Don’t Quote Me
Don’t Quote Me is the newest podcast making waves across the net! Join Drect, Rain910, The Last MJ, June PZ & PC for weekly discussions of battle rap, hip hop culture, sports and every day life.
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Episodes
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Kinfolk Kia Shine joins the Don’t Quote Me Podcast for an unforgettable episode packed with history, game, and never-before-heard stories. From the rise of Memphis music and landing publishing deals to writing Drake’s biggest record, exploring fatherhood, making moves in Hollywood, and even meeting The Rock, this episode is a ride through hip-hop culture you don’t want to miss.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
02:23 Cast Intros
05:21 Memphis Music History
10:10 Starting in the Industry
17:27 Rain’s Jay-Z Story
23:30 Publishing Deal
25:18 TVT Deal
29:37 Chitlin Circuit
31:58 Swag Rap
39:00 Jim Jones Story
44:52 Crispy
52:17 Chris Lighty & Business
56:51 Starting a Label in 2025
1:05:59 Writing Drake’s Biggest Song
1:20:04 Glorilla + Hustle & Flow
1:21:58 Pivoting to Movies
1:37:17 Raising Child with Autism
1:53:13 Meeting The Rock
1:55:44 Jelly Roll
1:57:52 The Craziest Story
2:08:08 Memphis Bleek Trivia
Sunday Aug 31, 2025
Sunday Aug 31, 2025
In this episode, Rum Nitty and Danny Myers pull up to Don’t Quote Me for one of the wildest episodes yet. From breaking down punchlines and battle prep to addressing ghostwriting allegations, nothing is off limits. Danny talks about battling The Game, Papoose, Drag-On, SAS, and Lady Luck PLUS the crazy night he ended up sleeping in Central Park. Rum Nitty shares his hardest opponents, his influences, and why E.F.B. is more than just a slogan. We also debate A.I., break down their toughest opponents and Top 5 emcees of all-time.
If you’re a fan of battle rap history, hip hop culture, or just classic storytelling, this episode is a must-watch.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
2:38 Rum Nitty’s Punchlines
5:33 Writer’s Block
8:18 Rum Nitty vs Danny Myers
12:55 Battle Preparation
15:40 Hardest Opponents
20:21 Danny Ghostwriting Allegations
27:08 A.I.
31:33 Danny vs The Game
33:36 Danny vs New York City
38:50 Danny vs Drag-On
45:48 Danny vs Papoose
48:15 Every F****** Bar (E.F.B.)
51:44: Top 5 Emcees
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Boxing and MMA coach Aak Samson of the Tappin' In Podcast (with UFC fighter Philip Rowe) joins Don’t Quote Me to break down the Raja Jackson wrestling assault, offering expert analysis from a combat sports perspective while defending the stance that this incident should not be blamed on Black America, but instead highlights deeper issues with media narratives and business interests.
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
In this episode, battle rap legend Murda Mook sits down to talk about some of the biggest moments of his career and his life. From breaking down classic battles with Loaded Lux, Jae Millz, and Serius Jones, to speaking on almost-battles with French Montana and Drake, Mook keeps it raw and unfiltered.
He also opens up on a personal level about quitting alcohol, losing his mother, and how those experiences shaped the man he is today. Known as the “Jordan of Battle Rap,” Mook reflects on his legacy, Dot Mob, underrated rappers, and even gives us his Top 5 MCs of all-time.
If you’re a fan of hip hop, battle rap history, or just want to hear a legend speak his truth, this episode is a must-watch.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
4:17 Mook vs Detroit
6:36 Jordan of Battle Rap
14:00 Party Arty Battle
16:06 Jae Millz Battle
22:46 Loaded Lux Battle
28:19 Serius Jones Battle
33:11 Mook vs Drake
42:20 Quitting Alcohol
47:33 Losing Mother
52:19 Longest Round
57:40 Dot Mob
1:01:20 Underrated Rappers
1:08:49 Mook vs French Montana
1:12:36 World Series of Hip Hop
01:15:20 Du Rag The Old Murda
1:21:21 Top 5 Emcees
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Queens rapper Kyah Baby joins DQM for a powerful conversation about her journey through life and music. She opens up about her time in prison, shares her perspective on NY rap politics, the changing Queens sound, and the challenges of going indie vs. signing a record deal. We also dive into ghostwriting, authenticity in hip-hop, and her new project - including the story behind her remake of “Missing You” with R&B legend Case.
Timestamps
0:00 Intro
4:58 Rapping + Working
8:16 Playing Ball + WNBA
14:28 NY Politics
16:38 NY sound changing
18:41 Queens is mysterious
21:56 Indie vs Record Deal
23:45 Ghostwriting
30:14 Lying in your Raps
33:44 The Hair
39:06 Going to Prison
48:24 Song with Case
51:50 New Project
6:08 Trivia
Friday Aug 08, 2025
Friday Aug 08, 2025
What’s it like to grow up with Jay-Z as your uncle… and then build your own legacy in the music industry?
In this episode of Don’t Quote Me, we sit down with Rel Carter - Roc Nation’s Director of Artist Partnerships (and JAY-Z’s nephew) for an unfiltered conversation about the state of A&Rs, navigating the industry without relying on family ties, Roc Nation’s roster, and hip-hop culture at large.
From Clipse at Roc Nation to J. Cole, Solo Funds, and his take on battle rap matchups like Twork vs. Lux, Rel shares stories, industry insight, and even gives us his thoughts on whether or not Jay-Z will ever rap again.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:59 Cast
4:06 Are A&Rs Extinct?
9:16 Not Relying on Jay-Z
11:50 Roc Nation Managment
14:33 Solo Funds
17:39 Clipse Roc Nation
20:18 What Celebs Made You Fan Out
32:52 JAY-Z IS YOUR UNCLE
35:29 Roc Nation Rumors
37:38 J. Cole
39:06 Video Games
44:27 Battle Rap
49:46 Twork vs Lux
1:02:04 Industry Rappers Battling
1:05:29 Ghostwriters
1:12:46 Will Jay Rap Again?
1:13:28 Trivia
Friday Aug 01, 2025
Friday Aug 01, 2025
In this episode, legendary New Orleans rapper 3D Na’Tee sits down with the pod to discuss the ins and outs of the music industry and her deep family history.
Friday Jul 25, 2025
Friday Jul 25, 2025
Executive Producer for Ray Daniels Presents, Jack Danz joins the pod to talk about the viral Nas vs Jim Jones moment and start an Atlanta Mt. Rushmore argument that had the pod going crazy!
Friday Jul 18, 2025
Friday Jul 18, 2025
The pod sits down with legendary rapper CL Smooth to discuss his career, relationships and perspective on rap’s current events.
Saturday Jul 12, 2025
Saturday Jul 12, 2025
In this episode, the winner of season 2 of Netflix’s hit show Rhythm + Flow, DreTL joins the pod! We speak about his journey being an overnight rap sensation, UK legend Skepta calling out all US rappers and the top 30 rappers under 30.