Public Policy
Discover key takeaways from 11 podcast episodes about this topic.
Capital Prep Middletown Townhall | #RolandMartinUnfiltered
Roland Martin and Dr. Steve Perry expose how political interests and teachers' unions in Connecticut are actively blocking a top-ranked charter school, Capital Prep Middletown, despite overwhelming community support and dire educational disparities for Black and Latino children.
Capital Prep Middletown Townhall | #RolandMartinUnfiltered
Capital Prep, a top-ranked charter school network, faces political obstruction and legal battles in Connecticut despite its proven success in educating Black and Latino children, exposing deep-seated systemic resistance to educational equity.
Alvin Roth on the Economics of Morally Contested Markets | Mindscape 353
Nobel laureate Alvin Roth unpacks the complex economics of 'morally contested markets,' revealing why societal bans often fail and how market design can address critical shortages in areas like organ donation.
Amtrak in 1973 and other stories about trains | 60 Minutes Full Episodes
This 60 Minutes report from 1973, juxtaposed with modern segments, exposes the enduring crisis of American infrastructure, from Amtrak's early struggles to California's high-speed rail failures and New York City's crumbling subway system, all stemming from decades of underinvestment and political paralysis.
AI Isn’t the Problem—Big Tech Is (w /Josh Tyrangiel) | How to Fix It
Journalist Josh Tyrangiel argues that AI holds immense potential for government efficiency and public service, but its beneficial deployment is often stifled by bureaucratic inertia and the self-serving agendas of major tech companies.
Louisiana Postpones Election. Roland Moderates Black men's Mental Health Forum in Shreveport.
Louisiana's election postponement due to a Supreme Court ruling on voting rights and a Shreveport community forum addressing Black men's mental health and domestic violence highlight critical challenges to Black political power and community well-being.
LIVE: Lina Khan and Jack Cocchiarella Make MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT
Lina Khan and Jack Cocchiarella announce 'More Perfect University,' a new initiative to train students in investigative journalism and community organizing to combat corporate power and corruption.
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.
Virginia Referendum Could Flip 4 House Seats. Dems Push New Map Before 2026 Midterms
A critical Virginia referendum on April 21st, aiming to establish a 10-1 Democratic-leaning congressional map, is framed as a national battleground to secure Black political power and counter Republican gerrymandering tactics.
Trump FINALLY FACES Resistance for his DESTRUCTION
Discover how Los Angeles overcame severe smog in the 1950s and 60s, offering a powerful playbook for tackling modern climate change and social justice issues through citizen action, scientific innovation, and strategic government intervention.
RENT FREEZE: Zohran Does EXACTLY What Doubters Said He Couldn't
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani successfully pushed through a rent freeze, defying political skeptics and demonstrating a pragmatic approach to governance by also implementing cost-saving measures and adapting to immediate crises.
