Flagrant and Funny with Cari Champion and Jemele Hill

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass joins Cari and Jemele to discuss her re-election campaign, highlighting her work on housing and homelessness. She addresses the electorate's dissatisfaction over the Palisades fires. In the first run-off election in the city since 2005, Bass is facing a tough fight with Nithya Rahman. Despite this, she remains optimistic, focusing on affordable housing, public safety, and ensuring the 2028 Olympics benefit all LA communities.​ Plus, Mayor Bass talks about Zohran Mamdani’s election and how his success is shaping American politics at this critical moment of country-wide frustration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cari and Jemele connect while on the move: London, New York, the show’s gone international! They kick things off by talking about Jasmine Crockett and Chris Brown. Then, does Arch Manning deserve some grace? The discussion shifts to Holly Rowe and Arch Manning. Cari and Jemele unpack his reaction to that not-so-funny AI video. They discuss Macklemore, Kanye, and Robert Kraft as they highlight certain ideological double standards. Cari has an enthusiastic plug for season two of “Biggest Rivalries of All Time,” coming to iHeart on September 22.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jemele recaps her interview with Colin Kaepernick as he launches his new book tour, diving into his decision to protest, his “nuanced” family dynamics, and ongoing quest for justice. Congrats to Team USA as they secure their 5th straight FIBA Basketball! The women had an impressive run. Plus, Jemele and Cari swap weekend updates, from tailgating at the Detroit Lions game to how Cari is taking care of her gnat problem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I love the Lord, but I cuss a little. Jemele’s new blonde hair sparks controversy and a broader conversation about hair politics among Black women. Cari and Jemele discuss the FIBA World Cup, Becky Hammon’s defense of A’ja Wilson, and the tired narratives about rivalries with Caitlin Clark. They celebrate the chemistry between Clark and Angel Reese and push back on “jealousy” rumors. Jemele encourages Cari to make predictions for the US Open, but it’s hard to choose given the excitement about historic Black American athletes making it so far this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nneka Ogwumike announced last month that this would be her last season in the W. She joins Jemele and  Cari to reflect on her decision to step away from basketball and why she’s at “peace” with the timing. She discusses her achievements on and off the court. Remember, she helped negotiate the transformational CBA. Looking ahead, Nneka talks about her desire to remain connected to the game. Plus, Cari and Jemele have a few retirement hobbies for Nneka to try. FORE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.