In this episode, the boys take a trip down memory lane as we break down why 2016 trends and aesthetics are suddenly resurfacing in 2026. From nostalgia-core to internet throwbacks, we talk about how that era has been glamorized — and whether people are clinging to it in hopes that 2026 becomes a better year.We also shift into a deeper conversation around social issues, protest culture, and public empathy, exploring why some people view protesting as “disruptive” while others see that reaction as a lack of compassion.To close things out, we react to iShowSpeed’s viral appearance in Nigeria, and what moments like that say about global internet culture today.Tap in for laughs, perspective, and real conversation.TIMESTAMPS0:00 — INTRO3:09 — Is 2026 the New 2016? (Nostalgia & Throwback Trends)9:00 — Social Issues, Protests & Public Empathy22:50 — iShowSpeed in Nigeria27:50 — OUTROFollow our socials: https://linktr.ee/theshoptalk1Follow us on our Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3zpDDijF7LWJ55YBGQcIi3?si=sIwWzdEkQn-AcKgCZ2_DDw⚡️ Follow Us On Social Media:)●📸 Facebook : ●📸 Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/the_shop_talk_podcast/●📸 Twitter : https://x.com/the_ShopTalk●🎥 TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@the_shoptalk_podcast|♡|CONTACT US |♡|📨 Email at theshoptalk1@gmail.com▶️Let's Watch Our Other Videos 💥💥----------------------------------------------------------------✅Other Video Links:👇👇🎥 THE VANCOVER SUMMER EXPERIENCE :👉 https://youtu.be/WwPPaFcpPOM----------------------------------------------------------------🎥 From Podcast To First Live Show Success :👉 https://youtu.be/WcWjRQa81mw----------------------------------------------------------------🎥 JUICIEST HOMETOWN SCANDALS & CHILD SUPPORT DRAMA :👉 https://youtu.be/x-lFB-ui1-k----------------------------------------------------------------🎥 THE BRAINS BEHIND FRVR EARTH CLOTHING BRAND :👉 https://youtu.be/hY8Ah3mueYU----------------------------------------------------------------🎥 Who wins in the 100 vs 1. Is it the 100 men? :👉 https://youtu.be/-radu7T4jMg----------------------------------------------------------------🎥 Men Are TRASH?! Breaking Down Double Standards & The ‘Pink Tax :👉 https://youtu.be/2e9Vn3bx3BI🔎Hashtags:#loveisland #vancouverlifestyle #fallseason #worldcup2026 #vancouverpodcast***Thank you for watching this video, click the "SUBSCRIBE" button to stay connected with this channel.Subscription Link : https://www.youtube.com/@TheShopTalk1

In today’s episode, we bring on local afrobeats artist, King Fahd, to talk us through the lifestyle of being an afrobeats artist in Vancouver. From his origin story to life experiences and creative process we dive deep into everything that has shaped them to be the artist that they are today. Tune in for laughs, insight, and some real talk on what being an afrobeats artist in Canada truly looks like.

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - INTRO: WELCOME KING FAHD

2:25 - THIS OR THAT GAME

9:50 - FREESTYLE WORD GAME

18:41 - KING FAHD ORIGIN STORY

25:55 - THE MUSICAL JOURNEY

30:03 -THE ART OF BEING A LIVE PERFORMER

38:45 - BEHIND THE LYRICS

48:00 - AFROBEAT EVENT EXPERIENCE

52:45 - OUTRO: WHATS TO COME

Are we officially the new uncs?

In this episode, the boys dive into that weird feeling of growing older and watching the things we grew up with turn into “throwback” aesthetics for Gen Alpha. We unpack what it’s like seeing kids raised during COVID and the iPad era, how technology is shaping their behaviour, and whether we’re just becoming out of touch… or finally self-aware.

We also break down the Bad Bunny Super Bowl controversy and try to understand why so many Americans are heated about the idea of him performing.To wrap it up, we look back at everything 2025 has thrown at us so far — from culture to music to big life shifts.

Tune in for jokes, perspective, and a whole lot of “wow… we’re really getting old.”

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - INTRO: ARE WE THE NEW UNCS?

2:40 - TST GAME SHOW: GEN ALPHA SLANG

13:55 - PARENTING COVID’s IPAD BABIES

19:40 - BAD BUNNY SUPERBOWL CONTROVERSY

25:20 - WHY AREN’T LOCAL ARTISTS TOURING?

27:14 - OUTRO: 2025 IN RETROSPECT