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Shedeur Sanders fell to pick 144. Dan Marino fell to 27. Rello and Cunda break down the two wildest draft slides in NFL history.Football season is officially here, and on this episode of Circle The Block, hosts Rello The Saya and Cunda kick off the season with a deep dive into one of the NFL's most fascinating recurring storylines: the draft slide.The crew starts with the one everybody's still talking about — Shedeur Sanders' historic 2025 NFL Draft slide. Projected by most analysts as a top-three quarterback and a franchise-altering talent, Sanders instead tumbled all the way to the 144th overall pick in the fifth round. Rello and Cunda break down the theories behind it: the front-office aversion to high-profile brands, the reported "prime equity clause" that would have given Sanders a cut of merchandise and NIL revenue, the whispers about medical flags, and whether being Deion's son helped or hurt him. They also dig into the staggering number that may explain everything — $17.7 million in jersey revenue, nearly doubling Tom Brady's previous single-season record, all before Sanders had proven anything on an NFL field.From there, the conversation goes full Quentin Tarantino and jumps back four decades to Dan Marino's 1983 draft slide — the Pittsburgh kid out of Pitt who fell to the Dolphins at pick 27 as the sixth quarterback taken in the first round. Cunda breaks down Marino's shocking senior-year college numbers (58% completion, 17 TDs, 23 interceptions), the pre-draft rumors that spooked front offices, and the painful Pittsburgh twist: the hometown Steelers passed on him entirely. The hosts also revisit the legendary 1983 draft class — John Elway, Jim Kelly, Eric Dickerson, Bruce Matthews, Darrell Green, Richard Dent — widely considered the greatest draft class of all time.00:00 – Cold open & intro with the crew01:05 – Missing Miss Angie & football season is finally here01:51 – Fresh ink: the new tattoo update03:31 – NFL offseason headlines & a whole lot of "activities"04:27 – Setting up the Cleveland Browns quarterback battle05:07 – Setting the scene: Shedeur Sanders' 2025 draft night06:39 – The projections vs. the reality of the slide09:32 – Circling the block on Shedeur's reaction to the slide10:04 – How Shedeur handled himself through it all11:04 – The front-office overcorrection theory11:30 – The "prime equity clause" explained13:11 – $17.7M in jersey revenue: shattering Tom Brady's record14:47 – The three-way Browns QB competition15:04 – Drafted 144th overall in the fifth round15:36 – Jersey sales, inflation & buying in early16:34 – Cleveland Browns regular season win total17:45 – Back from break: repping the city18:31 – Circling the block on Dan Marino's 1983 draft slide19:16 – The Dolphins select Dan Marino out of Pitt19:41 – Marino's shocking senior year college numbers20:35 – The pre-draft rumors that spooked front offices21:16 – 46 interceptions in two seasons: what were they seeing?22:45 – The Pittsburgh heartbreak: his hometown Steelers passed23:54 – Marino's actual career numbers & 1984 MVP season24:32 – The legendary 1983 draft class (Elway, Kelly, Dickerson & more)25:53 – The quarterbacks drafted before Marino26:13 – Jets fans booing when they took Ken O'Brien instead26:22 – Why Pittsburgh drafted Kenny Pickett26:47 – Dolphins over/under win totals28:01 – Odds on Marino's slide vs. Shedeur's29:03 – Bishop Cunda's closing sermon30:15 – What's next for the Browns QB room31:54 – Football season is here: road to the Super Bowl33:24 – Final thoughts & missing Miss Angie34:42 – Outro

