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
S2 - Episode 20: Riz Ahmed [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:21
Actor, rapper, activist and all round national treasure Riz Ahmed joins Rom & Rumaj this week and introduces us to his brand new album The Long Goodbye. It’s an absolute banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
S2 - Episode 19: Sampa The Great [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:19
We've been looking forward to this one as this week we’re joined by rapper of the moment Sampa The Great! She chats to us about her roots, musical influences, recent awards and celebrity supporters - plus the making of h…
S2 - Episode 18: Patrice Evra [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:39
This week we're joined by French football legend and former Manchester United star Patrice Evra - yes mate! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 - Episode 17: Mikill Pane [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:45
Mike's back! Four years on from appearing as one of our very first guests, UK rapper Mikill Pane returns to the HHSML studio for a catch-up. We chat about his break from making music, finding inspiration from Lupe Fiasco…
S2 - Episode 16: Wale [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:23
It's a packed studio this week as Romesh, Rumaj and Ben Green are joined by Washington DC rapper Wale and his long-time collaborator DJ Money. They give us the lowdown on their European tour, Wale’s latest album Wow... T…
S2 - Episode 15: Judi Love [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:17
This week we're joined by comedian, presenter and megastar in the making Judi Love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 - Episode 14: Harvey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:03
We're back with a biggie - So Solid Crew's Harvey joins us for the first HHSML of 2020! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 - Episode 13: Murkage Dave [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:39
Ending the year on a high, singer/songwriter Murkage Dave joins Romesh and Rumaj for our last HHSML of 2019! His brand new album, a collaborative project with UK grime star Manga Saint Hilare, is out now - We Need To Loo…
S2 - Episode 12: DJ Premier [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:27
We're honoured to be joined by the legendary DJ Premier - one of the best guests yet! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 - Episode 11: Jamie Cullum [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:20
Jamie Cullum reveals how an early love of hip hop lead to his music career in jazz - and eventually came full circle through collaborations with artists like Pharrell and Roots Manuva. Plus a whole lot more chat on his f…