Civil Rights
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
"No Kings" protest outside Minnesota’s State Capitol against Donald Trump
Thousands gathered at Minnesota's State Capitol for the "No Kings" protest, declaring defiance against authoritarianism, ICE actions, and economic inequality, inspired by Minnesota's local resistance model.
LIVE: MASSIVE NO KINGS PROTESTS TAKE OVER USA!!!
Minnesota activists and national leaders rally against authoritarianism, federal overreach, and economic inequality, advocating for collective action and electoral engagement to protect democracy and advance a progressive agenda.
News conference ahead of a "No Kings" protest in New York against Donald Trump
Leaders and activists in New York unite under the banner of 'No Kings' to protest against the Trump administration's policies, emphasizing collective action and democratic principles over authoritarian rule.
Black Farmers Shut Out Again. GA GOP Target DAs. Pete Hegseth Blocks Black Officers
Roland Martin and guests detail a coordinated, multi-faceted attack by Republicans on Black political power, economic stability, and civil rights across various sectors and states, from Georgia's DAs to military promotions and Black farmers' land ownership.
Afroman Defamation Trial Deep Dive - H3 After Dark #30
Afroman successfully defended himself against a $4 million defamation lawsuit from Ohio sheriff's deputies by leveraging freedom of speech and parody after they illegally raided his home and stole his money.
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.
Democracy Now! 30th Anniversary Special Event
Democracy Now's 30th-anniversary celebration highlights the enduring power of independent media, collective resistance, and critical journalism in confronting global crises and amplifying marginalized voices.
SCOTUS Weighs Voting Rights Case. ObamaCare Anniversary. Memphis Task Force Under Fire
This episode dissects the Supreme Court's potential impact on voting rights, critiques the Memphis Safe Task Force, and celebrates the Affordable Care Act's anniversary, all while exploring the untold history of Black Seminole resistance.
Uncle Nearest Bankruptcy Blocked. McDonald’s Bias Lawsuit. TPS Fight Heads to SCOTUS
This episode unpacks the legal battles surrounding Uncle Nearest's CEO, McDonald's racial bias, and a Tuskegee coach's lawsuit, while also analyzing black homeownership initiatives, strategies to engage young black voters, and the Supreme Court's review of TPS for Haitians and Syrians.
Black Senators Rebuke Trump SAVE Act. Jim Crow 2.0 Tactics Could Disenfranchise Millions
Three Black U.S. Senators deliver impassioned speeches, condemning the proposed 'SAVE Act' as a direct assault on voting rights, likening its restrictive measures to 'Jim Crow 2.0' tactics designed to disenfranchise millions of eligible American voters.
Uncle Nearest Bankruptcy Blocked. McDonald’s Bias Lawsuit. TPS Fight Heads to SCOTUS
This episode dissects multiple high-stakes legal battles and political issues impacting the Black community, from corporate discrimination and financial mismanagement to voting engagement and immigration policy.
LIVE: MeidasTouch ON NO KINGS 3…MASSIVE PROTEST COMING!!!
This episode details the strategic imperative and logistical calls to action for 'No Kings 3,' a massive nonviolent protest movement aimed at countering perceived authoritarianism and protecting democratic values.
Afroman Was NOT Playing With This Attorney On The Stand
Afroman successfully defended his right to free speech and artistic expression against a defamation lawsuit brought by police officers who unlawfully raided his home, highlighting systemic issues of police accountability and the weaponization of the legal system.
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.
PBS News Hour full episode, March 19, 2026
This episode dissects the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, its global economic fallout, the Trump administration's controversial war messaging, and a fatal ICE shooting, revealing deep political and social fissures.
Afroman Wins Lawsuit. Government Shutdown Airpot Closures. Staten Island Black Angels |#TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks Afroman's landmark free speech victory, the political maneuvering around a government shutdown impacting TSA, and the historical fight for recognition by the 'Black Angels' nurses and descendants of enslaved people.
Afroman Clashes with Officers in Court. Primary Election Results Lip Bar Beauty Brand |#TheBreakDown
This episode unpacks the Afroman civil trial, a community-led violence reduction model, and the growth of The Lip Bar beauty brand, alongside a sharp critique of US foreign policy decisions.
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.
Target Boycott Not Over. SAVE Act Clash in Senate. Police Drag Black Woman From Car
This episode exposes the fractured leadership of the Target boycott, details a troubling police incident in Texas, and critically examines the rise of white Christian nationalism and its impact on American democracy and policy.
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.
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.
Black Voters Targeted With Misleading Mailers. Trump’s SAVE Act. Justin Pearson Calls Out GOP
This episode exposes Republican-led efforts to suppress Black votes through misleading mailers, restrictive voting legislation, and historical revisionism, while highlighting strong pushback from Democratic and some Republican figures.
Florida Sheriffs Brutally Beat Black Man. Rihanna Attempted Murder. Black Preconception Health
This episode dissects critical issues from modern-day lynchings and police brutality to vital Black maternal health initiatives and investment opportunities in Ghana.
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.