Rooting For Everyone Black ( Oscar Wins and SXSW real conversations with Ciara)

Summary

---

The Breakfast Club: "Rooting For Everyone Black"

Episode Date: March 16, 2026
Host: The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts
Featured Guests: Lauren LaRosa, Dr. Moore, Ciara

---

Episode Overview

This episode is a celebration and deep-dive into Black excellence at the Oscars and the critical role of pop culture in amplifying health conversations, particularly around HIV prevention. Lauren LaRosa gives her unique perspective on the groundbreaking moments from this year’s Oscars and the power of representation. The episode also features a candid, insightful panel discussion from SXSW with Ciara and Dr. Moore, exploring the intersection of music, media, and public health, urging listeners to break taboos and advocate for their communities.

---

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Oscars 2026: Wins, Representation, and Moments that Matter ([03:02]–[07:33])

• Celebrating Black Achievements:

  • Teyana Taylor’s performance and nomination for Best Supporting Actress is praised, despite her not taking home the trophy. Lauren says her energy shows that “Sis already won. She understood the assignment. She did award season very fashionably, very clean.” ([03:34])
  • Significant Oscar milestones: Michael B. Jordan wins Best Actor at his first nomination, Ryan Coogler wins Original Screenplay — historic victories for Black creatives.

• Reflection on Awards’ Importance:

  • Lauren urges listeners to “think about what causing the conversation means,” highlighting how just being nominated breaks barriers for future generations.

  • Notable Quote:

    “As much as people say this stuff doesn’t matter, I feel like this stuff matters. It puts your work amongst the greats and hangs them in great places.”
    — Lauren LaRosa ([07:33])

  • Discussing how rarely Black directors win: “If Ryan Coogler had won best director, he would have been the first Black man to win best director in 98 years of the Oscars.” ([07:45])

• Michael B. Jordan on the Value of Recognition:

  • Notable Quote:

    “My father always told me, don’t expect anything to be handed to you. Do the work, and everything else is going to figure itself out...you can’t take anybody’s blessings away from anybody else. So I’m just, like, walking my path, man, and just trying to be locked in.”
    — Michael B. Jordan, via Lauren ([06:03])

2. SXSW “Real Conversations” — Ciara, Dr. Moore, and Lauren on Music & HIV Stigma ([07:33]–[41:44])

Music as a Vehicle for Change

• Ciara Pushes the Conversation Forward:

  • Using her hit “1, 2 Step” in an HIV awareness campaign, Ciara discusses how music and pop culture are perfect entry points for important conversations.

  • Notable Quote:

    “I’ve always said there’s the three M’s of the most powerful forces on earth: Music, money, and medicine. And…music can be a healing source for those that may be suffering from terminal illnesses that medicine can’t even cure.”
    — Ciara ([16:35])

  • Lauren notes:

    “If you’re having conversations the right way and you’re utilizing pop culture the right way, you can literally change somebody’s life.” ([15:31])

The Power — and Responsibility — of Media & Platforms

• Leveraging Influence:
  • Ciara and Lauren agree it’s vital for those with platforms to normalize health conversations and use music/media to end taboos.
  • “There’s something about the power of urban pop culture. Pop culture is able to...sometimes the message just travels faster through music.” — Ciara ([16:35])
  • “If you have a platform, that is the best thing that you could do for people because there’s so much other noise out there.” — Lauren ([31:13])

Breaking Down HIV Prevention Myths

• Sobering Stats:

  • Dr. Moore shares that in 2023, Black women accounted for 50% of new HIV diagnoses, yet less than 2% were using PrEP as prevention. ([28:59])

  • Notable Quote:

    “Knowing is the most important thing. Once you know, we have treatment, we have prevention available, that HIV is not a death sentence.”
    — Dr. Moore ([28:20])

  • Ciara adds it’s not just a Black issue; the Latino community is also heavily impacted. ([30:07])

  • Both stress that sharing stories and facts is crucial—hearing firsthand accounts (like Hadiya’s) changes perceptions and saves lives. ([33:13])

Addressing Stigma & Accessibility

• Cultural Barriers:
  • Lauren admits many in her group chat have never even discussed getting tested; she raises the importance of “dumb questions” and safe spaces to learn. ([26:04])
  • The group discusses the fear of knowing one’s status and urges moving past this for the sake of empowerment and health. ([28:20])
• Advocacy Amid Policy Rollbacks:
  • As some states roll back support for HIV care, Dr. Moore and Ciara call for doubling down on advocacy and ensuring health messages reach where “they need to go.” ([39:52–41:35])
  • Notable Quote:

    “We have to make noise. We have to make ourselves big enough to be seen and be heard and for that impact to be felt at that level.”
    — Dr. Moore ([40:29])

---

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Lauren LaRosa:

  "To use [the song] to have a conversation that should belong to everybody as well, I think it was a great correlation, and it’s catchy. So that works." ([14:48])

• Ciara:

  "My legacy...the thread through is my health. If I don't have my health right, then I can't be great in all those areas." ([25:19])

• On Storytelling & Advocacy:

  “We gotta just, it’s on us now. Like we just gotta do it.” — Lauren LaRosa ([34:41])

• On the urgency of communication:

  “Culture and media is like our love language amongst all of us…so if you’re on these platforms, like, tell people…what are you really providing for people?” — Lauren LaRosa ([41:44])

---

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [03:02–07:33]: Lauren recaps Oscars results, historic wins, significance
• [07:33–10:04]: Discussion of why representation and conversation matter; Michael B. Jordan’s perspective
• [14:03–17:41]: SXSW: How “1, 2 Step” became “1, 2 PrEP” — using music in health messaging
• [18:19–20:22]: Music as a catalyst in healthcare education; personal caregiving and spreading information
• [24:08–26:04]: Making health “cool,” confidence through staying informed about one’s status
• [28:20–29:37]: Data on Black women and HIV, underutilization of PrEP
• [39:52–41:44]: Policy barriers to HIV care, need for media advocacy and cultural action

---

Conclusion

This episode balances celebratory energy with urgent calls to action. The wins at the Oscars signal progress but also highlight ongoing gaps in representation. The SXSW panel makes clear the power of pop culture and music for igniting change—especially crucial as some states restrict access to HIV care. Listeners are called to leverage their platforms and voices, educate themselves and others, and keep pushing for health equity and deeper conversations in the community.

