IF I LET YOU TELL IT with Mike Sessions

Mike Sessions
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IF I LET YOU TELL IT with Mike Sessions is a weekly music and culture podcast where hip-hop, R&B, jazz fusion, and alternative sounds meet real life. Every Monday at 6AM EST, Mike and the homies break down new releases, deep cuts, album craftsmanship, Black cultural moments, and whatever's shaping the timeline, all with dark humor, honesty, and perspective.

  1. Jul 13

    EPISODE 156: Paws to the Mouth.

    On this episode of IF I LET YOU TELL IT, Mike and Jodi are back with another episode, starting with Mike officially beginning his three-week vacation from work and discussing how he plans to spend the time away. From there, they get into the alleged altercation between former Miami Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro in Las Vegas, including Mike's thoughts on what this means for his team heading into the season. Mike and Jodi also discuss JAY-Z’s three-night run at Yankee Stadium, the fans who traveled from around the country to attend, and why Mike is hating on everybody who was able to experience it in person. They break down the performances, the significance of the moment, and why JAY-Z continues to prove that he is the greatest rapper of all time. The conversation continues with some of the latest music releases, including new projects from Future, The-Dream, Baby Rose, and more. Mike and Jodi also talk about whether children today know how to be bored, how constant access to phones, tablets, streaming services, and entertainment has changed childhood, and why learning how to sit with boredom may be more important than people realize. All that and more on another episode of IF I LET YOU TELL IT. If you have a topic you want us to discuss on the show, be sure to submit it through the Topic Suggestion Box, pinned to the top of the main page! Special Guest shoutout to Tanay Hudson for holding us down and helping power the show. Want your name featured in every episode? Join the Special Guest tier on Patreon. Stay tapped in with Mike Sessions on Instagram @mikexsessions. For bonus episodes, extended conversations, video versions, and exclusive polls, join the IF I LET YOU TELL IT Patreon at patreon.com/ifiletyoutellit.

    EPISODE 156: Paws to the Mouth.

  2. Jul 10

    EPISODE 155: Mr. Tigger.

    On this episode of IF I LET YOU TELL IT, Mike and Jodi are back with another packed episode, starting with Mike discussing his upcoming tour of audio engineering schools and what it could mean for the next chapter of his creative journey. From there, Jodi brings up the very important distinction between being a “cutie patootie” and a “baddie,” leading to a conversation about attractiveness, confidence, energy, and whether someone can be both. Mike and Jodi also celebrate the 10-year anniversary of ScHoolboy Q’s Blank Face LP, revisiting the album’s impact, and where it ranks within the wider TDE catalog. They also get into Big Tigger having his phone stolen, which turns into a bigger discussion about privacy, trust, and whether it is ever acceptable to go through a significant other’s phone. The conversation continues with two Patreon-submitted topics, including the difference between being private and being secretive, as well as the R&B artists who had all the talent and potential but never fully became the stars people expected them to be. Mike and Jodi also ask whether there is truly a “right way” to do things in life, or if the results ultimately determine whether the decisions were right. All that and more on another episode of IF I LET YOU TELL IT. If you have a topic you want us to discuss on the show, be sure to submit it through the Topic Suggestion Box, pinned to the top of the main page! Special Guest shoutout to Tanay Hudson for holding us down and helping power the show. Want your name featured in every episode? Join the Special Guest tier on Patreon. Stay tapped in with Mike Sessions on Instagram @mikexsessions. For bonus episodes, extended conversations, video versions, and exclusive polls, join the IF I LET YOU TELL IT Patreon at patreon.com/ifiletyoutellit.

    EPISODE 155: Mr. Tigger.

  3. Jun 29

    EPISODE 154: Hey Mike.

