SOLC Network

SOLC Network
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A network of hip-hop, comedy, film, and lifestyle podcasts. Podcasts include: I Only Listen to 90s Music, The Scenario, Just Kickin Soccer Podcast, Just Posted, We Comin For You Wrestling Podcast, Womanology, Everyone Needs an Aquarius, and much more...

  1. 1d ago

    Hip Hop What Ifs: What If Nas and The Firm Never Flopped

    In 1997, hip-hop saw one of its most heavily anticipated supergroups assemble: Nas, AZ, Foxy Brown, and Nature (originally Cormega), backed by Dr. Dre and Trackmasters. But despite hitting platinum status, The Album left fans and critics divided. In this episode of Hip Hop What Ifs, we break down what really went wrong behind the scenes—from Steve Stoute’s industry vision and Cormega’s fallout to Dr. Dre’s actual production involvement and why the tracklist felt more like a compilation than a true group record. Plus, we explore the ultimate alternate timeline: What if The Firm: The Album became a bona fide classic? Would the legendary Jay-Z vs. Nas beef have ever happened? How would AZ and Nature's careers have shifted, and could a thriving Aftermath have pushed Dr. Dre to release Detox sooner? 00:00 - Intro & Opening Clips 04:11 - Catching Up & HBCU Memories 09:51 - The Origins of The Firm & Cormega's Departure 11:02 - Dr. Dre, Trackmasters & Album Expectations 13:42 - Supergroup vs. Compilation: Where It Went Wrong 17:45 - Foxy Brown’s Stardom & Apollo Performance 22:42 - What If The Firm Succeeded? (No Jay-Z Beef?) 25:12 - Butterfly Effect on Dr. Dre, Aftermath & Detox 32:50 - Did The Firm Help or Hurt AZ and Nature? 40:24 - Was The Firm Hip Hop's First True Supergroup? 44:52 - Mailbag: The Game & G-Unit Fallout 47:30 - Mailbag: Canibus, LL Cool J & Eminem Debates 51:30 - Outro & Road to 1K Subs Brand new voicemail: ‪(314) 649-3113‬ Subscribe to the Everyone Needs an Aquarius Patreon https://bit.ly/3tXnnCz  Email the show at hiphopwhatif@gmail.com     Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                                    Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                                     Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                            To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                                YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                                Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                                Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1                                                         IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y

  2. 2d ago

    I Only Listen to 90s Music: The Truth About Phyllis Hyman: Legacy, Genius & Pain w/ L.A. Young

    In this special interview episode of I Only Listen to 90s Music, we sit down with powerhouse vocalist L.A. Young and manager Mocha Java to celebrate the life, artistry, and enduring legacy of the legendary Phyllis Hyman. From her vocal versatility across jazz, soul, and Broadway to her complex relationship with Clive Davis, Angela Bofill, and Arista Records, we look past the tragedy to honor the true brilliance of Phyllis Hyman. L.A. Young shares what inspired her Phyllis Hyman Songbook tour, working directly with iconic producer Norman Connors, meeting Phyllis's family, and how music helped both of them heal. Plus, we talk community giving with the Feast of Sharing, imagine alternate 90s music collaborations (Phyllis and 2Pac?!), and play a hilarious round of 1987 Soul Train Music Awards trivia! Catch L.A. Young & The Soul Society on tour:  https://layoungbandpage.com    Chapters 00:00 - Introduction & Celebrating Birthdays 03:02 - Introducing L.A. Young & Mocha Java 04:06 - Phyllis Hyman Songbook Tour Dates & Rebrand 05:23 - The Unfiltered Phyllis Hyman: Dionne Cole Story 07:01 - What People Misunderstand About Phyllis 08:56 - The Contralto Voice, Height & Body Image 11:27 - Versatility: From Jazz & R&B to Broadway 12:08 - The Clive Davis Era & Angela Bofill 13:24 - Singing Phyllis's Music & Meeting Her Family 16:48 - "I Refuse to Be Lonely" & B-Side Gems 19:10 - Introducing Phyllis to New Listeners 21:32 - Capturing the Spirit on Stage 24:44 - From Barry Manilow to Gamble & Huff 28:46 - What Would Phyllis Hyman Make Today? 31:16 - Imagining Alternate 90s Collabs: 2Pac & Ron Isley 38:40 - Honoring Her Life, Not Just Her Struggles 51:19 - Working with the Legendary Norman Connors 54:58 - Giving Back: DC's Feast of Sharing 01:03:36 - 1987 Soul Train Music Awards Trivia! 01:18:00 - Meet The Soul Society Band 01:23:20 - Controlling Your Art & Business in Music 01:28:44 - Outro & Final Thoughts BRAND New Voicemail 314-649-3113 Join the I Only Listen to 90s Music Facebook Group http://bit.ly/3k0UEDe      Follow I Only Listen to 90s Music on IG https://bit.ly/3sbCphv       Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                          Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                          Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                      YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                      Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                     Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1  IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y

