Black Leadership
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
VA Dems 2026 Blue Commonwealth Gala
Virginia Democrats showcase their trifecta success and grassroots strategy, offering a blueprint for national party revitalization amidst a challenging political landscape.
Roland gives Juneteenth speech in Memphis
Roland Martin delivers a fiery Juneteenth speech in Memphis, challenging Black leaders and communities to demand accountability, mobilize politically, and build economic power to combat a systematic 'Jim Crow 2.0' agenda.
Trump Mail-In-Voting Order. KSU Students Sue Over Takeover Threat. SCOTUS Tosses Death Sentence (1)
This episode exposes systemic attacks on Black institutions and voting rights, revealing how powerful entities undermine Black progress while Black leadership is urged to unify and challenge corporate and political power.
Roland Wrecks Fox News Host. Crazy Racists FAFO. Megyn Kelly's Faux Trump Remorse. Best of #RMU
Roland Martin and his panel dismantle racist rhetoric from Fox News, expose the hypocrisy of former Trump supporters like Megyn Kelly, and critique corporate anti-union tactics while calling out Black organizational leadership for their silence.
WTH?!? Apple’s First Union Store Gets Axed. Black Workers Allege Discrimination.
Apple's decision to close its first unionized store in Towson, Maryland, and terminate its predominantly Black workforce while transferring employees from other closing stores, sparks accusations of anti-union discrimination and a broader critique of corporate accountability and Black organizational leadership.
Trump Mail-In-Voting Order. KSU Students Sue Over Takeover Threat. SCOTUS Tosses Death Sentence
This episode exposes systemic attacks on Black institutions and voting rights, from state-level underfunding of HBCUs to corporate union-busting and judicial maneuvers, while challenging Black leadership to unite for collective power.
Trump Mail-In-Voting Order. KSU Students Sue Over Takeover Threat. SCOTUS Tosses Death Sentence
This episode exposes systemic attacks on Black institutions and voting rights, highlighting the critical need for unified Black political and economic power against corporate greed and judicial bias.
Trump Mail-In-Voting Order. KSU Students Sue Over Takeover Threat. SCOTUS Tosses Death Sentence
This episode dissects systemic attacks on Black institutions and voting rights, revealing how states underfund HBCUs, corporations bust unions, and the Supreme Court navigates racial justice, all while challenging Black leadership to prioritize collective power over individual gain.
Trump Mail-In-Voting Order. KSU Students Sue Over Takeover Threat. SCOTUS Tosses Death Sentence
This episode exposes systemic attacks on Black institutions and voting rights, from HBCU underfunding and union suppression to judicial decisions, urging collective Black political and economic action.
Roland, Howard Bryant talk "Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America"
Howard Bryant's book "Kings and Pawns" uncovers the intentional erasure of Paul Robeson from American history and re-examines Branch Rickey's complex, self-serving motives behind Jackie Robinson's integration of baseball.
Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage
Roland Martin and his panel dissect Donald Trump's clashes with Pope Leo and his self-portrayal as Jesus, the escalating Iran conflict, and the critical role of Black mayors and media in countering systemic attacks.
Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage
This episode unpacks Donald Trump's clashes with Pope Leo and the Iran conflict, alongside Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott's new leadership role for Black mayors and the critical need for Black elected officials to engage with Black media.
Vatican Clashes with Trump Over War. US Blocks Iran Ports. Toledo Arrest Sparks Outrage
Roland Martin and his panel dissect Donald Trump's clashes with Pope Leo and the global implications of the Iran conflict, alongside the critical role of Black mayors and the imperative for Black elected officials to leverage Black media.
Racist Attacks On Mayor Brandon Scott. TCL's Chilli 'Not MAGA'. Nick Cannon Backs Trump#TheBreakdown
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott exposes racist attacks, celebrities Chilli and Nick Cannon navigate political stances, a Black woman details her struggle with unemployment and military recruitment, and Georgia lawmakers target Black female DAs, all while an author advocates for God-centered Black relationships.
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.
Racist Attacks On Mayor Brandon Scott. TCL's Chilli 'Not MAGA'. Nick Cannon Backs Trump#TheBreakdown
This episode exposes targeted political and social attacks against Black leaders and communities, from racist DMs to legislative power grabs, alongside discussions on Black entertainers' political alignments and the systemic challenges faced by Black women in employment and relationships.
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
This episode profoundly details Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.'s unparalleled impact on American civil rights, politics, and economic empowerment, showcasing how his strategies continue to shape movements and challenge power structures.
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
This episode offers a comprehensive tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., detailing his profound impact on civil rights, economic justice, and American politics through personal anecdotes and historical analysis from over 20 guests.
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
This episode commemorates the unparalleled life and enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., highlighting his transformative impact on American politics, civil rights, economic justice, and international diplomacy.
Roland, Howard Bryant talk "Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America"
Howard Bryant's book "Kings and Pawns" unearths the intentional erasure of Paul Robeson from American history and reveals the complex, often manipulated, role of Jackie Robinson in the fight for civil rights amidst Cold War politics.
Roland, Howard Bryant talk "Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America"
This episode uncovers the deliberate erasure of Paul Robeson from American history and the calculated use of Jackie Robinson to counter his influence, revealing a complex narrative of race, politics, and power during the Cold War.
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.
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.
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.