Roland Martin Unfiltered
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.
Hegseth Blocks Black Officers’ Promotions. NC Court Ruling Shifts Power. MLK Legacy Remembered
This episode exposes alleged racial and gender discrimination in military promotions, unpacks a North Carolina Supreme Court ruling on education funding, and features a pastor's sharp critique of white evangelical support for Donald Trump, all while emphasizing the critical role of voting in shaping political power.
Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs
This episode exposes the political machinations behind Pam Bondi's firing, the ongoing assault on Black voting rights, and offers a 'Capitalism for All' blueprint for Black America's economic empowerment, emphasizing credit, business acquisition, and financial literacy.
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.
SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Trump Voting Order Under Fire. GA Lawmaker Goes Off
This episode breaks down the Supreme Court's skepticism towards Trump's birthright citizenship challenge, exposes his administration's attempts to undermine voting rights, celebrates a new Alabama law for prostate cancer screenings, and features a powerful rebuke of Confederate monument supporters.
SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Trump Voting Order Under Fire. GA Lawmaker Goes Off
This episode dissects the Supreme Court's skepticism towards Trump's birthright citizenship challenge, scrutinizes his 'illegal' voting executive order, celebrates Alabama's new prostate cancer screening bill, and features a Georgia lawmaker's sharp rebuke of Confederate monument supporters.
SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Trump Voting Order Under Fire. GA Lawmaker Goes Off
This episode dissects the Supreme Court's skeptical reception to Trump's birthright citizenship challenge, exposes his illegal voting order, celebrates a new prostate cancer screening law, and features a Georgia lawmaker's powerful history lesson on Confederate monuments.
SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Trump Voting Order Under Fire. GA Lawmaker Goes Off
This episode dissects critical legal battles over birthright citizenship and voting rights, celebrates a new health bill, and features a powerful rebuke of historical revisionism, alongside inspiring stories of education and space exploration.
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.
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.
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.
Black Farmers Shut Out Again. GA GOP Target DAs. Pete Hegseth Blocks Black Officers
This episode exposes a multi-front assault on Black America's political, economic, and social power, from targeted legislation and military discrimination to voter suppression and disinformation campaigns, urging immediate, organized political action.
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.
DOJ Clears Breonna Taylor Officers. No Kings Protest. Black Infertility in the South |#TheBreakDown
This episode dissects critical issues from the DOJ's dismissal of charges in the Breonna Taylor case and a landmark racial discrimination verdict against a city, to the systemic challenges faced by Black women battling infertility and the moral leadership required to reform policing.
Afroman Wins Lawsuit. Government Shutdown Airpot Closures. Staten Island Black Angels |#TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks Afroman's First Amendment victory against police, dissects a contentious voter suppression bill, and debates the complexities of reparations and police interactions.
Afroman Wins Lawsuit. Government Shutdown Airpot Closures. Staten Island Black Angels |#TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks Afroman's landmark free speech victory, the financial battle of a Black-owned whiskey brand, the impact of a government shutdown on TSA, and the forgotten history of Black nurses who revolutionized tuberculosis treatment.
Illinois Primary Heats Up. SCOTUS TPS Hearing. Kiki Shepard Dies. Midwest Leak.
This episode breaks down critical political developments in Illinois and Washington D.C., a Supreme Court immigration battle, and spotlights innovative Black-led initiatives in community engagement and education.
Illinois Primary Heats Up. SCOTUS TPS Hearing. Kiki Shepard Dies. Midwest Leak.
This episode unpacks critical US political races, Supreme Court immigration decisions, and community-driven initiatives, alongside a military expert's critique of foreign policy planning.
$27M Settlement after Black Woman Killed In Police Chase. Oscars Recap. BET+ Shutdown |#TheBreakdown
This episode dissects a $27M police settlement, major Oscar wins for Black creatives, the shutdown of BET+, and efforts to diversify STEM, highlighting critical issues of accountability, representation, and community empowerment.
$27M Settlement after Black Woman Killed In Police Chase. Oscars Recap. BET+ Shutdown |#TheBreakdown
This episode details significant events impacting Black communities, from a landmark police accountability settlement and a streaming service shutdown to historic Oscar wins for Black creatives and a powerful call for diversity in STEM.
$27M Settlement after Black Woman Killed In Police Chase. Oscars Recap. BET+ Shutdown |#TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks a $27M police chase settlement, historic Oscar wins for Black creators, the shutdown of BET+, and a Black woman Chick-fil-A owner's stand against racial and gender bias.
Target Boycott Organizers Hold News Conference | Fast Against The Retailer Ends
Organizers of the Target boycott, including the 'Mothership Three,' declare a partial victory for their 'Target Fast' initiative, citing significant financial impact and corporate concessions, while emphasizing the ongoing fight for public accountability and economic justice.
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