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Black Entrepreneurship

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Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
US PoliticsInternational RelationsEconomy
Apr 9, 2026

Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored

Roland Martin Unfiltered dissects former President Trump's controversial statements on Iran, the resulting economic pressures on American households, and honors baseball legend Hank Aaron's enduring legacy in sports and business, all while critiquing political hypocrisy.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
US PoliticsDonald TrumpIran War
Apr 9, 2026

Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored

Calls for Donald Trump's removal surge after his Iran war threats, exacerbating economic strain and highlighting political hypocrisy, while the enduring legacy of baseball legend Hank Aaron's fight against racism and his entrepreneurial spirit are celebrated.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
US PoliticsIran ConflictEconomy
Apr 9, 2026

Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored

This episode unpacks the political firestorm surrounding calls for Donald Trump's removal after his Iran war threats, the escalating economic impact on American households, and a powerful tribute to baseball legend Hank Aaron's enduring legacy of breaking barriers in sports and business.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Hegseth Blocks Black Officers’ Promotions. NC Court Ruling Shifts Power. MLK Legacy Remembered (1)
Military DiscriminationEducation FundingGerrymandering
Apr 6, 2026

Hegseth Blocks Black Officers’ Promotions. NC Court Ruling Shifts Power. MLK Legacy Remembered (1)

This episode exposes alleged racial and gender discrimination in military promotions by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the impact of a North Carolina court ruling on education funding, and a deep dive into Dr. King's 'Mountaintop' speech, alongside a pastor's scathing critique of white evangelical support for Donald Trump.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Hegseth Blocks Black Officers’ Promotions. NC Court Ruling Shifts Power. MLK Legacy Remembered
Military PromotionsRacial DiscriminationGender Discrimination
Apr 5, 2026

Hegseth Blocks Black Officers’ Promotions. NC Court Ruling Shifts Power. MLK Legacy Remembered

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's alleged discriminatory blocking of military promotions, a North Carolina Supreme Court ruling shifting education funding to the legislature, and the critical importance of strategic voting in Virginia's redistricting referendum are analyzed, alongside a deep dive into MLK's 'Mountaintop Speech' and a pastor's critique of white evangelical political alignment.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted
Environmental JusticeRacial Wealth GapArtificial Intelligence
Mar 29, 2026

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

This episode unpacks critical political and economic developments, from the launch of the People's Environmental Justice Caucus to the impact of global conflicts on US mortgage rates and the widening racial wealth gap exacerbated by AI.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakdown
Political EthicsGovernment FundingCrime
Mar 28, 2026

Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakdown

This episode unpacks a series of pressing news stories, from a Florida Democrat's ethics conviction and a Chicago businessman's murder to critical financial literacy advice and a powerful youth authoring initiative, all framed with sharp commentary.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakDown
Political EthicsGovernment FundingCrime and Justice
Mar 27, 2026

Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakDown

This episode unpacks critical current events, from political ethics violations and a prominent Chicago businessman's murder to financial literacy strategies and a heated debate on presidential cognitive abilities.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted
Environmental JusticeUS PoliticsEconomic Impact of Geopolitics
Mar 27, 2026

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

This episode unpacks critical political, economic, and social issues, from the launch of a new Environmental Justice Caucus to the impact of AI on wealth disparities and the political targeting of public officials.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted
Environmental JusticeRacial Wealth GapArtificial Intelligence
Mar 27, 2026

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

This episode unpacks critical issues from environmental justice and the economic impact of global conflicts to the racial wealth gap exacerbated by AI, all while highlighting political maneuvers and the importance of Black-owned media.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted
Environmental JusticeRacial Wealth GapArtificial Intelligence
Mar 27, 2026

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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Summer Lee Launches Environmental Justice Caucus. Trump Attacks Newsom. Letitia James Targeted
Environmental JusticeUS PoliticsDonald Trump
Mar 27, 2026

