Best Kerri Francis Podcasts (2025)

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Clipse Reunion + Freedom Friday + Shani's Algorithm (5/30/25) 1:22:30

2h ago1:22:30

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/30/25 - Booking Kid’s Camps, Shani’s Social Media Algorithm, Clipse Reunion, Fake Info on Social Media, Emotional Support Kangaroo, Cardi B Drama, Freedom Friday, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus em…

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The Trump Administration's Attack on Harvard 58:04

23h ago58:04

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As Harvard students celebrated the end of their academic journey, just six miles away the school's lawyers were in court, fighting back against President Trump's attempt to ban international students. That is only one front in a sustained attack by this administration on Harvard. For scholars of democracy, targeting higher education is both shockin…

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Cassie Gives Birth + Trump Pardons NBA YoungBoy (5/29/25) 1:18:08

1d ago1:18:08

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/29/25 - Stefon Diggs Boat Video, Cassie Gives Birth, Karoline Leavitt played herself, Knicks face elimination, Keyshia Cole, Trump Pardons NBA YoungBoy, Peculiar Names, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gu…

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Protests, Suffering Mark 600 Days Since Hamas Attack 58:09

2d ago58:09

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Protestors are blocking highways and raising their voices in Israel today, calling for the release of hostages, as they mark 600 days since the horrors of the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. One of those hostages was Omer Shem Tov, who was kidnapped by Hamas and held for more than 500 days before being released in February. Bianna Golodryga spoke …

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Fivio Foreign in Jail + Knicks In Seven? + NYC Mayoral Race (5/28/25) 1:43:50

2d ago1:43:50

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/28/25 - NYC Mayoral Race, Fivio Foreign in jail, Knicks Disappointment, White-Ish Wednesday, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email [email protected] To be a part of Freedom Friday email …

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Israel Warns of 'Unprecedented Attack' 57:56

3d ago57:56

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Israeli strikes have killed dozens in Gaza in the past few days alone, with the death toll there now well over 50,000. The IDF has issued evacuation orders for most of southern Gaza. It warns an "unprecedented attack" is coming as Israel plans to occupy 75% of the enclave in two months. CNN correspondent Jeremy Diamond joins from Jerusalem. Also on…

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Cowboy Carter Recap + Knicks Watch Party (5/27/25) 1:30:21

3d ago1:30:21

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/27/25 - Cowboy Carter at MetLife, the American Music Awards, white South Africans in America, Knicks Game 4, Bieber at the Grand National tour and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email theguru@ebrointh…

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John Kerry on a New Era of Foreign Policy Under Trump 27:44

5d ago27:44

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Former Secretary of State under President Barack Obama and Joe Biden's climate envoy, John Kerry discusses the current administration's climate U-turn, and what it means for China. He also speaks to Christiane about the administration's Ukraine policy and what kind of deal Trump might be able to negotiate with Iran. Then, Bridget Brink, the former …

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Former US Secretary of State John Kerry 57:50

7d ago57:50

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio was called to Capitol Hill to defend the Trump Administration's agenda this week. Perhaps no policy has felt the Trump undoing as much as climate change. John Kerry is someone who has led the US on all of these issues, as President Biden's Special Climate Envoy as well as Secretary of State under President Obama. He j…

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Knicks Redemption Night + Freedom Friday (5/23/25) 1:11:51

7d ago1:11:51

1:11:51

Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/23/25 - Kid Cudi at the Diddy Trial, Can Get Worse for the Knicks, Will Laura Stylez Make the Cowboy Carter tour, Remy and Papoose Drama, cold Memorial Day weekend, Freedom Friday, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a pa…

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Deadly DC Attack Brings Condemnation, Questions 57:57

8d ago57:57

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Officials from around the world are condemning the killing of two Israeli embassy staff in Washington DC. The attack comes at a time of heightened threats towards Israeli embassies globally, and a global rise in antisemitism, amid outrage over the country's conduct in Gaza. Correspondent Alex Marquardt joins the show from Washington, DC to discuss.…

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Knicks Devastation + DJ John Gets Scammed (5/22/25) 1:03:19

8d ago1:03:19

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/22/25 - Cowboy Carter Comes to Town, Memorial Day Weekend, Rod Wave arrested, Knicks Lose Game One, Juanyto Got Scammed, Too Good to be True, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email theguru@ebrointhe…

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Why the US Needs to Support Ukraine 43:26

