Something Wrong With The Podcast – Episode 33: Young Thug Leaks & Hot 97's DJ Enuff Gets Fired

Host: Julian Delgado
Date: September 2, 2025

Episode Overview

Julian Delgado returns from a relaxing holiday to dive into the most pressing and controversial stories in hip hop and culture this week. He explores the seismic Young Thug court case leaks and their effect on the Atlanta rap community, shares personal insights about the radio industry in light of DJ Enuff’s departure from Hot 97, and riffs on generational nostalgia, the age of politicians, representation in tennis, and more. As always, Julian’s signature humor and unfiltered thoughts drive the conversation, with listener shoutouts and personal anecdotes adding warmth and levity.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Young Thug Court Leaks and Ramifications (00:55–22:30)

• Context and Background:
  • Young Thug, previously vocal about being "anti-snitch," faces leaked court audio—two hours long—where he discusses associates’ crimes, including the 2015 shooting of Lil Wayne’s tour bus.
  • The recording is "especially jarring for fans of Thug considering he hasn't been shy about accusing people of being rats or snitching in the past." (03:40)
• Authenticity of Leaks:
  • Julian admits the audio is unverified, but its impact is real.
  • Raises questions about who is leaking these allegedly sealed court recordings: “Biggest question is who is leaking this information?...I would imagine Thug isn’t involved because these are pretty quite incriminating for him.” (13:33)
• Industry Facades & Manipulation:
  • Young Thug allegedly paid $50,000 for Gunna’s album to go #1, illustrating how "a lot of what you see with your favorite artists is a facade." (06:23)
  • Publicly buying chart positions is now more openly acknowledged.
  • Critiques Thug for now distancing himself from Gunna after facilitating the move: “Don’t act like Gunna’s the corny one here…you put him in that position.” (08:24)
• Atlanta’s Unity Myth:
  • The leaks have “catapulted a fast rolling downfall of what people used to emulate about Atlanta”—the perception of relentless mutual support is collapsing.
  • “Atlanta is always looked at...as the city that always lifts each other up…This has ripped the lid off that.” (15:10)
  • Parallels drawn to previous East and West coast divisions. Atlanta’s hip hop community now faces its own internal fractures.
• Shifting Alliances:
  • Industry figures like Lil Baby and producer Southside “have put their stake in the ground,” refusing to work with “rats,” but may need to reconsider as new info about Thug emerges.
  • “We’re in this cycle of leak, response, leak, response…going to see a changing of the guard, or at least...a landscape change on who aligns with who and where the dust settles.” (19:08)
• Ramifications of Leaks:
  • Legal ramifications loom as these are presumed to be sealed court documents.
  • Example given: QC’s Pierre and Lil Baby unfollowed each other on Instagram—Julian notes the performative but (in this culture) meaningful nature of these gestures. (22:00)

Notable Quote:
"It's really easy to champion everybody and be like the man that loves your people when everybody's eating and everybody's doing well and succeeding. Now that there's a clear division, self inflicted...we're seeing where the chips may have been falling a while ago." — Julian Delgado (18:20)

2. DJ Enuff Fired from Hot 97: Personal Reflection & Industry Impact (22:30–33:15)

• DJ Enuff’s Legacy:
  • 27 years at Hot 97; broke artists and classic tracks; was Biggie’s tour DJ.
  • Julian recounts his own early days at Hot 97 and a formative, kind interaction with DJ Enuff. (24:10)
  • “He didn’t owe a new kid anything, but he really went out of his way to make me feel like I belonged in the building. That stuck with me.” (27:19)
• Departure Circumstances:
  • TMZ captured his exit, hinting it was not on his terms. Speculation about internal station politics, particularly regarding Funk Flex.
  • Julian withholds from “getting too messy” but vouches for Enuff’s character and hopes for his successful next chapter.
• Industry Reflection:
  • “Egoless…if there is an ego…he didn’t lead with it.”
  • Laments the changing media landscape and loss of radio gatekeepers like Enuff.

Notable Quote:
"DJ Enuff is a New York legend for sure, but just a radio legend in general. Nearly 30 years on air…truly one of the best guys to touch radio." — Julian Delgado (29:15)

3. Generational Nostalgia and Trippie Redd’s 2017 Reminiscence (33:16–38:00)

• Trippie Redd’s Viral Clip:
  • Trippie Redd bemoans artists trying to remake the “old school” 2017 sound.
  • Julian notes the cyclical nature of nostalgia: “Every era says this about everything. You had to be there when Chief Keef fucking dropped...’Don’t Like’.”
• Youthful Perspective:
  • Mocks the idea of calling 2017 “vintage” when Trippie is only 26.
  • Reframes Trippie’s complaints as a testament to his impact and the normal process of the younger generation drawing inspiration.
• Industry Advice:
  • Urges experienced artists to mentor rather than dismiss newcomers: “If you want to give it back, find a kid you want to mentor...don’t shit on the kids just for trying to get their bearings together.” (37:08)

