He’s a rapper, he’s a grime star, he’s a chef, an author and a BAFTA-nominated TV presenter - what more could you possibly want from an HHSML guest?! The one and only Big Zuu joins Romesh and Ben Green for one banger of a show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He’s a rapper, he’s a grime star, he’s a chef, an author and a BAFTA-nominated TV presenter - what more could you possibly want from an HHSML guest?! The one and only Big Zuu joins Romesh and Ben Green for one banger of a show. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S4 Ep 7: Big Zuu

Rafe Spall

On this week’s very special show, acting A-lister Rafe Spall joins Romesh for a one-on-one chat about his hip hop journey. From an early obsession with some of the UK’s rap legends, to discovering The Roots and Rawkus Records, having a go at running his own label and bonding with CASISDEAD over Kate Bush. Banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s very special show, acting A-lister Rafe Spall joins Romesh for a one-on-one chat about his hip hop journey. From an early obsession with some of the UK’s rap legends, to discovering The Roots and Rawkus Records, having a go at running his own label and bonding with CASISDEAD over Kate Bush. Banger! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S4 Ep 6: Rafe Spall

Nish Kumar

He’s a stand-up comedian, radio host, TV presenter and life-long hip hop head who we’ve been trying to get on the show for years. And now he’s finally here - the one and only Nish Kumar! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He’s a stand-up comedian, radio host, TV presenter and life-long hip hop head who we’ve been trying to get on the show for years. And now he’s finally here - the one and only Nish Kumar! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S4 Ep 5: Nish Kumar

Steve Stamp

Actor, writer, director and co-star of People Just Do Nothing Steve Stamp joins Rom and Rumaj to chat PJ &amp; Duncan, Wu-Tang, Tyler The Creator, owning one of Questlove’s drumsticks and meeting Pharrell. It’s a Kurupt FM banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor, writer, director and co-star of People Just Do Nothing Steve Stamp joins Rom and Rumaj to chat PJ &amp; Duncan, Wu-Tang, Tyler The Creator, owning one of Questlove’s drumsticks and meeting Pharrell. It’s a Kurupt FM banger! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S4 Ep 4: Steve Stamp

We’re honored to be joined this week by one of the hottest names in broadcasting right now - DJ, presenter, author and lead cultural curator at Apple Music: Ashley ‘Dotty’ Charles. Hold tight for one banger of a show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re honored to be joined this week by one of the hottest names in broadcasting right now - DJ, presenter, author and lead cultural curator at Apple Music: Ashley ‘Dotty’ Charles. Hold tight for one banger of a show! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S4 Ep 3: Dotty

We’re joined by the one and only Donae'o - a rapper, singer, songwriter and producer who’s been a major player in London’s garage, grime, UK funky and Afrobeats scenes for the past two decades. Alongside his many solo projects, his enviable list of collaborators includes Giggs, Fredo, Dizzee Rascal and JME. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re joined by the one and only Donae'o - a rapper, singer, songwriter and producer who’s been a major player in London’s garage, grime, UK funky and Afrobeats scenes for the past two decades. Alongside his many solo projects, his enviable list of collaborators includes Giggs, Fredo, Dizzee Rascal and JME. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S4 Ep 2: Donae'o

We’re back for HHSML Series 4, and to kick things off in style we have two amazing guests for you: UK super-duo Barney Artist and Mr Jukes. Alongside all the regular hip hop chat, they give us the lowdown on their brand new album, The Locket. It’s a certified banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back for HHSML Series 4, and to kick things off in style we have two amazing guests for you: UK super-duo Barney Artist and Mr Jukes. Alongside all the regular hip hop chat, they give us the lowdown on their brand new album, <a href="https://www.thelocket.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Locket</a>. It’s a certified banger! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S4 Ep 1: Mr Jukes & Barney Artist

