A heated exchange between two prominent Black women has sparked widespread discussion. But what if we reframed the viral conversation between Jess Hilarious and Loren LoRosa on The Breakfast Club—focusing on how they can transform challenges into opportunities for collaboration?

Written By Mika Campbell // EEW Magazine Online

During Women’s History Month in March 2025, a trending controversy on The Breakfast Club has sparked conversations about the dynamic between co-hosts Jess Hilarious (Jessica Moore) and Loren LoRosa.

As two Black women navigating a high-profile media space, their recent tensions offer an opportunity to celebrate their individual strengths and advocate for collaboration, showing how Black women can support each other in the face of workplace challenges.

Jess Hilarious joined The Breakfast Club as a co-host in February 2024, bringing her comedic flair to the “Jess with the Mess” segment. Known for her unfiltered humor, Moore quickly became a fan favorite on the iHeartRadio show alongside Charlamagne Tha God and DJ Envy. When she announced her pregnancy and took maternity leave, Moore personally selected journalist Loren LoRosa to fill in—a decision that reflected her trust in LoRosa’s abilities.

*Charlamagne Tha God, Jess Hilarious, and DJ Envy (Credit: iHeart)*

LoRosa, a seasoned reporter with a knack for research-driven content, won over listeners with her polished delivery, leading management to keep her on as a fourth host after Moore’s return in early 2025.

However, this shift sparked friction. On March 18, 2025, Moore took to Instagram Live to express her frustrations, feeling sidelined as LoRosa took over her segment, now rebranded as “Loren with the Latest.” Moore shared that she felt unsupported by her team, particularly as online comparisons between her and LoRosa turned harsh and divisive, with some fans pitting the two women against each other.

*Loren LoRosa and Jess Hilarious hash it out live on air Wednesday, March 19, 2025, sparking a viral conversation.*

The tension came to a head on-air the next day, March 19, when Moore and LoRosa had a spirited on-air exchange about their working dynamic. Moore admitted to feeling like she had to “fight for air time,” while LoRosa acknowledged their shared struggle as the only women on the show, revealing they had a private meeting with the executive producer to address the issue.

The underlying issue appears to stem from an unclear definition of LoRosa’s role, creating confusion among the audience and leaving Moore, who returned from maternity leave expecting to reclaim her position, feeling displaced by her supposed temporary fill-in.

Social media reactions have been mixed. Some fans argue the two women could complement each other—Moore with her comedic takes and LoRosa with her journalistic depth—while others have perpetuated the narrative of competition, a common trope when Black women share professional spaces, especially in media.

But Women’s History Month offers a chance to reframe this story. Instead of focusing on conflict, we can celebrate Moore and LoRosa as trailblazers who have the potential to redefine their relationship as collaborators rather than competitors.

Moore, a comedian who rose to fame through social media, has built a career on her raw, relatable humor, earning her a spot on one of the most influential radio shows in urban culture. LoRosa, a former senior news producer for TMZ with a background in delivering hard-hitting news, brings a complementary perspective to The Breakfast Club, enriching its content with her insights.

Their willingness to address their issues on-air, while messy, shows a commitment to transparency and growth. LoRosa’s acknowledgment of their shared struggle as women on the show is a step toward solidarity, and Moore’s initial choice of LoRosa as her fill-in reflects a trust that can be rebuilt.

Imagine the impact if these two Black women turned this moment into a powerful collaboration. They could use their platform to discuss systemic challenges women face in media—maternity leave insecurities, the pressure to compete rather than collaborate, and the lack of support from male colleagues, as Moore hinted at in her comments about the show’s dynamics.

By leaning into their strengths—Moore’s humor and LoRosa’s journalism—they could create a dynamic segment that blends entertainment with insight, showing how Black women can lift each other up rather than tear each other down.

This vision isn’t far-fetched. Both women remain on The Breakfast Club, and their on-air discussion indicates they’re actively working through their tensions. Women’s History Month provides an ideal backdrop to highlight their potential to set a powerful example, demonstrating what’s possible when Black women’s voices are amplified together.

Rather than fueling division, let’s celebrate Jess Hilarious and Loren LoRosa for their unique talents and root for a future where they showcase the strength of collaboration.

Together, they can lead the way, inspiring Black women in media to rise as allies and build a legacy of unity, empowerment, and shared success.

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