Roland Martin Unfiltered

Hot Primary Elections. White Group Beats Black Teen. Surviving Gun Violence #TheBreakdown
This episode dissects critical threats to Black political power, police accountability, and community well-being, offering strategies for resilience and collective action.

Male Vs. Man? Dondre Whitfield talks male mentoring & how to mentor men | #ABalancedLife
This episode explores the critical need for male mentoring in the African-American community, distinguishing between 'male' and 'man' and emphasizing the role of male figures in shaping young men.

SCOTUS Halts Jeffery Lee execution. Turkey Leg Hut Owner Guilty Plea. HBCU Funding Cut.#TheBreakdown
This episode breaks down a Supreme Court execution halt, a restaurant owner's arson plea, critical HBCU funding threats, and explores Black gay identities in LA, alongside a personal journey into a beauty brand for hormonal hair growth.

The State of the Black Male. Presence, Purpose, and the Pressure to Provide #ABalancedLife
This episode explores the unique challenges and opportunities young Black men face in navigating college, career, and personal development, emphasizing faith, mentorship, and self-discovery.

Va. Judge Blocks Redrawn Maps. Jeffries Rips GOP Over Economy. Law Student Punished for Kirk Remarks
A Virginia judge halts redistricting, House Democrats clash with Republicans over DHS funding, a law student faces discipline for comments on Charlie Kirk, and the White House Correspondents' Dinner draws sharp criticism for normalizing extremism, all while discussions on domestic violence and the future of music unfold.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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