Return of the Mak Podcast

ROTM Podcast
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Comedy
  • Updated Biweekly

Return of the Mak is a hip hop and R&B music podcast that features new music from up-and-coming artists, as well as discussions on pop culture headlines, dating nuances, and other salacious topics. Hosted by Duke, each episode features a different guest, including musical artists who share their own experiences and insights into the music industry. With a mix of humour and candour, Return of the Mak provides an entertaining and informative take on the latest in music and pop culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Avoidant (ft. Pharaoh)

    3d ago

    Avoidant (ft. Pharaoh)

    ***JOIN THE PATREON***   https://patreon.com/ROTMPod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   Welcome back!! Another week, another episode. This week I’m joined by new friend of the show @pharaohhhhtt and we discuss her poetry, dating avoidants and how it will shape you, waiting 15 years for the love of your life and SO MUCH MORE. We also talk about the Loosies 3 pack, the growth of ROTM, Extra Gravy on the radio and many other things. Tune in!   ⏱ Timestamps   0:00 – Intro 1:32 – pod intro 10:28 - The podcast is gonna be on the radio 13:52 - How Pharaoh got into poetry 20:12 - London is slowly starting to share his feelings with friends 22:52 - Journaling 25:00 - Dating an avoidant 33:17 - Favourite line you’ve ever written 34:32 - Western culture is very individualistic 36:56 - Rituals before going on stage 40:32 - Dating as a lovergirl in 2026   Rate us on iTunes and check us out on Spotify, Amazon Music and VURBL as well!   Check out the video of the full episodes available on the ROTM Podcast YouTube channel! Subscribe, leave a comment and like!   Connect with Duke on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duuke.m/ Connect with Pharaoh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pharaohhhhtt     ROTMPodcast@gmail.com Or via Instagram DM at: https://instagram.com/rotmpod   Be sure to give us a thumbs up on YouTube and SUBSCRIBE if you haven’t already, it helps the channel grow! Rate us on iTunes and check us out on Spotify, Amazon Music and VURBL as well! Check out the video of the full episodes available on the ROTM Podcast YouTube channel! Subscribe, leave a comment and like!   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoYajGTkjxOr98SYdr1Uzzg?view_as=subscriber     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 15m
  2. Stud Hug (ft. Driver)

    May 27

    Stud Hug (ft. Driver)

    ***JOIN THE PATREON***   https://patreon.com/ROTMPod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   Welcome back!! I was away (for the audio audience) for a couple weeks but it’s because ICEMAN dropped and I had to react to each one of those albums. Unfortunately, Spotify and Apple do not allow me to play full songs on the pod so you’re gonna have to go watch the reviews on YouTube or Patreon!   On this week’s episode, I’m joined by friend of the show Driver (@Driver.ca) to discuss the failure of a battle the Rick Ross vs. French Montana Verzuz was, Drake vs. The Weeknd, Stefon Diggs and his thick chef, Euphoria season 3, Toronto Summer 2026 and much much more! Take a look at the timestamps below:   ⏱ Timestamps   0:00 -Intro 2:30 - Not everyone’s hairline made it to 31 8:39 - Drake vs the Weeknd 15:06 - Rick Ross vs. French Montana Verzuz 27:31 - Best Verzuz ever 28:54 - Stefon Diggs and his live in chef 35:52 - Euphoria Season 3 38:05 - Reviewing the Toronto Tempo Roster 1:00:51 - Silly Shit   Rate us on iTunes and check us out on Spotify, Amazon Music and VURBL as well!   Check out the video of the full episodes available on the ROTM Podcast YouTube channel! Subscribe, leave a comment and like!   Connect with Duke on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duuke.m/ Connect with Driver on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/driver.ca     ROTMPodcast@gmail.com Or via Instagram DM at: https://instagram.com/rotmpod   Be sure to give us a thumbs up on YouTube and SUBSCRIBE if you haven’t already, it helps the channel grow! Rate us on iTunes and check us out on Spotify, Amazon Music and VURBL as well! Check out the video of the full episodes available on the ROTM Podcast YouTube channel! Subscribe, leave a comment and like!   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoYajGTkjxOr98SYdr1Uzzg?view_as=subscriber         Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 9m
  3. Scrub Paternal Unit (ft. Malcolm)

    May 6

    Scrub Paternal Unit (ft. Malcolm)

