The S.H.I.T.T.S Podcast

Monsoon
  • 4.6 (10)
  • Comedy
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An entertaining, edgy, and relatable podcast which tackles various topics and motivates it's audience to think and have fun. Some Hip Individuals Thinking Then Speaking Podcast broadcast from Chicago and talks about world topics from a Windy City lens. On this podcast they are either shooting the shit, starting some shit, or picking up where the shit left off.

  1. 4d ago

    What If Your Biggest Pivot Becomes Your Purpose

    Send us Fan Mail A lot can happen in two months, and when I finally got back on the mic, I wanted to pick up where life left off, with somebody who’s been building quietly and winning loudly. My guest is my son, Bryce Barnett, an award-winning student podcaster, emerging journalist, and graphic designer who’s already stacked real accomplishments while most people are still figuring out what they even want to be. We talk like family, but we also get specific about the work: how he started podcasting in high school, how he learned to tell stories that matter, and how he turned creativity into a skill set with results.  Bryce breaks down what it felt like to switch high schools after freshman year, the anxiety and identity shake-up that comes with starting over, and the mindset shift that helped him rebuild at Homewood-Flossmoor. We also get into the assumptions people make, especially when you “look like” you should be doing one thing, and why Bryce chose journalism, radio, and podcasting over chasing basketball expectations. If you’re navigating a big change, a new school, or a new chapter, this conversation is a real reminder that discomfort can be training, not punishment.  Then we go into the creative lane: graphic design. Bryce explains how making podcast cover art on Canva became a gateway into branding, poster design, and eventually Photoshop, plus what beginners should learn first if they want to start designing today. We even have some fun with his WWE fandom and a top five wrestlers debate, before I close with what I’m learning too: purpose, patience, and trusting the long game. Subscribe, share this with someone who’s mid-pivot, and leave a review with the one leap of faith you’re taking next. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The SHITTS Podcast. Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio. Subscribe and comment.

  2. May 18

    Why Live Laughter Beats The Algorithm

    Send us Fan Mail The funniest part of comedy is supposed to be the laughter, not the analytics, but that’s not the world we’re working in anymore. We sit down with comedian Stephanie Robertson to talk about hitting her five-year mark in stand-up, what the comedy community gives you that the internet never can, and why the live room still tells the only truth that matters. Stephanie shares what life looks like during a forced slowdown: moving back from Austin, Texas, staying in the suburbs, and losing access to her car for a week. That simple problem turns into long walks, heavy journaling, and a lot of clarity about momentum, creativity, and what you actually need to keep writing. We also get into her experience producing a weekly show at The Vixen in McHenry, dealing with regulars who know your act, and the constant push to keep evolving. Then we go straight at the big modern headache: the social media algorithm. We talk Instagram Reels, TikTok, stand-up clips, retention time, and how editing for “the first two seconds” can distort a joke and chip away at creative integrity. We also unpack why huge follower counts still don’t guarantee ticket sales, and we debate the thin line between offensive jokes and comedic freedom through the Kevin Hart roast backlash. If you care about stand-up comedy, comedy clubs, marketing as a comedian, and building a career without selling your soul to metrics, this one’s for you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who lives online, and leave a review with your take on where the line should be. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The SHITTS Podcast. Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio. Subscribe and comment.

  3. May 11

    Red Bottom Logic And Other Things That Make No Sense

    Send us Fan Mail Time is the one thing nobody can refund, and that truth sits underneath everything we talk about with Race Bannon. We start with a real check-in: what we’re working on mentally and emotionally, how mortality changes the way we move, and why being present is a skill you have to practice. From there we get into what “real wealth” actually means when the flex fades: health, peace, and relationships that are still standing 20 years later.  Then we zoom out to Chicago hip hop, independent radio, and the behind-the-scenes friction that comes with institutions, gatekeepers, and control. We talk about why some stations want to own your information, why online radio can be freer than corporate airwaves, and how cities build “safe bubbles” that protect money while squeezing everybody else. If you care about culture carrying, artist ownership, and building something that lasts, this part hits hard.  We also get into the internet attention economy: algorithms, outrage marketing, and why posting isn’t the same as connecting. Race Bannon shares what it takes to build community outside the feed, plus what he’s dropping now with Super Sounds, including the Roping release and where to get it direct. Tap in, share this with someone who needs it, and subscribe and leave a review so more people can find the conversation. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The SHITTS Podcast. Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio. Subscribe and comment.

