The Breaks – KUTX
by KUT & KUTX Studios, Confucius and Fresh
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About this podcast
Confucius and Fresh talk all things hip-hop.
Episodes
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- Midterm Madness w/ Niky Wooding, Esq. · 40 min · Season 5 Episode 41On this episode we speak with Niky Wooding, Esq about the importance of these midterm elections and your right to vote. We also discuss with her the journey as a black woman in…
- This is Loud! w/ Steve Rifkind · 46 min · Season 5 Episode 40On this ENTIRE episode we have a conversation with the legendary Steve Rifkind about him starting Loud Records, discovering Wu-Tang Clan, Mobb Deep, Big Pun, Three 6 Mafia and…
- Roll Tide! w/ Lynn · 44 min · Season 5 Episode 39On this episode we interview Austin rap artist Lynn about her journey from Alabama, Houston and now Austin and her place in the current female rap ecosphere. Hip-Hop Facts…
- ACL FEST 2026! · 30 min · Season 5 Episode 38On this episode we hit ACL Fest 2026 and interview hometown hero DJ Cassandra and international musician superstar, Rochelle Jordan about their ACL and musical experiences. Fresh…
- Hip-Hop & The Future of Austin Radio · 44 min · Season 5 Episode 37On this episode of we discuss Austin radio’s approach to hip-hop and what it means for the future. We also discuss selective outrage with artists depending on if you are fans of…
- Woodgrain Collection Vol. 2 w/ Bavu Blakes · 45 min · Season 5 Episode 36On this episode we interview Austin rap legend, actual educator/teacher, Bavu Blakes about his upbringing from Garland to Austin, his early rap career (with a shout out to John…
- Raps of Resistance w/ Earl Hopkins & Dr. Jeremy McCool · 43 min · Season 5 Episode 35On this episode we interview authors Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool about their new book “Raps of Resistance: How Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole Reignited a Hip-Hop Tradition”…
- Ridin’ Dirty Down IH-35 w/ Vontay Galaxy · 47 min · Season 5 Episode 34On this episode we talk with Austin rap artist Vontay Galaxy about his start at Texas State and traveling up and down IH-35 spreading his music. We also talk about if there is a…
- NYC to AUS w/ Jai Bliss · 45 min · Season 5 Episode 33On this episode we interview Austin rapper Jai Bliss about her musical journey from New York City to Austin and her musical inspirations. We also discuss the long awaited murder…
- Austin Do We Have A Problem? · 45 min · Season 5 Episode 32On this episode we discuss what are favorite rappers bio movies are and our reservations about the upcoming Snoop Dogg film. We also discuss whether or not Austin is trying to…
- New Generations of Hip-Hop · 43 min · Season 5 Episode 31On this episode we have a conversation with KUTX interns Joel and Monica about their first introduction to hip-hop. Hip-Hop Facts include facts about Frank Ocean, Jay-Z, Outkast…
- GOAT Talk · 39 min · Season 5 Episode 30We are still celebrating the birthday of Hip-Hop! On this episode, we discuss our favorite rap albums and also what we consider the biggest disappointment in Hip-hop history…
- Happy Birthday Hip-Hop! w/ Tee Double · 42 min · Season 5 Episode 29On this episode we celebrate the 54th anniversary of the creation of Hip-Hop with Austin legend (and future Hall of Famer) Tee Double. Hip-Hop Facts include facts about hip-hop…
- What is the KCC Fest? w/ Sunhi & Cherri · 39 min · Season 5 Episode 28On this episode we interview artists Cherri and Sunhi (Sue-Knee) about their viewpoint on R&B in Austin and also their upcoming performances at the Kinky Coily Curly festival…
- Do Rappers Owe Their Communities? · 48 min · Season 5 Episode 27On this episode we talk about Jay Z’s three night residency at Yankee Stadium and what it means for his overall legacy. We also discuss if rappers owe the communities they come…
- Summer Jam 2026! w/ Soto the Activist · 44 min · Season 5 Episode 26On this episode we discuss our upcoming Hot Summer Nights showcase, Summer Jam, and we interview Austin hip-hop artist Soto the Activist, who is also performing there. We also…
