The Breakfast Club – December 12, 2025

FULL SHOW: 21 Savage Told Drake Not To Beef With Kendrick, Dame Dash Reacts To 50 Cent’s Diddy Doc + Teofimo Lopez & Shakur Stevenson Interview

Overview

This episode of The Breakfast Club, hosted by DJ Envy, Charlamagne Tha God, Lauren LaRosa, and joined by Mimi Brown, dives into the latest cultural and sports topics: the aftermath of the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar rap beef, 21 Savage’s perspective on the conflict, reactions to the Diddy Netflix documentary (including Dame Dash’s new comments), and deep, candid interviews with boxers Teofimo Lopez and Shakur Stevenson ahead of their highly-anticipated Madison Square Garden bout. The episode blends serious discussion, playful banter, and listener engagement, maintaining the show’s sharp, humorous, and occasionally confrontational tone.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. New Music Friday & 21 Savage on Drake vs. Kendrick Beef

• 21 Savage’s New Album Drop: Charlamagne highlights the release, praising Savage’s comfort and growth as an artist ([04:13]).

  • “I’ve never heard him sound as comfortable as he sounds right now.” – Charlamagne Tha God ([04:20])

• 21 Savage’s Perspective on Drake vs. Kendrick:

  • In a clip from “Perspectives with Big Bank,” 21 recounts telling Drake not to enter the beef as “it’s a battle you can’t win… even if you win, you still don’t win.” ([21:28])
  • Notable Quote:

    “When you at the top, where does winning put you? You can’t go like number 1.1. So how the f*** could you win?” – 21 Savage ([21:28])

  • Charlamagne and Envy agree that real MCs thrive on competition, but acknowledge the risks: “When you engage in a fight, you may win, you may lose… But he just got his ass kicked. It’s okay, he’s still Drake at the end of the day.” – Charlamagne Tha God ([23:15])

• Impact on Kendrick’s Fame:

  • Debate on whether the Drake beef elevated Kendrick: Lauren says it made him trendier to new audiences, Charlamagne and Envy argue Kendrick was already a superstar ([29:36][30:18]).
  • Notable Quotes:

    “The beauty about Kendrick Lamar is every single time he drops an album, it’s an event.” – Charlamagne Tha God ([30:51])
    “But you gotta admit that ‘Not Like Us’ was a different level.” – DJ Envy ([31:08])

2. Boxing Interviews: Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson – Setting up the Superfight

Teofimo Lopez Interview ([42:40]–[65:55])

• Why Fight Shakur Now?

  • “I’m always willing to fight the best. People talk highly of Shakur, as they should, and I’m just here to do my part and put an upset.” – Teofimo Lopez ([42:55],[43:28])

• On Shakur’s Style & Mental Game:

  • Lopez claims Shakur’s defense is overrated and the real battle is psychological:

    “His mind. Once you penetrate the mind, that’s it. This game is boxing—it starts with the mind.” ([45:10])

• Mental Health in Boxing:

  • Lopez reflects on struggles and growth:

    “Part of the journey: you learn with struggle, you learn with obstacles…there’s not much you cannot achieve, so you push limits far beyond your own measures.” ([47:17])

• Controversies & Public Image:

  • Lopez addresses past comments seen as racist or controversial and says he’s often misunderstood, “I’m just trying to do something authentically. I just want to be the best at what I do.” ([59:24])
  • Denies sending racist gifts to opponents’ locker rooms, claims he just played along to stir up hype, and acknowledges learning about public perception ([62:44]).

• On Fighting Southpaws:

  • Lopez touts his record, “Never lost to a southpaw out of 200 fights.” ([53:33])
  • Shakur is “different, though,” Charlamagne retorts ([54:03]).

• Legacy & Next Steps:

  • Teofimo is focused on his next chapter, hinting at more big fights but trusting his team for future moves ([55:34]).

Shakur Stevenson Interview ([83:49])

• Finally, A Marquee Fight:

  • “Honestly, this is a moment I’ve been kind of waiting for my whole career.” ([84:02])
  • Shakur set up the fight with Teofimo himself and expresses respect for his opponent’s willingness.

• On Teofimo’s Mental & Physical Critiques:

  • Stevenson dismisses Lopez’s claim his defense is overrated:

    “He ain’t been in there with me. You don’t know how good my defense is until January 31st.” ([86:28])

  • Points to Lopez’s struggles with other southpaws as evidence Teofimo’s southpaw record isn’t predictive.

• The Stakes:

  • “We both know what we dealing with. Like, I know he the truth. He know I’m the truth.” ([87:39])
  • Admits this is his biggest payday, legacy-building fight, and he’s all-in mentally and physically ([90:53]).

• On Jake Paul and Tank Davis:

  • Shakur praises Jake Paul’s work for women’s boxing, says he’s improved as a fighter ([91:53]).
  • Downplays future Tank fight for now, but expresses interest in fighting Devin Haney and Lamont Roach ([93:21][94:02]).

• On Lopez’s Controversies:

  • Sees Lopez’s “racist” antics as “clout chasing,” not genuine racism:

    “He wanted to be in the spotlight... I think he’s clout chasing.” ([95:20])

3. Diddy Netflix Doc & Dame Dash’s Reaction

• Backstory on Exclusive Footage:

  • Lauren LaRosa explains how Netflix obtained exclusive Diddy footage—via a third-party cameraman, not due to unpaid bills ([66:25]), clarifying previous rumors.

