On this September 21 episode of Mornings with Mero, Mero, Mia Belle, Kaz, Shani Kulture, and DJ Kast One bring the Tri-State their signature mix of New York debate, hip-hop news, comedy, and culture. In “The Mind of Mero,” Mero makes the case that Bronx and Brooklyn residents rarely cross borough lines without a serious reason, sparking a hilarious conversation about New York identity, gentrification, borough pride, and the places people will—or will not—travel for.

The crew also reacts to Ed Sheeran addressing Macklemore’s removal from his tour, then breaks down reports of an alleged unfinished Pusha T project leak, Drake’s place in hip-hop, and the search for the next true crossover superstar. Plus, they spotlight Converse after the brand apologized and removed an ad that drew criticism for troubling visual imagery.

The episode includes Hip Hop Jeopardy, Chris Brown and Usher ticket giveaways, listener call-ins, frozen-food nostalgia, and the fast, funny Tri-State talk that powers Mornings with Mero.

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

<p>Catch Mornings with Mero on HOT 97, Weekdays from 6am-10am</p>

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.  

<p><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;</p>