---

Transcript

[Lauren LaRosa]

This is an iHeart podcast.

[Dr. Moore]

Guaranteed Human Whether you're calling the wise women in your life, video calling your girlfriends across the country, or checking in

[Lauren LaRosa]

on someone who always knows how to make you smile, staying Connected matters those

[Dr. Moore]

small conversations, shared laughs and quick hellos

[Lauren LaRosa]

are what keep relationships strong, even when life gets busy.

[Dr. Moore]

Some of the most life giving conversations

[Lauren LaRosa]

start with just a phone call. That's why AT and T guarantees a network you can rely on, so you

[Dr. Moore]

can focus on the moments and people

[Lauren LaRosa]

that matter the Most. That's the AT&T guarantee. AT&T connecting changes everything. Terms and conditions apply. Visit att.comguarantee for details.

[Commercial/Announcer]

You're listening to a podcast, so you're doing something else too. Like maybe scrolling home listings on Redfin saving places you like without thinking you'll get them. Because that's what house hunting has become. But Redfin isn't built for endless browsing. It's built to help you find and own a home. Redfin agents close twice as many deals as other agents, which means when you find a place you love, you've got a real shot at getting it. Redfin helps turn saved listings into real addresses. Get [e-mail] own the dream do you

[Dr. Moore]

want to find a stress free way to buy your next car? Start at CarMax and shop your way. If you want to browse with confidence, get pre qualified online with no impact on your credit score and shop cars within your budget. From luxury cars to family rides, CarMax has options for almost every price range, including more than 25,000 cars priced under $25,000. So hey, want to get started? Just head to CarMax.com for details and get pre qualified today. Want to drive CarMax busted appliance? This is your sign to upgrade Shop at Lowe's to get up to 35% off and next day delivery on hundreds of major appliances. Lowes we help you Save valid through 318 while supplies last. Selection varies by location. Order by 4pm Available Monday through Saturday, subject to availability, fees, exclusions and restrictions apply. See Lowes.com appliancedelivery for more details.

[Commercial/Announcer]

Visit your nearby Lowes on Colorado street in Kennewick. Greenlight helps kids learn about money the way most of us never did by actually using it. It's a debit card and money app that teaches kids to earn, save and spend in real life by not just swipe and hope for the best. Learning happens naturally in the moment. Parents can set limits, see spending in real time, and guide better habits along the way all in one place without constant check ins or cash runs. Don't wait. Try greenlight Risk free [e-mail]. try Greenlight.

[Lauren LaRosa]

I'm the homegirl that knows a little bit about everything and every body. You know, she don't lie about that, right?

[Dr. Moore]

Lauren came in.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Hey, y'.

[Commercial/Announcer]

All, what's up?

[Lauren LaRosa]

It's Lauren LaRosa. And this is the latest with Lauren LaRosa. This is your daily dig on all things pop culture, entertainment news, and all of the conversations that shake the room. Baby. Oh, good morning, guys. I mean, we honestly checking in behind the scenes of the grind. It's just excitement. The Oscars are going down, have happened, and there is a lot to celebrate. Our girl Teyana Taylor did not go home with the Oscar. But if I'm being honest, Teyana Taylor won this award season. Okay. Jumping right on into the latest because, yes, like, let, let's. Let's just go on over there and I got a conversation that is going to shake this room for sure today. Let's get into it. So Teyana Taylor did not win. She was up for best supporting actress, and it was a very tough category. She was nominated alongside a few other amazing women, including Wni Masaku from Sinners and Amy Magden for weapons. And Amy Magden actually took the award home. And I mean, she shouted out Teyana Taylor in her award speech and then also Tiana Taylor, like, when they announced because, you know, people are always watching to see, like, how people feel about, like, okay, that person won. Let's. Let's pan to them and let's see how they feel. The way Teyana Taylor was so energetic, so excited all night long. Like, all night long. Like, it honestly, it's like her energy gives. She knows even though she did not take home that trophy for this particular award because one battle after another did win several awards that evening. Sis already won. She understood the assignment. She did award season very fashionably, very clean. You know, she has everybody talking about how she is, you know, Hollywood's new girl, even though she's been around, but it's just amazing to see. And I mean, I don't know about you guys, but if you've been following just even the Oscar predictions and all the things, it was slated that she was going to have an amazing award season. Like, just to be in the conversation alone is just so amazing for Teyana Taylor. So I'm so proud of her. Michael B. Jordan took home the award for best actor, which was his first nomination. Ryan Coogler is officially an Oscar winner, winning original Screenplay. There's just so much excitement here. I want you guys to like, you know, as you're watching these award shows, you know, the Oscars, if you haven't watched it or anything, moving forward, like, a lot of times when I'm watching them, it's like, okay, I want certain people to win. I want certain things to happen. But I always think about, like, just what causing the conversation means. They had asked Michael B. Jordan after the Oscars, how does he feel? What's his message to people who tell black actors to not care about the awards? Because a lot of times we get shut out of them, right? And here's what he had to say

[Dr. Moore]

as someone who just on tonight. What does this recognition mean to you

[Lauren LaRosa]

and to other writers?

