The Latest with Loren LoRosa

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Replay: From Black-ish to Boss Status_ Marsai Martin on Leadership, Legacy & Owning Your May 25, 2026

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In this special live episode of The Latest with Loren Lorosa, recorded at Howard University, Loren sits down with Marsai Martin — award-winning actress, producer, and Hollywood’s youngest executive producer — for a powerful conversation on creativity, culture, and purpose. Best known for her breakout role on Black-ish and her groundbreaking work behind the camera, Marsai opens up about navigating fame at a young age, understanding her identity, and the importance of representation in media.

She discusses the art of building a trustworthy team, embracing the journey rather than rushing success, and the unique responsibility of being a young Black creator in Hollywood. Marsai and Loren dive into the realities of leadership, self-awareness, brand building, and how to stay grounded while making history in the entertainment industry. The episode wraps with Marsai offering candid advice to emerging creatives on self-marketing, staying authentic, and carving out their own lane in an evolving cultural and digital landscape.

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K. Michelle EXPOSES RHOA Drama & Netflix Makes History with The Breakfast Club May 22, 2026

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This week on The Latest with Loren Lorosa, K. Michelle is speaking OUT about the drama surrounding The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Loren breaks down K. Michelle’s explosive claims about Porsha Williams, alleged behind-the-scenes plotting, reality TV manipulation, and the emotional toll the rumors have had on her family. From the viral oyster scene to accusations of self-producing storylines, this RHOA feud is only heating up.

Plus, Loren shares huge career news as The Breakfast Club prepares to go LIVE on Netflix starting June 1st, including behind-the-scenes access fans have never seen before. She also opens up about leaving TMZ, betting on herself, building Brown Girl Grinding, and how faith changed the trajectory of her career.

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Chelsea Handler Speaks Out, Kevin Hart Stays Quiet & Quinta Brunson Revives Betty Boop May 21, 2026

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Loren LoRosa is back with another episode of The Latest, diving into all the pop culture conversations shaking the room right now. This episode, Loren opens up about family visiting, adulting, home dreams, and officially entering her “auntie era.”

Then the hot topics kick off: Chelsea Handler is going viral after calling out racist jokes from a recent comedy roast, and Loren breaks down why the conversation around Kevin Hart, comedy culture, and accountability is still heating up online.

Plus, Quinta Brunson is stepping into her Hollywood mogul era with a brand-new Betty Boop movie — and Loren explains the powerful Black history behind the iconic cartoon character that many people never learned about. From Baby Esther to modern Hollywood, this story runs deep.

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“Don’t Let Them Trick You Out Your Spot” | Loren Lorosa on Faith, Failure & Finding Your Purpose May 20, 2026

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This episode hits different. Loren Lorosa takes us inside a conversation from the Women of Wisdom 2026 Conference in Paterson, where she opens up about burnout, hustle culture, mental health, and learning how to rest without guilt.

Hosted by Dr. Yvonne Harvey Williams and comedian Griff, the conference also featured appearances from singer and actor Rotimi and First Lady Dr. Karri Bryant, all centered around conversations about mind, body, soul, and reset.

Loren gets real about the origin of Brown Girl Grinding, being told she “wasn’t marketable” in Hollywood, surviving rejection, juggling side jobs, and building her career from the ground up. She also shares honest reflections on protecting your energy, handling insecurity, staying grounded, and why mastering your emotions can save your future.

The episode also touches on Mental Health Awareness Month, purpose, self-worth, community, and why success isn’t always about money. Plus, Loren shares gems about resilience, accountability, and refusing to let people “trick you out your spot.”

If you’ve ever felt burned out, overlooked, or stuck between chasing your dreams and protecting your peace, this episode is for you.

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Reality TV or Real Trauma? Porsha Williams x K. Michelle — Breaking Down the Drama May 19, 2026

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The girls are fighting BAD on this episode of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, and everybody has an opinion. Loren breaks down the viral drama between Porsha Williams and K. Michelle after that tense oyster moment had social media going crazy.

Was Porsha throwing shade? Did K. Michelle take it personally because of past trauma? Or are we watching reality TV storylines being built in real time? Loren dives into the tweets, interviews, behind the scenes context, and why this whole situation has fans completely divided.

Plus, thoughts on reality TV friendships, production manipulation, Housewives politics, and why Atlanta still carries the franchise culture conversation.

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Issa Rae’s Insecure Rewind Podcast ‘Block Party’ + Building Your Foundation & Remembering Your Why May 18, 2026

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On this episode of The Latest with Loren Lorosa a behind-the-scenes grind check-in about Mondays as a fresh start, emphasizing the importance of building a strong foundation through discipline, honesty, accountability, and remembering your original “why,” especially while navigating growth pains as a first-generation success story. Loren then shifts to Issa Rae and the impact of Insecure, and discusses Issa’s new rewatch podcast “Blocc Party” with Prentice Penny, which revisits key moments and behind-the-scenes stories 10 years later. Loren highlights revelations from the first episode, plus Issa’s intentional casting choices for two dark-skinned female leads and non-celebrity “real people.

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From The Chi to Real Life: Lena Waithe on Black Love, Healing & Community May 15, 2026

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On this episode of The Latest with Loren LaRosa, Laura takes listeners inside an exclusive conversation celebrating the final season of the hit TV show The Chi. From unforgettable character arcs to powerful conversations around Black family dynamics, love, healing, friendship, masculinity, and community, creator Lena Waithe breaks down the heart behind one of television’s most impactful series.

The episode dives into fan-favorite storylines, the evolution of Emmett, Jada, Keisha, Papa, and more, while reflecting on how The Chi gave depth, humanity, and grace to stories often overlooked on screen. Laura also highlights the emotional farewell to the series and why this final season means so much for Black television culture.

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Boundaries, Backlash & Bullet Holes (George Floyd Roast Backlash, Rihanna’s Scary Home Shooting) May 14, 2026

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On this episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren gets personal about the pressure of growth, building a team, and learning how to delegate without guilt while balancing life, business, and The Breakfast Club.

Then, Loren breaks down the terrifying new details revealed by Rihanna and A$AP Rocky about the shooting incident at their California home involving an alleged mentally ill fan.

Plus, the backlash surrounding the controversial Kevin Hart roast continues as comedians react to jokes made about George Floyd. Loren discusses responses from Lil Rel Howery and Tiffany Haddish, and shares her thoughts on where comedy crosses the line.

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That Joke Went Too Far” | George Floyd’s Brother Terrence Floyd Responds May 13, 2026

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On this episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa, Loren sits down with Terrence Floyd, brother of George Floyd, for an emotional and honest conversation following the controversial joke made during Kevin Hart Roast.

Terrence shares why the joke deeply impacted their family, how it affects George Floyd’s daughter Gianna, and why he believes comedy should never come at the expense of tragedy and loss. He also addresses whether Kevin Hart, Tony Hinchcliffe, and Netflix should have handled the moment differently.

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Kendrick’s Missing Music and Kevin Hart’s Unfiltered Roast May 12, 2026

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This episode of The Latest with Loren LoRosa is PACKED. Loren breaks down the mystery surrounding Kendrick Lamar’s GNX album disappearing from streaming platforms and why fans were sounding the alarm after “Not Like Us” vanished from YouTube. Is it a glitch… or something bigger connected to the ongoing drama with Drake?

Then, Loren dives into the viral Kevin Hart Roast and the internet’s heated reaction to comedians going ALL the way there. From Sheryl Underwood responding to brutal jokes, to controversial moments from Tony Hinchcliffe and Dwayne Johnson, Loren asks: is raw comedy officially back?

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