Essential Ebro Laura Rosenberg

Ebro, Laura Stylez & Rosenberg are back like they never left! Essential Ebro Laura Rosenberg is an audio and video podcast featuring the best moments from the daily Ebro, Laura & Rosenberg show. Each episode highlights standout interviews, cultural conversations, music discussions, and unfiltered commentary that capture the energy and perspective fans expect from the trio. Designed for on-demand and streaming audiences, the series delivers the most impactful and entertaining segments in one essential, easy-to-watch and listen experience.

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  Episode #118

  Angie Nixon Wins Florida Primary + Snowfall’s New Spinoff + Mamdani’s Free Childcare | Essential ELR 8.19.26

  Aug 19, 202631 min

  The episode opens with a very New York problem after an oversized truck gets stuck in the Lincoln Tunnel and creates a 90-minute backup. Ebro, Laura and Rosenberg imagine the horror of realizing one mistake has ruined thousands of commuters’ mornings before the conversation turns to speeding cameras, congestion pricing and the growing number of ways New York drivers get hit with fines. Rahsaan then reveals he got booted that morning over unpaid tickets, leading to a breakdown of late fees, boot-removal costs and the Pay or Dispute app. A listener who drives for UPS calls in with his own truck nightmare. After renting a large U-Haul while moving from Brooklyn to Queens, he accidentally ends up on the Grand Central Parkway and stops before a low overpass, leaving hundreds of cars trapped behind him. Another truck driver eventually walks up and helps guide him safely through. The story also gives Ebro a chance to explain the history surrounding Robert Moses and the low parkway bridges that have long been associated with limiting bus access to New York beaches. The political conversation centers on Angie Nixon winning Florida’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary. Ebro highlights Nixon’s community organizing and recalls her opening a bookstore stocked with books that had been removed from Florida schools. The hosts are excited about her victory over establishment-backed Alexander Vindman but immediately focus on the bigger question: Can progressive and Democratic socialist candidates translate primary enthusiasm into general-election wins? They argue that activating young, Black and Latino voters may be more important than continuing to rely on establishment candidates who have also struggled electorally. During The Rundown, Laura announces the 2026 Camp Flog Gnaw lineup, including Tyler, the Creator, Future, Don Toliver, Earl Sweatshirt, Isaiah Rashad, Lupe Fiasco and Leon Thomas. The announcement leads to jokes that Tyler borrowed the festival formula from Rosenberg’s old PeterPalooza events, where Odd Future regularly appeared and one edition even featured an outdoor lot with carnival rides. Rosenberg admits he would like to finally attend Camp Flog Gnaw, although the current lineup alone is not enough to get him on a flight to Los Angeles. The crew then reacts to the trailer for The Drop , the new series continuing the Snowfall universe with Wanda Bell and Leon Simmons. Ebro is immediately pulled in by the late-'80s Los Angeles setting and scenes that remind him of his childhood, while Rosenberg says his biggest concern will be whether the show gets the music and hip-hop culture of the era right. They are encouraged by the involvement of artists including Buddy and the storyline’s focus on the transition from the drug economy into the emerging West Coast rap business. The episode closes with another round of what the hosts jokingly