Roland Martin Unfiltered
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.
Celebrating Black LGBTQ History. Black History Is Expansive. Beautifully Queer.#TheOtherSideOfChange
This episode champions the essential, often-erased history of Black LGBTQ+ individuals, revealing their foundational contributions to liberation movements and highlighting current coordinated attacks on their rights as a threat to all marginalized communities.
Black Family Fights Eminent Domain. Hegseth Hosts Racist Pastor. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
This episode dissects ongoing racial injustices, from a Black family's fight against eminent domain in Georgia to critiques of the Trump administration's perceived anti-Black policies and the enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.
Racist Doll at Mardi Gras. Trump vs Gov. Moore. Black Developer Fights Housing Disparities
This episode provides an in-depth analysis of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.'s monumental legacy, highlighting his strategic use of economic power, political trailblazing, and global influence in the fight for civil rights.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, Towering Icon Of Civil Rights, Dies At 84
This episode honors the monumental legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, detailing his profound impact on civil rights, economic empowerment, and American politics, from his early days with Dr. King to his global diplomatic efforts.
LIVE! Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly & Moral March Mobilization In Raleigh, NC
Thousands marched across North Carolina in the 'This Is Our Selma' movement, led by Reverend William Barber, to combat gerrymandering, voter suppression, and advocate for a proactive, love-driven vision of social and economic justice.
Don Lemon to be arraigned. HGTV Host Drops N-Word. Black women Jobless Spike. Wilson-Raleigh March.
This episode covers a range of critical Black news, from Don Lemon's arraignment and the closure of a historic Black newspaper to a major civil rights march in North Carolina and deep dives into the power of Black poetry and queer storytelling.
NC Early Voting Push. Cancer Alley Win. NFL Shuts Out Black Coaches.Trump Nominee’s “White Identity”
This episode exposes systemic challenges faced by the Black community in politics, environmental justice, and professional sports, while advocating for independent Black organizational power and strategic engagement.
Trump Snubs Democrats. Governors Cancel Annual Meeting. McIver Confronts DHS. GOP Targets Bad Bunny
This episode dissects the escalating political and cultural clashes in America, from partisan White House snubs and aggressive congressional oversight to the weaponization of pop culture and healthcare policy against marginalized communities.
Rev. C.T. Vivian talks MLK and staring death in the face. #MLKDay2026
Civil Rights icon Rev. C.T. Vivian reflects on a lifetime of struggle, from facing childhood bullies to confronting Jim Clark, and shares his profound insights on the continuous fight for freedom and the true cost of a movement.
Xernona Clayton talks about working with MLK and Coretta Scott King #MLKDay2026
Civil Rights icon Xernona Clayton recounts her defining moments fighting racism, her intimate work with Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, and her unexpected role in changing a KKK Grand Dragon's heart.
LIVE: 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Beloved Community Commemorative Service
This 2026 MLK Commemorative Service emphasizes that realizing Dr. King's 'Beloved Community' requires active nonviolent commitment, confronting historical revisionism, and fostering intergenerational dialogue to combat societal division and injustice.
Roland speaks at Columbus Educ. Assoc. MLK Dinner
Roland Martin challenges the audience at an MLK dinner to move beyond passive celebration and engage in active, sustained political and economic struggle, emphasizing that 'rest time is over' for those seeking real societal change.
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