Houston gave the world screwed & chopped. Cincinnati gave the world Bootsy Collins. Pittsburgh gave the world Wiz Khalifa. This one's personal.This week on Circle The Block, hosts Rello, Cunda, and Miss Angie get personal with a special "city episode" where each host repping the music history of the city that made them. It's also a bittersweet one: this marks Miss Angie's final episode before a hiatus, so the crew sends her off in true Circle The Block fashion.Miss Angie takes us through Houston, starting with the Geto Boys' "Mind Playing Tricks on Me" and the unofficial Halloween-anthem status Bushwick Bill's verse holds to this day. From there she dives deep into DJ Screw and Michael Watts, the origins of "screwed and chopped" music, and how a South Side Houston mixtape hustle turned into a global sound now heard everywhere from K-pop remixes to Spotify streams. She also breaks down Swishahouse, Slim Thug, and why Houston's slowed-down, laid-back sound is inseparable from the city's identity.Rello takes us through Cincinnati, spotlighting the legendary Bootsy Collins; his debut in James Brown's JBs at just 18 years old, that iconic bassline on "Sex Machine," his work shaping Parliament-Funkadelic and George Clinton's sound, and his surprising modern-day relevance (yes, he's still got a radio show on GTA V, and yes, he opened Silk Sonic's album).Cunda takes us through Pittsburgh, covering the obvious names, Wiz Khalifa and the late Mac Miller, but also the city's hidden hand in hip hop history: producers Mailman and Butter, who helped shape Dr. Dre's 2001 and Eminem's breakout albums from behind the scenes. The crew also revisits the staggering global numbers behind Wiz Khalifa's "See You Again," plus a personal, heartfelt story behind why that song hits different for the crew.As always, the episode is loaded with odds like the Breeders' Cup Classic, snooker, and the 2027 NFL Super Bowl before Bishop Cunda closes it out giving Pittsburgh its long-overdue flowers.New episodes of Circle The Block drop every week — hit subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation about the music, moments, and cities that shaped us.00:00 – Cold open & intro with the crew01:21 – Hurricane season check-in from Houston04:22 – A bittersweet announcement: Miss Angie's final episode before hiatus06:04 – Setting up the city episode08:21 – Houston spotlight begins: Geto Boys' "Mind Playing Tricks on Me"12:32 – Miss Angie highlights DJ Screw14:56 – Circling the block on DJ Screw & Michael Watts' Houston music history20:50 – Swishahouse, Slim Thug & Michael Watts' legacy27:59 – Odds for the Breeders' Cup Classic28:51 – Cincinnati spotlight begins: James Brown's roots & Bootsy Collins31:11 – Circling the block on Bootsy Collins joining the JBs32:04 – Breaking down Bootsy's iconic "Sex Machine" bassline34:45 – Bootsy's lasting relevance: Silk Sonic, GTA V & more37:22 – Why Ohio doesn't get enough credit for funk & R&B39:09 – Odds for snooker championship39:57 – Pittsburgh spotlight begins: Wiz Khalifa & Mac Miller41:12 – Pittsburgh's hidden legacy: producers Mailman & Butter on Dr. Dre and Eminem's biggest albums43:35 – The staggering global numbers behind "See You Again"44:31 – Circling the block on Wiz Khalifa's writing process for "See You Again"45:26 – The personal story behind why this song hits different48:24 – Odds for the 2027 NFL Super Bowl champion52:04 – Bishop Cunda's closing sermon: giving Pittsburgh its flowers54:06 – The Pittsburgh reference hiding in "Think and Grow Rich"55:18 – Miss Angie's farewell words56:25 – Final thoughts & send-off57:39 – OutroABOUT CIRCLE THE BLOCKCircle The Block is a culture and nostalgia podcast hosted by Rello The Saya, Kunda,

Remember when a chicken sandwich caused actual chaos in the streets? Rello, Cunda & Miss Angie break down the Popeyes vs. KFC sandwich war. #PopeyesChickenSandwich #KFC #npstalgia This week on Circle The Block, hosts Rello, Cunda, and Miss Angie revisit one of the wildest moments in fast food history: the 2019 Popeyes vs. Chick-fil-A/KFC chicken sandwich wars — the lines wrapped around the block, the sold-out inventory, the viral memes, and yes, the actual altercations that broke out over a chicken sandwich. The crew shares their own "were you there" stories (spoiler: Miss Angie was very much in the trenches). The conversation naturally spirals into a deeper, funnier look at fried chicken's place in Black culture — from the Boondocks' famously prophetic 2010 "Fried Chicken" episode, to the chicken scenes in Undercover Brother and They Cloned Tyrone, to a real conversation about why fried chicken gets demonized in one community and celebrated in another (shoutout to