Mornings with Mero with Guest Host Vastie
On this episode of Mornings With Mero, JAY-Z calls in live and delivers a viral culture moment by declaring Scrabble the 5th element of Hip Hop, blending humor, wordplay, and hip-hop wisdom in a way only Hov can. The conversation captures the kind of real-time energy and unexpected moments that make HOT 97 a true home for culture.

Catch Mornings with Mero on HOT 97, Weekdays from 6am-10am

Catch Mornings with Mero on HOT 97, Weekdays from 6am-10am

HOT 97 Mornings with Mero

HOT 97 Mornings with Mero is a weekday morning radio show on New York's Hot 97 (6 a.m. to 10 a.m. EST), hosted by The Kid Mero (Joel Martinez) starting January 2026. The show features Mero's signature Bronx energy, comedic commentary, current events with a focus on New York City and hip-hop culture.  

<a href="https://hot97.com" data-ved="2ahUKEwi00rqp6cKSAxWJFFkFHQ8FKYoQgK4QegQIARAB" data-hveid="CAEQAQ" data-processed="true">HOT 97 Mornings with Mero</a>&nbsp;is a weekday morning radio show on New York's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rap-up.com/article/the-kid-mero-new-hot-97-morning-show-host" data-processed="true">Hot 97</a> (6 a.m. to 10 a.m. EST), hosted by The Kid Mero (Joel Martinez) starting January 2026. The show features Mero's signature Bronx energy, comedic commentary, current events with a focus on New York City and hip-hop culture.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Host Vashtie, JAY-Z Makes Scrabble the 5th Element of Hip Hop + Brandy Gets Real About Wanya

4.1.26 Guest Host Vashtie, JAY-Z Makes Scrabble the 5th Element of Hip Hop + Brandy Gets Real About Wanya

3.31.26 Mornings With Mero is LIVE every day on HOT 97 TV & HOT 97 YouTube! ⏰ Going LIVE 8–9AM EST 🎙️ Culture. 

Conversation. Energy — every morning.

On today’s episode, Ari Melber joins the conversation to break down the intersection of hip-hop, media narratives, the Jeffrey Epstein files, and what it all means for the current state of democracy 🧠

Plus, Uncle Luke calls out Nick Cannon and Chilli over their support of Donald Trump, sparking debate across the culture.

Then, Yung Miami opens up about losing her confidence, rebuilding her mindset, and stepping into a comeback era 💬

And the big question:
Jay-Z vs. Kanye West — same city, same weekend, three nights straight… which show are YOU choosing? 👀

Tap in for the full conversation.

HOT 97 Morning with Mero April 1st Guest Host Vashtie 

3.31.26 Ari Melber on Hip-Hop, Epstein Files & Democracy + Uncle Luke Calls Out Nick Cannon + Yung Miami Comeback + Jay-Z vs Kanye Debate

Mornings With Mero is LIVE every day on HOT 97 TV & HOT 97 YouTube! ⏰ Going LIVE 8–9AM EST 🎙️ Culture. Conversation. Energy — every morning.

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Mornings With Mero is LIVE every day on HOT 97 TV &amp; HOT 97 YouTube! ⏰ Going LIVE 8&ndash;9AM EST 🎙️ Culture. Conversation. Energy &mdash; every morning.
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3.30.26 Trick Williams Pulls Up on Morning with Mero — WWE’s Next Big Star + WrestleMania 42 Entrance Reveal

Mornings With Mero is LIVE every day on HOT 97 TV & HOT 97 YouTube!

⏰ Going LIVE 8–9AM EST
🎙️ Culture. Conversation. Energy — every morning.

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@HOT97
@THEKIDMERO
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4.1.26 Guest Host Vashtie, JAY-Z Makes Scrabble the 5th Element of Hip Hop + Brandy Gets Real About Wanya

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