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Community Development

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Hot Primary Elections. White Group Beats Black Teen. Surviving Gun Violence #TheBreakdown
Primary ElectionsRedistrictingVoting Rights
Jun 23, 2026

Hot Primary Elections. White Group Beats Black Teen. Surviving Gun Violence #TheBreakdown

This episode unpacks critical developments in US primary elections and voting rights, a shocking assault on a Black teen, and offers strategies for mental resilience and community building through arts and interfaith action.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Obama Returns To Chicago For Historic Presidential Center Opening. How Will He Use His Power Now?
Obama Presidential CenterPresidential LegaciesCommunity Development
Jun 21, 2026

Obama Returns To Chicago For Historic Presidential Center Opening. How Will He Use His Power Now?

The Obama Presidential Center's grand opening in Chicago sparks a critical discussion on its purpose, legacy, and the future role of the Obamas in addressing community challenges and shaping political narratives.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland gives Juneteenth speech in Memphis
AccountabilityBlack Economic EmpowermentPolitical Mobilization
Jun 20, 2026

Roland gives Juneteenth speech in Memphis

Roland Martin delivers a fiery Juneteenth speech in Memphis, challenging Black political and economic leaders on accountability and calling for a unified, action-oriented coalition to combat systemic attacks on Black America.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Iran Peace Deal. Gas Prices Fall. UFC Fighter Disrespects Michelle Obama. Warrior Poet #TheBreakdown
International RelationsGeopoliticsEnergy Prices
Jun 15, 2026

Iran Peace Deal. Gas Prices Fall. UFC Fighter Disrespects Michelle Obama. Warrior Poet #TheBreakdown

This episode covers a range of critical topics, from a Middle East peace deal and its economic ripple effects to social justice issues, brand building lessons from the NBA, the power of Black storytelling, women's health transformation, and community violence prevention.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Black Truck Driver Attacked. Obama Center. Black Men Info War. Trump Fact-Checker Gone. Best of #RMU
Police BrutalityMedia BiasIndependent Media
Jun 15, 2026

Black Truck Driver Attacked. Obama Center. Black Men Info War. Trump Fact-Checker Gone. Best of #RMU

This episode exposes critical issues facing the Black community, from police brutality and media bias against independent voices to the strategic importance of Black-owned media in an ongoing information war.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
PBS News Hour full episode, June 9, 2026
US Foreign PolicyIranMilitary Operations
Jun 9, 2026

PBS News Hour full episode, June 9, 2026

This episode covers escalating US-Iran tensions after a helicopter downing, the contentious Maine Senate primary, the critical debate over FISA surveillance powers, and the deepening humanitarian crisis in Sudan.

PBS NewsHour
PBS NewsHour
Karmelo Trial Testimony Raises Questions. Elijah McClain Convictions Reversed. Black Jobs Gap.
Criminal JusticeRacial InequalityEconomics
Jun 6, 2026

Karmelo Trial Testimony Raises Questions. Elijah McClain Convictions Reversed. Black Jobs Gap.

This episode dissects critical legal cases, economic disparities impacting Black Americans, and political controversies, emphasizing systemic issues and the need for accountability.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Karmelo Trial Testimony Raises Questions. Elijah McClain Convictions Reversed. Black Jobs Gap.
Legal JusticeRacial BiasSelf-Defense Law
Jun 6, 2026

Karmelo Trial Testimony Raises Questions. Elijah McClain Convictions Reversed. Black Jobs Gap.

This episode dissects multiple high-stakes legal and economic issues impacting the Black community, from controversial trial outcomes and overturned convictions to the true state of Black unemployment and the political weaponization of government services.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Karmelo Trial Testimony Raises Questions. Elijah McClain Convictions Reversed. Black Jobs Gap.
Legal JusticeRacial BiasSelf-Defense Law
Jun 6, 2026

Karmelo Trial Testimony Raises Questions. Elijah McClain Convictions Reversed. Black Jobs Gap.

