C'Mon Son! The Podcast

Dame Dash and Cam’Ron are beefing, and Ed Lover ain’t here for it. He and Mrs. Fruit call out the Harlem drama, reflect on when Roc-A-Fella stood tall, and dive into why today’s mainstream rap feels like fast food compared to Wu-Tang and the golden era. Add in Gen Alpha wanting to be YouTubers instead of doctors, and Ed’s memories from Yo! MTV Raps, and you’ve got an episode packed with culture, comedy, and classic hip-hop talk. 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

Ed and Mrs. Fruit kick things off with a Karen moment at the dog park, then take a sharp turn into politics you NEED to pay attention to — from Trump’s wild citizenship check idea to the economy’s downward spiral. Plus: Vegas ain’t the same, Gen Z isn’t drinking in the club, and Ed drops his list of 5 words Black folks say wrong...and so much more! Buckle up, this one’s a ride. 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

Ed is SO glad he’s not single in today’s dating pool — and after this convo, you will be too. From Uber Black demands on first dates to the chaos of “Shreking,” Ed and Mrs. Fruit share their unfiltered takes on modern love. Then, Fruit gets put to the test with Gen Z slang — does she know her Rizz from her Cap? Tune in for laughs, debates, and some seriously wild takes. 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

Ed and Mrs. Fruit are back at it with Part 2 of the “Overrated vs. Underrated” showdown! From fast food to pizza a many more categories, no one is safe as the debates get even spicier. We saving "Fruit of the Week" and C'Mon Son! ... the legendary Ed Lover roast, for next week! So stay tuned. 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

Ed and Vanessa are in celebration mode — their daughter just hit the big 3-0! But don’t get too comfortable… because the brand new “Overrated or Underrated” segment is here, and it’s coming in HOT. 👀 Ed Lover is risking it all with opinions that might get him canceled: Destiny’s Child? Overrated. Rihanna?? OVERRATED. 3LW, 702, Pretty Ricky? They all catch the smoke. Nobody’s safe when Ed and Mrs. Fruit let the chopper fly on your favorite R&B groups and singers plus MANY MORE categories because TRUST US: THEY HAD TIME TODAY. Plus:🍑 Fruit of the Week is back and she’s got something to say.🔥 And of course, the C’Mon Son! Roast — full of facts, fire, and foolery. You’ve been warned. 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

This week on C'Mon Son! The Podcast, Ed Lover and the ever-opinionated Mrs. Fruit are back in the building with hot takes, wild headlines, and raw unfiltered truth. From jaw-dropping celebrity news to everyday foolishness, no topic is off-limits. Whether you like it or love it… you're gonna feel this one. Plus, the Fruit of the Week and a brand-new round of Ed’s legendary C’Mon Son! Roast. Buckle up. 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

This week hits hard. Ed Lover and Mrs. Fruit reflect on the heavy loss of real legends—Malcolm Jamal Warner, Ozzy Osbourne, Chuck Mangione, and more. Ed shares personal memories, from working with Malcolm on The Cosby Show to growing up inspired by Ozzy and Hulk (well… sorta). But don’t get it twisted—Ed has words for those mourning Hulk Hogan, and spoiler alert: they ain’t sweet. Plus: the absurdity of the Atlanta PD after they came for Glorilla, Republicans attempting to rewrite and eliminate Black history, Trump’s Epstein lies, and why Uber’s new feature for women drivers actually matters. And thank the music gods—Stevie Wonder isn’t slowing down any time soon! And as always, Mrs. Fruit drops her Fruit of the Week (you know it’s juicy), and Ed goes all the way in with this week’s C'Mon Son! roast. Tap in! 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

We’re at it again this week—and it’s giving bold, hilarious, and unapologetic! 👀 From “Who Said That?!” to a fresh round of Unpopular Opinions and Ed’s classic C’Mon Son! segment, nothing is off limits. And trust—Mrs. Fruit’s Fruit of the Week might just have you screaming at your speakers. Tap in! 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

