Roland Martin Unfiltered

Musk's xAI Memphis Pollution. Stephenson King Jr. Case. Black, Degreed, & Unemployed #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks Elon Musk's paused water plant in Memphis, disproportionate job losses for Black women professionals, and critical insights into effective detoxification, alongside sharp political commentary on Trump's rhetoric.

Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
This episode dissects the political fallout from Trump's alleged war threats against Iran, the economic strain on American households, and honors baseball legend Hank Aaron's enduring legacy in sports and business, emphasizing the need for conscious leadership and equitable opportunities.

Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
Calls for Donald Trump's removal surge after his Iran war threats, exacerbating economic strain and highlighting political hypocrisy, while the enduring legacy of baseball legend Hank Aaron's fight against racism and his entrepreneurial spirit are celebrated.

Hank Aaron and Andrew Young at the 2018 HOPE Global Forums
Baseball legend Hank Aaron and civil rights icon Andrew Young share candid stories about their financial journeys, entrepreneurial ventures, and the profound impact of giving back, highlighting how business acumen and philanthropy far outpaced their early career earnings.

Roland Martin, others honored in 2017 by Hank Aaron as Champions of Justice
This episode celebrates Hank Aaron's legacy and honors civil rights champions, featuring a panel discussion on the evolving role of business, media, and individual leadership in advancing social and economic justice for African Americans.

Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
This episode unpacks the political firestorm surrounding calls for Donald Trump's removal after his Iran war threats, the escalating economic impact on American households, and a powerful tribute to baseball legend Hank Aaron's enduring legacy of breaking barriers in sports and business.

Diaspora Wars Erupt. Trump's War on Truth Escalates | #TheOtherSideOfChange
This episode dissects the divisive 'diaspora wars' within the Black community and the alarming political attacks on education, framing both as calculated strategies to disempower and control.

Racist Teacher Exposed. Civil Rights Groups Sue Trump. The Quest To Your Purpose. #TheBreakdown
This episode exposes systemic racial injustices, from a teacher's racist act and military promotion discrimination to healthcare disparities in MS diagnosis and the critical need for culturally competent postpartum support for Black mothers, while also exploring personal purpose and entrepreneurial empowerment.

Racist Teacher Exposed. Civil Rights Groups Sue Trump. The Quest To Your Purpose. #TheBreakdown
This episode exposes systemic discrimination in education and the military, highlights critical civil rights battles over voting and health, and offers a framework for personal purpose and entrepreneurial empowerment.

Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs
This episode dissects the political landscape, economic disparities for Black Americans, and the fight for voting rights, featuring John Hope Bryant's 'Capitalism for All' and sharp criticism of the Trump administration.

Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs
This episode dissects the firing of Pam Bondi, the signing of Florida's SAVE Act, and features John Hope Bryant's actionable strategies for Black economic empowerment through inclusive capitalism, alongside critical political commentary on the MAGA agenda and voting rights.

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.

Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs
This episode dissects the political and economic landscape impacting Black America, from the firing of Pam Bondi and the threat of the MAGA agenda to the practicalities of building Black wealth through financial literacy and strategic voting.

Live exteriors of the U.S. Supreme Court as it hears birthright citizenship case
Civil rights leaders, legal experts, and advocates rallied outside the Supreme Court to defend birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, arguing against efforts to redefine who belongs in America.

Trump Impact On Black America. SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Case. Alabama College DEI probe
This episode dissects the multifaceted impacts of Trump-era policies on Black America, from economic destabilization and civil rights rollbacks to an inspiring narrative of an entrepreneur rebuilding her life and community.

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.

Terence Crutcher Case Heads to Jury. SCOTUS Race Case. Senators Press 2020 Election Truth
This episode dissects critical legal and political battles, from a police qualified immunity ruling and racial discrimination in jury selection to the economic impact of anti-DEI policies on Black women entrepreneurs and the fight for voting rights.

Black Jurors Removed From Jury. Betty Shelby Suit. Crump Probes Sheriffs. Black Girl Playground
This episode unpacks critical legal battles, historical political context regarding race, and inspiring community initiatives impacting the Black community, from Supreme Court cases to the rise of 'Black Girl Playground' social clubs.

Terence Crutcher Case Heads to Jury. SCOTUS Race Case. Senators Press 2020 Election Truth
This episode dissects critical legal battles against qualified immunity and racial bias in jury selection, exposes political maneuvers to undermine voting rights, and reveals the economic impact of anti-DEI policies on Black women entrepreneurs, alongside an inspiring story of a homeless-to-Oprah-featured jewelry designer.

Trump Pushes To Kill Birthright Citizenship. Supreme Court Could Help Him Do It
The host and guests assert that Donald Trump's efforts to end birthright citizenship, currently before the Supreme Court, are a politically motivated attack on the 14th Amendment, rooted in racist arguments and enabled by a partisan Supreme Court.

Roland Checks Nick Cannon And Chilli. Black MAGA Claims Collapse
Roland Martin meticulously debunks celebrity claims about Black support for Donald Trump and the historical roles of the Democratic and Republican parties, emphasizing the critical importance of historical context and factual accuracy.

Black Jurors Removed From Jury. Betty Shelby Suit. Crump Probes Sheriffs. Black Girl Playground
This episode unpacks critical legal battles concerning racial bias in the justice system, offers a deep dive into the complex history of US political parties and Black Americans, and highlights a community initiative fostering joy and connection among Black women.

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.

SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Black Census Mobilizes. Nick Cannon Backlash Explodes
Roland Martin and guests dissect the Supreme Court's challenge to birthright citizenship, highlight the Black Census's mission, and dismantle historically inaccurate political claims made by celebrities like Nick Cannon and Amber Rose.
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