Korean fried chicken). Plus, a deep dive into Houston's own hole-in-the-wall wing culture — Timmy Chan's, Quaker Steak & Lube, and the debate over flats vs. drums. Nostalgia hits hard when the crew breaks down Popeyes' legendary 99-cent Tuesday special — a Louisiana tradition from the early '90s that predates the sandwich wars by decades and still holds a place in fans' hearts (and wallets) today. They also can't resist circling the block on KFC's latest oddity: an Oreo-flavored fried chicken burger, currently only available in China. As always, the crew closes out segments with the odds on the 2026 MLB World Series and AL/NL Manager of the Year races — before Bishop Cunda delivers a closing sermon urging everyone to "choose wisely" when it comes to what's really in their chicken. New episodes of Circle The Block drop every week — hit subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation about the food, moments, and culture that shaped us. 00:00 – Popeyes Chicken Sandwich Pandemonium 04:04 – Setting up the Popeyes chicken sandwich conversation 04:51 – Who actually waited in line for it? 06:00 – Inside the pandemonium: sold-out stock, traffic jams & viral memes 08:15 – Circling the block on The Boondocks' "The Fried Chicken" episode 09:17 – The staggering sales numbers behind Popeyes' launch 09:44 – 2026 MLB World Series champion 11:40 – Back from break: the Dave Chappelle chicken scene in Undercover Brother 13:19 – Houston's own guilty-pleasure wing spot: Timmy Chan's 15:35 – The great debate: flats vs. drums 16:43 – Circling the block on the chicken scene from They Cloned Tyrone 18:30 – Why is fried chicken demonized in one culture and celebrated in another? 19:44 – AL Manager of the Year 21:12 – Back from break: throwback fast food promos & jingles 22:53 – Circling the block on Popeyes' legendary 99-cent Tuesday special 24:03 – The real history behind the Tuesday deal (it dates back to Louisiana in the '90s) 27:04 – Circling the block on KFC's Oreo chicken sandwich (China exclusive) 28:52 – NL Manager of the Year 30:00 – Bishop Cunda's closing sermon: "Choose wisely" 31:48 – Final thoughts & the mystery documentary tease 33:20 – Outro ABOUT CIRCLE THE BLOCK Circle The Block is a culture and nostalgia podcast hosted by Rello, Cunda, and Miss Angie, where hip hop history, throwback pop culture, and current entertainment news collide. New episodes weekly.

The 1997 Tyson-Holyfield "Bite Fight" still lives rent-free in boxing history. Rello, Kunda & Miss Angie break it down — plus a special guest. #MikeTyson #CircleTheBlock #EvanderHolyfieldThis week on Circle The Block, hosts Rello, Cunda, and Miss Angie revisit one of the most infamous moments in sports history: Mike Tyson biting Evander Holyfield's ear during their 1997 heavyweight rematch. The crew shares exactly where they were watching it live, breaks down the headbutt controversy that set Tyson off, and even gets into the wild afterlife of that moment — the two boxers' 2022 team-up to release "Holy Ears," an ear-shaped THC gummy line that turned their infamous rivalry into a business partnership.The episode also goes deep into boxing fight-party culture — pay-per-view prices, buying the fight twice to split it across two TVs, and the social ritual that made boxing must-watch TV before streaming existed.This episode features a special guest: Foreman, nephew of boxing legend George Foreman and co-host of the Pay The Toll Podcast, who joins the crew to talk growing up around boxing royalty, his own memory of the ear bite as an 8-year-old, and a deep breakdown of George Foreman's legendary knockout power. The conversation gets into an entertaining comparison of Tyson, Ali, and Foreman to different dog breeds, plus a look at boxing's next generation of rising stars.As always, the crew closes out segments with the odds on upcoming potential fights — before Bishop Cunda delivers a short, sharp closing sermon: "Defend yourself at all times."