[Dr. Moore]

Coming up, man. Feel like it feels timely. You know, I feel like, like I said before, I'm here because of the people that came before me. You know, Sydney and Denzel and, you know, Halle Berry and Forrest and, you know, all those actors who graced the stage and not looking for awards and not looking for acknowledgement. They're artists. They want to do the work, you know, and that's something I've always focused on, was trying to do the work. My father always told me, don't expect anything to be handed to you. You know, do the work, you know, and everything else is going to figure itself out. And, you know, there is a selfishness in understanding that in your craft, in your industry, this is a pinnacle, and this is what our industry standard is, what we put value on in a big way. That. That competitiveness, you do want that, you know, but at the same time, there's a, you know, what's for you is for you, and you can't take anybody's blessings away from anybody else. So I'm just, like, walking my path, man, and just trying to be locked in. So I would encourage other actors and other, you know, artists, no matter what, you know, their medium is to try to keep that in mind and be honest and truthful and just, you know, do, you know, dream big, man. You know, dream big and. And be kind, bro. Be honest. I'm really. I'm really big on, like, pouring into the universe, and the universe is gonna pour back into you. And that's. That's how I try to live. You know what I'm saying?

[Lauren LaRosa]

Because if you think about it, like, I mean, as much as people say this stuff doesn't matter, I feel like this stuff matters. It puts your work amongst the greats and hangs them in great places. And even Though Sinners is great and what it did for box office is legendary regardless of an Oscar. You gotta like, I mean, think about the fact that. So if Michael B. Jordan. I'm sorry, if Ryan Coogler had won best director, he would have been the first black man to win best director in 98 years of the Oscars. As sad as that stat is, think about how groundbreaking that is for another director. But even though he didn't win, think about what seen Ryan Coogler in all of the Sinners cast there, how groundbreaking it is for other creators, entertainers, directors. So shout out to everybody. Shout out to all the winners. Shout out to everybody that just made it in the conversation, in the room, on the stage. Okay, how about that? But speaking of stages and rooms, I did a live conversation over the weekend at south by Southwest for iheart with Ciara. She is not just an artist, I mean, iconic. My goodies. It's just 21 years of, you know, just that era of good feeling music. And now Sierra is using her song one two Step to help people understand why they should be doing everything they can to prevent hiv in, in. In today's time, I think these conversations are still very taboo. Even my decision to get involved in the con, you know, my team came to me, they're like, are you sure you want to do like. And I'm like, yes. Like, in my household, I grew up where my mom, like, we talked about this stuff. She made us get tested. We knew what being tested meant. We knew, you know, the windows you were supposed to test in the amount of months in between you were supposed to test it. I was doing that since like 8th grade just because she wanted to make it not taboo. And I didn't know that that was not normal to other people until I got older. So what Ciara is doing is pairing music and culture and her influen with telling people, hey, especially black women, y'. All, Look, I learned in this conversation that of new HIV cases, 50% of them are black women. And out of that 50%, there is, you know, only 2% that are doing preventative things like utilizing an immune boosting drug like a prep or, you know, just even being tested properly having conversations with your partners, like, this conversation is why I think pop culture and the movement of it is so important. So please take a listen.

[Dr. Moore]

This is Matt Barnes from All the smoke. In 1876, the very first phone call in history was made. And 150 years later, we're more connected than we've ever been. But even though technology will always change. A one on one phone call still remains. Everything AT&T has been connecting people for 150 years. That's too many conversations to count and so many of life's biggest moments Start with the phone call. I remember when I received a call from my agent in 2002 to let me know I've been called up from the G League. It was one of the greatest, most exciting calls. It finally came. I was waiting on it for about three months and it finally happened and it changed my life. From there I went on to win a championship and start this amazing show that we're talking about now. From 1876 to 2026. No matter what you need to talk about, AT&T keeps us connected.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Connecting changes everything.

[Dr. Moore]

AT&T support for the show comes from Public, the investing platform for those who take it seriously. On Public you can build a multi asset portfolio of stocks, bonds, options, crypto and now generated assets which allow you to turn any idea into an investable index with AI. It all starts with your prompt. From renewable energy companies with high free cash flow to semiconductor suppliers growing revenue over 20% year over year, you can literally type any prompt and put the AI to work. It screens thousands of stocks, builds a one of a kind index and lets you back test it against the S&P 500. Then you can invest in a few clicks. Generated assets are like ETFs with infinite possibilities, completely customizable and based on your thesis, not someone else's. Go to public.com podcast and earn an uncapped 1% bonus when you transfer your portfolio. That's public.com podcast paid for by Public Investing Brokerage Services by Open to the Public Investing Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC Advisory Services by Public Advisors llc SEC Registered Advisor Generated Assets is an interactive analysis tool. Output is for informational purposes only and is not an investment recommendation or advice. Complete disclosures [e-mail] disclosures let's talk about modern home shopping.

