On this episode of The Morning Hustle Podcast, Lore’l, Kyle, and Alton break down celebrity drama, internet feuds, and shocking family revelations that have everyone talking. Houston rapper Paul Wall publicly expressed remorse after fellow artist Juelz Santana revealed Paul introduced him to drinking lean, which later escalated into dependency. Wall admitted, “I feel bad about that now,” acknowledging the unintended consequences of his influence despite the casual circumstances at the time.

Meanwhile, R&B singer Keke Wyatt is in the spotlight after her 23-year-old son, Rahjah, accused her on TikTok of exploiting his past leukemia diagnosis for “personal gain” and insinuated that she framed his illness as “karma” for being gay. Wyatt responded via Instagram, denying any homophobia, reaffirming her love for him, and requesting privacy for the family's healing. And over in internet culture, hip-hop star Drake threw playful shade at streamer Kai Cenat—who criticized his "Iceman" series—by posting a close-up of Kai’s forehead on Instagram. The move sparked a viral response from Kai, adding yet another chapter to their online back-and-forth

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On this episode of The Morning Hustle, the crew dove into the latest controversy around Young Thug, whose jail call comments about rapper GloRilla being “not his type” sparked backlash after going public. Thug later apologized on social media, admitting he was wrong and that the comments came from a tough moment behind bars. The hosts debated whether leaking personal jail calls crosses a line or is fair game when someone is facing serious charges.

Switching gears, the team unpacked Hooters’ surprising rebrand, with the restaurant chain trying to shift toward a “family-friendly” vibe by toning down uniforms and promoting healthier food options. While some thought it was smart business, others joked that the Hooters name itself might be too much baggage to ever shed. Finally, comedian and actor Lil Rel Howery joined the show, opening up about his comedy career, Chicago roots, and upcoming projects, including a comedy festival and new film roles. His candid conversation highlighted his belief in keeping energy for the stage and creating more opportunities for Black and brown comedians in the industry.

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Hip-hop impresario Jermaine Dupri took over The Morning Hustle, bringing electrifying stories and insight into his celebrated career. He offered an exclusive preview of his upcoming Magic City documentary on Starz, commemorating the iconic Atlanta club’s cultural impact and announced a companion album featuring collaborations with T.I., 2 Chainz, Young Dro, and more. In classic JD fashion, he shared his trademark humor, dropped behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and even reflected on the role of AI in music, all while leaning into the legacy of Atlanta’s pulse.

Also making waves, Kelly Price emerged from social media silence to confront cyberbullying head-on. She called out mean-spirited trolls—particularly within the Black community—dismissing them as disrespectful and toxic, and urged followers to extend more kindness online.

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