  4. May 4

    A Chicago Lyricist Explains How Travel And Vulnerability Make Better Music

    Send us Fan Mail Losing someone you love can reorder your whole day, and sometimes the only way through is to build a routine that holds you up. We sit with Chicago’s own Teefa for a conversation that starts with grief and self-care and quickly opens into something bigger: what it means to be a real artist, a real person, and a real voice in Chicago hip hop. From sauna time and meditation to building a home that feels like a retreat, Teefa breaks down how healing becomes a practice, not a slogan.  We also dig into her journey through the Chicago music scene, from early access to DJ gear and recording, to barbershop freestyles, ciphers, and first shows that made the dream feel reachable. The talk turns to how the city’s hip hop spaces have changed, how drill music reshaped attention, and why “balance” in music matters for youth, culture, and mental health. If you care about lyricism, vulnerability, and storytelling that reflects real life, you’ll hear why Teefa believes words carry weight and why growth should never have an age limit.  Then we get practical about the music business: Chicago radio support, local artist ecosystems, fair opportunities, and why every step toward success can’t come with a price tag. We close on the joy of sound with “International” and Teefa's house music and hip hop blend that’s built to move a room without losing bars. Subscribe for more real conversations, share this with a Chicago music fan, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The SHITTS Podcast. Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio. Subscribe and comment.

  5. Apr 22

    What If Vulnerability Was The Real Flex In Rap

    Send us Fan Mail Most people think a great live show is just great music. We don’t. A great show is communication, timing, sound, and a lineup that actually makes sense, and Lyric Versatile pulls back the curtain on how Chicago nights go right (or fall apart). We start with a real check-in on pacing and mental balance, then get into the personal story behind his name, his North Side roots, and how community shaped his style. From there we get practical about event curation and live show promotion in the Chicago hip hop scene: what promoters forget to do, why the DJ workload matters, how many acts is too many, and the uncomfortable truth that your vision has to match your budget. Lyric also breaks down Sunday Service Social, the open jam session built around musicians, vocalists, and MCs creating in real time with a house band, plus what that kind of space does for confidence, freestyling, and artistic growth. Then we go deeper on vulnerability in rap and what a healthy relationship looks like when conversations get uncomfortable. And yes, we still make room for left-field comedy, including a rapid-fire “Bitch I Got Options” game and some opinions that probably should’ve stayed off-mic. If you’re building a fanbase, booking shows, or just love Chicago culture and live music, you’ll leave with both gems and laughs. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review if you want more conversations like this. What’s the one thing that instantly ruins a live show for you? Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The SHITTS Podcast. Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio. Subscribe and comment.

    What If Vulnerability Was The Real Flex In Rap

  6. Mar 9

    How A Filmmaker Turned Internet Critiques Into A Hilarious Meta Movie

    Send us Fan Mail Ever yell at your screen because the boom mic is right there? We sat down with Chicago filmmaker Will Adams to unpack how he turned the internet’s favorite “bad movie” moments into a sharp, self-aware comedy that has audiences laughing with the filmmakers instead of at them. From fake eating and no-blood gunfights to the infamous not-really-kissing kiss, Will bakes the jokes into the script, then lets pros like Damon Williams, Adele Givens, and B. Cole deliver them with perfect timing. We dig into why writing is the single biggest lever for indie film quality and how a tight script can survive rough edges that fancy cameras can’t hide. Will lays out a practical blueprint—write first, lock locations, then cast with dates—and explains why unstructured improv often wrecks continuity and pacing. As a director, he owns the vision, coaching performances until the line clicks because “that’s a cut” is a promise to the audience. His Chicago upbringing—code-switching between grandma’s grammar lessons and South Side cadence—shows up in dialogue that sounds lived-in, not lab-built, and in his refusal to box Black stories into endless gangster reruns. We also talk distribution and discoverability, the power of watching comedy with a crowd, and the music puzzle: why he partners with a composer to nail tone while dodging rights landmines. Will’s influences span Pulp Fiction and Snatch, structures where every character is the star of their own thread before everything collides. That DNA shapes the film’s spine, preventing sketch chaos and rewarding attention with layered payoffs. Before we wrap, Will teases Fluke—think Atlanta meets Curb Your Enthusiasm—about an out-of-work actor who keeps failing upward, proof that there’s room for fresh, funny, human stories that don’t recycle the same tired tropes. If you’re hungry for smarter laughs and better craft, hit play, share the link with a note, and tell a friend what gag destroyed you. And if you’re new here, tap follow, rate the show, and drop a review—your words help more curious listeners find us. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The SHITTS Podcast. Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio. Subscribe and comment.