call “Mamdani glazing.” They discuss Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s first Parents’ Night Out program, which reportedly offered New York City parents four hours of free childcare. The hosts celebrate stories of couples getting their first date night in years and single parents finally getting a break, while rejecting criticism over taxpayer funding. They argue that the program gives families a direct benefit from their taxes, can strengthen connections between parents, teachers and communities, and even puts money back into local businesses when parents go out. Chapters: (00:00:00) Ebro, Laura and Rosenberg open with an oversized truck causing chaos in the Lincoln Tunnel. (00:01:40) The crew imagines what it feels like to realize your truck has shut down a major New York commute. (00:03:35) Ebro explains how one tunnel backup spreads traffic problems across the entire region. (00:05:40) Rosenberg reveals he received two speeding-camera tickets for going 41 mph in a 30 mph zone. (00:07:15) The hosts debate New York’s speed cameras, congestion pricing and whether fines are really about safety. (00:08:10) Rahsaan reveals his car was booted that morning over unpaid tickets. (00:09:20) The crew breaks down boot fees, late penalties and New York’s Pay or Dispute app. (00:10:10) A UPS driver calls in with his own disastrous truck story. (00:11:20) The caller realizes his 12-foot U-Haul is approaching a low Grand Central Parkway overpass. (00:12:25) Hundreds of cars pile up behind him as he refuses to risk destroying the truck. (00:13:00) Ebro explains the controversial history of Robert Moses and New York’s low parkway bridges. (00:13:55) An experienced trucker walks up and guides the caller safely through the overpass. (00:15:05) The conversation turns to Angie Nixon winning Florida’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary. (00:15:40) Ebro recalls Nixon’s work fighting Florida book removals and supporting Black history. (00:16:30) The hosts ask whether progressive primary winners can also win general elections. (00:17:30) King Louie explains why Nixon’s victory over Alexander Vindman surprised political observers. (00:18:35) The crew debates the electability of Democratic socialist candidates outside New York City. (00:19:20) Ebro argues that activating young, Black and Latino voters could change close elections. (00:20:15) The Rundown begins with Tyler, the Creator’s Camp Flog Gnaw 2026 lineup. (00:20:50) The hosts joke that Camp Flog Gnaw borrowed from Rosenberg’s PeterPalooza formula. (00:22:20) Rosenberg decides whether the lineup is strong enough to get him to Los Angeles. (00:23:15) Laura introduces the trailer for The Drop , the new series continuing the Snowfall story. (00:25:45) Ebro says scenes from the trailer immediately remind him of his childhood. (00:26:20) Rosenberg worries about whether the show will accurately recreate late-'80s hip-hop. (00:27:25) Mayor Mamdani’s Parents’ Night Out gives New York families four hours of free childcare. (00:28:20) The hosts react to parents getting their first date night or free evening in years. (00:29:10) The crew argues the program could strengthen relationships between teachers, parents and communities. (00:29:55) Ebro and Laura push back on complaints about taxpayer dollars funding free childcare.   ----------------------------- Experience the Culture: Catch Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg, and the rest of the network 24/7 on the Amplified Voices TV app: amplifiedvoices.com/download Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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  Episode #117

