7PM in Brooklyn with Carmelo Anthony

J. Cole, Grammy-nominated rapper, producer, and Dreamville founder, recalls nearly choosing pro basketball and what hoops taught his craft. He addresses rumors around Drake, Kendrick, and a perceived JAY-Z diss. He also discusses the making of The Fall Off, creative standards, and how collaborations sharpened his versatility.

The guys are back in full form. Melo, Mero, and Kaz open with March Madness, breaking down sleepers, contenders, and why this tournament feels wide open this year. Melo gives his pick to win it all and shares what he looks for in teams built for a run. Melo gets into Kiyan’s freshman season, what he liked, what needs work, and how the next phase of his development is already being approached. The guys debate the 65 game rule as well as the potential NBA expansion that looks to be happening soon. Mero and Kaz talk joining Hot 97 with Morning with Mero, the importance of New York radio, and what it means to represent the city on that level. The crew also discuss the string of Jay-Z shows that were announced , touch on Hov's legacy and what a 2026 version of Jay looks like. Then it gets fun. The crew builds out a hood movie bracket and debates what really deserves to be called the greatest hood film of all time, with strong opinions, classic moments, and a champion crowned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aldis Hodge joins pulls up to Red Hook to tap in with 7PM in Brooklyn. He talks about stepping into his lead actor era with Cross, how he thinks about navigating Hollywood, the pressure of being number one on the call sheet, and why mentality matters just as much as talent. Aldis also opens up about fatherhood, peace, purpose, and how his daughter changed the way he sees himself and the world around him. The conversation also gets into Black Panther, Chadwick Boseman’s legacy, and the weight that comes with even being mentioned in that conversation. On top of that, Aldis breaks down the physical demands of action roles and training for movies like Black Adam and Road House 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shakur Stevenson joins 7PM in Brooklyn for a wide-ranging conversation about boxing, discipline, legacy, and why he believes nobody in the sport is on his level. He talks about his win over Teofimo Lopez at Madison Square Garden, whether a fight with Gervonta “Tank” Davis will ever happen, the rivalry with Devin Haney, and how he sees himself in the current boxing landscape. Shakur also opens up about the discipline it takes to prepare at the highest level, what he learned from mentors like Floyd Mayweather, Bud Crawford, and Andre Ward, and why he is already thinking about life after boxing. On top of that, he breaks down the politics of the sport, belt fees, why boxing needs a union, and what has to change for fans to get more of the fights they actually want. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Siddiq returned to 7PM in Brooklyn to address unfinished business from his last appearance and the fallout from the viral Katt Williams episode.Ali explains why he did not appreciate his interview being led with the Katt clip, how it felt watching the rollout unfold, and responds to some of the comments and insinuations made during Katt’s time on the show.What follows is a real and unfiltered conversation. Ali, Melo, and Kaz speak their peace. They work through the tension in the room, unpack accountability, and how narratives get shaped in today’s media.Beyond that moment, Ali stands firm on building his career independently. From being one of the most streamed comics in the world to rejecting the traditional machine model, he opens up about Netflix turning down his specials, owning his platform, protecting his integrity, and why legacy matters more than industry validation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wood Harris, veteran actor known for roles in Above the Rim, The Wire and Paid in Full, reflects on a 30-year career shaped by basketball and grit. He recounts how hooping won him roles, filming The Wire in authentic Baltimore, pressure acting with Denzel Washington, Tupac’s influence on Above the Rim, and a life-changing turning point after being kicked out of school.

DeMarcus Cousins, dominant scoring center and Olympic gold medalist, joins for candid locker-room stories from Team USA. He and Melo reminisce about nearly pairing up in New Orleans. They also unpack how NBA narratives and labels stick to players, and name teams to watch after the All Star break.

Michael Vick sits down with the 7PM in Brooklyn crew to reflect on one of the most unique careers in football history. From becoming the first Black quarterback drafted No. 1 overall to redefining how the position is played, Vick explains how the game changed and how he had to evolve with it. He also opens up about his second act in the NFL, what it took mentally to come back after everything he went through, and how those experiences shaped the way he leads at Norfolk State today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Starks sits down with Carmelo Anthony and Kazeem Famuyide for a Knickscast. He breaks down the dunk, what it was like guarding Michael Jordan, earning the trust of Patrick Ewing, and why those 90s teams were built on toughness and pride. Plus Knicks alumni night stories, player-only meetings, and what separated playing for New York from any other city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From what longevity looks like for The LOX to how he thinks about MC craft vs modern standards, Styles P keeps it one hundred the whole way through. He gets into the Drake ghostwriting debate, why MC and rapper are not the same thing, and how artists like J Cole and Kendrick Lamar still represent the craft today. A real cultural conversation from someone who has lived every era of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices