The Stem Society

Who’s got the most to prove in the second half of 2025?

In this solo episode, Cole Jackson runs through his official Rap Album Draft — breaking down the most anticipated albums dropping this year. From The Clipse and JID to Drake, Summer Walker, and Larry June, we’re talking release dates, early singles, tracklists, and what could make or break each drop.

Plus: why Cardi B’s comeback feels forced, if Roddy Ricch can bounce back, and whether A$AP Rocky missed his window.

New episodes every Wednesday and Sunday. Culture talk only.

Ep 111

This week, Cole Jackson reacts to the Diddy trial verdict — not guilty on the biggest charges, but still facing time. Did the prosecution blow it, or was the case never solid to begin with?

Then we get into Skepta’s viral tweet calling for a UK vs US rap clash. Cole breaks down the matchups, explains the grime “clash” culture for American listeners, and asks the big question: could US rappers survive that kind of pressure?

Tap in for honest hip-hop commentary, weekly.

Timestamps

(1:04) Diddy Verdict

(3:29) Baby Oil Celebration

(5:22) The Prosecution Fumbled

(6:10) Cassie's Testimony

(8:18) The Sentencing

(10:18) Final Thoughts

(11:49) Intermission

(12:40) Skepta Calls Out the US

(14:02) What is a Clash?

(15:43) Can the US win?

(16:07) Cole Revise the Match Ups

(19:05) Final Thoughts

Ep 110

T-Pain calls out Drake for not bowing out gracefully—and it’s got the internet talking. In this episode of The Stem Society, Cole Jackson breaks down the comments and whether they hit a nerve.

We also unpack the reveal of Cardi B’s long-awaited album Am I The Drama?, plus what the end of Diddy’s trial could mean for his future in the music industry.

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Timestamps:

(0:00) – Cold Open

(0:53)– T-Pain vs Drake: What Was Really Said

(10:11) – Cardi B’s Album Announcement: September Drop?

(20:25) - Intermission

(21:25) – Diddy Trial Ends: What Comes Next?

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This week on The Stem Society, Cole Jackson reacts to the XXL 2025 Freshman Class—and calls it one of the worst in years. From clear wins like Ray Vaughn and Samara Cyn to head-scratchers like Ian and Gelo, we break down what XXL got right, what they got dead wrong, and the names that should’ve been included—like Nemzzz and Wynne.

Then, we slide into a review of With All Due Respect, the debut R&B album from East London’s own Kwn. She’s self-produced, selling songs to fans, and moving with purpose. Is it the R&B tape of the summer? Let’s talk about it.

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Timestamps:

(0:35) XXL Freshman Class Reaction

(1:36) What They Got Right

(6:09) The Bad Picks

(8:50) Who Should Be on the Cover

(13:41) Interlude

(14:13) Kwn Review

Ep 109

Pusha T vs Travis Scott? Jim Jones vs Nas?!
This week on The Stem Society, Cole Jackson breaks down the brewing tension between Pusha T and Travis Scott after that Clipse verse and a bold GQ quote. Is this beef or just brilliant marketing?

Then we shift gears to Jim Jones claiming he's better than Nas. Is it relevance over legacy? Ground-level impact vs rap royalty? Cole gives it to you straight—with nuance, culture, and a bit of superhero talk.

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(0:57) Cold Open – Why Pusha vs Travis got the timeline jumpin'

(1:30) Did Pusha Diss Travis in the Clipse Verse?

(2:27) Pusha T’s GQ Quote & Why This Feels Personal

(3:47) Pusha Explains EVERYTHING

(8:08) Internet Reacts and Pusha's Beef History

(11:44) Subscribe

(12:23) Jim Jones Says Pull Up the Stats!

(15:03) Jim Jones is Daredevil

(16:17) Jim Jones is a Hustler

(19:34) Outro

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We’re halfway through the year, so it’s time to tap in.

On this mid-year check-in, Cole Jackson rounds up the Best of 2025 (So Far)—from breakout stars to underrated gems. Who’s got Album of the Year momentum? Which newcomers are making real noise? And which UK artists are shaping the sound in their own lane?

Tune in for picks across:

• Best Newcomer
• Album of the Year
• Most Underrated
• Best Rapper (So Far)
• UK Standouts

If you’ve been keeping up—or need to catch up—this is the one to hear.

