The Rise & Grind Podcast

Episode 390: "The Ridicule Continues"

On This Episode: The guys open Episode 390 with new drops from two heavy hitters: Lil Baby returns with his Middle of the Summer EP, adding new tracks to his earlier 3-pack, and NLE Choppa drops Hello Revenge, complete with a video and what’s now his third NBA YoungBoy diss.
 
For albums, YFN Lucci delivers Already Legend (Thank You Edition), marking a big moment after years of anticipation. In the mentions, the hosts highlight a major milestone as Cardi B’s Am I The Drama? hits 3x Platinum, becoming the first album of 2025 to reach the mark.
 
The news section runs deep this week:
Apple names Tyler, The Creator “Artist of the Year,” Complex reveals its Best Albums of the 21st Century, and Roc Nation announces a new distribution service. The biggest headline from that: Lil Uzi Vert parts ways with Atlantic and moves under Roc Nation’s distribution umbrella. The episode closes with talk of a major streaming moment coming up: a new Diddy documentary coming to Netflix, executive produced by 50 Cent, which is guaranteed to have the internet on fire.
 
Episode 390 wraps music, industry shakeups, and streaming drama into one tight package.
 
Intro: Stove God Cooks- Goat Stamp
 
Roderick | Kanye West- Drive Slow (feat. Paul Wall & GLC)
 
Cari | Babyface Ray- Mob
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Episode 389: "The Human Emotion"

On this episode: Roderick & Cari kick off Episode 389 with two major album drops: Wale returns with ‘Everything Is a Lot’ and Summer Walker releases ‘Finally Over It’. The guys also highlight the new collaboration ‘Boldy James & Nicholas Craven – Criminally Attached’.
In the news, Rory’s old tweets resurface, The hosts then get into one of the wildest tech stories of the year as Vine prepares a reboot under the new name “DiVine,” reportedly funded by Jack Dorsey. Nico Harrison fired as the GM of the Dallas Mavericks, plus a major format update for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, now set to feature USA vs. The World. The guys wrap up with a breakdown of the House Bill passed to re-open the government, officially ending the longest shutdown in U.S. history — including a note on the upcoming penny phase-out.
All that & more.
 
Intro: Quavo, Yeat, & BNYX- New Trip
 
Roderick | Wale- Blanco
 
Cari | Masego- I Win
 
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Episode 388: "Take The Torch"

On This Episode: Roderick & Cari return for another packed episode of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week, the guys dive into G Herbo’s new album Lil Herbo before reacting to A$AP Rocky’s comments claiming his album is never dropping.
In the news, they cover the 2026 Grammy nominations, new Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, and the debut trailer for the upcoming “Michael” biopic, set to release in April 2026. The hosts also discuss the Vince Staples Show returning for a second season on Netflix, breaking down what fans can expect from the new episodes.
Music, culture, and conversation—Episode 388 brings the latest in hip-hop and entertainment. Tune in!
 
Intro: NBA Youngboy- Shot Calling
Roderick | G Herbo- Longevity
Cari | Mack Keane- Candycrush
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Episode 387: "The Royal Flush"

On This Episode: Roderick & Cari are back with another episode of The Rise & Grind Podcast! The guys kick things off discussing how no rap songs appear in the Top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time since February 1990, breaking down what that means for the genre and the culture.
 
In news, they cover Drake’s lawsuits entering the appeal stage, J. Cole being sued by Cam’ron, ongoing NBA gambling arrests, Al Sharpton’s latest viral moment, and the announcement of a new Eddie Murphy documentary.
 
A full breakdown of headlines, industry shifts, and the state of hip-hop—tap in for episode 387!
 
 
Intro: D’Angelo- Lady
 
Roderick | Leon Thomas- My Muse
 
Cari | The Stuyvesants- Spank Love

Episode 386: "No Harm No Foul"

Roderick & Cari return for episode 386 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! The guys run through this week’s drops including Leon Thomas’ “Pholks,” Daniel Caesar’s “Son of Spergy,” and BabyChiefDoIt’s “Warning Shot (EP).”
 
In the news, they discuss the return of VERZUZ (Cash Money vs. No Limit, 10/25), Diddy’s claim of being held at knifepoint in jail (as Trump eyes a sentence commute), Kevin McCall saying he’s broke after writing hits for Chris Brown, Dreka Gates’ divorce filings requesting over $70K in support, and more.
 
