What’s good people, we’re taking a break from the hiatus to bring you a brand new episode full of Big Koi Energy, some positivity, and more importantly taking ownership of your creativity and keeping the space around you healthy. Unfortunately, we're still that pod you can't take anywhere - Renzo sets off a rant about pizza, Chris thinks ya'll don't drink enough water, and Big Rob's got his top 5 passive aggressive statements (a follow up from a previous episode). We got all that and more on this latest episode from your favorite Struggle Podcast. Tip for the week: Stay away from coffee makers at the hotel.

The US captures Maduro, Will Smith is sued for wrongful termination and sexual harassment, Drake is hit with a RICO lawsuit, 50 Cent and Papoose exchange shots over social media, Doechii responds to critics, and Beyoncé officially reaches billionaire status. 2026 is off to a crazy start. We’re not even a week in! On the shenanigan front, Big Rob hates cookies, but not the kind you think, Chris has declared war on all the hoes for 26’, and Renzo is perplexed as to why anyone would be crazy enough to diss Kendrick Lamar.

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Intro:

Norratamo - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTDfNGEEr97/?igsh=MXRmcm8yMmNyZHJ1cw==

Venezuela Breakdown:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=0hoibW7eHt7nQ3gN&v=wu9QSeAI22I&feature=youtu.be

Will Smith Case:

https://pagesix.com/2026/01/03/celebrity-news/will-smiths-sexual-harassment-accuser-shared-cryptic-message-days-before-filing-lawsuit/

Drake Rico Lawsuit:

https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/01/02/drake-adin-ross-gambling-lawsuit-rico-stake/87991186007/

50 & Pap Back:

https://hiphopdx.com/news/50-cent-papoose-beef/

Pr0n Hub Is Blocked:

https://www.pcmag.com/news/pornhub-blocked-missouri-ariz-virginia-fla-how-to-watch-anyway-vpn

Beyonce Hits Billionaire Status:

https://hiphopdx.com/news/beyonce-billionaire-net-worth/

We linked up over the weekend to run that Monopoly game back. Originally recorded over the weekend, we had a lot of fun just playing the game. Whether you're chilling at home for the holidays or spending it with friends and family, we want you to know we appreciate you!!!

Happy Holidays from Three Angry Black People!

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We took a break from the news cycle to play Monopoly as promised during our Patreon episode. With Christmas around the corner, we chat about what's on our wish list, while yelling over fictional property and making cash deals - y'know, capitalism at its finest. We won't spoil who won, but if you've tuned into any episodes where we play a card game, you can already guess how this will go! Put us on in the background or grab your favorite snack, y' know how we give it up!

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De La’ is releasing a new album, Outkast gets inducted into the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame, Cam’ron sues J. Cole, and 50 trolls Diddy over TMZ leaked prison photos. It’s a music news-heavy episode, but you know how we do, and it’s just not a ThreeABP show without shenanigans! Big Rob’s questioning etiquette when it comes to company-provided lunch, Renzo plays reaction roulette with the squad, and Chris attempts to create peace between the fellas over Monopoly.

Grab your favorite snack, put us on in the background, and soak up the vibes.

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Fresh off the doom and gloom part of the show, we get into some music news and shenanigans. Didn't get raptured? Don't feel bad, at least the price of cocaine is cheaper! See, there's a silver (or white) lining to almost everything. Tap in and get some much-needed vibes. Speaking of vibes, Mariah's new album, Here For It All, is just that — a vibe. Don't get it twisted, we're still Exhausted AF, but with some laughs - unless you're Big Rob, who finally saw the Superman movie.

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Rihanna and A$SAP Welcomes Baby Girl - https://hiphopdx.com/news/rihanna-gives-birth-daughter-asap-rocky/

Cardi Disses Ice Spice, Lil Uzi Vert, JT, and Bia - https://hiphopdx.com/news/cardi-b-disses-bia-ice-spice-lil-uzi-vert-jt-am-i-drama/

If you've been doomscrolling and need a break, skip to the next episode. A lot is going on in the world and on US soil. It's crazy times we're living in, and while we try to keep things lighthearted, we're tired.

Rest in Peace, Assata Shakur, a Black Liberation Activist and revolutionary.

Assata Shakur Passes Away via PBS: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/assata-shakur-fugitive-black-activist-who-escaped-life-sentence-for-killing-police-officer-dies-in-cuba

The Free Black Women’s Bookstore PDF of Assata’s Biography - https://linktr.ee/thefreeblackwomenslibrary?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwNGJ-NleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp1bSxJNCcPtRZeEkb0pxmL5bhvR8WjMtkSUx-MH4XeLcBFUcIb0w7D-dgvj3_aem_mOIfRUHFWI0gYk2ipflzvQ

Workers Penalized for CK comments - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/19/workers-disciplined-charlie-kirk-shooting

Your favorite struggle podcast is back, and you know how we give it up! We got shenanigans, serious topics, and some light-hearted convo to get you through the day or week. Umar’s fundraising, and he’s asking for more than just your grit money, Snoop addresses his lightyear comments, and Taylor stays classy during a spat with Ostapenko, who doesn’t know how to accept a loss. Tap in and soak up some vibes.

Intro Song: Scru Face Jean - Document 79 (Drake Response)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GA9nxLD4s9A

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AP News: Boy wounded in Minnesota

https://apnews.com/article/catholic-school-shooting-victims-grief-e116fe0dd0d0662bbe69f5026e3fb313

HipHopDx - Freddie downplays the Benny the Butcher encounter.

https://hiphopdx.com/news/freddie-gibbs-plays-down-airport-encounter-with-benny-the-butcher/

Dr. Umar -

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/dr-umar-johnson-sparks-controversy-with-500-lunch-fundraiser-for-struggling-academy/ar-AA1KTFgN

Snoop on Same Sex Couple In Lightyear: My Bad

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/snoop-dogg-addresses-same-sex-couple-lightyear-comments-1235419344/

The Root Taylor Ostapenko beef.

https://www.theroot.com/lip-reader-reveals-what-was-really-said-between-taylor-2000059546

HipHopDX

https://hiphopdx.com/news/camron-plays-brutal-prank-on-actor-with-fake-movie/