The Morning Experience with Marquis Lupton is your go-to morning show for smart, bold, and culture-driven conversations. Hosted by award-winning journalist and radio personality Marquis Lupton, and a group of show correspondents this dynamic show delivers a fresh blend of breaking news, trending topics, interviews with newsmakers and creatives, and unfiltered commentary that reflects the pulse of the community. From politics and pop culture to wellness, tech, and social justice, The Morning Experience keeps you informed, inspired, and entertained—before you even finish your coffee. Start your day with the stories that matter, voices you trust, and the vibe you didn’t know you needed.
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New Year’s Eve Special — Closing the Year With Truth, Purpose, and Perspective As we ring in the New Year, this special episode takes a powerful look back — and forward. From justice and accountability to community healing and cultural reflection, this New Year’s Eve edition is about naming what we’ve survived, celebrating where we showed up for each other, and setting intentions for what comes next.
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Today’s conversations take us from justice to generosity — and straight into culture. We start with a major police accountability case out of California. Nearly three years after college football player K’aun Green was shot four times by a San Jose police officer, the city is preparing to approve an $8 million settlement, one of the largest in its history. The case raises serious questions about excessive force, officer conduct, and what accountability really looks like when lives are permanently altered.
Then, a powerful reminder of what community care can look like in action. An Atlanta-based church has wiped out $1.5 million in medical debt for more than 1,100 families across the metro area — proof that faith, compassion, and collective action can create real relief where systems fall short. We also head to Flint, Michigan, where residents are reclaiming their food access. After years of being trapped in a food desert, the North Flint Food Market Cooperative has opened — a community-owned grocery store putting fresh food, ownership, and economic power directly back into Black hands.
And for Topic Tuesday, we’re stepping into culture:
Is Snoop too far gone?
From branding to business to public perception, we’re unpacking how icons evolve — and when evolution turns into something else entirely.
Plus in the 2nd hour, we continue our Kwanzaa reflections with Nia (Purpose) — connecting everything from justice to generosity to how we define our responsibility to each other.
Then, a powerful reminder of what community care can look like in action. An Atlanta-based church has wiped out $1.5 million in medical debt for more than 1,100 families across the metro area — proof that faith, compassion, and collective action can create real relief where systems fall short. We also head to Flint, Michigan, where residents are reclaiming their food access. After years of being trapped in a food desert, the North Flint Food Market Cooperative has opened — a community-owned grocery store putting fresh food, ownership, and economic power directly back into Black hands.
And for Topic Tuesday, we’re stepping into culture:
Is Snoop too far gone?
From branding to business to public perception, we’re unpacking how icons evolve — and when evolution turns into something else entirely.
Plus in the 2nd hour, we continue our Kwanzaa reflections with Nia (Purpose) — connecting everything from justice to generosity to how we define our responsibility to each other.
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News Block Rundown
ChatGPT lawsuits raise serious mental health alarms
OpenAI is now facing eight lawsuits alleging its chatbot caused severe psychological harm, with claims that ChatGPT acted as a suicide “coach” in multiple cases. Five deaths by suicide are cited, including two teenagers, raising urgent questions about AI guardrails, responsibility, and mental health protections in tech.
Boss gives employees $240 million in bonuses
Before selling his company, Fibrebond CEO Graham Walker set aside 15% of the sale for his workers. More than 500 employees will receive an average of $443,000 over five years—an almost unheard-of example of wealth sharing done right.
NYC braces for a ‘super flu’ surge
Emergency room visits for flu symptoms in New York City are at their highest level in a decade, and health experts warn the worst may still be ahead as hospitals prepare for continued spikes.
Main Story:
All The Cold & Flu Tips Your Black Grandma Knew Worked From onion syrup and vapor rub rituals to elderberry, hot teas, and common-sense rest, Black grandmothers have been running public health campaigns out of their kitchens for generations. As flu season intensifies, these time-tested remedies are getting a second look—not just as nostalgia, but as practical care rooted in culture and survival.
Kwanzaa spotlight — Ujamaa (collective work and responsibility)
Things to Make You Say “Hmmm…”
Because the news stays wild, even during the holidays.
