The Sparring Minds Podcast
Episodes
Episode 192 | The Catch Up (Season Debut)
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The boys kick off Season 13, by catching up on a few polarizing topics: Girls with shovels. Black "IT" girls in love. Black content awarded ...
Episode 191 | Block Party (Season Finale)
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas have some fun in the season finale, challenging friends of the show to a game of This or That.
Episode 190 | Keys to the Kingdom
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas take a look at homeownership in the black community. The pros the cons and the grays are discussed with an industry professional.
Episode 189 | Black Liberation
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss homosexuality and does liberation include everyone.
Episode 188 | In God We Trust
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
4000 religions blanket the world we live in. The fellas discuss the age-old battle of religion vs spirituality and the concept of a higher power.
Episode 187 | Emasculated
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys chat about how the wrong woman can change how a man moves. Leadership. Male functionality. Protection. Women taking on masculine roles in a r...
Episode 186 | Resurrection
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys talk about the path of finding new love after a long period of unhappiness.
Episode 185 | Photoshoot Fresh
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fashion is one of the core yet often overlooked elements of Hip Hop. The fellas dive into a lighthearted episode reviewing the past, present and futur...
Episode 184 | Problem Resolution
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss the right and wrong ways to solve problems in the relationship. Worst ways to solve a problem: social media posts, talks with an ex...
Episode 183 | Power Cypher
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The team welcome some of Boston's best rappers to discuss the best verses of all time.
Episode 182 | Gatekeepers
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the approval from the community a positive or a negative. The fellas discuss this along with a brand new Painfully Honest and People's Court.
Episode 181 | Life After Death
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss death and how we navigate the darkest path in the journey of life.
Episode 180 | Supreme Clientele
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas get back into the groove to celebrate summer 2025 In Boston.
Episode 179 | Late Bloomers
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The boys talk to Rufus Falk about achieving success after 40.
Episode 178 | Walk on By
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The gang discuss when to walk away and take a deeper dive into understanding when to leave a situation that no longer serves you.
Episode 177 | Prime - The Remix
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The boys talk about why 40 year old men seek 20 year old women for company.
Episode 176 | Black Men Lead
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The boys welcome Frank to the show to talk about his experience with working with the black men in our community and their common challenges
Episode 175 | Air Force Ones
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss how travel can reignite their prime. They discuss how new cultures can help define their purpose and rejuvenate daily life.
Episode 174 | Time Capsule
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The boys have a nostaligic discussion on what they've learned over the years. A hindsite look at their 20s, 30s and 40s with a future outlook on t...
Episode 173 | Legacy
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The gang welcomes Khari, the founder of the Father Empowerment Circle, to talk about fatherhood and its importance in developing our legacy.
Episode 172 | One Wish
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas get together to discuss once in a lifetime ideas to celebrate being in their prime. Toot Whalen joins the conversation.
Episode 171 | Growing Pains
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The guys discuss coping with setbacks during years when they're supposed to be in peak moments. Riq Havoc joins the conversation.
Episode 170 | Power of a Dollar
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The boys bring in financial specialist James Leveqeue & Daniel Laurent to discuss the power of the dollar in our community
Episode 169 | Love & Partnerships
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The boys discuss love and partnerships in your prime years. A deep dive into relationships as couples grow into their prime.
Episode 168 | Prime (Season Debut)
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The gang discuss tips for strengthening social bonds and building meaningful connections in adulthood.
Episode 165 | Fight or Flight
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boston seemingly has its share of issues as it relates to violence in the communities. Can these issues be resolved or should we start to consider liv...
Episode 163 | Bloodline
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The world is full of stories of families being torn apart. Should bloodlines be boundary less? The fellas discuss.
Episode 167 | The Network (Season Finale)
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The boys take sour to a whole different level as they embark on the season ten finale. Later, the gang welcome a group of dynamic podcasters who wil...
Episode 164 | Roughneck
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The women of Boston have dealt with unique circumstances. How are men expected to manage a relationship with women with darker pasts?
Episode 162 | Poetry in Motion
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas welcome some of Boston's best wordsmiths to the platform. Two wild Peoples Courts are in play as well as poetry reading from the boys. Th...
Episode 166 | The Round Table
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss what men are supposed to bring to the table as it relates to relationships.
Episode 160 | First of the Month
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As money and finances becomes the key driver in relationships, the fellas discuss the adverse effects on marriage.
Episode 159 | Post It!
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A bogus Missouri governor tops the news chart along with former NFL QB Brett Favre. Then, the boys get a fiery inbox from a listener regarding his wi...
Episode 158 | Children of the Corn
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With adoption rates skyrocketing over the past 10 years, the question of race rears its head as the boys discuss the alternate journey of parenthood.
Episode 157 | Born Again
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a difficult discussion, the fellas discuss outgrowing a relationship. How is a man supposed to move when things just aren't the same. Listener fav...