In a special bonus episode for the summer, Romesh and Rumaj are joined by the one and only Splurgeboys! As well as all the regular HHSML chat, they tell us all about their banging new album - METOX. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a special bonus episode for the summer, Romesh and Rumaj are joined by the one and only Splurgeboys! As well as all the regular HHSML chat, they tell us all about their banging new album - METOX. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S3 Bonus Ep: Splurgeboys

Trevor Nelson

It’s the HHSML Series 3 finale and what better guest to go out with than the broadcasting legend that is Trevor Nelson. This is one absolute banger of a show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s the HHSML Series 3 finale and what better guest to go out with than the broadcasting legend that is Trevor Nelson. This is one absolute banger of a show! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S3 Episode 18: Trevor Nelson

We’re joined by Southern rap royalty this week as we talk to the legendary Bun B direct from his home in Houston, Texas. It’s a trill banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re joined by Southern rap royalty this week as we talk to the legendary Bun B direct from his home in Houston, Texas. It’s a trill banger! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S3 Episode 17: Bun B

A comedy podcast about hip hop presented by award-winning comedian Romesh Ranganathan and his co-host RuMaj. Edited by James Torrance. Co-produced by RangaBee Productions and Mr Box (mrbox.tv) www.romeshranganathan.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A comedy podcast about hip hop presented by award-winning comedian Romesh Ranganathan and his co-host RuMaj. Edited by James Torrance. Co-produced by RangaBee Productions and Mr Box (<a href="http://mrbox.tv" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">mrbox.tv</a>) <a href="http://www.romeshranganathan.co.uk/podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.romeshranganathan.co.uk/podcast</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Hip Hop Saved My Life with Romesh Ranganathan

Frankie Boyle

Frankie Boyle joins Romesh to chat all things hip hop on this week's episode#romeshranganathan #frankieboyle #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frankie Boyle joins Romesh to chat all things hip hop on this week's episode#romeshranganathan #frankieboyle #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 20: Frankie Boyle

Adam Buxton

After a brief hiatus, Romesh and Ru-Maj are back with the mighty Adam Buxton as he traces his hip hop influences back to a joyfully odd mix of Kenny Everett and Eric B. &amp; Rakim. Adam shares stories of hanging out with Coolio and the 40 Thevz with his Dad and reviews of his classic 'Help The Police' video.Warning: You may never be able to listen to Joey Bada$$ in the same way again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a brief hiatus, Romesh and Ru-Maj are back with the mighty Adam Buxton as he traces his hip hop influences back to a joyfully odd mix of Kenny Everett and Eric B. &amp; Rakim. Adam shares stories of hanging out with Coolio and the 40 Thevz with his Dad and reviews of his classic 'Help The Police' video.Warning: You may never be able to listen to Joey Bada$$ in the same way again. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 36: Adam Buxton

Katherine Ryan

Comedian Katherine Ryan tells Romesh about her favourite hip hop lyrics in this week's episode#katherineryan #romeshranganathan #hiphopsavedmylife #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Katherine Ryan tells Romesh about her favourite hip hop lyrics in this week's episode#katherineryan #romeshranganathan #hiphopsavedmylife #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 8: Katherine Ryan

Jamali Maddix

Comedian Jamali Maddix steps into the studio to chat about meeting and working with Sway, the Nas track that introduced him to hip hop, Wu-Tang, GZA and MF Doom. Romesh's Recommendations for this episode are: The Lost Scrolls V2 by Slum Village and Planet by Tech N9ne.Talk to us @HHSMLpodcast @romeshranga @jamalimaddix. No, really, do it mate. Keep up to date with what Jamali's up to at jamalimaddix.com/live and check out his show Hate Thy Neighbour on viceland.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Jamali Maddix steps into the studio to chat about meeting and working with Sway, the Nas track that introduced him to hip hop, Wu-Tang, GZA and MF Doom. Romesh's Recommendations for this episode are: The Lost Scrolls V2 by Slum Village and Planet by Tech N9ne.Talk to us @HHSMLpodcast @romeshranga @jamalimaddix. No, really, do it mate. Keep up to date with what Jamali's up to at <a href="http://jamalimaddix.com/live" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jamalimaddix.com/live</a> and check out his show Hate Thy Neighbour on <a href="http://viceland.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">viceland.com</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 53: Jamali Maddix

Riz Ahmed

Actor, rapper, activist and all round national treasure Riz Ahmed joins Rom &amp; 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 more information.

