The Breakfast Club

Is marriage really "for broke women?" 🤔 Loren LoRosa and producer TaylorMade It dives into the viral comments from Mandy B that have the internet debating love, money, and modern relationships. While many dismissed the headline, Loren looks beyond the soundbite to explore the trauma, hyper-independence, and personal experiences that may have shaped Mandy's perspective. From prenups and protecting your assets to finding true partnership, Loren shares her own evolving views on marriage, relationships, and what it means to prepare for a healthy union. She also opens up about personal growth, faith, and why she's intentionally working on becoming the best version of herself before saying "I do." Is marriage about love, business, or both? Tune in as Loren and Taylor unpack one of the biggest relationship debates on the internet.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Earn Your Leisure Talks 'Invest Fest' '26, The Future of AI, Jaÿ - z Yankee Stadium, Black Entrepreneurship. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of The Day to A Florida Man Who Got Caught With ‘Whizzinator’ In Back Seat Of Police Car. 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 Florida Man Who Got Caught With ‘Whizzinator’ In Back Seat Of Police Car. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Earn Your Leisure Talks 'Invest Fest' '26, The Future of AI, Jaÿ - z Yankee Stadium, Black Entrepreneurship. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nolan Xavier Wells was laid to rest yesterday in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Reverend Al Sharpton and Tyler Perry are offering a combined one-hundred-thousand-dollar reward for information that leads to an arrest. Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello has been suspended for one game after a hot mic caught her calling Angel Reese "a protected species." And Taylor Farms has expanded its voluntary iceberg lettuce recall to twenty-seven states, including Marketside brand salads sold at Walmart. Here is what to look for and what to throw out. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren shares a much-needed weekend reset with family before diving into one of the biggest conversations in sports. She breaks down the controversy surrounding Angel Reese after Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello's "protected species" comment, why the backlash matters, and the larger conversation about how Black women continue to be treated in sports and beyond. Plus, Wendy Williams celebrates her birthday and the anniversary of The Wendy Williams Show with a rare public appearance. Loren reflects on Wendy's lasting impact on media, her ongoing conservatorship battle, and why fans are hopeful after seeing her looking healthy and in good spirits.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Bun B Talks "Ridin' Dirty" 30th Anniversary Concert, Trill Burgers, Family, Jay-Z, Staying Humble. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of The Day to A Florida Man Who Livestreams Crime Scene After Fatally Sh00ting The Victim 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 Florida Man Who Livestreams Crime Scene After Fatally Sh00ting The Victim Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast club, Bun B Talks "Ridin' Dirty" 30th Anniversary Concert, Trill Burgers, Family, Jay-Z, Staying Humble. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump sits down with Mimi Brown on the day of Nolan Xavier Wells' funeral. He shares how the family is holding up, breaks down the latest in the investigation into how Nolan died on Horn Island, and reveals what his team is hoping the cell phone evidence, dispatch audio, and independent autopsy will finally answer. Plus, updates on three more of the cases Crump is currently fighting, the police killing of nineteen-year-old Kadir Skinner in Wilmington, the death of Daniel Erving, and the latest on Kohen Wiley. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren sits down with nationally certified ASL interpreter, accessibility advocate, and entrepreneur Shyanne Atkins for a conversation that goes far beyond the viral clips from Essence Festival. Shyanne shares her journey into the profession, why Black ASL interpreters are still underrepresented, and what it really takes to interpret concerts, festivals, and live events. From translating hip-hop lyrics in real time to explaining the teamwork behind those unforgettable viral performances, she gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at a career many people don't fully understand. The conversation also explores accessibility, cultural representation, pay equity, mentorship, and why creating inclusive experiences for the Deaf community is about much more than checking a box.  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Terrence Crawford Talk Retirement, Family, Boxing Career, Canelo Alvarez, Shakur Stevenson, Dein Haney, Ryan Garcia. And T.K. Kirkland Talks New Series 'Lot Patrol', Fatherhood, Modern Dating, Upcoming Shows. 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.

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, 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.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Terrence Crawford Talk Retirement, Family, Boxing Career, Canelo Alvarez, Shakur Stevenson, Dein Haney, Ryan Garcia. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new Paramount shareholder lawsuit claims the Ellisons paid President Trump thirty-six million dollars and agreed to get rid of CNN anchors he doesn't like to help get their Warner Bros. Merger approved. A man got past security at the Today show, went looking for Al Roker, then lunged at Craig Melvin while shouting a racial slur. And R. Kelly is asking President Trump to shorten his thirty-year prison sentence. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, John Morgan Talks 'Life is Luck,' Career Journey, Johnnie Cochran, Rival Lawyers, James Dolan. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God Gives Donkey of The Day To Chuck Schumer Who Farts On The Senate Floor. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlamagne Tha God Gives Donkey of The Day To Chuck Schumer Who Farts On The Senate Floor. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, John Morgan Talks 'Life is Luck,' Career Journey, Johnnie Cochran, Rival Lawyers, James Dolan. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Loren opens up about a recent Bible study that challenged one of the most common sayings in faith: "What's meant for you is for you." She reflects on career growth, learning to trust God's direction, overcoming a scarcity mindset, and why not every opportunity is meant to be accepted. Then, she brings exclusive updates from Jay-Z's historic Yankee Stadium run, confirming whether the delayed final show will result in fines after thousands of fans rushed the gates. Plus, she breaks down the massive streaming surge for Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint, and explains why Jay-Z's run may not be over just yet.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A parasitic infection called cyclospora is sweeping thirty-four states and causing severe, watery, explosive diarrhea. Nearly seven thousand people are sick. Here is what you need to wash, peel, and watch for. Plus, for the first time in U.S. history, women over forty are having more babies than teenagers. Family medicine and longevity expert Dr. Noelle Reid joins Mimi Brown to break down what is behind the shift and what women in their late thirties and early forties need to know. And rapper Boosie is fighting to get three hundred thousand dollars back from two notorious Washington fraudsters who claimed they could get him a pardon from President Trump. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was Foxy Brown really at Jay-Z's historic Yankee Stadium shows? Loren breaks down the rumors after hearing from Memphis Bleek, shares why she believes Foxy deserves her flowers, and explains why a surprise appearance would've been one of the biggest moments in hip-hop this year. Then, Loren celebrates the newly released TIME100 Creators List, highlighting creators making major moves—including Alandria, Drewski, and more. She explains why Alandria's post-Love Island career is a masterclass in branding, strategy, and building long-term success, while reflecting on her own creator journey and aspirations.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Earth, Wind & Fire Talks 'Sing A Song All Night' Tour, Maurice White, Music Legacy, Longevity. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God Gives Donkey of The Day To A Florida Man For Performing Sexual Act With A Vacuum Cleaner. 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 Florida Man For Performing Sexual Act With A Vacuum Cleaner. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Earth, Wind & Fire Talks 'Sing A Song All Night' Tour, Maurice White, Music Legacy, Longevity. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley Etienne, former senior advisor to President Obama, President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, joins Mimi Brown for a round of political hot topics. Lindsey Graham's sister just got appointed to his Senate seat with zero experience. Democrats still don't have a midterm message, even in an affordability crisis. Trump is set to address the nation Thursday night; Ashley tells us what to listen for and why the war in Iran is his biggest headache. Plus, her viral Essence op-ed, "The Party We Built. The Bill Has Come Due," on why the Democratic Party invests only one percent of its money back into Black communities, and what we need to demand next. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After surviving one of the biggest weekends in New York, Loren LoRosa is finally catching her breath—and she's got plenty to unpack. This week, Loren takes listeners behind the scenes of the now-infamous Jay-Z Yankee Stadium concerts, revealing what it was like to be inside the security chaos, why the third show nearly got canceled, and how Roc Nation leadership worked to keep thousands of fans safe. She also breaks down the latest reports about whether Jay-Z will face fines for the delayed performance and shares exclusive firsthand details from inside the stadium. Plus, Loren celebrates the newly announced Daytime Emmy nominations, highlighting standout nominees including The View, Tamron Hall, Sherri Shepherd, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, and more. She explains why Sherri Shepherd's nomination is such a powerful full-circle moment following the cancellation of her daytime show—and why Loren is manifesting her own Emmy future. To kick things off, Loren shares a personal lesson about burnout, the importance of rest, and how taking time to recharge completely changed her mindset after an exhausting work weekend.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Memphis Bleek Talks Jay-z's Yankee Stadium Shows, Roc Nation, Dame Dash, Music Industry Then Vs. Now. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God Gives Donkey of The Day To A Woman Who Murders A Pregnant Lash Tech Over $15 Dispute. 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 Woman Who Murders A Pregnant Lash Tech Over $15 Dispute. Listen for more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Memphis Bleek Talks Jay-z's Yankee Stadium Shows, Roc Nation, Dame Dash, Music Industry Then Vs. Now. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Attorneys for Kadir Skinner, the nineteen-year-old shot in the back by Wilmington Police —release bystander video showing him handcuffed and alive on the ground with no medical attention. Rapper Boosie is fighting to get three hundred thousand dollars back from a Washington lobbying firm after a Trump pardon he was told had been signed never came. And Netflix,  the company that killed cable is now looking to bring it back with live channels, bundles, and a possible Letterboxd deal. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Loren is back with an unforgettable firsthand recap of Jay-Z's historic three-night takeover at Yankee Stadium. From celebrating Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint to the star-studded "Extra Innings" finale, she breaks down everything she witnessed—including the massive crowds, security delays, and why Jay-Z made the decision to delay the show for fans' safety. Plus, Loren shares her favorite moments from the weekend, including surprise appearances from Beyoncé, Blue Ivy, Nas, Eminem, Teyana Taylor, Slick Rick, Jadakiss, and more. She also reflects on hip-hop history, Jay-Z's incredible legacy, and what it felt like to witness one of the biggest concert events New York has ever seen. Special guest TaylorMade It and B. Dot joins the conversation to discuss the cultural impact of the performances, behind-the-scenes stories from the exclusive afterparty, and why this weekend proved Jay-Z's influence is unlike anyone else's.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Tierra Whack Talks "WHACK'S MUSEUM" BET Awards '26; Lauryn Hill, Career Journey & Goals , Rapsody, Missy Elliott, Connecting With Beyonce. And Richelieu Dennis Talks 31st ESSENCE Festival of Culture, Teyana Taylor & The Aunties, Black Owned Brands,Caroline Wanga. Plus, Charlamagne decided to 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, Richelieu Dennis Talks 31st ESSENCE Festival of Culture, Teyana Taylor & The Aunties, Black Owned Brands,Caroline Wanga. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlamagne decided to 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, Tierra Whack Talks "WHACK'S MUSEUM" BET Awards '26; Lauryn Hill, Career Journey & Goals , Rapsody, Missy Elliott, Connecting With Beyonce. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Crump has stepped in to represent the family of Nolan Wells the eighteen-year-old football player found dead on a Mississippi barrier island. The family has commissioned an independent autopsy, and claims text messages have been deleted from his phone. Karmelo Anthony's new legal team drops a sixty-three-page motion for a new trial citing secret courtroom deals, closed doors, and a ten-minute decision that shaped his defense. And 50 Cent gets three Emmy nominations for his Diddy documentary and he is NOT being humble about it. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Michael Rubin Talks Fanatics Fest 2026, White Party, Robert Kraft, Karl-Anthony Towns, Sports, Community And Business. 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.

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, Michael Rubin Talks Fanatics Fest 2026, White Party, Robert Kraft, Karl-Anthony Towns, Sports, Community And Business. Listen For More!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Loren LoRosa is back in the studio after an unforgettable run through BET Awards weekend, Essence Festival, and exclusive interviews—and she's reflecting on the inspiration she's bringing into this next chapter. Then, Loren dives into the biggest stories making headlines: -The Cheetah Girls are officially returning! Raven-Symoné announces The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen, and Loren explains why the franchise means so much to an entire generation. -Pour Minds takes over Club Shay Shay. Loren breaks down Lex and Drea's viral interview with Shannon Sharpe, from their inspiring podcast journey to the conversations about dating standards, money, and building a successful brand. -The Daphne Joy debate. Loren reacts to the discussion surrounding double standards women face in media, why Black women are often judged differently, and the online backlash that followed. As always, Loren mixes pop culture with thoughtful commentary, sharing personal insights on purpose, ambition, boundaries, and what it really means to build something from the ground up.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The White House just opened its own gas stations, twenty-five of them, all selling gas at three forty-seven a gallon. Former NFL star and ESPN analyst Marcellus Wiley has been arrested for domestic violence, and his wife has filed for divorce. And Jay-Z kicks off a historic three-night run at Yankee Stadium tonight  with ticket prices falling days before showtime. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Mara Brock Akil talks The Revelation of Dionne Daphne, Forever Season 2, protecting your energy, healing from trauma, and parenthood. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of the Day to a man charged with arson after allegedly cutting off his genitals and setting them on fire. Listen for more!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, Mara Brock Akil Talks 'The Revelation of Dionne Daphne,' 'Forever' S2' Protecting Your Energy, Healing From Trauma, Parenthood. 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 charged with arson after allegedly cutting off his genitals and setting them on fire. Listen for more!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FIFA has opened an investigation after IShowSpeed was targeted with a racist remark by a fan at the World Cup. Trump Accounts officially launched on July 4th and every eligible baby is getting a thousand dollars from the government to start. And the Treasury Department confirms Harriet Tubman is off the twenty-dollar bill. Again. From the Black Effect Podcast Network.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Breakfast Club, YG talks THE GENTLEMEN'S CLUB, vulnerability, his evolution, L.A. street politics, and grief. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of the Day to India Love after she blocked traffic to film a TikTok video. Listen for more!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today on The Breakfast Club, YG Talks 'THE GENTLEMEN'S CLUB,' Vulnerability, Evolution, L.A. Street Politics, Grief. Listen For More!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mental health isn't just something to think about in times of crisis—it's something we should prioritize every day. In this special live episode from Essence Festival 2026, Loren LoRosa sits down with Dr. Mimi, psychiatrist, entrepreneur, Married to Medicine star, and mental health advocate, for an honest conversation about therapy, stress, burnout, boundaries, and protecting your peace. Together they discuss: Why preventative mental health care matters How to know when stress is becoming something more Finding the right therapist (and why it's okay if the first one isn't the right fit) Setting healthy boundaries without guilt Breaking the stigma surrounding therapy in the Black community Managing anxiety caused by the news and social media Practical ways to check in with yourself every day YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.