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EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 2H 57M

Episode 401: "Low Hanging Fruit"

from The Rise & Grind Podcast · host Roderick Taylor & Jacari Gentry

On this episode: Episode 401 of The Rise & Grind Podcast is packed with new music, big headlines, and sports talk. Roderick & Cari kick things off with a review of Jill Scott’s latest album To Whom This May Concern, before looking ahead to upcoming drops like Larry June, Curren$y & The Alchemist’s Spiral Staircases (2/20), Baby Keem’s Casino (2/20), and Jack Harlow’s Monica (3/13). In news, the crew revisits the T.I. vs. Lil Wayne conversation, including the controversy surrounding Wayne following LaRussell’s comments. They also react to Stephen A. Smith reportedly eyeing a 2028 presidential run, updates from the 2026 Winter Olympics (including the viral condom shortage story), and a look ahead to NBA All-Star Weekend with Chris Paul officially retiring and new Kevin Durant filing news. The episode closes with Jesse Jackson, who passed away at 84. Episode 401 has it all— listen now.   Intro: Baby Keem- booman   Roderick | WILLOW- “i know that face.”   Cari | J. Cole- Old Dog   Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW

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