️ New episodes of Circle The Block drop every week — hit subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation about the moments that shaped sports and culture.00:00 – Cold open & intro with the crew 03:55 – Setting up the Iron Mike Tyson conversation 04:34 – The 1997 Tyson-Holyfield ear bite, in the moment 08:13 – How the bite turned into a business: the "Holy Ears" THC gummies 09:52 – Potential fights (Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua) 11:34 – Anthony Joshua & the Lennox Lewis comparison 12:15 – Miss Angie's boxing "kryptonite" & the first Tyson-Holyfield fight 14:23 – Revisiting Tyson vs. Holyfield I 15:44 – Inside the $180M "Bite Fight" & why boxing is made for TV 17:58 – Fight-party nostalgia: buying pay-per-views & stealing cable 23:20 – Le'Veon Bell vs. Logan Paul 24:50 – Special guest: Foreman, nephew of George Foreman & co-host of Pay The Toll Podcast 26:34 – The guest's own memory of the ear bite at age 8 29:21 – Could this have happened to George Foreman? 30:07 – Breaking down George Foreman's legendary knockout power 32:02 – Comparing Tyson, Ali & Foreman to dog breeds 34:02 – Boxing's next generation: Shakur Stevenson, Tiger Johnson & more 36:34 – Circling the block on rising star Moses Itauma 37:38 – What's next for the Pay The Toll Podcast 44:30 – Ryan Garcia's next potential fight 45:57 – Bishop Cunda's closing sermon: "Defend yourself at all times" 47:14 – Final thoughts & tribute to the guest 49:20 – OutroABOUT CIRCLE THE BLOCKCircle The Block is a culture and nostalgia podcast hosted by Rello, Cunda, and Miss Angie, where hip hop history, throwback pop culture, and current entertainment news collide. New episodes weekly.

25 years after her passing, Rello, Kunda & Miss Angie give Aaliyah her flowers — Star Search debut, One In A Million, and the Beyoncé debate.This week on Circle The Block, hosts Rello, Cunda, and Miss Angie mark the 25th anniversary of Aaliyah's passing with a full tribute episode. The crew opens up about exactly where they were the day they heard the news of the fatal 2001 plane crash, and reflects on how differently that kind of breaking news traveled before smartphones and social media.From there, the episode traces Aaliyah's career from the beginning — her 1989 Star Search debut at just ten years old, going up against future stars on a show that famously "never found a star" — all the way through the One In A Million era with Timbaland, Missy Elliott, and Static Major, which the hosts call one of the most influential R&B albums of the 90s. They dig into her cover of the Isley Brothers' "At Your Best (You Are Love)," the making of "Turn My Music Up," and the videos and routines ("Back & Forth," "One In A Million") that shaped a generation of Black girls growing up in that era.The episode also tackles the debate fans still have today: would Beyoncé still be Beyoncé if Aaliyah had lived? The hosts break down the different lanes each artist carved out vocally, stylistically, and in film — and give an honest, no-disrespect comparison of two icons who came up in the same era.As always, the crew closes out segments with odds on the 2026 Leagues Cup, the WNBA Championship, and an upcoming boxing card — before Bishop Cunda delivers a closing sermon giving Aaliyah her flowers, 25 years later.New episodes of Circle The Block drop every week — hit subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation about the music, movies, and moments that shaped us.00:00 – Intro & warm-up with the crew 03:32 – The anniversary of Aaliyah's passing: where were you? 05:38 – Life before smartphones: how the news actually traveled in 2001 07:59 – Miss Angie's memory of hearing the news on TV 10:13 – Breaking down the flight & the pilot's impossible position 12:36 – Aaliyah in her own words on how she wanted to be remembered 15:43 – Her lasting influence on artists 25 years later 18:04 – Her last interview: 106 & Park, four days before she passed 20:25 – The Matrix sequels she never got to film 22:49 – "She wasn't trying to impress nobody, she was just impressive" 22:49 – 2026 Leagues Cup winner 25:44 – Back from break: her 1989 Star Search debut 26:53 – Aaliyah performing on Star Search at age 10 29:44 – The wild list of Star Search "losers" (Beyoncé, Britney, Justin Timberlake & more) 32:09 – The One In A Million era & growing up with her posters 34:26 – Breaking down the "One In A Million" video and routine 36:49 – 2026 WNBA Championship 37:47 – Back from break: diving into the One In A Million album 39:39 – Ginuwine's "Final Warning" and the Aaliyah feature 40:37 – Aaliyah on going double platinum, in her own words 41:46 – One In A Million album stats: 8M+ copies sold worldwide 44:08 – "If Your Girl Only Knew" and 90s letter-writing nostalgia 44:37 – Missy Elliott's story behind "Turn My Music Up" 46:57 – "Up Jumps Da Boogie" and the crew's favorite lyrics 49:23 – The big debate: would Beyoncé still be Beyoncé without Aaliyah? 