• Dame Dash Reacts to Doc Release:

  • Dame Dash, previously adamant the doc would not come out, claims on “POV” he thought “coming from a street ethic…I honestly didn’t think he would ever do that.” Emphasizes he’d “never sit on a white man’s platform and down another Black man” ([69:57]).
  • Breakfast Club crew challenges Dame’s logic, pointing out contradictions:

    “What is YouTube? What is social media? Y'all do know when y'all on these platforms talking about other Black people, these white platforms, right?” – Charlamagne ([71:33])

• Petty Disputes:

  • Dame remains salty about Charlamagne calling his sneakers dirty, threatening defamation, which Charlamagne and the crew roundly mock ([73:01]).

4. Politics & News Highlights

Health Care Showdown in Congress ([07:23])

• Senate fails to pass bills, risking expiration of Obamacare subsidies—potential for 22 million Americans’ premiums to double.
• Senator Amy Klobuchar laments political gamesmanship ([08:25]).
• Charlamagne urges listeners to remember Republicans if their premiums go up:

  “So when you don’t have healthcare, when your healthcare prices shoot up, just know it’s because of Republicans.” ([10:40])

Instacart AI Price Discrimination ([39:15])

• Study finds Instacart uses AI to charge different prices to different customers—even at same time, same store.
• Lauren admits she’ll be double-checking her receipts from now on ([41:23]).
• The team debates the broader implications of AI for consumer fairness and society.

Immigration/Misconduct Updates ([34:15])

• Coverage of Kilmar Obrega Garcia’s release and continued deportation fight—a complicated story involving legal limbo, political posturing, and possible “example-setting” by the Trump administration ([35:00]).
• Update on Kentucky State University shooting ([38:00]).
• Michigan football coach dismissed for alleged assault and inappropriate relationship ([74:52]); hosts reflect on need for “discipline” among men in power.

5. Listener Calls & Favorite Moments

Get It Off Your Chest

• Playful yet pointed call-ins include debates over Charlamagne’s tone, personal stories about truck-driving rituals, and listeners calling out perceived hypocrisy ([12:12][15:33]).
• One memorable caller, Keisha from Florida, calls out Charlamagne for “tearing people down,” and stands proudly in her own skin:

  “I’m a proud 371 pounds on a thyroid problem… and I’m a hustler and a baller like that.” – Keisha ([16:44])

People’s Donkey Segment ([76:49])

• Listeners have their say on institutions and individuals they find deserving of “heehaw” ridicule, from university move-out policies to parental disputes.

Music Picks and Playlist Discussion ([98:20])

• Rob Markman introduces notable new music, including tracks from 21 Savage, Pooh Shiesty, Chris Patrick, and Fridayy. The crew debates the emerging “Big Three” of the new class (Chris Patrick, Ruben, Marco Platt), and the importance of musical evolution.
• Playful roasting and camaraderie, e.g., Charlamagne clowning about Shake Weight references ([100:11]).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• On Rap Beefs and Competition:

  • “When you at the top, where does winning put you? You can’t go like number 1.1. So how the f*** could you win?” – 21 Savage ([21:28])
  • “You engage in a fight, you may win, you may lose… but he just got his ass kicked. It’s OK. He’s still Drake at the end of the day.” – Charlamagne Tha God ([23:15])

• On the Elevation of Kendrick:

  • “Kendrick was already Kendrick before all of this… but every single time he drops, it’s an event.” – Charlamagne Tha God ([30:51])

• On Making Big Fights Happen:

  • “I’m always willing to fight the best… just here to do my part and put an upset.” – Teofimo Lopez ([43:28])
  • “He know I’m the truth. I know he the truth… he’s going to take me to that next level.” – Shakur Stevenson ([87:39])

• Candid Listener Moment:

  • “I’m a proud 371 pounds on a thyroid problem… cootie cat good. Six kids. They can’t stay out of it. Don’t play.” – Keisha ([16:44])

• On AI and Transparency:

  • “AI is like anything else: it’s going to be some positive benefits, but there’s going to be a lot of negative benefits. You just got to ask yourself, do the pros outweigh the cons?” – Charlamagne Tha God ([41:36])

• On Dame Dash and Platforms:

  • “What is social media? Y’all do know when y’all on these platforms talking about other Black people, these white platforms, right?” – Charlamagne Tha God ([71:33])

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Intro & New Music – [02:42]–[06:58]
• Senate Health Care Showdown & Front Page News – [07:19]–[11:51]
• Listener Calls (“Get it Off Your Chest”) – [12:05]–[20:04]
• 21 Savage & Rap Beef Debate – [20:04]–[33:55]
• Immigration Detention Case; AI Price Issues – [34:15]–[41:59]
• Teofimo Lopez Interview – [42:40]–[65:55]
• Dame Dash/Netflix Diddy Doc – [66:25]–[73:52]
• Listener Donkey of the Day Segment – [76:49]–[83:29]
• Shakur Stevenson Interview – [83:49]–[97:52]
• Music Picks/Playlist Discussion – [98:20]–[104:10]

Tone/Language

The tone is energetic, fast-paced, irreverent, and humorous—signature to The Breakfast Club. The hosts switch between serious current events, hip-hop culture commentary, personal stories, and playful jabs, both with each other and their interviewees/listeners. The language is direct and often unfiltered, with an emphasis on authenticity and real talk.

For Listeners Who Missed It

This jam-packed episode delivers candid insights into two of today’s biggest young boxers, pulls the curtain back on rap beef and documentary drama, and keeps it real about health care, AI, and what’s really happening in music right now. You’ll get hip hop news, sports, and plenty of wild, hilarious moments—Breakfast Club style.