The Breakfast Club

Today on The Breakfast Club, Jessica Tarlov on Trump, Political Arguments & Winning Without Losing Friends. And Danielle Brooks Talks New Film, Early Career Struggles, Hollywood, Broadway, Motherhood. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of the Day to FBI Director, Kash Patel For Lowers Hiring Standards To No Longer Disqualify Applicants Who Engaged In Acts Of Bestiality. Listen for more!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Jessica Tarlov on Trump, Political Arguments & Winning Without Losing Friends. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Danielle Brooks Talks New Film, Early Career Struggles, Hollywood, Broadway, Motherhood. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of the Day to FBI Director, Kash Patel For Lowering Hiring Standards To No Longer Disqualify Applicants Who Engaged In Acts Of Bestiality. Listen for more!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Supreme Court rejects President Trump’s effort to restrict mail ballots ahead of the midterms. A family sues a Texas daycare after disturbing surveillance video involving their child. And Boosie fires back at critics after his 60 Minutes appearance over a failed $600,000 pardon deal. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Loren LoRosa reflects on a surreal moment of meeting Jay-Z and Beyoncé and why the experience meant so much beyond the celebrity factor. Seeing their focus on family, loyalty, longevity and staying grounded has Loren thinking differently about her own journey—and whether it’s finally okay to stop, look around and appreciate how far she’s come. Loren also breaks down Jay-Z’s upcoming documentary and his candid reflections on his music, growth and vulnerability, including why he named Rihanna as one of the people he’s most proud to have mentored. Plus, she dives into a powerful conversation featuring Cam Newton about supporting Black women, accountability, vulnerability and the importance of showing up for the people who show up for you. It’s an episode about success, loyalty, faith, family and learning to trust that what’s meant for you is already in you.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Dee-1 Talks Upcoming Album ‘The Shift’, Faith & Righteousness, Podcasting, Yung Miami. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of the Day to A Texas Daycare That is Accused Of Running 'Child Fight Club'. Listen for more!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Dee-1 Talks Upcoming Album ‘The Shift’, Faith & Righteousness, Podcasting, Yung Miami. Listen For More!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of the Day to A Texas Daycare That is Accused Of Running 'Child Fight Club'. Listen for more!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump is doubling down on his $5,000 check promise if Republicans keep control of Congress. Anthropic's CEO is calling for the AI industry to slow down over safety concerns. And the Lindsay Clancy holdout was a Black man in his 30s and now his privacy is under scrutiny. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Dr. Jessica Clemons discusses mental health advocacy, postpartum depression and psychosis, parenthood, and the Lindsay Clancy trial. Montell and Kristin Jordan also talk about their new children’s book, helping kids face their fears, parenting, and parental guilt. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of the Day to Nigerian nationals extradited over online love scams and money laundering. Listen for more!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of the Day to Nigerian nationals extradited over online love scams and money laundering. Listen for more!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Dr. Jessica Clemons Talks Mental Health Advocacy, Postpartum Depression & Psychosis, Parenthood, Lindsay Clancy Trial. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Montell & Kristin Jordan Talk New Children's Book, Kids Facing Their Fears, Parenting & Parental Guilt. Listen For More!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump promises $5,000 checks, a 15-year-old survives overnight on a capsized boat in Alaska, and a new investigation raises questions about smart TVs listening inside your home. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Effect Presents... If You Knew Better with Amber Grimes! In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes welcomes LaShawnda Woodard aka "Mama Durk" for a deeply personal conversation about teen motherhood, grief, trauma, and healing [00:00]. LaShawnda reflects on becoming a young mother [01:44], lessons she later understood from her own mom [03:51], supporting Lil Durk’s music dreams [05:49], and raising each child according to their individual needs [07:01]. She remembers her oldest son D-Thang [09:00], opens up about living with grief after his death [09:55], and shares her struggles with depression and isolation [13:58]. Amber challenges LaShawnda’s self-blame while discussing the importance of community [19:42], before LaShawnda speaks candidly about surviving sexual assault [21:59], encouraging other survivors to speak up and seek help [28:42] as they explore lingering trauma [30:27] and finding language for painful experiences [30:58]. Amber encourages LaShawnda to give herself grace [32:23], examining parenting through pain [32:58], accountability versus blame [33:40], and faith and forgiveness [36:00]. LaShawnda discusses sharing her story through 7220 [37:05] and surviving an attempted assault as a teenager [38:11], while Amber reinforces that survivors are not responsible for the harm done to them [40:56] and encourages her to release the weight she has carried [41:55]. They reflect on how children remember their upbringing differently [45:19], learning to acknowledge the good alongside the mistakes [48:44], and LaShawnda’s final memories with D-Thang [50:55]. The episode closes with a challenge to rediscover joy [53:11], understand how trauma can freeze us in time [56:13], reconnect with community [57:09], and continue the journey toward healing [58:15].  