Roland Martin Unfiltered
Black Influencer Found Dead. Trump Jesus-Like Image. Mayor Mamdani's Impact on Blacks #TheBreakdown
This episode dissects the suspicious death of a Black influencer, the political and religious backlash against Donald Trump's self-portrayal as Jesus, and New York City Mayor Mamdani's early impact on Black communities, alongside a guide to building a powerful personal support network.
Living in Full Bloom with LAMIK Beauty Founder/CEO Kim Roxie #ABalancedLife
Kim Roxie, founder of LAMIK Beauty, shares her journey from being an 'at-risk' teen to a successful entrepreneur, emphasizing how personal adversity and self-belief fueled her innovative beauty brand and resilience.
Black Single Moms Attacked. Jamilah Lemieux's Black. Single. Mother Claps Back #TheOtherSideOfChange
This episode critiques the systemic vilification of Black single mothers, highlighting how political narratives and cultural stereotypes harm these women, and introduces Jamila Lemieux's book, "Black Single Mother," as a counter-narrative.
Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage
Roland Martin and his panel dissect Donald Trump's clashes with Pope Leo and his self-portrayal as Jesus, the escalating Iran conflict, and the critical role of Black mayors and media in countering systemic attacks.
Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash
This episode unpacks critical social and economic issues affecting Black communities, from the erasure of history and legislative attacks on voting rights to the economic impact of the film industry and the debate around the N-word.
Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage
This episode unpacks Donald Trump's clashes with Pope Leo and the Iran conflict, alongside Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott's new leadership role for Black mayors and the critical need for Black elected officials to engage with Black media.
Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage
Roland Martin and his panel dissect Donald Trump's clashes with Pope Leo and the fallout from the Iran port blockade, while Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott highlights the coordinated attacks on Black political power and the critical need for Black media engagement.
Black Single Moms Attacked. Jamilah Lemieux's Black. Single. Mother Claps Back #TheOtherSideOfChange
This episode critiques the pervasive vilification of Black single mothers, highlighting Jamila Lemieux's new book 'Black Single Mother' as a counter-narrative and demanding societal respect and support.
Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash
This episode unpacks a series of urgent societal and political issues, from a US military blockade on Iranian ports and the suspicious death of a Black influencer, to the economic impact of the film industry and deliberate efforts to erase Black history and political power.
Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage
Roland Martin and his panel dissect Donald Trump's clashes with Pope Leo and the global implications of the Iran conflict, alongside the critical role of Black mayors and the imperative for Black elected officials to leverage Black media.
Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms
Virginia's April 21st redistricting referendum is framed as a critical battleground against Republican gerrymandering, with national implications for Black political power and policy, urging massive voter turnout to counter efforts to defund Black America.
LIVE from Norfolk State. VA Referendum Could Flip 4 Seats. Youth Vote Push Intensifies
Virginia's critical April 21st referendum on congressional maps could flip four seats, potentially determining national House control and significantly impacting black political power, prompting an urgent call for voter mobilization.
Disrupting Normalcy To Live Life In Full Bloom #ABalancedLife S4 E7
This episode explores how women can disrupt personal norms, embrace self-reflection, and set boundaries to live authentically and in 'full bloom.'
Difficult People. Stress Headaches. Dementia Care. What’s Taking a Toll #SecondOpinion
This episode reveals how difficult people accelerate aging, stress causes chronic headaches, and the critical need for early dementia diagnosis and caregiver support, especially within the Black community.
Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms
A critical Virginia referendum on April 21st, aiming to establish a 10-1 Democratic-leaning congressional map, is framed as a national battleground to secure Black political power and counter Republican gerrymandering tactics.
Election Results. Black Lawmakers Home Shot At. Delivery Costs Spike. Kanye Fest Axed. #TheBreakdown
This episode dissects a range of critical events, from a racially charged campus video and the economic reliance on immigrant labor to a sharp critique of LeBron James's controversial comments about Memphis.
TN Voter Glitch Hits Black County. Trump Iran Ultimatum. Missouri DEI Crackdown
This episode exposes critical threats to voting rights in Tennessee, analyzes Donald Trump's reckless 'diplomacy by social media' regarding Iran, and details the defunding of Black student organizations at the University of Missouri.
Musk's xAI Memphis Pollution. Stephenson King Jr. Case. Black, Degreed, & Unemployed #TheBreakdown
This episode dissects Elon Musk's xAI water plant controversy, the disproportionate unemployment rates among Black degreed women, and offers practical guidance on effective bodily detoxification.
Difficult People. Stress Headaches. Dementia Care. What’s Taking a Toll #SecondOpinion
This episode explores how difficult relationships accelerate aging, the physical toll of stress leading to chronic headaches, and the critical aspects of understanding and caring for loved ones with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
This episode dissects the political fallout from Trump's Iran threats, the economic strain on American housing, and celebrates the enduring legacy of baseball icon Hank Aaron, highlighting his fight against racism and his entrepreneurial spirit.
Deadly MRI Accident. Inmate Awarded $307M. Iran War Powers. Black Women's Work Value #TheBreakdown
This episode breaks down critical news stories, from a deadly MRI accident and a landmark inmate medical negligence verdict to the economic struggles of Black women and political efforts to impact voting rights, alongside interviews on fitness and community building.
LIVE from Norfolk State. VA Referendum Could Flip 4 Seats. Youth Vote Push Intensifies
Virginia's April 21st referendum on congressional map changes was a critical battleground for national political power and Black representation, framed by Democrats as a necessary counter to Republican gerrymandering tactics.
Deadly MRI Accident. Inmate Awarded $307M. Iran War Powers. Black Women's Work Value #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks systemic injustices from fatal MRI accidents and prison medical neglect to economic disparities for Black women, while also spotlighting community-driven solutions and the high stakes of political engagement.
"Bad Law": Ten Laws Ruining America Exposed | #RolandsBookClub
Ellie Mystal, author of 'Bad Law,' argues that America faces a constitutional crisis due to unchecked executive power and details how Democrats must adopt an aggressive, 'sledgehammer' approach to dismantle harmful, often racist, laws and institutions.
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