Big Loon kicks off the pod with a heartfelt thank you to his supporters (0:00) before sharing why he’s still too close to his own trauma to tell his full story (2:15). He then reflects on being misunderstood, embracing the “life of kings” mindset, and how fame makes it hard to trust anyone (4:40). After previewing a new feature on Patreon and plans for a street‑style book club (9:00), Loon gives a salute to David Shands & the builder class at Social Proof (13:40). Then the real heat starts: Shannon Sharpe’s $10 M hush offer gets rejected (17:05), and Loon goes in on Tony Buzbee’s shady lawsuit history (19:00). He breaks down why Sharpe’s rushed video response might’ve nuked his NDA (24:10) and warns that Sharpe’s “playboy” image could boomerang into public persecution (31:30). Next, Kevin Gates gets called out for the $25 K courtside “crash‑out” aimed at LeBron’s wife (35:45), and Loon explains the unwritten rule about clout‑chasing through family. Tyrese’s court battle leads to a deeper convo about how the system milks men through child support (39:55), and Loon closes with a reminder: credibility is currency—perspective is product (42:25). 00:00 Intro & Thank Y’all 02:15 Too Close to My Trauma 04:40 “Life of Kings” Mindset & Fame 09:00 New Patreon Feature + Book Club 13:40 Salute: David Shands & Social Proof 17:05 Shannon Sharpe’s $10M Hush Rejected 19:00 Tony Buzbee’s Lawsuit History 24:10 NDA Nuke? Sharpe’s Rushed Response 31:30 Playboy Image = Public Persecution? 35:45 Kevin Gates Courtside vs. LeBron’s Wife 39:55 Tyrese’s Child Support Convo 42:25 Closing: Credibility & Perspective 📺 Clip Channel & Community: ► Clip Channel → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh6Wk40kcNcMJ4t_jtmluw ► Discord → https://discord.gg/GJKXMWQS 🔥 Exclusive Content & Merch: ► Patreon (Early Access + Unreleased) → https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast ► Merch → teespring.com/its-up-there-podcast-merch 🎧 Listen Anywhere: ► Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jheeb8FxYVDRo8khyrz36?si=e339dD2JRte2MYX2Uon3BQ ► Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-up-there-podcast/id1317524092?uo=4 ► iHeart → https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-its-up-there-podcast-w-lo-81051334/ 👣 Follow the Pod & Host: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw Instagram: @fogfo_looney / @itsuptherepodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fogfo_looney Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🔔 Subscribe & hit 🔔 so you don’t miss Part 3! 📧 Business: bookings@itsuptherepodcast.com ⏤⏤⏤ All opinions are personal and for entertainment only. © 2025 Up There Media, LLC. All rights reserved.

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Big Loon kicks off the pod with a heartfelt thank you to his supporters (0:00) before sharing why he's still too close to his own trauma to tell his full story (2:15). He then reflects on being misunderstood, embracing the “life of kings” mindset, and how fame makes it hard to trust anyone (4:40). After previewing a new feature on Patreon and plans for a street-style book club (9:00), Loon gives a salute to David Shands & the builder class at Social Proof (13:40). Then the real heat starts: Shannon Sharpe’s $10M hush offer gets rejected (17:05), and Loon goes in on Tony Buzbee’s shady lawsuit history (19:00). He breaks down why Sharpe’s rushed video response might’ve just nuked his NDA (24:10) and warns that Sharpe’s “playboy” image could now boomerang into public persecution (31:30). Next, Kevin Gates gets called out for the $25K courtside “crash-out” aimed at LeBron’s wife (35:45), and Loon explains the unwritten rule about clout-chasing through family. Tyrese’s court battle leads to a deeper convo about how the system milks men through child support (39:55), and Loon closes with a reminder: credibility is currency—perspective is product (42:25). #ShannonSharpe #KevinGates #LeBronJames #ItsUpTherePodcast #BigLoon #Patreon #NBA #BlackPodcast #HipHopMedia Join Our Its Up There Podcast Clip Channel now https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh6Wk40kcNcMJ4t_jtmluw Discord https://discord.gg/GJKXMWQS For all exclusive interviews & more content not here click here https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🚨Unreleased Interviews https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🦺All Merch Options teespring.com/its-up-there-podcast-merch 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jheeb8FxYVDRo8khyrz36?si=e339dD2JRte2MYX2Uon3BQ 👀 SUBSCRIBE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw 👂 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-up-there-podcast/id1317524092?uo=4 👣FOLLOW ITS UP THERE PODCAST HOST : INSTAGRAM | fogfo_looney TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@fogfo_looney PATREON| https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast SUBSCRIBE TO Youtube Channel ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw WATCH MORE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwNIuOcAtoo&list=PLnwwxLxHiDWayq4HPgNYUtsAGvqe3liOO

