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Rap & Reason is a music review podcast that stars hip-hop scholar Dr. Jeremy McCool and award-winning journalist Earl Hopkins. Each episode delves into the latest pop culture news and music releases, as well as past rap albums that redefined the genre.
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Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Wale's "Everything is a lot" and Tee Grizzley's "Street Psalms." They also discuss Nicki Minaj's United Nations speech, artists being used as political pawns, the return of Max B, and the upcoming release of De La Soul's new album.
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool talk about the 2026 Grammy Award nominations, from the biggest surprises and snubs this year. They also review G Herbo's new album, "Lil Herb," and Ty Dolla $ign's new project, "Tycoon."
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Kodak Black's new album, "Just Getting Started," and Big L's latest posthumous release. They also talk about recent lawsuits in rap, the use of extortion as a tactic to garner big-name interviews, and other recent news.
R&R hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool talk about the return of Verzuz with Cash Money and No Limit going head-to-head. They also review Dave's new album, "The Boy Who Played the Harp," and the latest tracks by Meg Thee Stallion, Big K.R.I.T, Tee Grizzley, and Rod Wave. Plus, they talk about the historic absence of Top 40 hip-hop records.
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Dave East's "Karma 4" and Elliot Wilson's list of the top 20 women rappers today. They also discuss the art of the remix and upcoming projects from Danny Brown and Black Thought.
R&R hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Mobb Deep's new album, "Infinite," and honor the late neo-soul legend D'Angelo. They also talk about Drake's failed lawsuit against UMG and the return of Verzuz, with No Limit and Cash Money facing off on Oct. 25.
On this week's episode of Rap & Reason, hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool discuss the art of the deluxe album, upcoming posthumous albums by Big L and Mobb Deep, and the "Birds Don't Sing" music video. They also review 2Pac's "Me Against The World" and Biggie's "Life After Death."
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Young Thug's "Uy Scuti" and Jeezy and DJ Drama's collab, "Still Snowin'." They also discuss Cardi B and Nicki Minaj's beef, Joey Bada$$'s "Supaflee" music video, and other topics.
Hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Cardi B and Jay Electronica's new projects. They also discuss Chance The Rapper's "Ride Remix," Big Sean and Russ' recent collab, and the death of the posse cut.
R&R hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Ice Spice and Latto's "Gyatt" and Young Thug's "Miss My Dawgs." They also discuss Dame Dash's viral The Breakfast Club interview, and look back at Young Jeezy's "Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101" after the announcement of his Las Vegas residency.
Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Joey Bada$$'s new album "Lonely at the Top" and look back on the impact of Jay-Z's "The Black Album." They also discuss Cardi B's Super Bowl performance claims, Will Smith's AI-generated audience, and Young Thug's viral interview.
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy C. McCool review Earl Sweatshirt's new album, "Live Laugh Love," and Offset's "Kiari." They also discuss the state of ghostwriting and Beanie Sigel and Jadakiss' upcoming collab.
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Chance The Rapper's new and long-anticipated album, "Star Line." They also break down the first, second, and third tiers in rap – from new to seasoned emcees – and dive into Cardi B's newest single, "Imaginary Playerz."
R&R hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Gunna's "Last Wunn" and J.I.D.'s "God Does Like Ugly." They also discuss the current state of Atlanta rap, J. Cole's "The Fall Off" tease, and Chance The Rapper's new album and tour in six years.
R&R hosts review Metro Boomin's nostalgic mixtape "Metro Boomin Presents: A Futuristic Summa" and Freddie Gibbs and the Alchemist's "Alfredo 2." They also discuss who has the best rap of the year (so far), and look back at Bone Thugs-n-Harmony's classic, "E. 1999 Eternal."
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Tyler, The Creator and Larry June's new albums, discuss Sekpta's response to Joyner Lucas' diss, and Clipse's first week album sales. They also list the best rap album covers and features in rap.
Hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Clipse's "Let God Sort Em Out" and "Jackboys 2," featuring Travis Scott, Don Toliver, SoFaygo, Sheck Wes, and others. They also discuss US vs UK Rappers debate, Joyner Lucas' response to Skepta, and where the Pusha T and Travis Scott beef lands after "Champain and Vacay."
Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins discuss Chance the Rapper's new song, the collab between J.I.D and Eminem on "Animals (Pt. 1), "Not Like Us" reaching Diamond status, and Drake's return with "What Did I Miss?" They also review 50 Cent's "The Massacre" to celebrate its 20th anniversary.
Hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Kota the Friend's new album, "No Rap on Sunday," break down SZA and Kendrick's record-setting tour, review the tracklist for Clipse's "Let God Sort Em Out," and dive into the Top 5 Albums of 2025 (So Far).
Hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins break down the latest collaborations between artists Offset, J.I.D., Akon, and Sheesh, and discuss Cardi B's upcoming album, "Am I The Drama?" They also discuss the Jim Jones vs Nas debate, the top 50 hip-hop disses of all time, and look back at Nas' "God's Son."
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