Roland Martin Unfiltered
SCOTUS Rejects Black Rastafarian. Voting Rights Purge Blocked. Police Kill 1-Year-Old
The Supreme Court's rejection of a Rastafarian prisoner's religious rights case is framed as a strategic attack on civil rights, alongside ongoing battles against voter suppression and police brutality, highlighting the urgent need for Black political and economic power.
PURE RACISM: Pete Hegseth Blocks Top Black Soldier. Promotes Lower-Ranked White Man Instead
Host Roland Martin and guests detail alleged systemic racial discrimination within the Trump administration's Department of Defense under Pete Hegseth, highlighting blocked promotions for Black and female service members and criticizing corporate silence on voting rights.
Iran Deal Skepticism. Whoopi Vs Vance. Potomac Park Invasion. Racist Hurls Slurs At Black Boy.
This episode dissects multiple instances of alleged anti-Black policies and racial injustice, from the Trump administration's legal challenges to reparations and the Iran deal, to police brutality and the erasure of Black history.
Iran Deal Skepticism. Whoopi Vs Vance. Potomac Park Invasion. Racist Hurls Slurs At Black Boy.
Roland Martin and his guests dissect a series of contentious events, from the legal challenge against Evanston's reparations program and the controversial Iran deal to a heated exchange between Whoopi Goldberg and JD Vance, police brutality, and the ongoing debate surrounding Juneteenth.
NC Omnibus Bill, Voting Restrictions. GA Special Session. Trump UFC Fight Backlash. Brit Actor
Roland Martin and guests dissect Republican-led voter suppression efforts in North Carolina and Georgia, the backlash against Trump's White House UFC event, and Color of Change's fight for DEI, while challenging the divisive debate over Black British actors in Hollywood.
Iran Peace Deal. Gas Prices Fall. UFC Fighter Disrespects Michelle Obama. Warrior Poet #TheBreakdown
This episode covers a wide array of current events, from a Middle East peace deal and its impact on gas prices to a controversial UFC fight, the Knicks' championship, the power of storytelling, women's health, community violence prevention, and a shocking courthouse assault.
NC Omnibus Bill, Voting Restrictions. GA Special Session. Trump UFC Fight Backlash. Brit Actor
This episode exposes Republican efforts to suppress Black votes in North Carolina and Georgia, critiques the politicization of the White House with a controversial UFC event, and challenges the divisive debate between Black American and Black British actors.
NAACP Sues Over TN Map. Trump 'Loves' Inflation. DOJ Targets Black Programs.
This episode exposes a multi-front assault on Black America, from voting rights and economic opportunities to healthcare access and educational initiatives, underscored by political hypocrisy and systemic racial bias.
Black Trucker Sues Sheriff. Trump Name Removed From Kennedy Center. FBI Targets Voting Rights Group
Roland Martin critically examines a black trucker's lawsuit against a deputy, the removal of Trump's name from the Kennedy Center, alleged FBI targeting of a voting rights group, and Fisk University's controversial data center plan, highlighting systemic issues and calls for accountability.
NAACP Sues Over TN Map. Trump 'Loves' Inflation. DOJ Targets Black Programs.
Roland Martin and his panel dissect the ongoing GOP war on Black America, from legal challenges to voting rights and DEI initiatives, to the systemic racism evident in everyday encounters.
Karmelo Trial Testimony Raises Questions. Elijah McClain Convictions Reversed. Black Jobs Gap.
This episode dissects critical legal cases, economic disparities impacting Black Americans, and political controversies, emphasizing systemic issues and the need for accountability.
Hegseth Blocks Black Promotions. Iran War Impacts Farmers. Karmelo Anthony Trial. Love, Joy & Power
Roland Martin and his panel expose alleged anti-Black actions by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, while emphasizing the critical need for Black organizations to be self-funded to achieve true political and economic liberation.
La. GOP Kills Black District. Cleo Fields Fights Back. Karmelo Anthony Trial Looms
Louisiana Republicans eliminated a majority-Black congressional district, Alabama canceled an election to suppress Black votes, and Donald Trump faced multiple legal defeats, highlighting an ongoing war on Black political power and civil rights.
Roland Wrecks Fox News Host. Crazy Racists FAFO. Megyn Kelly's Faux Trump Remorse. Best of #RMU
Roland Martin and his panel dismantle racist rhetoric from Fox News, expose the hypocrisy of former Trump supporters like Megyn Kelly, and critique corporate anti-union tactics while calling out Black organizational leadership for their silence.
Trump's $1.8B Slush Fund Blocked. Food & Health Equity Crisis. Black Job Training. #TheBreakdown
This episode breaks down critical news, from a federal judge blocking a Trump administration fund to innovative solutions for food justice and Black workforce development, alongside a fervent call to action on voting rights.
La. GOP Kills Black District. Cleo Fields Fights Back. Karmelo Anthony Trial Looms
Louisiana Republicans eliminated a second majority-black congressional district, Alabama voided a primary election, and Donald Trump faced multiple legal setbacks, highlighting an ongoing political and legal battle against Black representation and democratic norms.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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