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Healthcare Access

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Return to RAM; Ghost Train; The Mardi Gras Indians | 60 Minutes Full Episodes
Healthcare AccessPublic HealthVolunteerism
Apr 6, 2026

Return to RAM; Ghost Train; The Mardi Gras Indians | 60 Minutes Full Episodes

This 60 Minutes episode explores the critical gaps in American healthcare filled by volunteer clinics, the monumental failures and challenges of high-speed rail projects, and the vibrant, resilient culture of New Orleans' Mardi Gras Indians.

60 Minutes
60 Minutes
Russia BREAKS US Cuba Oil Blockade
US-Cuba relationsEconomic sanctionsHumanitarian crisis
Apr 1, 2026

Russia BREAKS US Cuba Oil Blockade

The US blockade on Cuba, severely tightened under recent administrations, has crippled the island's healthcare system and economy, leading to a humanitarian crisis where basic medical supplies are unavailable and critically ill children face death.

Breaking Points
Breaking Points
LIVE Bernie Sanders TAX THE RICH Rally in NYC
Wealth InequalityTaxationProgressive Politics
Mar 29, 2026

LIVE Bernie Sanders TAX THE RICH Rally in NYC

Bernie Sanders and New York progressive leaders rally in the Bronx, advocating for aggressive wealth and corporate taxes to combat extreme inequality and fund essential public services, directly challenging Governor Hochul and the Democratic establishment.

The MeidasTouch Podcast
The MeidasTouch Podcast
News conference ahead of a "No Kings" protest in New York against Donald Trump
DemocracyCivil RightsImmigration
Mar 28, 2026

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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
The Cuba Blockade | Hasan Piker | TMR
US PoliticsDemocratic Party StrategyForeign Policy
Mar 28, 2026

The Cuba Blockade | Hasan Piker | TMR

Hasan Piker details how US political centrists employ counterproductive attacks for donor money, while the US maintains an 'invisible economic terrorism' blockade against Cuba, designed to destabilize the island and prevent a non-capitalist success story.

The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
Casual Friday w/ Hasan Piker | MR Live
US foreign policyCuba sanctionseconomic blockade
Mar 27, 2026

Casual Friday w/ Hasan Piker | MR Live

Hasan Piker and Sam Seder dissect the US's 'invisible economic terrorism' against Cuba and critique the Democratic Party's self-defeating strategy of alienating its progressive base.

The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
Fire Your Doctor? Patient Power, Autism Signs & “Eat Your Water” Explained #SecondOpinion
Patient AdvocacyHealthcare AccessDoctor-Patient Relationship
Mar 27, 2026

Fire Your Doctor? Patient Power, Autism Signs & “Eat Your Water” Explained #SecondOpinion

This episode empowers listeners with practical strategies for patient advocacy, early autism detection, and effective detoxification, emphasizing self-education and proactive health management.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Ryan, Hasan Piker SMEARED For Cuba Aid Trip Amid BLOCKADE
US-Cuba relationsEconomic sanctionsHumanitarian crisis
Mar 25, 2026

Ryan, Hasan Piker SMEARED For Cuba Aid Trip Amid BLOCKADE

Ryan Grim details his humanitarian trip to Cuba, exposing how US sanctions deliberately cripple the island's economy and healthcare, while refuting media criticisms as misdirected or misinformed.

Breaking Points
Breaking Points
Voting Rights Assault. Ulta Beauty Salon Sued. Black Women's Unemployment Crisis #TheBreakdown
Voting RightsSupreme CourtMail-in Ballots
Mar 24, 2026

Voting Rights Assault. Ulta Beauty Salon Sued. Black Women's Unemployment Crisis #TheBreakdown

This episode dissects critical legal and social issues, including a Supreme Court case threatening mail-in voting, a racial discrimination lawsuit against Ulta Beauty, and the systemic challenges faced by Black women in the job market, alongside the political implications of a new DHS Secretary.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
GLP-1 Medications Real Impact On Your Body. MS and the Black America. How To Turn Your Brain Off.
GLP-1 medicationsWeight loss drugsObesity treatment
Mar 22, 2026

GLP-1 Medications Real Impact On Your Body. MS and the Black America. How To Turn Your Brain Off.

This episode unpacks the science and societal impact of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, addresses disparities in Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis and treatment within the African-American community, and explores the health benefits of somatic practices like yoga for stress and trauma release.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
LIVE MARCH ON PALANTIR in NYC | Stop Permanent U.S. Surveillance State
ACT UPAIDS activismHealthcare access
Mar 21, 2026

LIVE MARCH ON PALANTIR in NYC | Stop Permanent U.S. Surveillance State

Activists from ACT UP and Rise and Resist marched on Palantir's NYC offices, drawing parallels between the historical fight against AIDS and current battles against healthcare cuts, government surveillance, and corporate profiteering in war and immigration.

Legal AF Podcast
Legal AF Podcast
GLP-1 Medications Real Impact On Your Body. MS and the Black America. How To Turn Your Brain Off.
GLP-1 MedicationsObesity TreatmentWeight Loss Drugs
Mar 19, 2026

GLP-1 Medications Real Impact On Your Body. MS and the Black America. How To Turn Your Brain Off.

