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This week My Mic Sounds Nice discusses Jay Z vs. Artificial Intelligence and the Tennesee legislative body vs. the constituents! Computers are out in these streets impersonating stars. What's an artist to do? My Mic Sounds Nice knows. Looking for Republican racism? Well, as Arrested Development said, "he guided me to Tennessee." And there we found two brothers removed against their constituent's wishes. What part of the game is that? MMSN investigates.

It Takes A Nation of Millions vs. Illmatic vs. Black On Both Sides! If you could only own one? Which would you keep/ If you had to borrow or destroy one of the remaining classics, what would you do? What could you live without? Well, MMSN weighed in, and some of our choices will surprise you! You might agree or think we are just nuts! Either way, check out what we said and let us know what options you would make!#MMSN #mymicsoundsnice #buyborroworburn 

Two black QBs in the Super Bowl for the very first time. Have we finally crossed to a true meritocracy, or does black QB bias still live in the NFL? We discuss, debate and direct the situation.And NBA YoungBoy has  a change of hearty on his violent lyrics. Is it cap, is it real, does it even matter, or can his words impact his HUGE following, MMSN explores.

Here we are once again! Sadly, MMSN is forced to deal with another police brutality tragedy. In Memphis the tragic and brutal murder of Tyre Nichols mere feet from his home compelled us to bare our hearts, voice our frustrations, thoughts, and ideas on what this all means  - and what should we do about it. 

Deion Sanders left, Brittney Griner came home, and the holidays are here! This season is a time for joy, sadness, and reflection, and MMSN is here for it all! While the holidays are typically a celebration, they can also be a time of sorrow and depression. We jump in on the duality of the holidays and how to handle the tough times and the good. We examine whether Deion left Jackson State too soon. And question why Brittney Griner's release was a divisive issue for some. We break it all down in the latest episode, Who Won the Trade? 

The US government negotiated Brittney Griner's release after ten months of Russian captivity. But of course, in America, even this happy story had distractors. But Brittney is home, and MMSN celebrates her return. We examine the larger political picture and discuss how other parties may have benefitted from her release. Check out this segment on Griner from the upcoming episode Who Won the Trade? 

Deion Sanders moves on from Jackson St. to the University of Colorado. Was it the right move at the right time? Should he have waited? Were there better opportunities available for him out there? Does this hurt Jackson St.? MMSN gets into a fierce debate over his departure. Check out this segment on Sanders from the upcoming episode Who Won the Trade? 

The Holidays can be a great time for most, but not for everyone.  Mental health issues can be real during the holidays! So check out this snippet of MMSN's  latest podcast as we tackle the  holidays and mental health issues.  And look for the complete show Who Won the Trade?   coming soon. 

Kyrie Irving's recent NBA suspension and the tragic death of Migos member Takeoff have MMSN asking questions about what is going on and why? Are Irving's obvious mistakes missteps, or is he actually anti-semitic? Another rapper dead by gun violence, Takeoff's loss leaves the hip-hop community with a heavy heart and more frustrating feelings than we know what to do with. MMSN explores the impact of it all and what, if anything, can be done about it.  

Tom Foolery in the Supreme Court! Roe V. Wade is dead, and open carry comes to New York State? A state in which most citizens want more gun reform laws, not less. The Court obviously isn't in touch with the people its rulings affect. My Mic Sounds Nice sounds off on the changing state of our nation! 

Who decides what music is true hip hop? Who determines who can write books about hip hop culture? And who decides that lyrics are factual statements suitable for usage in a court of law. Well this week we delve into three separate situations that prompted us to discuss and weigh in on these questions. Join us this week, and let us know what you think! #DJKHALED #TylertheCreator #hiphoppolice #MMSN #MyMicSoundsNice 

My Mic Sounds Nice has turned our love for music into fun, short episodes where we argue over 3  random great albums and where they stack up in comparison to each other! Which is worthy of buying, which is good enough to borrow, and which one of the three would you burn if you had to! Since we only pick great music the choice is never easy. Join us as we may make a case for burning your favorite album! And when your done listening please leave in the comment section what you would do with the three albums. #MMSN #BDP #BLACKSTAR #THEROOTS

