Overview of DONKEY: Florida Man Accused Of Attempted Murder In Love Triangle
Episode segment: Donkey of the Day (The Breakfast Club) — Charlamagne tha God
Air date (segment): Wednesday, February 4 — The Black Effect Podcast Network / iHeartPodcasts
This Donkey of the Day segment calls out 22‑year‑old Jalen Tyree Lewis (Palm Beach / West Palm Beach, FL) after he allegedly shot another man over a shared romantic partner. Charlamagne uses the case to criticize impulsive, violent behavior, riff on a recurring “Florida lobe” joke about poor decision‑making, and offers a cautionary moral to young listeners. The show also briefly discusses a viral dating‑trend conversation involving Keke Palmer and the idea of married couples living separately.
Key points / summary
- Incident: 22‑year‑old Jalen Tyree Lewis is charged with attempted first‑degree murder, aggravated battery, and firing a weapon after allegedly confronting and shooting a man over being involved with the same woman. The victim survived with minor injuries.
- Context: According to the report Charlamagne reads (from local news), both men were dating the same woman without knowing it.
- Charlamagne’s take:
- Strong condemnation of violence over romantic rivalry.
- Calls out poor impulse control; jokes about a “Florida lobe” (a recurring comedic riff on Florida‑specific craziness and immature decision making).
- Advises listeners: don’t make permanent decisions based on temporary feelings.
- Notes the defendant’s age (22) and references the still‑developing prefrontal cortex as part explanation for poor decision making.
- Additional topics:
- A brief discussion about Keke Palmer appearing on a dating program and promoting a trend of discussing heavy topics (marriage, politics) on first dates.
- Debate about couples choosing to live separately in marriage — hosts and callers weigh in.
Notable quotes / soundbites
- “Don’t make a permanent decision based off temporary feelings.”
- Charlamagne’s recurring punchline: the “Florida lobe” (used to lampoon impulsive, reckless behavior from Florida).
- “Women are like gators in Florida. Miss one, next 15 one coming.” (colloquial warning about quickly moving on)
Topics discussed
- Crime & consequence: alleged attempted murder in a love triangle
- Impulse control and emotional regulation (age-related brain development)
- Relationship etiquette and boundaries (multiple partners, responsibility)
- Modern dating trends (heavy topics on first dates; Keke Palmer’s comments)
- Lifestyle choices in marriage (living separately vs. cohabiting)
Main takeaways / recommendations
- Violence is never an acceptable response to jealousy or relationship conflicts; legal and personal consequences are severe.
- Pause and think before reacting — permanent actions (like violence) can come from temporary emotional states.
- Relationship clarity and boundaries matter: if you’re dating, be honest about expectations to avoid dangerous misunderstandings.
- The hosts frame the story as an example to young listeners to develop better impulse control and avoid “stupid” permanent choices.
Call to action / listener engagement
- The show opened phone lines for listener reactions: 800‑585‑1051.
- Hosts encouraged callers to discuss whether couples living apart in marriage can work, following the Keke Palmer/dating‑trend conversation.
Additional notes
- Segment includes sponsor reads (Shopify, NBC/Peacock Winter Olympics) and a promo for Michael “The Bull” Lamisoff (personal injury attorney).
- Transcript contains minor name variations and typos (e.g., “Kiki” vs. Keke Palmer); core facts summarized above reflect the episode’s assertions and widely reported details in the segment.