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Dr. Umar Johnson returns to It’s Up There with Loon for a full episode conversation on the Karmelo Anthony case, Austin Metcalf, the 35-year sentence, Austin Metcalf’s dad, no Black jurors, stand your ground, self-defense, the appeal, race, and the trial that has divided America. In this episode, Dr. Umar goes all the way in on why he believes the Karmelo Anthony case is bigger than one courtroom. He reacts to the verdict, the 35-year sentence, the no-Black-juror issue, the self-defense argument, Austin Metcalf’s father, the defense team, the witness situation, and the larger question of whether Black children are allowed to defend themselves in America. Loon presses Dr. Umar on the questions people are arguing about right now: Was 35 years justice? Did Karmelo Anthony get a fair trial? Was “touch me and see what happens” a threat or a warning? Would Dr. Umar defend a white teen if the roles were reversed? Did Austin Metcalf’s dad go too far after the verdict? And what should Karmelo’s family do next with the appeal? Dr. Umar also speaks on multiculturalism, Black first, Jake Lang outside the courthouse, the father’s viral rant, Eddie Parra, the defense team, legal execution, jury selection, and why he believes this case exposed a deeper double standard in America. Editorial note: This episode contains commentary and allegations stated by the speakers. Claims about disputed facts, legal strategy, jury selection, race, and individuals involved in the case are attributed to the speakers and should be understood as commentary.  00:00 Dr. Umar Johnson Returns To It’s Up There 01:25 The Pan-African Fast And Spiritual Discipline 03:05 Numerology, Destiny And Alignment 04:35 Why Wealth Comes With Black Responsibility 06:10 Michael Jackson, Money And Philanthropy 07:40 Repentance, Forgiveness And Arrogance 09:15 Loon Brings Up The Karmelo Anthony Case 10:25 Dr. Umar Reacts To The Verdict 11:55 Why Umar Says This Case Is Bigger Than Court 13:25 The Original Crime In America Is Being Black 14:55 Karmelo Anthony, Austin Metcalf And Race In America 16:30 Zimmerman, Rittenhouse, Daniel Penny And Rick Chow Comparisons 18:20 Stand Your Ground And Black Self-Defense 20:00 Could Karmelo Anthony Get A Fair Trial? 21:25 No Black Jurors In The Trial 22:45 Dr. Umar Says Multiculturalism Died 24:15 35 Years For Karmelo Anthony 25:35 Was Murder The Right Charge? 27:00 The Grand Jury Question 28:20 Karmelo Anthony Being Tried As An Adult 29:45 The Caysen Allison Comparison 31:10 Loon Asks The Role-Reversal Question 32:40 Would Umar Defend A White Teen? 34:05 Threat Or Warning? 35:25 The Self-Defense Argument 37:00 Dr. Umar Questions The Defense Team 38:30 The Private Investigator Question 39:55 Why Umar Says The Trial Was An Inside Job 41:40 The Appeal And What Comes Next 43:05 Eddie Parra And The Judas Witness Claim 44:35 Dr. Umar Warns Karmelo About Prison Calls 46:05 Austin Metcalf’s Dad Goes Viral 47:25 Dr. Umar Reacts To Jeff Metcalf’s Rant 49:00 The Victim Impact Moment 50:35 Conditioning Is Stronger Than Intelligence 52:10 Trump And Public Racism 53:45 Where Were The Other Groups For Karmelo? 55:15 Black First 56:45 Jake Lang Outside The Courthouse 58:15 Final Thoughts On Karmelo Anthony, Austin Metcalf And Justice. #DrUmarJohnson #KarmeloAnthony #AustinMetcalf #JeffMetcalf #ItsUpThere #BigLoon #loon Dr. Umar says the Karmelo Anthony case is bigger than one courtroom. Was 35 years justice, or did the trial expose a double standard? Join Our Its Up There Podcast Clip Channel now https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh6Wk40kcNcMJ4t_jtmluw Discord https://discord.gg/GJKXMWQS For all exclusive interviews & more content not here click here https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🚨Unreleased Interviews https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🦺All Merch Options teespring.com/its-up-there-podcast-merch 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jheeb8FxYVDRo8khyrz36?si=e339dD2JRte2MYX2Uon3BQ 👀 SUBSCRIBE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw 👂 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-up-there-podcast/id1317524092?uo=4 👣FOLLOW ITS UP THERE PODCAST HOST : INSTAGRAM | fogfo_looney TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@fogfo_looney PATREON| https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast SUBSCRIBE TO Youtube Channel ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw WATCH MORE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwNIuOcAtoo&list=PLnwwxLxHiDWayq4HPgNYUtsAGvqe3liOOSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GloRilla