A Pod Named Kickback
Society & Culture
About
I’m No Brakes Nu’, host of A Pod Named Kickback. I spent 20 years as a rapper from DC who has appeared on 106 & Park, MTV’s Direct Effect and became a legend in DC and the DMV for selling my CD’s out of the trunk of my car and making fire music and music videos that watched like short movies. Never forget. I launched my internet radio show in April of 2012. The last few years I switched it to an official podcast and on this podcast I discuss the biggest stories in pop culture, politics, music, sex, and sports. Some weeks I find one idea I’d like to discuss and solely focus on that. 🤷🏾♂️ I invite some of the brightest, most engaging and entertaining minds I can find to have these discussions with me on my virtual kickback. Don’t tell anyone but sometimes I invite listeners on the podcast too. I record live at 7PM on Sunday nights on youtube. As I come up on my 12th year of edutaining you I only ask that you subscribe to the vibe and tell a friend to do so as well. #NoBrakes@NoBrakesN
Episodes
- Whole Lotta Pressure
On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback , No Brakes Nu, Randy T, GetFitWithJacq, and B-Sade reconnect to talk life, growth, pressure, and everything that’s been happening while the cameras were off. From personal journeys and leveling up t…
- Age of Disclosure
In this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, the hosts reflect on Mother's Day, self-care practices, and concerns about Hantavirus and cruise ships. They also explore the Age of Disclosure documentary and UFOs, and react to the deaths of two b…
- Access vs Alignment | Boundaries, Betrayal & The Culture Shift
Nu’ and Jacq discuss the concepts of access versus alignment, personal boundaries, and respect. The episode also touches on manipulation within online spaces, voting rights, gerrymandering, and their effects on communities of color.
- Michael - snippet review
A Pod Named Kickback discusses the movie Michael in this episode. Listener support is mentioned.
- Mike Was Magic… But the Movie Was Mid | Meg, Klay & The Double Standard Talk
On A Pod Named Kickback, hosts Nu and Jack review the Michael Jackson movie, noting its music and nostalgia but critiquing its storytelling. They also debate the Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson controversy, discussing double standard…
- This is 50!!
After a four-month break, A Pod Named Kickback returns with hosts No Brakes Nu’ and Jacq. They discuss Nu’ turning 50, celebrating life, finding peace and purpose, and their personal evolution. The episode also touches on the current music…
- Oil, Power, and the U.S. Dollar. Plus Hollyweird phucker!
On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, we kick off the New Year with a real conversation about mental calibration, alignment, and why your thoughts, words, and actions have to match if you want real change. We talk New Year’s goals and p…
- The Unstoppable Pod (The Nigga Act Explained)
On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu and the squad dive into mental calibration — the connection between what you think, what you say, and what you do… and how aligning those three shapes who you’re becoming. We break down…
- F*ck The Streets.
“Fuck The Streets” isn’t disrespect—it’s growth. On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu and Jack break down what it really means to evolve when the very mindset that once saved you can destroy the life you’re building now. W…
- Victims Create victims
Tonight’s Kickback gets unconventional — and unfiltered. Inspired by a Joe Budden Podcast moment, we jump into a heated real-world debate sparked on Facebook: Is a $400 tomahawk steak appropriate on a first date? What started as jokes turn…
- What happened to real connections?
On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu’ and Jacqui dive into something we all feel but rarely talk about — real connection. Not DMs, not algorithms, not emojis… we’re talking old-school connection. Eye contact. Energy. Physi…
- All Her Fault
No Brakes Nu’ and Jacqui barely made it this week — blame J Lew and that wild Cowboys comeback — but the Kickback crew still pulled up with a tight 20-minute episode. They break down Netflix’s thriller “All Her Fault,” diving into the twis…
- “Man Up? Or Heal Up? — Men’s Mental Health Matters”
This week on A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu welcomes back Mr. Man Up Monday himself — Randy T — for a powerful conversation on Men’s Mental Health Month. The crew gets real about what it means to be a man battling silent struggles: fro…
- No Brakes in the Friend Zone
When does “just friends” really mean just friends? This week on A Pod Named Kickback, Nu’ and Jacquie (yeah, that’s J-A-C-Q-U-I-E!) dive into the messy truth about the friend zone — why most people waiting there aren’t real friends, and wh…
- Get the A: Love, Alignment & the Kickback Returns
No Brakes Nu’ is back after a two-week break — outside on his unc-tivities but locked in with real perspective. We open by honoring JB on the second anniversary of his passing — remembering who he was, the foundation he laid for this show,…
- Diddy’s 50 Months, Nicki’s Bitterness & Sex in Your Head.