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In this episode of It’s Up There Podcast, Loon sits down with Rory for a no-filter conversation that goes beyond podcast beef and dives into the truth behind the podcast industry, the cost of vulnerability, and why so many platforms are pushing entertainment over authenticity. Rory opens up about what really happened behind the scenes with Joe Budden, why he regrets even telling the truth publicly, and how lies often travel further than honesty in this new age of content. Loon presses him on his role in the business of podcasting, helping creators get deals, and why he rarely speaks up for himself—even when the smut gets thrown on his name. The conversation moves into deep waters: Is Joe Rogan still worth $300 million at Spotify, or is the podcast bubble about to burst? Why Rory stopped reading comments and how chasing fire emojis can kill your creativity How real podcasting has been hijacked by reaction culture and viral lies Why truth, trauma, and trust are the most dangerous parts of building a platform Loon and Rory also discuss Rumble vs. Twitch, the streaming war for creators like Kai Cenat, and why so many personalities online are just performing pain for profit. They also go deep on Andrew Tate, manipulation in media, and how people are using therapy buzzwords as branding tools instead of healing. If you’ve ever felt conflicted about building in public, protecting your peace, or calling out false narratives without feeding the clout machine—this episode is a blueprint. 🎯 Come for the talk about Spotify, Rogan, and Rory’s journey—stay for the game Loon drops on how to survive the noise without selling your soul. 🟡 Subscribe to the channel 🟣 Join the Patreon for uncut episodes: https://patreon.com/ItsUpTherePodcast 🟠 Tap into the Discord: https://discord.gg/3AwsHfDcJB 🔵 Follow on Instagram & TikTok @ItsUpTherePodcast 🔴 Full podcast playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnwwxLxHiDWYLCXvb81w69QAfr6cc1Y3N #ItsUpTherePodcast #Rory #JoeBudden #PodcastBeef #SpotifyPodcasts #Charlamagne #AndrewTate #KaiCenat #Loon #BlackEffect #HipHopPodcasts #RealConvos #ContentCreators Rory: Joe Budden Snake Moves, Vlad Can’t Be Trusted, Kai Cenat Pressured, Rory Regrets Exposing Joe Budden | Says Vlad Profits Off Black Trauma, Joe Rogan Untouchable, Twitch Owns Kai Cenat Rory Breaks Silence on Joe Budden Fallout + Says Industry Rewards Liars + Talks Vlad, Rogan, Kai Cenat, More Rory Regrets Exposing Joe Budden | Vlad TV Called Out, Joe Rogan’s Power, Twitch Owns Kai Cenat Rory Regrets Exposing Joe Budden | Says Vlad Profits Off Black Trauma, Joe Rogan Untouchable, Twitch Owns Kai Cenat 00:00 - Rory on Spotify’s Podcast Strategy & Why They Carve Out Joe Rogan 10:42 - Rory Says Liars Are Better Entertainers: “Truth Don’t Matter” 18:31 - Loon Breaks Down His Trust Issues Post Street-to-Podcast Transition 24:50 - Podcast Fans Acting Like They Know You: The Burden of Vulnerability 35:29 - Rory on Joe Budden: “I Thought I Was in Control. I Wasn’t.” 42:10 - Why Loon Cuts Off Comments & How Praise Became a Drug 51:25 - Rory Defends His Impact in Podcasting While People Call Him Soft 58:50 - Are the Streaming Numbers Even Real? Loon Challenges the Metrics 1:08:22 - Kai Cenat vs Twitch & Rumble: Rory Reacts to the Streaming War 1:15:45 - Rory Says Andrew Tate Is a Master Manipulator 1:24:10 - Loon Asks: Who Has More Value — Andrew Tate or Joe Rogan? 1:32:55 - Loon Talks Vlad, Trap Lore Ross, & Who Should Really Hold the Mic 1:38:20 - Why Podcasting Ain’t Safe on YouTube Anymore 1:45:00 - Loon on Charlamagne, Fred Taylor, & Holding the Culture Accountable 1:53:20 - Rory: “I’ve Helped More Podcasters Eat Than Anyone But Charlamagne” 1:58:40 - Final Thoughts: Why Vulnerability Costs Too Much to Fake Rory Breaks Silence on Joe Budden Fallout + Says Industry Rewards Liars + Talks Vlad, Rogan, Kai Cenat, More Rory Regrets Telling the Truth About Joe Budden | “It Changed Nothing”

