Roland Martin Unfiltered
Jackie Robinson Day. Toledo Police Slam Black Teen. Rev. Otis Moss, III on Faith & Power
This episode exposes systemic hypocrisies, from police brutality and voter suppression tactics to selective outrage over Saudi investments and the nuanced legacy of Jackie Robinson's integration, all framed through the lens of Black political and social empowerment.
Roland, Howard Bryant talk "Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America"
Howard Bryant's book "Kings and Pawns" recontextualizes the intertwined legacies of Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson, revealing how white power structures intentionally erased Robeson and manipulated Robinson during the Cold War to control the narrative of Black American progress.
Justin Fairfax Murder-Suicide. KC RICO Case Targets Racist Board. RFK Jr Confronted
This episode unpacks a shocking murder-suicide involving a former Virginia Lieutenant Governor, linking it to the silent mental health crisis among Black men, and details a significant RICO lawsuit against a racially discriminatory entertainment district in Kansas City.
Jackie Robinson Day. Toledo Police Slam Black Teen. Rev. Otis Moss, III on Faith & Power
This episode exposes systemic issues from police brutality and voter suppression to the hypocrisy of Saudi investments and the complex legacy of Jackie Robinson, urging Black Americans to engage politically and preserve their history.
Celebrating Jackie Robinson Day 2026 | Jackie Robinson Museum Grand Opening Revisited
The grand opening of the Jackie Robinson Museum reveals his profound impact beyond baseball, highlighting his unwavering commitment to civil rights, entrepreneurial vision, and the enduring legacy meticulously preserved by Rachel Robinson.
Maryland Voting Rights Act. White Woman Sues Black Health Program. Black Ranchers. #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks critical issues facing Black America, from new voting rights legislation and a lawsuit against a Black maternal health program to the tragic impact of biased police narratives and the persistence of racist housing covenants.
Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash
This episode unpacks critical social and economic issues affecting Black communities, from the erasure of history and legislative attacks on voting rights to the economic impact of the film industry and the debate around the N-word.
Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash
This episode unpacks a series of urgent societal and political issues, from a US military blockade on Iranian ports and the suspicious death of a Black influencer, to the economic impact of the film industry and deliberate efforts to erase Black history and political power.
Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms
Virginia's April 21st redistricting referendum is framed as a critical battleground against Republican gerrymandering, with national implications for Black political power and policy, urging massive voter turnout to counter efforts to defund Black America.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs
This episode dissects the political and economic landscape impacting Black America, from the firing of Pam Bondi and the threat of the MAGA agenda to the practicalities of building Black wealth through financial literacy and strategic voting.
Live exteriors of the U.S. Supreme Court as it hears birthright citizenship case
Civil rights leaders, legal experts, and advocates rallied outside the Supreme Court to defend birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, arguing against efforts to redefine who belongs in America.
Trump Impact On Black America. SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Case. Alabama College DEI probe
This episode dissects the multifaceted impacts of Trump-era policies on Black America, from economic destabilization and civil rights rollbacks to an inspiring narrative of an entrepreneur rebuilding her life and community.
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