About The Podcast
Twice a week, Roderick Taylor & Cari Gentry assemble to discuss the current state of Rap music, the latest releases, & all news Hip-Hop. Tune in Monday's & Thursday's at 6am for the newest episode from the guys.
Episodes
Tuesday Feb 16, 2021
73: Episode 73: ”If You’re Reading This, We’re Podding”
Tuesday Feb 16, 2021
Tuesday Feb 16, 2021
On this episode: As the guys are snowed in for the week, they relax and enjoy some free time. As they begin the pod, they talk the "Judas & The Black Messiah" Soundtrack, as well as a new track from Young Thug & Meek Mill. They quickly slide into news, discussing topics like Lil Durk selling another 55k months after his album release, CyHi The Prince's close-call situation, an altercation between 6ix9ine & Meek Mill, and the upcoming Notorious B.I.G. documentary.
Tuesday Feb 09, 2021
72: Episode 72: Allegedly
Tuesday Feb 09, 2021
Tuesday Feb 09, 2021
On This Episode: As Valentine's Day approaches, the guys make jokes & discuss what the holiday should look like for men & women moving into their 20's. Afterwards, the crew gets into new music releases by Cardi B, Pooh Shiesty, Kodak Black, JID & Conway The Machine, and much more. Toward the end, a few news topics are touched, like more on T.I. & Tiny's Sexual Assault allegations potentially becoming real criminal charges, YFN Lucci released from jail on bond, Lil Durk's "The Voice" sales going crazy, + more.
Tuesday Feb 02, 2021
71: Episode 71: ”Pumpin’ and Jumpin’”
Tuesday Feb 02, 2021
Tuesday Feb 02, 2021
On this Episode: This Week, Roderick & Cari hold it down as Chef Hoppie is out on business. While a rather quiet week in music, the guys still walk you thru new drops like Lil Durk's video to "Kanye Krazy", YSL's new joint single "GFU", a new track from Brent Faiyaz & Tyler the creator, & much more. On the news side, they dip into the details of Cardi B & Drake's 2021 Solo Album releases, the state of new artists in rap, and then touch on the T.I. & Tiny Scandal.
Monday Jan 25, 2021
70: Episode 70: ”Pardon Me”
Monday Jan 25, 2021
Monday Jan 25, 2021
On this Episode: The Guys return after a week off, & are ready to Pod! While discussing their lives all throughout this podcast, the crew jumps around the Hip-Hop culture this week, discussing Lil Wayne & Kodak Black's pardons from former President Trump, no Drake album in January, YFN Lucci's recent arrest, Ashanti vs. Keyshia Cole & more.
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
69: Episode 69: The Lifestyle Pod
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
On this episode: Happy New Year! The Guys return to give you all things Hip-Hop since the Christmas Break. After discussing their near year goals, they jump straight into music & news. From Master P & Baron Davis in talks to acquire Reebok, to whether or not the 2020's will still belong to Drake, we have it all here.
Monday Dec 21, 2020
68: Episode 68: The Masters
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Monday Dec 21, 2020
On this episode: Before the guys break for the Holidays, the guys talk new music releases from Lil Wayne, G Herbo, YSL, & Earthgang. They go on to recap the year 2020 in rap (as quickly as possible), & talk latest in music news such as Drake & Nicki Minaj's masters being sold off in Wayne's $100M UMG deal, & Rowdy Rebel's release from prison and what that means for NY Rap moving forward.
Monday Dec 14, 2020
67: Episode 67: Billy Joel
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Monday Dec 14, 2020
As the boys come off of a festive weekend, they jump straight back into the culture. The crew discusses J. Cole & Dreamville teasing a much-anticipated release, Teyana Taylor's "retirement" from music, Lil Wayne's legal troubles as his latest transaction with his "Masters". Later on, the crew discusses new music releases by Kid Cudi, Jack Harlow, Chance the Rapper & more.
Monday Dec 07, 2020
66: Episode 66: ”Because It’s a Panoramic”
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Monday Dec 07, 2020
The Boys are back. On Episode 66, the hosts of the Rise & Grind Podcast give you an update on what's been going on in their lives during the Pandemic, & continue to give you expert analysis on Hip-Hop Culture. The boys discuss Lil Baby's latest releases, as well as his incredible 2020 works, and new music from Juice WRLD & Benny Blanco. They go on to discuss the legal troubles of G-Herbo & Casanova, Jay-Z's 51st birthday, Meg The Stallion breaking Billboard records, Jack Harlow's new album cover, & much more! Welcome Back!
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Monday Dec 07, 2020