Roland Martin Unfiltered

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Jasmine Crockett Detonates. Roland Destroys MAGA Lies. Activists Confront Racist. Best of #RMU
Political CommentaryWhite SupremacyVoter Suppression

Jasmine Crockett Detonates. Roland Destroys MAGA Lies. Activists Confront Racist. Best of #RMU

This episode exposes Republican hypocrisy on white supremacy, debunks MAGA election lies, and highlights the NAACP's strategy to leverage Black athlete power against voter suppression in Southern states.

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Jasmine Crockett Detonates. Roland Destroys MAGA Lies. Activists Confront Racist. Best of #RMU
Political CommentaryCivil RightsVoter Suppression

Jasmine Crockett Detonates. Roland Destroys MAGA Lies. Activists Confront Racist. Best of #RMU

This episode features sharp political commentary, exposing hypocrisy in Washington, debunking MAGA misinformation, and highlighting strategic civil rights initiatives to combat racial injustice and voter suppression.

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Jasmine Crockett Detonates. Roland Destroys MAGA Lies. Activists Confront Racist. Best of #RMU
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Jasmine Crockett Detonates. Roland Destroys MAGA Lies. Activists Confront Racist. Best of #RMU

This episode features sharp political commentary, fact-checking of conservative narratives, and a call to action for economic and electoral power within the Black community.

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Colo. Gov Blasted Over Tina Peters. FedEx Targeted Over Voting Rights. Jan. 6 Cops Sue Trump.
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Colo. Gov Blasted Over Tina Peters. FedEx Targeted Over Voting Rights. Jan. 6 Cops Sue Trump.

Colorado's Democratic Governor faces censure for commuting an election denier's sentence, while activists target FedEx for its silence on Black voting rights, and a House hearing exposes partisan divides on defining hate groups and compensating January 6 rioters.

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Va. Judge Blocks Redrawn Maps. Jeffries Rips GOP Over Economy. Law Student Punished for Kirk Remarks
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Va. Judge Blocks Redrawn Maps. Jeffries Rips GOP Over Economy. Law Student Punished for Kirk Remarks

A Virginia judge halts redistricting, House Democrats clash with Republicans over DHS funding, a law student faces discipline for comments on Charlie Kirk, and the White House Correspondents' Dinner draws sharp criticism for normalizing extremism, all while discussions on domestic violence and the future of music unfold.

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Charges Dropped in Christopher Mitchell Killing. RFK Jr Confronted. Ticketmaster Monopoly Ruling
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Charges Dropped in Christopher Mitchell Killing. RFK Jr Confronted. Ticketmaster Monopoly Ruling

This episode dissects critical legal and social issues, from the dismissal of charges against police officers in a Black man's shooting death and a federal jury's ruling against Ticketmaster's monopoly, to a profound discussion on domestic violence and mental health within the Black community.

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Charges Dropped in Christopher Mitchell Killing. RFK Jr Confronted. Ticketmaster Monopoly Ruling
Police AccountabilityRacial JusticeDomestic Violence

Charges Dropped in Christopher Mitchell Killing. RFK Jr Confronted. Ticketmaster Monopoly Ruling

This episode unpacks a series of critical events, from dismissed police charges and corporate monopolies to a heated congressional confrontation and the urgent crisis of domestic violence in the Black community, all framed through a lens of systemic injustice and the need for community action.

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Black Influencer Found Dead. Trump Jesus-Like Image. Mayor Mamdani's Impact on Blacks #TheBreakdown
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Black Influencer Found Dead. Trump Jesus-Like Image. Mayor Mamdani's Impact on Blacks #TheBreakdown

This episode dissects the suspicious death of a Black influencer, the political and religious backlash against Donald Trump's self-portrayal as Jesus, and New York City Mayor Mamdani's early impact on Black communities, alongside a guide to building a powerful personal support network.

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Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage
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Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage

Roland Martin and his panel dissect Donald Trump's clashes with Pope Leo and the fallout from the Iran port blockade, while Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott highlights the coordinated attacks on Black political power and the critical need for Black media engagement.

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TN Voter Glitch Hits Black County. Trump Iran Ultimatum. Missouri DEI Crackdown
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TN Voter Glitch Hits Black County. Trump Iran Ultimatum. Missouri DEI Crackdown

This episode exposes critical threats to voting rights in Tennessee, analyzes Donald Trump's reckless 'diplomacy by social media' regarding Iran, and details the defunding of Black student organizations at the University of Missouri.

