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Episode 397 of The Rise & Grind Podcast dives into a heavy news cycle across music, culture, and politics. The crew discusses Ye’s public apology, his WSJ interview, and the rollout of BULLY, currently set for March 2026, along with reactions to the direction of his comeback.
The episode also breaks down the latest Epstein file releases, with high-profile names like JAY-Z, Pusha T, Jamie Foxx, and Aretha Franklin being mentioned, plus Chad Hugo filing another lawsuit against Pharrell Williams. Rounding things out, the hosts react to Nicki Minaj and Trump appearing at a summit, and Vince Staples canceling upcoming shows.
Intro: Don Toliver- Body
Roderick | The Game, DJ Drama, Mike & Keys & JasonMartin- Something In The Water
Cari | Ari Lennox- Pretzel
Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss:
https://apple.co/3NgdXW
By Roderick Taylor & Jacari Gentry5
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Episode 397 of The Rise & Grind Podcast dives into a heavy news cycle across music, culture, and politics. The crew discusses Ye’s public apology, his WSJ interview, and the rollout of BULLY, currently set for March 2026, along with reactions to the direction of his comeback.
The episode also breaks down the latest Epstein file releases, with high-profile names like JAY-Z, Pusha T, Jamie Foxx, and Aretha Franklin being mentioned, plus Chad Hugo filing another lawsuit against Pharrell Williams. Rounding things out, the hosts react to Nicki Minaj and Trump appearing at a summit, and Vince Staples canceling upcoming shows.
Intro: Don Toliver- Body
Roderick | The Game, DJ Drama, Mike & Keys & JasonMartin- Something In The Water
Cari | Ari Lennox- Pretzel
Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss:
https://apple.co/3NgdXW