The 2026 midterm elections brought some major surprises, and Loren LoRosa is breaking it all down! From Democrats celebrating historic victories to Donald Trump's reaction and Nicki Minaj's unwavering support for him, Loren gets into the biggest moments shaking up the political landscape.

Plus, Loren takes us behind the scenes of election night coverage with Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, Andrew Gillum, and Fat Joe, who had plenty to say about the economy and why the streets are struggling. She also celebrates Keisha Lance Bottoms' historic victory and gets personal about why this election felt different, the everyday struggles Americans are facing, and what real change needs to look like moving forward.

The 2026 midterm elections brought some major surprises, and Loren LoRosa is breaking it all down! From Democrats celebrating historic victories to Donald Trump's reaction and Nicki Minaj's unwavering support for him, Loren gets into the biggest moments shaking up the political landscape.
Plus, Loren takes us behind the scenes of election night coverage with Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, Andrew Gillum, and Fat Joe, who had plenty to say about the economy and why the streets are struggling. She also celebrates Keisha Lance Bottoms' historic victory and gets personal about why this election felt different, the everyday struggles Americans are facing, and what real change needs to look like moving forward.

The People Have Spoken! 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/4855e5aa-2d25-46e8-92c6-b4f80140a6cb/transcript

It's Election Day, and Loren LoRosa is reminding everyone why voting should be a tradition, not an option! Loren reflects on how her mother instilled the importance of voting in her from a young age, her weekend at the HBCU showdown between Delaware State and Norfolk State, and joining The Breakfast Club and Native Land Pod for election night coverage.

Then, Loren gets into the heated conversation surrounding Cardi B and Don't Call Me White Girl's comments about colorism in the entertainment industry. Is Cardi's success about privilege, hard work, or a little bit of both? Loren shares her own experiences as a brown-skinned woman navigating the industry and explains why both sides of the conversation deserve to be heard.

It's Election Day, and Loren LoRosa is reminding everyone why voting should be a tradition, not an option! Loren reflects on how her mother instilled the importance of voting in her from a young age, her weekend at the HBCU showdown between Delaware State and Norfolk State, and joining The Breakfast Club and Native Land Pod for election night coverage.
Then, Loren gets into the heated conversation surrounding Cardi B and Don't Call Me White Girl's comments about colorism in the entertainment industry. Is Cardi's success about privilege, hard work, or a little bit of both? Loren shares her own experiences as a brown-skinned woman navigating the industry and explains why both sides of the conversation deserve to be heard.

 Cardi B, Colorism & Why Every Vote Matters

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/1bf40bbb-c875-4f63-b92e-b4f70130aa4e/transcript

Love Lately with Loren LoRosa is a love letter to women navigating sex, relationships, and their overall wellness in real life. Loren is joined by Married to Medicine’s Dr. Contessa Metcalfe for honest conversations, plenty of laughs, and the facts we need to protect our hearts and our health. The season kicks off with special guest, singer and songwriter, Ciara!

Love Lately premieres October 6 with new episodes every other week on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Brought to you by Gilead Sciences.

---------------------------------------------------------------

Follow Our Hosts: 

Loren LoRosa: @lorenlorosa

Dr. Contessa Metcalfe: @drcontessa

 

Love Lately with Loren LoRosa is a love letter to women navigating sex, relationships, and their overall wellness in real life. Loren is joined by Married to Medicine&rsquo;s Dr. Contessa Metcalfe for honest conversations, plenty of laughs, and the facts we need to protect our hearts and our health. The season kicks off with special guest, singer and songwriter, Ciara!
Love Lately premieres October 6 with new episodes every other week on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Brought to you by Gilead Sciences.
---------------------------------------------------------------
Follow Our Hosts:&nbsp;
Loren LoRosa: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lorenlorosa/?hl=en">lorenlorosa</a>
Dr. Contessa Metcalfe: @<a href="https://www.instagram.com/drcontessa/?hl=en">drcontessa</a>
&nbsp;

Introducing: Love Lately with Loren LoRosa

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/4f294074-a936-4e31-822f-b4d0012950b9/transcript

Loren LoRosa sits down with Ashley Allison, owner of The Root and CNN political commentator, for a powerful conversation about ownership, purpose, and knowing your worth. Ashley opens up about the journey to acquiring one of the most influential Black media platforms, the pressure of being a Black woman in media, and why protecting your peace is just as important as chasing success.

From building generational wealth and navigating the changing media landscape to overcoming rock bottom and learning to move without apology, Loren and Ashley get real about what it takes to build something of your own while staying true to yourself. Plus, Ashley shares what's next for The Root and why she's just getting started.

