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 372 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week in music, Roderick & Cari talk new releases from Clipse, Travis Scott & 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 GRAMMYs, Rihanna’s net worth drops $400M, Antonio Brown wanted for attempted murder, The Buss Family to sell majority ownership of the LA Lakers, the NBA Finals, & much more. Intro: G Herbo- Went 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
On this episode: Welcome to episode 368 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week, Roderick & Cari talk Clipse’s new single, Cardi B & Offset, New Orleans prison escapees, Vanessa Bryant rumors, Trump pardons, & much more. Intro: PlaqueBoyMax & Quavo- glacier Roderick | SAILORR- SINCERITY Cari | Premo Rice- Piece and Chain 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 367 of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week, Roderick & Cari open with new music from Latto, 2 Chainz & Lil Yachty, Amine, & Snoop Dogg. In news, Joey Bada$$ to potentially sign to TDE, NBA Youngboy to embark on a national tour, Chris Brown arrested in the UK, Cassie takes the stand on Diddy’s trial, Antonio Brown, NBA Playoffs & more. Intro: G Herbo- All Black Roderick | Black Soprano Family & ILL Tone Beats- Punctuality (feat. Jae Skeese & Chase Fetti) Cari | Key Glock- She Ready Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW
On this episode: Welcome to another content packed episode of The Rise & Grind Podcast! This week, we’re all news! Listen as Roderick & Cari talk Tory Lanez’s stabbing, Halle Bailey & DDG, The Weeknd’s film headed to theaters, HBO Max, GTA VI & more. Intro: Key Glock- Papercutz Roderick | Camilla Cabello & Playboi Carti- I LUV IT Cari | 2 Chainz, Ronald Isley & The Isley Brothers- THE ATL EXPERIENCE Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW