On this edition of Mornings with Mero, Mero, Mia Belle, Kaz, DJ Kast One, and Shani Kulture bring the Tri-State a high-energy mix of hip-hop conversation, headlines, listener interaction, and unfiltered cultural debate. The crew talks technology and parenting as Mero shares how he stayed connected for his children’s first day of school, then breaks down the conversations surrounding Kanye West, Kid Cudi, Peter Rosenberg, accountability, public controversy, and redemption.

The show also explores celebrity news and media business, including Mark Curry’s concerns about compensation and credits tied to a major music documentary. In Group Therapy, the team discusses Fat Joe, Mark Lamont Hill, identity, language, and the responsibility that comes with using derogatory terms. Plus, listeners get a chance to win during Hip Hop Jeopardy, along with the humor, debate, and unmistakable New York energy that make Mornings with Mero must-watch HOT 97 TV.

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>