On this Friday edition of Mornings with Mero, Mero, Mia Belle, Kaz, Shani Kulture, and DJ Kast One bring the Tri-State a high-energy mix of entertainment, culture, money talk, and wellness. The crew reacts to Michael B. Jordan’s plan to step back after a major run of acting and directing work, then dives into the conversation around Colin Kaepernick’s new book and his account of the NFL, Jay-Z, and the legacy of his protest.

In “The Mind of Mero,” Mero gets candid about parenting, saving for college, and whether the traditional college path will look different for the next generation. The show also features Hip Hop Jeopardy and Bryson Tiller ticket giveaways, plus a powerful Voices From the Towns conversation with Nike trainer and House of Zeus founder Zeus Epolite.

Zeus previews the House Party Wellness Festival, a Black-centered celebration of fitness, music, mental health, community, and Black-owned vendors. He explains how the event brings culture into wellness through R&B yoga, empowerment Pilates, live-choir training, therapy and breathwork resources, competition, and community connection. The crew also talks training discipline, body confidence, and the impact of creating a fitness space that feels authentic to New York culture.

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>

Mornings with Mero | Mero on Parenting, Money Moves & Building a Black Wellness Movement | 9-18-26

On this episode of Mornings with Mero, Mero, Mia Belle, Kaz, Shani Kulture, and DJ Kast One bring the Tri-State a high-energy mix of New York headlines, relationship talk, pop culture, and listener-driven conversation. The crew recaps Monday Night Lights at Hidden Tiger, where fans, friends, and special guests came out for football, drinks, and classic Mornings with Mero energy.

Mia Belle breaks down the widespread airport disruption that affected major Northeast airports after an air-traffic-control data circuit failed and a construction-related cable cut impacted the backup system. The team also discusses Kimora Lee Simmons’ new documentary, her reflections on Tyra Banks’ warnings about Russell Simmons, and the larger conversation around protecting young women in entertainment.

For Trauma Bonding Tuesday, callers share childhood decisions their parents made that had unexpected consequences—from moving between countries and losing a sense of community to relocating for “better schools” and finding themselves in more difficult situations. The crew also tackles the MTA’s proposed $800 million subway audio-system overhaul, reacts to DJ Khaled leaving Drake off his top-five rappers list, and keeps listeners locked in with Joe Koy and Chris Brown/Usher ticket giveaways.

Mornings with Mero | Kimora Lee, DJ Khaled’s Drake Snub & Trauma Bonding Tuesday | 9-22-26

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.

Mornings with Mero | Bronx vs. Brooklyn, Drake’s Next Move & Converse Under Fire | 9-21-26

On this episode of Mornings with Mero, Mero, Mia Belle, Kaz, Shani Kulture, and DJ Kast One bring the Tri-State a lively mix of music, culture, parenting, and real talk. The crew discusses Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour after his onstage comments about Palestine, exploring the role of artists, venues, and public pressure in cultural conversations.

In “The Mind of Mero,” Mero makes the case for bringing back essential real-world skills—from changing a tire and jump-starting a car to handling basic home repairs and tying your shoes. The conversation expands into technology, emergency preparedness, and what it takes to stay ready in a world that increasingly depends on apps and AI.

The team also breaks down Drake’s FOMO visual project, the changing importance of music videos, and whether a modern version of 106 & Park could work today. In Group Therapy, they react to the public conversation between Chingy and his son Isaiah Russell about fatherhood, accountability, and rebuilding family relationships. The episode also features Hip Hop Jeopardy, Bryson Tiller ticket giveaways, and the crew’s signature New York humor.

Mornings with Mero | Mero on Parenting, Money Moves & Building a Black Wellness Movement | 9-18-26

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