expediTIously with Tip "T.I." Harris

Bill Duke: Predator, Menace II Society & A Lifetime Shaping Black Cinema

On this week’s episode of ExpediTIously, we sit down with Bill Duke, the legendary actor and director receiving his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on hist 83rd Birthday  during Black History Month.From Predator and Commando… to that globally recognized one-scene cameo in Menace II Society… to directing Deep Cover and Sister Act 2, Duke’s impact spans five decades of film, culture, and mentorship.In this episode, we cover:• The story behind the famous Menace II Society line, quoted worldwide, even in China• Acting in action classics like Predator and Commando• Directing culturally significant films and shaping music/film history (Deep Cover, Sister Act 2)• Launching Lauryn Hill, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg through his projects• Philosophies on life, perseverance, identity, and equality• Work ethic: “Good is not good enough and great is not good enough. Excellence, excellence, your names on it.”• Mentorship, representation, and legacy• Reflections on receiving a Walk of Fame star at 83on his Birthday

Did T.I. Leave HaHa Mafia for Rap Again? The Crew AIRS IT OUT

T.I. reunites with the HaHa Mafia and it gets OUT OF CONTROL fast.From roasting Tip’s Grammys fit to accusing him of “running off” for rap again, the crew holds nothing back. Booty shorts in Boat Rock. OnlyFans confessions. Comedy vs rap debates. Smokey Robinson catching strays. And yes… “All Ears Must Hear” makes a comeback.This episode is pure chaos, pure jokes, and pure HaHa Mafia energy.Is T.I. really back? Or did he leave the comedy tour in the dust? 👀

Shaq & T.I. on Championships, Culture, and Staying Relevant

On this episode of Expeditiously, @T.I. sits down with Shaquille O’Neal for a real conversation about business, legacy, and the transition from the league to life after. Shaq breaks down how he secured his biggest NBA deals, his mindset behind his DJ career, and what it was like playing with Kobe. They also get into the current landscape of the NBA, whether Shaq would ever buy a team, and what it takes to stay on top once the jersey comes off.

Cam Newton with T.I.: Super Bowl Lessons on Failure, Fame and Fatherhood

SUPER BOWL WEEK: Cam Newton on Hitting Rock Bottom, Rising to MVP & Staying True to Yourself | ExpeditiouslyIn honor of Super Bowl week, NFL MVP and Heisman Trophy winner Cam Newton sits down with T.I. for one of the most powerful conversations about redemption, resilience, and what it really takes to succeed at the highest level.As millions tune in for football's biggest game, Cam takes us behind the curtain of his journey—from his darkest moment to becoming one of the most dynamic quarterbacks in NFL history.In this Super Bowl week special, Cam reveals:How hitting rock bottom in 2008 became the wake-up call that saved his entire futureThe diversion program that gave him a second chance when his career could have ended before it startedEntering the NFL with massive expectations—throwing for 400+ yards in his debut and 4,000+ as a rookieThe mental toughness required to handle both extreme praise and brutal criticism simultaneouslyHow he learned to separate external noise from internal belief during the biggest momentsWhy fatherhood completely transformed his definition of success beyond championships and statsStaying confident and authentic while the world demands you conformCo-hosting BET's 106 & Sports and building "Funky Friday with Cam Newton" into a must-listen podcastHis advice for young people facing adversity: "Giving up is never the answer"The untold parts of his story that haven't been told correctlyFrom Offensive Rookie of the Year to cultural icon, Cam Newton proves that your setbacks don't define you—your comeback does. This Super Bowl week, hear from a man who knows what it takes to perform under the brightest lights.Word of the Day: Inexpugnable — Too powerful to be defeated or overcomeCam Newton joins Tip for a real conversation about pressure, expectations, redemption, fatherhood, being from Atlanta, and life after the Super Bowl stage. This isn’t about highlights — it’s about who you become when the lights are brightest.

DJ Toomp: From the Streets to Building Trap Music, T.I. & Atlanta’s Sound

Legendary producer DJ Toomp joins T.I. on ExpediTIously for a powerful conversation about the origin of trap music, building one of hip-hop’s most important careers, and transforming street knowledge into generational wealth.Toomp breaks down how he helped shape T.I.’s sound and career, the creative process behind defining records, and the unforgettable moment Jay-Z walked into the booth with no pen, no pad, and laid a verse in 15 minutes — something he says only T.I. consistently does at that level.He also speaks on Drake’s early connection to Atlanta’s sound, the evolution of trap music into a global genre, and his own journey from the streets to becoming a multi-platinum producer and investor.🎙️ In this episode, DJ Toomp covers:• Helping launch T.I. and co-creating the trap music sound• The real origin of trap music in Atlanta• Witnessing Jay-Z record with no pen, no paper• Drake’s relationship to Atlanta’s musical blueprint• Producing classics like “What You Know,” “24’s,” and Kanye West’s “Good Life”• Transitioning from the streets to ownership, real estate, and wealth building• The responsibility of mentoring the next generationFrom crafting the 808-driven sound that defined a generation to building a life beyond the studio, DJ Toomp shares real game on artistry, evolution, and longevity.🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with the architects of culture.#DJToomp #TI #Expeditiously #TrapMusic #JayZ #Drake #AtlantaHipHop #MusicProducer #HipHopHistory #WealthBuilding #RealEstate #Producers