9d ago43:26

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Russia continues to pound Ukraine, with drone attacks overnight coming just hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke to his American counterpart Donald Trump. Last month Bridget Brink resigned her post as US Ambassador to Ukraine in protest over the Trump Administration's marked change in policy towards Russia and Ukraine. She joins the s…

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Beatles-Ish Wednesday + Biggie's Birthday (5/21/25) 1:33:13

9d ago1:33:13

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/21/25 - Ryan Clark and RG3 Beef, Brandy and Monica on tour, Biggie’s Birthday, NYC Mayoral Race, Knicks at Night, rooting for the home team, Joey Badass Keeps Dropping, Beatles-Ish Wednesday, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning!…

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Israel in the Diplomatic Crosshairs 58:08

10d ago58:08

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The UK is making its frustration with its ally Israel known today, summoning its ambassador, pausing trade negotiations and sanctioning West Bank settlers. France and Canada also threatened to take "concrete action" against Israel. CNN's Jerusalem correspondent Jeremy Diamond joins the show from Tel Aviv. Also on today's show: Rim Turkmani, Directo…

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Hot Take Tuesday + The Drop Dead Years (5/20/25) 1:13:22

10d ago1:13:22

1:13:22

Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/20/25 - Sesame Street on Netflix, Hot Take Tuesday, spending $30 on booger bites, the drop dead years, kids in court, Memorial Day Weekend, BBQ is overrated, hot take Tuesday, Megan Thee Stallion shooting drama and much more! All that and more on E…

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WWE Star Zelina Vega On Winning Women's US Championship, Her Journey + Rhea Ripley 21:45

11d ago21:45

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Zelina Vega joins Ebro In The Morning to discuss her victory, the highs and lows of her journey on becoming a superstar WWE wrestler, and her friendship with Rhea Ripley! Enjoy this candid conversation between Women's United States Champion, Ebro and Rosenberg! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Trump-Putin Phone Call 57:55

11d ago57:55

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First: Last week, President Donald Trump said, “Nothing’sgoing to happen until Putin and I get together.” Now they have on the phone. Butwhat will it mean for Ukraine. Then: Hundreds of people were killed in Gaza in a matter ofdays as Israel ramps up airstrikes and its ground offensive. Israeli journalistRonen Bergman joins the show to discuss. Plu…

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Ebro Takes Laura to Court + Knicks Fans Doing Too Much? (5/19/25) 1:29:31

11d ago1:29:31

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/19/25 - Ebro takes Laura to Family Court, Joe Biden Cancer, Knicks Fans Doing Too Much?, Mexican Navy Ship Crash, Chris Brown in Trouble and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email theguru@ebrointhemorni…

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Takeaways From Trump's Middle East Trip 42:43

13d ago42:43

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With Israel conspicuously absent from Trump's first major Middle East trip, Christiane speaks with Biden's former Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman about the ethical concerns surrounding his overseas deals and meetings, the U.S. role in the war in Gaza, and new revelations about efforts by Biden's inner circle to conceal his decline ahead of …

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Joe Kay On Collaborative Producing, Afro-Fusion + New EP 'If Not Now, Then When'! 22:34

13d ago22:34

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Joe Kay sits down with Ebro on HOT 97 to discuss collaborative producing, Afro-Fusion and his New EP 'If Not Now, Then When.' You can hear Jo on Soulection Radio on Apple Music and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By HOT 97

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How The World Economy Impacts Africa 57:56

14d ago57:56

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Africa has been uniquely impacted by the economic rollercoaster of 2025, with the African Development Bank warning that tariffs could send "shockwaves" through the dozens of nations impacted, reducing trade and raising debt. The ADB aims to reduce poverty and living conditions for Africans across the continent, and its President Akinwumi Adesina jo…

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Jamelle Bouie On Journalism Post-Trump And Sidney Hillman Awards 17:40

14d ago17:40

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Jamelle Bouie joins Ebro In The Morning to discuss journalism in the second Trump presidency and the Sidney Hillman Awards. All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By HOT 97

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Knicks In Six? + NJ Transit on Strike + A Heartwarming Freedom Friday (5/16/25) 1:25:01

14d ago1:25:01

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/16/25 - a Heartwarming Freedom Friday, New York Sports Holiday, Knicks Game 6, Subway Series, Chris Brown Back in Trouble, NJTransit Strike, New Rihanna Song, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email …

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Peace Talks Missing Presidents 57:59

15d ago57:59

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Delegations from Russia and Ukraine are due to meet in Turkey for peace talks but the leaders of both countries will not be present, despite President Putin proposing the talks take place. Moscow has notably withheld its top diplomatic heavyweights, which according to Zelensky, means the nation is "not serious" about peace. US President Donald Trum…