  Jason Arday, Racism in Academia + Bad Bunny Reaches Legendary Status | Essential ELR 8.18.26

  Aug 18, 202630 min

  The show opens with a serious discussion about the death of former Cambridge professor Jason Arday and the plagiarism allegations that preceded his resignation. Ebro, Laura and Rosenberg focus less on adjudicating the allegations themselves and more on what they describe as the disproportionate media scrutiny surrounding Arday, particularly after the university that awarded his doctorate reportedly cleared him of wrongdoing. They argue that the intensity of the coverage cannot be separated from race, especially given that one of the figures publicly challenging Arday had promoted openly racist ideas about Black achievement. The conversation expands into a broader discussion of racism, anti-DEI politics and how Black people in elite institutions are scrutinized. Rosenberg compares the coverage of Arday with allegations involving white academics that he says received far less attention, while Ebro argues that constant attacks on Black accomplishment are designed to make marginalized people question whether they belong in certain spaces. They also discuss how political figures and wealthy influencers have helped spread anti-DEI and right-wing messaging beyond the United States. From there, the hosts examine how social-media algorithms can amplify racial division. Rosenberg describes seeing fight videos on X that repeatedly frame Black and white people against one another, followed by openly racist comments and suspicious accounts. The crew questions how much of this content is being intentionally promoted by bots, engagement systems or political actors and encourages listeners to think more critically about why certain posts are being placed in front of them. During The Rundown, Laura reports that Usher + Chris Brown have added more dates to their stadium tour. Rosenberg admits he underestimated the demand after previously questioning whether the pairing could fill stadiums, while Ebro praises the show as a massive production built around both artists’ singing, dancing, staging and spectacle. The conversation then moves to Bruno Mars, whose current run Ebro is attending for Isa’s 12th birthday, and Olivia Dean, whose music has become a favorite in Ebro’s household and was the setting for Selasi’s first concert. The final major topic is Bad Bunny, who is returning to Puerto Rico for two more shows after taking Debí Tirar Más Fotos around the world. The hosts marvel at the longevity of the album cycle and argue that his sustained global success represents a level of stardom that the words “legend” and “rock star” should actually be reserved for. Ebro emphasizes that Bad Bunny has reached the highest tier of worldwide performers while largely working in Spanish and notes the significance of making fans travel to Puerto Rico rather than building the run around U.S. tour dates. The episode closes with Rosenberg remembering Bad Bunny’s early rise and his own initial skepticism before acknowledging how far the artist has gone. The hosts compare his trajectory with the highest levels of global stars including Michael Jackson, Madonna and Bruce Springsteen, while also reminiscing about Bad Bunny performing “Booker T” the night Rosenberg won the WWE 24/7 Championship. Chapters: (00:00:00) Ebro, Laura + Rosenberg open the show and introduce the Jason Arday story. (00:00:45) The crew hears a breakdown of Arday’s resignation, plagiarism allegations + intense media scrutiny. (00:02:25) Rosenberg focuses on the disproportionality of the coverage surrounding Arday. (00:03:05) The hosts discuss the openly racist views attributed to one of Arday’s prominent critics. (00:03:40) Rosenberg connects the story to racism faced by Black people in elite British institutions. (00:04:15) The conversation turns to Arday’s death, mental health + the pressure created by relentless public scrutiny. (00:05:00) Ebro argues that the media frenzy cannot be explained by plagiarism allegations alone. (00:06:10) Anti-DEI politics + right-wing movements spreading internationally become part of the discussion. (00:07:15) Laura notes that other professors accused of more serious misconduct received far less coverage. (00:07:35) Ebro discusses how attacks on Black achievement can make marginalized people question whether they belong. (00:09:55) The crew examines the argument that Barack Obama somehow caused racial division simply by existing as a Black president. (00:11:15) Rosenberg describes racial fight videos repeatedly appearing in his X algorithm. (00:12:20) The hosts discuss racist comments, bots + AI-generated accounts amplifying divisive content. (00:13:10) The Jason Arday discussion closes with a warning to think critically about what algorithms are feeding users. (00:15:05) The Rundown begins with Usher + Chris Brown adding more stadium tour dates. (00:15:40) Ebro praises the Usher + Chris Brown show as a top-tier production. (00:16:55) Rosenberg admits he underestimated how much stadium demand the tour would generate. (00:17:30) Ebro reveals he is taking Isa to Bruno Mars for her 12th birthday. (00:17:45) The hosts debate whether Bruno Mars’ current era feels quieter despite strong ticket sales + music. (00:18:45) Olivia Dean enters the conversation after selling out multiple Madison Square Garden shows. (00:20:00) Ebro reveals Olivia Dean was Selasi’s first concert. (00:20:50) Ebro describes Selasi’s love of live music + the family becoming Olivia Dean fans. (00:21:45) Bad Bunny announces two more Puerto Rico shows. (00:22:35) The crew realizes how long the Debí Tirar Más Fotos album era has lasted. (00:23:20) Ebro explains why truly massive artists can spend years touring a single album. (00:24:50) The hosts argue that Bad Bunny has entered a genuine legendary global tier. (00:25:30) King Lou notes that Bad Bunny’s run made fans travel to Puerto Rico instead of relying on U.S. dates. (00:26:20) Rosenberg remembers initially doubting Bad Bunny during his early career. (00:26:55) The crew debates what “rock star” + “GOAT” should actually mean. (00:27:25) Ebro marvels at audiences in Japan singing Bad Bunny’s Spanish-language songs word for word. (00:27:50) Rosenberg remembers Bad Bunny performing “Booker T” the night he won the WWE 24/7 Championship.   ----------------------------- Experience the Culture: Catch Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg, and the rest of the network 24/7 on the Amplified Voices TV app: amplifiedvoices.com/download Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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  Episode #116

  Rosenberg’s Vacation Parenting Drama + Ebro Gets Confronted in His Own Gym | Essential ELR 8.17.26

  Aug 17, 202633 min

  Peter Rosenberg returns from vacation and recaps a deliberately low-key family trip to an all-inclusive resort in Mexico. He explains why doing almost nothing felt like the point of the vacation, especially with Natalie and Maya able to relax without schedules, cooking or constant planning. The conversation turns into a funny breakdown of the “all-inclusive hustle,” including itemized zero-dollar bills designed to encourage bigger tips and the resort’s attempt to lure them into a timeshare presentation with discounted perks. Rosenberg then shares an awkward parenting moment from the resort. While talking with a fan about wrestling, he watches the man’s older daughter repeatedly refuse to give Maya her bucket back. Rosenberg eventually has to step in himself before getting the father’s attention by joking that his daughter is “playing the heel.” That leads Ebro and Laura into their own stories about mediating conflicts between young children and the uncomfortable moment when a parent who likes the show is also the parent of the kid giving your child a hard time. Ebro follows with a much stranger confrontation from his own building gym. While briefly taking a work call, a couple approaches him from across the nearly empty gym, demands that he get off the phone and continues hovering over him while he tries to gather his things. The argument escalates when the man asks Ebro, “What are you gonna do about it?” and begins playing music from his phone while Ebro is still on the call. Building management later reviews the footage and tells the couple they owe Ebro an apology. The hosts debate why some neighbors feel compelled to police other residents over relatively minor rules and whether race, entitlement or simply aggressive personalities could have played a role in the incident. Rosenberg shares a similar experience with someone repeatedly complaining after his elderly dog Bear had an accident outside his building. The conversation expands into condo and co-op rules, delivery policies and the unavoidable weirdness of sharing residential spaces with strangers. Throughout the episode, Rosenberg and Ebro compare how parenthood has changed what they notice and prioritize. Whether it is Maya’s toys at the pool, Selasi on the playground or Isa defending herself when she was younger, the hosts agree that parents eventually have to step in and mediate conflicts rather than expecting very young children to navigate everything themselves. The show closes with Ebro wondering what will happen the next time he encounters the couple from the gym. Rather than avoiding them, he says he plans to calmly remind them that building management told them to apologize. The Gurus are pushed to the next episode as the crew reminds listeners to send emails, voice notes and videos for Family Friday. Chapters: (00:00:00) Rosenberg returns from vacation and recaps his relaxing family trip to Mexico. (00:01:45) The hosts debate whether vacations should be about doing activities or doing absolutely nothing. (00:02:40) Rosenberg discovers the psychological tipping hustle at an all-inclusive resort. (00:05:45) The resort tries to get Rosenberg and Natalie into a timeshare presentation. (00:07:15) Rosenberg explains why he prefers not being recognized while relaxing at a resort. (00:09:25) A fan approaches Rosenberg while his daughter is playing near Maya. (00:10:25) Rosenberg watches the fan’s older daughter repeatedly refuse to return Maya’s bucket. (00:11:20) Rosenberg finally steps in and uses wrestling language to get the father’s attention. (00:12:15) Ebro explains when parents need to mediate conflicts between young children. (00:13:15) Laura recalls an awkward encounter with the mother of a girl who had been pushing Kenza. (00:14:55) Rosenberg describes teaching Maya to share after a similar situation with a younger child. (00:16:00) Ebro reveals that he was confronted by a couple in his building gym. (00:17:15) The couple hovers over Ebro and demands that he immediately end his phone call. (00:18:55) The confrontation escalates when the man begins playing music from his phone. (00:19:15) Ebro reports the incident to the building staff. (00:20:00) Building management reviews the footage and says the couple owes Ebro an apology. (00:20:25) Ebro explains why the encounter briefly felt like a setup. (00:21:45) The hosts question why brand-new residents would try to personally enforce building rules. (00:24:10) Rosenberg shares his own bizarre confrontation involving his elderly dog Bear. (00:26:25) The hosts discuss how uncomfortable it is to have conflict with people who live in your building. (00:28:20) Ebro reveals the man twice asked, “What are you gonna do about it?” (00:29:35) Ebro explains why that comment made him report the incident as a threat. (00:30:15) Condo rules and a new food-delivery policy become the next neighbor debate. (00:31:00) Ebro says he is looking forward to asking the couple for his apology. (00:32:05) The Gurus are pushed to tomorrow and listeners are invited to join Family Friday.   ----------------------------- Experience the Culture: Catch Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg, and the rest of the network 24/7 on the Amplified Voices TV app: amplifiedvoices.com/download Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #115

  Family Friday: Joe + Donell Jones Verzuz, ENVSN Fest + Isa’s Big Game | Essential ELR 8.14.26

  Aug 14, 202634 min

  Family Friday opens with Ebro and Laura thanking Jasmine Brand, Rob Markman and Vic Mensa for appearing during the week while Peter Rosenberg remains away until Monday. Ebro then shares the recent death of his cousin Nooni and a very Ebro-style story about receiving the news while doing something that immediately reminded him of his cousin. That launches a funny but sincere conversation about synchronicity, repeating numbers, spiritual signs and the ways people connect everyday moments to loved ones who have passed. The show shifts into wholesome internet content with a Scottish father and his two-year-old son whose bicycle rides have built a devoted online following. The internet becomes emotionally invested when the boy appears ready to graduate to his own bike, with commenters jokingly demanding that the father keep him in the child seat so they can continue enjoying their rides together. The hosts contrast that with another viral parenting trend in which mothers read affirmations to their children and capture their emotional reactions. Ebro then turns to music, shouting out Busta Rhymes’ new J Dilla collaboration before discussing the now-confirmed Joe + Donell Jones Verzuz. As a major R&B fan, Ebro argues that listeners who underestimate the matchup simply do not understand the strength of both catalogs. He compares the reaction to earlier Verzuz pairings that initially seemed uneven to casual fans but made perfect sense to serious R&B listeners, and previews the August 20 event on Apple Music. After a brief sports conversation about NBA ownership and the upcoming season, Family Friday officially moves into listener emails. One listener writes to Ebro about getting his first colonoscopy at 45 and unexpectedly discovering stomach cancer after an endoscopy was added because of low iron levels. Ebro acknowledges that the story is exactly why he needs to stop procrastinating on his own screening, and the crew stresses the importance of paying attention to symptoms and getting preventive healthcare. Laura then reads messages from listeners who attended ENVSN Fest and shares highlights from the event, including appearances from Flo Milli and JT. She explains that the festival is designed around intimate conversations, career development and community-building rather than traditional artist performances. Laura also opens up about the increasing difficulty of securing corporate sponsorships after the retreat from DEI and community-focused funding, encouraging companies that support nonprofits to consider working with the ENVSN Foundation. The episode closes with family highlights from Ebro’s household. The crew watches Selasi confidently heading to the pool before celebrating Isa’s birthday and standout flag-football tournament in Pennsylvania, where she says she scored seven touchdowns, including three defensive scores. Ebro emphasizes that the clips only show Isa’s highlights and praises the rapidly growing girls’ flag-football scene overall, including expanding high school programs and college scholarship opportunities. Chapters (00:00:00) Ebro and Laura open Family Friday while Rosenberg remains on vacation. (00:00:54) Ebro pitches a new Family Friday idea about friends and relatives who have gone in unexpected directions. (00:02:48) Ebro shares the death of his cousin Nooni and reflects on their unusual lifelong connection. (00:04:10) The crew debates whether Ebro’s timing was really a sign or synchronicity from his late cousin. (00:06:14) The conversation expands into spiritual signs, repeating numbers, crystals and messages from loved ones. (00:07:35) Ebro introduces the wholesome father-and-son bike videos taking over his algorithm. (00:09:53) The internet campaigns against giving the two-year-old his own bike because everyone loves the rides with Dad. (00:13:24) The boy’s father responds to the internet “aunties” and jokes that he will build the bike himself. (00:14:42) Laura shares another emotional parenting trend built around parents reading affirmations to their children. (00:15:40) Ebro shouts out Busta Rhymes’ new J Dilla collaboration. (00:16:00) Joe + Donell Jones are officially confirmed for Verzuz. (00:16:44) Ebro explains why serious R&B fans understand how strong the Joe + Donell Jones matchup really is. (00:18:10) The conversation shifts to NBA ownership and the upcoming season. (00:21:55) Family Friday continues with a listener urging Ebro to finally schedule his colonoscopy. (00:22:50) The listener reveals that an endoscopy unexpectedly discovered stomach cancer. (00:24:04) Laura reads messages from ELR listeners who traveled to ENVSN Fest . (00:24:32) Laura reflects on Flo Milli + JT appearing at ENVSN Fest and the impact on young attendees. (00:25:37) The crew watches an ENVSN Fest recap featuring the festival’s panels, pitch competition and community. (00:27:29) Laura opens up about losing sponsorship support as companies pull back from community and DEI initiatives. (00:28:41) Family content continues with Selasi’s memorable walk to the pool. (00:29:15) Ebro celebrates Isa’s birthday and her flag-football tournament in Pennsylvania. (00:29:40) Isa proudly recaps scoring seven touchdowns during one of her games. (00:30:20) The crew watches Isa’s tournament highlights. (00:31:31) Ebro recalls meeting an ELR listener whose nieces ended up playing against Isa’s team. (00:32:17) Ebro discusses the rapid growth of girls’ flag football and expanding high school + college opportunities.   ----------------------------- Experience the Culture: Catch Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg, and the rest of the network 24/7 on the Amplified Voices TV app: amplifiedvoices.com/download Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #114

  Jasmine Brand Returns, Abortion Surveillance + Abdul El-Sayed on Black Michigan | Essential ELR 8.13.26

  Aug 13, 202633 min

  Jasmine Brand returns for a second straight day while Peter Rosenberg remains on vacation. She opens up about building theJasmineBRAND over roughly 15 years and why entrepreneurship works for her, despite being harder than traditional employment. The conversation quickly goes off the rails with gnats, ladybugs and female mosquitoes before the crew reacts to reports about leprosy cases in Florida, Laura’s fear of sinkholes and a deadly earthquake in Colombia. The natural-disaster discussion expands into climate change and companies offering expensive priority hurricane-evacuation services in Florida. The show takes a more serious turn with a report about law enforcement using Flock’s nationwide camera network to track a Texas woman who had taken an abortion pill. Ebro, Laura and Jasmine discuss privacy, mass surveillance and what they see as an escalating attack on women’s reproductive healthcare. They also connect abortion policy to upcoming elections, voter restrictions and the importance of participating in state and local races, arguing that local officials can serve as a defense against broader federal policies. During The Rundown, the crew reacts to Jhené Aiko and Larry June’s new “California Dream” video amid speculation that the two are dating. Jasmine admits she was unfamiliar with Larry June, prompting Ebro to explain his Bay Area roots and laid-back “healthy life after hustling” style. Laura also covers Megan Thee Stallion teasing the return of her Tina Snow alter ego, with the hosts discussing why revisiting an established character could help Megan reconnect her expanding celebrity profile with the music that originally built her fan base. The political conversation returns with Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed discussing his relationship with Black communities. In a clip, El-Sayed points to his work rebuilding Detroit’s health department, his study of Black history and civil rights leaders and his focus on racial inequities in healthcare. Jasmine says she was not previously familiar with him and shares her own connection to Detroit through a real-estate investment that includes housing for formerly incarcerated women. Ebro argues that El-Sayed’s healthcare, affordability and working-family proposals are being overshadowed by labels such as “Democratic socialist” and attacks focused on his Muslim identity and views on Israel. The hosts compare that treatment to criticism aimed at Zohran Mamdani and other progressive politicians, saying voters should focus more closely on specific policies than political labels. The episode closes with a preview of Family Friday, including Isa’s birthday and flag-football highlights, Selasi’s summer photos and more family content. Chapters: (00:00:00) Jasmine Brand returns for a second day while Rosenberg remains on vacation. (00:00:42) Jasmine discusses building theJasmineBRAND and 15 years of entrepreneurship. (00:01:47) The studio’s gnat problem turns into a debate about which insects deserve to live. (00:02:55) Ebro explains why female mosquitoes are the ones that bite humans. (00:04:09) The crew reacts to reports about leprosy cases in Florida. (00:04:59) Laura’s sinkhole phobia resurfaces after a soccer player falls into a hole while celebrating. (00:06:24) The hosts discuss reports of a deadly 7.4 earthquake in Colombia. (00:07:43) Laura remembers experiencing the Northridge earthquake while living in Los Angeles. (00:09:52) Climate change and hurricane season lead to a discussion about expensive priority-evacuation services in Florida. (00:11:48) The hosts react to a Texas sheriff using a nationwide camera network to search for a woman who took an abortion pill. (00:14:21) Laura warns about expanding abortion surveillance and threats to women’s healthcare. (00:16:07) Ebro urges listeners to vote in local elections as the conversation turns toward the midterms. (00:16:30) The hosts hear a proposal to use emergency presidential powers to impose new election restrictions. (00:18:32) Food recalls and “explosive diarrhea” briefly derail the political conversation. (00:20:07) The Rundown begins with Jhené Aiko and Larry June’s “California Dream” video. (00:20:40) Jasmine admits she did not know Larry June, and Ebro gives her a quick introduction to his music. (00:22:35) Megan Thee Stallion teases Act Three and the return of Tina Snow. (00:23:02) The hosts discuss whether Megan’s success outside music could change audience expectations when she releases new records. (00:25:29) Abdul El-Sayed discusses his commitment to Black communities in Michigan. (00:26:08) El-Sayed points to his work in Detroit and the influence of Black history and civil rights leaders. (00:28:09) Jasmine talks about investing in Detroit housing and the city’s large Muslim community. (00:28:57) Ebro discusses the political money and establishment opposition El-Sayed has faced. (00:29:48) The hosts argue that El-Sayed’s healthcare platform is being overshadowed by attacks involving his Muslim identity and Israel. (00:31:26) Ebro previews Family Friday, including Isa’s birthday, flag football and Selasi. (00:32:37) The show closes with a quick Double Dutch debate.   ----------------------------- Experience the Culture: Catch Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg, and the rest of the network 24/7 on the Amplified Voices TV app: amplifiedvoices.com/download Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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