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This Is Why Joe Budden Almost Fired Melissa Ford After That Drake Line This episode, Loon delivers a piercing breakdown of one of the most hypocritical moves in podcasting history. When Drake shouted out Melissa Ford on "Give Me a Hug" — while taking a jab at Joe Budden — the Joe Budden Podcast team secretly bought the domain on Drake’s merch and rerouted it to Joe's Patreon. Not Melissa’s. Not a collab. Straight exploitation. In this episode of It’s Up There Podcast, Loon breaks down one of the wildest betrayals in podcast history — and it’s got Joe Budden written all over it. When Drake dropped "Give Me a Hug" and gave Melissa Ford a shoutout while simultaneously throwing shade at Joe, fans expected Mel to shine off the moment. But what happened instead? Joe Budden’s team snatched the domain name tied to Drake’s merch drop and rerouted it to his Patreon, cutting Mel out entirely. Loon pulls the mask off the manipulation and asks the hard questions: 🧠 Why would a self-proclaimed creator advocate hijack a moment meant for his co-host? 💼 Is this business innovation or just ego-driven overreach? 🏛️ How does this mirror the corporate behavior Joe Budden used to protest at Complex & Spotify? 🧩 Why do Black women keep getting shut out of platforms they help build? This episode dives deeper than gossip — it’s a cultural x-ray of gatekeeping, branding betrayal, and hypocrisy in the new media landscape. 🔍 SEO-Friendly Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Why It’s Up There Podcast Is Leading the Culture 01:45 – What Every Creator Needs to Hear Right Now 03:22 – LaRussell’s Shift on Labels & Creator Control 06:01 – The Rise of Joe Budden: From Rapper to Podcaster 09:50 – Drake Mentions Melissa Ford on “Give Me a Hug” 13:30 – Joe Budden Team Grabs the Viral URL Behind Her Back 17:40 – Why This Was Exploitation, Not a Strategic Collab 20:10 – Legal Grey Areas: Could This Lead to a Lawsuit? 24:30 – The Ironic Fall: Joe Becomes the System He Fought 28:45 – PR Spin & Joe’s Internal Pushback 32:12 – Melissa Ford’s Role: Strategy or Stand? 36:10 – How the Creator vs Culture Debate Is Changing 38:55 – Bonus: Brick Baby vs Loose Cannon Situation 42:25 – No Jumper’s Gang War Allegory & Street Exploitation 47:50 – Adam22’s Role & Why He Didn’t Intervene 53:00 – Final Word: What Accountability in New Media Really Looks Like 55:42 – Closing Remarks: Don’t Just Build For You. Build For Us. 📌 JOIN THE LOONIVERSE 🎥 Full Episodes ➤ https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnwwxLxHiDWYLCXvb81w69QAfr6cc1Y3N 💬 Join The Community ➤ https://discord.gg/3AwsHfDcJB 🎧 Patreon Exclusives ➤ https://patreon.com/ItsUpTherePodcast 📸 Follow on IG ➤ @ItsUpTherePodcast 🎙️ Available on Black Effect & Everywhere You Get Podcasts 🗣️ Comment your thoughts below. Was Joe protecting the brand—or blocking the people who built it? 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear the truth. #ItsUpTherePodcast #JoeBudden #MelissaFord #Drake #HipHopMedia #Loon #PodcastDrama #BlackEffect #ViralMoments #PodcastGatekeeping #CulturalCommentary

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Young Thug On The Heels Of New Album " Uy Scuti" And we have an powerful and revealing episode of *It’s Up There Podcast*, Loon sits down with Juror 56 — the lead juror from the Young Thug YSL RICO trial — for a rare and uncensored conversation. This isn't just commentary. This is the man who ran the jury room, speaking publicly for the first time about how dangerously close the trial came to putting Young Thug behind bars for life. Juror 56 recounts the intense emotional pressure inside the courtroom and explains how jurors clashed behind closed doors — particularly over the use of rap lyrics as evidence. According to him, the jury was just three votes away from a life sentence, and it was his leadership that prevented a conviction based on music and speculation. He reveals what it was like being shuttled into court under security lockdown, the political power plays happening between DA Love and defense attorney Brian Steele, and why he believes the State mishandled the case from day one. He also dives into how the court's decision to allow Young Thug’s lyrics into evidence nearly changed the outcome — and exposes how media narratives and courtroom theatrics almost overshadowed the facts. He opens up about the juror selection process, the internal conflicts between jurors, and the real reason the jury almost split down the middle. This episode is raw, intelligent, and culturally important. It's not just about Young Thug — it's about how close the system came to making him an example, and what it took to stop that from happening. Whether you’re tapped into hip hop, politics, or the justice system, this is one of the most revealing conversations ever recorded about the YSL trial. 