ChatGPT lawsuits raise serious mental health alarms
OpenAI is now facing eight lawsuits alleging its chatbot caused severe psychological harm, with claims that ChatGPT acted as a suicide “coach” in multiple cases. Five deaths by suicide are cited, including two teenagers, raising urgent questions about AI guardrails, responsibility, and mental health protections in tech.
Boss gives employees $240 million in bonuses
Before selling his company, Fibrebond CEO Graham Walker set aside 15% of the sale for his workers. More than 500 employees will receive an average of $443,000 over five years—an almost unheard-of example of wealth sharing done right.
NYC braces for a ‘super flu’ surge
Emergency room visits for flu symptoms in New York City are at their highest level in a decade, and health experts warn the worst may still be ahead as hospitals prepare for continued spikes.
Main Story:
All The Cold & Flu Tips Your Black Grandma Knew Worked From onion syrup and vapor rub rituals to elderberry, hot teas, and common-sense rest, Black grandmothers have been running public health campaigns out of their kitchens for generations. As flu season intensifies, these time-tested remedies are getting a second look—not just as nostalgia, but as practical care rooted in culture and survival.
Kwanzaa spotlight — Ujamaa (collective work and responsibility)
Things to Make You Say “Hmmm…”
Because the news stays wild, even during the holidays.
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Masked white supremacists march at civil rights landmark in Arkansas
A group of out-of-state neo-Nazis linked to the Blood Tribe faction marched in front of Little Rock Central High School — a sacred site in the fight for school integration. Despite community outrage and safety concerns, police issued only traffic citations, raising serious questions about accountability and unequal enforcement. Michigan lawmakers block funding for Flint water crisis recovery
The Michigan House denied millions in funding aimed at supporting Flint students still dealing with the long-term effects of lead exposure. The proposed funds would have paid for counselors, nurses, psychologists, and social workers — services critics say are still desperately needed more than a decade after the crisis began. U.S. Army veteran detained by ICE after traffic stop
A Jamaican-born U.S. Army veteran who has lived in the country for more than 50 years was detained by ICE after being pulled over for failing to use a turn signal. The case is fueling outrage over aggressive immigration enforcement and how easily long-time residents — even veterans — can be swept up.
Main Story: Wrongful ICE Arrests Spark Alarm in Minneapolis Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says American citizens are now at risk following the wrongful ICE arrest of a Somali American man. One of the most troubling cases involves 20-year-old Mubashir, who says he was tackled and detained by ICE agents despite being a U.S. citizen. City leaders, civil rights advocates, and community members say these incidents point to a dangerous pattern — where racial profiling and immigration crackdowns are putting lawful residents and citizens in harm’s way.
Monday 2nd Hour First 4 Minutes:
Prepping for the holidays — Have you finished your Christmas shopping, or are you still saying “I’ll order it tonight”?
Things That Make You Say “Hmmm…”
Stories that don’t quite add up — and deserve a closer look.
Run the World with Dr. Kaye
Insight, empowerment, and perspective to close out the hour.
A group of out-of-state neo-Nazis linked to the Blood Tribe faction marched in front of Little Rock Central High School — a sacred site in the fight for school integration. Despite community outrage and safety concerns, police issued only traffic citations, raising serious questions about accountability and unequal enforcement. Michigan lawmakers block funding for Flint water crisis recovery
The Michigan House denied millions in funding aimed at supporting Flint students still dealing with the long-term effects of lead exposure. The proposed funds would have paid for counselors, nurses, psychologists, and social workers — services critics say are still desperately needed more than a decade after the crisis began. U.S. Army veteran detained by ICE after traffic stop
A Jamaican-born U.S. Army veteran who has lived in the country for more than 50 years was detained by ICE after being pulled over for failing to use a turn signal. The case is fueling outrage over aggressive immigration enforcement and how easily long-time residents — even veterans — can be swept up.
Main Story: Wrongful ICE Arrests Spark Alarm in Minneapolis Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says American citizens are now at risk following the wrongful ICE arrest of a Somali American man. One of the most troubling cases involves 20-year-old Mubashir, who says he was tackled and detained by ICE agents despite being a U.S. citizen. City leaders, civil rights advocates, and community members say these incidents point to a dangerous pattern — where racial profiling and immigration crackdowns are putting lawful residents and citizens in harm’s way.
Monday 2nd Hour First 4 Minutes:
Prepping for the holidays — Have you finished your Christmas shopping, or are you still saying “I’ll order it tonight”?
Things That Make You Say “Hmmm…”
Stories that don’t quite add up — and deserve a closer look.
Run the World with Dr. Kaye
Insight, empowerment, and perspective to close out the hour.
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News Block Stories
ICE arrests of Afghans spike after D.C. Guard shooting
Immigration lawyers say arrests of Afghans are rising nationwide after the attack that killed National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and critically wounded Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe. Critics warn this wave of enforcement looks more like fear-driven retaliation than evidence-based action, leaving entire communities on edge. Lonnie Johnson finally gets his $73 MILLION in unpaid Super Soaker royalties
Decades after creating one of the most iconic toys ever made, inventor Lonnie Johnson is finally getting his due. A $73 million payout confirms what we already knew: Black brilliance deserves its full credit — and its full check. Ja Rule says 50 Cent has ‘enough allegations’ for his own documentary
After 50 Cent helped produce the Diddy exposé, Ja Rule is calling foul — saying 50 has enough controversies for a four-part doc of his own. The petty feud continues to age like boxed wine: still wild, still messy. Main Story: Bloomberg’s $20M HBCU Charter School Initiative Michael Bloomberg and City Fund are putting $20 million — backed by UNCF — toward expanding charter schools and creating early-college pipelines directly onto HBCU campuses in Alabama.
The goal: get Black students connected to higher education earlier, strengthen access, and reshape opportunities for first-gen college students. A major investment with potentially lifelong impact.
Wednesday 2nd Hour First 4 minutes – Weird & Wild Story of the Day
A cruise ship passenger dies… and somehow ends up being served as an entrée due to a disastrous mix-up in the ship’s kitchen. A tragic, bizarre, absolutely unbelievable story that has investigators asking how this could happen.
ShizzyGetBizzy Top 10 Another hilarious, chaotic, and painfully accurate Top 10 list from Shizz.
TME Sports & Scores w/ Scottay: Highlights, upsets, surprises — and everything you missed last night in sports.
ICE arrests of Afghans spike after D.C. Guard shooting
Immigration lawyers say arrests of Afghans are rising nationwide after the attack that killed National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and critically wounded Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe. Critics warn this wave of enforcement looks more like fear-driven retaliation than evidence-based action, leaving entire communities on edge. Lonnie Johnson finally gets his $73 MILLION in unpaid Super Soaker royalties
Decades after creating one of the most iconic toys ever made, inventor Lonnie Johnson is finally getting his due. A $73 million payout confirms what we already knew: Black brilliance deserves its full credit — and its full check. Ja Rule says 50 Cent has ‘enough allegations’ for his own documentary
After 50 Cent helped produce the Diddy exposé, Ja Rule is calling foul — saying 50 has enough controversies for a four-part doc of his own. The petty feud continues to age like boxed wine: still wild, still messy. Main Story: Bloomberg’s $20M HBCU Charter School Initiative Michael Bloomberg and City Fund are putting $20 million — backed by UNCF — toward expanding charter schools and creating early-college pipelines directly onto HBCU campuses in Alabama.
The goal: get Black students connected to higher education earlier, strengthen access, and reshape opportunities for first-gen college students. A major investment with potentially lifelong impact.
Wednesday 2nd Hour First 4 minutes – Weird & Wild Story of the Day
A cruise ship passenger dies… and somehow ends up being served as an entrée due to a disastrous mix-up in the ship’s kitchen. A tragic, bizarre, absolutely unbelievable story that has investigators asking how this could happen.
ShizzyGetBizzy Top 10 Another hilarious, chaotic, and painfully accurate Top 10 list from Shizz.
TME Sports & Scores w/ Scottay: Highlights, upsets, surprises — and everything you missed last night in sports.
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ShizzyGetBizzy: Top 10 Childhood Traumas
This morning, Shizzy dives deep into the memories we thought we left behind… but definitely didn’t. From the whoopings that echoed through the neighborhood, to that one family member who always smelled like menthol and bad decisions, to the snacks your siblings stole and blamed on you — Shizzy is breaking down the Top 10 Childhood Traumas that shaped us, humbled us, and gave us character (or therapy bills).
It’s nostalgic. It’s chaotic. It’s healing… kinda. Tune in, laugh through the pain, and see if your childhood made the list.
This morning, Shizzy dives deep into the memories we thought we left behind… but definitely didn’t. From the whoopings that echoed through the neighborhood, to that one family member who always smelled like menthol and bad decisions, to the snacks your siblings stole and blamed on you — Shizzy is breaking down the Top 10 Childhood Traumas that shaped us, humbled us, and gave us character (or therapy bills).
It’s nostalgic. It’s chaotic. It’s healing… kinda. Tune in, laugh through the pain, and see if your childhood made the list.
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Topic Tuesday Blurb:
Today’s headlines take us from immigration policies under fire to a new wave of Black creativity rewriting the superhero narrative.
First, a stunning report out of The Atlantic: more than a third of new ICE recruits are failing basic fitness tests — we’re talking 15 push-ups, 32 sit-ups, and a 1.5-mile run. Yet South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is still pushing them through in order to meet the Trump administration’s aggressive recruitment quotas. Even more alarming: recruits with gang affiliations, white-power tattoos, and even some who can’t read or write are being ushered into federal enforcement roles. Critics say this is how you create a force built for intimidation, not public safety.
Meanwhile in D.C., a judge has issued a major injunction restricting how federal officers can conduct immigration arrests in the nation’s capital. Civil rights attorneys argued that officers were patrolling Latino neighborhoods, setting up surprise checkpoints, and stopping residents indiscriminately. The ruling is being hailed as a rare legal pushback in an era of increasingly aggressive enforcement tactics.
On a brighter note, The Black Power Project is gearing up to drop a collectible trading card series celebrating Black superheroes — real and fictional — and the overlooked histories that shaped them. It’s part art, part education, and part reclamation of cultural power.
And that brings us to Topic Tuesday…
Topic Tuesday: “Chocolate Air Bud — Why Does MAGA Lose Its Mind Over Fictional Characters and Race?”
From mermaids to Jedi, elves to cartoon dogs — anytime a character gets a little more melanin, certain corners of MAGA world act like it’s the end of Western civilization. Today we’re breaking down why fictional representation breaks their brains, what it says about cultural insecurity, and how projects like The Black Power Project are rewriting the imagination in real time.
Buckle up — because if a Black Air Bud sends some folks into a panic, imagine what happens when we start reclaiming the whole superhero deck.
Today’s headlines take us from immigration policies under fire to a new wave of Black creativity rewriting the superhero narrative.
First, a stunning report out of The Atlantic: more than a third of new ICE recruits are failing basic fitness tests — we’re talking 15 push-ups, 32 sit-ups, and a 1.5-mile run. Yet South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is still pushing them through in order to meet the Trump administration’s aggressive recruitment quotas. Even more alarming: recruits with gang affiliations, white-power tattoos, and even some who can’t read or write are being ushered into federal enforcement roles. Critics say this is how you create a force built for intimidation, not public safety.
Meanwhile in D.C., a judge has issued a major injunction restricting how federal officers can conduct immigration arrests in the nation’s capital. Civil rights attorneys argued that officers were patrolling Latino neighborhoods, setting up surprise checkpoints, and stopping residents indiscriminately. The ruling is being hailed as a rare legal pushback in an era of increasingly aggressive enforcement tactics.
On a brighter note, The Black Power Project is gearing up to drop a collectible trading card series celebrating Black superheroes — real and fictional — and the overlooked histories that shaped them. It’s part art, part education, and part reclamation of cultural power.
And that brings us to Topic Tuesday…
Topic Tuesday: “Chocolate Air Bud — Why Does MAGA Lose Its Mind Over Fictional Characters and Race?”
From mermaids to Jedi, elves to cartoon dogs — anytime a character gets a little more melanin, certain corners of MAGA world act like it’s the end of Western civilization. Today we’re breaking down why fictional representation breaks their brains, what it says about cultural insecurity, and how projects like The Black Power Project are rewriting the imagination in real time.
Buckle up — because if a Black Air Bud sends some folks into a panic, imagine what happens when we start reclaiming the whole superhero deck.
