As cliche as it sounds, the phrase "...it's a thin line between love and hate" is oh-so true. One minute, a couple can be whirl-windily in love and as soon as something goes wrong or the dynamic changes, love can transpire into a form of hate, rather against said person, or even self-hate. This week, Ed and his producer Krista sat in studio and gave different perspectives on how love can resurface into hate ... or, do they just sound bitter over their exes? Chime in and comment below. To learn m...
Oct 16, 2018•1 hr 9 min
C'Mon Son! The Podcast Episode #88: Life Cheats by Ed Lover To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 09, 2018•1 hr 3 min
Amber Rose recently posted about Bill Cosby and said publicly she hopes Bill Cosby dies in jail. This week's podcast is in now way, shape of form coming for Amber, but Ed Lover respectfully disagrees and explains why. Along with addressing her comments, Ed shed light on his reasons for why the government is not at all structured properly when it comes to equal justice for people of color. Enjoy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-...
Oct 01, 2018•1 hr 5 min
An absolutely on fire and emotional episode this week, gang. Ed sits in studio with his morning show co-host Jen BT, alongside his long time producer Krista, and talk about the rise and fall of Bill Cosby, Katt Williams crazy ass and how Ed doesn't take kind to Diddy' new Ciroc line "For The Culture." Kick back, listen, comment. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoice...
Sep 24, 2018•1 hr 10 min
What's REAL rap beef? Ed Lover kicks back and speaks about being fortunate enough to be in the rap game and just be alive, period. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 18, 2018•56 min
Black. Lives. Matter. This three-word phrase has grown into an international social justice movement that stemmed from the shooting death of the teenaged Trayvon Martin. From Reverend Al Sharpton pressing the injustice non-stop on PoliticsNation back in 2012, to today - Colin Kaepernick's inspirational "take-a-knee" protest during NFL games, Trayvon's legacy is STILL felt, but unfortunately, the sad reality is black people find themselves everyday still trying to prove that their lives really do...
Sep 10, 2018•40 min
Ed finally speaks candidly about being let go from POWER 105 in New York before the take off of "The Breakfast Club." Point is: don't get mad over things you CAN'T control - and "control what YOU can control." Enjoy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Aug 29, 2018•1 hr 2 min
By now you should know that Ed really, really enjoys simple episodes like sitting in front of the mic and talking to his people who listen and support his podcast. Following the intro of Ed venting about the progress of his podcast - he admits it's not that easy keeping this persistent. But in the great words of Reggie Osse a-k-a Combat Jack... "when it comes to podcasting, consistency is key, no matter what." As we embark on episode number 83, Ed touches on personal issues like his family, stay...
Aug 20, 2018•1 hr 1 min
Three very valid points were discovered this week during the recording of Ed's podcast: - BIG REALITY: we need music programs back in schools. - SOLID FACT: Shifts in hip-hop are inevitable. - THE FUTURE: The next generation/shift in hip-hop could be negatively influenced due to the lack of music-driven programs (and the history of instrumentation/music) in our schools. Listen and tell us if you agree/disagree. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy...
Aug 13, 2018•1 hr 9 min
A liberal-democratic agenda and a conservative-republic agenda SHOULD co-exist to some degree being that it's 2018, right? Wrong. Unfortunately we have a president who preaches a divisive agenda and divisiveness in the sports world. Ed Lover delves into politics and sports, vents about Colin Kaepernick and Lebron James. Enjoy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices....
Aug 06, 2018•32 min
Ed Lover wants us to stop minimizing rape culture and really take into account the fact that women are consistently being take advantage of, and how simple it is for humans to brush off rape claims. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jul 31, 2018•43 min
It's been 25 years since John Singleton debuted to the world the now highly revered cinematic masterpiece "Poetic Justice," almost 30 years since his Academy Award-nominated film Boyz N Da Hood with countless projects from then, till now. Present day and time, we are now into the second season of Singleton's FX project 'Snowfall,' with a breakthrough into television that consistently keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. Check out our podcast with the great John Singleton and star of the Sno...
Jul 23, 2018•33 min
For almost 40 years, "Taste of Chicago" has been an iconic staple to the city drawing in tourist from around the world to indulge on local Chicago eats, craft beer, people watching and of course - music. This year, Ed took to the Chicago streets of Taste and brought along his recorder, asking locals and tourist about hip-hop, the true essence of "Taste" and last but not certainly not least - an on the spot interview with two very important figures in hip-hop: Talib Kweli and Yasiin Bey (formerly...
Jul 16, 2018•39 min
Finally, we get to talk about sex! The Ed Lover Morning Show crew (Ed Lover, his amazing co-host Jen B-T alongside associate producer Angela Domino and Executive Producer Krista Hayes, both known as 'The Morning Lattes') decided to crash Ed Lover's podcast and talk about what THEY wanted to talk about: S-E-X. From hyper-sexuality in the media, to celibacy covenants to the loss of each individual's virginity, yes, this episode is chuck full of too-much-information, slight discomfort but of course...
Jul 09, 2018•1 hr 4 min
Yes, it's okay for us to march for social justice and equality - however - we live in a fast-paced society where the next viral video cancels out what we were just protesting last week. Check out Ed's latest podcast, featuring an honest opinion about how "we" as a people need to stop being blinded by the bullshit. Enjoy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/ad...
Jun 26, 2018•56 min
Ed Lover takes the time to just sit in front of the microphone and remind his listeners and fans to just trust God's process. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 19, 2018•1 hr 1 min
Health is wealth! This week's episode features Chicago socialite and health enthusiast, Dr. Renee Matthews - widely known as a leader in the healthcare industry, she has appeared on television shows such as The Oprah Winfrey Show, TVOne’s NewsOne Now and WGN-TV’s People to People where she discussed different health topics. Ed and Renee discuss everything from mental health, to Renee's passions for being in the healthcare industry, plus more. Enjoy! To learn more about listener data and our priv...
