Flags, Fame and Friction: Race, Patriotism, and Pop Culture

Luther Lives: Naybu Fullman Brings a Luther Vandross Tribute to The Queen

On this episode of Newz and Trendz, hosts Dave and Leonard welcome Wilmington native Naybu Fullman to discuss his musical journey—from performing in the U.S. Air Force and London to singing in Atlanta—and his acclaimed Luther Vandross tribute show. They cover the upcoming live event at The Queen Wilmington on August 15, 2026 (doors 6pm, show 7–9pm, general admission seating, tickets $40), audience participation, and behind-the-scenes stories from Naybu’s career. The conversation also touches on modern fame and social media strategies, AI in music, recent sports-media firings, and light-hearted segments about the hosts’ weekends and pop-culture hypotheticals.

Lunell Explodes on Air: ‘Put Some Respect on My Name’ After Radio Snub

Hosts Dave and Leonard recap a packed episode covering Lunell’s tense radio confrontation over a promotional snub, a shocking bison attack at Yellowstone that left a grandfather seriously injured, and chaotic scenes outside Jay‑Z’s Yankee Stadium concert where fans rushed gates before the show finally began. They also discuss the Miss Spelman controversy amid online backlash and share lighthearted talk about the new Spider‑Man movie and favorite Marvel heroes, mixing opinion, listener reaction, and firsthand weekend stories.

Flags, Fame and Friction: Race, Patriotism, and Pop Culture

Hosts Dave and Leonard break down recent headlines—from the rain-delayed One Philly concert and World Cup upsets to Nicki Minaj's White House visit—while reflecting on how this Fourth of July felt different amid current politics. The episode centers on the "America at 250" illustration and its message about enduring racial injustice, sparking a wider conversation about patriotism, celebrity choices, and what the nation’s 250th anniversary means for Black Americans.

Kirk Franklin Confronted After Canceled Philly Concert — Rain, Repentance, and Drama

Hosts Dave and Leonard cover the week’s top stories: Kirk Franklin’s tense exchange with a heckler after a rain-canceled Philadelphia show, reactions to new films and comedy, and Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” climbing to No.1 on the R&B digital chart thanks to renewed interest from his biopic. They also take a deep dive into Arsenio Hall’s most memorable TV moments, share personal takes on summer plans and favorite hot-weather foods and drinks, and close with listener interaction and show sign-off.

Newz & Trendz: Racist School Lawsuit, Juneteenth and World Cup Fever

Hosts Dave Coker and Leonard Young review the week’s top stories: Juneteenth events, the World Cup’s electrifying impact on American fans, and a mix of local headlines. They discuss a federal lawsuit after months of racist bullying at an elementary school, a community-built home for an 82-year-old woman with cancer, a pastor arrested in an undercover sting, and listener fun from Dave’s Corner about free food for life.