S8 EP6: Mike D discusses breaking rap into the mainstream, the infamous hydraulic penis, and disbanding the Beastie Boys

Louis sits down with Grammy award-winning rapper, producer and former Beastie Boy Mike D. Speaking ahead of the release of his first solo album, Thank You, Mike tells Louis about breaking rap into the mainstream, the mechanics behind the Beastie Boys’ 20 foot hydraulic penis, and breaking up the band after Adam Yauch’s death. 

Warnings: Strong language and adult themes.  

 

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Song: Rapture, Blondie (1980) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/1hQr0D1ZXbGHFcWLhusijv  

 

Book: Everybody’s Fly, Fat Five Freddy with Mark Rozzo (2026) 

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/775871/everybodys-fly-by-fab-5-freddy-with-mark-rozzo/  

 

Song: Cooky Puss, Beastie Boys (1983)