Jun 11, 2018•58 min
Our first podcast in-studio guest since we moved to Chicago: MC Lyte. Twenty plus years of friendship can be heard in this episode, Ed even admits that he thought Lyte was a DUDE on the mic because her voice was so different than all the other female emcees that were booming on the scene. Enjoy this week's episode, featuring MC Lyte. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastc...
Jun 04, 2018•34 min
The clock is counting down to the 30th anniversary of "Yo! MTV Raps!" Wow. This week's episode of "C'Mon Son!" The Podcast, Ed discusses his old Yo! days - how he got on the show (Rest In Power to the late, great Ted Demme), where the "Ed Lover" alias comes from & reminiscing about the good ol days of New York rap and emcees. Enjoy. Reminder - YOU can be in the audience at the 30th anny show for Yo! MTV Raps: June 1st @ the Barclays Center in NYC! Be there or be square... To learn more about...
May 22, 2018•55 min
This week's episode of C'Mon Son! The Podcast features Ed Lover solo speaking on human rights; justice and the power of perception being "reality." Enjoy and comment below. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 15, 2018•49 min
This Monday's episode of "C'Mon Son!" The Podcast comes from Ed Lover going live on his Instagram over the weekend. We ripped the audio and decided to post it because it was that real and we don't want ANYONE to miss this message. Ed talks Tekashi 69, how culture vultures produce "sheep," Kanye, Bill Cosby, plus more. Kick back and enjoy - Ed serves a plate of good soulful talk. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more...
May 07, 2018•47 min
Your life can change in a blink of an eye. In this case, a young man by the name of Adam Pina could have faced attempted murder charges, but justice was served. From tragedy to triumph, this episode of "C'Mon Son!" The Podcast details the life of boxing manager and trainer Adam Pina, his near-prison experience and why being heavily involved in his community helped shaped his jury verdict. Enjoy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-...
Apr 30, 2018•1 hr 8 min
Famed director Ava DuVernay recently announced via social media that she's casting for her latest directorial project on Netflix about the "Central Park Five," one of the first cases to use meticulous DNA testing that led to the exoneration of five wrongfully accused teenagers. The five-part series will focus on each of the Harlem teens at the center of the story: Antron McCray, Kevin Richardson, Yusef Salaam, Raymond Santana, and Korey Wise. Ed Lover sat in-studio with Raymond Santana as he tel...
Apr 23, 2018•59 min
When the one and only John Gray is in studio, a heavy anointing and spirit-presence is felt on everyone in the room AND and we haven't stopped worshipping and praising The Great Man Above ever since. If you're unfamiliar, John Gray is now Senior Pastor of Relentless Church in Greenville, South Carolina and also serves as an Associate Teaching Pastor at Joel Osteen’s world-famous Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. His uniquely humorous way of helping people and preaching the gospel has internatio...
Apr 16, 2018•1 hr 5 min
From St. Thomas/Virgin Island projects to winning Grammys...brothers Theron and Timothy Thomas, famously known as "Rock City" have song writing and production credits across all facets of music; from Rihanna, to Nicki Minaj; Ariana Grande to Miley Cyrus plus working with many more legends in the music business. Ed Lover chopped it up with 1/2 Rock City - Tim - discussing everything from the origins of the group name "Rock City," to Rihanna's Writer's Weekend Camp plus more. Enjoy this week's epi...
Apr 09, 2018•52 min
Can you believe T-Pain was REALLY singing "...and theeennn" INSTEAD OF "ohhh-weeeee, I'mma take you home with me!" on 'Buy You A Drink'? We couldn't either so we decided to have him in-studio. Not to debate this but to talk about everything from Grammys to stripper etiquette(SIDEBAR: DID YOU KNOW some strip clubs let ballers and shot-callers WRISTBAND select 'prime' strippers to come into their section!? IF we are late on that - well excuse us...), to addressing the Jay-Z "Death of Auto-tune" er...
Apr 02, 2018•1 hr 7 min
From performer to pastor, fame to faith, success to significance. Pastor Montell Jordan - yes - "This Is How We Do It!" club-hit chart-topper turned to teacher of Christ. Montell Jordan stepped inside the studio with his wife Kristin and got REAL with Ed Lover about everything from what led Montell to leave the secular music industry and chase God instead, to his marriage ministry and of course - staying faithful to the church, plus Montell and Ed go all the way down memory lane. A great episode...
Mar 26, 2018•1 hr 8 min
Ed gives another heart-felt recording, keeping it all the way funky about his relationship with a higher power, staying positive when life trials come fast(maybe too fast), his views and perspective on religion plus we release some *EXCLUSIVE* news about Ed's new morning radio show - and you're the first to find out! Enjoy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com...
Mar 19, 2018•43 min
Ed weighs in on new rapper Lil Xan's comments about 2Pac and respecting the fore-fathers of hip-hop. He also commemorates the life and legacy of the Notorious B.I.G. following the anniversary of his death this past Friday and lastly, Ed dives into the often controversial topic of "top five greatest rappers of all time," and leaves a message for the "new kids" entering the world of rap. Enjoy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-pol...
Mar 12, 2018•49 min
It could be happening right next door and you wouldn't even know. Your friendly neighbor who hosts the annual block party or the woman next door who always walks her dog at sunrise. We're talking about the average looking man or woman hosting sex trafficking rings. The state of Georgia has one of the highest rates of human trafficking and it's time we pull back the shade and shine light on this toxic trade that too often goes unnoticed. Our guest this week is Toni Rivera, author of "Silent Screa...
Mar 05, 2018•57 min
