Systemic Racism
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Donald Trump's Racist Redistricting Plans Are Failing!
Don Lemon and guest Eddie Glaude Jr. dissect the pervasive role of race in American society, critiquing 'performative patriotism' and the strategic dismantling of Black voting power.
HOT TOPICS | Godfrey Takes On the Kevin Hart Roast & DESTROYS Black MAGA!
Comedian Godfrey and Don Lemon dissect the Kevin Hart roast, the evolving landscape of racial comedy, and the political alignment of Black conservatives, highlighting the need for cleverness, accountability, and respect.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | DL Hughley Goes Off on Trump, MAGA and Colbert Cancellation!
Don Lemon and DL Hughley deliver a scathing critique of media double standards, political hypocrisy, and systemic racism, particularly focusing on Trump's influence, the January 6th 'slush fund,' and the call for black athletes to boycott states with restrictive policies.
IHIP News: 🚨 Supreme Court's HORRIFIC Vote CROSSES the Line for TRUMP! America Hits BREAKING POINT!
This episode features a passionate discussion on the systemic attacks on Black voting rights and representation, arguing that current political actions are overtly racist and demand collective outrage and action.
“I'm the Sexiest Man on This Planet” – David Banner Gets Real About Growth & Legacy
David Banner shares his journey from depression to radical self-love, advocating for Black ownership, cultural truth, and the power of self-mastery over external validation.
HOT TOPICS | DONALD TRUMP IS LOSING IT! Questions About Trump’s Mental Fitness Keep Growing!
Don Lemon and guests dissect Donald Trump's perceived cognitive decline and policy contradictions, alongside a stark discussion on the ongoing fight for Black voting rights and the historical context of racial injustice in America.
HOT TOPICS | The Redistricting Fight Could Change Everything!
Don Lemon and guests assert that current redistricting efforts are a 'slick,' coordinated, and racist campaign to erase black political power, echoing post-Reconstruction tactics, and call for active resistance against voter fatigue.
The Immortal Jim Crow. 'Goon Squad' Defamation Suit. Google Race Discrimination Case. #TheBreakdown
This episode exposes the enduring grip of systemic racism through a Mississippi defamation suit, Google's racial discrimination settlement, and a deep dive into how Jim Crow's legacy still shapes Black America today.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Redistricting & Democracy: What’s Happening to Voting Rights?!
Don Lemon and Tiffany Cross dissect the "new Jim Crow" of redistricting, expose media's failure to disaggregate economic data, and challenge the "feigned surprise" of some conservatives regarding systemic racism, emphasizing the resilience and collective power of Black women.
Louisiana Postpones Election. Roland Moderates Black men's Mental Health Forum in Shreveport.!a
This episode unpacks the Supreme Court's evisceration of the Voting Rights Act in Louisiana and its national implications, alongside a critical community forum in Shreveport addressing Black men's mental health and domestic violence.
Longest-Ever Government Shutdown Ends. May Day of Action. Ohio Black Expo. #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks critical events affecting Black communities, from the longest federal shutdown and voting rights attacks to powerful community-led economic and social justice initiatives.
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.
NC Water Fight: Black Counties Targeted. Data Centers Blamed. Gullah Geechee Land Fight
North Carolina's Black-majority counties face a legislative 'water heist' driven by data center demands, while South Carolina's Gullah Geechee community demands reparations for stolen land, and experts highlight systemic issues fueling intimate partner violence in Black communities.
Va. Redistricting Plan Approved. Black Florida Rep Resigns. Maternal Health Crisis. #TheBreakdown
This episode exposes the systemic challenges impacting Black communities, from political disenfranchisement and criminal justice failures to a maternal health crisis, environmental injustice, and the deep roots of domestic violence.
Justin Fairfax and Wife Found Dead. GOP candidate Nazi comments. HBCU NIL Deals. #TheBreakdown
This episode dissects critical issues facing Black America, from police brutality and political extremism to economic disparities in college sports and historical institutional accountability.
Jackie Robinson Day. Toledo Police Slam Black Teen. Rev. Otis Moss, III on Faith & Power
This episode exposes systemic issues from police brutality and voter suppression to the hypocrisy of Saudi investments and the complex legacy of Jackie Robinson, urging Black Americans to engage politically and preserve their history.
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.
Black Single Moms Attacked. Jamilah Lemieux's Black. Single. Mother Claps Back #TheOtherSideOfChange
This episode critiques the pervasive vilification of Black single mothers, highlighting Jamila Lemieux's new book 'Black Single Mother' as a counter-narrative and demanding societal respect and support.
Dashaun Williams Bodycam Release. Trump Targets DEI Programs. Sinclair Right-Wing Propaganda Exposed
This episode dissects three critical issues impacting Black America: documented police brutality in Jacksonville, Trump's proposed budget cuts targeting minority programs, and the systematic right-wing media propaganda by Sinclair Broadcasting in Baltimore.
Young Woman Self Exits W/ Gun Longer Than Arms In Mayor's Home - 2 Yrs Later Another Girl Is Dead
Two indigenous women are found dead with strangulation marks in the home of a powerful Alaskan mayor, whose sons have extensive domestic violence records, while local authorities repeatedly fail to investigate or prosecute.
Trump Fires Pam Bondi. NY Stray Bullet Kills Baby. Racist Pizzeria Receipt. #TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks critical issues ranging from police accountability and gun violence to racial discrimination in voting, healthcare, and daily life, alongside initiatives empowering Black communities through education and entrepreneurship.
Racist Attacks On Mayor Brandon Scott. TCL's Chilli 'Not MAGA'. Nick Cannon Backs Trump#TheBreakdown
This episode exposes targeted political attacks against Black leaders and communities, contrasts celebrity political stances, and highlights the systemic challenges Black professionals face in employment and relationships.
Racist Attacks On Mayor Brandon Scott. TCL's Chilli 'Not MAGA'. Nick Cannon Backs Trump#TheBreakdown
This episode exposes targeted political and social attacks against Black leaders and communities, from racist DMs to legislative power grabs, alongside discussions on Black entertainers' political alignments and the systemic challenges faced by Black women in employment and relationships.
DOJ Clears Breonna Taylor Officers. No Kings Protest. Black Infertility in the South |#TheBreakDown
This episode dissects critical issues from the DOJ's dismissal of charges in the Breonna Taylor case and a landmark racial discrimination verdict against a city, to the systemic challenges faced by Black women battling infertility and the moral leadership required to reform policing.