The Appraise The Phrase Show’s spinoff, Circle The Block, takes the focus from the history of common phrases to the power of nostalgia one memory-triggering clip at a time. Join Rello and Cunda as they bring the most iconic moments in film, tv, sports, music, pop culture, and how they compare to current events of today.From the funniest sitcom moments to unforgettable sports moments to hilarious Super Bowl commercials to thinking back to when we used to play outside until the street lights came on, Circle The Block is here to give you fun facts about all of th...
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43 min
Kobe Scored 81. Bam Scored 83. Only One Mattered
On January 22, 2006, Kobe Bryant scored 81 points against the Toronto Raptors — 55 of them in the second half, with his team down 20. For twenty years it stood as the modern standa…
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37 min
Madonna’s VMA Kiss & the Night Prince Lost It on Michael
On August 28, 2003, Madonna opened the MTV Video Music Awards dressed as a groom, with Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera as her brides and kissed them both on live television.…
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45 min
1999 Proved Backup QBs Can Win Rings. Is 2026 Next?
In 1999, Trent Green went down in the preseason and the sports world wrote off the St. Louis Rams. Coach Vermeil stood at a podium in tears and told the media they would rally arou…
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49 min
Marvel's Wolverine Is Here. Logan's Been Here Since 1974
Marvel's Wolverine just dropped on PS5. Rello & Cunda trace Logan from Hulk #181 in 1974 to the arcade, X-Men vs. Street Fighter, and now.Marvel's Wolverine landed exclusively on P…
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44 min
Living Single vs. Friends
NBC's president said Living Single was the show he most wished he had. A year later, Friends premiered. Rello & Cunda break down the receipts.This week on Circle The Block, hosts R…
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35 min
The $17.7 Million Reason Shedeur Sanders Slid in the Draft
Shedeur Sanders fell to pick 144. Dan Marino fell to 27. Rello and Cunda break down the two wildest draft slides in NFL history.Football season is officially here, and on this epis…
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59 min
Music History in Houston (DJ Screw), Cincinnati (Bootsie) & Pittsburgh (Wiz Khalifa)
Houston gave the world screwed & chopped. Cincinnati gave the world Bootsy Collins. Pittsburgh gave the world Wiz Khalifa. This one's personal.This week on Circle The Block, hosts…
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35 min
The Chicken Sandwich Wars
Remember when a chicken sandwich caused actual chaos in the streets? Rello, Cunda & Miss Angie break down the Popeyes vs. KFC sandwich war. #PopeyesChickenSandwich #KFC #npstalgiaT…
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50 min
Tyson Bites Holyfield's Ear ft. George Forman's Nephew
The 1997 Tyson-Holyfield "Bite Fight" still lives rent-free in boxing history. Rello, Kunda & Miss Angie break it down — plus a special guest. #MikeTyson #CircleTheBlock #EvanderHo…
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1 h 05
25 Years Later: Giving Aaliyah Her Flowers
25 years after her passing, Rello, Kunda & Miss Angie give Aaliyah her flowers — Star Search debut, One In A Million, and the Beyoncé debate.This week on Circle The Block, hosts Re…
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52 min
DMX's Woodstock 99 Performance
DMX's 1999 Woodstock set is called one of the greatest hip hop performances ever. Rello, Kunda & Miss Angie break down why — plus the Aaliyah connection.On this episode of Circle T…
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Saquon Barkley's Backward Hurdle
In this episode, we explore the NFL season, draft strategies, Saquon Barkley's career highlights, and the dynamics of football fandom. Angie, Rello, and Cunda share insights, memor…
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54 min
2000 Summer Slam: The Rock vs. Triple H & Kurt Angle
This episode explores the remarkable journey of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, from his early days in football and wrestling to becoming a Hollywood superstar. The discussion highlight…
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49 min
1996 Summer Olympics 30 Year Anniversary
Join us as we revisit the iconic 1996 Olympics, explore legendary athletes like Michael Johnson and Muhammad Ali, and relive unforgettable moments from the Games that shaped sports…
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44 min
The Story of FUBU
In this episode of Circle the Block, Rello, Angie, and Cunda delve into the cultural significance and evolution of FUBU, the iconic streetwear brand founded by Daymond John and his…
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34 min
Woodstock 1969
In this episode of Circle the Block, Rello, Angie, and Cunda discuss personal experiences with summer heat and festivals, leading into a deep dive into the historical significance…
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44 min
Circle The Block on Summer Blockbusters
In this episode of Circle the Block, Rello, Cunda, and Angie discuss the significance of summer blockbusters in Hollywood, exploring their cultural impact, financial implications,…
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33 min
Thank You, Dad: Father's Day Episode
This episode, Rello and Cunda explore the cultural significance of Father's Day, its history, and its portrayal in sports and media, emphasizing the importance of active fatherhood…
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2 min
The 2004 Where You At Nextel Commercial Teaser
Hosts Rello and Cunda are back with Circle The Block podcast where nostalgia and culture come full circle. We talk about our favorite nostalgic moments in pop culture history, divi…
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45 min
The 2000 Slam Dunk Contest
In this episode of Circle the Block, Rello and Cunda discuss the evolution and decline of the NBA All-Star Weekend, particularly focusing on the Slam Dunk Contest. They reminisce a…