  3. 5d ago

    Everyone Needs an Aquarius: The State Of The Game ( Jay-Z/SuperBowl, Polygamy Pastor, Nicki Minaj as Press Secretary, Chris Brown, & More)

    On this jam-packed episode of Everyone Needs an Aquarius, Dom and D dive deep into the wildest pop culture headlines, entertainment updates, and real-world conversations. The session kicks off with a look at alternative education challenges and special needs classroom realities, followed by an inspiring celebration of Chicago youth building an innovative EBT-friendly grocery delivery app to tackle food deserts. From there, the entertainment deep-dive unfolds across the music scene, where the hosts break down the internet chatter surrounding Keyshia Cole’s live performance antics, her struggles with addiction and relationships, and her broader R&B musical legacy. Plus, they tackle the massive discourse surrounding Jay-Z’s upcoming Super Bowl halftime performance, mapping out an ideal feature-heavy setlist without needing Kanye, alongside a television critique of the writing choices and character arcs in the latest season of Reasonable Doubt. The conversation keeps moving with a heavy lineup of legal and celebrity scandals, covering Cassie being dropped from the lawsuit against Sean Diddy Combs, 50 Cent and Tia Kemp’s explosive social media feud, Chris Brown avoiding jail time in his UK nightclub assault case only to land right back in hot water over social media warnings, and Halle Berry’s messy custody battle. The pop culture roundup also touches on Nicki Minaj’s political appearances and citizenship hurdles, followed by a hysterical dissection of a viral Cleveland pastor who shocked his congregation by introducing a second wife. The episode wraps up just in time for All Hallows' Eve, with Dom and D sharing the spooky horror movie moments from Scream 2 and The Shining that low-key changed how they operate in public forever. Tune in, drop a comment, and join the conversation across all SOLC Network platforms! Chapters 0:00 – Alternative education challenges and special needs classroom realities 8:04 – Empowering Chicago youth with an EBT-friendly grocery delivery app 11:18 – Cassie dropped from the lawsuit against Sean Diddy Combs 13:03 – Keyshia Cole’s live touring performance critiqued for letting crowds sing and not performing for real 24:12 – Unresolved storylines and character writing issues in Reasonable Doubt Season 4 40:33 – Debating Jay-Z’s cultural relevance and upcoming Super Bowl halftime show 45:41 – Mapping out an ideal feature-heavy Jay-Z Super Bowl setlist without Kanye 56:40 – 50 Cent versus Tia Kemp social media and legal feud 1:05:31 – Nicki Minaj’s political appearances and citizenship hurdles 1:10:42 – Chris Brown’s UK nightclub assault sentencing and social media warnings 1:14:24 – Halle Berry’s messy custody battle and child support implications 1:20:59 – A viral Cleveland pastor shocks his congregation by introducing a second wife 1:35:35 – Iconic horror movie scenes from Scream 2 and The Shining that haunt everyday life   Brand new voicemail: ‪(314) 649-3113‬ Subscribe to the Everyone Needs an Aquarius Patreon https://bit.ly/3tXnnCz  Email the show at straightolc@gmail.com           Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                                    Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                                     Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                            To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                                YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                                Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                                Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1                                                         IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y

  4. Oct 28

    Just Posted: The State Of It All (Coach Prime, Jay-Z Halftime Show, Jalen Hurts, Philly and the NBA, and More)

    In this action-packed episode of Just Posted, the crew dives deep into the shifting landscape of college football—breaking down Michigan’s struggles, the unraveling culture at Colorado under Deion Sanders, and the massive top-10 upsets shaking up the season. Next, they pivot to hardwood previews and NBA season openers, analyzing the new-look Philadelphia 76ers, Boston Celtics, and early player drama. The guys also discuss the serious medical concerns surrounding Jalen Hurts' health, speculate on JayZ's potential Super Bowl moves, and wrap up with hilarious local commentary on a wild St. Louis QuickTrip fight and a matchmaking campaign for Dosia! 00:00 College Football & Portal Realities 05:00 Rivalry Debates & Basketball Talk 10:30 Top-10 Upsets & Big Ten Matchups 17:15 NBA Tip-Off & Early Season Power Rankings 25:00 Celtics Tension, 76ers Supremacy & Curry's Future 32:35 NFL Health Scare 36:10 Super Bowl Speculation & Jay-Z Rumors 43:00 QuickTrip Chaos & Doja's Matchmaking Campaign Email the show at straightolc@gmail.com or justposted1906@gmail.com    Join The Just Posted Facebook group https://shorturl.at/XvCmF  Follow Just Posted on Instagram @justpostedpodcast  Hit the Voicemail at 641-715-3900 Ext. 769558 Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                            Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                             Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                    To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                        YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                        Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                        Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1                                            IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y1

