Grown Man Game
Claim This Podcastby Rod and Big Mike
Podcast Overview
<p>Welcome to <b>Grown Man Game</b>. This ain’t just another podcast; it’s a kickback with your brothers Mike and Rod. We’re two Black fathers trading knowledge and wisdom on everything from navigating relationships to the music that shaped us. We’re talking money, mindset, and the unspoken truths of manhood. If you want to laugh, learn, and level up without the fluff—you’re in the right place. Let’s build.</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 4, 2026
Drake, Kendrick, Black Business & the Line Between Culture and Ego
<p>In this episode of <b>Grown Man Game</b>, Rod and Big Mike start off with jokes, health updates, family wins, and AI music before the conversation turns into a full debate about Drake, Kendrick Lamar, UMG, lawsuits, ego, and the business of hip-hop.</p><p></p><p>What starts as a music conversation becomes something deeper. Is suing your label smart business or a sucker move? Can an artist lose a battle but still protect their money? Why does Black culture sometimes treat business moves like betrayal? And how do street culture, ownership, loyalty, and ego all get mixed together?</p><p></p><p>Rod and Mike go back and forth on Drake’s lawsuit, Kendrick’s win, Black business support, crabs in a barrel, and the difference between handling things emotionally versus handling them strategically.</p><p></p><p>This one feels like the barbershop, the group chat, and a business class all at once.</p><p></p><p>Tap in, laugh with us, argue with us, and send this one to somebody who always has an opinion on Drake and Kendrick.</p><h2>Timestamps</h2><p>00:00 - Intro and Big Mike’s almost-perfect alliteration<br />01:05 - Accountability, cancel words, and growing up with old slang<br />04:37 - Big Mike’s daughter uses a wild new phrase<br />07:41 - Words kids can’t say in the house<br />10:58 - Big Mike’s health update and cholesterol win<br />12:02 - AI music, fake singers, and creating songs with prompts<br />14:49 - AI art, water usage, and social media backlash<br />17:02 - Capitalism, social media, and online hypocrisy<br />18:50 - Rod’s daughters promote to middle school and high school<br />20:51 - Rod’s daughters rack up academic awards<br />21:50 - Drake, Kendrick, Kanye, and old vs. new music<br />24:54 - Rod’s take on Drake’s Iceman album<br />25:54 - Big Mike explains why Drake lost him<br />31:10 - Did Drake need to address the industry turning on him?<br />32:10 - Streaming, lawsuits, and Drake’s business situation<br />35:29 - Is suing the label business or a sucker move?<br />37:33 - The White Men Can’t Jump comparison<br />40:05 - Everyone who came at Drake during the beef<br />41:45 - Who benefits from people knowing Drake sued?<br />44:12 - Black culture vs. street culture<br />45:33 - Black business, discounts, and supporting your people<br />48:42 - UMG, money, and why devaluing an artist could be strategy<br />52:39 - Frank Ocean, relevance, and music impact<br />54:29 - Rod explains the business side with a car analogy<br />58:22 - Big Mike says ego is still part of the lawsuit<br />01:02:09 - Can Kendrick win and Drake still have a business case?<br />01:04:46 - Culture, progress, and why capital matters<br />01:07:25 - If I eat, we eat<br />01:09:18 - Crabs in a barrel and the fight for control<br />01:10:54 - Why this debate turned into real Grown Man Game<br />01:13:21 - Drake’s future deal and what it could mean for artists<br />01:17:40 - Outro, social handles, and podcast shoutouts</p>
May 15, 2026
The Internet Got Mad… But This Is the Real Grown Man Game
<p>The internet lost its mind over a conversation about men keeping their phones in their back pocket… but the real conversation went way deeper than that.</p><p>In this episode, Rod and Big Mike break down the viral reaction, social media culture, emotional discipline, masculinity, growth, fatherhood, and why community matters now more than ever.</p><p>They also discuss Dr. Umar’s comments about broken homes, masculine women, absent fathers, and what men can do to help rebuild stronger communities.</p><p>If you’re trying to become a better man, better father, better husband, or just a more grounded human being, this episode is for you.