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 Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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

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   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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) Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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)   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 380 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! Roderick & Cari dive into Drake’s Iceman Ep. 3 stream and his surprise drops—“Dog House” and “Somebody Loves Me Pt. 2”—along with Justin Bieber’s return on SWAG II. In news, Young Thug’s snitch allegations continue with a new sit-down interview with Big Bank. The crew also covers the shocking report of Charlie Kirk being shot and killed, recaps the big Apple Event from 9/9, and speaks on streaming site StreamEast. On the sports side, we’re looking ahead to Crawford vs. Canelo this weekend, the announcement of Mayweather vs. Tyson for spring 2026, and of course, the return of the NFL season.   Intro: Don Toliver- Tiramisu Roderick | Baby Kia- Brand New Stick   Cari | Justin Bieber- NEED IT   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 379 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! Roderick & Cari tap in on fresh albums from Joey Bada$$ (Lonely at the Top) and Westside Gunn (Heels Have Eyes 2), while also highlighting visual and concept-heavy drops like Offset’s KIARI: OFFSET (The Visual Album) and Key Glock’s Glockaveli: All Eyez On Key.   In news, Young Thug is once again in headlines—this time over new snitching allegations. Snoop Dogg opens up about enjoying the movies with his grandkids, Funk Flex announces retirement from HOT 97 with his final show set for September 1st, and Apple Music now allows playlist transfers from Spotify, Tidal, YouTube, and more—sparking conversations around the future of streaming platforms.   Intro: Joey Bada$$ & Bri Steves- SUPAFLEE   Roderick | DESTIN CONRAD & Vanisha Gould- A Lonely Detective   Cari | Dc2trill- I Got That Too (feat. Teezo Touchdown)   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 378 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! Roderick & Cari kick things off with quick segments surrounding the Cracker Barrel logo change controversy and the new Dallas Cowboys Netflix special. After that the guys unpack new albums from Offset (Kiari), Earl Sweatshirt (Live Laugh Love), 2 Chainz (Red Clay Soundtrack), and Kid Cudi (Free). In news, Camp Flog Gnaw 2025 lineup is released, Lil Nas X is arrested after viral video of him walking the streets of LA is released, Young Thug’s civil forfeiture case is dismissed, The Vince Staples Show is renewed for a second season, and Gervonta (Tank) Davis and Jake Paul announce their exhibition match scheduled to take place on November 14th, 2025.   Intro: Offset & Key Glock- Run It Up Roderick | Kid Cudi- Deep Diving Cari | A$AP Rocky- Both Eyes Closed   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 377 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! Roderick & Cari kick things off with fresh drops from Cardi B (Imaginary Playerz), A$AP Rocky (Trunks & Both Eyes Closed from the Highest 2 Lowest soundtrack), and JID’s new collab Sun featuring Anycia. They also unpack recent albums from Chance the Rapper (Star Line), Babyface Ray (Codeine Cowboy), and Juicy J & Endea Owens (Caught Up in This Illusion).   In news, Sean Kingston is sentenced to 3.5 years for a massive fraud scheme, Lil Yachty faces backlash for controversial lyrics referencing George Floyd, and BabyChiefDoit reveals he’s been using ChatGPT to help write his bars.   Intro: A$AP Rocky- Trunks (From “Highest 2 Lowest”)   Roderick | Chance The Rapper & Jamila Woods- No More Old Men   Cari | Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist- Jean Claude   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 376 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! Roderick & Cari dive into fresh album reviews from JID’s God Does Like Ugly, Gunna’s The Last Wun, and Bryson Tiller’s Solace & The Vices. Plus, they break down the upcoming drops from Chance the Rapper’s Star Line (8/15) and the newly delayed The Leak$ by Lil Baby, now arriving 8/22.   In other mentions, the crew reacts to NBA Youngboy & DJ Khaled’s new tape — including their talk about kids and comments on Yaya Mayweather’s pregnancy.   