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Hip 2 Da Games 19 Media Group
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5.0 • 7 Ratings
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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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An Inside Look at New Hip-Hop Documentary "Tale of the Tape" ft. Malik Buie
In this episode, Desmond is joined by Malik Buie, director of the newest Hip-Hop documentary "Tale of the Tape" from Red Summer TV. Malik offers a behind the scenes look at the decade-long filming process, discusses the importance of creating a documentary focused on DJs, shares what he believes the future of the mixtape might look like, & more.
Thank you for your support! GO WATCH TALE OF THE TAPE! - Dez
Watch Tale of the Tape HERE
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Kendrick vs. J. Cole, AI in Rap/Hip-Hop, & Updated NBA First Round Thoughts
This week, Desmond finally gives his take on the recent Kendrick Lamar vs. J. Cole battle and how he believes J. Cole's controversial decision to fall back was bigger than Hip-Hop. Additionally, Dez talks about the use of AI in Rap/Hip-Hop after hearing Drake's "Taylor Made Freestyle" and shares some brief, updated thoughts on the NBA's first round Playoff matchups (*for games played before 4/28*).
Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez
This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with:
NBA Store/Fanatics
Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG
Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games:
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https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1
Connect with Desmond:
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2024 Playoffs: Pelicans Are Sleepers, Clippers vs. Mavs Trilogy, & The Celtics' Chase for a Chip
Ahead of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, Desmond shares his thoughts on how the Pelicans might be sleeper contenders this year, how the Clippers vs. Mavericks series could be the best of all the first round series, and why this year's Boston Celtics Playoff run is the most important one of the Jayson Tatum era.
Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez
This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with:
NBA Store/Fanatics
Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG
Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games:
https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
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https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1
Connect with Desmond:
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https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09
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Song Breakdown #15: "The Way I Am" by Eminem
Desmond returns this week breaking down "The Way I Am" by the Detroit legend, Eminem, off his third studio album "The Marshall Mathers LP." Dez details Eminem's signature fundamental-yet-complex rhyme pattern featured throughout the song and uncovers the song's passionate lyrics and themes that revolve around peace, forgiveness, and identity.
Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! - Dez
Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games:
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https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1
Connect with Desmond:
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Nelly Says His Era Was The Toughest EVER, Youngins Are Done With The 90s, & The WCF Race
Today, Desmond returns with his thoughts on Nelly saying his era of Rap/Hip-Hop from 1999-2008 was the toughest ever, the new "done with the 90s" NBA trend, and what makes the Timberwolves, Thunder, & Nuggets Western Conference Finals threats.
Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thanks for your support! - Dez
This episode is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with:
NBA Store/Fanatics
Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for authentic NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG
Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games:
https://instagram.com/hip2dagames?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://twitter.com/hip2dagames?t=dME3xHR59c3P0rbbrbJdSg&s=09
https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1
Connect with Desmond:
https://instagram.com/desmondpowell_?igshid=ODM2MWFjZDg=
https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09
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Ullnevano Previews New Album CONCORDS
In today's episode, Desmond welcomes back Baltimore emcee Ullnevano to preview his newest album Concords produced by Logic Marselis. Dez lets Neva give some insight on his growth as an artist, his goals for the album, why he feels Concords is his best work yet, & much more.
Enjoy and share your thoughts! Thank you for your support! GO LISTEN TO CONCORDS!!! - Dez
This episode of Hip 2 Da Games is brought to you by 19 Media Group in partnership with:
NBA Store/Fanatics
Rep your home team by visiting the ultimate destination for NBA gear! H2DG is working in affiliation with the NBA Store/Fanatics and will be compensated for your patronage by utilizing the link here: http://nbastore.vwz6.net/H2DG
Listen to CONCORDS: https://magnetikmoments.bandcamp.com/music
Keep up with all things Hip 2 Da Games:
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https://www.tiktok.com/@hip2dagames?_t=8bPuRJ7I4Bm&_r=1
Connect with Desmond:
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https://twitter.com/desmondpowell_?t=ztqxON3gAWmeVTv7gU2xwQ&s=09
Connect with Ullnevano:
https://www.instagram.com/ullnevanohiphop?igsh=MTlma3Z3eWZrZjdldQ==
https://twitter.com/ullnevanohiphop?t=nMoZPSNvJrSb_IMsApvdzQ&s=09
REPRESENT THE H2DG LIFESTYLE! https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com/hip+2+da+games+alternate+logo?idea=631a866ea7e9275a6f9af96c&color=black
Customer Reviews
Des is THAT dude!
Desmond produces such creative, relatable content! He has truly blended two of my biggest passions into a podcast. Consider me a fan!
Enjoyable and Relatable
It’s nice to hear a young man enjoying what he loves with passion, determination, and relatability! So much that you just want to keep listening!
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