Roland Martin Unfiltered

Longest-Ever Government Shutdown Ends. May Day of Action. Ohio Black Expo. #TheBreakdown
This episode exposes critical threats to Black political power in the US, highlights community-led economic empowerment, and explores the transformative power of positive self-declaration.

Mound Bayou. Built in Defiance. Powered by Black Self-Determination #TheBlackTable
Mound Bayou, Mississippi, stands as a historic model of black self-determination, innovation, and economic resilience, founded by former slaves and continuing its legacy through community-led revitalization efforts.

Longest-Ever Government Shutdown Ends. May Day of Action. Ohio Black Expo. #TheBreakdown
This episode exposes the ongoing assault on Black political power through gerrymandering and Supreme Court rulings, while also highlighting community-led initiatives like the Ohio Black Expo and Brooklyn Org that champion Black economic empowerment and self-sufficiency.

Longest-Ever Government Shutdown Ends. May Day of Action. Ohio Black Expo. #TheBreakdown
This episode covers the end of a historic government shutdown, a national day of action for workers' rights, efforts to dismantle Black political power in Louisiana and Mississippi, and initiatives promoting Black economic empowerment and mental well-being.

Longest-Ever Government Shutdown Ends. May Day of Action. Ohio Black Expo. #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks critical events affecting Black communities, from the longest federal shutdown and voting rights attacks to powerful community-led economic and social justice initiatives.

HBCU Files For Bankruptcy. Oprah Morehouse Donation. Black Teens Called "Radioactive" #TheBreakdown
This episode exposes critical challenges facing Black communities, from HBCU financial struggles and political gerrymandering to the dehumanization of Black youth, while also highlighting powerful acts of philanthropy and the imperative of strategic storytelling for community empowerment.

Jackie Robinson Museum Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The Jackie Robinson Museum officially opened in New York City, celebrating Jackie Robinson's multifaceted legacy beyond baseball and honoring his wife, Rachel Robinson, as the driving force behind its 50-year vision.

Hank Aaron and Andrew Young at the 2018 HOPE Global Forums
Baseball legend Hank Aaron and civil rights icon Andrew Young share candid stories about their financial journeys, entrepreneurial ventures, and the profound impact of giving back, highlighting how business acumen and philanthropy far outpaced their early career earnings.

Trump Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs
This episode dissects the political and economic landscape impacting Black America, from the firing of Pam Bondi and the threat of the MAGA agenda to the practicalities of building Black wealth through financial literacy and strategic voting.

U.S. Joins Israel in Iran Strike. Texas Primary Showdown. SAVE Plan Survives Lawsuit
This episode dissects the multifaceted implications of the US-Israel strike on Iran, the critical Texas primary elections, the uncertain future of student loan relief, and the vital importance of Black ownership in media and culture.

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 exposes a multi-front assault on Black America, from university DEI program cuts and a Supreme Court ruling against Trump's tariffs to the denial of a national honor for Reverend Jesse Jackson, underscoring a critical need for strategic Black voter mobilization and economic self-reliance.

Georgia Fort Pleads Not Guilty. Paralyzed Man Case Charges Dropped. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
Independent journalist Georgia Fort's felony charges for covering a protest highlight a growing federal assault on black media, echoing historical suppression and underscoring the urgent need for community financial support to preserve independent black journalism and activism.

NC Early Voting Push. Cancer Alley Win. NFL Shuts Out Black Coaches.Trump Nominee’s “White Identity”
This episode exposes systemic challenges faced by the Black community in politics, environmental justice, and professional sports, while advocating for independent Black organizational power and strategic engagement.

NC Early Voting Push. Cancer Alley Win. NFL Shuts Out Black Coaches.Trump Nominee’s “White Identity”
Roland Martin Unfiltered dissects systemic racism in politics, sports, and environmental justice, revealing how Black communities are fighting back against gerrymandering, corporate exploitation, and hiring discrimination.

Dems Demand Noem Ouster. Musk's Offices Raided. Colin Allred Claps Back
Democrats demand DHS Secretary Christy Gnome's removal over ICE abuses, a federal judge halts Haitian deportations with a scathing rebuke, and a Texas political feud erupts over a 'mediocre black man' comment.

Dems Demand Noem Ouster. Musk's Offices Raided. Judge Blocks Trump From Ending TPS for Haitians
Democrats demand the ouster of DHS Secretary Christy Gnome over ICE abuses, a federal judge blocks the termination of TPS for Haitians, and a Morehouse security officer arrests a Tuskegee basketball coach in a contentious post-game incident.
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