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We Bought Unopened Amazon Packages in the Bronx + New Ryan Coogler Project (5/15/25) 1:28:19

15d ago1:28:19

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/15/25 - Trump in the Middle East, Being Scared of Spiders, Buying Unopened Amazon Packages, Does Anyone Care, New Ryan Coogler Project and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email theguru@ebrointhemorning…

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What's Trump Up To in the Gulf? 57:44

16d ago57:44

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President Trump received a lavish welcome in Qatar today, the second stop on his tour of Gulf nations. While the primary focus of his trip is making deals -- yesterday he announced a $600 billion deal with Saudi Arabia -- he also said he's lifting all sanctions on Syria that were imposed during that country's brutal civil war. Correspondent Jeff Ze…

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Diddy Trial Update + White-Ish Wednesday (5/14/25) 1:44:22

16d ago1:44:22

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/14/25 - India and Pakistan, Trump Plane, Knicks Up 3-1, DDG in trouble at home, Adin Ross hating on Doechii, Diddy Trial Update, White-Ish Wednesday and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email theguru@eb…

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Kerry Washington on the Met Gala, Working w/ Method Man and 'Shadow Force' 25:28

17d ago25:28

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Kerry Washington joins Ebro In The Morning to discuss her magical night at the Met Galaaaaa, acting alongside Method Man, her Bronx roots, and the upcoming film 'Shadow Force'! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By HOT 97

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The Significance of Trump Bypassing Israel 58:15

17d ago58:15

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Today US President Donald Trump landed in Saudi Arabia, the first stop on his first major foreign trip since returning to office. After Riyadh, he'll go on to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Notably absent from his itinerary is Israel. On Monday, the US went around Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to secure the release of Edan Alexander, the fi…

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Let's Go Knicks + Diddy Trial Update + Hot Take Tuesday (5/13/25) 1:36:41

17d ago1:36:41

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/13/25 - Tory Lanez Attacked In Prison, Let’s Go Knicks, RFK swimming in sewage, Diddy trial update, Hot Take Tuesday, Shellfish is Overrated, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email theguru@ebrointhe…

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American Hostage Released, But Others Remain 58:11

18d ago58:11

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Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage, saying it's part of steps towards a ceasefire deal and an end to the Israeli blockade that has lasted more than two months. Edan’s release is a moment of hope for Israel but there are still hostages trapped in Gaza and their loved ones continue to live in this nightmare. Among the…

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A Plane from Qatar + Mayor Adams Smoking Hookah (5/12/25) 1:34:20

18d ago1:34:20

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/12/25 - A Plane From Qatar, Mayor Adams Hookah with Nems, Mayor Ras Baraka arrested by ICE, showing off at the playground, US-China Tariff Resolution, gatekeeping spots, the “Thought You Still Had It” hotline, Kendrick and SZA at American Dream and…

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Europe Marks VE Day as Trump Tests Transatlantic Alliance 42:40

20d ago42:40

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Eighty years since Nazi Germany surrendered, Europe marks VE Day as the once unbreakable transatlantic bond faces new pressure under the "America First" president of Donald Trump. Christiane speaks with Finland's President, Alexander Stubb, about his relationship with Trump, the future of NATO and Ukraine, and the Russia-China anti-Western alliance…

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Finnish President Alexander Stubb 57:41

21d ago57:41

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As Europe celebrates the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, Ukraine is still under brutal Russian attack. And while Donald Trump vowed to end the war in 24 hours, three months into his second term the negotiations have stalled. Christiane speaks with a man who might have an insight into Trump's tactics: Finnish president Alexander Stubb. …

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Kendrick & SZA Night One Recap + The New American Pope (5/9/25) 1:34:55

21d ago1:34:55

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/9/25 - Freedom Friday, Newark Airport Madness, Kendrick and SZA Recap, BET Award Nominations, 25 Years of Supreme Clientele, The Game drama, American Pope, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email the…

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Assessing America's Role 80 Years After WWII 53:59

22d ago53:59

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Today's 80th anniversary of victory over the Nazis in Europe feels like an occasion for reflection, as threats escalate in India and Pakistan and Russia’s brutal war of aggression in Ukraine drags on. So, is America still the indispensable nation, able to facilitate peace? Or has that historic role evaporated? Leon Panetta has been Congressman, Whi…

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Knicks Excitement + Dogs Attacking Dogs (5/8/25) 1:29:53