Another packed week of music, headlines, and wild news—tap in for episode 386!
 
Intro: Young Nudy- WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ (feat. Latto)
 
Roderick | Kendrick Lamar- Momma
 
Cari | Leon Thomas- Bacarat
 
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Episode 385: "There's Something Brewing"

Roderick & Cari are back for episode 385 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! The guys break down this week’s new drops — Rod Wave’s “Leavin,” A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie’s “Part of Me,” Kodak Black & Chance The Rapper’s “Still Get Chanel,” G Herbo & Jeremih’s “Whatever U Want,” and BabyChiefDoIt’s “Fried Chicken.”
They also highlight Mobb Deep’s classic “Infinite” and dive into major headlines: Pooh Shiesty’s early prison release, Drake’s defamation lawsuit against UMG being dropped, Tim Westwood’s rape charges, the return of VERZUZ (Cash Money vs. No Limit on 10/25), and Latto’s Female Mount Rushmore debate.
 
Intro: Ja Rule- Livin’ It Up (feat. Case)
Roderick | T.I.- Live In The Sky (feat. Jamie Foxx)
Cari | Joony & Isaiah Falls- PIMPIN (feat. Larry June)
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Episode 384: "In A Grand Fashion"

On this episode: Roderick & Cari return for episode 384 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! The guys react to LeBron James’ shocking second “Decision” and what it means for the NBA, along with former QB Mark Sanchez making headlines of his own. They also discuss Jerry Jones being fined $250K after flipping off a fan, the news of Derrick Groves being captured, and Tim Cook’s announcement that he’ll be stepping down as Apple’s CEO.
 
Another week, another packed episode full of sports and culture talk you don’t want to miss.
 
Intro: Gucci Mane- Off The Leash (feat. Peewee Longway & Young Thug)
 
Roderick | Bryson Tiller- I Need Her
 
Cari | Elcamino & Black Soprano Family - NIA (feat. Benny The Butcher)
 
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Episode 383: "The Street Lights Are On"

On this episode: Roderick & Cari are back for episode 383 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! The guys dive into Bryson Tiller’s long-awaited release Solace and discuss new music coming from Leon Thomas with Just How You Are and his upcoming Pholks EP dropping October 24th.
In news, they break down this year’s Grammy consideration submissions, Bad Bunny being announced as the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime performer, updates surrounding Cardi B and Nicki Minaj, and Diddy’s sentencing to 50 months.
 
Intro: Bryson Tiller- Damn
 
Roderick | Young Thug- Killed Before
 
Cari | Jay 305 & Jay Anthony- NO GUESTLIST
 
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Episode 382: "A Spiritual Complex"

On this episode: Welcome to episode 382 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! Roderick & Cari talk new music from Young Thug with UY SCUTI, YFN Lucci’s ALREADY LEGEND., and Doja Cat’s Vie. Plus, fresh drops from Cardo Got Wings (SIGAN VIENDO) and Jay 305 (NO GUESTLIST).
 
In mentions, they show love to Mariah and discuss her latest moves.
 
In news, they cover NBA Youngboy’s Chicago show being cancelled amid safety concerns, updates on Nas’ $5B casino project in Queens following JAY-Z’s declined offer, Super Bowl halftime show speculation (with reports that Adele and Taylor Swift have passed), and the latest from Jimmy Kimmel.
 
Intro: YFN Lucci- JAN. 31ST (MY TRUTH).
Roderick | Jay Electronica & Quentin Miller- Who Killed Michael Jackson??????
Cari | Hunxho- Intimate Relationships
 
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Episode 381: "The Neighborhood Watch"

On this episode: On this episode: On this episode: Welcome to episode 381 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! Roderick & Cari break down Cardi B’s brand-new album ‘Am I The Drama?’ with early projections coming in between 125–150K first week. They also dive into Jay Electronica’s triple drop — ‘A Written Testimony: Leaflets’, ‘Act II: The Patents of Nobility’, and ‘A Written Testimony: Power at the Rate of My Dreams EP.’
In news, Justin Bieber is set to headline Coachella, Lil Durk’s trial is officially pushed back to January 2026, D4vd makes headlines, and the FTC sues LiveNation & Ticketmaster.
Intro: The Gap Band- You Dropped A Bomb On Me
Roderick | Chance The Rapper- Space & Time
Cari | Polyester the Saint- CRUISE CONTROL
 
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