Cam’ron and Mase have fired back at veteran journalist Elliott Wilson after his controversial remarks on their sports show, It Is What It Is. The drama unfolded on December 31 when the show’s Instagram account launched a series of scathing posts aimed at Wilson following his appearance on the Rory and Mal podcast.
In a bold Instagram caption, the duo called out Wilson, likening him to actor Cuba Gooding Jr. and accusing him of being a “salty” hater. “THE YEAR JUST STARTED & WE JUST CHILLING MINDING OUR BUSINESS SIPPING [champagne emoji]. HERE COME THIS ‘CUBAN GOODING JR’ LOOKING MUTHAFU*KA WITH HIS SALTY HATING AZZ,” read the post. They continued, “HEY YO @elliottwilson YOU WASHED & NOBODY IS CHECKING FOR YOU. #WETHENEWSOURCE GET USE TO IT [clown emoji] YOU A BONA FIED HATER AT IT’s FINEST.”
The feud didn’t stop there. A second post added fuel to the fire, addressing Wilson directly for following their account despite his criticism. “HEY @elliottwilson THEN YOU GOT SOME NERVE TO BE FOLLOWING US. BUT AS YOU CAN SEE WE DON’T FOLLOW YOU [clown emoji]. SO WITH THAT BEING SAID ‘CURVE’ YA BREATH STANK, IF ‘PUN’ WAS ALIVE HE WILL TELL YOU GO THAT WAY.”
The fiery responses were triggered by Wilson’s comments on the Rory and Mal podcast, where he questioned the credentials of celebrities-turned-podcasters. While he acknowledged their popularity, he criticized their lack of formal journalism training. “Everybody’s media. Summer Walker is media. Cam’ron is running around like he’s Stephen A. Smith. It’s what we’re doing,” Wilson stated, expressing his frustration with the influx of untrained personalities in media.
Wilson further argued that Cam’ron’s success in podcasting stems more from his celebrity status than his journalistic skills. “Cam’s not better than me, but he’s getting clicks because of who he is,” Wilson said, adding that he found Cam’ron’s interview style “cringeworthy.”
When asked to compare this phenomenon in music and sports, Wilson emphasized the challenges journalists face in adapting to a celebrity-driven media landscape. “It’s not easy, but I don’t like it,” Wilson admitted. “Imagine, like, this is the sht I do well, and now everybody wants to do it. I don’t like that sht and not be a hater.”
Wilson’s remarks have sparked a larger debate about the intersection of journalism and celebrity culture. Podcasters like Cam’ron and Mase represent a growing trend of entertainers leveraging their fame to create content outside their primary industries. While this shift has democratized media, it’s also challenged traditional notions of journalistic credibility and expertise.
Cam’ron and Mase’s unapologetic response underscores their confidence in their platform, It Is What It Is, which has gained a loyal following for its unfiltered commentary and bold approach to sports coverage. The duo’s willingness to confront critics head-on reflects the evolving dynamics of media, where personality and authenticity often outweigh formal credentials.
Fans of both sides have taken to social media to weigh in on the feud, with opinions sharply divided. Supporters of Cam’ron and Mase argue that their relatable style resonates with audiences in ways traditional journalism often doesn’t. Meanwhile, Wilson’s defenders maintain that professional standards are essential for maintaining credibility in media.
As the lines between entertainment and journalism continue to blur, debates like this highlight the tension between innovation and tradition. Whether you side with Elliott Wilson’s call for journalistic rigor or Cam’ron and Mase’s embrace of unorthodox media, one thing is clear: the conversation about the future of media is far from over.
What’s Next? While it remains to be seen if this war of words will escalate further, one thing is certain: Cam’ron and Mase are not backing down. Their growing influence in the podcasting world suggests that traditional journalists like Elliott Wilson may need to adapt to a rapidly changing media landscape. Meanwhile, fans can expect It Is What It Is to continue delivering the bold and entertaining content that has made it a standout in sports media.