    ***JOIN THE PATREON***   https://patreon.com/ROTMPod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink   Welcome back!! On this week’s episode, I am joined by friend of the show @malcolmdjiadeu to discuss everything from our birthdays, to new movies (The Drama, The Undertone and much more). Malcolm also shares a story about how he almost got scammed by Dame from Shark Tank. This was a super fun episode, so you guys be sure to check out his page on IG. Also, please excuse the sound of the machine -it was its last episode.   ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 4:17 - Malcolm celebrated his birthday 6:37 - The Podcast recorder is dying 12:47 - We miss Desus & Mero 15:17 - Kanye’s Marseille Show 20:47 - Michael Jackson was petty 24:10 - The Drama movie discussion 27:47 - Undertone review 34:07 - D4vd found guilty 39:38 - Kevin O’Leary vs Scrub Daddy 41:02 - Damon from Shark Tank scammed Malcolm 49:39 - Flirting with coworkers 50:47 - Dating within the friend group 55:20 - Silly Shit   Rate us on iTunes and check us out on Spotify, Amazon Music and VURBL as well!   Check out the video of the full episodes available on the ROTM Podcast YouTube channel! Subscribe, leave a comment and like!       Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 2m
  4. Owl Bodies (ft. Zoie)

    Apr 22

    Owl Bodies (ft. Zoie)

    ***JOIN THE PATREON***   https://patreon.com/ROTMPod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink     Welcome backkkk! On this week’s episode, I’m joined by a big dawg in podcasting - Zoie (@foreverzoie) from Relentless Diaries Podcast. We talked about her presence in Toronto media space, the importance of authenticity, Angela Simmons being unsexy, dealing with criticism from listeners and navagiating dating as a podcaster. Tune in to hear the rest of what we talked about   ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 -Intro 3:00 - Zoie growing into her big personality 5:31 - Zoie on the importance of authenticity 9:34 - Angela Simmons makes me sad 11:00 - First date etiquette 11:45 - Sex appeal is learned 17:50 - Things we want to see more of on first dates 29:53 - Dealing with male attention as a podcaster 36:00 - personal life vs podder life 39:07 - Game: Red Flag or Real Life 46:01 - Criticism 48:00 - conversations that don’t make it to the podcast 51:20 - partying at Drake’s house 58:26 - relationship with Mal from New Rory & Mal Podcast 1:02:30 - Silly Shit   Be sure to give us a thumbs up on YouTube and SUBSCRIBE if you haven’t already, it helps the channel grow!   Rate us on iTunes and check us out on Spotify, Amazon Music and VURBL as well!   Check out the video of the full episodes available on the ROTM Podcast YouTube channel! Subscribe, leave a comment and like! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 6m
  5. Are We Beefing? (ft. Asma)

    Apr 8

    Are We Beefing? (ft. Asma)

    Welcome back! On this week’s episode, I’m joined by yet another new friend of the show. Look at us, expanding and shit, Asma ( @adoualeh ) and I kicked it on the pod to talk about her platform @articulatebyasma – how she started, how it’s going and much more! We also get into how we first met eachtoher, her upbringing, growing up sheltered, toxic friendships, Jack Harlow’s album and of course we had to end the episode talking about International Women’s Day.   ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 – Intro 3:10 - starting her platform “articulate” 5:01 - Asma is a painter 15:38 - how she found her studio 16:17 - how Asma grew up 25:59 - how Duke and Asma met 31:00 - aging 37:53 - pursuing toxic people in dating 49:49 - what are you listening to now 51:45 - thoughts on Jack Harlow 57:20 - celebrating International Women’s Day   Be sure to give us a thumbs up on YouTube and SUBSCRIBE if you haven’t already, it helps the channel grow!   Rate us on iTunes and check us out on Spotify, Amazon Music and VURBL as well!   Check out the video of the full episodes available on the ROTM Podcast YouTube channel! Subscribe, leave a comment and like! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 4m
  6. Performance (ft. Jasmine Kiara)

    Mar 25

    Performance (ft. Jasmine Kiara)