Ryan Coogler wanted into a bank, and experienced the phenomenon "banking while black." Almost arrested for trying to withdraw his own money, Coogler became the latest victim of this underreported yet common occurrence. My Mic Sounds Nice goes banking and deposits some thoughts on the problem.  New NYC Mayor Eric Adams is off to a fast start, implementing familiar changes in combating crime. Tough on crime has always worked politically but failed miserably in practice. Is Adams returning to the good old '90s? Is it Guliani time 2.0? We dig in.  

Will Smith slapped Chris Rock Sunday night and the world stopped spinning and the internet broke! Folks have come to Will's defense, some have taken him to task, and few have expressed concern for Chris Rock.  MMSN has some strong thoughts on this debacle, join us, and let us know in the comments what your thoughts are!

The NBA. 75 years of competition, consolidation, and expansion. In celebration of turning 75 years young, the league has immortalized its 75 greatest players. Unfortunately, in the process, they snubbed a serious group of hall of famers that will leave you forever confused. My Mic Sounds Nice breaks down the list and weighs in on who does and does not belong, who is ranked too high and ranked too low. Join us, and share in the comments what you agree with, what we got wrong, and what you think we missed!  AND... The legendary rock n roll hall of fame, hip hop icon Chuck D has created a new audiobook, "Songs that Shook the Planet." From Sam Cooke's" A Change is Gonna Come" to Billie Holiday's "Strange Fruit" to Too Short's "In the Ghetto." MMSN examines these classics and what songs "shook our planet" over the years.  #NBA75 #NBA #ChuckD #MMSNpodcast. 

 The Arbery family's misery continues as Ahmaud Arbery killer's limitless audacity was on full display as they tried to dictate where they would serve their prison sentences. MMSN unpack their motivations, the family reaction, and ultimately what it all means. Despite blatant medical misinformation rants and sporadic racist tropes, Spotify's 100 million dollar train - the Joe Rogan Express - is squarely on its tracks. We discuss the merits of that situation, the nationwide book-burning phenomenon, and Eric Adams, the NYC Mayor, recent call, with the help of all SM companies  - of course, to cancel Drill  Music.  Join us as we dig in!

Dr. Dre brought a future Rock -n- Roll hall of fame lineup to the 2022 Super Bowl halftime show. Eminem, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Mary J. Blige, Anderson Paak, and Kendrick Lamar all performed, strategically placed on a gigantic multi-stage set.  My Mic Sounds Nice weighs in on the show.  Who really delivered, who didn't, and the hidden protests to NFL objections that you likely missed.

The recent line of duty killings of two New York City police officers rocked the city and alarmed the nation, highlighting the recent increase of violence against police officers. My Mic Sounds Nice  weighs in, seeking answers as to what is behind the wave.  And would you volunteer to work for 72 hours without any pay? Well the NFL is asking some of the halftime dancers to do just that on the upcoming Superbowl Sunday.  Has the league crossed the line again, or is this standard operating procedure. We will break down the who, what and  why of the matter,  

The year 2022 is here! And MY Mic Sounds Nice has had its first birthday,  turning one year old at the start of the New Year! In celebration, we looked back at 2021, covering the biggest headline stories AND the issues that personally resonated with us. We cover the 2021 gamut- from the absurdities of the milk crate challenge to the rise in homicide rates. So join us as we look back at a crazy year full of political strife, coronavirus  variants and Tik Tok .

The year 2022 is here! And MY Mic Sounds Nice has had its first birthday,  turning one year old at the start of the New Year! In celebration, we looked back at 2021, covering the biggest headline stories - and the issues that personally resonated with us.  From the Jan 6th capitol insurrection, to critical race theory distoriton, coronavirus variants, and the trial and conviction of Derrick Chauvin - we cover it all.  Join us on our birthday episode and look back at the cray cray that was 2021.