[Commercial/Announcer]

It's sort of become a fun side hobby, right? Scrolling listings at night, dreaming about kitchens you've never seen or backyards you haven't even stepped foot in. All from the comfort of pretty much anywhere. Redfin knows a lot of people like you want to own but are stuck in this browsing mode loop. That's where Redfin flips the script. With listings that update within minutes and tours you can book right from the Redfin app you can see your dream home the moment it appears. Now, liking a listing is easy, but actually landing it. That's where Redfin comes in. Redfin has over 2200 agents with local expertise. And Redfin agents close twice as many deals as other agents. That means they want to help you win. Not just window shop. Redfin is built to help you go from just looking to wait. This could actually be home. So become the newest neighbor on the block. Visit redfin.com to start finding and start owning. That's redfin.com when your schedule sounds like this. Are you kidding me? An oil change is the last thing you have time for. So drive into take five and let our techs change your oil. Check your tires, top off your fluids, and have you back on the road pit stop fast. All while you stay in your car. No putting your entire schedule on hold. No upsells, no problem. So you can get back to your to do list or not. Find your nearest [e-mail] Take 5 the Stay in youn Car 10 Minute Oil Change. Greenlight helps kids learn about money the way most of us never did by actually using it. It's a debit card and money app that teaches kids to earn, save, and spend in real life, not just swipe and hope for the best. Learning happens naturally in the moment. Parents can set limits, see spending in real time, and guide better habits along the way all in one place without constant check ins or cash runs. Don't wait. Try Greenlight Risk free [e-mail] TryGreenlight whose

[Ciara]

brilliant idea it was to say we're gonna take 12 step and say 12 prep. I'm just saying they might need a little raise because that was a really great idea and it made it fun.

[Lauren LaRosa]

In that case, it was me.

[Ciara]

You know, it really made it fun and I'm excited to be here today. I know we're going to talk about some good stuff, but this is the power of music. You know, music has the ability to connect us all, you know, beyond the color of our skin, our ethnicities, socioeconomic, economic backgrounds, different languages. Like, music defies all barriers. And it really is. I mean, I feel so blessed. This is my day, my daytime. It's my job that I do every day.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Well, what do you think about Sierra's music being featured in our spot? I mean, I think it's genius. I think I was when she was walking up and the song was playing, I just remember, like, how old I was and going skating. Just everything I was doing with my friends, you know, when the song was like, this is our song, it just feels like it belongs to us. But so I think to use It. To have a conversation that should belong to everybody as well. I think it was a great correlation, and it's catchy. So that works. That's right. And, of course, Dr. Moore, what did you think of our spot?

[Dr. Moore]

Yeah, I love it. I love it. And, I mean, I agree with Sierra that whoever came up with 1, 2 prep should receive a raise.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Again, it was me. But when you think back to, like, just any movement that we've ever had, like, especially if you're trying to talk to black people, music has always been, like, apart, literally used as language to guide and to, you know, just get people from one place to another. I just. I don't know. I think on all our platforms nowadays, like, if you're having conversations the right way and you're utilizing pop culture the right way, you talk about, like, impacting people. You can literally change somebody's life, you know, depending on what you're talking about. So, you know, I think these are the ways that you should be using pop culture and music and influential voices and figures like Sierra and her song to having these conversations. Like, it's almost like a. I would say, like a rite of passage. Almost like until your song becomes a part of a movement, it ain't a song.

[Commercial/Announcer]

Okay.

[Lauren LaRosa]

But, yeah, it's just one of those things that should be happening. Like, we talk about everything else, and pop culture is what's popular, and these conversations should be popular. They're hard to add.

[Commercial/Announcer]

Yeah.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Right. Sierra, what do you think about that?

[Ciara]

100%. You know, I say that there's. I've always said there's the three M's of the most powerful forces on earth. Music, money, and medicine. And I said that music gives you a feeling that money can't buy sometimes. And music can be a healing source for those that may be suffering from terminal illnesses that medicine can't even cure. So that's why I know the power of music. And I just feel so blessed that this is literally, I get to express my voice through the platform of music. And I do agree with Lauren. You know, there is something about the power of urban pop culture. Pop culture is able to. Would say sometimes the message just travels faster through music. Right. And. And that's the beauty of it. That's what music is supposed to do. Right. It's a. Music is. It's supposed to, you know, feed the soul in all kinds of ways, whether it's a spiritual desire, whether it's an emotional need. Like I said, if someone's healing, I mean, that is a beautiful gift and power of music. So, you know, I added a fourth M today on this drain. I said, I'm going to add meat.

[Dr. Moore]

Media.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Oh, right.

[Ciara]

Because when you bring music and media together, it's incredibly powerful and potent. Right. So I agree with Lauren. You know, I think back to days, you know, there was a platform called Teen Summit. Does anyone remember that? Right. And you think about how heightened the conversation was surrounding things like HIV and STIs. Get all my acronyms down. But, you know, you think about how present, how prevalent those conversations were, and it was heightened at one point in time, and then it just kind of became chill, kind of silent in the background.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Any thoughts around being able to. The power of music and pop culture and making changes within the healthcare space? I think anything you can do to make change within the healthcare space, do it. So if it's music, and I think music is, I mean, you know, it's like cliche when people are like, music is a universal language. But, like, if you think about it, like, when you are going through the toughest or the best of times, you know, you pregame and want to turn up with your friends or, you know, you remember somebody that you love or a moment like I was telling you guys about when I was watching Sierra walk up here, it's music that, like, makes you get there, right? So if that's the entryway into somebody's thoughts, minds, behavior patterns, I say do it. Like, there are so many things, like, I'm a caretaker for my mom and my grandmother, and they're good, but they're older and things are changing and, you know, so being closer to home has been so helpful for me and for them. And I was having a conversation with my grandmother Friday. She called me and was like, well, I have this, like, bubble thing on the back of my leg, and it's been bothering me for two months. I didn't want to tell you, but I think I should go to the doctor now. And I'm like, mama, what? But when she gets in the car and she's on her way to the doctors, she's listening to the radio and she calls me. She's like, oh, I'm listening to you on the radio. What's this song they're playing after the. And I'm like, okay. Even if something as easy as her turning on the radio on her way to the doctor's office makes her ask questions about something she should be doing, please make it happen, because she won't go any other way. You know what I mean? Like, help us all out So I think that it's kind of like, it's like, you know, if you can open that doorway and ease people into it and sometimes you have to do that, you know, unfortunately. And Dr. Moore, do you agree with that?