22d ago1:29:53

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/8/25 - It’s Only May, Knicks Hype Train, Bobby Shmurda Tour Cancelled, Dog Attacking Dogs, Dogs Are Animals, Kehlani Central Park Show cancelled by Mayor Adams, Fraud Hotline, new Doechii coming soon and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The …

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India vs. Pakistan 1:01:35

23d ago1:01:35

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India and Pakistan's long-simmering tensions burst out in the open today, when India struck Punjab province and Pakistan's side of Kashmir, killing nearly 30 people. The military action comes on the heels of a militant attack in April that killed 26 people on the Indian side of Kashmir. Correspondent Nic Robertson has been following this story clos…

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25 Years of the BET Awards + White-Ish Wednesday (5/7/25) 1:43:38

23d ago1:43:38

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/7/25 - White-ish Wednesday, Trump losing lawsuits, 25 years of the BET Awards, fake news about AOC’s brother, Newark Airport Debacle, Smokey Robinson lawsuit, spraying air freshener in your mouth, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Mor…

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Carney Meets Trump 57:47

24d ago57:47

57:47

Canada's new Prime Minister Mark Carney came face to face with US President Donald Trump at the White House today. The old, steady alliance is now more fraught than ever, with President Trump slapping tariffs on his neighbor and threatening to make it the 51st state. Frank McKenna is former Canadian Ambassador to the US, and he joins the show from …

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Chaos at the Newark Airport + Met Gala Recap (5/6/25) 1:23:33

24d ago1:23:33

1:23:33

Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/6/25 - Day After the Met Gala, Chaos at the Newark Airport, Diddy’s “First Day” In Court, Hot Take Tuesday, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email [email protected] To be a part of Freedo…

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Are Trump's Policies on Illegal Immigration Legal? 58:04

25d ago58:04

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President Donald Trump says it's his hardline stance on immigration that helped put him back in the White House. Opponents say Trump's deportation spree is running roughshod over the Constitution. Immigration law expert Marielena Hincapié joins the show to discuss. Also on today's show: Vickie Patton, General Counsel, Environmental Defense Fund; La…

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Two Million Person Lady Gaga Show + Potential Pope Donald (5/5/25) 1:11:46

25d ago1:11:46

1:11:46

Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/5/25 - Ebro Learns What “IG Official” Means, 2025 Met Gala, Pope Donald, Kentucky Derby Hats, Workplace Bathrooms, 2 Million People at Lady Gaga Concert, Trump Defunding NPR, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of …

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Trump 2.0 After 100 Days & America's Illiberal Roots 42:31

27d ago42:31

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The first 100 days of the Trump administration have been deemed chaotic and overzealous, even by Americans, with multiple polls this week showing the President's approval rating underwater, even on his signature issues like the economy and mass deportations. There is an uneasy feeling that Trump is pushing America and the world away from democratic…

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America's Reputation Under Trump 57:37

28d ago57:37

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For more than 100 days, President Trump has tested the very limits of executive power by defying the courts, pressuring universities and law firms, and deporting people to foreign prisons. It is prompting some soul searching abroad and at home: what exactly does America now represent on the world stage? Two leading historians - Jill Lepore and Timo…

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Is Freedom Friday a "Glaze Fest?" + A New Type of Road Rage (5/2/25) 1:23:36

28d ago1:23:36

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/2/25 - Freedom Friday, Baby Models, Kanye’s Dentist Beef, pooping on cars, the Furries Act, Wings of the same bird, is Freedom Friday a glaze fest, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email theguru@ebr…

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Assessing US-Ukraine Minerals Deal 58:09

29d ago58:09

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Could today's critical minerals deal be a win-win for the United States and Ukraine? It marks a hard turn from the bitter oval office meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelensky in February. Now the deal must be ratified by the Ukrainian parliament, where Oleksandr Merezhko chairs the foreign affairs committee. He joins the show to discuss. Also …

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Kanye's Crash Out Continues + Young People Dating the Elderly (5/1/25) 1:19:52

29d ago1:19:52

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Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 5/1/25 - Grand National & Cowboy Carter Tour, Lakers Eliminated, the Kanye Crash Out Continues, Dating Elderly People, and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email [email protected] To be a part …

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Immigration Expert David J. Bier 58:12

30d ago58:12

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Today immigration authorities finally released detained Palestinian Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi following a judge's order. He was arrested earlier this month after arriving for an interview for his US citizenship petition. This news comes as a a new CNN poll shows a majority of Americans say the President Trump has gone too far on im…

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