Podcast Summary: The Read – "Felon The Pooh: A Wild Ride"
Hosts: Kid Fury & Crissle (Loud Speakers Network)
Release Date: April 9, 2026
Overview
In this highly entertaining episode, Kid Fury and Crissle serve up their trademark blend of humor, honesty, and unfiltered opinions as they dissect the latest happenings in hip-hop, pop culture, and internet foolishness. This week’s "Hot Tops" segment takes listeners on a “wild ride,” from New York’s new cosmetology law to Nintendo rumors, messy hip-hop beefs, music recs, and a rundown of recent celebrity scandals. With side-splitting commentary and raw insight, the duo also tackles listener letters about messy relationships and boundaries with friends, rounding out the show with their signature reads.
Key Segments & Discussion Points
Petty Black Excellence
[02:29–07:14]
- Topic: New York’s New Cosmetology Curriculum Mandate
- New law requires NY cosmetology schools to teach textured hair care (coily, kinky, wavy, etc.).
- Kid Fury: “This is exciting to me not only for the obvious reasons, but also it has to raise the number of teachers...” [04:46]
- Critique: People with existing licenses don't have to get new training; hope is that the field will self-correct due to social pressure and lawsuits.
- Crissle: “If you’re working somewhere like Ulta...maybe you should just take it upon yourself and go learn.” [05:55]
Hot Tops: Fire Nest!
[07:18–71:58]
Gaming Rumors & Nintendo Switch 2
[07:31–14:44]
- Kid Fury reports on a rumored Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake—potentially for the yet-to-be-released Switch 2.
- Lively debate over pricing & game exclusivity.
- Kid Fury: “If a new Zelda comes out, I fear I may…” [10:22]
- Reflection on Zelda franchise, nostalgia, and gaming habits.
Pop Culture: The Devil Wears Prada 2, Movie Buzz
[14:44–18:39]
- The new Devil Wears Prada trailer drops; Andy reencounters Miranda for a Runway exposé.
- Fashion, storylines, and hopes for Emily’s character.
- Crissle: “That does sound good. Emily’s probably an editor somewhere…” [16:12]
- Kid Fury: “I can’t wait. I’m so excited.” [12:30]
Music Roundup
[18:53–23:39]
- New Juvenile album, Boiling Point — “It is fantastic.” [19:05]
- Praise for Ray’s recent album, Alex Isley, and the richness of current music.
- Ray’s "Click Clack Symphony" with Hans Zimmer collaboration.
- Crissle: “It feels like you watched a movie and listened to an album at the same time.” [21:34]
Hip-Hop Family Drama & Petty Social Media
[25:07–35:01]
- Glorilla’s family feuding online about her “not paying her daddy’s light bill.”
- Discussion insight: Child-Parent guilt, family boundaries, fame, and expectations.
- Crissle: “Who are we supposed to be mad at here? She’s weird.” [29:53]
- Side tangent about rap girl drama and Aretha Franklin's legendary shade (Jill Scott hot dog anecdote).
- Kid Fury: “I would have been honored by the shade. No shade.” [35:13]
The Pooh Shiesty Saga: Hip-Hop Legal Woes
[38:19–50:02]
- Crissle recounts the (wild) story of Pooh Shiesty’s latest alleged kidnapping & robbery—against Gucci Mane, with his own father involved.
- “What difference would it even make if you did get out of your contract that way when you’re going back to prison?” [43:07] – Kid Fury
- Deep dive into patterns of criminality, family influence, and self-sabotage.
- Reflection on prison/recidivism psychology, society’s failures.
More Rapper Family Drama: T Grizzley & Offset Update
[51:26–59:08]
- T Grizzley’s mother upset about being "left out" while wife/mother-in-law got cars; Kid Fury speculates on family boundaries.
- Crissle: “You have to be a particularly awful mama for most niggas who get money to just completely cut you…” [54:36]
- Offset gets shot after gambling $900k away and owing $10,000 to Lil Tjay.
- Kid Fury: “He went to the hospital...seen in a photograph where he’s outside in his little hospital gown smoking a cigarette. It is probably already a viral meme.” [59:08]
Event & Entertainment Fiascos: Kanye & Cancelled Festivals
[63:01–71:46]
- Wireless Festival cancels after Kanye is announced as headliner; sponsors bail (Pepsi, Diageo).
- Kid Fury: “Pepsi...have a good time. Don’t ever say our names ever again.” [63:36]
- Criticism of festival organizers, feigned surprise at backlash, and Kanye’s empty apologies.
- Broader cultural critique: Selective outrage, lack of accountability for problematic celebs.
