Talib Kweli & Russell Peters On Roasting, Hip Hop, Dave Chappelle, Mike Tyson | People's Party Full 

TIME STAMPS: 3:32 -- Talib reminds Russell of how he and Grandmaster Caz were the ones that introduced him to Melle Mel, and they discuss the legacy of their mutual friend Dave New York, as well as Talib and Russell's first meeting in Toronto while judging an emcee battle. They dig into Russell's upbringing in Toronto, being born to parents of Anglo-Indian descent, and his being raised Catholic. They also explore the history of Anglo-Indians and Russell is asked to explain what he meant when he said that he didn't grow up as an immigrant, but he was treated like one. 13:28 -- Russell speaks on coming up in Toronto with mostly Black friends of Caribbean descent and his best friend Marlon whose name comes up during his routines. They go on to explore the similarities of immigrant communities in Toronto and New York, Russell's history of being a B-Boy back in the 80's, and his being inspired by Rocksteady Crew's Crazy Legs and his appearance in the film 'Flashdance.' They also get into Talib's FOMO after seeing the hip hop Royalty that was in attendance for Russell's recent wedding, Russell's involvement in the 'Hip Hop Evolution' series, as well as showcasing the history of Rawkus Records. 22:36 -- Producer Easy Mo Bee is brought up as they talk about his original group from the early 90's and Nile Rodgers telling Russell stories about Miles Davis and Keith Richards, as well as the wild times at Studio 54. Russell tells why his brother Clayton and friend Paul were the obvious choices for his management team and details the time he ran into George Carlin who gave him some valuable advice. They go on to discuss why bombing is vital to a comedian's growth, Russell's coming up with Patrice O'Neal and Keith Robinson, and how their sh*tting on his routine was exactly what he needed to step his game up. 34:27 -- Russell's early appearance on the 'Comedy Now!' special is brought up and he talks about how much he learned during that time. He also speaks on hanging out with Dave Chappelle and his dog Thelonious on the set of 'Half Baked,' Dave being the same guy after all these years, and how often celeb friends actually text back. They go on to discuss the evolution of Kanye West, Don Cheadle being a class-act, and Russell's story about meeting Mike Tyson for the first time and years later realizing how amazing Mike's memory was as well as his being a boxing historian to the highest degree. 46:17 -- Russell is asked to break down his bit in 'Red, White and Brown' where he talks about the rednecks of the Arab world. He goes on to explain how television and the media have so much bearing on people's perceptions of foreign cultures. Russell is asked if these comedy specials are really "special" when it seems every comic has one and what he thinks about comics that take opportunities they aren't ready for. Russell goes on to talk about building his following in the Black-Canadian circuit, why that same material ended up bombing in Black-American clubs, and why he doesn't get backlash from Indians and Chinese for his impressions of their accents. 58:25 -- Russell is asked about his being one of the hosts for Roast Battle Canada and they explore Russell's long-time love of the roast with his being a natural, growing up snapping on his friends. They discuss the legacy of the Belly Room being one of the meanest roast-comedy venues ever, Russell's comfortability with going in on his audience from the jump, and how that goes back to Russell's love for freestyle battles. They go on to explore Chino XL having some of the coldest bars in the game, Russell's admiration of Supernatural over the years, as well as love for Heavy D and how he could get a crowd moving. 1:11:01 -- Russell and Talib find commonality in their both prioritizing of facts over beliefs as they go on to exchange about the resurgence of flat-earthers thanks to social media, people of today taking their beliefs to the extreme, and the tribalism of the left and right. They also discuss today's cancel culture, celebs being labeled as a**holes when they defend themselves online and the downside of responding, never knowing if it's a real person you're interacting with. Russell is also asked for his take on the criticism of his 'Deported' special over his leaning into stereotypes and he talks about what we can expect from his latest 'Act Your Age' tour. 1:22:13 -- Roast Master General Jeff Ross is brought up and they discuss how much he's been hitting his stride lately, which leads into a discussion about how many years it takes for comics to reach greatness as well as the journey of Godfrey and Mike Epps. They go on to talk about musician Ray Parker Jr. who Russell became friends with R&B group New Edition, and Toronto jazz band BadBadNotGood. They also explore Russell's prophetic bit in 'Comedy Now' where he spoke about the whole world becoming beige and how it relates to replacement theory. Finally, they talk about the future of hip hop, the excellence of groups like Coast Contra carrying the torch for the culture as well as what we can expect next from Russell Peters.

I'm always impressed with Russell's hip hop knowledge. What's also crazy is his boxing knowledge! Dude knows his stuff.

we forget how he opened the door for all the indian comics coming out now, like aziz ansari, hasan minhaj, vir das, akaash singh, etc. glad that the people's party gave this man his flowers

This is one of my favorite episodes! Could watch and listen to Russell all day!

