Roland Martin Unfiltered
Robert “Peabo” Bryson Celebration of Life
A heartfelt celebration of life for legendary R&B singer Robert 'Peabo' Bryson, featuring tributes from family, friends, and fellow artists who highlighted his profound musical legacy, unwavering kindness, and deep community impact.
Earth, Wind & Fire on Timeless Music, Legacy & Generations Grooving Together | #RollinWithRoland
Earth, Wind & Fire members reflect on the enduring power of their music, its multi-generational appeal, and the critical factors that sustained their legendary career through industry shifts and personal challenges.
Earth, Wind & Fire on Timeless Music, Legacy & Generations Grooving Together | #RollinWithRoland
Earth, Wind & Fire members discuss the enduring power of classic music, the challenges of maintaining a legendary group, and the importance of humility and collaboration in a 50-year career.
Homegoing Service for Ronald LaPread, co-founder of and bassist for the Commodores
Ronald LaPread, co-founder and bassist of The Commodores, is remembered through heartfelt eulogies highlighting his profound impact on music, family, and community, from his roots in Civil Rights-era Tuskegee to his later life in New Zealand.
SCOTUS Backs Alabama GOP Map. Black Farmers Sue USDA. Karmelo Anthony Trial. Obama Center Preview
This episode exposes the Supreme Court's contradictory rulings on voting rights, highlights the systemic challenges faced by Black farmers, and features a powerful congressional confrontation against racial insensitivity, alongside a tribute to music icon Pebo Bryson.
Our Minds Were Always Free. The Fight to Reclaim Black Creativity #TheBlackTable
Attorney Lisa Davis unpacks centuries of Black creativity, revealing how it was systematically exploited and the ongoing fight for Black artists and innovators to reclaim ownership and profit from their intellectual labor.
Our Minds Were Always Free. The Fight to Reclaim Black Creativity #TheBlackTable
Attorney Lisa Davis unpacks the systemic exploitation of Black intellectual property and creative genius throughout American history, from slavery to the AI era, and highlights the ongoing fight for ownership and control.
Va. Judge Blocks Redrawn Maps. Jeffries Rips GOP Over Economy. Law Student Punished for Kirk Remarks
This episode dissects critical issues from a Virginia judge's controversial block of redistricting maps and the DHS funding standoff, to a law student's free speech battle, the complexities of domestic violence in the Black community, and a sharp critique of mainstream media's normalization of extremist politics.
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.
Va. Judge Blocks Redrawn Maps. Jeffries Rips GOP Over Economy. Law Student Punished for Kirk Remarks
This episode exposes the ongoing battles for democratic integrity, free speech, and social justice, from Virginia's redistricting fight to the media's normalization of political extremism and the critical need for mental health support in Black communities.
Va. Judge Blocks Redrawn Maps. Jeffries Rips GOP Over Economy. Law Student Punished for Kirk Remarks
This episode critiques the erosion of democratic processes, media integrity, and social cohesion through discussions on Virginia's redistricting battle, federal funding standoffs, free speech on campus, the state of Black love, and the White House Correspondents Dinner.
Va. Judge Blocks Redrawn Maps. Jeffries Rips GOP Over Economy. Law Student Punished for Kirk Remarks
This episode exposes judicial overreach in Virginia's redistricting, critiques Republican obstruction on DHS funding, highlights a Black law student's fight for free speech, and offers raw insights into domestic violence and the media's normalization of extremism.
Afroman Wins in Court. Cops Raid His Home, Find Nothing, Then Lose Big
Afroman successfully defended himself against a defamation lawsuit from sheriff's deputies he parodied, turning a wrongful raid into a viral sensation and a significant financial opportunity.
SAVE Plan Tossed. Trump Admin Sued Over College Race Reporting. Black-Owned Music Royalties
This episode unpacks major legal and political developments, including the termination of the SAVE student loan plan, challenges to voter ID laws, and a new platform empowering artists in the music industry.
Isaac Hayes III x Noah Washington Talk: The Falcons, Don Lemon, Nicki Minaj, and Tenderism
Hosts Isaac Hayes III and Noah Washington dissect the Atlanta Falcons' controversial coaching hire, the Don Lemon vs. Nicki Minaj feud, Trump's Greenland ambitions, cultural appropriation in 'Tenderism,' Kai Cenat's career diversification, and Druski's mega-church parody, all while lamenting the state of modern R&B and hip-hop.
#RolandsBookClub: Richard Smallwood talks “Total Praise” autobiography
Gospel music icon Richard Smallwood reveals the raw, personal struggles—including abuse, illegitimacy, and mental health battles—that fueled his legendary career and inspired his most beloved songs, including the unexpected origin of 'Total Praise.'
In Memoriam 2025 | #RolandMartinUnfiltered
This special New Year's Eve episode honors the lives and enduring legacies of prominent Black figures who passed away in 2025, spanning music, politics, sports, and civil rights.
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