Roland Martin Unfiltered
Target Fast Ends. Justin J. Pearson Slams Musk xAI Gas Turbines. Florida Anti-DEI Bill
This episode dissects the controversial end of the national Target boycott, the environmental threat of Elon Musk's xAI gas turbines in Mississippi, and Florida's escalating legislative war against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Rep. James Clyburn Reelection Bid. Trump SAVE Act Push. Black Man Buys Prison. Lynching Evolution
This episode unpacks critical political and social justice developments, from Rep. James Clyburn's reelection bid and the impact of anti-DEI legislation to a former inmate's historic prison purchase and a disturbing report on the evolution of lynching in America.
Rep. James Clyburn Reelection Bid. Trump SAVE Act Push. Black Man Buys Prison. Lynching Evolution
This episode unpacks critical political developments, groundbreaking social justice initiatives, and ongoing racial disparities, from a former inmate buying a prison to evolving forms of lynching and legislative attacks on DEI.
Target Fast Ends. Justin J. Pearson Slams Musk xAI Gas Turbines. Florida Anti-DEI Bill
Roland Martin Unfiltered dissects the complex conclusion of the Target boycott, exposes environmental threats from XAI's gas turbines, and critiques Florida's anti-DEI legislation, alongside deep dives into Southern political races and misleading campaign tactics.
Black Voters Targeted With Misleading Mailers. Trump’s SAVE Act. Justin Pearson Calls Out GOP
This episode exposes Republican-led efforts to suppress Black votes through misleading mailers, restrictive voting legislation, and historical revisionism, while highlighting strong pushback from Democratic and some Republican figures.
Black Voters Targeted With Misleading Mailers. Trump’s SAVE Act. Justin Pearson Calls Out GOP
Roland Martin exposes Republican tactics to suppress Black votes and whitewash history, from misleading mailers in Virginia to Trump's 'Save America Act' and a Tennessee lawmaker's biblical justification for slavery.
Evolution Of Lynching. Virginia Fights Jan. 6 Lies. Black Unemployment Spike. MAGA & Jesse Jackson
This episode exposes how modern-day lynchings persist, the NBA's cancellation of a controversial 'Magic City Night,' the alarming state of the economy, and the political battle over NIL in college sports and DEI initiatives in Texas.
Florida Sheriffs Brutally Beat Black Man. Rihanna Attempted Murder. Black Preconception Health
This episode exposes the ongoing reality of modern-day lynchings, reframes reproductive health as foundational literacy, and highlights Ghana as a prime destination for Black diaspora investment and cultural reconnection.
Evolution Of Lynching. Virginia Fights Jan. 6 Lies. Black Unemployment Spike. MAGA & Jesse Jackson
This episode dissects the modern redefinition of lynchings, the NBA's cancellation of 'Magic City Night,' a concerning rise in Black unemployment, the economic impact of current administration policies, the fight for minority business contracts in Texas, and Virginia's legislative push to mandate truth about January 6th.
Evolution Of Lynching. Virginia Fights Jan. 6 Lies. Black Unemployment Spike. MAGA & Jesse Jackson
This episode exposes systemic efforts to undermine Black economic progress and historical truth, from modern-day lynchings and economic policies to attempts to re-regulate college athlete earnings and dismantle minority business programs, all while celebrating Democratic counter-moves in narrative control.
Anti-Trump Smoothie Shop Employees Fired. Deaf Black Woman's $1.2M Settlement. Bondi Subpoenaed
This episode unpacks critical news from a $1.2M police settlement and a Smoothie King employee firing, to essential crisis planning for Black-owned businesses and a guide for non-technical app development.
Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
This episode exposes an alleged Trump plot to declare a national emergency to control midterm elections, details the critical threat to Black political power from the *Cala* Supreme Court case, and highlights attacks on social safety nets and DEI initiatives, all while honoring Reverend Jesse Jackson's legacy and the vital role of Black-owned media.
Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
Roland Martin and guests expose alleged plots by Donald Trump to seize control of midterm elections, detail threats to Black political power from Supreme Court rulings and Medicaid cuts, and honor the enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. and Black-owned media.
Al Green Ejected for “Black People Aren’t Apes” Sign. Idaho Bans Juneteenth. Trump Crime Claims
This episode dissects the week's most contentious political and social flashpoints, from Congressman Al Green's direct challenge to Donald Trump's racist rhetoric to the underlying 'white fear' driving anti-DEI policies and attacks on Juneteenth.
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.
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