Ed Lover and Mrs. Fruit are BACK—with a new furry addition to the fam: Marlon Jackson Roberts aka Marley Marl! 🐶 But don’t let the cuteness fool you—this episode is FULL of smoke. From puppy pee puddles to Cardi B deleting Stephan Diggs pics, nothing is off limits! 💥 What happened to their first dog Peppa? Did Cardi & Steph really break up? And WHY is the internet always tryna pit Cardi against Taylor Swift?! Ed and Fruit go in. PLUS: Dwight Howard & Amy Lucciani, RHOA tea, and the very real BLACK BAN on Carnival Cruise Lines! 😤 Mrs. Fruit drops off another juicy “Fruit of the Week” 🍉—this time it’s Nicki Minaj!And Ed’s infamous C’Mon Son Roast is loaded: Fake Klay Thompson, Joy Ann Reid haters, road rage murderers, and more end up on the chopping block. 👏🏾 It’s wild. It’s messy. It’s honest.Tap in or get tapped out! 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

Back with another unfiltered episode, Ed Lover and Mrs. Fruit dive headfirst into the explosive updates surrounding Sean "Diddy" Combs—starting with his RICO charge being dropped due to lack of evidence. While some folks are out here celebrating with baby oil (yes, really), Ed and Fruit keep it real: Diddy may be sober now, but he still has to reckon with a whole lot of past behavior. The duo explores how drugs, ego, and money fueled Diddy’s chaos, especially in his relationship with Cassie, and how boundaries go out the window when power is unchecked. Fruit saw the signs way back during Making the Band, and Ed shares a personal parallel from his own past. They break down Judge Mathis’ take on sentencing, why Diddy is still being held without bail, and Fruit's insights into what Cassie allegedly said about Diddy being a danger to witnesses. Plus, Ed delivers a much-needed PSA to Black men chasing wealth and status: Don’t let the money make you forget who you are. 🔥 And of course, Ed is back with his infamous C’Mon Son! Roast, taking aim at Malik Beasley, Remy Ma, the never-ending Ja Rule vs. 50 Cent drama, and more! 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

Ed Lover and Mrs. Fruit are BACK — and they’ve got time today. This week, they take a flamethrower to Billboard’s 75 Greatest R&B Artists of All Time list and let’s just say... this list SUCKS. 👀 Alicia Keys before Babyface??😤 Donna Summer ahead of Mary J?!🤯 Frank Ocean over legends?!Ed and Fruit dive DEEP into the top 27 names and call it like they see it: Black people didn’t make this list. Period. But that’s not all… 🔥 BREAKING DIDDY NEWS:Several charges dropped — including arson, kidnapping, and some sex trafficking counts. Ed’s calling it now: Diddy may not see more jail time. Nasty? Yes. Illegal? Maybe not. Freak-offs ain't felonies! 😔 Ed opens up about how the Daphne Joy allegations actually made him sad, and he pleads with listeners: “Stop belittling yourself for money.”💬 Mrs. Fruit chimes in: “What is it really worth?” 💸 FASHION RANT INCOMING:B. Simone said she had to scale down from Bloomingdale’s to H&M, and Ed said: Girl, Walmart draws are undefeated. Fruit puts us on to high-low fashion, thrift fits, and how to slay without breaking the bank. 🎵 Ed & Fruit also weigh in on Cardi B’s new track and a particular low blow lyric that might’ve gone too far… 💥 Fruit of the Week: Offset. AGAIN. Why? He might be lowkey jealous of Stephon Diggs… and now he’s out here dating Diggs’ ex. Messy! And of course…🔥 C’MON SON! ROAST OF THE WEEK:Billboard. Diddy prosecutors. Iman Shumpert. And anyone else who’s earned the smoke. 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