</p><p></p><h2>Timestamps</h2><p>00:00 – Intro<br />00:39 – The viral phone pocket debate<br />02:14 – “This is just how men talk”<br />04:11 – Social media removed accountability<br />06:25 – Why online arguments get so personal<br />08:12 – Mike reflects on changing his mindset<br />10:45 – Rod’s biggest takeaway from the backlash<br />12:52 – Emotional discipline and self-confidence<br />14:01 – Knowing who you are as a man<br />16:09 – Rod talks ADHD, ideas, and writing a book<br />18:01 – The idea behind “Built For This”<br />21:24 – Mike on flexibility, growth, and health<br />24:57 – Why growth requires pruning old beliefs<br />28:30 – Group Chat segment begins<br />31:10 – Dr. Umar clip reaction<br />33:38 – Masculinity, survival, and broken homes<br />38:23 – Teaching daughters independence<br />40:48 – The role of community and mentorship<br />42:15 – Mike shares how childhood trauma shaped him<br />46:17 – Why men must step up for their communities<br />50:07 – Small actions build stronger neighborhoods<br />53:29 – Saluting fathers in public matters<br />56:22 – Why affirmation matters for men<br />57:40 – Final Grown Man Game message<br />59:55 – How listeners can support the podcast</p><p></p><p>🎙️ Grown Man Game Podcast</p><p>Follow the podcast:<br />Instagram: Grown Man Game Podcast Instagram</p><p>Follow Rod:<br />Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/4fitfatherhood?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">4 Fit Fatherhood Instagram</a><br />Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youcancallmecoach.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">You Can Call Me Coach</a></p><p>Listen to the podcast:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.4fitfatherhood.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">4 Fit Fatherhood Podcast Website</a></p>
May 9, 2026
AI, Street Culture & Fatherhood Discussion | Grown Man Game Podcast Ep. 15
<p>AI is changing careers faster than schools can adapt.<br />In this episode of the Grown Man Game Podcast, Rod and Big Mike talk about AI, street culture, celebrity obsession, fatherhood, and the future men are trying to prepare their families for.</p><p></p><p>The conversation moves from funny stories and internet culture into serious discussions about survival, responsibility, masculinity, and what it means to build a better future for the next generation.</p><p>They also break down:</p><ul><li>Why AI is changing careers faster than schools can adapt</li><li>The danger of glorifying street culture</li><li>Why celebrity drama dominates timelines</li><li>The difference between black culture and street culture</li><li>Why the people around you matter as a grown man</li><li>Real stories about road rage, reckless behavior, and maturity</li><li>Parenting daughters in a changing world</li></ul><p>This episode is honest, funny, uncomfortable at times, and full of grown man game.</p><p>If this conversation hit home, share it with another man who needs it.</p><p>Subscribe so you never miss an episode.</p><p></p><p>00:00 – Intro<br />00:45 – Rod forgets his podcast uniform<br />02:00 – Joking about moving to Thailand<br />03:00 – Living cheap in Panama discussion<br />05:00 – Fear about the future for young adults<br />06:10 – AI replacing careers and degrees becoming outdated<br />08:00 – Their daughters’ future careers and AI<br />09:30 – AI in healthcare and doctor visits<br />10:45 – AI hallucinations and mistakes<br />12:00 – AI learning from humans in real time<br />14:00 – Terminator, Matrix and future fears<br />19:00 – Celebrity culture and internet obsession<br />20:00 – Gucci Mane, snitching and street culture discussion<br />22:00 – Klay Thompson & Megan Thee Stallion breakup talk<br />24:00 – Why people worship celebrities<br />25:00 – Growing up between suburbs and the hood<br />27:00 – Parents sacrificing for a better life<br />29:00 – Respecting real struggle without glorifying it<br />31:00 – Gang culture becoming entertainment online<br />33:00 – “You don’t want your kids growing up like that”<br />34:30 – Exploiting trauma and gang culture for content<br />36:00 – “Street culture and black culture are not the same”<br />38:00 – What real snitching actually is<br />41:00 – Why who you ride with matters<br />43:00 – The danger of being around reckless people<br />45:00 – Why grown men must protect their peace<br />47:00 – Road rage stories and survival mindset<br />49:00 – Final thoughts on culture and responsibility<br />50:15 – “Be careful who you surround yourself with”<br />50:45 – Outro</p><p></p><p>#GrownManGame #Fatherhood #AI #BlackCulture #Masculinity #Podcast #Men #StreetCulture #SelfImprovement #FatherhoodPodcast #MentalHealth #Relationships #LifeAdvice #CurrentEvents</p>
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- What is Grown Man Game?
<p>Welcome to <b>Grown Man Game</b>. This ain’t just another podcast; it’s a kickback with your brothers Mike and Rod. We’re two Black fathers trading knowledge and wisdom on everything from navigating relationships to the music that shaped us. We’re talking money, mindset, and the unspoken truths of manhood. If you want to laugh, learn, and level up without the fluff—you’re in the right place. Let’s build.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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