Hip Hop Saved My Life with Romesh Ranganathan

Hip Hop Saved My Life with Romesh Ranganathan

Author: RangaBee Productions and Mr Box Language: English Episodes: 100
You might know Romesh Ranganathan for his award-winning stand-up, but here he's diving deep into the music that shaped him. In Hip Hop Saved My Life with Romesh Ranganathan, he's joined by his co-host RuMaj for conversations that sit at the unpredictable intersection of comedy and hip hop culture. This isn't a dry history lesson or a technical breakdown of beats. Instead, each episode feels like hanging out with friends who are equally passionate and hilariously opinionated about the genre. They explore the artists, albums, and iconic moments that left a mark, all through a lens of genuine fandom and sharp wit. The dynamic between Romesh and RuMaj drives the show, offering laughs and unexpected insights in equal measure. Edited by James Torrance, the podcast is a co-production between RangaBee Productions and Mr Box. Whether you're a lifelong hip hop head or just curious about the cultural force behind the music, you'll find something to connect with. It's a celebration of how a powerful art form can soundtrack our lives and, as the title suggests, sometimes even change their course. Tune in for stories, memories, and a lot of laughter sparked by a shared love of the genre.
Episodes
S3 Episode 6: Dizzee Rascal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:23
No introductions needed whatsoever as joining us from his studio is living legend Dizzee Rascal. 100% banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Episode 5: Jamal Edwards [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:24
It’s another great guest for you this week as we’re joined by music entrepreneur and founder of SBTV, Jamal Edwards. We chat about his hip hop origins, what lead him to start filming rappers, what happened when he toured…
S3 Episode 4: Ray BLK [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:33
This week we’re joined by one of the most exciting singer songwriters out there right now, the one and only Ray BLK. We chat hip hop influences, growing up with MTV Base, lyrical inspiration and lockdown video disasters.…
S3 Episode 3: KSI and Craig David [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:29
It’s an HHSML double-bill special for you this week as we’re joined by rapper and YouTube star KSI and UK garage legend Craig David for one seriously big show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S3 Episode 2: Eddie Hearn [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:58
Sports promoter Eddie Hearn joins Romesh and Rumaj to chat all things hip hop, including Nipsey Hussle, Kano, Stormzy and NWA. Plus why he often gets laughed at for wearing a tracksuit and how the world of live entertain…
S3 Episode 1: Kojey Radical [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:46
HHSML is back! And we’ve got one belter of a guest to kick off our third series - rapper, artist and poet Kojey Radical. We chat origins, inspirations and collaborations, and he tells us all about his latest project, Cas…
S2 - Episode 34: Annie Mac [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:13
For this final episode of HHSML Series 2, we’re honoured to be joined by superstar DJ and broadcasting legend Annie Mac for one belter of a show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 - Episode 33: Rhys James [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:32
Comedian Rhys James joins Romesh and Rumaj to chat about his childhood discovery of Eminem, a beef over some Outkast lyrics, Jay-Z’s Limp Bizkit collaboration and some great recent listening reccos. Yep - it’s another ba…
S2 - Episode 32: Tinie [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:33
UK rap supremo Tinie (F.K.A Tinie Tempah) joins us for another lockdown episode and reveals how hip hop really did save his life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 - Episode 31: James Acaster [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:48
It’s a double thumbs up this week as we’re joined by comedian James Acaster! He explains where hip hop fits into his eclectic musical tastes, picks out some absolute bangers and reveals how he ended up guesting on one of…