About the Show
A podcast that celebrates and honors the best in music, movies, and TV from the past. Hosted by knowledgeable and passionate fans of the genres, Christina and Miguel delve into the careers and legacies of some of the biggest names in hip hop, R&B, and pop culture. From discussing the groundbreaking music of Missy Elliott and Mary J. Blige, to exploring the iconic moments in TV and film, like the chaos at the '95 Source Awards, T.R.O.Y. has something for everyone. So join us as we reminisce over the artists, movies, and TV shows that have shaped our lives and continue to influence popular culture today. Don't forget to rate and follow T.R.O.Y. on your favorite podcast service and socials.
Hosts
Christina Truong
Miguel Weston
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Recent Episodes
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Teena Marie. Jon B. Lisa Stansfield. Bobby Caldwell. What do these people have in common? In this episode, we're diving into our favorite "White People Jams." Joining us is our fam from the Queue Points Podcast, Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel.
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We’re talking about the 1995 classic Friday, starring Ice Cube and Chris Tucker. A film that’s still serving up laughs and quotables 30 years later. We get into what set Friday apart from the other so-called “hood” movies of the ’90s and early 2000s.
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This episode is all about some of your favorite hook singers (Tammy Lucas, Vinia Mojica and LaToiya Williams) and video and tour dancers like Oaktown's .357 (MC Hammer), Str8 Ahead (Bell Biv DeVoe) and Hot Dog (Chubb Rock).
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This week we're discussing three brothers from Boston, who were able to bridge the gap between hip hop and R&B in a way that hadn’t been done yet. Their music was “mentally Hip Hop, smoothed out on the R&B tip, with a Pop feel, appeal to it.”
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