This episode provides a deep dive into GLP-1 medications for weight loss, the disparities in Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis and treatment within the African-American community, and the critical role of somatic practices like yoga for stress release and overall well-being.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
They Are Erasing Black Gains In Real Time. Voting Isn’t Enough. Power Must Be Built
Black LiberationSystemic RacismAuthoritarianism
Feb 25, 2026

They Are Erasing Black Gains In Real Time. Voting Isn’t Enough. Power Must Be Built

Black Voters Matter co-founders April and Cliff Albright argue that current political and economic policies constitute a direct assault on Black progress, demanding a multi-faceted resistance strategy and a radical vision for nation-building beyond traditional political engagement.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
LIVE: PEOPLE’S STATE OF THE UNION as Dems BOYCOTT TRUMP
Political ProtestImmigration RightsHealthcare Access
Feb 25, 2026

LIVE: PEOPLE’S STATE OF THE UNION as Dems BOYCOTT TRUMP

Progressive leaders and affected citizens convene for a 'People's State of the Union' to expose the human costs of the Trump administration's policies on immigration, healthcare, and democracy, directly contrasting the official address.

Legal AF Podcast
Legal AF Podcast
Bishop William Barber | Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly | Repairers Of The Breach
Civil RightsVoter SuppressionGerrymandering
Feb 15, 2026

Bishop William Barber | Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly | Repairers Of The Breach

Reverend William Barber's 'Love Forward Together' march mobilizes thousands in North Carolina to counter voter suppression and demand a proactive vision for justice, emphasizing collective action and persistent love over despair.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Bishop William Barber | Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly | Repairers Of The Breach
Civil RightsVoter SuppressionGerrymandering
Feb 15, 2026

Bishop William Barber | Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly | Repairers Of The Breach

Reverend William Barber leads a multi-day 'Love Forward Together' march and rally in North Carolina, mobilizing diverse communities against voter suppression and advocating for a proactive vision of justice and equity.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
LIVE! Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly & Moral March Mobilization In Raleigh, NC
Voter RightsGerrymanderingSocial Justice
Feb 14, 2026

LIVE! Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly & Moral March Mobilization In Raleigh, NC

Thousands marched across North Carolina in the 'This Is Our Selma' movement, led by Reverend William Barber, to combat gerrymandering, voter suppression, and advocate for a proactive, love-driven vision of social and economic justice.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
7.5M To Lose Health Insurance. Colon Cancer Deaths Spike. Ultra-Processed Food Risks #SecondOpinion
Medicaid policyHealthcare accessHealth disparities
Feb 13, 2026

7.5M To Lose Health Insurance. Colon Cancer Deaths Spike. Ultra-Processed Food Risks #SecondOpinion

Millions face health insurance loss due to Medicaid cuts, while colon cancer deaths rise in younger populations, and widespread ultra-processed food consumption and undiagnosed sleep apnea pose severe health threats.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly & Moral March Mobilization | Day 2
Civil RightsSocial JusticeVoting Rights
Feb 12, 2026

Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly & Moral March Mobilization | Day 2

Participants in the "Love Forward Together" march mobilize for a second day, emphasizing unity, love, and persistence in their fight for justice, voting rights, and social equality against perceived systemic injustices.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly & Moral March Mobilization
Voting RightsGerrymanderingEconomic Justice
Feb 11, 2026

Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly & Moral March Mobilization

Activists and faith leaders in North Carolina launched a multi-day 'Love Forward Together' march from Wilson to Raleigh, mobilizing against gerrymandering, voter suppression, and economic injustice while advocating for expanded voting rights, living wages, and universal healthcare.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
NC Early Voting Ruling. Black Unemployment Trends. Menopause Care Gaps
Voting RightsRacial DisparitiesEconomic Trends
Feb 10, 2026

NC Early Voting Ruling. Black Unemployment Trends. Menopause Care Gaps

This episode unpacks critical issues affecting the Black community, from voting rights and economic disparities to healthcare inequities in menopause and the enduring trauma of war, offering a comprehensive look at systemic challenges and personal resilience.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump attacks Obamas with racist video. Army vet faces deportation. Harry Dunn House bid
Political CommentaryRacial JusticeImmigration Policy
Feb 9, 2026

Trump attacks Obamas with racist video. Army vet faces deportation. Harry Dunn House bid

This episode unpacks a series of contentious political and social events, from alleged racist attacks by a former president to local governments challenging federal immigration enforcement.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump-RFK’s Assault On Health | Dr. Kristin Lyerly | TMR
Public HealthVaccination PolicyChildhood Immunization
Jan 10, 2026

Trump-RFK’s Assault On Health | Dr. Kristin Lyerly | TMR

A medical expert details how politically motivated changes to childhood vaccination schedules, driven by figures like Trump and RFK Jr., are dismantling public health protections and increasing preventable diseases in the US.

The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
Trump, RFK Assault Public Health w/ Dr. Kristin Lyerly | MR Live
Public HealthVaccination PolicyCDC
Jan 6, 2026

Trump, RFK Assault Public Health w/ Dr. Kristin Lyerly | MR Live

The Trump administration's politically motivated changes to CDC childhood vaccine recommendations are eroding public health, increasing preventable diseases, and disproportionately impacting vulnerable communities.

The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
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