[Dr. Moore]

Yeah, I totally agree with that. And I, I think music transcends, you know, and in a lot of ways for many of us. When I think about you, for example, Sierra, you've been like in our ears, in our hearts, in our minds for years, right? With your music and the impact you've made.

[Ciara]

Because if we don't talk about things like we don't know and then it's I wish I could have.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Yeah, wish I could. Yeah.

[Ciara]

You know, you think about that like that's real. So we have to do more of that.

[Dr. Moore]

Support for the show comes from Public, the investing platform for those who take it seriously. On Public, you can build a multi asset portfolio of stocks, bonds, options, crypto and now generated assets which allow you to turn any idea into an investable index. With AI. It all starts with your prompt. From renewable energy company with high free cash flow to semiconductor suppliers growing revenue over 20% year over year, you can literally type any prompt and put the AI to work. It screens thousands of stocks, builds a one of a kind index and lets you back test it against the S&P 500. Then you can invest in a few clicks. Generated assets are like ETFs with infinite possibilities, completely customizable and based on your thesis, not someone else's. Go to public.com podcast and earn an uncapped 1% bonus when you transfer your portfolio. That's public.com podcast paid for by Public Investing Brokerage Services by Open to the Public Investing Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC Advisory Services by Public Advisors llc SEC Registered Advisor Generated Assets is an interactive analysis tool. Output is for informational purposes only and is not an investment recommendation or advice. Complete disclosures [e-mail] disclosures let's talk about modern home shopping.

[Commercial/Announcer]

It's sort of become a fun side hobby, right? Scrolling listings at night, dreaming about kitchens you've never seen or backyards you haven't even stepped foot in. All from the comfort of pretty much anywhere. Redfin knows a lot of people like you want to own but are stuck in this browsing mode loop. That's where Redfin flips the script. With listings that update within minutes and tours you can book right from the Redfin app you can see your dream home the moment it appears. Now, liking a listing is easy, but actually landing it, that's where Redfin comes in. Redfin has over 2200 agents with local expertise and Redfin agents close twice as many deals as other agents. That means they want to help you win. Not just window shop. Redfin is built to help you go from just looking to wait. This could actually be home. So become the newest neighbor on the block. Visit redfin.com to start finding and start owning. That's redfin.com when your schedule sounds like this. Are you kidding me? An oil change is the last thing you have time for. So drive into Take five and let our techs change your oil. Check your tires, top off your fluids and have you back on the road pit stop fast. All while you stay in your car. No putting your entire schedule on hold. No upsells, no problem. So you can get back to your to do list or not. Find your nearest [e-mail] Take 5 the stay in your car 10 minute oil change when people turn to healthcare for weight loss, they're looking for real support. That's why more people are choosing orderlymeds.com orderly meds connects you with real doctors and access to proven GLP1 medications like semaglutide and Tirzepatide. No guessing, just a more supportive experience and all shipped directly to your door in discreet packaging. Do your research, ask questions, then visit orderlymeds.com podcast for an exclusive offer. That's orderlymeds.com podcast. Individual results may vary. Not medical advice eligibility required. To cite for details.

[Ciara]

This is Bethenny Frankel from Just Be with Bethenny Frankel. Most dog food is marketing, not nutrition. That is why Biggie and Spice eat just food for dogs. Real 100% human grade food with ingredients I actually recognize. And yes, I do see the difference. Better digestion, healthier skin, more energy, dogs that feel better. My babies, if you've been on the fence about switching, stop overthinking it. What's more important than your furry babies and their health? Go to justfood4dogs.com right now and get 50% off your first box. No code needed.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Just try can normalize conversations, especially when it comes to topics like hiv. HIV prevention prep where it's not top of mind for a lot of people and it is so stigmatized and discussions like this can help to bring the conversation into the mainstream. And you should be proud of taking care of your health, right? Yeah. Yeah. Dr. Liu, any thoughts on that?

[Dr. Moore]

Yeah, I love what you said about making health, keeping staying healthy. Cool. I love that also. I'm just thinking about like Longevity and having us think about HIV testing and prep all of these as a overall health and wellness goals. Right. Thinking about them in the same way we think about getting blood pressure screenings that, you know, that we think about getting diabetes screenings, et cetera, that this is all just a part of staying healthy.

[Ciara]

It feels good, though. It really does. When you can walk in your confidence, as I. I kind of was, you know, saying all the things that come to my mind a second ago. But it is a good feeling, though, when you, you know, can walk out confidently knowing where you stand.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Right.

[Ciara]

You know, like, so for me, like, I said, I would begin to get excited. I'm gonna do my blood panel, gonna do my ekg. And the thing is, it's so freaking fast. Like, the process is not long now. You do have to wait for your panels to come back, you know, and you're checking your levels and making sure everything is right. But, you know, it's. It's a good feeling to, like, check off all those important boxes in your life. Right. So it's like, you want to be. You know, from my perspective, my legacy is, like, you know, in my mind, I want to be one, hopefully, you know, be the best artist that I can be and hopefully leave a good legacy there. And then the most important one is the. The wife and the mom part of it. I want to leave a legacy there, but the thread through is my health. If I don't have my health right, then I can't be great in all those areas. Right. So, you know, making it a cool thing. Yeah.

[Commercial/Announcer]

Yeah.