Actor, rapper, activist and all round national treasure Riz Ahmed joins Rom &amp; Rumaj this week and introduces us to his brand new album <a href="https://thelonggoodbye.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Long Goodbye</a>. It’s an absolute banger! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 - Episode 20: Riz Ahmed

Louis Theroux

This one's a biggie - we're joined by broadcasting legend Louis Theroux. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This one's a biggie - we're joined by broadcasting legend Louis Theroux. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 - Episode 6: Louis Theroux

Reggie Yates

Absolutely delighted to welcome broadcaster, actor and documentary maker, Reggie Yates, to the podcast at long last. Reggie chats about growing up in a very musically eclectic household, being immediately drawn in by hip hop and its culture from a young age, Dr Dre's Aftermath and Jay Z's Reasonable Doubt. Romesh's Recommendation for this episode is: Sean Price - Imperious Rex. Check out Reggie's own podcast, Talk Stew via your podcast app and give him a follow @REGYATES. Huge thanks to Reggie for coming on and a big shout out to Radio Wolfgang for studio assistance.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Absolutely delighted to welcome broadcaster, actor and documentary maker, Reggie Yates, to the podcast at long last. Reggie chats about growing up in a very musically eclectic household, being immediately drawn in by hip hop and its culture from a young age, Dr Dre's Aftermath and Jay Z's Reasonable Doubt. Romesh's Recommendation for this episode is: Sean Price - Imperious Rex. Check out Reggie's own podcast, Talk Stew via your podcast app and give him a follow @REGYATES. Huge thanks to Reggie for coming on and a big shout out to Radio Wolfgang for studio assistance.  Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 50: Reggie Yates

Dane Baptiste

Dane Baptiste, comedian and writer, joins Romesh to discuss his hip hop influences and his favourite hip hop album #danebaptiste #romeshranganathan #hiphoppodcast #hiphopsavedmylife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dane Baptiste, comedian and writer, joins Romesh to discuss his hip hop influences and his favourite hip hop album #danebaptiste #romeshranganathan #hiphoppodcast #hiphopsavedmylife Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 3: Dane Baptiste

Mo Gilligan

The actor and comedian covers skits, Biggie and his favourite gigs as he traces his hip hop influences Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The actor and comedian covers skits, Biggie and his favourite gigs as he traces his hip hop influences Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 32: Mo Gilligan

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.

We're honoured to be joined by the legendary DJ Premier - one of the best guests yet! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 - Episode 12: DJ Premier

Charlie Baker

Comedian Charlie Baker guests on this week's episode of Hip Hop Saved My Life with Romesh Ranganathan#charliebaker #romeshranganathan #hiphopsavedmylife #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Charlie Baker guests on this week's episode of Hip Hop Saved My Life with Romesh Ranganathan#charliebaker #romeshranganathan #hiphopsavedmylife #hiphoppodcast Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 5: Charlie Baker

