Episodes

  • Keeping Your Name Clean in the Internet Era

    Keeping Your Name Clean in the Internet Era
    May 30 2026
    MC Eiht and Norm Steele are talking defamation lawsuits, freedom of speech, and protecting your reputation in the social media era. They discuss how celebrity culture has changed, the impact of internet rumors, fan interactions, and whether suing over false accusations is justified. The conversation also dives into success, work ethic, financial discipline, the realities of the music business, and why building wealth is about more than fame. Plus, MC Eiht shares insights on royalties, longevity, and staying focused on what matters most.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Nickles and Dimes (with Glasses Malone)

    Nickles and Dimes (with Glasses Malone)
    May 21 2026

    Surprise guest Glasses Malone falls through, and discuss shifting podcast formats toward limited series and more story-driven content. They critique today’s culture as manufactured, driven by false narratives and social-media follower “disconnect,” arguing microphones and screens reduce accountability and push people to perform rather than be themselves. Norm recounts arriving broke to Long Beach in 1990 via Greyhound, the shock of gang politics around Long Beach City College football, early hustling on Anaheim and Ohio, and learning neighborhood rules. They share memories of early Long Beach rap buz, honoring legacy artists like Ice-T and LL Cool J, supporting TDE’s long grind, the Power 106 era and Julio G, and a plan to build 3140 TV to better control narratives and restore hip-hop as a boutique cultural product, and asks the question...When did people become so plastic?

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • JT the Bigga Figga Breaks Down the Independent Grind, Master P Era Stories & How to Level Up Your Hustle

    JT the Bigga Figga Breaks Down the Independent Grind, Master P Era Stories & How to Level Up Your Hustle
    May 7 2026
    This week on Gangster Chronicles, we tap in with a true West Coast pioneer — JT the Bigga Figga. Straight out of San Francisco, JT breaks down the blueprint behind his independent grind and how he turned hustle into legacy. From dropping game on leveling up your business mindset to navigating the music industry without handouts, this episode is packed with gems for anybody serious about getting to it. We also go back to the early days with Master P, where JT shares untold stories about the independent rap explosion and the moves that helped shape an era. 💼 Real hustle talk 🎤 Untold industry history 🔥 Game you can apply TODAY If you’re trying to elevate your mindset, your money, and your moves… this is one you don’t skip.

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    49 mins
  • Mopreme Shakur Breaks Silence on Tupac’s Death, Puffy, FBI & “This Thug’s Life”

    Mopreme Shakur Breaks Silence on Tupac’s Death, Puffy, FBI & “This Thug’s Life”
    Apr 23 2026

    In this exclusive interview, Mopreme Shakur opens up like never before.

    We dive deep into the revolutionary legacy of his father, Mutulu Shakur, his lifelong impact on the fight for Black liberation, and the powerful influence of his brother, the late icon Tupac Shakur.

    Mopreme speaks candidly about the ongoing questions surrounding Tupac’s death, the conspiracy theories that have never faded, and why he believes both the U.S. government and Sean Combs (aka Puffy) deserve deeper scrutiny.

    We also discuss Mopreme’s new book, This Thug’s Life, where he shares personal stories, truths from the streets, and reflections on growing up inside a family that changed the world.

    This conversation is raw, honest, and unapologetic.

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    👉 This Thug’s Life by Mopreme Shakur:
    https://www.amazon.com/s?k=this+thugs+life+mopreme+shakur

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    56 mins
  • Bishop Lamont Says The Industry Is Programming The Masses

    Bishop Lamont Says The Industry Is Programming The Masses
    Apr 16 2026
    In this episode, I sit down with Bishop Lamont for a deep, unfiltered conversation about the reality of the music business and the forces operating behind the scenes. Bishop opens up about his experience being signed to Dr. Dre, the highs and lows of navigating an industry filled with politics, agendas, and fake relationships. We dive into how music and media are used to shape culture and influence the minds of the masses — from industry pressure to the idea of psychological programming and MK-Ultra. Bishop also breaks down his new album “Just Don’t Die”, his journey of staying authentic in a business that often rewards conformity, and why he continues to push forward despite the obstacles. This is a raw, thought-provoking discussion about art, power, influence, and survival in an industry built on illusion. 🔥 Get Bishop Lamont’s new album “Just Don’t Die” at: www.therevindicated.com

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Rob T Talk's Crazy Tunes (RIP). Jazzy Dee, Prison & More

    Rob T Talk's Crazy Tunes (RIP). Jazzy Dee, Prison & More
    Mar 27 2026

    We kicked it with the homie Rob T and went down memory lane and had a dope conversation. Press Play.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Crip Mac talk's, prison, mental health, Trump, hip hop, fatherhood

    Crip Mac talk's, prison, mental health, Trump, hip hop, fatherhood
    Mar 20 2026

    In this powerful and unfiltered interview, we sit down with Crip Mac for one of his most honest conversations yet. We talk about his time spent in lock up, becoming a new father, his Top 5 rappers of all time, and his controversial “Top 5 Tap Out List.” Crip Mac also opens up about his thoughts on President Trump, how he feels he’s been taken advantage of in the industry, and the realities of internet fame.

    This conversation goes deeper than entertainment. We also discuss Crip Mac’s struggles with mental illness, why he refuses medication, and his deep love and compassion for the homeless community — a side of him the internet rarely sees. This is a conversation about accountability, empathy, growth, and understanding the man behind the viral moments.

    If you or someone you know is struggling with mental illness, you are not alone. Help is available.
    Call or text 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (USA)

    This is a conversation the internet needs to hear.

    Topics Covered:

    • Crip Mac prison story
    • Crip Mac Top 5 rappers
    • Crip Mac Tap Out List
    • Fatherhood and changing priorities
    • Crip Mac on Donald Trump
    • Being used and exploited in the industry
    • Mental health in the Black community
    • Why he refuses medication
    • His love for the homeless
    • Street fame vs real life

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • MC Eiht: I'm Ready To Move On From Rap

    MC Eiht: I'm Ready To Move On From Rap
    Mar 14 2026

    Steele and Eiht chop it up about moving on from hip hop and ask is everyone has a price?

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    59 mins