Episode 359: We Need a New Black Family

🎙️ Welcome Back to That’s Absurd! This week we’re lighting up the culture with heated debates, wild news, and hip-hop drama that has the streets talking. From Home Depot turning into ICE territory to Shaq threatening RGIII—yeah, it’s one of those episodes.

💭 Question of the Week: Would you date a woman who had sex with a gay man? The Absurd crew tackles this spicy and complex topic. Is it a dealbreaker or a double standard?

🗞️ Notable News:

• RIP Malcolm-Jamal Warner: The beloved Cosby Show star has passed away at age 54. We reflect on his legacy and impact on Black TV.

• ICE Raids at Home Depot: Day laborers and activists protest as Home Depot parking lots reportedly become hotspots for immigration enforcement.

🏛️ Politics:

• Obama Says Every Man Should Have a Gay Friend: A conversation starter or culture clash? The crew weighs in on masculinity, friendships, and representation.

🎤 Hip-Hop Headlines:

• Clipse Drops New Album: Pusha T and Malice reunite—are we calling this an instant classic or mid-tier?

• Skepta vs. Joyner Lucas: Unexpected beef—who came out on top?

• 4Xtra Blows Hand Off With Fireworks: Yes, again. July 4th went way left.

• Meg & Klay / Cardi & Diggs: Dating rumors and breakups have the timelines buzzing.

• Drake Drops “What Did I Miss”: New energy or same old formula?

• Ca$h Out Sentenced: Rapper hit with two life sentences plus 75 years. We unpack what happened.

• Ray J Feels Like an Embarrassment to His Family: Raw and emotional—what’s really going on with the R&B wild boy?

🎭 Pop Culture:

• Coldplay CEO Stirs Drama at Concert: Executive behavior draws heat—what happened onstage?

• Shannon Sharpe Reaches Settlement: Is this the end of his legal battles?

🏀 Sports Talk:

• Shaq Warns RGIII: Says he’ll punch him in the face over continued posts about Angel Reese. Things are personal now.

• NBA Trades: Big names moving—who got better and who got robbed?

• WNBA Players Demand Fair Pay: Players rock “Pay Us What We’re Worth” shirts—will it lead to change?

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