Loren LoRosa sits down with Ashley Allison, owner of The Root and CNN political commentator, for a powerful conversation about ownership, purpose, and knowing your worth. Ashley opens up about the journey to acquiring one of the most influential Black media platforms, the pressure of being a Black woman in media, and why protecting your peace is just as important as chasing success.
From building generational wealth and navigating the changing media landscape to overcoming rock bottom and learning to move without apology, Loren and Ashley get real about what it takes to build something of your own while staying true to yourself. Plus, Ashley shares what's next for The Root and why she's just getting started.

Ashley Allison on Owning The Root, Knowing Your Worth & Moving Without Apology

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/d8b194fc-6106-47bb-8a3c-b4f60148a426/transcript

In Part 2 of her conversation with the National Urban League, Loren LoRosa gets real about the pressure to go viral, maintaining journalistic integrity, and knowing when success no longer aligns with who you are.

Loren shares lessons from her time at TMZ and The Breakfast Club, including navigating powerful executives, learning to trust her voice, and understanding why numbers don't always tell the whole story. She also talks about bringing Gen Z back into real-life communities, building meaningful connections, and using your platform to create actual change.

Plus, Loren takes us behind the scenes of The Breakfast Club's live show in Philadelphia and shares her excitement for an HBCU reunion weekend.

It's a conversation about growth, influence, community, and remembering who you are while chasing where you want to go.

In Part 2 of her conversation with the National Urban League, Loren LoRosa gets real about the pressure to go viral, maintaining journalistic integrity, and knowing when success no longer aligns with who you are.
Loren shares lessons from her time at TMZ and The Breakfast Club, including navigating powerful executives, learning to trust her voice, and understanding why numbers don't always tell the whole story. She also talks about bringing Gen Z back into real-life communities, building meaningful connections, and using your platform to create actual change.
Plus, Loren takes us behind the scenes of The Breakfast Club's live show in Philadelphia and shares her excitement for an HBCU reunion weekend.
It's a conversation about growth, influence, community, and remembering who you are while chasing where you want to go.

Everybody Wants to Go Viral, But At What Cost? | Loren LoRosa

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/ee444f27-7a3f-4913-9783-b4f3010a6069/transcript

In this special episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren takes us inside her keynote speech at the National Urban League's Leadership Brunch in New York City. From growing up in Wilmington, Delaware, to chasing big dreams in Los Angeles, facing setbacks, and eventually finding her place at The Breakfast Club, Loren gets personal about the journey that shaped her.

She opens up about the power of speaking up, knowing your worth, protecting your vision, and understanding that sometimes what feels like failure is actually preparation for something greater. Plus, Loren reflects on how faith, discipline, and life's unexpected turns helped her discover the bigger purpose behind her platform.

In this special episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren takes us inside her keynote speech at the National Urban League's Leadership Brunch in New York City. From growing up in Wilmington, Delaware, to chasing big dreams in Los Angeles, facing setbacks, and eventually finding her place at The Breakfast Club, Loren gets personal about the journey that shaped her.
She opens up about the power of speaking up, knowing your worth, protecting your vision, and understanding that sometimes what feels like failure is actually preparation for something greater. Plus, Loren reflects on how faith, discipline, and life's unexpected turns helped her discover the bigger purpose behind her platform.

Setback Was Actually the Set Up! (Loren keynote speech at the National Urban League's Leadership Brunch)

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/9d68dc41-00a6-4735-89a0-b4f201269cbf/transcript

On this episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren is back with an exclusive update on 3-year-old soccer sensation Nevada, whose viral controversy at a Florida soccer league has now caught the attention of Jay-Z and Roc Nation. Loren reveals how Roc Nation is stepping up to create a major opportunity for the young athlete and what could be next for his future.

Plus, Kim Kardashian is opening up in her new biography, Citizen Kim, about her complicated relationship with Kanye West, the challenges of co-parenting, and the secret household code she uses to protect their children from negative headlines. Loren breaks down the revelations and shares her thoughts on family, forgiveness, and protecting your peace in the public eye.

On this episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren is back with an exclusive update on 3-year-old soccer sensation Nevada, whose viral controversy at a Florida soccer league has now caught the attention of Jay-Z and Roc Nation. Loren reveals how Roc Nation is stepping up to create a major opportunity for the young athlete and what could be next for his future.
Plus, Kim Kardashian is opening up in her new biography, Citizen Kim, about her complicated relationship with Kanye West, the challenges of co-parenting, and the secret household code she uses to protect their children from negative headlines. Loren breaks down the revelations and shares her thoughts on family, forgiveness, and protecting your peace in the public eye.

