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Obama Center Opens. Fox Expert Wants More Teen Pregnancy. Viral Black Doll Trend Backlash
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Obama Center Opens. Fox Expert Wants More Teen Pregnancy. Viral Black Doll Trend Backlash

Roland Martin and his panel dissect the political and demographic implications of the Obama Presidential Center's opening, a Fox News expert's call for increased teen pregnancy, and the global struggle for Black power amidst shifting demographics and discriminatory policies.

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Obama Center Opens. Fox Expert Wants More Teen Pregnancy. Viral Black Doll Trend Backlash
Obama Presidential CenterUS Fertility RatesTeen Pregnancy

Obama Center Opens. Fox Expert Wants More Teen Pregnancy. Viral Black Doll Trend Backlash

This episode unpacks the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, exposes a Fox News expert's call for more teen pregnancies, and reveals the global geopolitical implications of declining white birth rates and the ongoing dismantling of civil rights infrastructure in the US.

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Iran War Agreement. Trump Tower on Obama Ave. DOJ Reparations Lawsuit. The Fanmire App #TheBreakdown
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Iran War Agreement. Trump Tower on Obama Ave. DOJ Reparations Lawsuit. The Fanmire App #TheBreakdown

This episode unpacks a range of critical issues from a new Iran peace agreement and political jabs in Chicago to racial discrimination lawsuits, the tragic police killing of a one-year-old, and innovative pathways to Black empowerment through education and entrepreneurship.

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Iran Peace Deal. Gas Prices Fall. UFC Fighter Disrespects Michelle Obama. Warrior Poet #TheBreakdown
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Iran Peace Deal. Gas Prices Fall. UFC Fighter Disrespects Michelle Obama. Warrior Poet #TheBreakdown

This episode covers a range of critical topics, from a Middle East peace deal and its economic ripple effects to social justice issues, brand building lessons from the NBA, the power of Black storytelling, women's health transformation, and community violence prevention.

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NAACP Sues Over TN Map. Trump 'Loves' Inflation. DOJ Targets Black Programs.
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NAACP Sues Over TN Map. Trump 'Loves' Inflation. DOJ Targets Black Programs.

Roland Martin and his panel dissect the ongoing GOP war on Black America, from legal challenges to voting rights and DEI initiatives, to the systemic racism evident in everyday encounters.

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Mail-In-Voting Block. Iran Strikes Back. Biden Sues DOJ. Men to Heal.
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Mail-In-Voting Block. Iran Strikes Back. Biden Sues DOJ. Men to Heal.

This episode unpacks a federal judge's refusal to block Trump's mail-in voting order, escalating US-Iran tensions, Biden's lawsuit against the DOJ, and the political implications of Texas primary results, alongside features on Black women-led health and luxury wine ventures.

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Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash
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Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash

This episode unpacks critical social and economic issues affecting Black communities, from the erasure of history and legislative attacks on voting rights to the economic impact of the film industry and the debate around the N-word.

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Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash
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Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash

This episode unpacks a series of urgent societal and political issues, from a US military blockade on Iranian ports and the suspicious death of a Black influencer, to the economic impact of the film industry and deliberate efforts to erase Black history and political power.

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Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted
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Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted

This episode unpacks critical political moves, economic shifts driven by global conflicts, and the evolving role of AI, all framed through the lens of their impact on Black communities and American society.

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Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted
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Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted

This episode dissects critical political maneuvers, economic shifts, and social justice battles, from a new Environmental Justice Caucus to Trump's attacks on opponents and the widening racial wealth gap.

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Afroman Clashes with Officers in Court. Primary Election Results Lip Bar Beauty Brand |#TheBreakDown
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Afroman Clashes with Officers in Court. Primary Election Results Lip Bar Beauty Brand |#TheBreakDown

This episode dissects Afroman's defamation trial, spotlights a faith-based violence prevention model in Indianapolis, and features Melissa Butler's journey building The Lip Bar into a national beauty brand, alongside sharp commentary on US foreign policy blunders.

