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Poverty

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Johnnie Clark - Surviving One of the Deadliest Jobs During the Vietnam War | SRS #317
Vietnam WarMilitary ServiceMarine Corps
Jun 29, 2026

Johnnie Clark - Surviving One of the Deadliest Jobs During the Vietnam War | SRS #317

Vietnam veteran Johnnie Clark recounts his traumatic welcome home, the brutal Marine Corps training, and the immediate perils of being a machine gunner in Vietnam, revealing the stark realities faced by those who served.

Shawn Ryan Show
Shawn Ryan Show
How I Survived 2 Life Sentences at 14
Criminal JusticeJuvenile DelinquencyIncarceration
Jun 23, 2026

How I Survived 2 Life Sentences at 14

Jamel Stevens recounts his harrowing journey from a 14-year-old sentenced to 50 years with two life sentences for murder, through 17 years of prison and rehabilitation, to his eventual release and current mission to guide at-risk youth.

Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime
Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime
Moral Monday — Moral Witness in the Public Square
Social JusticeReligious NationalismMilitary Spending
Jun 16, 2026

Moral Monday — Moral Witness in the Public Square

This Moral Monday rally calls for a 'public pulpit' to expose and resist 'policy violence' rooted in religious nationalism, excessive military spending, and systemic neglect of the vulnerable.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Moral Monday — Moral Witness in the Public Square
Moral WitnessPublic PulpitSocial Justice
Jun 15, 2026

Moral Monday — Moral Witness in the Public Square

Clergy and activists convene a 'public pulpit' in front of the White House to denounce policies they deem morally bankrupt, advocating for systemic change rooted in justice, compassion, and non-violence.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
En la cárcel encontramos la familia que no esperábamos | Lourdes #VolverAEmpezar #México
IncarcerationPersonal NarrativeSoccer
Jun 9, 2026

En la cárcel encontramos la familia que no esperábamos | Lourdes #VolverAEmpezar #México

Lourdes, incarcerated in Santa Marta, shares her life story, from a childhood passion for soccer to finding an unexpected sense of freedom and family within prison walls.

Penitencia con Saskia Niño de Rivera
Penitencia con Saskia Niño de Rivera
Un balón que hace olvidar los muros | Volver a empezar | Episodio 1 #Penitencia #México #futbol
IncarcerationRehabilitationSocial Justice
Jun 8, 2026

Un balón que hace olvidar los muros | Volver a empezar | Episodio 1 #Penitencia #México #futbol

A football tournament inside Mexico's prisons reveals the profound societal failures and personal struggles that lead to incarceration, challenging perceptions of crime and justice.

Penitencia con Saskia Niño de Rivera
Penitencia con Saskia Niño de Rivera
False White Gospel. Jim Wallis on Christian Nationalism & America’s Moral Crisis | #RolandsBookClub
Christian NationalismWhite SupremacyTheology
May 22, 2026

False White Gospel. Jim Wallis on Christian Nationalism & America’s Moral Crisis | #RolandsBookClub

Jim Wallis and Roland Martin expose Christian Nationalism as a 'false white gospel' driven by an ideology of whiteness and power, urging faith leaders to courageously resist and reclaim true Christian values.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Secuestré sin culpa y tengo 110 años de condena | Bruno #Penitencia 195 #México
KidnappingExtortionOrganized Crime
May 21, 2026

Secuestré sin culpa y tengo 110 años de condena | Bruno #Penitencia 195 #México

A man serving 110 years for kidnapping details his life of crime, explaining how he normalized violence as 'work' and operated a sophisticated kidnapping ring from inside prison, all while feeling no guilt for his victims but profound regret for his own children.

Penitencia con Saskia Niño de Rivera
Penitencia con Saskia Niño de Rivera
Mike Tyson (Live at the Wiltern) | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #658
MentorshipBoxing CareerAddiction & Sobriety
May 15, 2026

Mike Tyson (Live at the Wiltern) | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #658

Mike Tyson offers raw, unfiltered reflections on his tumultuous life, from childhood poverty and crime to boxing superstardom, addiction, and the profound influence of his mentor, Cus D'Amato.

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von
Moral Monday: Stop the War! (Washington, DC) | Rev. William Barber | Repairers of the Breach
NonviolenceMoral ActivismPeace Movement
Apr 27, 2026

Moral Monday: Stop the War! (Washington, DC) | Rev. William Barber | Repairers of the Breach

Faith leaders and activists in Washington D.C. launched the "Moral Monday: Stop the War!" campaign, advocating for nonviolent resistance against military conflict and systemic "policy violence" like denying healthcare and food.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Michael Beasley on Kevin Durant, LeBron James, Derrick Rose, James Harden & Not Being No. 1 Pick
BasketballNBAYouth Sports
Apr 22, 2026

Michael Beasley on Kevin Durant, LeBron James, Derrick Rose, James Harden & Not Being No. 1 Pick

Michael Beasley offers raw, unfiltered insights into his NBA career, personal struggles, and the systemic issues that shaped his journey, revealing the profound impact of childhood trauma and societal judgment.

