The Mind Pop Zone

What's Poppin': The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill is 25 years old, and the Fugees are reuniting. Police stop a Nebraska man for driving with a bull in the passenger's seat. A Chicago TV news team is robbed while doing a story on a string of robberies in the area. Volunteers come together to search for the Loch Ness Monster. Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew talk about dealing with change and rejection. In the Zone: Shaq

What's Poppin': Trump mug shot made public by Fulton County Jail. Sha'Carri Richardson wins 100-meter world championship. Halle Berry is ordered to pay $8,000 a month in child support after finalizing her divorce. A baby is seen crowd surfing at a Flo-Rida concert. Rihanna and A$AP welcome their 2nd child. Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew and callers share their spooky encounters. In the Zone: Janiyah Baker

What's Poppin': Trump has been indicted on his 4th case. A Texas threatens a federal judge in defense of Trump. Are Keke Palmer and her boyfriend still together? Britney Spears is getting a divorce after her ex alleges that she cheated with a house staff member. The group behind the college affirmative action case sues a Black Venture Fund. Main Topic: Calling In vs Calling Out. Which one is better? Are there certain scenarios in which people should be called in vs called out? In the Zone: Calvin Wilson

What's Poppin': R.I.P to Angus Cloud & Paul Reubens aka Pee-Wee Herman. Settlement reached with the family of the man who died in a bed-bug infested jail cell. Donald Trump indicted for his efforts to overturn the election results. AP Psychology banned in Florida due to lessons regarding gender identity and sexual orientation. Black North Carolina 16-year was sent home from her job at Chick-fil-a due to the colors of her braided hair. Kellogg introduces a new Icee flavored cereal. Lizzo accused by 3 former dancers of bullying and sexual harassment. Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew discuss work-place relationships. Is it ok to date someone you work with? Can you be friends at work? What are the benefits and dangers? Are workplace cliques okay? In the Zone: Taylor Swift

What's Poppin': Bronny James suffers cardiac arrest. An 11-year girl is arrested for falsely reporting a kidnapping. Former pastor arrested for sex offenses and peeping at a farmer's market. Dave Chappelle turned down the role of Bubba in the movie Forest Gump. People continue to slam Ron Desantis and the Florida Board of Education for its Black history curriculum. Sinead O'Connor passes away. Portland strippers want to unionize. Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew discuss strange stories from around the country. Is it fake news or the real deal? You make the decision. In the Zone: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

What's Poppin': The Secret Service closes its investigation into the cocaine that was found in the White House. Naomi Osaka and Cordae welcome a baby girl. Gabby Douglas aims to make the 2024 Olympic team. TikTokers discuss, "What did the Karen see on the airplane?" Actors join writers on Hollywood strike against the studios. Disney World and Universal theme parks experience a slump in visitors. Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew discuss relationship etiquette. What are mistakes couples make? How should couples deal with conflict? How do couples compromise on socializing? And much more. In the Zone: JT of the City Girls

What's Poppin': Did Victor Wembanyama’s security slap Britney Spears? Does Michael Jordan approve of his son dating Larsa Pippen? Keke Palmer’s boyfriend disapproves of her dressing sexy and singing and dancing with Usher. Is Threads replacing Twitter? India Arie has some comments about Janelle Monae and Meg Thee Stallion. Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew discuss the Supreme Court’s recent rulings. The Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action in college admissions. Supreme Court rules that web designer can deny services to same sex couples. The Supreme Court strikes down Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan. In the Zone: Yusef Salaam

Main Topic: On today’s episode, the Mind Pop Zone crew celebrate graduates at every level. In the Zone: Jeziyah Parker

Main Topic: On today’s episode, the Mind Pop Zone crew interview 3 women who are breaking down barriers in their own individual ways. In the Zone: Dennis “Maliq” Barnes

What's Poppin': Ed Sheeran wins his copyright case in which he was accused of stealing Marvin Gaye’s, Let’s Get It On. Are Nelly and Ashanti getting back together after all these years? Hollywood Writers are on strike. What does this mean for our favorite tv shows and movies? Jordan Neely was killed by a 24-year-old Marine on a New York subway train. When he was 14-years-old, his mother was brutally murdered by her boyfriend. Main Topic: Would you date a bus driver? Eboni K. Williams wouldn’t. The Mind Pop Zone crew share their opinions about Eboni’s comments to Iyanla Vanzant as well as her clapback after taking heat for her comments. In the Zone: Ronald Nessman