- Fake It Till You Make It · 43 min · Season 5 Episode 25On this episode we discuss the lawsuit against rapper Moneybagg Yo and his manager over funding of his career and him not already being rich before fame. We also give our…
- Orange & Blue Skies · 42 min · Season 5 Episode 24On this episode we discuss the New York Knicks winning their first NBA championship in 53 years. We also discuss our favorite New York rap anthems to help Knicks celebrate…
- Is Female Rap In Trouble? · 45 min · Season 5 Episode 23On this episode we touch on a subject, we have discussed before with male rappers, but this time we talk about, the seemingly decline in popularity of female rappers. We also…
- Hovi Baby! · 45 min · Season 5 Episode 22On this episode, we discuss Jay-Z’s recent performance at the Roots Picnic and the controversy that came with it. We also discuss what is more important, musical legacy or…
- Our Minds Were Always Free w/ Lisa Davis · 41 min · Season 5 Episode 21On this episode we interview entertainment lawyer, author, Lisa Davis about her book Our Minds Were Always Free. We also discuss Complex’s list of the top 50 New York rappers of…
- Is The Iceman (Drake) Melting? · 42 min · Season 5 Episode 20On this episode we discuss our thoughts on Drake’s newest album(s) and whether or not he is still the king of hip-hop. We also discuss the history of black exploitation in music…
- Happy Mother’s Day! · 48 min · Season 6 Episode 19This episode is more special than most because we get to interview our own mothers! We discuss their musical upbringing and learn more about ourselves as well. Hip-Hop Facts…
- Latin Heat w/ DJ Manny Mo · 44 min · Season 6 Episode 18On this episode, we speak with, friend of the show, DJ Manny Mo about the rise of latin music in the last few years. We also talk about the latest fall out from Ticketmaster…
- Simply Lemonade · 40 min · Season 6 Episode 17On this episode we discuss the tenth anniversary of Beyonce’s album “Lemonade” and its lasting legacy in music. We also discuss rappers needing to shut the hell up when it comes…
- Play The Record w/ Bak · 43 min · Season 6 Episode 16On this episode we sit down with Record Play organizer and stand up comedian, Bak, as he talks about what’s next for him. We also discuss hip-hop’s relationship to the fun leaf…
- November Scorpio w/ Tiana Major9 · 48 min · Season 6 Episode 15On this episode we interview R&B artist (from the UK) Tiana Major9 about her newest album “November Scorpio” and working with Babyface. We also discuss the news about rappers…
- Cole World · 45 min · Season 6 Episode 14On this episode, we discuss all the recent interviews J. Cole has done and why we aren’t big fans of them. We also discuss much simpler times when you could download, and burn…
- New Age Media · 45 min · Season 6 Episode 13On this episode we discuss the back and forth between radio personality Mero in NYC and popular streamer Akademiks and what it means for the new age of media. We also discuss…
- SXSW 2026 Hangover · 43 min · Season 6 Episode 12On this episode we recap our annual SXSW showcase SXBreaks and our overall experience with the revamped SXSW festival. We also discuss our thoughts on the Oscars winners from…
- This Or That? · 46 min · Season 6 Episode 11On this episode we discuss who had the bigger impact on hip-hop, James Brown or Michael Jackson. We also talk about the difference, musically, in both Dallas and Houston and the…
- The Breaks LIVE! · 51 min · Season 6 Episode 10On this episode we are LIVE at Central Machine Works with a special episode featuring fellow KUT/KUTX personalities. Our first two segments we have Miles Bloxson (KUT) and Ryan…
- Rockin’ With TheBrosFresh! · 44 min · Season 6 Episode 9On this episode we sit down with Louisiana artists TheBrosFresh and talk about their upcoming music and how is Austin treating them. We also discuss VladTV making tweets about…
