Aaron Ridge on Chris Brown’s Violence, Drake’s Disconnect & Why Jermaine Dupri Won’t Marry | Ep. 145
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On episode 145 of The Man Dem Show, Guttzy Guttz & DJ Laz Vagez are joined by special guest, R&B singer Aaron Ridge, for a deep-diving conversation covering the biggest topics in music and culture.
Aaron Ridge explains why he can’t support Chris Brown due to his history of violence, leading to a broader debate on toxic masculinity and accountability. The mandem also tackle the growing disconnect between Drake and his hometown of Toronto, questioning if the city’s biggest artist does enough for his community, especially in the wake of local tragedy.
Plus, we break down if Tyla’s latest project was a “flop” and the controversy surrounding her identity, Jermaine Dupri’s shocking reasons for avoiding marriage, and why so many men in the city seem to have no game.
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Intro: The Pod Wars Heat Up
00:09:06 – Drake vs. Kendrick Round 2? Drake’s Deal with UMG
00:11:26 – Debate: Does Drake Do Enough for Toronto?
00:19:28 – Special Guest Aaron Ridge Joins the Show
00:19:44 – Why Aaron Ridge Won’t Go to a Chris Brown Concert
00:22:45 – The Broader Discussion on Men Committing Violence Against Women
00:29:43 – A Civilian’s Perspective on Toronto’s Street Violence
00:32:02 – The Root Cause of Violence: Lack of Opportunity & Systemic Traps
00:40:59 – Aaron Ridge Promotes His New Music
00:45:23 – Random Topic: Is There a Wrong Place for First-Time Sex?
00:55:05 – Did Tyla’s New Album Flop? Breaking Down the Numbers
01:04:25 – How Tyla’s “I’m Not Black” Comment Affected Her Career
01:07:29 – Jermaine Dupri Explains Why He’ll Never Get Married
01:19:45 – JD Wants a “D-Boy” Lifestyle at 50+ Years Old
01:29:13 – Why Don’t Men in the City Have Game Anymore?
01:35:34 – Reacting to Underground Nation’s Dating Show Clip
01:38:59 – Reacting to Toronto Rappers Word Association Clip
01:43:24 – Fivio Foreign Says He Grew Up on Meek Mill & Chief Keef
01:47:04 – Reacting to the “McDonald’s Got Fish Filet” Viral Clip
01:48:53 – John Wall Retires from the NBA
01:51:33 – Quick Hits: Chrisean Rock, Football Slap & Fainting Goats
01:54:58 – Outro
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