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Pop the Trunk

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by Vinnie Paz and Brendan Long

228 episodes
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Everyone has a podcast, but Vinnie Paz finally has one about the thing that changed his life: Music. “Pop the Trunk” is Vinnie’s first podcast where he’s actually going to talk about music and all the different realms it touches from pop culture to sports, movies, books...it’ll be a free-flowing conversation from his scattered brain. So, come join Vinnie , Brendan, and Billy for what’ll be an unhinged tour through a wide range of topics that all started with a career in music that is one of the more unlikely DIY success stories.

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7/22/2021

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Episode thumbnail for Not Your Average Joe: Joe DeRosa talks Hip Hop roots with Vinnie Paz | Episode 26 | Pop the Trunk

August 12, 2026

Not Your Average Joe: Joe DeRosa talks Hip Hop roots with Vinnie Paz | Episode 26 | Pop the Trunk

<p>Comedian <strong>Joe DeRosa </strong>joins Vinnie and the guys for Episode 26, and the group digs into Joe's early days of hip hop — including who his "cheat code" was, the one that got him hooked on the culture in the first place. From there the conversation moves into Joe's early comedy days, the influences that shaped him, and how he found his own voice on stage. As always it wanders well beyond that too, hitting career stories, some unexpectedly honest reflection, and a run through the Five Spot questions to close it out.</p><p>Of course, Joe joins right in on the typical banter with no topic being too ridiculous.</p><p>Check out Joe’s new special, Never Promised You a Rose Garden, on Netflix.</p>

Episode thumbnail for Cult 45: Vinnie breaks down his conspiracy research

August 5, 2026

Cult 45: Vinnie breaks down his conspiracy research

<p>Episode 25 gets into where Vinnie's fascination with the occult and conspiracy theories actually started, how deep it pulled him in over the years, and how it eventually found its way into his writing. It's a rare look at the research behind the references fans have picked up on for years, told from the source. From there the conversation wanders through everything from childhood habits to internet rabbit holes and heated debates that go nowhere, plus another Dear Vin reading that goes about how you'd expect.</p>

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July 29, 2026

Behind Enemy Lines: The Making of Uncommon Valor | Episode 24 | Pop the Trunk

<p>Today’s episode is a full breakdown of how "Uncommon Valor" actually got made — twenty years after it dropped, still one of the most talked-about concept records in hip hop. The making of that song, the friendship with R.A. the Rugged Man that had to exist before it could happen, and the real history and personal stakes behind the writing. Plus the usual detours you come here for.</p>

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What is Pop the Trunk?

Everyone has a podcast, but Vinnie Paz finally has one about the thing that changed his life: Music.

“Pop the Trunk” is Vinnie’s first podcast where he’s actually going to talk about music and all the different realms it touches from pop culture to sports, movies, books...it’ll be a free-flowing conversation from his scattered brain. So, come join Vinnie , Brendan, and Billy for what’ll be an unhinged tour through a wide range of topics that all started with a career in music that is one of the more unlikely DIY success stories.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

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Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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