Straight From the Source Podcast

Benzino

Straight From the Source with Benzino brings you hip-hop, culture, controversy, and real life from a man who has lived the headlines. From music and media to relationships, industry politics, and the stories behind the spotlight, Benzino speaks on his own terms. Expect candid commentary, personal stories, unfiltered opinions, and conversations that go beyond the sound bites. You’ve heard what everyone else has to say. Now hear it straight from the source. New episodes every day. Follow the podcast and never miss a conversation. Produced by Mz. Melony of B.A.R. TV.

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    Benzino’s Back!

    Benzino is back and better than ever. After losing another Instagram account, he’s taking the conversation straight to the mic with a new season of Straight From the Source, produced by Mz. Melony of B.A.R. TV Expect unfiltered opinions, hip-hop conversations, personal stories, and Benzino’s perspective on the headlines everyone’s talking about. With new episodes dropping every day, seven days a week, there’s always something to say and he’s saying it straight from the source. 🎙️ New episodes of Straight From the Source drop EVERY DAY! 🔥 ⬇️ Download now on:🟢 Spotify🟣 Apple Podcasts❤️ iHeartRadio🔵 Amazon Music🅿️ Pandora🎧 And all podcast platforms! 🔗 https://pod.link/1896686422 Powered by B.A.R. TV 🔌 Subscribe, download, and tune in daily. #podcast #podcaster #nowplaying Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Benzino’s Back!

  2. Jul 13

    STRAIGHT FROM THE SOURCE EPISODE #9 -BENZINO IS SICK ABOUT JAYLEN BROWN & HIS BOSTON CELTICS! DID BATMAN JASON TATUM SERVE SUPERMAN JAYLEN BROWN A DOSE OF KRYPTONITE!!

    STRAIGHT FROM THE SOURCE EPISODE #9 -BENZINO IS SICK ABOUT JAYLEN BROWN & HIS BOSTON CELTICS! DID BATMAN JASON TATUM SERVE SUPERMAN JAYLEN BROWN A DOSE OF KRYPTONITE!! -BENZINO’S PERSONAL TAKE ON POOH SHIESTY ALLEGEDLY KIDNAPPING AND ROBBERY OF GUCCI MANE!! -THE COMEBACK OF THE BET AWARDS and its exciting future with DRUSKI as host! -And MORE HOT TOPICS TO TUNE INTO TO!!!! Tap in with Straight from The Source and get Benzino’s hottest takes—was the Jaylen Brown trade a supervillain move? Did Batman Tatum just drop kryptonite on Superman Brown? It’s a wild saga in Beantown! Did Pooh Shiesty really pull a heist on Gucci Mane? And what’s the DA doing leaking that tape? The streets are buzzing with questions! The comeback of the BET Awards and its new host, Druski. This is great for Black Entertainment and securing the future of our culture in a time when White leadership in America is trying to erase Blacks' very existence. Stay to the end as Benzino shares a personal story about his violent clash with DMX and his crew that resulted in bodily injury. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. Jul 2

    Straight From The Source Episode #8 - Straight from the Source host Benzino highlights the week's hot topics.

    Straight from the Source host Benzino highlights the week's hot topics. Karmelo Anthony’s new legal team - Jay Z and Dame Dash’s beef with diss record, “You Should Have Never Said My Name.” Boston Celtics trading superstar Jaylen Brown to Philly. - Big Tigger’s shocking arrest on domestic violence charges & Benzino himself, getting busted for having weed. As well as a rehash for Love & Hip-Hop Atlanta. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Straight From The Source Episode #8 - Straight from the Source host Benzino highlights the week's hot topics.

  4. Jun 26

    Straight From The Source Episode #7 - Benzino goes all in, no filter, unpacking the hottest topics: Michelle Obama, wild Trump Megas disrespect, Joe Rogan, and Dana White.

    Get ready—Straight From The Source just dropped a fire episode! Benzino goes all in, no filter, unpacking the hottest topics: Michelle Obama, wild Trump Megas disrespect, Joe Rogan, and Dana White. He even calls out Stephen A. Smith for pandering to Trump, and confesses the ultimate hip-hop regret: giving OutKast just two and a half mics. Don’t miss this raw, unfiltered dive into the culture—tune in now! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Straight From The Source Episode #7 - Benzino goes all in, no filter, unpacking the hottest topics: Michelle Obama, wild Trump Megas disrespect, Joe Rogan, and Dana White.

  5. Jun 15

    Straight From the Source - Episode 6 - Benzino dives into the heartbreak and raw reality of the streets, covering the tragic murder trial of 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony. Chikei Rick Chow walks free.

    Straight From The Source Episode 6—this one hits heavy. Benzino dives into the heartbreak and raw reality of the streets, covering the tragic murder trial of 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony. The courtroom drama kicked off June 1 in Collin County and ended with a guilty verdict for murder on June 9—a life changed forever. In another twist, Chikei Rick Chow walks free after a South Carolina jury finds him not guilty in the 2023 shooting death of 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton. But it’s not all pain—Benzino keeps it hip-hop with wild updates: Stephen A. Smith calling out President Trump for a debate, a little Source Awards throwback with Tupac, and classic moments from Source Magazine history. It’s real, it’s tragic, and it’s all straight from the culture. Don’t miss this episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Straight From the Source - Episode 6 - Benzino dives into the heartbreak and raw reality of the streets, covering the tragic murder trial of 19-year-old Karmelo Anthony. Chikei Rick Chow walks free.

  6. Jun 1

    Straight From the Source - Episode 5 - Ray J Knocked Out - Drake Breaking Michael Jackson's #1 Hit Record and More!