🎙️ New Episode: “We Tried to Tell You!” — A Juneteenth Celebration (and a Whole Lotta Smoke) 🎙️ HAPPY JUNETEENTH, FAM! 🇺🇸✊🏾 Ed Lover and Mrs. Fruit are back with a loud, proud, and unapologetically Black episode just in time for the culture. Mrs. Fruit keeps it real — she just found out Juneteenth is a federal holiday (girl, same!), and Ed takes us back to the roots: June 19th, 1865. Real history. Real talk. Ed admits he’s clocking in this year, but next year? It’s a wrap. He’s putting his foot down and taking Juneteenth off — period. But we better enjoy it while we can… before Trump tries to overturn it like everything else. This episode is full of “WTF is happening?!” moments:👀 The head of Latinos for Trump allegedly getting deported?🪖 Trump’s sad, silent tank parade?🧠 Diddy’s trial dominating the headlines with no real evidence?🤯 Tyler Perry accused of sexual assault? Ed and Mrs. Fruit also break down R. Kelly’s rumored overdose behind bars, joke about Trump possibly pardoning him (Lord…), and remind us that Diddy is out here being labeled the Grand Master Freak — while choosing NOT to speak in court and defend himself before he potentially faces some serious charges.. PLUS: A little New Jack Swing nostalgia, Master P dropping the "Master," and more Juneteenth vibes. And of course — the C'Mon Son! Roast is back with Ed going all in on Tesla, Honda, Tyler Perry, Will Smith, and yes… Elon Musk. 😤 Tap in for an episode that’s as Black, bold, and unfiltered as it gets. C’Mon Son! The Podcast — where real talk lives. 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

Ed Lover and Mrs. Fruit are back from celebrating 10 beautiful years of marriage—and straight into the chaos! This week, they talk about how hard dating would be in 2025 (spoiler alert: Fruit wants no parts). They call out people doing the most on social media about their relationships (looking at you, Remy & Papoose), give Clarissa Shields some real advice on staying focused, and break down what’s really going on with Jim Jones allegedly losing it all. Plus: the latest Diddy trial updates and a full recap of the BET Awards. The love is real, but the internet drama? Out of control. 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

It’s another wild and honest ride with Ed Lover and Mrs. Fruit! Ed kicks off this episode with a $100 mistake — all she needed was mouthwash, and somehow came back with only $20 change. Wait... From there, things get real. Fruit calls Ed out for ignoring her advice until he hears it from someone else — and every married woman listening says AMEN. As the couple prepares to celebrate 10 years of marriage (!!!), they open up about what keeps them going, what Black Love looks like in real life, and how you really know when you’ve found “your person.” Ed and Fruit break down relationship dealbreakers, pop-the-balloon show madness, and why some of the “hot girls” from back in the day are still single. Fruit says, “Ain’t nobody trying to grow old alone!” Ed also shares a hilarious take on what his life would be like if he wasn’t married (spoiler: it’s giving chaos ), why his sister’s trip to England was an awakening, and they both get into the latest on the Diddy case — plus Trump’s wild list of celebrity pardons, from Lil Wayne to the Chrisleys. Top it all off with Mrs. Fruit’s Fruit of the Week and Ed’s legendary C’Mon Son! roast, and you’ve got an episode packed with laughs, love, and LOTS of “Did they really just say that?!” 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

“WHY?!” – That’s the question on Ed Lover’s mind this week. From Diddy’s explosive trial to Chris Brown’s latest legal woes, Ed wants to know—why are Black men constantly getting locked up while their white counterparts skate by? He breaks down the troubling trend with names like R. Kelly, Mystikal, Young Thug, Lauryn Hill, Fat Joe, and even himself in the mix—meanwhile, Trump and Kevin Spacey out here free as ever. Mrs. Fruit claps back with some justification behind those charges—but Ed’s still asking “WHY?”... especially when Diddy’s alleged behavior makes R. Kelly look tame! Semen and nipples?! Ed says Diddy might just be the Grand Master Freak of them all. Plus, Ed and Fruit take a wild ride through celebrity messiness—from the Cannes photographer who tried the WRONG one (Denzel Washington!), to Megan Thee Stallion’s conflicting stories, to Chris Brown’s million-dollar bail. Need a break from the madness? They lighten it up with a nostalgic trip through childhood candy—Now & Laters, Lemonheads, Boston Baked Beans—and throwback soda faves. And you already know what time it is: Fruit of the Week C’Mon Son! RoastUp this week: Chris Brown, the LA Lakers, Diddy, Taco Bell’s new chicken nuggets (WHY?!), and more foolishness from pop culture’s finest. Tap in. It’s a full ride this week. 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

