The Breakfast Club (iHeartPodcasts)
“Lil Nas X’s Dad Says He Does Not Do Drugs!”
Date: August 26, 2025
Host/Reporter: Lauren LaRosa
Guests/Additional Voices: Lil Nas X’s Dad, Lauren’s Mom
Episode Overview
This episode, featuring Lauren LaRosa's segment “The Latest with Lauren LaRosa,” focuses on the breaking news about Lil Nas X's recent arrest. Lauren breaks down the events surrounding his charges, shares exclusive comments from Lil Nas X’s father, and unpacks the media speculation, family statements, and legal developments. The discussion then shifts to broader conversations about Black representation in the media, colorism, and what it means for authenticity and mainstream visibility.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Lil Nas X’s Arrest: Breaking News and Legal Update
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Arrest Details ([02:22] – [03:54])
- Lil Nas X was arraigned on charges of felony battery on a police officer and resisting an executive officer.
- Pleaded not guilty at a Van Nuys, CA courthouse.
- Bail set at $75,000; family expected him to be bailed out soon.
- Next court appearance scheduled for September 15th.
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Clarifications on Initial Reports ([03:55] – [04:56])
- Initial police reports suggested a possible drug overdose.
- Lauren clarifies: Lil Nas X was first taken to the hospital, then booked, based on police suspicions.
2. Exclusive: Lil Nas X’s Father Speaks Outside the Courthouse
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Family’s POV & Denial of Drug Use ([04:38] – [06:36])
- Lil Nas X’s dad repeatedly credits God, expresses faith, and speaks on the family’s support.
- Firm denial of drug involvement:
"Drugs? Absolutely not." – Lil Nas X’s Dad ([04:38])
- Emphasizes Lil Nas X's remorse, good spirits, and mental well-being:
“He’s doing great mentally. He’s doing great mentally. He’s doing great mentally.” – Lil Nas X’s Dad ([05:28])
- The first thing Lil Nas X will do upon release:
"Give God all the glory." – Lil Nas X’s Dad ([05:57])
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Refuses to Discuss Details of the Incident
“I can’t tell you nothing about that night.” – Lil Nas X’s Dad ([06:10])
3. Media Narrative: Drugs, Mental Health, or Publicity Stunt?
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Lauren’s Analysis & Speculation ([06:36] – [09:52])
- Highlights the shift in narrative as Dad denies drug use, challenging initial overdose reports.
- Discusses possible defense strategies:
- Potential mental health episode (not necessarily drug-induced).
- Possibility of framing the incident as a prank gone too far (though less likely).
- Points out lack of mugshot, suggesting focus on courtroom video clips.
- Notes public skepticism, with many suspecting a publicity stunt for new music.
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Notable Prediction:
“He’s not guilty of what the cops are alleging…But at the same time, something happened here where they’re talking about him receiving help of some sort. Rehabilitation or something.” – Lauren LaRosa ([11:52])
4. Family Commentary on Allegations and Testing
- Lauren’s Mom’s Viewpoints ([09:52] – [14:15])
- Emphasizes the importance of solid medical testing to conclusively rule out drug involvement.
- Raises concerns over quick assumptions, sharing broader perspectives on drugging and responsibility.
- Supports giving Lil Nas X the benefit of the doubt and trusting in family support.
5. Representation in Media: Colorism and Authenticity
- Transition to Broader Topics ([18:00] – [23:52])
- Lauren reflects on her experience as a guest on “Brilliant Idiots” and how it differs from the Breakfast Club format.
- Shares personal stories related to colorism and Black girl representation on mainstream platforms:
"The minute a dark-skinned woman refers to herself as a real black girl, light-skinned women instantly take that as a diss." – Lauren LaRosa ([21:00])
- Celebrates the visibility of two brown-skinned women (her and Jess Hilarious) on mainstream radio.
- Discusses media elitism, hair, and the erasure of ‘around the way’ Black women from major platforms.
- Acknowledges improvements yet underscores ongoing issues around inclusion and authenticity.
6. The Importance of Staying Authentic On-Air
- Lauren on Navigating Her Role ([23:52] – [26:50])
- Lauren shares her journey of learning to be herself on-air versus conforming to mainstream expectations.
- Stresses the freedom she feels at the Breakfast Club to speak as herself and not as a “token Black girl.”
- Commends the show for embracing authenticity and being a space where all types of viewers/listeners learn and connect.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-----------|---------|-------| | 04:38 | Lil Nas X’s Dad | “God is good. God has a plan.” | | 04:56 | Lil Nas X’s Dad | “Drugs? Absolutely not.” | | 05:08 | Lil Nas X’s Dad | “He’s in good spirit. He’s all right. He’s...very remorseful for what happened, you know, but it can happen to any family.” | | 05:28 | Lil Nas X’s Dad | “He’s doing great mentally. He’s doing great mentally. He’s doing great mentally.” | | 05:57 | Lil Nas X’s Dad | “Give God all the glory. That’s what he’s gonna do when he first get out.” | | 06:36 | Lauren LaRosa | “Lil Nas X’s dad makes a very big statement... They ask about drugs... police believed that Lil Nas X was potentially ODing... but... according to his dad, which his dad just said on the record... drugs were not involved.” | | 09:52 | Lauren’s Mom | “Now, the fact is that he has to answer to the calling of the police out there, but that’s it so far.” | | 21:00 | Lauren LaRosa | “The minute a dark-skinned woman refers to herself as a real black girl, light-skinned women instantly take that as a diss... so many people miss what I said. It went over their heads.” | | 25:31 | Lauren LaRosa | “What I love about the Breakfast Club, is that the Breakfast Club? They don’t run from that, nor do they make us run from it… When you bring me into it, you’re going to get certain things. And I can’t get away from that.” | | 26:59 | Lauren’s Mom | “Who wants to live a life without some great expectations? And Lowriders, you’re the greatest in their expectations.” |
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Arrest Details & Legal Update: [02:22] – [03:54]
- Lil Nas X’s Dad Interview: [04:38] – [06:36]
- Lauren’s Analysis (Media Narrative): [06:36] – [09:52]
- Family Commentary & Speculation: [09:52] – [14:15]
- Representation & Colorism Discussion: [18:00] – [23:52]
- Authenticity & The Breakfast Club’s Impact: [23:52] – [26:50]
- Closing Reflections: [26:50] – [27:38]
Summary Flow & Tone
Lauren LaRosa provides an up-to-the-minute, fact-based account of Lil Nas X’s legal troubles while grounding the report in exclusive family commentary, cultural context, and a personal, conversational tone. The segment is fast-paced, informal, direct, and occasionally humorous, reflecting both the urgency of breaking news and the warmth of community discourse.
Useful Takeaways for Listeners
- Lil Nas X's dad categorically denies any drug involvement in his son’s legal troubles.
- The legal case is developing, with the next court date set for September 15.
- Team Lil Nas X is pleading not guilty and there’s speculation about mental health or possible publicity motives.
- Representation and colorism remain hot topics in Black media, with Lauren advocating for authentic, multi-tonal, and unapologetically Black voices in mainstream platforms.
- The Breakfast Club is highlighted as a place that allows for nuanced, authentic conversations often missing from other outlets.
For those who missed the episode, this summary captures all the vital updates, the authentic family narrative from Lil Nas X’s dad, and the broader discussions of culture and representation sparked in the aftermath.