is trending after her sister went public on TMZ, claiming the rapper hasn’t taken care of the family and saying their mother is still working at FedEx. The interview immediately sparked backlash, debate, and questions about money, family, and entitlement once fame enters the picture. In this solo episode, Loon breaks down exactly what was said, why taking family issues to the internet changes everything, and how situations like this play out when success meets expectations. This isn’t gossip — it’s a real conversation about family dynamics, access to outcomes, public pressure, and why money creates tension even when people believe it should fix everything. Loon also explains why viral family disputes hit harder than industry beef, how fame creates illusions about wealth, and why going public often closes doors that can’t be reopened. 🎙 It’s Up There Podcast 📍 Solo Culture Commentary 🔥 Viral situation explained with real context 👉 Watch the full episode of It’s Up There Podcast 👉 Share this episode and join the conversation 👉 Listen on Black Effect or wherever you get podcasts Follow & support the platform: ▶️ Patreon: https://patreon.com/ItsUpTherePodcast ▶️ Discord: https://discord.gg/3AwsHfDcJB ▶️ Instagram: @ItsUpTherePodcast #ItsUpTherePodcast #glorilla #GloRillaSister #ItsUpTherePodcast #Loon #HipHopCulture #RapNews #BlackEffect #CelebrityNews #ViralMoment #FamilyDrama #CultureCommentary (Add timestamps once uploaded — this structure works) 00:00 – Why the GloRilla situation went viral 05:30 – What her sister actually said on TMZ 12:40 – Family expectations vs reality 21:00 – Money, fame, and entitlement 33:00 – Why going public changes everythingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Effect Presents... It's Up There with Looney! Loon breaks down the Corey Holcomb vs Anton Daniels situation and explains why the internet’s “stand on it” culture creates traps for men with reputations. What starts as “disrespect” turns into a bigger conversation about masculinity, restraint, public image, and why corporate spaces tolerate certain energy from some people — but punish it from others. This episode isn’t just about the argument — it’s about the expectations placed on Black men to perform toughness on demand, and how words, ego, and audience pressure can push situations into the wrong lane. Chapters 0:00 Community + show updates 1:53 Corey Holcomb vs Anton Daniels — what happened and why it matters 3:27 “Warrior” expectations + why people admire Corey’s reputation 4:54 Corporate America & the internet’s double standards 9:50 Why the crowd expected violence (lion/gladiator talk) 14:56 Streets vs responsibility — business, community, and real adulthood 19:59 The “Caucasian male” question + “dancing around it” moment 23:39 Contracts, respect, and cultural disconnect (New Orleans example) 29:23 Peak tension — “I don’t do…” moment & energy shift 35:00 Getting out of harm’s way + what “respect” looks like in real time 40:41 The Tyler Perry example + lines men can’t cross 49:58 “This is a gay conversation” — how the exchange derails 59:48 Final verdict: why BOTH sides went out bad Tap in with the community: Patreon: https://patreon.com/ItsUpTherePodcast Discord: https://discord.gg/3AwsHfDcJB Previous Episodes Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnwwxLxHiDWYLCXvb81w69QAfr6cc1Y3N #CoreyHolcomb #AntonDaniels #ItsUpTherePodcast #Loon #ComedyCulture #Podcast #itsuptherepodcast #Loon #CoreyHolcomb #AntonDaniels #ComedyPodcast #BlackCulture #PodcastClips #ViralPodcast #Masculinity #Disrespect #StandOnIt #InternetCulture #CultureCommentary #Comedians #YouTubeDramaJoin Our Its Up There Podcast Clip Channel now https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh6Wk40kcNcMJ4t_jtmluw Discord https://discord.gg/GJKXMWQS For all exclusive interviews & more content not here click here https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🚨Unreleased Interviews https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🦺All Merch Options teespring.com/its-up-there-podcast-merch 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jheeb8FxYVDRo8khyrz36?si=e339dD2JRte2MYX2Uon3BQ 👀 SUBSCRIBE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw 👂 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-up-there-podcast/id1317524092?uo=4 👣FOLLOW ITS UP THERE PODCAST HOST : INSTAGRAM | fogfo_looney TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@fogfo_looney PATREON| https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast SUBSCRIBE TO Youtube Channel ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw WATCH MORE ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwNIuOcAtoo&list=PLnwwxLxHiDWayq4HPgNYUtsAGvqe3liOOSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this solo episode of It’s Up There Podcast, Loon breaks down the real conversation behind Fivio Foreign’s appearance on DJ Akademiks, the fallout involving 21 Savage, and the growing debate around the phrase “F the Streets.” What starts as a viral moment turns into a much bigger discussion about power, perception, ownership, and regional tension in hip-hop. Loon reacts to Fivio Foreign questioning the value of Southern artists and blog coverage, explains why so many rappers chase posts instead of profit, and unpacks how platforms like Akademiks shape narratives without paying artists for their IP. He also addresses the South vs North dynamic, why Atlanta continues to be the industry’s backbone, and how fame often gets mistaken for leverage. This episode also explores:• Why being posted on blogs doesn’t translate to music sales• The confusion between “street identity” and grown-man business• How artists give away power chasing clout• Why silence gets mistaken for weakness• Nipsey Hussle’s legacy vs today’s “street” conversations• Why the South doesn’t need validation to run the game This isn’t a defense of anyone — it’s a breakdown of the system, the incentives, and the misunderstanding driving these viral moments. If you’re looking for real perspective on Akademiks, Fivio Foreign, 21 Savage, Atlanta, hip-hop economics, blog culture, street narratives, and ownership, this episode puts everything into context. TOPICS DISCUSSED • Fivio Foreign on DJ Akademiks• 21 Savage and the “F the Streets” conversation• South vs North tension in hip-hop• Atlanta’s role in controlling music culture• Blog clout vs real money• Why artists beg for posts• IP, leverage, and ownership• Street talk vs business reality• Nipsey Hussle and elevation past the streets WATCH / LISTEN 🎧 Full episodes available on Black Effect and all major podcast platforms📺 Subscribe for more solo breakdowns and interviews💬 Join the conversation in the comments FOLLOW & SUPPORT Patreon: https://patreon.com/ItsUpTherePodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/3AwsHfDcJB #ItsUpTherePodcast #Loon #FivioForeign #Akademiks #21Savage #FTheStreets #SouthVsNorth #HipHopCulture #Atlanta #BlogCulture #MusicIndustry #Ownership #StreetTalk #RapCommentarySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Glasses Malone pulls up to It’s Up There Podcast with Big Loon for a sharp, direct conversation about media influence, cultural standards, and where lines in hip-hop media actually exist. The episode opens with a breakdown of DJ Akademiks vs Adin Ross, questioning why some platforms face heavy scrutiny while others move with far less resistance (00:01:25). Loon presses the No Jumper / Adam22 angle and digs into where “content” stops being conversation and starts becoming something else entirely (00:02:10). From there, the discussion pivots to the Drake vs Kendrick fallout. Loon and Glasses unpack the idea of Drake taking a legal route, Kendrick’s quiet weight in the culture, and what happens when rap conflicts move outside the booth and into real-world systems (00:03:12). They also address the UMG narrative — whether labels shape outcomes behind the scenes — and why Glasses pushes back on that idea (00:11:37). Glasses then zooms out on his own journey — coming up in Watts and Compton, being cultivated through Cash Money and Birdman, and why much of today’s podcast space feels performative rather than grounded (00:12:56). The episode closes by returning to the culture-line debate: public call-outs, Wack 100 mentions, and why Loon argues that not everything belongs online when real reputations and long-term outcomes are involved (00:45:05). This isn’t a clip chase. It’s a real conversation about media standards, responsibility, and how culture navigates influence in the digital age. 🔗 WATCH & CONNECT 📺 Subscribe to It’s Up There Podcast (Main Channel) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw 🎬 Its Up There Podcast – Clips Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh6Wk40kcNcMJ4t_jtmluw 🎧 Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jheeb8FxYVDRo8khyrz36 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-up-there-podcast/id1317524092 🔥 Exclusive & Unreleased Interviews (Patreon) https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 💬 Join the Discord https://discord.gg/GJKXMWQS 🧢 Merch https://teespring.com/its-up-there-podcast-merch 👣 FOLLOW BIG LOON Instagram: @fogfo_looney TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fogfo_looney Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.