I know Talib is incredibly dialed into the culture because he's been at the centre of hiphop forever but I didn't know Russ was so with it. This is what podcasts are about!

What Russell said at the end is true. You were the last and also conscious hip Hop. Props to you Talib. I know it was a lot of work.

These 3 should have a show of their own. One of my favorite episodes

Russell's impression of Mike Tyson is gold.

One of the best Russell Peter's podcasts love it especially the hip hop stories

Russell is fucking hilarious. HIP HOP LOVE!

I've met Russell back in the day a few times. I was a promoter with Deboniar Ent. Shaw Harper (big up) in Toronto and he made fun of my name 😂 on the sky bar roof @ the icon Guvernment complex. It was Caribana weekend. Russell if you read this, your Mike Tyson is spot on. 👌 🔥

This is a dope interview love Russell Peters.

Russell Peters always does great interviews.

Salute to you Talib and Russell. I'm from Ontario Canada 🇨🇦 Russell is a true Canadian, comedian and hip-hop head. Amazing pod together✌️

Hello Talib, Jasmine my Queen and Russell. Didnt know you were a hip Hop head, very cool, one of my top comedians

Man, this podcast was like a highly entertaining and informative school. The background knowledge that both Talib and Russell had on the topics being discussed was astounding. Deep stuff. Jasmine had a lot of on-point questions as well. Overall, very impressive. New subscriber here.

I saw Russell perform at Humber college in 2000. What he’s done since then (and even before) has been amazing! Kudos!

Imma need Ms. Lee to fully embrace that rich Jamaican Heritage she isn't claiming please and thanks. Signed, A Yardie

Jasmine embrace your Jamaican Heritage! You were raised in a Jamaican household, your parents are Jamaican, you are Jamaican even if it's your background. Girl you need to try gungo peas with your rice & peas. That's the original way. Kidney peas are the cheap way of doing it.

Amazing! Top 3 interview so far

YES YES YES YES!! RUSSEL GETTING THE FLOWERS HE SHOULD

Great, great talk. Salute,Russell Peters...

THIS WAS GOLDEN ,,,NEVER KNEW HE WAS SO PLUGGED INTO THE HIP HOP CULTURE

Amazing 100% all the fabulous retorts, just sublime

Yes, bring Russell back. Russell is always enlightening.

Holy Shhhhh. This is the greatest episode ever!!!! Much respect to all of you!!! Thank you

Talib, I love you and your channel SO MUCH! thank you

These interviews make me realize Russell Peters is the Indian TK Kirkland.

Russell legend ❤ love from India

Prolly one of my favorite ones I've heard so far

Such a dope episode. Respect to everyone involved, awesome topics covered and so much history.

She-a bubble a bredrens😆😆 Yo this cat funny AF and probably the most hiphop dude alive.

One of the best episoodes

Russell is the GOAT. I'm talking about the sound of leaves....😁 . Thanks for Hip-hop evolution. It was very thorough

Great interview!

Mad respect cause nobody talks about us Michif and rooster town out here in Manitoba. Our history is rarely discussed or acknowledged so I can relate. Great interview. Let's keep knowledge alive and love, respect and prosperity to all colours. This is why I love music period. Stay blessed if you read this to you and yours

Engaging, enlightening and exceptional People's Party! Thank you!

Spat out all the truth right there... Respect for Russell Peters till the end.

Great 👍👍👍👍!!!!,& Thank, You 😎✌.

Came back enjoy it again 👌🏿

15.37s " Legs open invitation" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 best ever 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Another great conversation!! SHOUT OUT TO SUPERNAT!!!

Let’s go🔥💨💨💨💨

Super dope interview!

Best one in a while...

So much love 💕💕💕💕💕💕

Always dope.

Great interview

"Legs... open invitation"...I was laughing even before Jasmine said "Pause" 🤣

I remember in the early 2000s when sharing sites like Limewire were popular, videos of Russell Peters got me into Stand up. Great comic and great storyteller as well.

We the people claim Russel Peters in the black Delegation.