Episode 156 I Malice at the Palace (Season Debut)
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
TSMP kicks off the season ten slate with an explosive Maine Topic. Peoples Court. TSMP Forgives and Mirror Time all come back into the fold as the bo...
Episode 155 | Men Lie. Women Lie. (Season 9 Finale)
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the season 9 finale, the fellas welcome Tori, Remy and Poca to the show to discuss the biggest lies told from a gender perspective. This the one.
Episode 154 | First Person Shooter
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas welcome firearms instructor Nolan Howard to the show to help educate the hood on the basics of gun ownership and safety.
Episode 153 | Heel Turn
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss unpopular opinions that they are willing to stand on.
Episode 152 | All Love
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TSMP welcomes actors Henry Wigfall, William Daughtry and Roxbury's Riq Havoc to the show as the summer premiere of All Love creeps closer. The fel...
Episode 151 | It's a Celebration...Bitch
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas pop bottles and dive into celebratory moments in life.
The Sparring Minds Podcast Presents | Ladies Night
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got not one, not two, but three guest hosts lined up for this podcast episode. You don't wanna miss this!
Episode 150 | Ego vs Humility
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss the male ego and how to properly manage it in the landmark 150th episode!
Episode 149 | Way 2 Sexy
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss the benefits of having sex appeal in today's world.
Episode 148 | Pursuit of Happiness
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are men expected to handle expansive amounts of rejection on their journey to love and happiness? The fellas discuss.
Episode 147 | Buzzwords
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The world is quickly filling with words that trigger emotions. The fellas discuss some of the biggest buzzwords and how they effect relationships with...
Episode 146 | Load Management
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The gang breaks into a large debate surrounding pornography and it's effects on life and relationships. GOATS in the industry, addictions, men...
Episode 145 | Left Behind
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas spend Friday night discussing why our community is quick to leave people behind when success is the goal.
Episode 144 | The Rebirth
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas make their rebirth on one of Boston hottest male podcasts as they discuss events of the past few months and the season 9 outlook.
Episode 143 | Bah Humbug (Season 8 Finale)
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas close out season 8 by discussing the highs and lows of what it means to show love to they neighbor.. Plus we're joined by a few special...
Episode 142 | Justice League
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When the villain is clearly identified in the story, how does the community help the victim get Justice. The fellas discuss.
Episode 141 | Average Joe
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"It's a strange place to be where the entire world sees you as the number one pick, except your lady." - Pain The fellas discuss the fa...
Episode 140 | Stand Up!
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When the opportunity for a man to stand up arises, should other things be considered? The fellas discuss.
Episode 139 | Allied Forces
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas meet at the legendary Spark FM studio to discuss one of the hardest hitting topics on the season. You do not want to miss this.
Episode 138 | Slow Money
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Things become strange in our community when money is involved. DJ Envy's latest entanglements are a prime example. The fellas discuss.
Episode 137 | Standards
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A date to the Cheesecake Factory has created a firestorm in the community. The fellas break down the core concepts of the issue and place blame where ...
Episode 136 | Outro
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas get together to wrap up their 3 part series/salute to 50 years of Hip Hop!
Episode 135 | "This is the Remix"
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hip Hop takes over the show as the fellas break down some of the greatest arguments of all time in the culture.
Episode 134 | 50
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the BET Awards on the horizon, the fellas take a look back at 50 years of hip hop and its effects on the black community.
Episode 133 | Hold Me Down
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss the downfall of certain high profile relationships and ask the question, how much should relationships endure before action is requ...
Episode 132 | Baby Bump (Season 8 Debut)
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Baby issues arise heavy in the Season 8 debut. Plus, Boston's own E.T.E.L kicks off a showcase of the city's best lyricists.
Episode 131 | Friday Night Lights (Season 7 Finale)
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
TSMP welcomes Jimmo Neal to the roundtable as they celebrate the season finale LIVE at the beautiful Spark FM studios in Boston, MA.
Episode 130 | Accountability
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do men deal with their partner not taking accountability for their actions? Can this come back to haunt you? The boys discuss.
Episode 129 | Pause
06 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When black men show love to other black men, it generally leads to a questioning of one’s sexuality. The fellas discuss Camron’s take on Johnathon...
Episode 128 | Reese's Pieces
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss Angel Reese and the beauty of trash talking in sports.
Episode 127 | Oh Natural
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A woman decides to go natural in the midst of the relationship. Should the partner's thoughts be weighed in this change? The fellas discuss.
Episode 126 | Addiction
09 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Addiction is ravaging the hood and has been since the 60s. How do we attack the plague and find a solution that's dragged the black community to t...
Episode 125 | Back On Our Grizzly (Season 7 Debut)
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas welcome season 7 with a salute to hood favorite James Greer. Later, the boys discuss Michael B Jordan and Ja Morant.
