Civil Rights
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
DeSantis DEI crackdown. SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Ruling Looms. Autism Awareness.#TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks Florida's new DEI ban, the looming Supreme Court decision on birthright citizenship, and provides a critical guide for escaping and healing from domestic violence.
Trump Indictment FALLS APART INSTANTLY?!?!
This episode dissects three controversial legal actions by the Department of Justice and FBI, revealing patterns of perceived politicization, questionable legal theories, and potential incompetence within federal agencies.
Copy of Roland, Howard Bryant talk "Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America"
Uncover the intentional erasure of Paul Robeson from American history and the strategic manipulation that pitted him against Jackie Robinson during the Cold War, revealing a complex narrative of race, politics, and power.
Roy Wood Jr. and Howard Bryant in Conversation on Jackie Robinson Day
Roy Wood Jr. and Howard Bryant dissect Jackie Robinson's enduring legacy, the economic and systemic barriers hindering Black participation in baseball, and the sport's resistance to modernizing its culture and rules.
Jackie Robinson Day. Toledo Police Slam Black Teen. Rev. Otis Moss, III on Faith & Power
This episode exposes systemic hypocrisies, from police brutality and voter suppression tactics to selective outrage over Saudi investments and the nuanced legacy of Jackie Robinson's integration, all framed through the lens of Black political and social empowerment.
Roland, Howard Bryant talk "Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America"
Howard Bryant's book "Kings and Pawns" recontextualizes the intertwined legacies of Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson, revealing how white power structures intentionally erased Robeson and manipulated Robinson during the Cold War to control the narrative of Black American progress.
Justin Fairfax Murder-Suicide. KC RICO Case Targets Racist Board. RFK Jr Confronted
This episode unpacks a shocking murder-suicide involving a former Virginia Lieutenant Governor, linking it to the silent mental health crisis among Black men, and details a significant RICO lawsuit against a racially discriminatory entertainment district in Kansas City.
Jackie Robinson Day. Toledo Police Slam Black Teen. Rev. Otis Moss, III on Faith & Power
This episode exposes systemic issues from police brutality and voter suppression to the hypocrisy of Saudi investments and the complex legacy of Jackie Robinson, urging Black Americans to engage politically and preserve their history.
Celebrating Jackie Robinson Day 2026 | Jackie Robinson Museum Grand Opening Revisited
The grand opening of the Jackie Robinson Museum reveals his profound impact beyond baseball, highlighting his unwavering commitment to civil rights, entrepreneurial vision, and the enduring legacy meticulously preserved by Rachel Robinson.
Maryland Voting Rights Act. White Woman Sues Black Health Program. Black Ranchers. #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks critical issues facing Black America, from new voting rights legislation and a lawsuit against a Black maternal health program to the tragic impact of biased police narratives and the persistence of racist housing covenants.
Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash
This episode unpacks critical social and economic issues affecting Black communities, from the erasure of history and legislative attacks on voting rights to the economic impact of the film industry and the debate around the N-word.
Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash
This episode unpacks a series of urgent societal and political issues, from a US military blockade on Iranian ports and the suspicious death of a Black influencer, to the economic impact of the film industry and deliberate efforts to erase Black history and political power.
Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms
Virginia's April 21st redistricting referendum is framed as a critical battleground against Republican gerrymandering, with national implications for Black political power and policy, urging massive voter turnout to counter efforts to defund Black America.
Trump loses mind on friends as war backfires badly
Donald Trump's erratic behavior is alienating former allies, sparking an 'illegal war' in Iran that backfired, and exposing alleged insider trading, while both major parties struggle with internal disarray and the NAACP takes unprecedented legal action.
Trump's Supreme Court DISASTER Relies on DARK PAST
Constitutional law expert Akil Amar dismantles the historical and legal basis of challenges to birthright citizenship, framing current efforts as a direct assault on the Reconstruction Amendments and Lincoln's legacy.
HOT TOPICS | LIVE From The NAN Convention: Fighting MAGA Media Lies
Don Lemon and a panel of prominent Black journalists and civil rights leaders discuss the weaponization of misinformation, the importance of Black media ownership, and the ongoing fight for journalistic integrity and civil rights in a politically polarized landscape.
Musk's xAI Memphis Pollution. Stephenson King Jr. Case. Black, Degreed, & Unemployed #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks Elon Musk's paused water plant in Memphis, disproportionate job losses for Black women professionals, and critical insights into effective detoxification, alongside sharp political commentary on Trump's rhetoric.
Trump Removal Calls Surge. Iran War Drives Food & Gas Prices Up. Hank Aaron Legacy Honored
This episode dissects the political fallout from Trump's alleged war threats against Iran, the economic strain on American households, and honors baseball legend Hank Aaron's enduring legacy in sports and business, emphasizing the need for conscious leadership and equitable opportunities.
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.
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.
Roland Martin, others honored in 2017 by Hank Aaron as Champions of Justice
This episode celebrates Hank Aaron's legacy and honors civil rights champions, featuring a panel discussion on the evolving role of business, media, and individual leadership in advancing social and economic justice for African Americans.
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.
They're Saying The QUIET PART Out Loud... | PoliticsGirl
This episode exposes the explicit agenda of Christian nationalism to strip women of civil rights, restrict them to the home, and dismantle democratic principles, revealing how current 'tradwife' rhetoric is a rebranded 'red pill' movement for women.
Diaspora Wars Erupt. Trump's War on Truth Escalates | #TheOtherSideOfChange
This episode dissects the divisive 'diaspora wars' within the Black community and the alarming political attacks on education, framing both as calculated strategies to disempower and control.