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

This episode of Roland Martin Unfiltered dissects critical political and economic developments, from the launch of the People's Environmental Justice Caucus and rising mortgage rates due to global conflicts to the weaponization of AI and ongoing legal battles targeting Letitia James, all framed through a lens of sharp political commentary and advocacy for Black communities.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Afroman Clashes with Officers in Court. Primary Election Results Lip Bar Beauty Brand |#TheBreakDown
Afroman civil trialCommunity violence prevention10-Point Coalition
Mar 19, 2026

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

This episode unpacks a range of current events, from Afroman's defamation trial and a community-led violence prevention model to a Black woman's journey building a national beauty brand and a critical analysis of US foreign policy.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
$27M Settlement after Black Woman Killed In Police Chase. Oscars Recap. BET+ Shutdown |#TheBreakdown
Police accountabilityRacial justiceLegal settlements
Mar 17, 2026

$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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
$27M Settlement after Black Woman Killed In Police Chase. Oscars Recap. BET+ Shutdown |#TheBreakdown
Police AccountabilityRacial JusticeLegal Settlements
Mar 17, 2026

$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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
SAVE Plan Tossed. Trump Admin Sued Over College Race Reporting. Black-Owned Music Royalties
Student Loan DebtHigher Education PolicyVoting Rights
Mar 14, 2026

SAVE Plan Tossed. Trump Admin Sued Over College Race Reporting. Black-Owned Music Royalties

This episode breaks down major legal and political developments, including the termination of the SAVE student loan plan, challenges to voter ID laws, and a Black tech entrepreneur's $80M raise to empower artists with royalty transparency.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Rep. James Clyburn Reelection Bid. Trump SAVE Act Push. Black Man Buys Prison. Lynching Evolution
US PoliticsCivil RightsRacial Justice
Mar 12, 2026

Rep. James Clyburn Reelection Bid. Trump SAVE Act Push. Black Man Buys Prison. Lynching Evolution

This episode unpacks critical political developments, groundbreaking social justice initiatives, and ongoing racial disparities, from a former inmate buying a prison to evolving forms of lynching and legislative attacks on DEI.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
State of the Union Recap. Rep. Al Green Removed. Rep. Omar Heckles Trump. The Pink Nookie
State of the UnionPolitical ProtestRacial Justice
Feb 26, 2026

State of the Union Recap. Rep. Al Green Removed. Rep. Omar Heckles Trump. The Pink Nookie

This episode dissects the political theater of a State of the Union address, explores the historical roots of challenges to Black marriage, and highlights innovative Black-led initiatives in digital protection and entrepreneurship.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Bovino Out. DOJ Drops Don Lemon Case. Dems Target Noem. Pam Bondi Threatens Minnesota.
ICE operationsImmigration enforcementPolice accountability
Jan 28, 2026

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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Isaac Hayes III x Noah Washington Talk: The Falcons, Don Lemon, Nicki Minaj, and Tenderism
Creator EconomyEquity CrowdfundingAtlanta Falcons
Jan 27, 2026

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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
MLK’s Warning Comes Alive. ICE Terror in Minneapolis. Crockett Sets Jan. 6 Straight.
Civil RightsRacial JusticeImmigration Enforcement (ICE)
Jan 17, 2026

MLK’s Warning Comes Alive. ICE Terror in Minneapolis. Crockett Sets Jan. 6 Straight.

Roland Martin and guests assert that Dr. King's legacy demands active protest and economic resistance against current attacks on civil rights, ICE tactics, and Trump's administration, while also highlighting the importance of Black-owned businesses.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
MLK’s Warning Comes Alive. ICE Terror in Minneapolis. Crockett Sets Jan. 6 Straight.
MLK DayCivil RightsICE Enforcement
Jan 16, 2026

MLK’s Warning Comes Alive. ICE Terror in Minneapolis. Crockett Sets Jan. 6 Straight.

This episode dissects the Trump administration's aggressive domestic and international policies, from ICE's 'Gestapo tactics' to undermining global alliances, advocating for economic withdrawal and mass protest as crucial responses to preserve democracy and Black empowerment.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered