Roland Martin Unfiltered
NAACP Sports Boycott Over Voting Rights. Roland Blasts Stephen A. Smith. Trump IRS Deal (1)
Roland Martin critically examines the NAACP's 'Out of Bounds' initiative urging Black athletes to boycott Southern states over voting rights, exposes Trump's alleged corrupt IRS deal and slush fund for January 6th defendants, and blasts exploitative religious figures.
George Floyd 6 Years Later. Redistricting War i The South. Talarico Senate Campaign
This episode dissects the ongoing legislative battles for policing reform and voting rights, highlighting the critical fight against racial gerrymandering and the NAACP's call for Black athletes to leverage their economic power against discriminatory state policies.
Capital Prep Middletown Townhall | #RolandMartinUnfiltered
Despite being Connecticut's top-ranked school for college preparation, Capital Prep's bid to open a new school in Middletown to serve underserved Black and Latino children was blocked by local politicians, revealing a deep-seated political battle over educational equity and community control.
SCOTUS Clears Ala. Black District Cut. Racist ‘Cotton-Picking’ Attack on Jeffries. Trump Competency
Roland Martin and guests dissect the Supreme Court's 'schizophrenic' rulings on redistricting, the blatant attacks on Black political power, and the critical need for Black voter mobilization and aggressive political action.
Roland, Howard Bryant talk "Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America"
This episode uncovers the intentional historical erasure of Paul Robeson and the complex, often contradictory, motivations behind Jackie Robinson's integration of baseball, revealing a deeper narrative of American power dynamics during the Cold War.
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.
Dashaun Williams Bodycam Release. Trump Targets DEI Programs. Sinclair Right-Wing Propaganda Exposed
This episode dissects three critical issues impacting Black America: documented police brutality in Jacksonville, Trump's proposed budget cuts targeting minority programs, and the systematic right-wing media propaganda by Sinclair Broadcasting in Baltimore.
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.
SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Black Census Mobilizes. Nick Cannon Backlash Explodes
Roland Martin and guests dissect the Supreme Court's challenge to birthright citizenship, the launch of the Black Census, and the historical inaccuracies promoted by Black celebrities regarding political parties and race.
Bodycam Sparks Outrage. Black Woman Arrest Raises Questions. Afroman Speaks Out
This episode dissects a range of critical issues from voter suppression tactics and the pursuit of reparations in New York to the economic impact of hair braiding regulations and Afroman's landmark First Amendment victory against police defamation.
Bodycam Sparks Outrage. Black Woman Arrest Raises Questions. Afroman Speaks Out
This episode exposes the political maneuvers behind voter suppression, details New York's reparations efforts, debates Louisiana's hair braiding regulations, celebrates Afroman's First Amendment victory against police, and critically analyzes a contentious bodycam arrest in Texas.
Trump Fires Kristi Noem. Celebrating the Life of Rev. Jesse Jackson.
This episode sharply critiques the political firing of Kristi Noem following her controversial congressional testimony and celebrates the profound, multifaceted legacy of civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. through personal tributes and historical context.
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.
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.
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.
#BlackStarNetwork presents: The State of Our Union 2026 | #RolandMartinUnfiltered
This special broadcast dissects the devastating impact of the current administration's policies on Black America, offering a comprehensive strategy for resistance, economic empowerment, and political mobilization.
Black Woman Killed in ICE Pursuit. Newsom “Can’t Read” Remark. Tariff Repayment Push. TPS Fight
This episode dissects three explosive stories—a Black teacher killed in an ICE pursuit, a Black man shot execution-style by police, and Gavin Newsom's 'can't read' comment—to expose systemic failures and media misinterpretations, urging critical thinking and community action.
Slaveholder Religion Exposed. Roland Warns Of Slavery Without Shackles
Roland Martin exposes the systemic, multi-faceted assault on Black America, labeling modern white Christian nationalism as a 'slaveholder religion' and urging the Black community to mobilize against 'slavery without shackles' by defending their gains and actively participating in the ongoing fight for liberation.
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
This episode profoundly details Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.'s unparalleled impact on American civil rights, politics, and economic empowerment, showcasing how his strategies continue to shape movements and challenge power structures.
Georgia Fort Pleads Not Guilty. Paralyzed Man Case Charges Dropped. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
This episode offers a profound, multi-faceted tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., detailing his unparalleled impact on civil rights, American politics, economic empowerment, and international diplomacy through personal anecdotes and historical analysis.
Colleges Cut DEI Ties. Supreme Court Blocks Trump Tariffs. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
Roland Martin and guests detail the ongoing attacks on DEI initiatives in universities, the Supreme Court's ruling against Trump's tariffs, and the enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., emphasizing the need for Black community mobilization and economic empowerment.
Black groups, people must invest in Black-owned media
Roland Martin passionately argues that the Black community's collective economic power is severely underutilized in supporting Black-owned media, leaving it vulnerable to disinformation and suppression.
Georgia Fort Pleads Not Guilty. Paralyzed Man Case Charges Dropped. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
Independent journalist Georgia Fort's felony charges for covering a protest highlight a growing federal assault on black media, echoing historical suppression and underscoring the urgent need for community financial support to preserve independent black journalism and activism.
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