NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ Hip-Hop Affinity Questioned Amid Drink Champs Podcast Appearance

Mayor Eric Adams of New York City, despite having a somewhat questionable connection to the hip-hop scene, recently made an appearance on the Drink Champs podcast. The response to his appearance, however, has been largely lukewarm.

Public Response to Adams on Drink Champs

Adams’ appearance on the podcast was announced by rapper NORE, co-host of Drink Champs, with a tweet which received some not-so-favorable reactions. Criticism has been directed both towards the Mayor as well as the podcast, with the majority accusing NORE and his platform of promoting a person whose past as a NYPD officer and Brooklyn Borough President doesn’t seem to align with the hip-hop community.

Previous Appearances and Criticism

This is not the first time Adams has been criticized for attempting to bridge a connection with the hip-hop community. His previous interview on The Breakfast Club was also largely discredited. There, he was notably taken to task by activist, attorney, and political pundit Olayemi Olurin. She starkly highlighted Adams’ inconsistency, pointed out the racial profiling conducted by NYPD, and kept Adams on his toes by evading her pointed questions.

Although Olurin’s firm grip on policy proved to be invaluable in her interrogation of Adams, the same is not expected from NORE and his co-host DJ EFN. Their intellectual capacity to challenge Adams on complicated policy matters is questionable. Still, their inability shouldn’t deter them from asking hard-hitting questions – an expectation that the public doubt will be met.

Crowd’s Reaction to Adams’ Appearance

The greater public’s reaction to the news of Eric Adams’ guesting on the Drink Champs podcast can be seen in the response compilation available in the gallery section.

DPH Hot Take

In our view, Mayor Eric Adams’ attempts to align with the hip-hop community seem to be a strategic play for popular acceptance, particularly with younger demographics. However, his law enforcement background and controversial stances could hinder his progress. In the complex arena of politics and culture, high-profile appearances on platforms with a deep connection to the community can lead to heated debates and challenging questions. However, this doesn’t necessarily result in greater acceptance or respect among those audiences. His upcoming appearance on the Drink Champs Podcast will certainly be a testament to this observation.