The Mornin' Experience W/ Marquis Lupton

Today’s headlines spotlight America’s ongoing reckoning with race and authority. In New York, two officers had to wrestle a police dog off a Black man—bitten during a funeral procession while simply standing nearby. In Georgia, a Black veteran driving his infant daughter to sleep around his former military base was interrogated and blocked by a barefoot white man demanding to know what he was doin...

Today’s headlines pull no punches. The Smithsonian quietly removed—and now plans to restore—mention of Donald Trump’s two impeachments from its exhibit on presidential history. Meanwhile, Texas Republicans are redrawing the congressional map, carving out more GOP-leaning districts and sparking fears of blatant gerrymandering and voter suppression. But the main story? The Trump administration is go...

Today’s episode is a powerful one. We sit down with Jessica Lopez, a mother, survivor, and activist whose life has been shaped by the very systems she’s fought against. After spending 10 months incarcerated for her role in the protests that followed the 2020 police shooting of Ricardo Muñoz in Lancaster, Jessica is finally home—and ready to speak her truth. From childhood trauma and sexual assault...

Get ready to clutch your Teddy Ruxpin and side-eye every adult from your childhood — because ShizzyGetBizzy’s Top 10 this week is all about the lies we were told as kids. From "If you swallow gum, it’ll stay in your stomach for 7 years" to "You’ll never have a calculator in your pocket when you grow up" (hello, iPhone), this list is packed with nostalgic nonsense and comedic truth bombs. Whether i...

Today’s episode is a reality check in every sense. First, we cover the heartbreaking case of Jaysen Carr, a South Carolina boy who died from a brain-eating amoeba after swimming in a lake. His parents are now pushing for stronger warnings at local water spots. Southern summer fun shouldn’t come with hidden, microscopic death traps. Then: NFL drama takes a turn for the uncomfortable. Christian Wilk...

This Topic Tuesday hits you with the good, the wild, and the deeply disturbing. We’re kicking things off with a climate experiment straight out of sci-fi: California researchers secretly planned to spray salt water into the atmosphere over an ocean area bigger than Puerto Rico — all in an effort to dim the sun’s rays. (No, seriously. We’re apparently auditioning for Mad Max: Cloud Edition now.) Me...

This episode dives deep into the intersections of policy, humanity, and power — and what happens when they break. We begin with devastating news out of Gaza, where dozens of children and adults have died from starvation in July. With medical supplies cut off under Israel’s blockade, even treatable malnourishment is now fatal. We shift to a major medical milestone as the first babies with three bio...

Today’s episode brings the drama, the heartbreak, and the slow jams — thanks to ShizzyGetBizzy's Top 10 List of the Most Desperate R&B Lyrics of All Time. From begging on voicemail to crying in the rain with no umbrella, these lyrics have us asking: “Are you okay, sir?” We break down the thirstiest ballads that had artists sacrificing all dignity in the name of love. Did your favorite desperat...

Today’s show is a jaw-dropper from start to finish. The U.S. Department of Labor wants to roll back more than 60 workplace regulations — including protections for home health workers and exposure to harmful substances. What could go wrong? We also unpack the disturbing case of a Colorado man who died during cataract surgery while doctors allegedly played “music bingo.” His family just reached a se...

This morning, we’re asking the tough questions: How serious is police reform when the officer who killed Amir Locke in a no-knock raid is now training other cops on use-of-force? Plus, the USDA quietly rolls back protections for Black farmers, eliminating race and gender from benefit decisions — and what does it mean for DEI in federal programs? Meanwhile, deportations to the small African nation...

On this episode of The Mornin’ Experience with Marquis Lupton and Leise Winny, we’re asking: is reform real or just a press release? The Minneapolis officer who killed Amir Locke during a no-knock raid is now in charge of use-of-force training. Meanwhile, the USDA has axed race and gender as factors in benefits, ending decades of support for Black farmers. Plus, the U.S. quietly deported several c...

Today we break down a jam-packed news cycle you won’t want to miss. Inflation is on the rise again — and Trump’s tariffs are partly to blame. Meanwhile, 17 immigration judges across ten states just got pink-slipped without warning, sparking concerns over due process. And in a move that has humanitarians scratching their heads, the Trump administration is reportedly destroying nearly 500 metric ton...

On this week’s hilarious ShizzyGetBizzy Top Ten, he's diving into the wild, the petty, and the downright infuriating — it’s the Top Ten Things That Upset You in Traffic. From that one driver who refuses to use a turn signal to the lane hog holding up the fast lane like it’s a Sunday stroll — we’re calling them all out. Buckle up (literally), because this topic swerves between funny and relatable r...