Episode 124 | Prime (Season 6 Finale)
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas transfer into the season finale with a rare sports topic which.... then transforms into a real life discussion on the responsibility of suc...
Episode 122 | Keep The Grass Cut
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss a crazy situation in Cabo which leads into a discussion on friendship
Episode 121 | Teardrops & Closed Caskets
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Death often brings difficult conversations. The fellas discuss how death effects the living.
Episode 120 | No More Pain
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The City of Boston is currently blanketed with death and trauma. The gang invite guests Feed the Hood into a Sparring Session to discuss the hard trut...
Episode 119 | News at 11
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas discuss a wild news week including a sex worker who is mad at men who don't consider her dating material.
Episode 118 | Tit For Tat
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas come back from a two week break to welcome award winning black podcast, Talk of the Town to a Sparring Session. After a strange Peoples Cou...
Episode 117 | BPS
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who is to blame for the current inadequacies of the Boston Public System. Maine has a clear finger to point, but Hustle isn't buying it.
Episode 116 | Expired
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is the lifetime requirement in marriage outdated? The fellas discuss.
Episode 115 | Morality
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the pre-show, the fellas get into a heated debate regarding morality. Later, the boys argue the covenant of marriage and if it needs to be altered ...
Episode 114 | Mailbag Vol.1
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maine, Pain, and HT all step away to enjoy time with their family leaving Hustle and Little up to no good. Hustle spends the pre-show ranting about Hi...
Episode 113 | For the Culture
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the pre-show , the fellas discuss a strange phenomenon in the dating landscape. Later, Chuck points the finger at Little, while Maine and Pain come...
Episode 112 | It's Murdaaa! (Season 6 Debut)
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas find themselves returning to the podcast mic in the middle of a hail storm caused by legendary producer Irv Gotti. The guys dig deeper into...
Episode 111 | Summer Love (Season Finale)
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas find three of Boston's most eligible bachelors to try and generate a love connection with a beautiful woman. Let the journey of love begin....
Episode 110 | Candid Camera
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the season finale looms, two spectacular stories jump out and the fellas have choice but to break it down.
Episode 109 | The Great Debate
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Multiple hot topics are on the table. The fellas start out discussing the failure of a father. Later in the show, the guys finally discuss the great d...
Episode 108 | Simp Sh*t
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The number of men doing strange things in todays world has prompted the fellas to have a discussion on Simp Shit. Pain brings back one of his favorite...
Episode 107 | All Eyez On Me
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas get together to discuss a few trending topics, such as the loss of Hip-Hop royalty, Russian prisoners and more.
Episode 106 | Influence
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas get together to discuss the most influential people in the city of Boston.
Episode 105 | Roll Play
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Batman and Catwoman? Plumber and helpless housewife? Boss and Secretary? Slave and Slave owners wife? The fellas discuss the art of Role Playing.
Episode 104 | Dollars & Sense
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the pre-show, the fellas discuss why student loans are the new pandemic. Later, culture changers, Black Dollar stop by the show. Hustle freestyles ...
Episode 103 | Lights, Camera, Action!
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the pre-show, the fellas finalize the recent Will Smith and Chris Rock fiasco and then discuss the best black male actor. Later, Filmmaker an...
Episode 102 | Liar, Liar
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hustle applauds a young king who gets it, meanwhile Hightower objects. Then, in the main show, the fellas debate what does and should happen after som...
Episode 100 | The BBQ (Season 4 Finale)
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas put together the largest cast of characters in the shows history. Hustle exposes Hightower and Little in an extended pre-show rant. Pain de...
Episode 99 | Self Care
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A crazy People's Court segment opens the door to a much needed discussion around self care and mental health within the black community. Special guest...
Episode 98 | The Plug
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maine wonders why Bill Cosby showed up in a random picture in a recent Hugh Hefner documentary. Pain lets loose on how over spoiling kids has led to t...
Episode 97 | Adult Swim
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pain and Maine recap the Monday Night Sparring Session. Hight discusses the importance of men's skin care. Then, the fellas welcome the amazing T Chan...
Episode 96 | Subs
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hightower remains fashion forward. Little explains the importance of Franks in the black community. Then the gang talk about the dark side of social m...
Episode 95 | Patience
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas welcome 2022 with a discussion on nail etiquette. Hustle exposes his ignorance while Hightower and Little try to school him. Later, a discu...
Episode 94 | Red Flags
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the last episode of 2021, Sammy, Chuck and Hightower get together to discuss red flags in relationships. Chuck offers a solution and Little brings ...
Episode 93 | Sharing Locations
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck starts the pre show with a wild story. Little recaps his dating life while Hightower throws a low blow.
Episode 92 | Hot Stove
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The fellas recap their holiday weekend, Maine's new business partner among other things..
Episode 91 | Cornucopia
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ONE CHIP CHALLENGE recap. RIP to yet another rapper. Thanksgiving Etiquette for the uncultured. It will ALL be covered on this weeks episode of The Sp...