Roland Martin Unfiltered

Black Femicide, Accountability, and the Violence Men Are Taught
This episode confronts the alarming crisis of black femicide, revealing how societal teachings of masculinity and entitlement contribute to lethal violence against black women and children, and proposes community-led accountability as a path to prevention.

More Than Just Mom. Identity, Mental Health, Faith, and Moving Forward #ABalancedLife
This episode explores the multifaceted challenges and triumphs of motherhood, emphasizing mental health, identity preservation, financial planning, physical well-being, and the anchoring role of faith.

Sickle Cell Truth. Hormone Imbalance. Cancer Risk for Unmarried Adults #SecondOpinion
This episode unpacks critical health insights, from the genetic and systemic challenges of sickle cell anemia to the pervasive impact of hormone imbalances and the surprising link between marital status, social support, and cancer risk.

Sickle Cell Truth. Hormone Imbalance. Cancer Risk for Unmarried Adults #SecondOpinion
This episode unpacks critical health issues, from the systemic bias in sickle cell treatment and the pervasive impact of hormone disruptors, to the surprising link between marital status and cancer risk, and the hidden burden of 'invisible labor' in relationships.

Sickle Cell Truth. Hormone Imbalance. Cancer Risk for Unmarried Adults #SecondOpinion
This episode unpacks critical health disparities in sickle cell anemia, the pervasive impact of hormone imbalances from diet to hair relaxers, and the surprising link between marital status, social support, and cancer risk.

Longest-Ever Government Shutdown Ends. May Day of Action. Ohio Black Expo. #TheBreakdown
This episode exposes critical threats to Black political power in the US, highlights community-led economic empowerment, and explores the transformative power of positive self-declaration.

Iyanla Speaks! Black Women, Black Men and Domestic Violence | A BSN Exclusive Presentation
Iyanla Vanzant and Roland Martin dissect the deep-seated trauma and emotional illiteracy fueling domestic violence in the Black community, advocating for individual healing and communal responsibility over blame.

Louisiana Postpones Election. Roland Moderates Black men's Mental Health Forum in Shreveport
Roland Martin Unfiltered dissects the Supreme Court's decision to postpone Louisiana's congressional primaries due to a Voting Rights Act ruling, and then pivots to a critical community forum in Shreveport addressing Black men's mental health and domestic violence.

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This episode unpacks the Supreme Court's evisceration of the Voting Rights Act in Louisiana and its national implications, alongside a critical community forum in Shreveport addressing Black men's mental health and domestic violence.

Domestic Violence Reality. Pancreatic Cancer. ALS Warning Signs. Scrolling & Pooping #SecondOpinion
This episode delivers critical health insights on pancreatic cancer, ALS, and hemorrhoid prevention, alongside a raw, expert-led discussion on identifying and escaping domestic violence.

Louisiana Postpones Election. Roland Moderates Black men's Mental Health Forum in Shreveport.
This episode unpacks the dual crises of eroding Black voting rights in Louisiana following a Supreme Court ruling and the urgent need to address Black men's mental health as a root cause of domestic violence, emphasizing community-driven solutions.

Longest-Ever Government Shutdown Ends. May Day of Action. Ohio Black Expo. #TheBreakdown
This episode covers the end of a historic government shutdown, a national day of action for workers' rights, efforts to dismantle Black political power in Louisiana and Mississippi, and initiatives promoting Black economic empowerment and mental well-being.

Longest-Ever Government Shutdown Ends. May Day of Action. Ohio Black Expo. #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks critical events affecting Black communities, from the longest federal shutdown and voting rights attacks to powerful community-led economic and social justice initiatives.

Louisiana Postpones Election. Roland Moderates Black men's Mental Health Forum in Shreveport.
Louisiana's election postponement due to a Supreme Court ruling on voting rights and a Shreveport community forum addressing Black men's mental health and domestic violence highlight critical challenges to Black political power and community well-being.

SCOUTS Hears Haitian TPS Case. Trump Iran Threat. Virginia Map Battle. #TheBreakdown
This episode breaks down critical legal battles impacting voting rights and immigrant status, alongside a deep dive into emotional vulnerability for Black men and community efforts for social justice.

Iyanla Speaks! Black Women, Black Men and Domestic Violence | A BSN Exclusive Presentation
Iyanla Vanzant and Roland Martin dissect the deep-seated trauma, emotional illiteracy, and societal conditioning fueling domestic violence in the Black community, offering concrete tools for healing and fostering communal responsibility.

Iyanla Speaks! Black Women, Black Men and Domestic Violence | A BSN Exclusive Presentation
Iyanla Vanzant and Roland Martin dissect the deep-seated generational trauma and emotional illiteracy fueling domestic violence in the Black community, offering concrete tools for individual healing and collective accountability.

DeSantis Map Could Flip 4 Seats. SCOTUS Backs TX Map. VA Redistricting Fight Intensifies
This episode exposes how Republican-led redistricting efforts in Florida, Texas, and Virginia, alongside a Supreme Court poised to weaken the Voting Rights Act, are systematically eroding Black political power, while also confronting the pervasive issue of domestic violence within the Black community.

Va. Judge Blocks Redrawn Maps. Jeffries Rips GOP Over Economy. Law Student Punished for Kirk Remarks
This episode dissects critical issues from a Virginia judge's controversial block of redistricting maps and the DHS funding standoff, to a law student's free speech battle, the complexities of domestic violence in the Black community, and a sharp critique of mainstream media's normalization of extremist politics.

FL Rep Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns. DOJ Probes SPLC. Racist Cop Video Sparks Outrage
This episode dissects the political fallout of a Florida Congresswoman's resignation, the Trump administration's controversial indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center, a Houston police officer's racist rant, and an in-depth look at the anatomy and societal impact of domestic violence, alongside a spotlight on a groundbreaking Black-owned character brand.

Mall of Louisiana Mass Shooting. Trump & High Gas Prices. Financial & Stress Awareness
This episode dissects the profound links between financial stress, mental health, and generational trauma, offering practical strategies for managing stress, building healthier relationships, and setting boundaries for personal well-being.

Black Women Are Dying. “Unhealed Men Are Dangerous.”
This episode confronts the epidemic of fatal domestic violence against Black women, arguing that unaddressed trauma in Black men, historical systemic oppression, and societal gender role conditioning are root causes that demand urgent, culturally specific intervention and accountability.

Mall of Louisiana Mass Shooting. Trump & High Gas Prices. Financial & Stress Awareness #TheBreakdown
This episode covers a range of critical issues from a mass shooting and political commentary on gas prices to expert insights on financial stress, domestic violence, and spiritual well-being for mothers.

Va. Judge Blocks Redrawn Maps. Jeffries Rips GOP Over Economy. Law Student Punished for Kirk Remarks
This episode exposes the deep partisan divides impacting voting rights, government funding, free speech, and the media's role in normalizing political extremism, alongside a raw discussion on domestic violence and the importance of self-love and community action.
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