    Yo, tap in for Episode 5 of Straight From the Source! Benzino’s got the streets buzzing as he breaks down the wildest headlines in hip-hop and culture. First up—Ray J gets rocked in the MMA ring by Supa Hot Fire, and the internet can’t stop talking. Then, witness history as Drake dethrones the King of Pop, breaking Michael Jackson’s record for the most No. 1s by a solo male artist—Janice STFU’s debut sets the scene! But that’s not all. Benzino’s bringing the heat with the raw truth about Kevin Hart’s outrageous roast and Tony Hinchcliffe’s straight-up disrespectful George Floyd joke. Plus, we’re putting a spotlight on Black women making moves in Hollywood, saluting legends like Vivica Fox and Big Daddy Kane, and even catching DJ Khaled in the crossfire after Drake drops a diss in his latest track. You don’t wanna miss this episode—hip-hop, controversy, and real talk, straight from the source. Lock in! Tune in for Episode 5 of Straight From the Source, where Benzino dives deep into the controversy surrounding singer and actor Ray J’s knockout loss in his MMA bout against Supa Hot Fire. The episode also covers Drake’s historic achievement in surpassing Michael Jackson’s record for the most No. 1 hits by a solo male artist, as Janice STFU debuts. Benzino doesn’t shy away from addressing the shameful moments, including Kevin Hart’s infamous roast and comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s insulting George Floyd joke. Plus, stay tuned for more hot topics: the challenges Black women face in Hollywood, highlights featuring Vivica Fox and Big Daddy Kane, and DJ Khaled getting dissed by Drake in one of his latest tracks. Don’t miss this episode packed with controversy, culture, and candid commentary—Straight From the Source! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Straight From the Source - Episode 5 - Ray J Knocked Out - Drake Breaking Michael Jackson's #1 Hit Record and More!

  7. May 29

    Straight From the Source Episode 4 - The Life and Times in Miami, Florida

    Get ready for an unforgettable ride in episode 4 of Straight From the Source! This time, Benzino pulls back the curtain on the wild, star-studded nights when he brought the legendary Source Awards to Miami, Florida. Hear the untold stories of battling racial profiling and breaking barriers in Miami Beach, all while running a club so hot it became a magnet for the world’s biggest icons—think Mike Tyson, Whitney Houston, Bobby Brown, and a parade of A-list celebrities. Packed with jaw-dropping moments, behind-the-scenes drama, and raw honesty, this episode is pure can’t-miss TV. Don’t just hear about hip-hop history—experience it straight from the source! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Straight From the Source Episode 4 - The Life and Times in Miami, Florida

  8. May 21

    Straight From the Source Episode 3

    Episode 3 Recap: Straight From the Source Episode 3 of “Straight From the Source” is packed with jaw-dropping revelations and untold stories. Benzino kicks things off with exclusive insights into the explosive Julio Foolio verdict, unpacking the high-stakes courtroom drama where a Tampa jury handed down life sentences to Isaiah Chance, Sean Gathright, Rashad Murphy, and Davion Murphy for the shocking murder of the rising rapper. But the episode doesn’t stop at headline news. Benzino takes listeners on a wild ride down memory lane, recounting his once-in-a-lifetime encounter with the legendary Michael Jackson and how he teamed up with super-producer Teddy Riley to work on an album for the King of Pop. These behind-the-scenes stories offer a rare glimpse into music history. Hot topics keep coming as Benzino weighs in on Drake’s audacious move to release three albums at once, dissecting whether the hype matches the substance. He also exposes the truth behind the social media frenzy over the sky-high prices of the Audemars Piguet (AP) Watch, questioning whether the luxury watch lives up to its legend. To top it all off, Benzino drops the curtain on his own journey into reality TV, sharing how he made his unforgettable entrance as a cast member on “Love and Hip-Hop Atlanta.” This episode is a must-listen for anyone craving raw stories, industry secrets, and unfiltered opinions straight from Benzino himself. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Straight From the Source Episode 3

  9. May 19

    Straight from the Source -Episode 2

    Episode 2: Straight from the Source Get ready for a wild ride in this episode! Benzino dives deep into his roots after taking a saliva test and sending it out to Ancestry.com, unearthing a truly electrifying mix of African, Irish, and Jewish ancestry. The stakes get even more interesting with a raw, no-holds-barred coverage of Big Banks' interview with Tekashi 69, pulling back the curtain on the rapper’s chaotic world. And that's not all—tensions explode as the simmering feud between Pooh Shiesty and Gucci Mane takes center stage, shaking up the hip-hop scene like never before. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Straight from the Source -Episode 2

  10. May 15

    Straight From The Source Episode 1 - Benzino

    In the premiere episode of Straight From the Source, Benzino bursts onto the mic with passion, purpose, and a powerful message. Stepping boldly into the world of podcasting, he makes it clear that the culture is craving a voice rooted in wisdom, authenticity, and real-life experience. With fearless honesty, Benzino brings a fresh perspective to hip-hop while standing firm in his truth—staying real, staying Black, and speaking unapologetically in a time when that voice matters more than ever. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Straight From The Source Episode 1 - Benzino
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Straight From the Source with Benzino brings you hip-hop, culture, controversy, and real life from a man who has lived the headlines. From music and media to relationships, industry politics, and the stories behind the spotlight, Benzino speaks on his own terms. Expect candid commentary, personal stories, unfiltered opinions, and conversations that go beyond the sound bites. You’ve heard what everyone else has to say. Now hear it straight from the source. New episodes every day. Follow the podcast and never miss a conversation. Produced by Mz. Melony of B.A.R. TV.

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