Episodes
​Please listen to the PSA from Combat Jack explaining his absence on this episode. On this special live audience taping of The Combat Jack Show, our special guest was Reggie Noble aka Redman and guest hosting was an honorable member of the show, Just Blaze. Red came by to talk about his new VH1 show Scared Famous, the status of Muddy Waters Too, Hollywood, his thoughts on the new era of rappers and much more. Scared Famous debuts on VH1 October 23rd. Hit that play button and learn...
Published 10/23/17
On the eve of the release of the Wu's latest album, RZA and super producer Mathematics stop by to discuss how the collective came together for the project, the origins of the WU symbol and living the vegan lifestyle.
Published 10/17/17
Hosted by Tai Saint-Louis (@SaintBoogie) we present the Loud Speakers Network panel live from A3C. On the panel we have Ed Lover, Angela Rye, Combat Jack and Premium Pete discussing how they entered podcasting and the business behind it.
Published 10/10/17
On this episode, we’re taking it to the East Side of Chicago with young rap star G Herbo. The 21 Year old walks us through his journey growing up in “terror town”, witnessing a murder at 8yes old, PTSD, getting co-signs from the likes of Common and Drake, his influences, his relationship with Lil Bibby, Nicki Minaj and so much more. Herbo is wise beyond his years. His new album “Humble Beast” is available at all digital retailers. #RaiseTheBar
Published 10/03/17
On this episode we take down to Memphis with the founder and 1/3 of the Three 6 Mafia, DJ Paul. He’s talking early influences, George Clooney, making $50k while in High School, Juicy J, beef with Yo Gotti, Hustle and Flow, producing EDM and much more. Hit that olay button and #RaiseTheBar
Published 09/27/17
On this episode.. it's the return of Wyclef Jean. The "Haitian Elvis" talks about his new album 'Carnival lll", acting, fitness, immigration in America, deportation, eating dirt in Haiti, his desire to be a gangster as a youth, prison reform, The Fugees an tons more. Hit that play button and #RaiseTheBar. "Carnival III" is available on all digital retailers. Hosted by @Combat_Jack & @Its_Aking Produced by @JonathanMena Photography by @brotha_kristufar Twitter/IG @combatjackshow Apple...
Published 09/19/17
In this episode Adam22 stops by to discuss scamming, podcasting and threesomes. Lena The Plug also stops by too. Press play and enjoy. Hosted by @Combat_Jack & @Its_Aking Produced by @JonathanMena Photography by @brotha_kristufar Twitter/IG @combatjackshow Make sure to Subscribe, Rate and Comment on all these accounts. Apple...
Published 09/12/17
This episode was a long time in the making. We sat down with industry executive Steve Lobel. He's talking everything from his early days coming up with Run DMC, Russell Simmons, Easy E, managing the iconic Bone Thugz N Harmony, Nipsey Hustle, newcomer Casanova and much more. Steve's continued legacy is too much to list here, just hit that play button and #RaiseTheBar
Published 09/06/17
On this Ep we kick it with ESPN Sports commentator and host Bomani Jones. He discussed he departure from "Highly Questionable", transitioning into his new untitled ESPN show (Jan '18), his Twitter clap back skills, his views on the state of America and much more. As always, please rate, subscribe, comment and share. #RaiseTheBar Please go to https://www.gofundme.com/4a1ziww to help our west coast bro @mistermorris55
Published 08/22/17
On this episode of we take it down to the 305 and chop it up with hitmaker Ace Hood. We're talking the ups and downs throughout his continuing journey, his stint with We The Best Music, his relationship with DJ Khaled, finding his balance through Yoga and meditation, being independent and much more. Also, Combat goes in his bag about the recent situations in this country with your president. You know the deal, hit that play button and #RaiseTheBar.
Published 08/16/17
On this Ep we bring to you 1/3rd of the classic and legendary group The Fugees, Pras. We're talking early beginnings, the original fourth member, the lows and highs, the split, individual successes, will there ever be another group album and so much more. Sit back and hug that play button. This is one of those classic episodes. Sak Passe. #RaiseTheBar
Published 08/08/17
The Rob Markman Episode "Write To Dream" by The Combat Jack Show
Published 08/01/17
We're baaaaack! Your favorite Podcast's, favorite Podcast is back after a brief albeit needed time off. We take it to the Chi and chop it up with TWISTA! He's talking his early childhood in the Chi, his inspiration to rap, origins of his name, Kanye, Jay, rap beef with other rap legends, new music and much more. TWISTA's new LP "Cook County" is available now. #RaiseTheBar CHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE PAGE AT WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/LOUDSPEAKERSNETWORK
Published 07/18/17
On this special episode we head to the beautiful city of Los Angeles for a LIVE taping with one of the most sought after producer's in music..Mike Will Made It. Mike opens up about his journey past, present and future. Man, this is a good one. This episode is powered by @ExperienceAcid. #RaiseTheBar Special thank you to Bar Nine make sure you visit them and try their coffee. 3515 Helms Ave, Culver City, CA 90232 @BarNineLA
Published 06/27/17
Listen to Mogul: The Life & Death of Chris Lighty on Apple Podcasts and make sure you subscribe, rate and comment. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mogul-the-life-and-death-of-chris-lighty/id1247146656?mt=2 On this episode of Combat Jack Show we sit down with Loud Speakers Network own Chris Morrow and Gimlet Media's Matthew Nelson to have a roundtable discussion about the creation of Mogul: The Life and Death of Chris Lighty. Mogul is available on Apple Podcasts and other streaming...
Published 06/20/17
On this episode we sit down with Directors LT Hutton and Benny Boom. They talk about their new film 'All Eyes On Me', the process of black films in Hollywood, the journey of making AEOM, the legacy of Tupac and so much more. The must see 'All Eyes On Me' hits theaters June 16th. Hit that play button and #RaiseTheBar
Published 06/12/17
On this episode of the Combat Jack Show we bring to you Loud Speakers Networks own, Jeff and Eric Rosenthal aka ItsTheReal from A Waste of Time podcast. They sit down with us and discuss their tenure in the podcast game, TV venture, their newly released LP, Teddy Bear Fresh and more. Hit that play button because Eric and Jeff said so. #RaiseTheBar Get Teddy bear Fresh on...
Published 06/06/17
On this episode we take our talents down to Atlanta for a live show featuring Organized Noize. They're talking early origins of Outkast, Dungeon Family, the relationships with Diddy, Jermaine Dupri, LA Reid, TLC, Future and so much more. This episode is powered by Acid Cigars (@experienceacid). Hit that play button and..#RaiseTheBar
Published 05/30/17
On this episode we sit down with Director/Film-maker Justin Simien and leading actress Logan Browning from the Netflix series "Dear White People". We're talking race in America, your president, blacks in Hollywood and much more. #RaiseTheBar
Published 05/23/17
On this episode we welcome Jamilah Lemieux back to the Combat Jack Show. Jamilah brings us up to date with her new venture, CassiusLife and what she's plotting for the future. We're also talking politics, love, the feminist movement and so much more. #RaiseTheBar
Published 05/16/17
On this episode we welcome back the esteemed A&R aficionado, Mr. Dante Ross. Dante talks to us about his early days becoming the first hip hop A&R, signing Queen Latifah, working with ATCQ, Busta Ryhmes, Russel Simmons, Lyon Cohen, MF Doom and so much more. Dante also talks about what he's been up to of late working with some of the the new artists like Ugly God and Lil Dicky etc. Hit that play button and #RaiseTheBar
Published 05/10/17
On this episode of the Combat Jack Show we take it down I-95 South to Durham, North Carolina for the 1st Annual Art of Cool Festival. Our guests were supposed to be Professor Mark Anthony Neal and the GOAT Rakim but due to some unforeseen circumstances the "god mc" had to cancel. However, 9th Wonder joined the discussion and it was one to remember. So hit play and #RaiseTheBar. Let us know what you think of this episode by tweeting @CombatJackShow or hit up the hotline at 347-746-2080.
Published 05/02/17
In this episode we sit down with culture critic, human Hip-Hop Smithsonian, founder of IllDoctrine and the longest radio show (Underground Railroad) Mr. Jay Smooth. He's talking early beginnings, Stretch and Bobbito, the issue of race in America, the evolution of hip-hop, coping with a recent tragedy and much much more. Internets, you know how we do! #RaiseTheBar
Published 04/26/17
On this episode we bring you The Return Charlamagne The God. We sit down and talk Black Privilege, White Privilege, his ascension to being the "King of All Media", his Brilliant Idiots podcast, his father's teachings, being woke and much more. This is definitely one of our best episodes thus far. Charlamagne's new book: "Black Privilege: Opportunity Comes to Those Who Create It" will be available 4/18 on all print and digital retailers. #RaiseTheBar
Published 04/13/17
On this episode we bring to you another check mark from our "to get" list. All the way from the mid-west, this Minnesota native shares his story from being in the rap game for 17 plus years, his Muslim faith, Trump era politics, his plans for the future and much more. This is one of those classic discussions that you love to hear. We present to you Brother Ali. His new album "All The Bèauty In This Whole Life" drops May 5th. #RaiseTheBar
Published 04/04/17