On today’s Morning Hustle, the conversation heated up with three major stories dominating headlines. First, CBS has canceled The Late Show with Stephen Colbert — set to end in May 2026 — after the host called the network’s $16 million settlement with former President Trump a "big fat bribe." Though CBS cited financial losses as the cause, many, including late-night peers and politicians, suspect political motives tied to Paramount's pending merger and regulatory pressure. This marks a significant moment in the decline of traditional late-night TV and raises questions about media independence. 

Next, Congress abruptly recessed early, avoiding a crucial vote on the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Critics argue that the GOP left town rather than confront mounting calls — including a subpoena by a House subcommittee — to compel DOJ transparency. Finally, fans of Tyler Perry’s hit show Sistas got an insider’s scoop in a fireside chat with Crystal Hayslett and Devale Ellis, who teased what viewers can expect in Season 9 of the beloved series. 

Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle 

On today&rsquo;s Morning Hustle, the conversation heated up with three major stories dominating headlines. First, CBS has canceled The Late Show with Stephen Colbert &mdash; set to end in May 2026 &mdash; after the host called the network&rsquo;s $16 million settlement with former President Trump a "big fat bribe." Though CBS cited financial losses as the cause, many, including late-night peers and politicians, suspect political motives tied to Paramount's pending merger and regulatory pressure. This marks a significant moment in the decline of traditional late-night TV and raises questions about media independence.&nbsp;
Next, Congress abruptly recessed early, avoiding a crucial vote on the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Critics argue that the GOP left town rather than confront mounting calls &mdash; including a subpoena by a House subcommittee &mdash; to compel DOJ transparency. Finally, fans of Tyler Perry&rsquo;s hit show Sistas got an insider&rsquo;s scoop in a fireside chat with Crystal Hayslett and Devale Ellis, who teased what viewers can expect in Season 9 of the beloved series.&nbsp;
Website: <a href="https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle">https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle</a>&nbsp;

Yep, It's Finally Here! THE MORNING HUSTLE podcast w/ Lore’l and Kyle Santillian is the freshest program in broadcast with an entertaining, humorous, and informative take on urban pop culture from the Millennial and Generation Z point of view, meant to wake its audience to the beat of today's Hip Hop. The show offers listeners the unique chemistry of the hosts providing a rare authenticity and transparency that connects with the audience's lifestyle.

Yep, It's Finally Here! THE MORNING HUSTLE podcast w/ Lore’l and Kyle Santillian is the freshest program in broadcast with an entertaining, humorous, and informative take on urban pop culture from the Millennial and Generation Z point of view, meant to wake its audience to the beat of today's Hip Hop. The show offers listeners the unique chemistry of the hosts providing a rare authenticity and transparency that connects with the audience's lifestyle.

The Morning Hustle Podcast

Yep, It's Finally Here! THE MORNING HUSTLE podcast is the freshest program in broadcast with an entertaining, humorous, and informative take on urban pop culture from the Millennial and Generation Z point of view, meant to wake its audience to the beat of today's Hip Hop. The show offers listeners the unique chemistry of the hosts providing a rare authenticity and transparency that connects with the audience's lifestyle.

Yep, It's Finally Here! THE MORNING HUSTLE podcast is the freshest program in broadcast with an entertaining, humorous, and informative take on urban pop culture from the Millennial and Generation Z point of view, meant to wake its audience to the beat of today's Hip Hop. The show offers listeners the unique chemistry of the hosts providing a rare authenticity and transparency that connects with the audience's lifestyle.

The Morning Hustle

FULL EP | The Late Show with Stephen Colbert Being Canceled; Congress Goes on Vacation Just in Time to Not Vote on Epstein File Release; Cast of “Sistas” Crystal Hayslett and Devale Ellis Joins TMH; and MORE  

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This episode bursts open with Tasha K stepping into the studio and immediately shaking the table, unpacking receipts, calling out misinformation, and explaining why she vets every story before it hits her platform. She details why she refuses certain interviews—like Fantasia’s father—when she believes the intent is harmful rather than honest. Tasha also opens up about her relationships with celebrities, revealing private dynamics while still drawing lines she won’t cross, especially around children and undisclosed health matters. That boundary becomes important as the team digs into Ray J’s recent behavior online, with Tasha confirming that while people assume he’s trolling, he does indeed have real health concerns—something she won’t publicly define, but insists he has shared on his own terms. 

