love for hip hop, his early career in Brit-pop band Collapsed Lung, the evolution of Mr B Gentleman Rhymer and his niche Chap-Hop sound to the skill of writing hip hop parodies. Find @gentlemanrhymer @RomeshRanga @rupertmajendie @HHSMLpodcast. Shout out to Radio Wolfgang for letting us use their studio for this recording.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British hip hop musician, Ty, joins Romesh and Ru-maj on stage at the Moth Club in Hackney for our first ever Hip Hop Saved My Life LIVE event. In this extended episode, Ty shares the story of how a school concert and a xylophone kickstarted his love of hip hop and why playing Public Enemy to his parents as a kid became a major turning point in his life. This episode was recorded on the 8th Feb 2018. Big thanks to The Moth Club, DJ Martin 2 Smoove, DJ Yoda for his live set on the night and all you listeners that made it down to the show.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In honour of the release of Marvel's Black Panther movie and the hotly anticipated Kendrick Lamar curated accompanying album, Romesh and Ru-maj compare notes on who they class as their heroes of hip hop. 'Black Panther: The Album - Music From and Inspired By' features music from Kendrick himself, The Weeknd, Khalid, SZA and more across its 14 tracks.Get in touch and let us know who would make the list for you @HSSMLpodcast @romeshranga @rupertmajendie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doc Brown steps into the studio to talk about working with Lenny Henry, blending his love and talent for rap with comedy and his all time favourite hip hop albums.Doc started out as an underground rapper on the London's rap battle scene and released his first album in a decade, Stemma, back in 2017. You can find more details at docbrown.co.ukThis episode was brought to you by the movie Black Panther, out Feb 13th in the UK. Go and see it, you won't regret it.Follow @RomeshRanga @rupertmajendie and @HHSMLpod on Twitter.And finally, big ups to Radio Wolfgang for letting us use their studio for this recording. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Romesh and Ru-Maj are reunited at long last as actor and comedian Steve McNeil joins them to retrace his love for hip hop.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Emery is a hip hop writer and journalist. He was the contributing editor of Hip-Hop Connection and founded, edited and published Fat Lace Magazine. Last year Andrew released his new book 'Wiggaz With Attitude: My Life As A Failed White Rapper'. True to his frank and honest style, Andrew joins Romesh to chat about the artists he's had both the pleasure and displeasure to interview over his career. And shares the story about some very choice words he shared with none other than Jay-Z. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Tiernan Douieb joins Romesh for the final episode of 2017, taking us back to 1993 North London and his first introduction to hip hop. The guys discuss why there is no place for autotune in hip hop, guest verses and that distinct West Coast sound.Check out Tiernan's own satirical podcast @ParPolBro on Twitter for links. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Green joins Romesh for a not so festive bonus episode, where they discuss Star Wars, Christmas hip hop songs, Nas and Eminem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The prolific UK music producer and DJ chats to Rom about his career to date and his deep love for a hip hop beat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Executive producer of 'Drop The Mic' and hip hop fanatic, Jensen Karp, joins Romesh for a chat as they discuss how he narrowly missed out on a 1 million dollar record deal with Interscope.Formerly known as the rapper Hot Karl, Jensen is also the author of the book 'Kanye West Owes Me $300'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Romesh is joined by Ben Green as they answer your questions about hip hop.Tweet @RomeshRanga if you've got a question you want answered in another episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That's right, Romesh's mum is the special guest this week as Ben Green and Rom get her to review some tracks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UK Hip Hop legends Dabbla & Ill Man join Romesh & Ben Green (live from LA) for Episode 37 of Hip Hop Saved My Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a brief hiatus, Romesh and Ru-Maj are back with the mighty Adam Buxton as he traces his hip hop influences back to a joyfully odd mix of Kenny Everett and Eric B. & Rakim. Adam shares stories of hanging out with Coolio and the 40 Thevz with his Dad and reviews of his classic 'Help The Police' video.Warning: You may never be able to listen to Joey Bada$$ in the same way again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The head of High Focus Records and one quarter of The Four Owls joins Romesh and Ru-Maj to talk discovering UK Hip Hop, being inspired by Big Pun and his plans for world domination... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DJ MK reveals how he became one of the first UK DJs to release regular mixtapes which became the catalyst for him travelling around the world, meeting Nas and touring with Roots Manuva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 'Verbal Herman Munster' himself steps into the studio to talk about the past and present state of hip hop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The actor and comedian covers skits, Biggie and his favourite gigs as he traces his hip hop influences Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike traces his hip hop influences right back to the classic 80s movie Beat Street, and brings us up to present day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Loyle Carner reveals his hip hop influences and his biggest hip hop gripe: mumble rap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jehst joins Romesh and Jolyon Rubinstein in the studio to talk all things hip hop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mistajam joins Romesh to chat about being on tour with Brand Nubian and the far reaching influences of hip hop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ocean Wisdom joins Romesh in the studio to talk about his hip hop influences, killer hooks and his debut album Chaos 93' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor and writer Asim Chaudhry joins Romesh to chat about everything from his favourite hip hop album to Michael Jackson gifs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedy producer Robert Popper aka 'Bobby P' joins Romesh to chat all things hip hop this week#hiphopsavedmylife #romeshranganathan #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DJ Yoda joins Romesh for Episode 24 of Hip Hop Saved My Life#romeshranganathan #djyoda #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hip hop group The Four Owls join Romesh for this week's episode#hiphopsavedmylife #romeshranganathan #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor, writer & producer Jolyon Rubinstein joins Romesh for this week's episode of Hip Hop Saved my Life#romeshranganathan #jolyonrubinstein #hiphoppodcast #hiphopsavedmylife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Radio presenter Edith Bowman joins Romesh to chat all things hip hop in a live episode of Hip Hop Saved My Life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drum and bass legend Friction joins Romesh for this week's episode of Hip Hop Saved My Life#romeshranganathan #friction #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Suzi Ruffell, official tour support of Romesh, guests on this week's episode#suziruffell #romeshranganathan #hiphopsavedmylife #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.