Timestamps

(0:00) Cold Open

(0:42) Best Newcomers

(2:41) Rapper of the Year

(5:50) UK Spotlight

(9:34) Most Underrated Album

(14:04) Album of the Year

🎧 Curated Spotify Playlists:

▪️ Cole’s UK Selections – UK rap, grime, drill, alt vibes

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7iw59JQcJD5IEhfr6A4lea?si=vPEdwcYzSEKb4evP_aaUGg

▪️ In The Loop – U.S. hip-hop, new drops, underground heat

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0cKpuFv5atDUg2yn4FhzzZ?si=hGaLFWxvRcqOBNkQlQemsQ

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This week on The Check In, Cole Jackson breaks down two major drops—Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter VI and Little Simz’s Lotus.

🟣 Lil Wayne returns with 19 tracks that feel more like clocking in than evolving. Did he lose his hunger—or is he just too comfortable?

🟡 Little Simz delivers one of her most vulnerable projects yet, blending introspection with bold production choices. Lotus isn’t just a title—it’s a full-on emotional bloom.

🎙️ Whether you're here for legacy debates or elite storytelling, this episode goes deep.

⏱️ Timestamps:

(0:46) The Carter 6 review

(8:46) Lotus review

🎧 Curated Spotify Playlists:

▪️ Cole’s UK Selections – UK rap, grime, drill, alt vibes

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7iw59JQcJD5IEhfr6A4lea?si=vPEdwcYzSEKb4evP_aaUGg

▪️ In The Loop – U.S. hip-hop, new drops, underground heat

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0cKpuFv5atDUg2yn4FhzzZ?si=hGaLFWxvRcqOBNkQlQemsQ

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Ep 108

Lil Wayne dropped Carter VI—but is it time for him to stop releasing albums? This week, Cole Jackson explores how legacy rappers hold onto the mic, and how fans and the industry feed the ego that keeps them from evolving.

Then, we dive into Timbaland’s AI rapper launch. Is this the next wave in music tech—or just a power play to control the full creative process?

This episode covers:

• The legacy rapper debate

• AI in hip hop

• When rappers should become execs

• Control vs. culture in 2025 rap

For hip hop culture commentary, rap news, and artist insight every Sunday and Wednesday—this is The Stem Society.

Timestamps:

(1:00) Is this it for Wayne?

(13:18) Timbaland and His AI Artitst

🎧 Curated Spotify Playlists:

▪️ Cole’s UK Selections – UK rap, grime, drill, alt vibes

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7iw59JQcJD5IEhfr6A4lea?si=vPEdwcYzSEKb4evP_aaUGg

▪️ In The Loop – U.S. hip-hop, new drops, underground heat

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0cKpuFv5atDUg2yn4FhzzZ?si=hGaLFWxvRcqOBNkQlQemsQ

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Ep 107

This week on The Stem Society, Cole Jackson breaks down three major stories:

(0:53) Offset reportedly asks Cardi B for spousal support — petty or power move?
(8:23) Tory Lanez’s legal team launches a website with “suppressed evidence” in the Megan Thee Stallion case
(15:11) Complex drops a Top 50 LA Rappers list — who’s ranked, who got snubbed, and why these lists still go viral

Plus, Cole gives his personal LA Top 5 and shares thoughts on how these debates shape hip-hop culture in 2025.

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🎧 Curated Playlists by Cole Jackson:
▪️ Cole’s UK Selections (grime, drill, UK rap):
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7iw59JQcJD5IEhfr6A4lea?si=vPEdwcYzSEKb4evP_aaUGg
▪️ In The Loop (hip-hop from the US & beyond):
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0cKpuFv5atDUg2yn4FhzzZ?si=hGaLFWxvRcqOBNkQlQemsQ

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Ep 106

This week on The Stem Society, Cole Jackson dives into the big stories in hip-hop

🧨 (1:00) Kid Cudi hits the stand and drops a bombshell: a home break-in, a blown-up Porsche, and a threatening call from Diddy.

🎯 (10:07) Megan the Stallion responds to Tory Lanez’s team trying to reopen the case with “new evidence.”  Cole talk about Meg's statement and looks at why politicians are getting involved.

🎤 (21:37) Joey Bada$$ vs. The West Coast – It’s Over – The beef is done. Who came out on top? Let’s talk winners, losers, and where Joey goes from here.

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In the Loop: 

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