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This morning, the headlines are heavy, the stakes are high, and the conversations are necessary. The Trump administration is facing backlash after removing Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth from next year’s fee-free national park days—while adding President Trump’s birthday to the list. Critics say it’s the latest move in a broader effort to push back against acknowledging the country’s racist history on federal lands.
Meanwhile, a viral TikTok moment is sparking debate about accountability in the digital age. A Black woman drove three hours to confront someone who left racist comments on her video—an encounter now recirculating across the platform even after she made her page private.
In Texas, major changes to the state’s contracting system are raising alarms. The state has abruptly rewritten long-standing rules, removing women- and minority-owned businesses from a key support program and shifting the focus entirely toward disabled veterans. Many are now asking who gets left behind.
And for our main story: a disturbing case out of Virginia. A NICU nurse accused of breaking the bones of newborn infants is now facing 20 charges and has had her license suspended. The case against 26-year-old Erin Elizabeth Anne Strotman continues to grow as investigators uncover more injuries linked to her time at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital. All that plus:
First 4 minutes — Our reactions to the new Diddy documentary.
Then it’s time for Things to Make You Say Hmmm… as we dig into the stories making us pause, question, and double-take today.
Meanwhile, a viral TikTok moment is sparking debate about accountability in the digital age. A Black woman drove three hours to confront someone who left racist comments on her video—an encounter now recirculating across the platform even after she made her page private.
In Texas, major changes to the state’s contracting system are raising alarms. The state has abruptly rewritten long-standing rules, removing women- and minority-owned businesses from a key support program and shifting the focus entirely toward disabled veterans. Many are now asking who gets left behind.
And for our main story: a disturbing case out of Virginia. A NICU nurse accused of breaking the bones of newborn infants is now facing 20 charges and has had her license suspended. The case against 26-year-old Erin Elizabeth Anne Strotman continues to grow as investigators uncover more injuries linked to her time at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital. All that plus:
First 4 minutes — Our reactions to the new Diddy documentary.
Then it’s time for Things to Make You Say Hmmm… as we dig into the stories making us pause, question, and double-take today.
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This morning, we’re taking you on a journey—one that reaches back through time, faith, and the fight for freedom.
Living the Experience is a powerful and deeply spiritual reenactment of the Underground Railroad, inviting participants to literally step into the footsteps of Africans seeking freedom right here in Lancaster County. Hosted at the Historic Bethel AME Church, it stands as the longest-running Underground Railroad reenactment in South Central Pennsylvania, known for its immersive storytelling, firsthand abolitionist testimonies, a southern-style meal, and a vibrant community of local vendors.
And on December 6th, the production returns with a special Christmas edition. This year’s performance highlights the stories of freedom seekers during Christmastime and uncovers the meaning behind Negro spirituals and Christmas carols that carried coded messages of hope and survival. December 6th also marks the anniversary of the 13th Amendment’s ratification, the moment slavery was formally abolished in the United States.
This powerful date ties the Christmas story of faith to our nation’s own journey toward liberation. It’s the final performance of the year, and tickets are available until December 2nd. This morning, we’re joined by Ondra Haywood, who’s here to share more about this extraordinary event—Living the Experience: A Spiritual Reenactment of the Underground Railroad.
Living the Experience is a powerful and deeply spiritual reenactment of the Underground Railroad, inviting participants to literally step into the footsteps of Africans seeking freedom right here in Lancaster County. Hosted at the Historic Bethel AME Church, it stands as the longest-running Underground Railroad reenactment in South Central Pennsylvania, known for its immersive storytelling, firsthand abolitionist testimonies, a southern-style meal, and a vibrant community of local vendors.
And on December 6th, the production returns with a special Christmas edition. This year’s performance highlights the stories of freedom seekers during Christmastime and uncovers the meaning behind Negro spirituals and Christmas carols that carried coded messages of hope and survival. December 6th also marks the anniversary of the 13th Amendment’s ratification, the moment slavery was formally abolished in the United States.
This powerful date ties the Christmas story of faith to our nation’s own journey toward liberation. It’s the final performance of the year, and tickets are available until December 2nd. This morning, we’re joined by Ondra Haywood, who’s here to share more about this extraordinary event—Living the Experience: A Spiritual Reenactment of the Underground Railroad.