• Never Lend Money to Superman | The HLS Podcast Ep 18
    Jul 18 2025

    In this episode, the squad dives face-first into chaos, contracts, and capes. Rebel’s out-of-office, Electrik’s in villain mode, and Scrota’s trading reps for beers. The convo spirals from botched business deals and rich friend etiquette to whether you should ever loan Superman money (spoiler: don’t). They argue over which superpower is the most abuse-worthy, whether origin stories should be banned, and why invincibility is just a trauma response. Also: does being “the oldies” generation hit different when you realize your childhood songs are 30+ years old? Come for the existential dread, stay for the spicy takes on DC vs Marvel, vacation philosophy, and why lending money might be more dangerous than laser vision.

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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Button Mashing, Brainrot, and Battle Passes | The HLS Podcast Ep 17
    Jul 10 2025

    Electric is feeling real conflicted after tallying up his Overwatch hours… while Scrota just shrugs and queues for another match. In this episode, the Line Steppers crack open gaming culture—talking about the shame, the joy, and the stereotypes that come with being a gamer in adulthood. Is gaming a waste of time or a legit form of connection, creativity, and stress relief? We talk parenting, mental health, rage quits, racism, and whether these virtual worlds are a coping mechanism or just plain fun. Plus: we ask the hard questions… like why is it always “gamers are lazy” but never “capitalism is draining”? 😤

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Culture Shock Therapy | The HLS Podcast Ep 16
    Jul 3 2025

    Scrota's back from Nigeria and the boys are fully charged with stories, culture, and a little jetlag. From traditional Igbo ceremonies and goat head delicacies to the chaos of feeling "not Nigerian enough," this episode is a deep dive into diasporic identity, culture clashes, and homecoming truths. Electric opens up about his own multicultural upbringing, while Scrota relives the spicy aftermath of isi ewu and the rules of kola nut diplomacy. Whether you’ve ever been called “too American” by your cousins or just want to know why Nigeria has a four-day zodiac system, this one’s for you.

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    44 mins
  • Ain’t No Soul in the Algorithm | The HLS Podcast Ep 15
    Jun 26 2025

    With Scrota off in the motherland mining vibranium, Electrik and Rebel lock in for a no-holds-barred convo on music, culture, and creativity. From blues legends to TikTok dance moves, they explore how artistry has evolved—and how AI might be stealing some of the soul. They share hilarious stories, debate the joys of eating vs cooking, and dive into everything from church roots to autotune abuse. This one’s deep, ridiculous, insightful, and full of love for the culture. Tap in.

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    44 mins
  • Juneteenth Special- Freedom Ain't Free So We Off Today - The HLS Podcast Ep 14
    Jun 19 2025

    So here’s the deal — we went out last night to celebrate Juneteenth like real ones, and... yeah, no episode from the crew today. But don’t worry, the show must go on. Filling in for us are two unlikely heroes: Brotha Knowledge (aka Brizzy B) and Sistah Soul (aka Ketty Wap) — two extremely Caucasian guests who stepped in last minute because, let’s be honest, all the real brothas and sistahs had the day off.

    We told them, “Do it for the culture.” They hit us with “Bet.”

    In this wild Juneteenth Special, they’re breaking down some of the most heated HLS debates, passing judgment on who was capping and who kept it solid. It’s chaotic. It’s heartfelt. It’s lowkey offensive. But it’s all love.

    Happy Juneteenth, y’all. We’ll be back next week… probably still hungover.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Yep, the One About Masculinity | The HLS Podcast Ep 13
    Jun 12 2025

    We had to do it. In this one, we finally pull the mic up to one of the loudest topics out there: masculinity. What is it? What ain’t it? Who taught us what we know — and what should we be teaching the next ones up? In this episode, we’re breaking it all the way down: the pressure to be perfect, to be emotionless, to hold it all in until you break. We get vulnerable about what we were taught, what we’ve unlearned, and what healthy masculinity can actually look like. What’s strength? What’s toxic? What’s real leadership? And is it okay to shed a tear along the way? We’re exploring all of it — the weight, the walls, the breakthroughs — with honesty and heart. Pull up.

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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • Raising Real Ones: Confidence, GloRilla & Teaching That F.A.A.F.O Energy | The HLS Podcast Ep 12
    Jun 7 2025

    We finally pulled up on this one — how do you actually teach your kids (and yourself) how to move with real confidence? In this episode, we chop it up about raising kids who walk in any room like they belong there — and know when to let folks know they ain’t the one to play with. We talk role models (yes, GloRilla came up), building unshakable presence, and what that “F.A.A.F.O” energy really looks like when done right. Vulnerability, strength, balance — we’re diving into it all. Tune in and get your aura game up!

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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Is College Even Necessary? | The HLS Podcast Ep 11
    May 30 2025

    In this episode, we’re asking the question: do you really need college to make it? We dive into the pressure to get that degree, the rising cost of higher ed, and whether the so-called “college path” still guarantees success. From welders makin’ bank to folks drowning in student loan debt, we break down the pros, the cons, and the generational guilt trips. Is it still the golden ticket, or just an expensive detour? Tune in for real talk, sharp takes, and a few rants your student guidance counselor definitely wouldn’t co-sign.

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    1 hr and 16 mins