C'Mon Son! The Podcast

Ed Lover

"C'Mon Son!" The Podcast is your ticket to the wild, unfiltered world of Ed Lover—radio host, actor, comedian, and former host of the legendary hip-hop-heavy international televised program Yo! MTV Raps. Dive into his no-holds-barred take on pop culture, family life plus so much more... where raw humor meets rugged truth. Forget the usual; this podcast is all about breaking the mold. With every episode, you'll find yourself laughing uncontrollably and asking, "Seriously, what the f*** is wrong with Ed Lover?"

  1. 2h ago

    Ep. #411: The 'Best of' WE THOUGHT THEY WERE GONNA BLOW UP!

    WE THOUGHT THEY WERE GONNA BLOW UP — BEST OF Ed Lover revisits the best moments from all three parts of We Thought They Were Gonna Blow Up The artists we were SURE were going to become household names The biggest “WHAT HAPPENED?!” moments Ed’s favorite stories, predictions, takes and surprises from the series Artists who had the talent, the buzz and the momentum… but somehow never reached the level everyone expected A look back at some of the most memorable moments and conversations from the three-part series Which predictions aged well? Which ones absolutely did NOT? Ed revisits the artists that had everyone saying, “THIS is the next big thing!” Plus, the Sprite Playlist featuring songs from the artists discussed throughout the series — because sometimes the music was TOO good to forget. A final look at the question we’ve been asking all along: What happened to the ones we thought were gonna blow up? The Sprite Living Tracklist w/ GENIUS The songs that bring the memories back. Featuring standout tracks from artists discussed throughout the We Thought They Were Gonna Blow Up series. Sprite — refreshing the soundtrack to the stories we never forgot. https://verifi.podscribe.com/pxl?advertiser=audible&client=05e67ccb-726b-4ba7-8b4f-d9db5a08fbe7&clname=cmonsonthepodcast_us_audible_587132&dt=%%delivery_time%%&eid=%%episodeid%%&event_type=imp&ip=%%ip%%&ord=%%cachebuster%%&pid=%%podcastid%%&plt=megaphone&pub=poddigital&ua=%%ua%%&v=1 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. Aug 13

    Ep. #410: WE THOUGHT THEY WERE GONNA BLOW UP! (Mrs. Fruit Edition)

    🍎 MRS. FRUIT TAKES OVER! We’ve made it to PART THREE of our three-part “We Thought They Were Gonna Blow Up” series—and this time, Ed Lover’s wife, Mrs. Fruit, is bringing HER list to the table! Who did she think was destined for superstardom? And what happened along the way? 🎶 THE SOUNDTRACK This episode is packed with music, memories, and artists who had the talent to go all the way: Lucy Pearl — “Dance Tonight” Loose Ends — “Hanging on a String” Chanté Moore — “Chanté’s Got a Man at Home” Heather Headley — “He Is” Tevin Campbell Trey Songz And plenty more! 🤔 WHAT HAPPENED? Mrs. Fruit takes a closer look at artists who seemed destined for major superstardom but whose momentum was slowed by personal struggles, bad record deals, industry circumstances, or situations that simply went sideways. Sometimes the talent was never the problem. The circumstances were. 🗣️ MRS. FRUIT HAS ENTERED THE CHAT This is Mrs. Fruit’s list, her perspective, and her take on the artists she thought were going to be HUGE. And you already know Ed Lover is going to have something to say about it! 🥤 SPRITE LIVING TRACKLIST This episode also features a Sprite commercial! And don’t forget to check out the Sprite Living Tracklist with Genius, a customized playlist created specifically for our C’MON SON! listeners. 🎤 THE FINAL CHAPTER Three parts. Countless artists. A LOT of “What happened to them?” conversations. We Thought They Were Gonna Blow Up — PART THREE is HERE! C’MON SON! https://verifi.podscribe.com/pxl?advertiser=audible&client=05e67ccb-726b-4ba7-8b4f-d9db5a08fbe7&clname=cmonsonthepodcast_us_audible_587132&dt=%%delivery_time%%&eid=%%episodeid%%&event_type=imp&ip=%%ip%%&ord=%%cachebuster%%&pid=%%podcastid%%&plt=megaphone&pub=poddigital&ua=%%ua%%&v=1 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. Aug 7

    ​Ep. #409: WE THOUGHT THEY WERE GONNA BLOW UP! (Hip-Hop Edition)

    C’MON SON! The Podcast with Ed Lover — Episode Show Notes 🎤 THE BRUHZ KNOW HOW TO PARTY! Ed is back from Omega Psi Phi’s Conclave in Cincinnati, and he has STORIES! The Bruhz definitely know how to have a good time. SHOUT OUT TO QUE PSI PHI! 🐶 🎶 WE THOUGHT THEY WOULD BLOW UP: THE HIP-HOP EDITION Ed continues last week’s conversation about artists everyone thought were destined for the next level—but this time, he’s keeping it strictly HIP-HOP. 🔥 HIP-HOP HEAVY Ed takes us through a STACKED list of artists and groups, including: Black Rob The Kangol Kid Dana Dane Loon Digable Planets Trinidad James And MANY more! 📻 HIP-HOP MEMORIES & MUSIC TALK What made these artists stand out? Why did we think they were going to blow up? And what happened along the way? Ed brings the stories, the opinions, and the music knowledge to another trip through hip-hop history. 🎧 THIS ONE IS FOR THE HIP-HOP HEADS. More music. More memories. More “C’MON SON!” -- Keep our The Sprite Living Tracklist w/ GENIUS on repeat! This playlist pairs PERFECT with the nature of this episode!  https://verifi.podscribe.com/pxl?advertiser=audible&client=05e67ccb-726b-4ba7-8b4f-d9db5a08fbe7&clname=cmonsonthepodcast_us_audible_587132&dt=%%delivery_time%%&eid=%%episodeid%%&event_type=imp&ip=%%ip%%&ord=%%cachebuster%%&pid=%%podcastid%%&plt=megaphone&pub=poddigital&ua=%%ua%%&v=1 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. Jul 31