[Lauren LaRosa]

I love that. It just makes it more relatable. Right, Right. And that's what we want to get more people into the conversations, right? Yeah. Lauren, any thoughts around that? I just was thinking about all the conversations we were having just before we came up here, and just everything I didn't know, like. And I'm not, like, young. Like, I'm older. I'm in the world. I'm around. I'm learning things. You know, I like to think I'm a little educated, but, like, it doesn't. None of that matters because, like, literally today there were things that I was talking, and I was like, I didn't know that. And it was, like, kind of scary. And then I started thinking about, like, you know, like, you have group chats with your friends or, like, you know, wherever y' all talk, whether it's Facebook, text message, whatever, And I started thinking. I'm like, we. Me and my friends, we ask each other a lot of things, and we check up on each other. And, you know, the mental health conversations are such a big thing now and. And all of that. But I'm like, we've never had a conversation about, like, yo, are y' all getting tested for anything? Honestly, like, I think we just all assume that it's, like, happening. And, you know, we all assume that everybody knows how often they should be doing things or what are preventative measures, like, prep. And, like, you know, like, I didn't even know that prep wasn't just for men. Like, I had no idea about that because of the way that I've always heard it talked about. Right? So just, I don't know, like, you're. I don't think any question is a dumb question. I also don't think that you're ever too, like, you don't know anything enough to not know something. Like, you're always going to be finding out new things and it's okay. And coming to spaces like this and having conversations like this. That's the only way to really educate yourself, like, in real time. Because at what, I don't know, at any point, if I would have just sat down and been like, let me look into prep. Like, to be honest, again, you're busy day to day. Like, if we're being realistic, like, you don't take as much time to just like, randomly do things like that unless something's wrong normally, right? Or unless it's brought to you. So just being here today, I was finding out so much stuff, I'm like, yo, like, if I don't know this, how many people do I know that don't know this? And doc was, when he was talking to us back there, he was like, you know, one thing I just challenge you guys to do, Please tell me a friend about what we're talking about today. Like, and that's the easy ask. Like, that's the easiest homework I've ever gotten. So.

[Dr. Moore]

Yeah, the fear of knowing, right? The fear of knowing your. Your HIV status and. And that that fear can sometimes keep people from even getting tested. But I think it's really important for people to know that, you know, knowing is the most important thing. Once, you know, we have treatment, we have prevention available, that HIV is not a death sentence. You know, like, those things that people still think. We have to make sure that we're dispelling those myths so that more people will come in and get tested and have those conversations with their doctor.

[Ciara]

Yeah, Doc, can you please share some of the amazing things you were sharing with us backstage on that piece?

[Dr. Moore]

Yes, yes. So one sobering statistic that I'll share is that among women, women who are Black account for 50% of new HIV diagnosis in 2023. So that's the most recent surveillance data that we have, 50%. We also have data that shows that less than 2% of women prep users are. Excuse me, less than 2% of prep users are black women. Less than 2%.

[Ciara]

And that's why I'm using my platform.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Come on. That's right. That's right. That's right.

[Ciara]

Yeah.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Yes. And obviously, this is why, you know, we were able to leverage your song and making sure that we're getting their word out there and, you know, people are going to pay attention to you when that song comes on.

[Commercial/Announcer]

Right.

[Lauren LaRosa]

And so that's right.

[Ciara]

But also too, was also big for me, being the Mexican that I am, is the Latino community as well, has also been significantly impacted by the HIV virus as well. So it's not just, you know, one particular, you know, part or community of the world. It's, you know, you see how it's pouring throughout, everywhere. But again, in these other specific spaces was very enlightening for me.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Right.

[Ciara]

And we gotta just get. For me, from my perspective, you know, being a woman of color, I want my girls to get out. Let's. Let's go, like, have no fear. Like, let's know our health status. Let's be confident in that. And then I think to your point, Dr. Moore, which has to be reassured for people, is that you still can thrive. You still can, you know, go and live a full, robust, happy, healthy life, even if you are impacted by it. Right. So I think that's very encouraging for those that need to hear that as well.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Yeah.

[Dr. Moore]

Curious what you think the next kind of year looks like as we have introduced culture, music into this conversation.

[Lauren LaRosa]

I will. Thanks for the question. I mean, definitely it's gonna take longer than the year, but just within this, like, upcoming time and the time that we're in right now, I mean, I think think the biggest thing that you could do is provide information for people. Because, like, okay, whenever I've heard even health conversations, right, about who doesn't go get checked out, I've always heard the conversation, men, men, men, go get this. Like, that's literally been the conversation, the stigma that I've heard. And today when I was talking and he was telling me about, you know, that 50% and then the two, I was like, wait, I thought, you know, women, we were doing good and I want everybody to do well, but, like, it just Blew my mind that I'm hearing the conversation one way all the time, everywhere, when these numbers are so different over here on this side. Right. So I think that is a big part of it is just putting correct information out there. And I think for everybody. Is anybody in here media? Yeah, so anybody that's media. Even if you, I mean, you want X, you want threads, you know, TikTok, whatever you're doing, even if you're not working for platform, I think that that's like the. Where we are right now, that's the wave and that's where we sit, is people want things that are factual and they want. They want to understand things, they want clarity. And I think if you have a platform, that is the best thing that you could do for people because there's so much other noise out there and do it around things like this. Like me being here today. It wasn't like a hard answer. It was like, yes, I want to go and be a part of it, but I don't know a lot of people who will be like, yeah, sign me up. Like, you know, because people don't want to have this conversation of like, yo, this is really happening. I don't know everything. I want to know more. So I think, to answer your question, I hope that I'm answering it. It's just putting out information that is factual. I also think too, we share a lot in this era right now when. What was her name again? The young lady that.

