Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
Roland Martin Unfiltered exposes a multi-front assault on Black political power and social programs, from alleged Trump plots to nationalize elections to Supreme Court challenges against voting rights and federal funding freezes.
Nation honors Rev. Jackson. Chicago pays $5.7M to family raided, Brian McKnight sues Rickey Smiley
This episode covers the national remembrance of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., a significant $5.7 million police misconduct settlement in Chicago, critical threats to the social work profession, a Congressman's protest against racism, and an interview with "Poetry Queen" Ryan Jenkins.
Al Green Ejected for “Black People Aren’t Apes” Sign. Idaho Bans Juneteenth. Trump Crime Claims
This episode dissects the pervasive nature of racial animus in American politics, from a congressman's direct protest against Trump's racism to local efforts to erase Black history and the underlying demographic anxieties fueling right-wing extremism.
State of the Union Recap. Rep. Al Green Removed. Rep. Omar Heckles Trump. The Pink Nookie
This episode dissects the political theater of a State of the Union address, explores the historical roots of challenges to Black marriage, and highlights innovative Black-led initiatives in digital protection and entrepreneurship.
Al Green Ejected for “Black People Aren’t Apes” Sign. Idaho Bans Juneteenth. Trump Crime Claims
This episode dissects the political theater and underlying racial anxieties fueling current events, from Al Green's protest against racist rhetoric to the economic realities of demographic shifts and the enduring legacy of civil rights leaders.
State of the Union Recap. Rep. Al Green Removed. Rep. Omar Heckles Trump. The Pink Nookie
This episode unpacks the political theater of the State of the Union, explores the deep-rooted challenges and solutions for Black relationships and digital safety, and highlights a Black woman's journey from food stamps to a multi-million dollar feminine hygiene empire.
Chicago Cop Violates Blacks. NY Professor Racist Comments. The AromaRoom Holistic Wellness
This episode dissects critical social issues, from police misconduct and racial insensitivity to the underrepresentation of Black engineers and the empowering rise of Black women in comedy, alongside a deep dive into media misinterpretation.
Shocking Deaths of Black Men. Trump Attacks Susan Rice. Turning Defeat into Triumph. Jackson Tribute
This episode unpacks critical events impacting the Black community, from police shootings and political attacks on DEI initiatives to the enduring legacy of Jesse Jackson and the vital need for culturally competent postpartum care.
Speaker Johnson Denies Jackson Capitol Rotunda Honor, Black Father Sentenced for Deadly Crash
This episode unpacks critical news, from political decisions impacting civil rights legacies to community-led initiatives and groundbreaking achievements in Broadway, highlighting ongoing struggles and triumphs within Black communities.
Colleges Cut DEI Ties. Supreme Court Blocks Trump Tariffs. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
This episode exposes a multi-front assault on Black America, from university DEI program cuts and a Supreme Court ruling against Trump's tariffs to the denial of a national honor for Reverend Jesse Jackson, underscoring a critical need for strategic Black voter mobilization and economic self-reliance.
Speaker Johnson Denies Jackson Capitol Rotunda Honor, Black Father Sentenced for Deadly Crash
This episode unpacks critical socio-political developments, from the denial of a Capitol Rotunda honor for Rev. Jesse Jackson to a Black father's severe sentencing, alongside inspiring stories of Black community empowerment and groundbreaking achievements in Broadway production.
Jackson Children Speak Out. Cop Charges Dropped In Randy Cox Case. Black Woman FBI Agent Pushed Out
This episode exposes how institutional narratives distort legacies, systemic forces push out marginalized professionals, and accountability for injustice remains elusive, while highlighting personal resilience and innovative solutions for community well-being.
Jackson Children Speak Out. Cop Charges Dropped In Randy Cox Case. Black Woman FBI Agent Pushed Out
This episode exposes systemic failures in justice and accountability, from dropped charges in a police brutality case to alleged racial bias in the FBI, while also highlighting the enduring legacy of civil rights leaders and innovative approaches to community health.
Press Conference with the family of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr.
Reverend Jesse Jackson's family honors his expansive civil rights legacy, calling on the public to continue his fight for justice, equality, and unity while announcing memorial arrangements.
GOP’s SAVE Act bad for Blacks; Rickey Smiley rips hazing; Shoot victim wins $27M
This episode dissects the GOP's 'SAVE Act' as a voter suppression tactic targeting Black and low-income communities, exposes the severe mental and physical trauma of hazing in Greek life, and celebrates a landmark $27.5 million verdict against a police shooting, emphasizing the critical role of Black lawyers in civil rights.
GOP’s SAVE Act bad for Blacks; Rickey Smiley rips hazing; Shoot victim wins $27M
This episode dissects Republican efforts to suppress Black votes through the 'SAVE Act,' exposes the psychological damage of hazing in Black Greek-letter organizations, and celebrates a landmark $27.5 million verdict for a police shooting victim.
SAVE Act Vote Threatens Voting Rights. Bondi Deflects on Epstein. Black Unemployment Still Higher
This episode exposes Republican efforts to suppress votes via the SAVE Act, scrutinizes Attorney General Pam Bondi's evasive testimony on Epstein and DOJ corruption, and advocates for a strategic, localized voter mobilization strategy within Black communities.
Don Lemon to be arraigned. HGTV Host Drops N-Word. Black women Jobless Spike. Wilson-Raleigh March.
This episode unpacks critical news affecting the Black community, from a significant civil rights march and economic disparities to the power of Black art and challenges to Black history.
Don Lemon to be arraigned. HGTV Host Drops N-Word. Black women Jobless Spike. Wilson-Raleigh March.
This episode unpacks a series of urgent news stories impacting the Black community, from political marches and economic disparities to cultural erasure and the power of Black storytelling.
Love Forward Together March. 75-year-old Black Man faces Execution. Trump STD Funding Cut.
This episode exposes critical threats to Black political power and health, while outlining a micro-targeted strategy for community-led voter mobilization and long-term political engagement.
SAVE Act Vote Threatens Voting Rights. Bondi Deflects on Epstein. Black Unemployment Still Higher
This episode exposes Republican efforts to suppress votes through the 'SAVE Act,' critiques the Trump administration's economic performance and Attorney General Pam Bondi's evasive testimony, and advocates for targeted Black community mobilization to counter systemic injustices.
SAVE Act Vote Threatens Voting Rights. Bondi Deflects on Epstein. Black Unemployment Still Higher
This episode exposes Republican efforts to suppress votes through the 'SAVE Act,' critiques the Trump administration's economic policies and alleged corruption, and calls for strategic, grassroots mobilization within Black communities to counter these threats.
Bishop Barber Love Forward March. Cops Shoot Detroit Mom. Black Farmers Shutout Of Federal Support.
This episode exposes systemic injustices impacting Black communities, from a Detroit police shooting and the exclusion of Black farmers from federal support to critical analyses of economic data and health disparities, alongside a major civil rights march.
Trump Snubs Democrats. Governors Cancel Annual Meeting. McIver Confronts DHS. GOP Targets Bad Bunny
This episode exposes how political figures and media outlets leverage 'culture wars' and partisan divides, from a canceled governors' meeting to outrage over a Super Bowl halftime show, while critical issues like healthcare disparities for Black Americans demand targeted action.
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