    Ep. #408: WE THOUGHT THEY WERE GONNA BLOW UP

    Line Dancing, Freak Songs & The Stars That Should've Been Bigger This week, Ed Lover is back with another unfiltered conversation covering everything from Southern road trips and viral line dances to the evolution of hip-hop and R&B. After recapping an unforgettable weekend in Atlanta—including a hidden gem serving what might be the best biscuits in the South—Ed dives into the latest music conversations, breaks down Young M.A's "Spend Dat," and asks whether today's artists are really pushing the envelope like the legends did. Then the conversation takes a nostalgic turn as Ed names the artists he truly believed were destined for superstardom but never quite reached the heights they deserved. It's funny, passionate, opinionated, and guaranteed to spark debate. In This Episode: Ed recaps his weekend in Atlanta and why one restaurant is absolutely worth the drive. Why line dancing has become one of the hottest trends in the country. The hilarious new dance that's got everyone asking, "Where's my draws?" Ed reacts to Young M.A's "Spend Dat" and compares today's explicit records to the classic freak anthems that defined an era. Are today's artists playing it too safe? The performers Ed thought would become megastars—but never quite got there. Cool Breeze, Amerie, Craig Mack, Omarion, The D.O.C., Marilyn Manson, Vivian Green, and more. Plus, plenty of laughs, stories, hot takes, and classic C'MON SON! moments. Join the Conversation Which artist do you think should've been a much bigger star? And are today's "freak songs" missing what made the classics so memorable? Let us know in the comments and be sure to subscribe, rate, and share C'MON SON! The Podcast with Ed Lover. C'MON SON! 🎙️🔥 PLUS check out our curated playlist guaranteed to get you out your seat and on your feet: The Sprite Living Tracklist w/ GENIUS https://verifi.podscribe.com/pxl?advertiser=audible&client=05e67ccb-726b-4ba7-8b4f-d9db5a08fbe7&clname=cmonsonthepodcast_us_audible_587132&dt=%%delivery_time%%&eid=%%episodeid%%&event_type=imp&ip=%%ip%%&ord=%%cachebuster%%&pid=%%podcastid%%&plt=megaphone&pub=poddigital&ua=%%ua%%&v=1 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. Jul 17

    Ep. #406: We Love The Gumbo

    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 https://verifi.podscribe.com/pxl?advertiser=audible&client=05e67ccb-726b-4ba7-8b4f-d9db5a08fbe7&clname=cmonsonthepodcast_us_audible_587132&dt=%%delivery_time%%&eid=%%episodeid%%&event_type=imp&ip=%%ip%%&ord=%%cachebuster%%&pid=%%podcastid%%&plt=megaphone&pub=poddigital&ua=%%ua%%&v=1 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. May 23

    Ep. #404: Live From Houston Cigar Week: The Game Needs Respect

    This week, Ed Lover checks in live from Houston Cigar Week for a quick but REAL episode of C’Mon Son! The Podcast. Ed dives into today’s rap beef culture and how social media has turned outrageous opinions into a business model, where people say anything for clicks and attention. Using rapper Max B claiming he’s better than legendary MCs like Big Daddy Kane as an example, Ed questions whether people even believe the things they say anymore. Ed also talks about the growing tension between the younger generation and the OGs in hip hop, explaining why he prefers calling them “YPs” — young people — instead of “YNs.” While he believes respect for the pioneers is missing, he also reminds older generations and parents that young adults today are dealing with pressures unlike ever before. From sky-high rent and groceries to car notes, insurance, and the struggle to find affordable housing even after graduating college or trade programs, Ed shares a heartfelt message about patience, understanding, and supporting young people trying to survive in today’s economy. Real talk, laughs, perspective, and classic Ed Lover energy — C’MON SON! https://verifi.podscribe.com/pxl?advertiser=audible&client=05e67ccb-726b-4ba7-8b4f-d9db5a08fbe7&clname=cmonsonthepodcast_us_audible_587132&dt=%%delivery_time%%&eid=%%episodeid%%&event_type=imp&ip=%%ip%%&ord=%%cachebuster%%&pid=%%podcastid%%&plt=megaphone&pub=poddigital&ua=%%ua%%&v=1 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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"C'Mon Son!" The Podcast is your ticket to the wild, unfiltered world of Ed Lover—radio host, actor, comedian, and former host of the legendary hip-hop-heavy international televised program Yo! MTV Raps. Dive into his no-holds-barred take on pop culture, family life plus so much more... where raw humor meets rugged truth. Forget the usual; this podcast is all about breaking the mold. With every episode, you'll find yourself laughing uncontrollably and asking, "Seriously, what the f*** is wrong with Ed Lover?"

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