[Dr. Moore]

That's.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Yeah. So I was talking to glaad, to their platform today, and I couldn't remember her name, but I remember going and watching a young woman named Hadiya speak about her journey being HIV positive. And she was talking about being young and dating. And there was just so many things that I never thought about when it came to a person who was living HIV positive and how they lived their life. And it changed my whole perspective of what that looks like. Right. Stop sharing your story. And I know certain things are first, I'm not telling everybody online, just whatever, but if you are okay with that, I think that that's a part of it as well too. Like, people don't know because they just don't know or because they don't know someone that's talking about it. Like, me getting to go and watch her talk about her life and her journey, God rest her soul, changed my whole world of how I think about everything when it comes to people who live HIV positive and the fact that you can live a life. Right. But I wouldn't have known that if she wasn't sharing her story. So I think putting factual information out there, statistics, platforming people who really know what they're talking about, and then sharing your journeys and your stories. And that could even be as simple as talking about being here today and what you learned. You don't gotta put all your business out there, but just literally being like, yo, I went to this panel today and here's everything I learned. And then somebody's gonna watch that and be like, oh wait, okay, so I think that that's a big part of it. We gotta just, it's on us now. Like we just gotta do it.

[Dr. Moore]

Support for the show comes from Public, the investing platform for those who take it seriously. On Public, you can build a multi asset portfolio of stocks, bonds, options, crypto and now generated assets which allow you to turn any idea into an investable index. With AI. It all starts with your prompt. From renewable energy companies with high free cash flow to semiconductor suppliers growing revenue over 20% set year over year, you can literally type any prompt and put the AI to work. It screens thousands of stocks, builds a one of a kind index and lets you back test it against the S&P 500. Then you can invest in a few clicks. Generated assets are like ETFs with infinite possibilities, completely customizable and based on your thesis, not someone else's. Go to public.com podcast and earn an uncapped 1% bonus when you transfer your portfolio. That's public.com podcast pay for by Public Investing Brokerage Services by Open to the Public Investing Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC Advisory Services by Public Advisors llc SEC Registered Advisor Generated Assets is an interactive analysis tool. Output is for informational purposes only and is not an investment recommendation or advice. Complete disclosures [e-mail] disclosures let's talk about modern home shopping.

[Commercial/Announcer]

It's sort of become a fun side hobby, right? Scrolling listings at night, dreaming about kitchens you've never seen or backyards you haven't even stepped foot in. All from the comfort of pretty much anywhere. Redfin knows a lot of people like you want to own but are stuck in this browsing mode loop. That's where Redfin flips the script. With listings that update within minutes and tours you can book right from the Redfin app. You can see your dream home the moment it appears. Now, liking a listing is easy, but actually landing it, that's where Redfin comes in. Redfin has over 2200 agents with local expertise and Redfin agents close twice as many deals as other agents that means they want to help you win. Not just window shop. Redfin is built to help you go from just looking to wait. This could actually be home. So become the newest neighbor on the block. Visit redfin.com to start finding and start owning. That's redfin.com when your schedule sounds like this. Are you kidding me? An oil change is the last thing you have time for. So drive into Take five and let our techs change your oil, check your tires, top off your fluids and have you back on the road pit stop fast. All while you stay in your car. No putting your entire schedule on hold. No upsells, no problem. So you can get back to your to do list or not. Find your nearest [e-mail] Take 5 the stay in your car 10 minute oil change lots of support through telehealth, but it feels overwhelming and rushed. Check out orderlymeds.com now. Orderlymeds.com was built to be different. Here you connect with real doctors who take the time to understand your goals, review your eligibility and guide you through a plan that's right for you.

[Ciara]

Orderly Meds provides access to proven GLP1

[Commercial/Announcer]

medications like semaglutide and Tirzepatide, including both name brand options and personalized compound versions when appropriate.

[Ciara]

So you have choices backed by clinical oversight, not guesswork.

[Commercial/Announcer]

It's a simpler, more supportive telehealth experience designed around people who want clarity, care and confidence in their weight loss journey. And your medication is delivered directly to your home in discreet packaging so your experience stays private from start to finish. Do your research, ask the right questions, then visit orderlymeds.com podcast for an exclusive offer. Again, that's orderlymeds.com podcast. Individual results may vary.

[Ciara]

Not medical advice, eligibility required.

[Commercial/Announcer]

See Cite for details.

[Ciara]

This is Bethenny Frankel from Just Be with Bethenny Frankel. Let me be blunt. Most dog food is junk. It just is. And I'm not feeding junk to Biggie and Smalls. That is why they eat just food for dogs. It's real 100% human grade food with ingredients I actually recognize. Not mystery pellets pretending to be healthy. And once I switched, the difference was obvious. Better digestion, better skin, more energy. Dogs who actually feel good instead of just surviving dinner. Here's the thing. You care about quality. You make an intention choice to be healthy. So why are you gambling with your dog's health? So let's think about our furry babies. Go to justfood for dogs.com right now and get 50% off your first box no code.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Just try it.

[Ciara]

Because once you see the difference, you're not going back.

[Commercial/Announcer]

Thank you for this incredible conversation. A very important conversation in a time like now, when so many people don't

[Ciara]

know about prep and access to this

[Commercial/Announcer]

type of preventative care. But also at the same time, we have legislation being passed to actually now, this month, 20 states or more are now scaling back their access to HIV care, which will ultimately also impact people

[Lauren LaRosa]

on a global scale.

[Commercial/Announcer]

So how do we use pop culture and also the health professionals to combat the scaling back of these things, the rollouts of these policies, while also getting people more informed that these medications do exist.

[Ciara]

But now there's a hurdle to get there. We just can't stop on the message. Right. We can't stop. Right. They can try to, you know, put all these things in place. But I think we have to go harder on getting the message out. Right. And that's why I'm really pumped again, to use my platform. We have to go hard here. And I think it's also about. Dr. Moore, I'm going to toss it to you, but I think it's also about people just simply knowing where you can go. And it might have to be a little drive, but, you know, to get to the place if they're starting to shut down certain locations or making it complicated. But I'm going to toss it to you on that piece.

