The Latest with Loren LoRosa

Loren and the Bag Fuel hosts have a nuanced and entertaining conversation about relationships, Young Thug, Glorilla and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Effect Presents... Checking In! On this heartfelt solo episode of Checking In, Michelle Williams gets real about what it means to be brave in a world that feels heavy. From celebrating wins while acknowledging global unrest… to processing disappointment after the Grammy Awards… Michelle opens up about the tension of being grateful and grieving at the same time. Two things can be true: you can thrive personally while the world feels chaotic. She shares behind-the-scenes moments from performing at Campbell Hall, attending an intimate dinner hosted by Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland, and reflecting on loss, legacy, and perseverance. She also speaks candidly about missing a Grammy win to Buena Vista Social Club—and how to handle disappointment without letting it define you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The father of Lil Nas X sits down in his first full length interview with The Times and really dives into what he believes caused the artist’s most recent brief time behind bars … a mental break down.  Lil Nas X’s dad who raised him from young talks about if he’ll be able to recover from all of the fallout from the current headlines following his 4am naked stroll in LA.  + Loren takes time to show love to the black women dominating the US open!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  Tune in and join the conversation in the socials below. Rate, subscribe, comment and share. Follow The Latest With Loren Lorosa on IG @lorenlorosaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Loren LoRosa sits down with Kirk Franklin for an intimate conversation about faith, vulnerability, healing, and the many sides of who he is. Ahead of his upcoming album I Am What I Am, Kirk opens up about living in the tension between his faith, his flaws, his success, and the expectations that come with being one of gospel music’s most recognizable voices. He reflects on learning to be kinder to himself, navigating life in the public eye, and understanding what he needs to let go of in order to keep growing. Kirk also gets candid about his relationship with faith, the criticism he’s faced throughout his career, his evolution as an artist, and the personal experiences that shaped the music on his new project. Loren LoRosa also takes listeners inside a private New York City listening experience for I Am What I Am, sharing some of the powerful moments and conversations that made the experience so meaningful.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.