  5. Oct 26

    I Only Listen to 90s Music: Carl Thomas and Vase Verzuz Recap

    In this live recap, the crew breaks down the Carl Thomas vs. Case Verzuz battle. Was this a matchup anyone actually asked for, and do they have enough hits to carry 20 rounds? We debate Case's catalog vs. Carl Thomas' classic Emotional album, discuss whether a Foxy Brown surprise appearance was needed, and unpack Carl's writing credits, Too $hort pulling up, and the debate over Case's whereabouts in South Africa. Plus, we look at the history of women in Verzuz, brainstorm dream matchups like Chanté Moore vs. Faith Evans and Tamia vs. Deborah Cox, and celebrate Stacey’s upcoming birthday! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join the conversation in our Facebook group! Chapters 00:00 - Welcome & Intro 00:58 - "Who Asked For This?" - Catalog & Hit Depth 04:15 - Case vs. Carl Thomas (Where Was Foxy Brown?) 05:19 - The "Beauty" Remix Debate 07:30 - Carl Thomas' Vocals & 'Emotional' Album 11:28 - Too $hort Pulls Up 16:25 - Case, Joe, and the South Africa Fact-Check 19:18 - Background Singers & Danny Boy Spotting 20:47 - Carl Thomas Preaching & Verzuz Vibes 24:07 - E-40 Storytime & Earl Stevens Wine 26:40 - Live Chat & DOA Joins 31:00 - What Could Have Made the Battle Better? 32:18 - Where Are the Women in Verzuz? 36:00 - Dream Female R&B Matchups 43:35 - Stacey's Birthday Celebrations 47:28 - Outro & Wrap Up BRAND New Voicemail 314-649-3113 Join the I Only Listen to 90s Music Facebook Group http://bit.ly/3k0UEDe      Follow I Only Listen to 90s Music on IG https://bit.ly/3sbCphv       Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                          Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                          Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                      YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                      Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                     Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1  IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y

  6. Oct 22

    Everyone Needs an Aquarius: Back To Reality (Thelma Louise, Elon's Flying Car, Chris Rock, Todrick, Hall, And More)

    Dom and D are back for a lively and unfiltered episode of Everyone Needs an Aquarius. They dive into seasonal fashion dilemmas, classroom chaos in substitute and volunteer teaching roles, and a viral MAGA supporter's unexpected ejection from a political rally. The duo also breaks down major current events and pop culture talking points, including Donald Trump’s controversial ballroom project, Elon Musk’s ambitious flying car unveilings, T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach's exes finding love, D.L. Hughley’s candid revelations about Chris Rock, Tyler Perry’s strict financial boundaries with family, and Todrick Hall’s controversial new Broadway play. Tune in for candid discussions, unexpected insights, and hilarious personal anecdotes!   Chapters 0:00 Weather Changes and Fashion Challenges in California 3:04 Teaching Challenges and Breakthroughs in Volunteer and Substitute Roles 9:55 A MAGA Supporter’s Unexpected Ejection From a Rally 22:46 Donald Trump’s Ballroom Allegedly Used for Money Laundering 29:57 Elon Musk’s Ambitious Flying Car Plans and Business Strategy 35:36 Unexpected Love Connections and Relationship Twists 46:29 D.L. Hughley on Chris Rock and Past Public Moments 1:00:37 Tyler Perry on Family, Financial Independence, and Tough Love 1:07:26 Controversy Surrounding Todrick Hall’s New Broadway Play 1:22:18 Family Drama and Hilarious Storytelling  Brand new voicemail: ‪(314) 649-3113‬ Subscribe to the Everyone Needs an Aquarius Patreon https://bit.ly/3tXnnCz  Email the show at straightolc@gmail.com           Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                                    Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                                     Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                            To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                                YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                                Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                                Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1                                                         IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y

  7. Oct 20

    Hip Hop What ifs: What If The Tragedy With Trouble T-Roy of Heavy D & The Boyz Didn't Happen?

