What I’m Slappin

What I'm Slappin Ep 8 | From Richmond to UC Berkeley. From The Frontline to the classroom. LEFT breaks it all down.

This episode features LEFT, legendary Richmond rapper from The Frontline, producer, UC Berkeley professor, hooper, devoted Muslim, and certified “shit talker.” Hosts Bort and Marcus Peters kick things off by recapping last week’s highlights before tapping in with LEFT for a conversation that blends hip-hop history, Bay Area culture, fatherhood, faith, teaching, and growth. In this episode, LEFT breaks down: What he’s slappin’ + rapid fire reactions to classics His journey leaving rap and returning as a professor at UC Berkeley What Richmond taught him & how it shaped his worldview Stories from The Frontline + the Bay Area rap scene pre- and post-hyphy Producing back then vs today His best moments as an educator and how hip-hop is woven into his teaching Navigating rap while being Muslim The importance of OGs, mentorship, and raising the next generation What fatherhood has taught him and how it reshaped his understanding of manhood This is a conversation full of wisdom, history, humor, vulnerability, and Bay Area brilliance.

What I’m Slappin Ep 7 | Kamm Carson on Del Amo, Lyricism & “Off My Chest”

This episode features Carson, CA rapper Kamm Carson, known for his lyrical storytelling, West Coast influence, and work with Ab-Soul on “California Dream.” We talk about the Off My Chest EP, Del Amo culture, independent artistry, and the musical roots of Carson. If you enjoy interviews with artists like Ab-Soul, Reason, Vince Staples, LaRussell, or West Coast lyricists, this episode is for you. Tap in for real conversations, artist development insights, and new West Coast music.

What I'm Slappin EP 6 | D’Angelo Louis creative exec at Ryan Coogler’s Proximity Media on how ShoeBox is more than a film.

In this episode, hosts Cortney “Bort Bort” McCoy and Marcus Peters "Juice" kick off the show by introducing themselves and the vision behind What I’m Slappin, a show that celebrates the soundtracks of our lives through real conversations, fresh slapps, and inspiring stories. This week’s special guest is D’Angelo “D’Lo” Louis, a director, writer, and producer from Richmond, CA, and a creative executive at Ryan Coogler’s Proximity Media. D’Lo joins the crew to talk about his award-winning short film “ShoeBox,” the powerful story behind it, and the soundtrack that brings it all to life. In this episode: The meaning of a “slapp” and why it’s more than just a song New music breakdowns + throwback slapps D’Lo on his journey from incarceration to filmmaking The making of ShoeBox and its album Fatherhood, second chances, and paying it forward Live performance by 4toda5to – “1/10/11” Community spotlight: Juice-C-Juice in Carson Drop a comment and tell us what YOU’RE slappin with #WhatImSlappin Subscribe, like, and tap in weekly for new interviews, live performances, and community highlights! Follow the hosts: @_bortbort | @mpjuiceman | @whatimslappin Follow the guest: @dlo.louis | @theshoeboxfilm

What I'm Slappin EP 5 | JJ'88 keeps it real about Faith, Freedom, & Forgiveness

This powerful episode, hosts Bort and Marcus Peters sit down with JJ’88, a singer, rapper, and songwriter from Long Beach, California, whose latest project on Netflix "Songs from the Hole" that serves as both an album and a documentary soundtrack telling his remarkable story of redemption, faith, and freedom. JJ’88 opens up about: His journey from incarceration to independence How music became his form of healing and storytelling Mental health, forgiveness, and the power of faith Activism, abolition, and using art for change Creating Songs from the Hole; blending archival footage, praise dance, and raw truth This isn’t just a conversation; it’s a testament to resilience, creativity, and redemption.

What I'm Slappin EP 4 | Bryce Savoy talks legacy, independence, fatherhood & the real meaning of a Neighborhood Diamond

In this episode, hosts Bort and Marcus Peters (Juice) sit down with Bryce Savoy — rapper, filmmaker, founder of The Black Neighborhood, creator of Neighborhood Diamonds, and a proud son of Oakland carrying purpose and positivity everywhere he goes. Bryce takes us through his journey from the Town to D.C. to L.A., breaking down how each place shaped his artistry, his identity, and his drive to build community through music and storytelling. This episode explores: Bryce’s early start & the role his parents played The meaning behind Neighborhood Diamond His time at Howard University Stepping fully into filmmaking & the creative parallels with music Leaving Oakland for L.A. & how the city still lives in him Fatherhood, grief, growth, and independence “Big Bryce Son” film and its mission The positive side of hustle — how to uplift the culture Plus — Rapid Fire Slaps, “This Week’s Slaps,” and a live performance from Bryce to close out the show. Drop what YOU’RE slappin’ with #WhatImSlappin. Subscribe, comment, and tap in weekly for real conversations where music meets community.