Excerpt from HBCU on SI.com - Originally published on 9/11/25 by Kyle Anthony Mosley

Excerpt from EARMILK - Originally published on 9/9/25 by Deaundre Dixon

Houston, TX — Thursday, August 21, 2025 — Merrick Creative, in partnership with Grammy-nominated rapper and entrepreneur Bun B and music industry veteran Jeffrey Sledge, today announced the official launch of Merrick Studios—a culture-forward podcast network rooted in hip hop but built for a broader audience.

Unlike most new podcast networks, Merrick Studios launches with a fully stocked lineup—multiple shows already packed with episodes and marquee guests—along with a creator-first model that makes producing, recording, and promoting podcasts effortless.

Here’s a breakdown of the gear that will make your virtual recordings sound crisp, look polished, and keep you focused on the fun part: the actual conversation.

Excerpt from the Podcast News Daily on August 22, 2025

Excerpt from the Houston Chronicle on August 21, 2025

The network's line-up includes a full slate of shows including the culture-themed 'Unglossy,' with the rapper and entrepreneur as a weekly host.

By Jef Rouner, Contributor

Excerpt from Envert on August 21, 2025

Today, Bun B announced his latest venture. Alongside longtime business partners Merrick Creative, Bun B has launched the podcast network Merrick Studios.

Bun B has stepped into the podcasting world with Merrick Studios, a new audio platform rooted in Hip-Hop and built to elevate authentic voices across culture, music and media.