Memorable Moment:
"This kid's 26, talking about, 'I'm the old man now. They're trying to recreate that feeling.' To his point though...find a kid that you want to mentor." — Julian Delgado (36:15)

4. “Old Man Presidents” – Satirical Current Events (38:01–41:40)

• Trump Rumors and US Leadership Concerns:
  • Jokes about viral rumors surrounding Trump’s health, blurry “proof of life” photos, and conspiratorial internet reactions. (38:15)
  • Critique of both major parties running aging candidates; suggests it’s absurd America’s main concern is “if the leader of the free world is alive.”
  • Considers the prospect of younger politicians, alluding to J.D. Vance and once again wishing for Bernie Sanders’ return (“Unless it’s Bernie, man, fuck it. Run Bernie back.”).
• Societal Satire:
  • Highlights the surreal nature of presidential news cycles: “That’s how we’re deciding our elections now. It’s the saddest thing.”

5. Tennis, Representation, and Exposure (41:41–47:59)

• Personal Fandom:
  • Expresses devotion to tennis, especially the US Open, and acknowledges its growing diversity.
• Representation Impact:
  • Inspired by performances from Naomi Osaka and Coco Gauff: “It’s just exciting to see like these, you know, mixed women and black women in particular just dominate a sport that historically has never opened the door for them.” (44:00)
  • Observes the supportive reaction from fans and the importance of young children seeing diverse role models.
• The Value of Exposure:
  • Shares a family anecdote: “The more that you’re exposed to, the more that you see, the better you become as a person.”
• Personal Update:
  • Shoulder recovery is progressing; returns to the gym for limited exercises and hopes to soon play basketball again.

6. New York Life, Listener Shoutouts & Culture Notes (48:00–End)

• Weekend Recap & Friends:
  • Julian spends time in NYC, referencing long city walks with his director friend Nima, and shouts out Nima’s unique tradition of framing call sheets signed by talent.
• Listener Encounters:
  • Thanks followers who recognize him on the street—special congrats to "Burgod" on his recent marriage and general appreciation for fan interactions. (50:10)
• Miscellaneous Recommendations:
  • Mentions new movies he plans to see (“Caught Stealing,” “Highs to Lows,” “The Roses,” and the new “Conjuring”) and promises to report back.
• Affectionate Sign-Off:
  • Closes with gratitude for listeners and signature humor: “Nothing wrong with the pussy. Nothing wrong with the pussy. Nothing wrong with the pussy.”

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

• On Young Thug and Leaks:
  “Now that there’s a clear division, self-inflicted by way of…this RICO case, we’re seeing where the chips may have been falling a while ago before they’ve been exposed to us.” (18:27)

• On Industry Facades:
  “A lot of what you see with your favorite artists is a facade. And I’m not saying that Gunna’s album wasn’t great, but if you’re that close to flirting with number one, you’re going to put in the money it takes to get it there.” (07:00)

• On DJ Enuff:
  “When I shook his hand, he said my name back to me…it really made me feel like my voice mattered in the industry.” (27:19)

• On Generational Nostalgia:
  “This kid’s 26, talking about, ‘I’m the old man now…’ It’s a testament to how long he’s been relevant and how young he really made a name for himself. But, I love it.” (36:01)

• On Representation in Tennis:
  “It’s just cool to see that exposure…the kids, little Black girls and boys, mixed kids…these are core memory moments.” (45:10)

• On Fan Recognition:
  “It’s such a positive reception, which I really love. So keep it up. It’s a good time every time. I love talking to everybody—kind of why I do this.” (52:00)

Important Segment Timestamps

• 00:55 — Young Thug court leaks and details
• 06:25 — Paying for chart positions: Gunna’s #1 album
• 14:50 — Atlanta hip hop unity myth challenged
• 22:00 — Social media as hip hop diplomacy: QC/Lil Baby unfollow
• 22:30 — DJ Enuff’s Hot 97 departure + Julian’s personal story
• 33:16 — Trippie Redd and 2017 “old school” nostalgia
• 38:01 — Trump health rumors and America's “old man” president problem
• 41:41 — US Open, tennis diversity, representation
• 47:59 — NYC stories, listener shoutouts, fan recognition
• 53:00 — Close and sign off

Conclusion

This wide-ranging episode weaves together music industry inside baseball, generational shifts in culture, sharp social commentary, and heartfelt stories from Julian’s NYC life. Whether you’re invested in hip hop’s ongoing drama, nostalgic about recent rap eras, or just enjoying Julian’s blend of honesty and humor, this episode is a dynamic, insightful slice of current culture.

“Nothing wrong with the pussy. Nothing wrong with the pussy.” — Julian Delgado (Outro)