[Dr. Moore]

Yeah, I'll add to that. I think this is one of those times where we have to. To really double down on advocacy, honestly. And I think having conversations like this and having platforms such as yours where you talk about these issues that you just mentioned of those 23 states pulling back, like, we essentially have to make noise. We have to make ourselves big enough to be seen and be heard and for that impact to be felt at that level. And so I think that's why I really love Jurien Sir Lauren around using your platform in order to share about this, in the same way using your platform to share about how access is being limited during this time, I think is key because otherwise there are a lot of people who won't know about it. And what I find is a lot of HIV messages just aren't permeating well, like they're not making it to people. And a big part of that is like kind of the limited reach of the platform of the health department or the limited reach of certain platforms. So it's like when there is responsible use of a platform that's bigger than ours, then it allows for those messages to really reach people.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Who need the most.

[Ciara]

Look, Lauren, we got this, baby. We got this. We can have voices just speak.

[Lauren LaRosa]

You know, to answer your question, too, that's why I think platforms like Breakfast Club, like, we have a lot of fun there. But every day I just, I like, watch some of the conversations that we have. And I'm like, it's so powerful. Certain platforms that, like, you're on, like, if you guys are hearing, you work for a platform, I really do implore you to. And Charlemagne will crazy hear me say this, because he literally screams it at me every day to really think about the why. Because it's fun and we get to have fun. And if you think about it, like, culture makes things cool for real, but, like, we're having conversations there about, like, going and getting certain things checked up on and, you know, like, in our front page news, Mimi Brown, she talks so much about, like, what's happening with the administration and gives a call to action of where you can go, what websites, who you can call. Like, that is so important because it's all we kind of can do to a certain extent. Unless you're, you know, working in government. I mean, we're out, we're voting, we're doing those things. But sometimes that's all you got, and it matters a lot. Like, people really like culture and media is like our love language amongst all of us. You don't have to love or like a person at all. But y' all might be listening to the same radio show every morning at 6am and maybe it's the Breakfast Club, but, like, you get what I'm saying? So it's like, you know, you have all these people that attach to, like, what you're saying on a daily. You become a part of their routine. So if you're on these platforms, like, tell people, like, you know, talking about all the stories are cute, but it's like, what? What's the why? Like, what are you really providing for people? And if you think about it that way, you know, that can start to solve problems because they now the resources are there and it's in a place that they think is cool, so they're listening. And then action comes behind. I'm Lauren LaRosa. This has been another episode of the Latest with Lauren La Rosa. Tell you guys every single episode. Look, y' all could be anywhere with any old body talking about all of the things, but you guys choose to be right here with me every single day. My lowriders. I appreciate you guys. I'll catch you in my next episode. After a long winter. Even a small shift can change how

[Commercial/Announcer]

home feels this spring, open the door to something lighter. Explore vibrant scents inspired by place, from

[Lauren LaRosa]

bright citrus terraces to blooming lavender fields, and layer them into rooms you love most. For limited limited time, get a free

[Ciara]

Pura 4 diffuser when you subscribe to

[Lauren LaRosa]

$0.02 for 12 months. It's an easy way to refresh your

[Commercial/Announcer]

space without starting over.

[Ciara]

Visit pura.com and bring spring home today.

[Dr. Moore]

Janice Torres here and I'm Austin Hankwitz. We host the podcast Mind the Business Small Business Success Stories, produced by Ruby Studio in partnership with Intuit QuickBooks.

[Lauren LaRosa]

We're back for season four to talk to some incredible small business owners.

[Dr. Moore]

The big thing about working at tech is that it's ever evolving, ever changing.

[Lauren LaRosa]

Everyone's a rookie, that's how fast the industry is changing.

[Dr. Moore]

So what I'm really excited about is to be part of that change. So listen on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

[Commercial/Announcer]

There's a difference between liking a house and actually getting it. Redfin is built to make up that difference and close the gap between finding and owning the home for you. Redfin agents close twice as many deals as other agents, so when you find a home you love, you're not a step behind when it comes to making an offer. That means less watching great homes disappear and more focus on the one you'll call home. Redfin helps turn saved listings into real addresses. Get [e-mail] own the dream.

[Dr. Moore]

With volley from iShares, you get access to both monthly income and growth potential potential in one simple etf. It's the best of both worlds. Discover Bali Ishares Large Cap Premium Income Active ETF iShares the market is yours. Visit www.ishares.com to view perspectives for investment objectives, risks, fees, expenses and other information that you should read and consider carefully before investing. Risks include principal loss in the use of derivatives, which could increase risks and volatility. Monthly income is not guaranteed. Prepared by BlackRock Investments, LLC. This is Rob Gronkowski from Dudes on Dudes with Gronk and Jules and talk about a perfect partnership. I'm here to tell you about protecting your end zone with Dude Wipes. If you're still wiping with toilet paper, you need to listen up. Dude wipes are a wet, extra large flushable wipe that leave nothing behind in your behind because they are wet and we all know wetter cleans better. Unlike dry wiping with toilet paper, dude wipes clear instead of smear. Goodbye dingleberries Goodbye itch and irritation. Plus, if you take Gronk sized Grumpies or as I like to call them, Gronkies, Baby Wipes won't do. You need extra big Dude Wipes to handle the job and they come in different scents and pack sizes, including a single use on the go pack that you can take wherever you go for that home field advantage. So don't fumble the ball with toilet paper, Stop being an A hole to your B hole and start using Dude Wipes. Available on Amazon and major retailers nationwide. Dude Wipes Best Clean Pants down.

[Lauren LaRosa]

This is an I heart podcast. Guaranteed human.