  7. Mar 2

    From Philly Ciphers To Nerdcore Stages: Steve Skax On Art, Family, And Hustle

    Send us Fan Mail The moment you decide to end something beloved is the moment your standards get loud. We talk with author-engineer-artist Steve Sxak about closing the Marston House Cipher after 15 years of free, culture-first sessions—and why a final-season victory lap and documentary are the right way to honor it. The reasons are honest: parenthood, touring, writing, and an unwillingness to do a half-speed version of a pillar that helped define Philly’s underground hip-hop. From there we dive into the shifting DNA of battle rap. Steve’s watched the scene evolve from off-the-top, on-beat warfare to intricate, months-in-the-making a cappella performances. We break down the pros and cons of both, the real boundaries—words are open, hands are not—and the intangible skills that separate a punchline from a moment: timing, breath, and crowd control. Philly is the backdrop for it all—late nights, tight roads, and tighter communities that push you to grow or get left. Creation doesn’t stop at the booth. Steve’s touring with The Heroes League into SXSW’s Nerdcore Days, carrying a mobile studio to capture spontaneous collabs. He’s dropping a project every month across hip-hop, R&B, folk, and punk, plus a hard-knock record with Amsterdam’s Skinny Bones the Godfather that’s taking him to Europe and beyond. We also unpack the surprise hit of his YA novel, Invasion Of The Punk Rockers Who Drink Blood, how a joke title became a serious story about belonging and real-world monsters, and what it took to bring it to life. Underneath the accolades is a working parent’s blueprint: homeschooling for flexibility and focus, kids in the room learning engineering and rhythm, and a studio practice that values preparation over posturing. If you’ve ever wrestled with when to close a chapter, how to protect your standards, or how to build a creative life that still makes room for Nerf wars and bedtime, this conversation lands. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves hip-hop and books with bite, and leave a review with your take: is anything off-limits in battle rap? Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The SHITTS Podcast. Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio. Subscribe and comment.

  8. Feb 23

    Chicago Hustle, Heart, And Stagecraft

    Send us Fan Mail Joy can be a radical act on a Chicago stage. We sit down with the C.R.E.A.M  Girls—Indica and CookieNoMilk—to unpack how routines, faith, and a gritty sense of humor keep them balanced while they chase bigger rooms and brighter lights. From West Side roots to synchronized performances, they show how therapy, poetry, and family history turned into a sound that’s equal parts fun and fearless. We go deep on the craft. Why stage presence matters as much as bars. How image communicates intent. What open mics can unlock when you treat them like headline sets. The C.R.E.A.M Girls explain why audience engagement isn’t optional, how a signature handshake and coordinated fits make you memorable, and why artists should invest in performance planning, not just studio time. They name-check influences from Mary J. and Drew Hill to J. Cole and Durk, then draw a clean line between nostalgia, lyricism, and energy that moves a room. The most powerful moment centers on “Holding On,” a record born from personal loss. CookieNoMilk opens up about grief, resilience, and using music to speak when words fail. From there, we widen the lens: what today’s hip-hop is missing—respect for women and room for maturity—and how the city can win with less gatekeeping and more honest guidance. We talk dream collabs, the difference between BET and the Grammys, and why Chicago’s indie film scene needs stronger scripts, rehearsal, and coaching to match its ambition. If you care about artist development, community building, and the unglamorous habits that lead to stage-ready magic, this one hits home. Tap in, share it with a friend who’s grinding toward their first big look, and leave a review so more Chicago artists can find these gems. Subscribe for new episodes, mixes, and our upcoming Poetry Night details. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: The SHITTS Podcast. Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio. Subscribe and comment.

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An entertaining, edgy, and relatable podcast which tackles various topics and motivates it's audience to think and have fun. Some Hip Individuals Thinking Then Speaking Podcast broadcast from Chicago and talks about world topics from a Windy City lens. On this podcast they are either shooting the shit, starting some shit, or picking up where the shit left off.

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  • Creator
    Monsoon
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    226
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The S.H.I.T.T.S Podcast
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