Roland Martin Unfiltered

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.

Leadership That Works. Quiet Quitting. Wisdom Age and Respect in the Workplace
This episode dissects effective leadership, the silent epidemic of 'quiet quitting,' and the true nature of wisdom, urging a shift from age-based assumptions to competency-driven respect in the workplace and beyond.

Senate SAVE Act Debate. Ill. Primary Election. Obama Pushes Va. Restricting Vote. Gas Prices Soar.
This episode dissects Republican legislative efforts, exposing alleged voter suppression tactics, discriminatory school voucher programs, and foreign policy blunders, while celebrating Black-owned businesses and cultural icons.

Illinois Primary Heats Up. SCOTUS TPS Hearing. Kiki Shepard Dies. Midwest Leak.
This episode covers critical Illinois primary elections, Supreme Court immigration decisions, the importance of local voting and community economics, and innovative Black-led educational initiatives.

Leadership That Works. Quiet Quitting. Wisdom Age and Respect in the Workplace
This episode dissects effective leadership, the silent epidemic of 'quiet quitting,' and the crucial role of trust, emotional intelligence, and intergenerational respect in fostering thriving workplaces and communities.

Hormuz Oil Crisis. Voting Rights Lawsuit. Shutdown Clash Between Casar & Cornyn
This episode dissects the perceived incompetence of US foreign policy in the Middle East, the political maneuvering around the Illinois Senate race and voting rights, and the partisan clash over the government shutdown, all framed through a critical lens.

$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.

Hormuz Oil Crisis. Voting Rights Lawsuit. Shutdown Clash Between Casar & Cornyn
This episode dissects the perceived incompetence in US foreign policy, the critical Illinois Senate race, and Republican efforts to suppress votes, framing them as direct threats to American democracy and stability.

Hormuz Oil Crisis. Voting Rights Lawsuit. Shutdown Clash Between Casar & Cornyn
This episode dissects the critical failures in US foreign policy, the ongoing battle for voting rights, and political maneuvering during a government shutdown, all through the lens of Black American perspectives.

$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.

SAVE Act Scam Exposed. Clyburn House Bid. Black Woman Dragged From Car. Trump Targets Haitians
Roland Martin and guests expose the voter suppression tactics embedded in the SAVE Act, debate the value of seniority versus youth in Congress, and detail Trump's attempts to rename the Kennedy Center and dismantle DEI initiatives.

Critics Say Jim Clyburn Is Too Old. Roland Martin Says Experience Still Runs Congress.
Roland Martin and his panel debate whether age should be a disqualifier for holding political office, arguing that institutional memory and effectiveness outweigh youth in Congress.

SAVE Plan Tossed. Trump Admin Sued Over College Race Reporting. Black-Owned Music Royalties
This episode unpacks major legal and political developments, including the termination of the SAVE student loan plan, challenges to voter ID laws, and a new platform empowering artists in the music industry.

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.

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.

AI Rewiring Your Brain? Medicare Confusion, Sciatica Pain and Hair Chemical Risks |#SecondOpinion
This episode delivers critical health and life advice, from navigating AI's impact on mental well-being and understanding Medicare benefits, to managing sciatica pain and identifying hazardous chemicals in beauty products, especially for Black women.

Black Voters Targeted With Misleading Mailers. Trump’s SAVE Act. Justin Pearson Calls Out GOP
Roland Martin exposes deceptive political tactics, from misleading mailers targeting Black voters in Virginia to Trump's 'Save America Act' and Republican attempts to whitewash history, all while advocating for Black political power.

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.

AI Rewiring Your Brain? Medicare Confusion, Sciatica Pain and Hair Chemical Risks |#SecondOpinion
This episode unpacks critical health and societal issues, from AI's impact on cognitive function to the hidden dangers in beauty products and essential guidance on Medicare enrollment.

SAVE Plan Tossed. Trump Admin Sued Over College Race Reporting. Black-Owned Music Royalties
This episode breaks down major legal and political developments, including the termination of the SAVE student loan plan, challenges to voter ID laws, and a Black tech entrepreneur's $80M raise to empower artists with royalty transparency.

SAVE Plan Tossed. Trump Admin Sued Over College Race Reporting. Black-Owned Music Royalties
This episode unpacks critical legal and political developments impacting student loan repayment, voting rights, and racial equity, alongside an innovative business model disrupting the music industry.

SAVE Plan Tossed. Trump Admin Sued Over College Race Reporting. Black-Owned Music Royalties
This episode exposes critical challenges to student loan relief, voting rights, and fair compensation in the music industry, while offering solutions like family mediation and innovative tech for artists.

SAVE Act Scam Exposed. Clyburn House Bid. Black Woman Dragged From Car. Trump Targets Haitians
This episode exposes how the 'Save America Act' is a voter suppression tactic disguised as voter ID, critiques the debate around congressional seniority versus effectiveness, and details Trump's attempts to rename the Kennedy Center and dismantle DEI initiatives in universities.
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