    In this episode of Hip Hop What Ifs, we explore one of the most heartbreaking and pivotal moments in hip-hop history: the tragic passing of Trouble T-Roy (Troy Dixon) of Heavy D & The Boyz in July 1990. Backstage in Indianapolis, an innocent backstage prank resulted in a 20-30 foot fall that took the life of a charismatic 22-year-old dancer who brought vibrant energy to the culture. We break down the firsthand accounts of what happened that night, how the tragedy deeply affected artists like Heavy D, Kid, and a young 2Pac, and how it inspired Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth to create the timeless classic "They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)." Most importantly, we ask the ultimate question: did Trouble T-Roy’s death mark the end of hip-hop's lighthearted, dance-heavy golden era and accelerate the shift toward grittier street realism and West Coast dominance? Tap in and leave your thoughts in the comments! 00:00 Introduction & Welcome to Hip Hop What Ifs  00:44 The Tragic Incident: What Happened to Trouble T-Roy in Indianapolis  02:15 Catching Up & Channel Milestones  02:49 FX’s Snowfall, 1991, and the Changing Culture  06:10 The Details: July 15, 1990 & Market Square Arena 08:26 The Shock: Losing an Artist in Early Hip-Hop  10:05 The Aftermath: Dedicated Albums & Heavy D & The Boyz  14:07 The Tour Lineup: Public Enemy, Digital Underground, and 2Pac 16:22 The Hip-Hop Landscape in 1990: Fun Rap vs. Gangsta Rap  18:20 Did Trouble T-Roy’s Death Take the Fun Out of Hip Hop?  20:29 The Making of Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth’s "T.R.O.Y."  22:33 Heavy D’s Legacy, Charisma, and Influence  27:20 The Transition Era: 1990 to 1992 & the West Coast Shift  31:15 How Trouble T-Roy’s Death Impacted a Young 2Pac  33:35 The Eras of Multi-Genre Rap Tours  38:00 Reflections on Hip-Hop Losses & Cultural Shifts  40:22 What Heavy D & The Boyz Would Look Like Today  44:15 Mount Vernon’s Impact on the Culture  45:17 Fan Comments & Sneak Disses on Guest Features  47:26 Outro & Upcoming What Ifs Brand new voicemail: ‪(314) 649-3113‬ Subscribe to the Everyone Needs an Aquarius Patreon https://bit.ly/3tXnnCz  Email the show at straightolc@gmail.com           Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                                    Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                                     Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                            To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                                YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                                Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                                Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1                                                         IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y

  8. Oct 16

    Everyone Needs an Aquarius: It's Just Chaos (Reasonable Doubt, Diddy Fight, Hood Warfare, and Buffie The Body, and More)

    In this action-packed episode of Everyone Needs an Aquarius, Dom and the crew dive headfirst into a chaotic mix of life updates and pop culture breakdowns. Dom shares a jaw-dropping, wildly unhinged story about a substitute teaching gig gone wrong involving an 8th-grade student and a bathroom incident. Plus, the duo breaks down the latest TV drama in Reasonable Doubt Season 4, unpacks the massive rumors surrounding Diddy’s alleged prison fight with a Jamaican Shower Posse leader, reacts to Stephen A. Smith's public apology to Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert, discusses Buffy the Body's viral age revelation, and tackles the audacity of third-party delivery apps stiffing small businesses. 00:00 - Intro & The Substitute Teaching Nightmare 15:15 - Deep Dive into Reasonable Doubt Season 4, Episodes 1-4 35:54 - Surviving Diddy: Prison Fight Rumors & The Shower Posse 45:00 - Stephen A. Smith’s Apology to Teyana Taylor & Iman Shumpert 54:07 - Buffy the Body’s Viral Age Reveal 01:00:43 - Campus Hair Care Vending Machine & Uber Eats Small Business Struggles 01:05:11 - Uber Eats Stiffing Small Businesses & The Jollof Bowl Controversy 01:12:35 - Hood Warfare Video Game Controversy & Outro Brand new voicemail: ‪(314) 649-3113‬ Subscribe to the Everyone Needs an Aquarius Patreon https://bit.ly/3tXnnCz  Email the show at straightolc@gmail.com           Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                                    Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                                     Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                            To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                                YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                                Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                                Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1                                                         IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y

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A network of hip-hop, comedy, film, and lifestyle podcasts. Podcasts include: I Only Listen to 90s Music, The Scenario, Just Kickin Soccer Podcast, Just Posted, We Comin For You Wrestling Podcast, Womanology, Everyone Needs an Aquarius, and much more...

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  • Creator
    SOLC Network
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2026
  • Episodes
    185
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2026 SOLC Network. All rights reserved.
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