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Diggin' In The Digits

The 5th Element Podcast Network
Hip-Hop
UK Hip-Hop
Boot Camp Clik
9th Wonder
Music History
Gang Starr
Music Production
R&B
Public Enemy
Ice-T
Mobb Deep
Drake
Will Smith
Gangster Rap
Grime
Stetsasonic
Kendrick Lamar
2 Live Crew
Guru
King Tee

Welcome to "Diggin' In The Digits", where Creator of 'Hip-Hop By The Numbers' Ben Carter and Director of 'The 5th Element' Charlie Taylor deliver entirely unique retrospectives behind Hip-Hop's biggest artists, stories & its roots, discussing them in detail. From Australia to the UK and beyond. A 5EPN Original.

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Anna Stubbs
Multi-instrumentalists, record label owner, and jazztronica artist.
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Executive at Intercept Music with extensive experience in the music industry.
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Episode: Ep.329 - An Interview W/ Intercept Music's Jesse Flores
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Adam Valson
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Episode: An Interview W/ The Allergies

Hosts

Charlie Taylor
Director of The 5th Element; co-host of Diggin' In The Digits; host with focus on deep-dive hip-hop retrospectives and network leadership.
Ben Carter
Creator of Hip-Hop By The Numbers; co-host of Diggin' In The Digits; brings data-driven angles to music history discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Oh dear

    Boy oh boy these gentlemen sure are comfortable saying a racial slur for African Americans I can’t put here for obvious reasons.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SpaceDuckets
    United States4 years ago
  • Review 🤙🏼

    Lads, come across yas 6 weeks ago and seriously the best HH poddy I’ve heard! Essential weekly listening

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LukeFluency
    Australia6 years ago
  • HIPHOP

    Keeping HipHop conversations alive

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GQ1221
    United States6 years ago
  • lol

    good podcast but imagine thinking cole is better than future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lincolnbryant2
    United States7 years ago
  • Ben Carter is a gem

    The man is single-handedly saving Hip Hop, one statistic at a time. Great podcast for qualitative discussion that expounds on all the one of a kind data that’s made him an online phenomenon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carter sc0tt
    United States7 years ago

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One of the best music podcasts I've come across recently.
Lads, best HH poddy I've heard; essential weekly listening.
Ben Carter is a gem; praised for data-driven discussions.
Imagine Coleman better than Future? humorous fan take.
Keeping HipHop conversations alive; strong positive feedback.
Oh dear: Laments a racial slur in a listener review, highlighting controversial moments.

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The EP reflects my journey through relationships and heartbreak, exploring themes of love and closure.
An Interview W/ London-Based Producer Ryder
Q: What is your top five?
Ryder lists his top five artists: Jay Electronica, Vibes Cartel, Bell and Sebastian, all three Greedo, and I'm on show.
An Interview W/ Jazztronica Artist Kinzoogianna
Q: Where were you born?
I was born in Essex.
Ep.305 - Contemporary Cool, Vol. 16
Q: Is Tetsuo and Youth considered amongst fans of Lupe, et cetera? Is it considered his best album, and why is it considered his best album?
Ben believes it's not necessarily considered Lupe's best album, but many point to it as a favorite due to the brilliance of the song "Mural" and its commercial success.
An Interview With Dallas/NYC Rapper EB Rebel
Q: How would you describe your rapping and your arts at this moment in time?
I describe myself as a genre-less artist, allowing me to explore different musical styles without being boxed in.

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A sharp, data-informed look at hip-hop history and artists, grounded in deep-dive artist retrospectives, production then-and-now comparisons, and personal listening anecdotes. Episodes mix historical context, discography breakdown, and nuanced takes on lyricism, storytelling, and production, often pairing heavyweight catalogs with behind-the-scenes industry realities. Notable strengths include rigorous note-taking, clear passion for the music, and a candid, opinionated host duo that balances affection for classics with critical appraisal. The format is well suited for listeners who want both context and evaluative takes, whether they're exploring artists across eras or evaluating how data and storytelling intersect in hip-hop.

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