00:00 – Lead Juror Speaks for the First Time 02:10 – How He Got Selected for the YSL Trial 06:50 – “I Didn’t Know Who Young Thug Was at First” 13:15 – Rap Lyrics in Court: What Jurors Really Thought 18:40 – DA Love vs. Brian Steele: The Courtroom Clashes 25:05 – “We Were Arguing Over Lyrics for Days” 31:00 – Inside the Jury Room: Voting Breakdown 36:30 – Why the Jury Almost Split 43:10 – Was Thug Set Up to Lose from Day One? 50:45 – Why He Says Simone Should’ve Led the Case 57:00 – Final Verdict: What Made the Decision Clear --- 🎯 FOLLOW & SUPPORT: 🔗 Patreon (Early Drops, Bonus Audio): https://patreon.com/ItsUpTherePodcast 💬 Discord Community: https://discord.gg/3AwsHfDcJB 📺 Full Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnwwxLxHiDWYLCXvb81w69QAfr6cc1Y3N --- #YoungThug #YSLTrial #Juror56 #ItsUpTherePodcast #YSLRICO #FreeYoungThug #BrianSteele #DALove #CourtroomDrama #RapLyricsInCourt #HipHopNews #ThuggerTrial #JuryRoomBreakdown #SayCheeseTV #Loon #CultureAndCourt Join Our Its Up There Podcast Clip Channel now https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh6Wk40kcNcMJ4t_jtmluw Discord https://discord.gg/GJKXMWQS For all exclusive interviews & more content not here click here https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🚨Unreleased Interviews https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🦺All Merch Options teespring.com/its-up-there-podcast-merch 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jheeb8FxYVDRo8khyrz36?si=e339dD2JRte2MYX2Uon3BQ 👀 SUBSCRIBE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw 👂 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-up-there-podcast/id1317524092?uo=4 👣FOLLOW ITS UP THERE PODCAST HOST : INSTAGRAM | fogfo_looney TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@fogfo_looney PATREON| https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast SUBSCRIBE TO Youtube Channel ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw WATCH MORE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwNIuOcAtoo&list=PLnwwxLxHiDWayq4HPgNYUtsAGvqe3liOO

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Adam22 Pressed on Using Black Culture, Clout Chasing Criminals & No Jumper Falling Apart Adam22 Confronted for Clout Chasing Off Street Culture, Fearing Akademiks, and Losing Control of No Jumper as Staff Turn On Him Adam22 Of No Jumper pulls up to It’s Up There Podcast and gets pressed on everything the internet's been scared to say to his face. From accusations of using Black culture for profit to clout chasing criminal cases, Loon asks the questions that made other platforms nervous. In this explosive sit-down, Adam22 addresses the growing belief that he built No Jumper off Black trauma, only to let the platform crumble once the pressure hit. He responds to claims that he clout-chased off gang beefs, exploited street dudes for views, and played both sides when Akademiks started applying pressure. Loon confronts Adam directly on why he still won’t check Akademiks, and what it says about loyalty, fear, and power in hip-hop media. As No Jumper loses staff and credibility, Adam opens up about the business falling apart behind the scenes — and whether his own ego, decisions, and detachment from the culture played a role in its decline. 🔑 Key Topics in the Interview 00:00 – Adam22 on building No Jumper off the culture 06:40 – Why he clout-chased street rappers & criminal headlines 12:55 – Loon questions if he used Black trauma to go viral 18:30 – Joe Budden confrontation & why it exposed real tension 25:45 – Adam on Akademiks: fear, fake peace, and public perception 33:10 – Staff leaving No Jumper & internal issues getting out of hand 40:00 – Loon on what makes content dangerous vs. impactful 45:20 – Adam22 talks about keeping control while everything fell apart 52:10 – The difference between respecting the culture vs. using it 59:00 – Loon breaks down why ownership without accountability is hollow 1:05:00 – Adam on the future of No Jumper & where he stands with the culture 🎯 This episode covers: Black culture & exploitation in hip-hop media Adam22’s public fallout with Akademiks No Jumper’s internal collapse and staff exits Clout chasing vs. storytelling in street interviews Joe Budden, Vlad, and the media war over who owns the narrative 📌 SUPPORT + FOLLOW: 🔒 Patreon for early access: https://patreon.com/ItsUpTherePodcast 💬 Join the convo on Discord: https://discord.gg/3AwsHfDcJB 📺 YouTube playlist of all episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnwwxLxHiDWYLCXvb81w69QAfr6cc1Y3N 📱 Follow us on IG: https://instagram.com/ItsUpTherePodcast 🎯 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@itsuptherepodcast 🎥 Snapchat: https://story.snapchat.com/@itsuptherepodcast 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsuptherepodcast #Adam22 #NoJumper #Akademiks #CloutChasing #briccbaby #nojumperclips #wack100

