The Stem Society

Ep 136On this episode of The Stem Society, Cole Jackson breaks down the Adin Ross and Doechii controversy following the release of Doechii’s song “Girl, Get Up.”Cole explores how early criticism from within the culture helped open the door for extreme outside commentary, the role platforms play in amplifying disrespect, and whether Glasses Malone’s response represents accountability—or escalation. A culture-first conversation about blame, boundaries, and responsibility in hip-hop.Timestamps(0:00) Intro(3:21) Black Internet Culture is to Blame(7:43) Adin Ross and his disrespect(12:15) Glasses Malone steps in(15:37) Final Thoughts

Ep 13521 Savage just sent a message to the industry: “F* the Streets.”** On this episode of The Stem Society, Cole breaks down what that statement really means for hip-hop — is the street era finally fading out, or is this just another moment that’ll get flipped into marketing?Cole also dives into Charlamagne’s reported $200M deal with iHeart and Ebro’s reaction to it. Is it fair critique or something a little more personal?Real conversation. Real culture. No industry politics. Tap in. 🎙️

Ep 134In this episode of The Stem Society, Cole Jackson breaks down two conversations that are really about the same thing: legacy in hip-hop.Cole reacts to The Game claiming he’s the best rapper on the West Coast, and why Kendrick Lamar’s name immediately entered the conversation. Is greatness about pure skill, or do catalog, impact, and how an artist moves over time matter more?The episode then shifts to the end of Ebro in the Morning on Hot 97, and why radio still plays a role in hip-hop culture — but only if it evolves in a podcast-driven era.This isn’t about nostalgia or taking sides. It’s about how hip-hop decides who gets the crown, and how media platforms survive when the culture changes.🎙️ Hosted by Cole Jackson

Ep 133In this episode, Cole breaks down why the new Diddy documentary adds nothing to the conversation. From 50’s ego play to the recycled information, Cole explains why the doc feels like a waste of time and money.Cole also reacts to Trap Lore Ross’ new video on NBA YoungBoy and talks about why creators who lean into street politics need to stand on their words when the pressure hits.Tap in for honest hip hop commentary and real conversations about media responsibility.Timestamps(1:16) Initial Thoughts / 50's Involvement(2:40) What Is the Doc About?(6:59) What Was the Purpose?(8:13) Diddy’s Love Life(9:21) R. Kelly vs. Diddy(10:51) Diddy Is Just Like White Executives(14:02) Final Thoughts on the Doc(15:14) Trap Lore Ross Going at YoungBoy(16:43) Who Is Wrong?(20:02) I Won’t Blame Artists(22:07) Stand By Your Statement!(24:31) Hip Hop Is ALWAYS the Blame(25:56) Stop Supporting TLR(27:44) Outro

Ep 132Cole breaks down why The Bigger Picture didn’t work long-term and what its ending says about the shallow state of hip-hop podcasting. He also dives into why labels pushing DSPs to raise streaming prices is a bad idea, and whether real alternatives to Spotify and Apple Music even exist. A full culture talk from someone who actually pays attention.Timestamps(0:00) Cole Open(1:08) The Bigger Picture Says Goodbye?(3:46) The Couldn't Move Past Kendrick v Drake(5:05) Jeremy, Dj Hed and Elliott Wilson felt non committal(9:37) Elliott's Hidden Agenda(14:57) The Problem with Hip Hop Podcasting(18:13) Spotify is Going to Raise the Price(19:10) The Labels Are to Blame(20:17) The OG Rappers are the Problem(24:39) Here is My Alternative to Streaming