Loving this so far can't wait for the Chino XL interview 1:01

THAT WAS FIRE🔥

Russell peters is also a great hip hop DJ i saw him with jazzy Jeff in Shoreditch London

he should be saying indigenous people are actually considered lower than indian people in canada in the 70s, and still today, the 'feather indians', coming from a native woman from canada, ppl think canadians are so polite but the racism is deeply embedded just like the US

Somebody's gonna get a hurting 😂

Another great episode at the People's Party with Talib Kweli and Jasmine Leigh. Russel Peters seems like a real cool and interesting guy. I wasn't that familiar with him. But this guy has a great resume. Great interview. Very interesting listening to him break down his Indian heritage. And talking about crossing the street from White people. And white people spitting on him. Very interesting guy and interesting story. By the way, I saw the Black Star interview you and Mos did with Drink Champs. I saw the full 48 minute episode before it was taken down. I think I understand why it was taken down. It really wasn't a good look for Black Star. To me, it looks like Nore doesn't give Talib Kweli the respect he deserves. I mean even the last time Talib was on Drink Champs, Nore was acting weird. The episode with Talib Kweli and Diamond D. It almost seems like Nore enjoys taking shots at Talib Kweli. I saw the new Black Star 48 minute episode. Nore was still basically disrespecting Talib. There was very little promotion of the album during the episode. Everytime Talib started to talk Nore basically cut him off. Then when he did let him talk a little bit, he had to start rubbing his eyes. He couldn't look at Talib without rubbing his eyes and etc. It's obvious, there is something going on with Nore when it comes to Talib Kweli. He just likes to bring other guests on the show with Talib and then basically try to ignore and edit out Talib as much as possible. Yeah, it wasn't a good look. Needed to be taken down. Yes, I'm a Talib Kweli fan. I'm a Black Star fan. I went to luminary and bought the new album. I don't think Talib Kweli should ever go on Drink Champs again. There are a lot of other podcasts that Talib can go on and get the respect he deserves.

I hope there's another season of Hip Hop Evolution!

Great guy

That’s my boy from HS Sam Osa 🤣

Grandmaster Caz THE Greatest mc a living hiphop legend

My sister went to school with Talib, a very posh boarding school in CT.

1:04:04 salute to that shit Russ.. Real MC shit! Real Hip Hop! Next time im in America/NYC ima look out for you ;) every corner dairy. Peace and love from Aotearoa/New Zealand brother.

This was the dopest interview of Russell ever ...

Russell's hip hop knowledge and connections is sick. And he's funny as hell

Second time watch people!!

Really into this dude

This should've been 3 hours.

Somebody gonna get a pod real bad

Damn...Russell is a proper hip hop OG.

Russell is dope…..

“Mom bod” is now my new favorite dis. That is all.

Damn that Mike Epps though!

I feel like I’m getting robbed. Subscribed to the podcast but you got the whole videos for free on here. Did I mention videos!! 😂

Russell Peter is a beast! ✊🏽✊🏾

This interview was like an immigrant love letter to hip hop and the culture 🙏🏼

We’re you referring to Russel’s shout out to Jus Reign (Almost Famous).

1:06:53 I think Russell was calling out "JusReign" who is an Indian comic/youtuber who was sitting in the audience and then they showed him as the special ended.

Loved that show and I know NOTHING about hip hop and I thought I knew something about boxing

The Jamaican community would like to trade shawty for RP !!!!

Damn, he said Candid Camera. We old up in here.

Peace and love to you and your families UPROXX Familia we still out here, ss playboy

When you go back and listen to Good To You and can't not hear the Ether flow! 😳

russ is borderline bout to crease those Js i like the wide shot, it showcases talib and guest shoe game. is that on purpose? lol

My man...

i got contact drunk watchin this interview 😂😭😵‍💫

52.39s Almost famous is on NZ netflix atm

Okay!!! Based on the first 1 minute… 😅

Lyrically , i'd like to be , Talib Kweli.

1:06:06 real shit

Tdot represent!

Juice is from Chi-Town

"32.14s: " look what happened see dummy commit to your role your a shitty method actor ".... 🤣🤣🤣🤣

Great interview… and Jasmin has an infectious laugh … ❤️

No, Jazmine you're Jamaican. I thought you were Caribbean by way of a grandparent.

Anglo Indian Definition. Sold out they own country and helped colonise they own people.

Russell New York Connection Resting In Power remember Kevin J. Production on Younge Street dates of his passing August 12 2022 ceremonially buried August 23 2022 was born May 27th 1943. You know TMA We love and miss Our father He will be Honorable missed through most of our lives. The first urban retail music store in Toronto. make us cool again. you still got jpkes you funny to me

Jasmine is truly pretty, her eyes, hmmm... ❤️ Hello there beautiful

Holy shit he sounds just like mike

The major reason why many black people born in the70's and early 80's have Arabic names is because of Dr. Malachi Z York as *As Sayidd Al Imam Isa Al Haadi Al Mahdi* having an Arabic book of names being sold in several locations in every major city in the United States especially the East Coast and the Caribbeans specifically Trinidad and Barbados. Those books reached many conscious peoples households in the 70's and early 80's