- Lovers & Friends · 43 min · Season 6 Episode 8It’s our Valentine’s Day episode! We talk about our favorite rap songs about love and we also talk about two people who hate each other, 50 Cent and Ja Rule. Hip-Hop facts…
- RIP Michael “5000” Watts · 45 min · Season 6 Episode 7On this episode we celebrate the life of DJ Michael “5000” Watts who was huge pioneer in Houston music. We also recap the Grammy’s and see if our predictions are correct. Hip-Hop…
- Austin Needs Hip-Hop · 47 min · Season 6 Episode 5On this episode we talk about how when the city of Austin embraces hip-hop, it’s relevancy, and pockets, increase. We also discuss Kanye’s recent apology and if we believe him or…
- Trap Or Die · 42 min · Season 6 Episode 3On this episode we discuss the recent conversation from some rappers about the “F The Streets” movement and if we think it’s legit or a marketing ploy. We also discuss our…
- Is Austin Hip-Hop Getting In Its Own Way? · 44 min · Season 6 Episode 2On this episode of The Breaks we discuss if Austin hip-hop artists are hindering their careers in any way. We also discuss if J. Cole’s upcoming album The Fall Off is the most…
- Podcasts Killed The Hip-Hop Star · 43 min · Season 6 Episode 1On this episode we discuss if podcasts helped destroy the mystique of some hip-hop artists who have them. We also discuss if this is a show and prove year for the new class of…
- A Year In Review 2025 · 45 min · Season 5 Episode 40On this episode we review our favorite moments from the show as well as our favorite moments from the culture at large. Hip-hop facts include facts about Jim Carrey, Denzel…
- Hip-Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit Interview · 37 min · Season 5 Episode 39On this episode we interview Kevin Solka (Marketing & Digital Strategy Manager for the LBJ Library) about the Hip-Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit. We also discuss hip-hop…
- New Media In Hip-Hop · 42 min · Season 5 Episode 38On this episode we discuss the new Diddy documentary “The Reckoning” that is executive produced by 50 Cent. We also discuss Megan Thee Stallion’s newest legal battle except this…
- Nicki Minaj Speaks at the UN · 44 min · Season 5 Episode 37On this episode we discuss Nicki Minaj going to the UN to speak up on behalf of Nigeria and the United States. We also discuss we seems to be a resurgence of R&B into the…
- Will The Grammy’s Get It Right Next Year? · 47 min · Season 5 Episode 36On this episode we talk about our thoughts on Outkast and Salt N Pepa entering the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. We also discuss the 2026 Grammy nominations and predict who might…
- Do You Have To Support Rap To Be Good At Politics? · 45 min · Season 5 Episode 36On this episode we discuss the proposed Verzuz between 50 cent and T.I. (FYI it’s not happening). We also discuss hip-hop’s role in electing progressive candidates and if it’s…
- Rap Missing On The Billboard Top 40? · 47 min · Season 5 Episode 35On this episode we discuss the aftermath of the No Limit and Cash Money Records Verzuz in Las Vegas. We also discuss the Billboard Top 40 not having in hip-hop songs on it since…
- Our Favorite Moments In Hip-Hop · 43 min · Season 5 Episode 34On this episode we discuss some of favorite, or most important, moments in hip-hop. We also discuss a proposed Houston hip-hop Verzuz between the Screwed Up Click and Swisha…
- D’Angelo The Great · 43 min · Season 5 Episode 33On this episode we discuss the legacy of the late musican D’Angelo who suddenly passed last week at age 51. We also discuss the upcoming Verzuz between hip-hop labels Cash Money…
- Pushing Austin City Limits w/ Geto Gala · 40 min · Season 5 Episode 32On this episode we interview Geto Gala fresh off the stage at ACL 2025 and discuss their career accomplishments. We also discuss the lack of local rappers and singers at ACL this…
- Sertified In Australia! · 44 min · Season 5 Episode 31On this episode, we talk with Austin legend Sertified about his upcoming shows in Australia for SXSW. We also discuss if the song “Still Tippin” is a hip-hop classic or not…