When the Tables Turn! (Jay-Z & Roc Nation Make a Power Move + Kim Kardashian's new book

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/a917a8ba-bbbf-47db-9011-b4f1012a21c4/transcript

Jay-Z is headed to the Super Bowl, but Loren LoRosa thinks there's more to the story! On this episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren breaks down the clues leading up to the big announcement, from Jay-Z's Roots Picnic freestyle and anniversary concerts to rumors of a new album. She also questions how one of the most calculated artists in the industry allowed such a major announcement to leak. Plus, Loren takes us behind the scenes as The Breakfast Club prepares to head to Philadelphia for One Philly HBCU Week. Is Jay-Z planning something even bigger for 2027, or is there more happening behind the scenes than we realize?

Jay-Z is headed to the Super Bowl, but Loren LoRosa thinks there's more to the story! On this episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren breaks down the clues leading up to the big announcement, from Jay-Z's Roots Picnic freestyle and anniversary concerts to rumors of a new album. She also questions how one of the most calculated artists in the industry allowed such a major announcement to leak. Plus, Loren takes us behind the scenes as The Breakfast Club prepares to head to Philadelphia for One Philly HBCU Week. Is Jay-Z planning something even bigger for 2027, or is there more happening behind the scenes than we realize?

Jay-Z's Super Bowl Secret Is Out, But Something Isn't Adding Up!

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/b2ce3c85-e2fc-40e1-8355-b4f0012aa92c/transcript

On this episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren sits down for an exclusive conversation with Martasia Griffin, the mother of viral 3-year-old soccer sensation Nevada, after police were called during one of his soccer games. Martasia shares her side of what happened, why she believes her son's talent made him a target, and how the incident left him afraid to return to the field. She also discusses the possibility of legal action and the bigger conversation surrounding race, parenting, and allowing children to shine without being forced to dim their light.

On this episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren sits down for an exclusive conversation with Martasia Griffin, the mother of viral 3-year-old soccer sensation Nevada, after police were called during one of his soccer games. Martasia shares her side of what happened, why she believes her son's talent made him a target, and how the incident left him afraid to return to the field. She also discusses the possibility of legal action and the bigger conversation surrounding race, parenting, and allowing children to shine without being forced to dim their light.

Too Good to Play? A 3-Year-Old's Talent Sparks Outrage

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/2426bf0c-bee8-47e3-9449-b4ef00ddce16/transcript

Loren LoRosa sits down with actor and entertainer Jason Weaver — known for his roles in ATL and as the singing voice of young Simba in The Lion King — for a candid conversation that goes way beyond the highlight reel. They open up about the anxiety that comes with being a provider in uncertain times, why it's okay to feel uneasy even when things are going well, and how pressing forward through the doubt is what signals to the universe you're ready. Jason breaks down the real reason an ATL sequel hasn't happened yet, what it would take to make it a reality, and why Black creatives need ownership over their intellectual properties. Plus, he reveals his brand new late night talk show Leave It to Weaver, launching this summer with 85 South — and why he believes now is exactly the right time to bring that Arsenio Hall energy back. This one's for the culture.

Loren LoRosa sits down with actor and entertainer Jason Weaver &mdash; known for his roles in ATL and as the singing voice of young Simba in The Lion King &mdash; for a candid conversation that goes way beyond the highlight reel. They open up about the anxiety that comes with being a provider in uncertain times, why it's okay to feel uneasy even when things are going well, and how pressing forward through the doubt is what signals to the universe you're ready. Jason breaks down the real reason an ATL sequel hasn't happened yet, what it would take to make it a reality, and why Black creatives need ownership over their intellectual properties. Plus, he reveals his brand new late night talk show Leave It to Weaver, launching this summer with 85 South &mdash; and why he believes now is exactly the right time to bring that Arsenio Hall energy back. This one's for the culture.

Replay: Still Standing: Jason Weaver on Resilience, ATL, and What's Next

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/8493ad84-20b5-4236-badd-b4ec010bd692/transcript

In today’s media everyone’s posting, everyone’s sharing, but who’s really vetting news while moving culture forward in a engaging and impactful way? “The Latest with Loren LoRosa” a daily trending topic break down features exclusive celebrity news, breaking news and convos about the newest pop culture show & destination for the culture.

In today&rsquo;s media everyone&rsquo;s posting, everyone&rsquo;s sharing, but who&rsquo;s really vetting news while moving culture forward in a engaging and impactful way? &ldquo;The Latest with Loren LoRosa&rdquo; a daily trending topic break down features exclusive celebrity news, breaking news and convos about the newest pop culture show &amp; destination for the culture.

The Latest with Loren LoRosa

Social links:

Follow the podcast:

393 clip(s)