    Welcome back! On this week’s episode, I’m joined by new friend of the show Jasmine Kiara (@itsjasminekiara) to discuss her new single “Attached” for her upcoming EP: “Baby Is That You?”. We discussed her musical influences, her upbringing, whether or not sex is a performance, her writing process, new music, partying in Nashville and much more! We end the episode with a few Silly Sh*t questions and things get interesting!   ⏱ Timestamps   0:00 – intro 2:10 - Writing for other artists 2:50 - Making “Complicated” 5:22 - Finding her musical team 7:54 - Growing up 11:54 - Jasmine’s new song - attached 15:30 - Sex is a performance 22:40 - When do you write your best songs 23:45 - Worst way someone broke your heart 40:00 - partying in the US 45:27 - NEW MUSIC 53:00 - Hit or Skip Game 54:40 - SILLY SHiT   Be sure to give us a thumbs up on YouTube and SUBSCRIBE if you haven’t already, it helps the channel grow!   Rate us on iTunes and check us out on Spotify, Amazon Music and VURBL as well!   Check out the video of the full episodes available on the ROTM Podcast YouTube channel! Subscribe, leave a comment and like! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 7m
  7. You'll Be Aight (ft. Aché)

    Mar 11

    You'll Be Aight (ft. Aché)

    Welcome back! On this episode of ROTM, I'm joined by friend of the show and fellow podcast host @acheire. We reflect on the pressure to always be productive and why resting sometimes brings feelings of guilt instead of recovery. Aché also talks about how the pandemic may have permanently changed the way we think about work, relationships, and comparison. The conversation then shifts into modern dating — from losing faith in religion, romantic relationships, to the difficulty men face when it comes to vulnerability. I also share my thoughts on commitment timelines, patience in relationships, and why Aché is becoming increasingly skeptical of dating apps. Sometimes the message is simple: you’ll be aiight. ⸻ ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 6:18 – Resting makes me feel guilty 18:10 – Did the pandemic change me permanently? 30:10 – Comparison 36:08 – Losing faith 41:30 – Duke loves International Women’s Month 44:00 – How long should you wait before committing to a relationship? 47:10 – No patience for men 55:10 – Difficulty being vulnerable 59:10 – Anti dating apps Be sure to give us a thumbs up on YouTube and SUBSCRIBE if you haven’t already, it helps the channel grow! Rate us on iTunes and check us out on Spotify, Amazon Music and VURBL as well! Check out the video of the full episodes available on the ROTM Podcast YouTube channel! Subscribe, leave a comment and like! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 18m
  8. Is It Worth It? (ft. Matt)

    Feb 18

    Is It Worth It? (ft. Matt)

    Welcome back!! Sorry for skipping last week! Recorded an episode but couldn’t put it out because I had to focus on the Cole episode and didn’t have time. I also went ahead and shot another episode too. Point is, we’re back! I’m joined by friend of the show  @mxttsxlib! Hope you enjoy this conversational episode. Both of us cover the struggles podcasters face BTS and also cover a couple hot topics. Big thank you to Matt for coming on!!   Timestamps:   0:00 – intro 2:36 - Podcast break from Bigger Dreams podcast 3:48 - Duke’s long day 5:00 - Learning how to play Padel 7:19 - Valentine’s Day plans 11:05 - Toronto climate is out of control 14:50 - What’s an ideal Valentine’s Day date? 17:50 - Movie dates: good or bad? 24:39 - Grammys recap 26:10 - mental state of a podcaster 29:00 - pitfalls of AI 32:50 - playing to the audience 38:00 - hiding behind your cohost 42:50 - beauty in the struggle 47:25 - is long form content done? 50:00 - Luu Breeze episode Silly Shit 52:10 - a skill you thought you’d have 53:42 - unserious hill you’ll die on 56:37 - something you overpay for convenience 58:47 - first date deal breakers   Be sure to give us a thumbs up on YouTube and SUBSCRIBE if you haven’t already, it helps the channel grow! Rate us on iTunes and check us out on Spotify, Amazon Music and VURBL as well! Check out the video of the full episodes available on the ROTM Podcast YouTube channel! Subscribe, leave a comment and like!   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 7m
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Return of the Mak is a hip hop and R&B music podcast that features new music from up-and-coming artists, as well as discussions on pop culture headlines, dating nuances, and other salacious topics. Hosted by Duke, each episode features a different guest, including musical artists who share their own experiences and insights into the music industry. With a mix of humour and candour, Return of the Mak provides an entertaining and informative take on the latest in music and pop culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    ROTM Podcast
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    177
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © ROTM Podcast
  • Show Website
    Return of the Mak Podcast

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