On today's episode, The Morning Aux delivers a dynamic blend of headlines, culture, and conversation—from sports to sneakers to streaming. We kick things off with how Venus Williams inspired the new Barbie, and cover Angel Reese’s big reveal of her signature shoe line. On the track front, we unpack the latest from Sha’Carri Richardson and spotlight rising star Kayla Pratt. Foodies, get excited: Taco Bell’s Baja Midnight menu is back, and we have the scoop.

In health news, the FDA just approved eye drops for near vision—a game-changer for those dealing with presbyopia (a common age-related condition) starting around 40. Shifting to business, we break down the Uncle Nearest court case, AT&T’s major data breach lawsuit, and the TeaOnHer app breach—plus we get real about the quirky return of adult pacifiers. We question private school privilege amid news that Dr. Umar’s school is at risk, and dive into the controversy as Drake probes Kendrick Lamar’s domestic violence allegations.

On the music front, new releases are stacked:

• K Camp – Kiss 6 (album)

• Chance The Rapper – Star Line (album)

• KAYTRANADA – AIN’T NO DAMN WAY! (album)

• A$AP Rocky – “Trunks” & “Both Eyes Closed” (singles)

• Cardi B – “IMAGINARY PLAYERS” (single)

• Steve Lacy – “Nice Shoes” (single)

• Khalid – “In Plain Sight” (single)

Mid-episode, we sit down with DJ Cuzzo—Birmingham’s renowned “Street’s DJ” and mixshow staple at 95.7 Jamz. Since starting at age nine and rising through the scene with Grind Made DJs, DJ Cuzzo has become known for breaking new talent and connecting independent artists with major exposure djcuzzo.comOne CMS. He shares insight on what it takes to put artists on in 2025, and how he keeps the city’s culture alive with every mix.

Get ready for deep dives, bold takes, and that AUX energy you can't get anywhere else.