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Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
Trump administrationIran conflictUS economy
Apr 11, 2026

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

This episode dissects the political fallout from Trump's Iran threats, the economic strain on American housing, and celebrates the enduring legacy of baseball icon Hank Aaron, highlighting his fight against racism and his entrepreneurial spirit.

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 Fires Pam Bondi. DeSantis Signs SAVE Act. John Hope Bryant on AI Jobs
CapitalismBlack Economic EmpowermentFinancial Literacy
Apr 3, 2026

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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump Impact On Black America. SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Case. Alabama College DEI probe
US Supreme Court14th AmendmentBirthright Citizenship
Apr 1, 2026

Trump Impact On Black America. SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Case. Alabama College DEI probe

This episode dissects the multifaceted impacts of Trump-era policies on Black America, from economic destabilization and civil rights rollbacks to an inspiring narrative of an entrepreneur rebuilding her life and community.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Terence Crutcher Case Heads to Jury. SCOTUS Race Case. Senators Press 2020 Election Truth
Civil RightsCriminal Justice ReformQualified Immunity
Apr 1, 2026

Terence Crutcher Case Heads to Jury. SCOTUS Race Case. Senators Press 2020 Election Truth

This episode dissects critical legal and political battles, from a police qualified immunity ruling and racial discrimination in jury selection to the economic impact of anti-DEI policies on Black women entrepreneurs and the fight for voting rights.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Black Fla. Democrat Found Guilty. Chicago Businessman Slain. Pinky Cole Fights Back #TheBreakdown
ethics violationspolitical corruptionFEMA funding
Mar 30, 2026

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

This episode breaks down a Florida Democrat's ethics conviction, a Chicago businessman's murder, Pinky Cole's legal victory, and offers actionable financial strategies for building wealth in a challenging economy.

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

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

This episode dissects critical political maneuvers, economic shifts, and social justice battles, from a new Environmental Justice Caucus to Trump's attacks on opponents and the widening racial wealth gap.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Death Row Inmate Hearing Denied. Trump-Iran 5 Day Pause. Pinky Cole Property Seized #TheBreakdown
Social JusticeCriminal Justice ReformRacial Inequality
Mar 25, 2026

Death Row Inmate Hearing Denied. Trump-Iran 5 Day Pause. Pinky Cole Property Seized #TheBreakdown

From denied DNA testing for a death row inmate to the economic devastation faced by Black farmers due to political decisions, this episode dissects critical social justice and economic issues impacting Black communities.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Senate SAVE Act Debate. Ill. Primary Election. Obama Pushes Va. Restricting Vote. Gas Prices Soar.
Voter SuppressionElection LawGerrymandering
Mar 18, 2026

Senate SAVE Act Debate. Ill. Primary Election. Obama Pushes Va. Restricting Vote. Gas Prices Soar.

This episode exposes Republican legislative tactics, from a 'Trojan horse' voter suppression bill and self-sabotaging foreign policy to racially charged misinformation campaigns against small business support and religious freedom in education.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Illinois Primary Heats Up. SCOTUS TPS Hearing. Kiki Shepard Dies. Midwest Leak.
US PoliticsElectionsVoting Rights
Mar 18, 2026

Illinois Primary Heats Up. SCOTUS TPS Hearing. Kiki Shepard Dies. Midwest Leak.

This episode breaks down critical political developments in Illinois and Washington D.C., a Supreme Court immigration battle, and spotlights innovative Black-led initiatives in community engagement and education.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Senate SAVE Act Debate. Ill. Primary Election. Obama Pushes Va. Restricting Vote. Gas Prices Soar.
Voter SuppressionElection LawGerrymandering
Mar 18, 2026

Senate SAVE Act Debate. Ill. Primary Election. Obama Pushes Va. Restricting Vote. Gas Prices Soar.

This episode dissects Republican legislative efforts, exposing alleged voter suppression tactics, discriminatory school voucher programs, and foreign policy blunders, while celebrating Black-owned businesses and cultural icons.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Illinois Primary Heats Up. SCOTUS TPS Hearing. Kiki Shepard Dies. Midwest Leak.
Illinois Primary ElectionUS Senate RaceCongressional Elections
Mar 17, 2026

Illinois Primary Heats Up. SCOTUS TPS Hearing. Kiki Shepard Dies. Midwest Leak.

