Highstreet’s Halloween Highlights: Music, Costumes, and a Debate-Filled Episode with Hakiim.

Highstreet crew welcomed the holiday season with an electrifying Halloween-themed episode, featuring an exclusive performance of a fresh Halloween track by Dallas and Naughtyy. They also brought back fan-favorite guest Hakiim, who sat down with the crew in full Halloween spirit to discuss his latest project, “4L”. The conversation kicked off with costume reveals, including one dressed as Eminem sporting a tongue-in-cheek “White Rappers” T-shirt, setting a lively tone. Trick-or-treaters added to the festive vibe, and the team celebrated their recent Boston Music Award nomination, all while debating the season’s best costumes and spooky beats.

The Highstreet team switched gears to dive into the complex topic of tipping culture, particularly in the U.S., where the crew debated a local ballot proposal concerning server wages. They weighed the pros and cons of raising base wages for servers versus maintaining the traditional tip-based system. Concerns over how changes could affect both menu prices and servers’ earnings were raised, as the team discussed tipping etiquette across various venues, from coffee shops to bars. The spirited discussion brought to light the different perspectives on how America’s tipping norms impact both customers and the service industry.

In a candid conversation about the challenges faced by sex workers, the group discussed the push to decriminalize prostitution, noting that criminalization often places workers in unsafe conditions. Highstreet’s crew voiced support for legalization, agreeing that a regulated system could improve safety and offer protections for individuals in the industry. They noted that decriminalization would align with a growing global conversation about ensuring dignity and security for workers across all sectors.

The conversation then moved to drug policy, with the team examining the recent drug decriminalization efforts in Oregon as a model for treating addiction as a health issue. They discussed the potential benefits and pitfalls of such an approach and weighed the advantages of decriminalizing psychedelics, specifically mushrooms. The Highstreet team debated whether these changes reflect a more compassionate societal view on addiction, focusing on rehabilitation and mental health support over criminal penalties.

The conversation turned to high-profile legal troubles and scandals, including Lil Durk’s recent federal charges for an alleged murder-for-hire scheme and Diddy’s controversial allegations. Drawing parallels to historical cases like Bill Cosby, the crew explored how celebrity legal issues often play out in the media and impact public perception. Highstreet’s free-flowing discussion blended serious commentary with lighter moments, giving each member a platform to share their take on today’s pop culture headlines.