54:02 – Comparing Aaliyah's and Beyoncé's vocal styles 57:33 – Upcoming boxing card (Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn) 59:47 – Bishop Cunda's closing sermon 1:01:51 – Final thoughts & tribute 1:03:54 – OutroABOUT CIRCLE THE BLOCKCircle The Block is a culture and nostalgia podcast hosted by Rello The Saya, Kunda, and Miss Angie, where hip hop history, throwback pop culture, and current entertainment news collide. New episodes weekly.

DMX's 1999 Woodstock set is called one of the greatest hip hop performances ever. Rello, Kunda & Miss Angie break down why — plus the Aaliyah connection.On this episode of Circle The Block, hosts Rello, Cunda, and Angie circle back to one of hip hop's most legendary live moments: DMX's 1999 Woodstock performance, widely regarded as one of the greatest hip hop sets of all time. From there, the crew dives deep into DMX's dominance on the 1999 Hard Knock Life Tour alongside Jay-Z, Method Man & Redman, DMK, and more — including the wild story of the "Million Dollar Bet" that led DMX to record his double-platinum sophomore album, Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood, in just 30 days.The conversation turns personal and nostalgic as the hosts share their own DMX memories — from getting an A in English class off a DMX prayer, to debating DMX's underrated acting career in cult classics Belly and Romeo Must Die. That leads into a heartfelt tribute to Aaliyah, her film debut, her chemistry with DMX on screen, and her lasting influence on 90s and 2000s pop culture.As always, the episode is loaded with the crew's signature odds segments — placing bets on which artists drop albums in 2026 (Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift), the 2026 Mercury Prize, and the 2026 box office race between Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday. It's culture, nostalgia, comedy, and hip hop history — all in one sitting.New episodes of Circle The Block drop every week — hit subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a conversation about the music, movies, and moments that shaped us.00:00 – Intro & warm-up with the crew 04:12 – DMX's legendary Woodstock '99 set 09:18 – The 1999 Hard Knock Life Tour breakdown 18:37 – Tour trivia: the Cincinnati snub & Pittsburgh snowstorm story 20:54 – Who's dropping an album in 2026? (Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift) 24:47 – Rough Ryders anthems & DMX's raw storytelling 25:33 – DMX on Drink Champs: recording two platinum albums in one year 26:03 – The numbers: It's Dark and Hell Is Hot vs. Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood 29:31 – The DMX prayer that got a host an A in English class 31:58 – The Million Dollar Bet with Def Jam 33:00 – 2026 Mercury Prize 34:21 – DMX the actor: Belly & Romeo Must Die 37:07 – Aaliyah's film debut and her on-screen bond with DMX 41:52 – The Aaliyah legacy debate 46:56 – 2026 box office predictions 47:07 – Bishop Kunda's closing sermon 49:42 – Final thoughts & outroSubscribe to Circle The Block: https://www.youtube.com/@CircleTheBlockPodcast Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GcCyRJN4vtNPei0UtRg7D?si=f21fff83d20f4280 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/circle-the-block/id1790258938 Instagram: instagram.com/thecircletheblockshow ABOUT CIRCLE THE BLOCKCircle The Block is a culture and nostalgia podcast hosted by Rello The Saya, Kunda, and Miss Angie, where hip hop history, throwback pop culture, and current entertainment news collide. New episodes weekly.

