Roland Martin Unfiltered
Rev. William Barber Speaks At Rally Outside SCOTUS Amid Birthright Citizenship Case
A powerful rally outside the Supreme Court defends birthright citizenship, framing it as the bedrock of American democracy and a direct protection for all children against attempts to create a permanent underclass.
Terence Crutcher Case Heads to Jury. SCOTUS Race Case. Senators Press 2020 Election Truth
This episode dissects critical legal and political battles, from a police qualified immunity ruling and racial discrimination in jury selection to the economic impact of anti-DEI policies on Black women entrepreneurs and the fight for voting rights.
Black Jurors Removed From Jury. Betty Shelby Suit. Crump Probes Sheriffs. Black Girl Playground
This episode unpacks critical legal battles, historical political context regarding race, and inspiring community initiatives impacting the Black community, from Supreme Court cases to the rise of 'Black Girl Playground' social clubs.
Terence Crutcher Case Heads to Jury. SCOTUS Race Case. Senators Press 2020 Election Truth
This episode dissects critical legal battles against qualified immunity and racial bias in jury selection, exposes political maneuvers to undermine voting rights, and reveals the economic impact of anti-DEI policies on Black women entrepreneurs, alongside an inspiring story of a homeless-to-Oprah-featured jewelry designer.
Trump Pushes To Kill Birthright Citizenship. Supreme Court Could Help Him Do It
The host and guests assert that Donald Trump's efforts to end birthright citizenship, currently before the Supreme Court, are a politically motivated attack on the 14th Amendment, rooted in racist arguments and enabled by a partisan Supreme Court.
Roland Checks Nick Cannon And Chilli. Black MAGA Claims Collapse
Roland Martin meticulously debunks celebrity claims about Black support for Donald Trump and the historical roles of the Democratic and Republican parties, emphasizing the critical importance of historical context and factual accuracy.
Black Jurors Removed From Jury. Betty Shelby Suit. Crump Probes Sheriffs. Black Girl Playground
This episode unpacks critical legal battles concerning racial bias in the justice system, offers a deep dive into the complex history of US political parties and Black Americans, and highlights a community initiative fostering joy and connection among Black women.
SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Black Census Mobilizes. Nick Cannon Backlash Explodes
Roland Martin and guests dissect the Supreme Court's challenge to birthright citizenship, the launch of the Black Census, and the historical inaccuracies promoted by Black celebrities regarding political parties and race.
SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Black Census Mobilizes. Nick Cannon Backlash Explodes
Roland Martin and guests dissect the Supreme Court's challenge to birthright citizenship, highlight the Black Census's mission, and dismantle historically inaccurate political claims made by celebrities like Nick Cannon and Amber Rose.
SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Black Census Mobilizes. Nick Cannon Backlash Explodes
This episode dissects the political motivations behind the Supreme Court's challenge to birthright citizenship, highlights the largest-ever Black census, and provides a rigorous historical deconstruction of race and political parties in America, directly challenging celebrity misinformation.
Black Farmers Shut Out Again. GA GOP Target DAs. Pete Hegseth Blocks Black Officers
Roland Martin and guests expose a coordinated, multi-faceted attack on Black America across political, economic, and social spheres, urging immediate, strategic mobilization to counter systemic oppression.
"No Kings" protest outside Minnesota’s State Capitol against Donald Trump
Thousands gathered at Minnesota's State Capitol for the "No Kings" protest, declaring defiance against authoritarianism, ICE actions, and economic inequality, inspired by Minnesota's local resistance model.
News conference ahead of a "No Kings" protest in New York against Donald Trump
Leaders and activists in New York unite under the banner of 'No Kings' to protest against the Trump administration's policies, emphasizing collective action and democratic principles over authoritarian rule.
Black Farmers Shut Out Again. GA GOP Target DAs. Pete Hegseth Blocks Black Officers
Roland Martin and guests detail a coordinated, multi-faceted attack by Republicans on Black political power, economic stability, and civil rights across various sectors and states, from Georgia's DAs to military promotions and Black farmers' land ownership.
DOJ Clears Breonna Taylor Officers. No Kings Protest. Black Infertility in the South |#TheBreakDown
This episode dissects critical issues from police accountability and workplace discrimination to the silent crisis of infertility among Black women in the South, offering deep insights into systemic challenges and paths to resilience.
SCOTUS Weighs Voting Rights Case. ObamaCare Anniversary. Memphis Task Force Under Fire
This episode dissects the Supreme Court's potential impact on voting rights, critiques the Memphis Safe Task Force, and celebrates the Affordable Care Act's anniversary, all while exploring the untold history of Black Seminole resistance.
Uncle Nearest Bankruptcy Blocked. McDonald’s Bias Lawsuit. TPS Fight Heads to SCOTUS
This episode unpacks the legal battles surrounding Uncle Nearest's CEO, McDonald's racial bias, and a Tuskegee coach's lawsuit, while also analyzing black homeownership initiatives, strategies to engage young black voters, and the Supreme Court's review of TPS for Haitians and Syrians.
Black Senators Rebuke Trump SAVE Act. Jim Crow 2.0 Tactics Could Disenfranchise Millions
Three Black U.S. Senators deliver impassioned speeches, condemning the proposed 'SAVE Act' as a direct assault on voting rights, likening its restrictive measures to 'Jim Crow 2.0' tactics designed to disenfranchise millions of eligible American voters.
Uncle Nearest Bankruptcy Blocked. McDonald’s Bias Lawsuit. TPS Fight Heads to SCOTUS
This episode dissects multiple high-stakes legal battles and political issues impacting the Black community, from corporate discrimination and financial mismanagement to voting engagement and immigration policy.
Afroman Wins in Court. Cops Raid His Home, Find Nothing, Then Lose Big
Afroman successfully defended himself against a defamation lawsuit from sheriff's deputies he parodied, turning a wrongful raid into a viral sensation and a significant financial opportunity.
Afroman Wins Lawsuit. Government Shutdown Airpot Closures. Staten Island Black Angels |#TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks Afroman's landmark free speech victory, the political maneuvering around a government shutdown impacting TSA, and the historical fight for recognition by the 'Black Angels' nurses and descendants of enslaved people.
Afroman Clashes with Officers in Court. Primary Election Results Lip Bar Beauty Brand |#TheBreakDown
This episode unpacks the Afroman civil trial, a community-led violence reduction model, and the growth of The Lip Bar beauty brand, alongside a sharp critique of US foreign policy decisions.
Senate SAVE Act Debate. Ill. Primary Election. Obama Pushes Va. Restricting Vote. Gas Prices Soar.
This episode exposes Republican legislative tactics, from a 'Trojan horse' voter suppression bill and self-sabotaging foreign policy to racially charged misinformation campaigns against small business support and religious freedom in education.
Target Boycott Not Over. SAVE Act Clash in Senate. Police Drag Black Woman From Car
This episode exposes the fractured leadership of the Target boycott, details a troubling police incident in Texas, and critically examines the rise of white Christian nationalism and its impact on American democracy and policy.
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