C'Mon Son! The Podcast

Ep. #406: We Love The Gumbo

Episode Summary

This week, Ed Lover is fired up and pulling no punches. He kicks things off celebrating Jay-Z's historic, sold-out three-night residency at Yankee Stadium honoring 30 years in the game before diving headfirst into conversations about hip-hop's impact, politics, Colin Kaepernick, and the state of Black America. Then, things get personal as Ed delivers a heartfelt message on protecting our children, the importance of parental presence, and why today's parents need to be more involved than ever. Plus, Ed and Fruit unpack the latest headlines surrounding Uncle Nearest and founder Fawn Weaver, and ask the tough questions about legacy, leadership, and what happens when business gets messy. C'MON SON!—you don't want to miss this one.

Episode Notes

On this episode of C'Mon Son! The Podcast:

• Ed reflects on Jay-Z's monumental three-night, sold-out residency at Yankee Stadium (July 10-12) celebrating three decades of one of hip-hop's greatest careers.
• A deep dive into rap music, culture, politics, and Colin Kaepernick's lasting impact on sports and social justice.
• Ed shares his concerns about safety in our communities and the importance of protecting young Black children.
• A powerful message for parents: your presence matters. Ed discusses being active, engaged, and intentional in your children's lives.
• "Parent to Parent: Don't Play With My Kids"—Ed gets candid while discussing Nolan Wells and why parents should never take their eyes off what's most important.
• Ed and Fruit break down the latest developments surrounding Uncle Nearest and founder Fawn Weaver, who was removed from her role as CEO amid the company's ongoing legal and financial challenges. The company remains under court-appointed receivership as discussions around a potential sale continue.
• Legacy, accountability, leadership, and preserving Black-owned businesses in challenging times.
• Plus, plenty of laughs, real talk, and classic "C'MON SON!" moments throughout the episode.
• A special thank you to our friends at SPRITE, check out our curated playlist paying homage to the best in hip-hop: The Sprite Living Tracklist w/ GENIUS

Quote of the Week:

"Money, fame, and success mean nothing if we aren't protecting our children and showing up for the people who need us most." – Ed Lover