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.
TN Voter Glitch Hits Black County. Trump Iran Ultimatum. Missouri DEI Crackdown
This episode exposes critical threats to voting rights in Tennessee, dissects Donald Trump's erratic social media diplomacy on Iran, and highlights the defunding of DEI programs at the University of Missouri, alongside a spotlight on a sustainable denim jewelry business.
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.
Black Farmers Shut Out Again. GA GOP Target DAs. Pete Hegseth Blocks Black Officers
This episode exposes a coordinated, systemic assault on Black America across political, economic, and social fronts, urging immediate and strategic political mobilization to counter these attacks.
Black Farmers Shut Out Again. GA GOP Target DAs. Pete Hegseth Blocks Black Officers
Roland Martin and guests expose a coordinated, multi-front assault by Republican-aligned forces to dismantle Black political, economic, and social power across various sectors in America.
Iran Tensions Disputed. Trump Pushes SAVE Act. Racist NASCAR Flag Call Sparks Outrage
Roland Martin and his panel dissect former President Trump's contradictory policies on Iran and voting, exposing their detrimental impact on Black farmers and the broader Black community, while emphasizing the critical need for sustained Black political engagement and accountability.
SAVE Act Scam Exposed. Clyburn House Bid. Black Woman Dragged From Car. Trump Targets Haitians
This episode exposes how the 'Save America Act' is a voter suppression tactic disguised as voter ID, critiques the debate around congressional seniority versus effectiveness, and details Trump's attempts to rename the Kennedy Center and dismantle DEI initiatives in universities.
Tamika Mallory talks Target boycott and next phase of corporate DEI fight
Tamika Mallory and Roland Martin discuss the 400-day Target boycott, its strategic demands, Target's partial concessions on DEI and Black business commitments, and the ongoing push for corporate accountability.
Target Fast Ends. Justin J. Pearson Slams Musk xAI Gas Turbines. Florida Anti-DEI Bill
This episode dissects the complex conclusion of the Target boycott, exposes environmental injustice from Elon Musk's xAI, and condemns Florida's aggressive anti-DEI legislation, all while emphasizing the power of Black economic and political mobilization.
Target Fast Ends. Justin J. Pearson Slams Musk xAI Gas Turbines. Florida Anti-DEI Bill
This episode dissects the complex conclusion of the Target boycott's 'fast' component, exposes environmental justice concerns with Elon Musk's XAI gas turbines, and critiques legislative attacks on DEI initiatives in Florida and deceptive political ads in Virginia.
Evolution Of Lynching. Virginia Fights Jan. 6 Lies. Black Unemployment Spike. MAGA & Jesse Jackson
This episode exposes how modern-day lynchings persist, the NBA's cancellation of a controversial 'Magic City Night,' the alarming state of the economy, and the political battle over NIL in college sports and DEI initiatives in Texas.
Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
This episode exposes an alleged Trump plot to declare a national emergency to control midterm elections, details the critical threat to Black political power from the *Cala* Supreme Court case, and highlights attacks on social safety nets and DEI initiatives, all while honoring Reverend Jesse Jackson's legacy and the vital role of Black-owned media.
Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
This episode exposes alleged plots to undermine democratic elections and Black political power, highlighting the critical need for Black community mobilization and support for Black-owned media amidst escalating attacks on civil rights.
Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
This episode exposes alleged plots to undermine voting rights and Black political power, details the legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, and highlights critical attacks on social safety nets and DEI initiatives.
Shocking Deaths of Black Men. Trump Attacks Susan Rice. Turning Defeat into Triumph. Jackson Tribute
This episode unpacks critical events impacting the Black community, from police shootings and political attacks on DEI initiatives to the enduring legacy of Jesse Jackson and the vital need for culturally competent postpartum care.
Colleges Cut DEI Ties. Supreme Court Blocks Trump Tariffs. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
This episode exposes a coordinated effort to dismantle DEI initiatives and minority access to higher education, analyzes a Supreme Court setback for Trump's tariff policies, and honors the enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. amidst political disrespect.
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.
Colleges Cut DEI Ties. Supreme Court Blocks Trump Tariffs. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
This episode dissects the systemic attacks on DEI initiatives in higher education, the Supreme Court's unexpected block on Trump's tariffs, and the political disrespect shown to Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.'s legacy, all framed as a coordinated effort to 'defund Black America.'
Trump attacks Obamas with racist video. Army vet faces deportation. Harry Dunn House bid
This episode unpacks a series of contentious political and social events, from alleged racist attacks by a former president to local governments challenging federal immigration enforcement.
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.
MAGA: DEFUND BLACK AMERICA | Trump nixes EO BANNING DISCRIMINATION in Fed Contracting+No Vote Impact
Roland Martin and guests argue that current political actions, including executive orders dismantling DEI and federal contracting protections, are a deliberate economic assault on Black America, mirroring historical patterns of 'reconstruction' followed by 'backlash' and demanding a unified Black economic and political response.
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