Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland speaks to Northern Va. Baptist Town Hall
Roland Martin delivers a powerful call to action, urging Black institutions to abandon complacency and adopt a strategic, 'warlike' response to systemic attacks on Black America, emphasizing self-ownership, collective bargaining, and micro-level organizing.
Pride, Protest, and the Fight Against Erasure #TheOtherSideOfChange
This episode unpacks Pride Month's origins in protest, highlights the historical erasure of Black LGBTQ+ figures, and exposes current legislative attacks on marginalized communities, linking them to broader threats against democracy.
Alabama GOP Pushes Black District Cut. Paxton Wins Texas GOP Battle. Clarence B. Jones Honored.
This episode exposes a concerted effort to dismantle Black political power and economic progress through redistricting, legislative changes, and targeted misinformation, while also reflecting on the radical economic and anti-war stances that made Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. a 'dangerous' figure.
MAGA Republicans Are Dismantling Black Political Power Across the South. Jim Clyburn Sounds Alarm
Congressman Jim Clyburn and Roland Martin discuss how MAGA Republicans are systematically dismantling Black political power across the South through redistricting and Supreme Court decisions, warning of a return to Jim Crow-era conditions if Black voter turnout, especially among younger generations, does not dramatically increase.
False White Gospel. Jim Wallis on Christian Nationalism & America’s Moral Crisis | #RolandsBookClub
Jim Wallis and Roland Martin expose white Christian nationalism as a 'false white gospel,' arguing it's an ideological movement driven by whiteness and a desire to prevent changing demographics from altering democracy, calling for faithful resistance from diverse Christian leaders.
Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms
Virginia's April 21st referendum on congressional redistricting is framed as a critical battleground that could determine national political power, influence Black representation, and counter Republican gerrymandering tactics.
Jackie Robinson Day. Toledo Police Slam Black Teen. Rev. Otis Moss, III on Faith & Power
Roland Martin Unfiltered dissects the systemic issues of police brutality, voter suppression, and political hypocrisy, urging Black communities to actively engage in politics while commemorating Jackie Robinson's complex legacy.
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.
Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms
Virginia's April 21st referendum on congressional redistricting is a critical battleground that could determine national House control and significantly impact Black political power, setting a precedent against Republican gerrymandering tactics.
Trump Pushes Education Reform. S.C. Honors the Rev. Jackson. How to Raise Spoiled Kids
This episode unpacks critical discussions on proposed federal education reforms, racial disparities in athlete concussion diagnoses, and a unique parenting philosophy for raising financially literate and resilient children.
MAGA Misquotes MLK. Michael Harriot Sets the Record Straight. Doug Jones Runs for Alabama.
This episode exposes the whitewashing of MLK's radical legacy, dissects the challenges of Doug Jones's gubernatorial campaign in Alabama, and critically examines the pervasive governance failures plaguing Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Trump DOJ Voter Crackdown, Claudette Colvin Remembered., No Charges in Jacksonville Cop Assault.
This episode exposes the deliberate, multi-faceted assault on Black America's voting rights and economic power, alongside a critical look at media's role in normalizing authoritarianism and the historical fight for civil rights.
Trump DOJ Voter Crackdown, Claudette Colvin Remembered., No Charges in Jacksonville Cop Assault.
This episode exposes a multi-faceted assault on Black America, from systemic voter suppression and the defunding of Black institutions to biased media coverage and internal governance failures at HBCUs, urging collective action and support for Black-owned platforms.
Jan. 6 Remembrance, LA Mayor Karen Bass, Richard Smallwood Talks
This episode sharply contrasts Democratic and Republican narratives surrounding the January 6th Capitol attack, featuring insights from LA Mayor Karen Bass and a deep dive into the life and music of gospel maestro Richard Smallwood.
Jan. 6 Remembrance, LA Mayor Karen Bass, Richard Smallwood Talks
This episode delivers a sharp critique of Republican efforts to downplay the January 6th insurrection, featuring insights from political figures and a profound interview with gospel maestro Richard Smallwood on music, mental health, and his personal journey.
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