Notable Quotes & Moments
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On April Fool’s Day:
Kid Fury: “I hope you’re having a wonderful April. I’m so glad that that prank day is over because y’all get on my goddamn nerves...” [01:52] -
On Modern Raper Drama:
Kid Fury: “Why did you just send the niggas? Why did you go with them? …He wants to go back. There’s no other…” [48:42] -
On Kanye & Cancel Culture:
Crissle: “One little notesapp apology is not going to erase all of that. He has done some awful shit.” [65:38]
Listener Letter Highlights
Twitch as Political Education
[75:42–81:35]
- Kid Fury confirms he watches Hasan Piker’s Twitch stream and occasionally gifts subs.
- Kid Fury: “Hasan is doing amazing work...unpacking everything political in a way that is easy enough and grounded...”
- Supports celebrity involvement in political activism via new media.
Am I a Homewrecker?
[82:00–97:42]
- Listener “Jezebel” asks if she’s a “‘homewrecking slut’” after an affair with a much older married man who manipulated and assaulted her.
- Crissle and Kid Fury firmly side with the listener, condemning the adult man as the only one at fault.
- Kid Fury: “You absolutely ain’t do a fuck thing wrong in this situation...” [85:30]
- Discussion of grooming, societal double standards, misdirected blame, and the importance of therapy.
Friendship, Boundaries, and Caretaking
[97:56–111:55]
- Listener struggles with the burden of emotionally supporting a mentally unwell friend.
- Both hosts suggest boundaries have gotten blurred—“You’re not her caretaker, bro. You’re not her parent, you’re not her doctor...” [103:52]
- Advice: Step back, reassess, and communicate healthy boundaries.
The Read Segment: Weekly Rants
[117:05–141:59]
- Kid Fury reads: Pam Bondi’s public humiliation (“Boo. Stick your head in doo doo…that’s what you get, doofus.” [117:54]), SNL’s flawed La Roach impersonation, and the ongoing “civilization will die tonight” Trump debacle.
- Crissle reads: Legendary women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma’s tantrum after losing to Dawn Staley’s South Carolina team; highlights persistent disrespect of Black excellence and women in sports, but credits Dawn for her professionalism.
- Unified exasperation at the state of politics, Trump’s deranged decision-making, and the absurdity of current American life.
Memorable Moments
- Aretha Franklin Hot Dog Story:
Crissle: “Aretha Franklin looked me in my face and told me to go run her errand...I would still be telling niggas proud of it.” [35:20] - On Rap Girls and Petty Beef:
“Normally, when the rap girls are beefing, it’s because Nicki Minaj or Azealia Banks is involved...” [32:35] - Pooh Shiesty & the Dumbest Crime:
Crissle: “You didn’t ask not one smart person for advice on how to proceed.” [42:42] - Offset’s Meme-worthy Cigarette Hospital Photo:
Kid Fury: “When I saw the photo, I immediately said, oh, this is gonna be up there with the Michael Jordan crying one.” [59:08] - Crissle on Therapy:
“You did some things you regret, but take responsibility where you deserve to. Don’t take on the shame…” [97:26]
Timestamps for Key Segments
| Segment | Time | |---------------------------------------------|-----------| | Black Excellence / Cosmetology Law | 02:29–07:14| | Hot Tops Begins (Pop Culture Gossip) | 07:18 | | Nintendo Zelda Remake Discussion | 07:31–14:44| | Devil Wears Prada 2 News | 14:44–18:39| | Music Talk: Juvenile, Ray, Alex Isley | 18:53–23:39| | Glorilla Family Drama | 25:07–35:01| | Rap Girls, Aretha Franklin Shade | 35:01–38:19| | Pooh Shiesty Crime Breakdown | 38:19–50:02| | T Grizzley & Offset Updates | 51:26–59:08| | Kanye, Festivals, & Cancel Culture | 63:01–71:46| | Listener Letters Start | 75:05 | | Twitch as Political Space | 75:42-81:35| | Jezebel: “Am I a Homewrecker?” Letter | 82:00–97:42| | Enmeshment & Boundaries in Friendship | 97:56–111:55| | The Read Rants & Closing Segment | 117:05–141:59|
Tone
- Irreverent, hilarious, empathetic, and sharply insightful.
- Plenty of playful shading, pop culture references, and honest, unfiltered takes, with moments of earnest support—especially for listeners’ tough questions.
For Listeners Who Missed It
This episode captures The Read at their best: blending pop culture tea, gaming news, music obsessions, and internet foolishness, while digging into real issues like family mess, personal accountability, and boundary-setting. Kid Fury and Crissle’s chemistry shines through both the laughs and the moments of genuine care for their audience. The show is a must for anyone needing cathartic laughter, a break from political chaos, and some sharp perspective on the culture.
