Ep 158

Jay-Z has the culture debating again.

In a recent interview, he said older rappers making “young music” comes off forced — and fans can tell when it’s not authentic. In this episode, Cole breaks down the statement, the pushback, and what it really means for hip-hop today.

Plus, Cole reacts to the Rick Ross vs. French Montana Verzuz announcement and explains why it’s not hitting like it should — and whether Verzuz has run its course.

Timestamps

(0:21) Jay Z makes a statement

(1:49) Akademiks leads the internet in a response

(6:30) Is Jay the head of Hip Hop

(10:17) Is this really about Drake

(13:50) What is the goal

(17:54) Final thoughts

(19:35) Verzuz is back

(22:00) Verzuz is cooked