This episode exposes systemic injustices in legal cases, dissects the true state of the Black economy versus political narratives, and critiques the pervasive influence of gambling in sports and political corruption.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Reparations Hearing Clash. Trump Slush Fund Scheme. Virginia Missing Children Crisis
Elijah McClain CaseMissing Children CrisisReparations
Jun 5, 2026

Reparations Hearing Clash. Trump Slush Fund Scheme. Virginia Missing Children Crisis

This episode exposes critical systemic failures impacting Black communities, from legal injustices and missing children crises to the strategic missteps of political parties, while highlighting community-led solutions.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump's $1.8B Slush Fund Blocked. Food & Health Equity Crisis. Black Job Training. #TheBreakdown
Food JusticeHealth EquityBlack Joy
May 29, 2026

Trump's $1.8B Slush Fund Blocked. Food & Health Equity Crisis. Black Job Training. #TheBreakdown

This episode unpacks critical issues facing Black America, from a judge blocking Trump's 'anti-weaponization fund' and threats to voting rights, to innovative solutions for food justice, Black joy, and economic mobility through education and workforce training.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Texas Primary Runoff. GOP Alabama Map Blocked. Trump Vs. Obama. Shop Black Festival. #TheBreakdown
US PoliticsRedistrictingVoting Rights
May 26, 2026

Texas Primary Runoff. GOP Alabama Map Blocked. Trump Vs. Obama. Shop Black Festival. #TheBreakdown

This episode covers critical political updates on redistricting and primary runoffs, alongside inspiring segments on Black entrepreneurship, purposeful career transitions, and the essential role of emotional intelligence in modern leadership.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Inside America's LARGEST Smuggling Family | Captain Kent Daniels
Drug SmugglingEvergladesFamily Business
May 21, 2026

Inside America's LARGEST Smuggling Family | Captain Kent Daniels

Captain Kent Daniels recounts his accidental entry into a multi-generational drug smuggling operation in the Florida Everglades, detailing the family's massive hauls, ingenious evasion tactics, and surprising community contributions, all while navigating the constant threat of death or prison.

Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime
Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime
Mound Bayou. Built in Defiance. Powered by Black Self-Determination #TheBlackTable
Black Self-DeterminationAfrican-American HistoryCommunity Development
May 2, 2026

Mound Bayou. Built in Defiance. Powered by Black Self-Determination #TheBlackTable

Mound Bayou, Mississippi, stands as a historic model of black self-determination, innovation, and economic resilience, founded by former slaves and continuing its legacy through community-led revitalization efforts.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Mound Bayou. Built in Defiance. Powered by Black Self-Determination #TheBlackTable
Black HistorySelf-DeterminationCommunity Development
May 2, 2026

Mound Bayou. Built in Defiance. Powered by Black Self-Determination #TheBlackTable

Discover the untold story of Mound Bayou, Mississippi, a pioneering all-Black town founded on principles of self-determination and innovation, which served as a beacon of Black success and a safe harbor during the Civil Rights era.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Mound Bayou. Built in Defiance. Powered by Black Self-Determination #TheBlackTable
Black Self-DeterminationAfrican American HistoryMound Bayou
May 1, 2026

Mound Bayou. Built in Defiance. Powered by Black Self-Determination #TheBlackTable

Discover the incredible history of Mound Bayou, Mississippi, a pioneering all-Black town founded by former slaves, which served as a model for Black self-determination and innovation in America.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump Hormuz Blockade. Black Influencer Killed on Vacation. Afroman N-Word Backlash
GeopoliticsRacial JusticePolice Brutality
Apr 14, 2026

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.

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
SCOTUS Weighs Voting Rights Case. ObamaCare Anniversary. Memphis Task Force Under Fire
Voting RightsMail-in BallotsEarly Voting
Mar 30, 2026

SCOTUS Weighs Voting Rights Case. ObamaCare Anniversary. Memphis Task Force Under Fire

This episode dissects Republican strategies to restrict voting rights, critiques Trump's Memphis crime narrative, and uncovers the untold history of Black Seminole resistance against American expansion.

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

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

This episode unpacks a Florida Democrat's ethics conviction, a Chicago businessman's murder, Pinky Cole's legal win, and offers actionable financial literacy advice, alongside sharp commentary on Trump's cognitive test claims and an inspiring youth author program.

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
Death Row Inmate Hearing Denied. Trump-Iran 5 Day Pause. Pinky Cole Property Seized #TheBreakdown
PoliticsEconomicsAgriculture
Mar 26, 2026

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

The episode exposes the severe economic impact of current US policies on black farmers, highlights a successful community-led economic renaissance, and details the financial struggles of a prominent vegan restaurant owner.

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
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
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