When the headlines get wild and the culture won’t stop moving, The Morning Hustle crew is right there to break it all down with energy and honesty. In this episode, Lore’l kicks off the Lo’Down with big news from Babyface, who announces a new Las Vegas residency—promising classic hits, timeless vocals, and a show built on pure feel‑good music. The team jokes about the generational reach of Babyface’s catalog while celebrating what’s sure to be a major moment on the Strip.

Next, the hosts dig into the arrest of Patrick Mahomes Sr., who violated his probation after his monitor reportedly signaled drinking on New Year’s. With this marking yet another legal run‑in, Lore’l and the crew debate accountability, embarrassment for his superstar son, and whether the punishment fits the situation. Then, the episode turns heavier as the team revisits the story of R. Kelly’s longtime victim, Rashauna Landfair, who is now publicly sharing her experience decades later through a new memoir. They explore her reasons for speaking out now, the trauma she carried from a young age, and the mix of support and criticism she may face as she steps into the spotlight.

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On this episode of The Morning Hustle Podcast with Lore’l, Kyle Santillian, and Alton Walker, the crew kicks off the show with laughs, real talk, and a motivational message—before diving into a packed Lo’Down with some of the biggest entertainment headlines of the week.

Lore’l breaks down the emotional reveal from R. Kelly’s former underage victim, now 41 years old, who is finally sharing her story in an upcoming memoir. Once known only as “Jane Doe,” she details years of grooming, abuse, and long-term trauma that followed her into adulthood, including being triggered by his music everywhere she went. The team reflects on her journey, the decades-long impact of the abuse, and the complicated history surrounding the case.

Next up, the hosts get into the rumors heating up the blogs: Kim Kardashian and Formula 1 superstar Lewis Hamilton have reportedly been spotted together on multiple trips—including Aspen—and some believe a new relationship may be brewing. The Hustlers weigh in with trademark humor, side‑eyes, and predictions about whether this pairing stands a chance or is destined for Kardashian‑style chaos.

Finally, Alton brings news that Sherri Shepherd’s daytime talk show is coming to an end after four seasons. With other recent daytime TV shakeups, the team discusses the shifting landscape of traditional television, the rise of streaming, and whether Sherri might pop up on a new platform soon.

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The Morning Hustle kicks off with high energy as Lore’l, Kyle, and Alton dive into the biggest entertainment stories shaking the industry this week. In the Lo’Down, Ne‑Yo makes headlines after publicly supporting Chris Brown and saying he believes Chris deserves the Super Bowl halftime spotlight. The team debates whether redemption exists in the court of public opinion, especially as Ne‑Yo argues that despite Chris selling out stadiums worldwide, “the powers that be” still won’t allow him the biggest stage. Their hilarious back‑and‑forth spirals into whether Neo himself should be performing — maybe not the Super Bowl, but perhaps “the US Open,” as Lore’l jokes.

Then, the crew breaks down a historic night at the 2026 Grammy Awards. Bad Bunny becomes the first all–Spanish‑language Album of the Year winner, and Kendrick Lamar sets a new record by surpassing Jay‑Z for the most Grammys won by a rap artist. Lore’l gives inside‑carpet observations, celebrates major wins across R&B and hip‑hop, and rewinds unforgettable moments — including Cher hilariously struggling to announce Record of the Year.

Finally, things turn serious as The Morning Hustle reacts to the newly released Epstein files, where Jay‑Z and Pusha T’s names reportedly appear — though the team stresses that their mentions are vague and not tied to wrongdoing in the documents. With millions of pages dropping, Lore’l questions why random artist name‑checks make headlines while heavily documented figures like Prince Andrew and Donald Trump face far fewer questions.

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