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Musk's xAI Memphis Pollution. Stephenson King Jr. Case. Black, Degreed, & Unemployed #TheBreakdown
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Musk's xAI Memphis Pollution. Stephenson King Jr. Case. Black, Degreed, & Unemployed #TheBreakdown

This episode dissects Elon Musk's xAI water plant controversy, the disproportionate unemployment rates among Black degreed women, and offers practical guidance on effective bodily detoxification.

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Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
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Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored

This episode dissects the political fallout from Trump's Iran threats, the economic strain on American housing, and celebrates the enduring legacy of baseball icon Hank Aaron, highlighting his fight against racism and his entrepreneurial spirit.

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Musk's xAI Memphis Pollution. Stephenson King Jr. Case. Black, Degreed, & Unemployed #TheBreakdown
Environmental JusticePolice BrutalityRacial Discrimination

Musk's xAI Memphis Pollution. Stephenson King Jr. Case. Black, Degreed, & Unemployed #TheBreakdown

This episode unpacks Elon Musk's paused water plant in Memphis, disproportionate job losses for Black women professionals, and critical insights into effective detoxification, alongside sharp political commentary on Trump's rhetoric.

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TN Voter Glitch Hits Black County. Trump Iran Ultimatum. Missouri DEI Crackdown
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TN Voter Glitch Hits Black County. Trump Iran Ultimatum. Missouri DEI Crackdown

This episode exposes critical threats to voting rights in Tennessee, dissects Donald Trump's erratic social media diplomacy on Iran, and highlights the defunding of DEI programs at the University of Missouri, alongside a spotlight on a sustainable denim jewelry business.

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Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs
CapitalismInclusive EconomicsFinancial Literacy

Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs

This episode dissects the political landscape, economic disparities for Black Americans, and the fight for voting rights, featuring John Hope Bryant's 'Capitalism for All' and sharp criticism of the Trump administration.

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Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs
CapitalismInclusive EconomicsBlack Economic Empowerment

Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs

This episode dissects the firing of Pam Bondi, the signing of Florida's SAVE Act, and features John Hope Bryant's actionable strategies for Black economic empowerment through inclusive capitalism, alongside critical political commentary on the MAGA agenda and voting rights.

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Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs
CapitalismFinancial LiteracyWealth Building

Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs

This episode dissects the complexities of capitalism for Black America, exposes a harrowing police brutality incident, and delivers sharp political commentary on voter suppression and Trump's administration.

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Racist Attacks On Mayor Brandon Scott. TCL's Chilli 'Not MAGA'. Nick Cannon Backs Trump#TheBreakdown
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Racist Attacks On Mayor Brandon Scott. TCL's Chilli 'Not MAGA'. Nick Cannon Backs Trump#TheBreakdown

Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott exposes racist attacks, celebrities Chilli and Nick Cannon navigate political stances, a Black woman details her struggle with unemployment and military recruitment, and Georgia lawmakers target Black female DAs, all while an author advocates for God-centered Black relationships.

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Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakdown
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Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakdown

This episode breaks down a Florida Democrat's ethics conviction, a Chicago businessman's murder, Pinky Cole's legal victory, and offers actionable financial strategies for building wealth in a challenging economy.

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Ghana’s Prez Confronts Slave Trade Legacy. Reparations Push Grows. Trump Tariffs Hit Small Biz
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Ghana’s Prez Confronts Slave Trade Legacy. Reparations Push Grows. Trump Tariffs Hit Small Biz

Ghana's President secured a UN resolution condemning the transatlantic slave trade as a 'gravest crime against humanity,' while the US, Israel, and Argentina voted against it, sparking calls for reparations and highlighting the ongoing economic struggles of small businesses under Trump's tariffs.

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Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakdown
Political EthicsGovernment CorruptionFEMA Funding

Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakdown

This episode unpacks a Florida Democrat's ethics conviction, a Chicago businessman's murder, Pinky Cole's legal win, and offers actionable financial literacy advice, alongside sharp commentary on Trump's cognitive test claims and an inspiring youth author program.

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Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakdown
Political EthicsGovernment FundingCrime

Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakdown

This episode unpacks a series of pressing news stories, from a Florida Democrat's ethics conviction and a Chicago businessman's murder to critical financial literacy advice and a powerful youth authoring initiative, all framed with sharp commentary.

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Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakDown
Political EthicsGovernment FundingCrime and Justice

Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakDown

This episode unpacks critical current events, from political ethics violations and a prominent Chicago businessman's murder to financial literacy strategies and a heated debate on presidential cognitive abilities.

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Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted
Environmental JusticeRacial Wealth GapArtificial Intelligence

Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted

This episode unpacks critical political moves, economic shifts driven by global conflicts, and the evolving role of AI, all framed through the lens of their impact on Black communities and American society.

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