The Kid Mero: The Rolling Stone Interview
10 February - 43 mins explicitFor the past month, The Kid Mero has stepped into the morning-show chair at Hot 97, taking over one of New York City’s most influential microphones following the departure of longtime host Ebro Darden. In a wide-ranging conversation with Rolling Stone’s Jeff Ihaza, Mero talks about the weight of becoming a daily voice for the city, fatherhood, and why terrestrial radio feels like a natural next chapter in his evolution. It’s a candid look at bridging digital and legacy culture – and creating moments for the version of himself who was listening years ago.
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Series Episodes
Wait, Why Was Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Performance Controversial?
We discuss Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance, look back at his career path, and try to figure out how such a nice guy sparked so much controversy with an uplifting halftime show. Julyssa Lopez joins host Brian Hiatt for the discussion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
39 mins
10 February Finished
Exploring Justin Townes Earle's Nashville
explicitJustin Townes Earle may have traveled the world as an Americana troubadour, but the story of the singer-songwriter’s life can be told in just a few square miles in his native Nashville. In this special episode of Rolling Stone’s Nashville Now, Jonathan Bernstein, author of the new authorized biography of Earle, What Do You Do When You’re Lonesome, gives us an intimate walking tour of Earle’s Nashville, from the park where he found solace to the dive bar where he honed his craft. We also talk about the legacy of Earle, who died in 2020, and why his songs will continue to play on. Country is Here…Nashville is Now. Check out our Hear Now playlist on Spotify, updated weekly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
55 mins
4 February Finished
Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of the 2026 Grammys with Exec Producer Ben Winston
We go deep into the making of the big show's superstar performances, chaotic moments, and more, with Grammys executive producer Ben Winston joining Rolling Stone Music Now host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour 5 mins
2 February Finished
Bruce Springsteen's 'Streets of Minneapolis' — and the Long History of Instant Protest Songs
We look at Bruce Springsteen's rapid response to deaths at the hands of federal agents in Minnesota — and the long history of other fast-turnaround protest songs, from Woody Guthrie to Nina Simone to Buffalo Springfield to Lil Baby. Andy Greene joins host Brian Hiatt for the discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
54 mins
1 February Finished
Nashville's Songwriting Secrets with Laura Veltz
explicitLaura Veltz, the songwriter behind hits for Dan + Shay, Jessie Murph, and more, shares the secrets of the Nashville writing room in this week's episode of Nashville Now. Veltz opens up about how she collaborates intimately with someone who may not share her own beliefs. We also preview Nashville's upcoming 615 Indie Live festival, where we'll host a live-audience podcast, and assess the health of Nashville's independent music venues with local champion Jamie Kent. Country is Here…Nashville is Now. Check out our Hear Now playlist on Spotify, updated weekly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1 hour 10 mins
28 January Finished
