The Breaks

August 31, 2026

Austin Do We Have A Problem?

On this episode we discuss what are favorite rappers bio movies are and our reservations about the upcoming Snoop Dogg film. We also discuss whether or not Austin is trying to ease off its support for hip-hop in comparison to years past. Hip-Hip Facts this week include facts about MC Hammer, Prince, Case and more. […]

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August 24, 2026

New Generations of Hip-Hop

On this episode we have a conversation with KUTX interns Joel and Monica about their first introduction to hip-hop. Hip-Hop Facts include facts about Frank Ocean, Jay-Z, Outkast and more. Fresh’s Unpopular Opinion this week is that Do It Yourself artists do more harm than good to their careers.

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August 17, 2026

GOAT Talk

We are still celebrating the birthday of Hip-Hop! On this episode, we discuss our favorite rap albums and also what we consider the biggest disappointment in Hip-hop history. Hip-Hop Facts this week is a little different as we both tell two truths and a lie and have to guess which one is the lie. Fresh’s […]

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August 10, 2026

Happy Birthday Hip-Hop! w/ Tee Double

On this episode we celebrate the 54th anniversary of the creation of Hip-Hop with Austin legend (and future Hall of Famer) Tee Double. Hip-Hop Facts include facts about hip-hop unique to both Confucius and Fresh’s childhood. Fresh’s Unpopular Opinion is that counter culture in Austin is non-existent.

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July 27, 2026

What is the KCC Fest? w/ Sunhi & Cherri

On this episode we interview artists Cherri and Sunhi (Sue-Knee) about their viewpoint on R&B in Austin and also their upcoming performances at the Kinky Coily Curly festival. Hip-Hop Facts include facts about Nas, Frank Ocean, Danny Bonaduce and more. Fresh’s Unpopular Opinion is that all AI flyers aren’t that bad.

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July 20, 2026

Do Rappers Owe Their Communities?

On this episode we talk about Jay Z’s three night residency at Yankee Stadium and what it means for his overall legacy. We also discuss if rappers owe the communities they come out of or social issues in general. Hip-Hop Facts include facts about Aaliyah, Barry White, The Notorious B.I.G. and more. Fresh’s Unpopular Opinion […]

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July 13, 2026

Summer Jam 2026! w/ Soto the Activist

On this episode we discuss our upcoming Hot Summer Nights showcase, Summer Jam, and we interview Austin hip-hop artist Soto the Activist, who is also performing there. We also discuss if 2pac was as big a star, alive, as he was in death. Hip-Hop facts include facts about DJ Jazzy Jeff, Lil Kim, Bow Wow […]

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July 6, 2026

Fake It Till You Make It

On this episode we discuss the lawsuit against rapper Moneybagg Yo and his manager over funding of his career and him not already being rich before fame. We also give our thoughts on if the BET Awards are still an important part of the culture. Hip-Hop Facts this week include facts about Jill Scott, Barack […]

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