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Rap & Reason is a music review podcast that stars hip-hop scholar Dr. Jeremy McCool and award-winning journalist Earl Hopkins. Each episode delves into the latest pop culture news and music releases, as well as past rap albums that redefined the genre.
Unknown Host hosts Rap & Reason, a music show with 74 episodes published.
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 lates
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 "S
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review A$AP Rocky's "Don't Be Dumb," and preview the upcoming Verzuz battle between Hit-Boy and MikeWillMadeIt. They also discuss the latest release of the Akon-backed duo, Sheesh
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool talk about J. Cole's highly anticipated album, The Fall-Off, plus a throwback review of Cole's 2018 album, KOD. They also discuss Mero becoming the new host of the Hot 97 Morning
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Doechii's "Girl, Get Up" and A$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
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 Eb
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
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
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, "T
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Kodak Black's new album, "Just Getting Started," and Big L's latest posthumous release. They also talk about recent lawsuits in rap, the use of extortion as a tactic to gar
R&R hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool talk about the return of Verzuz with Cash Money and No Limit going head-to-head. They also review Dave's new album, "The Boy Who Played the Harp," and the latest tracks by Meg
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Dave East's "Karma 4" and Elliot Wilson's list of the top 20 women rappers today. They also discuss the art of the remix and upcoming projects from Danny Brown and Black Th
R&R hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Mobb Deep's new album, "Infinite," and honor the late neo-soul legend D'Angelo. They also talk about Drake's failed lawsuit against UMG and the return of Verzuz, with N
On this week's episode of Rap & Reason, hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool discuss the art of the deluxe album, upcoming posthumous albums by Big L and Mobb Deep, and the "Birds Don't Sing" music video. They also r
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy McCool review Young Thug's "Uy Scuti" and Jeezy and DJ Drama's collab, "Still Snowin'." They also discuss Cardi B and Nicki Minaj's beef, Joey Bada$$'s "Supaflee" music video, and other
Hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Cardi B and Jay Electronica's new projects. They also discuss Chance The Rapper's "Ride Remix," Big Sean and Russ' recent collab, and the death of the posse cut.
R&R hosts Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Ice Spice and Latto's "Gyatt" and Young Thug's "Miss My Dawgs." They also discuss Dame Dash's viral The Breakfast Club interview, and look back at Young Jeezy's "Let's
Dr. Jeremy McCool and Earl Hopkins review Joey Bada$$'s new album "Lonely at the Top" and look back on the impact of Jay-Z's "The Black Album." They also discuss Cardi B's Super Bowl performance claims, Will Smith's AI-g
Hosts Earl Hopkins and Dr. Jeremy C. McCool review Earl Sweatshirt's new album, "Live Laugh Love," and Offset's "Kiari." They also discuss the state of ghostwriting and Beanie Sigel and Jadakiss' upcoming collab.
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Rap & Reason is hosted by Unknown Host. The show is categorised under music (commentary) and has published 74 episodes.
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