In news, YNW Melly’s retrial is delayed until 2027, and Lil Wayne’s Da Drought mixtape series was abruptly pulled from DSPs after it was uploaded without clearance.   Intro: Don Toliver- NO COMMENTS   Roderick | Sasha Keable- FEEL SOMETHING Cari | Yeat- COMË N GO   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 375 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! With August heating up, Roderick & Cari tap in on the latest upcoming albums, including JID’s God Does Like Ugly and Gunna’s The Last Wun both dropping 8/8, Lil Baby’s The Leak$ on 8/15, and Offset’s Kiari set for 8/22.   In news, Shannon Sharpe reportedly fired, Gilbert Arenas arrested on federal charges, and Sha’Carri Richardson facing domestic violence allegations. Plus, the BET Hip Hop Awards & Soul Train Awards are suspended indefinitely, and Hulu prepares to shut down its app as it fully merges with Disney+.     Intro: The Game- On Me (feat. Kendrick Lamar)   Roderick | Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist- Babies & Fools (feat. Conway The Machine)   Cari | Metro Boomin, Waka Flocka Flame, Roscoe Dash, 21 Savage & Future- Partying & Drinking   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 374 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! As the summer heats up, Roderick & Cari talk new releases from Drake, Offset, Tyler, The Creator, Freddie Gibbs, NBA Youngboy, Giveon & more. In news, Glorilla arrested on felony drug charges, Rapper Ca$hout sentenced to life in prison, & the passing of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Ozzy Osborne, & Hulk Hogan.   Intro: Jadakiss- Why (feat. Anthony Hamilton)   Roderick | Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist- I Still Love H.E.R.   Cari | Clipse, Pusha T & Malice- M.T.B.T.T.F.   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 373 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week in music, Roderick & Cari talk new releases from Benny The Butcher, Freddie Gibbs, Joey Bada$$, & more. In news, Nicki Minaj vs. TDE, UNO comes to Las Vegas (or not), & the 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend.   Intro: Travis Scott & Kodak Black- FLORIDA FLOW   Roderick | Benny The Butcher & Daringer- Hood On Fire (feat. Bruiser Wolf)   Cari | Nicholas Craven & Boldy James- Trapezoid   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 371 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week in music, Roderick & Cari talk new releases from The Jackboys, Larry June & Cardo, Justin Bieber, Boldy James, & more. In news, Megan Thee Stallion spotted with Klay Thompson, Drake performs three nights at the Wireless Festival, Nicki Minaj lashes out on JAY-Z online, & so much more.   Intro: Clipse, Pharrell Williams, Pusha T, & Malice- So Far Ahead   Roderick | Justin Bieber- GO BABY   Cari | Larry June & Cardo Got Wings- Organic Free Range Chicken   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 371 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week in music, Roderick & Cari talk new releases from Drake, A$AP Rocky, JID, Chance The Rapper, Benny The Butcher, & more. In news, Cardi B announces a new album, Diddy’s trial verdict is in, The 2025 XXL Freshman list released, Apple Music’s 10 year anniversary, & so much more.   Intro: Drake- What Did I Miss?   Roderick | J. Cole- The Cut Off (feat. kiLL edward)   Cari | Bas, The Hics, & Saba- Erewhon   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 370 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week, Roderick & Cari talk beef between Pusha T & Travis Scott, B-Dot’s mid-year top 10, President Trump orders missile strikes to Iran, NBA Finals Game 7, & much more.   Intro: Offset & JID- Bodies   Roderick | Meek Mill- 5 AM IN PHILLY   Cari | Rory- Off Road (feat. Masego & Freddie Gibbs)   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

On this episode: Welcome to episode 369 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week, Roderick & Cari recap the BET Awards, new awards added to the GRAMMY Awards, Rihanna’s net worth drops $400M, Antonio Brown wanted for attempted murder, The Buss Family to sel majority ownership of the LA Lakers, the NBA Finals, & much more.   Intro: G Herbo- Want Legit   Roderick | Bas & The Hics- Four Walls   Cari | Lil Tecca- Sure of It   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW