The Rise & Grind Podcast

Hip-Hop talk extraordinaire’s Roderick Taylor & Cari Gentry keep you glued to your earbuds with the latest in Rap Music, & all things surrounding the Hip Hop Culture.

The Rise & Grind Podcast is a music podcast hosted by Roderick Taylor & Jacari Gentry, with 439 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Roderick Taylor & Jacari Gentry hosts The Rise & Grind Podcast, a music show with 439 episodes published.

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  Episode #440

  Episode 437: "This Is Not Easy"

  Aug 17, 20262h 15m

  On This Episode: Episode 437 — Roderick & Cari are back with another week of music, headlines, and culture. This week, the guys get into Nipsey Hussle & Bino Rideaux’s Prolific and Trippie Redd’s NDA, while breaking down the latest surrounding Drake’s “20 v 1” conversation. On the news side, Roderick & Cari discuss the growing Lil Durk trial headlines, the start of the Tupac murder trial, the upcoming Donell Jones vs. Joe VERZUZ, and ESSENCE’s ranking of the greatest R&B songs of all time. Tap in — new episode out now ️ Intro: Justin Timberlake- Summer Love Roderick | Trippie Readd- Yopstar Cari | darthway- die cry here! Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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  Episode #439

  Episode 436: "Jobs With The Macintosh"

  Aug 14, 20262h 49m

  On This Episode: Episode 436 — Roderick & Cari are back with another week of music, headlines, and culture. This week, the guys discuss Pooh Shiesty’s “All Eyes on Shiest,” along with the announcement of Erykah Badu and The Alchemist’s long-awaited album. On the news side, Roderick & Cari get into the latest AI developments, GTA 6’s extended look coming to Netflix, Russell Westbrook’s retirement, the Lakers’ $12B sale, and the Cowboys reaching a $15.5B valuation. Tap in — new episode out now ️ Intro: Pooh Shoesty- Reap What You Sow Roderick | Benny The Butcher & Harry Fraud- Summer ‘26 Cari | BandoSupreme- Badu In The Bayou Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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  Episode #438

  Episode 435: "Cracked The Code"

  Aug 6, 20262h 9m

  On This Episode: Episode 435 — Roderick & Cari are back breaking down the biggest stories in music, entertainment, and culture. This week, the guys discuss Pooh Shiesty’s upcoming album, react to A$AP Rocky’s comments about Drake’s Burning Bridges, and talk about what both stories could mean moving forward. On the news side, Roderick & Cari dive into the latest updates on Black Panther 3, the newly announced Spider-Man film, Apple’s iPhone lease upgrade program, the push to revive Myspace, changes to Texas THC laws, and the renewed attention surrounding COVID.gov . Tap in — new episode out now ️ Intro: David Banner- Like A Pimp (feat. Lil Flip) Roderick | Dominic Fike - Good Game Cari | Syd- Water Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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  Episode #437

  Episode 434: "Crack At The Big Leagues"

  Aug 3, 20261h 53m

  On This Episode: Episode 434 — Roderick & Cari are back with another week of music, headlines, and culture. This week, the guys check out new music from Cardi B, Meek Mill, and Rod Wave, while also discussing Lil Uzi Vert’s Maverick (Almost Forever EP) and what it could mean for his next chapter. On the news side, Roderick & Cari react to Ye’s New Orleans show and YZY’s JD Sports partnership, break down Obama’s annual Summer Playlist, discuss the viral Usher concert moment, and celebrate the return of 50 Cent’s iconic Reebok G-Unit G6. Tap in — new episode out now ️ Intro: Meek Mill- Nightmares To Dreams Roderick | Mac Miller - The Scoop On Heaven Cari | Stevie Wonder- Love Light In Flight Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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  Episode #436

  Episode 433: "Catch Me If You Can"

  Jul 27, 20262h 2m

  On This Episode: Episode 433 — Roderick & Cari are back breaking down the latest in music, headlines, and sports. This week, the guys discuss Stevie Wonder announcing his first new album in years, recap the latest VERZUZ battle, and share their thoughts on what stood out most. On the news side, Roderick & Cari react to Chris Brown pleading guilty in his London assault case, the newly announced Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2027, LeBron’s move to Philadelphia, and Errol Spence Jr.’s final fight and retirement announcement. Tap in — new episode out now ️ Intro: Pharrell- Frontin’ (fest. JAŸ-Z)[Radio Mix/Club Mix Roderick | Drayko & Ankith Woods - Funky Spread Cari | The Brothers Johnson- Closer To The One That You Love Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3RXj1aj

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