Ep. #393: Say It Out Loud!!!

Ed Lover kicks things off questioning the media frenzy surrounding Max B, calling out how gangster stories are often glamorized while the real harm — and real victims — get glossed over. From crime culture and power to why certain communities wear criminality like a badge of honor, the conversation gets honest fast. Things heat up as Ed doesn’t hold back on his deep disappointment in Nicki Minaj, questioning her recent moves, motives, and whether branding has completely overshadowed artistry in today’s music industry. From “branding culture” gone wild to artists losing the plot, Ed and Mrs. Fruit debate what it really means to be an artist versus a brand. The crew also dives into AI fatigue, podcast culture, oversaturation vs. underpreparedness, and whether nostalgia is propping up hip-hop and R&B right now. Along the way, Ed pays respect to real podcast pioneers and experts who set the standard. Unfiltered, funny, thought-provoking — and classic C’Mon Son! energy. Host: Ed Lover Co-Host: Vanessa Roberts, aka Mrs. Fruit Exec. Producer: Krista Hayes Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Ep. #393: Say It Out Loud!!! is an episode from C'Mon Son! The Podcast. by CMonSon The Podcast.

This episode is 01:05:59 long.

This episode was published on Jan 24, 2026.

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