# Erick Sermon on EPMD, Hit Squad, & Def Squad Movement | Ep.23

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Podcast: [Still 400: The Mannie & Juvie Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/still-400-the-mannie-juvie-show-7590365)
Published: 2026-04-21T09:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 5789

## Resource

Mannie Fresh sits down with Erick Sermon as he talks through EPMD, the Hit Squad, and Def Squad while sharing real stories from his time in the industry. He breaks down how things started, the relationships and tensions that led to changes, and what it was like working with different artists and being in the studio. Throughout the episode, he reflects on key moments, decisions, and experiences that shaped his path and legacy in hip hop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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