Ask or Share with Amber: [email protected] Follow Amber Grimes on Instagram: @ambergrimes Follow LaShawnda Woodard: @real_mswoo Get Amber's Newsletter on Substack Watch This Episode on Youtube Thursday at 6pm ET  Follow Amber's Book Club Get Amber's Book Club Merch  Read Amber's Favorite Books   O.P. Date: September 8, 2026YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today on The Breakfast Club, Kai Ca$h Talks 'Bars Not Dead.,' Rap Career, Industry Collabs, Signing With DJ Drama, Anxiety, Fasting & Discipline. Beenie Man Talks 'Eminence,' Dancehall Legacy, Love For NY, Headlining 'Wild 'N Out,' Battling Sickle Cell, Friendships. Plus, it’s Friday, so we opened the phone lines for callers to give the People’s Donkey. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Kai Ca$h Talks 'Bars Not Dead.,' Rap Career, Industry Collabs, Signing With DJ Drama, Anxiety, Fasting & Discipline. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Beenie Man Talks 'Eminence,' Dancehall Legacy, Love For NY, Headlining 'Wild 'N Out,' Battling Sickle Cell, Friendships. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani releases 170,000 pages of 9/11 records about the toxic air near Ground Zero. An Anthropic researcher warns AI could wipe out humanity. And the TSA is testing a program that lets people without tickets accompany travelers to the gate. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Zuri Hall On Saying Goodbye To Access Hollywood, Career Journey, Dating Life, Healthy Boundaries. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God Gives Donkey Of The Day To A Couple Who Leaves Their Children Ages 8, 5, & 1 Home Alone To Go Play Pickleball. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Zuri Hall On Saying Goodbye To Access Hollywood, Career Journey, Dating Life, Healthy Boundaries. Listen For More!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlamagne Tha God Gives Donkey Of The Day To A Couple Who Leaves Their Children Ages 8, 5, & 1 Home Alone To Go Play Pickleball. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Loren LoRosa sits down with Sherri Shepherd for a candid conversation about protecting your peace, knowing when to say no, and navigating life when the stakes get higher. Sherri opens up about why she declined to participate in a Wendy Williams documentary, the importance of controlling your own narrative, and what it means to move with integrity when everyone wants a story. The conversation also gets personal as Loren and Sherri talk about love, finding peace at home, intimacy, aging, menopause, faith, career growth, The View, and learning to handle the pressure that comes with having a bigger platform. Plus, Loren reflects on her own journey, fear, faith, and what it means to work smarter—not harder. Sherri Shepherd brings the laughs, honesty, and plenty of real talk to the latest with Loren LoRosa.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canada's $20 billion in retaliatory tariffs take effect. A traveling nurse goes on trial for an LA crash that killed six people. And Lindsay Clancy's mistrial puts new attention on a Black mother's case where key mental-health records were kept from the jury. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Sherri Shepherd Talks 'Angel in the Rubble,' Becoming The First Woman To Play Genie On Broadway's 'Aladdin', Drama & Comedy, Dating. Plus, Charlamagne Gives Donkey Of The Day To Those Of Us Arguing Over The ‘N’ Word. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Sherri Shepherd Talks 'Angel in the Rubble,' Becoming The First Woman To Play Genie On Broadway's 'Aladdin', Drama & Comedy, Dating. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Loren LoRosa sits down with daytime TV icon Sherri Shepherd for a candid conversation about fear, faith, ambition, relationships, and building a career on your own terms. Sherri gets real with Loren about running toward the things that scare you, trusting the path you're on, and protecting your personal life while living in the public eye. Plus, Loren and Deon Cole revisit his late-night “Hey You” DM, relationship boundaries, and why sometimes a simple message can create a whole situation. And before you go, Loren gives you a preview of Part 2, where she and Sherri get into Wendy Williams, the upcoming documentary, and Sherri's experience taking over Wendy's iconic daytime time slot.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Supreme Court deadline hits today in the fight over the Trump administration's mail-in voting rules. A five-year-old girl was left on a Texas daycare bus for two hours in triple-digit heat. And Shonda Rhimes signs on for another five years with Netflix. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, George Clinton Talks P-Funk, Afrofuturism, 50 Years Of Dr. Funkenstein, AI, Prince. Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of The Day to A Man On Parole For Murder Who Threatens To ‘Split Everyone’s Taco’. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, George Clinton Talks P-Funk, Afrofuturism, 50 Years Of Dr. Funkenstein, AI, Prince. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of The Day to A Man On Parole For Murder Who Threatens To ‘Split Everyone’s Taco’. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of this insightful episode with actor, writer, and director Marcus Callender, Loren Lorosa explores the evolution of his creative journey and the inspiration behind his stage production, Spades. Marcus opens up about navigating Hollywood without representation, the importance of betting on yourself, and how real-life experiences shaped the characters and themes in his play. They dive into the cultural significance of theater for Black communities, the need for fresh storytelling, and how stage work allows creators to connect more intimately with audiences. Marcus shares his vision for elevating live theater, building community partnerships, and amplifying authentic voices in entertainment. This episode highlights the challenges and triumphs of independent creativity, emphasizing perseverance, representation, and the power of owning your narrative. Rate, subscribe, comment and share. Follow The Latest With Loren Lorosa on IG @lorenlorosaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everybody is talking about AI right now, but for a lot of small business owners the conversation still feels confusing, overwhelming and a little intimidating. AI strategist, entrepreneur and speaker Cliff Worley joins Mimi Brown on Front Page to break down what tools actually matter, what is hype, which jobs are safest, where Black entrepreneurs have the biggest opportunities right now. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Breakfast Club BEST OF  - JT.K. Kirkland, Arsenio Hall, Jill Scott Interview, Recorded 2025. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode Loren invited Charlamagne Tha God to come on, and speak about their experience on the View the other day, and he gave some inspiring advice to her along with some jokes, check it out.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of 2026 - Jill Scott On Divine Timing, Honesty, Healing + New Album 'To Whom This May Concern'. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of 2026 - T.K. Kirkland Talks New Series 'Lot Patrol', Fatherhood, Modern Dating, Upcoming Shows. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Best of 2026 - Arsenio Hall On Capturing Culture, Breaking Boundaries, Life's Lessons. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Russ on Ego, Independence, Living in the Moment, New Movie. And Dawn Dickson Talks PopCom Controversy; Entrepreneurship, Investing, Owning A Business, Automated Retail. Plus, it’s Friday, so we opened the phone lines for callers to give the People’s Donkey. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Russ on Ego, Independence, Living in the Moment, New Movie. Listen For More!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Dawn Dickson Talks PopCom Controversy; Entrepreneurship, Investing, Owning A Business, Automated Retail  + More  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NeNe Leakes is back—and Loren LoRosa is giving the moment the flowers it deserves. Loren breaks down NeNe’s emotional return to the Real Housewives universe, her undeniable impact on The Real Housewives of Atlanta, and why the OG deserves to be recognized for helping build one of reality TV’s biggest franchises. From her iconic one-liners and unforgettable relationships to the businesses and opportunities reality television has created for women, Loren takes a look at NeNe’s legacy and the evolution of Housewives over the past 20 years. She also gets into NeNe and Porsha Williams’ reunion, the peace that comes with stepping away from the spotlight, protecting that peace when you return, and why some stars simply cannot be replaced. Plus, Loren reflects on the power of Black women turning a television platform into real businesses, wealth, and lasting influence. NeNe is back. The star is in the building—and it’s time to talk about what she built.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says ICE agents could be deployed to polling places this November. The NBA hits the Clippers with a $30 million fine and five lost first-round picks over a Kawhi Leonard salary cap scandal. And Howard University's win over Alabama A&M draws 1.2 million viewers on ABC. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Pusha T, Fam-Lay, & Antonia Dowe Talk Cousinz Festival 2026, Virginia Pride, Clipse Grammy Win, Upcoming Projects. Plus, Charlamagne Gives Donkey of The Day To A Man Who Shoots & Kills His Cousin Over Green Chilli Enchiladas. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Loren LoRosa breaks down her experience at the U.S. Open for HBCU Day and why the tournament has become so much bigger than tennis. From the growing presence of influencers and celebrities to the business happening inside the suites, Loren explores how major sporting events become lifestyle destinations—and whether that comes at the expense of the actual sport. She also talks Black representation in tennis, the cultural impact of stars like Venus, Serena, Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka and Taylor Townsend, and why seeing HBCUs celebrated on such a major stage matters. Plus, Loren gets into the unspoken rules of tennis etiquette and the viral tension between tennis fans and influencers.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Pusha T, Fam-Lay, & Antonia Dowe Talk Cousinz Festival 2026, Virginia Pride, Clipse Grammy Win, Upcoming Projects. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A whistleblower is warning of “potentially catastrophic” problems with a new Postal Service mail-voting system ahead of the midterms. A 20-year-old Haitian college student dies after struggling with his immigration status and an ICE ankle monitor. And Southern California's so-called “butt sniffer” is arrested again. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren takes a deeper look at faith, purpose, discipline, and what it really means to recognize the moment you’re in. Inspired by her conversation with Skilla Baby on his faith journey and the viral prayer from The Breakfast Club, Loren opens up about her own relationship with God, her evolving sense of purpose, and the importance of learning to walk by faith instead of sight. Loren and Taylor also talk about finding God in different ways, overcoming discouragement, trusting the process, and understanding that your purpose may be much bigger than your current circumstances. Plus, Loren breaks down Young Thug’s message about Lil Durk’s ongoing legal battle and why the culture may be experiencing a spiritual shift. And before getting into the latest headlines, Loren shares her excitement for HBCU Live at the U.S. Open, Naomi Osaka’s Allen Iverson tribute, and the growing visibility and support for Black athletes in tennis. Sometimes the moment you’re in is the moment you’ve been waiting for. The question is: are you listening?YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.