From there, the episode shifts into iconic territory as Spike Lee joins the Morning Hustle crew to celebrate the 38th anniversary of School Daze. He reflects on the film’s legacy, the pushback he initially faced from HBCUs, and how the movie ultimately became a cultural staple that inspired generations to attend Black colleges. Spike also discusses acting in his earlier films due to budget constraints, the evolution of his filmmaking, and his excitement about a potential School Daze Broadway adaptation in the future. Packed with candid conversation, cultural commentary, and plenty of laughs, this episode blends tea, history, artistry, and community in true Morning Hustle fashion. 

Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle 

This episode bursts open with Tasha K stepping into the studio and&nbsp;immediately&nbsp;shaking the table, unpacking receipts, calling out misinformation, and explaining why she vets every story before it hits her platform. She details why she refuses certain interviews&mdash;like Fantasia&rsquo;s father&mdash;when she believes the intent is harmful rather than honest. Tasha also&nbsp;opens up&nbsp;about her relationships with celebrities, revealing private dynamics while still drawing lines she&nbsp;won&rsquo;t&nbsp;cross, especially around children and undisclosed health matters. That boundary becomes important as the team digs into Ray J&rsquo;s recent behavior online, with Tasha confirming that while people assume&nbsp;he&rsquo;s&nbsp;trolling, he does indeed have real health concerns&mdash;something she&nbsp;won&rsquo;t&nbsp;publicly&nbsp;define, but&nbsp;insists he has shared on his own terms.&nbsp;
From there, the episode shifts into iconic territory as Spike Lee joins the Morning Hustle crew to celebrate the 38th anniversary of&nbsp;School Daze. He&nbsp;reflects on&nbsp;the film&rsquo;s legacy, the pushback he initially faced from HBCUs, and how the movie&nbsp;ultimately became&nbsp;a cultural staple that inspired generations to attend Black colleges. Spike also discusses acting in his earlier films due to budget constraints, the evolution of his filmmaking, and his excitement about a potential&nbsp;School Daze&nbsp;Broadway adaptation in the future. Packed with candid conversation, cultural commentary, and plenty of laughs, this episode blends tea, history, artistry, and community in true Morning Hustle fashion.&nbsp;
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle">https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle</a>&nbsp;

FULL EP | Tasha K joins TMH spilling tea everywhere; Legendary movie director Spike Lee celebrates Thirty-eight years of “School Daze;” Ray J does have health concerns and not trolling; and More  

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This episode of The Morning Hustle jumps straight into the cultural conversation as Lore’l breaks down Halle Berry’s unapologetic revelation that she’s done faking orgasms to protect men’s egos, sparking a lively debate about honesty, confidence, and emotional maturity in relationships. From there, the show shifts into industry drama as T.I. continues his escalating back‑and‑forth with 50 Cent, dropping yet another diss track that even the hosts admit has gone on long enough. His lyrical skill is acknowledged, but the crew questions whether the feud needs to keep being revived. The episode also touches on a tragic college incident involving Lincoln University sprinter Anita Jackson, adding weight to the conversation as the hosts discuss self‑defense, domestic conflict, and how quickly young lives can unravel. 

The energy pivots when Lore’l reveals this year’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees, with listeners learning that Wu‑Tang Clan, Lauryn Hill, Mariah Carey, Sade, New Edition, and more are all on the ballot — which surprises the hosts, who assumed legends like Hill and Carey were already inducted. This sparks a deeper conversation about the Hall’s complicated history with Black artists and the ongoing debate about who “belongs” in the rock space. The show closes with a mix of humor, relationship confessions, and callers chiming in on the quirky behaviors that unexpectedly make someone more attractive, all while the Hustle crew brings their signature blend of comedy, commentary, and cultural insight. 

Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle 

This episode of&nbsp;The Morning Hustle&nbsp;jumps straight into the cultural conversation as&nbsp;Lore&rsquo;l&nbsp;breaks down Halle Berry&rsquo;s unapologetic revelation that&nbsp;she&rsquo;s&nbsp;done faking orgasms to protect men&rsquo;s egos, sparking a lively debate about honesty, confidence, and emotional maturity in relationships. From there, the show shifts into industry drama as T.I. continues his escalating back‑and‑forth with 50 Cent, dropping yet another diss track that even the hosts admit has gone on long enough. His lyrical skill is acknowledged, but the crew questions whether the feud needs to keep being revived. The episode also touches on a tragic college incident involving Lincoln University sprinter Anita Jackson, adding weight to the conversation as the hosts discuss self‑defense, domestic conflict, and how quickly young lives can unravel.&nbsp;
The energy pivots when&nbsp;Lore&rsquo;l&nbsp;reveals this year&rsquo;s Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame nominees, with listeners learning that&nbsp;Wu‑Tang Clan,&nbsp;Lauryn Hill,&nbsp;Mariah Carey,&nbsp;Sade,&nbsp;New Edition, and more are all on the ballot &mdash; which surprises the hosts, who assumed legends like Hill and Carey were already inducted. This sparks a deeper conversation about the Hall&rsquo;s complicated history with Black artists and the ongoing debate about who &ldquo;belongs&rdquo; in the rock space. The show closes with a mix of humor, relationship confessions, and callers chiming in on the quirky behaviors that unexpectedly make someone more attractive, all while the Hustle crew brings their signature blend of comedy, commentary, and cultural insight.&nbsp;
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle">https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle</a>&nbsp;

FULL EP | Halle Berry no longer faking to make men feel good; T.I. continues his tirade against 50 Cent; Wu-Tang, Lauryn Hill, and more up for Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame; and More

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This episode launches with a punch as The Morning Hustle dives into the dramatic arrest of a staff member at billionaire Michael Rubin’s Hollywood Hills estate after hidden‑camera footage allegedly captured her stealing over $130,000 from his safe—a theft police believe had been ongoing for nearly a year. The crew then unpacks the messy, multi‑layered feud between 50 Cent and T.I., which recently took a surprising turn when 50 pulled Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles, into the crossfire by mocking her after she publicly defended T.I.’s wife, Tiny Harris. The feud has escalated across diss tracks, deleted Instagram posts, and viral fan reactions, turning what began as a Verzuz disagreement into a full‑blown, multigenerational internet spectacle.  

The conversation shifts into politics as the team breaks down former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris’ recent comments suggesting she might run for president again in 2028. In interviews promoting her memoir 107 Days, Harris admitted she hasn’t ruled out a comeback bid and continues to hint at a future run while reflecting on her 2024 loss and her ongoing commitment to public service. 

Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle 

This episode launches with a punch as The Morning Hustle dives into the dramatic arrest of a staff member at billionaire Michael Rubin&rsquo;s Hollywood Hills estate after hidden‑camera footage allegedly captured her stealing over $130,000 from his safe&mdash;a theft police believe had been ongoing for&nbsp;nearly a&nbsp;year. The crew then unpacks the messy, multi‑layered feud between&nbsp;50 Cent&nbsp;and&nbsp;T.I., which recently took a surprising turn when 50 pulled Beyonc&eacute;&rsquo;s mother,&nbsp;Tina Knowles, into the crossfire by mocking her after she publicly defended T.I.&rsquo;s wife, Tiny Harris. The feud has escalated across diss tracks,&nbsp;deleted&nbsp;Instagram posts, and viral fan reactions, turning what began as a Verzuz disagreement into a full‑blown, multigenerational internet spectacle.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The conversation shifts into politics as the team breaks down former U.S. Vice President&nbsp;Kamala Harris&rsquo;&nbsp;recent comments suggesting she&nbsp;might&nbsp;run for president again in 2028. In interviews promoting her memoir&nbsp;107 Days, Harris admitted she&nbsp;hasn&rsquo;t&nbsp;ruled out a comeback bid and continues to hint at a future run while reflecting on her 2024 loss and her ongoing commitment to public service.&nbsp;
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle">https://www.urban1podcasts.com/the-morning-hustle</a>&nbsp;

FULL EP | Michael Rubin robbed by staff member; 50 Cent drags Ms. Tina Knowles into his T.I. beef; Former US VP Kamala Harris speculates of running for president again; and More

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/78a347aa-3282-4ac5-837c-a72300032082/clips/f9d22d0c-89b7-4c03-9068-b3fc0131eaeb/transcript

FULL EP | The Late Show with Stephen Colbert Being Canceled; Congress Goes on Vacation Just in Time to Not Vote on Epstein File Release; Cast of “Sistas” Crystal Hayslett and Devale Ellis Joins TMH; and MORE

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