Roland Martin Unfiltered

Difficult People. Stress Headaches. Dementia Care. What’s Taking a Toll #SecondOpinion
This episode explores how difficult relationships accelerate aging, the physical toll of stress on headaches, and critical insights into dementia types, risk factors, and the immense challenges faced by caregivers.

Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms
Virginia's April 21st referendum on congressional redistricting is a critical battleground that could determine national House control and significantly impact Black political power, setting a precedent against Republican gerrymandering tactics.

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.

Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
Roland Martin Unfiltered dissects former President Trump's controversial statements on Iran, the resulting economic pressures on American households, and honors baseball legend Hank Aaron's enduring legacy in sports and business, all while critiquing political hypocrisy.

Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
This episode dissects the political fallout from Trump's alleged war threats against Iran, the economic strain on American households, and honors baseball legend Hank Aaron's enduring legacy in sports and business, emphasizing the need for conscious leadership and equitable opportunities.

Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
Calls for Donald Trump's removal surge after his Iran war threats, exacerbating economic strain and highlighting political hypocrisy, while the enduring legacy of baseball legend Hank Aaron's fight against racism and his entrepreneurial spirit are celebrated.

Hank Aaron and Andrew Young at the 2018 HOPE Global Forums
Baseball legend Hank Aaron and civil rights icon Andrew Young share candid stories about their financial journeys, entrepreneurial ventures, and the profound impact of giving back, highlighting how business acumen and philanthropy far outpaced their early career earnings.

Roland Martin, others honored in 2017 by Hank Aaron as Champions of Justice
This episode celebrates Hank Aaron's legacy and honors civil rights champions, featuring a panel discussion on the evolving role of business, media, and individual leadership in advancing social and economic justice for African Americans.

Election Results. Black Lawmakers Home Shot At. Delivery Costs Spike. Kanye Fest Axed. #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks critical current events, from the economic impact of immigrant labor and geopolitical conflicts to the social fallout of celebrity remarks and university 'satire,' alongside a deep dive into personal resilience.

Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
This episode unpacks the political firestorm surrounding calls for Donald Trump's removal after his Iran war threats, the escalating economic impact on American households, and a powerful tribute to baseball legend Hank Aaron's enduring legacy of breaking barriers in sports and business.

Election Results. Black Lawmakers Home Shot At. Delivery Costs Spike. Kanye Fest Axed. #TheBreakdown
This episode breaks down diverse, high-impact news stories, from election outcomes and racial incidents to economic shifts and celebrity controversies, highlighting their societal and economic implications.

TN Voter Glitch Hits Black County. Trump Iran Ultimatum. Missouri DEI Crackdown
This episode dissects critical issues from a Tennessee voter glitch impacting Black communities and Trump's erratic social media diplomacy on Iran, to the defunding of DEI programs at the University of Missouri and a sustainable denim jewelry business.

Trump: “A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight”. Outrage Erupts Over Dangerous Iran Threat
Donald Trump's alarming social media posts threatening Iran with 'a whole civilization will die tonight' and subsequent 'ceasefire' claims spark outrage and deep concern over his erratic 'diplomacy by social media' and its real-world implications.

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.

Sinclair Broadcasting. “Propaganda Masquerading As Media.” Right Wing Power Grab Exposed
Sinclair Broadcasting, led by David Smith, is weaponizing its vast network of local TV stations and newspapers, like the Baltimore Sun, to push a right-wing agenda, specifically targeting Black political power and progressive policies in Baltimore and beyond.

Georgia Special Election. Jam Master Jay Killer Freed. Trump Budget Cuts. Offset Shot.
This episode unpacks a diverse range of critical news, from a Georgia special election and high-profile legal updates to NASA's lunar mission, Trump's budget targeting DEI, and a deep dive into infertility disparities affecting Black women, alongside an exposé on right-wing media influence.

Disrupting Normalcy To Live Life In Full Bloom #ABalancedLife S4 E7
This episode challenges women to dismantle the 'superwoman' myth through radical self-reflection, boundary-setting, and embracing discomfort to live authentically and purposefully.

Diaspora Wars Erupt. Trump's War on Truth Escalates | #TheOtherSideOfChange
This episode dissects the divisive 'diaspora wars' within the Black community and the alarming political attacks on education, framing both as calculated strategies to disempower and control.

Racist Teacher Exposed. Civil Rights Groups Sue Trump. The Quest To Your Purpose. #TheBreakdown
This episode exposes systemic racial injustices, from a teacher's racist act and military promotion discrimination to healthcare disparities in MS diagnosis and the critical need for culturally competent postpartum support for Black mothers, while also exploring personal purpose and entrepreneurial empowerment.

Dashaun Williams Bodycam Release. Trump Targets DEI Programs. Sinclair Right-Wing Propaganda Exposed
Roland Martin and guest Morgan Harper dissect the March job report, revealing economic stagnation and disparities for Black workers, while also sharply criticizing LeBron James's dismissive comments about Memphis and their broader economic implications for 'second-tier' cities.

Dashaun Williams Bodycam Release. Trump Targets DEI Programs. Sinclair Right-Wing Propaganda Exposed
This episode dissects three critical issues impacting Black America: documented police brutality in Jacksonville, Trump's proposed budget cuts targeting minority programs, and the systematic right-wing media propaganda by Sinclair Broadcasting in Baltimore.

LaTosha Brown: “Our Pockets, They Are Cleaning Us Dry”. MAGA Targeting Black Communities
Black Voters Matter co-founders expose MAGA's systemic efforts to suppress Black votes and economic power, urging communities to self-fund and strategically use every tool, including early voting, to build power and protect their interests.

Racist Teacher Exposed. Civil Rights Groups Sue Trump. The Quest To Your Purpose. #TheBreakdown
This episode exposes systemic discrimination in education and the military, highlights critical civil rights battles over voting and health, and offers a framework for personal purpose and entrepreneurial empowerment.

Hegseth Blocks Black Officers’ Promotions. NC Court Ruling Shifts Power. MLK Legacy Remembered (1)
This episode exposes alleged racial and gender discrimination in military promotions by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the impact of a North Carolina court ruling on education funding, and a deep dive into Dr. King's 'Mountaintop' speech, alongside a pastor's scathing critique of white evangelical support for Donald Trump.
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