    This week on IF I LET YOU TELL IT, Mike and Jodi are back with a packed episode as they return from Father’s Day and Juneteenth with plenty to catch up on. Mike starts things off by getting into the surprise personalized video he received from Kyla Pratt and why that moment was important. From there, Mike and Jodi break down B2K going against Pretty Ricky in VERZUZ, discussing the show in its entirety, the performances, the nostalgia, the energy, and whether LA artists should keep stepping into battles against artists from the South. They also get into some of the new music that dropped, including releases from T.I., kwn, Africaine, and more, before asking a very real question: why don’t men know where their homies work at? They also tap into a Patreon-submitted topic about alcohol addiction after college, how drinking habits can follow people into adulthood, and the difference between social fun and something deeper that needs to be addressed. Lastly, the BET Awards took place last night with Druski as host, so Mike and Jodi share their thoughts on the show, the moments that stood out, and whether the night lived up to the hype. All that and more on another episode of IF I LET YOU TELL IT. If you have a topic you want us to discuss on the show, be sure to submit it through the Topic Suggestion Box, pinned to the top of the main page! Special Guest shoutout to Tanay Hudson for holding us down and helping power the show. Want your name featured in every episode? Join the Special Guest tier on Patreon. Stay tapped in with Mike Sessions on Instagram @mikexsessions. For bonus episodes, extended conversations, video versions, and exclusive polls, join the IF I LET YOU TELL IT Patreon at patreon.com/ifiletyoutellit.

    EPISODE 154: Hey Mike.

  4. Jun 15

    EPISODE 153: Why Are You Here?

    This week on IF I LET YOU TELL IT, Mike and Jodi are back with a packed episode, starting with congratulations to the New York Knicks for winning the NBA Championship. Mike and Jodi break down the series, what went right for New York, what went wrong for the Spurs, and how the Finals played out from start to finish. From there, things get a little too real at home as Jodi finds herself held hostage by a snake outside the house, leading to a conversation about fear, survival, and why some animals simply do not need to be anywhere near the front door. Mike and Jodi also get into some of the new music that dropped over the weekend, the new Earth, Wind & Fire documentary and some of the things they learned about Maurice White, his vision, his leadership, and the deeper story behind one of the most important groups in music history. They also tap into a Patreon-submitted topic about relationships, standards, and whether having expectations makes someone controlling or simply clear about what they need. All that and more on another episode of IF I LET YOU TELL IT. If you have a topic you want us to discuss on the show, be sure to submit it through the Topic Suggestion Box, pinned to the top of the main page! Special Guest shoutout to Tanay Hudson for holding us down and helping power the show. Want your name featured in every episode? Join the Special Guest tier on Patreon. Stay tapped in with Mike Sessions on Instagram @mikexsessions. For bonus episodes, extended conversations, video versions, and exclusive polls, join the IF I LET YOU TELL IT Patreon at patreon.com/ifiletyoutellit.

    EPISODE 153: Why Are You Here?

  5. Jun 8

    EPISODE 152: Get The Strap.

    This week on IF I LET YOU TELL IT, Mike and Jodi are celebrating a special one: Happy Birthday to Boo Baby! The episode kicks off with love for Jodi’s birthday and a conversation about why celebrating birthdays with your mother hits different, especially as life keeps moving and family moments become more important. From there, Mike and Jodi get into some of the new music that dropped, including Vince Staples’ Cry Baby and Mannywellz’s Small Chops, breaking down what stood out and what’s worth keeping in rotation. They also tap into a couple of Patreon-submitted topics from the listeners, including whether R&B lost its drama when artists stopped begging in songs, and what Mike and Jodi have changed their minds about when it comes to dating after being with each other. Later, they talk Knicks and Spurs facing off in Game 3 tonight, give their predictions, discuss Mike’s upcoming three-week vacation plans, and react to Lizzo saying Omarion deserves to be in the Usher and Chris Brown conversation. All that and more on another episode of IF I LET YOU TELL IT. If you have a topic you want us to discuss on the show, be sure to submit it through the Topic Suggestion Box, pinned to the top of the main page! Special Guest shoutout to Tanay Hudson for holding us down and helping power the show. Want your name featured in every episode? Join the Special Guest tier on Patreon. Stay tapped in with Mike Sessions on Instagram @mikexsessions. For bonus episodes, extended conversations, video versions, and exclusive polls, join the IF I LET YOU TELL IT Patreon at patreon.com/ifiletyoutellit.

