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January 27, 2020

R.I.P. Kobe Bryant, Grammy Wins & Controversy, Nicki & Meek Confront Each Other | Everyday Struggle

On Thursday's (Jan. 23) episode of #EverydayStruggle, Nadeska, Wayno and DJ Akademiks mourn the loss of legendary basketball player Kobe Bryant, and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna Bryant. The EDS crew share their greatest memories of Kobe, and recap the tributes and reactions of celebrities from all over the world affected by Kobe’s tragic loss. Later in the show, the trio discusses the Grammy Award winners from last night,  including Tyler, The Creator for Best Rap Album, Nipsey Hussle for Best Rap Performance, 21 Savage and J. Cole for Best Rap song and more. Next, the squad speaks on former Recording Academy President and CEO, Deborah Dugan, calling out the Grammy committee for corruption and  sexual harassment. The crew then continues the conversation by reacting to Diddy’s remarks at Clive Davis’ Annual Pre-Grammy party, where Diddy gave the organization ‘365 days’ to get their act together. The EDS crew also answers a fan question asking their opinions on whether or not the Grammys will make necessary changes next year and to close out the show, they speak on Meek Mill, Nicki Minaj and her husband, Kenneth Petty, getting into a verbal altercation at a clothing store this past weekend. 

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Everyday Struggle
Everyday Struggle is a daily hip-hop debate show where internet sensation DJ Akademiks and hip-hop veteran Wayno square off on the biggest topics in music and pop culture, moderated by journalist Nadeska Alexis. The hosts bring their fans an in-depth look into the biggest stories in the hip-hop community with commentary, exclusive content, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the biggest shows in rap. Popular segments throughout the show include The Review, AK by the Numbers, Heat Check, Struggle Mail and more. Conversations and opinions are of the hosts and are not representative of Complex or their guests. Notable celebrities on the show have included 21 Savage, Vince Staples, 2 Chainz, Jeezy, SZA, Erykah Badu, Tory Lanez, and spawned viral moments with rappers like Lil Yachty, Soulja Boy and the Migos. The show launched in April 2017 and airs Monday through Thursday on Complex.