Hood Politics with Prop

Our world is still reeling from the violence of last week, and processing that can be very complicated. What do you do when a monster of a man dies?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week was.. dark. The Supreme Court says racial profiling is okay, a women was stabbed on a train and a school was shot up within minutes of Charle Kirk being murdered. The song this week is Mayan Ruins: https://music.apple.com/us/album/mayan-ruins/1835385848?i=1835385858  Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In light of the ruling of the Department of Justice in the case on Google's monopoly, let's look back on how we got here in the first place. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The track this week, "If You Could Ask An Endling" poses the question of how did you get to extinction and what could we do to avoid it. I can't help but think of the erosion of trust in experts as displayed by the firing of the CDC director. Get the album here: Spotify | Apple Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Jay-Z's birthday, Cali has to decide if it's gonna pass the gerrymandering act or nah. Do we break our code this one time or is it because of our code we have to do this? https://elections.cdn.sos.ca.gov/ror/154day-presprim-2024/historical-reg-stats.pdf Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So Prop and Matt have been secretly working on a poetry record, lowkey inspired by the work Cool Zone does. Peep the first poem here on the pod! Get the album here: Spotify | Apple Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The incredible Jemele Hill, host of the Spolitics podcast and also just an all around rider, pulls up and talks about ALLL THE THINGS. Putin, Trump, NBA, WNBA you name it. And of course DETROIT! Listen to Spolitics: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-spolitics-222755070/ Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We been saying for months that the Dems ain't fighting back. Now while I'm not sure this will really move the needle, I like this energy Texas Rep. Nicole Collier is bringin'. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taken by themselves, some actions are problematic, but may or may not be deal breakers. But when you add all of them together, they become a bright red flag. Today we talk about Trump's takeover of media, education, law and culture. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prop tells two stories about his encounters with powerful white men: how he fumbled the bag with Bill Gates and why he knows Doug Wilson. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We got good news and bad news about the current status of Altadena as the city contiunes to recover from the fires of January 2025... and it's prolly exactly what you think it is.  Sources: https://laist.com/news/architect-coalition-completes-200-rebuilding-plans-for-altadena-residents-displaced-by-fire https://www.circlingthenews.com/lack-of-insurance-payouts-causes-problems-in-altadena-and-palisades/ https://static1.squarespace.com/static/67f5687fc4ea480d5d201fe5/t/68230c33dd9666630629967e/1747127348967/EFSN+Package+for+Commissioner+Lara+051225.pdf https://www.npr.org/2025/02/03/nx-s1-5269609/la-fires-homes-insurance-state-farm-allstate Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the most frustrating things when playing a game that requires strategy, is playing with someone who doesn't actually understand the strategy of the game. I think we would really find peace for ourselves If we would accept that Trump doesn't have a strategy. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've already done an episode on gerrymandering in Texas, but there have been some new developments. So we're running that episode back with a quick update to fill y'all in on what's changed. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two quick stories that will restore a little bit of hope in humanity: Egyptians puttin' rice in bottles and throwing them in the ocean, and Baltimore's crime rate is down 62%. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We never do this, but today Prop is gonna share his conspiracy theory on the Epstein of it all. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the most frustrating things when playing a game that requires coordination and teamwork, is playing with someone who doesn't understand the strategy of the game. I think we would really find peace for ourselves If we would accept that Trump doesn't have a strategy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Somehow this Epstein issue has broken through and offered a slight fracture in the MAGA base. But will it actually chip off some people? Walkin' away from your family is scary. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most of us have an opinion on something we really have no knowledge of. I'm gonna just give an example of when you actually take the time to read something beyond the headline, it might actually be different than you thought.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, the DOJ says nothing to see here, so that settles that, right? Let's talk about 4 main takeaways from all this Epstein stuff. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the midst of our doom scrolling lies the sauciest 11-year-old, participating in an event that's older than America itself. The world is so much bigger than us. Peep this foo Victor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1a3REFH83WA Indonesian Boat Kid: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLptqBmM3hZ/ My new album is out NOW! https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/5uR1IBdIjsxxvOrkiniQXc?si=7ac5d542c9944bcb   Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Okay, Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act has passed. What is it, why should I or you care, and why would a lawmaker vote against their own interest? Let's break it down. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The viral clip of a white boy with aura for days singing Keith Sweat on a Carnival cruise ship is the type of healing we need right now.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uKIfOOF9t8 Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So um, the Supreme Court just dropped a new album and it's...interesting. We talk about the major rulings they dropped and what the hell an unsigned ruling is. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To use a basketball analogy, you can't play all 48 minutes. You gotta take a break. But for many people, a break ain't an option. However, for those who want to continue to fight for those that don't have the privilege to rest, we must make sure that we rest ourselves. I'm asking you to tap out for a second. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Literally no one wants this, but apparently we bombed Iran. And anyone born before 9/11 feels like we seen this movie before. Let's break it down. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've been really against freaking out. But I think now might be the time. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What President Trump most definitely didn't have on his 2025 bingo card is finance bros giving him a sick nickname. Today we tell you where TACO Trump comes from. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honestly, it makes me sad that this has to be explained, but here's why Black people should care about these ICE raids in Los Angeles. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The city of Los Angeles is under siege from ICE, so today we interrupt our plan to make make fun of Trump and Elon's break up to talk wit Pastor Cue about the Def Justice center and all the organizing he's doing. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whiles there's a lot we know, there's even more we don't know. Can we for once just kinda shut up until we do know more? And I mean EVERYONE shut up if you don't know what you're talking about. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's that time again! The State of Blackness Address, where we cover everything from Rodney Hinton Jr. to Dru Hill to Joey Bada$$ vs everyone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, two Israeli embassy staffers were murdered in front of the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC. The shooter said he "did it for Gaza, for Palestine," proving yet again that state sponsored violence 100% creates radicalization.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We back in Gaza this week. As food trucks FINALY start coming in to provide aid, Netanyahu's actions show us what actually matters to him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes, it seems that the causes we need to fight for can feel never ending. I just wanna remind y'all that there are people on the other side of those hashtags. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes, a move someone makes be so weird that all you can do is just feel for them. Today we talk about Trump and White Genocide, Qatar planes and birthright citizenship. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Juneteenth approaches, I would like to get ahead of the question I get from y'all on a yearly basis about how to celebrate it appropriately. Basically, y'all be doin too much. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is what Black people say after you talked for 4 hours. Today we play catch up on some stories we missed: Rodney Hinton Jr and the new India and Pakistan war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The East Bay legend, famed director of Fruitvale Station, Black Panther and Creed, Ryan Coolger, sent a big ol' black lightning rod through the film industry with his new film Sinners. Not only was the film amazing, but the deal he negotiated for himself had the audacity to reflect the caliber of his work! And apparently, America don't like that. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allow me to introduce y'all to Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the Interim President of the African nation of Burkina Faso. Let's learn about why America even cares he exists. Here's a hint... he's daring to not need the West. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, lieutenant governor Micah Beckwith of Indiana, in defense of SB 289, attempted to redefine the 3/5th compromise as something that was not about slavery. NOT ON MY WATCH! Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we talk to Maurice Mitchell, the National Director of the Working Families Party, an alternative to the two party system that currently has American politics in a chokehold. Y'all, Maurice and his team literally created their own political party, so we had to ask the obvious question in today's political hellscape: WHAT IS EVEN THE POINT?!  Learn more at https://workingfamilies.org/ Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Easter Sunday, Pope Francis went on to glory. And if we grading on a curve, he's pretty special. Let's pour some communion wine out for the top Catholic. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With President Trump turning up the cruelty by tying deportations to El Salvador’s mass incarceration, we figured it’s a good time to remind y'all who the president of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele really is—and what it feels like to live under a police state. Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen, sometimes ya just need a brain break! Let's talk to Mangesh Hattikudur, co-founder of Mental Floss and Kaleidoscope and co-host of the Part-Time Genius podcast. https://www.k-scope.com/ --- Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphop https://linktr.ee/prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's officially define tariffs. It's basically like having to check in when you come to LA.  We'll discuss what Trump THINKS will happen, what the financial experts who actually know how the economy works think, and what the clap back has been so far. --- Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphop https://linktr.ee/prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone knows the group chat is sacred space. And the person who started the chat must make sure that everyone who's in there, should be in there. No one wants the content of your group chat exposed, especially when it's filled with classified military plans! Sheesh! Today we discuss how the editor of The Atlantic ended up on a Signal group chat about an active military strike in Yemen. --- Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphop https://linktr.ee/prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes, things that seem outrageous and random turn out not to be either. Why would anyone wanna buy a frozen island with 59,000 people on it? Allow us to explain why Trump is obsessed with trying to buy Greenland. --- Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphop https://linktr.ee/prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USAID, the United States Agency for International Development, is something that, if it weren't in peril, wouldn't ever cross the public's radar. But after Elon and his DOGE team shut down USAID amid sweeping federal cuts, it's been in the public eye more than ever before. Today we talk about its origins and the concept of soft power. --- Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphop https://linktr.ee/prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Trump decided to get up on Beyoncé's internet during his joint address to Congress and crush the soul of fact checkers everywhere, he also revealed to us what he fears most and what we should be putting our own focus on in the coming days.  Sources: https://www.npr.org/2025/03/04/g-s1-50488/trump-congress-joint-address-fact-check https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp3ylpd2n9no https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-fact-check-joint-address-congress-2025/ --- Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphop https://linktr.ee/prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The second White House crash out happened last week when Ukrainian President Zelenskyy sat down with President Trump in the Oval Office to discuss a deal for rare minerals in exchange for continual protection during the war with Russia. And as you know, the meeting went totally off the rails. Today we talk bout the build up, the set up, the expectation and the crash out. --- Follow Hood Politics: https://x.com/hoodpoliticspod https://www.instagram.com/hoodpoliticspod/ Follow Prop: https://x.com/prophiphop https://www.instagram.com/prophiphop/ https://www.tiktok.com/@prophiphop https://linktr.ee/prophiphopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.