    EPISODE 152: Get The Strap.

  6. Jun 1

    EPISODE 151: Wrong Chart Champ.

    Happy Black Music Month! This week on IF I LET YOU TELL IT, Mike and Jodi are back after taking a week off and recapping their Memorial Day weekend with family, friends, and the kind of real-life reset that makes you realize time is moving fast. From there, they get into Jay-Z’s return at Roots Picnic with an epic freestyle aimed at a lot of people, what he was really saying, why it matters, and what it could mean for Hip Hop right now. They also talk through the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs heading to the NBA Finals, what that matchup says about the league, and how unexpected the basketball conversation has become. Later, Mike and Jodi get into their favorite Jodeci songs, the meaning behind being a “jack of all trades, master of none,” and whether being good at too many things can become a gift, a curse, or both. All that and more on another episode of IF I LET YOU TELL IT. If you have a topic you want us to discuss on the show, be sure to submit it through the Topic Suggestion Box, pinned to the top of the main page! Special Guest shoutout to Tanay Hudson for holding us down and helping power the show. Want your name featured in every episode? Join the Special Guest tier on Patreon. Stay tapped in with Mike Sessions on Instagram @mikexsessions. For bonus episodes, extended conversations, video versions, and exclusive polls, join the IF I LET YOU TELL IT Patreon at patreon.com/ifiletyoutellit.

    EPISODE 151: Wrong Chart Champ.

  7. May 18

    EPISODE 150: I Just Wanna Be Free.

    This week on IF I LET YOU TELL IT, Mike and Jodi get into Memorial Day weekend energy, aging in real time, and why Mike thinks it might be time for a full YN purge after being called “OG” outside. From there, they break down Drake’s much-anticipated ICEMAN album, including the direct shots he took, what landed, what didn’t, and what the project says about where Drake stands after the 2024 beef. They also talk through what they liked, what felt forced, and whether this album helps Drake move forward or keeps him stuck in the same conversation. All that and more on another episode of IF I LET YOU TELL IT. If you have a topic you want us to discuss on the show, be sure to submit it through the Topic Suggestion Box, pinned to the top of the main page! Special Guest shoutout to Tanay Hudson for holding us down and helping power the show. Want your name featured in every episode? Join the Special Guest tier on Patreon. Stay tapped in with Mike Sessions on Instagram @mikexsessions. For bonus episodes, extended conversations, video versions, and exclusive polls, join the IF I LET YOU TELL IT Patreon at patreon.com/ifiletyoutellit.

    EPISODE 150: I Just Wanna Be Free.

  8. May 11

    EPISODE 149: Overthink & Crumble.

    This week on IF I LET YOU TELL IT, Mike and Jodi celebrate Mother’s Day by sending love to all the moms out there, both the ones still with us and the ones no longer here. They reflect on the first time they saw their mothers as real people beyond just being “Mom,” leading to a deeper conversation about growing up, perspective, and understanding your parents with adult eyes. Later, they get into some music talk, including predictions for the upcoming Iceman album, Chris Brown’s new album Brown, and a question about what song best describes their lives today. All that and more on another episode of IF I LET YOU TELL IT. If you have a topic you want us to discuss on the show, be sure to submit it through the Topic Suggestion Box, pinned to the top of the main page! Special Guest shoutout to Tanay Hudson for holding us down and helping power the show. Want your name featured in every episode? Join the Special Guest tier on Patreon. Stay tapped in with Mike Sessions on Instagram @mikexsessions. For bonus episodes, extended conversations, video versions, and exclusive polls, join the IF I LET YOU TELL IT Patreon at patreon.com/ifiletyoutellit.

    EPISODE 149: Overthink & Crumble.
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IF I LET YOU TELL IT with Mike Sessions is a weekly music and culture podcast where hip-hop, R&B, jazz fusion, and alternative sounds meet real life. Every Monday at 6AM EST, Mike and the homies break down new releases, deep cuts, album craftsmanship, Black cultural moments, and whatever's shaping the timeline, all with dark humor, honesty, and perspective.

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