It’s the same day, just new B.S.! In this raw and unfiltered episode of C’Mon Son! The Podcast, Ed Lover opens up about real love vs. the illusion of love—revealing why he used to hate when women told him “I love you” and why he believed they were only in love with the idea of him, not the man behind the fame. Mrs. Fruit dives in to challenge his take, sparking a passionate back-and-forth about love, loss, and relationships that can’t survive the storm. From Teyana & Iman, Cardi & Offset, to Cassie & Diddy, and even Halle Bailey & DDG (Mrs. Fruit’s FRUIT OF THE WEEK ) — Ed and Fruit explore the dark side of picture-perfect love and the rise of messy SITUATIONSHIPS. What is a situationship anyway? Mrs. Fruit breaks it down with no filter—and no sympathy for the Gen Z dating game. Ed also makes a bold confession: if things ever ended with Mrs. Fruit, it’s situationships only from here on out. PERIOD. Plus, Ed shares his honest thoughts on the Megan Thee Stallion & Tory Lanez saga (new tea is spilling ), Cardi B & Stephon Diggs rumors, and how his own “wounded bird” phase shaped his past. And you already know—it wouldn’t be C’Mon Son! without the roasts. Mrs. Fruit delivers her Fruit of the Week and Ed is back swinging with his iconic C’Mon Son! takedown—this time, the spotlight is hot on Diddy and Black Hollywood! 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

It’s been a HELLUVA week on C’Mon Son! The Podcast with Ed Lover and Mrs. Fruit! 🎙️🔥 Ed kicks things off celebrating his new LLC—63 Baby—named after the year he was born, and he’s headed to Tampa for a weekend of stand-up! 🙌 But the real win? FAMILY HEALING. After some emotional fractures with Ed’s daughters, things are finally coming together. 🙏🏾 This week’s episode is all about real talk and real growth. Ed drops a gem: “You were born to be real, not to be perfect.”💯 Then it’s ON: Beyoncé’s ticket sales are down, and Ed says it’s not about Queen Bey—it’s the damn cost of eggs and coffee! 😂 PLUS: The R&B remake wars are back! Ed says Heatwave’s "Always and Forever" clears Luther’s version—don’t @ him! Meanwhile, Xscape, Whitney Houston, and more get their flowers (and a little shade 👀). Mrs. Fruit returns with her Fruit of the Week, and she is NOT holding back: Mary J. Blige, Vado, and stylist Mysa Hilton—what is going on?! 🍿 Also on deck: Rihanna and ASAP Rocky marriage rumors, Wayne Brady & Taye Diggs on Broadway, and this week’s C’Mon Son! roast hits LeBron, 50 Cent, The Lakers and more! Tap in—it’s laughs, truth, tea, and a whole lotta love. Only on C’Mon Son! The Podcast. 🎧💥 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