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Afroman Clashes with Officers in Court. Primary Election Results Lip Bar Beauty Brand |#TheBreakDown
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Afroman Clashes with Officers in Court. Primary Election Results Lip Bar Beauty Brand |#TheBreakDown

This episode unpacks a successful community-led violence reduction model and the journey of a beauty brand built on resilience, representation, and customer-centric growth, alongside sharp commentary on geopolitical blunders.

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Iran War Escalates. Robin Kelly Eyes Durbin Seat. Georgia GOP Racist Ad. Talarico Defeats Crockett
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Iran War Escalates. Robin Kelly Eyes Durbin Seat. Georgia GOP Racist Ad. Talarico Defeats Crockett

Roland Martin dissects the strategic missteps in the Texas Democratic primary, the escalating US-Iran conflict, and the controversial 'Charlie Kirk Day' in Tennessee, emphasizing the critical need for Black voter mobilization and independent Black political infrastructure.

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Iran War Escalates. Robin Kelly Eyes Durbin Seat. Georgia GOP Racist Ad. Talarico Defeats Crockett
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Iran War Escalates. Robin Kelly Eyes Durbin Seat. Georgia GOP Racist Ad. Talarico Defeats Crockett

This episode dissects the escalating US-Iran conflict, critical primary election outcomes in Texas and North Carolina, and the controversial 'Charlie Kirk Day' proposal, highlighting the strategic missteps and voter mobilization imperatives for Black communities.

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U.S.-Israel and Iran War Escalates. Crockett v. Talarico in Texas Primary. Dems grill Noem
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U.S.-Israel and Iran War Escalates. Crockett v. Talarico in Texas Primary. Dems grill Noem

This episode dissects the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict, exposes alleged government incompetence and voter suppression, and highlights critical legal battles against police misconduct.

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U.S.-Israel and Iran War Escalates. Crockett v. Talarico in Texas Primary. Dems grill Noem
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U.S.-Israel and Iran War Escalates. Crockett v. Talarico in Texas Primary. Dems grill Noem

This episode dissects the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict, exposes alleged voter suppression tactics in Texas primaries, and details the intense congressional grilling of the DHS Secretary over alleged misconduct and incompetence.

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U.S. Joins Israel in Iran Strike. Texas Primary Showdown. SAVE Plan Survives Lawsuit
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U.S. Joins Israel in Iran Strike. Texas Primary Showdown. SAVE Plan Survives Lawsuit

Roland Martin and guests critically analyze the US-Israel strike on Iran, the high-stakes Texas primaries, the uncertain future of the SAVE student loan plan, and the urgent need for Black ownership in media and culture.

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Trump Invades Venezuela, Captures Maduro, Pastors Push Back; Atlanta Mayor Sworn in
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Trump Invades Venezuela, Captures Maduro, Pastors Push Back; Atlanta Mayor Sworn in

Roland Martin Unfiltered dissects a fictional 2026 US invasion of Venezuela, arguing it was a resource grab for oil, not a drug interdiction, and connects this imperialistic foreign policy to domestic issues like healthcare and the critical role of local Black leadership.

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Trump Invades Venezuela, Captures Maduro, Pastors Push Back; Atlanta Mayor Sworn in
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Trump Invades Venezuela, Captures Maduro, Pastors Push Back; Atlanta Mayor Sworn in

This episode exposes the alleged US invasion of Venezuela, the capture of its leader, and the underlying economic motives, while also highlighting Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens' agenda for his second term.

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Trump Invades Venezuela, Captures Maduro, Pastors Push Back; Atlanta Mayor Sworn in
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Trump Invades Venezuela, Captures Maduro, Pastors Push Back; Atlanta Mayor Sworn in

This episode exposes the alleged true motives behind Trump's military intervention in Venezuela, framing it as a resource grab for oil and minerals, not a fight against drug trafficking, while also highlighting Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens's second-term agenda focused on community reinvestment.

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