Club Shay Shay
Club Shay Shay
Black Single Moms Attacked. Jamilah Lemieux's Black. Single. Mother Claps Back #TheOtherSideOfChange
Black single mothersStereotypesWelfare queen narrative
Apr 14, 2026

Black Single Moms Attacked. Jamilah Lemieux's Black. Single. Mother Claps Back #TheOtherSideOfChange

This episode critiques the systemic vilification of Black single mothers, highlighting how political narratives and cultural stereotypes harm these women, and introduces Jamila Lemieux's book, "Black Single Mother," as a counter-narrative.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
My Underground Casino Got Raided
True CrimePovertyDomestic Abuse
Apr 9, 2026

My Underground Casino Got Raided

A young woman recounts her harrowing journey from teenage pregnancy and domestic abuse to involvement in illegal gambling, a police raid, and facing a RICO charge, highlighting the systemic challenges she faced.

Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime
Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime
Somos hermanos y nos reencontramos en prisión | Christopher y Arturo #Penitencia 182
Intergenerational CrimeAbsent FathersRobbery
Mar 17, 2026

Somos hermanos y nos reencontramos en prisión | Christopher y Arturo #Penitencia 182

Two brothers, Christopher and Arturo, recount their parallel lives of crime, absent fathers, and drug addiction, ultimately reuniting in prison after years apart, highlighting the cyclical nature of their circumstances.

Penitencia con Saskia Niño de Rivera
Penitencia con Saskia Niño de Rivera
Left Behind; South Africa's Refugees; Is That Art? | 60 Minutes Full Episodes
PovertyRural AmericaFood Insecurity
Feb 23, 2026

Left Behind; South Africa's Refugees; Is That Art? | 60 Minutes Full Episodes

This episode exposes the stark economic disparity in McDowell County, West Virginia, debunks the 'white genocide' narrative surrounding South African farm attacks, and explores the contentious rise of AI-generated art.

60 Minutes
60 Minutes
Surviving 10 Years In America’s Toughest Prison
Prison SystemGang LifeReintegration
Feb 22, 2026

Surviving 10 Years In America’s Toughest Prison

A former gang member recounts his 10.5 years in Texas prisons, detailing the brutal realities of gang politics, violence, and the systemic challenges faced by incarcerated individuals and those attempting to reintegrate into society.

Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime
Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
Civil RightsEconomic JusticePolitical Activism
Feb 22, 2026

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

This episode profoundly details Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.'s unparalleled impact on American civil rights, politics, and economic empowerment, showcasing how his strategies continue to shape movements and challenge power structures.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Jesse Jackson Fought for Justice at Home & Abroad: Juan González & Bishop William Barber
Civil RightsSocial JusticePolitical Campaigns
Feb 18, 2026

Jesse Jackson Fought for Justice at Home & Abroad: Juan González & Bishop William Barber

Reverend Jesse Jackson's legacy is defined by his pioneering presidential campaigns, international diplomacy, and a relentless commitment to uniting diverse groups for economic and social justice, fundamentally reshaping American politics and global human rights advocacy.

Democracy Now
Democracy Now
Jared Tried the White House’s $3 Diet
Food InsecurityUSDA PolicyDiet Challenges
Jan 27, 2026

Jared Tried the White House’s $3 Diet

A journalist attempts to live on the USDA's proposed $3-a-meal diet for three days, revealing the stark realities of food insecurity and policy disconnect.

Bulwark Takes
Bulwark Takes
LIVE: 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Beloved Community Commemorative Service
Martin Luther King Jr. LegacyBeloved CommunityNonviolence
Jan 19, 2026

LIVE: 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Beloved Community Commemorative Service

This 2026 MLK Commemorative Service emphasizes that realizing Dr. King's 'Beloved Community' requires active nonviolent commitment, confronting historical revisionism, and fostering intergenerational dialogue to combat societal division and injustice.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Compilation 2026
Civil RightsEconomic JusticeAnti-War Movement
Jan 19, 2026

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Compilation 2026

This compilation reveals Martin Luther King Jr.'s expansive vision for America, extending beyond racial equality to encompass economic justice, anti-militarism, and a global revolution of values, challenging the nation to confront its deepest moral failings.

The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
Stavvy's World #164 - Robby Hoffman | Full Episode
ComedyPovertyOrthodox Judaism
Jan 19, 2026

Stavvy's World #164 - Robby Hoffman | Full Episode

Comedian Robby Hoffman details her extraordinary upbringing in an ultra-Orthodox, impoverished family of ten children and offers unfiltered advice on relationships, money, and personal authenticity.

Stavvy's World
Stavvy's World
Ryan Grim Lore REVEALED: Jesse Watters Fist Fight, Socialist Past
JournalismInvestigative ReportingPolitical Activism
Jan 5, 2026

Ryan Grim Lore REVEALED: Jesse Watters Fist Fight, Socialist Past

Ryan Grim details his journey from poverty and early nihilism to becoming a prominent journalist, revealing the influences, methods, and confrontations that shaped his anti-establishment perspective.

Breaking Points
Breaking Points