Rap & Reason

Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool recap the 2026 Grammy Awards, Kendrick Lamar's historic Grammy achievement, and whether the Clpse should have taken home the Best Rap Album award. They also review J. Cole's latest (and possibly last) album, "The Fall-Off," and determine its placement among the rapper's best projects.

Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool discuss J. Cole's new mixtape, "Birthday Blizzard 26," review his latest freestyle, "Bronx Zoo," and predict the direction of "The Fall Off." They also discuss Kendrick Lamar's "Section.80" earning platinum status, Nicki Minaj's support of President Donald Trump, and Ye's music partnership with Gamma ahead of his album's release.

Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review A$AP Rocky's "Don't Be Dumb," and preview the upcoming Verzuz battle between Hit-Boy and MikeWillMadeIt. They also discuss the latest release of the Akon-backed duo, Sheesh, and T.I.'s recent collaboration with Pharrell, and more.

Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool talk about J. Cole's highly anticipated album, The Fall-Off, plus a throwback review of Cole's 2018 album, KOD. They also discuss Mero becoming the new host of the Hot 97 Morning Show and the release of Fetty Wap from prison, which they hope will lead to more music from the Jersey-bred artist.

Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Doechii's "Girl, Get Up" and A$AP Rocky's "Punk Rocky." They also break down the Adin Ross and Doechii beef, Fab's 50 Cent diss, and La Russel's album sales goal. They also ranked the best rapper/group biopics and predicted which ones will be done in the future.

Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool discuss the best rap songs, albums, and disappointments of 2025. Plus, the MVPs, fourth quarter winners, and the most anticipated albums/moments in the coming year.

Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Nas and DJ Premier's "Light-Year" and Big K.R.I.T's "Dedicated to Cadalee Biarritz." They also discuss The Breakfast Club's move to Netflix, the cancellation of Hot 97's Ebro in the Morning, and B. Dot's Top 10 Emcees List of 2025.

Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool discuss their Spotify Wrapped list and review De La Soul's new album, "Cabin in the Sky." They also debate the best rapper-athletes of all time, review new Lil Uzi Vert songs, and preview upcoming projects by the Game, Nas, and DJ Premier.

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."