As the place that birthed Hip-Hop, as well as many of its mainstays, the Empire State was apart of some major moments in 2018, yet it's reign hasn't been quite the same. The times of giants battling for the crown and NY artists essentially running the culture are over, and these days there are plenty of contenders aiming at the throne. Manito & Reaux analyze their hometown and it's champions (or lack thereof), in the quest to find out who's the next King of New York.

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Whole lotta gang sh*t! Gangs can be found all across America, and as Hip-Hop grows as a culture their presence grows in Hip-Hop. Gangster rap was pivotal in strengthening the voice of inner city youth but does come with its share of negative effects on the community. Manito & Reaux look into gang culture in Hip-Hop and the artists that fuel its influence.

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Lets talk about sex baby! Sex has always been a taboo subject, but in Hip-Hop it takes on a life of its own through music, aesthetic & more. From orientation to liberation, Manito & Reaux look into the different aspects of sex in music, and how it influences the artists and songs within it.

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Your favorite podcast tag-team Manito & Reaux tackle artists teaming up in Hip-Hop. A trend that seemed to shift into turbo in 2018, was a massive influx of collaborations resulting in some of the best & worst moments of the year, not to mention rumored albums or ones fans begged for on social media. With more projects said to be in the works, the ladies of On The Regular get to the bottom of all these collab tapes!

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Its been a hot summer and the OTR girls are back! The long days of Summer signaled the half way mark in the year, and came with new memories from our favorites and newcomers alike. As we progress into Fall Manito & Reaux catch up & look back at this Summer’s music and moments in Hip-Hop.

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The make-ups, the break-ups, we all see how relationships have changed an artist and their career, from how they dress to the art they produce. The OTR girls are back with a new episode for the lovers out there discussing the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to love in Hip-Hop.

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Back with a new episode, Manito & Reaux express their longing for nay-hoo's and songs with a little romance, in Return of the Mack, the R&B episode. Whether classics from timeless voices to chart toppers from newer artists, the OTR girls discuss whats missing in today's R&B, who's leading the pack and more.

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Another one! Manito & Reux are back to discuss the ups and downs of social media, from taking advantage of heating up to not seeing when mans not hot. Whether legends turned losers, or nobody turned next up, use of certain apps have changed the game more often than not, and the OTR girls are on the case.

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The 6 God has been a mainstay in the culture for more than a decade now, and it seems that won't change anytime soon. The OTR girls Manito & Reaux are back for all things Drake, as they analyze his career and his impact on the game.

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"Damn, I swear sports and music are so synonymous/Cause we want to be them, and they want to be us" -Drake

The paths of Hip-Hop and Sports have always crossed in more ways than one, whether metaphors or pre-game playlists. The way some of our favorite rappers have held the mic with authority is the same way some of our favorite athletes command the court. Manito & Reaux talk the parallels of Hip-Hop & Basketball, and how the players of each ball out.

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Manito & Reaux are back and you know they had to do it for the ladies one time! In this episode they show love to the women of the culture, discussing who pushed it forward from MC's to journalists & who influenced them the most.

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Despite global success & groundbreaking progression, New York will forever be the mecca of Hip-Hop. However when it comes time to breakout into superstar status, our shining stars fall short of taking off. In this episode Manito & Reaux dive into New York's star players and why their potential wasn't enough to make them Kings in NY.

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Manito & Reaux love Hip-Hop, old and new but these days it seems like its been clash between generations. Tune in as they address the state of the culture and the ways we can all contribute to a brighter future for it.

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"The South got something to say!"
-Andre 3000 at the 1995 Source Awards

In a controversial moment Outkast was honored with the award for Best New Artist, which was met with boos that created the famous qoute "The South got something to say!". Little did Andre know his words would ring true decades later for artists who are currently dominating the charts, the playlists & the airwaves. Manito & Reaux give you their take on who has spearheaded the South's most recent reign & belongs atop its Mt. Rushmore.

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When it comes to the Hip-Hop's top women acts, Nicki Minaj's name will always be in the conversation, now and for years to come. Manito & Reaux weigh in on the ups and downs of Nicki Minaj's standout career, and see if they can get old Nicki back.

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Its been a long time since the emergence of new school leaders, J.Cole & Kendrick Lamar, and today we put Cole World against Cornrow Kenny to see who comes out on top as Hip-Hop's one true king.

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