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In this powerful episode of It’s Up There Podcast, Loon unpacks the full timeline and layered psychology behind Lil Durk’s federal indictment, King Von’s murder, and the toxic role 6ix9ine and DJ Akademiks played in tricking one of the most respected rappers in the game off the streets. 🎯 This episode explains: How 6ix9ine turned Slide for Von from a rally cry into a war cry Why DJ Akademiks’ blogging strategy fueled violence instead of just “documenting culture” The deeper implications of grief becoming groupthink in the age of social media How Chicago street politics, music industry exploitation, and internet trolls collided to create a deadly ecosystem Why Lil Durk should have redirected the narrative — and how it could’ve saved him from federal attention 🔍 Key Topics Covered: 6ix9ine trolling Lil Durk after King Von’s death Akademiks using Durk and Von's pain for streaming numbers The fake “Slide for Von” campaign and what it really meant Wack 100's credibility decline after sitting with 6ix9ine How bloggers turned street trauma into monetized content Why the internet is weaponizing grief and cultural loyalty How fake gangsta content has become a profitable business model Real strategy behind 6ix9ine’s media manipulation ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – Welcome to the show + reflections on support & growth 3:35 – Why rappers today lack the discipline of Jay-Z & Diddy 6:10 – Time well spent vs time wasted: how streamers are affecting rappers 9:15 – Slide for Von wasn’t supposed to be a war cry 13:30 – 6ix9ine’s “Slide for Von” campaign: how it tricked the streets 17:45 – DJ Akademiks' role in boosting 6ix9ine's disrespect 22:00 – Durk’s mental state & pressure from Chicago’s expectations 27:30 – Why Dirk should’ve controlled the “Slide for Von” narrative 30:15 – Breakdown of Dirk’s viral IG Live after 6ix9ine trolled him 36:10 – Industry gatekeepers vs authentic voices: who’s really influencing culture? 41:05 – The myth of street loyalty in the digital era 44:50 – Why 6ix9ine & Ak were never held accountable for instigating violence 49:00 – Monetizing trauma: bloggers vs responsibility 52:45 – Slide for Von became an emotional trap for Durk 56:30 – Culture war: street vs blog — who controls the story? 1:00:00 – What Dirk should’ve done differently to shift the energy 🔎 SEO Keywords to Rank For: Lil Durk arrested 2025, Slide for Von explained, 6ix9ine troll Lil Durk, DJ Akademiks controversy, Wack 100 loses credibility, King Von documentary, how 6ix9ine tricked the streets, fake gangsters in rap, 6ix9ine and Akademiks interview, Lil Durk vs 6ix9ine, Von revenge, Slide for Von meaning, metaverse affecting culture, grief in hip hop, music industry manipulation, Chicago drill legacy 📌 Related Searches People Might Use: “Why was Lil Durk arrested 2025” “Slide for Von real meaning” “6ix9ine academics interview” “DJ Akademiks exploiting rappers” “How bloggers profit off beef” “Fake street rappers exposed” “What did 6ix9ine say about Durk” “King Von vs 6ix9ine explained” 💡 Call to Action: This is bigger than gossip — this is about narrative control, grief exploitation, and protecting our culture from digital puppeteering. If you rock with the real, hit that LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to support authentic voices. 🎧 Listen to the full version early on Patreon: https://patreon.com/ItsUpTherePodcast 📲 Join the Discord for exclusive conversations: https://discord.gg/3AwsHfDcJB 🔗 Follow @ItsUpTherePodcast on all platforms ▶️ Watch more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnwwxLxHiDWYLCXvb81w69QAfr6cc1Y3N 🔖 Tags #6ix9ine #LilDurk #DJAkademiks #SlideForVon #KingVon #Wack100 #DrillMusic #ItsUpTherePodcast #Loon #HipHopCulture #RapperBeef #ChicagoRap #BloggersVsRappers #CloutChasing #IndustryManipulation

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