🔥 Back with another fire episode of C'Mon Son! The Podcast with Ed Lover and the EQUALLY-unfiltered Mrs. Vanessa aka MRS. FRUIT! 🔥 Ed kicks things off with a wild question for his wife—“Why you ain’t said NOTHIN’ about the Pope?!” 😂 A quick convo sparks as Ed wonders out loud how popes even get chosen, while Fruit’s like… “Next topic!” 😅🙏🏽 Then things get deep—Ed asks: if you knew the exact date of your death, how would you live your life? Fruit says, “NOPE, don’t tell me NOTHIN’.” 🙅🏽‍♀️ Today also marks 23 years since the tragic passing of Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes 💔 and Ed shows love to TLC—the first female group he ever brought to Chicago as a DJ. Ed’s fave? "Waterfalls." Fruit? "No Scrubs," of course. 💅🏾🎶 The duo also sends heartfelt prayers to Gilbert Arenas and Laura Govan, as their son fights for his life after a horrific car crash. 🙏🏽💔 And then? CLUTCH YOUR PEARLS. They dive deep into the SHANNON SHARPE DRAMA 🫣 —from his shady relationship with a MUCH younger woman to the $50M lawsuit, secret recordings, and more. Fruit comes in HOT, and Ed doesn't hold back either. Spoiler: "He's got an AARP card, what is he even doing?!" 😤 PLUS: 👀 Kanye’s latest disturbing claims and Fruit’s take on his mental spiral 🎤 New Segment Alert: FRUIT OF THE WEEK—this time, Trump’s “HBCU Empowerment Plan” gets dragged 🎶 Tank’s Top R&B Artists list gets torched, and Ed comes in with his own 🔥 The return of the infamous C'Mon Son! roast featuring Kanye, Tank, Draymond Green, Jim Jones & more! Tap in for laughs, real talk, music memories, and side-eyes for DAYS. This one? Unmissable. 🎧💥 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

🎤 Back again with another fire episode of C’Mon Son! The Podcast with Ed Lover and his wife, Mrs. Vanessa aka Mrs. Fruit! 🔥 This week, they’re throwing it way back with a battle of the eras—1995 vs. 2025! 💥 Ed and Fruit are both certified hip-hop heads, and they’re breaking down what many call the Golden Years of hip-hop—those iconic '90s and early 2000s joints—and stacking them up against today’s chart-toppers. Who really has the bars? Who's got the influence? And are we witnessing the evolution of hip-hop, or the erosion of its essence? Ed drops the Top Hottest Rappers of 1995 and lines them up with the Top of 2025—and let’s just say... things get SPICY. 🔥 Whether you're riding for the legends or vibing with the new wave, this episode is a must-listen for every hip-hop lover who lives for the culture. 🧢💿 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

Ed Lover and his ride-or-die, Vanessa aka Mrs. Fruit, are back with a passionate ODE to the forgotten greats of hip-hop! 💿🔥 This week, they reflect on the passing of the legendary Angie Stone—before the solo hits, she was part of Sequence, the first-ever Southern hip-hop group signed to a label, and they even wrote “Apache” for Sugar Hill Gang! Ed and Fruit dive deep: Has money and status completely taken over hip-hop? Are today’s artists too focused on flashy lifestyles and clout to honor the artistry of the golden era? Ed shares firsthand stories from his Yo! MTV Raps days, breaking down what REAL respect in the game used to look like, while Fruit challenges the idea that money is the only culprit. They shout out Lost Legends like AZ, Pharoahe Monch, Tragedy Khadafi, and Styles P—MCs who deserve way more love! 💯 From DJ disrespect skipping verses, to fans who only care about hooks and beats, to Tupac dying with only $60K in the bank but immortalized in the culture—this episode is a raw, unfiltered celebration of hip-hop’s true pioneers. 💔🎤 PLUS: 🌀 Rick Ross vs. Styles P 🌀 Why Cam’Ron’s verse on “Suck It or Not” STILL slaps 🌀 Wu-Tang memories, local roller rinks, and the greatness of “The Thorough Borough” 🗽 🌀 Fashion, the future, and the formula for a hit song today 👀 🌀 And more thoughts on Drake, Megan Thee Stallion, and the evolving industry landscape. If you love hip-hop, you can’t miss this one. Legends don’t die… they just don’t get enough credit. 👑 Tap in and pay homage. C’Mon Son! 🎧🔥 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