The Punchline Academy
The Punchline Academy: Hip Hop’s Premier Platform for Lyricism
Hosted by the multifaceted Da Inphamus Amadeuz, The Punchline Academy is a powerhouse radio show dedicated to showcasing raw talent and authentic hip hop. Airing every Wednesday at 9 PM EST | 6 PM PT on Shade 45 (SiriusXM), the show has become a vital space for artists to display their lyrical prowess and engage in hip hop culture.
Notable Guests
The Punchline Academy has hosted some of the most respected names in the industry, including:
- Onyx
- Scarlip
- Daz Dillinger
- B-Real
- Cormega
- Freeway
- Joell Ortiz
- K7
- Dave East
- 38 Spesh
- 41
- Fivio Foreign
- E.D.I Mean
- Cory Gunz
About Da Inphamus Amadeuz
Da Inphamus Amadeuz is more than just a radio host—he’s a visionary within the hip hop community. With over 175 film directorial credits, he has worked with legendary artists such as The LOX, Papoose, Fetty Wap, Kool G Rap, and Cormega. Most notably, he directed Prodigy of Mobb Deep‘s final music video, “Don’t Test My Crown”.
His influence extends beyond music. Da Inphamus Amadeuz was featured on National Geographic’s “Underworld Inc” (Season 2, Episode 1 “Moonshine Mayhem”) for popularizing the infamous “Nutcracker” drink on a global scale.
In addition, he founded the print publication iGet@Em Magazine, which was available at over 243 newsstands across the Tri-State area. The magazine featured cover stories on major artists like Cardi B, AZ, Papoose, and Lloyd Banks. Da Inphamus Amadeuz also led the modeling agency Get@Em Girlz, which became a premier agency for women in entertainment. The agency had casting credits with industry giants such as 50 Cent, Fabolous, 2 Chainz, and Kendrick Lamar.
Impact on Hip Hop
The Punchline Academy, under Da Inphamus Amadeuz’s leadership, has become an influential platform that bridges hip hop legends with rising stars. The show’s commitment to lyrical excellence and cultural authenticity makes it an essential part of today’s hip hop landscape.