⚖️ In Columbus, Ohio, a wrongful death lawsuit alleges police shot Antwan Lindsey 15 times — even after he complied with orders and raised his hands. The shooting stemmed from officers mistaking a Taser for gunfire. 🧑🏾‍⚖️ Meanwhile, a federal judge just put the brakes on the Trump administration’s immigration crackdowns in California, citing “a mountain of evidence” of racial profiling and unlaw...

Trending headlines and deeper truths. The main story: the family of Saniyah Cheatham, an 18-year-old who died in NYPD custody over the Fourth of July weekend, is demanding answers — and transparency. Her mother isn’t buying the official story, as the case echoes painful memories of Sandra Bland. Also in the mix: Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion go Instagram official — love and hardwood collid...

Thursday Newsmaker interview: Dr. Johnny Vega’s story is one of tragedy, triumph and trusting your dopeness. By day, Dr. Vega was once a rising sophomore at Millersville University, but was living a double life. By night he was a drug dealer in the city of Lancaster, who later was arrested and served 10 years in federal prison. Today, Dr. Vega goes around the country to tell his tale of redemption...

The Supreme Court says “nope” to a federal inmate trying to sue over an alleged prison assault — is solitary confinement now above the law? Meanwhile, a new national study shows that American kids are less healthy than ever, with rising rates of obesity, mental illness, and chronic illness putting them at serious risk. Then we shift gears to a viral business boom: one woman is bringing in $15–20k...

On this Topic Tuesday, Marquis, Shizz, and Leise Winny dig into the headlines with insight, humor, and side-eyes where needed. First up: over a decade after the Flint Water Crisis, most of the city's lead pipes have finally been replaced—progress, but at what cost and timeline? Then, it’s all aboard the controversy with Carnival Cruise Line’s new “no fun” rules—curfews, no hip-hop, and tighter can...

🚨 Microwave News is piping hot on The Mornin’ Experience! In today’s episode: 🗑️ Philly’s piling up — literally. Thousands of city workers are on strike, leaving trash on the streets, pools closed, and 911 calls delayed. Marquis and Shizz break down what sparked the chaos. 🌆 Meanwhile, Baltimore is breaking records in a good way — under Mayor Brandon Scott, the city’s murder rate has dropped to...

🎤 Story 1 – Is it defamation or just good old-fashioned hip-hop beef? Drake takes Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” to court — suing Universal Music Group for pushing a track he claims is slanderous. 👀 🚨 Story 2 – It’s billionaire vs. wannabe billionaire: Elon Musk throws shade (and campaign cash) at GOP lawmakers supporting Trump’s spending bill. Trump fires back with a deportation threat. Buckle...

What is a hobosexual, you ask? No, it’s not a typo. We’re talking about people who enter relationships just to avoid being homeless — crashing on couches, shacking up out of convenience, and bringing a whole new meaning to the phrase “love on the rocks.” Marquis and Shizz break down: 👤 Who qualifies as a hobosexual? 📈 Why this trend is on the rise post-pandemic and during a housing crisis. 💔 Th...

Red Lobster is back, baby! On today’s episode of The Mornin’ Experience with Marquis Lupton, we’re serving up hot stories fresher than cheddar bay biscuits. First up: Red Lobster claws its way out of bankruptcy in a surprise financial comeback that’s got seafood fans celebrating. Who’s behind the bounce back, and what’s next for the iconic chain? In sports: Could Dawn Staley become the first woman...

Today’s episode is dedicated to the unforgettable Ms. Diane L. Jefferson—our “Mom away from our Moms” at Shippensburg University. Her warmth, guidance, and unwavering support touched the lives of countless students and community members. Join us as we celebrate her legacy, share memories, and reflect on the profound impact she made on all of us. This one’s for you, Ms. Diane. Thank you for being f...

In this powerful episode of The Mornin' Experience, we sit down with Vaughn, a survivor of a devastating 2011 car accident on Route 30 in Paradise Township that claimed two lives and left him with a 1% chance of survival. With life-threatening injuries including a ruptured artery and a harrowing fight in the ICU at Lancaster General Hospital, Vaughn’s journey from tragedy to triumph is nothing sho...

It’s Hump Day on The Mornin’ Experience with Marquis Lupton — and you already know it’s time for Microwave News, where the headlines are hot and the takes are even hotter. First up: pure outrage. A jury awards damages to a grieving couple after a doctor shared graphic images of their decapitated newborn on Instagram. We dive into this shocking case of malpractice and social media ethics gone wrong...