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

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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

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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

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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.

Check out our Spotify playlists:

Off License Flow’s:

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This week on The Check In,, Cole will be breaking down the best moments from the Joey Bada$$ vs. Ray Vaughn rap beef — but he's not here to score the battle. Instead, Cole is highlighting the tracks that actually hit, the bars that made me rewind, and the moments that stood out. 

Whether you’re Team Bada$$ or just discovering Ray Vaughn, this episode is for the fans who care about the craft — not the chaos.

Check out our Spotify playlists: 

Off License Flow’s:

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

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Ep 105

This week on The Stem Society, Cole Jackson delves into the most talked-about stories in hip-hop:

🎤 Red Bull Spiral Cypher Sets the Bar High – Big Sean, Ab-Soul, and Joey Bada$$ deliver a masterclass in lyricism in the latest Red Bull Spiral Cypher. Joey's verses spark discussions with pointed references to Daylyt and Ray Vaughn, showcasing the competitive spirit of hip-hop.

🩸 Tory Lanez Incident in Prison – Reports emerge about an alleged altercation involving Tory Lanez. We examine the details and what this means for his ongoing legal battles, including new information about Kelsey's involvement.

⚖️ Cassie's Testimony in Diddy Trial – Cassie takes the stand, providing testimony that could have significant implications for the Diddy trial. We break down the key points and potential outcomes.

Timestamps:

(1:06) The Cypher, Ray Vaughn, and Reason

(23:35) Tory Lanez got stabbed

(33:35) Diddy Trial Update

🎙️Watch The Weekly Check In for Music Reviews Here: https://youtu.be/lClVXXAhWHY?si=OUsNiMoqakMpKrDk

Check out our playlists: Off License Flow’s: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7iw59JQcJD5IEhfr6A4lea?si=vPEdwcYzSEKb4evP_aaUGg

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Two artists, two new projects, and two very different results. On this episode of The Stem Society, Cole Jackson breaks down:

🔹 Swavay’s BILLY2 – a introspective project that nobody is talking about

🔹 Lefty Gunplay’s Can’t Get Right – an album that raises more questions than replay value.

Are we watching a rising star and a fading spark in the same week? Hit play and find out what these albums say about where hip-hop is heading.

Check out our playlists: 

Off License Flow’s:

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

In the Loop: 

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Ep 104

Things are getting dark for Sean “Diddy” Combs. As new legal heat builds, we’re asking the question—are we witnessing the final chapter of one of hip-hop’s most powerful figures?

Plus, Rick Ross finally speaks on what it would take to squash his beef with Drake… but is it too late? And of course, we have to talk about the 2025 BET Awards nominations—because some of these picks are wild, and I’ve got jokes.

⏳ Timestamps:

(0:00) Trying to collab with UK pods and Met Gala talk

(6:57) Diddy Trial Update

(18:25) Rick Ross on Ending the Drake Feud

(22:53) BET Awards Nominations – You already know I had to cook…

Check out our playlists: 

Off License Flow’s: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7iw59JQcJD5IEhfr6A4lea?si=vPEdwcYzSEKb4evP_aaUGg

In the Loop: 

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

Support the Channel

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