Jordan Stephens

Romesh and Ru-Maj are reunited as Jordan Stephens drops by the studio for a chat about Jurassic 5, Pharoahe Monch, Eminem, appearing in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and the current disregard for lyricism in hip hop.Formerly one half of Rizzle Kicks, Jordan's releasing new music under the name Al the Native, with an album coming out soon.Romesh Recommends: Book of Ryan by Royce da 5'9". Give it a listen and thanks to everyone that's emailed in with their recommendation.Keep them coming romesh88@hotmail.com @romeshranga @HHSMLpodcastBig thanks to the Radio Wolfgang team for studio assistance and to @althenative for dropping in for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Romesh and Ru-Maj are reunited as Jordan Stephens drops by the studio for a chat about Jurassic 5, Pharoahe Monch, Eminem, appearing in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and the current disregard for lyricism in hip hop.Formerly one half of Rizzle Kicks, Jordan's releasing new music under the name Al the Native, with an album coming out soon.Romesh Recommends: Book of Ryan by Royce da 5'9". Give it a listen and thanks to everyone that's emailed in with their recommendation.Keep them coming romesh88@hotmail.com @romeshranga @HHSMLpodcastBig thanks to the Radio Wolfgang team for studio assistance and to @althenative for dropping in for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 54: Jordan Stephens

Dermot Kennedy

Singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy joins Romesh and Rumaj to chat about his hip hop influences, 50 Cent, Meek Mill and working with legendary producer Mike Dean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy joins Romesh and Rumaj to chat about his hip hop influences, 50 Cent, Meek Mill and working with legendary producer Mike Dean. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 - Episode 2: Dermot Kennedy

Amelia Dimoldenberg

Yes mate, we’ve only gone and got Chicken Shop Date host Amelia Dimoldenberg joining us for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yes mate, we’ve only gone and got Chicken Shop Date host Amelia Dimoldenberg joining us for a chat. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 - Episode 9: Amelia Dimoldenberg

We bring you a special double episode this week. First up, we're honoured to have an independent US Hip Hop legend join us - the one and only Murs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We bring you a special double episode this week. First up, we're honoured to have an independent US Hip Hop legend join us - the one and only Murs! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 64: Murs

Tom Davis

Tom Davis, comedian and actor, joins Romesh for Episode 13#hiphopsavedmylife #romeshranganathan #hiphoppodcast #tomdavis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Davis, comedian and actor, joins Romesh for Episode 13#hiphopsavedmylife #romeshranganathan #hiphoppodcast #tomdavis Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 13: Tom Davis

Rodney P

This is one big episode! For our second live edition of the podcast, Romesh, Rumaj, Ben Green and DJ Martin2Smoove are joined on stage by the godfather of UK Hip Hop himself - Rodney P. Recorded on 27th September 2018 at The Moth Club in Hackney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is one big episode! For our second live edition of the podcast, Romesh, Rumaj, Ben Green and DJ Martin2Smoove are joined on stage by the godfather of UK Hip Hop himself - Rodney P. Recorded on 27th September 2018 at The Moth Club in Hackney. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 63: HHSML LIVE with Rodney P

Sarah Callaghan

Comedian and writer, Sarah Callaghan, joins Romesh and Ru-Maj to chat Kendrick Lamar's back catalogue, Drake, J Cole and Snoop Dogg.. amongst other tangents!Romesh's Recommendation for this episode is: Czarface and Doom Huge thanks to @sarahecallaghan and Radio Wolfgang for studio assistance. Keep up to date with what Sarah's up to via sarahcallaghan.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian and writer, Sarah Callaghan, joins Romesh and Ru-Maj to chat Kendrick Lamar's back catalogue, Drake, J Cole and Snoop Dogg.. amongst other tangents!Romesh's Recommendation for this episode is: Czarface and Doom Huge thanks to @sarahecallaghan and Radio Wolfgang for studio assistance. Keep up to date with what Sarah's up to via <a href="http://sarahcallaghan.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sarahcallaghan.com</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 51: Sarah Callaghan

The 'Verbal Herman Munster' himself steps into the studio to talk about the past and present state of hip hop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 'Verbal Herman Munster' himself steps into the studio to talk about the past and present state of hip hop Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Episode 33: Chali 2na

East London's finest, the one and only Kano, joins Rom and Rumaj to chat about his new album, upcoming tour and a whole lot more. It's a banger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

East London's finest, the one and only Kano, joins Rom and Rumaj to chat about his new album, upcoming tour and a whole lot more. It's a banger! Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

S2 - Episode 7: Kano

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