On this episode, we dive into the controversial sentencing of Sean “Diddy” Combs—50 months behind bars for prostitution charges that don’t match the time he received. We break down how he’s being punished for allegations he was already acq…
- Sip & Splill Podcast LIVE event!!
Nu’ and Jacq hag out with the sip & spill podcast and discuss love, dating and relationships. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
- We Said it: Disney, Trump, and the Genocide in Gaza.
On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, Nu and Jacq pull back the curtain and share the real stories that shaped them—growing up in different worlds, facing loss, faith, and constant change, and how those experiences created the voices be…
- Whoopty Doo!!
On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, Nu’ and Jacq dive into the wild mix of headlines and hard truths. First, we break down the killing of Charlie Kirk — from learning who he was, to unpacking his racist legacy, and why not everyone de…
- Ciara vs. Future, Old Atlanta vs. New Atlanta, Petty vs. Petty
This week on A Pod Named Kickback, Nu and Jacq kept it light(ish) with laughs, nostalgia, and a little mess. We kicked things off with the Petty Hall of Fame—what’s the pettiest thing you’ve ever done? From there we compared the old Atlant…
- Finish Strong: Stoicism, Snitches & the 4th Quarter Grind
This week on A Pod Named Kickback, Nu’ and Jacq bring the journey full circle. From breaking down the amygdala to choosing purpose over pleasure, it all leads to Stoicism—mastering your emotions, living in the now, and walking the steady p…
- From Greece to Paris… and a Liquid Dessert 👀 w/ Heide B.| Kickback Travel Ep. 1
The inaugural episode of Kickback Travel kicks off with No Brakes Nu’ and special guest Heidi B as she takes us through her solo adventures across Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Milan, Florence, Pisa, Venice, Versailles, a…
- The Real Reason You Feel Fear & Anxiety.
On this week’s episode of A Pod Named Kickback , we dove deep into the amygdala—your brain’s biggest liar. Nu broke down how it tricks you into thinking you’re in danger when you’re not, and shared personal therapy lessons and mantras like…
- “Purpose Over Pleasure (and the World’s Best KFC)”
This week on A Pod Named Kickback, me and Jacq kicked things off with her Jamaican getaway—specifically, our fascination with why Jamaica’s KFC is hyped as the best in the world. From crispy chicken to secret seasoning theories, we had que…
- Everybody don't deserve a Rest In Peace.
On this episode, No Brakes Nu and Jacq pay tribute to the late, great Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who tragically passed in a drowning accident in Costa Rica. Nu opens up about his own near-death experience on a capsized boat during his recent tr…
- Birds don't sing.
On this emotionally unfiltered episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu’ delivers his most vulnerable session to date. Inspired by the haunting chorus from Clipse’s new track “Birds Don’t Sing”—“they scream in pain”—Nu confronts some…
- Women want to be F*ck boys so bad: Dr. Bryant, Accountability, & The RG3 Clown Show.
No Brakes Nu’ is on fire in this raw, unfiltered episode of A Pod Named Kickback. From Dr. Cheyenne Bryant preaching accountability while playing a man for five years, to RG3 disrespecting Angel Reese with a racist meme—Nu’ holds everybody…
- Hang On!!
This week, No Brakes Nu’ and GetFitWithJacq dive into a heavy but necessary conversation. The tragic passing of Young Noble from Tupac’s group, The Outlawz, hit close to home—especially for Nu, who reflects on the pain of losing someone wh…
- Special live event with Sip & Spill
Nu' was a panelist with Sip & Spill podcast discussing all things love. It was a great event and we wanted to share a snippet with you. Nu' was joined by returning guest Whitney IG: @whitnichole86 and Kimberly @sassykrb , Carlton IG: @Carl…
- Men’s mental health month and manifestation!
On this powerful episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu and GetFitWithJack hold space for a raw and unfiltered conversation in honor of Men’s Mental Health Month. Nu opens up about personal betrayals, mental health struggles, and wh…
- Love, Law & Lunacy: From Postpartum to Power Games.
In this week’s episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu' and Get Fit with Jacq take a deep dive into the viral Haley Bailey & DDG situation—specifically unpacking the controversial topic of postpartum depression. Nu' breaks down his v…
- Move like you already made it!
On today’s episode of A Pod Named Kickback, we dive into a powerful Kickback Conversation about becoming your highest self—not by faking it, but by living like the person you want to be right now. This ain’t manifestation talk with no acti…
- Knowing When To Say Goodbye (ft. Heide B.)