This episode covers critical Illinois primary elections, Supreme Court immigration decisions, the importance of local voting and community economics, and innovative Black-led educational initiatives.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Target Boycott Organizers Hold News Conference | Fast Against The Retailer Ends
Corporate AccountabilityEconomic BoycottsDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Mar 16, 2026

Target Boycott Organizers Hold News Conference | Fast Against The Retailer Ends

Organizers of the Target boycott, including the 'Mothership Three,' declare a partial victory for their 'Target Fast' initiative, citing significant financial impact and corporate concessions, while emphasizing the ongoing fight for public accountability and economic justice.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
SAVE Act Scam Exposed. Clyburn House Bid. Black Woman Dragged From Car. Trump Targets Haitians
Voter SuppressionVoter ID LawsSave America Act
Mar 13, 2026

SAVE Act Scam Exposed. Clyburn House Bid. Black Woman Dragged From Car. Trump Targets Haitians

This episode exposes the political machinations behind voter suppression efforts, the debate over congressional seniority, Trump's attempts to rename the Kennedy Center, and the economic fallout from his foreign policy in Iran.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Rep. James Clyburn Reelection Bid. Trump SAVE Act Push. Black Man Buys Prison. Lynching Evolution
Political CommentaryCivil RightsRacial Justice
Mar 13, 2026

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

This episode unpacks critical political and social justice developments, from Rep. James Clyburn's reelection bid and the impact of anti-DEI legislation to a former inmate's historic prison purchase and a disturbing report on the evolution of lynching in America.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Target boycott organizers news conference live coverage
Corporate AccountabilityEconomic BoycottDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Mar 11, 2026

Target boycott organizers news conference live coverage

Organizers of the 'Target Fast' boycott declare a partial victory, citing over $12 billion in market value losses for Target and significant progress on three of their four demands, while emphasizing the ongoing need for corporate accountability.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Target boycott organizers hold news conference
Corporate AccountabilityDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Consumer Activism
Mar 11, 2026

Target boycott organizers hold news conference

Leaders of the 'Target Fast' boycott declare a partial victory after Target's reversal on DEI commitments led to significant financial losses and renewed corporate engagement, yet a public apology remains outstanding.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Black Voters Targeted With Misleading Mailers. Trump’s SAVE Act. Justin Pearson Calls Out GOP
Voter SuppressionGerrymanderingRacial Justice
Mar 11, 2026

Black Voters Targeted With Misleading Mailers. Trump’s SAVE Act. Justin Pearson Calls Out GOP

Roland Martin exposes Republican tactics to suppress Black votes and whitewash history, from misleading mailers in Virginia to Trump's 'Save America Act' and a Tennessee lawmaker's biblical justification for slavery.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Anti-Trump Smoothie Shop Employees Fired. Deaf Black Woman's $1.2M Settlement. Bondi Subpoenaed
Crisis CommunicationBrand ProtectionBlack-Owned Businesses
Mar 6, 2026

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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Anti-Trump Smoothie Shop Employees Fired. Deaf Black Woman's $1.2M Settlement. Bondi Subpoenaed
Crisis ManagementPublic RelationsApp Development
Mar 6, 2026

Anti-Trump Smoothie Shop Employees Fired. Deaf Black Woman's $1.2M Settlement. Bondi Subpoenaed

This episode unpacks critical news from a $1.2M police settlement and a Smoothie King employee firing, to essential crisis planning for Black-owned businesses and a guide for non-technical app development.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Anti-Trump Smoothie Shop Employees Fired. Deaf Black Woman's $1.2M Settlement. Bondi Subpoenaed
Civil RightsPolice MisconductADA Compliance
Mar 5, 2026

Anti-Trump Smoothie Shop Employees Fired. Deaf Black Woman's $1.2M Settlement. Bondi Subpoenaed

This episode reports on significant civil rights and political developments, alongside expert advice on crisis management for Black-owned businesses and app development for non-technical founders.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
U.S.-Israel and Iran War Escalates. Crockett v. Talarico in Texas Primary. Dems grill Noem
US-Israel-Iran WarGeopoliticsForeign Policy
Mar 4, 2026

U.S.-Israel and Iran War Escalates. Crockett v. Talarico in Texas Primary. Dems grill Noem

This episode dissects the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict, exposes alleged government incompetence and voter suppression, and highlights critical legal battles against police misconduct.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
U.S.-Israel and Iran War Escalates. Crockett v. Talarico in Texas Primary. Dems grill Noem
US-Iran WarMiddle East ConflictForeign Policy
Mar 4, 2026

U.S.-Israel and Iran War Escalates. Crockett v. Talarico in Texas Primary. Dems grill Noem

This episode dissects the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict, exposes alleged voter suppression tactics in Texas primaries, and details the intense congressional grilling of the DHS Secretary over alleged misconduct and incompetence.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump Snubs Democrats. Governors Cancel Annual Meeting. McIver Confronts DHS. GOP Targets Bad Bunny
Political PolarizationCulture WarsImmigration Enforcement
Feb 11, 2026

Trump Snubs Democrats. Governors Cancel Annual Meeting. McIver Confronts DHS. GOP Targets Bad Bunny

This episode exposes how political figures and media outlets leverage 'culture wars' and partisan divides, from a canceled governors' meeting to outrage over a Super Bowl halftime show, while critical issues like healthcare disparities for Black Americans demand targeted action.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
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