What's Poppin' Jamie Foxx experiences a medical emergency. US authorities decide not to pursue charges in the death of Shanquella Robinson. Tennessee congressmen Justin Jones and Justin Pearson are reinstated. Family’s attorney says that inmate was eaten alive by bed bugs. Sperm shortage for black men and Hispanic men. Main Topic: The crew share things they would like to see make a comeback as well as things that need to stay gone forever. In the Zone: Jarvis Green

What's Poppin' Controversy after Dr. Jill Biden invites the national champion, LSU, and the losing team, Iowa, to the White House. A psychology teacher is fired after giving students the assignment to write their own obituaries before a school shooting drill. Tennessee House GOP expels 2 Congressmen in retaliation over gun control protest. Main Topic: A discussion about the power of positivity and if it truly works. In the Zone: Drake University Students

What's Poppin' R.I.P to Bobby Caldwell. Ciara is criticized for wearing a see-through dress to an Oscar’s after party. South Korea considering a proposal of a 69 hour work week. Denzel Washington set to star in Gladiator sequel. Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew play a game of This or That. In the Zone: Andrea Joe

What's Poppin'? A diversity activist who claimed to be Latino, Arab and South Asian is outed by her mother as being white. Marjorie Taylor Greene believes African Americans should be proud when they see confederate statues. A man claims that the 2.04 billion dollar Power Ball ticket was stolen from him. Judge Mathis was cancelled then days later he announces his return to TV. Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone ask the question, “Is monogamy natural or a social construct?” Does monogamy make sense in modern society or is it outdated? Can people truly be happy in long-term monogamous relationships? Should polygamy laws be reversed? ​ In the Zone: Jeff Reitz

What's Poppin'? Joe Biden says objects shot down over North America appear to not be related to China’s spy balloon. Governor Youngkin of Virginia is against shielding period tracking data from search warrants. A woman apologizes after grabbing Busta Rhymes’ butt. Is tipping getting out of control? Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew talk technology and romance. Is technology helping or hurting relationships? Do dating apps make it easier or harder to find connections with potential partners? Does technology increase or decrease trust in relationships? And much more. ​ In the Zone: Sultan Ahmed

What's Poppin' Britney Spears’ inner circle is reportedly concerned about her well-being. Philadelphia high school students are being investigated after making racist social media videos. North Carolina Senate passes a bill that requires teachers to out LGBTQ students to their parents. Netflix has started charging users for sharing their passwords with others outside of their home. Main Topic: There are some strange laws still on the books in our country and in the world. The Mind Pop Zone crew talks about a few of them. In the Zone: Malone Matthews

What's Poppin': Today is full episode of What’s Poppin. The Mind Pop Zone crew discuss the brutal murder of Tyre Nichols at the hands of Memphis police officers. T.I.’s lawsuit against the toymaker of the LOL Surprise OMG Dolls ends in a mistrial following testimony alleging cultural appropriation. The Earth’s inner core has stopped. Disney’s Splash Mountain is closing, and people are selling the water to super fans of the ride. The crew breaks down the Ed Reed and Bethune Cookman situation. The Glass Cliff is a real thing for underrepresented groups. Employees not happy with their employers engage in rage applying. Is remote work here to stay? The Oscar nominations are in. In the Zone: Jude Nyame Yie Kofie

What's Poppin' Is Kanye West really married? Rest in peace to Lisa Presley. Prince Harry opens up in his new book. What’s the future for movie theaters? Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew discuss Artificial Intelligence. Is it helpful, or is it harmful? In the Zone: Eden Scott McLauchlin

What's Poppin' Newly elected representative George Santos accused of lying about his past. T.J. Holmes files for divorce from wife amid continued romance with Amy Robach. Kim Kardashian has a special dress code for her staff. 3 men in South Africa charged for racist attack at a swimming pool. Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew offers advice for 2023. In the Zone: Sha’Kyra Aughtry

What's Poppin' R.I.P to Stephen “Twitch” Boss. Diddy welcomes a new baby girl. Winston-Salem State University faces criticism over a student’s arrest in a classroom. Main Topic: The Mind Pop Zone crew is giving out Christmas gifts to a few well-known celebrities. Find out who’s getting what and why. In the Zone: Kyrie Irving