In this episode, we explore the NFL season, draft strategies, Saquon Barkley's career highlights, and the dynamics of football fandom. Angie, Rello, and Cunda share insights, memories, and predictions that will resonate with football fans and sports enthusiasts alike. In this episode, we explore the intricacies of NFL player negotiations, team strategies, and the importance of understanding talent potential from high school to the pros. We also dive into football culture, high school highlights, and personal stories that highlight the journey of athletes.00:00 NFL Players Reacts To The Saquon Barkley Backwards Hurdle00:11 Circle The Block Intro Theme00:36 Introduction to Football Season and NFL Hype02:40 The Significance of Football in Texas and Ohio04:13 Expectations for the Upcoming NFL Season07:29 The Myth of the NFL Wife and Player Lies09:53 Saquon Barkley's Historic Play and Highlights12:37 Saquon Barkley's 2018 Draft and College Highlights18:11 Drafting Saquon Barkley and NFL Draft Insights24:17 Saquon Barkley's First NFL Touchdown28:39 Saquon Barkley's Contract Negotiations and Team Dynamics32:36 NFL Season Predictions and Team Rivalries38:48 Analyzing NFL Team Potential and Player Talents43:58 Personal Stories of Football and High School Highlights48:30 The Importance of Knowing Your Worth in Sports54:54 Bishop Kunda's Sermon on Self-Worth and Perseverance55:45 Final Words on Football, Self-Worth, and Season Outlook

This episode explores the remarkable journey of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, from his early days in football and wrestling to becoming a Hollywood superstar. The discussion highlights his iconic moves, charisma, and the evolution of his character in WWE, as well as his significant achievements in film and entertainment. In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the multifaceted career of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, discussing his transition from football to wrestling and then to Hollywood. They delve into the financial success of his films, particularly the Jumanji series, and reflect on personal dreams and aspirations, drawing parallels to The Rock's journey. The discussion highlights the importance of pursuing one's passions and the impact of The Rock's influence in both sports and entertainment.00:00 Introduction to The Rock's Multifaceted Career01:52 Early Life and Football Days at Miami03:59 Transition from NFL to Wrestling Stardom08:08 Charisma, Mic Skills, and WWE Rise11:48 Hollywood Breakthrough: The Scorpion King19:52 Business Ventures and Ownership in Sports27:53 The Rock's Impact on Culture and Future Projects44:03 Personal Growth, Dreams, and Legacy49:47 Closing Remarks and Inspirational Takeaways

Join us as we revisit the iconic 1996 Olympics, explore legendary athletes like Michael Johnson and Muhammad Ali, and relive unforgettable moments from the Games that shaped sports history. This episode is a deep dive into the stories, records, and cultural impact of one of the most memorable Olympics ever.00:00 Introduction to the 1996 Olympics02:08 Celebrating 30 years since Atlanta 199604:01 Michael Johnson's iconic gold shoes and record-breaking race08:07 The significance of Johnson's double gold in 200m and 400m11:46 The impact of the 1996 US women's gymnastics team15:00 Carrie Strug's final vault and team victory16:52 Dominique Dawes' heroic floor routine19:47 Relay race strategies and baton passing challenges24:05 The cultural and political significance of Ali lighting the torch29:47 Olympic betting odds and sports predictions33:01 Memorable moments and reflections from the 1996 Games36:52 Muhammad Ali's legacy and the torch lighting controversy42:06 Closing thoughts and the legacy of the 1996 Olympics