Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump Fires Pam Bondi. NY Stray Bullet Kills Baby. Racist Pizzeria Receipt. #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks critical issues ranging from police accountability and gun violence to racial discrimination in voting, healthcare, and daily life, alongside initiatives empowering Black communities through education and entrepreneurship.
Black Jurors Removed From Jury. Betty Shelby Suit. Crump Probes Sheriffs. Black Girl Playground
This episode unpacks critical legal battles, historical political context regarding race, and inspiring community initiatives impacting the Black community, from Supreme Court cases to the rise of 'Black Girl Playground' social clubs.
Terence Crutcher Case Heads to Jury. SCOTUS Race Case. Senators Press 2020 Election Truth
This episode dissects critical legal battles against qualified immunity and racial bias in jury selection, exposes political maneuvers to undermine voting rights, and reveals the economic impact of anti-DEI policies on Black women entrepreneurs, alongside an inspiring story of a homeless-to-Oprah-featured jewelry designer.
Racist Attacks On Mayor Brandon Scott. TCL's Chilli 'Not MAGA'. Nick Cannon Backs Trump#TheBreakdown
This episode exposes targeted political attacks against Black leaders and communities, contrasts celebrity political stances, and highlights the systemic challenges Black professionals face in employment and relationships.
DOJ Clears Breonna Taylor Officers. No Kings Protest. Black Infertility in the South |#TheBreakDown
This episode dissects critical issues from police accountability and workplace discrimination to the silent crisis of infertility among Black women in the South, offering deep insights into systemic challenges and paths to resilience.
DOJ Clears Breonna Taylor Officers. No Kings Protest. Black Infertility in the South |#TheBreakDown
This episode dissects critical issues from the DOJ's dismissal of charges in the Breonna Taylor case and a landmark racial discrimination verdict against a city, to the systemic challenges faced by Black women battling infertility and the moral leadership required to reform policing.
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.
Shutdown Vote Showdown. Ossoff Grills Gabbard. Young Trumpers Shift. Afroman Lawsuit Explodes
This episode dissects high-stakes political maneuvers, exposes government incompetence, and celebrates a First Amendment victory in a hilarious defamation trial.
Afroman's House Raided. Cops Get Dragged In Court & Viral Lemon Pound Cake Dis Track
Rapper Afroman successfully defended himself against a defamation lawsuit filed by sheriff's deputies he mocked in viral songs and videos after a wrongful raid on his home, affirming First Amendment protections for artistic and social commentary.
Shutdown Vote Showdown. Ossoff Grills Gabbard. Young Trumpers Shift. Afroman Lawsuit Explodes
This episode dissects high-stakes political maneuvers, including House Democrats' strategy to end a government shutdown and contentious congressional hearings, alongside the hilarious and legally significant First Amendment victory of rapper Afroman against Ohio deputies.
$27M Settlement after Black Woman Killed In Police Chase. Oscars Recap. BET+ Shutdown |#TheBreakdown
This episode dissects a $27M police settlement, major Oscar wins for Black creatives, the shutdown of BET+, and efforts to diversify STEM, highlighting critical issues of accountability, representation, and community empowerment.
$27M Settlement after Black Woman Killed In Police Chase. Oscars Recap. BET+ Shutdown |#TheBreakdown
This episode details significant events impacting Black communities, from a landmark police accountability settlement and a streaming service shutdown to historic Oscar wins for Black creatives and a powerful call for diversity in STEM.
$27M Settlement after Black Woman Killed In Police Chase. Oscars Recap. BET+ Shutdown |#TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks a $27M police chase settlement, historic Oscar wins for Black creators, the shutdown of BET+, and a Black woman Chick-fil-A owner's stand against racial and gender bias.
Anti-Trump Smoothie Shop Employees Fired. Deaf Black Woman's $1.2M Settlement. Bondi Subpoenaed
This episode covers a range of critical news, from a $1.2M settlement for a deaf Black woman's unlawful arrest and the firing of employees for refusing service to a Trump supporter, to expert advice on crisis planning for Black-owned businesses and a guide for non-tech founders to build apps.
Black Woman Killed in ICE Pursuit. Newsom “Can’t Read” Remark. Tariff Repayment Push. TPS Fight
This episode dissects multiple critical events, from the tragic deaths during an ICE pursuit and a police shooting, to debunking a viral controversy around Governor Gavin Newsom's remarks, and honoring Reverend Jesse Jackson's enduring legacy in economic and media justice.
Nation honors Rev. Jackson. Chicago pays $5.7M to family raided, Brian McKnight sues Rickey Smiley
This episode covers the national remembrance of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., a significant $5.7 million police misconduct settlement in Chicago, critical threats to the social work profession, a Congressman's protest against racism, and an interview with "Poetry Queen" Ryan Jenkins.
Nation honors Rev. Jackson. Chicago pays $5.7M to family raided, Brian McKnight sues Rickey Smiley
This episode covers major civil rights and social justice issues, from a significant police misconduct settlement in Chicago to a national crisis impacting social work funding and a congressman's protest against racial slurs.
Jackson Children Speak Out. Cop Charges Dropped In Randy Cox Case. Black Woman FBI Agent Pushed Out
This episode exposes how institutional narratives distort legacies, systemic forces push out marginalized professionals, and accountability for injustice remains elusive, while highlighting personal resilience and innovative solutions for community well-being.
Trump Pushes Election Takeover. Dems Demand Noem Firing. Colin Allred Claps Back at Talarico.
Donald Trump's call to nationalize elections, rising Black unemployment under his administration, and a heated Texas Senate primary highlight the ongoing political and social battles impacting Black America.
Haitian TPS Fight in Florida. Sonya Massey Killer Sentenced. Jeffries Blasts Trump.
This episode exposes the Trump administration's alleged attempts to undermine election integrity in Fulton County, revoke Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, and details the sentencing of a former deputy for Sonia Massie's murder, while critiquing broader economic and political strategies.
Haitian TPS Fight in Florida. Sonya Massey Killer Sentenced. Jeffries Blasts Trump.
This episode exposes critical challenges facing Black communities, from alleged election interference and immigration policy shifts to police accountability and economic instability, all framed within a critique of the current political landscape.
Amir Locke Lawsuit Moves Forward. National Guard Stays in D.C. Kanye on Mental Health.
A federal court clears the path for the Amir Locke lawsuit, while an EPA ruling exposes illegal pollution by Elon Musk's XAI in Memphis, and a Black-led art organization expands its economic impact for artists.
Bovino Out. DOJ Drops Don Lemon Case. Dems Target Noem. Pam Bondi Threatens Minnesota.
This episode exposes aggressive federal tactics against states, the political calculus behind electoral shifts, and the systemic health impacts of discrimination, all through the lens of Black media commentary.
Bovino Out. DOJ Drops Don Lemon Case. Dems Target Noem. Pam Bondi Threatens Minnesota.
This episode exposes aggressive federal tactics against Minnesota, the ongoing fight for police accountability, and the critical importance of Black voter turnout in shaping future electoral maps, all while celebrating Black entrepreneurship and media.
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