On this powerful new episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu’ is joined by co-host Jacq and special guest Heidi B — whose insight, presence, and perspective elevate the energy in a way that can only be described as a fresh new beginn…
- Fragile like a bomb.
This weeks episode was explosive!! Someone was fired live on the air!! We discuss polyamory and ethical non monogamy, the Rodney Hinton Jr. trial, Mother's day for those without mothers and so much more! This is a legendary episode!! Trans…
- Kickback Sports: episode 2: We apologize Tyrese Haliburton.
This week we discuss in our inaugural episode of the 1st full season, The Cowboys trade for George Pickens what does that mean for them and the NFC East? NBA Playoffs and apologies to Tyrese Haliburton, are the Celtics still the favorites?…
- The Power of Belief and Sheduer, Shannon, Tracee and Kickbacks!
The podcast is BIKE!!! This week our Kickback Conversation was based on the power of belief. Ask, Believe, Receive. We also speak on Shedeur Sanders' draft drop, Shannon Sharpe's controversary, and Tracee Eliss Ross enters the group chat,…
- SoulFuel – 13 Years of Kickback
13 years. That’s not just time—it’s a legacy. On this special anniversary episode, No Brakes Nu is joined by Randy T, GetFitWithJacq, and surprise appearances from past hosts and day-one kickbackers for a celebration that hits the soul. We…
- Trump, Kegels and Polyamory
This week we discuss what Trump's latest moves mean to the country, lot of cheating in the public eye when polyamory is an option, Kegel exercises for women and men, Alabama police corruption and white house suppression, a few good shows a…
- Episode 300!! Kickback Valentines
This week we discuss Kendrick's Superbowl performance and that weak ass game, NBA Allstar weekend, Drake is back asking for hugs and asserting his dominance, Trump's political blunders and how it effects us all. We all share Valentine's Da…
- Nuka Doncik
This week we bring the cast from A Pod Named Kickback and Kickback Sports together to discuss the Luka and AD trade, Trump's first 2 weeks in office which include cancelling and reinstating Black History month, and other atrocities against…
- Kickback Sports Episode 3| Mahommes is more Jordan than LeBron
This week Nu' shares his Mahommes is more Jordan than LeBron theory which is sure to get folks talking. We preview the Superbowl and discuss how this game will be historic no matter who wins! Also we debate if any team in the NBA western c…
- Ride or DEI!!!
This week we go over Trump's first week in office and his agenda to erase Black history and marginalize our contributions to America. Starting with destroying DEI and ending Black History month, and removing pillars like The Tuskegee Airme…
- Happy Nu' Year!
This week we introduce Kickback Sports, discuss Drake vs LeBron and UMG, Cam vs Jim Jones and what it means to be a real man and carry yourself like one. They all failed. Goals and resolutions for 2025, Cali wild fires, the old rapper rena…
- Keep Them Squares Out Your Circle
This week we discuss the controversy behind Fat Joe's comments on FBA, Tariq Nasheed and Lord Jamar and the origins of Hip Hop, Jaguar Wright is on the run behind here smear campaign against Jay Z, More orbs are seen this time over Atlanta…
- "Shogrower..."
This week we tackle Jay ZX's false accuser and and how psychics etc are painting negative images of successful Black men and how many are just believing it with no proof. Papoose and Remy need to take us OUT of the group chat...Honesty in…
- Kickback Sports Episode 1
In the inaugural episode Nu', J Lew and KD discuss the biggest take aways from last week in NFL & NBA, our top 5 NFL MVP List, and what we are looking forward to most next week. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
- Andrew Shultz STFU!!
This week Nu' goes in again about Andrew Shultz's brand of race baiting comedy and Shultz' obsession with gay jokes and pretending he's gay. We also discuss the murder of United Healthcare CEO, We announce the return of Kickback Sports eve…
- Single for life...
This week we discuss Kendricks return, Drake suing UMG, 1 out of 4 adults will be single for life and why that is not that bad..Sex workers in Belgium get benefits, paid leave and health care. Trump's Project 2025 cabinet and only fans mod…
- I deserve it all.
This week we discuss Kendrick Lamar's surprise album GNX and his budding feud with lil Wayne, Nu' gives his take on loyalty and RN actions that explain why he say Wayne will NOT perform with Kenny at SuperBowl, we also discuss best health…
- The art of podcasting
This week we discuss the Tyson vs Paul slow dance, the art of podcasting as we see it, Aliens in the ocean, Whoopi Goldberg's new channel for women's sports, November is m Men’s Mental Health month and we show love to men everywhere. Amazo…