I start this episode with a personal update on the tragic passing of my coworker Jen Nguyen, who died by suicide. I share how it’s affected me and why this hit hard.

Then we get into Diddy, who was reportedly offered a plea deal. I explain why I think he should take it—even though I believe the case is weak and full of BS. I compare it to R. Kelly’s flimsy federal trial, and how Diddy already lost the people because his swinging lifestyle is seen by many as demonic.

We also talk about Shedeur Sanders dropping to the 5th round (pick 144) in the NFL Draft. I break down why I think racism played a role and how people tend to hate the confident, cocky Black man. While Shedeur didn’t help himself with his interviews or skipping the combine, I still think his talent and tape should’ve covered for that. I also give props to his father, Deion Sanders, and what he's done in college football—putting Shedeur, Shilo, Travis Hunter, and Jimmy Horn into the league.

Lastly, I touch on Shannon Sharpe and the recent MeToo-style allegation against him. With him stepping back from ESPN, I share why I think this might be a shakedown. Yes, he bears some responsibility, but the public reaction—especially around the age gap—shows how quick people are to take a moral stand.

This episode is about how society has become polarized and obsessed with morality. Diddy, Shedeur, and Shannon Sharpe are seen as immoral by some and victims of the system by others. It’s complicated.

In this episode, I'm diving into the recent drama surrounding Jess Hilarious, the co-host of The Breakfast Club. After returning from maternity leave, Jess went live on Instagram on March 18, 2025, to air out her frustrations with her co-hosts, Charlamagne Tha God and DJ Envy, accusing them of not defending her against online criticism and of not offering enough support regarding changes on the show. Jess also expressed her shock and frustration over Loren LoRosa, who had been filling in during her leave and remained on as a guest host even after Jess’s return.

On March 19, 2025, Jess confronted her co-hosts on air, clarifying that her issues weren’t solely with Loren, but with how the situation was handled by the Breakfast Club team. She also addressed rumors about her being fired, stressing that no official confirmation had been made about her job status.

Tune in as i break this down.

In this episode, we start with a rave review of James by Percival Everett. This novel, a brilliant reimagining of Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from Jim's perspective, absolutely blew me away. It’s a five-star read in my book, and I believe more people should pick it up.

We then briefly touch on the movie American Fiction, which is based on Everett's 2001 novel Erasure. The film adaptation dives into the complexities of race and identity, much like the novel, and is worth checking out.

Lastly, I react to a thought-provoking clip from a speaker who argues that men today are better providers than ever before. I dive into how the skyrocketing cost of living has made it harder for people to provide for their families, acknowledging that it’s a tough road—one that’s harder today than it was in the past.

Tune in for this mix of book talk, movie insights, and an honest discussion about the challenges of modern life!