The Breakfast Club FULL SHOW: Drake Denies Urination Rumor, Pusha T Faces Backlash Over Baby #2 News + De La Soul & Jonathan Karl Interview
Nov 17, 2025
De La Soul, the legendary hip-hop trio, discusses their new album 'Cabin in the Sky' while paying tribute to their late member, Dave. They reflect on their influence on hip-hop, the challenges of sample clearance, and the joy of connecting with new fans post-streaming. Jonathan Karl, ABC News' chief Washington correspondent, explores themes from his book 'Retribution,' analyzing Trump's impact on governance and the Republican Party. He warns about the erosion of shared facts and the future of journalism in this turbulent political landscape.
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Protect Access When Changing Benefits Systems
- Don't make eligible recipients reapply en masse without reliable systems; bureaucratic hurdles harm people needing food assistance.
- Hosts warned that frequent recertification or shutdown delays can deny hungry families access to SNAP.
Celebrity Announcements Ignite Social Expectations
- Pusha T's pregnancy announcement sparked backlash because his caption joked about not changing diapers, touching public expectations of fatherhood.
- The hosts noted social media amplified the line into a debate about parental roles.
How De La Soul Formed
- De La Soul members met in summer school and bonded through music, DJing, and neighborhood parties.
- That early chemistry led them to form the group and start making records together.
